Riding, Hiking and Biking in Los Angeles

Posted on by August 19, 2013
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Girl and pony

Take horseback rides in Palos Verdes with pvhorses.net.

There are many activities to enjoy in and around Los Angeles all year long, but the long days of summer offer more opportunities to get out explore this vast city. Here are a few to choose from:

Horseback Riding and Camping 

pvhorses.net

4057 Via Opata
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
310 567-3582

While the rest of the state (and most of the country) is having bad weather Palos Verdes is having great weather.

It’s a great time to come and get away from the heat or cold and enjoy a horseback trail ride or just visit the beach. Palos Verdes is a name often used to refer to a group of coastal cities in the Palos Verdes Hills on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, within southwestern Los Angeles County in Southern California. The area is frequented by runners, hikers, horseback riders, bird watchers, surfers, scuba divers, and bicyclists. The area is home to several golf courses and country clubs.

While the rest of the state (and most of the country) is having bad weather Palos Verdes is having great weather.

It’s a great time to come and get away from the heat or cold and enjoy a horseback trail ride or just visit the beach. Palos Verdes is a name often used to refer to a group of coastal cities in the Palos Verdes Hills on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, within southwestern Los Angeles County in Southern California. The area is frequented by runners, hikers, horseback riders, bird watchers, surfers, scuba divers, and bicyclists. The area is home to several golf courses and country clubs.

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2013 Summer Calendar Of Free Concerts in Palos Verdes Estates and the Beach Cities

Posted on by July 1, 2013
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2013 Summer Concert Calendar - Palos Verdes and Beach Cities

2013 Summer Concert Calendar – Palos Verdes and Beach Cities

Download this Summer Concerts Calender for the 2013 schedule of free music in the South Bay of Los Angeles. Don’t miss the premium performances by bands who sell out to crowds all over the world.

Click to download a printable version of this calendar to post to your refrigerator for free concerts in Redondo Beach, Malaga Cove in Palos Verdes Estates, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach and Lunada Bay Park in Palos Verdes Estates.

This calendar was created just for you by Patty Sullivan of Coldwell Banker real estate. Located in the Malaga Cove Plaza in Palos Verdes Estates.

Summer Concert Tips:

  • Arrive early to secure a good blanket spot. Some venues allow you to place your blanket hours before the concert starts, so find out the best time to reserve your spot.
  • If you bring a chair, make sure it is one that sits on the ground and only provides a backrest and some padding. Many venues prohibit tall chairs so that all patrons can have an unobstructed view of the performers.
  • Pack a yummy picnic that you can share with friends. There are many places to order picnic dinners that are close to each venue.
  • Pack a flashlight so that when you leave the concert in the dark, you make sure you can find all your belongings that you brought with you.
  • Some venues do not have easy access to bathrooms, so plan ahead.

Print out your 2013 Summer Concert Calendar for the beach cities and Palos Verdes Estates.

Palos Verdes Street Fair June 8-9th, 2013 – Largest Carnival in the South Bay

Posted on by June 6, 2013
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PV Street Fair will be June 8-9th for 2013

PV Street Fair will be June 8-9th for 2013

This weekend, the Palos Verdes Chamber of Commerce hosts the largest street fair carnival in the South Bay with family rides and attractions, including a 65 foot Ferris wheel, pony rides and petting zoo!

The PV Street Fair & Music Festival will feature live music each afternoon on two stagesIn the afternoon  on each day, live music will fill the air on two stages with exciting tribute bands, an evening dance party, and more musical styles come together for all to enjoy.

PV Street Fair Music

There will be a craft food and brew festival, too. Treat yourself to artisan craft brews and a host of different culinary delights, including wine & beer tasting.

About The Fair

It’s family fun time at the FREE PV Street Fair & Music Festival – the largest in the South Bay! FREE Fair Admission and Parking; Discounted Carnival Admission

2013 EVENT SCHEDULE:

Saturday, June 9th
10a – FAIR OPENS!
10a – FREE Top Dogs Dog Show Begins in Community Plaza
10a – JACK FM hands out FREE stuff
11a – Wine and Beer Tasting in Community Plaza
11a – FREE Entertainment Begins on Main Stage
1p – The LA Kings Ice Crew arrives
1p – FREE Community Entertainment Begins on Community Plaza Stage
10p – Fair Closes for the Evening

Sunday, June 10th
10a – FAIR OPENS!
10a – Competition drop-offs and Chili-Cook Off begins!
11a – Wine and Beer Tasting in Community Plaza
11a – FREE Entertainment Begins on Main Stage
12p – FREE Community Entertainment Begins on Community Plaza Stage
3p – Judging Begins for Competitions in Community Plaza
9p – Fair Closes – SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!

PV Street Fair wine and beer vendors

Some of the area’s best brewers and vintners will be in our wine and beer garden on Saturday and Sunday all day.

LOCATION:

Located in the heart of Palos Verdes on Norris Center Drive & Deep Valley Drive.
Map and Directions

MORE INFORMATION:

Contact the Palos Verdes Chamber of Commerce at Tel: 310-377-8111 or office@palosverdeschamber.com

I will be working at our Coldwell Banker booth on Sunday, June 9th at for the fair. Stop by and say hello! – Patty

Days to Fly the American Flag

Posted on by June 6, 2013
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June 14th is Flag Day soon to be followed by our Independence Day on July 4th. What other days of the year should we fly our American Flag and celebrate our freedom and Democracy? Here is a helpful calendar of flag flying days.
American FlagJanuary 1 – New Years Day

January 20 – Inaguration Day (every fourth year)

3rd Monday in Jan – Martin Luther King Jr’s., Birthday

February 12 – Lincoln’s Birthday

3rd Monday in February – President’s Day

Variable – Easter Sunday

1st Thursday in May – National Day of Prayer

3rd Saturday in May – Armed Forces Day

Last Monday in May – Memorial Day (half staff until Noon)

June 14 – Flag Day

July 4 – Independence Day

1st Monday in September – Labor Day

September 11 – Patriot’s Day

2nd Monday in October – Columbus Day

November 11 – Veteran’s Day

4th Thursday in November – Thanksgiving Day

December 7 – National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

December 25 – Christmas Day

(Variable) – All Election Days

Learn more about the proper ways to display the American flag from the US Senate’s Flag Code and view illustrations that help depict proper flag flying etiquette from the usa.gov website.

 

 

May 2013 Real Estate Trends

Posted on by June 6, 2013
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What’s trending in the Real Estate Market?  “Lemon Sorbet,” Benjamin Moore’s hottest selling paint color.  It is the perfect transitional shade between mid-tones and saturated colors seen in today’s home furnishings and the softer, lighter pastels which are emerging for 2013.  This beautiful shade of yellow harmonizes with most other colors whether it’s used on walls or accent pieces.  So give it a look!


Other trends of importance to home buyers are energy efficiency in home appliances, insulation, windows, etc. Laundry Rooms, walk-in kitchen pantries, and garage storage are also among the most desired features.  “Mc Mansions” are becoming passé’ as well as wet bars, wine refrigerators, and two story family rooms.

Modern remodeled kitchen

Energy efficient appliances and useful storage are at the top of the list for many current home buyers.

When considering a remodel of your home, focus on over-all condition and comfort while getting the most from your living spaces.  It’s also important to think about renovations that will help you realize the greatest return on value should you decide to sell your home in the near future.

Please note the Real Estate Designations I hold.  ABRE-Accredited Buyer Representative; SRES- Senior Real Estate Specialist; and PV Specialist are designations I have earned enhance my knowledge and skills allowing me to serve my clients with greater expertise. I will be adding CNE – Certified Negotiation Expert to the list next month.

This month I am sending information to my former and current clients helpful information to make your list of projects and prioritize those things that need attention first.  In addition there is some advice on budgeting which is always important. If you’d like to learn more about what’s hot now in real estate and get some great advice, please contact me.

Southbay Magazine June 2013 Issue Features Surf Legend Dewey Weber

Posted on by June 6, 2013
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Get all the latest news and colorful features about your hometown in each issue of Southbay Magazine.
southbay-mag-may-june-2013The current issue features stories about the transformation of a 1970s Rolling Hills ranch house into a modern sanctuary and what it’s like to be gay in the South Bay.

Also, the magazine goes in depth about the Simms clan, who own and operate many restaurants in our beach cities including The Kettle, Simmzy’s and Tin Roof Bistro.


The cover story is about Dewey Weber, a South Bay surfing legend. The magazine delves into his life, loss and legacy.

Coldwell Banker Names Patty Sullivan Top Real Estate Agent

Posted on by June 6, 2013
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Patty Sullivan awarded Coldwell Banker's Sterling Society recognition for outstanding results in 2012.

Patty Sullivan awarded Coldwell Banker’s Sterling Society recognition for outstanding results in 2012.

Patty Sul­li­van earned a high recognition from her real estate agency, Cold­well Banker, as one of the top 10 agents for 2012 sales in the South Bay of Los Ange­les which includes all the cities of Palos Verdes Penin­sula, Beach Cities, Tor­rance and San Pedro.

As a top real estate agent for the South Bay, Patty had total sales that placed her above many other agents in the area.

As part of this award, Patty is now a member of the Sterling Society of Coldwell Banker.

 

2013 Palos Verdes Real Estate First Quarter Sales Survey

Posted on by June 6, 2013
1st Qtr 2013 Real Estate Sales Palos Verdes Peninsula

1st Qtr 2013 Real Estate Sales Palos Verdes Peninsula

To sum up the first quarter of real estate sales on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, it’s safe to say that home prices have increased over the same period of 2012; however, inventory has decreased. Demand is up for the few houses that are being listed on the market. Multiple offers are being made over asking price for real estate in the Southbay.

To view to sales report for the Palos Verdes Real Estate Sales for the first quarter of 2013, please click the image at left.

View how area numbers in parentheses on the report correspond to geographical areas: Click here: Southbay real estate maps.

2012 Palos Verdes Real Estate Year End Sales Survey

Posted on by June 6, 2013
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2012 Palos Verdes Year End Sales Survey

2012 Palos Verdes Year End Real Estate Sales Survey

 

Real estate sales on the Palos Verdes Peninsula continued to rise throughout 2012.

To view the summary of 2012 Palos Verdes real estate sales on the Peninsula, please click the photo at left.

To understand how the area numbers in parentheses on the report correspond to geographical areas, please review my Southbay real estate maps.

Winter Activities to do in Los Angeles

Posted on by June 6, 2013
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Please download my handy guide winter activities to do in Los Angeles like ice skating, holiday parades and other fun attractions in Los Angeles, the Beach Cities and Palos Verdes.

Download Winter Activites for Los Angeles from Patty Sullivan Real Estate.

Learn what to do in LA in the Wintertime

Download this guide to winter activities in Los Angeles

 

ICE SKATING IN LA

Palos Verdes Ice Chalet Arena
550 Deep Valley Dr. #107
Palos Verdes Peninsula 90274
OPEN DAILY
(310) 541-6630
www.palosverdesicechalet.com

Pershing Square-DTLA
Nov. 17th –Jan. 15th
532 South Olive St,
Los Angeles, CA 90013
www.laparks.org/pershingsquare

Seaside Ice– Redondo Beach
Nov. 10th -Jan. 18th
www.seasideice.com

THE NUTCRACKER

Los Angeles Ballet
Dec. 1-30th
(check actual dates)
Various Venues
www.losangelesballet.org

BOAT PARADES

Annual Christmas Boat Parade Redondo Beach Marina

(310) 376-2459
Saturday Dec. 15th @ 5:00pm
Santa and his elves will be visiting theRedondo Beach Marina and the Redondo
Beach Pier throughout the day and the boat parade will begin at 5 PM. The whole harbor area along Harbor Drive lights up with decorated boats in the Marina, all throughout the holiday season. Viewing for the actual boat parade can be seen from many of the restaurants, on the piers or long the break wall.

LA Harbor Holiday Afloat Parade

Saturday Dec. 1st at 6 PM
www.portoflosangeles.org
With the theme of “50 Golden Years of Holiday Lights,” officials and community leaders will take  art in the parade as judges or passengers on approximately 60 parade boats. Vessels of all shapes and sizes will participate, including powerboats, sailboats, tall ships and harbor working craft.

 

WHALE WATCHING

Davey’s Locker
Available Year Round
(949) 673-1434
www.daveyslocker.com

November 25th at 5:30 PM
1-866-PARADE1
www.thehollywoodchristmasparade.com
Very few locations in the world have year round whale watching opportunities; luckily Los Angeles is close to one of the few places in the world that does. View the gray whale migration during the winter and spring months and the giants of the sea, the blue and finback whales during the summer and fall months.

HOLIDAYS AT DISNEYLAND

Nov. 12th 2012-Jan. 6th 2013
(714) 781-4565
1313 South Disneyland Drive
Anaheim, CA 92802
www.disneyland.com

HOLLYWOOD CHRISTMAS PARADE

There’s space around the 2.5 mile parade route, but if you’d like to see the parade in relative comfort, you can buy tickets to the grandstand seating on Hollywood Blvd. Bleacher seats are located between Orange Drive and Highland on both sides of the street.

November 25th at 5:30 PM
1-866-PARADE1
www.thehollywoodchristmasparade.com

 

Dates and time are subject to change. Check local listings.