HISTORY
Community:
A group of interacting people, living in some proximity (i.e., in space, time, or relationship). Community usually refers to a social unit larger than a household that shares common values and has social cohesion. –Wikipedia
It was Aristotle who first defined the word "community" as a group established by men having shared values. That initial definition has been refined and expanded through the years. We have come, for example, to recognize that people can belong to a number of different "communities" simultaneously--communities of place; cultural communities; communities of memory, in which people who may be strangers share "a morally significant history"; and psychological communities "of face-to-face personal interaction governed by sentiments of trust, co-operation, and altruism.” – info.bahai.org
A group of interacting people, living in some proximity (i.e., in space, time, or relationship). Community usually refers to a social unit larger than a household that shares common values and has social cohesion. –Wikipedia
It was Aristotle who first defined the word "community" as a group established by men having shared values. That initial definition has been refined and expanded through the years. We have come, for example, to recognize that people can belong to a number of different "communities" simultaneously--communities of place; cultural communities; communities of memory, in which people who may be strangers share "a morally significant history"; and psychological communities "of face-to-face personal interaction governed by sentiments of trust, co-operation, and altruism.” – info.bahai.org
Neighborhoods
Surrounding Neighborhoods
Ridgewood community is comprised of the neighborhoods of Bissett, Minchau and Weinlos.
Ridgewood Community League was born at a meeting held on June 2nd, 1982. Half of the 95 residents in attendance agreed to volunteer in some capacity and so begun the League. Among its first priorities was the creation of recreational infrastructure of playgrounds and various children’s programs. Within a few short years, Ridgewood established playgrounds in each of its neighborhoods.
We are fortunate enough to have large green spaces, Graunke Park and the Millcreek Ravine in our community. This allows for plenty of activities and nature walks without having to venture too far from our homes.
Ridgewood Community League was born at a meeting held on June 2nd, 1982. Half of the 95 residents in attendance agreed to volunteer in some capacity and so begun the League. Among its first priorities was the creation of recreational infrastructure of playgrounds and various children’s programs. Within a few short years, Ridgewood established playgrounds in each of its neighborhoods.
We are fortunate enough to have large green spaces, Graunke Park and the Millcreek Ravine in our community. This allows for plenty of activities and nature walks without having to venture too far from our homes.
Our Hall
Ridgewood Community League Hall est.1996
A hall was built in 1996 and currently offers a wide variety of Wellness programs and space for social gatherings. The patio addition was completed in August 2016 in which we can take advantage of the outdoors during the warmer months!
As of September 2017, Ridgewood Community Hall has gone green.................we have replaced the old asphalt shingles to a green metal roof and the installation of state of the art solar system. Ridgewood has also installed a high efficiency HVAC system and converting all light fixtures to LED. These changes to the existing facility will significantly reduce the carbon imprint.
Ridgewood Community has played an important role in the development of the larger Mill Woods community. We have seen many of our kids mature and become active members in our league. We have also seen them realize that the Ridgewood is a safe and stable community to raise their own young families. The demographics of the community are changing once again and new life is being breathed into the community once more as young families come to call Ridgewood “home”.
As of September 2017, Ridgewood Community Hall has gone green.................we have replaced the old asphalt shingles to a green metal roof and the installation of state of the art solar system. Ridgewood has also installed a high efficiency HVAC system and converting all light fixtures to LED. These changes to the existing facility will significantly reduce the carbon imprint.
Ridgewood Community has played an important role in the development of the larger Mill Woods community. We have seen many of our kids mature and become active members in our league. We have also seen them realize that the Ridgewood is a safe and stable community to raise their own young families. The demographics of the community are changing once again and new life is being breathed into the community once more as young families come to call Ridgewood “home”.
