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St Patrick’s Day Crafts
It’s St Patrick’s Day today! If bar hopping downtown Peterborough isn’t your scene this year, or maybe your babysitter fell through, we’ve compiled a bunch of fun crafts you can do with (or without?) the kids!
- Shamrock Suncatcher – Cut out squares with green tissue paper and stick onto contact paper or self-adhesive laminating paper. Hang in a sunny window. Template included!
https://www.thebestideasforkids.com/shamrock-suncatcher/ - Rainbow Handprint Art – Paint the palms of your child’s hand with red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple paint and press them onto a piece of paper to create a rainbow.
https://kidscraftroom.com/handprint-rainbow-painting/ - Leprechaun Hats – Cut out a hat shape from green paper and decorate it with glitter, stickers, and other fun materials.
https://meaningfulmama.com/leprechaun-hat-st-patricks-day-craft-for-kids.html - Pot Of Gold & Rainbow Craft – Create a pot of gold collage with this free template!
https://www.simpleeverydaymom.com/pot-of-gold-rainbow-craft-for-kids/ - Patrick’s Day Cards – Have your child decorate blank cards with green and gold markers, stickers, and other materials to give to friends and family. Some examples:
https://www.roseclearfield.com/10-simple-diy-st-patricks-day-cards/
These crafts are simple and fun for kids of all ages and can help them celebrate and learn about St. Patrick’s Day. Hope these make your day a little brighter and a little luckier! ☘️
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
– Irish Blessing
2022 Awards Night
We are honoured to share the wonderful video that Peter Esteves from look.listen.feel.films compiled for us.
What a fun night! We love looking back at everyone’s smiling faces. It was a night that we will not soon forget.
Thank you everyone for making our 2022 Awards Night a success. We’re already brainstorming for our 2023 awards!
March Break in Peterborough
It’s just about that time! The first sign of spring — March Break! Not going out of town? Well with the weather ever so slightly warming up and Day Light Savings time “springing forward” there’s a ton you can do with the family this week in and around Peterborough.
Here are some events to take note of…
The Peterborough Public Library has a ton of fun activities every day of the week and for a variety of ages!
Friday, March 10th
Family Movie night starts at 6pm
Saturday, March 11th
Pick up a Family Grab & Go STEM kit (first come first serve)
Monday, March 13th
Yoga Story Adventures at 10:15 am
Art FUN-damentals at 12pm (pre-registration required)
Creature Feature Hour at 2pm
Tuesday, March 14th
Roads, Ramps & Racetracks at 10:15am
Resumes & Interviews at 12pm (pre-registration required)
Ride ‘n Roll with Science at 2pm (pre-registration required)
Wednesday, March 15th
Constellations in the Planetarium at 10:15am
Solar System in the Planetarion at 11:30am (pre-registration required)
Customize Your Sneakers at 1:30pm (pre-registration required)
Thursday, March 16th
The Lonely Giant interactive storytime at 10:15am (tickets required)
Songwriting at 12pm (pre-registration required)
Investigate It! Forensics Lab at 2pm (pre-registration required)
Friday, March 17th
Plasticine Workshop for ages 5 to 8 at 10:15am (pre-registration required)
Cake Decorating at 12pm (pre-registration required)
Plasticine Workshop for ages 9 to 12 at 1pm (pre-registration required)
For registration and more details head to the Peterborough Public Library link here: https://bit.ly/3FcDLkZ
The Peterborough Wellness Centre will have a free family swim on Friday March 10th 6:30pm – 8pm. It will be first come first serve with a maximum of 175 swimmers. More info here: https://bit.ly/3ZX2AJF
Our local real estate board, Peterborough and the Kawarthas Association of Realtors (PKAR), is hosting family skating throughout the Kawarthas all week long. For more information visit https://www.pkar.org/marchbreakskating
Interested in visiting a maple syrup festival? The 35th annual Warkworth Maple Syrup Festival is happening March 11th and 12th at Sandy Flat Sugar Bush. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, horse & wagon rides, maple taffy in the snow, and live music. Free shuttle bus available to and from downtown Warkworth. More info here: https://warkworthmaplesyrupfestival.ca/
Don’t miss the 20th annual St Patrick’s Day parade returning to downtown Peterborough on Sunday, March 12th. The Flag Raising will happen at 1:00pm at City Hall. The parade starts at 2pm and will head south on George Street from McDonnel. Road closures will be over by 4pm. More info here: http://pspdp.com/
Want to get the kids outside and be more active? Why not try cross-country skiing? Head over to the Kawartha Nordic Ski Club website for more info on their day passes and trail conditions. Ski and snowshoe rentals are available in their rental shop.
Have younger kids at home and just looking to get out of the house? The Peterborough Child and Family Centre has a bunch of drop-in programs for families with children ages 0-6 years. They are located at 201 Antrim Street. For more info: https://ptbocfc.ca/
Hope this snapshot of local events in Peterborough and the Kawarthas helps you plan a super fun week for you and your family!
2023 Carl Oake Rotary Swim
The 37th annual Carl Oake Rotary Swim is happening tomorrow, March 3rd at 7am. Join us at the YMCA of Peterborough as teams swim laps to raise money for the Rotary Club of Peterborough projects and Easter Seals.
Over the past 37 years, the Rotary Carl Oake Rotary Swim has raised over $1.37 million to support Easter Seals Ontario, and local Rotary Projects, including Camp Kawartha, Habitat for Humanity, the Rotary Greenway Trail, and community food programs. Last year over $50,000 was raised! Let’s try and beat that this year!
Our team, “C21 Gold Post” will be hitting the pool tomorrow morning. Visit this link to donate: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/pages/2023-carl-oake-rotary-swim_team-c21-gold-post/
The Carl Oake Rotary Swim is brought to you by title sponsor Baker Tilly KDN. We’re also so grateful to The Good Baker at YMCA of Central East Ontario for providing refreshments to our dedicated volunteers on swim day!
Join us tomorrow morning and #getsOAKEd!
February 2023 Market Stats
Our latest market statistics for February 2023 are now available for Peterborough and the Kawarthas. It is significant to note that the number of sales are at almost half what they were last year, and there is a significant increase in active listings. While the average sale price has increased from last month, there is a continued notable decline in the average sale price when compared to this time last year.
Highlighted below are some of the major areas covered by our stats:
Need help deciding your next move? Don’t know what these numbers mean for you? We always have an agent on duty to help you. Just call our office at 705-743-4444 and we will be happy to direct you to a REALTOR® to answer any questions you might have.
*All data from ITSO. InfoSparks®© 2023 ShowingTime MLS® Resale Residential. Information deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.
Paying Off Your Mortgage Faster
Paying off your mortgage faster can help you save a lot of money on interest over the life of the loan and even enable you to own your home outright sooner. Here are some tips to help you pay off your mortgage faster:
- Make extra payments: One of the most effective ways to pay off your mortgage faster is to make extra payments whenever possible. This could mean making one extra payment per year, making more frequent payments, or even making larger lump-sum payments whenever you have extra cash available.
- Refinance your mortgage: Refinancing your mortgage can help you lower your interest rate and reduce your monthly payments. You can also choose to refinance to a shorter term, such as a 15-year mortgage, which will help you pay off your mortgage faster.
- Make biweekly payments: Rather than making one monthly payment, consider making biweekly payments instead. By doing this, you will end up making 26 half-payments each year, which is equivalent to 13 full payments. This will help you pay off your mortgage faster and save on interest.
- Round up your payments: Rounding up your mortgage payments can help you pay off your mortgage faster without even realizing it. For example, if your monthly mortgage payment is $1,200, rounding up to $1,300 will help you pay off your mortgage faster and save money on interest over time.
- Make a lump sum payment: If you come into some extra money, consider making a lump sum payment towards your mortgage. This can significantly reduce the amount of interest you pay over the life of the loan and help you pay off your mortgage faster.
- Consider downsizing: If you’re serious about paying off your mortgage faster, you could consider downsizing to a smaller home or moving to a lower-cost area. This will allow you to put more money towards your mortgage payments and pay off your mortgage faster.
Remember, it’s important to check with your lender to make sure there are no prepayment penalties before making extra payments toward your mortgage.
Confused about where to start? Reach out to your REALTOR® to connect you with a Mortgage Broker. Don’t have a REALTOR® yet? Reach out to us! We always have an agent on duty to help answer your questions — whether it be about the value of your home, or where to find a reliable lender.
Featured Property – 216 O’Carroll Avenue, Peterborough
This month’s featured property is the stunning 216 O’Carroll Avenue, in the heart of the former Teachers’ College area. Located in a perfect location, this north end home boasts a large 80′ x 100′ fully fenced lot.
The classic architecture and updated home decor will take your breath away! The custom-designed main floor features an open-concept kitchen with large garden doors and windows, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and gas stove. The huge breakfast bar overlooks the welcoming family room with a gas fireplace and floor-to-ceiling surround.
Off the foyer, Glass French doors welcome you into the sunny dining room on one side, perfect for ending the day with family or entertaining your friends. The other side of the foyer offers a large living room with gas fireplace. Use this space as a quiet retreat to curl up with a book, or a functional den to work from home.
The central staircase leads you to the second floor where you will find a bright primary bedroom with dual closets and a unique double door access to a secondary space – perfect for an office, dressing room, nursery or a 4th bedroom.
The second level also provides an additional two bedrooms each with closets, and a 4 piece bath.
The inside of the home is completed with a cozy, spacious basement with a recreation room and games room. So much potential here! Off the rec room, you will find another den with the potential for a guest bedroom.
Heading outside, the finished backyard oasis is complete with a hot tub, mature trees and a totally fenced yard. The attached 0ne-car garage is a bonus!
This home must be seen to fully appreciate all there is to offer.
Floor plans and a virtual walk-through can be found here: https://youriguide.com/216_o_carroll_ave_peterborough_on/
For a private showing contact Listing Agent, Lisa Parsons REALTOR® at 705-977-5635 or email lisa.parsons@c21.ca
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Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas
It’s Valentine’s Day today! Hopefully you remembered to get the flowers, the thoughtful card and book dinner reservations for you and your valentine… But what if you forgot and it’s too late for dinner and gifts? Can’t get a babysitter? Well, we’ve got you covered! With a quick trip to the grocery store, a romantic dinner at home can be both dinner and a thoughtful gift.
Set the stage with candles, wine (or non-alcholic bubbly?)… maybe turn it into a picnic on the floor? Jump out of our comfort zone and show your other half that it’s the thought that counts. Even if that thought was last minute!
Here are some great romantic recipes to consider for tonight’s menu. Just mix and match to create a unique dining experience for the two of you:
Appetizers
Garden salad with homemade dressing
Main courses
Feta and spinach stuffed chicken breasts
Balsamic penne pasta with asparagus and tomatoes
Sides
Balsamic roasted Brussels sprouts
Desserts
Chocolate covered strawberries
Easy roasted pears with balsamic & honey
Hopefully this gives you a little inspiration to create your own special dinner tonight. And don’t forget to stop by your grocer’s flower isle… you might just be in luck and find a lovely bouquet for your special someone.
Don’t have a special someone? Why not reach out to your pals and have a friend-focused Valentine’s day? There are no rules here! Love is love, and don’t we all deserve to give and receive? Pamper those closest to you today and… Happy Valentine’s day!
January 2023 Market Stats
We have just released our January 2023 Market Stats for Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Some key points to note are that while the number of sales seems to be consistent with last year, the number of active listings are way up from 2022 and the average sale price is much lower.
Some of the larger areas are featured below:
Need help deciding your next move? Don’t know what these numbers mean for you? We always have an agent on duty to help you. Just call our office at 705-743-4444 and we will be happy to direct you to a REALTOR® to answer any questions you might have.
*All data from ITSO. InfoSparks®© 2023 ShowingTime MLS® Resale Residential. Information deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.
CENTURY 21 United 2023 Kickoff & Awards
2022 Recap & 2023 Kick Off
Last Thursday we had the great honour of hosting our agents for our annual Kick Off event. We gathered at the Peterborough Golf & Country Club for breakfast, a recap of 2022, and a synopsis of what’s to come in 2023.
Some of the exciting things we’re developing for our agents this year include:
- a monthly prospecting challenge with a grand prize of a weekend away at the Drake Devonshire in Prince Edward County;
- our new “Elevate” training program with monthly meetings to help you grow your business and stay on top of the tools available to you through C21 United;
- a new training program we’re calling “STEPS” — Monthly Stats Elevator Pitch & SOI Meeting;
- Coffee Lab discussion group wherein our agents will meet monthly to discuss the market;
- we’re piloting a new admin program, “Concierge 2.0” to help our agents get ahead of their marketing and increase client contact;
- online-based lead gen membership program;
- a new in-house media room for podcasting;
- a variety of masterminds including Top Producers, Peer Q&A panels with top agents, and a Team Mastermind;
- social media training from an expert in the field;
- one-on-one coaching with our non-selling licensed managers
In addition to all the in-house training we’re providing in 2023, we’re also going to have a wide variety of fun social activities for our agents including our annual summer party, a kids’ summer party, a mystery tour, kids’ holiday party, and our annual holiday party, just to name a few!
Our day-long event continued with special guest speakers and workshops, including Jess Lenouvel of Listings Lab and Gary Zalepa from C21 Canada’s head office.
After a brief break for lunch, our agents and staff reconvened at the golf club for our 2022 Awards Ceremony. We honoured last year’s Top 21 individuals and Top teams, as well as our CENTURION® and MASTERS® award winners. It was a fun night and a great way to celebrate our hard-working REALTORS® for their phenomenal year.
Here is a list of Century 21 United our award winners for 2022:
It was a long and productive day for our company! We closed out 2022 in style and are ready for what 2023 has in store — may it be nothing but health and happiness ❤️
