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Celebrating July 4 on Long Island
It's almost time to enjoy one of Long Island's most popular holidays with July 4 fireworks, cruises, and celebrations throughout our local communities.
Long Island hosts some of the country's most spectacular fireworks displays on Independence Day. Whether you're looking to explore local history, settle in with the family for a night of fun, or hit the water for an evening of dining, drinks, and spectacular fireworks shows, you'll find a Long Island event right for you. Our REALTORS® have the details about how you can celebrate America this July 4 on Long Island.
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Stars Over Montauk - Umbrella Beach, Old Montauk Highway, Montauk 11954
Suffolk County homes for sale offer easy access to the Stars Over Montauk July 4 celebration, which always ranks as one of the biggest on Long Island. Presented by the acclaimed Grucci Fireworks team, Stars Over Montauk is a spectacular show that only seems to get bigger and better every year. The fireworks begin at 9:30 pm and are visible from a variety of beachfront locations.
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When Two Families Become One
Home Buying and the Blended Family
Our REALTORS® love having the opportunity to help blended families find the perfect home!
A growing number of American families are blended families: They include children from past relationships who are not related by blood to the person's current partner.
Many blended families are loving, happy, and fulfilling – just like any other family! But when you have a larger family unit with complex relationships, keeping everyone content takes a little extra care. This is especially true during major life changes, such as buying a new home.
As you'd expect, making sure everyone has enough space is crucial. But there are a few more issues you'll also want to be aware of. These will help you create a harmonious balance that makes your house a home for everybody.
Remember these steps:
- Stay in the Community If You Can
Moving can be a bigger emotional stretch for kids than it is for adults. Staying within your own community allows them to maintain their connection to their current school, friends, and the neighborhoods they love. If you will be moving a greater distance, be sure kids have time to spend in their favorite places and "say goodbye" for emotional closure.
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How to Celebrate Long Island Dads on Father's Day
Father's Day is June 16th, and our REALTORS® want to take a moment to thank the many father-figures that have made our lives amazing. Whether a father works long hours at the office or spends day and night caring for his children, being a dad is no easy job. In appreciation of the hard work and sacrifices our fathers have made, celebrate of Father's Day by grabbing your dad or grandfather and treating them to a delicious meal, cold beverage or fun activity around Long Island.
- Rothmann's Steakhouse – 6319 Northern Blvd., East Norwich, NY 11732
Treat your dad to a dinner fit for a king at Rothmann's Steakhouse. Not far from East Norwich homes for sale, Rothmann's has been attracting diners from far and wide for over a century — including famous faces like President Theodore Roosevelt and Elizabeth Taylor. One of New York's premier steakhouses, Rothmann's is known for their 38-day dry aged prime beef steaks, live Maine lobsters and special sushi rolls. Bring dad for a dinner of steaks and scotch or get an early start with a brunch buffet of omelets, seafood and more!
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Long Island Outdoors: Favorite Spots to Go Running
Long Island — are you ready for a run? June 5th is National Running Day, and our REALTORS® are ready to lace up our running shoes and get our hearts pumping! Whether you run 5Ks like there's no tomorrow or can only fit in a good jog when work calms down, any time spent running is a great way to clear the mind and strengthen the body. We hope you'll join us in celebrating National Running Day at some favorite Long Island spots for running.
- Avalon Park & Preserve – 200 Harbor Rd., Stony Brook, NY 11790
Run away from it all — or at least for a little while — with a trip to Avalon Park & Preserve. Just across from Stony Brook homes for sale, this natural conservation area is home to jogging trails that will you across five different types of habitats. You can create a running route of any length around this 8-acre preserve as the various trails intersect and loop at different points. Pavement, crushed stone and boardwalk paths will give your feet a change of pace as you get lost in the labyrinth located in the center of the park.