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.
HEY, BUDDIES
The fall session of the Port Moody Public Library Book Buddies will run on Saturday mornings through Dec. 10.
This free program helps children in Grades 2 to 4 improve their reading skills through weekly practice sessions. Children are paired with trained teen mentors for 40 minutes of shared reading and learning games.
The Book Buddies program focuses on helping children become confident and enthusiastic readers. Teen buddies work with their little buddies to build basic skills using fun and effective techniques. Kids choose the books they read and win fun prizes for their progress.
If your child is having difficulty with reading, or if they just need a bit of extra practice and motivation, Book Buddies can help. Register by calling 604-469-4577 or in person at the library information desk.
For more information and times, visit www.library.portmoody.ca.
