End Of School Brunch

Why an End of School Brunch post in July?  Well, it's very simple.  I just got to it.  And, I was putting together another brunch I did from last week and realized I never got to this one....soooo...here it is.

During the last school year I began subbing quite a bit at our boys' school.  It was such fun!  Being back in a school made me realize that I really did miss it.  Getting to know the kids, parents, teachers and staff better was such a gift.  Another gift was the friendships I made with the other subs.  They are the best!!  To celebrate the end of our year of working together, I wanted to treat them to a brunch during the final days of the school year. 

Because I was working so much, I had to keep the table simple.  The Enabler had given me the great toile cloth some time ago and I had been wanting to use it ever since.  The plates are Spode Bowpot in gray.  I've been watching for more on Ebay, but only see a cup and saucer ever now and then.  The napkins are the same pretty embroidered cotton napkins I got at an estate sale with The Enabler.  My silver is antique Gorham Chantilly received as a gift from my beloved Mrs. McGee.  We had iced tea in the Waterford Pallas Iced Beverage Glasses and mimosas in the Target champagne glasses.

For brunch we had Quiche Lorraine, Baby Blue Spinach & Strawberry Salad & Scones.

We had such fun talking and relaxing together that time got away from us!  It was getting near the time to pick up our kids from school so we had to end our time together.  As I'm writing this I can't help but be a little excited about school starting back.  Don't get me wrong, I LOVE the summer.  It is just that working with those ladies is such a treat.

 

Happy Summer Friends!!

Smiles!

Teacher Appreciation Brunch

A few weeks back, it was First Grade's turn to host the hospitality event for the teachers.

We chose to do a brunch...it's VERY early, but it is also over pretty quickly and you still have the rest of the day!

The year long theme is Our Teacher's Rock!

As you can see, we took the literal approach to the theme!

(The pictures were taken very quickly...we were still setting up when the teachers began to arrive!)

Each of the teachers was given a hand painted rock to take back to the classroom.

A big bag of these river rocks was purchased for less than $15 at Home Depot.

The mom that made them just used paint pens.  They turned out great!!

Each classroom was asked to bring food items...baked goods, egg casseroles, bacon/sausage, juice, fruit, etc.  Everyone really came through!!!

 We had a variety of egg dishes.  Some with meat and some without.  We also served Swiss Oatmeal.  You can barely see it to the right.  I had never heard of it before, but apparently this is something that is served every year to the delight of the teachers.  It's not too glamorous but apparently it is delicious!  I have the recipe and will post it soon.

 We kept the decor very organic...rocks & daisies.

Our color palette was yellow, white, gray and black.

Food labels were also a nice touch!

Not everything has to be homemade...donuts and bagels are always a treat!

There was plenty of fresh fruit for everyone!

 This French Toast Casserole was also a big hit.  Will add the recipe soon!

 Our bagel area had a variety of bagels & cream cheeses.  We also made sure to include a toaster!!

Our simple banner was made with doilies and ribbon!

Cute!

One mom generously donated a gift card to raffle to the teachers.

This was a great touch! 

We're so lucky to have such wonderful teachers!

Smiles!