<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Rocktheblock]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rocktheblock]]></description><link>https://mechanicsofmusic.wixsite.com/rocktheblock/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:39:15 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://mechanicsofmusic.wixsite.com/rocktheblock/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Why Access Matters (And What It Actually Looks Like)]]></title><description><![CDATA[When people hear “accessible,” they often picture ramps and doorways — and yes, that matters. But access is bigger than that. Access is the difference between someone thinking “I wish I could go” and actually being able to show up. At Rock the Block Society, access isn’t a bonus feature. It’s the whole point. Because live music is one of the most powerful ways a community connects — and too often, the way it’s set up sends an unintentional message: this isn’t for you. We’re here to change...]]></description><link>https://mechanicsofmusic.wixsite.com/rocktheblock/post/why-access-matters-and-what-it-actually-looks-like</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ab4045bcc8e6b4393ae7af</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:31:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a59bea_05a39eaf5ad34c10a2a7cb8202b8720b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin Mechanics of Music</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Block Is Warming Up  Here’s What We’re Building Next]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when live music shows up where you weren’t expecting it. A park corner turns into a tiny festival. A passerby becomes a listener. A beginner becomes brave enough to join in. A neighbour you’ve never met suddenly feels like part of your world because you’re clapping to the same beat. That’s the whole point of Rock the Block Society — and we’ve got some big, practical, doable next steps in motion right now. What we’re building next We’re focused on...]]></description><link>https://mechanicsofmusic.wixsite.com/rocktheblock/post/the-block-is-warming-up-here-s-what-we-re-building-next</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ab3e19bcc8e6b4393ae40a</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 20:52:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a59bea_a1cba8942da04a4d9fdf0e175d5e72db~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin Mechanics of Music</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What “Barrier-Free” Really Means (and How We Build It)]]></title><description><![CDATA[You’ll hear us say it a lot: Rock the Block is barrier-free by design. But what does that actually mean? To us, “barrier-free” isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a practical commitment. It’s the difference between an event that feels intimidating or inaccessible… and one where you can show up, relax, and feel like you belong (even if it’s your first time). The barriers we’re working to remove Cost barriers Live music shouldn’t be a luxury. We aim for free or low-cost events whenever possible, and...]]></description><link>https://mechanicsofmusic.wixsite.com/rocktheblock/post/what-barrier-free-really-means-and-how-we-build-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aa96a86139cf8d2bd37df4</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:58:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a59bea_579af1b452a94f818451ea1777464c89~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin Mechanics of Music</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call for Volunteers + Partners: Help Us Bring the Pop-Up Stage to Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’ve ever wanted to help create something joyful in the community… this is your sign. Rock the Block Society is growing, and we’re building the practical foundation that makes accessible community music events possible — gear, planning, partnerships, and a solid volunteer crew. What we’re looking for right now We’re currently inviting volunteers and community partners  to help with: Volunteer Crew Roles Setup &#38; teardown (tents, signage, stage basics) Hospitality (welcoming performers +...]]></description><link>https://mechanicsofmusic.wixsite.com/rocktheblock/post/call-for-volunteers-partners-help-us-bring-the-pop-up-stage-to-life</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aa95816139cf8d2bd37b90</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:52:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a59bea_bf914252f42f478d89ec02f8fe4dcb66~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin Mechanics of Music</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rock the Block Society Is Official — Here’s What We’re Building]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rock the Block Society is here — and we’re so excited to finally share what this is all about. We’re a community-powered nonprofit based in New Westminster, BC, created to make live music more accessible, more welcoming, and way easier to say “yes” to — whether you’re showing up as an audience member, a first-time performer, or someone who’s wanted to join in for years but didn’t know where to start. What we believe We believe live music should feel like a community space — not an exclusive...]]></description><link>https://mechanicsofmusic.wixsite.com/rocktheblock/post/rock-the-block-society-is-official-here-s-what-we-re-building</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aa93a148ed77c77825c482</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:49:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a59bea_5510382b0e5f4e56ab91f328ef1c7610~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Admin Mechanics of Music</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>