Assembly

A quick look back at some recent happenings around Assembly! 📸 From inspiring presentations at PechaKucha Night (PKN), to AIA Hampton Roads Missing Middle Housing Roundtable exploring housing challenges across Hampton Roads, to a community Clothing Swap hosted by Work Program Architects & Foster Beauty Fashion Show benefiting The Urban Renewal Center — the past few weeks have been full of connection, creativity, and conversation.

There’s always something happening here to help people learn, create, and grow together. See what’s coming up next 👉 assemblynfk.com/events!

Introducing our fourth class of Changemakers in Residence — the Class of 2026. 🎊

This program continues to grow as a platform for individuals and organizations shaping community and advancing local culture through creativity and innovation. Building on the momentum of previous cohorts, we’re excited to welcome seven new residents and welcome back three to continue their important work.

Meet the Class of 2026 below, learn more about their work and what drives them, and join us in welcoming them into the community. Throughout the year, we’ll be highlighting their projects and the impact they’re making here and beyond!

Alaina Shaw, La Primavera String Orchestra

Brian Owens, Black BRAND

Brianna Jones, House 273

Chris Green, Chris Green Paints

Cosette Lambourne Woods, Joyful Living Breathe

Jay Findlay, Antidote Agency, LLC

Katina Barnes, Butterfly Village Inc.

Kendall Lawson, Three Scooops

Mars Carlos, NeuroSpace LLC and I SEE YOU BRO

Ted Patterson, The AI Collective • Hampton Roads

Clear out your closet, refresh your style, and give back. 👕✨

Join us this Wednesday, April 22nd, from 5:30-7:30 PM for a clothing swap featuring a fashion forecast by Ariana of Foster Beauty Fashion Show, mocktails by FreeLife , and plenty of chances to connect — while finding fresh pieces for spring + summer!

How it Works:

♻️ Bring 5–10 like-new clothing or home items to swap

♻️ Open to all adult sizes and genders

♻️ Light refreshments provided, with additional options for purchase

♻️ Remaining items will be donated to The Urban Renewal Center.

Free for members + tenants | $5 for non-members.

Limited spots — RSVP + bring a friend!

Stick around after for Extracurricular | The Power of Creative Business IV hosted by Antidote Agency, LLC from 6-9:30 PM 👀

https://community.assemblynfk.com/events/1415692432/the-giving-exchange-clothing-and-home-goods-swap/tickets