Tuesday, September 28, 2010

National Good Neighbor Day

It's National Good Neighbor Day, a time to honor our good neighbors and reflect on being one.

In the early 1970's, Mrs. Becky Mattson from Lakeside, Montana recognized the importance of good neighbors, and started the effort to make this a National day. With the help of congressman Mike Mansfield, she succeed in getting three presidents (Nixon, Ford, and Carter) to issue proclamations, along with numerous governors.

In 2003, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution, sponsored by Montana Senator Max Baucus, making September 28, National Good Neighbor Day. Previously, this day was celebrated on the fourth Sunday of September.

Some suggestions for celebrating the day:
Help your neighbors in some way

Offer a smile and friendly hello to your neighbor

Have your neighbor over for a meal

Hold a block party

Get to know your neighbor a little better

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