Daylight savings starts on Sunday … or maybe it ends on Sunday. I can never remember if we save daylight in the summer or winter. Whatever it’s called, the clocks spring forward on Sunday morning at 2am, costing us an hour of sleep. Looking at the bright side of the issue (ha!), it will be light even later in the evenings this coming week, allowing home buyers to actually see the houses they tour after work.
Events & Activities
Knox Parks Foundation is throwing a Tropical Party in their Laurel Street greenhouse this Friday, March 11th, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. Word on the street is that they’re bringing in some parrots from the Beardsley Zoo. Go check out the birds, music, and general good times in this benefit event – tickets are $20.
The annual Hartford St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held Downtown this Saturday, March 12th. The event kicks off at 11:00am from the Capital Avenue side of the State Capitol building. From there it loops past the Old State House before finishing near the Memorial Arch. Free parking is available at the Morgan Street garage for the day, and they’re also throwing in a $20 20% off dining voucher to encourage folks to come back for a meal on the 17th.
Finally, college basketball conference tournaments continue throughout the week, leading up to the NCAA Tournament Selection show/event/spectacle on Sunday evening. It’s the height of the bubble season! Are you on the bubble? ESPN considers the UConn men to be “locks” for the Big Dance, and one of a staggering 10 Big East teams they believe have tournament invitations wrapped up. Sadly, my Demon Deacons are not even on the bubble this year after turning in a 1-15 conference record in the weak ACC (only 2 ranked teams?!?).
Open Houses
10 Walbridge Road, West Hartford, $559,000, Sun 1:00 to 3:00
Located on one of West Hartford’s most desirable streets, this grand home has all the wonderful architectural details of the early 20th century. The living room (photo above) is amazingly comfortable with a brick fireplace, a built-in bookcase, and french doors out to the 3 season room with southern exposure. I took a quick break there during yesterday’s open house for agents and almost didn’t leave. It’s just a really great space. Interesting without being too ornate or fussy. Spacious, yet still intimate. And that’s just the living room! There are plenty of other great rooms in the home to discover. It has 6 bedrooms and 3.5 baths over 3,171 sqft. More details and a photo tour are available.
791 Prospect Ave #B3, West Hartford, $305,000, Sun 1:00 to 3:00
For a maintenance-free living experience, this large condo is packed with amenities. The main living space is large and bright, and takes advantage of its position on the corner of the building. The master suite has a huge bedroom, separate office/study, multiple walk-in closets, and of course a full bath. There are great details like a marble floored entry, hardwood floors through the kitchen and main living area, laundry in the unit, elevator access, and parking in the heated garage under the building. Like to swim, or maybe just read in the sun? Check out the pool or your private balcony. And if that’s not enough, step through the private gate into world-renowned Elizabeth Park. The unit has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths over 1,826 sqft. 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!
Kyle-
20% off dining not $20. Wishful thinking!!
Thanks, Kimberly, guess I read that one wrong the first time!