Shabbos Mevarchim
Our preparations, which span the entire period of the Sefirah, should be stepped up on Shabbos Mevarchim Sivan—the day we elicit blessing and ability to receive the Torah.
For that reason, it would be an excellent idea to hold gatherings in synagogues and study halls on both the Shabbos before Rosh Chodesh Sivan, as well as the Shabbos before Shavuos. These gatherings are for the purpose of studying Torah. Our Sages taught that such gatherings should be made every Shabbos of the year; certainly, then, we should make this practice a priority before the festival of Shavuos.
Gather a Minyan
Ideally, we should gather a quorum of at least ten Jews to study Torah—for “G-d’s Presence rests among every group of ten who sit and occupy themselves with Torah,” and “the King is glorified by the presence of many subjects.”
Focus on the Practical
Inspire the participants in these gatherings to begin their spiritual preparations for Shavuos; they should work on personal refinement as well as striving to have a positive influence on others. It can be explained how these resolutions could be put into practice immediately. The participants could encourage more people to come and study Torah at these gatherings—and especially, to bring people to hear the Torah being read publicly.
