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Despite the important precautions we are all observing due to the Coronavirus pandemic, here are some family-friendly events and activities located around Delaware and Maryland...
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Coastal Happenings
Sussex County:
Sat., January 16: Stitching on the Light: A Virtual Stich Along
Sun., January 17: Portrait Session Special with Portraits in the Sand
Wed., January 20: BBQ Day at Thompson Island Brewing Company (Every Wednesday)
Now through February 25: OC Art League Winter Wellness Events and Classes
New Castle County:
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Making a Budget for your Financial Goals in 2021
from Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation
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Image via Pixabay
If we have learned one thing in 2020, it is that no matter how much we plan and prepare for our future, we can’t control everything. If you walked into this year with big plans and audacious dreams only to be knocked down a few pegs by this global pandemic, it’s okay. So what do you do when you’ve been thrown off course and your goals seem further away than ever? Is it even possible to create and stick to something like a budget in 2021?
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The Do's and Don'ts After Applying for a Mortgage
Courtesy of Keeping Current Matters
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Image via Pixabay
Once you’ve found the right home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. You’re undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new place, but before you make any large purchases, move your money around, or make any major life changes, consult your lender – someone who is qualified to tell you how your financial decisions may impact your home loan.
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Beachview Court - Bayville Shores
Featured Listing
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This turnkey property conveys fully furnished (with a few exclusions) and was decorated by a top-rated and well-known designer who pulled out all the stops to give this home sumptuous upgrades!
- Contemporary kitchen with stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar island
- 9-foot ceilings
- Surround sound throughout the house
- 2 sunrooms & 2 decks
- Finished oversized one-car garage with resin floors
- Hardwood floors
- Recessed lighting
Bayville Shores is located just 3 miles from Fenwick and North Ocean City beaches and offers its residents an Olympic-sized outdoor pool, fitness center, numerous fishing/crabbing piers, community boat launch, private water access with kayak launch, and so much more.
LISTED FOR $534,000
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Featured Local Photography
from Talented Local Photographers via Flickr
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The state of Delaware's beauty remains underappreciated, even by its own residents. Below are just a handful of images that capture some of the most beautiful scenes across the state.
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Top Row: Trap Pond State Park (Jim Hogan/flickr), Bombay Hook (dklaughman/flickr)
Bottom Row: Snow Geese at Bombay Hook (Framemaker 2014/flickr), Beaver Dam (Ram bezavada/flickr)
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Coastal Cats Rescue Delaware is a non-profit organization based in Bethany Beach and the surrounding area. Run by Terri Nicholson, this organization is a local staple, helping stray and feral cats throughout the county and holding well-organized adoption fairs. Terri is a fantastic petsitter and cares a lot about the ethical treatment of cats, specifically ferals who wouldn't be treated the same otherwise. For more information on Coastal Cats, head over to their Facebook page or give Terri a call at (302) 236-5184. She gratefully accepts any and all donations at this link which can also be found on the Coastal Cats Facebook page.
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Visit the Most Beautiful Place in Delaware
Only in Delaware
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Consisting of more than 15,000 acres of preserved marshland and waterways, Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge opened in 1937 and was first funded by a Federal Duck Stamp program. The refuge was named the most beautiful place in Delaware last summer by Conde Nast Traveler, a luxury and lifestyle travel magazine and it's easy to see why. Bombay Hook has a unique location that falls along the International Flyway, a path that is taken by thousands of birds each year on their way north and south. It also holds a diverse marsh ecosystem with a variety of fish, frogs, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals that call this refuge home. If you're planning a visit to Bombay Hook, be sure to print a brochure from their website to assist you on an auto tour and stay through sunset to watch the gorgeous colors over the water!
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Enjoy a Snow Tubing Getaway at Wisp Resort
Only in Maryland
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If you've been struggling to keep your family occupied recently, but the dropping temperatures are keeping your options limited, look into a trip to Wisp Resort in Western Maryland. This resort is known for its ski slopes but offers year-round activities fit for people of all ages. Not only can you try out snow tubing, but you can also take full advantage of their escape rooms, aerial activities like a zip line canopy tour, archery, whitewater rafting, and mountain biking! Bundle up with a jacket, beanie, gloves, and snow boots, and enjoy your stay at Wisp Resort. Head over to their website for more details.
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Diane and Peter S.
Featured Testimonial
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"Our beach house languished in a tough and competitive sales market for over a year. Then we switched to Sandra Erbe, who embarked on an aggressive marketing strategy and had it under contract in just over three weeks. Sandra was responsive and easy to work with and I highly recommend her for her energy, drive, and marketing skills."
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3 Living Room Accessories You Should Always Buy Used
by Tierra Smith of Apartment Therapy
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Image via Pixabay
After a year like 2020, you may be considering making some big changes going forward. If selling your home is on the list, you should consider implementing a few frugal home staging tips before you go and spend money on new items you don’t need. Houston-based home stager Shelley Barndollar says that homebuyers can purchase at least three living room accessories used to elevate the price tag of a home. The goal is to create a boutique-like environment on a resale budget.
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Our Harvest
Featured Restaurant
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