{"id":15546,"date":"2023-09-08T09:08:03","date_gmt":"2023-09-08T14:08:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/?p=15546"},"modified":"2023-09-08T09:08:03","modified_gmt":"2023-09-08T14:08:03","slug":"block-party-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/block-party-ideas","title":{"rendered":"17 Block Party Ideas for Fun Neighborhood Festivities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15550\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/people-eating-on-a-sidewalk.jpeg\" alt=\"Block party ideas: neighbors eating outdoors\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/people-eating-on-a-sidewalk.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/people-eating-on-a-sidewalk-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/people-eating-on-a-sidewalk-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">neighborhood block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a fantastic way to bring people together, celebrate a moment, and get to know your neighbors a little better. If you\u2019re thinking of hosting a party soon, you\u2019ll love these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With these party planning tips for your upcoming <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll have no shortage of fun with a lively atmosphere, engaging activities, and food and drinks everyone will love.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><b>Block Party Ideas:<\/b><b> 17 Ways to Gather With Neighbors<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to host the best <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your neighborhood has ever seen? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get together<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with your neighbors and use these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you all plan an incredible event. Whether you\u2019re opting for a <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/party-themes-for-adults\">creative party theme<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, celebrating a special moment, or simply want to connect with neighbors, get ready to have a blast.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Celebrate a Special Occasion<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15547\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15547\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15547\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Bold-Stars-And-Stripes-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Bold Stars and Stripes Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Bold-Stars-And-Stripes-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Bold-Stars-And-Stripes-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15547\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Anna K Design<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> isn\u2019t a regular feature on your schedule, chances are you\u2019re getting together to celebrate a holiday or usher in the new season. Maybe you\u2019re thinking of having a <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/halloween-party-ideas\">Halloween party<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or a <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/fourth-of-july-party-ideas\">4th of July celebration<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Or perhaps you want to start an annual <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/friendsgiving-invitations\">Friendsgiving tradition<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with your neighbors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting everyone together to celebrate a season, tradition, or historical moment is a great way to bond with the people you live <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">next door<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to \u2014 and you can use a themed invitation like this <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/bold-stars-and-stripes\/blue\/fourth-of-july\">Bold Stars and Stripes invite<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Set a Theme<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While a theme isn\u2019t required, it certainly gives a sense of cohesion to your party planning. Add a theme to your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">neighborhood block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to give it a sense of excitement and make it a not-to-be-missed event. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a retro <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, rainbow <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, sport-themed bash, or <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/party-theme-ideas\">any party theme of your choice<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Send <\/b><b>Block Party<\/b><b> Invitations<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15552\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15552\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15552\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Summerfest-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Block party ideas: Summerfest Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Summerfest-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Summerfest-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15552\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Cynthia Jacquette Art and Design<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unite the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">whole neighborhood<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and generate excitement with an on-theme <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> invitation. Greenvelope has hundreds of <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/\">online invitations<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can customize to get the word out. Choose a design that matches your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party theme<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or the street party vibe, like this <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/summerfest\/green\/summer-party\">Summerfest invite<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Update the layout, fonts, colors, and wording to create the perfect <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> invitation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Invite Everyone to Contribute in Their Own Way<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organizing a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a tough job if you\u2019re doing it solo. Before the big event, set up a meeting and invite your neighbors to get involved in some way. Maybe they can help set up a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">barricade<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for safety, steward the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bike parade<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, host a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">face-painting<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> stall, or help with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">clean-up<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the end of the celebration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Hand Out <\/b><b>Sidewalk Chalk<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make your entire block feel colorful and alive with the help of sideboard chalk. Gather a collection of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sidewalk chalk<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sticks in different colors and hand them out to all the kids in your neighborhood. Invite them to get creative and express joy through color and art.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Have Fun with <\/b><b>Water Balloons<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While many people would love a neighborhood <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/pool-party-ideas-for-adults\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>pool party<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, that\u2019s not always possible. If you\u2019re looking to include water as part of a <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/summer-party-ideas\">summertime soiree<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, organize a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">water balloon toss<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or schedule a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">water balloon<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fight. Set up a dedicated space for this so that only those who want to get wet do!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>7. Bring Out the Board Games<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15549\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15549\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15549\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Game-Night-Invitation-2.jpg\" alt=\"Block party ideas: Game Night Invitiation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Game-Night-Invitation-2.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Game-Night-Invitation-2-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15549\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: TM Stationery<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While folks will probably enjoy active games, others might want to take a break and unwind over a board game \u2014 or find out who the real chess master is. Set up a table or two for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fun games<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like checkers, dominoes, backgammon, bingo, or Scrabble. You could even make gaming the main theme of your event and host a neighborhood board game battle, complete with this matching <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/game-night\/grey\/business\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Game Night invite<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>8. Plan a <\/b><b>Scavenger Hunt<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With an entire block to roam around, you can safely organize a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scavenger hunt<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or treasure hunt for everyone to enjoy. This <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">outdoor game<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> works well for this type of event as you can hide items, ask participants to snap a photo of the found items, then show proof of discovery for a prize. That way, different people can continue to play the game throughout the event.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>9. Play <\/b><b>Carnival Games<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carnival games<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> remain a popular choice for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">neighborhood block parties<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as these<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/outdoor-party-games\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>outdoor games<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are nostalgic and easy to set up. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Block party games<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bean bag<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> toss, balloon darts, and spin the wheel are fun to get involved with \u2014 and you can always offer small prizes like candy or small toys.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>10. Set Up an Arts and Crafts Station<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a dedicated space for your guests young and old who want to spend their time getting creative. This is a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fun activity<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that\u2019s easy and affordable to set up \u2014 all you need is a good collection of paper, pens, pencils, and other art supplies. Encourage neighbors to bring art supplies for sharing and see what everyone creates!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>11. Make It an <\/b><b>Outdoor Movie<\/b><b> Night<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15551\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15551\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15551\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Starlight-Cinema-Invitation-6.jpg\" alt=\"Block party ideas: Starlight Cinema Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Starlight-Cinema-Invitation-6.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Starlight-Cinema-Invitation-6-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15551\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can make it happen, an<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/outdoor-movie-night\">outdoor movie night<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a fantastic <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">neighborhood block party idea<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Set up a projector and screen, bring along some chairs and blankets, and enjoy a communal movie-watching experience. Screen a classic flick or one that matches your theme and don\u2019t forget the popcorn and snacks. Use this <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/starlight-cinema\/grey\/adult-birthday\">Starlight Cinema invite<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to let everyone know the plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>12. Host a Competition<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The competitive neighbors among your group will love the chance to compete, so set up a contest or two to get them involved. Host a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">karaoke<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> competition, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet parade<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">inflatable<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> limbo competition, or even a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">talent show<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where everyone can showcase their hidden talents.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>13. Set Up a Drink Station<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Block parties<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are full of energy, so you\u2019ll want to give your guests somewhere that they can refresh and recharge. Set up a beverage station with chilled drinks, fruit juices, and plenty of ice. Mix it up with bottles of bubbly and other wine, beer, or DIY cocktails along with alcohol-free drinks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>14. Make It a <\/b><b>Potluck<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so many people coming along, cooking can be a challenge. That\u2019s why a <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/potluck-invitation\">potluck party<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a popular approach for neighborhood gatherings. This is one of those <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that ensures you have plenty of food, a great variety of dishes, and an easy way for everyone to contribute.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make sure you\u2019re organized and have a good mix of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">appetizers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, mains, and sides, be sure to add the details to your digital invitations. That\u2019s the beauty of using Greenvelope\u2019s email invites \u2013 you can easily track RSVPs, <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/support.greenvelope.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360022524634-Create-Survey-Questions-e-g-Meal-Choices\">create menu questions<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and communicate with everyone from one simple dashboard.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>15. Plan a <\/b><b>BBQ<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_15548\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15548\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15548\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Burger-Essentials-Invitation-1.jpg\" alt=\"Burger Essentials Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Burger-Essentials-Invitation-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Burger-Essentials-Invitation-1-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15548\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Hudson Meet Rose<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For resident grillmasters, a<\/span>\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/bbq-party\">BBQ party<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cookout<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the way to go. Set up an impressive <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grill<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> area and offer plenty of options like burgers, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hot dogs<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, veggie burgers, corn on the cob, and baked potatoes. Make it a potluck and ask everyone to BYOP \u2014 bring your own protein \u2014 and contribute a side dish.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To create anticipation for the big <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BBQ<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> block party, you can\u2019t go wrong with this <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/burger-essentials\/green\/entertaining\">Burger Essentials invite<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>16. Have Plenty of Dessert Options<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many people, dessert is the star of the show. Set up an<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepioneerwoman.com\/food-cooking\/meals-menus\/a102571\/how-to-set-up-an-ice-cream-bar\/\"><strong>ice cream<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> bar<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where people can customize their own <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ice cream<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sundaes. Along with this (or instead of), you could create a donut wall, have a cookie decorating area, or organize a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fire pit<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so everyone can roast their own <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s\u2019mores<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>17. Give Party Favors<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">neighborhood block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> isn\u2019t like a traditional birthday party or baby shower, it\u2019s still a sweet idea to hand out party favors \u2014 at least to all the kids. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bubble wands<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, flower garlands, keyrings, and snack bags are all great options.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Host an Impressive <\/b><b>Get-Together<\/b><b> with These <\/b><b>Block Party Ideas<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether this is your first time planning a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">neighborhood bash<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or you\u2019re a seasoned pro, we hope this list of ideas gives you some new inspiration for your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">next block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Whatever the theme, season, or occasion, you\u2019ll have a fun <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get-together<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that strengthens bonds among your neighbors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have all the party details planned, use our<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/entertaining-invitations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>entertaining invitations<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to spread the word about your celebration. Customize the design to feature all your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> details, then send your invites out via email or text to reach everyone and watch those RSVPs roll in!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A neighborhood block party is a fantastic way to bring people together, celebrate a moment, and get to know your neighbors a little better. If you\u2019re thinking of hosting a party soon, you\u2019ll love these block party ideas. 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