21 | Local community news and events

Today you will learn 5 new English words related to "Local community news and events"

TODAY’S TOPIC: “Local community news and events”

Learning about your “local community news and events” helps ESL learners, like yourself, in many ways. For one, you learn new words about things happening around you, like festivals or road closures. Learning about what's going on, and talking to others about it, is some of the best English practice you can get, and today’s vocabulary words will help you do just that. So, let’s jump right in!

TODAY’S 5 VOCABULARY WORDS

1 | Inauguration

  • Part of speech: Noun

  • Definition: The formal ceremony to mark the beginning of a new position or project.

  • Example Sentences:

    1. The town held a grand inauguration ceremony for the newly elected mayor.

    2. The school is planning a special inauguration for the new library wing.

    3. The President's inauguration speech focused on unity and progress.

2 | Fundraising

  • Part of speech: Noun

  • Definition: The act of raising money for a specific cause or project.

  • Example Sentences:

    1. The community is organizing a fundraising event to support the local animal shelter.

    2. They held a bake sale and car wash as part of their fundraising efforts.

    3. Donations can be made online to contribute to the ongoing fundraising.

3 | Petition

  • Part of speech: Noun

  • Definition: A formal request signed by a group of people expressing a demand or opinion.

  • Example Sentences:

    1. Residents are circulating a petition to save the historic park from development.

    2. The online petition gathered thousands of signatures in support of the teacher strike.

    3. You can find more information about the petition on their website.

4 | Ordinance

  • Part of speech: Noun

  • Definition: A local law passed by a governing body.

  • Example Sentences:

    1. The city council recently passed a new ordinance on noise pollution.

    2. The ordinance requires dog owners to keep their pets leashed in public parks.

    3. Understanding local ordinances is important for responsible citizenship.

5 | Outreach

  • Part of speech: Noun

  • Definition: The act of making an effort to connect with a community or group.

  • Example Sentences:

    1. The organization provides educational outreach programs to local schools.

    2. The health department is offering free medical screenings as part of their community outreach efforts.

    3. Building strong relationships requires consistent outreach and communication.

A PARAGRAPH USING THE 5 VOCABULARY WORDS

The community buzzed with activity. A local group launched a petition to urge the town council to pass a stricter leash ordinance for dog owners in the park. Meanwhile, the recently elected mayor, during his inauguration speech, emphasized the importance of community outreach programs for senior citizens. Across town, a bake sale was in full swing, a fundraising effort to support the school's upcoming educational trip. Everywhere you looked, residents were engaged in shaping their local environment, a testament to the vibrant spirit of the community.

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