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The Gollatz Cotillion & Manners Programs Presents
Which Fork First?
A Special One-Night Event
Dedicated to Dining Skills with a Five Course Dinner Included
To be held at
The La Canada Country Club
5500 Godbey Drive, La Canada, CA. 91011
DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED FOR 2027
Grades: 5th - 10th / Boys & Girls
Time: 6:00pm to 7:45pm
Fee: $115.00, inclusive
Does your child need a reminder about removing their elbows off the table or keeping their mouth closed while chewing? Could they benefit from how to cut food items on their plate using a fork and knife or taking small bites?
Join the Gollatz Team for the "Which Fork First?" dining class. A unique one-night event dedicated to essential dining skills complete with a five-course dinner. This fun interactive dining class will instruct your child in the "do's and don'ts" of table manners. Often a young person feels awkward about dining manners (what fork to use?). The "Which Fork First?" dining event is designed to offer an "at ease" approach.
This unique opportunity for your child will be to either "brush up" on previously learned table manners and to practice or learn new skills for the first time. The instruction includes the table setting, the correct utensils for each course, proper posture, and how to engage in polite table conversation. This multi-course dinner is to acquaint children with good table manners and the use of various utensils, social customs and the rules of correct dining manners.
Designed for students in grades 5th through 10th and extremely limited in size.
The participants will be separated by table and grade.
It is imperative that students arrive on-time as the event begins promptly at 6:00pm.
**The Five Course Served Dinner Includes: Fruit display (appetizer), soup, salad, main entree and with starch and vegetables, rolls and butter, and a dessert with instruction on each course.
The dress code for the evening is dressy casual, no blue jeans. The girls may wear a simple dress or pant outfit and the boys may wear nice pants (trousers), a sport shirt and necktie. A blazer for this evening is NOT required.
A family does not need to be a member of any of the Gollatz Cotillion programs to join us at the "Which Fork First?" class.
After registering, please inform the Gollatz business office regarding any food allergies your child may have; if they are vegetarian or vegan; have dietary restrictions or religious beliefs that we need to be aware of for the protection of your child and in order to provide an appropriate meal.
The "Which Fork First?" dining class is for registered students of the class only. During the event only the registered students may be seated at the dining tables. There will not be any seating available for parents or other family members, only the registered students may remain in the dining room for the event.
Parents are required to drop-off their child and return promptly to pick-up your child at 7:45pm.
"Invite Your Friends to Join Us as Learning Manners is Fun with Others"
Refund Policy: To receive a refund, you must officially submit your cancellation request at least 15 calendar days before the scheduled class date. If you cancel or if your child does not attend for any reason after the 15 day period, you will forfeit the entire registration fee. This is a catered event and the catering count is guaranteed to the facility 15 days prior to the class commencing.
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The Gollatz Cotillion Celebrates
94 Years in 2026!
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The Premier Social Program Leader
Since 1932
Celebrating Four Generations of
Gollatz Family Instructors.
The Gollatz Cotillion Team "Embracing new changes
blended with the traditional Cotillion".
We welcome your child to join the Gollatz Cotillion for a memorable learning experience . Our fun and interactive programs combine modern etiquette with engaging activities to help students feel comfortable and confident in a variety of social settings. Through today's real-world scenarios and fun Cotillion-style dancing, students will acquire valuable skills while having a fantastic time!
Excited to receive a personal invitation for your child(ren) to join the Gollatz Programs? Just click the "interest list" tab above and complete the requested information and your child(ren) will be added to the Cotillion invitational sending.
Slide Show Photo Gallery Below
The Gollatz Team of Directors
Mrs. Darcee Gollatz-Klapp
Mr. Wilbur P. Klapp
Mrs. Emma Klapp - Roque
Linda Bourke - Office Manager
Cheers!
GOOGLE REVIEWS FOR GOLLATZ COTILLION
The reviews for Gollatz Cotillion are positive, with parents and children reporting they enjoyed the experience, learned valuable social and professional etiquette, and felt more confident. Recent feedback highlights that the instructors are excellent and make learning fun through engaging classes and dancing, while past attendees often share fond memories of their time in the program.
Positive Feedback: Instructors are praised for being excellent, kind, and making classes engaging and comfortable for children.
Valuable Skills: Children learn essential social and professional etiquette, from dining skills and proper utensil use to introductions and making toasts.
Increased Confidence: Many parents note that their children gained confidence from attending the Gollatz Cotillion.
Enjoyable Experience: Reviews mention that the classes are fun, interactive, and involve enjoyable dancing, making it a positive experience for both kids and parents.
Nostalgic Memories: Alumni frequently share positive and nostalgic memories of their time at Gollatz Cotillion, recalling the fun and the skills they learned, even from decades ago. See Gollatz memories on the web, it is fun to read!
Some of What They Learn
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Manners: Children learn to navigate social gatherings, introduce themselves, make eye contact, and be gracious guests.
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Dining etiquette: Proper utensil uses and place settings are taught in detail.
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Dancing: Students learn Cotillion-style dances.
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Social grace: Students learn to respect one another and other skills that can be used throughout their lives.
