• 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • *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 […]

  • Tuesday Tunes: Blues with GMan Blues (Greg Goulds)

    Tuesday Tunes: GMan Blues
    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    GmanBlues, otherwise known as Coach Greg Goulds, is a deep dive into the history of the blues itself. Whether you seek a cure-all for heartbreak, a reminder of the good times, or one hell of a good story, Gman Blues provides a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience with depth and feeling many acts just can’t replicate. As […]

  • 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 […]

  • PoetTEA; Open Mic Poetry

    PoetTEA; Open Mic Poetry
    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    Join members of the Poetry Society of Tennessee and the Philosopher's House Writer's Workshop for an evening of poetry and community at this monthly open mic night. Second Fridays of each month from 6:00-7:30PM, with open mic sign-ups starting at 5:45PM. Spots are limited to 4 minutes per poet. Co-hosted by various members of the […]

  • Live Music: Singer/Songwriter Tim Husk (Founder of Awen Family Band)

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

    Tim Husk is a Virginia-based singer-songwriter (originally from Durham, NC), multi-instrumentalist, and founder of the Awen Family Band, a nationally touring world boogie collective that has featured members of Toubab Krewe, Big Something, FRUTE, Dr. Bacon and many other acts across the country since 2019. Tim blends folk, Celtic, bluegrass, old time, West and North African, […]

  • *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 […]

  • 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 […]