Self Defense Classes Taught Every Friday by Redlands PD Officers- Street Smart  Keep up the good work Street Smart! Learn to protect yourself and not be a victim of a crime. Get some street smart movements and gain the confidence to fight back. Street Smart is a self defense program instructed by our very own Redlands Police Officers. Classes are held Fridays from 3:45-5:15. Feel free to come by and register today! Redlands Community Center111 Lugonia AvenueRedlands, CA 92374909-798-7572 Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog.........Kristin Hamilton- CalBRE #01492138 Keller Williams Realty–Women's Council of Realtors® East Valley President.If you are looking for a professional real estate agent, I am just a phone call away. My past clients have been very satisfied with my service. Call... 05/29/2015

 Today we honor the brave men and women who have given their lives for our country. As we reflect on their sacrifice and courage, we also celebrate the freedoms they preserved and the opportunities they made possible. We are grateful for their valor and service.  *These photos taken at Pearl Harbor.        Here is a photo of my dad who proudly served his country for 26 years in the Air Force. This photo was taken at Stillwater Flying School. He is buried at Riverside National Ceremony.     Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog.................  05/25/2015

Does Your Car Reflect What Type of Realtor You AreI read an article this morning in Inman News and while driving to my morning appointment, I thought about the article all the way there and back so decided I would blog about the subject matter "Realtor Cars".Does your car reflect what type of Realtor, Lender, Inspector, Title/Escrow, or Stager you are? Does an expensive car say you are professional, work hard, and very sucessful? Or does it reinforce the FBSO idealogy that we make too much money for very little work so they can do it themselves. If we are driving an expensive car, does that make sellers want to reduce the commisson since we make plenty. Or does it say this person is successful and I respect that. If you drive up to list a luxury home driving your 1990 Civic that is all ... 05/16/2015

Women's Council of Realtors Spring Conference in Sacramento, CA    I flew to Sacramento to the Spring Conference this week. It is so rewarding to be a part of this National organization. Both men and women are members and such a great place to learn new techniques, network with others and get and give referrals to other professional agents.If you are not a member of this organization, then you are missing out. Go to WCR.ORG to find out more. Thanks for Reading my real estate blog..... 04/20/2015

Redlands is Celebrating Earth Day- April 24, 2015 by Planting 2 TreesEarth Day is being celebrated in Redlands by planting two trees, the California Sycamore and the Palo Verde tree, which are both drought resistant trees and need very little water. This celebration is scheduled at Heritage Park in Redlands, CA on April 24, 2015 from 2-4 pm. Please join the celebration and for more information, call (909) 798-7655. Native to the southwest desert and Mexico, the Palo Verde is the state tree of Arizona. Once established these trees truly need no supplemental water to live. One look around in our washes and open lots will prove that. However, in a landscape setting, some supplemental water will accelerate growth, prevent limb die-back and produce a more lush and attractive tree. To survive... 04/19/2015

Into The Woods movie playing at Redlands Park on April 17, 2015 ‘Into the Woods’ is the next scheduled Movie in the Park The City of Redlands Development Services and Quality of Life Departments are pleased to continue the popular Movies in the Park, this month featuring “Into the Woods” on Friday, April 17, at Ed Hales Park on the corner of 5th and State streets in Historic Downtown Redlands. This free event begins at 6 p.m. and will include free activities for children and entertainment provided by the Sixth Street School of Music. The movie begins at dusk. Feel free to bring your own blanket and chair. Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog.....California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic moun... 04/16/2015

Redlands Post Office has Extended Hours on April 15 The San Bernardino Main Post Office in Redlands  will have late mail collection service on April 15 for last-minute tax filers (next door to Wal-Mart) The following location will collect stamped mail until midnight for an April 15 postmark: San Bernardino P&DC 1900 W. Redlands Blvd. San Bernardino CA 92403 Retail service: 7:30 p.m. Mail collection: midnight  All other mail collection boxes and Post Office mail drops will be collected at their regular posted times on April 15. All Post Office retail lobbies will adhere to their normal business hours. Suggestions: The Postal Service reminds customers to plan ahead and mail early. If you wait until April 15 to mail your tax returns, be sure to check the collection time posted on mail drop... 04/12/2015

Redlands Police Hosting 2 Senior Scam Prevention Seminars in AprilFraud Seminar for SeniorsOn April 13, 2015, the Redlands Police Department will hold a seminar to discuss current scams that largely target seniors and tips to prevent vehicle and residential burglaries and theft at both the Redlands Community Senior Center and Joslyn Senior Center in April. The presentation locations: April 13- 12-12:12:30 pm at the Redlands Community Senior Center, 111 W. Lugonia Ave. April 17-  10-10:30 am  at the Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant St., Redlands, CAThere will be informational handouts and time for questions. The Redlands Police Department and other department continue to receive regular reports of fraudulent activities, especially targeting elderly residents. These scams take many forms, o... 04/12/2015

Redlands Bicycle Classic Schedule for April 11 -12Don't miss the last two days of the Redlands Bicycle Classic. This is a bike race qualifier and highly respected race for other sanctioned races. Even if you are not participating, it is fun to come and watch and cheer on the winners. Beer and Food available at event. Don't miss this event!Starting Line- Citrus Ave in Downtown Redlands. Day 4 - Redlands Criterium, April 11, 2015 - SaturdayAmerica's toughest pro criterium race! Men and Women's Pro Criterium, Public Races / School Duel, R.U.F.F. Ride. Start/Finish Citrus Ave, Downtown Redlands 7:00 am Registration opens for Public Races with School Duel 8:00 am Start of R.U.F.F. rides 9:00 am Shimano Public Races with School Duel 11:00 am IEHP Wheels of Perfection BMX Show 1:15 pm Flag Cer... 04/11/2015

Lincoln's Casket on View in Redlands until April 20, 2015 FREEView Replica of Lincoln’s casket at Lincoln Shrine in Relands CA until April 20 for FREE. To commemorate the 150th anniversary of the death of President Abraham Lincoln, a replica of Lincoln’s casket, created by the Batesville Casket Company, is on display in the Lincoln Memorial Shrine in Redlands through April 19. Click here to view Abraham Lincoln Shrine.Following Lincoln’s assassination on Good Friday, April 14, 1865, a casket was custom built to hold the president’s remains. After lying in state in the East Room of the White House and the U.S. Capitol, a special train carried Lincoln and the remains of his son, Willie, who died in 1862, back to Springfield, Ill. Lincoln’s open casket was viewed by hundreds of thousands o... 04/09/2015

Friends of the A.K. Smiley Public Library in Redlands Wins Award   The Friends of the A.K. Smiley Public Library in Redlands was one of two winners of the 2014 National Friends of Libraries Week awards. The award was announced by United for Libraries, a division of the American Library Association. The other winner was the Friends of the Logan County (Kentucky) Library. Both Friends of the Library organizations received cash awards and certificates for their National Friends of Libraries Week celebrations held in October.  This is a great honor for Redlands and the Smiley Library. In addition,The Friends will be able to stock thousands of books for sale during store hours  and proceeds benefit the library’s collections, services including children’s programming such as the summer readin... 04/05/2015

Looking for a home to buy or sell in Redlands, CA?  Great, here are the latest listings available for the area.  They will give you and idea of the average market price and the areas that are selling like hot cakes.  Spring is here and it is a great time to get ready for a summer move. 04/02/2015

Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Photos in Redlands Park March 28, 2015 Redlands CA Easter Egg Hunt at Ed Hales Park The City of Redlands Development Services and Quality of Life departments present a free Easter Egg Hunt event at Ed Hales Park, on the corner of State and Fifth streets in Historic Downtown Redlands, on Saturday, March 28, 2015. Located at Ed Hales Park at 5th and E. State Street and lots of parking available but come early.  Activites: Free Children's activities Snacks for the kids Musical performances Spring craft project A visit from the Easter Bunny Easter Egg Hunt beginning at 1 p.m.  Age and Time: 1:00 -1:30 pm interactive egg hunt for children up to 3 years old. 1:30-2:00 pm egg hunts for ages 4-6. 2:00-2:30 pm for ages 7-9. 2:30-3:00 pm for ages 10-12.   This event is m... 03/27/2015

Easter Bunny at Ed Hales Park in Redlands on March 28th  Be sure to bring your kids to the  FREE Redland’s Easter Egg Hunt! All the kids need is their basket and show up for lots of fun, crafts, candy and photos with the Easter Bunny. It will be at Ed Hales Park (corner of 5th and State Street, Redlands)  on March 28th, 2015 at 1:00 pm. Egg Hunt Schedule: 0-3   -   1:00 pm 4-6  -    1:30 pm 7-9  -    2:00 pm 10-12 - 2:30 pm This event is being sponsored by the City of Redlands Devopment Services Department, and Quality of Life Recreation and Senior Services Division. For more information, call 909-79-7572. Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog...... Kristin Hamilton- CalBRE #01492138 Keller Williams Realty–Women's Council of Realtors® If you are looking for a professional real estate a... 03/13/2015

Redlands CA has Movies in the Park  The City of Redlands Development Services and Quality of Life Departments are pleased to continue the popular Movies in the Park, this month featuring “Guardians of the Galaxy” on Friday, March. 20, at Ed Hales Park in historic Downtown Redlands, on the corner of 5th and State streets.  This free event will begin at 6 p.m. and will include free activities for children and entertainment provided by the “Memoirs”. The movie begins at dusk. Feel free to bring your own blanket and chair. Thanks for Reading my Real Estate Blog........ California is a dream-come-true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in Southern California, ... 03/12/2015

Throwback Thursday-My First Half-Marathon in 1991 I started running back in 1978 and ran 5 and 10K races for fun but never thought about doing any marathons or half-marathons. My running friends thought it would be fun to do the LA Marathon so we started running Half-Marathons to get used to the distance.  Here is my first! My husband, 1.5 year old baby girl and I drove to Solvang and the next morning I met my team to start the race. It was a beautiful morning and the hills of tulips were spectacular. Though I hated the hills, I focused on the beauty of the scenery. Fun!   Here we were before the race L to R: Patsy Choco #1135, Kristin Hamilton #1188 (me), Kathy Callaway #1135, and George #1192. The Santa Barbara Wine Country Marathon is still run every year in May. It starts in San Yen... 03/05/2015

Redland's 2nd Annual Emerald Necklace Grand Tour February 21, 2015   The Second Annual Emerald Necklace Grand Tour is scheduled for February 21, 2015. Call to register now. This Saturday, approximately 300 motorists, bicyclists and bus riders will tour the scenic Emerald Necklace, a 35-mile route connecting the open spaces, canyons, barns, orchards and trails around the green belt that surrounds the city of Redlands. Gourmet food and beverages from local vendors will be offered at designated “Chew and View” sites throughout the three- to four-hour tour.      “There’s only one more day to sign up for one of Redlands most unique, informative and delicious fundraisers,” said event coordinator Kathy Behrens. Call Kathy at 310-871- 3791 to sign up today. The self-guided tour, by the tourist’... 02/19/2015

Calif. Realtors Celebrate 110 Years with C.A.R. Logo   I just had to share this information that came today in an email from CAR; California Association of Realtors®.           "For 110 years, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® has worked diligently to preserve and promote a commitment to excellence, professionalism, and integrity within the real estate industry.   Help promote and celebrate this anniversary with us by posting a digital pin on your website. Print one on your business card, or use it as your profile and/or cover photo on your social media site. CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, LEADING THE WAY… FOR 110 YEARS™."                     I have just downloaded the logos and I am going to add them to my new business cards and to my ActiveRain website.          Thanks for... 02/04/2015

Meet Me at the Mansion for a Bridal Show in Redlands            Weddings with Class   Edwards Mansion is a historical mansion that has been having weddings and other special events for over 40 years. Food and cakes are made on the premises and order your flowers or other necessities for the special event.                                           *I was married here 35 years ago. Great venue and they did a terrific job.   California is a dream come true state no matter what your needs or wants are. We have year round warm weather, beautiful beaches, rustic mountains and desert communities. If you are looking for a home in southern California, please contact me. I am a local California Realtor, live in the Inland Empire community and aware of the local market. I am here to help you find ... 01/24/2015

Last Call for Redlands Meet-Up.   It's Not Too Late to Attend!!! Did you have the following goal on your 2015 To Do List?   Attend Activerain Winter Meet-Up    Well, great news... you still can, if you are near or willing to travel to the Applebees in Redlands tomorrow.  Yes, on Friday, January 23rd from 1p to 3p you can schmooze with the best Inland Empire 'rainers.  Not quite a regular 'rainer?  Why not come anyway and learn how Activerain has helped many build outstanding relationships in business and in life.  Yes, it is possible to build relationships through blogging.   Read about the Redlands meet-up, as posted by our local ambassador, Kristin Hamilton.  If you have any questions, please feel free to connect with us regarding attending this great meet-up.         MEET UP DETAILS:... 01/22/2015