Barn raising

A barn raising is an event where a community comes together, at the same time and place, to achive a planned goal.

The name comes from an American tradition, where a community whould come to help a farmer raise a barn.

Sometimes the goal will be of interest to the whole community, but it might just help a few members or an individual do something they could not achieve alone.

The benefits

The benefits to the community:

• It quickly creates a sense of accomplishment and good will.
• When the community help individual members it strengthens bonds.
• It increases the amount of time and attention people give to the collective.

To the participants:

• People can expect to learn from the event.
• A successful barn raising is a often followed by a celebration and is a good oportunity to make friends.

Nottinghack barn raising events

Todo: add examples of Nottinghack barn raising events.