Life Skills for the Workplace

This 90-minute class will prepare rising professionals for navigating workplace culture and protocols. This engaging workshop will incorporate brainstorming, problem solving, action planning and lively group discussions.

Topics covered include: the 3-part introduction, conversation starters, attentive listening, body language, punctuality, email and phone etiquette, appropriate dress, and the value of genuine curiosity.

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Polished and Prepared

Students ages 13-16. $75

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This class meets on Nov. 19th at the historic Carriage House Inn - Lynchburg, VA. This class will prepare students for dining at social gatherings, college interviews and job interviews.

Topics covered during this interactive class include: dining etiquette, first impressions, communication skills and interview skills. Students will take home an information packet with sample interview questions, do’s and don’ts during the interview, and 14 ways to keep a new job.

Students will be served a dinner roll, green salad, and dessert.

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A three-day course offered ONLINE via Zoom.

Topics covered include: how to start a conversation & include others, self-respect, cell phone manners, first impressions, body language, introductions, appearance, attitude, punctuality, table manners and manners in public places.

During this online course, students will engage in icebreaker exercises, brainstorming sessions, and lively group discussions. Homework will include setting the table & starting a conversation, using your napkin & expressing gratitude, using utensils properly & choosing a good attitude.

Each student will receive a workbook in the US mail and a certificate of completion after the last class.

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Students ages 8 - 12 $148

Jan 18, Jan 25, Feb 1

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

online - Character & Confidence


Students ages 6 - 8 $160

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A three-day course offered September 10, 17 & 24 from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm at the historic Carriage House Inn - Lynchburg, VA.

Topics covered during this interactive class include: why manners matter, table manners, words of kindness, expressing gratitude, respecting others, introductions, starting a conversation & including others and manners in public places.

Light fare will be served at each class to enhance the overall impact of the lessons. Students will be served various salads, breads and desserts.

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Manners Plain and Simple


Students ages 8 - 12 $160

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A three-day course offered October 8th, 22nd and 29th from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm at the historic Carriage House Inn - Lynchburg, VA.

Topics covered during this interactive class include: dining etiquette, first impressions, body language, introductions, conversation skills, appearance, attitude, punctuality, self-respect, cell phone manners and manners in public places.

Light fare will be served at each class to enhance the overall impact of the lessons. Students will be served various salads, breads and desserts.

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Etiquette & Manners for Everyday Situations

This interactive class includes all of the skills required to earn a Girl Scout etiquette badge.

Scouts will learn: conversation skills, table manners, preparing for special occasions, expressing gratitude and feeling confident.

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Girl Scout Etiquette Badge


Polar Express Holiday Social

Students ages 7 - 12 $60

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A holiday social for children ages 7 -12 that meets at Depot Grill on Dec. 7th. Students will enjoy making new friends while receiving instruction on appropriate behavior for dining at a restaurant, how to hold silverware properly, cutting food, the resting & closeout positions, napkin etiquette, when to start eating, and how to start a conversation.

For this Polar Express themed event, we will meet in a private room. The table will be set elegantly with gold charger plates, white linen napkins and beautiful flowers. Students will receive a Polar Express golden ticket in the mail, a Polar Express themed gift bag at the event, and a table manners leaflet to take home.

Lunch includes: house salad, Parmesan encrusted chicken, green beans, mandarin oranges and vanilla ice cream.

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