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 Please note that ReBuild WILL BE OPEN on Monday February 15th for Presidents' Day from 9-5. See our February Sales below for additional information.
Join Diane Blust for ReBuild's first Saturday event in February and learn to make your own non-toxic cleaning supplies. See ReBuild's upcoming events below.
Please also take note of our new extended hours. | |
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| ReBuild Information |
Visit: 6625-B IronPlace
Springfield, VA 22151
Call: 703.658.8840
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday:9-4
Friday: 9-3
Saturday: 9-5
Sunday: 12-5 |
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Hello Everyone,
As we begin to transition from winter to spring, ReBuild will be transitioning as well. This will be the last newsletter Megan Kirin and we will co-edit. After helping guide the ReBuild Warehouse through its first operating year, Megan has decided to explore opportunities opening up in her profession of commercial interior design, as the economy begins to improve. She leaves behind a strong record of support for the environment, for ReBuild's commitment to saving usable building materials and ReBuild's mission to fund training programs for hard-to-place workers in "Green Collar" jobs. She will be sorely missed by our customers and by the ReBuild staff. Her dedication and drive will serve her well in her next venture.
Megan's replacement, as Materials Coordinator, is Damonte "Monte" Robinson whom many of our customers met last summer when he was on assignment from his regular job with DeConstruction Services, LLC. Monte enjoyed the challenge and working with the customers so well that we asked him to accept this position on a full-time basis. While Megan's shoes will not be easy to fill, Monte's deconstruction experience will enable him to closely coordinate the material donations from deconstruction with their suitability for resale at ReBuild, relate to builders, and forge strong alliances with building supply stores that donate their overstocked products. Please stop by and welcome Monte the next time you are in the store.
Paul S. Hughes Daryl Spencer
Executive Director President
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| Inclement Weather Schedule |
 Through the winter months be sure to check our website and/or voicemail for updates and store closing information prior to coming to the warehouse.
In a daily attempt to save energy, the warehouse is not heated. Please remember to bundle up! |
| February Sales |
Friday, Feb. 5th - Sunday, Feb. 7th
Super Bowl Weekend Spectacular Sale 
Start working on your "honey do" list before the "Big Game" and enjoy the game in peace!! Pick your materials up at ReBuild all weekend and save. Buy one item for $75 or more and get a second, at equal or lesser value, for 40% off.
Friday Feb. 12th - Sunday, Feb. 21st
Week-Long President's Day Celebration
ReBuild WILL be Open on Monday February 15th. Enjoy our President's Day sale ALL WEEK. Take 25% off all items $100 or more. |
| ReBuild Events |
Saturday February 6th-11:00am:
Join Diane Blust and learn how to make your own non-toxic cleaning products from things like white vinegar, plain soap and Borax. "Save your health, your budget and the Earth!"
Saturday February 13th-11:00am:
Ever wonder where your stuff comes from and where it goes? Enjoy this 20 minute video called "The Story of Stuff" to learn about your stuff and how simply continuing to shop at the ReBuild warehouse can help combat part of a vicious cycle.
Saturday February 20th-11:00am:
Learn how to make a cold frame from reclaimed building materials and extend your gardening season. Diane Blust also will discuss plants that a cold frame will enable you to grow almost all year round in the Washington area (with a little effort and a good southern exposure). Time permitting, Diane will also talk about composting and a bit about organic gardening!
Saturday February 27th-11:00am:
The Story of Cap & Trade is a fast-paced, fact-filled look at the leading climate solution discussed in Copenhagen and on Capitol Hill. Host Annie Leonard introduces the energy traders and Wall Street financiers at the heart of this scheme and reveals the "devils in the details" in current cap and trade proposals: free permits to big polluters, fake offsets and distraction from what's really required to tackle the climate crisis. If you've heard about cap and trade, but aren't sure how it works (or who benefits), this is the film is for you. | |
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| Community Events |
Tuesday, February 2nd 7:30pm
Green Living Expo Planning Meeting. Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment is looking for new volunteers to help plan and orchestrate the Green Living Expo in March. Help is needed particularly with publicity, organizing children's programs, soliciting green living and food vendors, and planning a reception for elected officials. Location: 2500 Clarendon Blvd in Arlington, VA 22201 Details: You must RSVP to Elenor Hodges. Contact Elenor: By phone 703.228.6427 or Send Email.
Thursday, February 4th 7:00pm
Arlington County's Natural Heritage Resource Inventory. Within Arlington's boundaries are globally-rare natural communities, state champion trees, old-age forest remnants, wetlands and springs, and many uncommon plants and wild flowers. Join us for a presentation on our natural treasures, led by Greg Zell, Natural Resource Specialist. Location: Arlington Central Library Auditorium 1015 N. Quincy St in Arlington, VA 22201 Details: No registration necessary.
Saturday, February 13th 11:00am-12:30pm Water Wise Landscaping. Well designed, installed and maintained landscapes offer years of environmental benefits and beauty. Green Spring horticulturalist Brenda Skarphol discusses these concepts and provides practical information for you to implement in your garden. Instruction takes place inside and outdoors. Dress accordingly. $16 Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria, VA.
Tuesday February 16th 6-8pm:
NOVA Green Drinks. Fairfax, VA. Once a month, people around the world that work in the environmental field or are interested in the environment, meet up locally for happy hour at informal sessions known as Green Drinks. Jammin Java in Vienna, VA.
Saturday February 27th 8:30am-4:30pm
Green Spring Master Gardeners Present: The 6th Annual EcoSavvy Gardening Symposium: Understanding Your Garden's Life Cycle. Gardeners and homeowners can make a difference on our environment's health; Green Spring Master Gardeners are committed to showing them how. The 2010 EcoSavvy Gardening Symposium brings together experts to share practical information on understanding the life cycle of your garden. Learn to work with nature's resources to develop a beautiful, low maintenance urban retreat! To register, please call 703-642-5173. Registration: $45 Boxed Lunch: $12 additional (please specify meat or vegetarian preference) Sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension Supported by Fairfax County Park Authority & Green Spring Gardens. Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria, VA.
Saturday February 27th 1:00pm-5:00pm
Tools for Change Workshop III - Energy Efficiency, Messaging and Media. Join the Northern VA Climate Action Network (NoVaCAN), a coalition of 9 NoVa environmental groups, for Workshop III featuring a moderated panel on efficiency in business and homes, and discussions on how to communicate the climate change message and work with the media, followed by hands-on advocacy skills training. Location: Fair Oaks Merrifield Garden Center
Upstairs Meeting Room 12101 Lee Hwy Fairfax, VA 22030 Details: Free and open to all, refreshments will be provided. Register: www.chesapeakeclimate.org/NoVaCAN Contact: Linda Burchfiel, 703-506-4310 Send Email.
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| ReBuild Upcoming Events |
Saturday March 6th- 11:00 am
Join Bobby Croghan as he shows homeowners how to "Construct Custom Built-In Cabinets Using Salvaged Cabinets." Bobby's company specializes in environmental sustainability. He and attendees will inspect ReBuild's current inventory of kitchen cabinets, draw up some working design elevations on a white board, and visualize how one or more of these pieces can be integrated into their home.
Save the Date!
ReBuild is gearing up for a one year anniversary celebration. We have tentatively set the date for Saturday March 20th, 2010
Your ideas please:
What types of environmentally-related workshops would you like to see at the warehouse? How to refinish your kitchen cabinets? Growing backyard plants for bees, birds and butterflies? Neighborhood gardening? We would love to hear your ideas! Please send us an email. |
| Customer Creations |
 We LOVE before and after photos from our customer projects.
If you have completed a project using materials purchased at the warehouse and would like to share images with us, please send us an email with photos and a brief description of your project! We will then display these images in our Community Corner, on our website and on our facebook page.
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| Volunteer |
 Volunteers provide a critical service to ReBuild and we are always seeking volunteers with all types of experience, as each skill is valuable to our work in the warehouse and within the community.
We receive new merchandise constantly and with your help we are able to keep ReBuild fresh and organized.
Come be a part of all the exciting changes!
Volunteers also earn store credit for each hour worked.
Interested? Contact Amy. |
| Donate |
 Your tax-deductible donation can enable ReBuild to reach our goal of funding on-the-job and classroom training, professional certifications and licensure for hard-to-place workers in "green collar" jobs. Even the smallest donation is helpful in moving us closer to this goal and beginning to make a difference.
For monetary donations please call Paul Hughes 703.280.1719
For material donations please call 703.658.8840 or email with photos and a general description of your items. |
| ReBuild Partners |
ReBuild is grateful for the constant support we receive from our Partners. Many small businesses and nonprofit organizations in the Northern Virginia and DC Metro area donate their time, advertising venues, and even materials reclaimed from their building and renovation projects. Their contribution to ReBuild's success is critical to our mission of revitalizing lives and saving resources as we build a more sustainable community together.
If your company or organization is interested in partnering with ReBuild, contact our executive director at 703.280.1719
See our website for a full list of our Local & Metro Partners. |
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In keeping with our February 13th showing of "The Story of Stuff" we offer these Eco-Tips. These tips can help make a difference in your wallet and the environment.
 Simplify:
Shopping Bags:
While shopping, if you only buy a few products skip the shopping bag. For larger purchases, bring your own. Learn about the dangers of plastic bags and what countries around the world are doing about it at "The Dangers of Plastic Bags" slide show from Teacher Vishal Mody.
Mug-to-Go: Carry a mug with you wherever you go for take-out beverages. Not only does this help to cut down on waste, but most coffee shops also offer a discount on your beverage when you use your own mug!
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Thank you for your continuous support of ReBuild and its environmental goals.
Sincerely,
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Paul S. Hughes Megan V. Kirin
Executive Director Material Coordination/Marketing Development
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