First Fridays Block Parties Unite Communities Across Multiple US Cities

Several communities across the U.S. are hosting First Friday and block party events to promote local businesses, art, and community engagement. Reading, Pennsylvania, is celebrating with live music, food trucks, a DJ, and a domino tournament in a block party designed to support downtown businesses. In Fall River, Massachusetts, HealthFirst Family Care Center is hosting its third annual Block Party Palooza featuring games, live music, and a backpack giveaway for school children as part of National Health Center Week. Oil City, Pennsylvania, is bringing back its First Friday event with more vendors and activities, including an outdoor movie showing of the Minecraft Movie. Dothan, Alabama, will hold its First Friday Art Crawl, turning the city into a walkable gallery with local artists, live music, and shopping opportunities. Additionally, Hampton Roads, Virginia, offers a variety of cultural and musical events as part of their First Fridays series, alongside concerts and performances throughout the week.