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July, 2019 Newsletter
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Lifting up communities through reuse
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Join us at the warehouse on July 5th for a rockin’ weekend event!
On the first Friday of May through September, we stay open late and bring you live music, local art, funky food trucks, a mystery sale, and a pop-up bar. This is the real “Forklift After Dark” experience!
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Featuring:
Janine is back again this year with music that will speak to fans of rock, alt country and all sounds that resonate within the fabric of classic American music. Her creds include being honored with 10 Washington Area Music Awards (Wammies)!
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This food truck has a mission of “People, Product and Process with a Purpose”. Whether you’re a carnivore or herbivore, they’ll have something delicious for you! Come on out and see what the fuss is about!
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Town Center Market is back for their fourth year in a row, serving up craft beers and wines at their signature Pop-Up Bar!
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Local Artist Market:
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While you enjoy the live music and funky atmosphere, peruse our Artist Market where you’ll find: Caitlin Adams of Slippery Crockery who uses reclaimed wooden finds for her paintings; Marghi Barnes of Divine Planet specializing in image jewelry made from recycled wood, resin, and glitter; Andrew Francis Pottery, quirky, unique, functional ware made to be used; Marcie Wolf-Hubbard with her captivating encaustic (wax) paintings and sculptures.
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Family Fun:
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Kids will have a blast dancing and exploring. Plus, make sure to stop at Rachel Israel’s Signs Wonders and Gifts table for FREE fabulous face painting and prepare to be amazed by strolling magician, Matt Neufeld! |
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Need a little mystery in your life?
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For 2 hours only, we’ll be running a mystery sale here in the warehouse! Be on the lookout for our big announcement only a couple of hours before the event starts
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Forklift First Friday
When: Friday, July 5 | 6-8pm
Where: Community Forklift
4671 Tanglewood Drive, Edmonston Maryland 20781
Who: YOU! And your friends, family, kids, neighbors, coworkers, and (friendly, leashed) pets.
How Much: Free to attend—But you can support your local artists and businesses by purchasing their wares and tipping the band.
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Community Forklift CEO, Nancy Meyer, Honored with Prince George’s Sierra Club’s Environmental Service Award
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Community Forklift is proud to announce that our CEO, Nancy J. Meyer, has been honored with the 2019 Walter “Mike” Maloney Environmental Service Award by the Prince George’s Sierra Club.
“This award honors Nancy J. Meyer’s outstanding leadership in putting Community Forklift on a positive and sustainable trajectory — to promote reuse, reduce waste, and conserve resources; create green jobs; and build the community in Prince George’s County,” said Martha Ainsworth, Chair of the Prince George’s Sierra Club Group.
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Shop In-Store or Online
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Clockwise from left: Antique Nelson Vertical Cutter wrapping paper dispenser (in-store); 1930’s rare wooden ‘Sporty Flyer’ wagon (inquire); vintage whicker picnic basket (in-store); quality mid-century uphulstered couch (in-store); Record #7 22″ plane in original box with paperwork (eBay); 1949 Royal Quiet Deluxe typewriter with paperwork and case (ebay); antique wall-mount locking oak display cabinet (in-store).
*The cool stuff goes quickly – items pictured may no longer be available.
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July Sale
MODERN & VINTAGE LIGHTING
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Take 40% off the marked price on hundreds of lights, from modern fixtures to antique chandeliers. Sale includes glass shades and globes, overhead lights, flush-mounted lights, wall sconces, outdoor lighting, fluorescent fixtures, and lamps from every era.
*Sale does not include ceiling fans, or electrical supplies.
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DONATE
We take donations of building materials, but did you know we also take…?
| ✓ Fine art: paintings, prints and drawings |
| ✓ Antique & vintage jewelry & watches |
| ✓ Area rugs and carpets |
| ✓ Sterling silver serving & table settings |
| ✓ Vintage furniture |
| ✓ Any type of vehicle! Learn More. |
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Forklift First Fridays
July 5, August 2,
and September 6
6 – 8 pm
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Wheaton Arts Parade
FREE ART WORKSHOPS
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Green Job Opening
Program Manager
Deadline: July 10, 2019
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COMMUNITY FORKLIFT
301-985-5180 | www.CommunityForklift.org
4671 Tanglewood Drive, Edmonston, MD 20781
(5 minutes from DC, near Hyattsville)
Open 7 days a week, from 9am – 7pm FOLLOW THE FORKLIFT
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