Backyard and Outdoor Living

Word on the street

with more and more of us staying closer to home these days, a neighbourhood party is a great way to entertain at home in your own backyard. Your guests don’t have to travel, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to get to know your neighbours and build relationships.

Maybe you’ve just moved into the street, or you want to get to know the people three doors down you’ve lived near for years. Building connections with neighbours creates a sense of belonging, develops trust, and can make us feel safer in this ever-changing world.

But of course, even the most causal get-together needs planning. What sort of event will you host? How will you cater food and drinks? Will it be an evening event or a daytime gathering? What do you need to do to prepare your outdoor spaces for your neighbourhood gathering?

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