- In the UK, a giant mechanical elephant prepares to thrill the streets of Liverpool [Guardian]
- Bus bans at malls in Illinois are a reminder that true public space is precious and scarce [Illinoize]
- An astro-turf-covered square becomes a busy impromptu park in Maryland, despite a designed park nearby! [The Dirt]
- Don’t live near a farmers market? Start your own! [Tips from the University of Florida, via Ecollo]
- Cities and towns are turning abandoned big box stores into community centers, charter schools and senior centers [USA Today]