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Special February Meeting: Council Initiatives Presentation
Join us for a Special February 24th Meeting for a Council Initiatives Presentation by the City of Roanoke's Planning, Building, and Development Department.
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Feb 5


January 2026 Meeting Recap
OUR GUEST SPEAKER Kori Wallace, Director of Marketing and Events at Art Project Roanoke and SoRo resident, spoke about the organization’s mission to foster creativity and community in Roanoke through workshops, classes, and free community art events. Art Project Roanoke supports local artists and creative expression at their downtown space located at 101 Campbell St. in Downtown Roanoke. " Form a SoRo Krewe !" An Invitation to SoRo Neighbors: Wallace invites and encourages
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Jan 29


Join Us: January 2026 Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, January 20 at 7pm for our first Neighbors in South Roanoke regular meeting of 2026.
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Jan 14


Make 2026 a Banner Year for Events & Neighborhood Projects!
Thank you! Together, registered members and regular participants alike, we are part of something special: a caring, engaged community as we work to grow, revitalize traditions, build connections, and make real, positive impact in our neighborhood. We invite everyone to take a moment to register or confirm your member registration. Please share this post with your neighbors — Let's make 2026 a banner year for events, projects, and membership growth!
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Jan 7


Join Us: November 2025 Meeting
Tuesday, Nov 18 at 7:00PM SpringHill Suites 301 Reserve Ave. SW Join us on Tuesday, November 18 for our next Neighbors in South Roanoke regular meeting. We're pleased to be joined by our guest speaker Steve Stinson , commercial artist, author, and founder of 3Balloons . 3Balloons, located in South Roanoke at 536 McClanahan St, celebrated its grand opening this month. 3Balloons is a 501c3 non-profit organization providing meaningful employment for adults with intellectual di
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Nov 17, 2025


Proposed Intersection Improvement for Broadway and Avenham
The Transportation Division has prepared a draft proposed improvement to the Broadway Ave. and Avenham Ave. intersection in South Roanoke. Please time take to review the image and watch the video explanation of the proposed improvement. WATCH HERE : Video explanation of the proposed improvement. The Board of Neighbors in South Roanoke is pleased to see this progress. The proposed improvement directly addresses concerns expressed by Neighbors in South Roanoke bringing traffic
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Nov 17, 2025


SoRo Community Paint Event
All are invited to take part in creating a canvas of South Roanoke community's artistic expression! The final piece is certain to be filled with fun and friendship.
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Oct 2, 2025


Join us at our September Meeting: Tues Sept 16
Our Summer meeting hiatus is over, and Fall is in the air. Join us at SpringHill Suites on Tuesday, Sept 16 at 7:00. Neighbors, you're...
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Sep 9, 2025


2025 Southside National Night Out Photo Gallery
Thank you all for making our third Southside National Night Out a spectacular success.
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Aug 6, 2025


2025 Southside National Night Out is Aug 5!
UPDATE: Check out the event photo gallery here ! Tuesday, August 5, 2025 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM On the Green at Fire Station #8 Enjoy games...
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Aug 3, 2025


SoRo Neighbors 4th of July 2025 Block Party, Parade & Picnic (PHOTOS)
2025 July 4th Block Party, Parade & Picnic Photos
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Jul 12, 2025


SoRo Plawkers at Mellow Mushroom on July 9
Meet the Plawkers on Wednesday, July 9, at 5:30pm in Mellow Mushroom parking lot—2239 Franklin Rd SW!
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Jul 5, 2025


Vision Zero Comprehensive Safety Action Plan: A SoRo Preview
Roanoke City Transportation Division DRAFT Vision Zero Comprehensive Safety Action Plan.
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Jun 3, 2025


Our Second Annual Neighborhood-Wide Yard Sale!
Register to have your block listed! Yard sale week is here! Time to sell (and shop!) during SoRo's 2nd Annual Neighborhood-Wide Yard Sale...
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May 2, 2025


SoRo Plawk on May 14
May Plawk Schedule in SoRo and across the city.
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May 2, 2025


Join Us for Our May Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, May 20 for our regular meeting. Our guest presenters are Dwayne Darden, Division Manager, and Rob Issem, Vision Zero and Complete Streets.
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May 2, 2025


Annual Voter Placement Audit: Several Rosalind Ave. Voters' Polling Location Updated
A message from Nicholas Ocampo, Dir. of Elections and General Registrar of Roanoke City: A recent voter placement audit conducted by the...
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Apr 2, 2025


Safety & Crime in SoRo: Survey Results
Results of Neighbors in South Roanoke's Safety & Crime Survey.
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Mar 18, 2025


Follow Up: Real Estate Valuation Presentation
City of Roanoke's Real Estate Valuation team presented the following to Neighbors in South Roanoke on March 4th.
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Mar 6, 2025


Wellness for the Winter Blues
UPDATED w/Event Picture Gallery! Mental Health In Motion and other local artists hosted by SRUMC and Neighbors in South Roanoke.
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Feb 12, 2025
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