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Tabling is when one or more individuals volunteer their time to set up an information table filled with brochures, fact sheets, miscellaneous items, or any type of free literature available for the general public to review, take home, and hopefully share with others. Tabling events commonly take place at special events such as festivals, community 'home days' events, social justice gatherings, and conferences.

Setting up an information table in a busy area of town, festival, or special event is a very effective way to reach a large number of people. Choose a spot with a lot of pedestrian traffic. Find out where other groups in your community set up tables, and get a list of festivals and fairs from your local Chamber of Commerce, Department of Parks and Recreation, or Department of Tourism.

Asking Permission

Once you've chosen a good location for a table, call the mayor's office, the city manager's office, or your local police station to find out about the regulations that you'll need to follow. Ask the following questions:

Setting Up Your Table



Table Manners

If visitors to your table seem interested, ask them to leave their telephone number and e-mail address. Thank them and let them know that you'll keep them posted. Encourage them to help by contacting their congressional representatives about a particular bill or company that you are targeting.



Also see Leafleting and Ordering Materials for tabling events.