Wow, this really makes me appreciate the neighbours that I have!
I live on a court with 24, fully detached houses. We are close with about 6 couples, and know everyone but 2 or 3 out of the whole lot. Most are like us - Middle to late 30's with 2 to 3 kids under 7.
The 7 of us who are close, usually have 3 "BIG" parties per year - Canada Day, Halloween, and New years. Everyone brings food, alcohol, and activities for the kids. A great time is had by all.
We also have Mexican or Italian nights. This is where everyone brings a different food dish for that nights theme. We eat and drink too much, but it is SO good.
Plus, we are together countless other times throughout the year. Take tonight. We were just standing around shootin' the breeze, as the kids rode their bikes around the circle. It didn't take long before the first round of pints magically appeared.
This has to be the best neighbourhood I have ever lived in. Sorry for the hijack.
