Findlay, OH In 1952, families living in Northeast Ohio who had children with developmental disabilities had limited educational resources to help their children. Over the next decade, the parents from these families would advocate for better schooling opportunities to be made available for those children. The parents petitioned the Hancock County Child Welfare Board to receive funds from the …
Omaha Zoo Receives Turf Upgrade to Children’s Adventure Trails Park
Omaha, NE — Established in the 1950s, Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium was created to unleash visitors’ sense of wonder across 160 acres of plants, animals, and unique habitats from around the world. Constructed in the City’s historic Riverview Park, founded in 1894, the Omaha Zoo’s owners have worked hard over the years to keep it upgraded and well …
Omaha’s Historic 1920’s Cottonwood Hotel Revitalization with SYNLawn
Omaha, NE – Constructed in 1916, the historic Cottonwood Hotel in Omaha, Nebraska has roots that run deep throughout the Community while charmingly capturing the spirit of the Midwest. Located near the city’s Blackstone District, the Cottonwood Hotel is a revival of the historic Blackstone Hotel that aims to inspire a fresh approach to modernize hospitality while preserving its original …
Ohio River-Front Bar & Grille Comes to Life with SYNLawn
New Richmond, OH — Along the Ohio River will be home to the new Sunset Beach Bar and Grille. This up-and-coming restaurant will host live music and bring the community together with its beautiful river-front outdoor space. Just East of downtown Cincinnati in historic downtown New Richmond, Sunset Beach Bar and Grille will offer unique dining and entertainment with an …
Tennessee Church Brings Community Together with New Outdoor Space
Murfreesboro, TN — Just south of Nashville lives the growing congregation of New Vision Baptist Church. As the church has grown, so has its passion for addressing the needs of the local community. New Vision Church stretches across two campuses, Battlefield and Buchanan. Since the Battlefield location has a large campus, it has quickly become a central hub for hosting …
South Carolina School District Upgrades 22 Playgrounds with Child-Safe Turf
Fort Mill, SC — Fort Mill School District is home to 11 schools and over 16,000 students. The vision of this district is to inspire and educate children using “ingenuity and imagination to challenge and inspire students to exceed their greatest dreams and create a better community.” Fort Mill decided to expand its wellness initiatives to promote outdoor socialization and …
New England Boutique Resort Gets a Luxury Event Space Upgrade
Ogunquit, ME — Two hours outside of Boston, Massachusetts, lives a beautiful boutique hotel in Ogunquit, Maine called Anchorage by the Sea. The four-star resort is a premier destination for weddings, events, vacationing and provides guests with a luxury waterfront Maine experience. The family-run organization first opened its doors in 1978 and aims to give patrons an unforgettable stay. Michael …
Luxurious Green Space for Chicago’s Merchandise Mart River Plaza
Chicago, IL — The Merchandise Mart (also known as “the MART”) in Chicago is one of the world’s largest commercial and wholesale design centers. The famous building hosts several prominent tradeshows each year, and it welcomes nearly 10 million people each year, including designers, architects, builders, consumers, and tourists. The building also houses numerous commercial offices for companies like Allscripts, …
Jones Beach State Park brings Beach Goers Quality Mini-Golf to Millions
Wantagh, NY — Jones Beach State Park in Nassau County has been a world-famous attraction since it opened in 1929. Each year around 6 million visitors take advantage of the 6 1⁄2 miles of white-sand beaches, a boardwalk, and two swimming pools that are part of the historic park. The new West Games Area of the park opened last summer …
Jersey City Rooftop Dog Park Gives Pets Room to Run
Jersey City, NJ — For many urban pets and pet owners, simple things like going potty can be a challenging experience. Living in a concrete jungle doesn’t always create the most inviting environment for pets to be pets. Recognizing the need to accommodate energetic animals ready to expend their natural energy running, jumping, and playing is a trending amenity many …