The link: http://tuxradar.com/content/spice-your-lug
Some interesting points: - A communications person, a 'leader', with jobs like: > > LUG checklist > > + Put someone in charge of the website and keep it up to date. > + Have a few people to make decisions and make someone the single point of > contact. > + Consider meeting at the weekend. > + Forge a relationship with a close LUG. > + Forge a relationship with a distant LUG. > + Hold an event, such as an installfest. > + Get in touch with local IT businesses. > + Keep Linux Format magazine informed of any developments. - Should have a 'weekly meeting': I'm not sure if the older members here who are busy with their real life can do this, but for us youngster it could be very valuable. - An up-to-date website, a mailling list etc... - Some other benefits, like O'Reilly User Group & Professional Association Program.
