How do you find community? It’s an important question—arguably the most important question there is. Who out there hasn’t felt a desire for a stronger community at one point in their lives? It’s a continuing effort for all ages, to find our people and a feeling of being at home with one’s friends and neighbors. Yet, I propose we look to reframe our outlook.
Let’s not seek to just find a community but instead ask the question: How can we work to build community? This issue highlights Valley residents who are actively involved in community-building. Amy Sonnek, a resident of Stillwater, may have
inherited a root beer float party tradition from her home’s previous owner—but it’s clear her family has taken the responsibility to heart. Along with hosting the annual event, Sonnek is an ambassador
for the Growing Kindness Project and grows a cut flower garden with the sole intention of sharing blooms with the community at no cost. Educator Bob Manning has created and supported alternative education initiatives in th
