Next Site Tour: Sat
. September 8
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Getting to know Fair Oaks EcoHousing
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Check out our new video!
A preview of Fair Oaks EcoHousing, filmed at Nevada City Cohousing.
Our new 10 minute video is on YouTube!
This summer, Michael deMartino of Golden Road Productions filmed several members of our community-Marty Maskall and John and Jan Szostek and our consultant, Katie McCamant-at Nevada City Cohousing. Fair Oaks EcoHousing was designed by the same architect, Chuck Durrett, who designed Nevada City, so the video will give you an idea of what our homes will look like when they are complete. Click here to watch:
Fair Oaks EcoHousing
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Fair Oaks EcoHousing
Vision and Values
Statement
Vision: To build an inclusive, earth-friendly community that values each individual’s uniqueness and fosters supportive relationships based on respect, cooperation, and fun.
Values:
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Supportive Relationships – We embrace the importance of the connective relationships that hold our community together. We value compassion, support, friendship, warmth, openness, and understanding. We strive to meet individual and community needs, including a healthy balance between privacy and community.
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Respect and Cooperation – We nurture and uphold respectful interactions within our community. As individuals and as a community, we practice respect, cooperation, trust, fairness, honesty, integrity, consensus, and acceptance. We encourage all people to express themselves and to feel respected and empowered. Each person and idea is valued, listened to, and respected. We believe that teamwork can accomplish greater results than working alone.
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Sustainability – We respect our connection to the natural world. We cultivate an environmentally sensitive community through energy-efficient design and practices such as recycling, composting, tree and green space preservation, organic gardening, and pedestrian friendliness.
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Livability – We support people of all ages and physical abilities through application of universal design principles, whenever appropriate and feasible. We nurture children in the community by cultivating a safe and inspiring environment.
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Health and Enrichment – We actively encourage healthy and enriching lives through opportunities for physical, intellectual, and creative activities.
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Fun – We create and encourage opportunities for laughter, play, and carefree moments through celebrations and activities.
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Inclusiveness – We welcome anyone who shares our vision and values, regardless of differences in age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, family structure, physical ability, or spiritual practices.
Adopted 4/12/2014
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Welcome Lorri Reynard,
the newest member of Fair Oaks EcoHousing!
As Lorri was searching for a great place to move to in California from New York, she came across cohousing and became very interested. As a college student at UC Berkeley, Lorri lived in a Co-op and much prefers to know her neighbors.
She also became intrigued by the Sacramento area due to the proximity to the mountains, the lower cost of housing compared to the Bay Area, and the weather. She is looking forward to becoming part of the Fair Oaks EcoHousing community!
Lorri started her professional life as a Registered Dietitian in Cleveland, Ohio. She took a few years off and became a stay-at-home Mom with her two sons, who are now in their 20’s. (One son now lives in Hawaii and the other one is moving to Fair Oaks with Lorri, at least for a short time.) After some time, Lorri returned to graduate school to become a clinical psychologist. She has worked in group practices, nursing homes and, most recently, in private practice.
Lorri enjoys outdoor activities, including walking, hiking, cycling and kayaking. She also swims and practices yoga regularly. She is excited to be able to be active outside all year round.
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Celebrate Fall on the Farm
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Soil Born Farms presents:
The Autumn Equinox Celebration
Saturday, September 15 • 5:30 to 9:30pm • American River Ranch • $75
The Equinox Celebration is the annual fundraiser for Soil Born Farms, an urban farm and education project that provides the Sacramento community with organic produce, classes, tours, a native plants nursery, apprenticeship programs,
and summer camps for children. From the Soil Born website:
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oin Soil Born Farms for Fine Food, Wine & Beer Tasting and a Raffle at our historic American River Ranch, an urban agricultural oasis located on the American River Parkway in Rancho Cordova. Explore the farm and gardens, enjoy live music (
Mind X Quartet
,
Millington Strings
and
The Ice Cream Union Stringband
), sample seasonal and organic food prepared by prominent local chefs, taste exceptional wine and beer and celebrate the harvest season under the stars. Don’t miss this traditional farm-to fork-event! Purchase tickets here:
Soil Born Autumn Equinox
The Autumn Equinox fundraiser is an adult event but children will enjoy visiting the farmstand, open every Saturday, from 8 to 12:30. From the website:
Enjoy summer mornings at the American River Ranch. Purchase fresh-from-the-field produce and explore the place where your food is grown. Select herbs for your garden. Check out our mercantile shop featuring local goods, inspiring cookbooks and unique practical gifts for cooks and gardeners. Enjoy live music, organic coffee, herb tea, cold beverages, snacks and delicious Magpie Café baked goods. Bring the whole family for fun activities, cooking demos, talks, tours and classes.
Address: American River Ranch in the Schoolhouse, 2140 Chase Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
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Community News
Find Out About Our Community
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Join us on September 11 for an evening of coffee & conversation
Ever wondered what cohousing is all about, or if it might be a good fit for you? If so, you are warmly invited to join us at 7 pm on September 11 for an informal evening of coffee and conversation about cohousing. Held at the home of future Fair Oaks EcoHousing residents Bob and Karen Anderson, 5001 Shamrock Drive, Fair Oaks, CA, 95628. Please rsvp to Karen by phone or text at 916-947-3070 or email:
fresianlass@gmail.com
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Where We Are Now: Foundations in Process!
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“Life is precious; why court pneumonia, consumption and death in this climate of the East Coast when, at a moderate cost, you can secure an ideal home and a secure income in Fair Oaks.” From a 1895 advertisement by the Howard & Wilson Publishing Company, of Chicago, promoting their new citrus colony in Fair Oaks, CA. Five acres could be had for $500!
Today, a new kind of colony is being built in Fair Oaks, a fulfillment of the original plan for a cooperative community. Construction progresses well on site. The six residential buildings will have had their trenches dug by the time you read this. Building 1 awaits re-scheduling for pouring the foundation footings. Footings for Buildings 2 & 6 have been poured, with 3,4 & 5 soon to follow. The schedule calls for the slabs on Buildings 2,6,3,4 & 5 to be poured, sequentially, by mid September. After the slabs cure, in about ten days, framing can begin.
Soon, you can secure an “Ideal home.”
John Szostek
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Where We are Going . . . View from the Entrance
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Be Part of Our Community:
Just A Few Homes Left!
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As construction progresses on our project,
Fair Oaks EcoHousing has only a few homes left. Call now to learn about cohousing, tour the site and reserve either a 2+ bedroom townhome or a spacious 2-story 4 bedroom townhome that is now available.
Key features for all include:
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Large windows, allowing natural light to penetrate deep into the home and make rooms feel light and spacious
• Open design for living and dining areas, providing more space and flexibility in use
• Modern kitchen
with ample storage and counter space
• Porch or deck for visiting with neighbors
The 2-story 2+ bedroom townhome includes:
• Bathroom upstairs and downstairs
• "Plus" room, ideal for a home office, craft room, or play room
The 4 bedroom townhome includes:
• Spacious upstairs master bedroom with a full master bath and walk-through closet
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First-floor bedroom, perfect for a home office, an aging family member, or single-floor downstairs living
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Large wrap-around porch that provides roomy outdoor living space
Like all homes in Fair Oaks EcoHousing, these homes are designed for energy efficient living, with eco-friendly construction and high-quality fixtures and finishes.
Fair Oaks EcoHousing is a pedestrian-friendly village for residents of all ages, with a centrally-located clubhouse, pool and spa, and garden.
The location is close to Fair Oaks Village and the American River Parkway, with many nearby dining and entertainment options, plus easy access to the freeway.
If you are interested in learning about the community, please see below for information on the site tour.
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Fair Oaks EcoHousing Site Tours
Saturday Sept 8 at
10:30am
Fair Oaks EcoHousing will be a neighborhood of 30 homes on 3.7 acres in Fair Oaks, CA, 18 miles east of downtown Sacramento. Come see the site and our architectural plans, and meet members at an upcoming cohousing informational meeting. Kids are welcome.
Act now! Fair Oaks EcoHousing has only a few homes left. If you are interested, please come to the informational meeting and site tour. Other h
omes do become available on occasion. If you like what you see at the tour, please join our interest list to be notified of new availability.
To go on the Site Tour, meet at 10:30 am
at the
Fair Oaks Coffeehouse in Fair Oaks Village,
at 10223 Fair Oaks Blvd
, at the intersection with Park Drive. Look for us on the side of the Coffeehouse, in the patio area or in the building at the back. We will introduce you to the project, and then we can carpool to the site.
The event will last about an hour and a half, with an optional lunch afterwards at the Siam Patio Restaurant or the Smokey Oaks Tavern. If you can't make it Saturday, the next tour is Sunday August 26. Please RSVP below. Thanks!
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Want to Learn More About Fair Oaks & Sacramento?
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Pictured: Fair Oaks Village, Fair Oaks Theatre Festival, Floating the American River.
Click below for useful links, there's a lot to keep us busy here!
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