Photos by Debra Walsh, Copyright © 2011 Debra Walsh. All Rights Reserved.  These photos may not be reproduced, used or transmitted without the express, written permission of Debra Walsh of Keller Williams Realty in Goshen, New York.  If you would like to use an image please contact me directly.  Thank you for not plagiarizing! 10/25/2011

Now is the time to start preparing your yard for winter, whether or not your home is currently listed for sale, but especially if you are considering selling in the spring.   If you are going to be listing your home for sale in the spring or summer months you want to make sure your yard looks visually appealing.  Curb appeal is extremely important when preparing your home for sale.  Please see the following article and video for tips on pruning, planting and more! Fall Landscaping: How to Prepare Your Yard for Winter Fall landscaping preparations ready your yard for a long winter and glorious spring. Read Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Copyright 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® 10/20/2011

Peace Passers is an organization that collects soccer items for redistribution to groups or communities that have been identified as not having access to soccer gear without these donations.   This is a global effort that is completed through collaborations with mission teams, sports ministries and other global non-profits. They accept soccer balls, jerseys, shorts, cleats and socks which can be donated right to Peace Passers.  They then match the donations up with the identified groups or communities.  You may also organize a collection drive within your own soccer team or community to be sent to Peace Passers.  They accept equipment from everywhere in the United States and if you would like to make a financial donation instead of equipment that is greatly appreciated as well.  To date... 10/15/2011

Every year millions of cell phones are discarded and discarded improperly.  At Flipswap they will give you cash for every phone you turn in.   Not only will they recycle the phone and find a new home for it, but for every phone recycled they will plant a tree.   Over 400,000 trees have been planted so far.  This means over 200 tons of cell phones have been saved from being dumped into landfills. Another option is donating your cell phone for someone in the military.  Operation Gratitude sends care packages to U.S. troops overseas.  GRC Wireless Recycling will contribute up to $30 to Operation Gratitude for every donated phone.  Our military is deployed in hostile and remote locations - Operation Gratitude with their packages is lifting morale and bringing smiles to soldier's faces every... 10/10/2011

Stuffed Animals For Emergencies is an Organization that is run across the United States to help children feel a little more SAFE when they need it most.  With the aftermath of Hurricane Irene and the terrible fires in Texas, SAFE is providing comfort to these children with stuffed animals and YOU can help too! These items go directly to children in need and ARE NEVER SOLD! Stuffed animals must be in good condition.  If they are falling apart, smell, are ripped or in poor condition these should be thrown away.  If they are above this criteria then they will gladly be accepted to be forwarded on to a needy child.  Please download the cleaning guide to prepare your stuffed animal before sending.  SAFE also works with AdoptaPlatoon to send stuffed animals to our military overseas to help th... 10/02/2011

In America someone is diagnosed with Breast Cancer every 2.5 minutes.   Every day.  Every month.  Every year. What a unique way to make a difference on the most important day in someone's life!  Every girl dreams of that special day and that special gown.  Brides against Breast Cancer has received more than 50,000 wedding gown donations with an estimated value of over 4 million dollars. More than half of these gowns are new DESIGNER gowns directly from designers, manufacturers and bridal retailers.  If you are looking to donate gowns, slips or veils that are from 2005 or newer, you too can help make someone's dream wedding become a reality.  To volunteer your time or donate to Brides Against Breast Cancer please click here. 09/26/2011

Fall is the time to head out with family and friends for apple picking in Orange County, NY.  You can enjoy fall afternoons while you pick apples or pumpkins if you are already into October.   Some orchards will offer hay rides, apple gift packs or gourmet fruit baskets while also having plenty of apple goodies for purchase such as cider donuts, pies, apple cider, applesauce, fresh vegetables and more.  Check out the Orchard near you! Apple Ridge Orchards- 101 Jessup Rd Warwick NY Applewood Orchards & Winery - 82 Four Corners Rd Warwick NY Lawrence Farms Orchards - 39 Colandrea Rd Newburgh NY Masker Orchards - 45 Ball Rd Warwick NY Ochs Orchard - 4 Ochs Lane Warwick NY Pennings Orchards -169 State Rt 94 South Warwick NY Soons Orchards - 23 Soons Circle New Hampton NY Click for the Warwi... 09/20/2011

Warwick Valley Farm Aid 2011 is a first time event that will benefit local farmers who have been significantly impacted by Hurricane Irene and the subsequent flooding.  This will take place Sunday September 25, 2011 from 1 - 9 pm with the goal of raising $25,000 to provide immediately needed relief to the local farmers in need.  There will be music all day provided by Nuts in a Blender, E'lissa Jones, Some Guys and a Broad, Jubilate just to name a few of the great musicians coming out to support this crucial cause.  To Donate to this cause please make a check payable to "Community 2000" and put "Farm Aid 2011" in the memo section.  Mail to: Community 2000 Inc. Po Box 1270 Warwick NY  10990 See you Sunday September 25, 2011 at: Warwick Valley High School 89 Sanfordville Road Warwick NY 1... 09/19/2011

This weekend Leah and I headed off to the Renaissance Faire kind of last minute.  Barbara had wanted to join us but since the weather had kept interfering and we kept putting it off unfortunately she wasn't able to make it today.  The weather didn't look that great but we figured what the heck - we would have fun no matter what.  It didn't rain thank goodness but wow was it hot! What a great time we had!  We saw tons of people (not employees) dressed in the garb of the Renaissance era.  I started to realize after awhile that we were in the minority since we were not dressed up.  Later when we were leaving we realized there was a costume contest going on, hence all the costumes, even children.  We saw a jousting show, knife throwing act, a comedy act, the wedding of Robin Hood and Maid M... 09/05/2011

It is time once again to head back to school in Orange County New York.  Visit the links below for your particular school to find information on bus schedules, school supplies, school calendars, school PTO & school board information and more.  Have a great school year!   District Name                                                       Central Office                      Grades Served  School Count Chester School District Chester K-12 2 Cornwall School District Cornwall On Hudson K-12 5 Florida School District Florida K-12 2 Goshen School District Goshen K-12 4 Greenwood Lake School District Greenwood Lake K-8 2 Highland Falls School District Fort Montgomery PK-12 4 Kiryas Joel Village School District Monroe PK-10, 12 1 Middletown City School District Middletown PK-12 8 Minisink Valle... 09/01/2011

Yesterday I posted some pictures I had been given of some of the flooding around here.  Today many of the roads are still closed, most of the people I talk to still have no power and many of the rivers have not crested quite yet which will lead to even more flooding.  Then I look down at the purring I hear at my feet and think of the tiny baby I rescued three weeks ago yesterday who is no longer quite so tiny.  The one now named Max who has more than doubled in size now that he has something to eat and I am so grateful that he didn't spend his time in that storm alone and OUTSIDE.  Would he have survived?  Probably not.  So that 3 hours of struggling around in the woods turned out to have saved his life probably more than once and was meant to be.   Max, my little troublemaker! Photos b... 08/31/2011

I wrote a post a couple weeks back about Schlage Wireless Locks and was contacted by someone from the company.  They let me know about a contest the company was running on Twitter so of course I was off and running to enter.  (and enter and enter and enter!)  At some point after the contest was over I got an email that I was one of the winners of one of the Wireless Keypad locks they were giving away.   Woot Woot!  Well today my package finally came and what a bright spot after Hurricane Irene.  So to Laura and everyone at Schlage Locks I thank you and can't wait to pick a spot door for my new Smart Lock!! 08/29/2011

I had the great pleasure of attending The Renaissance Faire this week as part of an event with my local Chamber.   Now, as most know this is an event held in Sterling Forest for the past 35 years.  It draws hundreds of thousands of people from all over.  I have been maybe one other time other than this week.  What a night it was! I was pleasantly surprised to find that something I thought might be a little boring for me was FAR from it! The actors were nothing less than spectacular.  Jugglers, Magicians, Musicians, Townspeople and more who never once broke character.  During their displays we were all riveted and wanted more.  I have tickets to return for a full day and can't wait to go back.  I am looking forward to the Jousting - they now have a female Jouster among the group and to s... 08/19/2011

Hudson Valley Summer Events Guide August 18 thru August 21, 2011. Warwick, NY -2nd Annual Warwick Valley Jazz Festival - In cooperation and sponsored by venues presenting live music, the Village of Warwick and local business is an extension of a vibrant jazz community. For performance time and info call (917) 903-4380. www.warwickvalleyjazzfest.com/   If you would like to include your event, email me your event and contact information at anthony.stokespereira@randrealty.com This community event is provided as a service. As event information is provided by organizers and can change without notice, we advise you to contact organizers directly to confirm all details. Every effort is made to provide information that is accurate. However, information of this community event is subject to cha... 08/13/2011

August 13 & 14th, 2011. 9 AM-5 PM, Warwick, NY - Katelyn's Kause 7th Annual Summer Fundraiser  - Fun for all includes softball, live bands, kid's activities, motorcycle run, car show raffles, food and vendors.  900 Kings Hwy. For more info: Meghann (845) 742-3649. www.katelynskause.org Anthony Stokes Pereira, Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty I can help you with every aspect of buying or selling your home because I'm experienced, because I am a Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty Real Estate Professional . . . and because I care. As your Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty Sales Professional, I will provide you with the information you need to make an educated decision. The relationship between a home buyer or seller and their agent is based on trust, shared goals and understandin... 08/05/2011

I love to see the moon in any size, shape or color.  This was a couple months ago one night when I was driving home and just happened to have my camera with me.  I pulled over and snapped a few shots where I could see the moon through the trees.  It was the type of moon you just couldn't stop looking at.  Unfortunately for some when the moon looks like this it usually means a long night at work.          :-)           Enjoy!  Photos by Debra Walsh, Copyright © 2011 Debra Walsh. All Rights Reserved.  These photos may not be reproduced, used or transmitted without the express, written permission of Debra Walsh of Keller Williams Realty in Goshen, New York.  If you would like to use an image please contact me directly.  Thank you for not plagiarizing!   08/03/2011

2011 Summer Events Guide Summer Events Anthony Stokes Pereira and Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty is proud to continue its seasonal tradition of compiling community events and celebrations throughout Westchester County, Rockland County, Orange County and the Hudson Valley, including this year's collection of Summer events. We are particularly delighted to present you with our comprehensive list of Fourth of July firework displays throughout the region, and wish you the best for a great holiday season. June 20, 2011 at 5 PM, Warwick, New York - Pacem in Terris Concert Series featuring Claske Berndes Franck, Lukas Franck, Dawn Lorick in a reading of The Death and Life of Every One. 96 Covered Bridge Rd. For more information please call: (845) 986-4329. www.warwickinfo.net If you woul... 06/16/2011

March 19, 2011 to April 16, 2011 Millspaugh Furniture first opened in an 18 x 24 shop on Oak Street in Walden, New York.  In 1866 Theron Millspaugh built a 3 story brick building as he quickly outgrew the space on Oak Street.  This spot on Main Street in Walden still contains their main store today.  Visit Millspaugh Furniture and help celebrate their 153rd year in business by taking advantage of their furniture sale in all 3 locations:  Warwick, NY, Poughkeepsie, NY and Walden, NY.                                                                           845-778-1500 04/17/2011

  Warwick March 2011 Total Average List Price Average Sold Price High Sold Price Low Sold Price Average Days on Market Total List Dollars New Listings 39 $494,295 $19,277,499 Sold 8 $355,350 $339,663 $450,000 $185,000 166 $2,717,300 Under Contract 13 $355,200 123 $4,617,600 Expired 15 $450,060 203 $6,750,900           04/11/2011

  Warwick February 2011 Total Average List Price Average Sold Price High Sold Price Low Sold Price Average Days on Market Total List Dollars New Listings 32 $390,530 $12,496,975 Sold 10 $398,160 $380,903 $553,530 $218,000 204 $3,809,030 Under Contract 4 $281,950 219 $1,127,800 Expired 20 $580,020 201 $11,600,400   04/10/2011