What
Habitat for Humanity of Omaha is partnering with the City of Fort Calhoun, Washington County Community Foundation and Novonesis to host a “Rock the Block” neighborhood beautification event in Fort Calhoun. Volunteers and staff will help with 18 projects, which include yard work, flower planting, painting, and staining for homeowners along 14th, 15th, and 16th streets, as well as the Washington County Museum, the Frahm House, City Hall, Pioneer Park, and West Market Square Park.
When
Saturday, April 26, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
Cherry Hill, 105 S. 14th St., Fort Calhoun
Who
Habitat Omaha staff and volunteers from the community. Volunteers can register at habitatomaha.org/volunteer-form.
Why
Rock the Block events encourage and inspire people to become active participants in their neighborhoods and help transform a neighborhood a block at a time. Habitat Omaha, which includes Washington County, conducts Rock the Blocks in its five-county area as part of its effort to provide and preserve affordable housing.
Editor’s note: The news media is invited and encouraged to attend. Interviews and photo opportunities will be available. Worksite contacts are Ken Mar, Habitat Omaha Area director, 402-616-6753, and Mitch Strong, Community Outreach Coordinator, 402-609-8997.
About Habitat for Humanity of Omaha
Founded in 1984, Habitat for Humanity of Omaha builds and renovates homes, repairs existing houses and takes down blighted structures in a five-county area, including Burt, Cass, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties. Habitat also works with individuals and families to acquire the access, skills and financial education to become successful homeowners and, along with Habitat chapters across the state, advocates for better laws and systems. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, visit habitatomaha.org.
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