With only three weeks left until 2012, there’s still plenty of time to prepare for the holiday season in Roslindale and Jamaica Plain. Decorated lamp posts, the beautiful tree in Adams Park and festive window displays throughout Roslindale are sure to put you in the spirit. Stroll the streets with a thermos of hot chocolate and enjoy the feeling of community as everyone prepares to settle in for the holidays.
With the couple of remaining weeks until Christmas, make sure you check out the Holiday Wander held on Thursdays until December 22nd. More than 30 Roslindale businesses are participating this year so stop in to select establishments such as Birch Street House & Garden, Dandelions Flower Shop and Fornax Bread Company for special deals and treats. Traveling musicians and carolers entertain and complimentary gift wrapping will take one thing off of your holiday to-do list.
Jamaica Plain is also an excellent place to shop locally and support local merchants and artists. JP Centre/South Main Streets has announced that the popular First Thursday program is now going to be held all year long. First Thursday has over 35 businesses that participate and showcase local artists in their stores and offices. Not only does this give these talented folks great exposure, it drives more foot traffic to Jamaica Plain’s business district and creates sales for the local stores.
I’ve mentioned many times throughout my posts that shopping locally is so beneficial to our communities in Roslindale and Jamaica Plain. Purchasing from local businesses keeps our neighbors employed close to home. Having these local businesses accessible for day to day errands also reduces traffic and our carbon footprint. Lastly, by shopping locally we’re investing in Roslindale and Jamaica Plain’s futures since these small businesses purchase from local farms and service providers.
I’ve been busy negotiating sales and preparing new properties for market, and I have a feeling the Boston real estate market will remain active as we roll into 2012. As always, let me know if I can help you or anyone you know find a home in Roslindale or Jamaica Plain. I have a great marketing team behind me helping me get my listings more exposure than ever, so if you’re looking to sell your home please contact me so I can show you how we can work together .
Linda Burnett
Jamaica Plain/Roslindale Real Estate Maven
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