Do you have a special skill or area of interest you’d like to share with your neighbors? Let us know! We’re looking for articles from neighbors for this website and our quarterly newsletter. Articles can be as short as two paragraphs or much longer. We’re especially interested in articles that are informative and fun.
We’re just getting started with this website but here is a taste of some of the great articles you can look forward to over the next few months:
- Tips for keeping your bike in working shape
- Art in Woodlawn from a neighborhood artist
- Neighborhood history from Anjala Ehelebe who has written a book about Woodlawn
- Gardening tips
- Yummy recipes
- Tips for youth bike safety
- Photos of the neighborhood
And so much more! We hope you’ll be a part of the action. To get involved, contact Website //at// GoWoodlawn.com.
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I would like to see some workshops happening in the neighborhood. Energy efficiency comes to mind right now because it is winter. And with the economy the way it is…
Hey!! I am thoroughly impressed with your knowledge of Gardening Tips. Your insights into this article about Gardening Tips was well worth the the time to read it. I thank you for posting such awsome information.
I have either the ability or know how to provide workshops or just dissemination of information from knowledgeable/professional sources to our neighborhood on a variety of subjects:
energy efficiency for homes and cars
weatherizing our homes
planting & sharing vegetables & starts
how to shop to maximize our dollars
maximizing recycling efforts
how to deal with/report: suspected drug houses ~ gang activity ~ graffiti ~ cars on our streets that are not running or have expired tags or are wrecked ~ bothersome neighbors ~ unsightly yards with trash / garbage / overgrowth / vehicles / etc.
transportation options
maximizing services offered by the city, local non-profits, churches, neighborhoods, social agencies, etc.
afterschool / summer activities for our youth
social services for low-income, disabled, and seniors
bartering to exchange services, talents, needs and abilities
how to begin a block watch on your street
where to find freebies
supporting our neighbors and their businesses
computer/internet support
and probably more…….!
WHERE DO YOU WANT ME TO START??
Hi Jan,
Please see the page http://gowoodlawn.com/?page_id=18 and get in touch!
As for where to start, that’s a conversation we need to have that incorporates where your interest lies, so give that some thought as you read through the info on this site.
Cheers, Ayleen