Wayne Ripple Effect Print

star-24px 2017 AARP Community Challenge Grantee

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Public Spaces
An underutilized alleyway owned by the city was transformed into a gathering and event space.

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Outdoor exercise class in alley.
Outdoor exercise class in alley.
Alley with tables.

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