Do we have to invite them to join us at a restaurant at some point? If so, may we try to “dilute” them by inviting others?

The sign at the health clinic I visit regularly says tipping the valet is not required — so I don’t. But one day, the valet ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: A pair of neighbors hosted my wife and me for an impromptu dinner, to which we contributed a nice salad.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: For my 40th birthday, my sister planned a bowling party. She is very organized, and pre-entered the names of all 12 guests into the lanes (two lanes, six people at each).

Some medical facilities ban tipping because they pay parking attendants a living wage, and do not want patients with medical ...

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin shares how to politely not invite someone to a gathering.

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Now that we know the dog is going, we want to bow out of the engagement but would prefer to do it in the least hurtful way.

I brought a gift to a wedding shower, but wasn’t then invited to the wedding. So when I received an invite to a “backyard ...

She's often hosted at vacation homes, sometimes without the owners present. What sort of gift can she give in thanks?

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin shares what to expect when staying with friends.