Come sip, savor, and support a great cause!
- Sunday, April 12, 2026
- 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Melmoth Lounge, Seba Seniors Centre
- Cost: $25.00
- Through this fundraiser Seba Seniors is able to also support the Lakeside Curling Club
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.
HOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS
- Tickets go on sale Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Purchase your tickets at our Seba Seniors Thrift Shop (open Wednesdays & Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
- There are only 28 tickets available, so get your ticket early before they sell out!
HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR 2025 HIGH TEA
In March 2025, we held our first High Tea event, and it was fantastic. A number of Seba Senior members, their friends, and family joined us for a lovely day of tea and treats. We were thrilled to see so many attendees dressed up and wearing fascinators to add to the event.
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!
