Spring Time Goodies

Spring has sprung and the Thrift Store has many goodies for sale.

- Clean, fresh, summer clothes for kids, men and women.
- Moving? Couches, chairs, desks
- GE Washer and Dryer (gas)
- Refrigerators
- Couches

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GE Washer/Dryer set. Only $75 or $45 each. Dryer is gas.

Couch1

$25 couch – clean.

Couch2

$25 couch.

Dryer1

Dryer2

Washing Machine1

Washing Machine2

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Nice, large desk. Only $25!

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Full Size refrigerators (2) – $75

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Donation Explosion – Help !!!

Oh My Goodness — We have generous donors! Our back room, shelves and floor are over flowing with donations. We need some help sorting and organizing the mountain of items donated to us these past several weeks as well as some spring cleaning…at least the calendar indicates it’s spring time. :-)

Saturday, March 4th from 9 am to 1pm. Come one. Come All.

We need help with the following areas:
- Sorting Donations
- Sweeping Floors
- Cleaning Windows
- Dusting Shelves
- Moving Boxes
- Pricing Items
- Hanging Clothes

Come on our for a few hours. Make it a family event. Lunch will be served.

It's not quite this bad...but it feels like it sometimes.  Thanks!

It’s not quite this bad…but it feels like it sometimes. Thanks!

March Madness Sale – Everything is a Buck

St Vincent de Paul March Madness SaleMarch Madness at St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store, Traverse City, MI.

Donors have blessed us with an abundance of inventory and although we have enjoyed record-breaking sales the past several months, we must make more room.

Starting Thursday, March 7th — Everything is a buck.  How long will this madness last?  We cannot say.  Come and get it.  Clothes, books, toys, sheets, blankets, towels, glasses, dishes, small electronics, furniture, etc.

** Please note that this sale does not include the Catholic Gift & Book Store housed inside the thrift store location.

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Wow – That’s Bright!

Thanks to the St. Mary of Hannah Church Youth Group for their work last Friday painting the dressing rooms at St. Vincent de Paul Traverse City.  Wow!  Excellent work kids.

Nice paint job by the kids from St. Mary of Hannah Church Youth Group.

Nice paint job by the kids from St. Mary of Hannah Church Youth Group.

St Vincent de Paul Traverse City Changing Room

Building Blessing – Open House Celebration

A big “Thank You” to Father Bill Libscomb of Traverse City for conducting the blessing of the building, volunteers, employees, donors, visitors, shoppers and “the work” of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Traverse City this past Wednesday afternoon.  84 attendees enjoyed the ceremony, shared some good food and drink, toured the operation and enjoyed good conversation with friends, old and new.

Thank you all.  It was a huge success and the prayers and physical & financial support will help continue the upward trajectory and positive impact St. Vincent de Paul has on the lives of needy families in our community.

Our prayers and thoughts continue to be with Father Tony Cureton and his mother Savannah.  Father Cureton was hurriedly called to visit her and was unable to attend today’s celebration.

Father Bill Libscomb and Kevin Endres, Spiritual Advisor at St Vincent de Paul.

Father Bill Libscomb and Kevin Endres, Spiritual Advisor at St Vincent de Paul.

svdp Calendar

The svdp calendar is available online for review.  Look ahead for special days, sales and general “happenings” at St. Vinnie’s.  Calendar is located at http://svdptc.org/news/calendar/

Below is a preview:

Job Opportunity: Cashier

CashierSt. Vincent de Paul – Traverse City has an immediate need for a Temporary Part-Time Cashier from 12-17-12 thru 4-30-12.  Wage is negotiable.

Goal or purpose of position:
Accurately process customer purchases, end of day reconciliation, preparation of bank deposits and help maintain stock of inventory with the assistance of existing volunteers.

Major responsibilities:

  • Answer customer questions and provide information
  • Bag, box or arrange for delivery/pick-up of merchandise
  • Compute and record transaction totals
  • Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change available
  • Establish or identify prices of goods, tabulate bills using calculator or cash register
  • Greet customers entering establishments
  • Issue receipts and change due to customers
  • Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas
  • Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards or vouchers
  • Sort, count, and wrap currency and coins
  • Compile and maintain basic reports and records
  • Prepare daily bank deposit slips
  • Stock shelves, and mark prices on shelves and items
  • Willingness to assist others

Required Qualifications:

  • High School graduate
  • Knowledge of basic arithmetic (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
  • Skill in handling and counting cash
  • Skill in communicating with the general public
  • Legible hand writing
  • Ability to read, write and speak the English language

Desired Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as cashier or bank teller
  • Computer skills – basic Excel

Time commitment: 24 to 30 hours/week    W, Th, Sat (9am to 5 pm) – subject to change Work location:       1207 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City
Benefits:                None
Compensation:      $9-12 / hour
Date of position:   Mid December thru April 30 (could become permanent position)

Download the Cashier – Job Position Description – Application and forward to jimcasler @ svdptc. org or deliver to 1207 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City, MI 49685 or come in to pick up and complete application.

TBA ISD Student Gets New Equipment

Felicia, local TBA ISD student, smiles as she learns that she and her school mates will get some useful equipment in their classroom on Friday.  Let’s just say she is really, really, really, really excited!