https://medium.com/reimagining-the-civic-commons/rituals-awe-and-the-public-realm-865f599e320e
This stood out for me (esp. the points that libraries are particularly well-positioned to facilitate, and the suggestion to invite co-creation *with* the community (not just *for* the community)
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For the public realm, this has practical implications. Parks, libraries, community centers and other public spaces are uniquely positioned to host activities that invite people to move, breathe, sing, or paddle in sync: line dancing in a public square, tandem kayaking on a local lake group yoga on the lawn, or communal singing in a library atrium. These kinds of rhythmic, collective experiences do more than draw attendance — they create the conditions for awe, collective effervescence and belonging. Designing and programming for synchronized participation is one concrete way public spaces can help restore the shared rituals and emotional lift that modern life is often lacking.
Invite co-creation
Rituals are often location-specific, and informed or even created by individuals or small groups before they spread more widely across a community. Engaging community members in the co-creation of rituals in public spaces — particularly rituals related to specific cultural communities — can make them more meaningful and potentially, more likely to be adopted over time.
This means asking communities to inform and even lead the work of marking local transitions and important milestones. Co-creation ensures rituals are meaningful, not generic — and helps communities see themselves reflected in public space.
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