Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County

The Habitat House Party: The Decades
2019-04-13 20:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Thank you for your interest in the The 2019 House Party. Unfortunately the event has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.
For any questions or concerns around the House Party or if you would like to become involved with our Habitat Young Professionals group contact Patricia Flavin at patricia.flavin@habitatforsyth.org or call 336.245.9048.
To support the Habitat Young Professionals as they fundraise to build a home for a local family to purchase, you can donate by clicking here.

Habitat Program Expectations
2019-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | NC
Habitat Program Expectations

Description: For new partner families to the Habitat homeownership program. An opportunity to discuss this partnership and what’s up ahead as a Habitat Forsyth partner family.
Registration: Required. Click here to register or call to register: 765-8854 ext. 135.

Budgeting and Money Management
2019-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Providing the basic skills/knowledge associated with creating and maintaining a budget.
Registration Required: Click here to register or call 336.765.8854 ext. 135 (Open to the public) Available to the first 25 people who register

Family Finances
2019-05-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Description: Come learn to build a family-friendly budget to accommodate all of life’s needs and wants. This course will walk you through the construction and implementation of how to set a family or individual budget. All you need to bring is yourself, nothing else.

Registration: Open to the public and is required. Register online by 4/26/2019 or call 765-8854 ext. 135. Registration form.

ECOExplorers Kits Ages 2-7 *open the the public*
2019-05-07 18:30 - 19:30 | NC
Description: EcoExplorer Home Study Kits to be distributed to families for free in Forsyth County. The kits help meet the goals of Gov. Cooper’s Early Childhood Development Plan while introducing children to the natural world in a safe and familiar setting.
Registration deadline 5/3/2019: Open to the public. Register online or call 765-8854 ext. 135. Click here to register or call

Computer Skills-Google Docs
2019-05-23 12:00 - 13:30 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Google Docs, Spreadsheet, and Presentation (Similar to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
This course is open to anyone ages 9 and up. WS/FCS students are using Google Docs to submit homework or to work on papers. This class provides the basic skills/knowledge associated with using Google Docs for everyone.
Registration is limited to 9 individuals and is required: Click here to register or call 336.765.8854 ext. 135 (Open to the public)

Replacing a Light Fixture
2019-05-25 12:30 - 14:00 | Pearson Construction Technology Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Description: Identify appropriate tools needed for the job at hand, obtain more electrical knowledge and safety measures, better understand the wiring color scheme, and learn the steps involved in changing a light fixture (or installing a ceiling fan).

Registration: Open to the public. Limited to 10 people per class. Register online or call 765-8854 ext. 135. Click here to register or call

Computer Skills- Canva
2019-06-06 12:00 - 13:30 | NC
Class description: Learn how to create professional-looking flyers, certificates, social media posts, and more.
Registration Required: Click here to register or call 336.765.8854 ext. 135

Get Smart About Credit I & II
2019-06-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Description: Providing in-depth information needed to understand credit and your credit score- what it is and how to make it work for you. Educating participants on how to read your credit report, preventing credit fraud and how to improve your credit score. Plus: Find out the impacts of credit breaches and what to do to safeguard your credit.
Registration: Advance registration is required. Register online or call 765-8854 ext. 135. Registration form Limited to 24 students. Open to anyone interested in learning more about credit.

Personal Finances
2019-06-29 09:00 - 12:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Building an awareness of the finances coming in and going out of the household, developing a personal financial strategy, creating a budget, prioritizing bills and sharing savings tips.
Registration Required: Click here to register or call 336.765.8854 ext. 135 (Open to Habitat Homeowners Only)

Youth Financial Literacy Summer Program
2019-07-15 08:30 - 12:00, 2019-07-16 08:30 - 12:00, 2019-07-17 08:30 - 12:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
This FREE half-day camp provides age-appropriate, financially based activities that include basics of money, savings, budgeting, money management, as well as other fun activities. This camp is for youth ages 9-18. Lunch will be provided.
Daily drop-off/ sign-in from 8:30 – 9 a.m.
For more information or to Advanced registration is required! Registration deadline is June 28th
For more information please contact Habitat’s Training Department at 336.306.8433 or traininged@habitatforsyth.org

City of Winston Salem University for Habitat Homeowners (6/16 & 6/17 must attend both sessions)
2019-07-16 18:00 - 21:00, 2019-07-17 18:00 - 21:00 | city hall winston salem, 101 N. Main Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27101, United States
Description: City of Winston–Salem University. City of Winston–Salem University gives citizens a better understanding of city government, including the responsibilities of various city departments and the city’s role in the community. This is a 2-day class. You must attend both days for credit. Class size is limited.
Class will be held at:
City Hall
101 N. Main St.
Winston-Salem, NC. 27101
Registration Required: Click here to register or call 336.765.8854 ext. 135 (Open to Habitat Homeowners and their high school-aged children Only)

Rummaging and Hoarding Disorder
2019-08-01 12:00 - 13:30 | NC
Description: Explore why a person is rummaging or hoarding. Ask yourself if they are bored, lacking stimulation or are socially isolated. Learn ways on how to redirect them.
Registration required. Register online or call (336) 765-8854 ext. 135. Registration form Open to everyone

Fire Prevention, Safety & Recovery Tips
2019-08-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Description: Fire safety tips and preventive measures to help assure your family and property are protected. Topics will include working smoke alarms and a demo on installing stovetop suppression canisters. Presented by the Winston-Salem Fire Department.
Registration required. Open to the public please register online or call (336) 765-8854 ext. 135. Registration form

Crime Prevention & Personal Safety Adults and Children Ages 10 and up
2019-08-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Home security: tips and preventive measures to help assure your family and property are protected. Presented by the Winston-Salem Police Department.
Registration Required: Please click here to register or call 336.765.8854 ext. 135 (Open to the public)

Home Maintenance HFH Course
2019-08-27 12:00 - 13:30 | NC
HABITAT’S Home Maintenance HFH Course – Required Training

Location: an actual construction site TBA
Description: Building a basic awareness of home maintenance items, what to look for, how to address the issue, e.g. what can be done by a homeowner, when a contractor may be needed, etc.
Registration: Required. Register here Registration form or call to register: 765-8854 ext. 135. For Habitat Homeowners only

Disaster Preparedness Training
2019-09-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Description: Disaster events can turn an ordinary day into a life-threatening situation. Having a disaster preparedness plan in place, before a disaster strikes, makes good sense. And while most people know they should plan for disasters, very few do. This course offers steps for educating yourself and your community about how to be prepared when disaster strikes.
This course is open to the public. Registration: Required. Register online or call 765-8854 ext. 135. Registration form

Homeowner's Insurance and Life Insurance
2019-09-12 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Description: Homeowner’s Insurance and Life Insurance are not luxuries, they are necessities. Come learn the in’s and out’s of life and homeowner’s insurance.
Registration: Required. Register online or call 336-765-8854 ext. 135. Register here!

Lawn Care & Upkeep
2019-09-14 09:00 - 10:30 | NC
Location: Habitat’s Housing Education Center, 1023 W. 14th Street, 27105
Description: Providing information about how to maintain your lawn. Topics covered: safety and operation of lawn equipment, the appearance of the lawn, different types of grass, and why, how & when to aerate your lawn.
Registration: Required. Click here to register or call to register: 336.765.8854 ext. 135.

Cleaning & Energy Savings
2019-09-17 12:00 - 13:30 | NC
Cleaning & Energy Saving *

Location: Habitat’s Housing Education Center, 1023 W. 14th Street, 27105
Description: Providing home maintenance tips and ways to be energy efficient and sharing practical and easy ways to make the living environment (inside and outside) safe and comfortable.
Registration: Required. Call to register: 765-8854 ext. 135.

Hands-on Home Maintenance: Fall Training Blitz
2019-09-26, 2019-10-01 | Habitat’s Housing Education Campus, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Have home maintenance issues you need to take care of sooner than later?
Interested in learning new skills?
Took a previous class, but need a refresher?

Register today for classes offered in October or November as part of our hands-on home maintenance: fall training blitz. Find these classes and other offerings on our Calendar of events.

Proper Use of Household Tools: Names of tools, proper usage, and safety tips – Thurs, Oct. 3 @ 6:00 PM.
Plumbing: Leaky Connections: Sinks that drip, drip, drip, and toilets that seem to never stop running? Be proactive instead of reactive and find out what you can do to resolve the issues. Preventive measures and repair techniques – Thurs, Oct. 17 @ 6:00 PM.
Gardening Fundamentals: Learn basic fundamentals of gardening; how to and DO!! This class will discuss the five steps of gardening – Sat, Oct. 19 @ 9:00 AM.
How to Patch & Repair Drywall: Learn tips and techniques that help repair your walls – Sat, Oct. 19 @ 9:00 AM; Thurs, Nov. 7 @ 6:00 PM.
Caulking & Sealing Tips: Learn tips and techniques to use in your home repair/improvement projects – Sat, Oct. 19 @ 10:30 AM; Thurs, Nov. 14 @ 6:00 PM.
Plumbing: Clogged Drains: Drain running really slow? Take this class to find out what you can do – Sat, Oct. 19 @ 11:00 AM.
Replacing a Light Fixture: Learn how to detach and replace a light fixture, electrical safety tips, and more! – Thurs, Oct. 24 @ 6:00 PM.
Weatherization: Identify basic home maintenance issues related to weatherization and learn steps to repair and/or resolve energy efficiency issues – Thurs, Nov. 7 @ 6:00 PM.
Cleaning & Maintaining Rain Gutters (and Your Home’s Exterior): – Learn how to clean rain gutters and helpful maintenance tips, also how to safely power wash your home using a water wand – Sat, Nov. 16 @ 9:00 AM.

Registration: Required. Limited to 10 people per class. Register online or call 765-8854 ext. 135. Registration form
Notes: The fee of $10 per class is to help cover class materials and can be paid in advance or just prior to the class start. We will accept cash, check, credit card or money order.

Computer Skills- (SPANISH) Google Sheets
2019-09-26 17:00 - 18:30 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Class description: Learn the basics of Google Sheets and how to create spreadsheets and manage your data. This class is only offered in Spanish.
*Open to the public*

Registration Required: Click here to register or call 336.765.8854 ext. 135

Dewey's Bakery @ the ReStores
2019-10-01 - 2019-12-31 | Forsyth County ReStores, North Carolina
FIND DEWEY’S BAKERY HOLIDAY TREATS AT
ALL THREE FORSYTH COUNTY RESTORE LOCATIONS!
DEWEY’S BAKERY WILL DONATE OVER ONE-THIRD OF THE PROCEEDS TO
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF FORSYTH COUNTY TO HELP MORE
FAMILIES ACCESS DECENT AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
619 N. Main Street
Kernersville, NC 27284
6499 Shallowford Road
Lewisville, NC 27023
608 Coliseum Drive
Winston-Salem, NC 27106

Hands-on Home Maintenance: Fall Training Blitz
2019-10-02 | Habitat’s Housing Education Campus, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Have home maintenance issues you need to take care of sooner than later?
Interested in learning new skills?
Took a previous class, but need a refresher?

Register today for classes offered in October or November as part of our hands-on home maintenance: fall training blitz. Find these classes and other offerings on our Calendar of events.

Proper Use of Household Tools: Names of tools, proper usage, and safety tips – Thurs, Oct. 3 at 6:00 PM.
Plumbing: Leaky Connections: Sinks that drip, drip, drip, and toilets that seem to never stop running? Be proactive instead of reactive and find out what you can do to resolve the issues. Preventive measures and repair techniques – Thurs, Oct. 17 at 6:00 PM.
Gardening Fundamentals: Learn basic fundamentals of gardening; how-to and DO!! This class will discuss the five steps of gardening – Sat, Oct. 19 at 9:00 AM.
How to Patch & Repair Drywall: Learn tips and techniques that help repair your walls – Sat, Oct. 19 at 9:00 AM; Thurs, Nov. 7 at 6:00 PM.
Caulking & Sealing Tips: Learn tips and techniques to use in your home repair/improvement projects – Sat, Oct. 19 at 10:30 AM; Thurs, Nov. 14 at 6:00 PM.
Plumbing: Clogged Drains: Drain running really slow? Take this class to find out what you can do – Sat, Oct. 19 at11:00 AM.
Replacing a Light Fixture: Learn how to detach and replace a light fixture, electrical safety tips, and more! – Thurs, Oct. 24 at 6:00 PM.
Weatherization: Identify basic home maintenance issues related to weatherization and learn steps to repair and/or resolve energy efficiency issues – Thurs, Nov. 7 at 6:00 PM.
Cleaning & Maintaining Rain Gutters (and Your Home’s Exterior): – Learn how to clean rain gutters and helpful maintenance tips, also how to safely power wash your home using a water wand – Sat, Nov. 16 at 9:00 AM.

Registration: Required. Limited to 10 people per class. Register online or call 765-8854 ext. 135. Registration form
Notes: The fee of $10 per class is to help cover class materials and can be paid in advance or just prior to the class start. We will accept cash, check, credit card or money order.

Blueprint Breakfast
2019-10-02 07:00 - 08:30 | Wake Forest Biotech Place, 575 Patterson Avenue, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27101
October 2, 2019
Wake Forest Biotech Place Atrium

The morning will include an hour long program about the great work that we do, an enjoyable meal, and the presentation of the 2019 I Have a Hammer award to a longtime supporter of Habitat Forsyth.
Doors open at 7:00 a.m. with the program beginning promptly at 7:30 a.m. and ending at 8:30 a.m.
Free parking is available for the event at:
530 N Patterson AveWinston-Salem, NC 27101.
Registration for the Blueprint Breakfast is now closed. If you would like information about other events with Habitat Forsyth, please email habitat@habitatforsyth.org.

Dementia: Accepting the Challenge
2019-10-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Description: Accepting the Challenge: What is Dementia (1:00 p.m.) and Accepting the Challenge: Positive Approach & Communication (2:00 p.m.). This mini-series deals with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, their origins, symptoms and practical management techniques. Facilitated by the Geriatric Adult Mental Health Specialty Team from Therapeutic Alternatives, Inc.
Audience: Staff or the community at large.
Registration: Required. Two CEs awarded for the completion of the 2-hour session. Register online or call (336) 765-8854 ext. 135. Registration form
