3 community event ideas that bring people together

Are you looking for ideas to gather neighbors and other local residents? Community events help neighbors get to know one another, share cultures, and foster civic pride. Here are some ideas:

• Help organize a community project, such as a donation drive. Focus on gathering supplies for those who have trouble accessing or affording them, such as school supplies, books, baby items, holiday toys, or nonperishable food.
• Celebrate your neighborhood’s cultural diversity with a casual afternoon tasting menu. Then, invite guests to take a global tour by bringing a dish to share with the group.
• Arrange a community clean-up day. Promote your event via email, social media, or local businesses. For example, you could pick a weekend day to gather neighbors to spruce up a local park.