The Working Waterfront

Island Institute hosts Downton Abbey tea on Jan. 30

Proceeds benefit food pantry

Staff Writer
Posted 2016-01-12
Last Modified 2016-01-12

On Saturday, Jan. 30 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., as part of the Pies on Parade weekend activities in Rockland, the Island Institute at 386 Main Street will welcome Downton Abbey fans to drop by for a cup of tea, finger sandwiches and teacakes served on fine china by Island Institute staff dressed in period attire. Guests will also have a chance to win a gift basket filled with teatime goodies and Downton Abbey-related items.

The event is free for Pies on Parade ticketholders; there is a suggested donation of $5 for other guests, and all proceeds will go to the Area Interfaith Outreach Food Pantry.