Just before Christmas 2018, Home Hardware opened its doors in Golden, bringing in tools and resources to help residents with projects, renovations, fixes, hobbies, and more.
On June 13, Home Hardware will host its official grand opening with a 2×4 cutting ceremony at 9 a.m., similar to a ribbon cutting ceremony, said store manager Evan Raycraft. The grand opening will take place over three days, with a free pancake breakfast from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 15, followed by a free barbecue from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in support of the Rotary and Interact Cubs of Golden. There will be kids ‘ activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., including face painting, balloons, a colouring table, and a guest appearance by Handy Andy, Home Hardware’s official mascot.
Ten employees work at the Golden location, including Raycraft. Still, Home Hardware employs up to 100 people between Golden and Invermere, explained Angela Miller, a family member helping with grand opening planning. Employing local people and supporting the community is vital to Home Hardware.
“Golden Home Building Centre supports the local hockey team; they are [hero] sponsors for the Kicking Horse [Culture] and support various non-profit organizations,” Angela said.
Al Miller decided to open the Home Hardware store in Golden after seeing the need in the community. He has worked for Home Hardware since 1971 and owns the location in Invermere. The stores work closely together to bring in stock when people need it and offer expertise. Invermere’s sales, support, and delivery team supports the Golden Home Hardware team.
Check out everything Home Hardware offers at the grand opening, and meet the expert team at the Golden Home Building Centre at 909 11th Avenue S., or call 250-344-6980 for more information.
Raycraft said the grand opening flyer would be delivered in the mail and outline all sales.
