Needham, MA

This is the website for Needham's Green Collaborative - here you will find their mission.

http://www.greenneedham.org/

March 23, 2009 see below:

Join State Senator Scott Brown and State Representative Lida Harkins for a Town Hall Meeting at:

First Parish Church
28 Dedham Avenue
7:00 - 9:00 PM

On what the 2009 Stimulus Package means to Massachusetts.

You can take the 10% challenge on the website too. So now we can take the low carbon diet lifestyle.

For me it is low carbon and low carbohydrates diets. It works for me.

I have been at this for a long time so in the past 27 years I have educated myself on green living. It doens't happen overnight but nothing does. There are many shades of green and anything we can do makes a difference.

So Up with Green.


Pat Baker, Realtor(R), ABR (R), GREEN(R)
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
1 Chapel Street, Needham, MA 02492
www.patannbaker.com
(C) 671-435-3471 (O) 781-444-7400 (V&F) 781-446-8697

The market in Needham is defiintely hot.

There were 21 single family homes that went under agreement in the last 20 days. The prices ranged from $350,000 to $1,475,000.

It is like this, if you snooze you loose. I anticipate a very busy weekend with open houses and lots of traffic.

Not only Needham but other surrounding communities are have much more activity. I would say the last 3 weeks have been strong. Now the the reduced interest rates that will encourage even more buyers out to the market. I spoke to agents in Holliston, Natick and all the way to Pembroke in the past few days and it looks like those market are doing well too. Homes are priced to sell right now and that certainly helps.

This could be a very busy year in real estate. I believe that the real estate market will help start the economy to recover.

Pat Baker, Realtor(R), ABR (R), GREEN(R)
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
1 Chapel Street, Needham, MA 02492
(C) 671-435-3471 (O) 781-444-7400 (V&F) 781-446-8697
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So it’s the grandest of days, and even though St. Patrick was born in Italy, today is the day to celebrate all things Irish!

For a look at Boston’s Irish pubs and beer catch Lew Bryson’s “I Had a Guiness.”

Article By: Lew Bryson

Bryson also has an informative piece on the growing popularity of Irish whiskey and its recession resistance.

Drinking in bars may be down, but those glistening bottles are on the upswing in homes around the nation!

Here’s a flavor of Bryson’s swig:

Ah, Irish whiskey.

It’s no surprise that so many of my great moments of 2OO8 involved it. If you look at the graph of Irish whiskey consumption in the US over the past ten years, it’s clear that I’m not alone. An increasing number of American drinkers are choosing Irish whiskey, and category sales have almost tripled. Other than the obvious – that Irish whiskey’s just some tasty stuff – what’s going on?… - Massachusetts Beverages Magazine

Lew Bryson’s “Seen Through A Glass Blog”

JOHN PRESCOTT

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Top Real Estate Agent for more than 14 years, serving the real estate needs of Wellesley, South Natick, Weston, Needham, Wayland, Newton, Framingham and other MetWest communities. www.johnprescott.net

JOHN PRESCOTT

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I can't really say enough great things about Consolidated Plumbing and Heating.

Just for starters they saved 2 closings for me by their rapid response to a need we had we plumbing at the very last minute. One time it was after the owners were moved out and the closing was the next day. They came within the hour. The other time was after a building inspection they were able to come and give my buyer counsel on an issue regarding main sewer pipe. The best thing in both cases was they came so quickly.

Recently a buyer of mine who had purchased her home last summer and during one of those bitter cold days she had a pipe burst. Her husband was out of town and she called me for a recommendation. Of course, I immediately recommended Consolidated Plumbing and Heating. She got a quick response also.

Their work is absolutely great. See the lastest offer they have presently below:

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Pat Baker, Realtor(R), ABR (R), GREEN(R)
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
1 Chapel Street, Needham, MA 02492
(C) 671-435-3471 (O) 781-444-7400 (V&F) 781-446-8697
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I have been highlighting a local business and this week I am featuring "Beverages to Go." On Tuesdays there is always a wine tasting and I wanted to get the word out on that. I have had Tammy Lamenzo do wine and cheese parties for me around at a property or as part of another event. She is always a delight and everyone, of course, enjoys the event. I personally can highly recommend Tammy and Beverages to Go." I have never been anything but delighted with the service whether I personally go there or Tammy comes to me and my event.

Here is there website and the upcoming Wine Tasting this Tuesday.

“Tuesday Tastings with Tammy”

We are delighted to welcome to Ken Brown to our weekly tasting next Tuesday, March 17th from 5-7pm. Yes, we know it is Saint Patrick's day, so when you come in for your beer, you will have a chance to meet Ken. He is from Ken Brown Wines, a small family winery focusing on Pinot Noir from Santa Rita Hills. Ken produces small lots from some of the region's most highly acclaimed vineyards, including Cargasacchi, Clos Pepe and the historic Sanford & Benedict Vineyard. Check out his website at www.kenbrownwines.com Join Tammy and Jane at Higgins Wine & Spirits Tuesday evenings to taste and learn about wine in a relaxed environment. This is great chance to learn where the wines come from, how to differentiate varietals, what foods to serve with them, and what makes them special. Always free of charge and always low-key. Attend by yourself, with a friend, or make it a night out with a group. 5-7pm every Tuesday evening. Ken Brown, Nielson Vineyard Chardonnay Santa Maria Valley, CA 2007 100% Nielson Vineyard, Santa Maria Valley. This Chardonnay is silky and elegant with fresh aromas of gala apple, lemon blossom and honeysuckle, which will gradually evolve into aromas of honey, pear and hazelnut as the wine develops. A rich mouth feel and opulent mid-palate are beautifully balanced by bright natural acidity, a trademark of Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay. The wine culminates in a silky, seamless finish. Our Price: $39.99 Ken Brown, Pinot Noir Santa Barbara County, CA 2006 This wine offers lush fruit aromas on the nose and velvety richness on the palate. Fragrances of sweet, dark cherry are accented by a touch of cinnamon and mocha. An opulent mid-palate features dark cherry flavors and subtle smokiness from well-integrated French oak expression. The wine finishes rich and elegant with a soft touch of tannins. Our Price: $36.99 Ken Brown, Clos Pepe Vineyard, Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills, CA 2006 This Pinot Noir was crafted with a very gentle approach to winemaking, resulting in a wine that is truly reflective of the vintage. Rich aromas of dark cherry, plum and fresh earth combine with hints of French oak instilled spice and a characteristic touch of minerality. The flavors, including hints of plum and currant, are enveloped in a silky mid-palate, which culminates in a long, elegant finish. The wine's alluring perfume, rich, mid-body structure and elegantly balanced tannins suggest excellent development of flavor and complexity with additional cellaring. Our Price: $55.99 Ken Brown, Sanford & Benedict Vineyard, Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills, CA 2005 This Pinot Noir displays remarkable purity of expression evident in both the aromas and flavors. Lush aromas of blackberry, boysenberry and brown spice are complemented by a rich earthtone complexity and a touch of minerality. Bright flavors, including hints of wild blackberry and vanilla bean, are supported by a plush texture and a thread of rich tannins. Additional cellaring will be rewarded with enhanced flavor development and complexity in the wine. Our Price: $55.99 Ken Brown, Bien Nacido Vineyard, Syrah Santa Maria Valley, CA 2004 This wine combines aromas of blackberry, dark plum, blueberry and black pepper with a background of smoked meat and French oak instilled spice. The flavors are remarkably extracted with dark fruit components and hints of anise and spice. Firm tannins are softened by a rich, lush mid-palate texture that leads to a round, lingering finish. Our Price: $39.99

	Planning a Celebration? Let us help you make your celebration easier! Call Tammy @ 508-785-2552 for Beverage Catering Call Peter @ 508-785-1843 for Food Catering Call Starr @ 508-429-1060 for bartenders or servers.

	Store Hours Monday–Saturday 9:00am–8:30pm Sunday 12:00pm–6:00pm Higgins Wine & Spirits/Beveragestogo 16 Springdale Avenue Dover, MA 02030

Top line labels, bottom line prices At beveragestogo, we price our cases of beer and wine as close to wholesale as possible. Whether you need cases of beer and wine for a party or a domestic, imported or microbrew keg for a summer outing, we've got what you need - labels that range from the expected to the exotic at extraordinary prices. And delivery is free, the best price of all. Plus we typically deliver within two business days.Your delivery can arrive at room temperature or cold and frosty. A taste of success Everyone knows good decision-making is the key to any business. So why not practice your decision-making at your own wine tasting? We'll send our wine connoisseur with everything from classic labels to out-of-the-ordinary. We do all the work, you'll have all the fun. A vintage gift What better way to impress a client or someone special with your good taste than sending them a bottle of wine? Order a gift case and we'll enclose gift bags and cards. Give them out all at once or keep them close at hand and whenever special occasions arise, you'll be prepared.

Ph. 508-785-2552 | Fax 508-785-0880
Avatar, Inc. 16 Springdale Avenue Dover MA 02030
info@beveragestogo.com

Pat Baker, Realtor(R), ABR (R), GREEN(R)
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
1 Chapel Street, Needham, MA 02492
(C) 671-435-3471 (O) 781-444-7400 (V&F) 781-446-8697
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