by Hazel Siff | Oct 30, 2024 | CAI, Community Associations
For people across the world, winter holidays symbolize the turning of seasons, and with it, the bringing together of communities. For those living and working in community associations, the holiday season can present an opportunity to strengthen community ties. Small changes to your holiday newsletters and community decor can make a big difference to your residents.
by Joni Lucas | Aug 9, 2023 | CAI, Community Associations, Events
Community association activities and events build connections, strengthen relationships with neighbors, and are a lot of fun. From the small to the extravagant, good community activities and events require planning, flexibility, and communication. Party on with these tips.
by Amy Repke | Jun 8, 2022 | CAI, Community Associations, Events
Creating community spirit and building neighborly connections is a long-standing attribute of community associations. One community in Northern Virginia is taking a simple, old-school approach that’s proving to be a recipe for success: a block party trailer that is stocked with tables, tents, and drink tubs as well as a karaoke machine, sound speaker, sports equipment, and throwback games including hula hoops, a giant Connect 4, kickball, and dodgeball.
by Daniel Brannigan | Nov 23, 2021 | Community Associations
Holiday events and activities are a great way for community associations to engage residents and raise spirits during the season. See what two communities have planned to bring homeowners together and develop stronger connections in their association.
by Laura Otto | Oct 7, 2021 | Community Associations
More than half of community association residents say they have become closer to their neighbors during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent CAI survey. The results illustrate the value of community association living.