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Coalition for Smarter Growth
@betterdcregion.bsky.social
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We advocate for livable, walkable, transit-oriented communities in the DC region. Walkable = good, sprawl = bad.

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Kick off Halloween weekend with an optional urbanist costume contest.

Show up in your best costumes reflecting the smart growth movement to enter our costume contest! The winner will receive two tickets to US Ghost Adventures 👻

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October 30, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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Last Chance! SGS is THIS THURSDAY!

We have a scary surprise guest, and we are 🐝BUZZING🐝 with excitement. Can you guess who it is?

We are ready for an evening of inspiration, friendship, and commitment to the fight for our communities.

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Pictured: The 1931 Beaux-Arts Ball. From left to right, A. Stewart Walker as the Fuller Building, Leonard Schultze as the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Ely Jacques Kahn as the Squibb Building, William Van Alen as the Chrysler Building, Ralph Walker as 1 Wall Street, D.E.Ward as the Metropolitan Tower, and Joseph H. Freelander as the Museum of the City of New York. Image Credit: the Council on Tall Urban Buildings and Habitat.
October 28, 2025 at 9:17 PM
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We are making this year’s Smart Growth Social a family-friendly celebration!

Can’t find a babysitter? Kids attend for free! Our kids’ corner will feature coloring pages, bubbles, and Halloween-themed fun.

RSVP for your little ones by contacting Angela at angela@smartergrowth.net
October 22, 2025 at 10:57 PM
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🍂Support the Smart Growth Social and help make it accessible to all!

Join as a Host or Sponsor ($250-$1,000). You contribution provides tickets for families and activists impacted by layoffs.

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October 20, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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CSG is partnering with Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community Engagement (VOICE) to host the Homes for All Assembly this Sunday, October 19.

700+ people, elected leaders, & both gubernatorial candidates invited.

Learn more and RSVP today: secure.everyaction.com/js82cwd78EmB...
October 16, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Connect with community activists, public servants, and urbanists at Smart Growth Social.

Don’t miss a chance to celebrate smart growth with a seasonal twist: kick off Halloween weekend with an optional urbanist costume contest 👻

🎟 Oct 30 @ Eastern Market, get your tickets now: bit.ly/3KmgWk6
October 15, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Spotted by @cmkisicki.bsky.social yesterday. Congrats @wmata.com, the American Public Transportation Association's (APTA) 2025 Transit Agency of the Year!

- with @apta-info.bsky.social
Image by Carrie Kisicki Image by Carrie Kisicki
October 14, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Walk the Trolley Trail with us!

Saturday, October 18
10 am
Meet at Busboys & Poets, 5331 Baltimore Ave, Hyattsville, MD

RSVP: secure.everyaction.com/JpCoEGWde060...

Join us for a walking tour to explore how the Rhode Island Avenue Trolley Trail is helping to build a more vibrant community.
Photo credit: Cheryl Cort
October 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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Join our Host Committee or become an Individual Sponsor to "Pay it Forward" this year.

Your generosity will provide complimentary tickets to supporters impacted by the DC area's economic challenges, ensuring all can attend this morale-boosting event.

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October 7, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Connect with neighbors, community leaders, and fellow urbanists at Smart Growth Social on Oct 30.

RSVP: bit.ly/3KmgWk6

For our supporters who cannot currently afford a ticket, please email angela@smartergrowth.net, and we will reserve a complimentary ticket for you.
October 7, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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You can also attend the Move Fairfax City Open House on October 8th at the City of Fairfax Regional Library, 6-8 PM.

Share your ideas and priorities for transportation improvements in Fairfax City.
October 6, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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🍂Join us on October 30 at Eastern Market for Smart Growth Social 2025, where urbanism meets Halloween fun 🍂

Come for the community, stay for the inspiration from Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins.

Kick off Halloween weekend with an optional urbanist costume contest 🎃

RSVP: lnkd.in/eJ7DPq6f
Image credit: Marco Sanchez
October 3, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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This month, we honor the rich culture, profound history, and enduring legacy of Latino communities across the United States. We recognize their vibrant achievements and invaluable contributions that are part of our national story.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
October 2, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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Today is the last day to get your early bird tickets for SGS!

This year is unlike any other Smart Growth Social, as it falls on the day before Halloween! You don’t want to miss out!

Ticket includes wine, beer, food, fun! 🍂 🎃
RSVP today and save:

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September 30, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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Let's support a more vibrant, walkable, inclusive Duke Street, including more housing options and affordable housing.

Thursday, September 25, 2025
6:30 p.m.
Bishop Ireton High School, 201 Cambridge Rd, Alexandria

Can't attend in person? Register for Zoom:

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Duke St in Alexandria, image by Bill Pugh
September 25, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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Who's up for some ✨transit-oriented birding✨?

CSG team members @cmkisicki.bsky.social and @cherylcort.bsky.social took Metro and biked to check out a red phalarope this morning before work.

This is only the 5th record of this little shorebird in D.C.!
Commuters and bikers in DC enjoying a rare bird sighting by the Capitol Reflecting Pool. Commuters and bikers in DC enjoying a rare bird sighting by the Capitol Reflecting Pool Commuters and bikers in DC enjoying a rare bird sighting by the Capitol Reflecting Pool Commuters and bikers in DC enjoying a rare bird sighting by the Capitol Reflecting Pool
September 24, 2025 at 8:04 PM
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Volunteer at CSG's Smart Growth Social on Oct 30!

We need volunteers for guest check-in, food/bev assistance, and other tasks. Volunteers receive free admission!

Enjoy networking, food, drinks, and inspiration for a walkable, transit-friendly future.

Sign up here: forms.gle/9RnavG5Sg3Pn...
Image: Smart Growth Social 2024. Photo by Marco Sanchez.
September 23, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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Connect with community activists, public servants, and urbanists at Smart Growth Social.

October 30, 2025, 6:30 pm
Eastern Market

RSVP here: secure.everyaction.com/9tRhMhLZM0-a...

📷: @natalifg.bsky.social (center), SGS 2024 keynote speaker, with @stewartcsg.bsky.social & @cmkisicki.bsky.social
September 19, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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Happy Monday 🍂

Ensure your week gets off to a great start by purchasing your Smart Growth Social tickets today!

Tickets include appetizers, one drink, and a fun night of networking and celebration:

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Image: Smart Growth Social 2024. Image credit: Marco Sanchez
September 15, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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Tour the old McMillan site! Go inside the silos!

Join us to explore the Reservoir District walking tour (formerly McMillan Sand Filtration Site) on Saturday, Sept. 20, 10 am-12 pm.

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Reservoir District, Image by Cheryl Cort
September 10, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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Tonight’s inspiring conversation about housing wouldn’t be possible without the support of our generous partners and sponsors.

Thank you for helping us bring this community together!
Poster listing partners and donors: Senator Saddam Salim, Fairfax Mayor Catherine Read, Delegate Holly Seibold, Greater Greater Washington, True Ground Housing Partners, Falls Church Forward, VOICE, YIMBYs of Northern Virginia, Sierra Club - Potomac River Group, Urban Land Institute - Washington, Wesley Housing, EYA, Northern Virginia Building Industry Association, Northern Virginia Association of Realtors, Mayor Letty Hardi, Fairfax Couty Supervisor Dalia Palchik
September 8, 2025 at 1:28 AM
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Chairman McKay: "We are not talking about the number of units. We are talking about humans here. We are talking about kids, we are talking about parents, we are talking about hardworking people, people with disabilities who have built those communities that are facing a housing crunch.”
Fairfax Chairman Jeff McKay speaks at the panel focused on housing following the screening of Fault Lines
September 7, 2025 at 11:44 PM
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Thank you to everyone who filled the room at our sold-out screening of #FaultLines.

"You could be anywhere now, but you are here, talking about housing," - VA State Senator Saddam Salim @salimvasenate.bsky.social

Couldn't make it? We’ll be sharing highlights, photos, and next steps. Stay tuned!
September 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Our Sept 7 screening of Fault Lines is officially sold out!

Your response proves how deeply our community cares about housing issues facing the region.

We can’t wait to welcome a packed house for the film, panel, and social hour this Sunday.

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September 5, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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Join us on Saturday, Sept 6 at 10 AM at the Vienna Town Green to celebrate the W&OD Trail and call attention to the devastating impacts of Dominion's tree-cutting.

We demand to stop tree cutting and negotiate a new agreement on the tree maintenance policies.

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August 29, 2025 at 7:13 PM