Purple Rose Tearoom News

With holidays (and cold weather!) swiftly approaching, its time to sit
down to a warm cup of tea to refresh you! By popular demand, the Purple
Rose Tearoom will be featuring a second Victorian Holiday Tea this
Saturday, December 12th. We will be taking reservations between 11AM and
1:30PM. So make your reservations today and celebrate the season with
tea! You can even do your holiday shopping while you're relaxing--we
feature many unique gifts for the tea lover in your life!

Purple Rose Tearoom
4316 Penn Ave @ 44th St
Pittsburgh PA 15224
(412) 687-2301

Purple Rose Tearoom News

The holidays are fast approaching--hard to believe its November already!
The Purple Rose Tearoom will be having our annual Victorian Christmas Tea
on Saturday, November 21st (the day after Light Up Night). Come and see
the tearoom in all its holiday finery! We are taking reservations between
11:00AM and 1:30PM. Book your space soon, as this event is very popular.

Looking for a special place for your holiday party? We can seat from 2 to
30 people. Give us a call for availability.

Now you can follow us on Twitter! Stay current on our soup of the day.
Find out what new teas have arrived. Hear about the pie of the week.
We're at www.twitter.com/purplerosetea.

Purple Rose Tearoom
4316 Penn Ave @ 44th St
Pittsburgh PA 15224
(412) 687-2301

Purple Rose Tearoom News

As the cool weather returns, don't you feel like having a warm cup of tea?

Once again, we will be having our Victorian Christmas Tea the day after
Light Up Night. We are taking reservations on Saturday, November 21st
from 11:00AM - 1:30PM. Come and enjoy our holiday menu, and see the
tearoom decorated in its finery! Have a special tea lover on your gift
list? We now have gift baskets available, in addition to our normal
tea-related items.

Also coming up is the Lawrenceville Joy of Cookies cookie tour. December
3-5, come and visit all of the unique shops in Lawrenceville, and sample
some free cookies. Then stop by and visit us for lunch or afternoon tea.
Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available.

Just a reminder that the Purple Rose Tearoom is open Wednesdays,
Thursdays, and Fridays for lunch from 11:00AM - 3:00PM.

Purple Rose Tearoom
4316 Penn Ave @ 44th St
Pittsburgh PA 15224
(412) 687-2301
www.purplerosetearoom.com

Purple Rose Tearoom News

We still have seats available for our special Fall Event! Join us on
Saturday, October 17th from noon - 3PM as Patti Peer demonstrates
Victorian and Edwardian clothing while we enjoy afternoon tea. Take a
journey back in time and see what the well-heeled were wearing in the days
of Queen Victoria.

This is always a wonderful presentation, and we are anticipating a large
crowd. So if you haven't reserved your spot yet, give us a call or send
us an email. Cost of the event is $22.99 plus tax per person, and
includes both the full afternoon tea and Patti's fascinating presentation.

And just a reminder--we are currently open for lunch on Wednesdays and
Fridays from 11-3. No reservations needed!

We accept reservations for afternoon tea on Wednesdays, Fridays, and
Saturdays. Private event (showers, birthdays, meetings, etc) can be
scheduled any time. Contact us for availability.

Purple Rose Tearoom
4316 Penn Ave @ 44th St
Pittsburgh PA 15224
(412) 687-2301

Purple Rose Tearoom News

Just a reminder that next Friday and Saturday, July 24-25, we will be having a Tropical Tea celebration. Join us for some exciting new tropical flavors, including Pina Colada tea! We are taking reservations from 11-3 on Friday and 11-1:30 on Saturday.

Also, the Purple Rose Tearoom is open for lunch on Fridays from 11-3. No reservations needed! Pick any three items from our lunch menu for $8.41. Current choices include chicken or tuna salad on a croissant, 1/2 veggie sage sandwich on wheat, 1/2 cucumber and goat cheese sandwich on white, fruit salad, couscous, tabbouleh, chocolate mousse cup, raspberry tort, and canolli.

Purple Rose Tearoom
4316 Penn Ave @ 44th St
Pittsburgh PA 15224
(412) 687-2301

JULY GATHERING

Eight businesses of The Western Pennsylvania Tea Business Association including a new member to the group - Suzanne Hartwig of Sentimental Journey Tea Room in Knox, PA - met on Monday, July 13th at The Herbal Gourmet for a mini-class on easy tea party cuisine including using herb blends in savory pinwheels or roll-ups, using scone mixes, turning simple cookies into delectable sweets plus the use of edible flowers as colorful and tasty garnishes.

 

The Western Pennsylvania Tea Business Association consists of tea professionals who are united to promote the knowledge of tea and an awareness of tea related businesses in Western Pennsylvania.  The association also provides a chance to network with other tea professionals for promotional and educational opportunities and to support one another in growing our businesses.  Any tea business professional in our area is eligible to join.  Our current members provide a combined wealth of services, from gifted speakers and tea educators to tea shops and accessories, fine tearooms and cafes.  Please feel free to contact any of the members for more information so you can join us for our next gathering in September at Special-Teas, Etc in Volant, PA. 

 

Whatever your tea needs

                          . . . we are here to serve you.

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Latest Events at Tea At Home With Olivia Boutique

Kara Vita Tea Party!

Tuesday June 30, 2009

6:30 - 9:30

Let's have some fun! As women we can inspire each other to be the best we can be! All of us want to improve the quality of our lives by enhancing our beauty inside first, and naturally outside. Come join us this evening for a girl's night out!  I want you to be my guest and celebrate with me, my new inspiration! Complimentary tea, sweets and savories. I'm hosting this at my tea boutique, Tea At Home With Olivia.

 

As my guest, I just need to know if you would like to attend. If you would like to attend please email info@teaathomewitholivia.com

 

I'm hosting so there's no fee! Just bring yourself or a friend!

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Introduction to Botanical Watercolors & Tea

Beginning Level

Instructor: Carol Salyers

Tuesday July 14, 2009

6:30 p.m - 9:30 p.m.

 

Workshop Description

This fun and fascinating class will cover the basic fundamentals of using a detailed and controlled approach to botanical watercolors. The lush botanical environment of our garden can be used as your inspiration and motivation. Paper, water, pigment, and brushes are the four variables that will be explored. You'll learn and practice important skills and techniques to create beautiful work. Enjoy complimentary tea and refreshments.

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Part ll "Let the Stress Reduction Continue!" Workshop & Tea

Want to Look and Feel Great this Summer?

 

Workshop Description

Join us for this fun part II workshop. Diana Fletcher, life coach, author, and stress-reducing expert, will present this part II fun and informative workshop.

 

Learn how to:

• Learn more ways to become healthy and fit by reducing your stress.
• Share what you learned from your 2-day food tracking (where do you want to make changes?)
• Incorporate manageable action steps into your daily life (Including how to say "No" to stress and "Yes" to Yourself.)
• Listen to your thoughts and discover how to change the negative to positive!

Complimentary tea and delicious healthy hors d'oeuvres will be served. This evening will be relaxing, informative, and enjoyable, and all participants will leave with personalized action plans.

 

Wednesday July 8, 2009

6:30 p.m - 8:00 p.m.

Please email info@teaathomewitholivia.com or go to www.TeaAtHomeWithOlivia.com to register for any event.

Classes & Workshops at 'Tea At Home With Olivia' Boutique

All classes and workshops are held at 'Tea At Home With Olivia' Boutique. Complimentary tea and refreshments served at each class. Space is limited, so please reserve early. All classes require pre-registration online or location. Look to our website for more updates on new classes.

Click Here to register

Need more information please contact at info@teaathomewitholivia.com
Tea Class Policy Click Here

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Stamped Precious Metal Clay Mini Workshop
Beginning Level
Instructor: Cheryl Roberts of Ligonier's Loft
Wednesday May 20, 2009
6:30 p.m - 9:30 p.m.

Workshop Description
This workshop teaches pmc basics. Use stamps or textured objects and different techniques to create original silver charms. Prepares the beginner to learn the more advanced techniques in the other charm workshops. You'll finish this workshop with one to six or more completed projects. Complimentary tea and goodies. Each workshop participant will receive a coupon for a free 2 hour open studio session at Ligonier's Loft.

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Crochet Class Beginning Level
Instructor: Delores Sowinski
Tuesday June 2, 2009
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Class Description
Are you looking for a fun, easy and trendy new hobby? Crocheting is cool! In this class, you'll learn basic crochet techniques. You'll finish the course with one or two completed projects. Also, come away with the ability to make many more! The course fee includes all supplies, and complimentary tea with goodies! Delores has over 41 years experience in crocheting. She's the former owner of the well know Dolly's Knitting Machines & Yarns. There is the possibility of an intermediate course during the Summer.

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"Reducing Stress and Looking Good!" Workshop
Want to Feel Great this Summer?
Want to Look Great this Summer?

Workshop Description
Join us for this fun workshop. Diana Fletcher, life coach, author, and stress-reducing expert, will present a fun, informative workshop.

Learn how to:
Take realistic action to feel healthy and fit
Lose weight by reducing your stress
Incorporate manageable action steps in your daily life
See what patterns are sabotaging your plans

Complimentary tea and delicious healthy hors d'oeuvres provided. This evening will be relaxing, informative, and enjoyable, and all participants will leave with personalized action plans, along with a summer gift goodie bag.

Wednesday June 10, 2009
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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Signature Design Class
Interior Designer: Marcia Tucci

Date: Tuesday June 23, 2009
6:30 p.m.
 
We had such a fun filled evening last year with this design class! That's why we couldn't wait to ask Marcia back! Marcia is the owner of Signature Designs of Greensburg, PA. On this evening she'll share her designer secrets and tips! Complimentary tea and refreshments will be served.

Purple Rose Tearoom News

We have some exciting news about upcoming events at the Purple Rose
Tearoom. First, we will be having our Mother's Day Celebration on
Saturday, May 2nd from 11AM - 1:30PM. Make your reservation for an early
day out with Mom.

And starting Friday, May 8th, you will no longer need reservations to stop
by on Fridays! We will be open from 11AM - 4PM. Reservations will still
be necessary on Saturdays.

Finally, the Purple Rose Tearoom will be closed on April 24th and 25th
while we prepare for our upcoming events.

Purple Rose Tearoom
4316 Penn Ave @ 44th St
Pittsburgh PA 15224
(412) 687-2301

Lawrenceville Blossom Tour

Just a reminder that the Lawrenceville Blossom Tour is this coming
weekend. The Purple Rose Tearoom will be open on Friday, April 17th from
11:00AM - 2:30PM, and on Saturday, April 12th from 11:00AM - 4:00PM. No
reservations needed--just stop by, enjoy some tea, and pick up your packet
of seeds.

Purple Rose Tearoom
4316 Penn Ave @ 44th St
Pittsburgh PA 15224
(412) 687-2301

Stamped Precious Metal Clay & Tea Mini Workshop

Beginning Level

Instructor: Cheryl Roberts of Ligoniers Loft

 

Wednesday May 20, 2009

6:30 p.m - 9:30 p.m.

 

Workshop Description

This workshop teaches pmc basics. Use stamps or textured objects and different techniques to create original silver charms. Prepares the beginner to learn the more advanced techniques in the other charm workshops. You'll finish this workshop with one to six or more completed projects. Complimentary tea and goodies. Each workshop participant will receive a coupon for a free 2 hour open studio session at Ligoniers Loft.

 

What is Precious Metal Clay or PMC?

PMC is a putty like material that contains fine silver particles and a binder. This material can be formed to create silver jewelry. After the PMC is formed and dried, it is fired in a kiln to burn out the binder and fuse the silver particles. The jewelry is then tumbled, polished and finished. The result is an original pure silver (99.9% silver) creation.

 

Location: Tea At Home With Olivia Boutique

 

Fee: $24.00 plus material cost

Must pay $24.00 fee in advance online or at location. Material cost may be paid the evening of the workshop.

Class is limited. Please reserve your space now.

 

Material List:

28 gram PMC + $44.00

1 silver jump link for each charm .25 cents each

finishing papers $3.50

 

More information & Workshop Schedule

Ligonier's Loft Art Studio & Worshop Center

Lawrenceville Blossom Tour and more!

Join us as we welcome in Spring with the Lawrenceville Blossom Tour!
Visit the participating businesses and pick up free packs of seeds to
start your garden. The Purple Rose Tearoom will be open without
reservations, so please stop by. Our hours during the Blossom Tour will
be Friday, April 17th from 11:00 - 2:30, and Saturday, April 18th from
11:00 - 4:00. See the attached flier for the other participating
businesses and their hours.

Also, the Purple Rose Tearoom is on Facebook! If you'd like to check us
out and become a fan, here's the address:

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/pages/Pittsburgh-PA/Purple-Rose-Tearoom/73857029953

Purple Rose Tearoom
4316 Penn Ave @ 44th St
Pittsburgh PA 15224
(412) 687-2301

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Last chance for chocolate!

Its been a fun and tasty chocolate month, but it will be coming to an end
this Saturday. So if you haven't joined us for chocolate scones,
chocolate desserts and chocolate teas, this is your last chance until next
year. We're taking reservations on Friday and Saturday between 11:00 and
1:30. Hope to see you there!

Purple Rose Tearoom
4316 Penn Ave @ 44th St
Pittsburgh PA 15224
(412) 687-2301
www.purplerosetearoom.com

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Purple Rose Tearoom Celebration of Chocolate

February is here, and so is our month of chocolate! Join us at the Purple
Rose Tearoom as we pay tribute to everyone's favorite flavor. We will be
having our annual Celebration of Chocolate on Friday, February 6th and
Saturday, February 7th. We will be accepting reservations from 11:00 AM
through 1:30 PM both days. Join us for chocolate scones, chocolate
desserts, and chocolate teas! This year's tea selection includes
chocolate mint, decaf chocolate hazelnut, Valentine's blend (chocolate and
rose petals), and German chocolate cake. Come and indulge!

Purple Rose Tearoom
4316 Penn Ave @ 44th St
Pittsburgh PA 15224
(412) 687-2301

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The Herbal Gourmet

The Herbal Gourmet has been a home-based business specializing in organic caffeine free teas & gourmet herb blends plus accessories and gift items, but in 2009 is adding some new opportunities to learn about, experience and use - teas, herbs and gourmet herb gardening - the three focal areas of the business.

 

Information is now available from two sources online - the website at www.theherbalgourmet.com featuring the "Herb of the Month" and our new blog at www.theherbalgourmet.blogspot.com featuring a hodgepodge of information weekly on tea, herbs and gardens.  Sign-up for our e-Newsletter for links plus a tip and recipe each month.

 

There is a new "Sample of the Month" club available too – THG Sampler.  It is a combination of information from the three existing clubs on the focal areas which include a newsletter with tips and recipes or garden ideas plus a sample of tea, herbs or seeds which are mailed to members each month with an annual subscription.  All four are great for special gifts or just to treat yourself! 

 

Several entertaining and educational presentations can be provided by The Herbal Gourmet for groups of all sizes along with a tea tasting or herb demonstration.  A complete list of topics can be obtained on our website or contact us at 724-735-4055 for a list plus additional information or fees.  Custom presentations are also available upon request.

 

Finally, we have added new "gatherings" to our hands-on classes this year which are less expensive but still provide an atmosphere for friendship and inspiration while learning how to use teas and herbs in creative ways plus how to add them to your daily lives and gardens.

 

The Herbal Gourmet

548 S Main St

Harrisville, PA  16038

 

The Fresh Cup Cafe

Events at The Fresh Cup Cafe   210 W. Main St.,  Saxonburg, PA  16056   724-352-8181:   Thursday evenings at 6:00-  Tea Classes  Each class is independent, so no fear if you missed any.  We will discuss tea regions and types, tea  history and etiquette, tea in health, play TEAGO, enjoy a full tea, and taste teas each event!!  $8 per class includes lots of tea, scone and tidbits to eat!!  Our textbook is available for sale also.  Call 724-352-8181   COFFEE  with Nathan CLASS: The second Monday of each month Nathan will teach you about coffee regions, different roasts, different tastes!  Please call ahead.  $ 9 for lots of coffee, sweets and chocolate- make your reservation at 724-352-8181.

Welcome!

Welcome to the Western PA Tea Business Association! This is a resource for all of those who love tea. Stop by to see what's happening with our members. Find out about special events and more. Check the blog frequently, as exciting things are always brewing. You can visit our individual websites with the links on the left.