May is National Civility Month. . . and it's for everyone!

Be respectful to each other. 

Be helpful 

Greet others - But for the time being, use social distancing!

Social Distancing

Etiquette is the socially acceptable way of doing certain things so you won’t embarrass yourself or others. The term we’re hearing a lot now is “social distancing” which offers acceptable alternatives to the handshake and how we great others comfortably. Right now, with the so much information circulating about Covid-19 and its uncertainty we all should practice caution, but not fear. If you chose not to shake hands you can simply say: • “Currently, I’m going handshake free for everyone’s concern.” • You don’t want to allude that you or someone else may have germs. • Don’t be offended if someone declines to shake your hand, again you should want to practice caution. • This would be the same for the flu, pink eye or any contagion one might have. • Remain professional, be friendly, smile, maintain good eye contact.

Vision Board Event!

What are your goals, plans and dreams for 2020? Surveys show that 85% of small business owners that used a vision board reported that they have accomplished more than half the goals they included on that board. Jackson Etiquette wants to help you accomplish your goals. Come to our Vision Board Party. We'll supply the materials. . . you supply the dreams! This event will be held at the Spencer Road Library, 427 Spencer Road, St. Peters, MO 63376. This event is free, but registration is required. For more information or to register call 314-374-2804, visit www.JacksonEtiquette.com or email srenitaj@gmail.com

NAUEP 2019 Membership

The Leadership Board of the 2019 National Association of Urban Etiquette Professionals (NAUEP). Lady Trenette Wilson, CEO and Lady Renita Jackson, President.

One of my favorite go-to places is The London Tea Room. It’s a quaint little British-style shop nestled in the heart of St. Louis, Missouri. A friend and I recently attended the shop’s English Christmas Tea, which is based on the traditional afternoon teas of England. The room was festively decorated with Christmas décor and filled with holiday music. Blue and white coordinating china place settings were adorned with the traditional “cracker party favors”, fresh flowers and white linen. We received a 3-tier tray filled with delicious savories, scones, clotted cream, jams and sweet pastries along with teapots of a variety of their most popular teas. It all made for a fun afternoon on a cold winter day. The London Tea Room also offers classes in tea history, tea blending and scone making. (Yes, I took that class and they came out great!) I enjoy going to the tea room when I want to get away and treat myself to one of over 80 varieties of tea, a slice of deep-dish quiche, and of course those delicious hot orange-cranberry scones. For me, it is the idea place to take friends and clients for a spot of tea and some etiquette culture!

Dining Etiquette Class for Youth at Erio's Italian Restaurant. Youth will learn about formal and informal place settings and proper dining manners. There is also a bonus tour of Erio's Kitchen to see how their delicious pasta is made. This session is on November 2, 2019 at 12:00 pm. Registration is required. Visit JacksonEtiquette.com for more information.