Tag: community
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The Cities We Need
Book Review The concept of “place work” might not be familiar to most urban planners, but it’s a critical element of city life that deserves our attention. In a fascinating conversation on the Booked On Planning podcast, author Gabrielle Bendiner-Viani discusses her book “The Cities We Need: Essential Stories of Everyday Places,” offering insights into…
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How to Remake the World, Neighborhood by Neighborhood
Book Review In a 2024 Booked on Planning podcast episode, we explore the impact of caring relationships on transforming communities and addressing systemic issues with Mack McCarter, author of “How to Remake the World, Neighborhood by Neighborhood.” Mack’s book discusses the power of genuine connections and their ability to create resilient communities, drawing inspiration from…
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Valuing Historic Preservationists
The foundations of historic preservation are rooted in volunteerism and community activism. The formal profession evolved centuries after the first attempt to save a home, that to the women with extra time to spare felt was a key symbol of our young nation. After those beginnings we moved into a period of organized activism on…
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Evolution of the Farmers Market
With the farmers market season upon us it seems fitting to dive into their history and evolution over time. The farmers market was not always a leisure activity for a Saturday morning to get some fresh flowers and a bag of vegetables or honey. It also did not happen just once or twice a week,…
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Our Towns
Book Review I was jealous as I read Our Towns by James and Deborah Fallows who spent several years flying around the U.S. in their small personal plane visiting towns making a comeback after the recession. As a planner traveling to learn from other communities is an ingrained part of my personality. I love visiting…
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The Past and Future City
Book Review Places bring people together and relate our history. While preservation is thought of primarily as ornate and important buildings, it is often the ordinary buildings and neighborhoods that are imbued with meaning through stories and memories. Our sense of self is defined by places, where we are from and what we have learned…
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How to Kill a City
Book Review In cities across America we are seeing the negative effects of gentrification and how it has the potential to destroy culture, heritage, and displace long time residents. People are being priced out of homes, forced to “drive until they qualify.” This phenomenon may seem relegated to high population centers like New York City…
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The Planning Lady 