Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County

In-Courage
2021-03-26 18:00 - 19:00, 2021-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Join this open discussion group that allows for you to offer and receive emotional, inspirational and practical support from co-participants.

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PW: [REDACTED] Engagement
2021-03-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Zoom
Councilwoman of the Northeast Ward, Barbara Burke shares how her love for the city led to her development as a key leader. Guests will learn the importance of getting involved in your local city and the impact it can truly make.

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PW: [REDACTED] Women: Preventive Health as a foundational stone for Women’s Empowerment
2021-03-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Participants will learn wellness facts from a physician that knows the importance of healthy living inside and out. Dr. Sakeitha Crowder’s experience with internal medicine offers a realistic view of what your health goals should be.

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PW: [REDACTED] Build Wealth
2021-03-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Joyce Rice extends a wealth of knowledge about what it takes to leave a secured legacy. Guests will discover what all wealth includes outside of just money.

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PW: [REDACTED] over Money: The Psychology Behind the Spending
2021-03-24 12:00 - 13:30 | Zoom
This session shares why your money flows the way it does. Lisa Terry, Director of Financial Management & Education with Financial Pathways of the Piedmont, offers practical tips on managing your money and the truths it tells about your well-being.

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PW: [REDACTED] for Living
2021-03-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Patrice Jefferys has a filling story to tell of how she started her business, Trice’s Eatz, and how it changed her entire life. Guests will hear how betting on yourself every day leads to the best life.

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PW: [REDACTED] Mastering the Art of Perspective
2021-03-23 12:00 - 13:30 | Zoom
Participants will learn the power of accountability as Precious Quire-McCloud, VP of Member Experience at Truiliant FCU and owner of Preserve Your Happy, walks through the importance of mindfulness. Precious knows how far the right view can lead you with her experience in executive leadership and client relations.

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PW: [REDACTED] Care and Spirituality
2021-03-22 12:00 - 13:30 | Zoom
This session offers a look into the perspective of a well-rounded Chaplain that values spiritual and mental strength. Guests will hear how to feed your soul from Rev. Dianne Horton, Manager of Chaplaincy and Clinical Ministries with Wake Forest Baptist Health, Lexington Medical Center.

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Weatherization
2021-03-22 | NC
This course offers solutions to the most common maintenance issues related to weatherization, including heating/cooling systems operation.

Weatherization Basics

Local Weatherization Story

How to Weatherize

PW: [REDACTED] Working in a Man’s World
2021-03-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
​Lida Calvert-Hayes, the owner of S&L Painting and Decorating, knows from experience the challenges of building a business in a male-dominated industry. Participants will be inspired by her story of excelling in business from humble beginnings.

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PW: [REDACTED] Design & Installation
2021-03-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Zoom
Guests will get an inside peek of Design+ and how Cassandra Brunson turned her dream into a designed reality. She will share her story along with the best ways to incorporate tile in her home.

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Women Build Saturday Take Over
2021-03-20 08:00 - 15:00 | NC
Build with AmeriCorps member, Maryanne, and Construction Supervisor, Leah at our March build-site takeover! While they shine every day, this will give you a chance to get to know them and their journey to and with Habitat and also share the day with like-minded women from all over Forsyth County.
For this Women Build Take Over, volunteers will build the walls for one of our homeownership program members!
Must reserve your spot before build day.

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Volunteer at Second Harvest Food Bank
2021-03-19 09:00 - 13:00 | NC
YEP youth and leaders will volunteer sorting food items and preparing boxes for local distribution and pickup; will count towards YEP community-service hours. Limited to 10 youth. Parent must sign the SHFB form (provided once you register). Note: Verify with your school; you may be able to count the hours.

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Mental Health During COVID
2021-03-18 10:00 - 11:00 | NC
This class acknowledges the impact of COVID-19. We will cover tension, anxiety & trauma as well as the role of the grief cycle in the midst of this pandemic. We will discuss strategies to manage mental health.

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Habitat Highlight
2021-03-17 10:00 - 11:00 | NC
Habitat Homeowner Story

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Training Tuesday: Leading the Way
2021-03-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Youth will discuss needs vs. wants and how to prioritize accordingly, understand the importance of saving and how to deposit money into a savings account, how to work together as a team, and learn the principles of leadership and why they are important. Includes FETCH activity: learning how to manage money by purchasing needed items for their pet while saving enough money to pay for unexpected expenses.
Facilitated by Betty Ann Falkner, accredited financial counselor and financial education consultant.

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Motivation Monday: Dream, Girl
2021-03-15 | Virtual
Dream, Girl (the documentary): Showcasing the stories of inspiring female entrepreneurs

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Saturday Academy Speaker: Jasmine Stover
2021-03-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Hear from Jasmine Stover, Entrepreneurial Advisory Board Chair, CEO of Thirsty, Inc., and creator of Blackonomics
Topic: “Be the Change You Want to See.”

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Saturday Academy: Game Day/Team Building
2021-03-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Together Everyone Achieves More! Two hours of individual, small group, and large group activities focused on giving instruction and providing a safe environment for trial and error, with emphasis on demonstrating the importance of teamwork and its values in a fun setting. Youths will be introduced to and develop the following skillsets: Following instructions, the art of attentiveness, effective teamwork, individual effectiveness, the importance of follow through, goal setting and creating and developing positive relationships. Also impacting the following: Increase self-esteem, develop problem-solving skills and critical thinking, sportsmanship and leadership, self-confidence, trust, and collaboration and further develop social skills.

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Household Tools
2021-03-11 | NC
Participants will learn the basics of household tools and how to use them.

Household Tools for Every Homeowner

Essential Home Toolkit

Carbon Footprint
2021-03-08 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Learn how to lead a lifestyle that is not harmful to the environment.

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Life & Medical Care Planning
2021-03-04 12:00 - 17:00 | NC
FREE community presentation designed to give you important information regarding the importance of making medical decisions and setting priorities well in advance of any potential need.
Presented in partnership with The Wake Forest Law Pro Bono Project.

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Motivation Monday: Cicely Tyson
2021-03-01 | Virtual
Hear engaging stories that will inspire you in different aspects of your life.

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Drywall
2021-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Participants will learn to identify correct tools and materials, prep a hole, mix your muds, and learn different techniques and types of patching.

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Homeownership Information Session
2021-02-25 12:00 - 13:00 | NC
*REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT*
Is homeownership something you have dreamt of your whole life or something you just started thinking about today? Either way, Habitat for Humanity’s homeownership program could be a great way to make your dream of owning a home a reality.

Basics of Entrepreneurship
2021-02-22 10:00 - 11:00 | NC
Learn the best practices for turning hobbies into additional income.

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Film & Discussion: The Money Pit
2021-02-20 12:00 - 14:30 | NC
This course offers a critical perspective on how to apply practical lessons in homeownership from classic movies.

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Saturday Academy Group Discussion: Who wants to know?
2021-02-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
A positive twist to what could be perceived as a negative question. A panel of local professionals will address hot topics i.e. suicide, physical & digital bullying, mobile devices & Internet addiction, drugs & alcohol, anxiety, and self-esteem & body image. Take part in the discussions, listen to others, ask questions, think, learn. (Dr. Tony Burton III, Dr. Zenobia Fennell, George Redd IV and Theressa Stephens)

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Saturday Academy: The Beat of the Drum
2021-02-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Youth will learn about the heritage and culture of the African drums.

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