Get to know your neighbours & have some fun
Register for a block party today!
June 13, 2016 – For immediate release
Chestermere, AB – Summer is right around the corner, and what better way to kick it off than by hosting a neighbourhood block party! Booking and planning a block party is easier than ever through the City of Chestermere’s Community Services department.
“The block party program has become more popular year after year, and allows residents in the community to become more connected and get to know their neighbours in an inexpensive way,” said Beth-Anna Van Dellen, the City of Chestermere’s Community Outreach Worker.
The block party program has been offered by Community Services for several years. In 2015 over 2,000 residents attended a block party in their neighbourhood. This is an amazing program which builds a sense of connection and community within the City, as neighbours get to know and care for one another. In urban areas, this can do a great deal in reducing isolation, reliance on social services, and even crime.
To make hosting a party easier, the City of Chestermere is offering a new block party toolkit to residents who would like to get a head start on their party planning. The toolkit is easily accessible for download online. Residents will also be given other planning tools such as everything you need to plan, invite and hold the party including an invitation template, kids’ games, disposable cups and plates, and much more. Generous sponsors such as M&M Meat Shops, Lake Ridge Community Church and No Frills have partnered with the block party program this year and will offer gift certificates to residents. The City will also provide you with the barricades, a BBQ if requested, and even sometimes a special visit from one of our Firefighters can be arranged!
“While registration is always open, we encourage residents who know the dates, to book block parties early to be able to use everything the block party kit has to offer,” said Beth-Anna Van Dellen. “Last year was a huge success and we look forward to the community getting together to host various block parties this year.”
For more information on block parties visit www.chestermere.ca/blockparty or to book a block party call Beth-Anna Van Dellen, the City of Chestermere’s Community Outreach Worker, at (403) 207-7047, or email her at bvandellen@chestermere.ca.
