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r economist sunstouffville tribune saturday october 21 2000 this weekend over 48000 home owners arid do-it- yourselfers will converge at the 18th annual markham home show from october 20th to the 22nd the markham fairgrounds will play host to over 300 exhibitors quest speakers- live demonstrations and entertainment that is geared for the whole family j were more than just a home show in that we offer a complete entertainment package says show organizer fred cox president of national event management in markham people are not just looking at booths but- are being entertained and educated as well the shows lirieup of special guests includes dr david suzuki who will give a presentation on health and the environment on saturday sundays guest speakers is brian costello who will provide tips and information to assist the audience with their financial and investment decisions karl lohnes style editor of canadas largest selling home decor publication style at home will be available saturday and sunday afternoon to give personal oneonone decoratingadvice for the kids there is kids mart a fun filled area featuring toys playground equipment education crafts and mqre f r i- some of the entertainment highlights- include live concerts and sing alorigs by childrens favourite elliot moose throughout- the home show visitors will have the opportunity to be entertained by local talent including bands vocal ensembles and dance groups i one of the home shiows six buildings is devoted to the healthy lifestyle centre which offers the t latest in natural health products arid services as well as many other resources to help people achieve optimum health the healthy lifestyle centre is very popular where people can obtain a wealth of information about leading healthier lifestyles says cox dr- stephen mclareri of the markhamstouffville hospital will be giving talks about the fliie vaccine fhe latest in renovation and home improvement j products continues to be a big drawing card for the sh6wr many exhibitors offer show specials arid iscountshvhere trie public can pick up some great v dealslyisitbrs can learn how tobuild a deck install- a water filtration system or design their own patio from knickknaclcs toiwindows and doors people can get ideas and advice on their home decorating projects we also have an artisan marketplace that is just in time for christmas says cox people find this an enjoyable atmosphere where they can shop and pick up some special gifts l in eighteen years the markham home show has grown to become canadas largest threeday horiie show while exhibitors cofne from across canada the majority ofparticiparits aire- local businesses the community spirit of the markham show makes it a memorable experience arid a must see for local residents i this showis homier arid friendlier than most says cox we have jthe quality exhibitors here and people would rather deal withsornebne local the markham home show isunique because it offers visitors city sophistication with country charm this fri sat sun markham fairgrounds dayro suzuki v saturday 2f00pm sponsored by baluntrae golf country club rfschickedanz vtti elliot moose 3 live concerts saturday sponsored by craig rileys markville ford lincoln brian costello investment and tax advice sunday 2 pm sponsored by chris li of dundee securities karl lohnes style at home magazine fri 1 5 pm sat 125 pm sun 12 4 pm sponsored by platinum home design renovations j markham fairgrounds i3j miles 6 km north of hwy7 on mccowan rd- flnp v r per person j wsi v the m a r k h a m h o m e s h o w regular adult admission 8 seniors 5 children 12 and under are free j i vvv v0ff regular adult admission a n elein mills rd major mldcenzine 1sthaveh1je hwy7 b free parking show hours fri0ct20ht9 n sun oct 2210 5 m nid h cwm wflk my iter ifftr ki cssk nbt for details call 9054772677 or visit our web site vwwnationaleventcom thousands of new ideas products and expert advice renovating decorating healthy lifestyle centre artisans marketplace new home improvement ideas fabulous savings discounts free seminars kidsmart- stuff for kids nonstop entertainment 5s oiifsuof- jm wjbdtjrjcoljm mi s jsn pila thl momi riciallt 680news