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ReStore Workshop DIY Series: Winter Decor
Nov
16

ReStore Workshop DIY Series: Winter Decor

  • ReStore - Habitat for Humanity Capital District (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a fun and creative DIY craft workshop at Habitat for Humanity ReStore! In this hands-on event, you’ll transform scrap wood from the ReStore into beautiful winter decor that will add a festive touch to your home. No prior crafting experience is necessary—just bring your creativity and enthusiasm!

What to Expect:

  • Guided instruction from ReStore staff

  • All materials provided (including scrap wood, paint, and embellishments)

  • Hot chocolate available

  • Opportunity to meet fellow DIY enthusiasts and make new friends

  • Each participant will receive a ReStore coupon as a gift!

Themes You Can Create:

  • Rustic holiday signs

  • Snowy greetings

  • Winter-themed art

Additional Information:

  • All skill levels welcome!

  • Children aged 10 and up can participate with an adult.

  • Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies or special needs.

Registration:

Cost: $15 per person or $25 for two (All proceeds support Habitat for Humanity Capital District’s mission of building safe, affordable homes)

  • If the registration fee is a concern, we offer a scholarship option that allows you to register for only $5. Just select this option during registration, and you’re all set!

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Coffee, Chat & Tour
Dec
14

Coffee, Chat & Tour

Join us for a casual and engaging gathering to discover Habitat for Humanity’s impactful work in your community! You’ll have the opportunity to tour one of our neighborhoods and see one of our build projects in progress.

What to expect:

  • Enjoy complimentary coffee and refreshments while meeting the team and attendees.

  • Learn about Habitat for Humanity's local projects and volunteer opportunities.

  • Take a guided tour showcasing Habitat homes and community

  • Bring a friend and any questions about community involvement.

Street parking is available on Sheridan Avenue.

Please RSVP by December 11th to let us know you’re coming!

For more information, reach out to us at info@habitatcd.org or call (518) 462-2993 x117. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Chalk Art Social!
Sep
24

Chalk Art Social!

Join us for a community chalk art event where everyone is invited to come add chalk art to the sidewalk in front of our main office and socialize!

Bring your own chalk or use the provided supplies. Bring your family along to enjoy some creative fun and brighten up the sidewalk with colorful greetings for our volunteers. We encourage artists of all ages and skill levels to participate and express their imagination.

Art themes: home, community, gardens, kindness, helping neighbors, volunteers, construction, etc.

Whether you're an experienced artist or just looking for a fun way to spend the day, don't miss the opportunity to join a collaborative mural project.

Please RSVP if you plan to attend!

(please note that we are using a program called Bloomerang Volunteer to accept RSVPs)

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National Voter Registration Day
Sep
16

National Voter Registration Day

On September 17, 2024, Habitat for Humanity Capital District joins a coalition of thousands of Partners across the country that will celebrate National Voter Registration Day with a coordinated democracy blitz aimed at getting every eligible American registered to vote in advance of election 2024!

Read more about National Voter Registration Day. itical beliefs, we know that for democracy to work for all of us, it must include all of us.

Register to vote today!

Moved? Changed your name? Became a U.S. citizen? Update your voter registration information!

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21st Annual Dr. Pamela J. Harper Community Block Party
Aug
24

21st Annual Dr. Pamela J. Harper Community Block Party

  • 160 Sheridan Avenue Albany, NY, 12210 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Habitat will be tabling at New Jerusalem Home of the Saved Church and CDPHP’s 21st Annual Dr. Pamela J. Harper Community Block Party! This free event will feature FREE food*, kids’ activities, and important health information. There will also be local vendors, a live DJ, giveaways*, school supplies*, and health screenings.

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Neigborhood Bingo
Aug
12
to Aug 29

Neigborhood Bingo

The weather is cooling down and it is a great time to get outside and move around. Neighborhood Bingo is the perfect activity to explore your neighborhood with your friends or family. 

Download and print Habitat Neighborhood Bingo cards or stop by our main office at 207 Sheridan Avenue in Albany to pick up copies (Monday - Thursday 9 am - 4 pm). Once you have completed the activity, stop back at our office to pick up a small prize. Every participant receives a free sweet treat, and the first three groups win a succulent plant.

Capture selfies with the bingo cards while taking part and share the pictures with us to be showcased on our social media platforms!

 

How to play:

  1. Get your family or friends together, everyone gets one bingo card

  2. Go outside and search for the items on your cards, check each item off once you find it

  3. First person to find one row of items on their bingo card wins! (Examples of winning cards are provided in the picture)

 
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Celebrating 6 New Houses on Manning Blvd in Albany
Jun
20

Celebrating 6 New Houses on Manning Blvd in Albany

  • 824 Manning Boulevard Albany, NY, 12207 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come celebrate the completion of 6 new Habitat for Humanity homes in the Capital District!

The gathering will commence at 4 pm, offering a tour of one of the new houses and a chance to mingle with fellow guests. Join us for a happy hour following the event where you can learn more about Habitat and getting involved.

This achievement marks the completion of 170 homes by Habitat in the Capital District since our founding in 1988. Learn more about these homes.

Please RSVP below if you plan to attend!

EVENT DETAILS

The event will take place in front of 824/826 Manning Blvd.

Street parking is available on Manning Blvd, Livingston Avenue and nearby streets.

CDTA Routes 100 and 106 will drop you off just two blocks away, at the corner of North Pearl and Livingston Avenue, by the Capital Repertory Theatre.

4pm - Brief remarks from Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Christine Schudde, City of Albany Treasurer Darius Shahinfar, Albany Housing Authority Executive Director Chiquita D’Arbeau, Albany Community Land Trust President Aprecia “Preem” Cabey and a Habitat homebuyer.

4:30pm - Immediately following, guests are invited to tour a home

5pm - Happy hour at Albany Distilling Company (75 Livingston Avenue). Walk around the corner with us! Enjoy a casual happy hour with cash bar and find out how you can get involved with Habitat.

WEATHER UPDATE

Two of the houses will be open to guests (824 and 826 Manning Blvd) and air conditioned thanks to their high-efficiency air source heat pumps! Guests are welcome to go inside at any point before, during or after the brief program to cool off. We will also have water, popsicles and snacks. If it rains or thunders, the event will move inside.

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Capital Region Homebuyer Fair
Apr
27

Capital Region Homebuyer Fair

Hosted by Affordable Housing Partnership

  • Meet Lenders, Realtors, Housing Advisors, Attorneys

  • Get information on loan products, grant programs

  • Have your credit reviewed with a housing advisor then meet with a loan originator for a no obligation loan consultation

  • THIS IS A FREE EVENT

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Jan
1
to Mar 31

Homeownership Information Sessions

 

We recommend taking Homebuyer 101 with another organization before attending a Habitat information session. You can find free, HUD-approved Homebuyer 101 through AHP or TRIP.

Online information sessions will be held online via Microsoft Teams (you do not need an account to access).

Available dates:

  • Saturday, Jan 27 at 11 am

  • Friday, Feb 9, at 12 pm

  • Monday, Feb 19, at 11 am (Presidents Day)

  • Wednesday, Feb 28, at 5:30 pm

We’ll discuss:

  • Program requirements

  • The application process

  • How to prepare

Attendees have the opportunity to participate in application coaching.

Registering or attending an information session will have no impact on how an application is reviewed.


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20th Annual Dr. Pamela J. Harper Community Block Party
Aug
19

20th Annual Dr. Pamela J. Harper Community Block Party

In collaboration with CDPHP Healthy Neighborhood

Free Fun. Free Food. Free Info.

Habitat will be there with information on buying your first home, upcoming volunteer opportunities and more.

Giveaways and fun activities for all ages!

Bring your family and friends!
- Health screenings (ages 18+)
- Dental health resources
- 40+ additional agencies/organizations with resources
- Live music
- Free food*
- Giveaways*
- Inflatable activities
- Games for children
*While supplies last

For more information, please email newjerusalemlive@gmail.com

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Homeownership Information Session
Jul
1
to Dec 31

Homeownership Information Session

We recommend taking Homebuyer 101 with another organization before attending a Habitat information session. You can find free, HUD-approved Homebuyer 101 through AHP or TRIP.

Online information sessions will be held via Zoom

We’ll discuss:

Program requirements

  • The application process

  • How to prepare

Attendees have the opportunity to participate in application coaching.

Registering or attending an information session will have no impact on how an application is reviewed.


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Homeownership Information Session
Jun
17

Homeownership Information Session

We recommend taking Homebuyer 101 with another organization before attending a Habitat information session. You can find free, HUD-approved Homebuyer 101 through AHP or TRIP.

An online information session will be held Saturday, June 17, at 11:30am to about 12:30pm via Zoom.

We’ll discuss:

Program requirements

  • The application process

  • How to prepare

Attendees have the opportunity to participate in application coaching.

Registering or attending an information session will have no impact on how an application is reviewed.

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10 New Habitat Houses Celebration
Jun
15

10 New Habitat Houses Celebration

We just finished the construction of ten more local Habitat houses. This means that ten local families will be moving into their new safe, affordable homes in a couple of weeks.

Tour some of the houses, hear from Habitat homeowners, and celebrate the homes that you helped build. Join us on Thursday, June 15th at 10 am on Orange Street in Albany and then 3 pm on River Street in Troy. Attend both or just one!

Light refreshments will be provided.

Orange Street Celebration
10am - 11am
186 Orange St, Albany, NY 12210

River Street Celebration
3pm - 4pm
808 River St, Troy, NY 12180

Let us know you plan to be at the celebration by RSVPing below!

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Homeownership Information Session
May
10

Homeownership Information Session

An online information session for this application will be held Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 5:30 pm via Zoom.

We’ll discuss:

  • Program requirements

  • How to apply

  • How to prepare for an application cycle

Registering or attending an information session will have no impact on how an application is reviewed.

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2023 Homebuyer Fair
Apr
29

2023 Homebuyer Fair

Join us at this annual, free event where you can explore everything you need to know about buying a home. Obtain a free credit report (bring your photo ID), talk one-on-one with lenders, realtors, home inspectors, non-profits (like Habitat!), attorneys and more. Meet with a certified housing advisor to find out what you can afford and how to build your credit. There will be on-site pre-qualifications for financing, and seminars for homebuyers. Also, learn about home energy efficiency and repair programs.

 

This event is sponsored by Affordable Housing Partnership. No registration required.

 

For more information, visit the AHP Homeownership Center.

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Earth Week Neighborhood Cleanup
Apr
24

Earth Week Neighborhood Cleanup

Annual Sheridan Hollow Spring Clean-up. Monday, April 17. Meet at Orange St & Dove St. Wear sturdy shoes. If you've got work gloves, please wear them.

Celebrate Earth Week!

Join the Sheridan Hollow Neighborhood Association to spruce up the neighborhood on Monday, April 17, 2023 at 4:30pm. Meet at Orange Street & Dove Street. Wear sturdy shoes. If you’ve got work gloves, please wear them.

Questions? Call 518-434-1730 x405 or email Louise at LMcneilly@AHPhome.org.

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Serve Albany Brunch - Affordable Housing
Apr
20

Serve Albany Brunch - Affordable Housing

What exactly is affordable housing? 

What is the availability of affordable housing? 

What are the barriers for creating more affordable housing? 

What is the gap between building affordable housing and having a flourishing community? 

How can we all partner and collaborate to be a part of the solutions? 

Join us at our next Serve Albany Brunch as we discuss these important topics. 

  • Current Panelists: 

    • Jeff Mirel: Principal, The Rosenblum Companies and The Albany Barn 

    • Adam Zaranko: Executive Director, Albany Land Bank Corporation

    • Christine Schudde: Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity Capital District 

    • Susan Cotner: Executive Director, Affordable Housing Partnership/ Albany Community Land Trust

  • Moderated by: Georgette Steffens, Executive Director, Downtown Albany BID 

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Homeownership Information Session
Apr
12

Homeownership Information Session

An online information session for this application will be held Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at 5:30 pm via Zoom.

We’ll discuss:

  • Habitat’s homeownership program

  • The upcoming application cycle for 6 community land trust homes on Manning Blvd in Albany and how to prepare

  • The Albany Community Land Trust

Registering or attending an information session will have no impact on how an application is reviewed.

For Albany Housing residents, you may reach out to the resource center on Green St with any questions!

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Aug
9

Application Information Session

Join us for an information session on Habitat homeownership! We’ll review the program requirements, available homes for sale, the homeownership application and next steps. This is an optional session; registering or attending this information session will have no impact on how an application is reviewed.

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Apr
30

2022 Capital Region Homebuyer Fair

  • Albany Public Library - Washington Ave Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Everything you need to know about buying a home.

  • Meet Lenders, Realtors, Housing Advisors, Attorneys

  • Get information on loan products, grant programs

  • Have your credit reviewed with a housing advisor then meet with a loan originator for a no obligation loan consultation

  • THIS IS A FREE EVENT

For more information, visit https://www.ahphome.org/homebuyer-fair-2022.

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