Strong Towns Illinois (STILL) Gathering Agenda

Join the many Strong Towns Local Conversations in the state of Illinois for the first-ever state-wide gathering hosted in Chicago! Come meet folks doing the bottom-up work of Strong Towns, swap ideas, and share successes and challenges.

You do not need to currently be involved in a Local Conversation to attend. If you are interested in joining or starting one for your city/town, this is event is also for you!

9/26 Friday (Optional, Early Arrivals) - Industry Ales Brewpub @ 230 S Wabash Ave

8 pm Happy Hour (early arrivals)

9/27 Saturday (Main Event) - Workbox Chicago @ 125 S Clark St ste 1700

12–1 pm Welcome Lunch

1–5 pm Kickoff/Workshops/Closeout

9/27 Saturday (Optional, Social) - Details will be shared at Main Event

5–6:30 pm Loop/West Loop Walk

7–8:30 pm Dinner

9 pm+ Socials (karaoke, jazz, etc.)

9/28 Sunday (LC Leadership) - Atwood @ 1 W Washington St

11 am–12 pm LC Leads Brunch

Suggested nearby hotels for those saying on Friday and/or Saturday evening:

Minimal and Bang-for-the-buck (best for for lodging alone)

Central Loop Hotel 111 West Adams Street

The Midland Hotel Chicago 172 W Adams Street

Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago 100 West Monroe Street

Extended Stay (best for groups of 3+)

Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District 22 West Monroe Street

Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown/Loop 11 South LaSalle Street

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop 245 S Franklin St

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