Beautiful day for a car show at this Croton Station in Croton, NY.  There were two car shows this weekend in Westchester County. One at Rye Playland and this one run by the local Rotary Club at Croton Station. Had classic cars, a chili contest and a raffle (which my husband just found out her won!). Here are some of the models displayed. The Croton Station is right in front of Croton Park, a 508 acre Park has camping, swimming and hiking for the community.  This park also is host to one of the largest events each summer that supports environmental reserach and development of the hudson river and the communities around it. The Clearwater Festival started its roots over 40 years ago when Pete Seger wanted to save the River.  The Clearwater Festival for 2011 was held on June 18-19th this y... 10/02/2011

Are you looking for flooring for your Westchester home in Croton-on-Hudson NY 10520? We know there are many choices..and sometimes the process can feel overwhelming. Whether you're looking for hardwood floors, tile, carpet, laminate flooring, or if you just want to refinish your hardwood floors, Floor Coverings International can help make the process fun and simple. We are a shop at home service. Our tagline is "We bring the store your door." This is important because first, you can see the colors in your lighting and color coordinate with paint color, cabinets and furniture. Second, it allows us to provide a true estimate for you. And, third, of course it is more convenient this way. We provide guidance - Which is the best type of flooring for your environment and your budget? We'll he... 09/20/2011

Sometimes it only takes a few minutes.   Sometimes it’s a gut feeling from simply seeing a photo sent over by Iphone.    Yet, when a buyer knows it’s the home for them, they start getting that fall in love, heart pounding, stomach a flurrie buzzy feeling, and of how this is the perfect home for them and even, momentarily, believing in that old cliché of American dream. It’s the truth; I am not getting carried away here. And, it’s a nice feeling buying into the American dream even if it’s just for a moment. Though, occasionally, I’m the one with the intuitiveness, and can match people to homes. Earlier this year I met a Brooklyn couple through friend’s, (who I have helped sell and buy their current home here in Croton, and yes, I had a gut feeling of their home,too!). Well, these Brookly... 09/16/2011

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Saturday was absolutely gorgeous.  I went to see 2 customers in Half Moon Bay in Croton-on-Hudson NY 10520.  As luck would have it, they were running a few minutes late on this most beautiful of days. So, I had a few minutes to walk to Hudson River and get these shots.  It was stunning...but so bright that my eyes kept tearing, so I couldn't look through the camera, so I stuck my hand out and took a few shots.  Hope they came out okay. Looks like a really nice place to live.         09/13/2011

It's been a busy week for me...and it looks like the weekend will be busy too...helping out several customers w/ flooding from Irene. I got a call from one of my customers in Croton-on-Hudson.  He is about to move into his new home, and we are set to refinish his floor next Saturday.  He has 3 different types of wood - oak, maple and old pine plank boards.  The contractor is doing a bunch of work there now and as it turns out there are a few pieces of hardwood missing. So my customer wants those replaced (and it's important to know which species of pine and width) and he was now concerned that there might be other sections missing and/or damaged under the carpets.  My customer currently lives in NYC so he can't get out there and of course he doesn't know the type of wood (and it's not s... 09/02/2011

We are so lucky.  No loss of power, no loss of possessions and everyone we know is safe and sound after the storm.  So, today we took a walk across the  Croton Dam to see the effects of Irene.  It was even more beautiful than usual.                         08/28/2011

8/28/11 Westchester County Parks Dept. HUDSON'S HARVEST Details: The program starts anywhere between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. Summer scavenger hunt for the Hudson Valley's best local food. Follow the trail of the farms, farmers markets and community gardens in Westchester. Discover the delicious community in your back yard. Come to the nature center for a map and directions. Hunt for the foods you love. Hours: Sunday 9 a.m. Cost: Parking $ with Westchester County Park Pass; $8 without Park PassLocation: Croton Point Nature Center Croton Point Park Croton Point Avenue Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520 For additional information:(914) 862-5297 Westchester County Parks Dept. 08/13/2011

  Hudson Valley Summer Events Guide August 7, 2011.  12-5 PM, Croton, NY -  Celebrate River Day at Van Cortlandt Manor, which will feature fishing, hearth cooking, brick making, modern boat building, on-water opportunities, music, picnic food, and storytelling. Adults $12, Seniors $10, Children $6, Members and under 5 free. (914) 271-8981. www.hudsonvalley.org If you would like to include your event, email me your event and contact information at anthony.stokespereira@randrealty.com This community event is provided as a service. As event information is provided by organizers and can change without notice, we advise you to contact organizers directly to confirm all details. Every effort is made to provide information that is accurate. However, information of this community event is subje... 08/11/2011

Are you looking for tile flooring and installation for your home in Croton-on-Hudson NY? Whether it’s a kitchen floor, bathroom floors and walls, an entry way or mudroom, or even a Kitchen tile backsplash, we can help you at Floor Coverings International. We understand that it can be challenging to find the right type of tile for your floors, walls and backsplashes. What’s the right type of tile – ceramic, porcelain, tumbled natural stone, marble or granite? What’s the best style and color? What types are easiest to clean. Many customers seemed to get overwhelmed when they visit a tile store. Well here’s where we can help. Floor Coverings International makes it simple by “bringing the store to your door.” That way, you can see the samples in your own lighting and color coordinate with ... 07/10/2011

  Sun filled cottage on almost 1 acre in the Village of Croton. Lovingly maintained, awesome curb appeal and tons of potential to add on. Everything is updated, move on in, or add on to this gem. If you run or bike, you will love this quiet, windy hilly road, too! Many who desire a home in Croton are looking for a village home with more than a 1/2 acre for privacy and settting, and some to take a small home (with the right settting) and some to create the home of their dreams. Look no further, come on by for a public open house July 7th 1 to 3pm.   Feel free to call me:  914-557-3760 Suzanne Welch, I am a local agent, and have other homes to show you in and around the area. 07/08/2011

I have stopped doing monthly market reports in favor of quarterly version in the hope of smoothing out the data and minimizing anomalies. Even so, the results of this quarter's data for Croton-Harmon schools are impressive. All data is taken from the Empire Access Multiple Listing Service.  In the 2nd quarter of 2010, 17 single family homes sold at a median price of $486,500.  In the 2nd quarter of 2011, 14 single family homes sold at a median price of $592,500, over $100,000 more than the same time period last year.  They are down three sales, but that is a massive jump and can't be attributed to just one strange month. That is for three whole months. That speaks to the fact that Croton is attracting higher priced buyers seeking more expensive homes than years past. Upscale housing is ... 07/02/2011

2011 Summer Events Guide Summer Events Anthony Stokes Pereira and Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty is proud to continue its seasonal tradition of compiling community events and celebrations throughout Westchester County, Rockland County, Orange County and the Hudson Valley, including this year's collection of Summer events. We are particularly delighted to present you with our comprehensive list of Fourth of July firework displays throughout the region, and wish you the best for a great holiday season. June 18 & 19, 2011. Croton-on-Hudson, New York: The Clearwater Festival 2011 - Great Hudson River Revival located at Croton Point Park. www.clearwater.org/festival June 18 & 19, Saturday 10 AM-6 PM, Sunday 10 AM-5 PM, Rhinebeck Crafts at Rhinebeck - The show features handmade jewelry,... 06/16/2011

This September marks the 10th anniversary of 9/11, a day that is burned in our memory. The day started out as a beautiful and sunny September day, and soon became a nightmare to all Americans fraught with sadness. I have written before regarding the Cortlandt 9/11 committee and their efforts to bring a memorial together with the steel we commissioned from the World Trade Center Memorial Post 11/2010 The Committee who is bringing this together, and Janet Meiniero, with whom I recently met, and who has spearheaded the Foundation of the Buchanon-Cortlandt-Croton on Hudson 9/11 Remembrance Memorial at Croton Landing. Ms Mainiero, Project Director and Croton resident is committed to making this happen with the support of Linda D. Puglisi, Supervisor of the Town of Cortlandt, Sean Murray, May... 06/14/2011

May 28, 29, 30, 2011. 10-6 PM, Croton, NY: Animals & Acrobats at Van Cortland Manor, for a Memorial weekend celebration capturing the fun of an early American traveling circus. The event includes continuous performances throughout the weekend, including acrobats, jugglers, tightrope walkers, magicians, fortune-tellers, wagon rides, and more. Adults $12, Kids $6, members are free. (914) 271-8981. www.hudsonvalley.org If you would like us to include your event, email me your event and contact information at anthony.stokespereira@randrealty.com or Fax (845) 624-7137 Anthony Stokes Pereira, Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty I can help you with every aspect of buying or selling your home because I'm experienced, because I am a Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty Real Estate Professional ... 05/26/2011

Are you looking for laminate flooring for your home in Croton-on-Hudson NY? We know it can be challenging to figure out which flooring is right for your space and whether a laminate floor is right for you. Which wood species and color will look best? Which ones work with your budget? Who should you have install the laminate floors? What is a floating floor? Well here's where we can help. We make finding laminate flooring simple. We "bring the store to your door." That way, you can see the samples in your own lighting - the way it will look in real life. We'll help you color coordinate with your paint and furniture colors. We'll explain what a floating floor is and, we'll help you figure out whether laminate flooring makes sense for you and your budget. If you want, we can even show you ... 05/06/2011

Earth Day at Senasaqua Park, Croton on Hudson, NY, April 30th, is a day of education, fun, music, food and celebrating Mother Earth.   9-11am Bird Walk led by Saw Mill River Audubon (meet at Senasqua Park) 9-11am Litter Clean-up (meet at Senasqua Park for assignment, gloves and T-shirt) 11am-4pm Demonstrations and Presentations at Senasqua Park 11am CET Presents: Cleaning up after your pet, why this is a good idea! 11:30am Invasive Plants:  How to identify them and what to do with them presented by Jim Gmelin, Master Gardener 11am-1pm Funny Fish of the Hudson River presented by Christopher Letts 1pm Birds, Bees and Butterflies:  How to create an environmentally sound garden using native plants presented by Donna Lassiter, Master Gardener Additional Demonstrations, Activities, Exhibits I... 04/28/2011

Croton on Hudson Home Sales and Values   This is the market report for single family homes sold in the Croton-Harmon school district for the first quarter of 2011. All information is sourced fom the Empire Access Multiple Listing Service.  In the first quarter of 2011, there were 15 closings with a median sale price of $540,000.  In the first quarter of 2010, there were 11 closings with a median sale price of $542,000.  4 additional closings at about the exact same median is a step forward over last year. Median price is only $2000 different-negligible. Croton is enjoying what appears to be a robust Spring.  9 homes are currently under contract at a median asking price of $550,000. This tells me that the activity is not letting up- buyers are making deals. 52 homes are active on the ma... 04/02/2011

Early in January I wrote a blog post The Eagle Returns to the Lower Hudson Valley, a short piece about the bald eagles that return to Croton on Hudson, (and a small diameter surrounding the area), every year. It surely is a gift and delight to see these magnificant eagle sightings. If you don"t know, every January bald eagles migrate south to New York's rivers in search of food, open water and nesting. I just became aware, and this is so awesome, (I will be sure to remind you next year), the Village of Croton on Hudson has a EagleCam. Even you people in other parts of the world can come on by and see for yourself! 03/26/2011

   Unique,zen-like home abound with natural light/setting. A feeling of tranquility comes over you as you enter wrought iron gate to private patio with views of a stream and woods. Main level w/ wide plank floors, new kitchen, new bath with clawfoot tub,living room with pellet stove and quiet views of woods and stream,SGD to flagstone patio. Upstairs with new bath and frameless oversized shower. MBRoom, private with views and fireplace, floor to ceiling wall of window and glass. This home is currently one of ten homes in Croton on Hudson with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and everything new. Priced right, and the ability to add with engineer plans to buyer. 14 Lounsbury has and EZ flow casual or upscale  entertaining in all in a natural, private setting. This home is also Energy efficient..... 03/16/2011