Coalition for Smarter Growth

10/14/2026

Next Monday, Oct. 19, CSG will present at the Green Fairfax Environmental Summit.

Hosted by Supervisor Dalia Palchik, this summit will feature expert panels on transit, climate resilience, and urban greening, plus a networking happy hour.

The summit is free; registration is required, deadline is Oct. 15: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/green-fairfax-environmental-summit-tickets-2000486066677

10/09/2026

Pizza, great company, a cool venue, and an inspiring speaker – these are just a few of our favorite things about the upcoming Smart Growth Social.

October 21, 2026, 6:30–9 p.m.

Grab your tickets and join us: https://secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKplan73IUs7w2

10/07/2026

Have questions about transportation in Fairfax County?

The 2nd Annual Mason District Transportation Fair is back this Saturday, Oct. 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Minnie H. Peyton Community Center at Bailey’s Crossroads!

Stop by to learn about upcoming pedestrian, bike, and road projects in the Mason District and discover new transportation options across Fairfax County.

Saturday, Oct. 10
11 a.m. -1 p.m.
FREE admission
5920 Summers Lane, Falls Church, VA

- with Mason District - Supervisor Andres Jimenez, Fairfax County Government

10/05/2026

🍕 🍻 Ready for a night out?

Join friends, neighbors, urbanists, and community leaders at CSG’s Smart Growth Social for an evening of great pizza, drinks, and connection with people who share a vision for a more walkable, inclusive, and transit-friendly region.

October 21, 2026, 6:30–9 p.m.
Tickets are $30
Includes pizza, an open bar, and soft drinks

Don’t miss it: https://secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKplan73IUs7w2

10/05/2026

📢 WEBINAR ALERT: Shape the future of Montgomery County 📢

On Monday, Oct. 5, join Montgomery County, Md., Planning Department staff and local advocates for updates on current and upcoming master plans and a discussion about how local advocacy makes a difference!

Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
6 p.m. via Zoom
RSVP: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1wuJAo2KSe6Y2qGQJZrr3g

You'll hear from planners about how they use community feedback to inform master plans, and from advocates like you about their insights from previous master plan advocacy experiences.

We'll also walk you through the basics of the master plan process, where you can find the latest info, and how you can plug in to CSG and Montgomery for All local advocacy.

Photo credit: Montgomery Planning

10/02/2026

Your monthly guide for all things housing and transit in the DC region is here!

Don’t miss these chances to connect, celebrate, and win change: https://www.smartergrowth.net/resources/csg-news-dont-miss-these-chances-to-connect-celebrate-and-win-change/

Subscribe to get the next issue right in your inbox: https://secure.everyaction.com/DaJnpL9qvUWrk_b4wNvrgg2

Pictured: Highlights from our previous SGS parties. We hope to see you at the next one on October 21! Credit: Marco Sanchez.

09/30/2026

🍕🍻 Just three weeks until our favorite urbanist party of the year! Join us at Eastern Market for the annual Smart Growth Social!

Join friends, neighbors, and community leaders for an evening of great food, drinks, and connection with people who share a vision for a more walkable, inclusive, and transit-friendly region.

We’d love to see you there! Grab your spot today: https://secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKplan73IUs7w2

Photo credit: Marco Sanchez

09/28/2026

🎉Exciting news for Alexandria: The draft Duke Street Land Use Plan is released tomorrow!

Join us at the celebration and open house tomorrow, September 29, 7-9 p.m. to get a first look at what's in the plan, ask questions, and grab free BBQ & cake!

In-person: Patrick Henry Rec Center (4653 Taney Ave)
Virtual: Zoom option available for the presentation & Q&A

Learn what we like about the plan and RSVP if attending virtually: https://www.smartergrowth.net/virginia/celebrate-release-of-draft-duke-street-plan/

Photo credit: Bill Pugh

09/25/2026

We are excited to have Yonah Freemark as our featured guest speaker at this year’s Smart Growth Social on October 21!

As one of the nation’s leading urban policy experts, Yonah will share key insights on the future of transit, housing, and smart growth in our region.

Beyond the talk, SGS is a great opportunity to connect with your fellow urbanists who share our vision for a more walkable, inclusive, and transit-friendly region.

Don’t miss it!
October 21, 6:30–9 p.m.
Eastern Market

RSVP: https://secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKplan73IUs7w2

09/25/2026

Our Tysons Fall happy hour is around the corner!

We hope you will gather with us to enjoy the cooler weather and learn about how you can take part in exciting campaigns to foster more walkable, transit-oriented communities.

Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 5:30 p.m.
Shipgarten Bier Hall Tent

RSVP: https://secure.everyaction.com/_NtNJ5B7VkOLyC79m2Ddiw2

Bites, brews, and a better-connected future! 🍻🚆

Join the Coalition for Smarter Growth for an autumn happy hour in the Bier Hall tent of Shipgarten.

Connect with fellow advocates to chat about new mixed-use developments, upcoming zoning reforms, and building more transit-oriented communities.

📍 Where: Shipgarten Bier Hall Tent (7581 Colshire Dr, McLean, VA) - Walkable from the McLean Metro!

📅 When: Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 5:30 p.m.

🎟️ Register: Hit the link in the first comment to save your spot!

Come learn how to get involved in expanding housing and transit access across our region.

See you there!