One of my goals in life is to produce a pilot Community Gathering; fine tune it; then promote the concept so that there is a Community Gathering in every neighborhood.

What is a Community Gathering?

The Community Gathering

An easy, fun way to help neighbors work together to create thriving, self-reliant communities where everyone gets their needs met.Combine the ingredients of easy accessibility: childcare, food, transportation, and a space to meet–with fun activities like music, art, and dance–throw in some learning like communication skills, and how to garden. Toss in people who want to work together to better themselves and their world.

Mix it all up with a fantastic facilitation tool which helps people self-organize and cooperate called Open Space Technology. And you have the Community Gathering!