A silent nod in the hallway – that's often all you get from your neighbors. But what if the elderly woman next door takes your little daughter to daycare? What if neighbors plant a raised bed together or the whole building organizes a yard sale? Then, anonymous city life quickly transforms into a rewarding community experience. There is exchanging, sharing, and meeting. Together, many initiatives can be launched that enhance everyone's quality of life. This guide shows how to shape life in your neighborhood, with instructions for organizing flea markets and activities, as well as setting up swap meets or repair cafés. The numerous best-practice examples encourage readers to take action themselves. This way, even the most anonymous big city can feel like a village!.