LAKEPORT, Calif. – A fresh new look, superb merchandise and credit card payment capabilities await new and returning customers at St. John’s Episcopal Church thrift shop.

The store reopened March 31 following a month’s closure for renovations, including new laminate flooring and fresh paint.

“We’re proud to offer customers a friendly and up-to-date shopping experience,” said thrift shop manager Nancy Carter, Lakeport. “We thank our dedicated volunteers who did the renovations, with special appreciation to project manager Keith Smith, Kelseyville; Susan McCarty, Upper Lake; and Sarah Scott, Lucerne.

“The renovation was made possible by a generous financial donation from our beloved parish priest Fr. Leo Joseph before his death in January,” Carter said.

“I’m really excited about the renovations,” said volunteer Naomi Cooksey, Lakeport. “I enjoy helping with our food pantry and the work we do here for the community.”

St. John’s food pantry offers emergency nonperishable food for families and single adults. The food pantry operates during store hours.

The food pantry remained open in the parish hall during construction operated by volunteers Ron and Eileen Martin, Kelseyville.

The church thrift shop is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the corner of Clearlake Avenue and North Forbes Street in Lakeport.

To volunteer at the shop, call manager Nancy Carter at 707-900-1777.