Tell Us What Makes a Good Neighbor for National Good Neighbor Day?
National Good Neighbor Day is Sept. 28. Share your stories about the neighbors who make your town a great place to live.
A good neighbor comes in many forms.
It may be someone who keeps an eye on your kids when they’re playing outside or someone who pet sits for you when your family is on vacation. Some even go above and beyond to make your community a great place to live by picking up trash in neighborhood parks or volunteering to start youth programs at the local library.
Celebrate the people who make your community thrive by honoring them on National Good Neighbor Day on Sept. 28.
Take a look at some of these good neighbors in Oak Park we've profiled by clicking here.
The concept of National Good Neighbor Day began in the early 1970’s when Montana resident Becky Mattson pushed to create a holiday that would recognize people who make their neighborhoods a great place to live.
The annual event became a National Holiday in 2003 when Senator Max Baucus sponsored a U. S. resolution naming Sept. 28 National Good Neighbor Day.
Are there people in your community who exemplify being a good neighbor? Today is a good time to tell them that you—and the entire neighborhood—appreciate all they do.
TELL US: Who are the great neighbors in your town? Who makes your town a great place to live? Honor them by sharing your story in the comments section below.
patti
8:57 am on Thursday, September 27, 2012
We moved to Oak Park about a month ago, reluctantly leaving our family and home of 17 years far away in Florida. The day we arrived (sans furniture as our moving van driver was hospitalized en route) the neighbors were having a block party. A dozen kids knocked on the door inviting us to the party and adults welcomed us with phone numbers, emails, food and an evening of fun. It made a huge difference and we immediately felt like everything would be okay here. Our neighbors have continued to reach out to us with helpful hints, invitations and tips to find our way around. Everyday we feel more settled and more like it is home. Thank you to the 900 block of North East Avenue. You are awesome!
Matthew Hendrickson
9:46 am on Thursday, September 27, 2012
Hey Patti, great example of the welcoming spirit here. Thanks for sharing!