May 2014
 Issue No. 42

 


One of the simple joys of springtime is watching the natural world come to life once again.  It's somehow both soothing and invigorating to witness the growth, absorb its energy and enjoy its fruits.

As the grass greens and the flowers blossom outside, so the inside of Second Chance's retail center is undergoing its own transformation of sorts.  Although many of the improvements to our "vintage" 200,000 sq ft facility lie out of sight, some are more visibly "soothing and invigorating."

Of recent note is the unveiling of what we've been fondly calling "The York Room," based on a large estate we deconstructed in York, PA. Some of the architectural elements salvaged there now adorn the area. This space, which is also being expanded, primarily showcases upper-end home furnishings. It's to the far right as you enter the store.  Just open the glass doors, stroll down the art gallery, and you're there! 

Click this image for a 30-second video introducing our new showroom.... 
   
Let us know what you think of the new space and the many repurposing/upcycling examples incorporated into the design.  And as the season heats up, stay tuned for more hot improvements to your shopping experience!

Thank you for continuing to
donate, shop, volunteer, give to, and share about Second Chance as we bloom together this spring.  

 

-Your Second Chance Team

CUSTOMER CREATION
Reclaimed Flooring... 
I sure couldn't tell that this was actually Virginia Bogdan's first wood floor installation, could you?  We have a lot of reclaimed flooring and tips for you to give it a shot, too! 
UNIQUE ITEM
Chambers Range
Mint Condition! ♦ $575 

There are many ways for individual & groups to serve.  See examples & contact us on our website.

 

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410-385-1700

www.secondchanceinc.org 

Remodeling or Demolishing?  
Contact us to learn how deconstruction can add value to your project and our mission!
Call 410-385-1700 or email.
 
   
Have furniture, appliances, cabinets, materials, vehicles or other items you can do without?
Contact Cari to discuss & arrange a pick up - 
Call 410-385-1700 x 110 or email.
(Donation tax receipt provided!) 

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...is deeply appreciated by many!    

 


Kennerley Castered Chair - Item #62464  

  

Rolling Garment/Storage Bins - Item #34743


Wicker Trunks - Items #62084 & 62805


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Thanks for helping Second Chance, Inc. win this prestigious award again! We are humbled that so many people have affirmed the real difference we're making. Click here to read the reviews that helped make us one of the first qualifiers of 2014, or leave your own message to other potential donors, volunteers and customers. 
In Recognition of Earth Day, Remember... 
Donate reusable items, don't dump them!  
Deconstruct homes, don't demolish them!
Transform used materials, don't trash them!

You'll be a good steward of the environment, support job training, preserve architectural history and receive a tax benefit. It's a win-win-win-win for people, products, pocketbooks and the planet! THANKS for partnering with us to divert 100s of 1000s of pounds of perfectly good material from the waste stream every year!
 

Have a blast while supporting people, pets and the planet! To learn more about this exciting fundraiser that benefits three local nonprofits including Second Chance, please visit the Baltimore Beach Charity Challenge event page. 
FUN FACT
21 Miles of Molding!
As part of our recent annual inventory, we discovered that we currently stock over 110,000 feet of picture frame molding. That's nearly 21 miles worth! At just 65¢ per foot, there are all sorts of framing and repurposing ideas you could implement! You'll notice how we cut and affixed molding vertically as a top border in our new York Room (see video above), and other upcycling ideas are on our Pinterest boards. 

Staff Favorites &

SAMPLE ARRIVALS! 

(click the pic for more info)

 

A Few of Our Flooring Options! 

 

 Stunning Double Entry Doors!
Item #63767
 
From the Set of "House of Cards!"
Item #36181
  
Antique Hoosier Cabinet - Item #16731

   

A Bounty of Baskets! $1-$50 


Vintage Tropical Flair! Item #63333
(matching love seat, too)


Display Mannequins! Item #34742

If you have feedback or questions regarding our newsletters, website, social media, events, scheduling a Second Chance speaker or using our facility for your next group meeting, feel free to email Pete Theodore.