stepped out of their homes to join them.

Gibson said she hopes the effort encourages more neighbors to get involved.

 I'd like the members on the block to get together and work with each other,  she said.  We work together to keep this block afloat. 

Community advocates will host a public listening session at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at the Detroit 300 office on Grand River Avenue. City staff and community leaders say they want to hear directly from residents about their concerns and the resources they need.