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We are women, watch us build

Published 12:07 pm Friday, May 20, 2011

Women gathered to work on the new Habitat for Humanity house going up in Oak Harbor.
Women gathered to work on the new Habitat for Humanity house going up in Oak Harbor.

On Friday, May 6, and Saturday, May 7, Habitat for Humanity of Island County hosted a Women Build event as part of the 2011 National Women Build Week sponsored by Habitat for Humanity International and Lowe’s. Despite chilly temperatures and rain, more than 50 people helped frame house number 30 located on Northwest Lofton Loop in Oak Harbor.

Habitat for Humanity of Island County would like to thank each of the volunteers who dedicated their time and made this event successful. The Habitat employees hope each of the volunteers enjoyed working with Habitat for Humanity of Island County and will join them again.

To learn more about volunteering with Habitat for Humanity of Island County, visit www.islandcountyhabitat.org or call the office at 679-9444.

Founded in 1998, Habitat for Humanity of Island County is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. It is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. Employees build with people in need regardless of race or religion. They welcome volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds.