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Thanks to Brett Cothren and Mark Shumate of MECI & Associates for their expertise and generosity. They donated their time and equipment to install a high voltage battery charger. The Habitat ReStore purchased a new battery power lift truck which requires the charger.
We are affectionately calling the new lift truck “El Niño” because it is small but packs a punch. Thanks again to MECI for helping to bring “El Niño” to life.
We are excited to announce the upcoming Fabrication Auction, to be held Friday, October 16th at 7:00 PM at the Wilkes Art Gallery.
Dozens of local artists have selected various items from the ReStore that are being used to create works of art that will be sold by silent auction with all proceeds benefitting Wilkes Habitat for Humanity and Wilkes Art Gallery educational programs. The artwork will first be displayed at the free viewing party Friday, September 25th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and will be on display during the gallery’s normal operating hours up until the night of the Fabrication Auction.
This is a wonderful opportunity to support the work of Habitat for Humanity while enjoying an evening of local artwork. Hors d’oeuvres & refreshments will be served. Tickets to the event are $25.00 a piece, and can be purchased at the Wilkes Habitat ReStore and the Wilkes Art Gallery.
To view a collection of images of the artists and the items they have selected, please visit our Photo Gallery.
Things have been busy over the last several weeks at the Habitat ReStore. We had our first plant sale, celebrated one year of business, and added an intern.
Thanks to Donna Latham at Midtown Garden Market we had our first plant sale. Dona generously donated her end of season plants as she operates seasonally. You can see from the picture we were alive with plants thanks to Isaac’s green thumb and hard work.
We served up free hot dogs as part of our 1st year birthday party. We served over 100 dogs to customers on the anniversary of our grand opening Saturday August 15th. Thanks to Berry, Irene, and Annie for making it so much fun.
And last but not least we have added an impressive co-op student from Wilkes Community College. Ray Townsell comes to join our ranks for his final semester in the business program. I can’t wait to see what his skills and experience will add.
Wilkes Habitat had a busy weekend this past weekend. Phillip went out to represent the Habitat ReStore at Greenway Day. It was a great chance to spread the word about how the ReStore is an exciting way to support Habitat. The ReStore is in need of donations of furniture, appliances, and building materials. We resale these new and used items to the public at bargain prices.
Isaac represented Habitat at the Wilkes County School’s surplus action. He was able to get some computer towers. So if there are any network engineers or geek squad types please do volunteer to help us get a network going. There are plenty of technological volunteer opportunities in rehabbing these machines.
Gary had a good turn out of construction volunteers. He even had a few first time volunteers. They worked on the foundation for out next Habitat home. Please stay tuned for other ways you can help Habitat eliminate poverty housing in Wilkes.
On Monday, April 20th, Wilkes Habitat for Humanity joined a large group of area organizations to celebrate all of the great work Wilkes County volunteers provide to our community. Held at the Stone Center, the event was hosted by the Volunteer Coalition and featured several speakers, a musical performance, and some great food. Wilkes Habitat had a good group of our staff & our volunteers attend the event. Thanks to these great folks, and of course, to all of those who were unable to attend as well.
Pictured from left-to-right: Isaac, Dave, Jack, Betty Jo, Gary, Irene, Annie, Phillip, Evan, Phyllis, Melissa (w/ Baby Clay), and Diane.