Tuscola Woman’s Club presents ‘Homes for the Holidays’ house tours
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Tuscola Woman’s Club presents “Homes for the Holidays,” a tour of five Tuscola homes
displayed in holiday traditions and a Christmas Tea at Hometown Grounds, 123 W. Sale St., Tuscola.
The walk is set for 1–5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7. Tickets may be purchased from Flesor’s Candy Kitchen, Joe’s Pizza, Hometown Grounds Coffee & Events, and all Tuscola banks. Proceeds are used for scholarships. For more information, call 217-246-2248.
The homes and their descriptions, provided by the homeowners are as follows:
House #1 – John and Heather Wienke, 851 N County Road 1000 E
Welcome to our 1930s Sears & Roebuck Cape Cod. Inspired by Norman Rockwell’s timeless charm, we’ve filled our home with cozy, traditional touches that celebrate the spirit of Christmas and the joy of gathering together. Please stop by – and may your visit bring a bit of holiday warmth and cheer to your day.
House #2 – Robert and Sherri Stewart, 731 N. State Hwy. 130
We are excited to welcome you to our home this holiday season! We built our dream home in 2022 – and while there’s always another project on the list, we’ve learned to enjoy the journey. One of our favorite spots is the back patio, where we spend countless evenings by the outdoor fireplace, beautifully designed and built by Robert’s cousin, Brandon Bergstresser, who also did all of the stonework on our house.
Christmas has always held a special place in my heart, thanks to my mother, Clarice Hausman, who made the season truly magical. From decorating her gazebo to thoughtfully choosing the perfect gift for each person, she had a way of making everyone feel loved and welcome.
In that same spirit, we’ve tried to create a warm and inviting space filled with love, laughter, and memories of a “Mo Christmas.” Our décor may be simple, but it’s rich with meaning — and we look forward to sharing our home and our hearts with you this holiday season.
House #3 – Jerod and Samantha Baird, 204 N. Indiana St.
We’re so happy to welcome you into our home as part of the Christmas Walk. Christmas is our favorite time of the year, and we’ve filled our home with warmth, wonder, and sparkle for the season. From twinkling lights that glow in every room to festive touches tucked into corners big and small, each decoration was chosen with love and joy. We enjoy creating a cozy, magical space that reflects the spirit of Christmas… celebrating family, tradition and the beauty of the season.
Thank you for stopping by and sharing in the holiday magic with us.
House #4 – Scott and Susan Branca, 1130 N. Rt. U.S. 45
Welcome to the Branca’s. Our home was built in the early 1900s. In 2019 we gutted and rebuilt our home. Our residence has been a hangout for our children, grandchildren and all of their friends throughout the years as they grew up.
We decorate our home as a “Winter Wonderland” and celebrate the birth of Jesus… not just at Christmas but all year long. We hope your visit to our home fills you with the presence of the Lord along with peace & joy in your heart. Merry Christmas from the Branca’s!
House #5 – Ed and Jan Harper with adult special needs daughter, Erin, 121 Wilshire Dr.
Our house was built in 2025 by a wonderful Amish builder and his son. They were so helpful in staying true to the farm house style that we love. We are new to Tuscola. We moved here from rural Mahomet where we lived for over forty years.
The people in Tuscola have been so welcoming and have made us feel at home in our new house and neighborhood. We are excited to welcome you to our new home during the festive holiday season.
Christmas Tea at Hometown Grounds Coffee & Events, 123 W Sale Street
All ticket holders are welcome to stop by for desserts and pastries made by the Tuscola Woman’s Club members. There will be a limited number of House Walk tickets available that guests may purchase at the tea the day of the event.
Downtown Shops open for this event: Hometown Grounds Coffee & Events, The Vault Art Gallery, Shimmer and Sheek, Flesor’s, Joe’s Pizza, Cast Iron Pub.