Trashy Art

Idea:

Little pieces of plastic everywhere…like tiny colorful treasures. Let’s get kids of all ages to collect them, even give them specific types of plastic pieces to collect: reflector bits, bottle caps, etc. divide them up into colors and make a beautiful mosaic. I am leasing the space at 119 Chelmsford street to open an art [Read more…]

Benefit:

This would not only result in a beautiful piece of artwork generated by and for the community, but would also benefit the environment.

Location:

OldIdea, Upper Highlands.

Neighborhood flags

Idea:

Collaboratively design a flag for each interested neighborhood, working with residents, businesses, neighborhood groups, and perhaps K-12 students. Put them up in prominent spots so you’ll identify each unique neighborhood.

Benefit:

People would know what neighborhoods they lived in. More people may go to neighborhood meetings and get involved. The process of designing an unofficial flag may teach participants about the history and characteristics of their neighborhood.

Location:

Citywide, OldIdea.