Belle Vernon Once Again Organizes ‘Homes for the Holidays’ Tour

Last Updated on Sunday, 29 October 2017 17:44

Homes for the Holidays in the Belle Vernon area is organizing its third annual tour. The event will take place on Sunday, December 3, 2017 from 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased by calling 724-929-9636. Here’s a glimpse of three of the venues that are on this year’s tour.

Home of Gregg Cappozzi

Elegance abounds in this majestic 4.9 acre French provincial estate! Upon entering the magnificent foyer, a sweeping staircase leads your eye up to the stylish balcony and the opalescent chandelier.

Adjacent to this exquisite reception area, the family room lies in wait to provide warmth and serenity with a floor to ceiling stone fireplace and vaulted ceilings. An open floor plan carries you through to the regal dining room designed for hosting traditional holiday feasts of crown pork roast, apple-pecan stuffing, seasoned potatoes and glazed root vegetables.

Home of Dee Fisher

The Fishers arrived in Washington Township in the fall of 1970 after living in many locations during Ike Fisher’s 20-year military career. During a home search, they found this “basic” ranch, which was built in 1963. Dee, who studied interior design, saw possibilities, and consequently, renovations, additions and redecorating began immediately and continued throughout the years. The Fishers collected numerous items throughout their travels, and the summer room showcases a Christmas village that has been accumulating for 50 years!

First United Methodist Church

“What mean ye by these stones,” the ancient Hebrews asked their fathers as the gazed upon the monument at Gilgal. “Forget not the ancient landmarks” is the substance of a command repeated again and again in the Scriptures. It is fitting indeed that the descendants of the founders of this church and its member should gather together in 1983 to celebrate the 75th Diamond Jubilee of this church building.

However, there may not have been a Methodist Church in Belle Vernon if Joseph Fell and his wife Bridget had not come to America from England around 1705.