Did you know that you can buy fresh naturally made honey right here at home? Staten Island has once again proven to be a strangely unqiue and quirkly little place to live. 

Pure honey from Heritage Farm at Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Livingston. It is on sale for $5 an ounce at the farm stand Fridays from noon until supplies last. (Staten Island Advance/Pamela Silvestri)

Pure honey from Heritage Farm at Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Livingston. It is on sale for $5 an ounce at the farm stand Fridays from noon until supplies last. (Staten Island Advance/Pamela Silvestri)

The busy bees at Snug Harbot Cultural Center & Botanical Garden have been hard at work this year producing their honey for us to enjoy. Starting today, September 25th, jars of honey are available to purchase for $5.00 an ounce at Heritage Farm.

For more information check out The Staten Island Advance's article linked below or contact Snug Harbor directly!

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Facing a Nor’easter today and summer-like weather tomorrow, it looks like another great weekend to enjoy the happenings on Staten Island.  How many of you went on the North Shore Restaurant Crawl last weekend?  I sampled food in 14 different restaurants, got my two miles of walking in and met a lot of nice people—both fellow foodies and owners/managers of the restaurants.  Congratulations to the North Shore Business Association for sponsoring this event!  It was a success!

The Egyptian Festival at Archangel Michael and St. Mena Coptic Church at 4095 Amboy Rd. will be held for two weekends, 9/27 and 9/28 and 10/4 and 10/5 from noon to 8:00 p.m.  FREE ADMISSION!  The parishioners welcome you with open arms to share and learn the rich culture of the Coptic…

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In August of 2014, 10 properties sold in Bullshead ranging from roughly $290,000 to $760,000. Below is a breakdown of sales on the North Shore's Bullshead section by property type with prices in ascending order. 

Condo-

1. 37 Jennifer Place #A- $290,000

2. 54 Parkview Loop- $295,000

One Family Attached-

1. 56 Caswell Lane- $300,000

2. 52 Hirsch Lane- $338,000

One Family Detached-

1. 76 Sumner Lane- $360,000

2. 183 Kirshon Avenue- $462,500

One Family Semi Attached-

1. 47 Eton Place- $375,000

2. 21 Gauldy Avenue- $387,000

Two Family Detached-

1. 158 Merrill Avenue- $565,000

2. 79 Speedwell Avenue- $760,000

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n August of 2014, 6 properties sold in Bay Terrace ranging from roughly $245,000 to $345,000. Below is a breakdown of sales on the South Shore's Bay Terrace section by property type with prices in ascending order. 

Condo-

1. 60 Timber Ridge Drive- $190,000

2. 3465 Amboy Road #1B- $399,900

Two Family Attached-

1. 143 Woodcutters Lane- $410,000

One Family Semi Attached-

1. 87 Keegans Lane- $439,000

2. 172 Hopkins Avenue- $510,000

Two Family Detached-

1. 124 Justin Avenue- $705,000

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Showing at 164 Burgher Avenue Staten Island, NY 10305

Date: Sunday, September 21st

Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm

Directions: Hylan Blvd to Burgher Avenue

Beautiful spacious Semi located close to transportation & VZ Bridge. Features Pool, deck, finished basement, 2-car driveway, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full & 1.5 baths, hardwood floors. Close to all. Move right in!

For more information contact Beata Domaniewski- 917-608-1298

Licensed real estate salesperson Gillani Homes

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Last week, to greet the cooler weather, I gave you a round-up of events happening on Staten Island for the weekend.  This week I’ll share more of my favorites.
 
Foodies:  Pay Attention!  The third North Shore Restaurant Crawl is scheduled for Sunday, 9/21 beginning at 1:00 p.m. and ending at 5:00 p.m. You can visit restaurants including Pier 76, Karl’s Klipper, Ruddy and Dean, Da Noi, to name just a few.  At each of the restaurants, participants collect five or more stamps and will be entered into a drawing to win gift certificates and prizes.  From 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., the day ends with a Mix and Mingle at the Crawl’s headquarters, Edgewater Hall at 691 Bay St. featuring music, art, soft drinks, coffee, cookies, raffles & more.  Advanced tickets can be…

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Showing at 857 Bloomingdale Road Staten Island, NY 10309

Date: Sunday 9/21

Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm

Directions: Bloomingdale Rd. Corner of Wirt Avenue

Triple mint corner unit town home features new cherry kitchen with s/s appliances, granite counter & glass tile back splash. Master bedroom with walk in closet, over sized bathroom with dual sinks, separate shower and soaking tub & skylight. Beautiful hard wood floors, new roof & heating system, and garage. Corner location allows for spacious outdoor yard area with decking, planting beds & private walk way to front door. Modern privacy PVC fencing completes the package. Must see to appreciate. 

For more information contact Vivian Kokkinos-…

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In August of 2014, 10 properties sold in Annadale ranging from roughly $359 to $744,000. Below is a breakdown of sales on the South Shore's Annadale section by property type with prices in ascending order.

One Family Semi-Attached-

1. 39 Isben Avenue- $359,000

2. 256 Woehrle Avenue- $417,000

One Family Attached-

1. 192 Kenilworth Avenue- $373,000

Two Family Attached-

1. 28 Detroit Avenue- $405,000

One Family Detached-

1. 501 Arden Avenue- $430,000

2. 107 Stafford Avenue- $495,000

Two Family Semi Attached- 

1. 29 Downes Avenue- $488,800

Two Family Detached-

1. 25 Summit Place- $719,000

2. 234 Iona Avenue- $740,000

3. 3 Mosley Avenue- $744,000

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Showing at 125 Honey Lane Staten Island, NY 10307

Date: Sunday, September 14th

Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm

Directions: Hylan Blvd or Amboy Road to Joline Ave to Honey Lane

Large 2 family Hi Ranch located in quiet, private Tottenville location. Large rooms, 12 foot ceilings. Main unit has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, full finished basement, Bright & Airy. Apartment has large 1 bedroom on ground level. Pool, shed in yard & carport. Easy to show. MOTIVATED SELLERS, PRESENT ALL OFFERS.

For more information contact Matthew Jablonsky- 718-690-4372

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Showing at 164 Burgher Avenue Staten Island, NY 10305

Date: Sunday, September 14th

Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm

Directions: Hylan Blvd to Burgher Avenue

Beautiful spacious Semi located close to transportation & VZ Bridge. Features Pool, deck, finished basement, 2-car driveway, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full & 1.5 baths, hardwood floors. Close to all. Move right in!

For more information contact Beata Domaniewski- 917-608-1298

Licensed real estate salesperson Gillani Homes

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