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Here is a set of Café Cards in a 4X6" format that I often use prior to beginning a Café conversation. Sets of these quote cards are placed on each table. Participants are invited to pick out a card that they have an affinity with or that speaks to them in a special way. Each participant reads his/her selected quote card to each other and also shares why they chose this particular card. This is a great way to get folks thinking about the power of coversation and sets the tone for an engaging Café experience.
Let me know what you think.
Don

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Permalink Reply by Eugene Boeldak on August 9, 2009 at 2:37am
Hello Donald,

Thanks for these cards. I have used cards with a picture or drawing on them as starters in other settings -conversation, training, course - but have never thought of using cards for a World Café.
I will be using them pretty soon.

Warm regards,
Eugene Boeldak
Permalink Reply by Donald Proffit on August 9, 2009 at 4:36pm
Thanks, Eugene! And let me know how this activity fits into your work.
Don
Permalink Reply by John Inman on August 13, 2009 at 6:48am
Don I like the idea. I will give it a try. Thank you for sharing.

John
Permalink Reply by Donald Proffit on August 13, 2009 at 7:01am
Enjoy!
Permalink Reply by Maria de los Angeles Cinta on August 14, 2009 at 5:29pm
Don, thank you so much for your generosity. The content of each card is indeed thought provoking and stimulate the conversation. What a great resource to use! Thank you again.
Permalink Reply by Dr. R.Elaine Winslow on August 16, 2009 at 8:21am
Hello Don,

I just briefly read your cards. They are a great tool. I use cards in my practice with individual clients. In cafe dialog, I usually provide each participant with a full sheet of paper with the Q on top and encourage them to add their thoughts and feelings. Adding a proverb or quote might be powerful. Thanks for that....
Permalink Reply by Donald Proffit on August 17, 2009 at 6:09am
Your welcome, Elaine!
Permalink Reply by Emily Wilkins on December 9, 2009 at 12:42pm
I see a future for these cards in my organization! Thank you!
Permalink Reply by Donald Proffit on December 11, 2009 at 9:54am
Great! Let me know how it goes. Feedback is important.
Permalink Reply by david isaacs on October 12, 2012 at 11:45am
Hi Don

Just noticed your cards! Great contribution!

A suggested additional card..... Never doubt the power of a small group of people to change the world...Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has! Margaret Mead
Permalink Reply by Donald Proffit on October 12, 2012 at 11:55am
Thanks, David. Love that quote, too. Hope all is well with you & Juanita.
Permalink Reply by Augustine Veliath on October 26, 2012 at 11:43pm

Dear friend,

I am a member of the World Cafe Community. I am currently doing the World Cafe Fundamental Course from Fielding (online).

I am very keen to establish a culture of listening to children ( respecting their right to be heard) in India and elsewhere. Amy Lenzo the Course Coordinator says you have some experience in doing Cafe's with children. I would love to hear from you of your own experience and and that of any others. Please keep me in the loop. Augustine. my email id augustinevj@gmail dot com.

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