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Family Spotlight: Nzerhumana and Bitondo
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From their first day in Lexington, Nzerhumana and Bitondo loved the city. Regardless of their circumstances, they do not ever want to move elsewhere.Their community consists of a healthy community of refugees from the Congo, their church at Living God Tabernacle, and their family. The importance of their faith is quickly evident, and is a part of what keeps their family close regardless of the challenging circumstances of the last years.
Despite living in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, and the US all in the span of the last 7 years, their family is incredibly close as well as remarkably talented. Jackson (14) plays the drums in his high school marching band, plus guitar and piano at home and church. Joyce(13) sings in the choir at her middle school and at home. Tresor (10) and Silvia(8) are both in elementary school. Hope (4), Meda (4), and Sharone (1) are the newest additions to the family.
Nzerhumana and Bitondo will build and purchase a home with Lexington Habitat for Humanity this year. They all look forward to the day that they can have more room in a home that is much more spacious than their current apartment. They hope for a day when their children can go to school, and come home to a safe, comfortable home. And they look forward to the first day when the children can join them in thanking God for the volunteers, sponsors, and partners who made it possible.
That day is quickly approaching, thanks to the sponsorship and volunteers from Link-Belt who kicked off their build last week and continue to work this week.
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Vintage Vinyl Sale at Habitat ReStore
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Are you ready to rock? The annual WUKY Vintage Vinyl Sale, at our very own ReStore, kicks off Thursday at 10AM and runs through Saturday! Come out and search the stacks for all those gems missing from your collection! Be sure to stick around for our special events:
April 22 - Costume Contest - best costume from your favorite era
April 23 - Most Outrageous Album Cover - treasure hunt for the best of the best!
April 24 - Karaoke from 4-6pm
We're still looking for a few record lovers to help us break down and clean up, contact Catherine for more information or visit here.
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We're throwing a party on Southland Drive and you're invited! A party of this magnitude will require a lot of volunteer power; join us and be a part of the first ever Southland Street Fair! Most shifts are just two hours so you'll have plenty of time to enjoy the festivities in your complimentary Southland Street Fair T-shirt. Register here to volunteer!
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April showers bring new homeowners
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The rain hasn't been on our side, but our amazing Project Managers and volunteers haven't let it slow them down! We have builds sponsored by Link-Belt, Thrivent Financial, Ashland/Valvoline, and Wells Fargo currently under construction. Nzerhumana and Bitondo, Mary, and Norma will all be able to purchase their homes from Habitat by the end of June!
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In the early hours of April 24 more than 500 Build-A-Home birdhouses will be placed throughout 22 undisclosed locations that will be north and east of Transylvania University. It will become a scavenger hunt of sorts and any birdhouse found may be taken free of charge. We do request one birdhouse limit per person. To follow the excitement visit Community Engagement Through the Arts and Lexington Habitat
The Build-A-Home project kicked off in 2014 when CETA and Lexington Habitat began placing typewriters in local businesses, schools, organizations around town and then asking "Home is..." It was organized by Lexington Habitat for Humanity and Transylvania University's professors Kremena Todorova and Kurt Gohde as part of their Spring Semester course entitled Community Engagement through the Arts. The "Home is..." messages were then incorporated into the project when participants decorated their birdhouse.
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FREE Lowe's Clinic this Saturday
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THIS Saturday, 8:30-10:30 join us for the FREE Lowe's Clinic at the Lowe's - 200 Old Todds Rd, Lexington, KY 40509. This FREE Clinic will cover proper use of tools, and siding, door, window installation and more! Contact Tina (ti...@lexhabitat.org) if you plan to attend and we'll bring the hammer!
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Is your mom a superhero? Has she given you encouragement and confidence over the years? Then we have a great way to honor your special Mom this Mother's Day. Our Women Build home is supported and built by women! Women learn new skills, encourage each other and earn greater confidence while building a lovely home for a deserving family. Your donation honoring your mom will go to support this year's Women Build.
Give a donation to honor your mom by May 1st and we'll mail her a Mother's Day card sharing your love for her in this special way. It's easy to give online at lexhabitat.org; select a specific build, then designate 2015 Women Build from the dropdown menu.
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Have you considered volunteering ?
Volunteers have the opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills, and make a difference in your community. Our volunteers build homes, communities, and hope.
To find out more about volunteer opportunities, what skills you'll learn, and how to become more involved with Lexington Habitat, join one of our Spring 2015 orientations for the chance to ask questions, meet staff, and find out more about what it means to volunteer for Lexington Habitat. RSVP here!
New Construction Volunteer Orientation
at the Habitat ReStore (451 Southland Drive)
May 23 at 9am
Volunteers Needed!
We need your help! Volunteer opportunities for April are up on our new system, VolunteerHub. If you're interested in construction, ReStore, or Special Events, click here to find out how you can help. |
| Golf Tournament - August 10, 2015 |
Registration is now open for the 9th Annual Lexington Habitat Golf Tournament - the Liberty Mutual Insurance Invitational - on August 10, 2015 at Spring Valley Golf Club in Lexington, KY. Learn more or register now at lexhabitatgolf.com.
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