Conversations and brainstorming have begun for another SYLNight. Some speak of having their luminary event earlier in the season, some later... The question is, what do you want?
The goal is constant... to create unity in each neighborhood through SYLNight and to do this, we need to hear from neighbors.
If you would like to offer your ideas for an ideal SYLNight, email us at
shareyourlightnight@yahoo.com.
On Feb. 21st, Saturday, 1PM, community leaders that have coordinated their luminary event in years past will be meeting to discuss ideas how to build on successes to insure future displays are even more special.
If you have interest in attending, please email Brenda at shareyourlightnight@yahoo.com.
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.
