1. Gather a few neighbors and divide up the tasks. Decide on a possible
   theme, activities, etc. Decide what to do about food.
2. Start knocking on doors to find out if there is enough interest and, if
   so, which day would be the best for the most people
3. Pick a date and time (mid-afternoon to evening works best). Respect
   neighborhood quietness after 9:00 pm. Think of an alternate plan in
   case of poor weather.
4. Go door to door.
   • Hand out invitations (use the one included in this guide or create
   your own).
   • If you plan to close off the street., you will need to complete
   Block Party application form with a signature and deliver it or
   mail it to the Palo Alto Police Department, Attention: Code
   Enforcement Officer, 275 Forest Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301 or
   fax it to (650) 329-2565,
   • Recruit volunteers to help with the planning.
5. Decide if this will be a block party restricted to those on the
   street/block or will people be able to invite friends/relatives (if yes,
   how many). Make this clear in your flyer/invitation.

BLOCK PARTY

• 10 Reasons to have a Block Party
• How to Organize
• Good Ideas
• Reminders
• Sample Invite
• Suggested Activities
• Fun Activities
• New American Neighbor