Here’s your chance to discover great new ways to optimize the space, natural assets, comfort and style of your home.
The annual Home Lifestyle Shows sponsored by the Home Builders Association of Northwest Indiana (HBA) will once again be bringing together local builders and associated industry professionals at the Porter County Expo Center in Valparaiso next Friday through Sunday, March 7-9.
This year, the all-new Kids Korner will be a welcome adventure for kids who are tired of being cooped up at home thanks to the crazy snow storms and subzero temperatures we’ve been experiencing.
“I’m really excited about Kids Korner,” HBA Executive Officer Vicky Gadd said. “We always try and add something fresh and new to the Home Lifestyle Show each year, and after the winter we’ve had, there’s no doubt parents and kids alike will enjoy the opportunity to get out and have some fun.”
Kids Korner will be open Saturday and Sunday March 8-9, and kids are invited to participate in the following activities:
• Face Painting – 11am to 3pm
• Bounce House – 11am to 4pm
• Free photo booth -11am to 4pm
• Porter County Sheriff distributing ID kits – 2 to 5pm Saturday 12 to 3pm Sunday
Also, in addition to concessions from LeRoy’s “Hot Stuff,” which will be served all three days of the Home Lifestyle show, Kids Korner treats will be available from Culvers, Sticky Fingers Candy Company and more with a very special guest – the Culvers mascot – making an appearance on Saturday.
Plus, the HBA is looking forward to hosting an inaugural Building Contest featuring LEGO® bricks on Saturday, March 8.
Children in two age categories – ages 5 to 8 and 9 to 12 – are invited to participate. With just twenty spots open in each age category, Gadd recommends registering early using the online registration form at hbanwi.net or by contacting the HBA office at 888.812.9099 or hbanwioffice@hbanwi.com.
“Judges will score each child’s house based on five criteria: design, details, colors, landscaping and appeal,” she said. “We will give away first, second and third place prizes to the winners in each age group, and each child will receive a certificate and participation prize. We are very excited about sponsoring this fun event for children.”
Of course there will also be plenty of complete solutions for any challenges you’re experiencing with your home.
“The Home and Lifestyle Show has been in existence for 30-plus years now,” Angie Panayi, Home Lifestyle Show committee chair and an HBA associate member with Anton Insurance Agency, said. “It’s all about showcasing our vendors. People can walk through and meet good, hard-working people who are committed to what they do. For the most part, they’ve been members of our Association for a very long time, and everyone is insured and bonded.”
Join them for expert advice, fresh ideas and sensible solutions to all your home improvement, remodeling and home purchasing needs.
“As a more traditional builder show, our focus in on the exchange of ideas,” Gadd explained. “It’s about inspiring people to enjoy their homes. What’s really great about the Home Lifestyle Show is the fact that you’ll be primarily talking to small business owners, the people who in most cases are doing the work. Not only are they experts in their fields, they keep up with new ideas and will be displaying the latest trends. It’s all here, under one roof.”
From kitchens and baths to floors and doors and patios and garages, the Home Lifestyle Show features all the products and expert advice you need to make your home more safe, comfortable, energy-efficient and down right gorgeous.
You can explore the latest trends in entertainment systems, sunrooms, heating and cooling, home security and window treatments. Get tips from the experts on tackling home maintenance issues, greening up that lawn, exterminating pests and enjoying the great outdoors this spring.
“Come out and explore all types of home and lifestyle improvement,” Panayi added. “Along with the great displays, our talented vendors look forward to advising people so they will be re-inspired to do great things for their home.”
Look for a complete schedule of events, including details on what’s cooking when during the popular cooking demonstrations, at hbanwi.com.
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