Many jokes are made about that first, or lack of, cup of java in the morning. Truth is if you are an Aficionado, there is nothing like the aroma of the beans, the brewing process, and the first sip to get a good start to the day. There are lots of folks with the same feelings so why not get together to enjoy a cup or two. There are coffee clubs so join one or start one.
There are well known manufactures and subscription services that a person can find on the internet offering a flavor of the month or discounts for membership. In addition there is a bonus of other goodies for joining. Some of these items are a brewing stations, travel mugs, carafe, and a free half pound bag.
However, if you crave more company, then gather with others that share your enthusiasm. The people that make up the group is just important as that first cup in the morning. Decide if you want to open it up to everyone in your work group, where you live or worship, go to school, or open to the public by putting up notices on public boards and on social media. The one thing everyone should have in common is an appreciation of coffee.
A good idea is to determine if there will be topics other than coffee focused on at the meetings. Perhaps there is a special charity, educational goal, or social concern that everyone agrees to talk about and work on at your meetings. Discuss this and have an agreement at the first get together.
Topics to discuss and be agreed upon should also be the number of members the group will be comfortable with. Decide if it is going to be a small intimate group or grow to much larger numbers. There may also be a need to elect officers, a contact person, and someone to write and distribute a newsletter.
Something everyone might want to try is going to different locales to taste different blends. Have the meetings there or for a special outing and make it a fun experience. You can even do this with larger groups just be certain to plan ahead and check with the proprietor to set a date.
These groups are popping up all over the world. Consider contacting one in another country or different state and become sister (or brother) groups. With technological options available, you could have a joint meeting by video and share the experience of tasting a new recipe.
Another option for your group to consider is to go big, really big. Set up goals and the focus the group will take, then announce on social media. The group can make specialized groups of people the focal point of membership. Some specialized groups to attract are educators, executives, techies, just to name a few because there is an endless list of groups with an affection for the brew. Charge tickets and have a speaker, manufacture, shop owner, bean roaster, just someone associated with coffee or the interest of the group.
Have fun with this idea. Do things together, go on a day trip to taste a different blend or brew. Sure, the coffee is an important part of the gathering but so are the people you get to know and meet.
There are well known manufactures and subscription services that a person can find on the internet offering a flavor of the month or discounts for membership. In addition there is a bonus of other goodies for joining. Some of these items are a brewing stations, travel mugs, carafe, and a free half pound bag.
However, if you crave more company, then gather with others that share your enthusiasm. The people that make up the group is just important as that first cup in the morning. Decide if you want to open it up to everyone in your work group, where you live or worship, go to school, or open to the public by putting up notices on public boards and on social media. The one thing everyone should have in common is an appreciation of coffee.
A good idea is to determine if there will be topics other than coffee focused on at the meetings. Perhaps there is a special charity, educational goal, or social concern that everyone agrees to talk about and work on at your meetings. Discuss this and have an agreement at the first get together.
Topics to discuss and be agreed upon should also be the number of members the group will be comfortable with. Decide if it is going to be a small intimate group or grow to much larger numbers. There may also be a need to elect officers, a contact person, and someone to write and distribute a newsletter.
Something everyone might want to try is going to different locales to taste different blends. Have the meetings there or for a special outing and make it a fun experience. You can even do this with larger groups just be certain to plan ahead and check with the proprietor to set a date.
These groups are popping up all over the world. Consider contacting one in another country or different state and become sister (or brother) groups. With technological options available, you could have a joint meeting by video and share the experience of tasting a new recipe.
Another option for your group to consider is to go big, really big. Set up goals and the focus the group will take, then announce on social media. The group can make specialized groups of people the focal point of membership. Some specialized groups to attract are educators, executives, techies, just to name a few because there is an endless list of groups with an affection for the brew. Charge tickets and have a speaker, manufacture, shop owner, bean roaster, just someone associated with coffee or the interest of the group.
Have fun with this idea. Do things together, go on a day trip to taste a different blend or brew. Sure, the coffee is an important part of the gathering but so are the people you get to know and meet.
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