To Do Orange County NY - Sunday August 31, 2008 - 08/29/08 02:20 PM
Sunday August 31, 2008 in Orange County NY Labor Day Weekend Special Events
 Civil War Reenactment - Monroe NY
Come to Museum Village in Monroe NY for the annual Civil War Reenactment.  See the camp life, a battle reenactment, the houses and shops of this recreated village of original buildings, and learn about life during this time in history.  See my blog here for my personal invitation to this event and view a past reenactment at a different location here and here. Open from 10:00 AM t- 4:00 PM. 1010 Route 17M Monroe, NY.
For further information click on the links above … (0 comments)

What Will The Weather Be? Another Useful Side Benefit Of Reading AR Blogs - 08/29/08 07:50 AM
Will it be a washout weekend?  
I have anxiously read the reports of my fellow East Coast Active Rain Friends some of whom have talked of two days of rain from the remains of some hurricane that decided to weave it's way into our lives.  I have also kept an eye on the weather forecasts of several weather outlets (you see every expert has a slightly different take on this).  I am more concerned than usual with the possibility of a major rain situation because we will be reenacting this weekend.  That means camping in canvas tents without sewn in floors. … (16 comments)

To Do Orange County NY- Labor Day Weekend Saturday August 30, 2008 - 08/29/08 06:15 AM
Saturday August 30, 2008 in Orange County NY Labor Day Weekend Special Events
Borden Day - Village of Wallkill NY
Tours leave Borden Middle School hourly between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.  Take wagon trips through the cornfields, see barns and milking demonstrations, take an antique car ride, and more. Route 208 Wallkill, NY
For further information call 845-895-2307
Museum of the Highlands Discovery Quests
Spend the day at this Nature Museum following one of their discovery quests.  It sounds like a great time for the whole family with trails that range from easy to more challenging.  Located at 20 Kenridge … (8 comments)

Don't Let Fear Stop You From Working Towards Home Ownership! - 08/28/08 06:00 AM
Are you like many people I have spoken with who are looking for a way to own their own home?  Perhaps you have very little money to put down on a house or your credit is in a bad way. One of the worst things you can do is to sit there and say there is no way out of this mess.  Fear of being told you can't qualify for a loan stops you from even asking.  Well if you are one of those people who is allowing fear to stop them you will never learn the many ways you might … (6 comments)

Mark Your Days Off On The Calendar Minisink Valley Central School District Parents! - 08/27/08 06:53 AM
One of the first things I like to do as a new school year begins is to mark up my calendar and scheduler for the days that the children have off from school.  Of course there can be changes during the year but at least it avoids being clueless.  For parents with young children who need to have childcare available on days when school is not in session it is essential to be ready for those oddball days that come up like Superintendents Conference Days or Staff Development Days that don't follow with the standard holiday breaks that your school follows. … (0 comments)

Parents Of Valley Central School District Students Mark Your Calendars For Days Off For This School Year! - 08/27/08 06:31 AM
One of the first things I like to do as a new school year begins is to mark up my calendar and scheduler for the days that the children have off from school.  Of course there can be changes during the year but at least it avoids being clueless.  For parents with young children who need to have childcare available on days when school is not in session it is essential to be ready for those oddball days that come up like Superintendents Conference Days or Staff Development Days that don't follow with the standard holiday breaks that your school follows. … (2 comments)

Middletown City School District Parents Mark Your Calendars For This School Year - 08/27/08 06:21 AM
One of the first things I like to do as a new school year begins is to mark up my calendar and scheduler for the days that the children have off from school.  Of course there can be changes during the year but at least it avoids being clueless.  For parents with young children who need to have childcare available on days when school is not in session it is essential to be ready for those oddball days that come up like Superintendents Conference Days or Staff Development Days that don't follow with the standard holiday breaks that your school follows. … (0 comments)

Start The School Year Off With A Tip - Mark Your Calender For Days Off-Pine Bush Central School District - 08/27/08 05:58 AM
One of the first things I like to do as a new school year begins is to mark up my calender and scheduler for the days that the children have off from school.  Of course there can be changes during the year but at least it avoids being clueless.  For parents with young children who need to have childcare available on days when school is not in session it is essential to be ready for those oddball days that come up like Superintendents Conference Days or Staff Development Days that don't follow with the standard holiday breaks that your school follows. … (0 comments)

A New School Year Brings A New Superintendent For The Pine Bush Central School District - 08/26/08 05:57 AM
On August 1, 2008 the Pine Bush Central School District appointed a new Superintendent, Philip Steinberg.  Mr Stienburgh started his career as a teacher in Flushing High School and after being laid off during the budget cuts of the 1970's he went into private business for 25 years.  In 2000, he decided to reenter the educational realm and landed a job as a Vice Principal in a troubled Brooklyn High School.  He then went on to become a Principal at IS 218 where he turned the school around and got things done so that the kids there could succeed.  In 2005 he … (3 comments)

A Little Road Trip In a Classic Car - 08/25/08 08:20 AM
Yesterday morning my husband Dan was complaining that some of the toys in our garage (the two classic cars that he and my son own) were not being driven enough. I said so let's go for a ride.  Simple enough and especially welcome because I was tired and did not want to do anything about cleaning or finishing the laundry!  I finished up with a few real estate details, he got the car ready, and in the early afternoon we took off in our 1963 Barracuda.  He randomly choose a route up through Ellenville NY in Ulster County then we decided to … (17 comments)

Back to School for Pine Bush Central School Distict - 08/25/08 07:05 AM
School Starts Wednesday September 3, 2008 for the Pine Bush Central School District.  The Pine Bush Central School District was first established in 1938.  Prior to that time the area was served by various small schools within the area communities.  The District serves the students from seven Townships within three separate Counties (Orange, Ulster, and Sullivan).  There are seven schools included in the district, four elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The current enrollment of over 6000 students allows the district to provide a variety of programs to meet individual student needs.   Here are some pictures of … (9 comments)

Travel Back in Time This Labor Day Weekend - Come to Monroe NY to See a Civil War Reenactment Event - 08/24/08 06:10 AM
< There has been a lot of interest from my readers about the Civil War Re-enacting my family does.  Many of you saw the blogs I did on the weekend even at Walnut Mountain.  
Visit them Here and Here.  If you are looking for something to do Labor Day Weekend and you are in or near the Greater Hudson Valley of New York
I would love to invite you to a re-enactment to see an event for yourselves.  

Our unit the 56th NY State Volunteer Infantry is participating in a weekend event at
The Museum Village … (7 comments)

To Do Orange County NY - August 24, 2008 - 08/24/08 05:41 AM
Sunday August 24, 2008 in Orange County NY
Special Events
Have a great time with some great Barbecue At Vereerderkill Park, Pine Bush NY
Come to the barbecue to benefit the Phillip Kessler Memorial Fund at Vereerderkill Park, 3232 Route 52, Pine Bush NY.  From 12:00 PM - 7:00PM Bingo, Penny Social, Food, and Fun.  

Join the Family Hiking Club - Museum of the Highlands  Join the staff for a family hike at the Outdoor Discovery Center for a hike from 1:00 PM - 3:00PM Located at 20 Kenridge Farm Road, Cornwall, NY.  
For further information call … (2 comments)

The Quinceañera in Photos - 08/23/08 07:48 AM
The Quinceañera  was wonderful.  So many memories for these kids.                                                                                                                  
Waiting for the limo to arrive            Victoria and I got to ride in the limo during pick up because there was a mix up before hand and the driver did not have the route planned out.  Actually he was unaware that he was making 15 stops to pick up 15 kids until he was on the road to pick up the birthday girl, LOL!  Anyway, being the real estate agent paid off again because I knew most of the shortcuts and we managed to get them to … (14 comments)

To Do Orange County NY - August 23, 2008 - 08/23/08 07:04 AM
Saturday August 23, 2008 in Orange County NY Special Events

Travel just over the border of OC into Ellenville for the Blueberry Festival
Head for downtown Ellenville, NY (Ulster County) for all sorts of blueberry treats, children's activities, and entertainment (including the dancing Pizappi girls) From 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
For further information call 845-647-4620

Port Jervis NY Flea Market  Flea market at 202 Route 209 for the benefit of the Port Jervis Animal Shelter.
For further information call 845-856-3677
Museum of the Highlands -Take a Guided Discovery Quest
Come explore nature with a guided discovery quest … (6 comments)

Today is the Big Quinceañera ... And We'll Be Dancing Yeah! - 08/22/08 06:30 AM
Today is the big Quinceañera that my daughter Nicole has waited all summer to be a part of.  We have never gone to one before so it is exciting for the whole family (well maybe not my husband who is going because he feels he should and not at all for my son who declined the invite but the girls are excited and so am I)  A quinsinera is the 15th birthday party given in honor of a special right of passage in a girl's life.  This girl's heritage is Mexican and they are doing a party of epic proportions.  I have … (16 comments)

Dealing With Homeowners Who Are In Trouble - 08/20/08 07:15 AM
I went to a presentation yesterday on Short Sales and Foreclosures presented by two attorneys.  While I did not get much help on working with buyers on short sales, which is what I was hoping for since I am primarily a buyer's agent, I got a better understanding of the complexities of these situations from the homeowners perspective.  What are they going through and what is in their best interests?  I know that there are soooo many of these situations all over the country today.  We as real estate professionals will be facing them more and more as we move out of … (24 comments)

How Google Alerts Increased My SOI - 08/18/08 11:47 AM
This morning I read a blog by Desiree Daniels on Google Alerts and how they were useful in staying ahead of the competition.  I had already set up a Google Alert for my name based on another post and plan to follow up with some key word searches.   Then, just a little while ago, I received this email from one of my classmates from the Leadership Orange program I attended.  She is a partner in an advertising and public relations firm which makes her comments doubly cool.      Hi Paddy, I have set up Google Alerts for anything having … (33 comments)

Come Visit Orange County NY And Find Your New Country Place - 08/16/08 05:33 PM
As I was surfing around today looking for some new and interesting things for my Orange County visitors to do I found some interesting pages on the Orange County Tourism Site.  The Tourism Board has put together a lot of special  deals with some of our fine Orange County Getaway locations.  You can find a package deal for Romance, a Shopping Escape, or a Family Fun Package at the Homewood Suites in New Windsor, a Hiking Escape with accommodations in a Bed and Breakfast in Pine Bush, several other Shopping Packages from the Tiger Lily Inn or the Hampton Inn in Middletown,  a Romance … (3 comments)

To Do Orange County NY- August 17, 2008 - 08/16/08 04:59 PM
Sunday August 17, 2008 in Orange County NY
Special Events

Come Hear Bluegrass at Ahif Farm- Greenville, NY
Listen to live music and enjoy a variety of food starting at 10:00 AM .  5143 Route 81 Greenville NY
Click on the link above for further information on the full weekend line-up and pricing
Hear Folk Guitarist Francis Doughty at Storm King Art Center, Mountainville, NY 
If you have never visited this amazing "giant sculpture garden" this would be great weekend to go.  It has acres of fields with huge sculptures placed around the grounds.  Concert at3:45 PM 1 Museum Road, … (3 comments)

To Do Orange County NY - August 16, 2008 - 08/16/08 06:23 AM
Saturday August 16, 2008 in Orange County NY Special Events

Pine Island Summer Fest - Pine Island, NY
Come enjoy a Car Show, bands, dance performances, and an Onion Eating Contest today.  From 9:00AM to after 10:00PM for Fireworks! 16 Legion Lane Pine Island, NY
Call 845-258-1410 for further information
Come Hear Bluegrass at Ahif Farm- Greenville, NY
Listen to live music and enjoy a variety of food starting at 11:45.  5143 Route 81 Greenville NY
Click on the link above for further information on the full weekend line-up and pricing
 
Museum of the Highlands -Take a Guided Discovery … (9 comments)

The Jonas Brothers Concert with the Pizappi Girls - 08/15/08 08:08 AM
Yesterday afternoon my daughters Nicole and Victoria and I headed out to see their favorite band, The Jonas Brothers, play.  They were so excited as we took off from home in a horrible downpour.  I was really concerned as the concert was rain or shine and we had lawn seats.  As luck would have it we arrived at beautiful Bethel Woods (on the original sight  of the famous Woodstock Festival of 1969) and found blue skies and dry lawn.Of course we got there at the crack of early, I think the girls would have slept over in the parking lot if I … (13 comments)

What's your "Driving Style"? - 08/14/08 06:58 AM
On Tuesday we decided to play hooky.  My husband was between jobs and my father in law had invited us to join him down at the New Jersey Shore for a break so we took advantage of the free place to stay.  I think I needed a little break after the emotional roller coaster that the Rain has been this week and besides, I am always up for a trip to the beach.   We loaded up my car with overnight bags and beach gear and headed out about 8:30 AM for our 3 or so hour drive to south Jersey. … (38 comments)

Slow and Steady Wins The Race - A Real Estate Story - 08/11/08 06:08 AM
What a refreshing young couple I had the pleasure to take out looking for starter homes on Sunday.  They are not looking for the Taj Mahal. They are looking for a house that they can afford and be comfortable in.  They are willing to do the work needed to update and rehab if needed, and they have the skills and friends to help them do that.  

I think this is one of those times when a smaller commission means so much more to me because I am going to be helping someone who will be grateful and send some more … (13 comments)

To Do Orange County NY August 10, 2008 - 08/10/08 09:11 AM
Sunday August 10, 2008 in Orange County NY
Special Events

Hear Some Music at Storm King Art Center, Mountainville, NY 
If you have never visited this amazing "giant sculpture garden" this would be great weekend to go.  It has acres of fields with huge sculptures placed around the grounds.  Concert at 1:00 PM with Ellen Woloshin and Barney Griffin and band 1 Museum Road, Mountainville, NY  
Click link or call 845-534-3115 for more information.

If You Can't Go To The Beach...-Interactive Museum Middletown NY Exhibits and programs at this Children's Museum on Saturday highlight seashells.  From 2:00 … (9 comments)

It's a Small World In The Rain - 08/10/08 08:23 AM
Yesterday morning I was reading a blog, Great Life Lesson I Learned from a Dog.. by Celina Gleason and I looked over at the side bar and saw she was from Manning, SC.  Well it's a small world after all for sure on AR.  My house in SC is right outside of Manning and I spend a lot of time there at WalMart and other shopping meccas (it is not a big town but it has what we need there).  I emailed her to say hi.
  
I got an email from an agent, Ginger Sala, who had caught one of my blogs.  I … (16 comments)

The Key to Success in Business and Life - Pass it On! - 08/09/08 05:56 AM
Yesterday I had an appointment with my hair stylist.  We were talking about customer service and staying on top of your game in your chosen profession. Danielle is an amazing young woman who is so booked up that I need to make appointments 6 months in advance to get her.   She has a great personality and is easy to talk to.  She is a master trainer for a hair color company and travels to hair shows and educational events to help keep up with the latest techniques. She knows what she wants and goes after it.   When she dreamed of … (23 comments)

To Do Orange County NY Saturday August 9, 2008 - 08/09/08 05:23 AM
Saturday August 9, 2008 in Orange County NY Special Events

Museum of the Highlands - Life Cycles of Moths and Butterflies
Spend the day at this Nature Museum learning about and searching for moths and butterfies.  Located at 20 Kenridge Farm Road, Cornwall, NY.  Open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
For further information call 845-534-5506 x 204 or click on the above link.
Children's Sculpture Workshop Storm King Art Center, Mountainville, NY 
Browning kay will lead a tour of the giant sculptures at this unique facility.  Later children willhave the opportunity to build their own scluptures. Special event … (0 comments)

Mass Transit Guide For Orange County New York - Part 3 Other Commuter Services - 08/08/08 06:15 AM
This is the last installment in the series of blogs on various forms of Mass Transit that are available in Orange County NY.  We looked at the bus services and the rail services  that are explained more fully in a guide to all things transit called Transit Orange which was recently published by Orange County. The printed guide has a partner web site that can be reached by clicking on the link on the orange words in the last sentence. Today I will be reviewing a few of the other services mentioned in this informative guide.

Did you know you can … (8 comments)

Mass Transit Guide For Orange County New York - Part 2 The Rail Services - 08/07/08 06:49 AM
Yesterday I started a series on the mass transit available in Orange County NY.  As I said there are a lot of potential buyers who are concerned about the types of mass transit available to get them moving from place to place within and out of the county.  The Orange County planning Department has recently released a guide to all things transit called Transit Orange.  The guide shows us that the county has many types of mass transit available.  Today I will review the section on the rail travel options for Orange County that you will find more fully explained in the … (2 comments)

Mass Transit Guide For Orange County New York - Part 1 The Bus Services - 08/06/08 06:28 AM
Many potential Orange County New York home buyers ask about mass transit to get them moving from place to place within and out of the county.  The Orange County planning Department has recently released a guide to all things transit called Transit Orange.  The new web page to go with this guide is being developed right now but there is a temporary page that will give you a lot of great information about mass transit in the county.  If the print version of the guide is any indication of the final website's usefulness it will be a great resource for new … (10 comments)

Going to College on the Cheap - A Real Estate Question For the Experienced Among You - 08/05/08 06:28 AM
My son is planning to go to our local branch of the State University of New York, SUNY Orange, in Middletown NY and live home for this first year of college.  This used to be our County Community College but it has been incorperated into the State University system.  It is affordable and it makes sense to get the basics out of the way.  I just went with him yesterday to pay for the first semester and it was very affordable, just over $1500 for full time up to 15 credits.  Compared to many of the schools he was looking at last year, … (13 comments)

Civil War Reeacting Weekend Liberty NY 2008 - Part 2 The Camp Life - 08/04/08 09:09 AM
No trip to a Civil War Reenacting Weekend would be complete without viewing the camp life.  This is the part of the hobby that I enjoy most.  Our weekend at Liberty was memorable and fun. We had some severe thunderstorms that caused a bit of havoc on the camps and cut down on the amount of participants and public attendance but we had a great time in spite of it.  I hope you will enjoy the views of Camp Life and realize that I am not crazy after all for going out to live for a weekend in a tent that has … (18 comments)

Civil War Reenacting Weekend Liberty NY 2008 - Part 1 The Battle Views - 08/04/08 08:14 AM
As those of you who regularly check out my blog will know, this past weekend was a Civil War Weekend for the Pizappi Family.  I have decided to share the weekend with you in two installments. The Camp Life Views and The Battle Views.  This will be The Battle Views.We reenact to honor the men and women who believed in their causes, who fought and died in the worst war to have been fought by our country because it was brother against brother, and to always remember so it won't happen again.  The following pictures may upset those of you who do … (18 comments)

To Do in Orange County NY Sunday August 3, 2008 - 08/01/08 06:05 AM
Sunday August 3rd in Orange County NY Special Events

Head Out of the County and Back in Time to the Civil War
This is a shameless plug for the Civil War Reenactment Weekend at Walnut Mountain Park in Liberty NY that my family will be participating in.  Come join us to see a snapshot in time.  Open at 10:00 AM with a candlelight tour on Saturday Night. 
Click on the above link to my blog invite for more information
Spying During the Revolution- Washington's Headquarters Newburgh NY
Visit and tour General George Washington's Headquarters and hear a special … (9 comments)

 
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