Neighbor Week - February 8-14, 2026
This year, celebrate Neighbor Week by building stronger connections in your neighborhood. Explore principles that inspire connection and support, discover practical ways to engage with those around you, and learn how to become a Neighborhood Ambassador to make a lasting impact in your neighborhood. Let’s work together to create more connected and vibrant neighborhoods!
Say Hi and Connect with a Neighbor - Door Hanger
"Say Hi and Connect with a Neighbor" encourages building connections in your neighborhood. Download a door hanger, request to have hangers dropped off at your door* or pick one up at City Hall’s NECCO Department to get started.
Cook and Connect with a Neighbor
"Cook and Connect with a Neighbor" by sharing your favorite recipes! Download a blank recipe card, request to have cards dropped off at your door* or pick them up at City Hall’s NECCO Department to start swapping delicious ideas.
Download card Other Winter Connection Activities
Who is my neighbor?
MU Extension offers a simple chart to help you get to know and remember your neighbors, making it easier to build meaningful connections. Learning and using the names of your immediate neighbors is a great first step. You can find the link to this helpful resource here. How many of them can you fill out now? Let’s make it a goal to get that chart filled in 2025!
Good Neighbor Pledge
In 2023, David Burton introduced the "Engaged Neighbor" principles to inspire community connection and support. Embrace these principles by adding your name to the pledge and committing to being the change you want to see in your neighborhood.
Become a Neighborhood Ambassador
Become a Neighborhood Ambassador and serve as a key connector for your community, addressing, promoting improvements, identifying problems, and sharing valuable resources with neighbors. Whether organizing a block party or engaging with neighbors online, Ambassadors play a vital role in building connections and fostering pride in their neighborhoods.
Learn more Become a Neighborhood Ambassador
Plan Now, Party Later
Winter is the perfect time to start planning a summer block party. Neighbor Week invites residents to use this quieter season to:
• Meet neighbors and exchange contact information
• Identify who might want to help host or plan
• Pick a tentative summer date
• Talk about simple ideas (potluck, games, music, kids’ activities)
No permits or details needed yet—just start the conversation. Even one connection now makes it easier to gather later.
Stay Informed
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The “Engaged Neighbor Pledge” and “Who is My Neighbor?” activities were created by David Burton, a community development specialist with the University of Missouri Extension for over 22 years. Based in Springfield (Greene County), David develops educational programs focused on leadership and fostering engaged communities.
*Contact us here to have door hangers and recipes cards delivered to your front door. Also for more information on how you can be a part of the Neighborhood Excellence Initiative.