• Volunteer Committee Meetup and Sign up

    How to register: No need to register, drop-in welcome.Please reach out if you want to volunteer but can't make this organizing meeting. Location: Classroom/meditation space, 2nd floor Organizer: Ren at thephilosophershouse@gmail.com Read more about the committees: FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE Inspire generosity. Sustain our mission. Do you have a creative mind, a propensity for detail, and a […]

  • Poetry Writer’s Workshop #2

    Poetry Writer’s Workshop #2

    *New group is FULL! Please email Kayla at nichols.kmichelle@gmail.com to get on waitlist.* This monthly sharing circle is open to poets of all levels. Participants are encouraged to share their poetry in a friendly, constructive, and welcoming atmosphere.  Attendees often discuss poetic themes, share resources and book recommendations, and discuss local poetry-related events. Occasionally, the group will offer […]

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    Art Pop-up: Wandering Star Emporium Jewelry

    The Wandering Star Emporium offers unique handmade jewelry. Every piece is designed with intention and wonder, perfect for dreamers, creatives, and lovers of whimsy. With every piece, we invite you to wear a little bit of magic and make it your own. Artist: Hanna Sigmund Location: Tea table/living room area, 1st floor The Wandering Star […]

  • Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing Club: We support and appreciate each other's artistic journeys. We have weekly challenges, sketchbook tours, art mentoring and more. When: Saturdays at 4:30 - 5-30p Location: Tea Table, 1st floor Organizer contact: Benjamin Abbott with The FADE Initiative. Email: benjaminabbott3@gmail.com or Laura Carlson at Laura@fadeinit.org What to bring: any dry art and dry materials you would like to […]

  • Tuesday Tunes: Sandra Lambert

    Sandra Lewis Lambert grew up East Tennessee and is now enjoying retirement withher husband Rich. In 2018 during her pre-retirement years, she started learning the mountain dulcimer and wrote her first song. She credits the mountain dulcimer as her gate-way instrument that led her to learning the ukulele, tenor guitar, bowed psaltery and writing more songs. […]

  • Knitting Meetup

    Knitting Meetup

    Knitting Circle: Whether you're a seasoned knitter or just starting to learn the craft, this gathering is the perfect place to indulge in your love for knitting. We welcome knitters of all levels to come together for two hours of knitting and conversation. It's a relaxed and open event, and the tea house generously provides […]

  • Dungeons and Dragons (Group 2)

    Dungeons and Dragons (Group 2)

    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    Join us as we explore the wonderful world of tabletop adventure games, Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition.  Beginner focused, no pressure gaming for ages 18+. Contact instructor for more information. Materials Needed: None to start, see instructor for details Where: Drawing room space 2nd floor (walk through Parlor and down hall) Cost: 5.00-8.00 sliding scale […]

  • Dungeons and Dragons (Group 1)

    Dungeons and Dragons (Group 1)

    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    Join us as we explore the wonderful world of tabletop adventure games, Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition.  Beginner focused, no pressure gaming for ages 18+. Contact instructor for more information. Materials Needed: None to start, see instructor for details Where: Parlor space 2nd floor Cost: 0-5.00 sliding scale suggested donation to support the space, OR food/drink purchase […]

  • Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing Club: We support and appreciate each other's artistic journeys. We have weekly challenges, sketchbook tours, art mentoring and more. When: Saturdays at 4:30 - 5-30p Location: Tea Table, 1st floor Organizer contact: Benjamin Abbott with The FADE Initiative. Email: benjaminabbott3@gmail.com or Laura Carlson at Laura@fadeinit.org What to bring: any dry art and dry materials you would like to […]

  • Somatic Healing Workshop

    Join us for a beautiful session focused on releasing trauma and tension. This event will combine gentle movement supporting shifts from head to body awareness along with Somatic Breath Work, rewiring the body’s nervous system and improving resiliency. All leading up to a Spinal Energetics session that will access energy centers encouraging expansion and release […]

  • Steeped in Stories Author Meetup

    Monthly meet up for local authors: The goal is to be in community and encourage fellow authors on their current projects. We'll do group feedback, discuss local events and collaborations, and have various discussion topics on the craft of writing, and the business of selling, books. Feel free to drop in, but if you'd like to […]

  • Tuesday Tunes: Thistle Dew, Celtic

    Since 2014, Thistle Dew has been captivating audiences with their signature blend of traditional acoustic instruments and vocal harmonies. Thistle Dew’s sound fuses Oldtime and Celtic tunes, and every now and then, the band enjoys putting their spin on a contemporary song or two.  The group celebrates each carefully curated song, at times playful and […]