PLACES TO GO | EVENTS | THINGS TO DO - 12/02/11 10:37 PM
Nov 18 to Dec 28 | The North Pole Express at Essex Steam Train, Essex, CT www.essexsteamtrain.com
Nov 19 to Jan 6 | Holiday Light Fantasia, Goodwin Park, Hartford, CT www.holidaylightfantasia.org
Dec 2 to 4 | Christmas Stroll Weekend, Nantucket, MA www.nantucketchamber.org/enjoy/
Dec 2 to 4 | LEGO KidsFest, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT http://www.legokidsfest.com
Dec 9 to 11 | Wassail Weekend, Woodstock, VT http://www.woodstockvt.com/wassail.php
Dec 18 | Mystic Seaport's Community Carol Sing, Mystic, CT http://www.mysticseaport.org
Dec 26 to 28 | 41st Annual Christmas in Newport, RI Tour of Historic Private Homes, 4-7 pm, $3 per house 401-293-0965
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WHERE IN THE WORLD...North Pole, AK - 12/02/11 10:30 PM
North Pole, Alaska - Where the Spirit of Christmas lives year 'round.
 
In 1953, Davis, AK was renamed North Pole, AK, in hopes of attracting business.  The hope was that a toy manufacturer might open a plant so products could be "made in North Pole".  Or perhaps a Santa Land would open which could be a destination like Disneyland.  Both endeavors failed but a theme city has grown.  Today, many streets bear holiday names such as Santa Claus Lane and Mistletoe Road.  Street lights reflect a candy cane motif and many buildings are painted with Christmas colors and designs.
 
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What is a Short Sale? - 12/02/11 10:20 PM
A short sale is a real estate transaction where the net proceeds from the sale of the property is less than the total amount owed to the lenders with the difference being the deficiency.  We list the property for sale and once the seller accepts a purchase offer and signs a Purchase and Sales Agreement, it is submitted to the bank with several other documents. Before the sale can be completed, the lender must review and approve a preliminary HUD-1 showing their net proceeds and all closing costs.  Typically, a short sale property is sold "as is" meaning the sellers will … (0 comments)

Holiday Gift Guide 2011 - 12/02/11 10:11 PM
"It is better to give than to receive". Bible verse
 
Are you still pondering what to get that certain someone in your life during this holiday season?  Here are some unique gift ideas, courtesy of Real Simple Magazine.  Happy shopping!
 
For the Man about Town
Crank Radio: a solar and hand-powered radio with a flashlight and a phone charger.
To buy: Mini solar emergency radio, $50, llbean.com
 
For Glamour Girls
Rosette Clutch: adds a kick to a simple black party dress.
To buy: Katie clutch by Stephanie Johnson, $38, saks.com
 
For the Ultimate Professional
Letterpress Desk Calendar: … (0 comments)

 
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