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Take the scenic route and join Tidewater Builders Association for its first Spring Homearama at Founders Pointe in Isle of Wight County. Eight builders are creating stunning showcase homes, fully furnished and landscaped, all designed to demonstrate the latest in home design and innovations, as well as energy saving technologies. Homearama guests will also be invited to stroll the 844-foot pier featuring two decks and educational signage describing local wildlife. The community overlooks the Batten Bay with creeks and tributaries flowing to the James River. Located near historic Smithfield, Virginia, the community also hosts a clubhouse, swimming pool, playground and three miles of leisure trails.
 Admission: General admission is $10 for a one-day pass and $17 for a two-day pass. Active duty and retired military guests and seniors (over 62) get a $3 discount Mon.-Thurs., and a $1 discount on weekends. Only one discount applies. Children 12 and under and guests in wheelchairs are free.
Details: The show is open May 8-23, noon until 9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays, and until 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Ticket sales will stop one hour before closing.
Feature Homes:
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The Music House, A Tribute to Ryan Farish, built by ABT Custom Homes, has been designed with music in mind and will be digitally connected with all types of music sources. Musician Ryan Farish will be performing his unique brand of electronic harmonies at the home during the show. The dates are to be determined.
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The Charity House, built by Eric Sasser of Simply Custom by Sasser, will be sold to benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia. Watch Video
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The Man Cave, in the home built by Sadler Building Corp., is in the 3-bay garage, providing refuge to the man of the house with a space designed solely to allow him to enjoy his TV time.
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An exhibit center with more than 150 booths showcasing housing-related products and services.
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A full-color glossy Plan Book with information on all of the homes.
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A variety of workshops and entertainment are scheduled throughout the event.
Events:
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A Taste of Isle of Wight, sponsored by Columbia Natural Gas and HR Magazine, from 6– 8 p.m., Monday, May 17, will allow guests to sample cuisine from Isle of Wight restaurants.
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Military Appreciation Day, on Monday, May 10, military guests can take advantage of buy one, get one free admission with a valid military identification card.
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Realtors Day, set for Wednesday, May 12, invites area realtors to be admitted free all day long with a business card. Early birds enjoy a hearty breakfast from 9:30-11 a.m.
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School Day is when pre-authorized chaperoned high school and college drafting/design classes will visit the show, with scheduled tours beginning at 11:30 a.m. The date is to be determined. Contact TBA for details.
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Boys and Girls Fest, hosted by The Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia, will feature children’s activities. The date is still to be determined.
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Housing Trends Seminar, Brent Warren manages the Southern Living Custom Builder Program, which puts him in a unique position to observe consumer preferences for new home designs. He’ll present seminars for Homearama guests on Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22.
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The Homearama Furniture Sale from noon-6 p.m., Monday, May 24, where visitors will get the chance to purchase their favorite furnishings and décor from the Homearama homes. Free entry tickets for the sale will be given to all Homearama visitors in their show bag during the event.
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