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Afternoon Tea in the Presence of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Greater Midwest Foodways Alliance presents ...
Join us for Afternoon Tea in the Presence of
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Literary dramatist Leslie Goddard, PhD as Queen Elizabeth II.
Doors open at 12:00 pm, Tea service commences at 1:00 pm
Explore the life of the longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom. Observe her childhood as Princess Elizabeth, the
abdication of her Uncle Edward, accession of her father as King George VI, WWII volunteer services, marriage to Philip Mountbatten, and accession to the throne as Queen Elizabeth II.
Get to know the woman wearing the crown. How she successfully manages the demanding obligations of Queen, wife and mother with her savvy intelligence, sense of humor and dedication to country.
Leslie Goddard M.A., Ph.D., is an award winning actress and scholar who has been presenting history lectures and portraying famous women in history for more than 10 years. Goddard holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University, specializing in U.S. cultural history, American studies, and women's history as well as a master's degree in theater and in museum studies. A former museum director, she is the author of two books: Remembering Marshall Fields and Chicagos Sweet Candy History. She currently works full time as a historical interpreter, author and public speaker.
Our tables seat 10 guests. We will do our very best to arrange you are seated with your friends. Please advise by phone or e-mail if you have friends paying separately who will sit with you.
An early bird boutique will feature jewelry, hats, purses and accessories.
A live auction will be conducted to benefit Greater Midwest Foodways Alliance's State Fair Family Heirloom project.
We will serve High Tea catered by Gerri
High Tea Menu
First Course:
Scottish Smoked Salmon Pinwheels
Beef Tenderloin Triangles
Roast Turkey Triangles
Cucumber & Watercress Leaves
Egg Salad Rounds
Chicken Salad
Open-Faced Asparagus Rounds
Open-Faced French Brie with Cranberry Chutney
Second Course:
Homemade Raisin Scones w/ fresh lemon curd,
Strawberry preserves & Devonshire cream
Third Course:
Homemade Rhubarb & Apple Pie w/fresh cream
Fourth Course:
An assortment of Elegant Petit Fours & Pastries
Tea poured all afternoon.
Tickets: $60, at the door: $65 (if seating is available)
Your payment will confirm your reservation.
Seating or Questions? (312) 380-1665 or GreaterMidwestFoodways@gmail.com
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LocationHighland Park Community House (View)
1991 Sheridan Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
United States
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| Minimum Age: 10 |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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