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Tea Geek Events for 2009
Sunday, September 13th, 2 pm
Better Than Fair You've probably heard of Fair Trade, but what exactly does that mean? This class will cover some of your tea options when looking for more socially-responsible or environmentally-friendly selections. You'll also get a sense of where tea is grown as we look at Fair Trade tea projects around the world. $10, includes Hawthorn Tea Room’s homemade scone (they’re better than the Fair’s!) To register, contact The Hawthorn Tea room
First Weekend in October (exact date/time pending)at the Northwest Tea Festival
- Caffeine and Tea (basic level)
- Caffeine and Tea (advanced level)
- The Teamaker's Art (basic level)
- The Teamaker's Art (advanced level)
Sunday, October 11th, 2 pm
Oolongs and Blacks Just in time for Halloween, listen to some tales from the world of tea! There are scary dragons, gruesome disfigurements, and a clever disguise that brought an empire to its knees! Plus, you'll get to sample some teas and learn about what makes oolong and black teas different (and so popular)! $10, includes light refreshments. To register, contact The Hawthorn Tea room
Sunday, November 8th, 2 pm
Tea Traditions Virtually every culture in the world has some kind of tea tradition. We'll look at some of the oldest and most famous tea traditions, from China, Japan, Britain, and the United States--as well as how the different approaches to tea developed.
$10, includes light refreshments. To register, contact The Hawthorn Tea room
Sunday, December 13th, 2 pm
Whites & Greens It seems every week there's another study looking at the health benefits of white or green tea. What's really going on? What ARE antioxidants anyway, and why are they good for you? Is green or white tea really better for you than other kinds? Take this class to find out!
$10, includes light refreshments
