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Mill Town Tea: Ladybug Tea 6/27/24

Jun 27, 2024

Treated to a festive atmosphere of Ladybug spots everywhere, our attendees were welcomed by Ladybug Music Festival founder, Gayle Dillman.

Ladybug Tea! June 27, 2024. We celebrated the Ladybug Music Festival coming to Ellicott City that weekend. Tea coordinator presenting to attendees.

Ladybug Tea! June 27, 2024. We celebrated the Ladybug Music Festival coming to Ellicott City that weekend. Tea coordinator presenting to attendees.

This music festival slated to be held the next day in Downtown Ellicott City is a 100% all-female led band event begun in 2012 in Wilmington, Delaware. This was the first time the festival has come to Ellicott City.

Ladybug Music Festival Flyer/Menu

Ladybug Music Festival Flyer/Menu

Our participants enjoyed their tea, scones, sweets and sandwiches as Gayle described the founding of this unique event. We look forward to more Ladybug Festivals.

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