Upcoming Events.
As part of Fondren Forward, we will be hosting a series of community workshops. The goal is to listen to residents and to learn about the values, goals, opportunities, and challenges shared by the Fondren community. We hope you’ll attend and share your candid thoughts with us!
Design Workshop
Join us at our second workshop, where we’ll begin to consider possible solutions for Fondren. Building upon the insights gained from earlier feedback, we'll collaborate with community members to refine Fondren Forward objectives, identifying design opportunities that align with collective community goals. This designated time frame is strategically integrated into the process to actively seek community input on initial ideas, laying the groundwork before advancing to the later stages of the design process.
The evening will kick off with a presentation providing an overview of the Fondren Forward endeavor to date. Following that, from approximately 7:00 to 9:00, we'll host an informal come-and-go format, inviting participants to freely explore several stations that consider different design options that could support the Fondren in a number of ways. Stay for as little or as long as you wish— we’ll just be happy to see your face!
The slide deck from the event can be found here, and photos from the event can be found here.
How to Make Cities that People Love
Join the Fondren Forward design team for an informal virtual lecture that delves into the fascinating history of city and neighborhood design in America. Explore the evolution of urban landscapes and discover the tools that contribute to the creation of exciting, unique, successful, and beloved places. This discussion aims to inspire Fondren residents to actively participate in shaping the future of our neighborhood, providing you with an understanding of the traditional and contemporary means to enhance community living and foster a vibrant atmosphere. Whether you're a passionate resident, history enthusiast, armchair urbanist, or simply curious about urban development, this event is your chance to gain insights that can influence the evolution of Fondren into an even more remarkable and thriving place.
A recording of the presentation can be viewed here.
Listening Workshop
The journey starts with your ideas!
Join us at our inaugural workshop where we will chat with community members to gather crucial feedback on your aspirations for the future of Fondren. Feel free to bring along friends and family. The evening will kick off with a presentation providing an overview of the Fondren Forward endeavor. Following that, from approximately 7:00 to 9:00, we'll host an informal come-and-go format, inviting participants to freely explore several stations that consider different aspects of the Fondren community, such as its culture, opportunities, and challenges. Stay for as little or as long as you wish— we’ll just be happy to see your face!
The slide deck from the event can be found here, and photos from the event can be found here.
Stay tuned for future events!
Stay tuned for future events!
We look forward to hosting additional community conversations in which we can listen to residents and to learn about the values, goals, challenges, and opportunities of Fondren. We hope you’ll attend and share your candid thoughts with us as we seek to protect what is special about the area while seizing upon potential improvements. Stay tuned for more details, and sign up for updates here.