Scholarship Parade of Homes features diverse styles and decor
The Scholarship Parade of Homes, scheduled for Dec. 6, 2015, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., in and around Seward, Nebraska, will feature homes owned by Kurth and Jessica Brashear, Roger and Carrie Fitzke, Kyle and Allison Garrett Johnson, Mark and Ingrid Minchow and Steve and Jenny Pinkall. All homes have unique structural and design elements and will be decorated in celebration of Christmas.
Proceeds from the annual event support high school students of Seward County who attend Southeast Community College in Milford, Nebraska, and Concordia University, Nebraska in Seward. The Scholarship Parade of Homes has raised more than $65,000 in cumulative scholarship funds since it began in 1995.
Tickets for the event can be purchased in advance for $12 at Concordia University in Weller Hall 206, Jones National Bank & Trust Co., Cattle National Bank & Trust Co., Union Bank &Trust Co. or online at christmasatconcordia.net. Tickets may be purchased on the day of the event for $15 in the Seward High School lobby or Concordia’s Weller Hall lobby.
The annual event is sponsored by Concordia University, Nebraska and Jones National Bank & Trust Co
Additional information about the homes:
Kurth & Jessica Brashear
111 Seward Street
Kurth and Jessica Brashear fell in love with their home upon purchasing it in April 2013 after moving to Seward from Omaha. The house was built in 1903 with a folk Victorian style. It has unique features such as tall ceilings that Jessica loves and a wrap-around porch that Kurth appreciates. The Brashears have found that the large yard is enjoyable for their three children, and the modern kitchen is perfect for entertaining guests.
Roger & Carrie Fitzke
777 E. Pinewood Avenue
Roger and Carrie Fitzke purchased their home in January 2011. The house was built in 1978 for the family of Dr. and Mrs. Plessmen. Over the last four years, the Fitzkes have remodeled the Tudor-style home, which has five bedrooms and sits on one acre of land. The house is located in close proximity to a walking path that allows the family to watch many ball games in the summer.
Kyle & Allison Garrett Johnson
222 S. Columbia Avenue
The house that used to be Studio E is now a photography studio for Allison, who moved to Seward from Lincoln after marrying Kyle in January 2015. The Johnsons loved the modern feel of the home combined with the charm of the wooden floors, original cabinets and French doors.
Mark & Ingrid Minchow
1421 205th Drive
Located near the hills of Garland, the home of Mark and Ingrid Minchow is partially timber framed. The frame was built traditionally with no bolts, nails or screws to hold it together. Much of the wood was salvaged from a subway rail in Toronto, Canada. The house sits so that the south wall of windows provides heat and a luscious view of the Nebraska woodlands. The Minchows have enjoyed accenting their home to match the woodlands, and the open floor plan provides an abundance of room for their family of four.
Steve & Jenny Pinkall
777 E. Pinewood Avenue
Steve and Jenny Pinkall began living in their home in January 2013. It has had two previous owners since being built in 2007. Their home has many perks, including a great amount of openness and a large kitchen. It is a ranch style house with four bedrooms, and the décor is traditional.
