The Royal-tea Club

SOLD OUT-TranquilaTEA - May 4, 1:30 p.m.
2024-05-04 13:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | TranquilaTEA, 117 W. Main St., Waynesboro, PA, 17268
This tearoom opened in 2004 and is owned by the mother-daughter team of Nancy Brown and Leann Watkins.
Our Queen’s Tea will consist of endless pots of tea, chef’s choice of soup or salad, scones, assorted tea sandwiches, and dessert.
Mobility: There is half-flight of steps into the tearoom.
*Cost: $43.50, club members; $48.50, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: April 19
*Please include tea, time, and date in memo section of your check.
RESERVATIONS

TranquilaTEA - May 4, 11 a.m.
2024-05-04 11:00 - 13:00 | TranquilaTEA, 117 W. Main St., Waynesboro, PA, 17268

Mimi's Tea Cottage - April 20
2024-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Mimi’s Tea Cottage, 30 S. High St., West Chester, PA, 19380
This is a new tearoom that opened in August 2023. We will be having the Beaumont Tea that includes:

Soup or savory,
Scone,
Four tea sandwiches
Four tea desserts, and
Endless pot of tea.

The tearoom is about 1-1/2 hours east of York in the Borough of West Chester.
NOTE: No seating before 12:45 p.m.
Mobility: There is an entrance ramp.
Parking: The parking garage is four doors from the tearoom on the same side of the street. Bring your parking ticket with you since you will need to pay for parking on the way back to your car.
*Cost: $42, club members; $47, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: April 13
*Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
RESERVATIONS

Theme Tea: Needle Arts at Higinbotham's Tea Room - April 6
2024-04-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Higinbotham’s Tea Room, 102 Lincoln Highway West, New Oxford, PA, 17350, United States
Bring your needle arts projects (knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, counted cross stitch, etc.) to show members or to seek advice.
If you are not into needle arts (like Donna!) feel free to attend. You are welcome to stay and watch or leave after the tea.
The five-course tea is served in the dining room, library, and sunroom. The food is prepared daily and all homemade.
Higinbotham’s is one of the oldest homes in New Oxford and winner of the 2009 Historic Gettysburg Historical Preservation Award. The 1823 Federal-style building remains largely unchanged from its original form.
Built by banker John N. Hersh, the beautiful home has ceilings that rise to 12 feet, magnificent windows, working fireplaces, and a state-certified kitchen.
Mobility: There is one step onto the porch and another slightly taller step into the tea room.
*Cost: $36, club members; $41, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: March 28
When making your reservation, please include your preferred date.
*Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
RESERVATIONS

Theme Tea: Needle Arts at Higinbotham's Tea Room - April 4
2024-04-04 13:00 - 16:00 | Higinbotham’s Tea Room, 102 Lincoln Highway West, New Oxford, PA, 17350, United States

Infusions Tea Room - March 26
2024-03-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Infusion Restaurant, 432 Market St., Mount Joy, 17552
The tearoom is run by the high school students of the Career and Technology School. Our menu is:

Soup,
Salad,
Quiche, and
Three-tier tray with scones, tea sandwiches, and pastries.

A bake shop on site features a variety of food made by the students. The students always do a wonderful job both preparing and serving the tea.
Mobility: There are no steps into the tea room.
**Cost: $20, club members; $25, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: March 18
*Note: As you face the school, the tearoom is on the far left side.
**Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
RESERVATIONS

CANCELLED-Bus Trip: Highlights of Charleston and Savannah
2024-03-23 00:00 - 2024-03-30 23:59 | PA

Bus Trip: Philadelphia Flower Show & Afternoon Tea - March 7, 2024
2024-03-07 06:30 - 19:00 | PA
BUS TRIP BROCHURE
Travel by deluxe motorcoach to the 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show, arriving at 9:30 a.m.. This year’s “United by Flowers” theme “will illustrate the beauty and power of ﬂowers to transform, inspire, delight, and connect us to one another.”
After enjoying the flower show, we will depart at 2:30 p.m. for a short ride to The Dandelion, where restaurateur Stephen Starr brings London’s culinary revolution to Philadelphia. Relax with a delightful afternoon tea beginning at 3 p.m. that includes, an English cheese board, homemade scones, sandwiches, mini pastries, and a choice of tea.

*Cost: $165, club members; $175, guests/non-members
Mobility: If you have concerns about your mobility and the trip, please call the bus company at 717-657-9658
Reservations/questions by phone: 717-657-9658
Reservations online: Online Reservation
Departures:
6:30 a.m. Weis Markets, Linglestown Road, Harrisburg
8:15 a.m. Queensgate Shopping Center (rear of theatre), Springwood Road, York
Return (approximate):
6 p.m., York
6:45 p.m., Harrisburg
*The check will be made out to the bus company and must be sent to them with the form below or make a reservation online: www.Lowees.com. (There is a 3% fee for credit card use)
Bus Trip Brochure

The Forney House - Dec. 15
2023-12-15 12:00 - 14:30 | Forney House, 252 Frederick St., Hanover, PA, 17331, United States
We have been to this tearoom before and had numerous requests to do a Christmas tea here. Our teas have included excellent food served by a gracious hostess and staff always an excellent event.
Note: There are three dates for this tea, you must include the date for which you are making your reservation.
Mobility: There are eight steps to the porch of the tearoom; however, there is a motorized chair lift for those who need assistance. Please call the tearoom to make arrangements to use the chair lift prior to our visit.
Parking: The tea room has its own small-ish parking lot and on-street parking is available.
*Cost: $41, club members; $46, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: Nov. 30
*Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
Reservations

The Forney House - Dec. 9
2023-12-09 12:00 - 14:30 | Forney House, 252 Frederick St., Hanover, PA, 17331, United States

The Forney House - Dec. 8
2023-12-08 12:00 - 14:30 | Forney House, 252 Frederick St., Hanover, PA, 17331, United States

Bus Trip: Holiday Lights of Asheville, N.C., featuring the Biltmore Estate
2023-12-03 - 2023-12-06 | PA
Sunday, Dec. 3
7:00 AM Depart Weis Markets, Linglestown Road, Harrisburg
7:30 AM Depart Queensgate Plaza, (rear of theatre), Springwood Rd., York
Rest and meal stops to North Carolina are on your own, with an approximate 5 PM arrival at the Doubletree, Biltmore Village, NC. After check in, enjoy the evening on your own.
Monday, Dec. 4
After a hot breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for the Biltmore Estate, a Vanderbilt mansion that’s America’s largest privately owned home. Biltmore’s grand spaces will be lavishly decorated with trees and Christmas finery, and its many fireplaces will be adorned with greenery, ribbons, and flowers. Admission and the self-guided tour of the grounds, conservatory, and the Biltmore Village shops is included.
An Afternoon Tea at the Inn on Biltmore Estate in also included. The Dining Room’s unique take on this elegant experience features Newby Teas, one of the world’s finest tea purveyors. Tea features fresh-baked scones with clotted cream, honey, and preserves, artfully prepared sweet and savory canapés, and tea sandwiches. Resort elegant attire, such as slacks, dress shirt, or dress, is recommended and encouraged.
After tea, explore the Antler Hill Village and stop at the Olde World Christmas Shoppe. In the evening, there an optional tour available (additional fee) of Biltmore at Night, or choose an evening on your own. Restaurants and shopping are within a short walk of the hotel and the hotel has a restaurant on site. (B, L included)
Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023
Enjoy a hot breakfast at the hotel before we depart for the Omni Grove Park Inn, where we will explore the resort and the gingerbread displays by the International Gingerbread Competition. There will be an elegant luncheon buffet on site, as well. Then, we are off to The Cove and Billy Graham’s Chatlos Memorial Chapel, at this mountain venue, fully decorated for the season.
At dusk, we’ll visit the North Carolina Arboretum for their beautiful light display. (B, L included)
Wednesday, Dec. 6
After breakfast at the hotel, we will check out and depart for home at 9 AM. Rest / meal stops en route will be on your own with an 8:00 PM approximate arrival to York and approximately 8:45 PM arrival to Harrisburg. (B)
Overview
Trip cost: $999 double occupancy; $1,299, single occupancy. Includes: Motorcoach transportation, three (3) nights accommodations, three (3) breakfasts, two (2) luncheons (including the tea luncheon at the Biltmore), Biltmore Estates day admission, the Omni Gingerbread Displays, the Cove Tour, NC Arboretum lights, baggage handling, meal taxes, and gratuities for the baggage handlers and waitstaff of included meals. Note: Biltmore Night time admission is $125 additional fee.
Terms & Conditions
Deposit Requirements An initial deposit of $250 per person is required to confirm reservations. Travel Insurance must be purchased at the time of booking (which will cover pre-existing conditions). Full payment must be received by Oct. 3, 2023.
Cancellation Deposit is refundable until Oct. 3, 2023 After that, there are no refunds without travel insurance.
Baggage Portage of baggage is included and based on a maximum of one (1) piece of standard baggage per person plus one (1) carry on.
Items Not Included Our tours do not include items of a personal nature such as laundry, room service, telephone charges, or other hotel extras. All passengers are responsible for settling any such costs incurred before checking out of the hotel or returning home.
Gratuities Tips for baggage handling and wait staff for included meals are included. Gratuities for the motorcoach driver, local guide, and tour escorts are not included.
Taxes Our prices include all government taxes as levied as of the date of this tour flyer. In the event that additional taxes are introduced by governing bodies or existing taxes increased, we will have to pass on all such additional charges to the individual passengers concerned.
Insurance We strongly recommend that all passengers be adequately insured for medical expenses, baggage loss or damage, and trip cancellation or interruption. This is the responsibility of individual tour participants. For travel insurance rates, call 717-657-9658 or email ckelly@lowees.com (we will need your date of birth for rates). Insurance must be purchased on the day of the reservation.
Mobility For information about the amount of walking and other mobility questions, contact Lowee’s at 717-657-9658 or email ckelly@lowees.com.
Hotel
Doubletree Biltmore Village, 115 Hendersonville Rd., Asheville, NC 28803; 828-274-1800. Amenities include: WiFi, indoor pool, fitness center, on-site restaurant, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, and coffee maker.
Download trip brochure and sign up form.

SOLD OUT -- The Front Porch Tea Room - Nov. 17
2023-11-17 12:00 - 14:30 | The Front Porch Tea Room, 25 W. Market St., Hallam, PA, 17406
We have not been to this tearoom in the Borough of Hallam in eastern York County for several years. Michelle has taken over this tea gem from previous owner, Bonnie Helm.
Our menu includes:

Scones,
Salad,
Soup,
Savories, and
Choice of dessert.

When making your reservation, please include your preferred date.
Mobility: The bathroom is upstairs in this tearoom, but there is a Rutter’s (Route 30 and Market Street) less than a mile away that has accessible bathrooms.
*Cost: $43.50, club members; $48.50, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: Nov. 7
*Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
Reservations

The Front Porch Tea Room - Nov. 16
2023-11-16 12:00 - 14:30 | The Front Porch Tea Room, 25 W. Market St., Hallam, PA, 17406

Friendly Farms - Nov. 4
2023-11-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Friendly Farms, 17434 Froeston Road, Upperco, MD, 21155
This event is a little different. Not a tearoom but a renovated special events room where we’ll have a tea buffet.
Menu includes:

Shrimp salad
Chicken salad
Turkey breast, ham, and roast beef,
Fresh fruit
Coleslaw
Potato salad
Assorted cookie and brownie tray
Coffee, iced tea (sweet and unsweetened), hot tea – feel free to bring your own tea bags if you prefer

Notes: We can gather starting at 11:30 a.m. NO doggie bags allowed.
Mobility: There are no steps and our tea is in the lower level.
*Cost: $36, club members; $41, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: Oct. 1
*Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
Reservations

The Tea Trolley - Oct. 21
2023-10-21 13:30 - 16:00 | The Tea Trolley, 104 Main St., Delta, PA, 17314, United States
We have been to this tearoom several times and have enjoyed good food and pleasant surroundings. Delta was settled by slate miners and many homes still have slate roofs. Come visit this Pennsylvania town on the border of Maryland.
Our full tea will include:

Soup,
Scone,
Savories, and
Dessert.

Mobility: There are no steps into the tea room, but make sure to note if you are unable to walk up/down stairs (some members will need to be seated on the second floor).
*Cost: $32, club members; $37, guests
Reservation deadline: Oct. 14
*Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
Reservation

Kate Pearl Tea Room - Oct. 6
2023-10-06 12:00 - 15:30 | Kate Pearl Tea Room, 111 Stone Ave., Westminster, MD, 21157
This is the former Gypsy’s Tea Room located in an historic building in Westminster, Md. Kate Pearl is named for the owner’s grandmother.
October’s theme is Harry Potter with full afternoon tea including

Soup or salad (chef’s choice),
Scones,
Fresh fruit,
Tea sandwiches and savories,
Assorted sweets, and
Sorbet

Mobility: There are no steps into the tea room, but make sure to note if you are unable to walk up/down stairs (some members will need to be seated on the second floor).
When making your reservation, please also include your preferred date.
*Cost: $41.50, club members; $46.50, guests
Reservation deadline: Sept. 14
*Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
Reservations

Kate Pearl Tea Room - Oct. 5
2023-10-05 12:00 - 15:30 | Kate Pearl Tea Room, 111 Stone Ave., Westminster, MD, 21157

Bus Trip: Winterthur Museum & Wee Fancy Tea, Wednesday, Sept. 20
2023-09-20 07:15 - 17:45 | PA
BUS TRIP BROCHURE
We arrive at 10 a.m. at the Winterthur Museum, nestled in the heart of Delaware’s beautiful Brandywine Valley. It is known for its magnificent collection of American decorative arts with items displayed throughout Francis du Pont’s former home and showcased in permanent and rotating gallery spaces. We are fortunate to have the opportunity to view the Anne Lowe exhibit, who designed the wedding dress worn by Jacqueline Bouvier when she married John F. Kennedy in 1953. This is the largest exhibition of her work to date, featuring 40 iconic gowns, many that have never been on public display and will illuminate her evolution as a designer from the 1920s to the 1960s.
We arrive at 1:30 p.m. at Wee Fancy Tea, run by a mother-daughter team with roots in Yorkshire, England. Committed to serving an English-style tea, everything is made fresh. We will be indulged with a Queen’s Tea that includes four tea sandwiches (roast beef, chicken salad, cucumber and egg salad); four different dessert scones with Devonshire cream and homemade preserves; and unlimited tea.
*Cost: $110, club members; $120, guests/non-members
Mobility: Trip goers will be required to walk to and from locations and at the museum. If you have concerns about your mobility and the trip, please call the bus company at 717-657-9658
Reservations/questions by phone: 717-657-9658
Reservations online: Online Reservation
Departures:
7:15 a.m. Weis Markets, Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg, PA
8:15 a.m. Queensgate Shopping Center (rear of theatre), Springwood Rd., York, PA
Return (approximate):
5 p.m., York
5:45 p.m., Harrisburg
*The check will be made out to the bus company and must be sent to them with the form below or make a reservation online: www.Lowees.com. (There is a 3% fee for credit card use).

SOLD OUT A Tea Affair, Aug. 26
2023-08-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Irish Eyes Tea Room, 8 Sturgis Lane, Lititz, PA, 17343, United States
The club visited this tea room in 2021 so it seemed time for another visit. A Tea Affair has a separate gift shop at 34 E. Main St. Visit the shop or stroll to the nearby Wilbur Chocolate store as well as other locally owned shops.
Mobility: There are no steps into the tea room.
Parking: There is a lot beside the tea room on Sturgis Lane and also on-street parking.
When making your reservation, please include your preferred date.
Cost: $45.50, club members; $50.50, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: Aug. 17
*Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
Reservations

SOLD OUT A Tea Affair, Aug. 24
2023-08-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Irish Eyes Tea Room, 8 Sturgis Lane, Lititz, PA, 17343, United States

Sweet Remembrances Tea Room, Aug. 12
2023-08-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Sweet Remembrances Tea Room, 118 S. Market St., Mechanicsburg, PA, 17055, United States
Nancy Reppert, tearoom owner, is vacationing in Ireland this year. Come join her for an Irish Tea. Then visit The Rosemary House gift shop next door. There you will find teas, spices, and garden items.
These businesses have been loyal supporters of the tea club for many years. This is also the site for the PA Tea Festival in September.
When making your reservation, please include your preferred date.
Mobility: The main entrance has three steps and the handicapped door is on the side of the building.
Parking: On-street parking is free. Also, there is a is a small parking lot behind the tearoom. On Saturday only, you may park in the PNC Bank parking lot diagonally across the street.
Cost: $50, club members; $55, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: Aug. 1
*Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
Reservations

Sold Out Sweet Remembrances Tea Room, Aug. 10
2023-08-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Sweet Remembrances Tea Room, 118 S. Market St., Mechanicsburg, PA, 17055, United States

Annual Tea Luncheon, July 15
2023-07-15 11:00 - 16:30 | New Fairview Church, 1873 NEW FAIRVIEW CHURCH RD, York, PA, 17403, United States
Our theme this year is Alice in Wonderland and our program will be the Wonder of Alice by Alan Gesford who will answer the question: Why garden? He’ll explore the multiple rewards and the interrelationship of these rewards by sharing his experiences to entice others to garden, expand their garden horizons, and/or take more time to smell the roses (and other flowers).
Alan is a civil engineer who worked for various municipalities and then spent 20 years with Penn State in several special programs that provided training to local government employees. After retiring, he became an avid gardener and was a Master Gardener with Penn State Extension Services.
This is a catered event and includes:
Barbecue sandwiches,
Roasted potatoes,
Fruit salad,
Tossed salad
Dessert
Hot water for tea
Teabags (or feel free to bring your favorite tea)
Iced tea
Lemon
Sugar
As usual, we will have a book sale featuring gently-read books donated by members. Stock up on your supply for the next year. Our silent auction will also be held with awesome items donated by members.
Please note: Use the front door to enter (no steps). Come early to unload and be ready to start lunch at noon
Cost: $25, club members; $30, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: July 8
Reservations

Heron's Meadow Farm & Simplici-Tea Room, June 24
2023-06-24 12:00 - 15:30 | Heron’s Meadow Farm, 1596 Daisy Rd., Woodbine, MD, 21797
Starting at noon, Heron’s Meadow farm (1596 Daisy Road, Woodbine, MD; 410-499-8156) in western Howard County, is Maryland’s first tea farm. Visitors can sample teas, shop for their new favorite mug, view the tea fields, walk through herb gardens or simply relax on the patio and watch the blue herons, hawks, deer, foxes, and other wildlife. There is a gift shop with teas, teacups, and pottery(made by owner, Lori Baker. She will discuss growing and harvesting tea. Tea is served on the patio.
At 1:30 p.m. club members will travel to nearby Sykesville for a full-afternoon tea at Simplici-Tea Room. (7540 Main St., Sykesville, MD 21784; 410-549-7676)
Mobility information: There are no steps into the tea room.
Parking info: there is a parking behind the tea room, on the street, and in a lot across the street (which does have stairs).
When making your reservation, please include your preferred date.
*Cost: $40, club members; $45, guests (includes tea tasting and afternoon tea)
Reservation deadline: June 8
**Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
Reservations

Heron's Meadow Farm & Simplici-Tea Room, June 22
2023-06-22 12:00 - 15:30 | PA
Starting at noon, Heron’s Meadow farm in western Howard County, is Maryland’s first tea farm. Visitors can sample teas, shop for their new favorite mug, view the tea fields, walk through herb gardens or simply relax on the patio and watch the blue herons, hawks, deer, foxes, and other wildlife. There is a gift shop with teas, teacups, and pottery(made by owner, Lori Baker. She will discuss growing and harvesting tea. Tea is served on the patio.
At 1:30 p.m. club members will travel to nearby Sykesville for a full-afternoon tea at Simplici-Tea Room. (7540 Main St., Sykesville, MD 21784; 410-549-7676
Mobility information: There are no steps into the tea room.
Parking info: there is a parking behind the tea room, on the street, and in a lot across the street (which does have stairs).
When making your reservation, please include your preferred date.
*Cost: $40, club members; $45, guests (includes tea tasting and afternoon tea)
Reservation deadline: June 8
**Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
Reservations

Bus Trip: PA Grand Canyon and Laurel Festival, June 16
2023-06-16 | PA
We depart in time for a mid-morning arrival in Wellsboro, home of the PA Grand Canyon. The first stop will be the Ole Covered Wagon, where we’ll catch a horse-drawn covered wagon with a guide for a trip through the wondrous PA Grand Canyon. The tour guides are fluent in the history of the natural wonder, going back to the 19th century. They will tell tales while the horses wind their way on the Pine Creek Rail Trail. Take a jump into history while enjoying everything the canyon has to offer.
Bid farewell to “cowboy” life and journey to the historic Penn Wells Hotel for a 1:15 p.m. luncheon tea.
The Penn Wells Hotel is a step back in history with this beautifully maintained and historic hotel.
After the luncheon tea enjoy the afternoon on your own at the Laurel Festival filled with juried arts and crafts.
We depart Wellsboro at 5 p.m.
Accessibility note: Trip goers will be required to walk to and from locations. There are steps onto the Covered Wagon similar to those for the bus. If you have concerns about your mobility and the trip, please call the bus company at 717-657-9658.
Departures:
6:15 a.m. Queensgate Shopping Plaza, Springwood Rd., York, PA
7 a.m. Weis Markets, Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg, PA
Return (approximate):
8 p.m., Harrisburg
8:45 p.m., York
*Cost: $135, club members; $145, guests/non-members
Reservation deadline: May 10
*The check should be made out to the bus company and must be sent to them with the form from our flyer or make a reservation online: www.Lewees.com. (There is a 3% fee for credit card use).
Reservations/questions by phone: 717-657-9658
Reservation form and flyer

Needlearts Theme Tea: Higinbotham's Tea Room, May 20
2023-05-20 13:00 - 16:30 | PA
This tea is for everyone, no need to be a knitter, crocheter, cross stitcher, etc. Tea will be served as usual with time afterwards to have another Needlearts Theme Tea. Those who stay can work on their latest project. Having problems? Perhaps another club member can help.
Mary Jo Higinbotham served us a delicious Christmas tea in December. Come enjoy a spring tea and spend some time on your project or asking questions.
One of the oldest homes in New Oxford and winner of the 2009 Historic Gettysburg-Historical Preservation Award, the 1823 Federal-style building remains largely unchanged from its original form. There is also a small gift shop.
When making your reservation, please include your preferred date.
Mobility: There is one small step onto the porch and a slightly taller step into the home. Once inside there are no steps.
Parking: There is free on-street parking, including the side street next to the tearoom.
*Cost: $36, club members; $41, guest
Reservation deadline: May 7
*Please include tea and date in memo section of your check.
Reservations

Needlearts Theme Tea: Higinbotham's Tea Room, May 19
2023-05-19 13:00 - 16:30 | Higinbotham’s Tea Room, 102 Lincoln Highway West, New Oxford, PA, 17350, United States

Needlearts Theme Tea: Higinbotham's Tea Room, May 18
2023-05-18 13:00 - 16:30 | Higinbotham’s Tea Room, 102 Lincoln Highway West, New Oxford, PA, 17350, United States
