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Featured City: Bradenton, FL

Jun15
2010
Leave a Comment Written by Shanna

As part of a special feature at the Buy Owner Blog, we’ll be highlighting cities throughout the nation, profiling their attractions and conveniences, as well as pointing out some currently for-sale homes in the area!

Bradenton

Today’s featured city: Bradenton, FL!

Located along U.S. 41 between Tampa and Sarasota, Bradenton is a beautiful Florida community loaded with waterways, bordered on the north by the Manatee River and separated from the outer barrier islands of Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key by the Intracoastal. Enjoy beaches, water sports, boating and more! Plus, this area also features several golf courses.

Cultural attractions in Bradenton include Riverfront Theatre, the South Florida Museum, Bishop Planetarium, Parker Manatee Aquarium, ArtCenter Manatee and Village of the Arts, a neighborhood that’s specifically designated for residents to live and work in their homes. The Myakka River State Park is just seven miles east of Sarasota and

Take a look at these Buy Owner properties currently for sale in Bradenton!

  • $479K: 3-bedroom, 2-bath pool home in country club community
  • $395K: 3-bedroom, 2-bath lakefront home with pool/lanai
  • $239K: 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in pristine community
  • $65,500: 2-bedroom, 2-bath fully furnished & remodeled condo

Image Credit: Byron Packwood

Posted in Buying Tips, Tips and Ideas - Tagged bradenton, buying a house in bradenton, featured city, florida, tampa
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Fall Events: Phoenix

Oct14
2008
Leave a Comment Written by Alicia

Arizona has more to offer than just the Grand Canyon! Its fall calendar is filled with endless activities! Whether you want to find the perfect pumpkin to place in your cacti garden, or you want definite Halloween plans to show off your killer costume, Arizona has it all! Between fests, sports, concerts and more, you won’t ever find yourself with an eventless weekend.

Farms/Pumpkins/Orchards provide outdoor fun for anyone of any age. Gather some pumpkins or fill a basket with apples in between roaming through corn mazes and cooking s’mores at bon fires.

Here are some specialty events:

  • Schnepf Farms Pumpkin and Chili Party in Queen Creek runs Thursdays through Sundays from Oct. 2 to Nov 2. Choose from a load of activities! Relax on a hayride, try your luck in the multiple mazes, shoot for a hole-in-one on the mini-golf course, cause havoc with the pumpkin launcher, spin on the carousel rides and sit by a bon fire, all while enjoying live entertainment on two stages! Friday and Saturday evenings even offer you the opportunity to watch a movie outdoors!
  • Apple Annie’s Produce & Pumpkins in Wilcox runs every weekend in October. Eat healthier this fall by providing your household with fresh veggies and apples from Apple Annie’s! You can also visit the pumpkin patch or test your memory skills in the three-level corn maze! If you time it right, you can even enjoy all-you-can-eat pancake breakfasts and apple-smoked burger lunches.
  • Tolmachoff Farms in Glendale runs everyday in October and November, except Mondays. Search the pumpkin patches, view the surroundings on a hay ride, roam the corn maze during the day and scream freely during the nighttime haunted maze!

Haunted houses are only available one time of year. Don’t let it slip by without surrounding yourself with creepy clowns, crazed ghosts and wacky prisoners with chainsaws!

Here are the scariest houses in the area:

  • Alien Extreme in Mesa will cause you to question your thoughts on outer space. When aliens surround you, it’ll be hard not to believe they exist! A collage of live actors, animated props and 3D special effects will surely make you feel like you’re trapped on an alien spacecraft.
  • Arizona’s Original Scream Park in Scottsdale provides FOUR haunted attractions! If one doesn’t do the trick, try another! Attractions include Alice’s House of Nightmares, 3D Fear Factory, Castle of Darkness and Goldminers Revenge!
  • Bloodbury Cemetery in Chandler is the most unique experience of them all. This homeowner has turned his own home into a haunted attraction! Congratulate this hard work by visiting the attraction yourself!

Fests single out a few special days of the month by providing you with a unique, special experience. With the ideal weather of fall, you could fill each upcoming weekend with a different fest!

Here are some eye-catchers:

  • Arizona State Fair is an annual favorite of Arizona civilians! This State Fair offers up the usual festival rides and food vendors that you love. Special performances include Larry the Cable Guy, the Goo Goo Dolls and Lauren Gottlieb, a top contestant in So You Think You Can Dance. Other special events include an up-close-and-personal grizzly bear show, a petting zoo and a Rock Band competition! This Fair runs from Oct. 10 to Nov. 2.
  • International Horror and Science Fiction Film Festival in Tempe runs from October 23 to October 26 and offers you an opportunity to view horror and science fiction films, produced by independent filmmakers. Afterward, socialize with the filmmakers in a “party” environment.
  • Boo at the Zoo at the Phoenix Zoo runs from October 25 to 26. Enjoy the usual wildlife found at the zoo while also viewing mascot parades, a pony parade, special animal shows, “stomping and chomping” pumpkins and more!

Sports swarm the country at this time of year! Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action. No matter where your interests lie, there’s a fall sport for you!

Here are the most popular sports:

  • Arizona Cardinals is Arizona’s NFL team! Gather the entire experience of live football by picking up tickets for a home game at the University of Phoenix Stadium.
  • Phoenix Coyotes is Arizona’s hockey team! If you prefer more violence than what football has to offer, hockey is the perfect choice! Watch these men fight for a victory at the Jobing.com Arena.
  • Phoenix Suns is Arizona’s NBA team! Basketball is usually a clean, fast-paced sport: less fighting, constant action. Pick up your tickets for a home game played at the US Airyways Center.

Theatre is the ideal option for a relaxing evening. Theatre productions are performed year-round and will never let you down.

Here are upcoming shows:

  • Can love and humanity survive through the affair between a nightclub’s former star attraction and an American writer? Find out by attending the classic Cabaret performance! Shows run from Oct. 3 to Nov. 16 at the Phoenix Arizona Theatre.
  • If you’re looking for a mix between comedy and emotion, ‘Til Death Do Us Part is your match. This story will make you laugh and shed tears through the story of a married couple growing old together. It’s being performed at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.
  • If you thought you could never sit through a Shakespeare classic, think again! William Shakespeare’s plot of Twelfth Night takes a twist with musical performances by Elvis Presley! Together, it’s called All Shook Up and will make you wish you were out there dancing! Catch a showing between October 2 and November 15 at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre.
  • For a traditional Shakespeare experience, enjoy the classic drama found in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, showing from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 at the Symphony Hall in Phoenix.

Concerts provide an evening of music to the ears! New performers are always coming to the area, so staying up-to-date is crucial if you don’t want to miss your favorite singer/band. No matter what your taste of music is, something is out there for you!

Here are some upcoming shows:

  • Weezer, Oct. 18 at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum
  • Sheryl Crow, Oct. 21 at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum
  • Mary J Blige, Oct. 22 at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum
  • Meatloaf, Oct. 30 Veterans Memorial Coliseum
  • Alanis Morissette, Nov. 11 at the Dodge Theatre
  • Smash Mouth, Nov. 15 at the Celebrity Theatre
Posted in Buying Tips, Regional Info - Tagged arizona, autumn, fall events, fall events in phoenix, phoenix, phoenix fall fun, regional spotlight, things to do in phoenix
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Fall Events: Houston

Oct02
2008
1 Comment Written by Carrie

Keep the gentle breezes coming and let the sun shine bright in Houston this fall! Warm days and cooler nights allow you to spend some time outdoors with plenty of ease. There are also lots of indoor activities to enjoy, as well! Explore Houston (and the rest of the Lone Star state) and check out some of these Buy Owner suggestions for fall fun and frolic!

FESTIVALS & FAIRS are plentiful during the fall months. Whether you want to carve a pumpkin, purchase some jewelry or eat some exotic cuisine, you are sure to find your perfect kind of festival in and around Houston! Here are just a few of the celebrations you might enjoy:

The 34th Annual Fair on the Square in Huntsville Texas is a smorgasbord of fun! Over 300-plus booths of arts and crafts stretch out through the historic downtown square to food tents and beer gardens. Head to Huntsville on October 4, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.! Call 800-289-0389 for more info.

The Life is Good Pumpkin Festival in Cinco Ranch is a great place for everything pumpkin! This orange-colored Halloween staple appears in several Life is Good festivals throughout the U.S.! Take the time to join this national celebration in Houston on October 25, between 12 and 4 p.m. There’s a pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating, carnival games and more!

Experience the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of Greece at the Saint Thomas Episcopal Market Fall Fair! This fest also falls on October 25, between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., giving you plenty of time to do two fests in one day! Shop for fine jewelry, vintage decor and soft linens. Enjoy gourmet Greek cuisine! Let the wind run through your hair as you fly on one of the amusement rides. Call 713-666-3111 or visit this site for more information.

Another craft show you might consider attending is being held on November 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The 4th Annual Cypresswood Fall Festival and Craft Show has something for everyone! It’s the perfect time of year to be looking for inexpensive, home-made Christmas gifts. There are also activities for children and plenty of food choices for the craft show goers.

OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS are available year round, thanks to the fantastic weather conditions! Especially during the fall, get out there and be active.

Become a member of Bayou City Outdoors! It’s an active social outdoor club that plans and hosts multiple events every week. Enjoy biking, hiking, kayaking, sailing, yoga and more! Even if you do not want to pay for a membership, there are plenty of events that are free and open to the public, as well.

SPORTS really kick it into high gear this fall in Texas! In Major League Baseball, the Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers have finished their regular season, in second and third place in their respective divisions. With no hope for the post season, Texas fans must turn to football and basketball!

In the NBA, the Houston Rockets and the San Antonio Spurs are will heat up the court this month. The gals on the Comets are sure to score tons of baskets when the WNBA season starts this fall!

Looking for a place to cool off? Head into American Airlines Center and watch the Dallas Stars take the ice!

In the NFL, the Dallas Cowboys keep up an early fight for first place, currently heading into October tied for second with the Washington Redskins. The Houston Texans are 0-3, but they have plenty of time to catch up with the currently undefeated Tennessee Titans!

THEATRE is a great reason for you to get off the couch and head into the city for some live entertainment! You could also take in the beauty of the city, walking around a bit before the start of the show. Or perhaps you could make reservations at brand-new restaurant for dinner afterwards! When planning a night of fun, you should definitely keep one of these theater shows on your list of things to do.

Visit France without ever leaving Houston! Cyrano de Bergerac is a play centered on the life of the famous French poet. Showings run from Oct. 3 to Nov. 2 at the Alley Theatre in Houston.

Love a good scandal? Revisit the Watergate debacle when you see Frost/Nixon, a play written by a British screenwriter. It’s based on T.V. interviews between David Frost and Richard Nixon in 1977 that led to the former President’s admission of guilt about his role in Watergate. This show runs at the Hobby Center from Oct. 21 to Nov. 2.

Also running at the Hobby Center, Menopause, the Musical is a hilarious take on aging women. The cast of four women shops at Bloomingdale’s and sings songs about chocolate cravings, hot flashes and more. Showings run from Nov. 11 to Nov. 16.

CONCERTS in Houston offer the musical genius of artists from every type of genre imaginable. Check Ticketmaster for your favorites, and check out these highlighted shows:

Ben Folds, Oct. 24 at the Warehouse Live

Jason Mraz, Oct. 25 at the Verizon Wireless Theatre

Carrie Underwood, Nov. 1 at the Reliant Arena

The Black Crowes, Nov. 20 at The House of Blues Houston

Posted in Buying Tips, Regional Info - Tagged autumn, events, fall, houston, local attractions, texas
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Fall Events: Atlanta

Sep30
2008
Leave a Comment Written by Alicia

Though the thermometers in Atlanta may not show much of a difference between summer and autumn yet, festive fall activities in the city will allow you to experience the seasonal changes and to keep busy during the fun holiday months ahead.

SPECIAL EVENTS are planned throughout the upcoming fall months. When you have free time to enjoy, something special will surely be available at that time. Special events include festivals, parades and annually celebrations.

Fright Fest at Six Flags Over Georgia boasts spooky décor of spider webs, tombstones and scarecrows while real live ghosts, witches and creepy clowns gallivant around the park with you! The scary, exciting atmosphere surrounds you while the rides stay open past summertime. Fright Fest runs every weekend through October.

Harvest Midtown offers a sophisticated atmosphere for wine lovers everywhere! Sample 250 types of wine while enjoying appetizers, live music and an Organic Farmer’s Market. But tickets ahead of time at a cheaper price for this fun event taking place on Oct. 4.

Oktoberfest Atlanta takes place on Oct. 10 and 11 for all those lovers of bratwurst, sauerkraut and beer! Enjoy all of your favorite authentic German foods and drinks while watching live performances of German music and entertainment.

Atlanta Zoo is hosting a Boo at the Zoo event Oct. 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 and 25. Not only can you have fun watching animals play in the perfect weather of fall, including pandas that only three zoos in America exhibit, but you also get to enjoy festively decorated paths, treats in the “Candy Forest”, costumed workers and a talking tree! If one day at the zoo just isn’t enough, stay overnight at Boo at the Zoos NightCrawlers.

Taste of Atlanta allows you to devour a taste of some or all of Atlanta’s best restaurants. Booths from over 75 restaurants in the vicinity gather in one place on Oct. 11 and 12 to offer you food samplings. This is a great opportunity for people new to the area! Cooking demonstrations and classes are also available.

Stone Mountain Park is located only 30 minutes outside of the city and will host a Pumpkin Festival Oct. 3 to Oct. 26 on weekends. This fun festival includes a maze, pumpkin pie eating contests, fall arts and crafts, trick or treating and more!

Atlanta Horrorfest screams into action from Oct. 23 to Oct. 26. Live music entertains you while costume contests take form. The main attraction includes the Buried Alive Film Festival, which allows independent horror films from around the country to make their debut. The finale of the Horrorfest consists of a 1.5 mile zombie walk!

The 2008 Bands of America Regional Championships is the nation’s leading event to honor exceptionally talented high school band students! From Oct. 31 to Nov.1., watch these amazingly talented young adults have their talents rewarded as they play for the nation!

The Annual Festival of Trees is a nine-day event from Nov. 24 to Dec. 2. It raises money for the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta while having fun too! Local designers volunteer their time to decorate 200 trees and holiday scenes. Across the street from the trees, Centennial Olympic Park fills its surroundings with holiday luminaries, some that reach a height of 50 feet! Other attractions include hand-made gingerbread houses, specialty shops and live entertainment to please every type of personality.

Chick-fil-A Bowl Parade on Dec. 31 is a huge Atlanta event that takes place downtown Atlanta. The parade includes band performances, classic cars, floats and entertainment. Afterward, watch NCAA college football teams play at Georgia Dome.

Outdoor attractions don’t necessarily need to be special events. Parks and scenic areas in Atlanta are available year-round.

This fall, enjoy the changing colors of Piedmont Park, where you can view the city while enjoying activity on the tennis courts, baseball diamonds, soccer fields and pathways for biking or running. If not in the active mood, just enjoy a picnic under a tree or by one of the two ponds.

Panola Mountain State Park offers three-mile walking tours. During this healthy travel, you will encounter forests, a lake, a boulder field and, of course, the mountain. While awing over these serene views, learn about the native plants, history and geology of this area.

Enjoy a lunch break at Centennial Olympic Park where pop, R&B and jazz concerts perform at noon every Tuesday and Thursday through October.

Broadway Shows are a relaxing escape from reality on cold or rainy nights. The Fabulous Fox Theatre is hosting plenty of upcoming shows! Whether you enjoy witches, sugar plum fairies or high school shenanigans, something will surely strike you fancy!

The ever-so-popular Wicked offers an unknown explanation of the Wizard of Oz witches in pre-Wizard of Oz days. Showings of Wicked run from Oct. 8 to Nov. 2

The comical drama High School Musical 2 continues the storyline of the young high school crowd that the world fell in love with. During their summer, these youngsters work at a country club together and deal with issues that all teenagers face. This show runs from Nov. 6 to Nov. 16.

Posted in Buying Tips, Regional Info - Tagged atlanta events, autumn, community info, fall events
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