In neighborhoods all across the peninsula and in fact across the nation, people blocked off local streets and held block parties to get to know each other better.
If a community is built on the strength of neighbors then West Seattle is amazingly strong. They proved it again this year with a substantial turnout for Night Out, the annual event meant to bring neighbors together for security against crime and someone for help in the event of a disaster.
On blocks all over the area, people blocked off streets, brought out the pot luck and pizza, brownies and chips and dip, wine and beer and got to know each other better.
This, despite an early sprinkle and some threatening clouds.
More than one party had live music including one at 41st and Frontenac that also had a visit from Seattle Fire Department's Engine 37.
Once more, West Seattle neighbors proved that by coming together they can make the community stronger.
