22-42 People in Your Party (Entire Library)
Host/Hostess Tips:
Due to the unique nature of our parlor-type seating areas and their arrangements (couches and lower tea tables), parties of 22 to 42 people will need to reserve the entire Library; doing this ensures that the group has adequate room for all guests.
IF your party increases in size: At this time we cannot accommodate groups more than 42 in one room. Increasing the party to more than 42 would mean booking the entire tearoom; if this is the case, please call us.
RSVP Tip #1: When you are reserving, please reserve for the total number of possible attendees (i.e. the total number of invitations you are sending); we can adjust downwards far easier than we can adjust upwards, often because closer to the reserved date the entire tearoom is booked solid.
RSVP Tip #2: We care very much that our guests are comfortable and at ease when they come to tea, so please think about the guests in your party, and advise us if anyone might need extra personal room. (Our maximum number for each seating area is based upon an average measurement of 20 to 22 inches in width.)
RSVP Tip #3: The larger the group, the longer the advance notice required. If you try to book a party of 17 to 21 people two weeks out, the chances are very good that there will not be room.
Payment Tip: We try to ensure that the Host or Hostess's experience with tea is as pleasant as their guests', and we have discovered from all our years of experience that the easiest way to pay is for the Host or Hostess to collect payment from each attendee as their RSVP, which also ensures they will not be a "Positive RSVP/No-Show." Also, please keep in mind that the number you gave one week before the event date is the number for which you will be billed.
Due to the unique nature of our parlor-type seating areas and their arrangements (couches and lower tea tables), parties of 22 to 42 people will need to reserve the entire Library; doing this ensures that the group has adequate room for all guests.
IF your party increases in size: At this time we cannot accommodate groups more than 42 in one room. Increasing the party to more than 42 would mean booking the entire tearoom; if this is the case, please call us.
RSVP Tip #1: When you are reserving, please reserve for the total number of possible attendees (i.e. the total number of invitations you are sending); we can adjust downwards far easier than we can adjust upwards, often because closer to the reserved date the entire tearoom is booked solid.
RSVP Tip #2: We care very much that our guests are comfortable and at ease when they come to tea, so please think about the guests in your party, and advise us if anyone might need extra personal room. (Our maximum number for each seating area is based upon an average measurement of 20 to 22 inches in width.)
RSVP Tip #3: The larger the group, the longer the advance notice required. If you try to book a party of 17 to 21 people two weeks out, the chances are very good that there will not be room.
Payment Tip: We try to ensure that the Host or Hostess's experience with tea is as pleasant as their guests', and we have discovered from all our years of experience that the easiest way to pay is for the Host or Hostess to collect payment from each attendee as their RSVP, which also ensures they will not be a "Positive RSVP/No-Show." Also, please keep in mind that the number you gave one week before the event date is the number for which you will be billed.
Prices, including tax and 18% tip, are:| Tuesday-Friday | Saturday | ||
| Adults | $35.32 per person | $36.57 per person | |
| Children | $24.07 per person | $25.32 per person |
Deposit of 50% is required to book the reservation. This will be charged when you give your final number 5 business days before the event.
Seating Times: Tuesday-Saturday at 11:00 am, 1:30 pm, and 4:00 pm, plus 6:30 pm Thursday-Saturday. Additional 6:30 seatings may be available during holiday seasons.
Reservations: We require a credit card to guarantee your reservation. A Contract is required for all parties of 11 or more. Why do we require a contract? Every party we serve has special needs, and the contracts set out very clearly, in black and white, what needs to be done for each party, and what is expected. This ensures that no surprises greet the host or hostess when they arrive for tea. To make your reservation, please call 505-242-3752.Final Number Deadline is 5 Business Days prior to the event date. Whatever number is settled on at this time will be the number of full teas billed the day of your event, regardless of how many attend.
Bill Splits: A combination of up to 3 Credit Cards may be used to pay the bill for a party of 17 to 21 people. We have found that the smoothest bill transactions occur when the host or hostess collects payment from all attendees ahead of time, and consolidates it for the bill.
Please note that if your party increases in size close to the date of your reservation, we may not be able to accommodate the increase.
Cancellation: Please let us know 5 Business Days or more in advance if you need to cancel your whole party (to avoid a $300 failure-to-cancel fee.)
Menu Options: If some of your guests need Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Nut Free, or Double Savory menu upgrades ($1-$2 additional per person), we must know the final number of each at least 48 hours (two business days) prior to your reservation date. No substitutions beyond the menu upgrades, no exceptions. View a list of ingredients for our current menu.
Children: Please see our guidelines for coming to tea with children.
Gift Table: Please let us know when you make your reservation if you need a table to hold gifts.
Speaker: If you wish to have a speaker for your group, we do require that the entire library be reserved. This ensures that no other parties are in the library who might overhear your speaker. Room Fees of $100 to $300 may apply, if fewer than 36 people attend a full library event. This fee can be avoided by seating your party in the Tea Terrace outside (downstairs) or the Roof Deck outside (upstairs).
Handicap Access: Please call us so that we can ensure your comfort.
Seating Areas Available for your Group: The entire Library