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1. Talk to a few other neighbors so you have some help.
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As with planning any event, the more the merrier!
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2. Decide what kind of event you want to have:
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block party
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cookout or potluck
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ice cream social
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bike parade
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3. Pick a time and a place.
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someone's yard
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nearby park
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Remember, if you want to block off any public street you will need to complete a Special Event Permit
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4. Register your event with Neighborhood Services.
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Form is available here and due by July 21
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5. Think about applying for a Neighborhood Grant to offset costs.
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Visit our grants page for applications and more info. Application deadline is July 7, 2009.
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6. Spread the word.
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Let your neighbors know what is planned
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If you need help with the flyer/invite, check out our Word template above.
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You can make free copies of your flyers and invites at Neighborhood Services
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7. Depending on what your event is, encourage neighbors to bring something:
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lawn chairs
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potluck items
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BBQ grills
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ice cream toppings
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their own plates, cups, bowls and utensils (to avoid disposables and creating a lot of trash)
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8. Other ideas
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if you have a neighborhood fire station, invite them directly
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Create a "contact map" of the neighborhood so everyone has emergency numbers for each household
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If you plan to use your neighborhood park for your Night Out, please complete a Park Use Form and fax it to Parks at 970-221-6849.
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