Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Growing Number Of Coffee Clubs

By Daphne Bowen


The coffee enthusiast enjoys their first cup and often likes to share a drink with other like minded people through out the day. Some light conversation with pleasant company, sharing new flavors and recipes contributes to the growing number of coffee clubs. These can be found on the internet where a subscription is required or a person can start their own with some friends.

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.

An idea is to talk to people and set up a first meeting at a home or central location. There, discuss what the group is going to really be about. Decide if there is going to be a focus on special topics such as social, educational, political, or religious concerns or is everyone just getting together to enjoy different flavors of java.

Keeping a current list of members is important, especially if the numbers grow. Consider having a newsletter published each month and elect someone to be responsible for it. Also, there may be a need to elect officers. Have at least one person that will take care of contacting the group to get a head count for the next meeting, update them if there is going to be a cost involved and confirm time and place.

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.

If the desire is to have a large group, then determine what the focus of the group, other than java, is going to be. There are clubs that concentrate on just the beans and recipes, developing a deep appreciation. There are also groups made up of professionals, educators, parents, students, basically any group with a common goal that are drawn together over a mug to discuss, learn, and grow.

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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