Quiet Joy In Chinese Tea Ceremony

To celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Shirdellah Groulx presented the Chinese Tea Ceremony at PCR, May 4^th, AR, May, 5^th, Beaches, May 18^th, and at UPK, May 25^th; attendance was 8 at PCR and 10 each at the other locations. Shirdellah first explained the ceremony, then served tea the Chinese traditional way with a background of relaxing Asian music. She said, "The customers and I shared a quiet joy as we conversed about tea, the Tao, etc. I received many compliments, such as the ceremony was unique, interesting, and refreshing. Three customers at UPK expressed their gratitude because they felt the true meaning of the ceremony which is peace."