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November 2023

Out and About With Scout and Archie

Happy Holidays!

"Tis the season" to not only look back and reflect but to count our blessings and to give to those who need a bit of help and kindness.

I am so humbled and grateful for all of my amazing clients, friends and neighbors who have put their trust in me to help them with their real estate needs in 2023. Your referrals and listings have given me so much purpose and joy - thank you, thank you, thank you.

As I choose my charities to honor this year, I hope you will take a few minutes yourself to give back in anyway you can - helping a neighbor, a donation to a favorite charity and/or being there for someone going through a hard time.

May your holidays be filled with full bellies, kindness and song! Happy Holidays!

A few of my favorite charities:

Cycle for Survival

SATO Project

Meals on Wheels (they were so great to my grandparents)

St. Judes

Ali Forney Center

Neighborhood Buzz

Best Christmas Markets in NYC

The best holiday markets are right here in NYC—full of both the holiday spirit and the most unique gifts out there. While fancy Christmas window displays may entice you, NYC's holiday markets often include ice skating, twinkling lights, great food vendors, and fun holiday activities. Shopping for the perfect gift doesn’t have to be stressful, make it fun at these holiday markets, from the Urbanspace Union Square Holiday Market to the Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park and more.

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Best Christmas Things To Do In

NYC This Holiday Season

Only with Queen Mariah’s blessing do we begin celebrating the holidays. In preparation, we’ve gathered the best things to do for Christmas and the holidays in NYC. From uptown to downtown, the city boasts holiday offerings like the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, light festivals, and the best holiday markets NYC has to offer. Whether you channel your inner grinch or cheery elf during NYC's most wonderful season, we've got you covered with memorable activities.

Check back for updates as we'll continue adding to the list as the holidays approach.

15 Great Places to Eat Downtown

Greenwich Village extends from 14th Street to Houston Street on the north and south, from Broadway on the east to an elastic border on the west that falls somewhere between Seventh Avenue South and Sixth Avenue, depending on who you talk to.

The Greenwich Village neighborhood has some of the best (and ironically some of the most inexpensive) eats in downtown Manhattan. Wander down MacDougal Street and you’ll see what we mean. These are fantastic choices!

SJP Reveals Her Top 10 Favorite Shops in the West Village

Sarah Jessica Parker is the consummate New York City resident—aside from her decades-long role as Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City and And Just Like That—she’s a longtime West Village local with a pulse on the stylish, the sensational and the essential.

She’s not only a performer, she’s a business owner here in the Big Apple and abroad. Her shoe shop, SJP, is located on Bleecker Street, after all. So she knows a thing or two about what makes a good NYC spot.

17 Holiday Pop-Up Bars in NYC This Year

As we near the holidays, we decided to put together a list of some of the most festive holiday-themed bar revamps around New York City. Each year various bars and restaurants go all out in holiday spirit decorations, transforming into magical winter wonderlands for a few months. Some rooftops become alpine lodges or igloos, while other spaces focus more on kitschy and colorful decor. However, the one thing they all have in common are their fun and festive cocktail offerings!

NYCs First Hanukkah Bar Returns

Right around the beginning to mid November NYC starts to look like Jolly Old Saint Nick took over, and it can be hard to find a glimpse of Hanukkah blue amidst the red and green.

NYC’s very own Hanukkah-themed bar, Maccabee Bar, is making its return!The spot was started in 2018 by award-winning bartender Naomi Levy when she saw a huge gap in the holiday market. She started Maccabee Bar as a Boston-based pop-up, making it possible for visitors to celebrate Hanukkah and Jewish culture in a welcoming space–regardless of what holiday they grew up celebrating!

Supporting Small Businesses

As a small business myself, I love supporting other small businesses as well - especially when they are also life long friends.

Have you ever thought of someone and a few minutes later they call or text? That is ENERGY. My good friend Tricia specializes in energy work and has been a great asset for me as I navigate life. Check out her website and her holiday discount!!

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Contract Out - 88 Horatio St Unit 3C

Charming Studio Apartment with Modern Elegance now $485,000.

Welcome to your own piece of Manhattan magic! This beautifully designed studio apartment in the heart of the West Village offers a perfect blend of classic charm and contemporary convenience.

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If you are considering selling your home, I would love to share with you my "front loading"marketing strategies and staging ideas.

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Scout and Archie's Scoop

Holiday Travel

Archie and I will be traveling with our dads this holiday season and we can't wait!

The holidays are one of the busiest seasons for travel, and it is the perfect time to take your fur babbies along with you. Whether you are off on a ski vacation, visiting family or perhaps enjoying the magical feeling of a Swiss village at Christmas time, having your best friend(s) along will make your trip more memorable and enjoyable.

Click HERE for some holiday pet travel tips.

xo - Scout and Archie

A Bit About Me

A New York City resident for over 25 years and a West Village homeowner for over 18, I am passionate about this city and am devoted to making each client interaction an exciting and rewarding experience. It is a passion of mine to assist buyers, sellers, renters and investors to help them achieve real estate success. An expert in marketing, communication and negotiation, I skillfully guide clients with extensive market knowledge and my unfailing can-do attitude. A full-service agent, I work closely with top-tier real estate attorneys, mortgage bankers, financial advisors and stagers to facilitate all aspects of of my clients' needs.

For the past 13 years, I have served as a member of my coop board and have a deep knowledge for running a building in NYC. I currently live on Charles Street with my husband, Shuki, and our rescue dogs, Scout and Archie. I am passionate about giving back to our NYC community and continually support and volunteer with many charities and nonprofits include AIDS Walk NY, Cycle for Survival and the Sato Project.

I am here to help in any way I can with your real estate needs. Please reach out - I would love to hear from you and buy you a coffee at Blackstone Roasters. I can also connect you or your friends and family with top-notch real estate professionals all across the country.

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