Tea at the Library

Wed, 01/04/2023 - 13:07

The John Jermain Memorial Library in Sag Harbor

Christine Sampson

January 4, 2023

Margaret M. Johnson, author of 13 cookbooks, including "Teatime in Ireland," will talk about teacups at the John Jermain Memorial Library in Sag Harbor on Friday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Participants will learn about the history of tea, scone recipes, and enjoy a cup of "cream tea."

Ms. Johnson's cookbooks will be available for sale and for signing.

Also at the library, Deborah Marshall, a certified crystal healer, will lead a guided meditation at 7:30 on Thursday night and discuss "how to incorporate crystals into your life to help protect and clear your vibrational frequency."

The library's website is johnjermain.org.

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