Children’s Tea to debut at library

Having grown from a novelty to a tradition, the Amenia Library Tea Society met on Saturday, April 12, to enjoy teas and finger foods from Japan. The April meeting featured green tea and Senoha, served along with Dango, Moohi, Onigiri rice balls, melon seed cookies, and more. The May meeting will feature the fare of South Korea. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Photo by Leila Hawken

Children’s Tea to debut at library

AMENIA — Building on the success of the monthly Library Tea Society, the Amenia Free Library is inviting children to dress up and attend the first-ever Children’s Tea Party on Saturday, April 19, at noon.

Children of ages 3 through 8 are invited to dress up in their best outfits to enjoy a fun tea party. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

As there are only 8 spots available, registration in advance is required. To register, call 845-373-8273 or email programs@amenialibrary.org.

Program assistant Hope Bruzzi will host the event in the library children’s area.

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