Save $20 at the Athens ReStore

Save money on your next purchase at the Athens Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore! We're running an offer TOMORROW ONLY at www.dealmobs.com... buy a $30 gift certificate for only $10. That's a $20 savings! Be sure to check it out!

Last Day to Preregister & Save!

Today is the last day to preregister for our Race for the Dream 5k next Monday, so sign up and save! Registration is $15/person through today. Tomorrow, fees increase to $20/person until race day. Register online at www.active.com/running/athens-ga/8th-annual-race-for-the-dream-5k-2010 or download forms from our website at www.athenshabitat.com.

If running isn't your thing, but you still want to be involved, why not volunteer? If you're interested in registering participants on race day, directing runners on the route, or just cheering everyone on... we could use you. Email us at pr@athenshabitat.com or call us at 706/208-1001.

5 Year Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.

Today marks the 5 year Anniversary of the devastating hurricane that hit the Gulf Coast, destroying thousands of homes and displacing over a million individuals from their residences. However, through the horror that was Hurricane Katrina we saw something spectacular in the forces of people who made it their duty to help those devastated by the storm. Habitat for Humanity was quick to respond by starting construction on its first hurricane response home only six weeks after the storm hit. Today, more than 2,219 homes have been built by Habitat for Humanity in response to the destruction Hurricane Katrina caused. While the destruction and horror of Katrina will scar our country for years to come, it is those who took a break from their lives to help the victims that will always be remembered. For more information on the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and Habitat's response click here.

Pre-Register for the 8th Annual Race for the Dream Before it is too late!

Next weekend is a big weekend in Athens. Labor Day, Opening Game for the Bulldogs, and the 8th Annual Race for the Dream 5K Sponsored by New West Records. End your Labor Day on a good note and come out to support Athens Area Habitat for Humanity by participating in our 5K on Monday, September 6th at 8 am. The race leaves from Milledge Avenue Baptist church and ends with a scenic finish next to the lake in Memorial Park. Come out and support Habitat's mission to eliminate substandard housing, and lose a few tailgating calories! Click here to register early and save $5.

Restore Hot Item of the Week:

This beautiful entertainment center will look great in YOUR living room! $300 All purchases must be made in person. *Visit Athens Habitat ReStore to check on availability, ask questions, or purchase an item (no calls, please). Athens Habitat ReStore 532 Barber Street (across the tracks) Athens, GA 30603www.athenshabitat.com *All funds raised support Athens Area Habitat for Humanity in its continuing effort to eliminate poverty housing in Clarke, Oconee, and Oglethorpe counties. By contributing to the Habitat ReStore, you are helping make our community a happier, healthier place to live for all!

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Calling All Volunteers!

We need your help at our annual Race for the Dream 5k on Labor Day Monday, September 6th at Milledge Avenue Baptist Church in Athens. Volunteers will help out with registration, directing and cheering on racers. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 706-208-1001 or via email at volunteer@athenshabitat.com.

Birthday Party at the Farm was a Blast!

Thanks to everyone who came out and celebrated Athens Area Habitat's 22nd Birthday Party at the Farm on Saturday Night. The party was a major success! We had a great turnout, and each band put on an unbelievable performance. A special thanks goes out to the Farm 255 for hosting our party, Publix and Cecilia Vilaveces for donating the birthday cakes, as well as Ben Lewis, Lera Lynn, and Trances Arc for coming out and playing. Check out the pictures on our Facebook Page!