NYE South of the River

Don't want to drink in the new year? Have no fear. For New Year's 2013, Burnsville, Apple Valley and other south metro cities will have plenty for you to do.

•  Big Baby Boomer with Louie Anderson: The gap-toothed comedian is back by popular demand. Anderson will perform two shows back-to-back at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center on NYE. The first show begins at 7:30 p.m. followed by an encore at 10. Prices range from $31.95 to $71.95 per ticket. Reserved VIP tickets are also available for $101.95.

•  A Wicked-Cool NYE at Buck Hill: Party-goers at Buck Hill will be able to ski, ride, or tube until midnight, enjoy Kevin Hall's Amazing Magic Show, listen to music from the Rythym Junkies with Dean Weisser & Leslee Mckee, and feast in the Whittier Room. The event will be capped off by a fireworks display at midnight. Free "Glitter Glam Hair-Dos" and tarot card readings will also be available. Regular prices apply to many of the activities. There are no additional charges for the extra perks on NYE. to reserve seating for dinner in the Whittier Room, contact Diane at 952-432-6566 x3 or email diane@crystallakegolfcourse.com.

• Enjoy! a Sumptuous Dinner: Enjoy! in Apple Valley will be offering a special menu full of classy confections like Lobster Bisque, Oyster Rockefeller and half-roasted duck.

• Ring in 2013 at Lebanon Hills Regional Park's seventh annual family New Year's Eve Party.
  The party, scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Lebanon Hills Visitor Center in Eagan, is $10 per person at the door or $8 per person in advance. Children ages 5 and under are free.
  
  Activities include snowshoeing and hiking by candlelight; sledding on the lit sledding hill; s’mores at the bonfire; and readings by storyteller Roy Edward Power, magician Matt Dunn and live animals from Dakota Wild Animals.
  
  Participants can also welcome the New Year with a countdown and ball drop at 7:59 p.m. Hot concessions will be for sale and the snowshoe rental open. Bring your own sleds and ice skates. All ages are welcome.

Personalized Letters from Santa Claus!

Children love to receive mail, especially from Santa Claus himself! This Christmas, your child's name can be added to Santa's list if you register by December 3rd with the Apple Valley Parks & Recreation Department at the Apple Valley Community Center.

To assist Santa in composing his letter, a special registration form will need to be filled out, and the following information will be requested: Child's full name and nickname; child's age; boy or girl; city that he/she will be in on Christmas morning; address to send the letter to; names of other family members; items that the child will definitely be receiving from Santa; child's favorite activities/hobbies; others who Santa should say "Hi" to; and any special messages that you would like added.

The cost is $4 per letter mailed, and letters are to be mailed by December 14th.

Anniversary at RE/MAX

In my office mail, I received a letter and certificate from RE/MAX CEO Margaret Kelly thanking me for five years of service to RE/MAX.  My first thought was, wow, five years!  I switched to RE/MAX Results after nine years as a Realtor. All change is hard but sometimes making the decision is hardest part.  I haven't regretted one day as a RE/MAX agent.  I can definitely say I am happier and more productive than I ever imagined. 

Occassionally, people will ask why I switched companies so I thought I would take a few minutes and share with you.  There were many factors that went into my decision.  A major consideration was how I could best represent my clients in their real estate transactions. RE/MAX has been a perfect move for my clients offering a worldwide network (in 86 countries), brand awareness and marketing/technology that benefit my buyers and sellers.  They have the market share in the Twin Cities and achieve results such as lower market time for sellers.

Besides the analytical data, if you need a good laugh, check out this video- RE/MAX is Wack!

A recent change in the industry is that some companies do not share their listings on web sites where consumers are searching. My company has chosen to "syndicate" our listings to over 900 web sites. Another reason my clients benefit from working with RE/MAX.

When I made the move five years ago, I joined RE/MAX Results.  They were the first RE/MAX presence in the area and now have 24 locations and over 600 agents.  While other companies downsized and closed offices over the last few years, RE/MAX Results has been growing.  They also have made huge investments in technology and in training for their agents like me.  I believe it is owned and operated by the best and brightest visionaries in the industry.  I could go on and on but here is the point- when you can say it is an honor working with the owners of your company, then you have made the right choice. 

On my fifth anniversary at RE/MAX, I am looking forward to the future.  I am a wife and a mother now and my goal is to be successful and productive in all aspects of my life.  I am thankful I have a company like RE/MAX behind me. 

  

2012 Pumpkin Giveaway Was A Blast!

I held my 10th annual pumpkin giveaway on October 13th at Cal's Market in Savage. It was a wonderful time! Cal's was the perfect spot because they have an enclosed greenhouse so the rain didn't dampen the events. There was an inflated haunted forest, a hay maze to wander through, animals to feed and of course, lots of pumpkins and food. The best part was being able to see so many of my past clients and people that support my business. Time goes by so fast- one of my clients that just celebrated their 10th anniversary in their home came by and many kids I remembered as babies during their family's house hunting were now 8 to 10 years old! This was the second year my daughter attended and it was so fun (and hectic) having her there. This was the first year we had a photographer there to capture the memories; see the pictures here.

A huge thank you to my family and clients for supporting my business!


Jacqueline

Tenth Annual Pumpkin Giveaway

Join me for my annual client appreciation pumpkin giveaway on Saturday. We are serving sub sandwiches, chips, cookies, candy and hot apple cider. Select your pumpkins and enjoy the straw maze, an inflatable haunted haunted forest and feed the baby goats and cows. We will be inside the greenhouse which is heated so don't let chilly weather keep you away!

Get a family photo by Thirty-Six Photography- pictures available on Monday at www.facebook.com/jamrealty


Details:
11 to 1 on Saturday, October 13th

Cal's Market and Garden Center

6403 Egan Drive

Savage, MN 55378

Halloween Parties Near You!

• Eagan Halloween Hodgepodge will take place on Sunday, October 28. This annual event will be held at Eagan Community Center (1501 Central Pkwy). At this indoor event there will be15+ carnival games, family dance, art projects, trick or treat room, puppet show, a special room just for preschoolers and more.

• Nickelodeon Universe will host their Blackout 2012 event from 5-10 p.m. each night. 
Experience Nickelodeon Universe in a whole new way with unlit rides, black lighting, fog effects, a live DJ, costume contests, black light t-shirt making, glow in the dark airbrush tattoos and more! 

Blackout Unlimited Ride Wristbands are $19.99. First 1,000 ride ticket purchases made after 5 p.m. will receive a FREE treat bag.

-Friday, October 19

-Saturday, October 20


-Friday, October 26

-Saturday, October 27


• Savage will have their Halloween Fun Run & Bash on Saturday, October 27 2012, from 1:00pm - 8:00pm. Gather at the ELC and surrounding Community Park to celebrate fall and being outdoors this spooky time of year. They will have plenty of activities planned such as crafts, games, and other indoor fun, a bonfire, concessions, face painting, crazy hair, Jacob's ladder, and an inflatable! Make sure to dress in your favorite Halloween costume. All ages welcome to this family event.

Events This Week!

• Apple Valley Fire Stations will be having an open houses all this week. You will be able to see the equipment, enjoy fun activities for kids, and meet your local firefighters. 
• Open houses are 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on the following dates: 
• Station 1 Tuesday, Oct. 9th; 15000 Hayes Road
• Station 2 Wednesday, Oct. 10th; 13995 Galaxie Avenue
  
• Station 3 Thursday, Oct. 11th;  14195 Essex Avenue

 

•  Starting this Friday, Buck Hill will open their 13 nights of Screams and Frights. Frightmare returns Friday, October 5 and running through Sunday, October 28. This year, in addition to being home to ghosts and ghouls, Frightmares will also be the place to enjoy some of the area’s best live entertainment. For more information Click Here.

•  Savage, Prior Lake, and Shakopee are hosting the Scott County Art Crawl. This event takes place Saturday, October 06 2012, 9:00am - 5:00pm. You will be able to meet over 50 Artists that help make-up the strong Arts Community in Scott County. Take a self guided tour and see for yourself how their artwork is created. Artists are opening up their studios, or displaying their artwork at sponsoring businesses. Come see original artwork to enjoy a fun self-guided tour of art stops. For more information Click here!