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SUMMARY:Women Build: Sink Basics
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 Women Build Workshop series presents Sink Basics\, with Sandi\, on Wednesday\, January 20 at 4:30 PM PST. \nIn this interactive Q&A workshop\, Sandi will demonstrate how to replace a faucet and unclog drains. She will discuss tips and tricks on basic sink repair\, tools needed\, and when you need to turn off water to the house or fixture to do repairs. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n\n  \nMeet the instructor: Sandi\nGrowing up in a family of plumbers and handy persons\, Sandi began learning from a young age skills for maintaining and repairing just about anything. She began taking apart bathroom fixtures at age 8\, hanging drywall at age 13\, and working on her own cars at 16. \nFor seven years Sandi was a member of the team that created and led the City of Tacoma’s Neighborhood Makeover Week\, providing training to Tacoma citizens on home maintenance and holding an annual event to beautify Tacoma neighborhoods. She enjoys using her varied skill set to work on projects at her own home and sharing her knowledge with others.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021sinkbasicsjan/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210203T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210203T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
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SUMMARY:Women Build: Drywall Repair
DESCRIPTION:Join the 2021 Women Build Workshop series on Wednesday\, February 3 for Drywall Repair with Caitie. \nIn this interactive Q&A workshop\, Caitie will demonstrate different techniques for repairing drywall\, including sanding and techniques for patching holes or damage. The class starts at 4:30 PM PST. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n  \n\nMeet the Instructor: Caitie\nAfter graduating from University of Mary Washington in Virginia with a degree in biology\, Caitie served two AmeriCorps terms as a Construction Site Coordinator with Habitat for Humanity\, first in Delaware then in Tacoma. Following her AmeriCorps term in Tacoma\, Caitie became a construction trainer for Goodwill’s YouthBuild program. Now living on the east coast\, Caitie works as a Construction Site Manager for a Habitat affiliate in North Carolina. \nCaitie continues volunteering with Women Build because she is passionate about teaching and empowering individuals\, especially women and young people. She believes that creating a safe environment to learn\, ask questions\, and make mistakes helps people develop new skills as well as the confidence to use them.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021drywallfeb/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210210T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210210T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201230T230131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201230T232042Z
UID:5150-1612974600-1612978200@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build Leadership Series: Financial Goals
DESCRIPTION:Setting financial goals does not need to be overwhelming! \nJoin Certified Financial Planner Ali Criss\, President of Financial Insights\, for this Women Build Leadership conversation about setting and managing financial goals. Learn simple steps to help manage your monthly budget\, establish an emergency fund\, save for retirement\, start a college savings account for children and grandchildren\, and plan your estate. \nClick here to register for this FREE virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n  \n\n  \nMeet the Speaker\nAli Criss\, CFP®\, CDFA™ is the president and owner of woman-owned local wealth management firm\, Financial Insights\, based in downtown Tacoma. An influential local speaker and writer on financial planning topics\, Ali’s days are spent forming long-term relationships with professionals\, women\, and small business owners helping them plan for retirement and manage their wealth. Ali is a five time recipient of South Sound Magazine’s “Best Financial Advisor” award and was recognized as a Raymond James Woman of Distinction in 2018 for her work in independent wealth management. Ali sits on the Tacoma Community College Foundation Board of Directors and was honored as a distinguished alumnus of TCC in 2015. She also serves on the board of directors for Emergency Food Network and United States Indoor Skydiving.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021financialgoalsfeb/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210214
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201212T181934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201212T181934Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Closure: Presidents' Day
DESCRIPTION:Habitat construction sites will be closed Saturday\, February 13 in observance of Presidents’ Day. Our office will be closed on Monday\, February 15. \nPlease note that the Habitat Stores will be open both Saturday 2/13 and Monday 2/15.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/holiday-closure-presidents-day2021/2021-02-13/
LOCATION:Tacoma\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Closure
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210217T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210217T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201211T220242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T233929Z
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SUMMARY:Women Build: Toilet Basics
DESCRIPTION:Join Women Build for a plumbing basics workshop\, all about toilets\, led by Sandi. The online class is set for Wednesday\, February 17 at 4:30 PM PST. \nIn this interactive Q&A workshop\, Sandi will demonstrate repair and replacement of water closet parts and discuss toilet replacement. She will also do a demonstration of caulking that can be utilized for bathrooms\, kitchens\, and windows. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n  \n\nMeet the instructor: Sandi\nGrowing up in a family of plumbers and handy persons\, Sandi began learning from a young age skills for maintaining and repairing just about anything. She began taking apart bathroom fixtures at age 8\, hanging drywall at age 13\, and working on her own cars at 16. \nFor seven years Sandi was a member of the team that created and led the City of Tacoma’s Neighborhood Makeover Week\, providing training to Tacoma citizens on home maintenance and holding an annual event to beautify Tacoma neighborhoods. She enjoys using her varied skill set to work on projects at her own home and sharing her knowledge with others.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/women-build-toilet-basics/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210302T124000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210126T024728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T024728Z
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SUMMARY:Changing Lives Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Public health concerns may stop us from breaking bread together at Hotel Murano\, but we know the hearts of Habitat friends will still rally to celebrate with us on Tuesday\, March 2\, 2021 for our annual Changing Lives Luncheon. \nWe are working on building a fantastic\, virtual program for you to stream from your conference room\, home office\, and/or your car – wherever your spend your lunch hour.  We will share inspiring stories from Habitat homeowners\, and hear from CEO Maureen Fife about what’s on the horizon with regards to the housing crisis and what Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity plans to do in response – just like we always do. \nPlease save Tuesday\, March 2 and register to join us for a wonderful lunch-in starting at noon. If ever our neighbors needed your help getting and keeping a safe and stable home\, that time is now. \nWhile there is no cover charge for the Changing Lives Luncheon\, guests will be asked to make a gift from the heart in support of our mission.  \n 
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/lunchin2021/
LOCATION:via livestream\, Tacoma\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Brooks%2C Donor Experience & Storytelling Manager":MAILTO:bbrooks@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210303T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210303T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201211T220902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T220902Z
UID:5042-1614789000-1614792600@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build: Gardening Basics
DESCRIPTION:Join Caitie for this interactive session and start prepping for your spring garden. This Women Build workshop is scheduled for Wednesday\, March 3 at 4:30 PM PST. \nLearn when and what to plant\, how to prep soil\, and ways to protect your plants from weather in this general overview of gardening tips and techniques. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n\nMeet the Instructor: Caitie\nAfter graduating from University of Mary Washington in Virginia with a degree in biology\, Caitie served two AmeriCorps terms as a Construction Site Coordinator with Habitat for Humanity\, first in Delaware then in Tacoma. Following her AmeriCorps term in Tacoma\, Caitie became a construction trainer for Goodwill’s YouthBuild program. Now living on the east coast\, Caitie works as a Construction Site Manager for a Habitat affiliate in North Carolina. \nCaitie continues volunteering with Women Build because she is passionate about teaching and empowering individuals\, especially women and young people. She believes that creating a safe environment to learn\, ask questions\, and make mistakes helps people develop new skills as well as th
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021gardeningmarch/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210310T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210310T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201229T194029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T194029Z
UID:5141-1615393800-1615397400@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build Leadership Series: Career & Home
DESCRIPTION:How in the world does anyone figure out how to balance work and home life\, much less how to think about a career change? \nJoin Theresa Boyle\, MultiCare Health System Senior Vice President of Strategy\, Marketing and Communication\, for a Women Build Leadership workshop as she addresses these subjects\, sharing from her personal experience to provide practical advice and planning tips. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n\nMeet the Speaker\nTheresa Boyle has been a senior leader with MultiCare Health System for over 11 years. Prior to that she spent 21 years with Group Health Cooperative of Puget Sound in various progressive management capacities culminating as Executive Director\, Strategy and Planning. For over 30 years\, Ms. Boyle’s leadership abilities and experience have resulted in numerous accomplishments in marketing and communications\, strategic planning\, mergers and acquisitions\, business planning and development initiatives. She received a Master’s in Business Administration from Seattle University in 1991 and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Puget Sound in 1984.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021careermarch/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210317T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201211T221630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T221630Z
UID:5046-1615998600-1616002200@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build: Hardwood Floors
DESCRIPTION:Join Sandi for this interactive Women Build Workshop and learn how to refinish a hardwood floor. This online session is scheduled for Wednesday\, March 17 at 4:30 PM PST. \nSandi will show the tools needed\, demonstrate the steps to refinishing hardwoods\, and discuss tips and tricks when replacing boards. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n\n  \nMeet the instructor: Sandi\nGrowing up in a family of plumbers and handy persons\, Sandi began learning from a young age skills for maintaining and repairing just about anything. She began taking apart bathroom fixtures at age 8\, hanging drywall at age 13\, and working on her own cars at 16. \nFor seven years Sandi was a member of the team that created and led the City of Tacoma’s Neighborhood Makeover Week\, providing training to Tacoma citizens on home maintenance and holding an annual event to beautify Tacoma neighborhoods. She enjoys using her varied skill set to work on projects at her own home and sharing her knowledge with others.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021hardwoodmarch/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210318T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210318T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210219T233249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T233249Z
UID:5242-1616086800-1616090400@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Mortgage Workshop for Homeowners
DESCRIPTION:Join Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity for a FREE workshop about mortgages and the options you have when facing financial challenges.  \nTopics include:  \n\nWhat is forbearance?\nWhat happens after forbearance? Are there options?\nHow to develop a plan of action.\n\n\nThis is a no-cost virtual workshop\, held over Zoom. All are welcome! \nTo register and get the Zoom link\, please email us.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/mortgage-workshop_mar2021/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Homeowner Services":MAILTO:homeowner@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210407T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210407T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201211T222342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T222342Z
UID:5049-1617813000-1617816600@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build: Intro to Tools
DESCRIPTION:One our most popular Women Build Workshops\, Intro to Tools\, makes its 2021 debut on Wednesday\, April 7 at 4:30 PM PST. \nJoin Caitie to get the answer to questions like\, “What should be included in a basic tool list?” and “What’s the best tool for the job?” Learn to be equipped for the start of any project in this interactive Q&A workshop all about tools. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n  \n\nMeet the Instructor: Caitie\nAfter graduating from University of Mary Washington in Virginia with a degree in biology\, Caitie served two AmeriCorps terms as a Construction Site Coordinator with Habitat for Humanity\, first in Delaware then in Tacoma. Following her AmeriCorps term in Tacoma\, Caitie became a construction trainer for Goodwill’s YouthBuild program. Now living on the east coast\, Caitie works as a Construction Site Manager for a Habitat affiliate in North Carolina. \nCaitie continues volunteering with Women Build because she is passionate about teaching and empowering individuals\, especially women and young people. She believes that creating a safe environment to learn\, ask questions\, and make mistakes helps people develop new skills as well as as the confidence to use them.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021toolsapril/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210421T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210421T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201211T222922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T222922Z
UID:5052-1619022600-1619026200@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build: Doors
DESCRIPTION:Want to know how to hang a door or replace a doorknob? Join Women Build for a door workshop with Sandi on Wednesday\, April 21 at 4:30 PM PST. \nSandi will also discuss weather stripping and basic door repairs. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n  \n\n  \nMeet the instructor: Sandi\nGrowing up in a family of plumbers and handy persons\, Sandi began learning from a young age skills for maintaining and repairing just about anything. She began taking apart bathroom fixtures at age 8\, hanging drywall at age 13\, and working on her own cars at 16. \nFor seven years Sandi was a member of the team that created and led the City of Tacoma’s Neighborhood Makeover Week\, providing training to Tacoma citizens on home maintenance and holding an annual event to beautify Tacoma neighborhoods. She enjoys using her varied skill set to work on projects at her own home and sharing her knowledge with oth
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021doorsapril/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210503T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210503T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210414T001331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T192355Z
UID:5419-1620064800-1620068400@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in volunteering with Tacoma Habitat? \nCurrently\, only Store volunteer opportunities are available.  \nAll new Store volunteers must attend a virtual New Volunteer Orientation prior to their first shift. To register for orientation and get the Zoom link\, please email us. \nDuring the orientation\, you will be asked to provide your email address and birth date for background check. Following a successful background check\, you will have access to VolunteerHub\, our scheduling software\, and you will be able to schedule yourself for volunteers shifts. \nPlease note: \n\nHabitat is unable to sign off on court-ordered community service hours.\nAll volunteers must be 16 or older.\n\n\n\nWe hope to offer Construction volunteer opportunities by summer of 2021.  
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/orientationmay3/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Volunteer Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Services":MAILTO:volunteer@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210505T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210505T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201211T223624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T223624Z
UID:5056-1620232200-1620235800@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build: Intro to Tile
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the tools and materials needed for a DIY tile project in this Women Build Workshop led by Caitie\, on Wednesday\, May 5 at 4:30 PM PST. \nIn this interactive session\, Caitie will demonstrate how to measure and cut ceramic tile and set with Thinset. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n\nMeet the Instructor: Caitie\nAfter graduating from University of Mary Washington in Virginia with a degree in biology\, Caitie served two AmeriCorps terms as a Construction Site Coordinator with Habitat for Humanity\, first in Delaware then in Tacoma. Following her AmeriCorps term in Tacoma\, Caitie became a construction trainer for Goodwill’s YouthBuild program. Now living on the east coast\, Caitie works as a Construction Site Manager for a Habitat affiliate in North Carolina. \nCaitie continues volunteering with Women Build because she is passionate about teaching and empowering individuals\, especially women and young people. She believes that creating a safe environment to learn\, ask questions\, and make mistakes helps people develop new skills as well as the confidence to use them.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021tilemay/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210512T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210512T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210317T221258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T210739Z
UID:5339-1620837000-1620840600@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build Leadership Series
DESCRIPTION:Women in Construction\nWhile the number of women working in construction continues to climb\, women still only account for 10% of the workforce. The good news: The gender pay gap is significantly smaller in construction occupations with women earning on average 99.1% of what men make\, compared to 81.1% across all careers fields. Nonetheless\, women face unique challenges in this very male-dominated industry. \nJoin Rachael Pease\, Diversity Program Manager for Korsmo Construction\, as she shares the importance of company culture and supporting and advocating for women in breaking down these barriers in our Women Build workshop on Wednesday\, May 12 at 4:30 PST. \nClick here to register for this FREE virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \nPlease note that this workshop has been rescheduled.\n(Previous posted date was 4/14/21.) \n\nMeet the Speaker\nAs the Diversity Program Manager at Korsmo Construction\, Rachael Pease helps lead the construction industry in meeting diversity and inclusion goals. She works with small businesses to help them obtain MBE and WBE certification and assists with one-on-one mentorship and training to ensure success and business sustainability. \nDedicated to youth programs\, Rachael is involved with Tacoma Public Schools\, Next Move\, Graduate Tacoma\, Discover U\, Youth Build\, and the ACE mentorship programs. She is a member of the AGC Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee\, National Association of Minority Contractors\, National Association of Women in Construction\, and Pierce County Community Engagement task force. Rachael also serves on the Board of Directors for Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/women_in_construction/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20191211T205940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T191132Z
UID:4854-1620928800-1620934200@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Homeowner Information Session
DESCRIPTION:As a social distancing measure\, this workshop will be held online via Zoom.\nAttendance at a Homeowner Information Session is the first step to becoming a Habitat homeowner. \nPre-registration is required and Zoom link will be provided upon RSVP. To register for this session\, please email us or call 253-627-5626 x120. \nOur homebuyer program is designed for households with with a maximum gross income* (before taxes) of 80% of Area Median Income based on the number of individuals living in the household\, and a minimum income of $35\,000. Further information about eligibility can be found here.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/2020thursinfosessionv2-2021-05-13/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeowner Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="Homeowner Services":MAILTO:homeowner@tpc-habitat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210519T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210519T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201211T224227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T224227Z
UID:5060-1621441800-1621445400@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build: Electrical Basics
DESCRIPTION:Come learn basic electrical techniques for replacing components in your home in this Women Build Workshop with Sandi on Wednesday\, May 19 at 4:30 PM PST. \nSandi will demonstrate the dos and don’ts for electricity\, talk about when you need a permit\, and demonstrate replacing an outlet in this interactive workshop. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n\n  \nMeet the instructor: Sandi\nGrowing up in a family of plumbers and handy persons\, Sandi began learning from a young age skills for maintaining and repairing just about anything. She began taking apart bathroom fixtures at age 8\, hanging drywall at age 13\, and working on her own cars at 16. \nFor seven years Sandi was a member of the team that created and led the City of Tacoma’s Neighborhood Makeover Week\, providing training to Tacoma citizens on home maintenance and holding an annual event to beautify Tacoma neighborhoods. She enjoys using her varied skill set to work on projects at her own home and sharing her knowledge with oth
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021electricalmay/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210520T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210520T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210420T195059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T195851Z
UID:5464-1621530000-1621533600@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Mortgage-Ready Budget Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to purchase a home? Join our housing counseling team for a free\, virtual workshop on budgeting for those looking to move from renting to homeownership. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat is a budget?\nDifferences between budgets for renting and owning a home\nHousing and debt to income ratios\nSavings\n\nThis workshop is Thursday\, May 20 at 5:00 PM\, PST and is open to the public.  To sign up and get the Zoom link\, please email us or call 253-693-8297.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/mortgage-ready-budget-workshop/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Homeowner Services":MAILTO:homeowner@tpc-habitat.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210317T002330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T002330Z
UID:5330-1621677600-1621688400@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Beyond the Backyard\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Backyard is an adventure race: part scavenger hunt and part double-dog-dare. This family-friendly event is designed for fun-seekers of all ages and competitors of all abilities. It is perfect for families and/or groups of friends\, and offers team-building opportunities for colleagues\, sports teams\, and youth groups. \nOn Saturday\, May 22nd teams will race to complete a series of challenges in the categories of Physical; Find; Skill; and Fun across a three-hour period. There are prizes for the team to finish first\, the team that captures the best photo and the individual that raises the most money. Visit our FAQs for more details on how the race works. \nRace entry is $25/person and teams then raise or self-pledge $300 to benefit Tacoma Habitat’s affordable homeownership and foreclosure prevention programs.  (Entry fees count toward the team goal\, so if you have 4 people register\, you’re 1/3 there.) Proceeds benefit Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity’s affordable homeownership and foreclosure prevention programs\, making it possible for families to be safely housed during these challenging times. \nLearn more.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/beyond-the-backyard-2021/
CATEGORIES:Fundraising Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Brooks%2C Donor Experience & Storytelling Manager":MAILTO:bbrooks@tpc-habitat.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210530
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201212T182319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210430T170418Z
UID:5084-1622246400-1622332799@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Closure: Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:In observance of Memorial Day\, both the Habitat Stores and our office will be closed on Monday\, May 31. Habitat construction sites will be closed Saturday\, May 29.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/holiday-closure-memorial-day-2021/
LOCATION:Tacoma\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Closure,Store Closure
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210601
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201212T182319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210430T170451Z
UID:5087-1622419200-1622505599@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Closure: Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:In observance of Memorial Day\, both the Habitat Stores and our office will be closed on Monday\, May 31. Habitat construction sites will be closed Saturday\, May 29.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/holiday-closure-memorial-day-2021-2021-05-31/
LOCATION:Tacoma\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Closure,Store Closure
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210602T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210602T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201211T224946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T224946Z
UID:5063-1622651400-1622655000@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build: Framing Basics
DESCRIPTION:Join Women Build on Wednesday\, June 2 at 4:30 PM PST for an online workshop all about framing\, led by Caitie. \nLearn about lumber and other materials\, nail gun safety and use\, how to lay out walls and floors\, and general framing concepts in this interactive session. Caitie will build a sample wall for demonstration and show techniques to alter existing framing. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n  \n\n\nMeet the Instructor: Caitie\nAfter graduating from University of Mary Washington in Virginia with a degree in biology\, Caitie served two AmeriCorps terms as a Construction Site Coordinator with Habitat for Humanity\, first in Delaware then in Tacoma. Following her AmeriCorps term in Tacoma\, Caitie became a construction trainer for Goodwill’s YouthBuild program. Now living on the east coast\, Caitie works as a Construction Site Manager for a Habitat affiliate in North Carolina. \nCaitie continues volunteering with Women Build because she is passionate about teaching and empowering individuals\, especially women and young people. She believes that creating a safe environment to learn\, ask questions\, and make mistakes helps people develop new skills as well as the confidence to use them.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021framingjune/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210607T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210607T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210414T001331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T192618Z
UID:5434-1623088800-1623092400@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in volunteering with Tacoma Habitat? \nCurrently\, only Store volunteer opportunities are available.  \nAll new Store volunteers must attend a virtual New Volunteer Orientation prior to their first shift. To register for orientation and get the Zoom link\, please email us. \nDuring the orientation\, you will be asked to provide your email address and birth date for background check. Following a successful background check\, you will have access to VolunteerHub\, our scheduling software\, and you will be able to schedule yourself for volunteers shifts. \nPlease note: \n\nHabitat is unable to sign off on court-ordered community service hours.\nAll volunteers must be 16 or older.\n\n\n\nWe hope to offer Construction volunteer opportunities by summer of 2021.  
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/orientation-2021-06-07/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Volunteer Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Services":MAILTO:volunteer@tpc-habitat.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210610T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20191211T205940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T202057Z
UID:4855-1623348000-1623353400@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Homeowner Information Session
DESCRIPTION:As a social distancing measure\, this workshop will be held online via Zoom.\nAttendance at a Homeowner Information Session is the first step to becoming a Habitat homeowner. \nPre-registration is required and Zoom link will be provided upon RSVP. \nTo register for this session\, please click here. \nOur homebuyer program is designed for households with with a maximum gross income* (before taxes) of 80% of Area Median Income based on the number of individuals living in the household\, and a minimum income of $35\,000. Further information about eligibility can be found here.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/2020thursinfosessionv2-2021-06-10/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeowner Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="Homeowner Services":MAILTO:homeowner@tpc-habitat.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210616T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210616T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201211T225653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T225653Z
UID:5066-1623861000-1623864600@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build: Chain Link Fence
DESCRIPTION:Join Women Build  for a workshop about chain link fence led by Sandi. This online session is set for Wednesday\, June 16 at 4:30 PM PST. \nSandi will demonstrate small fence repair and how to install a gate in this interactive workshop. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. All are welcome! \n  \n\n  \nMeet the instructor: Sandi\nGrowing up in a family of plumbers and handy persons\, Sandi began learning from a young age skills for maintaining and repairing just about anything. She began taking apart bathroom fixtures at age 8\, hanging drywall at age 13\, and working on her own cars at 16. \nFor seven years Sandi was a member of the team that created and led the City of Tacoma’s Neighborhood Makeover Week\, providing training to Tacoma citizens on home maintenance and holding an annual event to beautify Tacoma neighborhoods. She enjoys using her varied skill set to work on projects at her own home and sharing her knowledge with others.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021fencejune/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210704
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20201212T182938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210614T180930Z
UID:5088-1625270400-1625356799@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Closure: 4th of July
DESCRIPTION:In observance of Independence Day\, please note the following closures: \n\nConstruction sites: closed Saturday\, July 3\nHabitat Stores (Tacoma\, Lakewood\, Puyallup): closed Sunday\, July 4\nAdministrative offices: closed Monday\, July 5\n\nThe Habitat Stores will be open Monday\, July 5.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/holiday-closure-4th-of-july2021/2021-07-03/
LOCATION:Tacoma\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Closure,Store Closure
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210705T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210705T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210414T001331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T192521Z
UID:5435-1625508000-1625511600@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in volunteering with Tacoma Habitat? \nCurrently\, only Store volunteer opportunities are available.  \nAll new Store volunteers must attend a virtual New Volunteer Orientation prior to their first shift. To register for orientation and get the Zoom link\, please email us. \nDuring the orientation\, you will be asked to provide your email address and birth date for background check. Following a successful background check\, you will have access to VolunteerHub\, our scheduling software\, and you will be able to schedule yourself for volunteers shifts. \nPlease note: \n\nHabitat is unable to sign off on court-ordered community service hours.\nAll volunteers must be 16 or older.\n\n\n\nWe hope to offer Construction volunteer opportunities by summer of 2021.  
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/orientation-2021-07-05/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Volunteer Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Services":MAILTO:volunteer@tpc-habitat.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210707T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210707T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210604T214836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210604T220331Z
UID:5558-1625675400-1625679000@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build: Roofing 101
DESCRIPTION:Join Women Build for a new workshop about roof repair on Wednesday\, July 7th. Instructor Caitie will virtually take you onto her roof to teach you how to install shingles (including some tricky steps)\, and show you how to inspect for repair or replacement. During this free workshop\, you will also get an overview of the materials and tools needed when roofing\, and discover the pros/cons and costs of different types of roofing. \nClick here to register for this virtual\, online session. While this workshop was designed with women in mind\, all are welcome to attend. \n  \nWomen Build Workshops are sponsored by our friends at: \n \n\n  \nMeet the instructor: Caitie\nAfter graduating from University of Mary Washington in Virginia with a degree in biology\, Caitie served two AmeriCorps terms as a Construction Site Coordinator with Habitat for Humanity\, first in Delaware then in Tacoma. Following her AmeriCorps term in Tacoma\, Caitie became a construction trainer for Goodwill’s YouthBuild program. Now living on the east coast\, Caitie works as a Construction Site Manager for a Habitat affiliate in North Carolina. \nCaitie continues volunteering with Women Build because she is passionate about teaching and empowering individuals\, especially women and young people. She believes that creating a safe environment to learn\, ask questions\, and make mistakes helps people develop new skills as well as the confidence to use them.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021roofjuly/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210802T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210802T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210414T001331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T192708Z
UID:5436-1627927200-1627930800@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in volunteering with Tacoma Habitat? \nCurrently\, only Store volunteer opportunities are available.  \nAll new Store volunteers must attend a virtual New Volunteer Orientation prior to their first shift. To register for orientation and get the Zoom link\, please email us. \nDuring the orientation\, you will be asked to provide your email address and birth date for background check. Following a successful background check\, you will have access to VolunteerHub\, our scheduling software\, and you will be able to schedule yourself for volunteers shifts. \nPlease note: \n\nHabitat is unable to sign off on court-ordered community service hours.\nAll volunteers must be 16 or older.\n\n\n\nWe hope to offer Construction volunteer opportunities by summer of 2021.  
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/orientation-2021-08-02/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Volunteer Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Services":MAILTO:volunteer@tpc-habitat.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210804T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210804T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T142357
CREATED:20210604T220116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210604T220116Z
UID:5566-1628094600-1628098200@www.tpc-habitat.org
SUMMARY:Women Build: Porches & Decks
DESCRIPTION:Join Women Build for a new workshop centered around outdoor living space. Instructor Caitie will demonstrate general techniques for building a deck or porch. Learn the building codes you need to be aware of\, the differences between wood and synthetic deck boards\, how to stain and pressure wash\, and tips for maintaining your deck or porch once finished. \nClick here to register for this free\, online workshop. While this workshop was designed with women in mind\, all are welcome! \nWomen Build Workshops are sponsored by our friends at:\n \n\n  \nMeet the instructor: Caitie\nAfter graduating from University of Mary Washington in Virginia with a degree in biology\, Caitie served two AmeriCorps terms as a Construction Site Coordinator with Habitat for Humanity\, first in Delaware then in Tacoma. Following her AmeriCorps term in Tacoma\, Caitie became a construction trainer for Goodwill’s YouthBuild program. Now living on the east coast\, Caitie works as a Construction Site Manager for a Habitat affiliate in North Carolina. \nCaitie continues volunteering with Women Build because she is passionate about teaching and empowering individuals\, especially women and young people. She believes that creating a safe environment to learn\, ask questions\, and make mistakes helps people develop new skills as well as the confidence to use them.
URL:https://www.tpc-habitat.org/event/wb2021decksaug/
LOCATION:Online\, via Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women Build,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracey Sorenson%2C Director of Community Engagement":MAILTO:tsorenson@tpc-habitat.org
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