• 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: […]

  • Cookie Decorating Class for adults with Sidehustle Custom Bakery

    Do you love the macabre? How about blood and gore!? Terror and Suspense?! If your answer was yes, then this class is for you! In this two hour beginner course, we are going to decorate cookies that will give your inner child nightmares. You don't want to miss this one. You will learn the basics […]

  • Fiber Arts Meetup

    Tea and Tales: The Gothic Macabre *SOLD OUT*

    Join us for an evening of dark tales, told by candlelight in the living room of the teahouse with storyteller Emily Kathryn Sikora Katt and all the spirits of the teahouse. ;) Moon Dust cookies, Scones, Lemon Curd, and night time calming teas are included in your ticket price. Cozy up in your pajamas (if […]

  • Tuesday Tunes: Dulcimer with Nathan Bagley

    Nathaniel started playing his mother’s dulcimer as a small child, and his family took him to some dulcimer festivals in Alabama where he heard a group of about fifty dulcimers all at once, and the memory is etched in his brain as one of the most beautiful sounds ever heard.  His parents both taught him […]

  • 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 […]

  • Little Chicago Cabaret (tickets required)

    Fireside Chat: Forest Wisdom and Arborist Musings with Ed Sheffey

    Consulting Arborist Ed Sheffey of Rowan Tree Care discusses the state of tree conservation in our region and adjacent topics in a casual open conversation by the fireplace. If you love trees and learning more about conservation efforts, you will  love this Fireside Chat!   How to register: No registration needed. Drop-in   Location: Fireplace/Living […]

  • ¿Hablas Español? Spanish Language Club (canceled for 10/31)

    *NOTE: First Fridays will be at a local restaurant outside the teahouse.* Please check here or text instructor for location the week of First Fridays. Friday November 7th, we will meet at El Charolais near Food Lion in Johnson City: 3102 Bristol Highway. Conversational Spanish with Laura and friends. This is an opportunity to practice […]

  • Found and Forward: A 4-Week Journey Back to Yourself

    PROGRAM: FOUND & FORWARD: A 4-Week Journey Back to Yourself Dates & Times: Saturday, November 1, 10:30-11:30am (60 minutes) Saturday, November 8, 10:30-11:30am (60 minutes) Saturday, November 15, 10:30-11:30am (60 minutes) Saturday, November 29, 10:30-11:30am (60 minutes) Program Description: FOUND & FORWARD is a transformational 4-week workshop series for people who have lost themselves—to caregiving, […]

  • 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 […]

  • Living History: “More Than One Story” with Sheila Arnold (registration required)

    *Doors open at 4:30pm* Join storyteller Sheila Arnold at the teahouse for a fun and fascinating exploration of local history and its relevance to our lives today, with stories spanning the Civil War era, the Manhattan Project, and more.  Blending entertainment and education, “More than One Story” shows us how we can carry complex stories […]