Petaluma, CA

 

 

 

 

The Petaluma lighted boat parade happens once a year, usually the first weekend in December.  It takes place in the turning basin on the Petaluma River near the D street draw bridge.  About 30-40 boats are decorated and people from all over line the banks to watch.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

After the procession the boats dock and you’re welcome to take a closer look.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The best places to watch the parade is at Graffiti restaurant and the Apple Box on 2^nd street, at Dempsey’s in the Golden Eagle shopping center, and at the River House on Weller Street. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Be prepared to get there an hour or so ahead of time to get a good view and if you’re on Weller most people bring their own tables, chairs, and food; it’s a great time and perfect for families.   

 

 

As of November 8, 2011 a whopping 53% of available listings in Petaluma are in escrow.

For the month of October 2011 63 homes sold Petaluma (31 of which were distress sales) for an average final selling price of $386,641.

The average original asking price of these homes was $406,510.

The range of final selling prices was from a low of $160,000 to a high of $1,103,000.

Of the 63 homes that sold 4 sold at their original asking prices and 14 sold over their original asking prices.

It took these homes an average of 121 days to sell.

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Petaluma, CA: Downtown Holiday Events Schedule 2011

Each year, the holiday season in Petaluma builds through a series of events which are an annual tradition in this wonderful town.

The 2011 season is officially kicked off by Santa's Riverboat Arrival on Saturday, November 26th at the Golden Eagle Shopping Center at 2-80 E. Washington Street, Petaluma. Bring the kids to meet Mr & Mrs. Claus. Festivities will begin at 11:00 AM.

On Friday, December 2nd at 7:00 PM, the 25th Annual Light Up A Life tree lighting ceremony is held at Center Park in front of McNear's, 23 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma. Hosted by Hospice of Petaluma, each light symbolizes the life of a loved one. For a $10 donation, a light can be dedicated in their memory.

On Saturday, December 3rd, from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM, is the Petaluma Downtown Holiday Merchant's Open House. The Theater District comes alive with Holiday merriment. Bring the family down for this free holiday event.

Another fabulous and free family event on Saturday, December 3rd, is Holiday Lighted Boat Parade sponsored by the Petaluma Downtown Association. Festivities begin at 5:30, when the flotilla of beautifully lit boats begin their journey from the Marina to the turning basin downtown where they remain docked on display for the remainder of this festive evening.

The holiday season in is quickly approaching, and I am proud to say that Petaluma, CA puts on quite a show and sets the mood wonderfully with these and other celebrations.

As of October 12, 2011 37% of available listings in Petaluma are in escrow.

For the month of September 2011 52 homes sold in Petaluma (26 of which were distress sales) for an average final selling price of $414,312.

The average original asking price of these homes was $442,454.

The range of final selling prices was from a low of $172,000 to a high of $825,000.

Of the 52 homes that sold, 4 sold at their original asking prices and 11 sold over their original asking prices.

It took these homes an average of 123 days to sell.

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The Adobe Pumpkin Patch in Petaluma, CA has been a family tradition for years. It’s located at 2478 East Washington Street in Petaluma and it’s open from 10am-6pm daily; weather permitting.

There’s something for everyone from hay rides, farm animals, food vendors, farmers market, a haunted barn, and of course hundreds of pumpkins to choose from. My favorite is the Halloween store that always has great decorations for sale.

The farm is open from late September through Halloween. For more information call them at 707-763-6416 or visit online at www.adobepumpkinfarm.com