• 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, […]

  • Girl Scout Cookie Pop-up!

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

    It's Girl Scout cookie season...come support a wonderful program and get some yummy cookies at the same time! We will also have three drink specials to complement the Samoas/Caramel Delits (A Coconut/Chocolate white tea latte with whipped cream and caramel drizzle), the Lemonades/Lemon-ups (A creamy white chocolate and lemon latte with whipped cream) and the […]

  • Ride JC Meeting

    Ride JC Meeting

    Ride JC helps all people be healthier and happier by educating about alternative transit and improving connectedness in the Appalachian Highlands. We encourage everyone to Bike, Walk, Bus, or Roll around their communities through group rides, educational classes, and advocating for infrastructure. Join us for planning and organizing! Materials required: None needed. Location: Meditation/classroom space […]

  • ¿Hablas Español? Spanish Language Club

    ¿Hablas Español? Spanish Language Club

    *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. We will be meeting at Mi Pueblo Mexican Restaurant, 2904 Bristol Hwy. in JC on Friday March 6th at 6:30pm Conversational Spanish with Laura and friends. This is an opportunity […]

  • Storytelling Open Mic

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

    Sign ups start at 6:15pm  Theme: TBD (Note: your story does not have to fit into the theme of community but if you are looking for a creative challenge, feel free to try and match the theme!) Step into an evening of stories with local storytellers at our brand-new Open Mic series, hosted in our cozy living room […]

  • 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 […]

  • Poetry Reading and Book Launch with Molly Ann McDonough and Kayla Nichols

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

    Emerging writers Molly Ann McDonough and Kayla Nichols will launch their debut poetry collections on International Women's Day at a special poetry reading and open mic event focusing on femininity at The Philosopher's House in Johnson City. McDonough's "Hope in Hateful Times" leans into familial tenderness, local belonging, and global class solidarity while Nichols' "The […]

  • Intro to Storytelling (registration required, 4-week series)

    Intro to Storytelling (4-Week Series) Whether you tell stories on stage, on the page, or somewhere in between, this four-week introductory storytelling series offers a welcoming space to develop your voice and craft. Designed for oral storytellers and writers alike, the class explores storytelling as both an art and a practice. While this class is […]

  • *SOLD OUT* Children’s Beginning Japanese Language Class (registration required)

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

    *This class is currently full but we encourage you to reach out to Junko Arnold to get on the wait list or to be informed of future offerings.* Join Junko Arnold for a wonderful 6-week series designed to introduce young people to the Japanese Language. Learning another language helps children make new neural connections, increases […]

  • Steeped in Stories Author Meetup

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    Twice-Monthly meet up for local authors on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays: 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Climate Cafe

    Climate Cafe

    What is a climate cafe? Climate-minded friends & neighbors who come together to share what's important and to build a stronger, safer world for us all! Climate Cafe occurs on the 2nd Tuesday monthly. Location: Classroom/meditation space, 2nd floor Cost:  Food and drink purchases encouraged to support teahouse nonprofit How to register: https://linktr.ee/climatecafe_easttn Instructor Contact Information: […]