The 2011 Saline Community Fair kicked-off on Tuesday, August 30th with the annual Miss Saline Pageant.
Promising something for everyone, the 2011 Saline Community Fair features:
- Agriculture exhibits
- Rides
- Games
- Food & Drinks
- Saline’s Got Talent contest
- 2011 Saline Community Fair Parade
- Live Performances
- Tractor Pull
- Antique Appraisals
Coming to town a week earlier than previous years, the Saline Community Fair is open until Monday, September 5th. Daily admission for those 11 and older is $7.00. Children 10 and younger are FREE. Daily specials include:
- Wednesday – Senior Citizen Day
- Thursday – Children’s Day
Ride Armbands $5 from 11-2:00 p.m.
All Rides $1 after 2:00 p.m. – (per ride)
- Friday – Ladies’ Day
Ladies 11 and older $5.00 until 1:00 p.m.
For more information about the 2011 Saline Community Fair visit salinefair.org.
Today we are featuring Dani Hallsell’s Chelsea Listing – 13330 Harper Drive, Chelsea, MI 48118.
What distinctive features set this home apart?
This charming Chelsea home, surrounded by mature spruce, sits on an acre of land overlooking Upland Hills common area. This 3-bedroom home has an additional 3-season bonus room. In addition to the 1.5 car garage is a 30 by 36 pole barn with electric heat.
Have there been any recent renovations or upgrades?
The kitchen of this home was recently renovated with Corian counter tops, all new appliances, and a new ceramic tile floor. New cabinets, counter top, ceramic floor and plumbing fixtures have all been added to the upper level bathroom.
What are the advantages of the location & neighborhood?
Just two miles east of downtown Chelsea, this home is very close to shopping and dining. Easy access, just ¼ mile from the exit, this home is in a great location for commuting to and from work and is less then 20 minutes to downtown Ann Arbor.
If you would like more information about 13330 Harper Drive, Chelsea, MI 48118 or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Dani Hallsell at (734) 277-0875.
Saline Area Schools continue their tradition of excellence with five of the six schools in the 90th percentile of Michigan schools. Rankings, based on the Michigan Merit Exam and Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), were released by the Michigan Department of Education.
Here is how Saline schools stacked up:
Tucked between a restaurant and retail store on Liberty Street in Ann Arbor is Liberty Street Robot Supply & Repair. There is much more to this popular retail store that sells upgrades, add-ons, attachments and gear for robots and robot owners then meets the eye.
Liberty Street Robot Supply & Repair is the entrance to 826michigan, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting students aged 6-18 with their creative writing skills. In addition, 826michigan strives to help teachers inspire their students to write. 826michigan provides challenging and enjoyable programs that strengthen each student’s power to effectively, creatively and confidently express his or her ideas. And best of all, all 826michigan events and activities are offered completely free of charge.
826michigan is a part of 826 National, an umbrella organization that works to duplicate the success of the original 826 Valencia in San Francisco. Like “the Robot Store”, each 826 has their own store front to raise funds, inspire creativity, and advertise their programs to their local communities. San Francisco’s pirate supply store sells glass eyes and one-of-a-kind peglegs, 826NYC’s Superhero Supply Company offers custom-fit capes and Seattle’s Greenwood Space Travel Supply Company sells all your space commuting appurtenances.
To learn more about 826michigan or Liberty Street Robot Supply & Repair, visit their website.
That’s what the Fed’s Policy Statement proclaimed on August 9, 2011. Although the statement was rather downbeat on the economy and no hints of a QE3 on the horizon, they extended their current mantra of keeping lower rates for an “extended period” of time.
Because the Fed will keep the Fed Funds Rates at 0% for the next two years, home rates are not likely to shoot up either, but at the same time that doesn’t mean that home loan rates are going to get much lower. Should the current rise in Core CPI continue, currently at 1.6% year over year…rates (including home loan rates) will have to gradually rise as well.
All in all, now is a great time to purchase or refinance a home with unprecedented low rates readily available.
The 74th Annual Chelsea Community Fair opened Tuesday with the Children’s Parade led down Main Street by the 2010 Chelsea Fair Queen, Kennedy Aldrich. Open through Saturday, August 27th, the Chelsea Community Fair promises to have something for everyone including livestock judging, crafts, exhibits and exhibitors, and games.
The daily cost to attend the fair is $7. Children 10 and younger are FREE. Senior citizens 65 and older may enjoy the fair for FREE on Thursday, and ladies pay only $5 before noon on Friday. Season passes are also available – $25 for adults and $15 for seniors and students with a high school or middle school ID. Below is a schedule of events from the Dexter Patch.
Schedule of Events:
Wednesday
All day: Youth Horse Show — senior and junior divisions
8am: Judging of goats
11am: Judging of dairy feeder calves
1pm: Judging of beef
1pm: Rides begin
3pm – 7pm: Colors the Clown
5pm: Judging of swine
7:30pm: Demolition Derby
Chain-saw Wood Carvers — Several shows daily
All day: Nature’s Creation of Life
Thursday
Senior Day — 65 and older enter free
All day: Youth Horse Show — walk/trot, beginner, lead line divisions
10am: Judging of dairy cattle
1pm: Rides begin
2pm: Kiddies Pedal-Power tractor pull
3pm – 7pm: Colors the Clown
7pm: Livestock auction
7:30pm: Figure 8 Demolition Derby
Chain-saw Wood Carvers — Several shows daily
All day: Nature’s Creation of Life
Friday
Ladies Day: $5 entry for ladies before noon
All day: Youth Horse Show — contesting pattern classes
8am: Ladies Day program
1pm: Rides begin
3pm – 7pm: Colors the Clown
7pm: Selection of 2011 Fair Queen
Chainsaw Wood Carvers — Several shows daily
All day: Nature’s Creation of Life
Saturday
9am: Youth Horse Fun Day
1pm: Chelsea Fair Parade
1pm: Rides begin
3pm – 7pm: Colors the Clown
7pm: Sweepstakes Showmanship
7:30pm: Four-wheel and two-wheel-drive pulling contest
Chain-saw Wood Carvers — Several shows daily.
All day: Nature’s Creation of Life
For more information, call 734-475-1270 or visit chelseafair.org.
The Charles Reinhart Company is thrilled to welcome Amy Maier!
A graduated of Wayne State University, Amy received her bachelor of fine arts degree while on a full tennis scholarship. Amy has more than a decade of experience in real estate as a senior loan officer prior to joining Reinhart as an associate broker.
Amy and her husband Bill live in the Ann Arbor area. In her free time, she is an avid cook, gardener, and golfer.
Amy Maier is working out of the Ann Arbor South Office – 500 East Eisenhower Parkway – and can be reached at (734) 669-6859 or amaier@reinhartrealtors.com.
Today we are featuring Dani Hallsell’s Dexter Listing – 4997 Looking Glass Lane, Dexter, MI 48130.
What distinctive features set this home apart?
This remarkable 5 bedroom luxury home has been impeccably maintained. In the heart of this home is the beautiful gourmet kitchen featuring custom Amish cherry cabinets, granite counter tops and a center island. Other features in this home include Geo Thermal heating, 8’ solid doors and 10’ ceilings throughout.
What amazing views will the new homeowner be able to enjoy?
Overlooking a 16 acre private lake, the views from this home are amazing! Professionally landscaped with an in-ground irrigation system, the yard is beautiful. A 600 square foot cedar deck and brick patio extend off the main level of the home, providing a space perfect for entertaining and enjoying the views.
If you would like more information about 4997 Looking Glass Lane, Dexter, MI 48130 or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Dani Hallsell at (734) 277-0875.
In most cities, yes!
According to Trulia’s second quarter Rent vs. Buy index, Americans in 39 of the country’s 50 largest cities have found that it is cheaper to buy a home than rent one. Trulia, an independent real estate advertising and search website, compared the cost of buying and renting a two-bedroom apartment, condo, or town home in the 50 largest cities in the county.
Compared to the previous quarter, buying a home has become more affordable than renting. Rising rents, falling home prices, and low mortgage rates have all contributed to home ownership making more financial sense in most areas of the country, according to Trulia.
Where It’s Cheapest to Buy vs. Rent:
The following is a list of the top 12 cities where it’s cheapest to buy a home than rent.
- Las Vegas, NV
- Phoenix, AZ
- Arlington, TX
- Fresno, CA
- Miami, FL
- Mesa, AZ
- Jacksonville, FL
- Sacramento, CA
- Detroit, MI
- Omaha, NE
- San Antonio, TX
- El Paso, TX
Source: Trulia.com
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