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Bike to Wherever Day 2025: Hayward Rides Again |
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Bike to Wherever Day 2025 brought Hayward residents together to celebrate cycling as a fun, sustainable, and affordable way to get around, with energizer stations, community giveaways, and transit tips. The event spotlighted Hayward Rides, a new $6.2 million equity-focused bike access program developed with extensive community input. Together, these efforts support healthier lifestyles, climate action, and a more connected Hayward—one ride at a time. |
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Electrify Your Home: Incentives and Programs to Help You Go Electric |
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Thinking about electrifying your home but not sure where to start? From major upgrades like whole-home conversions to simple swaps like a new water heater, there are generous rebates and programs that can make the process more affordable than you might think. Read on to discover how Hayward residents can take advantage of thousands of dollars in incentives—and make their homes cleaner, safer, and more energy efficient. |
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Congratulations to StopWaste’s FY 2024- 2025 Grantees! |
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StopWaste continues to champion sustainability efforts in Alameda County, including Hayward, by funding innovative projects that reduce waste and promote environmental responsibility. For the fiscal year 2024-2025, ten organizations serving Hayward have received grants for their impactful initiatives, each contributing to waste reduction and environmental stewardship in unique ways. |
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Hayward Celebrates Earth Day |
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On April 22, Mayor Mark Salinas and the City Council kicked off Hayward’s annual celebration of Earth Day by recognizing twenty local students and their teachers as the winners of the 2025 Earth Day Poster & Writing Contest. Later in the week, the City hosted its annual Litter Clean-Up Day and Earth Day Fair on Saturday, April 26. |
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Upcoming Events |
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2025 Downtown Hayward Street Party
Thursday, June 12, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
B Street & Main Street
Save the date for this year’s Downtown Hayward Street Parties. The first event of the Summer Street Party series is happening Thursday, June 12th. These lively gatherings, hosted by the Hayward Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Hayward, unite our community by offering an eclectic mix of live music, delectable foods and unique shopping experiences. |
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All American Festival
Saturday, June 28, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Mount Eden Park, 2451 W Tennyson Rd.
Join the City of Hayward to celebrate the 249th birthday of our country and build pride in our Tennyson Community. Enjoy music, food, refreshments and activities for children, and learn about community resources! |
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Seed Library Program Series: Planting for Seed Saving
Saturday, May 31, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Downtown Hayward Library, 888 C St
Saving seeds is so easy, and if you haven’t done it yet, now is the time to start! You can save seeds from tomato plants, peppers, cucumbers, pumpkins, and more for planting in your garden next year. Alameda County Master Gardeners will be discussing how to choose the right plants and how to plant for seed production. |
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East Bay Green@Home
Saturday, June 7, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Explore homes throughout the East Bay, ranging from new construction to those transitioning from gas. Experience cutting-edge appliances like heat-pump systems, induction cooktops, electric dryers, electric fireplaces, energy-efficient gardening tools, and other green features. Gain valuable insights from homeowners on appliance selection, contractor decisions, installation processes, and incentives, making your transition to sustainable living informed and cost-effective. |
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The Art of Successful Succulent Gardening: Design, Grow, Thrive
Saturday, June 21, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Downtown Hayward Library, 888 C St, Room C
Instructor: Jennifer Ahlstrand
Join this hands-on workshop to explore the fascinating world of succulents, their distinctive features, benefits, and charm. Learn how to assess ideal pre-planting conditions and gain practical tips for maintaining and caring for these resilient plants. Bring a container and plant your succulent to enjoy in your own landscape! |
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Bloom & Thrive: Creating a Native Pollinator Garden
Saturday, July 19, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Downtown Hayward Library, 888 C St, Room C
Instructor: Frank Niccoli
Discover the beauty and benefits of native California plants in this fun and hands-on water-wise gardening workshop! Learn how to create a vibrant, sustainable garden that attracts helpful pollinators, boosts soil health, and conserves water. Bring a container and plant a native plant to add to your home garden! |
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Creating a Water-Efficient Edible Garden
Saturday, August 23, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Downtown Hayward Library, 888 C St, Room C
Instructor: Loretta O'Brien
Dig into the joy of growing your own food with this hands-on, water-wise gardening class! Whether you're just getting started or looking to fine-tune your green thumb, you'll learn how to plant and care for a thriving, sustainable vegetable garden that saves water and supports the environment. You’ll also receive free edible plants to kickstart (or add to) your sustainable edible garden! |
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