At The Ritz-Carlton, Boston, children are seen and heard at the all-day etiquette program A Day of Social Savvy. Hosted by the etiquette experts of The Judith Ré Académie for Instruction in the Social Graces and the service professionals of The Ritz-Carlton, Boston, this innovative program invites young ladies and gentlemen, ages 8 through 12, to develop their social and personal skills.

2002 marks the 15^th year of Social Savvy classes. They will be held on Saturdays, October 26^th, November 2^nd and December 14th. The day of activities include instruction, demonstration and participation in the following areas: proper introductions, table setting and manners, food preparation and presentation, telephone etiquette, thank you note writing, polite conversation, health care, dancing and social "mishaps."

A Day of Social Savvy for children begins with a welcome gathering over hot chocolate and muffins, followed by a tour of The Ritz-Carlton, Boston. The scheduled program includes the chance to work alongside the Hotel’s pastry chef preparing delicate desserts. The "hands-on" approach is emphasized throughout the day, enabling children not just to enjoy, but also actually to create a proper social decorum. A Day of Social Savvy culminates in an evening dance during which the children learn the art of ballroom dancing and experiment with some high energy and modern dance steps.

All activities are hosted within the Hotel where young ladies and gentlemen are taught the power of poise and grace, amidst the elegant function rooms and restaurants of the Hotel. The Ritz-Carlton, Boston and Ms. Judith Ré this year celebrate their fifteenth anniversary of offering this entertaining and original curriculum.

Enrollment for A Day of Social Savvy is limited, and reservations are required. The fee is $325 per child, which includes meals, amenities, instruction and taxes for this daylong event. Please contact Amanda Cuddy, Public Relations Coordinator (617) 912-3370, to make reservations.

The Ritz-Carlton, Boston is celebrating its 75^th Anniversary this year and will reopen after a major restoration on October 7, 2002. This historic and social landmark will present a display of hotel memorabilia, menus and photographs. The public is invited to share with us historic items and fond memories of the Hotel and Social Savvy classes.

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