Date Archives: November 2018
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Long Island Holiday Events for the Entire Family
The holiday season is right around the corner, and before long, the sights and sounds of Christmas will be everywhere. During this time of year, there are always plenty of great activities in the Long Island area. Our real estate agents picked out a few of our favorites we're certain your family will enjoy.
- Hearthside Cheer - Rogers Mansion, 17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton, NY
Add some unique holiday fun to your schedule this year by joining the festivities at Hearthside Cheer. From beautiful decorations to tempting treats to sample, Rogers Mansion going all out to deck the halls for this special event. The Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest promises to be loads of fun, so get ready for an evening to remember.
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Where Long Island Kids Can See Santa
The holiday season will be here before you know it, and that means Santa Claus is coming to town. During this magical time of year, there's nothing quite like seeing the joy in your children's eyes when visiting with Jolly Old St. Nick. Our real estate agents have made a list and checked it twice, so all you'll have to do is make your way out to one of the following places around Long Island for holiday memories that will last a lifetime.
- White Post Animal Farm - 250 Old Country Road Melville, NY 11747
The Christmas Season comes to life at White Post Animal Farm. While getting their picture made with Santa may be the highlight of the trip for your kids, there are other fun activities to enjoy while you're there. Holiday train rides and pony rides will delight them.
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Long Island Restaurants for Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving foodies have a great reason to love living on Long Island. Some of Long Island's favorite restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving Day serving traditional turkey dinners, while others allow you to order off an a la carte menu.
This year, instead of cooking and cleaning for days, why don't you let someone else do the hard work? Our real estate agents recommend dining at one of these six Long Island restaurants on Thanksgiving Day.
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Brasserie Americana Bar, Lounge & Restaurant - 30 Cutter Mill Road, Great Neck, New York 11021
The Brasserie Americana Bar, Lounge & Restaurant hosts a Thanksgiving buffet beginning at noon. The meal includes a carving station and sides, such as pumpkin ravioli, candied sweet potatoes, and cornbread stuffing. It also features desserts including a chocolate fondue station. It costs $42.95, with children 10 and under half price.
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7 Tips to Keep Your Long Island Home Safe During the Holidays
Many of us wait eagerly for the holidays and all of its festivities. From endless Christmas shopping to holiday parties or an extended vacation, you are on the go and having fun. Unfortunately, burglars have a better chance of robbing your house during the holiday season if it's left unoccupied.
Our real estate agents have created this list of seven smart tips to outsmart the bad guys:
- Stay Off Social Media
It may be tempting to post that you booked a two-week getaway to Maui for the holidays all over Facebook or Twitter, but remember you just posted that info for anyone to see. This also applies to posting pictures of your decorated house as it gives potential burglars clues of where you live.
