We have moved to a new neighborhood in our same town. My daughters' attend a private school in a nearby town. What is the best way to find neighbors whose kids are similar in age to my daughters (ages 9 and 12)? We could walk our dog since a lot of the neighbors seem to walk their dogs. I'll introduce myself to our neighbors. Anything else? Is "getting to know your neighbors" still done - especially for kids?
sounds like you're already doing exactly what i'd do. also haunt the local parks, libraries, ice cream parlors and skating rinks!
:) khairete
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I would say finding a new church home if you go to church, join some community organizations, volunteer at the hospital, check the Chamber of Commerce, check local churches, community agencies, find where they serve free meals to the poor, what about volunteering at the local thrift store, find opportunities to join clubs that you are interested in such as County Extensions or quilting groups. The opportunities are there but you are going to have to put yourself out there.
I googled community organizations in Pleasant Hill and these are what came up.
This organization does fund raisers and has the vision of: "...enhanced quality of life in Pleasant Hill through inspiring and nurturing its donors and resources to respond to the challenges and needs of the community...". It sounds like a place to be and full of people that are worth knowing.
http://www.phcommunityfoundation.org/
This is a link to your city offices and all the different areas they have information on. You can find links to the Pleasant Hill Civic Action Commission on the page of the community service day link. There is a lot of information for anyone moving to this town.
http://www.ci.pleasant-hill.ca.us/
I guess my point is that you have a lot of information out there. There are many opportunities out there to meet people and by finding opportunity to serve others you will find like minded people.
have an Open House for the neighborhood....simple bbq or just desserts.
I've met some of my closest friends at the playground or park. Or enroll them in ballet, tennis, swimming, etc.--whatever age-appropriate activities they are into. Meetup.com is also a great resource. You can find interest groups near you. good luck!
The dog walking works wonders in our small neighborhood. Whenever someone new moves in and walks their dog, all of us end of meeting them.. Simply because we are either outside walking our dogs or watching the kids play...
Not sure if you have a community pool, gym or clubhouse but you could also meet that way~
Have a meet and greet party at your house. Make up some cute fliers and put them in your neighbors mail boxes---have cake and punch and chat with your new neighbors--good luck!
M
1. host an ice cream social/ meet the new neighbors.
2. host a neighborhood water fight. Have everyone bring their own water pistol.
3. host manhunt ( its hide-n-seek) at night.
4. for yourself host a womens night out at a local eatery.
We have done all these ideas and they are always a hit.
We will be moving across town 4th of July weekend so while we are busy fixing up the new house we are also busy checking out the neighborhood. So far we've met the neighbors directly across from us and 2 others - the girls across the street from us are a year younger then each of my daughters so we invited them to our end of the year party we are having at our old house. Once we are settled in we plan on having something at the new house as well - one can never have enough sillly string & water balloons! Walking ur dog is always a great way to meet people because most people tend to chat then, me.....i'm told i chat to much no matter what! Best of luck to you on your move!
