Currently, we have no open public classes. However, if you are able to organize a group, we are accepting private sessions with just your child and his/her/their friend(s). Or, we offer 1:1 classes with the instructor and your child only. Fun and lifelong lessons with each class no matter which you choose! Contact us and we'll discuss these options.
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Past Classes
The Ultimate Un-Grinching Workshop!
Class, Charm and Confidence in Any Situation - 1, 2 or all 3 classes (See all topics listed on bottom of page) ~ 1 pm - 3 pm
Sat., Nov. 30th - Behavior in Social Situations
Sun., Dec. 1st - Conversation Skills
Sun., Dec. 8th - Table Manners
It's a competitive world and intelligence, alone, may not always get someone the success that they want. Social, Communication and Dining Skills are very important and matter more than people realize.
A friendly, welcoming, charismatic and empathetic child or adult tends to have more friends and more opportunities offered to them. Why not give your child the tools needed, now, so they are prepared for the future and have confidence now?
We make the lessons fun by dressing up, role-playing, doing crafts, playing games, singing and eating. Silliness abounds! Completion Certificate, workbooks, crafts, dress-up and lots of lifelong, essential lessons learned. All topics below.
Space is limited.
Instructor and children's book author, Lisa Butowsky, will make this entertaining and informative!
We also offer private 1:1 classes for a more personal experience.
Location: Sellersville, PA (Indian Valley Library, Pennridge Community Center, Perkasie or Instructor's home, Sellersville)
Fee: $120 per class, per child + food fee for dining class (TBD) We offer sibling discounts.
Register via tab above or call/email Lisa ([email protected]; 215-453-1432)
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March 10, 2024 - Doylestown Country Club - Dining Etiquette SOLD OUT
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We will cover topics listed below while having lots of fun with dress-up/role play, crafts, playing games and watching Miss or Mr. Mistake show us the unappealing ways of doing and saying things. Join our silly instructor who is also a published author of two children's books about Miss and Mr. Mistake!
Register on our website (in tabs above), email [email protected] or
call 215-453-1432 for more info.
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**Good News! Even if you live far from Perkasie, PA, you can still give the gift of 'charm' to your children. We travel up to 1-1/2 hrs. (travel fee TBD). Also, we collaborate with a nearby historic hotel where you and your family can stay comfortably and where we can conduct all our classes. It absolutely is possible for your child to have fun learning while on vacation. It's a vacation while learning etiquette - an "etiquattion!"
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Past Classes
The Ultimate Un-Grinching Workshop!
Class, Charm and Confidence in Any Situation - 1, 2 or all 3 classes (See all topics listed on bottom of page) ~ 1 pm - 3 pm
Sat., Nov. 30th - Behavior in Social Situations
Sun., Dec. 1st - Conversation Skills
Sun., Dec. 8th - Table Manners
It's a competitive world and intelligence, alone, may not always get someone the success that they want. Social, Communication and Dining Skills are very important and matter more than people realize.
A friendly, welcoming, charismatic and empathetic child or adult tends to have more friends and more opportunities offered to them. Why not give your child the tools needed, now, so they are prepared for the future and have confidence now?
We make the lessons fun by dressing up, role-playing, doing crafts, playing games, singing and eating. Silliness abounds! Completion Certificate, workbooks, crafts, dress-up and lots of lifelong, essential lessons learned. All topics below.
Space is limited.
Instructor and children's book author, Lisa Butowsky, will make this entertaining and informative!
We also offer private 1:1 classes for a more personal experience.
Location: Sellersville, PA (Indian Valley Library, Pennridge Community Center, Perkasie or Instructor's home, Sellersville)
Fee: $120 per class, per child + food fee for dining class (TBD) We offer sibling discounts.
Register via tab above or call/email Lisa ([email protected]; 215-453-1432)
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March 10, 2024 - Doylestown Country Club - Dining Etiquette SOLD OUT
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We will cover topics listed below while having lots of fun with dress-up/role play, crafts, playing games and watching Miss or Mr. Mistake show us the unappealing ways of doing and saying things. Join our silly instructor who is also a published author of two children's books about Miss and Mr. Mistake!
Register on our website (in tabs above), email [email protected] or
call 215-453-1432 for more info.
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**Good News! Even if you live far from Perkasie, PA, you can still give the gift of 'charm' to your children. We travel up to 1-1/2 hrs. (travel fee TBD). Also, we collaborate with a nearby historic hotel where you and your family can stay comfortably and where we can conduct all our classes. It absolutely is possible for your child to have fun learning while on vacation. It's a vacation while learning etiquette - an "etiquattion!"
Program topics
Our classes are not stuffy, note-taking sessions. The kids are out of their seats a lot and acting, playing, speaking, singing, etc. Your instructors are actors at heart, fun-loving and prepared to behave in a silly way which the kids enjoy!
Social Etiquette
Being comfortable in various social situations can ease the fear or awkwardness a child may feel. Lessons include:
Communication Skills
Knowing how to communicate properly builds self-esteem and leadership ability. Lessons include:
Table Manners
It is important for children to learn dining skills so they can be comfortable in any dining situation, whether at home, a friend’s house, a future job interview, or even the White House! Lessons include:
We practice all we have learned through interactive role-playing in costume, games, songs and crafts as time permits. And our friend, Miss Mistake™, visits to show us her poor manners by doing all the wrong things. We will learn, from Miss Mistake and Mr. Mistake, what not to do and we can help them do it right!
Girl Scout and Brownie Troops ~ did you know there are badges for "Making Friends," being a "Social Butterfly," and "Netiquette" (electronic etiquette)?
Cub Scouts ~ Manners Badge
Boy Scouts ~ Communications, Disability Awareness and Public Speaking merits. We can help you fulfill the requirements in a fun way!
Family investment is regularly $120 per 2-hour class for your first child ($100 for your second child and $80 for additional children) unless otherwise noted. Includes take-home workbook, craft materials, Completion Certificate after completion of all three classes and snack/food (unless food/other fee is specified). Private, one-on-one instruction is available for $75 additional per class. Group Investment per 2-hour class: $450 - up to 4 non-sibling kids; $550 - 5 to 7; $600 - 8 to 10 kids. Inquire about larger groups. Food fee extra and travel fees apply.
There is generally a limit of 6 children per class (exceptions on limit will be made for large groups or other private groups). There is a 50% deposit upon enrollment due to limited openings and/or advance food purchase and preparation. Refund Policy: Full refund of deposit if cancellation is within 7 days of class date; 50% refunded if we are given less notice since class size is limited. However, deposit can be put towards a future class date in either case. Balance due at class time.
Our location may vary depending on the program and will be listed next to class date. Classes are two hours long (unless otherwise noted) and the time goes by quite fast. We are flexible and open to most venues including country clubs, restaurants, schools, or private homes. The location will usually be in the Bucks and Montgomery County areas of Pennsylvania but exceptions may be made for organized groups outside of these areas.
For Dining Etiquette Programs, a two or three-course meal may be provided by instructor or served at a restaurant, consisting of a soup or salad, a main entrée and a dessert unless specified otherwise. All meals will allow the children to practice proper utensil use. Please mention allergies when registering.
Interested in hosting a private group manners class for your children and their friends/relatives? If you would like to organize a group lesson, please contact us. The group organizer will receive a discount off the regular price!
Gift Certificates are available. Grandkids, nieces, and nephews can benefit from this lifelong, useful gift. Please call 215-453-1432 to inquire.
Social Etiquette
Being comfortable in various social situations can ease the fear or awkwardness a child may feel. Lessons include:
- Welcoming Behaviors (the 6 Musts when Meeting Someone)
- Greetings in other Cultures
- The Importance of Eye Contact
- Introducing Oneself with Confidence
- Responding When Introduced
- Introducing Others
- Showing Proper Respect to Parents, Teachers, Coaches, Elders, those in authority (with our actions and our words)
- Common Courtesies (Sharing, Including Others, Waiting Your Turn, Being On Time, Patience, Listening, many more)
- Using Appropriate Language in Social and Professional Settings
- Helping Behaviors and Common Courtesies
- Avoiding Rude Behaviors (Interrupting, Littering, Belittling Others, Wasting, Whispering, Eye Rolling/Sighing at Parents, Talking back to Parents, Caregivers and Teachers, Bragging, Talking on and on and many more)
- Behavior in Public Places (Theater, Museum, Workplace, in a Store, etc.)
- Using Escalators, Elevators, and Doors
- Behaving as a Good Host and Guest
- Image and Clothing (Different Styles of Attire; What's Inappropriate; Being a Leader not a Follower)
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Anti-Bullying Reinforcement
Communication Skills
Knowing how to communicate properly builds self-esteem and leadership ability. Lessons include:
- Proper Greetings and Introductions
- Conversation/"Ice Breakers" and Asking Questions
- Being a Great Listener
- Body Language/Nonverbal Communication
- Public Speaking and Use of Visual Aids
- Telephone Etiquette (Answering, Taking a Proper Message, etc.)
- Importance of an RSVP
- Acts of Kindness and Respect
- The Use of Please, Thank You, Excuse Me, I'm Sorry
- Taking Responsibility for One's Actions
- Thank You Notes
- Gracious Gift Receiving
- Meeting Persons with Special Needs
- Compliments - Giving and Receiving
- Job Interviewing
- Electronic Etiquette (including texting, internet and cell phone use)
Table Manners
It is important for children to learn dining skills so they can be comfortable in any dining situation, whether at home, a friend’s house, a future job interview, or even the White House! Lessons include:
- Place Settings (different depending on occasion)
- Identifying Utensils, Glassware, Bowls, and Plates
- Proper Use of Napkins
- Selecting the Correct Utensils
- Styles of Dining: American, Continental, Family, Buffet
- Eating Various Foods: Bread, Soup, Dessert
- Difficult to Eat/"Yucky" Foods
- Behavior at the Table (covering improper and 'gross' behaviors - talking with mouth full, slurping drinks, chewing with mouth open, messy eating, picking at teeth, mumbling to guests and server, fidgeting, many more!)
- Entering and Exiting; Proper Seating
- Handling Food Accidents
- Posture and Conversation
- Ordering Politely at a Restaurant/Treating Server with Respect
- Resting/Finishing Position of Utensils
- Being a Good Guest at a Dinner Party
We practice all we have learned through interactive role-playing in costume, games, songs and crafts as time permits. And our friend, Miss Mistake™, visits to show us her poor manners by doing all the wrong things. We will learn, from Miss Mistake and Mr. Mistake, what not to do and we can help them do it right!
Girl Scout and Brownie Troops ~ did you know there are badges for "Making Friends," being a "Social Butterfly," and "Netiquette" (electronic etiquette)?
Cub Scouts ~ Manners Badge
Boy Scouts ~ Communications, Disability Awareness and Public Speaking merits. We can help you fulfill the requirements in a fun way!
Family investment is regularly $120 per 2-hour class for your first child ($100 for your second child and $80 for additional children) unless otherwise noted. Includes take-home workbook, craft materials, Completion Certificate after completion of all three classes and snack/food (unless food/other fee is specified). Private, one-on-one instruction is available for $75 additional per class. Group Investment per 2-hour class: $450 - up to 4 non-sibling kids; $550 - 5 to 7; $600 - 8 to 10 kids. Inquire about larger groups. Food fee extra and travel fees apply.
There is generally a limit of 6 children per class (exceptions on limit will be made for large groups or other private groups). There is a 50% deposit upon enrollment due to limited openings and/or advance food purchase and preparation. Refund Policy: Full refund of deposit if cancellation is within 7 days of class date; 50% refunded if we are given less notice since class size is limited. However, deposit can be put towards a future class date in either case. Balance due at class time.
Our location may vary depending on the program and will be listed next to class date. Classes are two hours long (unless otherwise noted) and the time goes by quite fast. We are flexible and open to most venues including country clubs, restaurants, schools, or private homes. The location will usually be in the Bucks and Montgomery County areas of Pennsylvania but exceptions may be made for organized groups outside of these areas.
For Dining Etiquette Programs, a two or three-course meal may be provided by instructor or served at a restaurant, consisting of a soup or salad, a main entrée and a dessert unless specified otherwise. All meals will allow the children to practice proper utensil use. Please mention allergies when registering.
Interested in hosting a private group manners class for your children and their friends/relatives? If you would like to organize a group lesson, please contact us. The group organizer will receive a discount off the regular price!
Gift Certificates are available. Grandkids, nieces, and nephews can benefit from this lifelong, useful gift. Please call 215-453-1432 to inquire.
