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Habitat Happenings

Dorchester Habitat for Humanity is not sleeping this winter! 
On January 7th, the “Friends of Habitat Gala” celebrated those associated with Habitat through their volunteering and donations. 

 

Many thanks go out to the sponsors:
Gardner McClellan, Shrimper Extraordinaire
Sells Seafood
McAlister’s Deli
Montereaux
Abbie’s Bakery, Laurie Rysta
Publix Supermarket in Knightsville
Summerville Orchestra members Jan Coldwell, Angela Moore, Sarah Teuscher, and Sarah Wegener
It was truly a Gala affair, with several founding members of the affiliate present to celebrate.

 

 

On January 14th, Dorchester Habitat for Humanity was privileged to be the beneficiary of the proceeds from an incredible “Wild Game Supper.” 

 

The participating churches were:
Harleyville First Baptist – Martin Wiles
Indian Field United Methodist – Preston Grimsley
Harleyville Christian – Bruce Graham
Harleyville United Methodist – Jeremy Howell
Harleyville Southern Methodist – Larry Sprague
Limestone Baptist – Ron Jenkins/ Michael Bishop
Bethel United Methodist – Bob Lee
Givhans Southern Methodist – Haskell Parler
Cornerstone – Timmy Traxler

 

Special recognition goes to Irvin McCurry, Ernest Westbury, Westbury’s Ace Hardware, Dollar General, Bo Kennedy, Timmy Traxler, John Mellis, Haskell Parler, Charles Ackerman, Bob Lee, Bruce Graham, Julius Batten, Dorchester Eagle Record, Bobby Carter, Jerry Infinger, and Lowcountry Printers, Inc. 

The food was OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!

 

 

Coming up on January 26th, at 6 pm sharp at Clay Hill Middle School in Ridgeville, a New Family Application Meeting will be held to make more people aware of Dorchester Habitat for Humanity’s homeownership program.  To date there are more than 10 eligible partner families!

 

 

Beginning in February, a “Habitat 101” class will be offered to anyone interested in learning more about the affiliate and all that is offered. 

On February 4th from 9 am – 12 pm, the ReStore Business Expo will offer customers a chance to learn about area businesses and the products and services they provide.  Free hot dogs will be offered to all customers making a purchase, thanks to the Food Lion on Central Avenue in Summerville!

 

On February 4th from 9 am – 12 pm, the ReStore Business Expo will offer customers a chance to learn about area businesses and the products and services they provide.  Free hot dogs will be offered to all customers making a purchase, thanks to the Food Lion on Central Avenue in Summerville!

 

 

On February 11th, Lowe’s will be sponsoring a “Spring Clean-Up” in which they will receive donations for Dorchester Habitat for Humanity in the parking lot from 9 am to 2 pm

 

 

On Saturday, February 18th, Stephanie Lee will become Dorchester Habitat for Humanity’s 42nd homeowner in an 11 am Dedication Ceremony at 202 Miken Lane, in “The Park” at Corey Woods.  All are welcome to attend!

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On Thursday, March 15th, volunteers will be raising the walls on the Women Build home at 8 am.  Anyone interested in participating is welcome to contact Lindsey Stewart, Volunteer Coordinator, at (843) 851-1414 before the event.

 

February 23rd brings the Groundbreaking of the 2012 Women Build home at 206 Miken Lane, at 9 am.  Come join the celebration!

Mark your calendars now and help support Dorchester Habitat for Humanity in its mission of “Putting God’s love into action by bringing people together building homes and hope!”