The Journal
Reflections on manners, hospitality, and character.
Field notes, essays, and seasonal observations from our classrooms across Fairfield County CT, Westchester County NY, and Monmouth County NJ.
September 5, 2026 · 3 min read
Back to School Is the Right Time for a Manners Brush-Up
The calls come in November, the week before the family dinner. By then it is too late to teach anything. The work happens now.
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August 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Cruise Dining Etiquette for Kids: Field Notes from a Ship's Dining Room
A ship's dining room asks a child to do everything at once — greet strangers, navigate a full place setting, order for themselves. It turns out to be wonderful practice.
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June 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Why Children's Etiquette Classes Matter More Than Ever
In a screen-first world, the small social graces have become rare — and rarity is exactly what makes them stand out.
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June 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Etiquette-Themed Birthday Party Ideas in Fairfield County
Charming, screen-free birthday party ideas for children in Fairfield and Westchester — playful, hands-on, and a great deal more fun than they sound.
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June 12, 2026 · 4 min read
What Age Should Kids Learn Table Manners? A Guide for Connecticut Parents
An age-by-age guide to teaching children table manners — from toddler basics to the six-to-eleven sweet spot — for parents across Fairfield and Westchester.
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