Friday, August 17, 2012

Further update on ReStore move

As we get closer to moving we are going to have to figure out how to keep the current location open and running as long as possible while still preparing the new location to open.  We will be trying to line up groups of volunteers to help with the move.  A few companies in Wilmington have indicated that employees would be willing to assist.  We also have a group of Americorps NCCC coming in for about three weeks.  Next week a new Lutheran Volunteer Corps member will be starting with the ReStore and three Americorps volunteers will start over the next few weeks. 

The renovations in the building are progressing.  Everything should be done by the end of the month.  After that it will be necessary to get a certificate of occupancy from the county.  We are hoping that comes close to the beginning of September.  Once that is issued we can start the actual move. 

We need to install fixtures (shelving, racks, counterspace, etc.).  Some of these will have to be anchored to the floor or to walls so it will be done by professionals.  The Americorps NCCC group will be building some of the fixtures we will need.  Because this will be such a large location we are planning to have wheeled platforms on which to place appliances and other large items.  We have the specs for these fixtures so Americorps can get started on that when they arrive next month. 

As soon as we get access to the building we will be able to start moving product over there.  All pick-ups will go straight to the new location at that time.  We will also start moving some of our best items to the new location.  We are hoping to sell most of what is left in the store so we don't have to move more than absolutely necessary. 

Anyone who is interested in volunteering can contact Chris Schei, cschei@habitatncc.org or (302) 652-0365  x111. 


Friday, August 10, 2012

eBay items this week

We have posted two items to eBay this week. Both are film related. We have a listing of three 8mm films and a listing of a hardback novel that was released to correspond with the release of a film based on the novel.


The 8mm films are An American in Orbit, Fox and the Grapes, and Terry Bears Plumber's Helpers. All three are in the original box. The boxes have some signs of wear but are in good condition.

The novel is Little Old New York by Rida Johnson Young. It was made into a movie in 1923. The movie starred Marion Davies. This edition of the novel contains still photos from the movie. The spine of the book is in poor condition but the pages are intact. Despite the condition it could still be an attractive collector's item for a fan of silent film or a Marion Davies fan.

The listing for both items will end Wednesday, August 15th at 1:12.


Friday, August 3, 2012

Latest on new location

Work is coming along well at the new location. The repairs have been going on for about a month. It still has a long way until it looks like a retail building.

The building has a new roof. Doorways have been knocked into the wall so there is better access from the front area of the store to the back. Restrooms are being constucted. The building will have a restroom area for customers and a separate restroom for employees. Work has also started on the employee breakroom. The offices need a lot of work, a customer entrance needs to be cut out of the front, and the building has to be painted.

We have started to map out the way we want to arrange the store. We will have to acquire a large supply of shelving and other display racks. Since some of the display racks will need to be built we have applied to get an Americorps group. If our request is approved we will have a group for several weeks. They will be able to build any structures we need as well as help moving things to the new store.

We are still aiming for late October to open the new location. If that changes we will update information through our facebook page and our website.