Press Release

ONTARIO, Calif., October 26, 2005 – Whether you're dreaming about purchasing your first home or you're looking to remodel your current home, you won't want to miss the Sixth Annual Inland Empire Home Remodeling and Design Show scheduled for October 28-30 at the Ontario Convention Center. This year's show will feature over 450 exhibits on a variety of topics, including room additions, landscaping, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, painting, floor installation and decorating.

"Owning a custom home is part of the American dream," said Bob Brown, general manager of Ontario Convention and Visitors Bureau. "At the Inland Empire Home Show, current and prospective homeowners will see that having the home they dream about is easier than they might think."

Brown estimates 12,000 people will attend the Home Show, bringing $400,000 in economic impact to the City of Ontario.

The Inland Empire Home Show, sponsored by Thorsch Productions, will feature daily seminars highlighted by author/humorist Joey Green, experienced professionals available to answer your trickiest home improvement questions, exhibits showcasing the latest products and services in home remodeling, design and safety and themed room displays for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and children.

While at the Home Show, attendees should register for the chance to win one of the show's four large prizes: an $8,250 grand prize, a $5,000 kitchen cabinet from Home Improvement King, a $1,750 Pacific Green Furniture package or a $1,750 Visions bedroom.

The Inland Empire Home Show is scheduled for October 28-30 from noon to 8:00 p.m., 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., respectively, at the Ontario Convention Center, located at 2000 Convention Center Way. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors 62 and older and free for youth 18 and under when accompanied by a paying adult. For more information, visit www.theshowco.com.