What's The Fuss? It's Only a Lake!

Yesterday ~ Today in My Town Denver, NC Carolina Blue & White

2009-03-09T12:16:00.003-04:00

Yesterday ~ Today in My Town

Denver, NC
Carolina Blue & White

Yesterday in Denver was a day of rain until about 5:15 PM and then….well you can see what I woke up seeing!

My Front Yard

I must say it was really beautiful. So far we lost a huge limb off a Bradford Pear tree and several limbs off my huge Magnolia tree which I really hate. Hope my Leland Cyprus will get through this okay, as they serve as a buffer down the sides of our backyard.

My Magnolia Tree

It warmed up this afternoon to around 34 degrees and tonight it’s suppose to go down to around 19 degrees. Yes, the children in Lincoln County had no school today and school for tomorrow has already been called off.

Enjoy a piece of Denver!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit http://www.teresamharris.com/ for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

The Price is Right in Lincolnton, NC

2009-03-09T12:11:00.002-04:00

The “Price is Right”

in Lincolnton, NC

For all the locals and people visiting the area please mark your calendars and come on down! The event is the third year, “Price is Right” Lincoln County version fundraiser sponsored by the Lincoln County Coalition Against Child Abuse (LCCACA) to fighting child abuse.

Everyone will have a chance to win fabulous prizes and maybe you will be in the showcase showdown! Come early and enjoy the pre-show entertainment. There is a café upstairs and you will be able to make bids on some silent auction items.

When: Saturday, February 28, 2009
Where: James Warren Citizens Center
Show starts at 7:00 PM
Admission: $10.00 per person

Tickets are available at the door but you can buy them in advanced in Denver at CareMor Family Pharmacy, 3634 Highway 16 N. You can also call Cathy Davis at 704-740-8313 or Karen Cook at 704-736-1155 for tickets and more information.

See you around Denver!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Checkered Dreams (Sherrills Ford, NC ~ LKN)

2009-03-09T12:05:00.002-04:00

Checkered Dreams

Checkered Dreams Children’s Charity was founded in 2003 by Sue Ziegler. This non-profit organization was established to connect kids, six to eighteen, with the victory lap they deserve. During this time Sue lived in Pennsylvania but since 2006 her family and she have resided in the Sherrills Ford area.

Coming from a family big in racing and feeling a need to give back Sue heard of a similar organization in Ohio and decided to take the idea and spin it off to make it their own. The idea is to give sick or handicapped kids (including the entire family) a fun-filled night at a local racetrack and a break from being sick and having to deal with the day-to-day of the illness.

Kids not only get to watch a race but in most cases they become a part of the race event. Autographs from drivers and getting their pictures taken in the pit area are all a part of this event. Sometimes kids get to be a part of announcing and are able to say those famous words, “Gentlemen, start your engines!” The child and family get admitted to the racetrack free and get the total VIP treatment!

Sue takes whatever donations she can get. Drivers often donate their used helmets. Sue cleans and repaints them and has drivers autograph them. What a nice memento for the child to take home in remembrance of the event.

So if you know a child or have a child who is handicapped or has a serious illness and loves racing, please contact Sue for a Checkered Dreams night at the racetrack.

Sue Ziegler
704-489-6294
dream-checkered@aol.com

See you around Denver!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Enjoy a Day at The U.S. National Whitewater Center in Charlotte

2009-03-09T11:44:00.002-04:00

Enjoy a Day at

The U.S. National Whitewater Center

in Charlotte

With spring just around the corner why not plan an outing to the U.S. National Whitewater Center here in Charlotte. Yes, we have our own Whitewater Center in our own backyard since August 2006! Take it from someone that has experienced it, a day at the U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC) is truly an adventure. Located on the banks of the Catawba River in Charlotte, the USNWC is the world's largest artificial Whitewater River and an official U.S. Olympic Training Site. The center is locally owned and operated non-profit and is dedicated to promoting healthy, active, outdoor lifestyles.

At a cost of $38 million, the center encompasses 307 acres and offers whitewater rafting and kayaking, flat water paddling, mountain biking and hiking trails, a climbing center and a ropes course, along with a 2,400 square-foot conference center (catering is available) and 300-seat River's Edge Bar & Grill - all overlooking the home rapids of the U.S. National Slalom Canoe/Kayak Team. The center also has an outfitter's store full of everything you would ever need to enjoy the center.

The newest addition to the center is a zip-line that will take you from one side of the center to the other side.

The River's Edge Bar & Grill offers a variety of appetizers, soups & salads, sandwiches, desserts, drinks (including a large list of wine and beer). I recently enjoyed their pimento cheese burger which was really "huge" and "good". Our waitress told me that they even make their own pimento cheese.... The average cost of lunch including drink is around $10.00 per person.

If you haven't experienced the USNWC please take some time out and experience it. It's a great place to spend time with family and friends, a lot to see and do!!

U.S. National Whitewater Center
820 Hawfield Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
(704)391-3900
http://www.usnwc.org

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

6147 Burnhurst Lane, Denver, NC 28037 ~ Within Minutes of Lake Norman

2009-03-09T11:42:00.000-04:00

Teresa Harris | Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. | 704-458-1807

6147 Burnhurst Lane, Denver, NC

Within Minutes of Lake Norman!

3BR/2BA Manufactured

offered at $79,000

Year Built	1997
Sq Footage	1,512
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	2
Lot Size	21,083 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Walk-in closet	Living room
Dining room	Breakfast nook	Dishwasher
Refrigerator	Stove/Oven	Laundry area - inside
Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Rural area within minutes to Lake Norman.

Occupied by the original owner.

The kitchen features a large bright open kitchen with flat top self-cleaning range, new refrigerator

The den features a wood burning fireplace with blower, ceramic hearth, and built-inn shelving.

The master suite features a large walk-in closet and spacious master bath with dual sinks and dressi

Private backyard with wired storage building/shop.

Rock Springs/North Lincoln Schools.

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Contact info:

Teresa Harris

Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc.

704-458-1807

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Feb 23, 2009, 4:26pm PST

You Just Never Know . . . . She Makes KILLER Pimento Cheese!

2009-03-09T11:36:00.002-04:00

You just never know….. she makes killer pimento cheese!

Yesterday I had phone duty in the morning. About 11:00 some agents came in and said they were going to a Realtor luncheon and asked if I would like to tag along. At first I said no because I had already seen the house our firm had the listing for a year prior….but then I decided to go.

So I knew the house but I didn’t know who the new listing agent was until we pulled up. The listing

agent’s name was Suzanne Zick… yes Suzanne is an Active Rain member and her office is right down the street from ours but I have never met her….until yesterday!! Going into the house while we were in the hallway our Broker-in-Charge (Gail Huss; she is an Active Rain member too and the most awesome BIC) was introducing us to another Realtor and when Suzanne heard my name she came around the corner and said you’re the one on Active Rain that is #1 in our area.

We really skipped the tour because we already knew the house and went straight for the food and conversation. The food was great; especially the killer “homemade” pimento cheese

that Suzanne had made and she promised to get me the recipe….I’m waiting Suzanne! Hopefully, she will be willing to share it with every one here in the Rain too.

So the food was great and the conversation was great too. I do have to say I am pretty proud of the firm I am with because some of the conversation stemmed from sharing ideas and information about the house in hopes of helping Suzanne get the house sold. The prior listing agent (Mike Bost; an awesome caring professional) from our office even offered Suzanne the pictures he had took prior to the seller moving all the furniture out…which looked like a model. Not all realtors work together like this for the real benefit of their clients and former clients.

Needless-to-say the Realtor luncheon turned out to be much more than I expected. I got to meet the real Suzanne Zick (in person) and spent a good thirty minutes in her presences talking shop and just whatever. I got a Suzanne “hug”. I got to listen to two Realtors (from different firms) talking about a clients best interest and both hoping for the house to sell soon…just how much professional is that? I got to have some killer homemade pimento cheese all of this on a rainy/windy day in Denver, NC…you just never know!

P.S.: Suzanne please put me on your invite list for the next one!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Troutman, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-03-09T11:32:00.001-04:00

January 2007, 2008, & 2009

Single Family Stats
Troutman, NC (Lake Norman)

Okay, here is the Single Family Stats for Trountman for the three January's. If you have read my blog already you know that I like stats!

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting to keep up with what real estate sales in January 2009 looked against January 2008 and January 2007. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Troutman, NC (Lake Norman); going back to January 2007, January 2008, and January 2009. All figures were taken from Carolina Multiple Listing Services.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Troutman area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Troutman, NC (Lake Norman)*

January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Sherrills Ford, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-03-09T11:27:00.002-04:00

January 2007, 2008, & 2009

Single Family Stats
Sherrills Ford, NC (Lake Norman)

Okay, here is the Single Family Stats for Sherrills Ford for the three January's. If you have read my blog already you know that I like stats!

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting to keep up with what real estate sales in January 2009 looked against January 2008 and January 2007. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Sherrills Ford, NC (Lake Norman); going back to January 2007, January 2008, and January 2009. All figures were taken from Carolina Multiple Listing Services.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Sherrills Ford area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Sherrills Ford, NC (Lake Norman)*

January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Terrell, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-03-09T11:18:00.003-04:00

January 2007, 2008, & 2009

Single Family Stats
Terrell, NC (Lake Norman)

Okay, here is the Single Family Stats for Terrell for the three January's. If you have read my blog already you know that I like stats!

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting to keep up with what real estate sales in January 2009 looked against January 2008 and January 2007. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Terrell, NC (Lake Norman); going back to January 2007, January 2008, and January 2009. All figures were taken from Carolina Multiple Listing Services.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Terrell area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Terrell, NC (Lake Norman)*

January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Mooresville, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-03-09T11:11:00.001-04:00

January 2007, 2008, & 2009

Single Family Stats
Mooresville, NC (Lake Norman)

Okay, here is the Single Family Stats for Mooresville for the three January's. If you have read my blog already you know that I like stats!

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting to keep up with what real estate sales in January 2009 looked against January 2008 and January 2007. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Mooresville, NC (Lake Norman); going back to January 2007, January 2008, and January 2009. All figures were taken from Carolina Multiple Listing Services.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Mooresville area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Mooresville, NC (Lake Norman)*

January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Davidson, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-03-09T11:03:00.003-04:00

January 2007, 2008, & 2009

Single Family Stats
Davidson, NC (Lake Norman)

Okay, here is the Single Family Stats for Davidson for the three January's. If you have read my blog already you know that I like stats!

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting to keep up with what real estate sales in January 2009 looked against January 2008 and January 2007. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Davidson, NC (Lake Norman); going back to January 2007, January 2008, and January 2009. All figures were taken from Carolina Multiple Listing Services.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Davidson area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Davidson, NC (Lake Norman)*

January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Cornelius, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-03-09T10:43:00.004-04:00

January 2007, 2008, & 2009

Single Family Stats
Cornelius, NC (Lake Norman)

Okay, here is the Single Family Stats for Cornelius for the three January's. If you have read my blog already you know that I like stats!

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting to keep up with what real estate sales in January 2009 looked against January 2008 and January 2007. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Cornelius, NC (Lake Norman); going back to January 2007, January 2008, and January 2009. All figures were taken from Carolina Multiple Listing Services.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Cornelius area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Cornelius, NC (Lake Norman)*

January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Huntersville, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-03-09T10:36:00.004-04:00

January 2007, 2008, & 2009

Single Family Stats
Huntersville, NC (Lake Norman)

Okay, here is the Single Family Stats for Huntersville for the three January's. If you have read my blog already you know that I like stats!

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting to keep up with what real estate sales in January 2009 looked against January 2008 and January 2007. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Huntersville, NC (Lake Norman); going back to January 2007, January 2008, and January 2009. All figures were taken from Carolina Multiple Listing Services.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Huntersville area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Huntersville, NC (Lake Norman)*

January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-03-09T10:18:00.010-04:00

January 2007, 2008, & 2009

Single Family Stats
Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

Okay, here is the Single Family Stats for Denver for the three January's. If you have read my blog already you know that I like stats!

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting to keep up with what real estate sales in January 2009 looked against January 2008 and January 2007. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Denver, NC (Lake Norman); going back to January 2007, January 2008, and January 2009. All figures were taken from Carolina Multiple Listing Services.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Denver area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*January 2007, 2008, & 2009 Single Family Stats Denver, NC (Lake Norman)*

Red Rooster ~ Denver, NC (Lake Norman) a "FUN" Place to Shop!

2009-02-11T09:56:00.010-05:00

Red Rooster ~ Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

a "FUN" place to shop!

All it took was dinner at Bob & Diane’s house to know that this place is special. While the men were grilling the salmon Diane told me about her new founded past time ~ shopping consignment. After taking a tour of her large lovely home and pointing out what she has purchased and where one certain store kept topping up. Needless-to-say I went away thinking I have just got to see this place for myself.

The certain store is the Red Rooster; which specializes in new and used furniture and home accessories here in Denver, NC (Lake Norman). If you are local and have never been then you are missing out. This over 6,000 square foot building has a full array of furniture and accessories on display. Although, their inventory continuously changes they offer baby and children’s furniture as well. They have also added costume jewelry.

Since my first visit I have slated the Red Rooster as one of my “fun” places to go. My husband and I try to get by there once a week just to see what new things they have to offer.

So when you get a chance and want to experience something a little different please go by and see owners: John & Lynn Henkel and Jeff Haymore. Melissa Stillwell will be happy to assist you as well…..and if you think about it please tell them how you heard about them.

Red Rooster
7912 Unity Church Road
Denver, NC 28037
704-483-1711
redroosterlkn@gmail.com

Shop Hours:
Tuesday - Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

See you in Denver!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

A Great Idea For Valentine's Day!

2009-02-11T09:49:00.001-05:00

A Great Idea For Valentine's Day!

Hey! If you are in our area (Denver, NC ~ Lake Norman) with nothing to do on Valentine’s Day or maybe you would like to do something a little different. If so I have just the ticket for you and your sweetie!! The Knights of Columbus #10389 is sponsoring this event. Just look at the details below!

What:
Valentine Dance
With The Big Band Music of
The Frank Love Orchestra

When:
Saturday, February 14, 2009
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
$20.00 Per Adult
$10.00 16 & under

Where:
Holy Spirit Parish Center
537 N Highway 16
Denver, NC 28037

Price includes light snacks and soft drinks.
You may BYOB.

For more information please contact:
Tom Francis @ 704-483-4184

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Punxsutawney Phil Predicts . . . .

2009-02-11T09:43:00.002-05:00

Punxsutawney Phil has predicted . . . six more weeks of winter!

Yep, you heard it right Punxsutawney Phil resident of Punxsutawney, PA, has seen his shadow on this fine Groundhog Day! Punxsutawney is about 65 miles northeast of Pittsburgh. The ritual brought about 6,100 residents to a place called Gobbler’s Knob to witness the event.

It’s been reported that Punxsutawney Phil was still dressed in his Pittsburgh Steelers’ jersey from a Super Bowl party last night. This was to show his enthusiasm over the results last night.

Speaking of groundhogs I haven’t seen my own (I do have one in my backyard) but I am sure he is out and about eating and taking in a few rays since it’s a sunny day here in Denver, NC ~ Lake Norman; at least lets hope he does . . . he has six more weeks of winter!

Happy Groundhog Day!!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Fall in Love With Art Auction ~ Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-02-02T11:20:00.005-05:00

Fall in Love With Art Auction

Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

If you are in the area you don’t want to miss the Denver/Lake Norman Rotary’s annual Fall in Love With Art Auction. This year’s auction will benefit the Lincoln County Junior Achievement and some other local community and international club service projects.

This event brings out some outstanding art to the area. This year’s possible offerings include several types of art which may include contemporary, wildlife, Judaic, sports, African-American, primitive, south Western, Americana, children, impressionism, seascapes, and Christian.

Fall in Love With Art Auction
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Lincoln Charter High School
7834 Gateway Lane
Denver, NC 28037

$10.00 per person in advance
$12.00 per person at the door

Preview & Social ~ 6:30 PM
With hors d’ oeuvres, desserts, & coffee.
There will be a cash bar too.
Auction ~ 7:00 PM

For ticket information please call: 704-483-3415.

See You in Denver!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Carolinas Medical Center-Lincoln Same-Day Surgery Facility Opens This Week in Denver, NC

2009-02-02T10:36:00.008-05:00

Carolinas Medical Center-Lincoln Same-Day Surgery Facility Opens! Denver, NC

Wow my backyard continues to GROW . . . . Imagine that! Being a resident of Denver since 1985, I have seen a lot of changes and growing pains….I am full of Denver Trivia!

This week was the opening of our new Carolinas Medical Center – Lincoln Same-Day Surgery facility. This is a totally new medical office complex located on Forney Creek Parkway just off of Optimist Club Road which is near the next phase of the Highway 16 Bypass. Wow, just to think that when I moved here we only had one medical doctor facility and that was at the corner of Highway 16N and Unity Church Road; where the used boat/camper place is now…yep, that tiny building… can you imagine that?

At this new facility there is a shell for a second surgical center for expansion purposes and the facility will also be home too many physicians’ offices. The facilities 30 acre track of land will also facilitate an urgent-care facility expected to be added in the future.

Since there is only one surgery room and the facility will operate on a first shift timeframe only six surgeries will be done each day. There are four patient bays that will allow prep and return areas. Doing this will facilitate continuity of care between patients and nurses.

What a great addition to the place we call home!

See You in Denver!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Local Builder G.P. Kon is Holding a Month Long GREEN Open House ~ Mooresville, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-02-02T10:36:00.007-05:00

G.P. Kon’s Certified Green Open House

What an event this will be!

G.P. Kon Custom Builders, Creator of Fine Luxury Homes in the Lake Norman area, is a third generation family owned company. They have been awarded a certified green professional builder by the National Home Builders Association. Master Accredited Builder graduates complete an intensive series of seventy-two hours of coursework. This designation is recognized statewide and identifies top professionals in the building industry. Like the real estate industry Master Accredited Builders have to complete an additional eight hours, of coursework, each year to keep their designation.

Open House at The Farms
134 Grasshopper Circle
Mooresville, NC

Sunday, February 1, 8, 15, & 33
Saturday, February 7, 14, 21, & 28
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM all days

Builder will be on site to answer questions about what’s involved to become GREEN; the whys, cost, and advantages!

Directions is: I77 North, exit 33, left onto Williamson Road, left onto Brawley School Road, right onto McKendree Road, right onto Grasshopper Circle.

For more information please contact G.P. Builders.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Lincolnton-Lincoln County Regional Airport ~ Iron Station, NC

2009-01-28T12:52:00.005-05:00

Lincolnton-Lincoln County Regional Airport

Iron Station, NC

If you have been reading my past blog posts you know that Denver is my home. You also know that I don’t think it gets much better than Denver or the Lake Norman area for a small town feel. So if you have been thinking of moving to the area ….. here’s another good reason why our area may be a good fit for you and your family and/or your business or future business.

Lincolnton-Lincoln County Regional Airport located in Iron Station on the out skirts of Denver and Lincolnton is about to get a new $1.2 million terminal. The 4,700 square feet, two-story building is scheduled for completion early next year. This will be nearly double the size of the current facility that was first opened more than two decades ago.

The new facility will have upgraded accommodations for pilots, comfortable waiting rooms for passengers, and a state-of-the-art computer system. Lincolnton officials are hoping the new airport will impress businesses considering Lincoln County as a new home and/or it should promote growth of industry around the perimeter of the airport in the years ahead.

If new funding permits the airport has future plans to add additional hanger space and a 500 foot runway extension. For more information about airport services, space, and facts please refer the Lincoln County Regional Airport website.

See you in Denver!

Lincoln County Regional Airport

716 Airport Road
Iron Station, NC 28080
704-735-0602

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Water Restrictions Continue for Lincoln County ~ North Carolina

2009-01-28T12:48:00.002-05:00

Water Restrictions Continue for

Lincoln County ~ North Carolina

Just a reminder to everyone in Lincoln County our water restrictions that were put in place about two years ago, do to the drought of 2007 that brought a 18” below normal rainfall are still in effect even though we have been getting a lot of rain at times.

There are several factors as to why we have been told that we need to continue the restrictions. Various reasons given are that forecasters are predicting a dry winter, the water supply still hasn’t recouped from the drought, and the western part of the county hasn’t seen substantial rainfall as the eastern part.

So the county is asking people, who need to, only water their lawns two days a week and to continue to conserve when possible.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

December 2006, 2007, & 2008 Single Family Stats Sherrills Ford, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-01-28T12:42:00.001-05:00

December 2006, 2007, & 2008
Single Family Stats Sherrills Ford, NC (Lake Norman)

Don't you just love stats . . . well I do! Maybe it’s all the Statistical math classes I had to take to get my degree . . . oh well, let’s blame it on Gardner-Webb University.

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting seeing how real estate sales in December 2008 looked against December 2007 and December 2006. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Sherrills Ford, NC (Lake Norman); going back to December 2006, December 2007, and December 2008.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Sherrills Ford area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

December 2006, 2007, & 2008 Single Family Stats Terrell, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-01-28T12:36:00.001-05:00

December 2006, 2007, & 2008
Single Family Stats Terrell, NC (Lake Norman)

Don't you just love stats . . . well I do! Maybe it’s all the Statistical math classes I had to take to get my degree . . . oh well, let’s blame it on Gardner-Webb University.

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting seeing how real estate sales in December 2008 looked against December 2007 and December 2006. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Terrell, NC (Lake Norman); going back to December 2006, December 2007, and December 2008.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Terrell area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

December 2006, 2007, & 2008 Single Family Stats Troutman, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-01-28T12:30:00.001-05:00

December 2006, 2007, & 2008
Single Family Stats Troutman, NC (Lake Norman)

Don't you just love stats . . . well I do! Maybe it’s all the Statistical math classes I had to take to get my degree . . . oh well, let’s blame it on Gardner-Webb University.

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting seeing how real estate sales in December 2008 looked against December 2007 and December 2006. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Troutman, NC (Lake Norman); going back to December 2006, December 2007, and December 2008.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Troutman area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

December 2006, 2007, & 2008 Single Family Stats Mooresville, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-01-28T12:14:00.001-05:00

December 2006, 2007, & 2008

Single Family Stats Mooresville, NC (Lake Norman)

Don't you just love stats . . . well I do! Maybe it’s all the Statistical math classes I had to take to get my degree . . . oh well, let’s blame it on Gardner-Webb University.

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting seeing how real estate sales in December 2008 looked against December 2007 and December 2006. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Mooresville, NC (Lake Norman); going back to December 2006, December 2007, and December 2008.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Mooresville area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

December 2006, 2007, & 2008 Single Family Stats Davidson, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-01-28T11:51:00.001-05:00

December 2006, 2007, & 2008

Single Family Stats Davidson, NC (Lake Norman)

Don't you just love stats . . . well I do! Maybe it’s all the Statistical math classes I had to take to get my degree . . . oh well, let’s blame it on Gardner-Webb University.

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting seeing how real estate sales in December 2008 looked against December 2007 and December 2006. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Davidson, NC (Lake Norman); going back to December 2006, December 2007, and December 2008.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Davidson area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

December 2006, 2007, & 2008 Single Family Stats Cornelius, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-01-28T11:39:00.001-05:00

December 2006, 2007, & 2008

Single Family Stats Cornelius, NC (Lake Norman)

Don't you just love stats . . . well I do! Maybe it’s all the Statistical math classes I had to take to get my degree . . . oh well, let’s blame it on Gardner-Webb University.

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting seeing how real estate sales in December 2008 looked against December 2007 and December 2006. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Cornelius, NC (Lake Norman); going back to December 2006, December 2007, and December 2008.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Cornelius area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

December 2006, 2007, & 2008 Single Family Stats Huntersville, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-01-28T11:31:00.002-05:00

December 2006, 2007, & 2008

Single Family Stats Huntersville, NC (Lake Norman)

Don't you just love stats . . . well I do! Maybe it’s all the Statistical math classes I had to take to get my degree . . . oh well, let’s blame it on Gardner-Webb University.

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting seeing how real estate sales in December 2008 looked against December 2007 and December 2006. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Huntersville, NC (Lake Norman); going back to December 2006, December 2007, and December 2008.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Huntersville area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

December 2006, 2007, & 2008 Single Family Stats Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

2009-01-28T11:24:00.001-05:00

December 2006, 2007, & 2008

Single Family Stats Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

Don't you just love stats . . . well I do! Maybe it’s all the Statistical math classes I had to take to get my degree . . . oh well, let’s blame it on Gardner-Webb University.

Anyhow do to the current market conditions I thought it would be interesting seeing how real estate sales in December 2008 looked against December 2007 and December 2006. So here's some interesting stats of single family sales in Denver, NC (Lake Norman); going back to December 2006, December 2007, and December 2008. All figures were taken from Carolina Multiple Listing Services.

I hope that if you are thinking of buying and/or selling in the Denver area that you will find these figures helpful.

If you are thinking of moving to the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte areas please contact me. I have a Newcomers/Relocation Kit that I will send to you . . . FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Promises of 25 new jobs in Lincoln County, NC . . . SENNEBOGEN North America

2009-01-28T11:18:00.001-05:00

Promises of 25 new jobs in Lincoln County, NC . . . SENNEBOGEN North America

SENNEBOGEN North America is coming to Lincoln County with promises of 25 new jobs to the area. Last July SENNEBOGEN North America, based in Charlotte, announced their plans to expand into Lincoln County. Investing $5.1 million in their 53,000 square foot parts distribution, training, and technical support center. The building is being built just off Highway 16 and Old Plank Road in the Lowesville area of East Lincoln County near Julius Blum Company. The facility is expected to be operational early this year (2009).

SENNEBOGEN North America employees who may be new to the area will not have to worry about housing, schools, or shopping. With some of the newer neighborhoods just around the corner or a few miles down the road there is plenty to choose from. The Lincoln County school system is one of the BEST around and there are private schools and a charter school as well not too far away. Shopping is not a problem either with the bustling new area of shopping at Highway 16 & Highway 73 and not to far away from Birkdale in Huntersville.

SENNEBOGEN North America couldn’t have picked a better location with it’s proximity to Charlotte, Lake Norman (Denver, Huntersville, Cornelius), Gastonia, and Hickory. For recreation you have the largest lake in North Carolina… Lake Norman at your back door. If golf is your thing you have several private and public courses to enjoy like Verdict Ridge, Cowans Ford, Westport, Birkdale, and River Run to name a few.

SENNEBOGEN is a 50 year old German company who entered the North American market in 2000; thus created SENNEBOGEN North America and has since become a market leader in the material handling industry. SENNEBOGEN offers a complete range of purpose-built machines to suit virtually any heavy lift or pick and carry application. They give credit to their continued success on the ability to recruit outstanding regional sales managers, which in turn grows their list of distributors, who support SENNEBOGEN sales and service across the Americas, ensuring the highest standard of professional machine support and parts availability.

Let me be one who welcomes SENNEBOGEN North America to our community. Here’s to wishing you continued growth and success for many, many years to come!!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Building in Denver, NC has been given a GREEN light . . . if the economy cooperates!

2009-01-28T11:10:00.003-05:00

Building in Denver, NC has been given a GREEN light . . . if the economy cooperates!

Lincoln County commissioners have just approved a plan to allow nearly 800 new homes to be built in and around the Denver area. Prior to this the area has had a two-year long self-imposed moratorium on new sewer permits sighting the ten-year old Forney Creek wastewater plant was near capacity and the county was concerned about getting state penalties if they went over capacity.

Approval of the new plant, which will be located off Old Plank Road, came last month. This approval meant the county could in turn approve construction of new projects. The commissioners choose to approve commercial and residential projects that were already previously approved and in the pipeline prior to the moratorium.

Among those lucky ones are:

Norman Pointe 78 lots

Pin Oaks 41 lots

Gates at Waterside 96 lots

Salem Springs 38 lots

James Plantation 31 lots

Verdict Ridge 35 lots

Village of Cowans Ford 37 lots

Burton Creek 148 lots

Westport 58 lots

Catawba Springs Promenade 10 lots

Cottonwood Village 3 lots

Balsom Ridge 16 lots

Villages at Unity Church 205 lots

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Poinsettias Currently on Sale at East Lincoln High School (Denver, NC)

2009-01-28T11:04:00.001-05:00

Poinsettias Currently on Sale at East Lincoln High School (Denver, NC)

The Agricultural Education Program at East Lincoln High School (ELHS) in Denver, NC is having their annual Holiday Poinsettia Sale. This event has taken place the past three years and this year the students propagated 275 of the plants.

Come out and purchase your Poinsettias while helping ELHS!

East Lincoln High School
6471 Highway 73
Denver, NC

704-736-1860

Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Plants may be purchased from the greenhouse, located behind the two-story building on the school campus.

Crimson and chartreuse varieties are available.

6” pot ~ $4.00
12” hanging basket ~ $10.00
20” basket with 16 plants ~ $25.00

Proceeds benefit the East Lincoln High School FFA Chapter.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Holiday Farmers Market (Denver, NC)

2009-01-28T10:52:00.002-05:00

Holiday Farmers Market

Sponsored by Carolina Farm Credit, Lincoln County Apple Festival, and the NC cooperative Extension Service of Lincoln County…. the Holiday Farmers Market is coming this weekend. I know it's been cold in our neck of the woods, but wrap-up and come out and enjoy this once a year event!

Bring in farmers and artists with goods for sale ….. maybe you can find that special gift for that special person on your list or find that fresh meat or vegetable that you are wanting to have at your Thanksgiving dinner!

Lincoln County Farmers Market
Rock Springs Elementary School
3633 Highway 16 N
Denver, NC

Saturday, November 22, 2008

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Refreshments and cooking demonstrations begin at 9:00 AM.
Entertainment begins at 11:00 AM and will continue until 12:00 PM.

So come out and enjoy the last Farmers Market in Denver for this year!

For more information please contact the Extension Office at 704-736-8461.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Pet Feature ~ Meet Bear and Bella

2008-11-08T01:22:00.003-05:00

Pet Feature ~ Meet Bear and Bella

Today I received an email from Melissa, a local lady that read one of my blog posts. As most people who subscribe to my blogs know I blog a lot about localism in the Lake Norman and Charlotte areas, about living green, and about pets. I am a firm believer that pets have an innocent way of enhancing our life’s if given a chance.

Melissa had read my, ‘Operation Noah’s Ark’ post which was about the rescue of hundreds of animals in an animal hording case. In fact this post has created more emails and calls than any other that I have written thus far; emails and calls asking who to contact to adopt these animals.

For the past month I have wanted to have a pet of the week or month that needs to be adopted, in hopes of being a link in assisting pets get a second chance.

Today, I was given the sign that now is the time to do my part.

The reason Melissa emailed me today was to find out if ‘Operation Noah’s Ark’ could take on two more dogs that were left at her house. Although, the organization will be contacted, I really doubt that they will be able to take on two more, with the hundreds and hundreds that they have to keep until the case goes to trial ….

Trust me I know that most all shelters and humane societies are maxed out, but I just can’t help but think that maybe someone in cyberspace is possibility looking for a great pet and will see these pictures and fall in love with them and decide to adopt them.

So Melissa this one is for you ~ my very first Pet Feature goes to Bear and Bella!

Please Meet Bear and Bella

They are sisters, who are beagle mixed, approximately one year old. Since they are sisters and they have been raised together since birth, it is Melissa’s wishes to try and keep them together.

If you are interested in more information about Bear and Bella or if you have a pet that needs a new home that you would like featured please email me or call me at 704-458-1807. Pet Feature is FREE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Hundreds of Pets Who Need Homes are up for ADOPTION in Lincoln County North Carolina

2008-10-10T11:09:00.001-04:00

Hundreds of Pets Who Need Homes are up for ADOPTION in Lincoln County North Carolina

The Lincoln County Animal Shelter and the Humane Society Lincoln County will be joining forces to offer dogs and cats that are ready for adoption. Anyone that is in a position to adopt a pet is encourage to do so. If you live on a farm why not adopt several. . .

With the price of gasoline why not make one trip a double? If you are going to the Lincoln County Farmers Market at Rock Springs Elementary School Saturday morning just slip next door and pick out a furry friend for life! It has been said more than once that most times rescued animals seem to have a sense that they have been saved from a terrible life and they are most appreciative. . . . some make the best pets ever!

Saturday, October 11, 2008
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Old R-Anell Property (next to Rock Springs Elementary School)
3549 Highway 16 North
Denver, NC 28037

If for any reason you cannot make it this Saturday, and still want to adopt please go by:

Lincoln County Animal Shelter
650 John Howell Memorial Drive
Off Generals Blvd and Wilma Sigmon Road in Lincolnton
Beside the Lincoln County Sheriff's Department
Hours: M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sun 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
704-736-8517

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

A New WWW Dot for Denver, NC . . .

2008-10-10T11:06:00.001-04:00

V-TOPICS (Denver, NC)

A new citizens' group has formed in Eastern Lincoln County, Volunteers To Organize People in Ironton & Catawba Springs (V-TOPICS). It's focus is to implement strategies on organizing and linking neighborhood groups in the Ironton and Catawba Springs townships.

Many residents do not live in well defined neighborhoods V-TOPICS is hoping to united neighborhood groups in an effort to create a sense of community. V-TOPICS will provide a way for local citizens to quickly respond to actions of Lincoln County government and developers as needed.

Their website also has various presentations on issues important to Lincoln County. You are also able to provide the group with suggestions as well as concerns.

So if you are finding a need to find out information about local/political issues or have a comment please visit their website.

Access to the website is free and all contacts are kept confidential.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

October Fun at Historic Latta Plantation (Huntersville, NC)

2008-10-10T10:58:00.002-04:00

Check out and see all the events happening at Historic Latta Plantation for October, 2008
Lot's to see, do, and experience ~ Fun for Everyone!!

Halloween Fright Festival

Starting October 10th, 2008, Every Friday & Saturday From 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM

Here are the dates:

October 10th - October 11th
October 17th - October 18th
October 24th - October 25th
October 31st - November 1st

Latta Plantation Nature Preserve
6201 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
704-992-1550

Mark your calendars for another fun event for our area. Latta Plantation Nature Preserve is offering Halloween Fright Festival including a Haunted Hay Ride! It's fun for the kids, young, and old.... The Haunted Hay Ride is $8.00 each. Pony Rides, Pony Express is $4.00 for each. Pick out your pumpkin from their Pumpkin Patch. And for the BRAVE . . . a SKIN CRAWLING!

Here are some other events happening at Latta Plantation Nature Preserve for October:

27th Annual Folklife Festival and Craft Show
October 11-12, 2008 (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

Interpreters will demonstrate the folk ways of the past across the plantation. Demonstrations will include open-hearth cooking, blacksmithing, gun smithing, woodworking, spinning, dyeing, weaving, and much more! Visitors can also do their Christmas shopping early as they visit many period and modern craft vendors selling baskets, pottery, jewelry, lace, gourds, Uncle Scott's Root Beer, yarn crafts, and much more! Enjoy live music and eat a hot lunch with the food vendor! Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors (62+) and students, ages 5 and under free.

Celtic Music Night Fundraiser

October 11th, 2008 (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM)

Bring a chair or blanket and listen to live Celtic music by the carriage barn, brought to you by 'The Celtic Folkers.' Purchase a hot meal from the food vendor, shop at the silent auction, win raffle prizes, and more! All proceeds benefit the Capital Campaign. Tickets are $12 per person.

Ghost Tales in the Dark

October 17-18, 2008 at 8:00 PM

Have you ever wondered if Latta is haunted? Walk the house and grounds by lantern light. Your guide will share real experiences by staff members and volunteers, ghost hunters, and more. This will be a unique opportunity to tour the plantation at night in small groups. Admission is $12 per person. RSVP Required! Call 704-875-2312, ext. 302 to register!

Ghostwalk

October 24-25, 2008 (7:00 PM - 10:00 PM)

Take an explosive walk around the plantation at night! Don't get left behind as you experience ghostly battles between soldiers, ghouls in the haunted plantation house, slave cabin, and garden. You never know what grisly scenes you may come across as you tour the grounds and woods! Watch out for things that go bump in the night! Admission is $7 per person, ages 5 and under are free (but not recommended for ages 5 and under).

Weekends are full in October at Historic Latta Plantation!

Logo image courtesy of Historic Latta Plantation.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Lake Norman . . . Art Events for October, 2008 (Localism)

2008-10-10T10:50:00.001-04:00

Lake Norman . . . Art Events for October, 2008

Here are some Lake Norman Art Events that you may not want to miss.

October 4
1st Annual Paint Out
Sponsored by Mooresville Artist Guild
Gallery 3
Depot Fine Arts Center
103 West Center Avenue
Mooresville, NC
704-663-6661

Artists will spend the day painting in the community. Artists need to check-in between 8:00 AM and noon at Gallery 3; artists will then head to the location of their choice and spend the day painting. The Guild will provide a list of suggested locations and a map.

Artists will need to submit their art between 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM in the Warehouse Room. A reception will be held in Gallery 3, followed by judging, and awards. All entries will then be displayed at the Depot Fine Arts Center through October, and available for purchase.

October 18 (7:00 PM)
1st Annual Art League Spectacular Show & Auction
Sponsored by Rotary Club of Lake Norman Huntersville & Lake Norman Art League
Northstone Country Club
Huntersville, NC

Now Through October 17
The Great Frame Up at Birkdale Village
Show can be viewed and silent bids placed; during regular business hours.

This show and auction will benefit Hope House and Lake Norman Free Clinic, at Birkdale Village. Show will feature 2 and 3 dimensional works. Artists interested in entering the show and auction need to go to Lake Norman Art and/or Lake Norman Rotary for more information.

October 31 – November 1 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
2008 Quilt Show
Sponsored by Mooresville Centerpiece Quilters’ Guild
Show will be held at East Mooresville Intermediate School
1711 Landis Highway ~ Intersection of NC 150 and NC 152
Mooresville, NC
704-664-5086

A Pfaff Grand Quilter sewing machine will be raffled off. Quilts will be displayed and quilted wall hangings and other items will be sold. For more information please call the phone number provided or e-mail lakesail530@roadrunner.com.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Carolina Renaissance Festival (Localism)

2008-10-10T09:22:00.001-04:00

Carolina Renaissance Festival

October 4 – November 16 (weekends only)
Carolina Renaissance Festival
NC 73 at Poplar Tent Road ~ Between I-77 and I-85
Huntersville/Concord, NC
877-896-5544

Carolina Renaissance Festival is celebrating their 15th anniversary with entertainment, feasting, and games. The Festival is a re-creation of a 16th-century village on 22 acres between Concord and Huntersville, features 10 stages of entertainment. New entertainment including new features has been added this year.

Come out and enjoy the entertainment and sample the food; i.e.: Scotch eggs, potato pancakes, bread bowl stews, steak-on-a stake, gourmet sausages, and giant roasted turkey legs.

For more information please visit their website at RenFestInfo.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Where's the GAS?

2008-10-10T09:18:00.001-04:00

Where’s the GAS?

I have to honestly say I have never seen anything like it before… we are literally running out of GAS! Passing gas station after gas station and the pumps are dry. The easiest way to tell if a gas station has gas is by the lines of cars waiting to get to the pump. So essentially we have gone from shopping around for the best price to just paying any price to have it.

This situation started a few days after Hurricane Ike hit the United States. We have been told that a fuel pipeline that supplies much of the southeast was shut down during the storm and the gas is flowing back to Charlotte at the rate of four miles an hour.

Industry experts are predicting that the problem should be resolved in about a week. I can honestly say that experiencing this brings new meaning to shopping on line for housing!

Is anyone else having this same issue??

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

What is Hangar Skate Park? It's in Denver, NC

2008-10-08T01:42:00.004-04:00

What’s Hangar Skate Park?

Denver, North Carolina has something new / something different / something good and that something is Hangar Skate Park! What’s that? Well it is the brain-child of 36 year-old student pastor Chris Sigmon (aka Siggy) of the 7X Youth Group at Denver Baptist Church here in Denver. It’s a Skate Park that reaches out to the young people to help clear up misconceptions about the kids who ride boards. It was created to offer a positive place where kids can skate and belong.

Tell me more . . . the park opened on June 21, at the former R-Anell Homes property (that Denver Baptist Church purchased about a year ago) the concept is jumping ramps on skateboards or BMX bikes then breaking for Bible study. Currently the skate park is outside and the ramps and benches are covered by a roof. The 10,000 to 15,000 square foot indoor park is expected to be complete by winter.

How Cool is That?!?!?!

Watch the YouTube clip!

If you want your children to come out and experience Hangar Skate Park here’s some more important details.

Tuesday’s 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday’s 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Cost - $3.00

Helmets are required and available for rental.
Kids 11 and under are required to wear full pads.
Average age is 14, but participants have ranged from 8 to 18 years old

Parents are required to sign a liability waiver.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

East Lincoln Book Club ~ Denver, NC

2008-10-08T01:35:00.004-04:00

East Lincoln Book Club

The third Wednesday of each month the East Lincoln Book Club meets at the Florence Soule Shanklin Memorial Library at 10:00 AM. The Library is located on Fairfield Forest Road here in Denver, North Carolina. Their first meeting will be Wednesday, September 17, 2008.

Here is the monthly book schedule for the club.

September
The Owl and the Moon Café by JoAnn Mapson

October
The Devil in the White City by Eric Larsen

November
The Other Boleyn Girl by Phillippa Gregory

December
The Other Boleyn Girl (viewing of the movie)

January
The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls

February
Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follet

March
A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini

April
Suite Francaise by Irene Nemirovsky

May
One Thousand White Women by Jim Fergus

Everyone is encourage to join this group and enjoy some great reading and great discussions.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Benefit BBQ for Charlene Travis ~ Denver, NC

2008-10-08T01:25:00.003-04:00

Benefit BBQ for Charlene Travis

Transplants from New Orleans 20 years ago, Herman and Charlene Travis decided to make Denver, North Carolina their home. Both generous beyond imagination are now finding themselves in need of help. Everyone here knows Herman, he’s always friendly; my husband has worked with him a few times in the past and he always takes time to say “Hello, how ya doing”.

Charlene is suffering from a disease called Sarcoidosis. The late football player Reggie White and comedian Bernie Mac suffered from the same disease. It is an inflammatory disease that affects the organs. It can cause the immune system to “overreact” damaging the body’s own tissues. This disease first showed up in Charlene’s lungs in October 1998. From there it has gone to her liver, but in the process she has difficulty swallowing and breathing, due to fluid building up in her diseased lungs because her liver is not functioning properly.

She has just been put on a nationwide transplant list. There is one procedure that she could have, to buy some more time, but if it is not successful then it would speed up her need for a transplant drastically and essentially she would be moved up to the top of the transplant list. Whether she has this procedure, their main goal is to help Charlene have a decent quality of life.

The Travis’ have insurance to help offset the costs of Charlene’s medicine, which is great, but there is still a difference and there are other living costs that are not covered. In an effort to help them a Benefit BBQ will be held this Saturday.

If you are not able to attend but would like to help please pray for Charlene and her family.

For monetary donations:

Mail to:

Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc.

ATTN: Teresa/Gail

PO Box 1101

Denver, NC 28037

Checks need to be made out to: Webbs Chapel United Methodist Church

If you live in the Denver area of Lake Norman, please come out in support.

I will probably be in my kitchen Thursday night baking some pound cakes for this event!

Benefit BBQ
When: Friday, September 12, 2008
Time: 11:00 AM – Until
Where: Denver Masonic Lodge on St. James Church Road
Cost: $8.00 per plate – includes pork, beans, slaw, bread, and dessert
Pre-Orders are available please contact the following:
Kevin Dellinger 704.913.0375
Gaynell Beacham 704.201.4910
Jeff Huffman 704.202.4076

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Operation Noah's Ark Still Needs Help ~ Denver, NC

2008-10-08T01:12:00.004-04:00

Update: I made a visit to the shelter today and I have some GOOD news! The good news is that all the cats will be placed in foster care homes by tomorrow. All Huskys' have been placed in approved foster care homes today. The shelter has more than enough food, litter, and bedding. They are hoping that the rest of the dogs will be placed in approved foster care homes by next week, if possible. They are still in need for volunteers to help out.

If you have an hour or two to spare please call Sharon at 703-851-3520.
Or you can always call me and I will relay the message.

Even after the animals are placed in foster care volunteers will be needed

to clean the facility.

The following is their current wish list:

Large Dog Crates
Medium Dog Crates
55 Gallon Trash Bags
33 Gallon Trash Bags
Kongs Various Sizes
Dog Toys - All Sizes
Laundry Detergent
Name Tags
Ear Cleaner

Operation ‘Noah’s Ark’ Still Needs Help

On August 26th, 393 animals ~ making up 17 different species, were rescued from a house here in Denver. This rescue took over ten hours, during which we were getting heavy bands of rain from the former hurricane Faye. I passed this place twice that day, while this rescue was taking place... what a bitter sweet sight. Just how does someone collect that many animals? How can anyone afford to feed that many?

You can only image the HUGE task of caring for all these animals; bathing, assessing, medicating, cleaning, walking, and feeding it all takes time, volunteers, and donations.

Our local Denver Baptist Church has recently purchased a 6 +/- acre track of land that included various buildings (the former R-Anell Company’s general office and manufacturing plant, which has moved to another part of the county) and it is here where the animals are being sheltered. As of last Tuesday it was reported that only a few have passed away, a few had to be taken to a vet hospital, and none have had to be “put to sleep” but this would be an option if it was deemed they were suffering.

Compact Animal Mobile Equipment Trailers (CAMETs) are being used at the Church shelter. CAMETs are stocked with all the necessities to set up an animal shelter; this is the first time for these to be used in North Carolina. All animals have been checked out by Dr. Kelly Farris, of the North Carolina State School of Veterinary School. Area vets are on the scene and are following the directions of Dr. Farris. Also, help teams have flown in from as far away as Colorado and Washington State to help in the efforts.

Since this is an ongoing criminal investigation it was first thought that authorities could not offer adoptions of these animals, due to legal issues. Now it sounds like they may have found a loop hole and will be able to start finding new homes for them soon.

Want to Help?

Volunteers
Volunteers are needed who have training in animal care. But walk-ins are accepted too. Morning and evening shirts are available. Sign up is at the temporary shelter which is the former R-Anell location at 3549 North Highway 16, Denver, NC; which is across the street from Denver Baptist Church and next to Rock Springs Elementary School (almost in downtown Denver). They have a working calendar to schedule volunteers for feeding, cleaning cages, and washing animals. They will also introduce the animals to leads so that they will be able to be taken out to exercise.

Needs
Clean towels and newspapers are needed. These can be dropped off at Denver Fire Department at 3956 North Highway 16, Denver, North Carolina. So far food has been donated by several PetSmart stores in our area. Due to the humid weather, with volunteers in and out of heat, they are asking for Gatorade and water as well.

Contributions
Monetary donations are desperately needed. Anyone can make a donation at any First Federal Savings Bank in Lincoln County; North Carolina.

My hat goes off to all the volunteers and contributors.

Please join me as I plan to go by this week and see what I can do to help and you can help too!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

The Amazing Maize Maze ~ Huntersville, North Carolina

2008-09-15T20:37:00.002-04:00

The Amazing Maize Maze ~ Huntersville, North Carolina

Are you ready to wander around a seven acre cornfield with approximately two and a half miles of pathways in a working cornfield? The Amazing Maize Maze at Rural Hill Farm in Huntersville, North Carolina is opening for their 7th season. The maze is an exciting adventure for families, friends, and groups to experience and explore. By working together you can explore the paths and solve the clues to make it through the maze.

Throughout the maze cool water is available and concessions are also available on site. The maze is designed to be navigated in 1-2 hours. Be sure to wear sunscreen and appropriate clothing , and shoes. Strollers and wagons are permitted. Handicap accessible restroom facilities are available.

Each season a theme is selected, one that represents the historical relevance of Rural Hill. This year's theme is the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights. Before you start your journey you will receive instructions from the First United States Congress regarding the rules and tools of this new frontier. James Madison is at the Victory Bridge (which you will pass over upon completion) to help travelers in need and at the maze tower, Thomas Jefferson is available to point you in the right direction. This year’s design of the maze offers symbols within such as spectacles, a quill pen, ink well, and the Constitution Scroll with “We the People” written on it.

Now go out and have some FUN .... see you in the MAZE!

September 11 - November 2, 2008
Thursday's, Friday's, Saturday's, Sunday's
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$10 ~ adults (18 and over)
$7 ~ students (15 to 17)
$6 ~ students (5-14)
free ~ children (4 and under)

Need a BIGGER challenge? Explore the maze with your flashlight ...evenings of fun in Rural Hill's Flashlight Maze!

September 19, October 10, & October 31
7:00 PM
$15 ~ adults
$10 ~ youth (5 to 17)

For directions and other information please visit their website.

Rural Hill
4431 Neck Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-875-3113

Image courtesy of Rural Hill.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Carolina Raptor Center ~ Huntersville, NC

2008-09-15T16:16:00.004-04:00

Carolina Raptor Center

We are truly blessed to have Carolina Raptor Center in our backyard in Huntersville right outside of Charlotte, NC. This center is incredible with its dedication to environmental education and the conservation of birds of prey through public education, the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors and research.

Their environmental education programs reach about 40,000 students each year.

Raptors are leading scientific indicators of a healthy environment.

If you find an injured raptor please call 704-875-6521 ext. 111

and leave a message for their Rescue team.

Here are the last events for the month of August.

Backyard Tails -- a free flight program!

August 30, 2008 - Noon and 2:00 PM

Feel the rush as a great horned owl flies inches from your head during Carolina Raptor Center's free flight program!! Be amazed by raptors in the air and trees during Backyard Tails. Come early to get a space, as seats for this program are limited. This program is free with regular admission.

Weathering Program: Habitat, where are they at?

August 30, 2008 - 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM

August 31, 2008 – 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM

Raptors live in trees, on cliffs, in bird houses, in hollowed out trees, and even on the ground. Find out where raptors live, how long they stay there and if they like roommates! Free with regular admission.

Carolina Raptor Center

6000 Sample Road

Huntersville, NC 28078

704-875-6521

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Request My Free Relocation Kit ~ Don't Move To Lake Norman Without It!

2008-09-15T16:11:00.003-04:00

Request My Free Relocation Kit.

Don't Move To Lake Norman Without It!

Moving your family to another town or state is a major event in your life! Helping people to achieve their dream of moving to our area is a priority that I commit myself to accomplishing.

If you anticipate moving to the Lake Norman area, we can correspond by email and phone. Together, we'll determine what type of home, price range, and neighborhoods you are interested in. I will send you details and photos of every home or property that is currently available that matches your criteria.

When you visit, we’ll be ready! We will visit the Lake Norman homes and areas that interest you the most.

In the meantime I will drop a free relocation kit in the mail to you for you and your family to be able to get acquainted with our area. The kit is filled with area information that may assist you with your decision.

Remember: As a specialist in Lake Norman homes, it's my job to know this segment of the market inside and out, and I want to make your transition as smooth as possible.

My gift to you…

Thinking of buying a home at Lake Norman? Let me help you. Just visit my website and complete the newcomers form and email it to me. Also, while here you can search our MLS. If you email me your completed form I will reimburse $100.00 per night for a total of $200.00 at closing. This offer is only valid upon an actual closing with me as your buying agent. To qualify you must fill-out the form below and reference this offer at our first meeting. Not valid with other relocation offers.

Corporate Relocation

If your company is relocating to the Lake Norman or Charlotte area and are planning on moving employees too, please contact me to discuss your needs. I feel sure that you will be impressed with the level of service you will receive.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Kudo's To Lowes' . . . Going GREENER

2008-09-15T15:59:00.004-04:00

Kudo’s To Lowes’ . . . Going GREENER

Okay, I’m excited! Most will think I have totally flipped to be excited about this, but I am. This weekend I was in Lowes Home Improvement and saw that they are trying to go GREENER. They now offer reusable shopping bags and they are quality ones at that.

Lowes originally was started in North Wilkesboro, NC but has since moved to Mooresville, NC. It is really nice to see companies seeing the importance of trying to get away from the use of plastic shopping bags.

Seeing turtles dying from mistakenly eating plastic bags is all it took for me. Since then 95% of the time we take our own reusable shopping bags when we shop. The other 5% we mistakenly forget them and either purchase more bags or carry the items out to the car.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Links For Pink

2008-09-15T15:42:00.003-04:00

Links For Pink

Benefit Golf Tournament

Dust off that bag and get out and practice! A benefit to raise breast cancer awareness is around the corner. Enjoy a morning of golf, prizes, and lunch at the Westport Golf Course in Denver. Westport is a beautiful public course at Lake Norman. All proceeds will benefit the fight against breast cancer.

Westport Golf Course
7494 Golf Course Drive South
Denver, NC
October 10, 2008

8:00 AM ~ Sign-In
9:00 AM ~ Shotgun Start

$65.00 Per Player Includes Lunch, Prizes, and Games

* * A Chance to Win a 2009 Jaguar * *

Register with Melissa Smith
(704)577-4153
msmith717@hotmail.com
Registration Deadline October 3, 2008

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Latta Plantation Open Golf Tournament ~ Help Restore Some History!

2008-09-15T15:25:00.006-04:00

Help raise the roof on Mecklenburg's two oldest log cabins!

Dust off that bag and get out and practice! A benefit to help restore two of Mecklenburg County's oldest log cabins is around the corner. Enjoy an afternoon of golf, prizes, and a steak dinner at The Point Lake and Golf Club in Mooresville. Designed by Greg Norman, with 13 of 18 holes on the water, The Point is a beautiful private course on Lake Norman. All proceeds will benefit Historic Latta Plantation's Capital Campaign to Preserve a Piece of Mecklenburg's Past. Latta Plantation has a rich past dating back to the 18th century. Once was a cotton plantation now is a living history farm.

September 29, 2008

Sponsorships

Presenting Sponsor - $2,500

Title Sponsor - $1,000

Tee Sponsorships:

Gold Tee - $600
Silver Tee - $400
Bronze Tee - $200

Visit Latta Plantation for sponsorship benefits!

Player Registration
Individual: $175
Foursome: $150 each
Captain's Choice Format
Shotgun Start at 11:30 AM
Registration includes: green fees, cart fees, range balls, steak dinner, and prizes!

Registration form and payment due by Friday, September 12, 2008

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

THERE'S A NEW KID ON THE BLOCK ~ DAVESTE VINEYARDS

2008-09-15T15:15:00.005-04:00

THERE'S A NEW KID ON THE BLOCK ~ DAVESTE VINEYARDS

North Carolina has seen a lot of winery's pop-up in the past few years and we have a new one on our block! The very first winery in Iredell County is set to open, to the public, in late August. Daveste Vineyards, located in Troutman, is owned by Dave and Ester DeFehr. The 52 acre setting includes rolling hills, a pond with a waterfall, hiking trails, and picnic area. The winery will also include a tasting room and art gallery.

Planted in 2005, the vineyard includes malbec, merlot, chambourcin, cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, rkatsiteli, and chouchillon grapes. For more information please visit their website ~ Daveste Vineyards..

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

YOUR GUIDE TO THE 2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR, HERE IN DENVER, NC

2008-09-15T14:46:00.011-04:00

YOUR GUIDE TO THE 2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR, HERE IN DENVER, NC

Yep, it’s coming quickly. What’s coming quickly? The first day of the 2008-2009 school year for Denver, North Carolina and all of Lincoln County. So if you are new, old, or just thinking of relocating to our area and have a school aged child/children this blog is for you! Bookmark it, copy it, and/or save it, this contains everything you need to know about our school system ~ all at your fingertips!

Oh, just incase you are wondering,

MONDAY, AUGUST 25th is the FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!!

Lincoln County Schools

PO Box 400

Lincolnton, NC 28093

(704)732-2261

First off you will need to know what school your child or children will be going to. There is a website to find that out; LINCOLN COUNTY SCHOOLS. All you have to do is enter your address and it will tell you what school(s) from K to 12, how cool is that?

After that you probably want to read about the assigned school(s) so here is a list of the Lincoln County Schools:

Elementary:

Intermediate:

Middle:

High:

With the price of gasoline my child/children will have to ride the bus, but which one? Well you can find that out here too. After you find the school then that school webpage will allow you to search the buses that are assigned to that school.

Thinking that you would like to see what the school calendar looks like, so you can make some plans for a mini vacation? Well that’s here too; SCHOOL CALENDAR!

What are the childen eating? The SCHOOL MENU has it all listed out!

Open Houses, oh yes we have those too; OPEN HOUSE DATES! Plus, we have LATINO PARENT NIGHT to make sure everyone is informed!

Are you in need of Forms? You will find Transfer, Student Health, and Insurance FORMS here.

I guess you are wondering what the test scores look like for this past year, well here they are too; 2008 PRELIMINARY ADEQUATE YEARLY PROGRESS RELEASED!

The 2007-2008 NC School Report Cards are not posted at the present time but you can take a peek at the 2006-2007 NC SCHOOL REPORT CARDS, which may give you some idea.

Hopefully, you have or will find this information helpful. For more information about the Denver area please visit: LAKE NORMAN HOMES BLOG and WHAT’S THE FUSS? IT’S ONLY A LAKE!

Thanks for visiting!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Waterfront Restaurants on Lake Norman

2008-09-15T14:09:00.004-04:00

Waterfront Restaurants on Lake Norman

Enjoy a day on the lake and have lunch or dinner at one of these thirteen lake front restaurants. Whether its hot dogs or hamburgers, meatloaf or pork roast, spaghetti or oysters your craving these restaurants will have you covered. Heck if you start early enough you can catch breakfast at Midway! So you have no reason not to be on the Lake, Lake Norman that is....

Mooresville:

B.J. Ducks, Queen's Landing, 1459 River Highway, Mooresville, NC, (704)663-2628, Near marker 17 - south of NC 150 bridge

Dockside Deli, 169 Pinnacle Lane, Mooresville, NC, (704)663-5252, Near marker 17A - north of NC 150 bridge
Exit 36 Grill, 167 Pinnacle Lane, Mooresville, NC, (704)799-6210, Near marker 17A - north of NC 150 bridge
Moe's, 155 Pinnacle Lane, Mooresville, NC, (704)662-6623, Near marker 17A - north of NC 150 bridge
Vinnie's Sardine Grill & Raw Bar, 643 Williamson Road, Mooresville, NC, (704)799-2090, Northeast of marker D11
Wise Guy's, 637 Williamson Road, Mooresville, NC, (704)660-9517, Northeast of marker D11

Huntersville:

Dockside Cafe, Blythe Landing, 15901 NC 73, Huntersville, NC, (704)876-9555, Near marker R4

Catawba:

J.B. Frogs, Bill's Marina, Hudson Chapel Road, Catawba, NC, (828)241-3438, Near marker 25 - north

Denver:

The Landing, Lake Norman Motel, Restaurant & Marina, 4491 Slanting Bridge Road, Denver, NC, (828)478-5944, Near marker M4

Terrell:

Midway Marina, 8693 NC 150, Terrell, NC, (828)478-2333, Near markers 17 and 17A

Cornelius:

Midtown Sundries, 18665 Harborside Drive, Cornelius, NC, (704)896-9013, Near marker R5
Rusty Rudder, 20210 Henderson Road, Cornelius, NC, (704)892-9195, Near marker D6

Davidson:

North Harbor Club, 100 North Harbor Place, Davidson, NC, (704)896-5559, Near marker T4

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Eastwind Cove in Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

2008-09-14T02:45:00.006-04:00

Eastwind Cove

Eastwind CovePurchase a lot and bring your builder. Home plans are subject to architectural review. Eastwind Cove is one of the new neighborhoods in the Lake Norman area right off of Webbs Road in Denver, NC.It is a family-oriented neighborhood, which includes a swimming pool, play ground, and of course the lake! Eastwind Cove offers wooded home sites, waterfront, and water view, county water and sewer, curb and gutter, and boat storage. Basement lots are available.

Other pertain information:

Price Range of houses: $370's to almost $1 Million (for waterfront)
Lot Size Range: .45 Acres to over 1 Acre
Square Footage Range: 2,800 to 6,000
Home Styles: Traditional, French Provincial
Schools: Rock Springs/North Lincoln

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

My Backyard is Growing Again ~ Chesterbrook Academy is OPEN!

2008-09-14T02:30:00.007-04:00

My Backyard is Growing Again ~ Chesterbrook Academy is OPEN!

We are growing again here in Denver, NC at Lake Norman. Yes, I understand that you may have a Chesterbrook Academy in your backyard but this is the first for our backyard! In 1985, when I moved to the area there was only one daycare (that was open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM for infants to pre-k) for children in Denver and that was Our Gang Day Care. If you were a full-time working mother working eight hours a day and you didn't get a spot at Our Gang, you would have had to creatively find a place for your child or children. Mind you that this was a time before employers offered daycare for their employees; i.e: Bank of America and Wachovia. But as the years have pasted Ms. Ems was added, then Mini Academy Day Care, and others.

Chesterbrook offers care for infant to Pre-K2. They are currently accepting enrollment for the 2008/2009 school year. Open House is August 9th from 10:00 Am to 1:00 PM. For more information please check their website out Denver's Chesterbrook Academy.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

6211 Burnhurst Lane, Denver, NC 28037

2008-09-14T02:21:00.003-04:00

Welcome to: 6211 Burnhurst Lane, Denver, NC 28037

$72,000.
.46 Acre
1080 Square Feet Heated
MLS# 784974
3BR/2BA
Rural area within minutes to Lake Norman.
Vinyl double-wide with brick under pending.
Open living room separating master bedroom and second and third bedrooms, making this a transitional style home.
The master bedroom features a large walk-in closet .
The master bath features his and her vanity.
Private wooded backyard.
Rock Springs/North Lincoln Schools.
Perfect for someone that is tired of renting and/or someone wanting to be close to the lake…. Lake Norman that is!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

6147 Burnhurst Lane, Denver, NC 28037

2008-09-14T02:08:00.006-04:00

Welcome to: 6147 Burnhurst Lane, Denver, NC 28037

$79,000.
.484 Acre
1512 Square Feet Heated
MLS# 774716
Home Warranty Included

Rural area within minutes to Lake Norman.
Occupied by the original owner.
The kitchen features a large bright open kitchen with flat top self-cleaning range, new refrigerator, lots of cabinet and counter space, breakfast bar, and skylight.
The den features a wood burning fireplace with blower, ceramic hearth, and built-in shelving.
The master suite features a large walk-in closet and spacious master bath with dual sinks and dressing area.
Private backyard with wired storage building/shop.
Rock Springs/North Lincoln Schools.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Lincoln County (NC) 2008-2009 School Calendar

2008-09-14T01:19:00.005-04:00

Anyone interested in finding out what Lincoln County's 2008-2009 School Calendar looks like well here it is. This is Lincoln County in North Carolina. Lincoln County includes Denver, Lincolnton, Iron Station, Boger City, and some parts of Stanley and Maiden.

Also, last summer in 2007, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction passed a policy mandating all Local Education Agencies to become 100% tobacco free by July 1, 2008. To comply with this, the Lincoln County Board of Education adopted a policy that prohibits the use of tobacco products by staff members and/or visitors on school property at any time. This also includes non-school hours. YEA!!

Lincoln County Schools
PO Box 400
2008 - 2009
Lincolnton, NC 28093

School Calendar

(704)732-2261

http://www.lincoln.k12.nc.us/

18-Aug
Optional Workday

19-22 Aug
Mandatory Teacher Workday

25-Aug

First Day of School

1-Sept

Labor Day/No School

29-Sept

Interim Reports Sent Home

27-Oct

Optional Workday

3-Nov

Report Cards Sent Home

4-Nov

Optional Workday

11-Nov

Veteran's Day/No School

26-Nov

Optional Workday

27-Nov

Thanksgiving/No School

28-Nov

Thanksgiving/No School

8-Dec
Interim Reports Issued

Dec 22-Jan 2

Christmas/No School

5-Jan

School Reopens

19-Jan

MLK-Birthday/No School

22-Jan

Mandatory Teacher Workday

23-Jan

Optional Workday

2-Feb

Report Cards Sent Home

16-Feb

Optional Workday

2-Mar

Interim Report Cards Issued

30-Mar

Optional Workday

6-Apr

Report Cards Sent Home

13-17 Apr

Spring Break/No School

11-May
Interim Reports Issued
25-May
Memorial Day/No School

10-Jun
Student's Last Day of School
13-Jun
Graduation

Graduation may be moved to a later date to
allow more flexibility for make-up.

No School for Students on Optional and

Mandatory Teacher work days.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Denver (LAKE NORMAN) ~ Lincoln County Property Tax/Fire District Tax/Sewer Tax

2008-09-14T01:08:00.005-04:00

This year was the year that Lincoln County did property revaluations. Yes, most people have seen a HUGE increase and few have seen little or none. Due to the increase Lincoln County Commissioners have set the new tax rate at .57 per $100 valuation; which is four cents less. Commissioners had hoped to set the rate at .50 per $100, but in May voters approved a $44 million school bond referendum and rejected a quarter cent sales tax increase to fund it.
Commissioners approved changes in the local fire district taxes, too. East Lincoln and Denver property owners should check with their insurance companies for possible rate reductions due to improved fire service ratings.
Even though East Lincoln Sewer District is currently tapped out people in this district will see a reduction in their tax rate to two cents per $100 valuation.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

SailView in Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

2008-07-21T21:05:00.001-04:00

SailView

SailView is charming and the place to be if you crave social interaction. It is a family-oriented type neighborhood with all the amenities, which include Olympic-sized swimming pool, club house, tennis, play grounds, walking trails, volley ball area, picnic areas with a fireplace for cookouts, and of course the lake! This upscale Crescent community, in the Lake Norman area is located at the end of Webbs Road in Denver, NC. SailView is the first community of its kind on Lake Norman's Denver side. This community has an active homeowner's association, Ladies Club, and seasonal activities for the children. Each summer SailView sponsors a swim team and hosts swim meets at its pool.

SailView also offers wooded home sites, waterfront and water view, county water and sewer, curb and gutter, and some boat slips. Home plans are subject to architectural review and builder has to be approved. Today there are still a few lots available but most are owned by private individuals who have purchased them for investment or personal use.

Other pertain information:
Price Range: $400's to almost $2 Million
Lot Size Range: .45 Acres to 1.25 Acres
Square Footage Range: 2,800 to 6,000
Home Styles: Traditional, French Provincial, Old World, Mediterranean
Schools: Rock Springs/North Lincoln

If you are interested in any more information about SailView please call me anytime.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit http://www.teresamharris.com/ for your relocation and/or your local needs.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Copyright © 2008 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*SailView in Denver, NC (Lake Norman)*

Cowans Ford in Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

2008-07-21T20:08:00.002-04:00

Cowans Ford

Cowans Ford is magnificent. This upscale community, in the Lake Norman area, is located off of Club Road in Denver, NC, in Lincoln County; but the address is Stanley, NC. This luxury waterfront and golf community on Lake Norman was originally just a private country club for some of the elite Duke Power Company employees.

Approximately, twenty years ago the country club went through a huge transformation, whereby a new pool and clubhouse was erected across the street to free up the land on the lake to be developed for homes. At the same time other land owned by, Cowans Ford, was being sold off as golf course lots with first priority given to the current members. This began on the street known as St. Andrews. Today there are still a few lots available but most are owned by private individuals who have purchased them for investment or personal use. Cowans Ford offers waterfront and water view, golf course and golf view, county water and sewer, and curb and gutter, and street lights. Home plans are subject to architectural review.

This beautiful country club setting offers a lot. Besides the 18-hole championship golf course, residents can enjoy an Olympic-size swimming pool, and four lighted tennis courts. Each summer Cowans Ford sponsors a swim team and hosts swim meets at its pool. Prior to the addition to SailView and then Verdict Ridge, Cowans Ford had the only swim team in Denver. Today they also offer water aerobics, tennis clinics, swimming lessons, and golf lessons to members and non-members alike.

The newly renovated clubhouse is one of the latest major modifications that have taken place at Cowans Ford. It is furnished with a widescreen TV, lounge and bar, kitchen, locker rooms, and a pro shop. It's a place where neighbors can gather and enjoy social activities. There are usually scheduled monthly events for members. Club memberships are currently available. If you would like membership information please contact me. Being a resident does not require you to be a member of the club.

Other pertain information:
Price Range: $400's to $2.5 Million
Lot Size Range: .40 Acres and up
Square Footage Range: 2,500 to 6,000
Home Styles: Traditional, French Provincial, Old World, Mediterranean
Schools: Catawba Springs/East Lincoln

If you are interested in any more information about Cowans Ford please call me anytime.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit http://www.teresamharris.com/ for your relocation and/or your local needs.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

YES! THERE IS A DENVER, NC 28037, SINCE 1877

2008-07-21T20:02:00.001-04:00

YES! THERE IS A DENVER, NC 28037, SINCE 1877

Prior to getting back into real estate I was a business owner here in Denver, North Carolina. During that time while working with various vendors it was almost daily that I would hear, "There's a Denver, NC? I didn't know that." I would even hear this from other people throughout our state. So this blog is for the ones that never heard of Denver, NC and for people that would like to know more about Denver, NC, so sit back with your cappuccino and enjoy!

The easiest way to remember Denver's location is that it is approximately 20-25 miles northwest of Charlotte; the queen city of North Carolina. Denver is also one of the towns that share the area called Lake Norman; Lake Norman is on the Catawba River and it is the largest lake in North Carolina. Denver is located in Lincoln County which is sandwich between Gaston and Catawba Counties with Mecklenburg County to the east. For those that are interested in geography Denver is at latitude 35°31'52" north and longitude 81°01'47" west. The elevation is 902 feet above sea level.

The Past:
The Denver area was settled in 1770 and was formerly known as "Dry Pond," which derived its name from a small pond which once stood at what is now the corner of Highway 16 and Campground Road, it is the site of the local Bank of America branch. During the summer the pond would dry up due to the heat. In 1873, D. Matt Thompson, headmaster of the local Rock Springs Academy (now known as Rock Springs Elementary School), led the effort to have Dry Pond renamed for the rapidly growing Colorado capital, in an attempt to attract a railroad, because rail service held the promise of opportunity, prosperity, and wealth. Efforts to get the railroad failed but in 1877, the town of Denver was officially incorporated in the state of North Carolina.

The Present:
The continuous growth of Charlotte has fueled tremendous development of the areas surrounding Lake Norman including the Denver area. The area has become a very popular recreation spot, attracting thousands of visitors every year for fishing, swimming, and boating. The Denver area has seen tremendous growth in the past 10 to 15 years. People see the charm of the other side of the lake in particular, Denver. New homes and businesses are suddenly popping up throughout the area.

In recent years we have seen a lot of people relocating here from California, New York, and Ohio. We are also seeing more retired people deciding to relocate here too; sighting that we have a change of seasons. We are reaping the benefits of these transplants because they are the ones that are bring their businesses with them and/or opening up new ones, due to them longing for what they miss.

Along with this we are so blessed to have a great school system. The Denver schools rank some of the highest test scores in the county. It's nothing for principles to receive daily calls from teachers wanting a chance to teach at one of the schools in the system.

What about real estate? Well the area offers a wide variety. The average is around $200,000. the range is $100,000's to several millions (luxury real estate, especially around the lake).

The Future:
Our area has been pretty resilient when considering many other places over the United States. When most markets were bottoming out we continued our continuous growth. For the past year we have seen some changes, what we call market adjustments. Yes, we are currently in a "buyer's market" but from what I have been told don't bank on this to continue. Essentially, we were the last to experience the downturn but we are expected to be one of the first to recover. There's no better time to invest in real estate....

Thanks for stopping by, if you are interested in more information about Denver, NC (Lake Norman)? Please visit: http://www.lakenormanhomesblog.com/ .

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Denver (Lake Norman) ~ Oh! What Growth...

2008-07-21T19:47:00.001-04:00

Prior to getting married my husband and I discussed where we were going to make our home; the year was 1984. We came to the conclusion that Denver (Lake Norman) would be the best area to begin. We began here and have stayed here and can't think of anywhere else we would like to be.

In the beginning though, I was really concerned that I wouldn't be able to adapt. Prior to this I lived in the "BIG" city Charlotte and loved it. Loved the closeness to everything from SouthPark to Harris Teeter, from movies to bowling alleys, from Carowinds to the coliseum and let's not forget Douglas International Airport. Everything at your fingertips!! And did I mention that I worked in Uptown Charlotte?

Denver in 1984 was so different than it is today. Denver only had three neighborhoods: Westport, Country Valley, and Forest Oaks. The closest large grocery store was the Food Lion in Huntersville. Hardies was our only fast food chain. The only bank was NCNB now known as Bank of America. The intersection at Highway 73 and Highway 16 was a stop sign and all corners were wooded. We had one vet, one dentist, one eye doctor, a few medical doctors, and one Denver Pharmacy. We had no public sewer system everyone had septic systems. Our two fire departments (East Lincoln and Denver) were voluntary. We had one elementary school, one junior high (middle school), and one high school.

Today we have a vast amount of neighborhoods: Willow Farms, Maple Leaf, Rock Springs, Deer Track, West Bay, SailView, Austin Shores, Ashley Cove, Verdict Ridge, Cowans Ford, Prospect Hills, Forest Hills, Stillwater, Webbs Chapel Cove, Governors Island, Governors Landing, Cameron Woods, The Ranches at Beth Haven, Catawba Springs, Forest Ridge, etc., etc., and the list goes on and continues to grow.... We now have three Food Lions, one Harris Teeter, and a new super Wal-Mart to do our grocery shopping. We now have several banks in the area, most all are the major banks, all with the exception of Wachovia (there is a Wachovia ATM) though.. The intersection of Highway 73 and Highway 16 is known as Waterside Crossing. We now have three vets, several dentist, medical doctors, and pharmacies. About ten years ago a public sewer system was put in place but as of now we are tapped out due to the rapid growth. The amount of schools in our area has grown. We now have four elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools.

If you or if you know of someone that is interested in moving to our area, please contact me. Having lived in this area for the past 24+ years I feel that I would be a real asset in your search for housing in the Denver (Lake Norman) area. I have a great relocation kit that I would like send you. If interested please go to: http://www.teresamharris.com , go to RELO KIT where you can order one free of charge!! Also, I have free gift offer that you should read too!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit http://www.teresamharris.com/ for your relocation and/or your local needs.

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Copyright © 2008 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*Denver (Lake Norman) ~ Oh! What Growth . . .*

Webbs Chapel Cove in Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

2008-07-21T19:35:00.001-04:00

Webbs Chapel Cove

Webbs Chapel Cove offers privacy and seclusion. This upscale gated community, in the Lake Norman area is located off Webbs Road in Denver, NC. It is a 150 acre luxury custom home waterfront community on Lake Norman. It offers 50 premier wooded home sites, waterfront and water view, county water and sewer, and curb and gutter. Home plans are subject to architectural review.

Other pertain information:
Price Range: $800's to $2.5 Million
Lot Size Range: 0.9 to 3.5 Acres
Square Footage Range: 3,800 to 7,000
Home Styles: French Provincial, Traditional, Victorian, and Old World
Schools: Rock Springs/North Lincoln

If you are interested in any more information about Webbs Chapel Cove's please call me anytime.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Norman Pointe in Denver, NC (Lake Norman)

2008-07-21T19:18:00.001-04:00

Norman Pointe

Norman Pointe is breathtaking. This upscale community, in the Lake Norman area, is located off the popular Webbs Road in Denver, NC. It is a 58 acre luxury custom home waterfront community on Lake Norman. It offers 78 premier wooded home sites, waterfront and water view, county water and sewer, curb and gutter, and secured boat storage. Home plans are subject to architectural review.

Other pertain information:

Price Range: $600's to $2.5 Million
Lot Size Range: 0.5 to 0.8 Acres
Square Footage Range: 3,000 to 8,500
Home Styles: French Provincial, Traditional, and Old World
Schools: Rock Springs/North Lincoln

If you are interested in any more information about Norman Pointe please call me anytime.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Lake Norman Boating ~ Public Lake Access Areas & Lakeside Parks Offers Boat Launches

2008-07-21T17:00:00.002-04:00

So you are planning your first house hunting trip to the Lake Norman area. One item on your wish list is finding a house close to a place that you can put your boat into the lake. So just where can you do that at? Although Lake Norman's shoreline has been given over to commercial and residential development, there are a number of "Lake Access Areas" and "Lakeside Parks" where the public can launch boats.

Lake Access Areas:
•1) Beatties Ford, Unity Church Road, Denver, NC
•2) Blythe Landing, NC 73, Cornelius, NC
•3) Hagar Creek, Kemp Road, Mooresville, NC
•4) Lake Norman State Park, State Park Road, I-77 at Exit 42, Troutman, NC
•5) Little Creek, Webbs Chapel Road, Denver, NC
•6) Long Island, Long Island Road, Catawba, NC
•7) McCrary Creek, NC 150, Mooresville, NC
•8) Pinnacle, NC 150, Mooresville, NC
•9) Ramsey Creek, Nantz Road, Cornelius, NC
•10) Stumpy Creek, Perth Road, Mooresville, NC

Lakeside Parks:
•1) Lake Norman State Park, State Park Road, Troutman, NC
•2) Stumpy Creek Park, Perth Road, Mooresville, NC
•3) Ramsey Creek Park, Nantz Road, Cornelius, NC
•4) Jetton Park, Jetton Road, Cornelius, NC
•5) Blythe Landing County Park, NC 73, Cornelius, NC
•6) Mountain Island Lake Park, Cowans Ford Waterfowl Refuge, Huntersville, NC

~ My personal favorite is Blythe Landing County Park; it offers a super nice playground and sand volleyball including all the other usual park amenities.
~ Lake Norman State Park is the only public swim beach on Lake Norman.

Note: Lake Norman State Park is the former Duke Power State Park.

P.S.: And don't forget to call me; I like showing people the place I call home!!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

It's About Boating on Lake Norman ~ Safely

2008-07-21T16:57:00.002-04:00

It's About Boating on Lake Norman ~ Safely:

Lake Norman is the largest lake in North Carolina and probably one of the busiest; along with this three area organizations, within the area, are still offering classes to acquaint boaters with rules of the water. In addition, 14 and 15 year-olds cannot operate a personal watercraft alone in North Carolina unless they have successfully completed an approved boating safety education course. Below are a few places offering boat safety classes and the locations.

•1) Power Squadron
The Lake Norman Sail and Power Squadron are offering ABC Safe Boating classes. Courses are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; $35.00 fee and lunch is included. For more information and to register, please contact Clyde Starr at (704)947-2729 or visit www.usps.org/localusps/lakenorman .
July 12 - Lake Norman VFD; Brawley School Road, Mooresville, NC
September 6 - Denver United Methodist Church; 3910 N NC 16, Denver, NC

•2) Coast Guard Auxiliary
Members of Coast Guard Auxiliary flotillas 17-6 and 17-8 offering classes in our area. Courses are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM; $45.00 fee. Teen students must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, please contact (704)663-3333 or (704)663-5733 or e-mail: classes@cgadavidson.org .
July 19 - King's Point Marina; 17939 Kings Point Drive, Cornelius, NC
Coast Guard Auxiliary also offers classes in navigation, GPS, communications, safety drills and nomenclature.

•3) Lighthouse Marine Service
Most classes through Lighthouse Marine Service, a nonprofit service, are taught by Coast Guard licensed captains. Boating safety classes are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For more information, please contact (704)587-0325, e-mail uscgc17@bellsouth.net, or visit http://www.lmservice.org/.

July 12 - Peninsula Yacht Club; 18501 Harbor Light Blvd., Cornelius, NC
August 2 - King's Point Marina; 17939 Kings Point Drive, Cornelius, NC
September 6 - Gander Mountain; Norman Station, Mooresville, NC
October 4 - King's Point Marina; 17939 Kings Point Drive, Cornelius, NC
Lighthouse Marine Service also offers specially classes:
July 10 - "About Lake Norman"; Gander Mountain; Norman Station, Mooresville, NC; 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM or 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
September 11 - "Lake Norman GPS/Fish Finder"; Gander Mountain; Norman Station, Mooresville, NC; 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM or 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

NOW GO OUT AND HAVE SOME "SAFE" FUN ON LAKE NORMAN. BE SAFE!

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

DENVER is CLOSE TO SEEING ~ SALLY'S YMCA ~ (LAKE NORMAN, NC)

2008-07-21T13:59:00.002-04:00

Denver is getting a YMCA ~ Sally's Y

Denver is in the process of getting a YMCA! It is something that I have heard since they finished the Lincolnton YMCA several years ago; even with the rapid growth in the Denver area there wasn't an urgency until David and Jo Clark got involved.

On April 4, 2004, their only daughter Sally McKenzie Clark and her cousin Anna Grace Jordan were tragically killed in a car accident by a drunk driver. Both girls were only 19 at the time, with a lifetime of plans and dreams ahead of them.

After Sally's death, her family and friends decided to create a lasting memorial in her honor. They wanted to not only remember her life, but they also wanted to celebrate what she loved. With Sally's love of God and passion for sports and the outdoors Sally's parents came up with the idea to build a YMCA in her name. Included will be a Chapel in Anna Grace Jordan's name. Jo Clark and other members of Grace's family have contributed the money for the memorial.

With this David and Jo Clark have donated about 50 acres off of Optimist Club Road at the new four-lane Highway 16; said to be worth around $1,000,000 for the proposed site. Along with this they are donating their share of the wrongful-death lawsuit settlement estimated at $283,000. YMCA supporters have already raised close to $6 million of the $7 million they need to raise before construction on the building can begin.

The next scheduled fundraiser for Sally's Y. Will be a dinner theater; the event is the play "Chicago" which will be presented by Grant Ewing and the Verdict Ridge Backyard Players.

The Dates: September 19 - 20, 2008
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Verdict Ridge, Denver, NC
Event Cost: TBD
Contact Info: (704) 489-6881

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Lake Norman (NC) Single Family Solds/DOM/Average Sales Price 2006-June 30, 2008

2008-07-21T13:51:00.003-04:00

This real estate information is for all of Lake Norman and it includes housing in several counties including: Mecklenburg, Lincoln, Catawba, and Iredell. These are waterfront homes and off water homes that are in close proximity to Lake Norman. Towns include: Denver, Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, Mooresville, Terrell, Sherrills Ford, Stanley, Troutman, and Catawba.

If you are in need of more information please contact me anytime.

Source used for data information CMLS.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com

Lincoln County (NC) Single Family Solds/DOM/Average Sales Price 2006-June 30. 2008

2008-07-21T13:11:00.002-04:00

Lincoln County (North Carolina) includes the towns of: Lincolnton, Iron Station, Boger City, Crouse, Vale, some of Maiden, Stanley, and Denver. This does not include Stanley and Denver that is on Lake Norman or in close proximity of Lake Norman (Lake Norman has it's own).

If you are in need of more information please contact me anytime.

Source used for data information CMLS.

Teresa in Denver

About the author:

Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com