Thursday, November 1, 2012

Library Luncheon

On Tuesday I invited librarians from neighbouring schools to come to our school for a networking day. We started with an early coffee and chat then I had arranged for a local self-published bush poet to come and share his poetry with us. He also talked to us about the ups and downs of publishing your own book. Very interesting!!  Why is it that there is always someone ready to take advantage of you?? Thankfully the story ended well.
After morning tea our guest speaker had fun writing poetry with our students. I had prepared a power point presentation of my library displays from over the years and explained to my colleagues just how I had made them. Another librarian had also prepared a presentation which she shared with us all. It was such an inspiring day.
Lunchtime arrived and as my favourite thing to do is set a table I did just that. I received so many wonderful comments from the girls. I had covered books with black and white  paper for a display at the giftshop so they seemed perfect for a library lunch. Everything else I had either at home or at the beach house. It was a very simple lunch with finger food and  I had made individual desserts for everyone. Such a great day!
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This is the first time I have done anything like this and it was just fabulous.

Suzy


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30 comments:

  1. NancyNovember 1, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    Sounds like you had a blast, and you did fantastic on the table and the food looks soooo yummy!! You did great!

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  2. saritaNovember 2, 2012 at 12:57 AM

    Books,food and friends sounds perfect to me! Lovely tablescape. The food look delish! Thanks for sharing.

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  3. saritaNovember 2, 2012 at 12:58 AM

    Books,food and friends sounds perfect to me! Thank you for sharing pics of your table scape and food. It's all lovely.

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  4. MadonnaNovember 2, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    Beautiful! I love the individual trifles, and the flowers are gorgeous. Thanks for the ideas especially since the holidays will be here soon.

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  5. Susan FreemanNovember 2, 2012 at 7:58 AM

    Beautiful table! Everything looks so pretty and so delicious. I love those books too with their striking black covers!!

    Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  6. MarlisNovember 2, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    Well, you should certainly do this more often! You certainly set a gorgeous buffet. I am sure all the ladies had the best of times as your preparations made them feel very welcome I'm sure. Gorgeous.. xo marlis

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  7. UnknownNovember 2, 2012 at 10:50 AM

    Looks delish!!! Would love it if you could link up to my party Welcome Home Wednesday at www.vintageonadime.blogspot.com and if you could link back that would be awesome!!! I am a new blogger trying to get rollin!!!! Debbie:)

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  8. Mel@Mellywood's MansionNovember 2, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    The black and white just looks so elegant. beautiful buffet

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  9. UnknownNovember 2, 2012 at 8:16 PM

    What a fun event! Your white roses are so pretty. You should consider joining in for Fresh-Cut Friday! :)

    Your buffet is so yummy looking! :)

    ~Liz

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  10. Susan HawthorneNovember 3, 2012 at 10:36 PM

    Your food looks amazing - especially the dessert. Love the black and white. Susan at Romancing the Home

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  11. Stan and Jody GabaraNovember 3, 2012 at 11:48 PM

    Thanks for sharing your lovely luncheon on Simple & Sweet Fridays. Everything looks fantastic!

    Jody

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  12. Heather JacobNovember 4, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    wow this looks divine ... I bet you all had a fabulous time x

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  13. Chenille CottageNovember 6, 2012 at 1:28 PM

    My mouth was watering as I gazed at your delectable spread of nibbles. Oh, those sandwiches...Oh, I am getting hungry!
    Thanks for sharing your striking black and white table setting.
    Blessings,
    Carolynn

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  14. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageNovember 7, 2012 at 9:58 PM

    What a splendid table filled with treats, Suzy! The black and white is very interesting and perfect for your library theme. Thank you for sharing with us at Tea Time and coming to tea. Hope you have a lovely week.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  15. meandmr.comNovember 7, 2012 at 10:28 PM

    Looks like fun!
    -Melanie

    P.S. I'm hosting a $50 Shabby Apple Giveaway on my blog, you should come check it out!
    http://meandmr.com/post/35113285949/shabby-apple-50-giveaway

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  16. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeNovember 7, 2012 at 10:40 PM

    Wow, this is truly amazing. I love the decor and all the food looks delicious. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  17. Rosemary@villabarnesNovember 8, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    Your tablescape is beautiful, and the food....yummmm!

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  18. Alycia NicholsNovember 8, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    I'm going to hazard a guess that none of the others had EVER seen a set-up like this at a school? :-) I guessing they thought they might get a cracker and a wedge of cheese with a store-bought cookie on a paper napkin. But, NO! Suzy to the rescue! Wonderful job! I love the black & white color scheme (perfect for librarians since books are printed in black ink on white paper!), and the food all looks so fun! Great idea to cover the books! Very pretty, Suzy!!!

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  19. ellen bNovember 8, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    Suzy! Everything really looks great. I really like the black and white theme and the food all looks delicious!!

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  20. Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda GNovember 8, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    You did an amazing job setting the table! It's gorgeous! Love the pretty flowers and covered books! Did you make the food as well!? ...lovely! :)

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  21. PeggyNovember 8, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Just stopping by to invite you to My Wednesday Linky party. http://diycraftyprojects.com/2012/11/whatcha-work-up-wednesday-linky-party-7.html

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  22. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizNovember 8, 2012 at 10:37 PM

    Awesome! I bet you opened some eyes to new ideas! I'm super impressed that you went to all this effort and made the food!! You're hired!! Great job and I love the black and white elements!

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  23. MarigeneNovember 9, 2012 at 5:42 AM

    Lovely white and black table...the food looks delicious, too!

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  24. faythepennywisecottage.blogspot.comNovember 9, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    WOW..the black and white table setting is stunning....I just became a new follower.

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  25. Adorned From AboveNovember 9, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    Suzy,
    Your table was beautiful. What a treat for the visiting librarians. Thanks so much for sharing at Adorned From Above every week. I really appreciate it.
    Debi @ Adorned From Above

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  26. debraNovember 9, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    Everything looks so lovely! AND delicious!

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  27. Crystal GrandeurNovember 10, 2012 at 2:15 PM



    Hi your table looks so beautiful.....black and white go hand in hand.very inspiring.please do visit my block,thank you....:):):)

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  28. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of SuburbiaNovember 11, 2012 at 6:44 AM

    This is just stunning! You need to do it more often :)
    XO
    Kristin

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  29. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereNovember 14, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    Hi Suzy, Your table was lovely and I am sure your guest enjoyed the day. Thanks for linking to the Open House party.

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  30. KathyNovember 15, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    What a terrific idea for a library luncheon - the tablescape and the food look amazing - well done! I do appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

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