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Hearts and Homes Tour at Muir Ridge

Muir Ridge 201 Heron Lane, Martinez, CA

Hosted by Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley Our Hearts and Homes Tour will give attendees a unique look at how our programs and services are providing affordable homeownership solutions for very low to moderate income families. Community members interested in learning more about Habitat for Humanity’s mission, housing solutions, green building practices, and volunteer engagement are encouraged to attend. This special, Affordable Housing Week tour will be held at a new 23-home development, Muir Ridge, in Martinez. Tour attendees…

Hearts and Homes Tour at Muir Ridge

Muir Ridge 201 Heron Lane, Martinez, CA

Hosted by Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley Our Hearts and Homes Tour will give attendees a unique look at how our programs and services are providing affordable homeownership solutions for very low to moderate income families. Community members interested in learning more about Habitat for Humanity’s mission, housing solutions, green building practices, and volunteer engagement are encouraged to attend. This special, Affordable Housing Week tour will be held at a new 23-home development, Muir Ridge, in Martinez. Tour attendees…

See Oakland’s Affordable Housing – by bike!

Swan's Market 538 9th Street, Oakland, CA

Hosted by Community Economics See how affordable housing mitigates the effects of gentrification, enhances neighborhoods, sparks economic development, and stabilizes communities.   Green building, neighborhood-serving retail, connections to transit, child care, clinics, creative designs, supportive services, integrated into neighborhoods, and much more! A leisurely-paced bike ride of about 10 miles. The route is flat, and mostly on roads with bike lanes/sharrows. Please wear a helmet and bring water. We will view about 15 developments, including 3 visits with tours!! Plan for 3 hours. Ride…

See Oakland’s Affordable Housing – by bike!

Swan's Market 538 9th Street, Oakland, CA

Hosted by Community Economics See how affordable housing mitigates the effects of gentrification, enhances neighborhoods, sparks economic development, and stabilizes communities.   Green building, neighborhood-serving retail, connections to transit, child care, clinics, creative designs, supportive services, integrated into neighborhoods, and much more! A leisurely-paced bike ride of about 10 miles. The route is flat, and mostly on roads with bike lanes/sharrows. Please wear a helmet and bring water. We will view about 15 developments, including 3 visits with tours!! Plan for 3 hours. Ride…