The Thrush Avenue Neighborhood Association was started in 2025 to help build community within the neighborhood and connect the street with available resources.
Last year we were awarded a mini-grant that provided our community with lawn care items. The goal was to help beautiful the block, including abandoned properties.
This year we hope to apply again, focusing on beautifying the neighborhood with flowers, and providing those interested in small backyard gardens with free garden boxes! As the price of food continues to rise, our neighbors need not be concerned. Food insecurity be gone! Fresh tomatoes make the best soup!
Last year we had opportunities for our kids and neighbors to connect through art and fun. When our children know each other, they will learn to feel safe and connected in community. We hope to do this again this year! Let's make 2026 a year to remember.
If you would like to participate, reach out to us through our email [email protected]
or call Abigail Larrison, 800 W. Thrush Ave - (309) 214-6388
Last year we were awarded a mini-grant that provided our community with lawn care items. The goal was to help beautiful the block, including abandoned properties.
This year we hope to apply again, focusing on beautifying the neighborhood with flowers, and providing those interested in small backyard gardens with free garden boxes! As the price of food continues to rise, our neighbors need not be concerned. Food insecurity be gone! Fresh tomatoes make the best soup!
Last year we had opportunities for our kids and neighbors to connect through art and fun. When our children know each other, they will learn to feel safe and connected in community. We hope to do this again this year! Let's make 2026 a year to remember.
If you would like to participate, reach out to us through our email [email protected]
or call Abigail Larrison, 800 W. Thrush Ave - (309) 214-6388
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Contact: Abigail (309) 214-6388 |
News and Updates - Memories from 2025
Fall Break Fun
The Neighborhood Association will hosted its final meeting of the year and celebrated with neighbors with a BBQ on the final day of the district 150 Fall Break. We also hosted activities at the Art Garage for kids all week. Probably my favorite was Painting Pumpkins!!!
We still have garden boxes, so anyone who wants one please reach out to Abigail: (309) 214-6388
We still have garden boxes, so anyone who wants one please reach out to Abigail: (309) 214-6388
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Back to School BBQ
The Neighborhood Association invites all our friends and neighbors to join us for a Back to School BBQ.
Burgers, Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, and Ice Cream. We will be giving out school supplies and making yard signs and decorations to help beautify our neighborhood.
Join us from 12 to 2PM on Monday, July 28.
Remember to always
Love Your Neighborhood!
The FOURTH OF JULY MEETING AND BBQ was a great success.
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Our second official association meeting was held at 800 W. Thrush to connect and share some BBQ for the 4th of July.
Eating double cheeseburgers with our younger neighbors, and our Thrush Ave Lawn Crew, the day was one of connection and community. Some of us tie dyed shirts and some of us simply chatted about how we will make this neighborhood great. We all agree, to connect with our vulnerable youth is a primary goal. Together we will create the atmosphere of loving connection. If you missed us, don't be shy, come by 800 W. Thrush, or give us a call any time. Abigail (309) 214-6388 Continue to keep your eye out for our green signs to keep up to date on our activities. Or even volunteer to put one in your yard. Love thy Neighborhood! 
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Citywide Cleanup
This Saturday, July 12th, there will be a Citywide Clean-up. Hosted by the Department of Community Development, there will be snacks, and community connection.
Join us from 9-11AM at the McClure Library. 315 W. McClure Ave.
Join us from 9-11AM at the McClure Library. 315 W. McClure Ave.
Lawn Crew Notes - Love Thy Neighborhood
The Neighborhood Association has now created two Lawn Crews. We have received moneys for mowers, trimmers, and lawn care equiptment. Currently we have purchased 2 trimmers and 3 mowers and have 6 teenage youth who will mow your lawn for a small fee of 20$. If you are in financial distress, please contact us, or let the crew know, and we can take care of you.
Be on the look out for them every Monday and Thursday.
Keep your eyes out for their one of a kind T-shirt designs. They may even have a tie-dyed one!
 Lawn Crew 1 with their mentor Kev. First day they started by putting together the lawn mower.
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Many of our lawn are courtesy lawns. This neighbor had her mower break, and physical limitations stopped her from being able to mow. Our crew took action and cleaned up the yard for free <3. Now that's being a good neighbor.
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Meet our New Lawn Crew 2 Mentor Extraordinaire!
We have a new mentor for our second Lawn Crew and she is already making waves in the neighborhood. Meet Halili! Her crew is ready to transform your lawn. Keep a look out for our white T-shirts, or maybe they tie-dyed them. Either way, they are sure to give you a great deal. Remember, if you can't afford to pay, they will contact Halili and she can authorize them to give you a free cut.