Virus brings changes to annual day of service in Detroit
DETROIT (AP) — An annual day of service in Detroit is seeing some changes due to the observance of social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.
Residents are being asked to move their Aug. 1 Neighborhoods Day events to front porches, lawns, sidewalks or driveways, according to ARISE Detroit!
The event typically features more than 100 events that include volunteer projects, art and music festivals, and school supply giveaways.
Organizers suggest musicians can play on their front porches. Artists can display their work on sidewalks. Children can play chalk games or have other activities in driveways or backyards, while school supplies can be given away on a drive-through and curbside pickup basis.
Individual blight removal and beautification of homes and businesses will be limited to no more than 10 volunteers who practice social distancing with face masks and gloves.
July 15 is the deadline for groups to register.