Unleashing the Power of Townmaking

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• Gary Townmakers Kicks Off “First Mondays at J’s” with Bold Vision for Neighborhood Revitalization

First Mondays at J’s is BACK, and it is better than EVER!

This kickoff of monthly Townmaker LABS brings together small-scale developers, community leaders, residents, artists, planners, and policy shapers to co-create a new vision for neighborhood revitalization, one that is rooted in equity, culture, and incremental development.

Why It Matters?

Community development isn’t just about building new buildings; it’s about making great places by employing a people-centered, place-based approach to revitalizing neighborhoods. With a long-term, layered, and inclusive framework focused on culture and design, inspired residents can realistically apply.

Who Should Attend?

• Neighborhood leaders

• Residents with a vision for change

• Local nonprofits and CDCs

• Emerging developers and builders

• Planners, architects, and designers interested in grassroots development

No experience is needed. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for change to happen, now is the time to learn how we can work together to transform vacant parcels into vibrant places— one person, one project, one block at a time.