This isn't your average cuppa but an ancient ritual.
Chado Urasenke Tankokai Vancouver Association will host a Japanese tea ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 22 at Coquitlam's Dogwood Pavilion.
From 10 a.m. to noon that day, members of the association, in kimono, will demonstrate the ceremonial preparation and presentation of matcha (powdered green tea). Participants will witness the formal preparation of tea and participate as guests. Tea and sweets will be served.
The fee to attend the tea ceremony is $5 and pre-registration is required. For more information and to pre-register, call 604-927-6098.
Dogwood Pavilion is a Coquitlam recreation centre for people 50 years and older. It's located at 624 Poirier St., near Centennial secondary school.
