Are you looking to kick off summer with a sense of community? Recently on The Pop-Up!, co-founder of Urban Family Paul Patu sat down with The Big O to talk about his upcoming Safe Summer Block Party happening on June 17th, the last day of school.

For Paul, the Block Party is all about creating signs of hope within the community, particularly in Seattle’s South End. The event sends a unifying message that the community itself provides the safety it needs. By showing up together on the last day of school, the community acts as a symbol of hope, demonstrating that collective action is required to ensure neighborhoods are safe, connected, and cared for, he said.

The Safe Summers Block Party is happening this Wednesday, June 17th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Rainier Beach on Henderson with live music, games, food, and family fun. Reserve your spot at tinyurl.com/SafeSummerBlockParty

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