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Home and Garden Tour Committee

The 2012 Garden Oaks Home & Garden Tour was on Sunday April 22, 2012 showcasing 6 homes and 2 gardens. If you have any questions, you can contact the tour committee. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form.

Garden Oaks is north of the 610 Loop between Ella and Yale, moments from the growth and vitality of downtown Houston.

Garden Oaks is one of Houston's best-kept secrets. Nestled among towering pines and grand magnolias, this quaint and architecturally unique neighborhood of approximately 1400 homes continues to attract attention and rave reviews. From quaint cottages and charming bungalows to plantation, ranch and a traditional style home, Garden Oaks supports diverse updates while maintaining its charm and sense of history. Because of its excellent location, mass appeal, oversized lots, and booming property values, Garden Oaks is often compared to West University and Bellaire.

In 1937, Edward L Crain established Garden Oaks on a tract of land just north of the Houston Heights. Comprised of five (5) sections, Garden Oaks offers a unique blend of mid-century homes—mostly pier and beam cottages. The western edge of the neighborhood is comprised of G.I. homes built for returning veterans after World War II. All five sections have seen an abundance of renovations and newly constructed homes.

The Garden Oaks Home & Garden Tour has something for everyone—and it's a great place to pick up unique decorating tips and eclectic gardening ideas.

All Tour proceeds directly benefit the Garden Oaks subdivision and surrounding community, including Garden Oaks Elementary, the GOCP program, the Gazette, and neighborhood beautification.

In 2004, the Civic Club decided to hold the tour every other year starting from the 2004 tour.

 

Thanks for your support!

2012 Committee Members

Mark Klein and Brenda de Alba, Tour Co-Chairs

Missy Alwais - Auction Committee Chair

Sue Schmidt, Preview Party Chair, Locations Selection

Debbie Padon, Docent Scripts

Jan Forster, Preview Party

Susan Kostelecky, Locations Selection Chair, Sponsorship Chair, Preview Party

Elizabeth Klein and Stephanie Acosta, Command Center Co-Chairs

Mel Johnson, Posters Chair

Graphics & Printing Committee Chair – to be updated

Gretchen Dreher, Pre-sale Ticket Locations Chair

Dian Austin, Finance Chair

Mark Saranie, Transportation Chair

Shana Tatum, Florists Chair

Mark Klein, Marketing & Publicity Chair

Jerry Butler, Concessions Chair

Jay Tatum and Jonathan Morgan, Set-up Co-Chairs

Joe Muscara, Web Chair

Brenda de Alba, Volunteers Chair

Jessica Jarvis - Marketing Chair

 

Home & Garden Captains

Susan Saranie

Clare Bell

Ann Best

Sheila Briones

Tina Sabuco

Debbie Padon

Lynn Sievers

Chris Lindsay

 

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More about the 2006 Home and Garden Tour

Use the links below to read the details about this year's Tour and associated events and sponsors.

Showcased Locations

Sponsorship

Preview Party

View and Bid on Auction Items Online

Pre-Sale Ticket Locations

Command Center/Shuttle/Trolley Station

  April 23, 2006

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More about the 2012 Home and Garden Tour

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Showcased Locations

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Preview Party

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Pre-Sale Ticket Locations - Buy Tickets Online Here

Command Center/Shuttle Station

  April 22, 2012
 

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