East West Crossings - A State College Tea Shop and Cafe

Sign the IndieBound Declaration — Support Independent Bookstores

statecollegecafe — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:20:11 +0000

IndieBound is a socially-conscious movement in support of independent businesses and shopping locally, starting with Indie bookstores. It’s about raising awareness, it’s about reaching out, and it’s about taking pride in your community.

Go to the link at www.indiebound.org to find Indie bookstores – you’ll see East-West Crossings right at the top of the list for State College!

If you agree, sign the Declaration of IndieBound that begins with:

“When in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for individuals to denounce the corporate bands which threaten to homogenize our cities and our souls, we must celebrate the powers that make us unique and declare the causes which compel us to remain independent…”

Get great book recommendations from IndieBound retailers all over the country!

And remember – East West Crossings can order any book that’s in print and have it here within 2 business days – with no shipping charges to you! Give us a chance to earn your business and your support – check out book recommendations and then call or email us at info@eastwestcrossings.com

Thanks for all your support – our mission, like all those who have joined IndieBound is…”to band together with like-minded folks across the country to celebrate our independent natures, our free-thinking retailers and our unique communities.”

Eat. Sleep. Read. Celebrate independents in your community!

statecollegecafe — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:43:58 +0000

Hello Everyone!

Continuing with our IndieBound Festival this week, we are pleased to announce that, this Friday from 6 to 8 p.m., Murphy’s Junction will perform for the first time at East-West Crossings – playing Bluegrass, Old Time and Country music. The band members are: Lori Brooks, Glenn Decker, Leslie Dyer, Bryan Homan, and Gwen Stimely. So come, clap your hands and welcome this new addition to our Friday series!

On Saturday, we have a packed schedule of local talent for all to enjoy:

At 11:00 a.m., Fran MacEachren will be giving the second lecture on her current quilt exhibit, “Earth, Water, Sky.” This time, Fran will be explaining the techniques and methods used to create landscape and floral quilts. Those who attended last week’s lecture were very enthusiastic and appreciative of Fran’s artistic talent and insights.

At noon, Ken Hull will be available to sign his book, Going Local. He will also be doing a brief presentation about writing and self-publishing his book. Ken’s book has been a best-seller in Centre County for the past year – come learn some of the secrets of how he succeeded with this project.

Finally, at 1:30, Birjoo Vaishnav will be playing relaxing melodies on the Indian flute.

We hope you can join us on Friday and Saturday as we continue to spotlight local authors and artists.

Look for more upcoming events on our website!

Your local independent bookseller and tea café

East West Crossings

Eat. Sleep. Read.

Celebrate independents in your community!

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Our HIGH TEA TIME and SPECIAL LUNCHES continue on Sundays. We are now taking reservations for seatings on next Sunday, September 14th . Please call 234-8810

Sunday High Teas and Special Lunches

A weekly high-tea offering with tea sandwiches, scones, dessert dainties & fresh fruits.
Special Sunday Lunch
Every Sunday
12.00pm – 4.00pm
$15.95 per person

Thank you for your support.

Joy and Ranadhir Mitra

Weekend of June 6th, 7th and 8th at East-West Crossings Books, Teas and Arts – State College, PA

statecollegecafe — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:27:31 +0000

Hello Everyone!

It is very pleasant now by the creek. Come and enjoy our deck seating!

New at East-West Crossings:

We are starting our Sunday High Teas and Special Lunches from next Sunday, June 8. We’ll send you a separate note with details about that.

Also, the first meeting of the “Tea Lovers Club” will be on Sunday, June 15 from 2 to 3 PM. A new tea will be introduced then. To sign up for a special Tea Lovers mailing please write to: info@eastwestcrossings.com

Upcoming Music:

On Friday, June 6 from 6 to 8 PM our musical evening will feature the percussion group Tr-HANDS-formation led by Carol Lindsay.

Members include Chris Bittner, Jennifer Bittner, Charles Brooks, Marty Gillespie, Alexa Krepps. Special guest musician: Cathy Herrera on flute.

Other upcoming events:

Zen Steps to Parenting your Children through Divorce:
Creating Moments of Healing

A mini workshop facilitated by Rana Glick, LMFT, and Barbara Ziff, LCSW, offered on Sunday, June 15 from 4 to 5:30 PM

(at a cost of $30 per person).

Contact info@eastwestcrossings.com or call 234-8810 to reserve your seat and a cup of specialty tea.

Helen Restall’s photographs are on exhibit until June 30.

Come visit us soon!

Joy and Ranadhir Mitra

June High Teas and Tea Lovers 1st meeting – Music and much More at East-West Crossings Books, Teas and Arts

statecollegecafe — Wed, 28 May 2008 18:32:40 +0000

Hello Everyone!

It looks like the sunshine is back and along with that, new beginnings!

New at East-West Crossings:

Starting Sunday, June 8, from noon to 4 PM we’ll offer Sunday High Teas and Special Lunches. High Tea with scones, dessert dainties, fruit and other goodies. Special lunch menu.

Call us for reservations.

Also, every third Sunday of each month we’ll host a monthly Tea Tasting. First meeting of this “Tea Lovers Club” will be on Sunday, June 15 from 2 to 3 PM. A new tea will be introduced every month. To sign up for a special Tea Lovers mailings please write to: info@eastwestcrossings.com

Upcoming Music:

On Friday, May 30 from 6 to 8 PM—Doug Irwin and Nat Johnson will be here again with their guitars and golden voices. They will be joined by Kerri Smith—another singer and newcomer to East-West Crossings.

On Friday, June 6 from 6 to 8 PM our musical evening will feature the percussion group Tr-HANDS-formation.

Members include Chris Bittner, Jennifer Bittner, Charles Brooks, Marty Gillespie, Alexa Krepps and Carol Lindsay. Special guest musician:

Cathy Herrera on flute.

Other upcoming events:

Zen Steps to Parenting your Children through Divorce:
Creating Moments of Healing

A mini workshop facilitated by Rana Glick, LMFT, and Barbara Ziff, LCSW, offered on Sunday, June 15 from 4 to 5:30 PM

(at a cost of $30 per person).

Contact info@eastwestcrossings.com or call 234-8810 to reserve your seat and a cup of specialty tea.

Helen Restall’s photographs are on exhibit until June 30.

Come visit us soon!

Joy and Ranadhir Mitra

May 2008 Live Music and Helen Restall Art Exhibit at East-West Crossings Books, Teas and Arts – State College, PA

statecollegecafe — Wed, 21 May 2008 15:25:08 +0000

Hello Everyone!

It’s hard to tell where all the sunshine went. So it is our responsibility to find compensation and regeneration in our own way!

For music:

The Hot Teapots are back this Friday evening, May 23—from 6 to 8. Several of the band members, along with MaryJo, Gretchen and TK were seen jamming at East-West Crossings last Saturday afternoon.

On Friday, May 30 from 6 to 8 PM—Doug Irwin and Nat Johnson will be here again with their guitars and wonderful voices. They will be joined by Kerri Smith—another singer and newcomer to East-West Crossings.

On Friday, June 6 from 6 to 8 PM our musical evening will feature the percussion group Tr-HANDS-formation.

Members include Chris Bittner, Jennifer Bittner, Charles Brooks, Marty Gillespie, Alexa Krepps and Carol Lindsay.

Special guest musician: Cathy Herrera on flute.

Other upcoming events:

Zen Steps to Parenting your Children through Divorce:
Creating Moments of Healing

A mini workshop facilitated by Rana Glick, LMFT, and Barbara Ziff, LCSW, offered on Sunday, June 15 from 4 to 5:30 PM

(at a cost of $30 per person).

Contact info@eastwestcrossings.com or call 234-8810 to reserve your seat and a cup of specialty tea.

Helen Restall’s photographs are up—with a few more to be added!

Come visit us soon!

Joy and Ranadhir Mitra

1st Year Anniversary – East-West Crossings Books, Teas and Arts – State College, PA

statecollegecafe — Wed, 14 May 2008 15:20:15 +0000

Dear Friends!

You have supported us wonderfully for over a year now, and yet we haven’t had a chance to celebrate with you the many good days we have shared at East West Crossings during the past year.

Looking forward, we want to celebrate this wonderful greening of spring- and we look forward to another year of building community – one conversation at a time.

Please join us at our Grand Opening Anniversary Party next Saturday, May 17 from noon to six when we’ll once again spend a day with tea passports and stations, food and live music, steeped in good conversation.

To thank you, we will be discounting nearly everything in our shop and will be serving some very special teas and gourmet dainties!

We’ll also introduce our summer menu, hold a book sale and drawings for door prizes.

To mark the occasion, we’ll start the day’s activities at 11 AM with storytelling for children of all ages.

We’ll get more details about the day on our website before then.

Again, on May 17, please join us to celebrate our time with you, and our continuing friendship. As we say every day, “Come warm your spirit, find your center, and enjoy conversation with friends old and new!”

With warm regards,

Joy and Ranadhir Mitra

Live music on Friday, May 16, 6 to 8 PM

Mostly the Beatles!

“Beatles for Beagles” with the Suzuki Kids

Songs by the incomparable MaryJo Mattea

Mother’s Day Tea Parties and Anniversary Celebration at East West Crossings Books. Teas and Arts – State College, PA

statecollegecafe — Thu, 08 May 2008 12:11:22 +0000

Hello Everyone!

Just reminding you about some of the upcoming events and closings:

Mother–Daughter and Girlfriend Teas

On Saturday, May 10th we’ll host two seatings of Mother-Daughter and Girlfriend tea parties – at 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Treat yourself to delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, summer salads, fresh fruit and dessert dainties, with special treats for all.

We still have openings. Please call 814-234-8810 for reservations. ($15 per adult; $10 per child)
Makes a great gift!

EAST-WEST CROSSINGS WILL BE CLOSED
MOTHERS DAY, MAY 11

Friday May 9th: NO MUSIC Shop Open 10-6

East-West Crossings First Anniversary Party

Saturday, May 17 from noon to 6 we will celebrate the first anniversary of our opening.
We will have tea stations, tea passports, door prizes, live music and much conversation.
We will also be introducing our new summer menu, filled with ingredients that are light and tasty for your enjoyment.
On that day we will also inaugurate an exhibit of photographs by the Lemont photographer Helen Restall.

To view details about events at East-West Crossings, please visit our online calendar.

Thank you for your support

Joy and Ranadhir Mitra

Mother’s Day Event – Tea Parties and Other May Events at East West Crossings Books, Teas and Arts – State College, PA

statecollegecafe — Thu, 01 May 2008 14:47:59 +0000

Hello Everyone!

Just when you were getting used to sitting on the deck again, the weather has become fickle. But we are here—warm and cool!

We are pleased to announce several special events to celebrate spring:

Mother – Daughter and Girlfriend Teas
On Saturday, May 10^th we’ll host two seatings of Mother-Daughter and Girlfriend tea parties – at 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. – reservations required. Treat yourself to delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, summer salads, fresh fruit and dessert dainties, with special treats for all. ($15 per adult; $10 per child)
Makes a great gift!

East-West Crossings First Anniversary Party
Saturday, May 17 from noon to 6 we will celebrate the first anniversary of our opening. We will have tea stations, tea passports, door prizes, live music and much conversation. We will also be introducing our new summer menu, filled with ingredients that are light and tasty for your enjoyment. On that day we will also inaugurate an exhibit of photographs by Lemont photographer Helen Restall.

(The next e-mail and web update will have more about the Anniversary Party.)

Music in May:

This Friday, May 2—Hua Henry Wang will be back once more with his “magic guitar fingers” (audience reaction). We have missed him.

Also, Jennie Lavine will be performing her kind of clarinet magic the same evening. The program is from 6 to 8 as usual.

Friday, May 16, from 6 to 8,

we are presenting a unique evening of live music. “Beatles for Beagles” a group of Suzuki child musicians will perform first, followed by MaryJo (Mattea) Oster who returns with her guitar and songs after a couple of months.

Friday May 9th NO MUSIC

WE’LL BE CLOSED MOTHERS DAY, MAY 11.

Thank you for your support

Joy and Ranadhir Mitra

Special! Double Music Night: The Hot Teapots (Friday) – Indian Music and Dance Performance (Saturday) at East West Crossings Books, Teas and Arts – State College, PA

statecollegecafe — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 15:38:42 +0000

Hello Everyone!

It looks like we are warming up finally, and we are happy to see many of you back from hibernation days! From our deck you can now see the navigating ducks, and occasionally members of the bunny family—all friends of East-West Crossings.

This Friday, April 25, The Hot Teapots will be back—with their repertoire of jazz and swing music, along with surprises. 6 to 8 PM as usual.

This Saturday, April 26, also from 6 to 8 PM, we have a special evening of music and dance from India. Performances include example of folk, regional and pop music, along with examples of classical dance and vocal renditions. Please come and embrace the international character of State College.

Looking towards the month of May: On Saturday, May 10, we’ll host, by reservation, two “Mother-Daughter Tea Sessions”. Details will be posted on our website soon, and sent to you e-mail as well.

On Saturday, May 17, we’ll celebrate the first anniversary of our “Grand Opening”—with teas and snacks, music and stories. Thanks to your support, we are able to hold such an event. Again details will be posted on our website and sent to you by e-mail.

Please note these days as you mark your calendar.

Open Mike Night at East West Crossings Books, Teas and Arts – State College, PA

statecollegecafe — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 19:44:18 +0000

FRIDAY April 18 6-8 PM

AT EAST-WEST CROSSINGS
OPEN MIKE NIGHT
We Welcome
Acoustic, Folk, Jazz and International
Styles of Music—in the Spirit of Our
Warm Stones Café

Anyone Interested In Performing
Please Note: Sign Up Starts
At 5:30 PM
And Music Ends At 8 PM