In 1971, the Park District of Forest Park hosted several programs, including “Charm School,” on Thursday from 6 to 7:30 a.m. Charm schools typically focused on etiquette and social graces. The programs encouraged young girls to combine the way they look, move and speak to come together in their own unique personality. Often, these programs highlighted exercise, diet, voice, modeling, skin care, fashion and manners.
JILL WAGNER
Photo: Credit: Joe Sansone. Forest Park Review October 27, 1971, Charm School was one of the programs offered at the Park District of Forest Park. Other programs at the time included wrestling, dancing, knitting, and arts and crafts.