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Fall Home & Holiday Show SUNNYVIEW EXPO CENTER Fall Home Improvement Exhibits • Prizes Holiday Décor Vendors • Halloween Fun!
FRI., OCT. 21 | 3pm-8pm SAT., OCT. 22 | 10am-4pm SUN., OCT. 23 | 10am-4pm
3 Great Days | 2 Great Events!
ADMISSION: $5 Adults, Kids Free with Adults
Includes admission to both events
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WINNEBAGO HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION | OCTOBER 2011
Fall Tour of Homes and Fall Home & Holiday Show Winnebago Home Builders Association (WHBA) is hosting two events the weekend of October 21-23. Both events will be open Friday from 3-8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eric Hoffmann, President of WHBA
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he 2011 FALL TOUR OF HOMES of Oshkosh presents eight exciting new homes, condos and custom remodels with crisp new lines, dramatic colors, plus total comfort to enjoy in every season. Whether you are considering buying, building or remodeling, fresh ideas abound in these unique Fall Tour homes displaying the craftsmanship of WHBA building professionals. Autumn is the perfect time to check out subdivisions to ďŹ nd the perfect lot for your new home. Low interest rates and affordability make now the best time to own or improve your home. WHBA’s second event next weekend — the all new FALL HOME & HOLIDAY SHOW at Sunnyview Expo
Center is also open Friday from 3-8 p.m. plus Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Home improvement
ONE WEEKEND TWO FUN EVENTS! Friday, October 21 • 3 - 8 p.m. Saturday, October 22 • 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, October 23 • 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
professionals will help check off your fall “to doâ€? list. A Holiday Preview area sponsored by CitizensFirst Credit Union is open Friday and Saturday to kick off holiday shopping and decorating with workshops both days. Local 4-H kids will provide games and concessions for affordable Halloween fun for the whole family all three days! See page 10 or visit www.whba.net for more details! Tickets are $5 for Adults, children are FREE with adults, and admission is good for both events. Tickets may be purchased at the WHBA ofďŹ ce, 4041 State Road 91; all CitizensFirst branch locations in Oshkosh; and during the events at each home in the FALL TOUR OF HOMES and at FALL HOME & HOLIDAY SHOW at Sunnyview Expo Center. See the map included in this special section to plan your personal tour for the Fall Tour of Homes. Visit www.whba.net or call 920-2352962 for more details. Whatever your weekend plans, make time to enjoy the 2011 FALL TOUR OF HOMES and exciting new event – the FALL HOME & HOLIDAY SHOW at Sunnyview Expo Center October 21, 23 and 23. Three days to enjoy two great events — with one affordable ticket!
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Prairie Stone Homes Eric Hoffmann | 920.858.7567
What makes it a dream house?
795 Whispering Way, Omro
It’s knowing the kids will always have a place called “the house they grew up in.” To find your way home, find your way here. Whether you’re buying your first home, a new home or simply creating a more inviting space in the one you’re already in, let us help. Come to AnchorBank for a mortgage, home equity loan or line of credit. Because rates are still low and our customer satisfaction is high. TeleBranch™ 1-800-25 ANCHOR (252-6246), option # 2 WebBranch™ anchorbank.com facebook.com/anchorbankfsb
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At-grade, zero-barrier entry from garage Transient boat slip and 10 acre common area High quality finishes at affordable price Large lot with city amenities in a country setting Ready for expansion in full basement
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Classic Homes By Kuba
$39,900
Jim Kubasta | teamkuba.com | 920.426.8600
· Spec Homes Now Available-Call for progress updates! · Possible Seller Financing
1955 Justin Drive, Omro
· Just Minutes from Hwy 41 · Home and Lot Packages Available
920-230-8880 www.oshkoshrealty.com WI-5001391314
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1475 sq. ft. / 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
Frigidaire Samsung G.E. HotPoint G.E. ProFile Speed Queen
Features • 1475 sq. ft. of pure affordable fun • Split bedrooms • Bamboo hardwood floors • Set up for 800 sq. ft. of future rooms • Open concept • Another awesome plan by Kuba
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Gallery Homes, LLC
Chet Wesenberg Architect LLC
James Mathusek | galleryhomes.com | 920.379.1621 621
Chet Wesenberg | cwarchitect.net | 920.230.4900
1515 McIntosh Lane, Oshkosh
1400 Brooks Lane, Oshkosh
2400 sq. ft. / 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms / Sunroom
550 sq. ft. Addition
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• This home proves why Gallery Homes rocks the house! • Tour this fantastic home built for under $100/sq. ft. • Features our signature master carpentry and exquisite mission design • Gourmet kitchen, granite, rich maple cabinetry, tile floors, custom hutch • Men! See the garage you will never want to leave?
• A new gathering space for family and friends • Custom work from wall to wall and floor to ceiling • Built-in entertainment center for movies and games • Custom cabinet wet bar for entertaining • Come visit and see what we could do for you!
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Fall Tour of Homes FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21 | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22 | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23
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Prairie Stone Homes 795 Whispering Way, Omro Directions: Hwy 21 west to Omro; take Hwy 116 north to right on Whispering Way.
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Classic Homes by Kuba 1955 Justin Drive, Omro Directions: Hwy 21 west to Omro; north on Brooke Drive; left on Justin Drive.
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Gallery Homes, LLC 1515 McIntosh Court, Oshkosh Directions: Hwy 21 west; north on Leonard Pt.; left on Duchess Lane; right on McIntosh Ct.
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Chet Wesenberg Architect, LLC 1400 Brooks Lane, Oshkosh Directions: West on Hwy 21; Right on Old Omro Road; Right on Brooks Lane.
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Midwest Real Estate, Inc. 250 Wyldewood Avenue, Oshkosh Directions: West on Witzel Ave.; right on Wyldewood Ave.
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Curtiss Homes 563 Oak Street, Oshkosh Directions: North on Main St.; east on Merritt Ave.; left on Oak Street.
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PortSide Builders Inc. 1558 Whitetail Drive, Neenah Directions: North on Hwy 76; east on County G; left on Pendleton; right on Whitetail Drive. Longworth Builders, LLC 5979 Valentine Drive, Winneconne Directions: North on Hwy 76; west on County GG; left (south) on Harbour Drive; right on Highpoint; left on Valentine Dr.
FRIDAY 3PM-8PM | SATURDAY 10AM-4PM SUNDAY 10AM-4PM | visit whba.net for more details
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WHBA new event — Fall Home & Holiday Show WHBA’s all new FALL HOME & HOLIDAY SHOW will be held October 21-23 at Sunnyview Expo Center. Hours are Friday from 3-8 p.m. plus Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Offering home improvement, holiday décor and Halloween fun, this event offers something for everyone!
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ome improvement professionals will help complete your fall “to do” list. Check out new options to heat your home or new windows – both can conserve energy, increase your comfort and property value while keeping money in your wallet! On stage at 7:00 p.m. on Friday night, Lowe’s will present a workshop…”Getting Your Home Ready for Winter.” All Show attendees will receive a handy checklist for fall maintenance – a great place for homeowners to record your home data and contacts compliments of WHBA and Lowe’s. Bring your gal pals to the new Holiday Preview Area open Friday and Saturday with holiday décor vendors to kick off holiday shopping and decorating at the FALL HOME & HOLIDAY SHOW. On stage at 5:30 p.m. Friday night, Jennifer Jones of Fleur Couture Custom Floral Design of Oshkosh is the featured presenter of “Holiday DIY Decorating”. Jennifer offers endless ideas from simple to elegant that are easy on your budget. Hear simple tips to give your DIY decorating a professional look and how basic items can be reused from season to season and especially the holidays. Saturday features Jill Pernaski of Pampered Chef on stage at 11:00 a.m. with tricks anyone can use to make special treats. Jill promises to make your everyday and holiday entertaining easier and even more delicious. Special thanks to CitizensFirst Credit Union, sponsor of the new Holiday Preview . “We are delighted to be the sponsor of the Holiday preview section at the Fall Home Show. It is s a perfect fit for our philosophy of supporting porting homeowners in every aspect”, ct”, said Marcus Butts, community y partnership coordinator at CitizensFirst. “We’ll be right at the entrance of the Holiday preview section greeting guests and handing out a little holiday giveaway.” Please take an opportunity to visit our website at citizensfirst.com,,
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Three days to enjoy two great events … with one affordable ticket! Friday, October 21 • 3 - 8 p.m. Saturday, October 22 • 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, October 23 • 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. as we recently launched a new Home Life section which offers articles and videos of tips and information on home-related topics such as renovating and remodeling, buying, building, and home decorating. You can learn how to fall in love with your home again by just adding a few decorating ideas or learn what to keep in mind if you’re considering a sunroom or just freshening up your landscaping to create more curb appeal. Not sure how to entertain your little ghosts and goblins this weekend? Local 4-H kids are hosting three days of Halloween Fun with affordable games and concessions at the FALL HOME & HOLIDAY SHOW at Sunnyview Expo Center this weekend! There will be excitement that the whole family is sure to enjoy. Bring your camera to capture the fun or have your photo Preview area. taken in the Holiday H Tickets a are $5 for Adults, children are FREE with adults, and admission is good for both events adults – tthe WHBA FALL TOUR OF HOMES and the FALL HOME & HOLIDAY SHOW at th Sunnyview Expo Center. Tickets may S be purchased at WHBA office, 4041 State Road 91; all CitizensFirst branch locations in Oshkosh; and during the events at each home in the FALL TOUR OF HOMES or at FALL HOME & HOLIDAY SHOW at Sunnyview Expo Center. See the map included in this special section tto plan your personal tour for the Fall Tour
of Homes. Visit www.whba.net or call 920-235-2962 for more details. Sign up for prizes at each home in the FALL TOUR OF HOMES and at the FALL HOME & HOLIDAY SHOW at Sunnyview Expo Center October 21, 22 and 23. WHBA would like to thank the Tour builders and families who are sharing their beautiful homes plus Show vendors and local 4-H groups who help kick off this fall campaign that supports Winnebago Home Builders Association and its community partnerships – Habitat for Humanity, Toys for Tots, Salvation Army Food Pantry and Christine Ann Center.
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Midwest Real Estate, Inc. Bill Markee | mwdevelopment.com | 920.420.2251
Your Full Service Custom Builder
Employee Owned Experience firsthand the benefits of having a PortSide owner on every job.
Custom Design ● New Construction ● Remodeling ● Additions ● Garages ● Decks ● Home Up-Dates ●
250 Wyldewood Drive, Oshkosh
www.portsidebuilders.com (920) 426-1544 or (920) 727-4874 980 American Dr., Neenah WI-5001392278
Build, Buy or Remodel NOW! Interest Rates are Historically Low!
1594 sq. ft. 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
Check our rates and apply online today! choicebank.com /mortgage
Features • Large finished 2 car garage • Easy access – no steps • Private deck / sunroom • Direct vent gas fireplace / central air • Lake and walking trail
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2450 Witzel Ave (920) 230-1300 WI-5001390674
Oshkosh
2201 Jackson St (920) 267-8050 Oshkosh
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Valley Lighting & Design
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Great lighting doesn’t just happen. It’s Designed.
The Fox Valley’s premier destination for lighting, ceiling fans and accessories. 1520 S. Koeller Street Oshkosh | 233-3933 | www.valley-lighting.com
Services Include: • Interior & Exterior Window Cleaning • Pressure Washing • Pest Control • Holiday Lights & Decoration Installation • Snow Removal
920-303-6140 • 800-919-6140 WI-5001391150
Window Cleaning Service, LLC
Website for all our services at
www.serwaswindowcleaning.com
MIDWEST REAL ESTATE Wyldewood Condos • Barrier Free Floor Plans • Open Spacious Design
• Many Amenities • Starting At $159,900
Model Open Sat-Sun 11-1 West on Witzel, North on Oakwood Road to Wyldewood Drive (920) 232-0400
Hunters Ridge Condos • Several Floor Plans • With or Without Basements
• Many Amenities • Starting At $149,900
Model Open Sat-Sun 1:30-3:30 Washburn south past Outlet Mall, Right on Waukau to Elk Ridge Drive (920) 230-3185
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Visit us soon to tour our model centers & ask our Sales Associates for details! Midwest Real Estate, Inc. Office (920)426-2-45
www.mwdevelopment.com Equal Housing Opportunity
Building Quality Homes for over 57 years
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Checklist for finding and hiring a builder or remodeler Use this checklist to help you select a home builder or home remodeler to work on or build your home. ● Contact Winnebago Home Builders Association at www.whba.net for the names of member builders and remodelers. You also ask family, friends or coworkers for recommendations. ● Make sure the builder or home remodeler has a permanent local business location and a good reputation with local banks and suppliers. ● Find out how long they have been in the building business. It usually takes three to five years to establish a financially sound business. You want to make sure they will be around after the construction is complete to service any warranties. ● Check out the company’s rating and if there have been any complaints filed with your local Better Business Bureau: www.bbb.org. ● Make sure the builder/remodeler has a WI Builders Certification number – confirms that they have sufficient workers compensation and general liability insurance and a WI Dwelling Contractor Qualifier number – confirms they have met WI continuing education credit requirement. ● Ask the builder/remodeler to provide you with names of previous customers. If
Doing your homework will help you have a more successful experience.
they won’t, beware. If they do, ask the customers if they would hire the builder/ remodeler again. ● Ask if you can see the builder/ remodelers work, both completed and in progress. Check for quality of workmanship and materials. ● Do you feel you can easily communicate with the builder/remodeler? Remember you will be in close contact with them throughout the construction process and afterward as you live in your new home. ● Make sure the builder/remodeler provides you with a complete and clearly written contract. The contract will benefit both of you. If you are having a new home built, get and review a copy of the home warranty and homeowner manual as well. ● Be cautious of unusually low-priced bids. If the builder/remodeler is unable to pay for the materials and labor as the project proceeds, this may indicate a potential problem. Keep in mind that less expensive does not necessarily mean better. Provided by National Association of Home Builders
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Curtiss Homes Kurt Koeppler / Dave Elbing longfellowplace.com | 920.279.5925
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Whether you’re buying a new home or looking to refinance your existing mortgage, be sure to check out Capital Credit Union. With low closing costs and two types of mortgages, you’re sure to find the financing that best fits your needs! For more information call or vist us online.
563 Oak Street, Oshkosh
capitalcu.com 237-3182 WI-5001391389
1300 sq. ft. 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
FULL SERVICE FLOORING CENTER Kitchens, Bathrooms, Fireplaces and Heated Tile Floors Marble, Slate, Limestone, Quarry, Ceramic, Metal & Glass We also carry Prefinished Hardwood, Laminate, Duraceramic, Konecto and Carpet New Construction and Remodeling
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29 W. Main St . Winneconne 582-0324 or 379-4286 www.creativetile-marble.com Showroom open Wed., Thur., and Fri. 11am-6pm or by appointment
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Portside Builders, Inc. Scott Shefchik | portsidebuilders.com | 920.426.1544 544
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1558 Whitetail Drive, Neenah
270 sq. ft. Sunroom Addition Features • The perfect room to relax and soak in an abundance of natural light • French doors off of the dining room into the sunroom • Two-sided gas fireplace with tile surround and wood mantel • Cathedral ceiling • Tile flooring • Patio doors leading out to the new 6’ x 13’ deck
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Winnebago County Solid Waste
Longworth Builders LLC Chad & Jennie Longworth longworthbuilders.com | 920.420.1703
Container Rental & Lease Program Winnebago County Solid Waste offers a full service program of container rentals and a competitive lease program for both commercial and residential customers. Available Rental Sizes Include:
Notice to Winnebago County Residents Winnebago County Household Hazardous Material Facility
Acceptable Materials Automotive Fuel Additives, Starter Fluids, Brake Fluids, Transmission Fluids, Gasoline Cleaners Turpentine, Varnish, Stains, Solvents, Drain & Oven Cleaners, Pool Chemicals, Other Cleaners & Polishers Garden & Lawn Care Cleaners Herbicides, Insecticides, Fungicides, Poisons, Weed Killer
5979 Valentine Drive, Winneconne 6 Cubic Yard Dimensions: Approximately 6 ft. wide by 5 ft. high
Miscellaneous Oil & Lead Based Paint, Grease & Rust Solvents, Paint Thinners/ Strippers/Removers, Adhesives, Wood Preservatives, Household Batteries, Mercury, Spray Paint, Kerosene
Non-Acceptable Materials 8 Cubic Yard Dimensions: Approximately 7 ft. wide by 6 ft. high
2223 sq. ft. 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
20 Cubic Yard Dimensions: Approximately 8 ft. wide by 20 ft. long by 5 ft. high
*Fluorescent Bulbs, *Latex Paint, Explosives, Infectious Medical Wastes, *Asbestos, *Antifreeze, Propane, *Auto Batteries, *Used Oil, Radioactive Materials, Business Materials, *Electronics. * Call the Winnebago County Landfill at 232-1800 regarding disposal. Charges may apply to some items.
Remaining 2011 Dates NEW, No Appointment Needed
Features • Impressive 2,200 sq ft Craftsman-style ranch with several bonuses • Unique barrel ceilings and decorative arches • Rustic Alder cabinets and trim, including stunning wood columns • Main and master bath exhibit attractive tile • Charming fireplace and magnificent in-ground pool by Zillges Materials
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30 Cubic Yard Dimensions: Approximately 8 ft. wide by 20 ft. long by 6.5 ft. high
Hours: 9am-12 Noon Oct.: 26, 29
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