Community Month

Bright kitchen with white cabinets, cake and pastries on island, and a fridge covered in photos and notes.
Why I Loved Having a "Lemon Neighbor" — and How to Be OneHome Projects
It's about so much more than just citrus.
Shifrah Combiths
Nov 1, 2022

This month, we’re sharing the best ways to connect with, strengthen, and celebrate the communities you live in and belong to. Because a community is as much your home as your actual house (or apartment or RV or…).

When I Moved to a New City, I Found My Queer Community Through Shared HousingLife
Similar to other queer people who don’t know where to find community in a new place, the internet was the first place I started. 
Serena Zets
11 Home Reno Mistakes That Your Neighbors Hate — and How to Avoid ThemHome Projects
Taking on a home reno? Make sure you don't create any enemies during the process.
Sarah Everett
4 Architectural Designs That Help Build Close-Knit CommunitiesReal Estate
According to experts.
Heather Bien
The Heartfelt Way People Are Strengthening Their Communities with LasagnaLife
It’s more than just cooking a meal.
Jennifer Billock
How to Reclaim a Sense of Community When True Crime Lands on Your DoorstepLife
I talked to a psychologist for advice on how to cope.
Nandini Maharaj
How to Start (or Join) a Community CleanupOrganizing
Create a cleaner and healthier neighborhood today.
Jennifer Billock
The Best Way to Be a Better Neighbor, According to Your Zodiac SignLife
Here’s what the cosmos have to say about your approach to community care.
Sam Manzella
How My Local "Buy Nothing" Group Has Helped Me More Than Just DeclutterOrganizing
It's really been a rewarding experience.
Alexandra Frost
3 Things to Do If You Get Off on the Wrong Foot with Your New NeighborsReal Estate
In a perfect world, we’d all be besties with our next-door neighbors.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
The Unexpected Way I Made Friends with My NeighborsLife
Plus how their apartment became my inspiration for queer joy.
Jack Lancaster
What You Can Do (And What You Can’t) If Your Neighbor's Yard Is an EyesoreReal Estate
Other than heavy window treatments, of course.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
5 Things You Can Do To Help Your Community This MonthLife
Community — you’ve heard the word, you’ve surely experienced the feeling of being in one, and it may be the reason that you’ve developed strong connections with your loved ones. Community can be found in a beloved dive bar or within a group with a shared interest like a book club. Virtual spaces on social media platforms or across online forums can also provide a sense of community for those that tend to spend their time on the Internet.
Noella Williams