COUNTY LIFE
Summer’s top outdoor trends in the south
Summer is upon us, and with that, the opportunity to entertain and spend more time outdoors. Offers.com partnered with Houzz, the popular online platform for home remodeling and design, to get a better idea of the landscaping and outdoor entertainment trends for 2018. And we discovered that what is most popular in curb appeal and home renovations this year varies drastically by region.
Houzz is also offering an exclusive coupon for new shoppers. Help your readers get $20 off their first purchase of $100+.
So what are the trends for your region? While the south is known for its sweltering heat, home owners are still excited to make upgrades and increase curb appeal over the next few months. In fact, 62% said that upgrading their outdoor space will help them spend more time outside this summer.
See below for the top trends of your region and visit our blog for more information and nation-wide landscaping trends.
Southern Region Home Improvement Trends:
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This summer, a majority of southerners (71%) will be upgrading their backyards. 40% will be focusing on the front yard, 30% will be updating the sides of their houses and 2% be renovating their roofs.
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The most sought-after upgrades for this region are new lights (46%), sprinklers (29%), security systems (22%), entertainment items (21%) and composting bins (18%).
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Heading to a BBQ? You are most likely to see new TVs, speakers and charging stations in your friends yards this summer.
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Other popular outdoor living additions: furniture, string lights and ceiling fans.
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While many southerners are spending most of their time in their backyards, the importance of curb appeal has not fallen to the wayside. Garden beds, perennials, shrubs and new grass are the most common additions this year.
Inside today find a special section Remembering 9/11 on the 25th anniversary of this pivotal day in America’s history.
This section provides an hour by hour account of that day to inform those who may not familiar with the details. We pay tribute to all those who faced the attacks and helped save those in danger from all walks of life. May this tribute remind you of all America lost that day and how the country moved forward.
Area young people from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade are invited to take part in the Art of the Song Young Visual and Performing Arts Exhibition on Oct. 10 during the annual music festival in Nocona.
Entry is free and artists may enter up to three pieces of artwork. One entry must be music-related, while the other two can be any art medium or genre. Drop-off artwork from noon to 6 p.m. on Oct. 7 at 103 Clay Street.
Art will be displayed starting at 10 a.m. on Oct. 10. Those with questions may call R. Marie Molsbee, 940-887-0165 or horse.power.ranch.nocona@gmail.com.
The performing arts portion will be at Bitters & Sweets, 206 Clay Street. If you have a child who loves to sing, dance or play an instrument or perform? Let them share their talents in a performance at the Art of the Song.
Those interested in the performing arts program may contact Carla at 940-765-5619 or carlad@bittersandsweetsbar.com.
The staff, board of directors and volunteers of Tales ‘N’ Trails Museum are making plans for the group’s major fundraiser, “Shebang” on Sept. 26.
This year Shebang will join in all the celebrations for America’s 250th birthday.
Mark your calendar when the doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person and $350 for a table of eight. Shebang takes place in the H.J. Justin Building at 100 Clay Street.
The evening will feature a dinner prepared by local chefs, fun games where you could win a prize, live and silent auctions, plus the popular bucket auction where you never know who will win. A new menu is being served that will feature prime rib, roasted sweet potatoes, hominy casserole, broccoli salad and strawberry shortcake.
Reservations are being taken now, just call the museum at 825-5330. Proceeds from the Shebang help pay for annual operating costs of the museum. Call 825-5330 to purchase tickets, also visit the website at talesntrails.org to see auction items and learn more about the museum.
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