cal tea leaves. Shaffer’s is a little secret in Delray, but is literally my newest obsession because I found that when I visited, my body was cloud-like comfortable and my being was euphoric, all with the help from a steaming mug of Heaven and Lil’ Miss Sunshine. The interior of the space, decorated with abstract paint colors and patterns, mismatched furniture and positive vibes, practically begs you to make yourself at home and try one of the 100 different types of tea from all over the globe. All tea is made with Goodwater, which is the purest water on earth (you’ll find it in the White House), and a portion of all sales goes toward providing clean, pure water around the world. Enjoy the Best Cookie Ever, Crazy Good Carrot Cake or something savory from their deliciously limited menu (where have you been all my life, Avocado Toast?), while you find your perfect tea combo. All signs point to yes for making my day bright, and I encourage you to sip, smile and stay awhile. An iced or hot mug of tea costs less than $5 and Jess G. makes a mean cup o’ tea so let her whip you up something special. Shaffer’s Tea Room is located at 14 S. Swinton Ave. Find Shaffer’s Tea Room on facebook or call (561) 865-7618 for more information.
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rab your ugly sweaters because it’s that time again! December is Universal Human Rights Month and we all have a right to enjoy the best that the holidays have to offer: cheer, happiness, giving of yourself to others, and celebrating another year well done. Delray has your December chock full of happenings so plan to party with Santa because it’s going to be a wild wonderland. The 100 foot Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is scheduled on Thursday, December 4 as part of the On the Ave Holiday Event and festivities begin at 5 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy music, art, food and fun along the Avenue, and don’t forget to take a picture with Santa and check out the inside of the tree. The Holiday Parade, held Saturday, December 13 at 6 p.m., is the best way to spread some holiday cheer along with thousands of your closest community members. Be sure to attend First Night 2015, which is a family friendly New Year’s Eve special event throughout downtown Delray and includes a fireworks finale at the Tennis Center at 9 p.m. and midnight. Cost is $10 per button (per person) when purchased in advance, and the button gets you access to all the happenings along the Avenue that begin at 4 p.m. Whatever your holiday pleasure, Delray has you covered! The 100 foot Christmas Tree is located at the Delray Beach Center for the Arts Pavilion (51 N. Swinton Ave.), and most activities are held along Atlantic Avenue. Visit www.100ftchristmastree. com or call (561) 2791380 for more information.
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