By Barbara Scott
Staff Writer
The Caribou Public Library was the scene of a mystical Mad Hatter Tea Party, hosted by Jean Shaw, children’s librarian and other library staff members, assisted by area Girl Scout volunteers.
One always executes proper manners and extends the little finger when sipping tea. At left, Victoria Leavitt, sips her tea as she sits next to the guest of honor, the Mad Hatter, at the recent library tea. The special guest also happens to be Miss Leavitt’s father, Wade.
Guest of honor at the afternoon tea was none other than — the Mad Hatter himself — straight from the children’s classic book, “Alice in Wonderland.”
The young ladies enjoyed tea and delicacies while socializing with friends old and new, as well as sharing the special time with their favorite dolls who were also invited to the tea party.
Young ladies of all ages accepted the invitation to the Mad Hatter Tea Party, enjoying a calming cup of tea during an afternoon filled with socializing and music.
Special entertainment included singing “Happy Birthday,” to a number of the young guests and then singing, the “Un-birthday,” song honoring everyone else who attended the Feb. 23 event.
Jessica Leavitt, left, and her Mom Jill, shared a spot of tea during the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party held at the Caribou Library.
Anna Thibodeau enjoyed the Mad Hatter Tea Party at the Caribou Library, sharing the event with her special doll.
Jean Shaw, children’s librarian was dressed up to fit the theme of the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, as she hosted the event on Feb. 23 at the Caribou Public Library.
Katlyn Jandreau and her little friend dined on tea and pastries during the Mad Hatter Tea Party, hosted by the Caribou Public Library on Feb. 23.
Caitlyn Jackson was a guest at the recent Mad Hatter Tea Party, enjoying tea and cupcakes with other friends.
