Nominate Your Good Neighbor

Sat., Aug. 5, 2000

Do you look forward to a knock on your door, knowing it’s probably your neighbor stopping by to visit?

Does that neighbor inevitably offer to help with something that’s been nagging you? The growing grass? the broken fence? Your dwindling pile of firewood?

If so, take note.

Handle Extra is inviting nominations for a Good Neighbor contest.

Perhaps you have a neighbor whose thoughtfulness and energy deserves recognition. If so, grab your pen and write a 250-word letter explaining why your neighbor tops the charts. Remember to include concrete examples of their good deeds, with all the details you can think of.

We’re looking for people who show a deep commitment to nurturing a sense of community in their neighborhood.

Don’t worry if you’re not a Shakespeare. If the words come from your heart they’re sure to capture your neighbor’s grace.

Just make sure your entry is in our hands by the end of the day on Aug. 8.

The winner will be honored with an engraved plaque and a catered block party. Plus, we’ll publish a story in Handle Extra to help everyone get to know your good neighbor.

So don’t delay, let your neighbor know how much they’re appreciated.

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