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As part of Dr. Vivek H. Murthy’s "Recipes for Connection" initiative, the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General features Block Party USA as a resource that supports building social connection through gathering.
The Power of Play: Critical for Kids (and Adults!)
We are only just beginning to realize that human connection needs to be a priority in our daily lives. Our next step, right alongside that, is to understand play as a priority, not just as an opportunity for connection, but as critical to the well-being of children, teens, and adults.
5 hours ago3 min read
One month away from America's 250th birthday!
Today marks just one month until America’s 250th birthday!
Jun 42 min read
May-cember is almost over and American Summer has begun!
Our resiliency, as humans, rests on our social connections. Our ability to cope and navigate adversity and dark times depends heavily on our relationships and community support. We’ve lost so much of that, and it’s time to bring it back.
May 284 min read
Are these hurdles holding you back?
I’ve heard from so many of you that you absolutely love the idea of getting together with your neighbors, but you haven’t organized a block party (micro-local neighborhood gathering) yet. It’s important to get curious about what’s getting in the way of you hosting one, so you can know you’re not alone in what’s holding you back, but that these are hurdles that you can absolutely overcome.
Apr 233 min read
We are not powerless. See how you can make real change.
Research shows that children’s well-being and resilience rest firmly on the primary caregivers' well-being and resilience. If the adults in their lives aren’t okay, kids can't be okay. Where are we adults finding joy, belonging, and connection?
Apr 152 min read
Introducing American Summer • Your neighborhood needs you – and you need it.
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, Block Party USA is launching American Summer — a nationwide call to revive the forgotten tradition of neighborhood block parties, from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, with a special focus on July 3rd, 4th, and America’s Potluck on July 5th.
Apr 12 min read
Pi, Pie, or Pineapple?
Despite the name, Block Party USA is not just about block parties. Our focus is micro-local neighborhood gatherings (you can see how that would be a little too wordy for a website name 😉).
These neighborhood gatherings take all different forms.
Mar 102 min read
The second most deadly mental illness…
Many people don’t realize that eating disorders are the second most deadly mental illnesses, only after opioid addiction.
Feb 273 min read
Are you looking for the helpers?
Everything changes when we give attention to that which we want to see more of. We grow it in our minds and hearts, become connected to it, and it strengthens us, our families, our neighborhoods, and our nation.
Feb 193 min read
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