ROBBINSVILLE LIBRARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, celebrates the 2008 Summer Reading Program   "Catch the Reading Bug." As part of the celebration, join us throughout the summer for special events. July special events include:

Kids Music with Junior Jam, Friday, July 18, 10:30 and come sing and dance with Junior Jam! For children ages 2-5.

"James and the Giant Peach" with Mr. Malcolm, Thursday, July 24, 7:00 pm. Storyteller Mr. Malcolm will bring James and the Giant Peach to life right before your eyes.  For children ages 6 and up.

 Don't Bug Me, I'm Reading" with Magician Dennis Thomas, Thursday, July 31, 7:00 pm.  Join us as Magician Dennis Thomas reveals magical mysteries. For children ages 6 and up.

 "Bug Buddies" with mad Science, Tuesday, August 5, 2:00 pm or 3:00 pm, "get up close and personal with creepy, crawly "bugs!"  Participants will even get to make a bug buddy to take home-don't worry it's not alive! For children ages 4-6.

 The Lizard Guys, Thursday, August 7, 7:00 pm.  Watch and learn as they use turtles, snakes and other assorted animals to teach us about carnivores, herbivores, anatomy (parts of their bodies such as forked tongues and scaly skin) and geography (where the animal comes from). For children ages 6 and up.

"An American Girl Tea Party", Friday, August 8, 10:30 am or 2:00 pm. Both sessions of this special program are open to children, ages 5 and up. Mothers and cherished dolls are invited, also. Join us for stories, simple crafts, and special games, such as pin the handle on the teapot.

Pre-registration is required for all programs.  For further information please call Youth Services Librarian Michelle Cromwell at 259-2150.

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Facing Foreclosure?? There is help. No, there are NO knights in shining armour coming to your rescue but help is available but you have to ACT NOW!

Many home owners in the United States, let alone Mercer County or my hometown of Robbinsville New Jersey are facing the fear of foreclosure.

There is help out there. Many home owners found themselves in a financial bind this past year with no end in sight. This could have been caused by many reasons:

Job loss or change of income

Increased property taxes

Adjustable mortgage rates

Over spending

Increased family size

Health care bills

The list can go on and on. Well don't feel alone hundreds of thousands of people are walking in YOUR shoes and there are options out there.

The key to having many options is to reach out NOW to someone for help and counseling before you have no options.

Most people don't know where to turn or where to even begin. Don't let this paralyze you in to not doing anything. Here are two good articles to get you started.

What to do when facing Foreclosure

How to avoid Foreclosure

Those are just a few tips/suggestions I have. If you find yourself in this position and would like to know more of your options, please feel free to contact me at (609) 448-2222.

Contact Desiree Daniels, ABR, Realtor, and Licensed in New Jersey (609) 448-2222 or (609) 587-9300 ext 312. If you are interested in purchasing a property in Mercer, Burlington or Monmouth County. Or the Following Townships Robbinsville, Hamilton, Washington, Mercerville, Ewing, Lawrenceville, Hopewell, Bordentown City, Bordentown, Florence, Foxmoor, Town Center, Washington Town Center, Robbinsville Town Center, Sharbell

Copyright © 2008 By Desiree Daniels and The Desiree Daniels Team. Re/Max Tri County. All Rights Reserved.

Greater Mercer County Area - Featured Hot Spots for the week of July 14^th, 2008

This is the second of my weekly series of "Featured Hot Spots" I'll be posting. If there is something you'd like to add or would like featured don't hesitate to reach out to me.

Princeton has always been a fond memory to me.   As a child,  my grandmother lived in Princeton and my brother and I spent many a summer day at Gram's house.   Impi Daniels my grandmother "Gram" will be 100 years young this month.   This one is for you Gram, Love ya!!

Princeton was every kids dream, with all the history and charm just walking the streets.      My grandmother actually shared the company of Albert Einstein when she worked at the university as part of the maintenance workers.   One of my favorite stops was always the Princeton Public Library  we would spend hours just reading.

Princeton is not just home to an Ivy League school, it is also a historical landmark filled with culture and leisure activities.  You can tour through 18^th and 19^th-century buildings or wander through Princeton's Battlefield State Park. 

If  shopping is more your thing, you will be interested in visiting Palmer Square, one of the area's most upscale shopping venues with everything from clothing to specialty foods, home furnishings, and custom stationery. 

Princeton is also well known for it's five-star amenities. You can get anything from a hamburger and fries to places like Mediterra and one of my personal favorites favorites The Ferry House.   For some after dinner drinks, you may want to check out Triumph Brew Pub. 

After a good meal and a nice stroll through this historic town, a great way to end the evening if you're in the mood to laugh you can go to Catch a Rising Star Comedy Club.

Stay tuned for next week's "Hot Spots" and as always for all your real estate needs contact me at  (609) 448-2222 . 

For all your real estate needs visit us on the web at www.RobbinsvilleHomeforSale.com or www.TriCountyHomes4Sale.com.

Photos courtesy of Blypix on Flickr.com  Thank you again!!

Well remind them of something.   Real Estate is on Sale!!!  This is a nationwide sale!!   How great is that.   In some areas, you might even say at more than 50% off….. That’s huge!!

Now as we all know sales don’t go on forever.   As a professional I can say to my client…  “This is a deal TODAY… who knows what could happen in the future”.

There are so many unknowns that affect our real estate market all we can do is educate our clients on the facts and the facts alone.   Don’t make predictions or hard line statements you can’t back up.   You only lose your credibility and probably your buyer.

The best thing you can do for buyers in today’s market place is show them the adjustments in the price from the recent past and remind them that the current market value might not be reflected in the list price.

Sometimes it takes making an offer to figure out a seller’s motivation of bottom line.

Sometimes you have too jump off the fence and take a leap of faith.   Think about all those things “you wished” you had done "this or that" if you had only known.

Tell them!!!   Its our job!!

Greater Mercer County Area  - Featured Hot Spots for the week of July 7^th, 2008

This is my first in a weekly series of "Featured Hot Spots" I'll be posting.   If there is something you'd like to add or would like featured don't hesitate to reach out to me.

Mercer County is close to many attractions.  Just a five -minute drive to Mercer County Park and you can enjoy picnics in it's 2,600 plus acres.  Tennis courts are available, as well as bike trails, an ice-skating rink, boating, and lakes.

In addition, feel free to roam the gorgeous Grounds for Sculpture located in neighboring Hamilton, which showcase many sculptures in a variety of styles and form.   Grounds for Sculpture is a hidden gem in the Mercer County area usually only scene by the commuters from Hamilton Train Station.  

If that doesn't excite you how about  catch a show at the Trenton War Memorial Theater  offering anything from pop, jazz or stand up comedy.  

Or you could also watch the local Trenton Thunder Baseball game at Waterfront Park.   As a season ticket holder for the Trenton Thunder I can personally say there isn't a bad seat in the house.    

And after the game if you're just looking for a place to hit the dance floor, try Katmandu;  a club/island-themed restaurant where you will find an eclectic crowd.  With its enormous dance floor and an outside deck with live bands, parties, and DJ music. 

Stay tuned for next week's "Hot Spots" and as always for all your real estate needs contact me at (609) 448-2222.

If you need to search for homes please visit me at TriCountyHomes4Sale or RobbinsvilleHomesforSale

Washington Town Center – nestled in Robbinsville, New Jersey has a pure feeling of charm and innocence. A return to a neighborhood-style living with welcoming, time-honored traditions.

As inviting as it is nostalgic, a distinguishing feature of this new community is the big city ambiance that comes into view with its own village square. Just steps from your door, it's where neighbors meet and friends are made while taking in the joys and conveniences of quaint shops and stores.

With beautiful public parks, lakes and open spaces offer fun and relaxation for everyone to enjoy. It's a welcoming, neighborhood picture drawing on the qualities and culture of past. All that our hearts remember, of the carefree, friendly atmosphere of a real hometown.

Washington Town Center is just four miles from the New Jersey Turnpike and even closer to Route 130, making it a commuter's dream. Plus, the area provides easy access to several other major thoroughfares, including I-195, I-295, and Routes 1 and 206. Those who prefer train service will welcome the advantage of two nearby train stations plus a Park and Ride location right on Route 130.

Let me be the first to welcome YOU home.

To schedule a private tour of the community or to receive a current list of available homes in Washington Town Center, please contact us at (609) 448-2222.

May you and yours Have a safe Happy 4th of July!!!!