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Promote community bonding by hosting a fun, BBQ mixer. Often, people do not seem to know their neighbours well, if at all - break this cycle by bringing members of your community together and getting to know one another over a delicious meal!
How might this help your community?
How might this help your community?
The goal is to get members of the community to connect and form bonds with one another. The BBQ makes for a fun atmosphere where people can do exactly that.
After the pandemic, people have gotten increasingly isolated. This will encourage members of the neighbourhood to get to know each other, and ultimately foster a sense of community.
TIPS FOR WHEN & WHERE
TIPS FOR WHEN & WHERE
During a sunny summer afternoon
At a local park
Suggested Action Plan
Suggested Action Plan
Find a local park to host the BBQ. Check the weather, and set a date.
Create, print and distribute flyers for the event. Indicate that bringing your own dishes is welcome.
Ensure attendees sign- up through text, email, or Google Forms. Make sure attendees indicate any food restrictions.
See if any of the attendees can provide a BBQ and any necessary tools. If not, you may have to rent.
Based on the number of sign-ups, buy an appropriate amount of food. Make sure to include halal and veggie/vegan options.
Run the event!
POTENTIAL RESOURCES
POTENTIAL RESOURCES
✓ A local park
✓ Food for the attendees ($100)
✓ BBQ + tools rental ($100)
✓ Flyers to print out (around $10)
HELPFUL LINKS
HELPFUL LINKS
Tips on hosting a community BBQ: https://www.genesisland.com/how-to-host-a-community-bbq/
A BBQ Checklist: https://www.naturefresh.ca/summer-bbq-checklist-and-tips/
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