A holiday party at 335 Commons celebrating the incredible artwork of lifelong artist and teacher, Laurence Karasek. Hosted by Ashley Harder and Marcia Karasek, guests viewed his paintings and shared holiday cheer. The event was a success and we can't wait for more exciting collaborations and partnerships within the arts and small business communities!

A night of creative energy for Phoenix's First Friday with Artists Sebastien Millon, Bryan Mok, and TEDx Speaker Safwat Saleem. The art exhibit was accompanied by music from DJ Shane Kennedy, local craft vendors and food from famed then food truck Short Leash Hot Dogs.

Embracing the power of social media early on, we held a naming contest for what is now known as 335 Commons. The contest aimed to find a name for the building by inviting locals to suggest a name that represented the spirit of the neighborhood. This interactive approach ignited engagement, with participants joining our Facebook page, sharing ideas, and winning prizes. A series of curated pop-up events further solidified connections, aligning neighbors and local businesses with our project.