Nature Walks in the City (in every season)
Neighborhood nature walks are the MVP when it comes to living in the city and maintaining a strong connection to nature.
Category: Urban Life
Join The Neighborhood Play Challenge
Make time and space for play without even leaving the block with these practical tips from Marijn, an urban planner and mother living in the Netherlands. Play can happen everywhere!
Thatâs Not My American Dream
Homogenous communities aren’t my thing. I want a sidewalk and a falafel shop and anti-racist housing policies, please and thank you.
How Well Do You Know Your Neighborhood?
Dig in to the story and history of your neighborhood this weekend. Itâs not just nerdy, itâs the first step to truly understanding your city and finding ways to give back. đđ
87 Things To Do This Summer
This summer will be different, but it doesn’t mean we have to skimp on fun. We gathered a ton of ideas for getting the most out of Summer 2020, even if you have to stay distant from your friends. âď¸
We Love Slow Streets!
Cities everywhere are closing streets to through car traffic to make room for pedestrians and bikes as we continue to practice physical distancing. It’s a great opportunity for urban families!
Read This Before You Decide To Leave The City For Good
The pandemic is pushing some people out of cities. Sometimes it’s unavoidable but sometimes we can wait it out. Here’s some encouragement to stay.
A Bookseller’s Reading Habits During A Global Pandemic
Brittany is a bookseller and mother who lives in Chinatown, NYC. She wrote this piece for us about reading habits during quarantineâturns out it’s not quite as straightforward as reading during healthier times, but still offers a chance for escape and new perspectives. And isn’t that what we’re all looking for?
Our Cities Will Shine Again
Coronavirus has stolen so much of what makes us feel human. But not forever.
Quarantine Rainbows
Spread rainbows, not coronavirus! đ Paint a rainbow on your window as a sign of solidarity and hope to your neighborsâand yourselfâwhile you’re stuck inside. Then go on a rainbow hunt with the kids!
