New Seminars
Please Note - In consideration of covid health safety, we continue to space tables 6 feet apart. Groups attending together may sit together. Otherwise, we strive to keep some space between attendees.
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Give us your name and email address on the "Contact Us" page or email Laurie@greatfallsteagarden.com directly.
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All educational focused tea tasting seminars are from 1 - 3 pm with Certified Tea Specialist Chef Laurie Bell
at the historic Colvin Run Mill, 10017 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls, VA 22066
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Saturday, January 21, 2023 - Exploring Teas: Advanced Workshop - Test your tastebuds and tea knowledge as we taste a selection of teas "blind" in this fun and informative seminar. An exploration into unique teas - by process, terroir, and/or scarcity. Best for those who have attended past basic tea seminars, or are familiar with basic tea styles.. Tea infused treats and a take home tea sampler included. $45 per person USE ID Code BVN.8Z1T
~~ Registration for March Tea Seminars scheduled to open January 31, 2023 ~~
Saturday, March 4, 2023 - A World of Tea - This often requested seminar on the basics of tea is back! Learn about and taste teas from around the globe in its many styles - white, green, oolong, black and dark teas as well as the history and botanical aspects of the tea plant. Learn the best methods for brewing each style. Tea infused treats and a take home tea sampler included. $45 per person. USE ID Code OSY.L3R3
Saturday, March 25, 2023 - Exploring Teas: An Advanced Workshop - This popular seminar returns with all new mystery teas! Can you tell from its color, aroma, and taste the origin and style of each tea? A reveal and discussion of each tea's unique characteristics - whether by process, terroir, and/or scarcity - makes for a lively and informative seminar. Tea infused treats and a take home tea sampler included. $45 per person. USE ID CODE BVN.8XBG
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~ Some Additional Subjects for Customized Seminars ~
Rare and Unusual Teas; Bountiful Blacks
Teas,Traditions and Techniques; Cooking and Baking with Teas
Japanese Teas and the Cherry Blossom Festival
The Sweet Side of Tea: Pairing with Honey and Maple Syrup
Mystery of Pu Erh Teas
The Teas of Africa: North to South, East to West
What is Chai? Oolongs: Ancient to Modern
OR - create your own category!
Tea as a recipe ingredient will be discussed and tea treats sampled at each seminar. Every participant will go home with a tea sampler.
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** Registration Procedure **
is directly through Fairfax County Park Authority
several ways:
If you already have a Parktakes account, use the Catalog ID Class Codes (listed above) to register online. You can create your own account online at your convenience 24/7
Please note that the request for a date of birth when opening an online account is only to differentiate for childrens, adult, and seniors classes.
OR:
Talk to an Operator: 703-222-4664
Operators are standing by 9 a.m. - 4 p.m, Monday-Friday. For ease of reference, fill out a registration form before calling or have the Class Activity Codes and your credit card (VISA/MasterCard only) handy.
Fax It: 703-631-2004
VISA/MasterCard payments only. Sorry, but due to registration volume, the county cannot confirm fax receipt. Faxed registrations are processed beginning 9 am on the first day of registration. Faxed registrations received prior to the first day of registration will be held until that date.
Mail It
Mail registrations with check, VISA or MasterCard payment to: FCPA/Parktakes, P.O. Box 4606, Fairfax, VA 22038. Mailed registrations are processed beginning 9 a.m. on the first day of registration. Mailed registrations received prior to that date will be held until that date.
Print a registration form for reference when registering offline via telephone, fax, or mail.
Or call Colvin Run Mill 703-759-2771 for additional help in registering.
If a seminar should be full and you'd like to join a wait list, please email Laurie@greatfallsteagarden.com with the seminar name, date, number of attendees for the wait list, and a contact phone number.
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