The Sit Down & Speak Up Book Club
Eugene, OR, USA
Next meeting: Saturday, November 08 2025 at 9:30am - PST
57 members
About The Sit Down & Speak Up Book Club
ATTENDANCE AGREEMENT – RSVP spots for book discussions are limited and sometimes have waitlists. A combined total of 3 no-shows or late cancellations (less than 1 week prior to a discussion) will result in book club membership cancellation.
Group Discussion Guidelines
- Listen attentively, without interrupting others – A compassionate conversation allows for each speaker to complete his/her/their thoughts, free from distractions and disruptions; kindly listen.
- Always speak kindly and compassionately – Discourse is dependent upon disagreement; offer criticism in constructive ways that open a point up for discussion rather than disrespect.
- Take turns, being mindful of total talk time – Everyone's voice is valued and will be heard; be mindful about how often and how long you speak; a silent timer will be used to ensure equity.
- Keep the discussion relevant and on track – Brief digressions are fine, as they allow us to share experiences that are relevant to the topic, but don't sidetrack or derail the discussion.