Coffee, Laughs, & Chats
Coffee, Laughs & Chats is a laid-back series celebrating new voices, creativity, talent, and everyday life. Each month, you'll meet a variety of interesting individuals that help make our communities better. From everyday neighbors and entrepreneurs to helpful tips and "day in the life" stories, you will be part of the conversation. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, but always real! Interested in joining our panel for future discussions, or want to learn more? Click HERE
October Feature
All Aboard the Hot Mess Express
We're talking paychecks, playdates and that never ending pile of laundry. I am so excited to have four amazing professional women join me for this one. They'll keep it real with true life chaos, plenty of laughs and a reminder that none of us really have it all figured out.
Hot Mess Express panelists have been selected. The chat will drop sometime before October 31, so plan to grab your coffee and join us.
November Feature
Black Friday Cart Wars - Past and Present
Black Friday Cart Wars - From Elbow Throws to Promo Codes. Do you have hilarious shopping war stories from Black Friday pasts? Are you an online shopping phenom in pajamas with a click and a coupon code? Do you shop all year to avoid the rush? Are you a retail employee dreading the day? If so, join us as a panelist.
We'll sip coffee, laugh about the chaos and chat about how Black Friday shopping has changed from doorbusters and fisticuffs to wi-fi crashes and shipping delays. We'll also share tried and true tips for newbies and share the "unofficial rules" of Black Friday shopping.
Interested in being a panelist?
Are you a veteran door buster hero, a retail employee/insider information, have online shopping down to an art, or a coupon/bargain expert? Let's talk!
December Feature
Santa Claus is out of Duct Tape & Patience.
The holidays are supposed to be magical, but sometimes, magic comes with burnt cookies, tangled lights, and relatives you didn't know could argue about anything.
Four fearless panelists share their funniest, messiest, and most relatable holiday disasters about the Christmas where everything went sideways. Let's be honest, if you're not living Christmas Chaos, you're probably doing it wrong.
Interested in being a panelist?
Are you an overwhelmed holiday host, a DIY Expert, a retail/service frontliner, a pet owner, new parent, empty nester, or a teacher just waiting for Christmas break? Let's talk!
January
New Year, New Laughs
Sips, Smiles and Starting Fresh 2026
Ringing in 2026 with humor. We'll focus on resolutions yay or nay, fresh starts and realities of making a change.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a Professional Life Coach? Parent? Fitness Guru? Nutritionist? Financial Expert? Have an idea you think would be perfect? Let's talk?
February
Valentines
Cupid's Coffee Chat
Coffee, Laughs and Chats Valentine's Edition is all about love, laughter and, of course, coffee fueled stories. We'll talk about navigating relationships, dating disasters, and marriage or romance (you have to pick one). A mix of romance, reality and relatability. This will be a laugh-a-ganza for sure.
Interested in being a panelist? Married Couple? Single Panelist Navigating Dating World? Relationship Expert? Have an idea for this topic? Let's talk?
March
Home Improvement
Hammer, Humor and Home Hacks
Celebrating the comedy of home improvement projects. From DIY wins and fails to clever hacks that save time, money and sanity. Blending practical tips, personal stories, laughs and some professional advice to help you through it.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a professional contractor or interior designer? Homeowner with stories to share? Tradesperson or Technician (Electrician, Carpenter, Plumber), Organization Expert? Have an idea for this topic? Let's talk?
April
Behind the Gig
Late Nights, Laughs & Living Life on Repeat
We're going behind the scenes of a musician's life with our panel of industry pros. From gig mishaps and late-night lessons to musician chatter, and the "why" behind the pursuit. This coffee chat blends humor, honesty and reflection. Expect plenty of laughs as we dive into the chaos, comedy and the unexpected surprised of a live performance.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a working musician, music manager, sound engineer, promoter, studio musician, club owner or music teacher? Let's talk!
May
Customer Service
Cubicle Confessions
This month we're stepping into the world behind the headset and cubicle wall where customer service heroes endure the funny, frustrating, and sometimes absurd realities of helping others. Celebrating humor, resilience and life lessons such as, unusual customer requests, workplace chaos, work life balance, office politics, cubicle quirks and the daily grind of keeping cool under pressure.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you, or have you worked as a customer service representative, call center agent, team lead, or supervisor? Are you a customer who would like to share your experience with call centers? If so, please press 1. Seriously, Let's talk!
June
Home Ownership
American Dream or DIY Nightmare
This month we'll dive into the hilarious adventures of home ownership. From dream renovations to DIY epic fails. "Simple fixes" rarely exist and "difficult" often ends is disaster. Homeownership is all about struggle and triumphs. There is humor in homeownership, but sometimes it takes a while to see it.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a realtor, contractor, interior designer, home inspector, or mortgage lender? Have an idea for this topic? Let's talk! .
July
Red, White and Brewed
Fourth of July Celebrations and Laughs
Join us as we chat about backyard barbecues, fireworks, family antics and all the quirky mishaps that make the 4th unforgettable.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a BBQ guru, chef, community event organizer, or just have hilarious 4th of July stories to share? Let's talk!
August
Time Management
Apparently Napping Isn't Productive
This month we're jumping into the chaotic world of time management. From juggling work, family, households, and hobbies to procrastination, calendar chaos and the never -ending to-do list, our panel will discuss it all. As always, grab a cup of coffee and join us for funny stories and practical tips.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you a time management expert, entrepreneur juggling responsibilities of a new business and homelife, student juggling college and employment, mom or dad juggling work, kids, activities and more or have an idea for this topic? Let's talk!
September
Labor Day Meets Expectant Moms
Now that's hard work
This roundtable celebrates both the Labor Day holiday, honoring hard work, long weekend and the very real, often hilarious expectant mom labor tales.
Interested in being a panelist? Are you expecting a child? Have you recently had a baby? Are you a seasoned mom with stories to share? Are you an expectant father with input you're dying to share? Have an idea for this topic? Let's talk!