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EARTH DAY was a wonderful success

Sharing the message of SYLNight was very warmly received. Not only did we speak to individuals wanting to get their neighborhood groups (civic leagues/HOAs) involved in the luminary event this December, but there were many that had no representation in their neighborhood and will be working to organize and help nurture this event to unite their neighbors.

Soon, we will be listing the RAFFLE WINNERS from today's event. There will be three lucky winners. One will win the very first SYLNight t-shirt with IAC, CCO and First Atlantic Restoration's logo depicting neighbors walking and building camaraderie with other neighbors. The second winner will receive a tote-bag with the same photo and logos. And the THIRD winner will receive 20 free luminaries (bases, LED tea lights, bags) for their home this December.

Please, share this message with everyone on your email list. This event, although blooming in Va. Beach has and will continue to grow outside our boarders. This event is for EVERYONE!

To all that I spoke with today, thank you for sharing all of the words of encouragement and for pledging not only to participate, but to help network for this cause to unite. It is greatly appreciated.
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DO YOU WANT TO HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Illuminate that golden thread that unites us all... be part of Share Your Light Night each year.

WHAT: Luminaries are illuminated bags set in a line creating a ribbon of light symbolizing neighborhood unity.

WHEN: EVERY YEAR - Generally held on the second Saturday in December each year starting between 6-7PM. It could also be organized for National Night Out in August, or every year for 9-11.

The official time and date is set by each neighborhood organization (civic league, neighborhood watch, unite community neighbor leaders). Each participating group from this time forward are invited to be part of this blog so that they can share their stories, photos, and success.

WHERE: Along the edge of property lines or common areas when permission is granted.

HOW: Coordinate through your Civic League, HOA/Condo Association, Neighborhood Watch group, House of Worship or other community based group. However, as an individual, you can seed this event on your own by getting 3 or so of your neighbors to participate with you.

WHY: SEE LIST BELOW - BENEFITS

THE COST: It depends upon you and your neighborhood organization. For more information, contact Illuminate A Cause, LLC at 757-714-2772.

BENEFITS - What difference can this event make?

One word:
EMPOWERMENT...

FOR THE CITY:
By empowering citizens to show solidarity, citizens will work as partners with each other, local Police Departments, Parks and Rec and youth to create solutions to crime and other social issues.

FOR UNITED NEIGHBOR COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS:
Empowerment and improved safety and security for the neighborhood. Validation of the value of civic leagues and homeowner associations.

FOR NEIGHBORHOODS:
Neighborhood unity and camaraderie, a safer community less prone to vandalism.

FOR THE CITIZENS:
Better communications and closer relationships between the citizens, civic leagues, city representatives and law enforcement agencies is a good thing. It reduces cost and improves efficiency.

Video of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania sharing their light.

Will you participate?

Pledge Form

Grassroots SYLNight Video