Community • Creativity • Action

We mobilize neighbors to co‑create brighter public spaces in Bethany, OK.

Independent, community‑led projects that spark pride, belonging, and shared responsibility.

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Vision

A creative hub for local change

We aim to be a welcoming hub where residents, artists, and youth collaborate to improve shared spaces and celebrate the unique stories of Bethany, Oklahoma.

Social Meaning

Small, hands‑on actions create visible momentum—murals, pop‑up markets, micro‑grants for block projects—that build trust and a culture of showing up for one another.

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Goal 1

Foster creativity & collaboration

  • Host inclusive workshops and co‑design sessions.
  • Pair artists with volunteer teams for public‑space projects.
Goal 2

Improve shared spaces

  • Beautify walls, parks, and gathering spots.
  • Support neighborhood‑led cleanups and placemaking.
Goal 3

Grow youth skills

  • Mentor teens in project planning and stewardship.
  • Offer micro‑roles in event production and art crews.
Public Art

Canvas of Hope

Local artists and volunteers co‑create murals reflecting Bethany’s culture and shared aspirations.

  • Quarterly mural sprints
  • Open sketch nights
  • Mini‑grants for wall prep
Community Market

Redmond Fair

A seasonal pop‑up market connecting neighbors, small vendors, and civic groups to share ideas and resources.

  • Local makers & nonprofits
  • Repair & recycle corner
  • Story booth for oral histories
Youth

Community Youth Crew

Teen leadership cohort that plans micro‑projects—mini‑gardens, art benches, and park activations.

  • 12‑week mentorship cycle
  • Peer leadership roles
  • Neighborhood showcases
Recent Highlight

Community ReVibe 2025 — Reviving Shared Spaces

A one‑day, hands‑on celebration of creativity and care—held in June 2025 in Bethany, OK.

Event Overview

  • Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025 (10:00 AM – 6:30 PM)
  • Venue: Bethany Public Park & adjacent community wall
  • Focus: Public mural build, street music, creative reuse zone, neighborhood story booth
  • Partners: Local artists collective, small vendors, neighborhood associations

Program Schedule

  • 10:00 – 10:30 AM: Welcome circle & safety brief
  • 10:30 – 12:30 PM: Mural grid‑out & base colors (art crews A/B)
  • 12:30 – 1:30 PM: Community picnic & maker stalls
  • 1:30 – 4:00 PM: Detail layers & story booth recordings
  • 4:00 – 5:30 PM: Music & reuse workshop (planters from pallets)
  • 5:30 – 6:30 PM: Unveiling, group photo, gratitude round

Volunteer Roles & Logistics

  • Art Crew: sketch, paint, stencil teams (ages 14+)
  • Care Crew: hospitality, refill stations, shade setup
  • Story Crew: oral‑history booth & photo logs
  • Zero‑waste Station: sorting, signage, tally sheets

Materials & Safety

  • Low‑VOC exterior paints, rollers, drop cloths, gloves, masks
  • First‑aid kit on site; sunblock & water coolers provided
  • Accessibility: step‑stools, varied‑height tasks, quiet rest area

Turnout & Impact

  • ≈ 320 attendees across the day
  • 120m² wall transformed into a community mural
  • 42 youth took on micro‑leadership roles

Community Outcomes

  • New cross‑neighborhood artist–youth pairs formed
  • Three follow‑up block projects proposed
  • Waste diversion estimated at 68%

What’s Next

We’re preparing a fall mini‑grant round for resident‑led micro‑projects inspired by the ReVibe mural themes.

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Ways to participate

  • Volunteer for art, care, story, or zero‑waste crews
  • Contribute supplies or make a charitable gift
  • Pitch a micro‑project for your block or school club

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