Highlights from the HBAGC…

PEter Schwartz Chief Executive Officer
Peter Schwartz
Chief Executive Officer

Colin McRae Retirement 

Please join us on Wednesday, May 2nd as we say a fond farewell to Colin McRae upon his retirement from the Attainable Housing Alliance.  In conjunction with NIHBA and HBAGFV, we will be hosting a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception from 5 until 7:30 p.m. at Medinah Banquets in Addison.  RSVP by April 23rd to Jennifer Gorra.

  

Judges needed:

We need your expertise!  Remodel Chicagoland, a tour of remodeled homes is looking for judges for its May 5th-6th tour of remodeled homes.  Judges would be needed the morning of May 4th.  View the PDF for judging policies and criteria.  All interested members should contact Lisa Henning. 

 

Custom Builders Council Green Building Demonstration Home

Tuesday, May 8th, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
421 Bunning Drive in Downers Grove

Reserve today - limited capacity in the demonstration home, Cost $10 (includes lunch) 

Please join us for this unique opportunity and see the first in a series of on-site, in person live demonstrations of green building techniques designed to meet the NAHB Green Building Standards. 

11:00 - NAHB Green Building Guidelines Discussion

11:30 – Engineered Lumber Demonstration

12:00 – Energy Efficient Windows Demonstration

12:30 – Questions & Discussion Session 

What do you need to know about Green Building?  Come and see for yourself.Watch for information on upcoming sessions at the CBC Demonstration Home: June 5th, July 11th & September 21st.  Please contact Kathy Calandriello for more information. 

 

HomeAid Chicago's 4th Annual Battle of the Builders

May 9th, 6 p.m.
Willowbrook Lanes, 735 Plainfield Road, Willowbrook

$50 per bowler or $35 for networking only

Admission includes 1 raffle ticket, bowling, food & refreshments 

Join HomeAid Chicago, the official charity of the HBAGC, for a night of bowling and fun. Get your team of six together or join one of ours. If you are not a bowler, come for the networking. Proceeds benefit HomeAid's mission to build hope and homes for Chicago's temporarily homeless. HomeAid is a 501c3 charitable organization.  

Beverage Sponsor: Countrywide Home Loans 

Sponsors: Bank of America, Cambridge Homes, Chicago Agent Magazine, Crystal Clear Graphics, J. Lawrence Homes, MB Financial Bank, New Home Professionals and Remington Homes LLC.

 

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