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Monday, February 10, 2025 @ 5pm – Winter Mixer
You are invited to the West Central neighborhood “Winter Mixer,” a chance to get together and beat the winter blues. We encourage all to attend, as we will extend an official warm welcome to our newest neighbors. Join our Beyond Porch Parties Facebook group to RSVP. We hope to make this an annual event!
Sunday, April 13, 2025 @ 4pm – Egg Hunt
You’re invited to the 6th annual WCNA Egg Hunt! This event is open to all kids who live in West Central (or whose parents or grandparents live here). Bring a basket and hunt some treat-filled eggs! We’ll have 3 different areas for the hunt based on age: 0-3 years old, 4-6 years old, and 7+. Eggs will be filled with individually-wrapped candy, stickers, and temporary tattoos. The hunt will start at 4pm and the eggs go FAST, so don’t be late! Our rain date is Sunday, April 20 at 4pm (keep an eye on our Facebook page for a reschedule announcement). This event is NOT to be shared to any public forum such as a community calendar, news website, online article, etc. It is for residents only.
TBD May, 2025 @ 9am – Neighborhood Cleanup / Tire & TV Collection
Join us as we tidy up our neighborhood, including picking up trash, trimming bushes, clearing debris from alleyways, and more. The cleanup will run from 9am-11am. Meet at the corner of Wilt and Van Buren.
June 6-8, 2025 – Neighborhood Yard Sales
Join us for a weekend of yard sales all around West Central. You never know what hidden treasures you’ll find and deals you’ll get on antiques and art! Homeowners make their own hours. The best stuff goes early!
TBD July, 2025 – Block Party
Food, games, bounce houses, and prizes for the kids. This annual event is held at Moody Park and is open to all residents of the West Central neighborhood.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 @ 7pm – Neighborhood Cleanup
Join us as we tidy up our neighborhood before the Home & Garden Tour. This will be a quick cleanup focused on picking up trash and trimming trees and bushes along the tour route.
Friday, September 5, 2025 @ 6pm – Pre-Tour Party (Tentative)
The pre-tour party is for all Home & Garden Tour volunteers, sponsors, and homeowners. This event is our way of saying thank you! Stay tuned for details.
September 6-7, 2025 – Home & Garden Tour and ArtsFest
Join us for our annual home and garden tour! Check out the Home & Garden Tour Info page for details. Buy tickets, or attend ArtsFest for free, where you’ll find artists’ booths and live music.
Saturday, October 4, 2025 @ 7:30pm – Movie Night
Join us for our 4th annual free family-friendly movie at Moody Park. The movie will be announced in September.
The movie starts at 7:30pm sharp. We will be giving out boxes of buttered popcorn to the first 30 movie-goers, so bring your blankets, chairs, and drinks! This event is open to all residents of the West Central Neighborhood. Remember that there are NO restrooms at the park, so plan accordingly. This event is NOT to be shared to any public forum such as a community calendar, news website, online article, etc. It is for residents only.
Monday, November 17 @ 7pm – West Central Board of Directors Election
West Central Neighborhood Association members who are current on their dues and have signed in at least three neighborhood meetings or events in 2025 may cast their vote for the West Central Board of Directors. Join us in the basement meeting room of Emmanuel Lutheran Church on W. Jefferson.
Monday, December 8, 2025 @ 7pm – Holiday Party
This family-friendly event is open to all residents of the West Central Neighborhood. There will be a raffle for some awesome prizes, along with a bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Stay tuned for details.
TBD December, 2025 – Cookie Exchange
Bring 1-2 dozen cookies for exchange and consumption. All residents are welcome and encouraged to attend. Appetizers will be available as well as plenty of cookies. Don’t forget a container to take your favorite cookies home with you! Stay tuned for details.