Three stunning homes in Westridge will be decorated in the season's finest as part of Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital's 27 th Annual Holiday Home Tour on Saturday, December 1.

Hosted by volunteers from the Home Tour League, the tour is part of a time-honored Santa Clarita holiday tradition that draws thousands of people each year. Attendees not only gain early holiday decorating ideas, they support their community hospital in the process; funds raised by the Holiday Home tour will benefit Women's Services at Henry Mayo.

This year's Home Tour theme, "A Heritage Holiday," is a nod to the cherished traditions that help make up a family's "heritage," with the added symbolism of the Heritage Oaks for which Westridge is known.

"I think the tour attendees are going to be very excited about the homes we've chosen for this year's Home Tour," said Home Tour event coordinator Laura Chesler. "While all the homes are in the Valencia community of Westridge, each one brings something unique to the tour, from breathtaking views to amazing architectural details. Combined with the talented decorators we have on board, it's going to make for an event that can't be missed."

David and Terri Slone's Mediterranean-style home will be decorated by Lisa Duncan, with a theme of "A Holiday to Remember," while the traditional Tuscan residence of Michael and Molly Serrao will be decorated by Billie Hubbard in "A Bella Christmas." Rounding out the tour is the Spanish-style Tuscan home of Martin Avila and Fredye Gonzales, which will be decorated by Gonzales as "It's A Wonderful Life."

"All the homeowners were incredibly gracious about opening their homes to the public for the tour," Chesler said. "It can be a little daunting, knowing that so many people are going to be touring your home, so we are so thankful for their generosity."

The Home Tour will be open to all adults and children over 12 years of age between 9:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Saturday, December 1. Tour tickets are $25 if purchased before December 2 and $30 if purchased at the boutique or at any of the featured homes on the day of the Home Tour.

A holiday boutique will take place in conjunction with the tour at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Assembly Hall in Newhall on December1 from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. The sale will include clothing, handcrafted artwork, holiday décor, toffee, and gift items. Complimentary refreshments will be served in the "hospitality" room adjacent to the boutique as Henry Mayo's way of thanking the community for its support throughout the year. Proceeds from the gala and boutique will also benefit the hospital's Women's Services Unit.

A kick-off Holiday Preview Gala at the Tournament Players Club in Westridge on the evening of Friday, November 30 is a $100-per-person, black-tie optional event open to the community. The gala will offer attendees a preview of the homes to be featured on the Home Tour the following day.

For more information, please visit www.henrymayo.com or contact the hospital Foundation at (661) 253-8082.

HOLIDAY HOME TOUR TICKET OUTLETS:
Candleman, 28269 Newhall Ranch Road, Santa Clarita, 257-9420
Chickarita, 23360 Valencia Boulevard, Valencia, 254-0013
Cobblestone Cottage, 24335 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia, 253-0209
Debbie's Hallmark Sierra, 26880 Sierra Highway, Canyon Country, 250-4041
Debbie's Hallmark Soledad, 16628 Soledad Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, 252-3199
Dress'r Drawers, 19382 Soledad Canyon Road, Canyon Country, 250-1121
Hart Park Gift Shop, 24151 San Fernando Road, Newhall, 284-5902
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Health Foundation Office, 23871 McBean Parkway, Valencia, 253-8082
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital Gift Shop,,23845 McBean Parkway, Valencia, 255-8272
La Via Bella, 25914 The Old Road, Valencia, 222-7006
Margo's, 23550 Lyons Avenue, Valencia, 255-9122
Paper Mulberry, 26922 The Old Road, Valencia, 255-3399
Orchid Gift Emporium, 23290 Summerhill Lane, Valencia, 296-8777
Quilted Heart, 24201 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 1371, Valencia, 255-0771
Rooms and Blooms, 24264 Valencia Boulevard, Valencia, 287-0050
Simply Knitting, 22913 #189 Soledad Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, 259-6864
Vignette, 24204 Valencia Boulevard, Valencia, 253-1224