It’s now been a year since I started to create the Heart of Northside in what was once the old North Church. One of my first experiences in the neighborhood was the Fourth of July Parade last year, an iconic event that was the perfect introduction to the area. Northside came together with warmth, humor and collective celebration on that day, and every day since has been a joy for me here. I have loved getting to know my neighbors, the local businesses, and the way everyone comes together for its people, to create hope for the future. I’m grateful to all of you who have stopped by to learn about what I’m creating in the space, and to everyone who has welcomed me into this community. Yesterday, I started my own tradition: handing out free cold drinks to parade participants and passersby! I’m already looking forward to next year’s parade.

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