PTA shows off homes for fundraiser

The Corona del Mar High and Middle schools PTA will host its 36th annual Home Tour on Oct. 27.

The tour of eight homes will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. But to prevent damage, no high heels, purses, backpacks, strollers or smoking will be permitted on the premises. Minimum entrance age is 12; no photography is permitted.

Proceeds from the tour, which is the PTA’s sole fundraiser, will benefit the school’s extra student programs and services. More than 400 volunteers hope to raise $100,000.

For a $60 ticket, tour goers also can enjoy a light breakfast reception at Cafe Beau Soleil, 953 Newport Center Drive, from 8 to 10 a.m.; a luncheon by Pascal of Cafe Jardin at Sherman Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Hwy., from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and an after-party at Canaletto Ristorante Veneto, 545 Newport Center Drive, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Those who purchase bus tickets will board at the cafe at 9:45 a.m.

Will call ticket pickup will be available outside the entrance to Cafe Beau Soleil between 8 and 10 a.m. the day of the event. Tickets, which are required for admittance at each venue, are nonrefundable. Call (949) 717-7697.

— Candice Baker