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Thank You, Westside Neighbors, for an Amazing August Block Party!

Thank You, Westside Neighbors, for an Amazing August Block Party!

What a night to remember! We want to thank all of our Westside neighbors who joined us this August for our annual Neighborhood Block Party. Your smiles, laughter, and energy made the evening truly special.

From the moment the first snow cones and bags of popcorn were served to the last song of the night, the celebration was filled with joy. We enjoyed live music and the incredible beats of DJ Monk, bounce houses for the kids, and homemade hot dogs courtesy of Bobby — a big hit alongside the variety of food and desserts our community brought to share.

The kids had a blast playing mini carnival games with our team, and their excitement was contagious. Even though it was another hot and humid day, we stayed cool under the tents with plenty of ice, cold drinks, and water stations.

This year, over 200 neighbors came together to eat, dance, play, and connect — a true celebration of community spirit.

As we look ahead to next year, we’d love your feedback! We’ll be sending out a survey soon to hear your ideas on how we can make next year’s Block Party even better. Your input will help us continue to grow, improve, and keep building with the strong Westside community we’re so proud of.

Thank you again for being part of this unforgettable evening. Here’s to many more celebrations together!

Your Neighborhood Block Party Team

 

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