City:  Grand Rapids

Event:  Skateboarding Workshop

Open Space: Clemente DIY Skate Park

Category:  Built Together, Community Play

At Clemente DIY, youth and families can engage with outdoor recreation in a creative, hands-on way. The skateboard workshop brings people together to learn, build, and skate, welcoming all ages and skill levels. By providing access to equipment and guidance, this community-driven space shows how urban programs can foster connection, play, and confidence in public spaces.

City:  Grand Rapids

Event:  Bouldering Demo

Open Space: Highland Park

Category:  Built Together

In Highland Park, a community-driven climbing space invites people of all backgrounds to explore vertical terrain, build confidence, and play in an urban setting. By making climbing accessible in the heart of the city, this initiative shows how urban recreation can strengthen community, encourage outdoor activity, and redefine how residents engage with local landscapes.