Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity to Open Store
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity will hold a ribbon-cutting celebration on Saturday, March 6 at 10 a.m., for the grand opening of ReStore, a home-improvement resale store, at 70 Jefferson Place, just west of Clapp Park on West Housatonic Street.The public is invited to attend the event, which will feature opening remarks by Mayor James M. Ruberto. Complimentary food and beverages, giveaways and hourly drawings for store discount coupon are planned, as well as free local delivery for large items purchased on opening day.
ReStore will be stocked with a wide range of new and used building and home supplies – from lumber, windows and floor tiles to cabinetry, fixtures, appliances, un-upholstered furniture and tools –for purchase by the general public at a fraction of retail price. Materials offered for resale have been donated by local retailers, contractors and individuals. All operating profits from ReStore sales go directly into Habitat’s building program.
Following its March 6 opening, the ReStore will be open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 to 4 for purchasing and Wednesdays from 9 to 11:30 for donation gifts. For store information, directions and a complete list of items accepted for donation, go to www.berkshirerestore.org. To schedule a donation pick-up, call 413-266-1144.
