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New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 hours ago

Can DOT's Park Avenue Plan Have Even More Park And Less Avenue? - Streetsblog New York City

A proposal aims to enhance Park Avenue by repurposing a lane for pedestrians and cyclists, reducing car traffic for a better urban experience.
fromMedium
13 hours ago

Workflows4s Goes Effect-Polymorphic

Because community. I really want Business4s to be welcoming to all parties without picking favorites, even if I have mine. But convergence if effect systems isn't happening on its own, and in the meantime, hardcoding IO puts up a wall between Workflows4s and people who'd otherwise use it.
Typography
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
20 hours ago

Riva Nyri Precil leads Brooklyn residency celebrating Haitian Heritage Month

A new artist residency in Brooklyn celebrates Haitian culture through performances and community events during Haitian Heritage Month.
Fundraising
fromFortune
15 hours ago

Americans are giving less. July 4th can be a day to change that | Fortune

Charitable giving in America is declining, with fewer people feeling connected to organizations and communities.
New York City
fromJewish Insider
1 day ago

Mamdani makes surprise visit to Jewish Children's Museum

Mayor Zohran Mamdani visited the Jewish Children's Museum in Brooklyn, discussing community concerns with founder Devorah Halberstam, focusing on antisemitism and community support.
#social-media
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago
Digital life

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

Many social media users prefer to observe rather than participate, valuing privacy and learning over broadcasting their thoughts.
Digital life
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

Many social media users prefer to observe rather than participate, valuing privacy and learning over broadcasting their thoughts.
fromThedrum
1 day ago

Promoting a Light Trail during a pandemic

The branding design was turned around very quickly, with the logo being signed off in less than a week and the website going live in less than two weeks from onboarding.
Fundraising
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

This Week: Vision Zero Committee, Ballots and Brews, Exploratorium - Streetsblog San Francisco

Multiple events focused on community engagement and transportation safety are scheduled this week in San Francisco and Oakland.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromRMNB
1 day ago

Playoff predictions, second round: Peter vs Ian vs Keith, a coin

NHL predictions are complicated due to overlapping series, with insights on team performances and player impacts influencing outcomes.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

A waterfront glow-up is transforming Brooklyn's polluted Gowanus Canal

The Gowanus as an ecosystem and as a neighborhood is so interesting because it is being remade at a systemic level in so many different ways over a relatively short period of time for an urban area.
Renovation
#public-art
Arts
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

On the High Line, Buddha Is the New Giant Pigeon

Cecilia Alemani curates public art installations that engage New Yorkers, exemplified by the success of the pigeon statue 'Dinosaur' and its successor, a Buddha.
Arts
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

On the High Line, Buddha Is the New Giant Pigeon

Cecilia Alemani curates public art installations that engage New Yorkers, exemplified by the success of the pigeon statue 'Dinosaur' and its successor, a Buddha.
#urban-planning
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago
New York City

Making Grand Army Plaza grand: Bring the arch into Prospect Park

Transforming urban spaces can enhance pedestrian safety, improve traffic flow, and boost local businesses.
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago
Media industry

Talking Headways Podcast: The Urban Truth Collective - Streetsblog San Francisco

Positive messaging about walkable neighborhoods can counter falsehoods and conspiracies, emphasizing personal benefits for individuals and families.
Media industry
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

Talking Headways Podcast: The Urban Truth Collective - Streetsblog San Francisco

Positive messaging about walkable neighborhoods can counter falsehoods and conspiracies, emphasizing personal benefits for individuals and families.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Santa Clara County could build bike-only park trails - San Jose Spotlight

"A lot of positive comes out of building a sanctioned trail and bike center - they allow kids and adults to progress their skills and foster community cohesion - but more advanced bikers are more interested in pushing limits."
Bicycling
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

Weekend Roundup: Advocates Push for K Ingleside Transit Lanes, RSR Bridge Bike Path Hours Extended for Bike to Work Day... - Streetsblog San Francisco

Transit advocates are pushing for red transit-only lanes on Ocean Avenue to improve safety and reliability for K Ingleside train riders.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

The Mayor Wants You at This Year's Rent Board Hearings, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Mamdani's Office of Mass Engagement will mobilize New Yorkers to testify at Rent Guidelines Board hearings affecting 1 million rent stabilized apartments.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

The votes are in: Big Bear celebrity eagles Jackie and Shadow's eaglets now have names

Sandy received 30 student votes and Luna received 25. The names were selected from thousands of public submissions, continuing a long-standing tradition that connects the Big Bear community with the bald eagles.
Pets
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Tenderloin Buzz: People's budget, dog bites, and a new but old landmark

The People's Budget Coalition is hosting a town hall to create a 'people's budget' focused on the Tenderloin's needs and priorities, including a Budget 101 session.
Mission District
#clergy-community-patrol
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Clergy Patrol Launched In Brooklyn To Deescalate Violence

Clergy-led community patrols are being launched in Brooklyn to address violence and improve community relations.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Long Island
5 days ago

Faith leaders, NYPD launch new clergy-led community patrol in Brooklyn

A new Clergy Community Patrol in Brooklyn aims to reduce violence and build trust between the community and police.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

A bucolic county in upstate New York appointed a poet laureate. Why was she fired shortly after?

Esther Cohen became Greene County's first poet laureate, promoting poetry and community engagement despite initial concerns about her background.
#brooklyn-museum
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

A traveling museum is rolling through Brooklyn again

The Brooklyn Museum's Museum on Wheels brings free art-making and community events to neighborhoods across Brooklyn this summer.
Brooklyn
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 week ago

Museum on Wheels rolls back through Brooklyn, bringing hands-on art to 7 neighborhoods Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Museum's Museum on Wheels returns in 2026, providing hands-on cultural experiences across Brooklyn neighborhoods from May to October.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

A traveling museum is rolling through Brooklyn again

The Brooklyn Museum's Museum on Wheels brings free art-making and community events to neighborhoods across Brooklyn this summer.
Brooklyn
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 week ago

Museum on Wheels rolls back through Brooklyn, bringing hands-on art to 7 neighborhoods Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Museum's Museum on Wheels returns in 2026, providing hands-on cultural experiences across Brooklyn neighborhoods from May to October.
#milan-design-week
Design
fromDesign Milk
5 days ago

Ephemeral by Design: Carlo Ratti Associati x Mutti

House of Polpa transforms canned tomato pulp into an immersive architectural experience, emphasizing design's role in sustainability and community engagement.
Design
fromDesign Milk
5 days ago

Ephemeral by Design: Carlo Ratti Associati x Mutti

House of Polpa transforms canned tomato pulp into an immersive architectural experience, emphasizing design's role in sustainability and community engagement.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
5 days ago

What Multi-Location Brands Need To Know About TikTok's New Local Feed

TikTok's Local Feed prioritizes local content, enhancing discovery for users and creating opportunities for brands to engage with their communities.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
6 days ago

We're Saying Goodbye to Our Forum

The Forum has been closed due to low traffic and conversation, but readers are encouraged to continue discussions in comments.
Fundraising
from3blmedia
6 days ago

Celebrating the Sixth Sands Cares Accelerator Graduate

Sands Cares Accelerator celebrated The LGBTQ+ Center of Las Vegas as its sixth graduate, enhancing its marketing and community engagement.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

New possible designs unveiled for San Francisco's Embarcadero Plaza redevelopment

San Francisco plans to redevelop Embarcadero Plaza with new designs focusing on green space and community engagement.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
6 days ago

Director of the Buffalo AKG Art Museum to depart in October

"There are always a combination of professional and personal factors when it comes to a decision like this. One marker in this process of starting to think about next chapters was the completion of the campus expansion project."
Arts
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Carl Wilson declares victory in City Council special election on Manhattan's West Side | amNewYork

Carl Wilson won the special election for Manhattan's District 3 City Council seat, defeating Lindsey Boylan and showcasing political influence dynamics.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 week ago

Puerto Rico Wine & Food Festival: Bigger and Bolder in 2026

The festival not only built on the success of its inaugural event but also expanded its programming, community impact, and global reach.
Wine
fromThedrum
1 week ago

Joe Fotheringham Appointed as Senior Vice President of Creative at Tommy

I was drawn to Tommy's culture and values, particularly their commitment to authenticity and community-driven work. I think the US market, in particular, is hungry for new ideas that defy the mediocrity of a lot of advertising today.
Graphic design
New York City
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Mamdani offers free World Cup watch parties in NYC as fans balk at exorbitant travel and ticket prices

New York City will host free fan zones across all boroughs during the 2026 FIFA World Cup to make the event accessible to all.
Roam Research
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Somerville looks to rally residents to rise up against rats with 'DeRATification Week'

Somerville launches 'DeRATification Week' to engage residents in reducing rat infestations.
Marketing
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

How local businesses can beat big brands without a billion-dollar budget

Small and midsize brands can win locally by leveraging community relationships and authenticity rather than competing with large brands on scale.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Hey-nonny-bo! The woman reclaiming maypole dancing with dancehall and drum'n'bass

Maypole dancing is a springtime pagan ceremony thought to originate from medieval Europe, originally based around a big tree or bush. Traditionally on May Day people would skip around it and sing to the blossoming snowdrops and hellebores, celebrating fertility and the awakening of nature after winter.
London music
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

Interactive art after dark: Dumbo Projection Project volume 7 brings art to life beneath the BQE * Brooklyn Paper

'SubWave,' created by Ryan Webber, Gwen Goins, and Rafia Santana, draws from the rhythms of the East River, including waves synchronized with the passing subway, revealing forgotten histories along the shoreline.
Brooklyn
Film
fromKqed
1 week ago

Celebrating Oakland's Betti Ono Gallery, a Decade-Long Cultural Anchor

Betti Ono Gallery fosters community engagement and supports artists while addressing social issues like gender-based violence and cultural representation.
SF LGBT
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

The Independent's Pride list of LGBTQ+ changemakers to return for June

The Independent supports LGBTQ+ visibility and reproductive rights through journalism and community engagement, emphasizing the importance of accessible quality news.
Portland food
fromNBC 7 San Diego
1 week ago

Popular remote work meet up on the beach declared illegal by city of San Diego

Remote work meet-ups in San Diego require permits for gatherings over 49 people, highlighting community engagement and regulatory challenges.
Books
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

LitWatch May: Raymond Carver Writing Festival returns to Clatskanie * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Raymond Carver Writing Festival celebrates local voices and community engagement through readings, workshops, and writing sessions focused on the theme of 'work.'
Django
fromPaolo Melchiorre
1 week ago

My DjangoCon Europe 2026

The journey to DjangoCon Europe 2026 began in Lecce, continued in Bari, and culminated in Athens, capturing real-time experiences through Mastodon posts.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

San Francisco Celebrates One Year of Sunset Dunes - Streetsblog San Francisco

Sunset Dunes celebrates its first anniversary as California's largest pedestrianization project, becoming a vibrant community hub along San Francisco's coastline.
Python
fromPycon
1 week ago

Asking the Key Questions: Q&A with the PyCon US 2026 keynote speaker Lin Qiao

AI products lack competitive advantage without unique infrastructure and community engagement.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 week ago

Comment | Museums are civic institutions. It's time we acted like it

Building trust, connection and belonging with our communities begins inside our museums. Treating the people within your institution with respect and care is essential for fostering a positive environment.
Arts
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Mass. city offering free coffee for reporting potholes

Leominster's 'Coffee for Potholes' campaign rewards residents with free coffee for reporting potholes, promoting community engagement and fun.
fromEuroPython Blog
1 week ago

Humans of EuroPython: Martin Borus

Volunteers put in countless hours to organize EuroPython, handling tasks like contracting the venue and ordering catering, ensuring each edition is the best yet.
Europe news
Fundraising
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

Four More NYCHA Developments to Get Open Space Upgrades Under Green Grant Program

Green Space Connections engages NYCHA tenants to improve open spaces, funding upgrades like playgrounds and dog parks across public housing campuses.
#architecture
Fundraising
fromiRunFar
1 week ago

Applications Open for the 2026 Rut Grants

The Rut Mountain Runs is launching Rut Grants to support trail running culture and landscape stewardship with $16,000 in available funding.
Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
1 week ago

Tom Wilson says Aliaksei Protas is basically Alex Ovechkin's personal chauffeur: 'He's always driving Ovi wherever he wants to go'

Matthew Schaeffer and Tom Wilson participated in a charity skate with the Ottawa Children and Youth Blind Hockey Program, showcasing their support for the community.
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

One of L.A.'s best cafes wants to up your sandwich game

Open Market's cookbook sold out quickly, celebrating five years of L.A.-inspired recipes and community engagement.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

From Toronto to Edmonton: The diaspora carrying Ukraine's fight across the world - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukrainian communities abroad are not just watching the war unfold; they are actively carrying part of that fight forward, embodying a living extension of Ukraine itself.
Canada news
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Samsung Library No. 3, supported by the Shaanxi Hope Project / Wall Architects of XAUAT

Yuan Architecture Studio completed three rural school libraries in China, emphasizing collaboration between architects, teachers, and students in design.
Running
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Thousands of children race in Mini London Marathon

Thousands of children participated in the TCS Mini London Marathon, celebrating physical activity and community engagement.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Bayview Buzz: Much-loved neighborhood shuttle with live another day

The Bayview Community Shuttle will continue operating for two more years due to secured funding, benefiting residents with improved transit access.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Dozens of trees were red-tagged for removal in West Oakland. Now the plan is on hold

Residents near West Oakland BART station oppose the removal of trees for a housing development, leading to a review halt of the developer's permit application.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 week ago

Inside Gagosian's Quiet Power Move to Street Level on Madison Avenue

Gagosian opens a new ground-floor gallery at 980 Madison Avenue, marking a significant shift from its previous location six stories above.
fromClutchPoints
1 week ago

Nets' Jordi Fernandez celebrates Catalan holiday by distributing books at New York schools

"Sharing this tradition that I've experienced all my life is important to me and my family. But I also think sharing love, which is represented by the rose, and it's International Book Day as well, so exchanging books is also important. Sharing with the community, coming to the school, giving books to the kids, so hopefully we'll make it a bigger event every year..."
Barcelona
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

EVERGLOW shines at Planet in Bloom' Earth Day event in Queens | amNewYork

Planet in Bloom allows us to bring that mission to life in an engaging way while inviting our community to celebrate Earth Month through education, creativity, and giving back, said Wesley Sin, senior marketing manager of Acadia Realty Trust, owner of The Shops at Skyview.
London music
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 week ago

'On a football pitch, it doesn't matter where you're born, you leave all that behind you' Ex-Chelsea youngster and Team GB star Adam Gemili reveals importance of local sporting charity initiative

Seeing the way it was run, how diligent they are, everyone was very respectful. They've got a really good thing here and I really hope they can keep their funding and grow and get bigger.
Liverpool FC
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

MVRDV, Diamond Schmitt, and Two Row Architect Reveal Design for the Temerty Building at the University of Toronto

The Temerty Building is designed to replace a 1969 wing on the west side of the existing Medical Sciences Building, forming a gateway to Front Campus, the historic heart of the university.
Toronto startup
Higher education
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Celebrating 25 years of Macaulay Honors College's impact on NY | amNewYork

Macaulay Honors College provides a rigorous education with a focus on community engagement and experiential learning for high-achieving students.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Sir Woman, Faetooth, Robert Lester Folsom, and MORE! - Portland Mercury

Mercury offers free tickets to various concerts and events in Portland as a thank you to readers.
fromState of the Planet
1 week ago

Why Climate Work Is Community Work

"The responders weren't just FEMA, it was people taking up direct collections for food, for clothing; it was a community response."
Online Community Development
NYC music
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Violists serenade customers at Quincy Gas

Musicians performed personalized serenades at a gas station, creating a unique and intimate experience for customers.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

City Council presses Mayor's Antisemitism Office over definition, access and strategy | amNewYork

City Council scrutinizes the Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism regarding its definition of anti-Jewish hate and public communication.
fromwww.marketingdive.com
1 week ago

Aerie ups commitment to authenticity with enhanced creator program

The Realmakers Community is meant to offer creators, a long-time focus of Aerie's marketing, a means to grow alongside the brand. Participating creators can earn commissions and have access to product seeding, campaign opportunities and brand-led events.
Marketing
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 week ago

New Brooklyn Dance Studio Challenges Norm

"Most dance studio education in the U.S. still starts with ballet and works towards recitals. But historically, hundreds of distinct dance traditions emerged from cultures around the world long before ballet became the norm in European courts."
Brooklyn
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 week ago

Voices Taking Space: How 21V and New Voices Bay Area Launched a Pilot Project Placing Transgender Youth Singers at the Center - San Francisco Bay Times

The Transgender Youth Choir Project provides a supportive space for transgender and gender-expansive young singers to perform and belong.
Arts
fromArtforum
1 week ago

Making Rent: New York's New Apartment Galleries and Artist-Run Spaces

A new artist-run exhibition in Crown Heights showcases diverse artworks in a playful, chaotic environment, emphasizing collaboration and community engagement.
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Threads introduces 'live chats' for following live events

Meta's new live chats feature enables real-time conversations about live events within Threads communities, allowing users to post photos, videos, and text messages.
Online Community Development
Arts
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

'Under Pressure': San Francisco artist's exhibit in Chicago is an SOS to save the planet

Ana Teresa Fernández's exhibit 'Under Pressure' calls for climate action through art, highlighting the impact of human activity on the environment.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 week ago

Can the V&A's New Museum Fulfill Its Democratic Promise?

V&A East in Stratford presents art and design in a community-focused, human-scale environment, contrasting with the institution's traditional architecture.
Education
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 week ago

Setton Pistachio's Earth Day Scholarship Winners Announced

Setton Pistachio's scholarship contest empowers students through sustainability-focused art, expanding opportunities and recognizing commitment to environmental initiatives.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago

Art Brings Seniors and Students Together in Brooklyn Heights

Art sessions foster intergenerational connections between high school students and senior residents through collaborative creativity and storytelling.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

I was frustrated by every baby carrier on the market. So I built my own and grew 2,200% in the last three years.

Hope&plum was founded to provide plus-size babywearing options, growing into a successful seven-figure business through organic marketing and community engagement.
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

This Anonymous Posting Strategy Helped Him Build a Big Following - and Led to Investors and Partners Finding Him First

"I felt like that pseudonym gave me some freedom, like some permission to just be my authentic self."
Social media marketing
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn Heights art collaboration bridges generations, building friendships between students and seniors * Brooklyn Paper

Art fosters intergenerational connections between high school students and senior residents through collaborative projects at The Watermark.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Greatest Scotland team debate bringing fans together

Scotland's Football Memories initiative engages fans to select the best football team from 1945 to 1998, fostering community and shared experiences.
San Francisco
fromwww.7x7.com
2 weeks ago

Bay Area Dance Week Returns With More Than 150 Free Classes, Performances + Gatherings

Bay Area Dance Week showcases diverse dance styles through free events, engaging the community and encouraging participation in dance activities.
fromBenzinga
2 weeks ago

Reddit Co-Founder Alexis Ohanian Calls Sports The 'Last One Standing' That AI Cannot Replace: 'Folks Are

Ohanian's comments come at a time when AI is increasingly influencing various industries. Earlier this month, Reddit partnered with Nectar Social, granting them access to Reddit's Data API for real-time consumer insights.
Online Community Development
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Can a nature corridor increase London's biodiversity?

"We started Wild Cities because urban nature must be restored for people, for wildlife, and for the future. A coalition model lets us work at the scale the challenge demands, celebrating communities and helping people and ecosystems become more connected and resilient."
London
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

From Grindr to Sniffies & beyond, here's why your next hookup will look very diffferent on each of the apps - Queerty

The Gay Appmosphere™ is evolving with new app features and updates from major platforms like Squirt, Sniffies, and Grindr.
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