Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County

Saturday Academy Speaker: Jasmine Stover
2021-03-13 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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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Motivation Monday: Dream, Girl
2021-03-15 | Virtual
Dream, Girl (the documentary): Showcasing the stories of inspiring female entrepreneurs

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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] 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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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] 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] 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] 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] 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] 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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In-Courage
2021-03-26 18:00 - 19:00 | 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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The Biltmore House in Asheville
2021-03-27 11:00 - 17:00 | NC
A day trip to Asheville, NC.
Available to 15 youth. Register as soon as possible. Parents, please let me know if interested in chaperoning.
NOTE: Must be an active program participant to register.

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Resume Building
2021-03-31 10:00 - 11:00 | NC
Learn the basics of building your resume to stand-out and highlight your best traits to land your ideal job.

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New Home Expectations
2021-03-31 10:00 - 11:00 | NC
Learn about the basics of what to expect after you purchase a home through Habitat for Humanity from our Director of Construction and Land Development, Jeff Myers.

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Productivity & Routine Planning
2021-04-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Learn the fundamentals of setting productive routines that are best for YOUR lifestyle with Habitat Forsyth’s own Training and Education Manager, Britney J. Lowery.

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Motivation Monday: Knock Down the House
2021-04-05 | Virtual
Four working-class women run for Congress, overcoming adversity to battle powerful political machines in very different American landscapes.

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Saturday Academy: STEM Introduction to Electronics & Circuits
2021-04-10 09:00 - 10:30 | NC
The youth will be introduced to basic concepts using Snap Circuits and then move into crafting with electronics.
They will learn about basic concepts, electricity, serial and parallel circuits and then move to paper circuits. And the youth can take home their light-up crafts when class is over. Facilitated by Popi Makris, founder of After School Brilliance.
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Spring Blueprint Community Tour
2021-04-17 08:00 - 14:30 | Habitat for Humanity for Forsyth County Campus, 1023 W. 14th Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Due to changing circumstances, the April 17 Blueprint Community Tour has been canceled. We will have more opportunities available in the near future to give you a glimpse into the work of Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County over the last 36 years.
For notification of when new tour dates are scheduled keep an eye out here or contact Lauren Davis at 336.306.8418 or lauren.davis@habitatforsyth.org

The NASCAR Hall of Fame Museum
2021-04-17 09:00 - 14:00 | NC
A day trip to Charlotte, NC. Available to the first 8 youth to register.

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Training Tuesday: "Arts & Snacks"
2021-04-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
This STEAM educational workshop will be lots of fun. Youth will participate in a creative expression project using acrylic paint on canvas while snacking on fruits, cheese, and soft drinks. The finished piece is theirs to keep.
The workshop is a collaboration with The MIXXER Makerspace. Facilitated by Maddy Carlson, one of the founders of Collective Arts, WS
Note: Boxed meals-to-go will still be provided.

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Skate Haven Skating Center Trip
2021-04-27 18:30 - 20:30 | NC
Local field trip just for fun. Available to 12 youth.
Register as soon as possible.

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Saturday Academy: Good Credit Game
2021-05-15 09:00 - 10:30 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Teens will leave this workshop with an abundance of knowledge and tools to help build and maintain good credit. The hands-on curriculum uses an interactive presentation and board game to cover credit reports, credit scores, credit cards, and the dangers of abusing credit. Facilitated by Betty Ann Falkner, accredited financial counselor and financial education consultant.

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Saturday Academy: Personality Profiles
2021-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Habitat Housing Education Center, 1023 West 14th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Youth will complete assessments to indicate their preferences, learn more about what their selections say, and build an awareness of how they “work” with others.

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