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Long Island's Hidden Gems for Last-Minute Holiday Shopping
When buying last-minute holiday gifts, you could brave department store crowds. Or you could shop locally, connect with your community, and find unique, meaningful gifts. Our real estate agents know all the hidden gems for holiday shopping on Long Island. Here are our favorites.
The August Tree - Flushing, NY
Queens Museum New York City Building, Flushing, NY 11368
At the Queens Museum, near Flushing homes for sale, you'll find The August Tree.
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Celebrate the Holidays Around Long Island
One of the best ways to get to know a community is through its events and festivals—especially around the holidays. It lets you connect with neighbors and have fun with your family. Here are some of the best events our real estate agents are most looking forward to around Long Island.
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Ways to Support Local Families This Holiday Season
With the holidays approaching, it's the perfect time to reach out and help families in need across Long Island. Many nonprofits have projects that provide toys, books, food, and more to the community, and there are many ways you can help.
Our real estate agents suggest reaching out to the following organizations to help support local Long Island families during the holidays.
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Cheers to Home & Hops: Celebrating National American Beer Day in Nassau County
Hey there, future or current Nassau County neighbor! I'm James (your go-to real-estate agent,—and yes, amateur beer appreciator). Did you know that October 27 is National American Beer Day? That means it's time to raise a glass—not just to craft brews, but to why moving to Nassau County might just be a perfect pour for your next chapter.
A Quick Sip of History
This isn't just "let's grab a beer because why not"—there's heritage behind it. The holiday celebrates America's brewing roots, from early beer-makers to some of our oldest producing breweries. And if you like layering in wisdom at your dinner table, consider this: beer as a recorded beverage goes back to ancient agriculture, long before houses, roads and "open concept kitchen" became real est...
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National Black Poetry Day: Celebrating Long Island's Literary Legacy
National Black Poetry Day: Celebrating Long Island's Literary Legacy
Every October 17th, the nation celebrates National Black Poetry Day, a time to honor the brilliance, resilience, and artistry of Black poets who have shaped American literature. The date marks the birthday of Jupiter Hammon—born in 1711 in Lloyd Harbor, Long Island—recognized as the first published Black poet in America. His work laid the foundation for centuries of poetic voices that followed, from Phillis Wheatley to Langston Hughes to today's powerful spoken-word performers.
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