• Japanese Culture Table: Daruma Doll Painting

    Daruma dolls are used and cherished as a symbol of good luck and future fortune, making them a popular gift of encouragement. Let's make your own daruma doll with Kana How to register: Purchase ticket at the following link to secure seat in class https://square.link/u/ADsUJm42 Cost: 5.00 donation Location: Meditation Room, 2nd floor Materials Required: All […]

  • Monthly Figure Drawing Class and Meetup

    Monthly Figure Drawing Class and Meetup

    Master the Human Form Whether you are an aspiring artist or a seasoned professional, understanding the human figure is a cornerstone of artistic development. Join our monthly live, in-person Figure Drawing Class and Meetup to refine your observational skills and learn to capture the nuances of the human form with confidence. Class Structure Each monthly […]

  • Chess Club

    ¿Hablas Español? Spanish Language Club

    Make new friends and play chess! This group meets weekly in the main room. All levels welcome. Materials Required: None Location: Living room/Fireplace area, 1st floor Cost:  Food and drink purchases encouraged to support nonprofit How to register:Drop-in. Instructor Contact Information: Joegumina@hotmail.com

  • Ukrainian language and culture class (registration required, series of 8)

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

    Hi everyone! My name is Alisa, and I am passionate about learning and teaching languages. I speak three languages, and English is my third one! I was born and raised in Kharkiv, Ukraine, and moved to the United States at the age of 19 to start a new chapter of my life after the invasion […]

  • Guided Ana Pana Breathwork Meditation

    Guided Ana Pana Breathwork Meditation

    Guided group meditation Thursdays at 12. Open space for anyone looking to practice silent or guided meditation. Open to all. Beginners welcome. We will be focusing on ana pana/natural respiration/nostril breathing. Lots of silence, but some gentle guidance into the practice How to register: Register through this donation button, or drop-in. https://square.link/u/rsQey2gI Cost: Sliding scale donation to […]

  • Advanced Level Japanese Language Table

    Advanced Level Japanese Language Table
    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    Come practice Japanese! This immersive group includes native English-speaking community members, native Japanese-speaking community members, and ETSU students in the Japanese language program. No expectations, just a relaxed time to practice your Japanese! While group members have varying levels of Japanese proficiency, all conversation will be in Japanese only, no English allowed! Location: The Meditation Room, […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 and others.  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: 0-5.00 […]

  • Poetry Writer’s Workshop

    Poetry Writer’s Workshop

    *This group is currently full, but if you would like to be added to the waitlist please email Kayla at nichols.kmichelle@gmail.com * This bi-weekly 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, […]