Blog - Buenas Noticias

July 4, 2025

The community warmly welcomes the new 2025/2026 DRC Commission—Patty, Angie, Tom, Stephanie, and Chris—and expresses heartfelt thanks to the outgoing members, Nathanael, Mike, Ryan, and Jess, for their dedication and hard work over the past year.

June 13, 2025

The Sales & Marketing Team, in collaboration with the DRC, has created a new Welcome Package for incoming neighbors at Alegría. Designed as a living document rather than a static PDF, it provides key information and links to the community website, helping new lot owners feel informed and connected. The format ensures the content stays up to date as things evolve.

June 6, 2025

The FRC and NEI picked up 300 native trees that we got for FREE from ICE for our reforestation project!

May 30, 2025

Last Saturday, our community gathered for a meaningful tree planting event, beginning with a circle of intention featuring a poem by Mary Oliver and a quote by Wangari Maathai. With shovels in hand and feet in the soil, we planted 22 fruit trees using compost, bokashi, and biochar—while kids and dogs played joyfully. It was a joyful, hands-on morning dedicated to nurturing a greener, tastier future.

May 23, 2025

Progress Report: 33 homes complete, 15 under construction, and 15 in design review. The DRC and Sales & Marketing team are creating a guide for new lot owners to navigate the design/build process. The DRC aims to keep everyone informed and aligned. 😆

May 16, 2025

With The Hub construction underway, the NEI container office was moved to create more parking space and improve aesthetics. Diego's team, guided by Karina & Tavo, handled the relocation. 😆

May 9, 2025

It takes a village to run Alegría, with many volunteering in Committees/Circles. Leaders meet monthly to stay informed and improve communication. A big thank you to everyone contributing to our home! 🛖🙏🗓

May 2, 2025

The Alegria Feria is expanding with new vendors monthly! Enjoy food, products, face painting, music, and more. Please bring your own plate and cutlery as we move towards a zero waste market!

April 25, 2025

Alegría has formed a Conflict Resolution Committee to create safe spaces for dialogue and solution-finding. The committee includes Pia, Michelle, Brooke, and Ágata. If interested in joining, contact Michelle. 🙌🫶🏽💚

April 18, 2025

We'll be breaking ground on The Hub this week! It will feature co-working spaces with stunning views, a large kitchen, and an air-conditioned lower level for offices or homeschooling. Thanks to The Hub Committee and everyone involved! 🙏👷🏽💻🥗

April 11, 2025

Erik is leading the Fire and Safety Committee, working on acquiring fire hoses and exploring medical emergency options. We're grateful for his efforts! 🙌 If interested in joining, contact Erik directly. 🧯💦

April 4, 2025

Ericka is our new cleaner, working 6 days a week from 6am to 2pm. Please give her a warm welcome when you see her! 🤗 Remember, we're still responsible for our own mess. 🧹

March 28, 2025

A new website team has created an online community presence with FAQs, a community calendar, emergency numbers, and more. It streamlines essential info for residents and visitors. Thanks to the team for their hard work! 🙏💻🌟

March 21, 2025

Last Saturday, La Huerta Farm School visited Alegría's farm, helped prepare bokashi for tree planting, and cared for roadsides. They were impressed by our farm and community! 🌳🍀🌼🌿

March 14, 2025

Marcela is now President and Pao is Secretary of the Maderal Roads Committee, a vital part of the ADC. This helps improve infrastructure and quality of life in Costa Rica. 🎉🙌🚙

March 3, 2025

We have a new HOA Board with some veteran members continuing. Michelle is President, Ross is Secretary, and JuanCa is Treasurer. Thanks to all for their dedication! 🎉👏🏽🌱

February 21, 2025

The pool area has been upgraded with a new trellis for shade and a passionfruit vine, thanks to Nathaniel. The MRC resolved the rock issue, making the area safer. 🙌🌴🥳

February 14, 2025

Over 1.5 million colones were raised for Maderal school, improving facilities and the kitchen. Thanks to Pao and everyone who contributed time, energy, or money! 🎉🙏

February 7, 2025

The Sales & Marketing team has launched, offering tours, selling lots, and managing Alegría's social media. All sales contribute 1% to the HOA for community reinvestment.

January 31, 2025

New ramps have been installed, making the pool and Hive wheelchair accessible and improving access to the trash area. Thanks to NEI for these enhancements! 🙌💦

January 21, 2025

NEI now has an air-conditioned office space, allowing Alegría committees to meet there. This frees up The Hive for more games, meals, and kids' activities. Pura Vida! 😎☃

January 17, 2025

Mustard is out, and kale is in! Beetles love mustard, but neighbors don't. A survey confirmed mustard's unpopularity, so we're switching to more kale. Cheers! 🥬🎉

January 3, 2025

Brayner shares his extensive farm knowledge with our crew, saving time and money on our new irrigation setup. Our market garden is thriving, and he's signed on for another 6 months. 🎉 We're lucky to have him!

December 27, 2024

Five people have applied for The HOA Board, but more are welcome! If interested in helping the community, please apply. Here's to a great year ahead! 🙌🎉