For National Night Out, Collins View now goes with localized individual block parties instead of one neighborhood-wide event. It is a long term successful tradition for the neighborhood.
Some of our block parties have been celebrated for 16 years (and counting).
Nationwide, there is a Night Out on the first Tuesday of August.
NATW.org
Prior to the pandemic, CVNA also held a summer potluck picnic on the Lewis & Clark College campus, with the college and local business contributing.
This blog post celebrates an exemplary Night Out event, and another special event.
Tuesday - Aug 2, 2022 on Corbett Lane
Corbett Lane is perfect for such a party. It can be closed easily, with access at both ends.
BBQ, food tables, and beverage tent on the right.
The organizers provide tables, awnings, a beverage tent, trash, and VOLUNTEER grill masters! It's a Potluck. They do it so well!
We are not sure, but someone contracted for special entertainment...
Celebrity appearance by the Unipiper!
Word has it, after dark the Unipiper was blowing flames out of the pipes!
Schools Out picnic... June 12? 2021
This event was something that just had to be done, to celebrate the end of school during the pandemic.
Corbett Lane Kids with Ice Cream
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Corbett Lane - School's Out! Party 2021
References, for Next year!
Find out ideas, the benefits of registering as a NNO with City: free “Swag”; visits from public safety personnel (Fire, Police, Crime Prevention, and more); contact your Crime Prevention Coordinator to arrange Swag pick-up; options for lawn signs; receive Crime Prevention materials and handouts and more.
Learn more about hosting a party;
Apply for a Block Party permit:
[LINK]
Step-by-step tasks when planning a NNO party:
[LINK]
Getting a Permit for Street Closure
If you are closing down your street for your party, you will need to complete a Street Closure Application with the Portland Bureau of Transportation at:
[PERMIT]
For questions and help completing the Block Party Application forms,
contact PBOT 503-823-4003, or send email to
[pbotblockparty@portlandoregon.gov]
The blog post was adapted from a very well sourced article written by M Read, published in Feb 2021 SW News.
Photo credits: J Miller, and Nancy Holmes. Editor J Miller.
Questions for Our Readers
What advice do we have for others wanting to do this in their neighborhood?
Do you have stories to share with use about your own block party successes?
Have you attended such a party in a different city or country? Tell us about it!
What dish would you prepare for such a party??
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National Night Out Parties! We do apologize for not publishing this in a more timely manner. Some other life events got in the way! Please observe the fun that can be had toward the end of summer each year.
