Category Archives: Holidays
Holiday Events in Carmel-by-the-Sea
It’s beginning to look a lot like Holiday Time in Carmel!
The village is dressed in glitter and lights and the famous Tree Lighting on Ocean Avenue has already happened. But have no fear that you’ve missed all the holiday celebrations – one of Carmel’s most anticipated events is happening this weekend! Every year San Francisco’s Smuin Ballet graces the Sunset Center with their “fiercely festive” Christmas Ballet. It’s been a favorite of mine (and yes, my husband’s too!) for years. We never miss a performance.
The 2022 edition of the Christmas Ballet returns December 9th and 10th with an evening performance Friday night and a matinee on Saturday. The Smuin ensemble will thrill and delight with a dazzling program of ballet, contemporary, character, Broadway jazz, and tap.
So, let’s ring in the holidays with Smuin’s “The Christmas Ballet“. Every performance is brimming with “sublime classical ballet set to carols and show-stopping contemporary works” danced to pop music favorites. The choreography is by Michael Smuin as well as inventive premieres by up-and-coming dance-makers. Every year new dances are added as well as bringing back old favorites. It will certainly be a treat for all ages. My husband and I usually go to the matinee which I love. I not only get to enjoy the ballet, but get to see all the excited faces of future ballerinas in the audience. Usually little girls about 8 years old in their pretty dresses and tutus.
See you there for a “yuletide spectacular” that’s been called “sheer joy”!
Smuin Ballet
It’s May Day in Carmel ~ Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s Day!
Floral Design by Fionna Floral in Pacific Grove
Call Sarah and Jenny at Fionna Floral for your Mother’s Day flowers 831-275-5434
Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate mothers. If you’re a mother yourself, best wishes for a very special day! It’s also a time to celebrate and pay tribute to our own mothers.
Happy Mother’s Day, Mom!
Real Estate Market Report
At the end of the first quarter we always look back to see how the real estate market compares with the year before. After a record breaking year in 2021 the real estate sales activity continued to deliver strong results. The strong demand continued to drive sales prices up. Click on link below for our Q1 Market Report
Our First Quarter Real Estate Market Report Q1
In our Carmel and Carmel Point market the average sales price was over $3.2 million which was similar to our 2021 market. Currently the inventory continues to be at an all time low with only 11 listings available and 6 under contract. Since January 1st, 47 have sold, 3 of which are condos (through April 27th).
The Pebble Beach market was unlike any we have seen before Q1. Total dollar value was up 40% from Q4 2021 due to several higher priced homes. The number of sales was down with only 25 sales. I guess I should consider myself lucky to have sold one of them! Congratulations to Dean and Helen!
The Country Club West area of Pebble Beach continues to be one of the most popular areas in Pebble Beach. Most sales attract multiple buyers and sell for over the list price. My listing at 1044 Lost Barranca which just sold was true to form. I received multiple offers from buyers and we negotiated a price quite a bit over asking for very happy sellers.
In the multiple offer market it is very important for a seller to be represented by a savvy realtor who understands and is experienced in negotiating in this challenging multiple offer real estate market place. Thinking of selling? Call me and let’s discuss how I can help you negotiate the highest possible price for your property.
Just Sold!
Congratulations to John and Eileen who I was able to assist in selling their home for a great price with multiple offers AND referred them to a great realtor in Thousand Oaks where they relocated. They were able to move from one beautiful home directly into their next! Who says that can’t be done in this. market?
From a buyer’s stand point it’s also very important to work with a savvy negotiator, because it means whether or not you beat out your competition and get your home. Call me and let’s discuss how I can help you buy your home at the best possible price.
I was very honored to receive the Award of Excellence in Real Estate from the Carmel Chamber of Commerce at the end of 2021. I am so grateful for such a wonderful honor.
Visit my new community web site at www.parkbench.com to keep up on what’s going on in the communities of Carmel, Pebble Beach, and Pacific Grove. I’m interviewing business owners and other community members so check it out to learn more about our locals.
Interview with Emily and Babz, co-owners of Tessuti Zoo in Pacific Grove
Spring is Bursting out all over!!
Let’s get out and enjoy this glorious place and the fabulous weather!
Thank you to All who served
Veteran’s Day, November 11th
Today we honor all of the Veterans who served our country. Many in my family are included in this group including my uncle in the Army who crossed Europe in a tank, my uncle in the Navy on a ship in the Pacific and my father in the Navy who served in this country and supported the war efforts – all in World War II. Unfortunately, this war did not end all wars.
Let us pray for peace.
