And, as always, if you're looking to buy or sell a home in the Triangle area, or if you'd like a personal tour of our amazing city, please get in touch!
Dawn Grasty, Broker
Prudential York Simpson Underwood
dgrasty@nc.rr.com 919-210-5418 www.dgrasty.com
Revive Your Senses: Discover a feast for your taste buds, ears, and eyes with an International twist!
Celebrate the diversity and international cultures in Durham at the Taste of Durham Festival this Saturday, 5/23, from 11-7!
TOD has gained regional and national recognition with its quality food tasting experience and ecclectic music lineup! This year TOD presents: Grammy Nominee & "Miami's Best Latin Band" Locos Por Juana; Durham's own John Brown and the Groove Shop Band; and Elmwood from Tennessee!
Your Passport to Festivals within a Festival:
Choice Restaurant Food Sampling, Top Notch Music Showcase, International Dance Demonstrations, International Wine Tasting Pavilion, Beer Tasting Garden, Good Life Demonstrations, Arts and Cultural Activities, Family Fun, and so much more.
Wine & Beer Tasting!
International Wine Tasting: With various wines from regions and countries, sample a sophisticated selection of fine beverages from close at hand and around the world.
Beer Tasting Garden: Sample hard-to-find, newly discovered, or unique beers from various breweries and surrounding stations.
Food!
Some of the best local chefs will showcase gourmet, home-style and international food samples.
Music!
The ecclectic music lineup features known national and regional musicians and emerging artists. Some of the genres in this year's TOD include: Latin, Jazz, Blues, and other international styles!
Dancing!
A variety of international dancers demonstrating their exquisite skills.
More fun!
Enjoy snow sledding in May, Artistic Ice Carving, rides and activities to bring out the kid in all of us.
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Dawn Grasty, A "New Day" in Triangle Real Estate
Broker, Prudential Carolinas Realty
phone: 919-210-5418
email: dgrasty@nc.rr.com
web: www.dgrasty.com
Is it possible to control growth in order to maintain the beauty of SW Durham?
As a resident of southwest Durham, I am incredibly proud of our area's beautiful tree-lined streets. I love that the developers of some of the earliest subdivisions in SW Durham understood the importance of maintaining mature trees, including green spaces and parks in our neighborhoods, and of maintaining buffers as well. I want to be sure that this natural beauty is maintained.
I have visited so many new subdivisions in other areas that are built on clear-cut lots, and it's enough to make you cry. Our wooded areas support many species of nesting birds, foraging deer, and small animals. While development inevitably impacts these animals, wise planning will minimize pressure on wildlife, and encourage diverse habitats. Not to mention the impact on water and ecology in the area.
From the granddaddy of SW Durham subdivisions, Parkwood (which I am proud to call home!), to the newer developments around the Streets of Southpoint mall -- growth, change, and development are being closely monitored and planned to meet the goal of maintaining all that is good about SW Durham.
For details on growth plans, SWDurham.org has a fabulous website. You can not only read up on latest zoning issues and planned development, but you can get detailed descriptions of the goals for ongoing SW Durham development.
As a realtor, I am always cognizant of things that impact property values. As a resident, I'm always concerned about maintaining all the good reasons that I chose to make SW Durham my home. It was great to learn about SWDurham.org, where I signed up to receive regular updates (and peace of mind) about the future of the area.
If you are interested in learning more about SW Durham real estate, and all that the area has to offer, I'd love to talk to you. You can search for homes on my website, or call (919-210-5418) or email (dgrasty@nc.rr.com) to discuss your needs and I'll do it for you.
Contact me, if you're ready for a "New Day" in Triangle Real Estate!
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Dawn Grasty, A "New Day" in Triangle Real Estate
Broker, Prudential Carolinas Realty
Phone: 919.210.5418
email: dgrasty@nc.rr.com
web: www.dgrasty.com
Realtors are always talking about that first impression a potential buyer gets upon approaching a property. It's an aesthetic and emotional reaction to the home and it's environs that either excites the buyer about seeing more of the home, or makes them want to turn around and move on to the next home.
There are entire tv series, books, and magazines dedicated to helping consumers understand the value of curb appeal, and how to maximize your home's draw for potential buyers.
BEFORE AFTER
The Golden Leaf Awards competition not only has to do with encouraging the community of Durham to take responsibility for improving our homes and neighborhoods, but could also have the effect of improving property values in Durham. Who wouldn't want that!?!
More about the Golden Leaf Awards
Durham is serious about making the city even more beautiful. This year marks the 6th year this award has been given to recognize the best visual contributions to the Durham community. The competition is designed to encourage better designed and better managed properties in Durham. Two agencies, the Durham City-County Appearance Commission and Keep Durham Beautiful, Inc are co-sponsoring this years event.
So, whether you have a new property with an excellent design, or if you have improved an existing structure you can be in the running. The judges also consider the impact structures have on improving the character or livability of an area, and attempt to raise community awareness of the value of ongoing maintenance in landscaping, etc.
The Golden Leaf will be given in the following categories: Community Properties, Commercial Properties, Residential Properties, Landscaping and Maintenance, Outstanding Individual, Sustainable Properties, and Keep Durham Beautiful. The Sustainable Properties and Keep Durham Beautiful awards are new for this year’s event.
Nominated projects must be located within Durham County. The nomination deadline is Friday, March 21, 2008, and winners will be announced at a public ceremony in May.
To obtain an entry form or for information on eligibility requirements, visit www.durhamnc.gov/departments/planning/gold_leaf.cfm or contact Lisa Miller, planner with the Durham City-County Planning Department, at (919) 560-4137, extension 270 or via e-mail at lisa.miller@durhamnc.gov.
It could be a "New Day in Triangle Real Estate" for you!
If you're considering a home improvement, and would like to consult with me regarding the potential return on your investment, or if you'd like help determining your property's current curb appeal from a realtor's perspective, contact me!
And, as always, if you're looking to sell or buy a property in Durham, I would love to help you! Call at 919.210.5418, or email at dgrasty@nc.rr.com.
Post written by:
Dawn Grasty, A "New Day" in Triangle Real Estate
Broker, Prudential Carolinas Realty
Phone: 919.210.5418
email: dgrasty@nc.rr.com
Web: www.dgrasty.com
The Durham Performing Arts Center is Coming Soon!
Today at the Durham Chamber of Commerce's annual luncheon, the new Durham Performing Arts Center was introduced to the community with a performance of songs from these plays: The Color Purple, Rent, Legally Blonde, & Fiddler on the Roof. The Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) promises the best direct-from-New York BROADWAY hit shows each and every season. Tickets for these inaugural plays, scheduled for next spring (2009), as well as other information, including becoming a "friend" and volunteering are available on their new web site.
Opens December 2008…tickets on-sale this Spring!
North Carolina has a new live entertainment theater like no other. Specifically designed to present the biggest shows on tour, The Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) puts you close to the stage, with no seat further than 135 feet. Featuring world-class performers, spacious seating, state-of-the-art sound and lighting, and convenient parking, DPAC allows you to experience live performances in an entirely new way. From Broadway musicals to concerts, family shows to comedy, at DPAC you're up close. Centrally located in the American Tobacco District just minutes off I-40, I-540 and I-85, and adjacent to the Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Just one more Great Thing Happening in Durham!
And, if this gets you excited about the possibility of living in or near Durham, I'd love to hear from you! You can search for homes on my website, or give me a call to discuss your housing needs, and I'll do the searching for you!
Looking forward to making this "A New Day" in Triangle Real Estate!
Dawn Grasty
Broker, Prudential Carolinas Realty
919-210-5418
dgrasty@nc.rr.com
I'm a Realtor who is passionate about Durham! I love the diversity of people and home styles, and the unique character of this historically rich city. Life is good in the Bull City! Come see!
A "New Day" in Triangle Real Estate means a refreshingly different kind of realtor working on your behalf, and a new start for you -- whether you're buying or selling your home!
Let's face it -- you will be spending a lot of time with your realtor. It's an important decision. You don't want to end up with the tired old stereotypical self-absorbed pushy realtor. You want someone you can trust and who will represent you well, who has real estate experience, knowledge of the area, and who will get you the best deal possible on your home.
One statistic speaks most directly to why you should choose me:
Almost 85% of my clients are referred to me by past clients, or are repeat clients.
I listen, I communicate, I respond. I deliver results.
And I'm backed by Prudential's concierge package of real estate, mortgage, title, and relocation services.
Relax.
We've thought of everything.
I have a BA in French from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's School of Education.
I have worked in teaching, restaurant management, phone center management, and market research.
Other than real estate, I'm into interior design (particularly post-modern era), international travel, and architecture.
And, most importantly, I have two dogs, Traveler and Gabriel, who love to go on long drives with the windows down! 
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