Two-storey playhouse drew a lot of attention from adults and children at Sidewalk Days

Every kid would love to have a playhouse, somewhere to hide with friends and play games.
Not many kids, though, are lucky enough to have a $12,200 playhouse like the one being raffled off to benefit two local charity organizations.
Some lucky family will take home the 12-by-13 foot structure in September, and the proceeds will go to the Moose Jaw chapters of Big Brothers/Big Sisters and Habitat for Humanity.
The building was on display at Sidewalk Days and it received some excited reactions - from kids and adults alike.
"The kids all want it. They've all got plans for it already," said Bernie Roy, chairman of Big Brothers/Big Sisters.
"People are talking about possibly using it as a guest house at a cabin, or a guest house at home. Or, like I tell the guys, if you're going to be in the doghouse, you might as well have a nice doghouse."
The home was commissioned by Dufferin Homes and designed and built by Grandeur Housing. Not your typical playhouse, it features two storeys, hardwood floors and dark wood cabinets.
"We were pleasantly surprised when we came to pick it up," said Dufferin's Glen Blager.
"Everybody saw it in the parade and they're going, 'Wow,'" added Roy. "But once you walk inside, you can't believe just how beautiful it is. The only thing missing is a bathroom."
Tickets are still available, and the draw will take place Sept. 7. The two organizations are hoping to raise $30,000 to split between them.
"We're just more than happy to help community organizations," said Blager. "Big Brothers/Big Sisters and Habitat for Humanity are very worthwhile organizations."
Blager's son Roger hit upon the concept, and pitched it to his dad. While Big Brothers/Big Sisters was originally the sole beneficiary of the raffle, Roy decided to bring in Habitat for Humanity as well.
"We thought we'd share the wealth, because it is such a big ticket item," he said. "Obviously we felt very flattered and very lucky for them to offer this to us."
Tickets - one for $2, three for $5 - can be purchased at Dufferin Homes or by calling 694-5427.

Taylor Lambert can be reached at 691-1260.