Joliet Franciscans host annual tea
On April 28, the Joliet Franciscan Sisters hosted the 7th annual afternoon tea at the Jacob Henry Mansion in Joliet.
Over 175 women were in attendance. A lunch of tea sandwiches, fruit and a strawberry trifle were enjoyed by all.
The Joliet Dulcimer Society provided the entertainment for the afternoon with a variety of familiar tunes including a few patriotic numbers.
Committee member Marianne Murphy sells tickets to the Champagne Bar.
Plans for next year’s afternoon tea are already taking place. It will be held April 26, 2020 at the Jacob Henry Mansion.
From left: Mary Lancaster, State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, and Sister Sharon Frederick