Saturday, October 4th, 2008
Every Saturday before Thanksgiving, Big Sisters Association of Huronia and our event partners invite you on a self-guided tour of a selection of 5-6 homes in the beautiful Simcoe region that possess a unique charm - each hand-picked by our Chairperson, Cindy McQuirter-Fairley. These homes may be large, small, heritage or new, or simply spectacular in design. Whatever the case, the line-up is sure to be elegant and uniquely decorated – you’re in for a treat!
To particpate in the tour, purchase a Limited Edition Guidebook at the Big Sisters office or at a participating outlet (see list below). Simply follow the map provided and show your book at each home you choose to view. The cost is $30 and includes a light catered lunch served at the North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Center. Each Limited Edition Guidebook features artist renderings and write-ups about each home.
The Showcase of Homes Tour is the signature annual fundraiser supporting Big Sisters Association of Huronia. This highly popular event helps to cover the costs of our child and youth mentoring programs for our Little Sisters. Our agencies do not receive government funding - our range of mentoring services are funded primarily by individual and corporate donations and sponsorships, gaming, grants, fundraisers, and a whole lot of community spirit!
Our goal is to serve more children: to ensure that every child in North Simcoe / Huronia who needs a mentor has a mentor. Through mentoring, we create friendships that lead to increased self-esteem, behavioral and social improvements, higher educational achievements, new skill sets, and ultimately, broadened horizons. Whether it be recreational, educational, or cultural activities, attending camps, or just having a “feel good” craft day... all children deserve to feel special - and with your help, this will happen.
Date | Saturday, October 4th, 2008 (9:30 am - 4:30 pm) |
Cost | $30 / Limited Edition Guidebook |
Includes | Luxurious self-guided tour, light catered lunch at North Simcoe Rec. Center, Limited Edition Guidebook |
Ticket Outlets* | Your Limited Edition Guidebook can be purchased at the following locations: The Daily Perk ~ 292 Kind Street, Midland
The Library Restaurant ~ 526 Hugel Ave., Midland
Big Sisters of Huronia ~ 67 Fourth St., Midland
Bake 'n' Bits ~ 2 Poyntz St., Penetanguishene Tickets can also be purchased at all local Real Estate Agencies. *Tickets will go on sale at above locations on September 7th. |
We hope to see you at this year’s 11th Annual Showcase of Homes Tour! Come see what all the fuss is about! For more information, please call our office at 705-526-5051.
One-of-a kind Advertising Opportunity!
Each year, over 600 Limited Edition Guidebooks are sold to Home Tour enthusiasts. Unlike traditional forms of advertising, this highly sought-after booklet is a keepsake that stays in readers homes for years...
Don't miss this opportunity! Call our office today
705-526-5051. Download our rate card.
SPECIAL THANKS TO THE MANY LOCAL SUPPORTERS THAT MAKE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE:
- Especially each home owner who kindly open up their homes to us for this important event!
- The Showcase of Homes Tour Committee (Cindy McQuirter-Fairley, Karen Rutherford, Shawn Ward, Susan Vailancourt)
- The many Real Estate agents that give of their time
- Alyx Kloeg for creating the guidebook and promotional material
- To the Florists who decorate the homes with superb floral arrangements
- Gillienne Smith for her enduring support
- Each ticket merchant: The Daily Perk, Bake & Bits, The Library Restaurant, local Real Estate offices
- All agency volunteers
- Midland Honda
- To our valued advertisers
Corporate Sponsor GENERAL MILLS
Media Sponsor The Free Press
FLORISTS & CONTRIBUTORS
- Arbour's Flower Shoppe
- Pam Harrison-Peets
- Perrin's Flowers
- The Ivy Basket
- Wye Knot Flowers by Julie
- Big Brothers of North Simcoe
- Kneading Massage
- The Library Restaurant
- Tripp's Paint & Living Lighting
- Wal-Mart