Interested in adding a little style and charm to your yard? Belgard Hardscapes may be just the thing you’re looking for. With a variety of styles and colors to choose from, you’ll have no problem finding just the right product for your project.

Visit the huge Belgard trailer display to see the latest Belgard hardscape products for your yard and landscape. Tour Belgard’s mobile showroom, packed full of ideas for your outdoor living space. The trailer features a wide variety of Belgard products, including an outdoor kitchen, waterfall, fireplace and a wood fired brick oven, all on top of a floor that’s been finished with some of Belgard’s most popular pavers.

These days, more people are making the choice to stay and improve their current home versus purchasing a new one. Because of that, they are looking for new and interesting ways to utilize their space. Many of these people have taken to the outdoors, adding paver driveways and walkways, but one of the more popular trends in the home improvement industry is the outdoor living space.

Your patio can be much more than just a concrete slab and should be thought of as another room attached to your home. Your patio is a place that you share moments with your family and entertain guests. Why not invest in making it an extension of your home? With a good contractor and a little bit of creativity, it’s easy to turn that boring concrete slab into a beautiful outdoor room.

Belgard specializes in making products to transform your back patio into a new living room, dining room, or even a kitchen. They also offer a list of Belgard Authorized Contractors. Authorized Contractors provide installation services following ICPI standards and are approved by Belgard through a rigorous screening process. With products ranging from pavers and retaining walls to wood fired brick ovens and fireplaces, Belgard has everything you need to create the outdoor living space you’ve been dreaming of and can help you find the contractor to do it.

Register to Win an Outdoor Fireplace Worth More than $7,000.

Search the show for the latest landscaping materials and ideas, and you might find a treasure! Show visitors can participate in the Belgard Treasure Hunt and register to win an outdoor fireplace. Go to Belgard Hardscapes, Booth 503, to receive a map showing the landscapes in the show that feature Belgard hardscape materials. Visit these booths and find the “treasure” located in each one. Return the map to Belgard’s booth, vote for your favorite landscape and you will be entered to win an outdoor fireplace. Some restrictions apply.

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Catering to cats and dogs could put you out of house and home. Or not. If you don’t have thousands to spend or unlimited space, consider these relatively low-cost pet treats:

Jeld-Wen has a vinyl sliding patio door ($900) with an integrated panel (additonal $450) for medium, large and extra large pets (see pet size and weight chart recommendations at www.JELD-WEN.com). A magnetic pull prevents the clear flap from being blown open by strong winds.

Max Marvin of Portland was inspired by his dog’s down moods in the gray days of winter to shine a light on pets suffering from seasonal affective disorder. He came up with Pawsitive Lighting Sol Box ($129.99, www.pawsitivelighting.com)‎, a free-standing, portable light that emits 10,000 lux of full spectrum white light, equivalent to a sunny day.

Dogs who chow down too quickly at the expense of their gut can go on a slow-speed food hunt with Slo-Bowl ($25, www.slo-bowls.com), a plastic feeder with a maze of ridges and valleys. A non-slip rubber base holds the in bowls – available in purple, orange, gray and other colors – in place, even during exuberant eating. The bowls hold up to 2 cups of dry dog food and are safe to clean in the top rack of the dishwasher.

Larry and Claudia Clark of Tualatin-based Critter Beds (503-625-5844, critterbeds.com) make plush dog beds and loungers from American-made washable, reversible fabric. The covers have Berber lining and Thermo-bonded batting. The beds come in a range of prints, sizes, shapes and start at $33.

Gone Doggin has 80 breeds depicted in tiles ($25, www.gonedoggin.com) and Susan Osher’s customers install them in kitchen back splashs, bathrooms or use them as trivets. “Dog people are a little crazy,” she says. “They come up with all kinds of ideas.”

Matt Warford (503-253-8035, www.bigdogart.com) creates frameable, original oil paintings on canvas (starting at $475) that bring out the character and personality of his subjects: from tiny pugs to frisky golden retrievers. He works from photos or personal meetings, treating the work as he would a human portrait, still life or landscape.

When cats and dogs shed, clothing, furniture and car interiors get shaggy. The new Rowenta Ultrasteam Steambrush ($40, at discount and department stores) has a fabric brush, lint pad and travel brush for removing threads, hair and pet fur.

Sure Fit‘s waterproof pet covers for sofas, loveseats, chairs, beds or car seats come in styles to match your decor or your dog’s pedigree, from Ballad Bouquet to Bright Suede. The wrinkle-resistant covers ($49.99) and mats are also being used in homes with sticky-fingered toddlers and in dorm rooms with drink-spilling coeds. Coordinating pieces include dining room chair covers, furniture throws and pillows.

Cats who love to play in plain old boxes can move up to stylishly modern Catty Stacks condos ($14.99, www.cattystacks.com), stackable modules with round holes for a 20-pound cat or smaller to crawl into and peek out of. The boxes are made of recycled, industrial-strength, corrugated Ultraboard and colorized with vegetable-based ink.

Lakeside Products has MagnaBox whelping boxes (starting at $320, www.lakesideproducts.com) made of kitchen cutting board-grade plastic that will not rust, stain or discolor. Nook and slot connectors make it easy to disassemble and clean these cribs, and rails are self supporting so there are no legs to trap puppies. A playpen can be attached to the front to double the running around area.

Organic and gluten-free dog treats can be homemade with the Bake A Bone The Original Electric Dog Treat Maker ($39.99, www.kohls.com). Nonstick stainless steel plates can make four bones at a time. A cookbook with 30 organic and gluten-free recipes is include.

Cats can take their rightful watchful position with this leopard-print window perch with bolster by KH Pet ($54.99, www.kohls.com). The soft orthopedic foam and micro fleece cover is removable for machine washing.

Sharpen your kitties’ natural predatory behaviors or just tease and please them with Pioneer Pet SmartCat Peek-A-Prize Toy Box ($29.99, www.kohls.com). Partially hide toys or treats in the wooden box and then watch cats fish them out.

— Janet Eastman

MOREHEAD CITY — Ralph and Sandy Harris of Hubert were looking late Saturday morning for ideas to create a living space at their home during the 26^th annual Coastal Home Garden Show in the Crystal Coast Civic Center.

The couple had just spoken to Gerardo Rodriguez of Pullman’s Landscape Associates Inc., based in Atlantic Beach.

Ms. Harris said they were at the show because they wanted to learn more about grass for their lawn as well as having a deck installed at their home and were talking to Mr. Rodriguez about getting an estimate.

The landscaping company was one of the 74 vendors set up inside the civic center and outside on the patio at the show that continues from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today. 

Admission to the show is $3, and tickets can be purchased at the door.

Concessions will also be available with a variety of heart-healthy selections.

Ms. Harris explained that when they moved into their house four years ago, their yard was a blank slate.

“It’s been wonderful to get different ideas for our home,” she said about the show. 

“The displays are great. You get to see and touch things you usually only see on television,” she said.

As the couple moved to the next row of vendors, Mr. Rodriguez had a lull in visitors at his booth.

Mr. Rodriguez was standing by his booth where an outdoor fireplace and different types of pavers were on display.

This is his fourth year attending the home and garden show, he said, mentioning that last year he won the 2013 Best Booth in Show award.

“I hope to get it this year, too,” he said.

Mr. Rodriguez said he continues to participate in the event because people show an interest in his business.

One trend he noticed so far was many people were asking about outdoor living spaces.

“They’re looking for patios, pavers and retaining walls,” he expounded.

While many visitors were learning about ways to improve their homes from area vendors, one vendor was teaching about ways to improve the body: Acupuncture Point of Morehead City.

As Dr. Stephanie Kaplan was speaking to a potential client, her assistant Christine Britten paused to explain why they chose to be part of the show.

“Our goal is to treat the community without medicine or surgery. We want to educate the public so they can educate each other,” she said. 

Gina Clark, general manager of the Crystal Coast Civic Center, was at the entrance of the show answering questions.

“So far, we’re doing great,” she said. “We’ve had a steady flow and the weather is perfect for us.”

Ms. Clark added the vendors seem pleased with the show, as well.

She mentioned that this year, there were some new vendors offering tools and outdoor furniture and some, but not all, of the vendors are giving away prizes.

“Be sure to visit each booth because you don’t want to miss out,” she said. “We have some really good displays inside.”

Though generally slow on Sunday, Ms. Clark expects that day’s turnout to be fantastic, as well.

“We probably had around 3,500 between the two days last year and we are hoping for 5,000 this year,” she said.

One observation she made about the attendees Saturday is the influx of different types of families.

“I’ve seen a good mixture of age groups from young couples to retirees,” she explained.

For more information on the Crystal Coast Civic Center or the annual home and garden show, please visit www.crystalcoastcivicctr.com.  

Contact Jennifer Allen at 252-726-7081, ext. 228; email jenn@thenewstimes.com; or follow on Twitter @JennAllenCCNT.

People looking forward to spring to remodel their home or just get ideas for renovation projects flocked to the 42nd Annual Z92.5 Home Show at the Ivy Tech Kokomo Event Conference Center Saturday.

“It’s been very good,” said Russ Dodge, general/regional sales manager for Z92.5, of the turnout.

“We’ve been blessed it’s in front of the storm,” he said of a predicted snow storm expected to hit Kokomo early this morning.

About 50 vendors were on hand to help people remodel their kitchens and bathrooms, build additions, decks and patios, or meet with those interested in hot tubs, landscaping, furniture, pest control, insulation, water treatment and electrical issues.

There may not have been a lot of buyers in the place, but there were plenty of potential leads for businesses.

“I’ve had some decent conversations,” Kevin Lanning of Lanning Homes said of potential buyers.

“We started out just building [homes] and now we’re doing more remodeling.”

Over at the JML Electric booth, owner Jeff Larson tried to draw in some customers by giving out free gifts.

Prizes included electrical tape, light bulbs, flashlights for anyone who could roll a double with a pair of dice. In addition, every 30 seconds someone won a free smoke detector by simply signing up.

“I like to give out the smoke detectors because of the dangers of electrical fires,” said Larson

Dave Sedam brought out his 3-year-old grandson to check out the tractors on display.

“We just come to look around,” said Sedam. “We come every year.”

Paul Wyman said he has been coming out the home shows for 20 years – 13 with the Wyman Group – and feels it’s a perfect place to make new acquaintances and promote his business.

“We’re giving away at Cracker Barrel rocking chair and every half hour we’re giving away $200 worth of prizes,” he said. “It’s just a great opportunity to meet a lot of nice people and share our services.”

“We’ve had about 20 people that we had conversations with earlier but it’s starting to slow down,” said Dave Smith who was manning the Sheriff Goslin Roofing out of Marion booth.

Smith regularly attends home shows not only to meet potential customers, but he said it’s better than being on a roof working.

“I’ve had a lot of experience dealing with home shows. I like the atmosphere.”

Hello, and welcome to Dateline Disney World! This week, we’re talking about some major changes coming to the Hub at the Magic Kingdom, as well as the typical round of news. Let’s go!

Welcome to the Magic Kingdom!

Sidewalk work is still happening on Main Street, as well as exterior work near the Confectionary.

Casey’s Corner is open again, but some bad news came along with it.

Disney expanded the seating options for the restaurant, but it was at the expense of the awesome baseball themed bleachers as well as the screen that used to play old baseball themed cartoons.

There are two large hooks on that big wall, so hopefully a new screen will go up. If not, it is a big loss of one of the charming little details in the park.

Next up, there have been some confirmed huge changes coming to the central Hub of the park (the circular park in front of the castle which plays host to the Walt and Mickey (Partners) statue. There will now be two central ‘rings’ to the Hub, which will make for better guest flow, and to allow Disney to get FP+ viewing locations for parades and fireworks out of the way of normal traffic. Some of this work has started already with the clearing of some trees and handrails over near the Crystal Palace.

I’m really glad this fountain is still there, though.

The new Hub will also have lots of ways to get in and out, and will apparently include some nice topiaries, sculpted plants, and water features, very similar to that of Tokyo Disneyland and Disneyland Paris.

They have drained out the moat already, and many ‘boxes’ are scattered through the Hub in preparation for this project, which Disney says will be completed by 2015.

Judging by the concept art video and the ideas behind this, I am cautiously optimistic. It will be quite nice to get rid of the crazy bottlenecking in this area, and I feel like the new landscaping will probably be very well done, especially considering this is the central focal point of the park.

Work still continues near Liberty Square.

Lots of trees have been in bloom lately, it’s a lovely time to be in the park.

Walls up at Village Haus.

Old FastPass signage still covered by black tarps. I’d love to see these just get modified or taken down already.

Lots of artificial grass and flowers are being installed on the top of the Mine Train right now. It really makes a big difference in the landscape.

The track has had some scuffing and scratching from the trains. There are already some sections of track which have been (or are being) repainted.

King Triton has popped up near the Mermaid DVC kiosk this week.

Lots of mulch.

The crane behind Cinderella Castle has been around for weeks now.

Lots of Main Street Vehicles were running this week, which I love to see.

That does it for this week! What do you all think of the changes coming to the Hub? Like the way the Mine Train is starting to look? Let us know in the comments!!

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No doubt low taxes and smaller government will be a popular theme. After all, ahem, it’s working so well. Bashing the other guy’s ideology also surely will be a popular tactic — although I’m not sure how much ideology is required to make our streets safe, our roads smooth and our schools racing to the top rather than the bottom. But so it goes.

So while our political hopefuls search for the magical formula that will deliver them to seats of power — or, a cynic might suggest, an easy gig with good pay and benefits — might I offer some free political counsel that is hardly new but is guaranteed to get attention and probably votes.

Be for something!

That’s right, offer up some ideas, yeah ideas, about how to make our community and state better places. There is plenty to be done, so pick one or two initiatives and make them part of your platform. Remember platforms? They were political positions, made up of “planks,” that is, a series of ideas, upon which candidates stood for election before we devolved into the empty but amazingly effective no taxes and less government strategy.

Need some ideas? I’m glad you asked, albeit they come from an old country newspaper editor and habitual voter and not some Tallahassee political guru.

Beautify the gateways to Ocala/Marion County. Let’s be honest, our I-75 interchanges are hideous conglomerations of concrete, plastic and florescent lights. Imagine what some flowers, landscaping and attractive welcome signs would do.

Support a civic center where concerts and graduations and trade shows can be held. Something that’ll hold 5,000 to 6,000 people. We are a bona fide metropolitan area with no place to hold metro-size events and gatherings.

Come up with a funding plan to keep our roads and streets paved. The county alone is falling behind about $10 million a year on such work, and the cost of rebuilding roads instead of simply resurfacing them is seven to 10 times greater.

Do something about the amassing litter. Our roadsides are filthy with trash. While you’re at it, embrace the preservation and promotion of our incredibly scenic roads. They can attract tourists and tourist dollars if we will let them.

Make education and job creation an objective of everything government does, whether at the city, county or state level. Quit ignoring what’s going on in our schools. Enough said.

Water. Ocala/Marion County is ground zero in the ongoing Florida water war and Silver Springs the bull’s-eye, and our leaders at every level should be leading the charge to protect what water we have left.

There is plenty more that needs to be done. But if candidates want to capture our votes, maybe they should try offering ideas. Be for something — for a change.

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.

Posted: Friday, February 28, 2014 10:15 am

Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour announces 2014 homes

The Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour has announced the eight homes that will be featured for the 2014 Tour. On Columbus Day weekend, Oct. 10-12, visitors may tour these beautiful lakeside residences, which range from a comfy cottage to a 9,000-square-foot stately home. Five of the homes are located in Franklin County, and three are in Bedford County.

“We are pleased to be able to announce the homes that will be on the 2014 Tour so early in the year,” said Denise Tuttle, executive chair of the SML Charity Home Tour. “We are especially grateful to the eight homeowners, who so generously will open their homes for three days this fall to benefit local charities.”

The SML Charity Home Tour is the only tour in the nation that visitors can access by car or by boat. Six of this year’s homes are located on the Roanoke River channel, and two are on the Blackwater River channel.

Homes on the Roanoke River (and channel marker numbers):

• Keith Brownell and Jennifer Shaw, Isle of Pines, Moneta (R-20)
• Charles Diederich, Mountain View Shores, Huddleston (near W-1 on Witcher Creek)
• Patrick J. and Donna A. Massa, Montego Bay, off-water, Moneta (near R-15)
• Jeff and Diane Munn, off Lakewood Forest Rd., Moneta (R-27)
• George and Michele Moonan, Winding Waters near Park Place, Moneta (R-23)
• Paul and Nancy Van Dyke, near Smith Mountain Lake airport, Moneta (R-20)

Homes on the Blackwater River:

• Mark and Jacqueline Oliver, The Oaks near Boxwood Green, Wirtz (B-26)
• Bob and Pat Wetherel, Contentment Island, Union Hall (B-11)

“This year’s tour showcases large and small homes, brand new and remodeled homes,” said Kay Allen, the tour’s home selection chair. “We’re excited to offer tour visitors many great ideas for decorating and landscaping, as well as a look at lake-living lifestyles.”

The local charities that will benefit from 2014 Home Tour are Agape, Bedford Pregnancy Center, CASA of Central Virginia, Feeding America Southwest Virginia, Free Clinic of Franklin County, Lake Christian Ministries, SML Good Neighbors and STEP, Inc. (Support to Eliminate Poverty).

Each of the eight participating charities provides volunteers to help administer the tour and receives a share of the proceeds, which come from sponsorships, as well as ticket sales. Participating charitable organizations qualify by delivering services to people in need in the Smith Mountain Lake area. In its 24-year history, the tour has provided more than $3.7 million to local charity operations.

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Turning your home into the dream home you have always wanted doesn’t have to be a complicated or expensive process.

The first step in making this dream come true might be attending the Madison Area Builders Association’s Dream Home Showcase (formerly the Home Products Show) at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison on Feb. 28-March 2.

This event gives attendees the opportunity to draw on the collective expertise of hundreds of seasoned building professionals. With a stronger economy, and consumer confidence growing, more people are making the decision to invest in their existing homes. Visitors to the Dream Home Showcase will learn about the latest trends, products and services in the home-building industry from more than 150 exhibitors. The showcase is also the perfect place to compare solutions and products and find the best value for your construction budget.

Waunakee exhibitors include Andersen Windows, Classic Custom Homes of Waunakee, Hellenbrand, Premier Builders, Simon Builders, Stagecoach Plumbing, The Groutsmith and Waunakee Remodeling.

“You can see more in a few hours than you could see in several days of traveling to independent showrooms,” added Bill Evers, sales representative for Andersen Windows.

The Latest Trends

Building and remodeling trends are constantly changing. Demand for sustainable design and building, and products made from recycled materials, continues to be strong. As baby boomers downsize into smaller homes/condos, creative storage and organization solutions have never been in higher demand.

Advanced technology is driving many of the new products on display during the show. Smart-home technology is increasingly popular for controlling lighting, stereo systems, TVs, garage doors, thermostats and security systems.

According to Nicole Hartmann, job operations manager at Classic Custom Homes of Waunakee, customers have increased interest in livability and originality, combined energy savings.

“We are a custom-home builder, so we’ve always been focused on singular customer design needs,” said Hartmann. “Now, however, with Pinterest and Houzz, there are a lot more creative solutions and ideas that people bring to us, such as hidden rooms, appliance houses in the kitchen and bookshelf doors.”

“Sun tunnels” are also becoming more popular as a free-energy light source. 

“They are a great way to get natural light in normally dark areas, such as bathrooms or closets, and are easy to install,” added Hartmann.

Seminars and Stage Presentations

How-to seminars going on throughout the showcase include how to select a builder, refacing or replacing cabinets, fireplace design, bath and kitchen remodels, metal roofing, color trends, energy efficiency, outdoor lighting, building a dream floor, innovative use of interior space and creative outdoor landscaping.

For Evers, the best part of the showcase is meeting new people and helping them find solutions for their specific projects. 

“It is fun to interact with customers and learn about their unique projects,” he said. “Providing them with the information they need to make an educated choice is our goal.”

This year’s Dream Home Showcase non-profit partner is the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation, which will receive a portion of the ticket sales. Throughout the show the foundation will conduct free health screenings, raffle off a wine refrigerator, and host coloring contests for children. Other highlights for kids include a Home Depot building project and activities about fire prevention and safety at the Fire Safety House.

For more information about exhibitors, seminar schedules and maps and directions, visit www.maba.org/dream-home-showcase.

The official start of spring may be three weeks away, but homeowners can get in the mood at the fifth annual Stillwater Home and Garden Show this Saturday, March 1, at Rutherford Elementary School from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
More than 70 local landscapers and home improvement experts will be on hand to inspire homeowners with exciting project ideas and assist with quality installation at reasonable prices. Admission is free with a nonperishable food donation to Valley Outreach or $3 at the door.
This year’s show includes 23 new exhibitors and three presentations that will help do-it-yourselfers get the most out of their landscaping and remodeling projects. Kitchens of Stillwater’s “Avoiding Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Mistakes” will save homeowners time and money; Vickie Kaiser Designs’ “Easy Ways to Freshen up your Home for Spring” will provide simple ideas to give any home a new look; and St. Croix Valley Landscaping will inspire homeowners with new spring and summer landscaping ideas.
This year Acapulco Restaurant, Dunn Bros. Coffee and Squeeze It will provide food and refreshments throughout the day. KLBB will be broadcasting live from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Stillwater Gazette is a sponsor of the Stillwater Home and Garden Show. It is produced by The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce.
Rutherford Elementary is at 115 Rutherford Road, Stillwater.
For more information visit stillwaterhomeshow.com or contact Dolly Parker at dolly@greaterstillwaterchamber.com.