HIGH TEA AT SEBA SENIORS – SOLD OUT!
Interest in our High Tea has been AMAZING! Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket to this fundraiser. We are officially SOLD OUT. See everyone who bought a ticket on March 8 for a fun and entertaining afternoon.
We are looking forward to seeing everyone’s Fascinators. And we are sorry if you missed it this year. Watch for next year because we are sure it will be back!
Our English High Tea
Indulge in scones with jam and clotted cream, delicate finger sandwiches, and an assortment of sweet and savory delights, all served alongside a fine selection of teas. To make it more fun, we’re hoping everyone will dress up a little and wear a fascinator. There are tutorials online if you would like to make one or they are reasonably priced on Amazon.
Come sip, savor, and support a great cause!
- High Tea – Saturday, March 8, 2025
- 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Seba Seniors, Melmoth Lounte
- Cost: $25
- Registration deadline: March 1, 2025
- There are only 24 tickets available, so get your ticket early before they sell out!
Craft Class – Saturday March 22, 2025
- 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Seba Seniors, May Hall
- Bring your Tea Cup back (we have a craft planned for your Tea Cup as a souvenir of your High Tea experience)
A History Lesson: First High Tea
Tired of sitting at home waiting for men to return from their extended lunch meetings, ladies decided to start hosting their lunchtime affairs. The Huffington Post gives Duchess Anna of Bedford credit for being the first to dream up high tea suffering from hunger pangs as she waited for her evening meal. As any rich lady would do, she began requesting a tray of tea, cake, and bread and butter from her servants.
Eventually, Duchess Anna either got bored of feasting on her own, or realized she was sitting on a goldmine tradition just waiting to happen. So she started sharing her new habit with her friends, inviting them over for a cuppa and some sweet snacks. The afternoon tea habit quickly caught on amongst the English aristocracy and grew to become a huge social event.
By the 1920s, afternoon tea had started to look like the high tea we see today, with elaborately designed teacups, silverware, fine linens, and the best tea money could buy. Of course, at the time, it was also about inviting plenty of guests and showing off all your servants (i.e. your wealth!)”
WEAR YOUR FASCINATOR
Did you know a fascinator is a stylish headpiece, often worn as an alternative to a hat for special occasions? It’s a beautiful and decorative accessory that adds flair to any outfit!
Join us for a fun and creative gathering where you can learn more about fascinators, see different styles, and maybe even try one on yourself. Whether you’re a fashion enthusiast or just curious, this is a great opportunity to enjoy some stylish fun!
