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The country clubs in The Villages, Florida all have a theme and Evans Prairie is no exception.  As an extension of Brownwood Town Square the western flair is very apparent, the rustic décor is a welcome change to the other country clubs in The Villages.  Here is the description from their website:“This comfortable neighborhood restaurant brings a new American cuisine stimulated by our interpretation of Florida flavors, with a focus on fresh, clean, and local products. An eclectic menu filled with delicious fare and handcrafted cocktails made from scratch will be sure to delight the palate, while staying reasonably priced. We greatly value guest satisfaction, and go above and beyond to ensure the proper experience is had with each visit.”I have dined their a few times and the meals were ... 03/27/2023

2105 Mallery St, Flint, MIPriced to Sell $24,900.00 - ARV $44,900.00 2 – Bedroom with 1 Bathroom Full Basement, Garage Needs a light rehab and some TLC. Excellent for a Long-Term Rental Property, Flipper or First Time Homeoner  Investors Welcome!!! What the home needs to be move in ready; some paint, some flooring, touch ups to the kitchen and bathroom and some TLC.  Contact:  Roy Frank at:  (248)762-0806      rrfrank11@gmail.comPresented by: Metro Plus Realty, LLC, PO Box 1388, Highland, MI 48357 03/27/2023

1108 N Cornell, Flint, MIPriced to Sell $11,900.00 - ARV $44,900.00 3 – Bedroom with 1 Bathroom Crawl Space Needs a full rehab and some TLC. Excellent for a Long-Term Rental Property, Flipper or First Time Homeowner  Investors Welcome!!! What the home needs to be move in ready; drywall repair, a paint job flooring, kitchen, bathroom and some TLC.  Contact:  Roy Frank at:  (248)762-0806      rrfrank11@gmail.com 03/27/2023

The Naples Community Orchestra (NCO) will host the final performance of its 30th season on Saturday, April 22, 3:00 p.m. at Moorings Presbyterian Church, 791 Harbour Drive in Naples. A reception will follow the concert 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.  The orchestra will be conducted by Alvin Ho, artistic director at NCO and who also serves as assistant conductor with the Naples Philharmonic. The program will feature Ludwig van Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture and music from Johannes Brahms. In addition, the orchestra will perform Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Variations on a Rococo Theme with renowned cellist Adam Satinsky. During his 25 year tenure with the Naples Philharmonic, Satinsky has been lauded in his role both as a leader of the cello section and as a soloist with the orchestra. He has become a so... 03/26/2023

Don’t rouse the IRS or pay more taxes than necessary — know the score to avoid common tax mistakes.As you prepare your tax returns for 2022, be careful not to make any of these eight common tax mistakes, especially when it comes to the property tax deduction or the mortgage interest deduction. Tax pros say these home-related tax mistakes can cost you money or draw the IRS to your doorstep.8 Easy Mistakes Homeowners Make on Their Taxes   Bottom Line "There Is A Realtor For That" Buying or Selling while living on the Gulf Coast  We are Ambassadors for all things Pensacola, Pace, or Gulf Breeze, Florida whether a first-time guest or a frequent visitor when you need to know something, an excellent place to eat, who's hiring or just a real estate question do as the locals do call or text Cha... 04/01/2023

  Getting out of debt can be hard. I know; I’ve been there. When my husband and I got married, I came to the wedding with a car loan, student loans, and a handful of nearly-maxed-out credit cards. That debt that had been a nuisance as a single person suddenly felt like a huge weight now that we were “grown-ups.” Since I’d quit my job to move with my husband, I had time to make paying off debt my highest priority. Here’s how I did it. 1) Know Where You Stand The first step is to know what debt you have. You can’t get somewhere without knowing where you are now. Get a piece of paper and write down every debt. Figure out the balance, the interest rate, and the scheduled or minimum payment each month. This part can be a little scary or sad. Try not to get caught up in the emotions. This is... 03/26/2023

 NATIONAL BLACK FOREST CAKE DAY: MARCH 28TH March 28th is National Black Forest Cake Day, or Schwartzwalder Kirschtorte, as I grew up knowing it. Black Forest cake originated in Germany's Black Forest area. It's said that Black Forest cake originated as far back as the 1500's when chocolate was first available in Europe. Written recipes for Black Forest Cake did not become available till the early 1900's. It's considered the most "German" of all cakes.  This was my favorite cake as a child and it remains my favorite cake to this day. I can't think of anything better than layers of chocolate cake soaked in cherry kirsch, whipped cream, chocolate, and black cherries. "You are my black forest cake... filled with dark red mature cherries and soft sweet whipped cream... always the perfect tr... 03/28/2023

PAWS IN THE PARK PINEVILLEAPRIL 1 - 2023 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM The 9th annual Paws In The Park event takes place this Saturday, April 1st, at the Pineville Lake Park in Pineville, NC. Paws In The Park is sponsored by Charlotte Black Dogs and the Pineville Parks & Recreation Center. This is a free family event. The Paws In The Park event will include a blessing of the animals, live music, food trucks, dog contests, photo booths, and more.   Charlotte Black Dogs is a 501c3 working with rescue groups and animal shelters to promote adoptions and bring awareness to Black Dog Syndrome. Did you know: Black dogs in shelter and rescue situations often take significantly longer to be adopted than dogs with lighter colored coats? Black dogs are often the last to be adopted and the first to be eutha... 03/29/2023

Spring Cleaning TrendsSpring is a time for rebirth and rejuvenation. It’s time to eliminate any accumulation of dust, stale air, grime, or clutter that can breed bacteria and other contaminants. You can easily freshen up with simple tricks while using a system for pacing yourself to avoid becoming overwhelmed. Here are some tips for tidying up and deep cleaning your home as springtime approaches.When you don’t know where to start, think of spring cleaning as a series of phases. The first phase should be to downsize or declutter, the next to surface clean, and finally, to deep clean. Within those phases, you should begin by creating a checklist. Start by going from room to room to see which areas need the most decluttering and last cleaned a while ago. Then start with the following:Organ... 03/26/2023

If you have not had a chance to look at the beautiful home on Sanders Street in Auburn, AL with the tulips blooming everywhere I would encourage you to go and see it. It is absolutely lovely. I had a real treat on my walk past it yesterday and am sharing a few photos showing how beautiful the yard is with all the tulips that create a gorgeous masterpiece.   The owners of the home planted over 1200 tulip bulbs over the last few years. The owners are  Mary Lou and Dan Ponder and they were awarded the Loveliest Village Award last week to recognize their efforts in revitalizing their property. Not only did they plant tulips, but they added a French drain and planted native plants commonly found along local waterways beside the creek bed. The small bridge over the creek bed along with the l... 03/26/2023

🥗St. Vincent de Paul - Dining Rooms☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREEInspired by posts that I see from others, I wanted to begin a weekly series of resources for people in need that are in the East Valley.  I think continuing to research this weekly series will also help me to discover what is really out there for those in need.Daily hunger and poor nutrition take an emotional and stressful toll on people. That’s why our core programming includes serving nutritious, prepared meals at five dining rooms across metropolitan Phoenix and at more than two dozen nonprofit partners who lack kitchen facilities of their own. Together, we serve community members who are experiencing homelessness or whose ... 04/02/2023

What is the NUMBER 1 PLACE TO LIVIN IN ARIZONA? This may surprise you, GILBERT!There are more expensive cities like Scottsdale and Paradise Valley Gilbert is one of the best cities in America to live and raise a family! Here are Gilbert Homes For Sale on the Arizona MLS UPDATED DAILY on the day that you are reading this. As your Buyer's Realtor I can represent you and show you all homes listed on the MLS and watch out for YOUR best interests. Why else move to Gilbert Arizona you ask? Well it is a great places to raise a family! The following Wallet Hub shows that Gilbert Arizona (#7) and Scottsdale Arizona (#9) were both in the top 10 in best cities in the United States to raise a family.Gilbert Arizona Single Family Homes For Sale on MLS and ALWAYS UP TO DATEFor FULL PAGE View of Gilbe... 03/25/2023

Montgomery County Public Libraries Virtual Talk SeriesPam Jenoff on Tuesday, March 28 Noted authors will be featured in March and April in the continuing free Virtual Talk Series presented by Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL). The series hosts best-selling, award-winning and highly acclaimed authors from around the world. The next talk, at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 28, will have Pam Jenoff of New York Times. She is the author of the Orphan’s Tale and The Lost Girls of Paris.The featured writers in the series will cover a wide range of fiction and nonfiction genres. The series includes the opportunity to ask the authors questions. Registration is required to join each talk.A complete list of events is available on the Virtual Author Talks site on the MCPL website.Upcoming speakers... 03/26/2023

March 25th is Maryland DayMaryland Day is a legal holiday in the state of Maryland. It is observed on the anniversary of the March 25, 1634, landing of the first European settlers in the Province of Maryland, the third English colony to be settled in British North America. Maryland Day commemorates March 25, 1634. On that day, settlers disembarked from two small sailing ships - the Ark and the Dove - on to Maryland soil. At St. Clement's Island, they landed in what is now St. Mary's County, Maryland.The Maryland settlement was authorized under the charter granted June 20, 1632, by Charles I of England to Cecilius Calvert, Baron of Baltimore. Traveling on the Ark to the new colony, Leonard Calvert, Lord Baltimore's brother, led the Maryland settlers. The purpose of their voyage was not t... 03/25/2023

It was announced yesterday The Villages, Florida purchased 900 acres in Lake County for 7 million dollars.  The property is located to the southeast of the current areas being developed currently by The Villages in the Mascotte, Florida.  The Villages currently is estimated to be 57 square miles or 36,480 acres with the additional property The Villages will be close to 60 square miles.To give you an idea of how big The Villages is if you drove from the northern most point of The Villages to where they just purchased land it would be a 45-minute drive or 32 miles.  It is hard to believe The Villages started out as a small mobile home park in the 1970’s with a few hundred homes to what it is today!The joke is someday I can get to Disney World in Orlando by golf cart, well only 29 more mil... 03/25/2023

Gaithersburg Police Expedited Hiring Event on Saturday The Gaithersburg Police Department is holding an expedited hiring process event on Saturday, March 25 at 9:30 a.m. at Gaithersburg High School. The event includes an information session, initial interview, physical agility test, and written exam. Walk-ins are welcome. Learn more and apply here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Chrysanthemum, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USAIMG 7828Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 03/24/2023

The 2023 Hawaiian Scottish Festival & Highland Games and Ceilidh Saturday and Sunday, April 1 and 2, 2023 Hele mai the Annual Hawaiian Scottish Festival & Highland Games to celebrate the heritage and history of the Scots in Hawaii. Hosted by the Hawaiian Scottish Association, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.  THE FESTIVAL FEATURES: Highland games and athletics, men's and women's competition prizes (learn about the history of the athletic events) Highland Dance competition Entertainment including piping, music, song and dance A gathering of Clans from around Hawaii, as well as from the mainland, to display information pertinent to themselves, and invite other members of the clan to join them Demonstrations of swordplay, weaving, and fencing Vendors featuring Scottish wear, Celtic clothi... 03/25/2023

Gaithersburg Spring Loose Leaf Collection Starts March 27 Spring loose leaf collection for single family and townhouse owners in the City runs March 27 through April 14, weather permitting. Place leaves at the street curb by 7 a.m. on your regular recycling day.Before you begin cleaning up your yard, please consider leaving the leaves until after temperatures are constantly above 50 degrees. Many butterflies, bees and other beneficial pollinators are currently overwintering in the dead leaves and hollowed out stems of last year’s plants. Learn more about the benefits of leaving the leaves here. This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Chrysanthemum, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USAIMG 7827Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores K... 03/25/2023

Beam & Branch Realty is proud to welcome our newest member, Natali Ragan to our wonderful group of agents. Natali comes to us as an experienced agent who is ready to make her mark in the Granbury area. Natali will bring her experience in investment properties to the group and we are excited to work with her. It's also noteworthy that Natali previously ran her own non-profit right here in Hood County for many years. Her love of helping people is evident.We cannot wait for you to meet Natali so next time you are in downtown Granbury on the Square, pop in to say, "hello".  03/24/2023

MMM! For this month's marketing meeting, we didn't stay as local as we usually do. We had plans to visit a few specialty stores in Hyattsville, MD to hunt for new staging supplies (multiple listings are in the works) and decided to just pick a place nearby. Shagga is an Ethiopian restaurant serving up the most flavorful and colorful dishes. It's rather unassuming from the outside, sitting right on busy Baltimore Avenue, but the interior is cozy with just a few tables, colorful artwork and mouthwatering aromas. As soon as you step inside, your tastebuds will dance with anticipation! The service was warm, friendly, and fast, and the food was just absolutely delicious. I tried a combo of vegetarian dishes (salad, cabbage, split lentils, and split peas) and Cherie had a taste of the chicken... 03/24/2023