My weekend plan is to shovel snow. Even if it isn’t actively precipitating, there’s still snow to move. This week it was slushy stuff the plow deposited at the bottom of the driveway when they came through the neighborhood on a second pass a few days after the most recent storm. And I guess I should have done a better job tunneling through the giant snow banks at the intersection since a good samaritan took it upon himself to cut a path out into the road. Don’t know who it was, but if you’re reading … thanks!
Events & Activities
CMTA Hartford Boat Show, CT Convention Center, Fri 1/28 to Sun 1/30
I’m sensing a bit of a theme in the January events at the Connecticut Convention Center … big toys! Last week they had the RVs, and this week it’s boats. If only it was followed by cars and electronics in the coming weeks (it’s not). Being a land-lover, the boat show isn’t high on my priority list, but I know lots of people who love both sailing and fishing. Might be worth checking out. Get $2 off the $12 adult admission (kids 12 and under are free) using the coupon on the event website.
Canton Barn Saturday Auction, Sat 1/29 at 7:30, Free
This week is as good as any to mention the Canton Barn’s weekly Saturday night auction. We would highly recommend checking this place out if you are in the process of furnishing or decorating a house. We’ve attended on a number of occasions, bought a bunch of stuff, and have been impressed with how reasonable prices can be for larger items. For example, we still regret buying our dining room set new when we could have found a table and chairs with more character for a fraction of the price at the Canton Barn. Doors open at 5:00 so you can inspect the items up for bid, and the actual auction starts at 7:30. They cook burgers and ‘dogs on the grill out back and have an impressive assortment of pies. Arrive a little early, put a cushion on your chair, check out the merchandise, grab some pie, and enjoy the event. The Canton Barn is smoke-free, alcohol-free, and cellphone-free. Once the auction begins it is also adult-only. There is no buyer’s premium or reserve bid, they accept cash and checks only – no credit cards – so plan accordingly.
Open Houses
For those who are looking for a new home but aren’t all that keen on this January’s shovel-palooza, we have the perfect solution … condos! This week we have two fantastic condos open for your inspection, both very centrally located in Greater Hartford and in the vicinity of Elizabeth Park.
791 Prospect Ave #B3, West Hartford, $305,000, 1/30/2011 from 1:00 to 3:00
The Grosvenor House complex in West Hartford is adjacent to the Elizabeth Park Rose Garden. Unit B3 is a modern, bright, and spacious ranch style condo with all the amenities. A spacious entry opens to the large combined living and dining rooms that serve as the heart of the home. The updated eat-in kitchen is fully applianced, and has plenty of storage. A secluded master bedroom suite features a large bedroom, private office, multiple walk-in closets and a full bath. A second bedroom and second full bath complete the home. The condo also has garage parking, elevator access, a private balcony, in-unit laundry, central air, storage unit, and totals 1,826 square feet. More details and a photo tour are available.
38 Goodwin Circle, Hartford, $489,900, 1/30/2011 from 1:00 to 3:00
The Goodwin Estate is a relatively new complex in Hartford’s West End. Built in the mid 2000s, the complex has the new construction look and amenities. Unit 38 is an end unit that backs to the woods. It is a townhouse style, with large open living room and dining room and fully appointed kitchen with maple cabinetry, granite counters, and stainless appliances. The walkout lower level is fully finished as a large family room with full bath. Upstairs is a master suite featuring private loft, walk-in closet, and large bath with Jacuzzi tub. Two additional baths and a full bath complete the upper level. The condo also has an attached 2 car garage, private deck, in-unit laundry, central air, and totals 3,164 square feet. More details and a photo tour are available.
What Else?
Send Kyle (KyleB@KyleB-RE.com) a quick note if you know of other events we should include … thanks!