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Mark you calendars so you won't miss this great show! 

What: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

When:   8 pm.   8/15 - 8/16/08

Where: Located at: 126 Newberry Street, Aiken, South Carolina

Warning:  Contains adult some adult language and situations.

Contact: 803-648-1438 www.aikencommunityplayhouse.org

This is what THe Aiken Community Playhouse website had to say about the upcoming show:

"THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) embodies one of comedy's most essential impulses: the adolescent urge to take a baseball bat to the culturally revered. A mix of pratfalls, puns, willful misreadings of names and dialogue, clunky female impersonations, clean-cut ribaldry, and broad burlesque. The gung-ho vitality is impossible to resist. The conversion of the histories into a football game is very funny. So is a rap version of OTHELLO. HAMLET truly soars and allows the actors to come into their own as manic clowns. At its giddiest, its tone recalls the fabled Bullwinkle cartoon shows."

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Remember me for your Aiken, South Carolina real estate!  Actually Jane Page and I can help you ALL OVER THE WORLD!!   Our affiliation with Leading Real Estate Companies of The World connects us with other top INDEPENDENT Companies from ALL OVER THE WORLD.   It is pretty neat actually.  No matter where you are moving to or from...whether you need to buy or sell - - ANYWHERE...JUST CALL ME FIRST.  803-648-8660.  Jane Page and I would be happy to help you

Are you or someone you know looking for property in Calvert County, Maryland?  

Stop by this open house and see if this property is what you've been looking for.

When:  8/3/08  and  8/17/08.    1pm - 4pm

Where:    3325 Allday Road, Huntingtown, Maryland  20639

Is it  your dream to own your own horse training facility?  This could be it!  Are you looking for a place where you and your horses can be close enough - yet far enough from DC? This could be it!  Are you looking for an investment property?  This could be it!

This place is large enough to have your own horses...students horses (if they can't keep their horse at home)...and horses for students that don't have their own horse....and take on a boarder or two for some additional income - - or - - let them help you out with farm chores in exchange for boarding the horse!!   :)    With an indoor arena, you can train everyday since the weather is not really a factor.  11 acres with several paddock areas fenced and room for your own cross country course.   If you are planning a larger operation, there are two building lots available.  They are 2 acres each and right now is home to the dressage arena :)

Offered at $949,950 by:  

JEN ANDERSON    

EXIT 1 STOP REALTY OFFICE

410-257-2121

CELL: 301-758-0391

Please call Jen (the Listing Agent) for more info on the great equestrian property.  Be sure to let her know you saw it my blog :)   (thanks)

Property Details:

HOUSE:

Bedrooms  3

Full Baths  2

Year Built  1995

Square Ft.  1568

Total Acres  11  (MORE ACREAGE AVAILABLE TO EXPAND YOUR FARM!!!)

BARN:

19 Stalls  with an ATTACHED indoor arena :)  

Now, I'm sure you are wondering 'why the heck is Kara posting about a property all the way in Maryland?' 

any guesses?

Call me or Jane Page for info on Aiken real estate!   Actually, we can help you no matter where you are moving to - - or where you are moving from.  Whether you  are buying or selling or both!!  As a member of Leading Real Estate Companies of The World we can help you ANYWHERE!!!   And all you have to do is call us first :)

Have a great day!

Kara Casamassina - The Carolina Real Estate Company - Aiken, South Carolina.

RIDE INTO THE HITCHCOCK WOODS FROM YOUR BACK YARD!

The Hitchcock Woods is like our 'beach' here in Aiken - - - and the surrounding properties would compare to 'beach front'!  Very desirable -and can be very pricey.  BUT NOT THIS HOUSE!!!  TURN KEY - - AND PRICED TO SELL :)  

(sellers offering a $5000 paddock allowance at closing -  use this cash to expand your present paddock area....or put in a pool... whatever you want!)

This Dutch Colonial home is located ON THE EDGE OF THE WOODS!!

Fox Hunt from your backyard ~ A marvelous home in the Foxchase equestrian community.  Foxchase is an established equestrian neighborhood which offers DIRECT access to Hitchcock Woods, Aiken's 2000+ acre riding reserve. 

Community swimming facility, riding arena and community trails are a few of the amenities available. 

The five bedrooms in this home provide room for the whole family.  And bring your horses to the four stall barn. 

The landscaped yard offers privacy and space to add to the existing three paddocks.   With a den upstairs and down -  a formal living room and dining room, The Dutchy is ready for entertaining too.     

What are you waiting for?   Call either Jane Page Thompson or me (I am her assistant!) to see this great Aiken horse property.      Offered at $539,000.

The Carolina Real Estate Company

333 Park Avenue SW ~ Aiken SC

803-648-8660

I was out and about quite early this morning.  I really couldn't believe what I was seeing come up on me in my rear view mirror.  Yes, it was early - and ok - I was a little tired....but I knew I was awake....and this just seemed like I should be dreaming.

As most of you know, my camera is never far.   I snapped this shot while driving...... do you see what is behind me?

I pulled over to take this pic - -  and then I caught up to him at the red light.  I asked the driver where he was taking the elephant......and the answer.....  'to church'.     Well, duh - - where else would an elephant be headed on Sunday morning, lol.

For those who have never seen a polo match, I recommend you do so if the opportunity ever presents itself.  I saw my first match a few years ago, and now I'm hooked.    It was a preliminary match - - -narrowing down the competition for the Gold Cup.  Very exciting.   It is a lot of fun for spectators, too.   Yes...you really do stomp the divets during half time (like in the movie Pretty Woman) lol.   Spectator participation so to speak.  

I have a polo ball - used during the Gold Cup final match...signed by the winning team members! How cool is that.   They will sign whatever you give them, hehe.  

Aiken plays host to many major polo tournaments...as well as local club matches.  (some of the local players are VERY VERY good)    The best player in the world, Adolfo Cambiaso   lives where he plays - New Bridge Polo & Country Club.  You could live here, too.    I'll post a little 'learn all about polo' when the season gets closer.    I will tell you this - a polo field is like three times the size of a football field.  

NEW BRIDGE POLO & COUNTRY CLUB - ESTATES, RANCH LOTS, HOME SITES AND BUNGALOWS.  Host of the United States Polo Association Gold Cup for 2005 and 2006, New Bridge Polo & Country Club offers estates, bungalows, home sites and ranch lots for you and your horses.  The Argentine inspired club house, tennis courts and polo fields offer endless possibilities for members, all within the security of a gated community.  More than a home ~ it's a lifestyle.   

There are a few homes available for sale..and several lots (some with barns already in place)

This is one of the homes available for purchase:

POLO VIEW - Enjoy the views from this newly constructed cape cod style home.  Tucked securely within the gates of New Bridge Polo & Country Club, this home is ready for your personal touches.  Two bedrooms and two bathrooms on each level for added convenience.  High ceilings add to the open floor plan.  Great room for entertaining, fireplace, loads of storage.  More than a home - it's a lifestyle.  This property is offered for $699,950.

Property Details:

Bedrooms: 4    

Bathrooms: 4     

Year Built: completed in ‘08    

Square Ft:  3000    

Garage: Attached  2 car    

Open Floor Plan   Beautiful views.    

Awesome Fireplace

Large viewing deck overlooking polo field at New Bridge Polo Club.

For more information, contact the listing agent Jane Page Thompson or ME!! (I am her assistant) 

Remember us for your Aiken, South Carolina real estate!  Actually we can help you ALL OVER THE WORLD!!   Our affiliation with Leading Real Estate Companies of The World connects us with other top INDEPENDENT Companies from ALL OVER THE WORLD.   It is pretty neat actually.  No matter where you are moving to or from...whether you need to buy or sell - - ANYWHERE...JUST CALL ME FIRST.  803-648-8660.  Jane Page and I would be happy to help you

 One of the most beautiful cities I have had the honor to call home.  Aiken has something for everyone.  And great weather pretty much all year long :)     I love Aiken.    Small town feel...yet all the amenities of a larger city.   3 hours east of Atlanta - 1 hour to Columbia, our State Capital - 2 1/2 hours to the ocean - 2 hours to the mountains - 7 hours to Disney World - and about 12 hours to Northern NJ :)   

Aiken, South Carolina.   Come see for yourself.

Yup, you heard me.  3 blocks to dirt!  In Aiken that means a lot.   Dirt is the horse district.  There you can watch the thoroughbreds train in the mornings, enjoy breakfast at the Track Kitchen, watch a polo match...... maybe even watch an Olympian train!!! (I'll talk about that in another blog)   As you drive down Two Notch Road you will know you are in the horse district when the road changes from paved to dirt.    Another indication might be some of the street signs.    

Well, this house is like three blocks to dirt, haha.  Great location.   Convenient to the Horse District - Whiskey Road/ Southside - Downtown - and to the bypass (if you work in Augusta)

Three bedrooms - One and one half baths,  big back yard, off street parking, wood burning fireplace, refinished hardwood floors..... I could go on and on.

Oh - and it is the ONLY two story house on the street. 

Here are some pictures:

Listed at $189,000

For more info give me or Jane Page a call.

The Carolina Real Estate Company ~ 333 Park Avenue SW ~ Aiken, SC ~ 29801

803-648-8660

Come walk the red carpet with all the stars :)   The paparazzi will be in full force downtown the weekend of August 8th.  Come on down for the TonyLou Awards! 

STARS , AWARDS, DINNER  & MURDER - OH MY!!!......

WHO?:    The Aiken Downtown Development Assoc. Proudly Presents Its

                                          3rd ANNUAL MYSTERY DINNER THEATER

WHAT?:    MURDER AT THE TONYLOU AWARDS        By:  Tony Schwartz & Marylou Ambrose.                        Produced by Special Arrangement with the Lakeside Players, Tafton, PA.

AND?:      Full Dinner and Dessert.  (Cash Bar)

WHEN?:   Friday, August 8 and Saturday, August 9.     Doors open at 6:30pm

WHERE?:  Newberry Hall, Newberry Street, Downtown Aiken, South Carolina.

HOW MUCH?:   $50 per persson.

HOW?:  Call Today and Reserve Your Ticket.   803 - 648 - 2221

I love Aiken :)    There is always something great to do.   Whether it involves The Arts, or History, or Garden Tours, or a Festival of some kind!  Remember me for your Aiken, South Carolina real estate!  Actually I can help you ALL OVER THE WORLD!!   My affiliation with Leading Real Estate Companies of THe World connects me other top INDEPENDENT Companies from ALL OVER THE WORLD.   It is pretty neat actually.  No matter where you are moving to or from...whether you need to buy or sell - - ANYWHERE...JUST CALL ME FIRST.  803-648-8660.  Jane Page and I would be happy to help you out. 

See you at the Awards ;)

The Shore. For me it will always be the shore.  My friend Rob posted a recent blog about Seaside Heights, NJ.   This is where my Grandmother (my dads mom) lived.  Of course we visited ALL THE TIME!  My dad took care of things for her.  I loved going down the shore - and I still do. 

But there was nothing like Seaside Heights.  Especially back in the day.  I don't know how it is now.  It has been over 12 years since I've been there :( 

Here is a link to Robs Blog -  play the video - and see where I spent my summers, and then some......

This video brought back so many memories.  Memories of my father.   I miss him.

Yesterday would have been my dad's birthday.  (he's been with God for five years now).  This brought back such great memories for me.  Thanks Rob :)

My dad was the one that taught us to swim.  And my sister and I swim like fish, lol.  So we had lots of fun down the shore.   Yes, we might have had to wait for him to fix the leaky kitchen faucet first.... but then he would be on the beach with us - and teaching us how to body surf, beach combing.... At night we would do the boardwalk - the games......etc ...OMG!!  ... What fun!!  

And even though this film was taken in 1960 - - the boardwalk, etc had not changed much (except for prices + clothes - cars, lol) from what I can remember :) 

I haven't been to Seaside Heights in a looooong time.  I would like to drive down my Nana's old street sometime, and check out the old neighborhood.  Not to mention the beach and the boardwalk :)   (and get some zeppoles, yummmm.     

Thanks for the memories, Rob :)    (and for making me hungry, lol)

The Watson House in Historic Ridge Spring, South Carolina

The Watson House in charming Ridge Spring is currently used as an events location for weddings and parties.  Said to be one of the oldest homes in Ridge Spring, SC.  

The original home was believed to have been built in the mid 1700's, while the current residence dates to the early 1800's. 

With hardwood floors, fireplaces and elegantly proportioned entertaining spaces, The Watson House is an ideal residence or could continue to be the place where happiness begins.  

The grounds and the separate banquet facility,  "The Packing Shed", offer ample parking and romantic spaces for marriages and other functions and events.  Commercial equipment negotiable.  Offered at  $686,000

In case you were wondering WHY it is called 'The Packing Shed".....well, it used to be where they packed the peaches back in the day!  And it has been called that ever since :)

For more information, contact the listing agent Jane Page Thompson or ME!! (I am her assistant)