March 2024 | Spring Edition

The holiday season is a perfect time to connect with your neighbors. Here are some of the upcoming neighborhood events that are bringing neighbors together this holiday!

Now that the weather is warming up, keep your neighborhood's tidy with a cleanup and some landscaping!

Engaging with your neighbors is essential for community building host a happy hour at your neighborhood restaurant or bar for a moment to connect.

Needing to raise funds for your neighborhood? Host fundraisers with businesses who are willing to donate back a portion of their proceeds.

Neighborhood Engagement tips!

• Outdoor Movie Night: Host an outdoor movie night in a local park or common area, inviting neighbors to bring blankets and snacks for an evening of entertainment and camaraderie under the stars. At the Neighborhood Alliance, you can rent our projector and screen for your upcoming outdoor movie night.
• Garage Sales: Declutter and make extra cash by hosting a neighborhood garage sale, promoting sustainable living through the reuse of goods. Don't forget to get your permit from the city.
• Community Art Project: Collaborate on a community art project such as a mural or sculpture installation, inviting neighbors of all ages to contribute their creativity and talents to beautify shared spaces and create lasting works of art.
• Outdoor Fitness Classes: Arrange outdoor fitness classes such as yoga, tai chi, or group walks/jogs in a nearby park or green space, encouraging neighbors to stay active and connect with nature while fostering a sense of well-being and community.
• Block Party: Plan a block party with games, music, and food where neighbors can socialize and get to know each other better, strengthening bonds and building a sense of belonging within the community.
• Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt: Plan a neighborhood scavenger hunt with clues and challenges that lead participants to discover hidden gems, historical landmarks, and points of interest within the community, encouraging exploration and discovery while building connections among neighbors.
• Community Book Exchange: Set up a community book exchange station where neighbors can borrow, lend, or donate books, fostering a culture of literacy and lifelong learning within the neighborhood.
• Outdoor Art Walk: Organize an outdoor art walk featuring local artists' work displayed in front yards, gardens, or public spaces throughout the neighborhood, providing opportunities for residents to appreciate and support the arts while exploring their surroundings.
• Neighborhood Picnic: Organize a neighborhood picnic in a local park or green space, encouraging residents to bring their favorite dishes to share and enjoy an afternoon of food, fun, and fellowship.

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