hello from new jersey, advice?

[puffdaddy]

hello everyone.
im a novice smoker interested in learning much more about the cigar lifestyle. live and always lived in the central NJ area. OIF veteran and correction officer. 35 yrs old.
my friend and I are starting a private members only cigar club in downtown New Brunswick, nj. we have a handful of people interested in starting it up with us. we have a prime location, (we own an empty building), a large apartment size space and are in need of further advice such as monthly dues, necessities, ideas.... anything useful. we cannot sell cigars, its not retail, no employees, etc, just a private club run entirely by its members.
any advice?

thanks in advance guys n gals, looking forward to reading more threads/ posts from everyone.

eddie
"Smoke on and enjoy."

ps. if youre from the area and are interested in the idea reach out to me.

 

[ccd1977]

Real spanish cedar walkin humi, proper ventilation for smoke, full bar, never leave door open to outside, keep temps at 70. Make sure it is comfy. Good seats, cigar locker rental, and don't go low end on liquor.

 

[MDSPHOTO]

Elect an operating committee and develop a mission statement and a set of rules for the club. Live by and never waiver from them as your club grows from idea to reality. Everything you do for the club should be based on the mission and rules, which will help weed out impulse decisions and personality conflicts that no doubt will arise as you grow. Best of luck!

 

[Craig Mac]

Welcome to BOTL.

 

[Cigar_Benz_Daddy]

Elect an operating committee and develop a mission statement and a set of rules for the club. Live by and never waiver from them as your club grows from idea to reality. Everything you do for the club should be based on the mission and rules, which will help weed out impulse decisions and personality conflicts that no doubt will arise as you grow. Best of luck!

Great advice. Form a committee and stick to the rules and mission statement. I live in North Jersey and work in Union. I'd be up getting involved.

 

[CATom]

Welcome from California!

 

[Lipher]

Welcome brother. Depending on the dues I'd be interested. So this sounds like a BYOB and byoc lounge? I'm in manalapan so if you need some local support pm me

 

[Clint]

Welcome! Hope yup enjoy your stay here

Can't give much advice on the new lounge, but I hope it is a success. Please keep us posted on progress.

 

[mcroom]

Hello Eddie and :welcome: from Chattanooga. We are glad to have you join us. I know you will enjoy the website and brotherhood here.

 

[puffdaddy]

great advice thanks ccd. I will take note. have a great new year 2014

 

[puffdaddy]

we have the rules established, aka by-laws. I stress they cannot be compromised but can be altered at a large majority of the members discretion. the mission statement is a great idea. it will sum up what we are all trying to accomplish. thanks mdsphoto and happy new year

 

[puffdaddy]

thanks craig, this site is more user friendly then others ive visited. happy new year, ttyl

 

[puffdaddy]

thanks, I saw the original advice and found it very useful. I had similar ideas in mind but its great having them validated as solid 'things to do' when starting such club. I friend requested you. are you a member of a similar club. perhaps you'd make a great contact at our ground breaking phase we're are in. maybe you can fill an advisor role.
keep in touch
eddie molina

 

[puffdaddy]

thanks a much CA Tom. ttyl

 

[puffdaddy]

hows it going Lipher. it will be a byob/byoc lounge. as part of the gov't regulations, we cannot legally sell booze or cigars. but we may keep a stockpile for members to individually choose from, or lockers, whatever. these are the decisions we must make early on, hence any advice is useful. I will PM you.
thanks
eddie

 

[puffdaddy]

thanks Clint I sure will. have a great New Year.
-eddie

 

[puffdaddy]

thanks mcroom. so far im stunned at the feedback and welcoming im getting from here. happy new year
-eddie

 

[DJSkopes]

Hey Puff, welcome! If you'd like lockers or a walk-in built, our shop has a guy who specializes in custom closets. He is an awesome guy and a cigar smoker. I can put you in touch with him if you're interested.

 

[Big Lou]

Welcome aboard brotha !

 

[puffdaddy]

thanks pal,