The steering committee of Artspace SRQ—an organization made up of representatives from businesses, neighborhood associations and local artists—has announced a new series of events intended to raise money for further research on the possibility of installing affordable housing for artists along Sarasota's North Trail. The first program will begin at 7 p.m. Monday, March 21, with doors opening at 6. The event will be moderated by Lorrie Muldowney, a preservation consultant and the former manager of  the Sarasota County History Center. Chicago's Martin Treu, an architect and urban designer, will speak about the North Trail as the "historic gateway to Sarasota," and Megan McLaughlin will speak about preservation efforts in Miami. The event will be held at the Crocker Church, 1260 12th St., Sarasota. A reception will follow at the adjacent Bidwell-Wood House. A minimum donation of $10.00 is requested.