What You Can Do to Protect Your Home When You Go On Vacation Summer means school is out and you’re ready for a vacation! Now is a good time to review what we can do to help ensure that our homes are safe and everything is in place for our return. What to do Before you leave! ~DO NOT announce on social media where you are going. DO NOT post photos of where you are while you are gone. Make sure that your social media crazy kids do not post your whereabouts as well. It’s like telling thieves…WE’RE GONE! ~If you’re expecting packages, ask a neighbor or … Continue reading...
Free Days in Colorado for June
FREE DAYS for these places in Colorado: Botanic Gardens June 5 Plains Conservation June 13 Denver Museum of Nature and Science June 4 & June 19 Denver Art Museum June 11 Colorado National Parks June 19 Enjoy these free events and take the kids or grand kids and enjoy. Looking to buy or sell a home, give me a call, I am ready to go to work for you. … Continue reading...
Earth Day Clean-up event
Earth Day Clean-up event Keep Colorado colorful by cleaning up natural open space areas at the upcoming Earth Day Clean-up event at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 20, at Centre Hills Park, 16300 E. Centretech Parkway. All supplies provided. To register, visit AuroraGov.org/OSNRvolunteers. For questions and to register volunteers ages 15 and younger, email Fendi Despres at fdespres@auroragov.org. Free mulch The city is offering free mulch on select Saturdays (April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20 and Aug. 17). Bring your pick-up truck or open trailer, along with your shovels, … Continue reading...
It Party season for friends.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it can also be one of the most expensive. With the increased costs of travel, gifting and heating a home, hosting a holiday party can take a sizeable chunk out of your budget. With that in mind, we’ve put together these tips to have a cheerful holiday party without breaking the bank. 1. Food bars and potlucks are the name of the game Saving on food for your budget-friendly holiday celebration begins with party planning. Opt for a start time that isn’t a mealtime to avoid the cost of providing a full sit-down meal. Consider a mid-afternoon start … Continue reading...
Colorado new law as of January 1
Starting January 1 you will see some new changes at the grocery store under Colorado law no plastic bags will be available at all at the checkout line. “The option is really not guaranteed right now unless you pay for them so it sucks when you don’t wanna pay that extra $.10 or whatever so I guess they’re trying to save the whales finally,” Colorado Springs resident Antwon Yates said. But starting in 2024 you won’t be able to pay 10 cents for a plastic bag anymore. Colorado is banning stores and restaurants from using single-use plastic bags. Instead, stores will only be able to offer … Continue reading...
Aurora tree lighting
These images of an illuminated tree and Santa and singers and other festivities also link to more information about the Aurora Holiday Tree Lighting Share in seasonal cheer at the city's annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Dec. 5 Get ready to light up the night with joy and cheer! Join the city of Aurora for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, at the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway. Experience the magic of live performances by Aurora Dance Arts, the Aurora Singers and the Clara Brown Elementary School Choir, and don’t forget to share … Continue reading...
The Devil and the Halloween Pumpkin
No matter what face you carve into your Halloween pumpkin, it will probably be called the same thing: a jack-o’-lantern. But how did spooky illuminated squash get that name? Turns out, the term we use to describe glowing pumpkins comes from Stingy Jack, the main character in a centuries-old Irish myth. Americans haven’t always carved pumpkins; it wasn’t until the mid-1800s that squash was used for holiday fun. About 200 years before, those celebrating the harvest season in Ireland were making their own lanterns from turnips, beets, and other root vegetables as a way to ward off Stingy … Continue reading...
Things to do in August in Colorado
5 things to do in Colorado in August Make the most out of the long summer days while they last and enjoy these events and attractions this August in Colorado. Peaches are low in calories, rich in fiber and a good source of vitamins and minerals. Photo by Getty Images.Peaches are low in calories, rich in fiber and a good source of vitamins and minerals. They’re the stars of the summer harvest in Colorado. August in Colorado offers outdoor adventures, vibrant festivals and opportunities to taste Colorado-grown food, picked at the peak of deliciousness. Make the most out of the … Continue reading...
Spring ahead this Sunday
Daylight Saving Time Begins Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend! Remember to move your clocks forward one hour on Sunday, March 12. Also, if you or anyone you know needs help with home financing, please contact us. Thanks! Holiday Gif … Continue reading...
Fall back tonight
Time to Fall Back This year, Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 6. Make sure to set your clocks back one hour. The end of DST can be a good time for a seasonal home checkup. Here are a few simple seasonal home items you can check off your to-do list along with adjusting the clocks. Check batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and flashlights. Maximize winter energy savings by replacing old light bulbs with more efficient LED bulbs. Reverse the direction of ceiling fans for more efficient heat redistribution. Check filters for kitchen water … Continue reading...