Contents

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. Contents ix
3. Acknowledgments xi
4. Abbreviations xv
5. Introduction 1
6. 1. Protect 19
7. 2. Organize 55
8. 3. Connect 92
9. 4. Beautify 117
10. 5. Cleanse 141
11. 6. Regulate 174
12. Conclusion: Consider Neighboring 207
13. Appendix 1: Researching Block Clubs 214
14. Appendix 2: Block Club Rules and Regulations 221
15. Notes 227
16. Index 279