SEARSPORT – For the second year in a row, Carver Memorial Library is unable to host the Annual Spring Tea, not only a popular tradition but also a major fundraiser for the Library. This year, in the spirit of the Spring Tea, the Library is having a Spot of Tea Fundraiser that allows you to celebrate Spring and support the Library in your own way. This special fundraiser will specifically benefit beautification of the Carver Memorial Library grounds.

There are donation levels of all kinds, including a fun Tea for Two packet and opportunities for a private tea party. Please RSVP with your donation. The deadline for the Spot of Tea fundraiser is May 6.

Tea for Two: for a donation of $10 or more, you will receive:

two servings of a specially-chosen tea
details about the tea variety
a recipe for the best scones you ever tasted (from Kendra Newcombe)
a literary snippet
acknowledgement letter
the good feeling that an act of kindness brings
Morning Tea: For a donation of $25 or more, you will receive:

Tea for Two, plus:

metal Carver Memorial Library bookmark (while supplies last)
Carver notecards (an assortment 6 notecards with pictures of the library from 1910-2010)
a coupon for the Coastal Café in Searsport for “tea for two": 2 fresh-daily pastries and 2 small coffees or teas. Take out or enjoy your tea indoors or outside in their new patio seating area.

Afternoon Tea: for a donation of $200 or more, you will receive:

A special tea party at the home of Marge Knuuti for up to 6 people. An afternoon tea at a mutually arranged time when it’s safe to meet inside. Tea will include tea, scones, assorted sandwiches, and desserts in a beautiful and quiet setting. The afternoon tea party is limited to the first three reservations, RSVP early! Please call ahead to verify availability (207-548-2303). A great opportunity for a group of friends to enjoy tea together.

Please include your name, your mailing address, your preference of mail or library pickup, and your donation. You can donate by mail, in person at the library (cash, check, credit card), or on our website (with your PayPal account or guest checkout) at www.carverlibrary.org/tea. Your tea will be mailed out/ready for pickup within a week.

All participants will be entered in a drawing for a Gourmet Tea Basket featuring local goodies, tea, chocolate, a $40 gift certificate to the Coastal Café, and more. The winner of the basket will be drawn on May 7, and it can only be picked up in person at the library or curbside.