RTV# 23 - MORE little things we can all do

A Year of Raising the Village - Week# 23 


Small things continue! Keep adding - MORE little things we can all do to build community.

Last week generated some interesting comments and a “we can do it” attitude! Let’s keep the simple things going. 
The photo here is a bit out of season, but one reader's comment last week jogged a great memory of helping our neighbours in the snow.  Summer time versions of the same thing.... water a veggie garden, mow a lawn, weed a flower bed.


This week’s community raising tips come from a group focused on spreading progressive social messaging. We again picked 10 of our favourite “small things” and provided a little commentary. The tips are from a popular “how to build community” poster from the Syracuse Cultural Workers:

1. Look up when you are walking   (simple, right?! eye contact people!)
2. Use your library   (gone are the days of shhhh in the library - chat about the books)
3. Pick Up Litter   (and ask others to join you)
4. Put up a Swing   (especially if you don't have kids!)
5. Help Carry Something Heavy   (or light...or...)
6. Start A Tradition   (what a fun challenge)
7. Ask A Question   (when's the last time you had a curious pause in your day?)
8. Hire Young People for Odd Jobs   (good all around)
9. Bake Extra and Share   (not a baker? buy a little extra and share)
10. Ask For Help When You Need It   (this is a big stretch for some people - try it!)

For the full community building list and to see the many visual materials this group passionately promotes go to: http://syracuseculturalworkers.com/postcard-how-build-community

Village Raising Question: Notice. Look around. What are the little things that bring you a sense of community? Tell us about them.