Special Events for 2010: What's Happening in Your Neighborhood

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May 11, 2010 at 3 p.m. (EDT)

This summer, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) observes a very special Neighborhood Networks Week. Not only does the weeklong national observance turn 10, it also honors the Initiative's 15th anniversary by following the theme, A Successful Past, A Promising Future. HUD invites all centers to mark these milestones by hosting their own Neighborhood Networks Week events that highlight their programs, services, and successes, and recognize the efforts of those who work tirelessly to maintain and sustain center programs.

Whether Neighborhood Networks Week 2010 will be the first time you have hosted an event, or if you are a veteran event planner, Neighborhood Networks wants to help you plan a successful event. On May 11 at 3 p.m. (EDT), Neighborhood Networks hosted a Webinar with subject-matter experts who will share their event planning knowledge and experience. Presenters include:

	Linda Daley, communications manager for Neighborhood Networks, who will provide information about Neighborhood Networks Week and the free resources that can assist with special event planning.
	VeTalle Fusilier, partner of JBV Production and instructor from George Washington University's event management program, who will describe the principles of event management and discuss best practices relating to planning small- and large-scale events.
	Joan Goiser, director of the New Horizon Learning Center, who will share her experience with planning a variety of Neighborhood Networks Week events.

During the Webinar, presenters:

	Discussed the benefits of hosting a Neighborhood Networks Week event, which include fostering good community relations, increasing resident involvement, building fundraising capacity, attracting new partners and volunteers, and increasing public awareness.
	Shared event ideas and available resources, such as the Neighborhood Networks Week Event Planning Guide.
	Offered tips and strategies for planning and promoting successful events at Neighborhood Networks centers.

For more information, contact the Neighborhood Networks Information Center, toll-free, at (888) 312-2743. The hearing impaired may access Neighborhood Networks via TTY by calling the Federal Information Relay Service, toll-free, at (800) 877-8339. Additional questions or ideas may be posted on the Neighborhood Networks discussion board.