Our winter newsletter will be sent in February 2022.

Cost, tea & craft: $33 member, $38 guest

Cost, tea only: $28 member, $33 guest

Maximum reservations: 40 

Reservation deadline: Oct. 13

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*NOTE: If 2022 dues are not paid by Dec. 31, 2021, the cost will increase to $20 ($15 dues + $5 late fee).

Review by Elaine Agee

Mary Jo Higinbotham, owner of Higinbotham’s Tea Room, graciously hosted our recent needle arts-themed teas. Everyone had a great time, sharing their crafting journeys with the group, along with their many completed projects. 

Higinbotham’s Tea Room has not only a fine menu but also the magic of a bygone era in American history.

Built in 1823, it is one of the oldest homes in New Oxford, Pa., and winner of the 2009 Historic Gettysburg-Historical Preservation Award, the Federal-style building

remains largely unchanged from its original form.

Built by banker John N. Hersh, the home has ceilings that are over 12 feet tall, magnificent windows, working fireplaces, and a state-certified kitchen. 

Upon arrival, we were warmed by the friendliness of the staff and the atmosphere of the establishment — a richly textured home that was elegantly appointed with antique furniture in its parlor and dining areas. Desserts, after the tea, were decadent. We just about had to be rolled out of the building from culinary overload.

We graciously thank Mary Jo and her staff for hosting our fiber art events, richly presented in an establishment so steeped in history. We cannot wait until our next fiber arts-themed tea. 

Higinbotham’s is well worth the journey. During your visit don’t forget to visit the gift shop that boasts a large collection of tea memorabilia.  

For more about this tea room, visit www.higinbothambandbtearoom.com.

NEW MEMBERS AND MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS

Membership dues for new members and for membership renewals are payable Jan. 1 of each year.

• Dues: $15/year, which includes either an electronic or mailed copy of the newsletter. Download the renewal form here.
• New Members: Additional $10/one-time new member fee. (The charge allows the Club to purchase a magnetic name tag for individuals to wear at Club events.) Download the form here.
• Magnetic Name Tag: $10/name tag.
• Late Fee: $5 will be added to any renewal received after Dec. 31, 2021 for 2022 Membership Renewals.

All dues, late fees, new member, and renewal applications should be sent to:

Betsy Green

365 English Ivy Drive

Lititz, PA 17543

Please note: This is a new address for Betsy. She also can be reached at (410) 259-1853 for any questions regarding your dues or membership.

TEA RESERVATIONS

• Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Emailed reservation requests must be confirmed by the Club before they are considered accepted.
• Due to the ongoing pandemic, please indicate members of your party when making reservations so we can assign seats appropriately to help keep everyone safe.
• Do not send payment until your reservation is confirmed.
• After a reservation has been made and confirmed, payment must be received by the Club within 10 days. If it is not received within that time frame, the reservation may be canceled.
• Club events are closed 10 days before the event takes place or the date specified in the newsletter.
• Due to the ongoing pandemic, please adhere to all current mask guidelines.

Reservations and questions should be sent to Donna Lerew at donnalerew@gmail.com or 717-741-2684.

CLUB EVENT PAYMENTS

Checks made out to the Royal-tea Club and mailed to:

Donna Lerew

110 Reynolds Mill Road

York, PA 17403

IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND

If you are unable to attend an event you have reserved, contact Donna Lerew as soon as possible at donnalerew@gmail.com or 717-741-2684. This will allow her time to contact the next person on the waiting list and you may receive a refund. Please, do not give your seat to another person in order to be fair to those on the waiting list.

REFUNDS

Payment for tea reservations is non-refundable, unless cancelled prior to the cutoff date posted in the newsletter or if someone on the waiting list can take the reservation.

Any money from a cancellation will be a credit that can be used for future events. All unused credits will be returned after the last event in December. No refunds or credits of less than $1 will be given.

GUEST POLICY

Guest fee: $5, which is added to the cost of the tea event. If the guest decides to join the Club, the $5 fee will be applied to dues for that calendar year.

In the heart of Southern Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia, The Royal-tea Club has been a cherished tradition for over 15 years. the organization was established by a group of women whose objective was to provide gathering events for other individuals for cultural and intellectual pursuits, while enjoying a nice cup of tea. Women of diverse interests and talents come together to foster friendships, promote the arts, and enjoy various speakers. Variety is the spice of life, so we visit a variety of tea rooms, throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia. Our past trips have taken us to tea rooms in England, Scotland, Ireland, Connecticut, Georgia, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Rhode Island, North Carolina and South Carolina.