Ellie Green, director of hospitality with The Factory Ministries, is excited to be organizing the 2021 Extraordinary Block Party after the 2020 event had to be adjusted due to COVID-19 concerns.
"(In 2020), we did it as a drive-through," recalled Green, who said Factory staff brought popcorn and cider to visitors in their cars. "This year, we will be able to do it properly."
A proper block party, which will include food, live music, and games, is being planned by members of FÊTE (Factory Events Team Extraordinaire). The event will be held outside at The Factory, 3293 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, on Friday, Nov. 19, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. The party, which is timed to coincide with the Extraordinary Give, will feature bonfires, hay bales for seating, popcorn, barbecued chicken, and beverages, such as hot cider. Live music will be provided by Summit Hill Bluegrass. Green reported that yard games, such as cornhole, will be available to play and a photo booth will be on site. For children, the party will offer face painting and a petting zoo. "Kids and adults will have a great time," said Green.
To celebrate the spirit of generosity in the greater Paradise community, The Factory has invited several other area nonprofits to take part in the event. "There will be (Extraordinary Give) giving stations (at the block party)," explained Kevin Nofziger, director of development with The Factory.
Green noted that food and games are free and anyone is welcome. "The idea is to just celebrate generosity," she said, "(and to celebrate) how much the community pours into one another and supports one another."
Readers who wish to learn more about The Factory may visit http://www.thefactoryministries.com.
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