The West Springfield Boys & Girls Club is thrilled to announce the incredible success of our 28th annual Holiday Tour of Homes & Craft & Vendor Fair! This cherished event has once again captured the hearts of our community, raising over $42,000 to support Club programming and provide financial aid to families in need. We welcomed over 500 Tour-goers, who embarked on a festive journey through beautifully decorated homes, and enjoyed a lively craft fair featuring over 40 talented vendors. It was a day filled with joy, community spirit, and generosity.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the gracious hosts who opened their homes to the community: Shaun Drugan at 31 Garden St., with an unforgettable Christmas Village, Tracy Holve & Rich Burgess at 128 Althea St. with their gorgeous hand-made decorations, Matt & Kate Hamilton at 21 Sean Louis Cir. with fun and fantastic themes in every room, Samala Tobias & Ed Rosienski at 65 Green Meadow Ln. with a home filled with stories and tradition, Ziad & Rachelle Hannoush at 54 Carriage Ln. with their beautiful nativity scene, and Cheryl Duyette at 400 Maple St. in Springfield, who showcased fantastic decorations in every room of the 6200 sq. foot mansion. Each home was a testament to the festive spirit, filled with warmth and holiday cheer, creating unforgettable experiences for all who visited.
The Craft & Vendor Fair was a bustling hub of activity, thanks to the dedication of over 40 vendors who showcased their unique and creative crafts. Santa Claus himself made a special appearance from 10 AM to 12 PM, delighting both young and old with holiday cheer. We are especially grateful to Tracy DeMaio for her stellar organization of the craft & vendor fair, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for all participants and visitors. Tour participants also supported the Club by showing their guidebooks at this year's lunch partners, which included the new Max’s Swing Lounge, Sorrento’s, West Side Bar & Grill, Taste of Lebanon, Star Pizza, and Two Weeks Notice.
None of this would have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. We extend our deepest thanks to Kelley & Katzer Real Estate, our Platinum Sponsor, whose unwavering support has been instrumental in the success of this event. Our Gold Sponsors include Eastern States Exposition, Florence Bank, Sullivan Paper Company, Teddy Bear Pools & Spas, Bertera Auto Group, HUB International, Westfield Bank, PeoplesBank, M&T Bank, and Paladin Wealth Partners. We also thank our Silver Sponsors: Summerwood Construction, Polish National Credit Union, Foley Connelly Financial Partners, All States Materials Group, Checkwriters, and Freedom Credit Union, and our Bronze Sponsors: Durocher Florist and V & F Auto. Your contributions have made a meaningful impact on the lives of the children and families we serve. Thank you to all who participated and supported this heartwarming event, making it a memorable success!
