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sturbridge blog: Natural Living Expo on September 25 and 26, 2010 - Sturbridge, MA - 09/20/10 07:55 AM

Natural Living Expo on September 25 and 26, 2010 - Sturbridge, MA

The 4th annual Natural Living Expocomes to Sturbridge, MA, on Saturday and Sunday, September 25 and 26, 2010. The event is billed as the largest holistic event in New England, with an expected attendance of over 5000 people.
The Natural Living Expofeatures speakers on topics such as healing disease, reversing aging, serving as a psychic medium, trusting your inner voice, and the art of living. Numerous workshops will be offered, including natural food cooking, lakeside yoga, and eco-kids activities. And you won't want to miss the … (3 comments)

sturbridge blog: 7 Reasons to Move to Sturbridge, MA - 09/19/10 01:32 AM

7 Reasons to Move to Sturbridge, MA

The Sturbridge Town Hall Underwent Major Reconstruction in 2010

Sturbridge, Massachusetts, is a lovely historic town located in Central Massachusetts. Just a short drive from major metropolitan centers, Sturbridge offers the best of both worlds: Easy access to the city with a breath of fresh air at home.
Are you considering a move to Sturbridge? Here are 7 reasons to make the town of Sturbridge your new home town:
1. Location. Sturbridge sits at the junction of two major highways: the north-south Route 84, and the east-west Interstate 90 - also know as … (8 comments)

sturbridge blog: Barbecue Chicken Pizza: A Favorite Among 7th Graders - 09/18/10 03:56 PM

Barbecue Chicken Pizza: A Favorite Among 7th Graders
We had a house full of 7th grade boys today. In between running around, video games, and foosball, we ordered pizza from Village Pizza in Sturbridge, MA. With 10 boys, I figured one party pizza (30 slices) and one large pizza (12) slices would be plenty.
The party pizza had the old stand-by toppings: 1/2 cheese and 1/2 pepperoni. The large pizza was something relatively new: barbecue chicken. Let me tell you, that barbecue chicken pizza disappeared. We had to limit each kid to one slice, with a couple of the boys lucky enough … (4 comments)

sturbridge blog: Sturbridge Scarecrow Contest - Setup Begins September 17 2010 - 09/08/10 02:56 PM

Sturbridge Scarecrow Contest - Setup Begins September 17 2010
Sturbridge, MA: Fall has begun to inch its way into town, and one sure marker is the preparation of the annual Scarecrow Contest.

Held on the lawn of the Publick House Historic Inn, the Scarecrow Contest is one of the main attractions of Sturbridge's annual Harvest Festival. This year, Harvest Festival will be held the weekend of October 16th and 17th at the town common and the grounds of the Publick House.
In past years, the Scarecrow Contest has shown such creations as King Kong, rock group KISS, a sculpture made … (6 comments)

sturbridge blog: Live Music in Sturbridge, MA - Schedule for Final Week of August 2010 - 08/26/10 01:28 PM

Live Music in Sturbridge, MA - Schedule for Final Week of August 2010

Summer is winding down, but the live music scene in Sturbridge holds much to offer. Here is the lineup for the final week of August 2010:
Thursday Aug. 26:
Dusty Cobb at the Copper StallionRoute 20/Main Street 7:30 pm
Friday, Aug. 27:
Rob Adams at the Ugly Duckling Loftat the Whistling SwanRoute 20/Main Street 7 pm
Lisa Miller at the Copper StallionRoute 20/Main Street 7:30 pm
Panacheat the Oxhead TavernSturbridge Host HotelRoute 20/Main Street 7 pm
Finding Reasonat Admiral T.J. O'Brien'sRoute 20/Main Street 9 pm
Saturday, … (2 comments)

sturbridge blog: American Girl Fashion Show in Sturbridge, MA - 08/23/10 02:16 PM

American Girl Fashion Show in Sturbridge, MA

A fun event is coming up at Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. The Village will be hosting an American Girl Fashion Show in order to raise funds for its educational outreach program. Make note, this is not a fashion contest. Girls of all ages are welcome to enter as models, but they are required to be size 6X to 10.
There is a call for models on Saturday, August 28, 2010, at Old Sturbridge Village. See the American Girl Fashion Show Call for Models for details. The audition is first-come, first-served. The … (0 comments)

sturbridge blog: Sturbridge, MA - Mandatory Water Ban July 2010 - 07/07/10 08:52 AM

Sturbridge, MA - Mandatory Water Ban July 2010

You have most likely seen the signs around town. Due to the lack of rainfall in recent weeks, the town has issued a mandatory water ban for non-essential use of water. Basically, this means no watering of lawns, gardens, washing of cars and so forth, between the hours of 9 AM to 5 PM.
Why this timeframe? Quite simply, on hot dry days such as these, you can lose a good 50% of the water you may try to give to your lawn due to evaporation. Wait until the evening and early morning hours, … (2 comments)

sturbridge blog: Calendar of Events for Sturbridge, MA: July 2010 - 07/03/10 02:12 AM

Calendar of Events for Sturbridge, MA: July 2010

In addition to July 4th in Sturbridge, MA, there are quite a few special events happening in and around town during the month of July. Some highlights are below:
July 3: Feast & Fire - day-long event with parade, grand picnic, entertainment, and a bonfire
July 4: Independence Day at Old Sturbridge Village - fun and games Colonial style, with evening fireworks
July 12: Vintage Textile Show- held at the Sturbridge Host Hotel
July 13-17: Brimfield Antique Show - the summer show for this trice-yearly event
July 17: Fire and Ice Day … (2 comments)

sturbridge blog: 59-61 Cedar Street, Sturbridge MA - New Price! - 06/28/10 12:25 AM

59-61 Cedar Street, Sturbridge MA - New Price!

The price of 59-61 Cedar Street in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, has been lowered to $149,900. This is a unique fixer-upper home in need of a handy buyer. With four bedrooms and close to 2000 square feet, this unusual home could be a fabulous project for someone with vision and the resources to make updates.

Living Room with Vaulted Ceiling and Spiral Stairs to Loft

Spacious Kitchen has Fireplace and Sliders to Back Yard

First Floor Laundry

Sitting Room with Built-In Bookcases and Cupboards
More photos and information … (0 comments)

sturbridge blog: Sturbridge Real Estate Since the End of the Tax Credits - 06/12/10 12:57 AM

Sturbridge Real Estate Since the End of the Tax Credits
JUNE 12, 2010: Since the tax credits ended April 30, 2010, what has happened in Sturbridge real estate? Here is a snapshot of the real estate activity in town:
Active property listings: Currently 93 single family homes are on the market, and 18 condominiums are on the market. Four single family homes and four condos currently have accepted offers but are accepting back-up offers.
Properties under contract: There are 8 properties under agreement. Four of those were under contract before the April 30 tax credit deadline. No condos are under agreement … (0 comments)

sturbridge blog: Home Buyers and Home Sellers: What You "Say" On Facebook May Hurt You - 06/11/10 06:04 AM

Home Buyers and Home Sellers: What You "Say" Online May Hurt You
A quick tip for both home buyers and sellers: If you regularly use the social media sites, like LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter, it is best to not "talk" about your real estate issues on these forums.
Why? Because other home buyers and sellers are looking for insight into your situation, so they can use them to their advantage.
For example, if you are buying a home, suppose you put a post on Facebook that says, "I love this house! Hope our offer is accepted." If your Facebook account is open … (3 comments)

sturbridge blog: PRICE REDUCED: Fixer-upper in Sturbridge, MA - Now only $160,000 - 06/05/10 06:36 AM

PRICE REDUCED: Fixer-upper in Sturbridge, MA - Now only $160,000

The price of 59-61 Cedar Street in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, has been lowered to $160,000. This is a unique fixer-upper home in need of a handy buyer. With four bedrooms and close to 2000 square feet, this unusual home could be a fabulous project for someone with vision and the resources to make updates.
See more details at: 59cedarstreet.epropertysites.com/ or give me a call: (508) 982-0686.
Yours in real estate,
Kathryn Acciari
… (0 comments)

sturbridge blog: OPEN HOUSE in STURBRIDGE MA: Sunday June 6, 11 AM to 1 PM - 329 New Boston Road - 06/05/10 06:28 AM

OPEN HOUSE in STURBRIDGE MA: 329 New Boston Road - Sunday June 6, 11 AM to 1 PM

This Cape Cod style home is located on a pretty country lot in Sturbridge, MA. Come and see it on Sunday, June 6, 2010. You won't want to miss this opportunity!

Some of the many features of this home include:
4 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms Fully applianced kitchen with pantry 1st floor master bedroom Open floor plan highlighted by warm, wide pine planking Large living space - over 2300 square feet Set back from the road on more than 2 acres … (0 comments)

sturbridge blog: Interior Decorating from Your Desktop - Sherwin Williams - 06/04/10 03:05 AM

Interior Decorating from Your Desktop - Sherwin-Williams Color Visualizer

Do you need to paint but have difficulty selecting the right color for a room? Sherwin-Williams has a great online program to help you out. It is called the Sherwin-Williams Color Visualizer, and it lets you experiment with color in an easy (and no-mess) manner.
Simply go to the Sherwin-Williams site and launch the Color Visualizer. You can upload a photo of the room that you want to paint, then try on different colors for the surface areas in the room.
Once you've decided on your paint colors, print out a list … (0 comments)

sturbridge blog: SOLD in Sturbridge, MA: 50 Westwood Drive - 06/04/10 02:26 AM

SOLD in Sturbridge, MA: 50 Westwood Drive

SOLD in Sturbridge, MA: 50 Westwood Drive
Congratulations to Jeff and Joanna, who hired me to help them find this beautiful young home in the heart of Sturbridge, Massachusetts
List price: $274,900Sale Price: $259,900
Wishing my buyers many happy memories in their new home!

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sturbridge blog: OPEN HOUSE in STURBRIDGE MA: Sunday May 23 11 AM to 1 PM - 59 Cedar Street - 05/20/10 11:16 PM

OPEN HOUSE in STURBRIDGE MA: Sunday May 23 11 AM to 1 PM - 59 Cedar Street
"I've always wanted to see the inside of that house." A lot of people have said that, and now here is your chance. Come and visit me at 59 Cedar Street in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, on Sunday, May 23. We'll be holding an open house from 11 AM to 1 PM.

This is a unique, contemporary home in a central location of town, close to restaurants, shopping, and the town's beach on Cedar Lake. With four bedrooms and large living spaces, there … (1 comments)

sturbridge blog: JUST LISTED: Country Cape in Sturbridge MA - 05/03/10 11:20 PM

JUST LISTED: Country Cape in Sturbridge MA
Now on the market is this wonderful Cape-style home set on a pretty country road in Sturbridge, MA.

329 New Boston Road, Sturbridge Massachusetts
This lovely home offers the following features:
- 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, with over 2300 square feet of living area
- Over 2 acres of land, woods and perennial gardens
- 2-car garage and plenty of parking in the driveway; room to store a boat or trailer too
- Beautiful wide pine plank flooring
- First floor master bedroom with full bath containing walk-in stand-up shower
- Rambling, … (3 comments)

sturbridge blog: Home Sellers: There Are Only 2 Reasons Your Home Has Not Sold - 04/20/10 05:40 AM

Home Sellers: There Are Only 2 Reasons Your Home Has Not Sold

Selling a home is hard work, especially in a slow market. If your property has been on the market for more than three months, there are really only two reasons it has not sold. Here they are:
1. Your real estate agent is not using the right resources to market the property. Let's get this out of the way right off. The real estate agent you hired may not be doing the best job possible. Do you have any clue as to how your home is being marketed? If not, … (3 comments)

sturbridge blog: Sturbridge Businesses on Facebook - 04/08/10 08:30 AM

Sturbridge Businesses on Facebook

As I've been driving around town lately, I've noticed an increasing number of businesses with signs inviting people to visit them on Facebook. This is wonderful! Here is a list of business that I know of with presence on Facebook.
If you have one to add, let me know. And be sure to show your support by becoming a Fan of these businesses.
Sturbridge Businesses on Facebook
AskMeAboutSturbridge
B.T.'s Smokehouse
Cedar Street Grille
Copper Stallion
C&R Tire
HOME by Alex Pifer
Old Sturbridge Village
Rovezzi's Ristorante
Sturbridge Coffee House
Sturbridge Host Hotel
Sturbridge Orthodontics
… (4 comments)

sturbridge blog: Waterfront Living in Sturbridge, MA - Walker Pond - 04/02/10 12:01 AM

Waterfront Living in Sturbridge, MA - Walker Pond

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WALKER POND
The Walker Pond neighborhood in Sturbridge, MA, consists of a handful of streets to the east of Sturbridge's Walker Pond. Most of the homes were built in the 1970's and 1980's.

Homes in the Walker Pond Neighborhood
The attraction to Walker Pond lies in its recreational facilities. While very few houses have direct water frontage, home owners at Walker Pond have access to a sizeable private neighborhood beach, playground, tennis courts and horse stable. Annual neighborhood picnics are a highlight of the summer.
The actual body of water, Walker Pond, … (1 comments)

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