Welcome to Marine City MI. The Marine City Music and Arts Festival (a wonderful display of area talent)has been approved as a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization! Make a tax-deductible contribution today! Call Marine City Chamber of Commerce. 226 S. Water St. Marine City, MI 48039 . (810) 765-4501 chamberoffice@marinecitychamber.net for more information.
TICKET INFORMATION
All musical performances are free. See Schedule for other events and show times for music events
Cover charge for the Beach Party $2.00 for adults - id check - wristbands
FOR BEACH PARTY AND NAUTICAL PARK: Purchase tickets for beverages and food at the ticket booth. One ticket = $1.00 14 oz. glass of beer = $2.00 First 48 oz. pitcher of beer = $5.00 Beer refill = $4.00 10 oz. glass of wine = $3.00 Food = $4.00 maximum
Entrance fee for quilt and photography exhibit $3.00 per person $2.00 with the donation of one can of food
The seller of my listing 5411 Pointe Drive, East China MI requested an Open House On Sunday, we reduced the price, posted to several websites, put signs out for the week, advertised in the Detroit Free Pressand arrived in plenty of time to set up flyers etc. Open house was from 1-3PM. One never knows if the buyers will come to an open house in this area. It is far from X-way. Most of my buyers today come from Internet advertising and referrals. But my seller wanted me to try it. What sellers today don't understand that 9 out of 10 buyers will do one of 2 things - locate a good buyer's agent to help them with their purchase or go to the Internet themselves and "window shop" then call and make an appointment.
The View was a great serenity moment for me. I had my lap top with air card and did some web updates, answered a few calls, made some appointments for Monday and had one visitor. They did not stop because of any of the Open House efforts I put forth. They saw my car and stopped to "catch up".
Not worried about the dollars spent, or time away from home. I have a happy seller, I had a wonderfully productive 2 hours, renewed an acquaintence and went home. What would you do???
We all know the people on ActiveRain that read our blogs, they leave comments and we get to know who is reading them. But what do you know about the consumer who is silently reading your blog? Do you even know who is reading your blog? Do you know how they found your blog? Do you know where the people live that are looking at your blog?
I do, and so can you.
Here's How:
I'm sure you all know about the greatGoogle analytics, the problem with Google analytics is it doesn't currently work with your ActiveRain blog. How sad, I know! :( There is a solution, the website analytics called Get Clicky does work with your blog. It's super easy for the beginner to use. I have been using Get Clicky for about 2 weeks now, and I know I couldn't blog without it. Here's what the search results look like for today on my blog.
This is a screen shot showing the search phrases people found my blog with. If you click on each search phrase, it will then take you to another page that shows you what search engine was used. It will also show you where they live, how long they were there, IP address, and time on site. And if I can use it, I know you can.
This is what it looks like when you click on the search phrase, you can see all the information such as bounce rate compared to site bounce rate, average time per visit, average time spent, actions, and how many people visited with this search phrase. Easy to read, and you can get some valuable information.
What I can gather by looking at this is:
Someone found my website with the term "what is a Realtor suppose to do," but they were only on my site for 5 seconds. This means that I didn't give them what they wanted. :(
Now, I can go search this very same phrase in Google and see what competition I have. Once I check out the competition I can then blog about what a Realtor should do, and make my blog better.
So the next time someone searches this same term, or something like it in Google, I can have the correct information for them and make them happy. This will bring them back again and again, or maybe even a subscriber!
I do this with all the search terms that people use to find my blog that I would never have thought of without Get Clicky. This is a great tool to tweak the blogs that people are currently finding, and a great way to come up with new blogs to write about.
If you do this, you will soon see the effects, and you will turn up in the search engines for more and more long tail keywords. This will help you become an authority in Google's eyes, which will lead to higher rankings for your more competitive keywords.
I am no expert with analytics, and there is a whole lot more to learn out there. This is something simple I think the basic user, like myself, and maybe you can use, to help you increase your blog's performance.
How Do I Get Clicky!
I thought you would never ask...all you have to do is go to their home page, hit the Register Now button and sign up! It's free for the basic account, you get the premium account for the first 21 days, and if you want to pay for the premium account you can. Once you have registered your user name it will ask you what website you want to use. Go to your homepage of your blog, mine is http://activerain.com/blogs/lisaudy,yours should be something similar, and add that to the website portion of the sign up page. Once you have done that it will generate your HTML code to copy and paste into your blogs description.
This is what the HTML code will look like.
Where Do I Copy The HTML Code To MY Blog To Make It Work?
If you go to your blog home page, hit the Settings button on the left hand side of your screen. Once you click, it should take you to a screen that looks like this:
If you see the blog description box this is where you paste your HTML code. (It's right below the blog title box, the 2nd box down.) As you can see, I have my code at the very top of my description page. Kind of hard to see, but it's there I promise you!
Once you have pasted the code go ahead and hit update, and voila! You can now spy on the people looking at your blog just like me! If your having any trouble with this go ahead and email me I would love to help you out! Lisa@LisaUdy.com
For more blogging tips from the Newbie's point of view check out these articles:
While in Atlanta last month at REtech South one of the comments that I heard an Activerain member was, "Jeremy, there is just so much stuff and I have no way of learning it! I need someone to teach me!" My response was, why do you need to pay someone thousands of dollars to train you when it is all right here on Activerain!
So how can this be a useful tool? Well, to start, lets say you once read a great post by someone named Jeremy, but didn't subscribe to his blog. Now two weeks later you cannot find your way back to his blog. If you do a search of just the word Jeremy, you can find every post on Activerain with the term Jeremy.
So As you can see, the results show up fast (.23 Seconds, WOW). The first entry on the list is a post written by someone about me. The Second is a link to my outside blog. The third is the one that actually takes them to my profile on activerain. If you notice at the top of the search bar, there are a few ways to filter your results. It I click on the members filter, you will see how the results change.
Now, the results just shows members of our community. So what about some of the other filters how could they come in handy. First, maybe you are rather new to real estate 2.0 and do not understand what twitter, facebook and all these other networks are and how they can create business. So, you may want to read some posts about Activerain's Outside Blogs. What a better place to look than a group on it. So, if you type outside blogs in the search box and filter by groups, here will be your results:
One of the great features of Activerain is that it is a community made up of members who give back to the community on countless occasions. With over a million posts on Activerain, there is a good chance that you will be able to find the answer to any question by using the search button.
In closing, if you have any questions on how to do anything on Activerain, or whatever else, use the Activerain Search button! It can save you thousands on training!
I leave you with a few searches to get you started:
Another opportunity to help a local family. Anita's is hosting a fundraiser for Cathy Velarde to raise money for her to purchase hearing aids. She hasn't heard her childrens' voices in 9 years... as if that weren't enough, she can not get a job without being able to communicate with others in good times, and she keeps to herself as it is cumbersome trying to communicate with those who do not know sign language. The bottom line is she doesn't know a lot of people in the community and it will be tough to raise the money needed ($2,500) because she doesn't have any family in the area, etc...
So, I would like to invite everyone to help if you can. First and foremost, by coming to Anita's and meeting Cathy and her family and secondly, if you are able donate anything they family would be very appreciative (any donations can be dropped off at Anita's Place). You may have met her kids as they have been doing the best that they can to spread the word.
Along with the Spaghetti Dinner... Salad, hot from the oven breadsticks, beverage, and bite size treats we call the Cinny Minnies. $18 per couple for good food and a chance to help a neighbor in need.
Thank you for your consideration! We hope to see you there! Sunday, March 29th 12-6 pm. John, Dominic, Tony, and the Anita's Place family.
The AIG fiasco has been the focus of much opinion and emotional conversation. My nephew posted a thought about it on his Facebook page and I made a quick uninformed comment. My niece (his sister) responded with a lot of interesting points about what is really going on. Shortly after, I read AIG is just a Smokescreen! by Katerina Gasset - a well written and informative view about the reality of what is going on with AIG and the bailout.
I was sure my niece would enjoy reading it and posted a link on her Facebook page. The ActiveRain logo came along with the link - showcasing ActiveRain. My niece commented on the link saying it was excellent and with all her friends who read her page, Katerina Gasset's post received more attention. My niece is also on Twitter and tweeted the link. All of a sudden it dawned on me-why didn't I do that-like reblogging? I don't have a large amount of subscribers on AR so I never use the reblog button. I subscribe to many of the top bloggers so I figure everyone has already read a post. But the same doesn't hold true on Twitter. I am always looking for stories I think worth tweeting and often retweet my favorites.
Having seen the light, I went back and tweeted a link to Katerina Gasset's AIG post. There is a wealth of information on AR that I can share with my followers on Twitter. That morning I had also read a very funny post by Brigita McKelvie on Curtain Rods and tweeted the link. For those AR bloggers on Twitter, this is a great way to share each other's great posts and create traffic to ActiveRain. It would have been interesting to track Katerina Gasset's statistics to see if they increased. So, let's make a habit of tweeting our favorite contributions of our community and create more traffic to each other's blog-not to mention sharing the wealth of content here on ActiveRain. We love Google juice.
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Purchasing or moving into a new home is the investment of a lifetime. The path to home owner ship is also one that will bring additional responsibilities into your life. Used in many construction applications for the greater part of the 20th century, asbestos is a fibrous mineral that possesses many intrinsic traits.
In most situations, asbestos appears in roof shingles, dry wall, attic insulation, popcorn ceilings, joint compounds and electrical wires. It’s flame resistant and durable qualities made it an ideal choice for many industries.
Potential Michigan home buyers or those seeking to remodel an older home should be aware that homes built before 1980 may still contain asbestos materials. This is not to make you frightened because asbestos exposure is easily preventable by taking simple precautions. There are now many eco-sustainable options that replace the need for asbestos.
Asbestos that is in a good state is not considered harmful. If any asbestos is located in your home, the best thing to do is leave it un-disturbed until a home inspector can determine the best course of action. Although asbestos exposure does not always lead a related illness, long term inhalation of its fibers can cause a rare but severe ailment known as pleural mesothelioma . Approximately 2,000 to 3,000 new mesothelioma cases are reported every year in the United States alone, while researches are constantly searching for a mesothelioma cure.
According to the experts, the general rule of thumb is if the asbestos is in good shape, it's posing no apparent risk. If it's in bad shape, it could be a problem. In many situations, the best action in dealing with asbestos is no action at all. However, if an inspector deems removal necessary, it must be performed by a licensed abatement contractor who is trained in handling asbestos materials.
As responsible inhabitants of Earth, we are obligated to nurture and sustain this planet. With growing education and technology in green sustainable energy and building resources, Michigan has taken actions to ensure safety and health is a top priority in this great state. Non-profit organizations such as Michigan GREEN , consists of energy consultants and companies who have joined forces with schools, government agencies and conscious individuals to promote the cause of renewable and green efficiency throughout the U.S.
Recycled building materials that are viable options to asbestos include: cellulose, cotton fiber and lcynene foam. These environmentally sustainable products can also reduce annual energy costs by 25 to 35 percent. The move to a greener lifestyle will build on the change to healthier methods of building products, home remodeling and renovation. These new environmentally-sustainable alternatives create healthier, quieter and more energy efficient homes in the 21st century.
On March 10th, the St. Clair County Community Services Coordinating Body is sponsoring our 2nd annual "Community Resource Fair" from 10am-4pm at St. Clair County Community College. This event is geared toward the growing number of county residents who are homeless or at-risk of becominghomeless. Last year's Community Resource Fair drew a much larger crowd than we expected. We had approximately 650 people attend, over 35 vendors providing services, and more than 150 volunteers. We outgrew our facility before the doors even opened!
This year, with unemployment at an all-time high in our community, we are planning for a minimum of 1,500 attendees. We will be distributing personal hygiene kits, spring and summer clothing, and business attire. In addition, the Resource Fair will provide an array of community services, including on-site medication reviews, breast exams, mental health assessments, blood pressure checks, eyeglass repairs, haircuts, and more. Please help us spread the word about this valuable community event. We could use your help with collecting personal hygiene items for the hygiene kits that will be distributed at this event. We are in need of 1,500 kits for men/women, and 500 for children. The following items will be included in the kits: Toothbrushes for adults and children Toothpaste for adults and children Bath toys for children Bubble bath for children Shampoo and conditioner for both adults and children disposable razors shaving cream full size bars of soap dental floss Deodorant. Items may be dropped off by Feb 13 at my office in Marine City:
Real Estate One Westrick 505 West Blvd Marine City, MI 48039 810-765-8167 for pick up
Water side of home boasts lots of windows for viewing ships passing from many lands
East China St Clair River front home. Comfortable 3 bedrooms 2 bath cedar/vinyl sided home features Cathedral ceiling in living room/kitchen. Oak kitchen with appliances. Huge 24×12 beck to relax on and enjoy passing ships from many lands.Home has been well maintained and shares driveway and driveway up keep expense with adjoining land owner to the south. Garage w/storage area. Steel seawall, Quick Possession - Be ready for summer on the beautiful St. Clair River. You can view more details of this listing and some extra photos are here too.
This home has appliances and is ready to go offering immediate possession at close. Call Wynne Achatz 810-765-8167 for your private showing today.
I understand that it is not just real estate, it is your home...your land....your life.
It's my goal to be of service to my community & help when I can. My profession, a Michigan Real Estate Broker and REALTOR Member of the National Association and Michigan Association of REALTORS, enables me to help buyers and sellers achieve the "American Dream" of home ownership.It is a pleasure and an honor to be able to help. Visit www.wynnea.com When you are ready to make your next move, call to find out more. email me or call me 810-765-8167.
Disclaimer: ActiveRain Corp. does not necessarily endorse the real estate agents, loan officers and brokers listed on this site. These real estate profiles, blogs and blog entries are provided here as a courtesy to our visitors to help them make an informed decision when buying or selling a house. ActiveRain Corp. takes no responsibility for the content in these profiles, that are written by the members of this community.
requested an Open House On Sunday, 
I had my lap top with air card and did some web updates, answered a few calls, made some appointments for Monday and had one visitor. They did not stop because of any of the Open House efforts I put forth. They saw my car and stopped to "catch up". 
member was, "Jeremy, there is just so much stuff and I have no way of learning it! I need someone to teach me!" My response was, why do you need to pay someone thousands of dollars to train you when it is all right here on Activerain!
Another opportunity to help a local family. Anita's is hosting a fundraiser for Cathy Velarde to raise money for her to purchase hearing aids. She hasn't heard her childrens' voices in 9 years... as if that weren't enough, she can not get a job without being able to communicate with others in good times, and she keeps to herself as it is cumbersome trying to communicate with those who do not know sign language. The bottom line is she doesn't know a lot of people in the community and it will be tough to raise the money needed ($2,500) because she doesn't have any family in the area, etc...
The AIG fiasco has been the focus of much opinion and emotional conversation. My nephew posted a thought about it on his Facebook page and I made a quick uninformed comment. My niece (his sister) responded with a lot of interesting points about what is really going on. Shortly after, I read 
On March 10th, the St. Clair County Community Services Coordinating Body is sponsoring our 2nd annual "Community Resource Fair" from 10am-4pm at St. Clair County Community College. This event is geared toward the growing number of county residents who are homeless or at-risk of becominghomeless. Last year's Community Resource Fair drew a much larger crowd than we expected. We had approximately 650 people attend, over 35 vendors providing services, and more than 150 volunteers. We outgrew our facility before the doors even opened! 
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