A coffee chat in your driveway or garage is a simple and fun way to get to know your neighbors better. In many communities, people don’t interact with each other as much as they used to, but hosting a casual gathering can bring people together.  With any event you have to ask: what is my purpose? My purpose with a coffee chat was to get neighbors attending and talking. Coffee sort of lends itself to sitting down and staying for a while. Coffee is an easy way to connect and build stronger relationships within your neighborhood. Whether you want to meet new neighbors, make friends, or just enjoy some time outside, a coffee chat is a great idea.  Here are some tips to help you plan a successful coffee chat in your driveway or garage. Choose the Right Time and Date The first step in hosting a coffee chat is picking a time and date that works for most people. I actually did early Friday morning for two years, so that can work! But as a general rule, w eekends are best sinc...

  Hosting a driveway chat for your neighbors is a simple low-stress way to build friendships and make your neighborhood feel more connected.  If you want to host this easy-to-organize event, having everyone bring their own lawn chairs and drinks is a perfect idea. This setup keeps things simple, relaxed, and low-stress for the host, while still offering everyone a chance to hang out, connect and get to know one another.  Here are some tips to make your driveway chat a fun and successful event. Pick the Right Time and Date The first thing to consider is the timing of your driveway chat. I think this depends on the culture and makeup of your  neighborhood. When I organized these for a year in my neighborhood we did Thursday nights to avoid known conflicts. We moved our event around (like the one shown on this page) to different "host" driveways. More recently, I have seen other leaders saying weekends are usually the best, since most people have time off from work....