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Make Your Outdoor Space Perfect for Summer Parties

Everyone loves summer because of the opportunities it grants us to enjoy the great outdoors!

Happy Easter, Happy Passover, Happy Spring!

From our families to yours, we wish you a blessed holiday weekend!

DIYer Beware: These Are the Projects with the Costliest Mistakes

When it comes to do-it-yourself home improvement projects, the benefits are obvious; you can not only save significant money by eliminating labor costs, but also take pride in a job well done!

The 2019 Hudson Valley KidVenture Is April 27 & 28!

This April is filled with amazing activities for kids to enjoy, but no single event will offer more variety and fun than Hudson Valley KidVenture 2019! KidVenture has so many opportunities for adventure, discovery, and learning that it is being spread over two entire days! On April 27 and 28, bring your child to Dutchess Community College in Poughkeepsie for interactive and educational activities, live performances, demonstrations, technology exhibits, career exploration experiences, and more!

Check Out the Union Vale Kids' Fishing Derby

There are few things in life that combine relaxation and excitement in the way that fishing can! If your child is already aspiring to land the big one, then take them to Union Vale on April 27 for the Kids' Fishing Derby! Now that winter is in the rearview mirror, it's time to get out there and throw a line in the water! 

The Union Vale Parks and Recreation Department will supply the worms, so participants just need to bring their own gear! This free event is open to all children 15 and under, although older assistants are welcome to help (as long as they have a valid fishing license). The derby will run from 8-11 a.m. at 8 Tymor Park Road.

For more information, check out the event's Facebook page!

How to Win a Bidding War

You've just found the home of your dreams, but unfortunately there are some other buyers who feel the same way! In a seller's market, competition among buyers for the relatively small number of available homes means that bidding wars can become the norm rather than the exception. When you find yourself locked in this financial battle, what should you do? Keep reading to get a game plan together and win this war!