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 Neighborhood News is a newsletter from the City of Iowa City's Neighborhood Outreach Program, highlighting the great work of neighborhood associations and the people who live there. This special edition spotlights an exciting new initiative to help neighbors connect — OutAbout. Designed to be inclusive, informal, and easy for anyone to join, OutAbout offers a fun, low-pressure way to strengthen community ties. It’s a people-powered approach to building stronger, more connected neighborhoods.
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OutAbout invites neighbors to connect on the first Sunday evening of each month. Residents are encouraged to step outside — either to walk around the neighborhood and visit with others or to host a casual stop in front of their home. A stop can be as simple as offering a chair, a light snack, or a friendly wave. Whether you’re new to the neighborhood or a long-time resident, OutAbout offers a simple and welcoming way to connect with others nearby. |
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The City is partnering with Matt Evans, the creator of OutAbout, to share more about how the program works. Join us for a virtual session to hear how OutAbout is strengthening neighborhoods in other cities — and how easy it is to get started right here in Iowa City.
The virtual info session will be held via Zoom on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. You can join the meeting at that time using the following link: Join the Zoom Meeting.
To make sure you don’t forget, you can add the event to your calendar using the following links: Add to Google Calendar | Add to Outlook Calendar
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Check out photos from a monthly OutAbout in Draper, Utah, where the tradition first began. These images show what’s possible when neighbors step outside and connect. |
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The City is proud to support this initiative and looks forward to growing it into a meaningful community tradition. To support this pilot, the City will provide yard signs and door hangers for anyone interested in hosting a stop. These materials help neighbors identify where stops are happening and encourage participation. |
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