Etiquette expert August Abbott shares with Newsweek her tips on hosting over the holiday period.
I spent over a decade attending a private school in upstate New York in the 1960s. Etiquette was part of every class. Lessonswere drilled into us every year and we could not graduate without passing them. Back in that era, we were taught not just how to behave in American society, but amongst royalty.
I heard this from more than one parent; it was a common complaint. So eventually, through trial and error, I finally established my own etiquette classes. I would invite children to dress up in their Sunday best, attend a tea party and learn how to behave in formal situations. if a holiday party lasts into the evening, there should really be no children in attendance. They tend to become tired during the evening hours and when a child is tired, they can become temperamental.
I would recommend setting hours for the party, so guests know when the event ends. To ensure this is met, I always plan a trick with two of my close friends in advance. As the party draws to a close, one will stand up and say:"Well this has been good fun, but I know you all need to get to bed, so I'm going to head out.
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