• Rainbow Festival (annual fundraiser for Pride Community Center)

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

    Save the date! Rainbow Festival is a fundraiser for the Pride Community Center and will be held both indoors, outdoors (courtyard and back lot) with dozens of vendors, live music, iced tea, and more! For vendor application, questions, or more information, please reach out the info@pridetricities.org   Website: pridetricities.org

  • Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing and Tea Social
    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    Drawing and Tea Social: 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 […]

  • Poetry Writer’s Workshop #2 (alternate date due to teahouse closing 6/20)

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

    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 a prompt for inspiration or have free writing time together. Contact facilitator […]

  • Feline Fine Cat Café

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

    Co-sponsored by Operation Johnson Kitty and The Philosopher's House Snuggle and play with cats and sip tea at this purrrrrfectly cozy cat cafe! All proceeds will support Operation Johnson Kitty and The Philosopher's House nonprofits. Cats at event are adoptable. Purrrrrrrrrr........ Please wear comfortable clothing. Floor cushions and chairs will also be available. Apricot Black […]

  • Silent Book Club JC

    Silent Book Club JC

    Last Sunday of each month from 2-4pm, unless otherwise noted Join us for the Johnson City Silent Book Club‘s monthly meetup - in-person at the Philosopher's Teahouse Bring any book you want (or - they have an extensive donated library to pluck an impulsive choice from!) and order something to eat or drink. The format: […]

  • Business Book Club

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

    Welcome to our Business Book Club! The last Sunday of every month, we will meet at The Philosopher's House at 6pm to discuss the current month's book. We will end promptly at 7pm (teahouse closing time)  but feel free to come at 5:30pm get to know each other before hand. We want any one who […]

  • Mandarin Language Class

    Mandarin Language Class

    Description: Mandarin Chinese is the single largest first language in the world, with over 941 million native speakers, and has become an invaluable language for anyone to learn, whether they're interested in engaging with Chinese business, learning more about Chinese politics, wanting to study deeper into Chinese culture, or just fascinated by language! This course […]

  • 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

    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

    Ukrainian Language and Culture Class
    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, […]