Most home bakers know that pizza stones are ideal for obtaining a rustic hearth-style crust on breads and dough. There are many commercially manufactured pizza stones available on the market, however, the rustic baker did not start at the kitchen supply store, and neither must you. Sometimes you can find these at the Restore for a fraction of the cost of commercial baking tiles!

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In The Words of a Donor

Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 3:07:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 3 comments

Read the complete, emotional story behind the anonymous $100K donation to the Crook County program.

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Construction Update

Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 3:17:00 PM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

Moving right along.

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What Does a ReStore Volunteer DO?

Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:54:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 1 comments

Have you ever wondered what types of volunteer jobs are available at the ReStore?

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Volunteers Needed: Women Build

Thursday, August 05, 2010 @ 1:37:00 PM - Written by Caitlin Jarvis, volunteer - 0 comments

Volunteers needed to apply a plaster finish Aug. 11-13.

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This Saturday: Wells Fargo Build Lot 15--Kick off

Thursday, August 05, 2010 @ 1:06:00 PM - Written by Caitlin Jarvis, Volunteer - 1 comments

Join us for a framing day!

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Construction Update

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 4:11:00 PM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

Many hands make light work. Too bad we don't have many hands. Tour follow up. Questions?

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A Difference

Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 9:32:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 3 comments

When making a difference isn’t good for us

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Weathering the Stormy Economy

Thursday, July 15, 2010 @ 4:55:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 1 comments

Are you looking at all the options available to you?

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KIDS MAKING A CHANGE

Thursday, July 15, 2010 @ 3:56:00 PM - Written by Adapted by Jessica Squier - 0 comments

I read this article on www. kidshealth.org and Wanted to share it with you! With all the things going on in the world all kids here today is “Global Warming” and “Going Green” and this often leaves them feeling confused and helpless. Volunteering is a great way to teach kids that they can literally change the world.

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Homeowner Testimonial - Jenni Hurlburt

Thursday, July 08, 2010 @ 11:21:00 AM - Written by Intern Caitlin - 1 comments

Find out how the Habitat program has impacted Jenni's life.

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Updates from Homeowners

Friday, July 02, 2010 @ 4:58:00 PM - Written by Intern Caitlin - 0 comments

Kim Corpus discusses homeownership a year later.

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Construction Update

Friday, July 02, 2010 @ 3:31:00 PM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

Special trip to check on the status.

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Habitat is a Big Builder

Friday, July 02, 2010 @ 2:54:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

We keep creeping up the ladder as others fall down.

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ReStore Build Update

Thursday, July 01, 2010 @ 12:48:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

A photo mosaic of the color Platinum.

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Stop Buying Bottled Water!

Tuesday, June 29, 2010 @ 11:54:00 AM - Written by Jessica Squier - 0 comments

Lets start making the motions they made in Concord, Massachusetts and work to ban Bottled Water in our town and invest in reusable bottles and filters for our taps!

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Construction Update

Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 9:04:00 AM - Written by Ann Kelly - 1 comments

College students major in caulking.

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Enhance Your Patio

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 1:35:00 PM - Written by Jessica Squier - 0 comments

Outdoor Patio Sets Come in Many Styles

Whether your home has an expansive patio area or a small intimate outdoor space you will need one of the many styles of outdoor patio sets available to furnish it. The amount of patio furniture and the style would depend on your needs, taste and style of your home.

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Construction Update

Thursday, June 17, 2010 @ 8:52:00 AM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

One down, more to go. So many people to thank.

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Construction Update

Thursday, June 10, 2010 @ 1:01:00 PM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

Building, and landscaping. RSVP required. Read what's up this week.

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Construction Update

Thursday, June 03, 2010 @ 8:38:00 AM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

The work never ends, so the workers never stop.

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Why Global Village

Friday, May 28, 2010 @ 8:41:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 1 comments

A unique volunteer experience with memories that last a lifetime.

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Construction Update

Wednesday, May 26, 2010 @ 3:52:00 PM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

The haps at the site.

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This Day in History

Thursday, May 20, 2010 @ 3:49:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

What newsworthy events have impacted our lives? Do you make the list?

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Construction Update

Wednesday, May 19, 2010 @ 4:31:00 PM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

Odds and ends, but all neccessary.

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Construction Update

Thursday, May 13, 2010 @ 9:30:00 AM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

Great progress being made on all the houses.

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The ReStore Build

Thursday, May 06, 2010 @ 2:32:00 PM - Written by Bend Area Habitat - 0 comments

How does a builder that is already green and sustainable strive to reach higher goals?

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Construction Update

Thursday, May 06, 2010 @ 8:56:00 AM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

Weekly update straight from the construction site.

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Save Water & Money

Wednesday, May 05, 2010 @ 1:18:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

This simple tip will help you save water and money when using your dishwasher.

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Kick-off Success!

Sunday, May 02, 2010 @ 2:01:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Fabulous kick-off day for the 2010 Women Build

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Great Show!

Friday, April 30, 2010 @ 12:53:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

A fun time was had by all at the 2010 Spring Into Fashion Show.

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$150K SHOP Award

Friday, April 30, 2010 @ 11:06:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 1 comments

Bend Area Habitat for Humanity receives $150,000 grant from the Self Help Homeowners Opportunity Program

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Construction Update

Friday, April 30, 2010 @ 9:03:00 AM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

How to prepare a site for wall raising in one easy lesson.

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Women Build kick-off--May 1 at Empire Ave. and Boyd Acres Rd.

Thursday, April 29, 2010 @ 10:05:00 AM - Written by Robin Cooper, Community Outreach Manager - 0 comments

Starting this Saturday, May 1 and every Saturday until the home is completed in July.

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Construction Update

Thursday, April 22, 2010 @ 3:32:00 PM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

Neither wind, nor rain, nor snow can stop our construction site! Heck, if it did, we'd never get anything done.

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10 Little Earth Day Tips and Your Ideas Too!

Tuesday, April 20, 2010 @ 3:08:00 PM - Written by Jessica Squier - 0 comments

This week is the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. People all over the planet will likely take a few moments this week to think twice about how their daily routines impact this world. At least I hope so. As the weather warms from spring to summer I have already been running around outside plotting out our family garden, pulling weeds, and watching a rabbit nest in our yard. A few hawks were even seen circling above our little 11/4 acre plot-o-land last week. So as we head into Earth Week, take a fe

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Singing the Unsung Heroes

Thursday, April 15, 2010 @ 8:47:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 3 comments

Hail to the garden gnomes who tend gardens by moonlight.

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Construction Update

Friday, April 09, 2010 @ 12:07:00 PM - Written by Ann Kelly - 0 comments

Gymnastics and guillotines on the site this week.

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How to build an affordable and portable Green House

Wednesday, April 07, 2010 @ 11:03:00 AM - Written by Jessica Squier - 1 comments

This greenhouse is 2400mm wide x 3000mm long. It is lightweight, portable (can be fixed more permanently if required), inexpensive and easy to construct. The cover is clear UV-resistant polythene film. This greenhouse is ideal for using in those areas with a tendency to suffer just enough winter frosts to be annoying.

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We Love Our Volunteers

Thursday, March 25, 2010 @ 11:21:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 2 comments

If anyone knows that the volunteer spirit is alive and well in Bend and Crook County, it would be us.

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COBA Rampathon

Friday, March 05, 2010 @ 10:02:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Need a handicap ramp built?

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Denim Recycling

Friday, March 05, 2010 @ 9:15:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

At GAP stores.

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Cause of the Week

Thursday, March 04, 2010 @ 9:47:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

We've been named cause of the week at About.com

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Turn Struggles Into Goals

Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 9:53:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Help turn struggle from a verb to a noun and you will help someone change their life.

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Facebook's Prineville Data Center

Friday, January 22, 2010 @ 11:24:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 1 comments

How does the decision to build in Prineville make a difference?

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In Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr

Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 12:14:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is: what are you doing for others?"

- Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Disaster Response in Haiti

Wednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 9:01:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Read how Habitat for Humanity Intl is responding to the 7.0 Earthquake in Haiti and how you can be involved.

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A Letter from our Board President

Friday, December 11, 2009 @ 1:29:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

During this holiday season, we want to recognize the support we receive from all over the community as well as celebrate our own impact.

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Photos of ReStore Build Kick-Off

Friday, December 11, 2009 @ 9:00:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

They got a lot done in one day on kick-off day of the ReStore Build.

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Prevent Freezing Pipes

Wednesday, December 09, 2009 @ 10:51:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 1 comments

Take a few moments to prevent costly damage.

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What Are You Truly Thankful For?

Wednesday, November 25, 2009 @ 1:59:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 1 comments

As unemployment droans on and foreclosures continue what is there to be thankful for?

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The Flame of Faith

Friday, November 06, 2009 @ 10:58:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Tomorrow morning all around Bend people will take extra care with their attire. Then like moths to a flame they will gather together.

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Meyer Memorial Matching Grant

Wednesday, November 04, 2009 @ 2:49:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Meyer Memorial has committed $20,000 of matching funds to our ReStore Build.

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A Bountiful Harvest

Thursday, October 22, 2009 @ 9:20:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 2 comments

A beautiful concert put on by the Central Oregon Mastersingers.

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Craving a meaningful adventure?

Friday, October 16, 2009 @ 12:12:00 PM - Written by Adina Eden - 0 comments

Join our Habitat Costa Rica trip!

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BAHfH Volunteer In the News

Thursday, October 01, 2009 @ 10:58:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

We are proud of the good work that Board member, Richard Berg, does in the community. Keep up the good work, Richard!

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2009 Green & Solar Home Tour

Thursday, September 17, 2009 @ 3:20:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

See quality affordable living on display on the Cascadia Green & Solar Home Tour. Saturday, October 3.

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COCC Closing Registration

Wednesday, September 02, 2009 @ 4:41:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

More than two weeks before classes begin.

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Vote for a Cause

Thursday, August 27, 2009 @ 9:52:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 1 comments

Help!!!! We need your daily vote to help us receive $50,000 from Intel.

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WE'RE DONE! WE'RE DONE ON BLAKELY!

Thursday, August 13, 2009 @ 8:42:00 AM - Written by Ann Kelly - 2 comments

Read about the race to the finish on our final Blakely project.

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It takes a village

Thursday, August 06, 2009 @ 3:38:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Who are our volunteers and what exactly do they do for us?

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Tolerance

Thursday, July 30, 2009 @ 12:15:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

-noun.
a fair, objective, and permissive attitude toward those whose opinions, practices, race, religion, nationality, etc., differ from one's own; freedom from bigotry.

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Free Rides to the Fair

Thursday, July 16, 2009 @ 9:08:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

EVERYONE in Deschutes County can now get to the Fair (this year's dates are July 29 to August 1) for FREE with daily shuttles being offered in La Pine, Bend, Redmond and Sisters!

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Give Back to Bend Day-July 11

Friday, July 10, 2009 @ 3:14:00 PM - Written by Robin Cooper, Development Officer - 0 comments

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What a great weekend!

Tuesday, June 30, 2009 @ 9:03:00 AM - Written by Robin Cooper, Development Officer - 0 comments

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Deschutes Brewery donates to Bend Habitat-June 27

Friday, June 26, 2009 @ 2:41:00 PM - Written by Robin Cooper, Development Officer - 0 comments

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Construction Site - Summer Schedule

Tuesday, June 16, 2009 @ 9:05:00 AM - Written by Emily Williams - 0 comments

Summer schedule has started for the construction site. Work on the construction site now is from 8:00am to 1:00pm! Spread the word.

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Women Build

Monday, June 08, 2009 @ 1:52:00 PM - Written by Robin Cooper, Development Officer - 0 comments

Roofing anyone?

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Childrens Books Available for our Homeowners

Friday, May 29, 2009 @ 1:31:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Current BAHfH families and those working through the program, do you have children? We have books for them.

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A 90 Second Quiz to Earn $1

Thursday, May 28, 2009 @ 2:15:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Help Habitat for Humanity earn $1million dollars worth of Kohler products just by taking a three question quiz.

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Women Build

Wednesday, May 27, 2009 @ 10:20:00 AM - Written by Robin Cooper, Development Officer - 0 comments

And did we ever...

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Huge Storewide Sale!

Thursday, May 21, 2009 @ 9:53:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Thursday, Friday and Saturday only! 20% off everything in the store. ReStore 740 NE 1st St.

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$20 for 20 years

Wednesday, May 06, 2009 @ 11:25:00 AM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Help us celebrate 20 years of building affordable housing!

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Women Build this Saturday, May 2!

Wednesday, April 29, 2009 @ 3:31:00 PM - Written by Robin Cooper, Development Officer - 1 comments

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It is so easy to donate! - New online donation system.

Thursday, April 23, 2009 @ 9:15:00 AM - Written by MQ - 0 comments

Check out how simple it is to support Bend Area Habitat for Humanity

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Do you GoodSearch?

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 @ 4:46:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Earn money for BAHfH right from your computer.

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Two Americorps Positions Available

Thursday, April 16, 2009 @ 12:35:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

Bend Area Habitat for Humanity will be hosting two Americorps positions in the fall.

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Bunco Night in Prineville

Tuesday, April 14, 2009 @ 9:02:00 AM - Written by MQ - 0 comments

April 18, 5 p.m., Eagles Lodge - Bunco Games, a fundraiser for the Crook County Habitat for Humanity.

Bunco is a very simple game, no experience necessary.

Please pass the word on!

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Ladies Night Out with Winestyles and Bend Habitat

Tuesday, April 07, 2009 @ 1:14:00 PM - Written by Robin Cooper, Development Officer - 2 comments

Winestyles will host Bend Habitat and guests on April 21 for Ladies Night Out...

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Attention Unemployed and Under Employed BAHfH Homeowners

Wednesday, April 01, 2009 @ 10:42:00 AM - Written by Sheila Pyott - 0 comments

Reserve your spot in two upcoming meetings regarding employment possibilities through a Habitat partnership and funding, scholarships and grants for education.

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Unemployed and under educated?

Friday, March 27, 2009 @ 3:01:00 PM - Written by Paula McClean - 0 comments

With COCC closing new student admissions this week it raises the question of what to do next?

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2009 Women Build

Monday, March 16, 2009 @ 4:07:00 PM - Written by Robin Cooper - 0 comments

It's time that women build...

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ReStore seeks savvy RE-PURPOSERS

Friday, March 13, 2009 @ 4:50:00 PM - Written by Sophie Paez, ReStore Director - 0 comments