The Delaware Valley School of Etiquette

03/22/2026

03/22/2026

Spring break is here (or coming soon)! These are helpful reminders while you travel.

A flight attendant reveals the in-flight behavior mistakes even season fliers make, from getting up prematurely upon landing to using the bathroom during drink and meal service.

02/26/2026

Thank you to The Soultown magazine for sharing my story! I love February because I celebrate my birthday (2/19) ALL month long.

The process of writing this article reminded me of everything that has been a part of my life for 52 years. My heart is filled with love and joy!

Here are the links to the promo and articles-

https://youtube.com/shorts/Dmdx6nBi9ok?si=kav_Crqh0MRYAdh3

https://thesoultownmagazine.com/ts52

02/13/2026

Wow! Honored! Excited to share my story!

I’m Publisher Chillin Kabba, and today I am beyond proud to congratulate the Top 8 of our 52 Black Women featured in The Soultown TS52 Series.This isn’t just...

02/13/2026

https://youtube.com/shorts/Dmdx6nBi9ok?si=jnIP9n-Vmt056s7a

I am so excited to be included in the top 8 of TS52!

https://thesoultownmagazine.com/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwP8NM1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe-RHs1eT1hrCahEzsc4lj0Z4bgXkvYtSzb686npka6w8FH-r_KYDuU1HC0nQ_aem_kuigvx0nJ86aye3WUagJ0g

01/23/2026

If you like to dine out with your family, friends, or solo, you MUST read this article from The Wall Street Journal on what your waiter thinks of you as a patron in their restaurant.
Fun fact, my first job after I graduated from Spelman was at Dow Jones in Princeton- the company that publishes The Wall Street Journal. https://www.wsj.com/arts-culture/food-cooking/what-your-waiter-really-thinks-of-you-7b0f7e9e

This veteran of top New York restaurants has eye-opening info to share. From planning the meal to calculating the gratuity, his pro tips will make you a savvier and more satisfied restaurant guest in 2026.

01/23/2026

If you dislike the clanking sound of a spoon hitting a mug, try drawing an invisible infinity sign in the middle of your beverage. www.dvsetiquette.com

Classes are 60 minutes long- 20 minutes for grammar skills, 20 minutes for reading skills, and 20 minutes for writing skills.

10/12/2025

Travel etiquette takeaways- please bring mints and deodorant during a long flight.

Travelers can get a little ripe during long flights. Should you pack an extra change of clothes? Etiquette and hygiene experts weigh in.

08/08/2025

UPCOMING CLASSES

In-Person Etiquette Classes in Cherry Hill, NJ

Saturday, August 30, 2025

Click here to REGISTER.

https://forms.gle/uGo23NVDLWARBVuH8

One-Hour Etiquette Workshops for Elementary, Middle, and High School Students

Please pre-register to attend these special one-hour etiquette workshops with a snack, beverage, and etiquette materials.

Event Timing: Saturday, August 30, 2025

Place: Nordstrom Cafe- Cherry Hill, NJ on the second floor of the Nordstrom Department Store in the Cherry Hill, Mall

*Parents/Guardians are required to remain on location in the store during this event. This is NOT a drop-off event.

Each class size is limited to the first 10 registrants with prepayment.

Elementary Students-Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 11:00-12:00 pm

Middle School Students-Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 1:00-2:00 pm

High School Students-Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 3:00- 4:00 pm

Event Cost: $100 (includes snack, beverage and etiquette materials for each registrant)

Contact Ms. Young with questions:

Phone: 609-254-5397

Please leave a detailed voicemail or text message if I am not able to take your call.

or

Email: [email protected]

Event Timing: Please PRE-REGISTER to attend this Special ONE-Hour Etiquette Workshop Saturday, August 30, 2025* *Parents/Guardians are required to remain on location in the Nordstrom Department Store in Cherry Hill Mall during this event. This is NOT a drop-off event for any student. Registration fo...

08/07/2025

Online Etiquette Classes for Tweens, Teens, and Adults
Click here to register—

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1cU2LGcu7hxf_wN-ZQ3gu7F958CgB5awYXvJG9kOMXX8/edit

Class Days and Times-Starting August 25, 2025

Adults Refresher Classes on Mondays- via Zoom at 6:00-6:30 pm

Middle School on Tuesdays-via Zoom at 6:00-6:30 pm

High School on Wednesdays-via Zoom at 7:00-7:30 pm

College Students on Thursdays-via Zoom at 7:00-7:30 pm

Class Cost- Per Household: $50

Class Address: Zoom link provided upon registration and prepayment.

Contact Ms. Young with questions:

Phone: 609-254-5397-

Please leave a detailed voicemail or text message if I am not able to take your call.

or

Email: [email protected]

08/07/2025

Afternoon tea is such a special treat! Try Akwaaba for your next outing and please tell Monique Greenwood hello. She was our Editor-in-Chief at Essence Magazine when I worked there during my early publishing years.

At Akwaaba Tea Salon on Lancaster Avenue in West Philadelphia, a cup of hot tea is more than just a beverage -- it's an escape. CBS News Philadelphia's Janel...