TALENT
Show
Stage a talent show for community members to put their
skills to the test. No need for a big setup—a sunny
Saturday and a microphone are all you need to set the
scene. The crowd will go wild for their hometown stars!
Add a panel of friendly local judges to give lighthearted
"critiques," or turn it into a "people's choice" event
where the audience votes for their preferred acts through
rounds of applause or cheering. Try not to get caught up
on the reviews, though; the beauty of a talent show is the
connection it cultivates. Each performance, with its quirks
and personality, brings neighbors closer, celebrating diverse
qualities that make your community one in a million.
PET COSTUME
Contest
Don't leave your furry friends out of the excitement! Plan a
pet costume contest to honor the four-legged members
of your community. From dogs dressed as hotdogs to cats
sporting little Elvis outfits, seeing pets in cute costumes
will please all ages. It's a playful way to include your furry
companions and remind everyone that community is made
up of more than just humans.
Set up a runway for pets to strut their stuff, and let guests
vote for their picks in categories like "Most Creative,"
"Funniest Costume," and "Best Duo" (where owners and
pets don matching getups). Add a little flair by finishing with
prizes for the winners, like custom pet accessories or gift
cards to pet shops for a paws-itively delightful day the
whole community can enjoy.
COMING HOME MAGAZINE 21
