There is a growing recognition of the importance of community among the people we interviewed. Even in popular culture, people instinctively understand that the strength of their social connections greatly impacts their health, well-being, and sense of purpose. The value of local (or IRL) relationships has been gaining attention. In that spirit, a group of us worked to launch Millwood’s first annual Good Neighbor Weekend, providing an opportunity to build community with neighbors, local friends, and family.
Neighborhood impact:
- 150 neighbors participated in Millwood Impact’s Harvest Party
- HOPE Farmstead Pizza Company provided 45 pizzas for the movie night, local pubs, and the surrounding neighbors
- Pasadena Nazarene Church collected over scarves, hats, and socks for over 200 local children and adolescents
- Zion Lutheran Church offered Millwood lunch, activities for children, and a wonderful piano concert
- And countless neighborhood discussions were had about the community we want to build
Shawna Beese Mayor-elect Millwood 