Don't Miss the 16th Annual Halloween in The Village of Plantsville, CT Thursday October 27, 2011 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a FUN and SAFE event for the entire family..... Trick-or-Treating at all of the participating Village of Plantsville merchants Music with a DJ Pumpkin carving Costume Parade on the walking trail at 5:30 p.m. Puppets at Paris In Plantsville Painted Pumpkin Contest on Town Green at 7:00 p.m Valenine The Clown  Performances by Dance City, Valentin Karate and Villari's Karate   All children under 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.   This event is brought to you by the Village of Plantsville Association, Inc. and the Southington Parks & Recreation Dept.   Call 860.621.6535 for more information.   10/25/2011

"Trunk or Treating" at Southington Drive-In Saturday October 29th, 2011 Kids....get dressed up in your Halloween costumes and enjoy Spooky Movies, "Trunk or Treating" and a Halloween parade (all children must be accompanied by an adult). Grown-ups....just decorate your trunk and bring candy to give out to all the movie-going Trunk or Treaters as they make their way through the parking lot before the show.    Gates open at 4:30 pm               "Trunk or Treating" starts at 5 pm Costume Parade 5:45 pm         Showtime 6 pm starting with Disney's Hocus Pocus (rated PG) followed by John Carpenter's Halloween (Rated R)   Times are subject to change if needed.  ADMISSION:    Southington residents $10/carload   Non-residents $13/carload Walk-ins $2 The Southington Drive-In is located at 935 M... 10/20/2011

Southington Schools Addresses Bullying and Other Safety Concerns Dr. Joseph Erardi, Jr., Superintendent of Southington, CT schools has announced a community "Safety Forum".  This 90 minute forum will include administrative updates on safety and will focus on Connecticut's new bulling legislation.   The Southington Board of Education will be hosting this forum which will take place on Monday, October 17th, 2011 at Strong Elementary School, 820 Marion Avenue in Plantsville, CT. Come and share your concerns and thoughts on how Southington schools can best handle safety and bulling issues.  Parents as well as all other Southington residents are encouraged to attend!   For additional information, contact the Southington Board of Education at 860-628-3202. 10/08/2011

Over 55 Condos at Spring Lake Village, Southington CTFor Baby Boomers, looking to down size but not give up all the conveniences, there may well be a solution at the over 55 condos at Spring Lake Village in Southington, CTSpring Lake Village Condos in Southington CT offer active adults 55 and over anything they might desire in a home with so much more. There are over 620 units, spread out over a well landscaped area offering indoor and outside activities.In season there are the tennis courts, bocce pits, the swimming pool, and a large social center offering private meeting or function rooms to residents of the Village. Spring Lake Village Adult Condos in Southington CT were developed in several phases, with the first buildings built in 1972. The last phase was completed in 1993. There a... 10/04/2011

Southington Chamber of Commerce Annual Celebrity Golf Classic The Southington Chamber of Commerce is hosting its  Annual Celebrity Golf Classic Wednesday, September 28th 2011 at Hawk's Landing Country Club, shotgun format. 8 former Boston Red Sox players are expected to be in attendance! This event is a classic that is usually sold out several weeks in advance Go here to register: Individual Player:  $195  Foursome: $750  Platinum Sponsor:  $2,200  Corporate:  $1,400   More info to follow in the coming weeks....  Visit the Southington Chamber of Commerce website for updates. 09/07/2011

Avoid These Kitchen Contractors in Southington, CT – Connecticut   Avoid These Kitchen Contractors in Southington, CT – Connecticut Your kitchen may be outdated, or you may feel as though you need something new and exciting in your home; either way, it is time to search for kitchen contractors in Southington. Finding kitchen contractors won’t be difficult, but determining which contractor you will hire for the kitchen remodel can sometimes be challenging. You want quality and craftsmanship in your kitchen, not a mess of mistakes attempted to be hidden. Unfortunately, there are many kitchen contractors that aren’t professional and can put you and your home’s value at risk. To avoid working with an unsafe kitchen contractor, follow these four steps, and feel confident that you will be wor... 09/05/2011

Dangerous Bathroom contractors in Southington, CT – Connecticut   Dangerous Bathroom contractors in Southington, CT – Connecticut Your bathroom may be outdated, or you may feel as though you need something new and exciting in your home; either way, it is time to search for Bathroom contractors in Southington. It is simple finding Bathroom contractors, but deciding which contractor you will hire for the bathroom remodel can sometimes be difficult. You want quality craftsmanship in your new bathroom, not numerous mistakes attempted to be hidden. Unfortunately, there are many dangerous Bathroom contractors that can put you and your home’s value at risk. To avoid working with an dangerous bathroom contractor, follow these four steps, and feel confident that you will soon be working with a p... 09/04/2011

Southington CT Open House 121 Timber Ridge, Sunday August 21 Hours 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM A great 55 and Older Adult Condo MLS # N311260 Priced at $169,000   Located in the Spring Lake Village condo complex in Southington CT, this is a very private first floor end unit. Very spacious, large L-shaped dining/living room, Sliders to a large private porch, overlooking wooded area, exterior recently repainted; full basement, newer windows, Adult community with walking trails, pool, tennis courts.   Style: Ranch Number of Levels: 2 Year Built: 1983 Total Fin. SqFt: 1,128 Sqft SqFt Source: Town Records Rooms: 4 Bdrms: 2 Baths: 1 1/2 Baths: 1 Parking Sp.: 1 Condo Type: First Floor Unit Number: 1 Complex Name: Spring Lake Village Units In Complex: 620 Complex Management: Professional-Off Site Taxes:... 08/18/2011

Southington CT Open House 121 Timber Ridge, Sunday May 15 Hours 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM A great 55 and Older Adult Condo MLS # N311260  Priced at $177,500   Located in the Spring Lake Village condo complex in Southington CT, this is a very private first floor end unit. Very spacious, large L-shaped dining/living room, Sliders to a large private porch, overlooking wooded area, exterior recently repainted; full basement, newer windows, Adult community with walking trails, pool, tennis courts.   Style: Ranch Number of Levels: 2 Year Built: 1983 Total Fin. SqFt: 1,128 Sqft SqFt Source: Town Records Rooms: 4 Bdrms: 2 Baths: 1 1/2 Baths: 1 Parking Sp.: 1 Condo Type: First Floor Unit Number: 1 Complex Name: Spring Lake Village Units In Complex: 620 Complex Management: Professional-Off Site Taxes: $... 05/12/2011

Save Money on Gas - Free Program at Southington Public Library Are the high gas prices getting you down?  Learn how to save TIME and MONEY at a very special FREE Program at the Southington Public Library!  On Tuesday May 10th at 6:30pm a representative from the Connecticut Department of Transportation will be sharing information about special Commuter Services that are available to us.  Do you live or work in Connecticut?  There are many options that are available to you that you may not be aware of.  These options could save you time, money and vehicle wear and tear.   Learn more about the Connecticut Commuter Services at their website:  www.ctrides.com. Go to the Southington Public Library website to register for the free event on Tuesday May 10th AT 6:30 PM.   05/07/2011

3rd Annual Southington Medication Return Program The town of Southington CT will be holding it's Medication Return Program on Saturday April 30th, 2011 at the Southington Water Dept.  SAFELY get rid of any unused and/or expired medications - keep dangerous drugs out of our water supply AND out of the hands of our children.  The Southington safe medication collection program will run from 10am to 2pm on Saturday April 30th.  The Southington Water Department Facility is located on 605 West Queen Street in Southington CT.      This is a great time to de-clutter your medicine cabinet. 04/28/2011

I'm very excited to announce the launch of my new business Staging4Smooth Transitions in Southington, Connecticut where we offer solutions for seniors who feel stuck in homes they think won't sell.  Without a doubt, seniors with homes to sell have very unique needs.... Many of the seniors I've worked with over the years have lived in the same house for decades, where they've raised families and have strong emotional ties to both their homes and neighborhoods. Most realize their houses could probably use a few updates, but they really don't want to spend a lot of money, and they're often not sure where to begin.   Countless others have accumulated A LOT of stuff.  And if they're considering a downsize move, they feel very overwhelmed by it all. Scores of others would love to be enjoying... 03/12/2011

Southington CT Open House 121 Timber Ridge, Sunday March 13 Hours 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Located in the Spring Lake Village condo complex in Southington CT, this is a very private first floor end unit. Very spacious, large L-shaped dining/living room, Sliders to a large private porch, overlooking wooded area, exterior recently repainted; full basement, newer windows, Adult community with walking trails, pool, tennis courts. Style: Ranch Number of Levels: 2 Year Built: 1983 Total Fin. SqFt: 1,128 Sqft SqFt Source: Town Records Rooms: 4 Bdrms: 2 Baths: 1 1/2 Baths: 1 Parking Sp.: 1 Condo Type: First Floor Unit Number: 1 Complex Name: Spring Lake Village Units In Complex: 620 Complex Management: Professional-Off Site Taxes: $2,723 High Sch: SOUTHINGTON Amenities: Ceiling Fan(S), Handicap Facil... 03/10/2011

Even when things are bad, they're good.  That's why I love it here in Southington Connecticut. It's a wonderful community with great people and there are lots and lots of things to do. But what I appreciate most are the schools.  I have 3 kids in the Southington Public School System and I have to say that most days, I am quite impressed with how they're run.  Today a few parts of town were experiencing flooding issues due to yesterday's rain and all the rapidly melting snow.  Dr. Joseph Erardi, the Superintendent of Southington Schools, was kind enough to notifiy all the parents of the potential for delays the school buses might experience due to a few roads being closed.  It was comforting to be assured that our children would be delivered home safely.      Southington has over 45,000 ... 03/07/2011

Another New Listing . . . 121 Timber Ridge Southington CT A Great Adult Condo MLS # N311260  Priced at $179,500 A very private first floor end unit. Very spacious, large L-shaped dining/living room, Sliders to a large private porch, overlooking wooded area, exterior recently repainted; full basement, newer windows, Adult community with walking trails, pool, tennis courts. Located in the Spring Lake Village condo complex in Southington CT Style: Ranch Number of Levels: 2 Year Built: 1983 Total Fin. SqFt: 1,128 Sqft SqFt Source: Town Records Rooms: 4 Bdrms: 2 Baths: 1 1/2 Baths: 1 Parking Sp.: 1 Condo Type: First Floor Unit Number: 1 Complex Name: Spring Lake Village Units In Complex: 620 Complex Management: Professional-Off Site Taxes: $2,723 High Sch: SOUTHINGTON Amenities: Ceiling Fan(... 02/26/2011

Spring Lake Village Condos Southington CT, Adult Living Any Way You WantSEARCH FOR CONDOS IN SOUTHINGTON CTSpring Lake Village Condos in Southington CT offer active adults 55 and over anything they might desire in a home with so much more. With over 620 units, spread out over a well landscaped area offering indoor and outside activities. In season there are the tennis courts, and the swimming pool, a large recreation facility offering private meeting or function rooms to residents of the Village.   Spring Lake Village Adult Condos in Southington CT were developed in several phases, with the first buildings built in 1972. The last phase was completed in 1993. There are a wide range of styles from a 1 bedroom efficiency unit with almost 800 square feet of living area to 3-bedroom town hou... 02/21/2011

New Standard Equipment for Property Inspectors - Snowshoes in Connecticut!? This winter has required some drastic measures in Connecticut!  This morning on Facebook, a home inspector out of Southington, Paul Peshka of N-Spect Property Inspections, posted his feet in snow shoes!  Can't get around a house without them lately!  I have an inspection in Bristol with Paul on Thursday, so I will get to see how proficient he is at using them!  I could certainly have used snowshoes yesterday when I was trying to hang a sign rider on one of my for sale signs--climbed over a drift and sank in to my waist!  As Paul heads out to all parts of Connecticut, I am sure he will have some great stories to tell of inspections over the past weeks!   View Larger Map 02/01/2011

Stock up on Bargain Books & Support the Southington Public Library! Overstock "Bag of Books" Sale going on at the Southington Public Library  Friday, February 4th - 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, February 5th - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Fill a bag with books from the Library Meeting Room for just $2.00 per bag Loads of super bargains! Books in the Friends of the Library Bookstore will be available at their regular low prices, but are not included in the "Bag of Books" sale.   All of the proceeds from this sale will be used to fund Southington Public Library programs and services provided by the Friends of the Library. Thank you for your support!   This post brought to you by Karen Bernetti on behalf of North Star Real Estate in Southington, Connecticut .... where EVERY listing comes wi... 01/31/2011

On Saturday December 4th I took my daughter to see Santa at The Southington Elks Lodge. The cost of admission? A non-perishable food item or monetary donation for Southington's Bread for Life.  At this wonderful event we got a FREE picture with Santa, enjoyed many fun arts and crafts and listened to a great performance by the Southington High School Band!  And I almost forgot the goodies at the bake sale - they were yummy!  We are grateful to the sponsors of this event: The Southington High School Band Backers and The Southington Elks Club.  All this to support a great cause - the Southington Bread for Life... Feeding the hungry has been Bread for Life’s number one priority for over 25 years.  Their mission, of course, is made possible because of the generous support received from the S... 12/07/2010

The Haunting on Connecticut. The Season of Spirits.     You'll find it all here in Southington Connecticut!  There is a home right here in Southington that was the inspiration for the movie, The Haunting of Connecticut.  The presence of demons in a house that was a mortuary years ago, has been the subject of books, documentaries and movies.  (Go here to learn more about the history of this house.)  There has been much debate over whether the events of this "true" story actually took place.  While no one really knows for sure - it's sure fun to talk about ESPECIALLY this time of year!   I'm sure it will be discussed on Thursday night at another great program that is being offered at the Southington Public Library .... The “Season of Spirits” program will be presented by The Connecticut P... 10/26/2010