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:
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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!Â
🕒 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!Â
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.
Refunds: As we are booking tickets in advance, we're unable to accommodate refunds for this event. We recommend “donating” your ticket if you can’t make it, and we'll post to our social media to offer your spot to other alums. However, we cannot guarantee any last-minute or donated openings.
Event updates: You'll 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 (here) as well as the Club’s event FAQ (linked) and Malaya Tea Room's website (linked) before reaching out! If your query is answered in one of those places, we may not be able to get back to you, as the Club is an all-volunteer organization with limited capacity. We appreciate your understanding.
Location
Malaya Tea Room
Our team
Adrianne W.
Admin
Katie W.
Admin
May C.
Core Contributor
Pauline A.
Admin
Eleanor C.
Core Contributor
Liz K.
Core Contributor
Susan T.
Core Contributor
Leah H.
Core Contributor
Catherine
Core Contributor

Budget
Transparent and open finances.
Credit from Estefania Reyes Bricio to Mary Lyon Tea •
+$60.00USD
Completed
Contribution #828812
Credit from Melissa Ibarra to Mary Lyon Tea •
+$60.00USD
Completed
Contribution #828775
Credit from Katia K to Mary Lyon Tea •
+$30.00USD
Completed
Contribution #827749
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Today’s balance$524.64 USD
Total raised
$524.64 USD
Total disbursed
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Estimated annual budget
$540.00 USD