Overall, “The Spirited Local” aims to thrive on passion, community involvement, and local pride. The word “spirited” suggests lively, energetic, dynamic, and passionate, involving educating on how to participate in Civic Engagement and enrichment opportunities through events and community social gatherings.

• Educational Posts to Promote Civic Engagement
  • Highlight Local Government Processes
    • such as how city councils work, the role of local representatives, and how public meetings are conducted.
  • Provide step-by-step guides on how to participate in local government.
    • Public Meetings such as:
      • City Council Meetings
      • School District Meetings
      • Planning and Zoning Meeting
      • Citizen Advisory Committees
    • Other methods of Civic Engagement:
      • Public Surveys and Polls
      • Citizen Initiatives
      • Letter writing
• Promote Civic Participation at a local level.
  • Educate the readers on the local citizenship, including:
    • The importance of staying informed.
    • Communicating needs, wants and values to local officials and staff.
    • Active participation in community events helps to shape its future.

Enrichment classes often create spaces where people from different backgrounds and with different interests can connect. These networks can be vital for mobilizing community efforts, organizing events, or supporting local causes. These classes can be a platform to inform participants about existing opportunities for civic participation, such as volunteering, joining local boards, or attending public forums.