One Game One Community

[antholo]

I've got a curiosity about organizing a tabletop gaming program in the
style of the fashionable and popular One Book programs. Has anyone
tried such a thing?

Our community has two public libraries (plus one branch), two brick
and mortar game shops, and one large university. I'm also aware of
multiple, unrelated board gaming groups, in addition to those groups
devoted to a particular game (Magic, D&D) or more specific table top
genres (war games).

I feel that such a program could bring together some of these groups,
or at least introduce them to one another, as well as introduce the
board gaming hobby to those with minimal awareness. There are games
beyond those commonly thought of gateway titles that many gamers are
tired of playing that are easy enough to introduce new players to the
hobby (Power Grid, Dominion).

I'd love to think through the idea with anyone via email who'd be
willing to send me a note off list. I'm wondering whether such a
program is practical and considering what would need to go into the
execution. If the idea interests you, please send me a note.

Thanks!
Brian Looker