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{"id":1462,"date":"2025-07-14T09:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T09:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ilivearound.com\/blog\/?p=1462"},"modified":"2025-07-21T13:06:25","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T13:06:25","slug":"highlights-2025-so-far","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ilivearound.com\/blog\/2025\/07\/14\/highlights-2025-so-far\/","title":{"rendered":"Highlights: 2025 So Far"},"content":{"rendered":"

    
\nNow that June's come to an end and we’ve stepped into July, we're officially halfway through 2025. So, what better time to pause and reflect on the year so far? From wellness events and creative workshops to holiday celebrations and socials, we've shared some pretty amazing moments. We've enjoyed quality time with pets, laughs with neighbours and friends, and memories we won't forget — here’s a glimpse at just a few that have made the year so special.
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Holidays & seasonal celebrations<\/span><\/h2>\n

Our residents have enjoyed lots of meaningful moments this year, coming together for special holidays and seasonal festivities. From Ramadan and Mother's Day celebrations to Valentine's Day treats and visits from the Easter Bunny, there's been no shortage of celebrations.
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Wholesome moments with pets<\/span><\/h2>\n

Pets are part of the family, so of course we had to celebrate them too! They've enjoyed all kinds of playful activities, from a doggy date night to a few pet photo shoots (one even featured a runway!), plus plenty of treats along the way. And it's safe to say there are more wholesome moments with furry friends still to come.<\/p>\n

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Community socials<\/span><\/h2>\n

From casual get-togethers to themed nights in, we’ve created plenty of opportunities to connect with neighbours and make new friends. We've had a lively speed social, a gin tasting evening, garden club, resident-run yoga classes, pub quizzes and more. There’s always something happening to bring people together.
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Sports & entertainment<\/span><\/h2>\n

We've kept things lively with a calendar full of fun-filled entertainment and sports-themed events. From Wimbledon watch parties and Eurovision viewings, to movie nights and pyjama parties, we've found so many ways to bring entertainment and community spirit together in one room.
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More celebrations<\/span><\/h2>\n

From Pride and Lunar New Year parties to extra Wimbledon celebrations, we've embraced every opportunity to come together in festive spirit and community joy.
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Delicious food & sweet surprises<\/span><\/h2>\n

There’s nothing like great food and drinks to bring people together, and our neighborhoods have served up plenty. From pancake mornings with a variety of toppings and DIY smoothie bowls to cheese boards for National Cheese Day and baked treats from Delish Bakery, our residents have truly been spoiled for choice.    
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Charities & partnerships<\/span><\/h2>\n

We’re proud of the ways we’ve given back, supporting good causes through collaborative and impactful events. Our sponsored sleep out for charity at the beginning of the year set a generous tone, which was followed by events like a bikeathon, RSPCA Bake Sale, and a good few raffles and giveaways. Our residents have also enjoyed lots of goodies and treats from our local partners, we’re all about balance over here.
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\nIt's been a fantastic year so far… and we're just getting started. Let's see what the second half of 2025 brings!  
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     Now that June's come to an end and we’ve stepped into July, we're officially halfway through 2025. So, what better time to pause and reflect on the year so far? From wellness events and creative workshops to holiday celebrations and socials, we've shared some pretty amazing moments. We've enjoyed quality time with pets, laughs with neighbours… <\/p>\n

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