Chapter & Meet-Up Policies
At Books, Brunches & Booze®, we believe that real-life community is everything. When people come together—over stories, shared interests, and good conversation—they unlock new friendships, ideas, and experiences. Our mission is to make those meaningful connections possible.
To ensure a consistent, safe, and inspiring experience across all chapters, we ask that all members and hosts follow the guidelines below.
Create Opportunities for Growth
BB&B Meet-Ups should offer value—personally, socially, or intellectually. This can mean:
Meeting new people and building friendships
Volunteering or giving back
Exploring new places or experiences
Supporting and encouraging one another
Pursuing passions and shared interests
Foster Real Human Connection
BB&B is about connection—not just promotion. Events must prioritize creating a positive, engaging experience for attendees, not serving as a vehicle for sales or advertising. Great events often include:
Thoughtful discussions and shared perspectives
Adventures or outings that push comfort zones
Fun and interactive group activities
Tours, workshops, or speaker-led conversations
Games or social mixers that bring people together
Attendees should leave BB&B Meet-Ups feeling uplifted, connected, or inspired.
Meet In Real Life
BB&B is built on in-person community. While digital tools help organize and connect, chapters must host local, real-life Meet-Ups. Our platform is not intended for purely virtual groups, webinars, or conference calls.
Be Clear & Transparent
Honesty builds trust. Chapter and event names, descriptions, and communications must accurately reflect:
The nature and focus of your events
Any requirements for participation
Any associated costs or fees
If BB&B receives reports of misrepresentation or misleading chapter descriptions, we may remove the chapter at our sole discretion.
Prohibited Chapter & Event Types
While BB&B celebrates a wide range of interests and communities, we do not support certain themes due to safety, ethical, or legal concerns. Chapters and events found to fall into the categories below may be removed at our discretion.
✘ Violent, Dangerous, or Criminal Activity
Chapters may not promote or facilitate:
Firearms, ammunition, or illegal drug sales
Pyramid schemes or fraudulent activity
Violence, abuse (including animal abuse), or self-harm
Public safety threats, including incitement of violence or militia activity
Doxxing or exposing personal information
Terrorist recruitment or activity
✘ Hate, Harassment, or Discrimination
Chapters may not promote hate speech or incite harassment or violence against any person or group based on:
Race or ethnicity
Religion or beliefs
National origin
Gender or sexual orientation
Disability, age, or medical condition
This includes conspiracy theories that deny or diminish the lived suffering of specific groups.
✘ Underage Participation
All BB&B members and hosts must be 21 years or older. Chapters and events must be exclusively targeted to individuals aged 21+.
✘ Misleading or Hidden Agendas
Chapters must not:
Deliberately spread false or deceptive information
Be created solely to provoke controversy or make a political statement
Conceal their true purpose behind misleading descriptions
✘ Sexual Exploitation or Pick-Up Culture
BB&B does not permit:
Events involving seduction tactics, "pick-up artist" techniques, or wingman culture
Content that promotes or facilitates prostitution, sex trafficking, or any form of sexual exploitation
By following these guidelines, BB&B hosts and members help build a kind, authentic, and vibrant space—one filled with good books, better conversation, and unforgettable connections.