Grassroots support for abundant housing in Rhode Island. linktr.ee/rhodyneighborshttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mvnzh7yleo2nSee you tonight, friends! Last minute RSVPS can be made here: buff.ly/sYjcE0i https://actionnetwork.org/events/friends-of-nwri-virtual-meeting-sept-16/16 Sep 2026 20:53 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvnzh7yleo2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mvgk54xrsm24RSVP today! We want to hear what you thought about your local primaries, go over key opportunities to advocate for more housing options in our cities and towns, and offer space to connect with fellow housing advocates. See you on Wednesday! buff.ly/sYjcE0i13 Sep 2026 21:30 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvgk54xrsm24https://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mvbpmgxhg32kSEPT 25th! This workshop with @strongtowns.org will give you a practical way to understand your town’s finances, recognize the tradeoffs behind local decisions, and identify small, achievable steps that can help your community become stronger over time. RSVP here: buff.ly/MyaR0d311 Sep 2026 23:25 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvbpmgxhg32khttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mv6j2rxxgk2zJoin us Wednesday, Sept 16 @ 7 PM for a virtual Friends of NWRI meeting! Together, we’ll process the recent primary election results and discuss key opportunities to advocate for more housing options in our local cities and towns. RSVP for the meeting link: https://actionnetwork.org/events/friends-of-nwri-virtual-meeting-sept-16/ 1/210 Sep 2026 16:49 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv6j2rxxgk2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mv4jdf27es2wHousing work is deeply local, but we’re not in it alone. At the WNNORI gathering, we had the chance to listen to people from across the country, from different backgrounds and perspectives, who are all working toward the same fundamental goal. A safe, stable home for our all of our neighbors.09 Sep 2026 21:49 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv4jdf27es2whttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mv25hneigk2eSome insights from our workshop with Ivy Vann — we are getting so excited for our next one with @strongtowns.org! More info here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/why-your-town-feels-broke-tickets-199910633385908 Sep 2026 23:11 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv25hneigk2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3muaub3fl4v24This morning, we dug into the economics of building more homes with the inimitable Ivy Vann. The math can be complicated, but understanding what gets built, what it costs, and why is essential to solving RI’s housing shortage. Full recap coming soon!29 Aug 2026 21:50 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3muaub3fl4v24https://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mtumw7sotj2nWant to understand why some housing projects get built while others never leave the drawing board? Join us for a hands-on workshop with Ivy Vann exploring development economics, zoning, and the real-world math behind creating more homes for more neighbors. buff.ly/ayfAYEE25 Aug 2026 01:07 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtumw7sotj2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mt3v4lzcma2gHey all, great news! AICP members can now earn 3 (CM) credits for our upcoming workshop: The Economics of Home Building with Ivy Vann. Please share widely within your networks, especially with your friends in planning and public service. Register today: buff.ly/wgANFKR15 Aug 2026 04:57 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt3v4lzcma2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3msucgfrtra2aEver wonder why one neighborhood has apartments, another has only single-family homes, or why a corner store can't open on your street? The answer is often zoning. Moving beyond the basics? Check out our new educational series: buff.ly/wgANFKR12 Aug 2026 04:34 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3msucgfrtra2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3msgcq243q227Understanding the economics behind housing is essential to creating communities where more people can thrive. We're partnering with @localreturn.bsky.social to bring Part 1 of our training series to you! Lunch included! Registration is here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/learners-welcome-pt-1-tickets-1995996599560?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true06 Aug 2026 15:02 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3msgcq243q227https://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mr6hygjgpk2kSee you this evening, July 21st! [contains quote post or other embedded content]21 Jul 2026 18:49 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr6hygjgpk2khttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mr46ykp5dd2aGreat people, great conversations, and a shared commitment to solving Rhode Island's housing shortage. Thanks to Track 15 for hosting our End of Session Celebration, and congratulations to Joe Shekarchi, Thom Deller, Annette Bourne & Scott Wolf on their well-deserved recognition.20 Jul 2026 21:03 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr46ykp5dd2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mqrw4yqtux2nOur South County Happy Hour was a blast! Great to connect with folks on the progress we've made on housing — with more work still ahead. Thanks to our co-hosts & everyone who came out! Keep the celebration going tonight at 5:30pm @ Track 15. Want to host Happy Hour? DM us!16 Jul 2026 18:58 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqrw4yqtux2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mqm2nqbu2527🏡 Reminder: Our South County Happy Hour is TODAY! Join us 5:30-7pm at Pancho O'Malley's, 140 Point Judith Road, Narragansett. Free, family-friendly, and a great excuse to meet your neighbors! See you there.14 Jul 2026 11:03 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqm2nqbu2527https://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mqi34kdx6b24Week 3: Strong organizations are built by people who bring their time, talents, and perspectives to a shared mission. Seth Zeren is a recovering city planner turned neighborhood developer and co-founder of NWRI. buff.ly/bcop1ys12 Jul 2026 21:00 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqi34kdx6b24https://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mqcs4aim5c2lJoin our friends at @pvdstreets.org on Tuesday, July 21st, 6pm @ The Hot Club for their Summer Boost Fundraiser! Celebrate what they've accomplished, and hear what's next for PVD Streets & the Save RIPTA campaign. RSVP: https://partiful.com/e/njyNMoXDrMMtVyEPDDsf Donate: https://secure.everyaction.com/ojBkTWTHC0yj9mwcfCefmw210 Jul 2026 18:36 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqcs4aim5c2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mqajrhtnh52lWeek two: as we introduce our board members, we hope you'll get to know the individuals whose leadership, experience, and commitment help move this work forward! Greg Miller is a founding member of NWRI, and serves as treasurer for the organization. buff.ly/bcop1ys09 Jul 2026 21:01 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqajrhtnh52lhttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mqagiyhm6r2x🏡 5 days to go! Our South County Happy Hour is Tuesday, July 14th, 5:30-7pm @ Pancho O'Malley's in Narragansett. Free & family-friendly — come meet your neighbors and talk housing over a drink. RSVP: https://actionnetwork.org/events/south-county-happy-hour/09 Jul 2026 20:03 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqagiyhm6r2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mq2zoqamp32iA movement is more than policies and campaigns. It's a network of people who care deeply about their communities.07 Jul 2026 16:30 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq2zoqamp32ihttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mq2czlh4vv23⏰ Reminder: Our virtual Friends of NWRI meeting is TOMORROW, Wednesday July 8th at 7pm! We'll wrap up where our housing bills ended up this session, talk through the upcoming elections, and share how to join our members' Discord server. RSVP here: https://actionnetwork.org/events/friends-of-nwri-virtual-meeting-3/07 Jul 2026 09:45 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq2czlh4vv23https://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mpwfdsrvqc2pJust over a week ago, we joined @growsmartri.bsky.social's Power of Place Summit — and we're still reflecting on it! We hosted a panel on Designing Communities for Housing Options, talking about zoning reforms and how communities can support more housing options.05 Jul 2026 20:16 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpwfdsrvqc2phttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mpw4k7yymx22Join us Wednesday, July 8th at 7pm for a virtual Friends of NWRI meeting. We'll wrap up where our housing bills ended up, talk upcoming elections, and share how to join our members' Discord server. RSVP: https://actionnetwork.org/events/friends-of-nwri-virtual-meeting-3/05 Jul 2026 17:38 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpw4k7yymx22https://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mprf7j365e2eMeet your South County neighbors! Free, family-friendly happy hour at Pancho O'Malley's in Narragansett on July 14, 5:30–7pm. This is a casual way to learn more about what kind of laws will help make it easier to build homes of all shapes and sizes. RSVP below 👇 https://actionnetwork.org/events/south-county-happy-hour03 Jul 2026 20:30 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mprf7j365e2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social/post/3mpozueovcb2jLeadership is strongest when it's rooted in community. Claudia Wack, our volunteer board president, is an affordable housing lawyer by trade. She has worked on RI housing reform issues since 2018, authoring multiple bills that have been signed into law. buff.ly/bcop1ys02 Jul 2026 22:01 +0000at://did:plc:npvggl2doei3vfndvuom4ll7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpozueovcb2j