Consider who you will invite, and/or find out who may have signed up to be a guest on our web site.- After reviewing dietary needs, plan the meal. If a potluck, you can email everyone with a list of dishes you’d like someone to bring. There’s a sample message in this host kit.
- Send out the list of who is bringing what, along with a reminder of your address, simple directions, time to be at your door, ending time, and discussion topic. Do this at least 2 weeks in advance.
- Send the same info out as a reminder 3 days in advance.
- Help guests introduce themselves to each other, put out food and invite people to the table about 15 minutes after the official arrival time. Give whatever directions you need to about serving, beverages, etc. Let everyone start their dinner and chat for about 15 minutes before turning the group conversation over to the facilitator.
- The facilitator may be you, or may be one of your guests. Use the Conversation Guide format. We are also happy to talk you through it before your event.
- When time is up, politely announce that the discussion must end now and thank everyone for coming. If you plan for this to be a recurring event, tell your guests when next you will meet.
- Encourage everyone to respond to the email they will receive from IPSC asking for their feedback. We also ask you to provide feedback as a host. This is so we can continue to improve everyone’s experience.
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