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Mary Lyon Tea

Join your fellow MHC alums to celebrate our founder's birthday! This is a separate event from the MHC Pen Club's Tea.

Saturday, March 1, 2025, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (UTC-08:00)

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Note: This event is for Mount Holyoke alums only. Please include your name when you RSVP so we can confirm your alum status! Your registration will be cancelled if you don't include your name or if we cannot locate you in the Alum Directory. If you're paying with a credit card, you can remain publicly anonymous by filling out the “Legal Name” field only (this is visible to event admins). If you're paying with a debit card, please fill out the "Your Name" field (this is publicly visible). We appreciate your understanding.

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Celebrate Mary Lyon's Birthday with an Afternoon Tea! Join us at Malaya Tea Room, a woman-owned small business in Alameda, as we celebrate the life and legacy of our founder, a pioneering figure in women's education. Enjoy a delightful afternoon filled with the following:

  • One pot of tea/person. A curated selection of teas: black, green, herbal (non-caffeinated), and Malaysian Pulled Tea
  • Assorted finger sandwiches (British & Malaya flavors)
  • Scones served with clotted cream and preserves
  • Sweet pastries and desserts

This special event honors Mary Lyon, founder of Mount Holyoke College, by gathering in a setting perfect for conversation and reflection. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to toast to her legacy with a cup of tea in hand! The Malaya Tea Room offers a unique high tea experience that combines classic tea traditions with the bold, vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia. The menu features a nice selection of sandwiches, such as curry chicken, cucumber, turkey and fig, and smoked salmon, all paired with an array of sweet pastries. Guests can choose from a diverse range of teas, including black, green, and herbal varieties. On weekends, the experience is elevated with the addition of Malaysian Pulled Tea, adding an extra touch of authenticity to the service.

đź—“ When: Saturday, March 1, 2025
🕒 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
đź“Ť Where: Malaya Tea Room, 920 Central Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
✨Let’s sip, savor, and celebrate Mary Lyon’s Birthday together! 

Refunds: As we are booking seats in advance, we're unable to accommodate refunds for this event; we recommend “donating” your ticket if you can’t make it. We will post to our social media to offer your spot to other alums, but we cannot guarantee any last-minute openings.

Dietary restrictions: Malaya offers vegetarian sandwiches, but doesn't offer vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free options due to limited kitchen space. Visit malayatearoom.com for more information.

Event updates: You will receive your ticket confirmation email from [email protected], and additional event updates will also be sent from that address. Make sure that you'll have regular access to the email you use to sign up for this event!

Questions? Please check the event description (above) as well as the Club’s event FAQ (linked) before reaching out! If your query is answered in one of those places, you are unlikely to receive a response, as the Club is an all-volunteer organization with limited capacity. Thank you for your understanding.

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May C.

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Eleanor C.

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Catherine

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Leah H.

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MHC NorCal Club

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Susan T.

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Credit from Saadia Saeed to Mary Lyon Tea •

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$378.84 USD

Total raised

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Estimated annual budget

$390.00 USD