Calendar of Events: Fall 2018 Parade of Homes
The Parade of Homes showcases special events that that introduce you to new neighborhoods, teach you about the latest building and design trends, and much more! Mark your calendar and join us to learn how to find your dream home or transform your house.
Saturday, Sept. 8
MEET THE BUILDER
Eternity Homes
#129 | 1-5 p.m. | Lakeville
Come meet the mastermind builder behind Eternity Homes, Pat Flynn, as he discusses our unique home building process while also experiencing, our high in demand, Jamestown Sports Court model home.
CAKEPOP WORKSHOP
Lennar
#241 | 2-5 p.m. | Corcoran
Come visit our brand new model at Ravinia from 2-5 p.m. and see the gourmet kitchen in action as the founder of Sugarspoon Desserts bakes and decorates cake pops. Enjoy your sweet treats as you explore this new model with stunning finishes, polished design and home automation throughout. Experience the ease of all smart home products designed to work together and make your life easier.
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
McDonald Construction, Inc. | 1-5 p.m.
#24 | Woodbury
#57 | Lake Elmo
#204 | Chanhassen
#223 | Victoria
#265 | Plymouth
To all our past and current clients: Thank you for keeping us in business for 40 years! Register for fun giveaways at all our model homes during the Parade of Homes!
BEER AND HOT DOGS
McWilliams & Associates, Inc.
#137 | 12 p.m. | Lakeville
Join us for a beer tasting, gourmet hot dogs and a tour of our beautiful model home! We’ll be featuring beer from local breweries and delicious gourmet hot dogs catered by Natedogs!
Sunday, Sept. 9
TASTE OF HOME
Lennar
#158 | 1-3 p.m. | Prior Lake
Come visit our model and enjoy some yummy treats and appetizers. Experience the tastes and smells of home as a culinary professional prepares delicious displays for you to enjoy while you tour our homes.
TASTE AND TOUR
Lennar
#175 | 1-3 p.m. | Shakopee
Enjoy some refreshments and treats while you tour our new homes featuring home automation. Ask Alexa to turn on and off lights, adjust thermostats, and more. Experience the ease of all smart home products designed to work together and make your life easier.
TROLLEY TOUR
Robert Thomas Homes, Inc.
#105, #106, #107, #108, #109, #110, #111 & #112
12-6 p.m. | Lakeville
Take a Trolley Tour through the Spirit of Brandtjen Farm community, stopping at each of our fall Parade of Homes models and the NEW clubhouse!
Thursday, Sept. 13
COFFEE, DESSERT & ENERGY SAVINGS
Lang Builders, Inc.
#384 | 1-3 p.m. | Ham Lake
Come tour Lang Builder’s latest custom home, meet the builder, and learn from Connexus Energy about how to save energy at your new home through the easy charging circuit, LED light efficiency, and the new Wi-Fi thermostat while enjoying coffee and dessert.
Saturday, Sept. 15
TOUR & TAILGATE
Country Joe Homes
#163 | 2-5 p.m. | Savage
In the spirit of the football season, come and tour our Big Sky model and enjoy hotdogs on the grill, snacks and spirits. There will also be yard games and a bounce house for the kids. Joey Miller, owner of Country Joe Homes will be on hand to answer all questions. Bring the family for our Country Joe Homes throwdown before the touchdowns!
CIDER & SWEETS
Creative Homes
1-3 p.m.
#406 | Hugo
#399 | Wyoming
#54 | Lake Elmo
#148 | Prior Lake
Come join us for the Grand Opening of our new model homes! Tour the beautiful models as you sip hot apple cider and enjoy some treats! Come see what the Creative Homes customer experience is all about!
MIMOSAS & TREATS
Eternity Homes
#162 | 12-3 p.m. | Savage
What better way to spend a Saturday than with mimosas and sweet treats while touring our beautiful Cape Cod model home.
TASTE, TOAST & TOUR
Eternity Homes
#129 | 1-4 p.m. | Lakeville
Please join us in our Lakeville model and enjoy Italian street food from Buon Cibo Food Truck paired with an Italian cocktail!
WINE & CHEESE
Eternity Homes
#150 | 1-5 p.m. | Prior Lake
Please join us for a wine and cheese tasting while touring one of our gorgeous model homes.
WHAT’S A HERS SCORE?
Fitzke Construction, LLC
#139 | 3 p.m. | Fairbault
Learn what a HERS Score is, why it is important, and how it is calculated.
MEET THE BUILDER
Homes by Tradition
#138 | 1-5 p.m. | Lakeville
Come tour Homes by Tradition’s latest custom home, meet the builder, and see the most impressive new acreage neighborhood in the south metro; Reverence, Lakeville.
FALL FOOD IN PROVIDENCE
Lennar
#172 | 12-2 p.m. | Savage
Tour the model homes as the aroma of your favorite scrumptious fall foods fills the air. Enjoy the home design, great company and — of course — your favorite fall foods!
HIGHLAND RIDGE ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Lennar
#237 | 1-3 p.m. | Delano
Join us for this is a great opportunity to meet existing and potential neighbors in this growing community and see the neighborhood. Ice cream and assorted treats for kids of all ages. Hope to see you there!
VILLAS & CINNAMON ROLLS
Robert Thomas Homes, Inc.
#256 | 12 p.m. | Plymouth
Join us at The Enclave at Elm Creeks Villas to enjoy delicious cinnamon rolls while you tour our newest single-level living models. While supplies last.
COMMUNITY FEATURES
Robert Thomas Homes, Inc.
#303, #304 & #305 | 12 p.m. | St. Michael
Be sure to stop by Tributary on Foster Lake to tour Robert Thomas Homes, Inc.’s newest models and check out the neighborhood features that make this community an everyday getaway!
VILLAS & CINNAMON ROLLS
Robert Thomas Homes, Inc.
#110 | 12 p.m. | Lakeville
Join us at Spirit of Brandtjen Farm Villa Collection to enjoy delicious cinnamon rolls while you tour our newest single-level living models. While supplies last.
BROWSE & BREW AT HIGHCROFT IN WOODBURY
Stonegate Builders
#19 | 12-4 p.m. | Woodbury
Tour our beautiful new Highcroft Model Home in Woodbury, then browse our pop-up shop featuring locally made home décor and gift items for sale while sampling some unique Minnesota made craft beers.
Sunday, Sept. 16
KIDS DAY
Eternity Homes
#403 | 1-5 p.m. | Forest Lake
Let the kids explore and jump in our backyard bounce house as YOU explore the fabulous upgrades of our Jamestown model home.
APPETIZERS AND DESSERTS
Lennar
#121 | 1-3 p.m. | Lakeville
Come visit our model for a demonstration of our gourmet kitchens in action. Experience the tastes and smells of home as a culinary professional prepares delicious displays for you to enjoy while you tour our homes.
SUNDAY ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Lennar
#326 | 12-2 p.m. | Dayton
Stop by our charming model for some refreshing ice cream and socialize with neighbors and friends. We hope to see you there!
CAKEPOP WORKSHOP
Lennar
#308 | 2-5 p.m. | Otsego
Come visit our brand new model at Martin Farms from 2-5 p.m. and see the gourmet kitchen in action as the founder of Sugarspoon Desserts bakes and decorates cake pops. Enjoy your sweet treats as you explore this new model with stunning finishes, polished design and home automation throughout. Experience the ease of all smart home products designed to work together and make your life easier.
Saturday, Sept. 22
TASTE AND TOUR
Country Joe Homes
#220 | 4-6 p.m. | Victoria
Please join us for a wine and cheese tasting as you tour our Hollybrook model home. Andra Hentges, a new construction mortgage specialist with Wells Fargo, will be on hand to answer your financing questions.
GRAND OPENING AND APPS
Creative Homes
1-3 p.m.
#22 | Woodbury
#65 | Lake Elmo
Come join us for the Grand Opening of our newest neighborhoods, Hidden Meadows in Lake Elmo and Glen View Farm in Woodbury, at our brand new models. Enjoy tasty hors d’oeuvres and light refreshments as you tour the beautiful new homes! Come see what the Creative Homes customer experience is all about!
WINE & CHEESE
Eternity Homes
1-5 p.m.
#171 | Savage
#178 | Shakopee
Please join us for a wine and cheese tasting while touring one of our gorgeous model homes.
BEER, BRATS AND BAGS
Eternity Homes
#129 | 1-4 p.m. | Lakeville
Please join us at our Lakeville model for an afternoon cookout complete with beer, brats and bags! While your finding your new home, help give a dog a new home with the Twin Cities Pet Rescue adoption event.
WINE AND CIDER TASTING
Joshua/Markum Builders, Inc.
#368 | 12 p.m. | Circle Pines
Wine and cider tasting in the cul-de-sac at Ellie’s Cove luxury town home development. RSVPs appreciated. Contact Realtor Jim Sheeley at 763-634-1789.
TASTE OF HOME
Lennar
#225 | 12-2 p.m. | Victoria
Come visit our model for a demonstration of our gourmet kitchens in action. Experience the tastes and smells of home as a culinary professional prepares delicious displays for you to enjoy while you tour our homes.
Sunday, Sept. 23
WINE & CHEESE
Eternity Homes
#17 | 1-5 p.m. | Woodbury
Please join us for a wine and cheese tasting while touring one of our gorgeous model homes.
TASTE OF HOME
Lennar
#175 | 2-5 p.m. | Shakopee
Come visit our model for a demonstration of our gourmet kitchens in action. Experience the tastes and smells of home as a culinary professional prepares delicious displays for you to enjoy while you tour our homes.
Friday, Sept. 28
WINE AND CHEESE
James Barton Design Build
#R18 | 12-6 p.m. | Farmington
Please come and meet the James Barton Design Build team while enjoying some wine and cheese after touring this beautiful home. We would love to discuss the possibilities of your new home renovation.
TOUR WITH TREATS
Structural Dimensions, Inc.
#R24 | 3:30-6 p.m. | Eden Prairie
Join us for drinks and appetizers!
HOMEBREW TASTING
JCarsten
#R13 | 4-6 p.m. | Inver Grove Heights
Come and experience the ONLY homebrew on the tour. Join us us for appetizers, beer and wine. The JCarsten team will be giving tours and answering your remodeling questions.
WINE, APPETIZERS, UNIQUE LIGHTING
EdgeWork Design Build
#R49 | 6-7:30p.m.| Minneapolis
Please join us for a night of lights, wine and appetizers! Enjoy a glass of wine and hors d’oeuvres as you explore unique lighting options for your next home remodeling project. Whether under cabinet lighting in the kitchen, bathroom lighting, or even a LED-illuminated replace, EdgeWork Design Build has created plenty of dazzling selections to peruse.
WINE WELCOME
Black Dog Homes
#R30 | 4-6 p.m. | Wayzata
Enjoy a glass of wine and nibbles as you tour this gorgeous home. Take a designer-led tour and experience a collaboration by Black Dog Homes, Mingle and Studio M Interiors. This is a one-of-a- kind before and after transformation. You don’t want to miss it!
Saturday, Sept. 29
SIP AND SHOP
Country Joe Homes
#120 | 4-6 p.m. | Lakeville
Shop a local pop-up boutique while sipping wine and touring our Watkins model home. Get a started on your holiday shopping early while supporting local Lakeville vendors! Andra Hentges, a Wells Fargo new construction mortgage specialist, will also be on hand to answer your financing questions.
SATURDAY BRUNCH
Eternity Homes
12-1 p.m.
#150 | Prior Lake
#178 | Shakopee
Please join us in our Prior Lake and Shakopee models for assorted breakfast pastries and coffee while you tour our model home!
WINE & CHEESE
Eternity Homes
#371 | 1-5 p.m. | Blaine
Please join us for a wine and cheese tasting while touring one of our gorgeous model homes.
DESIGN-BUILD PROCESS 101
Homes by Tradition
#138 | 1-5 p.m. | Lakeville
Come meet the builder, Dean Nelson, to get your questions answered about the design-build process and enjoy a treat while you tour this beautiful custom home.
IT’S FALL Y’ALL
Lennar
#86 | 12-2 p.m. | Inver Grove Heights
Come visit our charming model and experience our home automations. Take it all in while you enjoy pumpkins, food and fun!
TOUR BREAKFAST
Lennar
#312 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Otsego
Start your Parade of Homes off right with a breakfast for champions. Enjoy croissants, an assortment of pastries, juices and coffee while you tour our model and explore the fantastic features that we offer.
WINE AND CHEESE
James Barton Design Build
#R18 | 12-6 p.m. | Farmington
Please come and meet the James Barton Design Build team while enjoying some wine and cheese after touring this beautiful home. We would love to discuss the possibilities of your new home renovation.
BUDGETS AND BEER…CRAFT BEER THAT IS!
New Spaces
2-4 p.m.
#R16 | Burnsville
#R36 | St. Louis Park
Tour these incredible transformation by New Spaces. Enjoy craft beer, wine and snacks, learn more about remodeling budgets, and get inspired on how to renovate your home!
TOUR WITH TREATS
Structural Dimensions, Inc.
#R24 | 3:30-6 p.m. | Eden Prairie
Join us for drinks and appetizers!
HOMEBREW TASTING
JCarsten
#R13 | 4-6 p.m. | Inver Grove Heights
Come and experience the ONLY homebrew on the tour. Join us for appetizers, beer and wine. The JCarsten team will be giving tours and answering your remodeling questions.
SCANDINAVIAN DESIGN CELEBRATION
Puustelli USA
#R11 | 3-6 p.m. | West St. Paul
Please join Puustelli for a Scandinavian design celebration in West St. Paul! Enjoy Scandinavian treats and drinks while discovering more about this fabulous remodel!
TOUR, TASTE & LEARN
Gonyea Transformations
#R28 | 12 p.m. | Shorewood
Enjoy guided tours of this Shorewood whole-home renovation and hear the home transformation story directly from the Gonyea design team. Experience the exceptional and unexpected details of this gorgeous home transformation located in Boulder Bridge, just minutes from the shores of Lake Minnetonka. Enjoy wine, cheese and refreshments following your tour.
Sunday, Sept. 30
WINE AND CHEESE
James Barton Design Build
#R18 | 12-6 p.m. | Farmington
Please come and meet the James Barton Design Build team while enjoying some wine and cheese after touring this beautiful home. We would love to discuss the possibilities of your new home renovation.
TOUR WITH TREATS
Structural Dimensions, Inc.
#R24 | 3:30-6 p.m. | Eden Prairie
Join us for drinks and appetizers!
HOMEBREW TASTING
JCarsten
#R13 | 4-6 p.m. | Inver Grove Heights
Come and experience the ONLY homebrew on the tour. Join us for appetizers, beer and wine. The JCarsten team will be giving tours and answering your remodeling questions.