A little known and awesome thing about the City of Vancouver, is that the city actually encourages neighborhood block parties. On your street! It doesn't cost a thing... they provide the barriers, and it's a great way to get to know your neighbors and hang out on your street with a beer in tow without worrying about getting hit by a car...
"Whatever the motive, block parties often lead to further gatherings of neighbours and may lead to neighbourhood improvements such as a crosswalk, new playground equipment, or a neighbourhood clean up campaign.
One does not have to live in a district of single family homes to be involved in a block party. Block parties can happen in common spaces in townhouse complexes, in front of apartment buildings or in a park near a condominium. A block party is simply a group of neighbours working together to organize an event for their neighbourhood."
We went to one the other day, and it was great!
Lots of great food!
Pinatas and rabid kids...
and great tunes provided by Rich Hope!
I'm thinking that next year, I'm gonna throw me a block party! What about you?
