In a study done by UC Berkeley, they found that people who did micro-acts of joy over a week experienced a 25% increase in emotional well-being. Now imagine what could happen if you expanded to bigger acts over the course of a year!
Connecting with others is vital for our overall health, and having a sense of community can bring people together. As a result, you'll build meaningful relationships that'll withstand the tests of time.
Need some help with creative neighborhood events? Then here's your seasonal HOA idea guide that'll have everyone bonding all year round.
Spring Ideas
Spring is the season of new life, so there's no better way to celebrate than having a garden competition. Encourage the residents to showcase their landscaping or garden spaces, and award them for creativity or sustainability.
You can also organize a community-wide festival with flower-themed decorations. Set up food trucks and craft stations so people can mingle while eating and creating.
Summer Ideas
This summer, take charge and ensure that everyone enjoys the good weather with hot HOA seasonal activities. Throw a block party with music, food, and activities for kids, such as water games or inflatable slides. If your HOA has a pool, you can also celebrate the start of summer with a pool party.
To keep your residents cool, host an ice cream social as well. This is one of the best community engagement ideas, as everyone will cool down while chatting.
When July 4th rolls around, organize a community parade. Encourage your residents to decorate their bikes, wagons, or golf carts.
Fall Ideas
Halloween is an age-old American holiday that people young and old love. Get everyone into the spirit by having a Halloween decoration contest. Offer prizes for the spookiest or most creative house decorations.
In addition, have a harvest festival. Celebrate the season with:
- Pumpkin painting
- A petting zoo
- Hayrides
- Outdoor bonfires
Lastly, you can certainly boost HOA participation by hosting an amazing Thanksgiving potluck. Have the residents bring dishes to share and give thanks together.
Winter Ideas
Get into the holiday spirit by having a holiday lights tour. Create a map of homes with impressive holiday decorations and encourage residents to tour the neighborhood.
They can then end their tour at a winter wonderland event. Put out festive decorations, set up hot cocoa stands, and play cheerful holiday music.
To give back to the community, organize a toy or food drive. You'll build both community spirit and goodwill!
Use This Seasonal HOA Idea Guide for Success
This seasonal HOA idea guide has only explored several concepts, from springtime garden competitions to winter holiday lights tours.
So don't be afraid to get creative and have fun when you do your year-round HOA planning. As long as you give it your all, your residents are sure to appreciate the resulting community bonding.
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