U.S. BANK FIFTH ANNUAL GALENA PARADE OF HOMES

SHOWCASES TEN LUXURY HOMES 

October 13/14 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

 

GALENA, Il. Sept. 17, 2007 -- U.S. Bank’s fifth annual Parade of Homes, which will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 13 and Sunday, October 14, showcases different elements working in harmony, demonstrating how the smallest details can produce dramatic results. 

According to B’Ann Dittmar, U.S. Bank Galena market president, “This year’s homes have been thoughtfully designed and carefully constructed with a full spectrum of original elements, from making your home a personal retreat to providing the ultimate in home entertaining.  We have several home styles on display, from a quaint townhome to a super-sized, eight-bedroom, timber-framed home that is privately owned, but available as a rental for family reunions, business retreats, or for intimate wedding receptions.  Two homes on our tour are worth more than $1 million.”

 

Parade-goers can preview the area’s best builders, landscapers and interior designers while getting a glimpse of technology trends in the new homes located in Galena Territory or just outside of it, near the Elizabeth Scenic Tower.  Some of the must see features found in this year’s parade tour include:

 

  • luxurious hot tubs, both indoors and out
  • wrap around porches and bedroom balconies
  • energy efficient features such as walk-around fireplaces and electric in-floor heating
  • private conference room with custom conference table
  • hickory library with built-in alcove seating
  • full-length windows that stretch through expansive rooms and up cathedral ceilings
  • wood flooring harvested from barns in Wisconsin and Minnesota
  • gourmet kitchens complete with built-in stainless steel appliances, granite countertops
  • striking spacious great rooms  and getaway entertainment centers
  • for car lovers, a three-stall, 40.6’ x 26’ monster garage lavishly finished and custom trimmed in ash and cherry and features built-in cabinets and hot water.

 

Dittmar said that grilled sandwiches, deserts and beverages will be available by Cindy’s Classic Catering for parade goers at tour home #5, located at 22 Hickory Tail in the Galena Territory. Profits from the lunch and all ticket proceeds from the event will benefit local nonprofit organizations, including Habitat for Humanity of Jo Daviess County, Caregivers Support Group, and Tyler’s Justice Center for Children- Building Campaign. In the past five years, nearly $50,000 has been raised from this annual U.S. Bank event.

 

Dittmar indicated that U.S. Bank Galena employees spend about six months each year coordinating the many volunteers, sponsors and builders to create a meaningful tour while raising funds for local organizations that serve a critical role in the community.  “We’re thrilled with how it has grown due to the enthusiasm of parade-goers who travel from near and far.  Our volunteers especially enjoy meeting those who qualify for our drawing of a $500 U.S. savings bond if they make it to all of the homes on the tour.”

 

Discounted parade tickets for $8 and free copies of the U.S. Bank Parade of Homes guides, including detailed maps, will be available starting October 1st at the U.S. Bank Galena office at 115 Perry Street and 953 Gear Street.  Parade tickets also can be obtained at Dubuque U.S. Bank offices, or in the Galena Territory at Eagle Ridge Inn or at Spike's Bar and Grill. All Parade homes will be clearly marked, and tickets to the event and maps can be obtained at each home on the day of the event.  On the days of the Parade, the cost is $10.00 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12.

 

For more information, call (815) 777-0344 or (815) 777-3820, or to view photos from past parade homes, visit www.galenaparadeofhomes.com.

 

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