The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods is celebrating Neighbor Appreciation Day on Saturday, February 12 and invites Seattleites to share stories about their neighbors.

They want to know what makes your street, neighbors, or neighborhood so extraordinary. Stories can be posted and read at www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/neighborday/stories.htm.

Neighbor Appreciation Day is Seattle’s annual day to reach out to neighbors, create new bonds, and express thanks to those who help make your neighborhood a great place to live. Hundreds of people across Seattle will come together on February 12 (and the week of) to celebrate.

To learn more about Neighbor Appreciation Day, visit www.seattle.gov/neighborhood/neighborday. There you will find ideas, tools, e-greeting cards, and a listing of events.

You can always of course nominate your great neighbor for the Ballard News-Tribune's Neighborhood Gems feature by sending an email to anner@robinsonnews.com or call at 208.870.9406.