Cityworks (X)po, a conference and festival about creating energetic places in small cities, will take place in Roanoke on October 27-30.

The event, spearheaded by entrepreneur and placemaker Ed Walker, will highlight best practices in creating, governing and participating in a vibrant cultural life in small cities. Some of the nationally-recognized speakers and performers include James Howard Kunstler, Kennedy Smith and Theaster Gates.

Register online, or email info@CityWorksXpo.com for student discounts.