TELL US: What Makes a Good Neighbor?
Today is National Good Neighbor Day. Share your stories about the neighbors who make Ferndale a great place to live.
A good neighbor comes in many forms.
It may be someone who keeps an eye on your kids when they’re playing outside or someone who pet sits for you when your family is on vacation. Some even go above and beyond to make your community a great place to live by picking up trash in neighborhood parks or volunteering to start youth programs at the local library.
Celebrate the people who make your community thrive by honoring them on National Good Neighbor Day on Friday.
The concept of National Good Neighbor Day began in the early 1970s, when Montana resident Becky Mattson pushed to create a holiday that would recognize people who make their neighborhoods a great place to live.
The annual event became a National Holiday in 2003 when Senator Max Baucus sponsored a U. S. resolution naming Sept. 28 National Good Neighbor Day.
Are there people in your community who exemplify being a good neighbor? Today is a good time to tell them that you—and the entire neighborhood—appreciate all they do.
TELL US: Who are the great neighbors in town? Who makes Ferndale a great place to live? Honor them by sharing your story in the comments section below.
Citizens for a Fair Ferndale
5:11 pm on Friday, September 28, 2012
Citizens for a Fair Ferndale ("CFF") holds an annual event called the "Good Neighbors = Strong Community Awards." Award winners are recognized by their actions—no matter how big or small—that promote quality and the mission of CFF (see below). We especially wanted to give a nod to those who are not often recognized for their efforts; there are so many people who are not necessarily public figures who are just as important to the strength of our community. You can learn more about the awards at our website, www.fairferndale.org.
The mission of Citizen’s for a Fair Ferndale is to foster a community that is dedicated to the fair and equal treatment of all residents and visitors regardless of sexual orientation, race, color, religion, gender, age, height, weight, familial status, national origin, physical or mental disability. Check our website or email CFF48220@gmail.com for more information.
Citizens for a Fair Ferndale
5:54 pm on Friday, September 28, 2012
Oops... make that "equality" (although we highly value quality, as well).
Oh yeah, and "like" us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/fairferndale