We are happy to present a second set of photographs provided to us by Janel Bantz Photography.
More pictures are available after the jump. And for more information on Janel Bantz Photography, go to http://www.janelbantz.com
By Dawn Fluhler
As if bookending the entire build, it started to rain again at the “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” site in Bunker Hill, Ind. as the Cowan-Brown saw their new house. Here are a collection of shots from the Reveal. For more photos, go to http://www.flickr.com/photos/hallmarkhomesinc/tags/thereveal
Kelly Thompson and Annie Britigan take shelter under their umbrellas while cheering during the “Move that bus!” taping.
Many people brought their own signs to wave in support of the Cowan-Brown family – and maybe to catch the eye of the ABC cameras.
We have posted more pictures from the Reveal of the Cowan-Brown’s new house from Hallmark Homes and “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.” To see all of the Reveal pictures, go to http://www.flickr.com/photos/hallmarkhomesinc/tags/thereveal
While we can’t show you pictures from the new house or the family reaction (that would ruin the “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” episode in January!), we can show photographs that were taken of the crowd as they react to the sights and sounds of the big Reveal of the new Cowan-Brown house.
To see more pictures of the crowd, go to http://www.flickr.com/photos/hallmarkhomesinc/tags/thereveal/
By Jenelle Bickel
Groups of spectators have been gathering at the “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” site all morning.
“We arrived at Grissom [Air Force Base] at about 10, but didn’t get to the site until about 11,” Andrea Wilson said.
Good morning everyone from the “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” build site in Bunker Hill, Ind.! There’s definitely a buzz in the air as we build up to the Reveal and prepare to “Move That Bus.”
A couple notes on the activities for today. Buses have begun to shuttle spectators from the Grissom Air Force Base to the build site. We will have as many buses running from the base to the site, lines have already started forming at the base, so plan accordingly.
The field site is still a little muddy, so plan your footwear accordingly. The weather should stay in the 50-60 degree range today, so don’t forget to dress comfortably and warm.
Currently, the official scheduled time for the Reveal is 3 p.m. We hope to see you out here as we share this gift with the Cowan-Brown family.
It’s much quieter at the “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” build on Monday morning. At least, that’s the case on the field side of the site. Kind of like a calm before the storm, the spectators haven’t come out in the numbers that they did yesterday for Family Day or that are expected for tomorrow’s big reveal.
That’s led to a much quieter site. The spectator tent has been closed in preparation for the post-Reveal festivities on Tuesday night. Sponsors are still around, providing goods and services everywhere you look.
On the other side of the road, at the Cowan-Brown’s new home, the contractors and volunteers continue to work at a frenetic pace. They are making sure to turn every screw and hammer every nail in advance of Tuesday.
That’s our update from Bunker Hill, Ind. Everyone is amping up for the return of the Cowan-Browns and to “Move That Bus” tomorrow.
By: Jenelle Bickel and Katie Byrns
Sunday at the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition site was packed.
The weather forced the ABC crew to shut down the parking facilities on site (since the bean field was flooded), spectators have been routed to the Grissom Air Museum where local school bus shuttles are transporting people from the base to the build site. As of noon on Sunday, six buses were shuttling people between locations.
Once the spectators arrived, though, they began work on one of the most important pieces of the Makeover: the sign-making site where children were encouraged to make signs for The Reveal on Tuesday.
By Katie Byrns
The American Red Cross Blood Drive, happening today until 5 p.m. is well under way. The Red Cross brought four donation RVs to handle the crowd and get donors in and out efficiently.
As of noon, the Red Cross is projecting that they will meet their limit for donors by the end of the drive at 5 p.m. There is still time to come out and donate, so head to the Grissom Air Force Base as soon as possible to get in and donate.
Patience may be required as the strong turnout has led to a waiting period before one can donate. Donuts, coffee, and hot chocolate are available to the donors as they wait.
By Jenelle Bickel
The events of Family Day have brought a much different crowd into the site. Children of all ages and their families are exploring the build and interacting with the variety of entertainers and sponsors that are here today.
Jessica Chapman and her daughter, Hayleigh, are enjoying Family Day. Poster board and markers have been provided for making signs that will be held in the spectator area.
Chapman is not only a spectator, but she is also scheduled to work a volunteer shift at midnight. The Chapman family is very involved with volunteer work, including Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), and believes this is a great experience for this community.
“With all the job loss that has been happening, this has helped the community greatly,” Chapman said. “This project also brings us together as a community.”
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