
06/21/2025
Saturday is not only summer solstice but also Neighbor Day. Being in an urban area means that community of various kinds surround us. It's truly why we are here, why we are not in an industrial park or garage- we are fiercely proud of being a bricks & mortar on 11th street. Every day we are eyes on the street and ear to the ground- the place where neighbors run into each other and talk about the comings and goings of the hood. Ever since my last encounter w City Hall, I can't help but ruminate on what community is and can be. Is it being the same? Always agreeing? Having the same perspective? Nope- not in the least. Is it an opportunity to choose to listen to different experiences? A chance to encounter people w radically differing experiences to our own? A way to build our EQ and learn better listening skills and tolerance? 100%
Putting my money where my mouth is- starting tomorrow, we are going to have "coffee with neighbors" at the shop before we open. Come for a coffee, some engaging adult conversation and meet some amazing neighborhood folk. There will be fresh Good Earth coffee and some homemade old fashioned cookies. We will spill the tea, dish the dirt and hopefully learn a little more about what makes for a great community. Happy Neighbor Day!!!