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Thanksgiving 2007-11-21 17:59:30 I am so glad I found this ActiveRain. I really appreciate each and every one of you for giving the time and effort to share with all of us. I am thankful for my little family, My precious husband who puts up with me and all my involvement in real estate, my business and all the other things that I am doing. He is so supportive of me and I am grateful to him. His mother was a real estate broker as is his sister, brother & wife. At one time there were 5 of us in the business. It is just me and his sister now. So he knows it can be demanding but so worthwhile.I am so grateful that we can celebrate 5 years since my son's bone marrow transplant and there is no leukemia. Thank God. I am grateful for my daughter-in-law who has been through so much and does it all with ease. I am so overjoyed to have 3 adorable grandchildren that I get to spend lots of time with. These are my treasures.I am grateful and thankful for this country that I privileged to live in and be free. That makes Read more:Thanksgiving
Homeless In Needham 2007-11-30 16:48:16 I just finished reading an article in one of our local papers about a woman in my town and I had to share it here. Mrs. Leonard has been a professional who has really fallen on some bad times. It seems that about 10 years ago when she was 59 years old she decided to do some investing. She invested in Enron & WorldComm and we know the rest of the story on those 2 companies and their bankruptcies. She ran out of money and even the attorney she hired failed her. She said, "Once you hit poverty, there ain't ever a way out."She is actually living in a home that is virtually unlivable. Bill Paulsen, a Rotarian, came to install a smoke detector and carbon dioxide detector. This is when he discovered how she was living. There is no insulation and she has gone through 5 furnaces. She is a graphic designer and she has a valuable art collection that was lost in a flood in her basement. The plumber did not finish h
Needham High School Booster Club 2007-11-26 21:11:26 Needham High SchoolBooster
Club This Booster Club is the only club that does fund raising at the Needham High School. Every year they have sell Christmas Trees and wreaths right by Clarkston Field. So many people dedicate their time to this effort.. Any money received goes directly to the athletes. They have started selling the wreaths and trees and will continue until Christmas eve. They also have a memorial scholarship in memory of Ron DesRoches, who was a neighbor of ours and he gave so much of his time to the Booster Club. He was the father of 5 girls who absolutely loved sport
Needham Events 2007-11-29 18:24:34 Needham Women's Club Annual Holiday House Tour - Dec. 2, 1 - 4:30 PM tickets in advance are $25.00 before 12/1 or $30.00 at the doorColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage is one of the House Tour sponsors. This the 10th annual. Tickets can be purchased at Roches Bros. and Sudbury Farms Grocery Stores' Customer Service Desks. There are six homes featured this year. Two of the homes have historic significance. The tour will kick off the Needham School House at the Historical Society on Central Avenue, Needham, MADec. 2, Parent Talk hosts Saturday Holiday Stroll - 10 am - 3 pmWe hope you will be able to join us this year for our 5th annual event. The event will be held on Saturday, December 1st at the Congregational Church 1154 Great Plain Avenue (across from the post office) from 10 am to 3pm. Dec. 9, Needham's Hanukkah TraditionOn December 9th, the annual tradition of lighting the Menorah will be take place on the Needham To
Award winning video 2007-12-07 19:41:21 Video Award
Rick Loughlin President and COO Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage New England Dear Sales Associates, I am extremely pleased to announce that our Video Imaging department was recognized with a Coldwell Banker® Colby Award for excellence in producing streaming online video
s for NewEnglandMoves.com. Led by department Director Richard Mankiewicz, the Video Imaging team received first runner-up for its submission of a streaming video from the OurTown video collection. OurTown is a compilation of streaming videos highlighting communities where Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage conducts business. You can view the winner by following the link: Colby Winner. The competition, which was named for Coldwell Banker founder Colbert Coldwell, allows Coldwell Banker affiliates from across the country to compete and essentially share concepts and production techniques. We began stre
Westwood Market Report 2007-12-03 19:00:16 Westwood Market
Report - from 11/3/07 - 12/3/07 CNN and money magazine ranked Westwood 13th on its list of the 100 Best Places to Live in the United States. It is one of the wealthiest towns in Massachusetts. One of the great things about this town is the schools, the easy access to major highways. It is another town that was once part of Dedham and split away. It is bordered by Needham, Dover, Walpole, Norwood, Canton, Dedham. Westwood has a beautiful new High School. A very pretty town and well laid out.Pat Baker, Realtor, Needham and surrounding towns of Wellesley,Weston, Westwood, Dover, Dedham, Natick, So. Natick, Holliston, Newton visit our website: www.patannbaker.com Report Run: 12/3/2007 8:00:53 PM Property Type(s): SF Status: SLD Start Date: 11/3/2007 End Date: 12/3/2007 Towns: Westwood, MA Price R
Needham Event 2007-12-04 22:01:26 Not far from Needham, about 35 minutes is one of the best musicals I have seen. The musical is "Ebenezer Scrooge: A Christmas Carol" back by popular request.The location is: The Emerson Umbrella for the Arts, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA The dates are: December 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23I personally have gone numerous times because I take various friends and family. It is great if you can plan to come early and see how pretty Concord is at Christmas. The tickets are available in advance or you can go to the website: www.newlifefinearts.orgThe talent, the costumes, the lovely location, and the great intermission refreshments. A combination of talented performers, musicians, colorful sets, period costumes, special effects, Dicken's Christmas Carol philosophy "Christmas can be every day of the year."Pat Baker, Realtor, Needham and surrounding towns of Wellesley,Weston, Westwood, Dover, Dedham, Natick, So. Natick, Holl
Holliston Market Report 2007-12-03 18:43:27 Holliston Market
Report - From 11/3/07 to 12/3/07Holliston is the picture of New England. As you drive through town you see many historical homes. In the center of town is the Fiske Store which a a wonderful place for crafts, kids toys and collectibles, penny candy. Just across the street is the a great market which has been there for years. My favorite spot in Holliston is Lake Winthrop. It is this serene lake, It takes me back to going to New Hampshire in the summer with family and friends. Among the wonderful things about Holliston is the school system. Absolutely great school system. In future blogs I will share some neat things about this quintessential little town. Holliston is bordered by Millis, Sherborn, Medway, Ashland, Hopkinton, and Milford. Pat Baker, Realtor, Needham and surrounding towns of Wellesley,Weston, Dover, Dedham, Natick, So. Natick, Holliston, Newton visit our website: www.patannbaker.com
Sherborn Market Report 2007-12-03 11:55:45 Sherborn Market
Report from 9/3/07 - 12/3/07Sherborn is home to the Sherborn Inn which has been completely renovated. If you haven't been there it is great. The tavern is great for quick bite and the main dining is just elegant. We went to a lovely wedding there last January and it was superb. Sherborn is a small semi-rural community. There is a full time Police Department and an on call volunteer Fire Department and rescue squad. Sherborn is bordered by Framingham, Natick, Dover, Ashland, Holliston, Millis, Medfield. Sherborn shares with Dover the high ranking public schools. This is a very picturesque community with large parcels of land generally for each property. The center of Sherborn is very historical and there is a library and 3 churches. The popular place in season is C & L Frosty's right in the center of town. They have great ice-cream and take-out menu.Pat Baker, Realtor, Needham
Natick Market Report 2007-12-03 11:34:14 Natick Market
Report - Includes South Natick 11/3/07 - 12/3/07Natick is on the Charles and Concord Riverbank. The land was granted to John Eliot as a plantation for his praying indians. The Eliot Church is in the South Natick center which is very picturesque with a lovely waterfall just behind the Library. There are many restaurants, plenty of shopping especially in the new mall in Natick on Route 9. Great for convenience with major highways close by and commuter rail to Boston. Pat Baker, Realtor, Needham and surrounding towns of Wellesley,Weston, Dover, Dedham, Natick, So. Natick, Holliston, Newton visit our website: www.patannbaker.comVisit website for lots of details on the schools, etc.. Here is the Market Report for Natick Report Run: 12/3/2007 12:18:14 PM Property Type(s): SF Status: SLD Start Date: 11/3/2007 End Date: 12/3/2007 Towns:
Dover Market Report 2007-12-03 11:09:24 Dover Market
Report for the 3 month period 9/3/07 -12/03/07Dover is almost Needham to us who have lived here forever it seems but it is just 3 miles to the line from our home. A beautiful, affluent community but yet close to major highways. Dover was part of the original town of Dedham and established in the Springfield Parish of Dedham. Dover has great schools and town services. On my website link below there is information to link to for schools. Dover is bordered by Westwood, Needham, Medfield, Sherborn, Natick, Walpole, and Wellesley. It is just 16 miles to Boston.Here is the 3 month Market Report for Dover Pat Baker, Realtor, Needham and surrounding towns of Wellesley,Weston, Dover, Dedham, Natick, So. Natick, Holliston, Newton visit our website: www.patannbaker.comReport Run: 12/3/2007 11:58:58 AM Property Type(s): SF Status: SLD Start Date: 9/3/2007 End Date: Read more:Dover
Weston Market Report 2007-12-03 10:52:05 Market Report of Weston
from 11/3/07 to 12/3/07Weston is an affluent suburban community with 60 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails, playgrounds, ball fields, golf courses and cross-country skiing areas. Weston is home to Regis College, Weston is close to major highways,has the commuter rail, bus, and not a very long ride to the airport. Weston represents some of the most luxurious design homes in Massachusetts as well being a quiet well kept community.More information in future blogs. Pat Baker, Realtor, Needham and surrounding towns of Wellesley,Weston, Dover, Dedham, Natick, So. Natick, Holliston, Newton visit our website: www.patannbaker.com*Visit our website - There you will find lots of information on the communities. Here is the Market Report for Weston: Property Type(s): SF Status: SOLD Start Date: 11/3/2007 End Date: 12/3/2007 Towns: Weston Read more:Market
Wellesley Market Report 2007-12-03 10:24:55 Wellesley Market
Report for from 11/3/07 to 12/3/07Wellesley- a beautiful community close to Boston with rich history, fine colleges: Babson College, Wellesley College, Mass Bay Community College, fabulous golf course, private schools and near to Framingham Keefe Tech vocational school and Lexington's Minuteman. There is absolutely wonderful shopping in Wellesley and dining. The newest building in town is the Wellesley Library which simply stupendous. The layout of the town is just so inviting. The schools are terrific. There is more I can in another blog but for now here is the market report.Pat Baker, Realtor, Needham and surrounding towns of Wellesley,Weston, Dover, Dedham, Natick, So. Natick, Holliston, Newton visit our website: www.patannbaker.com Report Run: 12/3/2007 11:26:39 AM Property Type(s): SF Status: SLD Start Date: 11/3/2007 End Date: 12/3/2007
Needham Market Report 2007-12-03 09:52:45 Needham Market
11/3/07 to 12/3/07 Please note the last column in this report. This is the ratio of the original price vs the selling price. Please note: The 8 properties at the top off the report under $50,000 are rentals. There is more bang for your buck in Needham with the services provided, the schools are outstandng, the convenience in Needham's transportation and proximity to major highways. Needham is close to Boston by car or public transportation. Needham is close to great shoppping, starting with the shops in Wellesley, new shops in Natick, Framingham, & Burlington.Pat Baker, Realtor, Needham and surrounding towns of Wellesley,Weston, Dover, Dedham, Natick, So. Natick, Holliston, Newton visit our website: www.patannbaker.com **At our website you will be able to get all sorts of information about the area. Report Run: 12/3/2007 10:38:58 AM Property Type(s): SF,CC,LD,MF,RN,CI,BU Status:
I have been elfed 2007-12-02 21:42:32 December 2nd. Snow is falling. We might have 3 inches. It is to be expected so I thought I would dress for the occasion.It is my favorite season of the year, except for the cold. If only it snow without the cold it would be perfect. http://www.elfyourself.com/?id=1144597752 This blog was written by: Pat Baker, Realtor - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Needham, Wellesley, Dover, Weston, Westwood, Holliston, Natick, South Natick, and Newton. Visit my website: www.patannbaker.com
The Little Drummer Boy 2007-12-02 08:46:42 Christmas Eve 1958 - Picture an 11 year old lying in bed in a tiny ranch in Stoneham, MA. I was normally a pretty sound sleeper but not Christmas Eve. I had wanted a record player for Christmas and that year "Little Drummer Boy" and The Chipmunk Song record came out. I could hear my parents playing the record and I was too excited to sleep at point for the night. Then I had to pretend that I didn't know. It was really the best Christmas I can remember. My family did not have much money and this was a big deal to get me this. I think of parents and that night many times at this time of year. Not long after that my father got very ill and stayed ill for 6 more years. My mom has been with us until this August. As I reflect at this time of year I think of that precious night when I heard the "Little Drummer Boy." Wish I had those records now but I will always have the memories. So what does this have to do with Real Estate? My mother took us many a Sunday to see Open Houses
Needham - Bradley Estate 2007-12-01 21:58:05 We know it as the BradleyEstate
. This property along with many acres was given to the Town of Needham for its useby the former owner many years ago. Lots of weddings have been held here. There are presently Rangers who take care of the property and prepare it for events. It is a another place I like to come to get away from the noise and just read or relax in the beauty of the country side. There are walking trails and in the summer there is a day camp across the road from this building. It appears that this will be the site of the Senior Center. The present Senior Center really needs so much work and there isn't adequate parking. It looks like there is a green light to go forward with the project to house the Senior Center at the Bradley Estate site. They will ask for $500,000 from Town Meeting Members to launch the project. They are awaiting for Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick for the decision as to whether the tow
Olin College of Engineering 2007-12-01 17:05:43 We are a college town now. Olin College
of Engineering is located on Great Plain Avenue. It actually backs up to Babson College, Wellesley, MA The original administration building is where my husband's uncle lived and raised his family. Where the college sits they kept horses back in the 30's and 40's. Just kind of neat to see this beautiful campus and know the history of the land.
Needham Event. 2007-12-18 11:37:53 NYN '08New Year's Needham '08....Special Celebration Events Performances and Activities First time ever by the efforts and planning of many. Celebrating art, music, dance and magic! Monday, December 31, 2007 - Events for all ages from Noon to 10:00 PM Brought to us by NeedArts/Needham Cultural Council & by the generosity of the following sponsors:NStar, Roches Bros., Sudbury Farms, RCN, Wingate of Needham, Isis Maternity, Needham Bank, Life Banking Dedham Savings, Louise Condon Realty, Inc., Brookline Bank, Citizens Bank, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Middlesex Savings, Polaroid Matching Gift Fund, Prudential Prime Properties. Buttons can be purchased at Park & Recreation Department, Selectmen's Office, Needham Public Library, UMCA Charles River Branch, Taylor's Stationery, Roches Bros. & Sudbury Farms, Online at www.mktix.com This is a first for Needham 12:00 noon - "Children's "Make a Mask&
December 26th Fire -10 kids - 2 trailors 2007-12-17 23:00:39 After reading the post on one our own Melissa Grant - ActiveRain member who just had a fire I remembered my friend Penny. It must have been about 20 years ago. I remember how Penny was after the fire. Thank God everyone got out but all the emotions a person goes through when you are struck like this. The day after Christmas the heating system in their home caused a fire. At the time there were j10 children at home. They had just celebrated Christmas and so all their presents were lost. The good news is that their home was rebuilt by friends in various trades. No one was harmed. Penny sang and played the guitar like an angel. The guitar was not touched by the fire nor was her bible. The Flately Company put them up in a hotel for a while and during the time their home was being re-built they lived in 2 trailors on the front lawn. The girls were in one trailor and the boys were in the other. Penny and John were Read more:December
"I haven't gotten over the shock!" 2007-12-14 17:36:20 That is what Anne Leonard of Needham, MA said when 25 members of the Irish Village Soccer Club did over her roof. You may remember I wrote about this woman who have come on some really bad times and her home was in need of much repair. The worst thing about her house was the leaking roof. The men as you can from the picture below did work on the roof. They will have one more Saturday to finish the work they have started. *see Homeless in Needham blogThe Irish Village Soccer Club actually raised $4,000. The owner was able to replace her refrigerator and get some groceries and get light fixtures fixed. A gentleman named Greg Hickey who operates a website which serves as a database for local contractors also contributed to the effort: http://www.ratemycarpenter.com Mr. Hickey was contacted by Bill Paulson, the Rotary Club member who brought a fully decorated Christmas tree to Mrs. Leonard. The workers repaired her ceiling and replaced t
Needham Events 2007-12-12 22:18:17 Just 15 minutes from Needham on Route 16. This is a correction to time of performances: Re: The Downing Family Nativity on December 22 & 23. I need to correct the performance times. They are actually at 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm . This is now the 30th year that they have been doing this presentation. It started as a way to teach a foster child about the true meaning of Christmas. The cast includes chilren, teens, and parents from Sherborn and the surrounding towns. The part of baby jesus is central to the performance. This part is usually played by a 6 month old baby. Come join in this true celebration of the Birth of Christ.For more information call the Downing family at 508-653-2193 or Frank Angiulo at 508-655-5264
Neeham Events 2007-12-08 17:56:43 Just had to tell you about an event that is not to miss in the Needham area. It is actually in Sherborn which is about 15 minutes from Needham. It is at a residence that is very large both inside and out. The family has traditionally performing annually for many years. The do a multi-media performance of that first Christmas when Christ was born. This is complete with a cast of hundreds. My grandchildren have been in several times. They have been drummer boys, shepherds and angels. It is a special time that will touch your heart. They have animals including oxen. The costumes are just wonderful. They never seems to run out of costumes for the kids to wear too. The music is great and some reads over the loud speaker from scripture of that night when Christ was born. There are 2 performances each night of December 22 and 23 right on Route 16 in Sherborn at the corner of Western Ave and Route 16, near the Holliston line. Th
Aluminum Christmas Trees 2007-12-24 11:42:57 I got an email from a friend with all the things were experienced in the last 60 years I think. The one that stood out for me was the aluminum Christmas
Tree. My mother really wanted that type of tree. It had the light would change the colors of the tree as shown in the picture. Oh, I just wanted the green real tree back. That tree was really a depiction of my mother. She was a bit glitzy. I am not, m sister is however. I was thinking today of the ladies in real estate that are a little "glitzy" and that works for them. I tend to be conservative and that is ok for me. I only wear a little jewelry and not a lot of makeup if any. I might wear mascara if I can find it that day and earrings with my wedding band and engagement ring. I am not too material but I have been hinting for a pair of diamond earrings. I was thinking it is nearly our 40 wedding anniversary and that would be a nice gift. Then Read more:Trees
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Christmas In Needham/Boston, MA 2007-12-23 19:14:41 I wish my friends at ActiveRain a very Merry Christmas
and a Healthy, Prosperous New Year 2008. It has been a wonderful season of Christmas and we look forward with great expectation for the new year and all it holds for us. 'Tis the season for snow and it is a time of good will toward men. I wish you peace.
Pat Baker, Licenced Real Estate Broker, Associate of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage of Needham, MA Buyer's Agent and Seller's Agent in the Needham, MA area along with Boston
Suburbs of Wellesley, Weston, Dover, Newton, Natick, South Natick, Holliston, Sherborn, Dedham & Westwood. www.patannbaker.com
Needham - "It's a Nice place to Live" 2007-12-22 15:32:22 Below are actual quotes for "why" "It's a nice place to live." Something we regularly hear from residents of Needham."There are so many willing volunteers in town politics, religious activities, helping one's "fellow man.""Our superb local theatre group.""Our own Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham Campus with ICU and Emergency Room.""Creative Council on Aging.""The town serves all religions." "The YMCA is really great.""It is wonderful to have an active Historical Society.""Our Community Council does so much for people, i.e., The Food Pantry.""The trains to Boston and buses to Newton are so convenient.""Route 128/95, which is a major highway with direct accessibility to the Mass Pike.""The incredible library, with it's great reference section and business division.""North Hill ( A retirement Community), Wingate - (Rehab
Needham Market Report 2007-12-22 09:15:33 Needham Market
Report as of 12/22/07It is very customary for the market to slow up in this holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Years so there are no surprises but there is activity.The report does not reflect the 10 homes temporarily withdrawn and that there were 5 homes canceled. What has changed this year over last year is that the luxury market is still very strong. This was not the case last year. Only 1 property that was price in the luxury price range expired in the last month.Pat Baker, Broker with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Needham, MA Expert also selling homes in the Boston Suburbs of Wellesley, Weston, Holliston, Sherborn, Dover, Natick, South Natick,Newton,Westwood. 617-435-3471 www.patannbaker.com Report Run: 12/22/2007 10:12:20 AM Property Type(s): SF Start Date: 11/22/2007 End Date: 12/22/2007
1 or 2 week vacation rental Buena Vista, FL 2007-12-21 21:55:50 Starwood Vista
na Lock out Floating Vacation Week sleeps 8 or 2 weeks - sleeps 4. It would be great if someone could use our timeshare week. I have described it below. This could be any time in 2008.This is our timeshare and the week is whatever someone would like. We can choose any week. We are unable to go this year but would like to rent for our cost $950 (for one week) and same for 2 week vacation sleeping 4. It is 7 nights in Buena
Vista, FL Vistana is a lovely resort. You choose the week/weeks you would like to go. Just email or call me direct. With 2 health clubs, 2 restaurants, 13 tennis courts, 7 pools. It is 2.5 miles to the exit to the Disney Theme parks. Two-bedroom Lockoff Villa - Cascades This welcoming two-bedroom, two-bath lockoff villa gives you plenty of space and privacy for all. The amenities have been carefully selected with your comfort in mind, whether you choose to use both sides o
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