Women In Business 2007
Thursday, March 29th
Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa
This annual lunch and trade show draws more than 300 local
business women and executives.
Learn more
CPW MEMBER JOINS GIRL SCOUTS OF THE
USA
Effective Feb. 12, Cathy Tisdale will join Girl Scouts of the USA
as VP, Council Partnerships at their national HQ in New York.
Congratulations to Cathy Tisdale on this significant position, we
will miss her here in Arizona!
Arizona Women’s Partnership, Inc.
a
non-profit all volunteer organization
dedicated to assisting grass roots
organizations
that help underserved women and
children at risk
invites you to join Chef Jennifer Sedig, Chef Jackie
Kerrigan and Chef Spomenka McKinney
at our annual
Wine, Women & Jazz FUNdraiser 2007
on Saturday, May 19th
from 4:00PM-7:00PM
at the
Arizona Culinary Institute
10585 N. 114th St (at
Shea Blvd) Scottsdale
Enjoy sublime hors d’oeuvres,
divine desserts, fine wine and lively jazz with Margo Reed, Delphine Cortez and Blaise
Lantana
Silent Auction will also be
featured
Tickets: $50 ($65 at the door)
Contributions are tax-deductible to
the extent allowable by law
For
information: www.azwp.org
tel: 602-863-9744 azwpinc@aol.com
Reading List
THE 11th ANNUAL
WOMEN IN
FAMILY BUSINESS PROGRAM
Miraval
March 1-4, 2007
This year's theme:
Making A Difference
See attachment for Program
details.
Human Side of Enterprise, LLC
21839 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
480-419-4243
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UPCOMING MEETINGS |
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February 16
11:30 a.m.
at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
6902 E. Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale
Sponsored by
womenofscottsdale.org |
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March 6
11:30 a.m.
at Skye
Restaurant
16844 N.
Arrowhead Fountain Center Dr. Peoria
Sponsored by
westvalleywomen.org
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SOCIAL GRACES
Good Drinking Manners
Wine, aperitifs and spirits properly
used
may be a social catalyst and put people at ease.
An awareness of wines and drinks complements
ones interest in fine food and graceful living.
Capacity
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Consider the time of day, your state of mind and whether or not
you have eaten recently.
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Know your capacity, only you can judge this, enjoy but be sure
you maintain good behavior.
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If you are attending an event where drinks are served and you
are not sure if food is offered you may wish to eat first.
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Listen to a good friend if you are not sure of your capacity.
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Be a good friend and honest with someone you know well about
their capacity.
Manners
Private events are not public bars. Drink what your host offers
you. Do not ask for special brands or something different.
Gracefully accept what is offered or
decline.
Never put down a glass directly on something that it may stain:
wood, glass, fabric, painted surfaces.
If you spill do not make a big fuss.
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Ask your host where you can find supplies and offer to help
clean up.
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Follow-up if you destroy something. Replace the broken glass,
pay for the cleaning, etc
If napkins or coasters are not offered
you may ask for one.
Drinks should be appreciated, do not
“toss off” or “kick back” your drink. Tall drinks, drinks
on-the-rocks may take more time to finish and can be a bit weaker.
Do not encourage “the life of the party”; if someone is showing
off they usually will stop without an audience.
Drinking can cause relaxed sensibilities, graceless and sometimes
offensive behavior may happen causing embarrassment or resentment
later
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To
o
intimate
Over affectionate behavior
Over sentimental behavior
Overstaying, know when to leave
Over hearty laughter
Too talkative
Do’s & Don’ts
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Don’t insist people drink, offer drinks
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Offer food during a cocktail hour or reception
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Have refreshments for nondrinkers
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Be thoughtful to those serving you, be patient
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Offer to get a drink for someone alone, or someone who needs
assistance
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Do not serve overly strong drinks
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Be careful to judge others about their drinking
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Offer help to a friend with a drinking problem
Cocktail parties
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You may usually arrive and depart as you wish
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Enjoy seeing old friends
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Meet new acquaintances
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Easy entertaining for hosts
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Commonly from 5-7 in the evening
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Do not linger, leave when the party breaks up
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Non-hosted events, you may “treat” friends to drinks for wine
for your table
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Thank those who invited you and be a good guest
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Offer to help with food or drinks
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Make introductions
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Keep the conversation going
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Be cheerful
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Dress for the occasion
Giving liquor & Wine
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The host is not obligated to open the gift, they may do so if
they wish and it fits their menu or plans
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Special occasions may be recognized with gifts of wine,
champagne and the like
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Be sure you know the person and their preferences when giving
liquor and wine
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As a guest it is fine to give to hosts, especially if you are
not in a position to entertain
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Remember when accepting hospitality, is should be returned
Problem guests
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Be good natured about the situation
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Insist that a friend or someone take the person home directly to
their door
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Under no circumstances should you let the person drive,
endangering himself and others
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Always
leave at the appropriate time
Public & Private
Clubs – if you are entertaining at your club you are the host and
should take care of expenses
Restaurants – events may have cash bars, or you may be hosted
Hotels & Resorts – hosted or non-hosted events
Special Events (weddings, balls, parties) usually hosted events
Homes - hosted
Boats – usually hosted
Planes – complimentary or purchased
Be knowledgeable
Learn about wines
Learn about food pairings and menus
Know bartending basics
Become an expert on something love: Champagne, a particular wine
or category of wine, brandy, scotch….
Learn the health benefits
Learn how to cook with wine and spirits
Toasts –
Yes you may break the glasses but prepare for it!
Know the local custom and circumstances
Champagne is a time-honored drink for toasts
Many occasions call for one to propose a toast
The party being honored does not lift their glass, when others
have done so they may offer a toast
Short and simple toasts are best “I would like to propose a toast
to the bride and groom, may they have a lifetime of happiness.”
Traditionally if seated one should rise to drink a toast.
Enjoy social drinking and teach your
children about drinking responsibly.
Never feel compelled to drink.
If you need help with drinking or on a particular occasion ASK FOR
IT.
Linda M. Herold
Central Phoenix Women will offer a
moment on Social Graces each month.
Information will be provided that relates to manners, etiquette,
protocol, grooming, public behavior and good taste.
