Constituent Coffee with Senator Crapo

Every Tuesday morning when the Senate is in session, Senator Crapo hosts a weekly coffee for Idahoans who are visiting Washington, DC.  This is an opportunity for Idahoans to meet Senator Crapo and visit briefly.  Families are welcome to bring their children to the coffee.

The coffee runs from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. Eastern in The Idaho Room of Senator Crapo's Washington, DC, office, 239 Dirksen Senate Office Building.  A photographer will be on hand to take your photo with the Senator.  Senator James E. Risch is invited to join Senator Crapo each week, although his schedule may not always allow him to attend.

In order to accommodate everyone who wants to participate, please RSVP to (202) 224-6142 with your name, phone number and how many people will be coming with you.

2009 Coffee Schedule

February 3 , 10 and 24                        March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 April 21 and 28 May 5, 12 and 19 June 2, 9, 16 and 23 July 7, 14, 21 and 28 August 4 September 8, 15, 22 and 29 October 6 and 27 and each Tuesday until the Senate adjourns for 2009

 

Frequently-Asked Questions

What is the Constituent Coffee?

Every Tuesday morning when the Senate is in session, Senator Crapo hosts Idaho State residents who are visiting Washington, DC, to meet him in his office. This "get acquainted" session is an opportunity to meet Senators Crapo Risch.

What happens at the Constituent Coffee?

You'll have a chance to have a picture taken with the Senator. Senator Crapo offers everyone an opportunity to introduce themselves to find out where they're from and what they're interested in. Senator Crapo gives an update on the issues the Senate is currently debating. Finally, Senator Crapo takes questions from constituents. His legislative staff is also available at the coffee.

How do I sign up?

Call my Washington, D.C. office at 202-224-6142.  With enough notice, you can also arrange to have a U.S. Capitol tour immediately following the Constituent Coffee.  You can make those arrangements at the same time that you RSVP for the Constituent Coffee.

Do I need to dress up for the morning coffee with the Senator?

No. Some guests are here on business. Others are here on vacation. It is not necessary to dress up for the event.

Should I bring my camera so I can get a picture taken with the Senator?

There is no need to do so, as we will have a photographer there to take your photo with the Senator.  We will also mail the photo to you. There is not enough time to have people take pictures with their individual cameras.

Will food be available at the morning coffee?

Coffee, orange juice and light refreshments will be available.  There is a Coffee Shop in the basement of the Russell Building and a cafeteria in the basement of the Dirksen Building if you wish to purchase additional food.

Can I bring my kids to the coffee? Are students welcome?

Absolutely. Senator Crapo hopes young people will take advantage of this opportunity to connect with their government.

Will I have time to discuss a specific issue with Senator Crapo?

Because of time constraints, the coffee is a "get acquainted" opportunity.  While you may be able to ask the Senator a question or share a comment with him, this is not a good opportunity for a detailed discussion that takes time away from other constituents.  If you wish to schedule a separate appointment, please do so through Senator Crapo's Executive Assistant; information on making such requests is available here on the Scheduling Information page of this website.