Simcoe Spring Home and Cottage show returns to Orillia
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Simcoe County is once again playing host to one of the region's largest home and cottage shows.
After a three-year COVID-19 pandemic hiatus, the Simcoe Spring Home and Cottage show has returned just in time to celebrate its 30th anniversary in Orillia.
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The organizer of the home and cottage show, Glenn Wagner, said he expects a large turnout at this year's show and gave notable mention to the Chevrolet Bolt EUV plug-in that will be displayed this year.
Guests of all ages are welcome to come and will have a chance to win over $5,000 in prizes.
The show returned Saturday at the Barnfield Point Recreation Centre and will wrap up Sunday afternoon.
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