ERA Central Levinson is holding a Pet Vendor Event and Adoption Day at the Monroe branch office on Saturday, September 24th from 10am to 2pm. Adopt a dog or cat, donate items or money to the Trenton Animal Shelter, or sign up to become a foster pet parent! While getting to know all the adorable, adoptable cats and dogs, enter to win a dog house courtesy of Finance of America. Vendors attending: Goochie Pooch & Cats Too Groomer, In-Home Grooming by Iana, All Critters Rescue Custom Beds & Mats, Veterinary Clinic, and Kelly Baron Pet Photography. For more information, visit FurEverHome.ERAcentral.com
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT to benefit MDA
SUNDAY, APRIL 30th, 2023
12:00 pm start time
ERA Central Realty Group presents the 3rd Annual Cornhole Tournament for MDA to take place at noon on Sunday, April 30th at the Millstone Elks Lodge, 22 Burnt Tavern Rd, Clarksburg, NJ 08510. Rain date will be May 7th. Register your team, sponsor the event and join in on the fun!
Visit ERAcornhole.Eventbrite.com to sign up your team and/or to become a sponsor. The cost is $50 for a team of two. Teams must be registered by April 14th and are guaranteed at least three games of play. Team members must be at least 13 years old to play. Check-in begins at noon that day and the tournament begins at 12:30pm. Kids are welcome to attend. There will be prizes and basket raffles, and food and drinks for purchase.
Since 2012, ERA Central Realty Group has raised over $68,000 for Muscular Dystrophy Association. Every $1,000 raised sends one child with neuromuscular disease to MDA Summer Camp.
Through their applications, these young people have shown that they embody the same ideals for which our Realtor® professionals are so well known: Ethics, Dedication, Genuineness and an Entrepreneurial spirit.
The scholarship program, which began in 2005, is funded by the Realtor Associates of ERA Central Realty Group and matched by the company. It was founded based on giving back to the community and honoring the families that have supported ERA Central for more than three decades. Since its inception, the EDGE Scholarship has awarded $72,200 in scholarships.
Melissa Domen
Allentown High School
Sarah Esmai
Rancocas Valley Regional
High School
Sophia Moret
Howell High School
Arav Raval
Hightstown High School
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Philip Angarone, Realtor Associate® and Scholarship Committee Chairperson says of this year’s competition, “All of the 60 applicants from 28 central New Jersey high schools provided impressive applications. Our winners should be very proud of themselves!”
On Saturday, May 7th, 2022 the Cream Ridge branch held its first ever Pet Adoption Day and it was a huge success! The Fur-Ever Home Pet Adoption Day because “pets need help finding furever homes, too” was a collaboration with the ERA Central Charity Council, Amazing Mutts and Lucky Lives Cat Rescue of Cream Ridge.
Nearly 50 community members came to cuddle with over 25 puppies and kittens and many were adopted that day! The winner of the doghouse raffle, sponsored by Finance of America, was Armmel Kane. Some other prizes were Homemade Dog Treats by MOST, won by Adrienne Barrow, and Carmella’s Chocolate won by Kristyna Dyson.
Why is Bordentown, New Jersey considered a good place to live. There are a variety of reasons. It is a small, historic town with a strong sense of community, and it offers a variety of amenities and activities for residents, including parks, recreational facilities, and a downtown area with shops and restaurants.
Bordentown NJ Parks
Bordentown has several parks and recreational areas for residents to enjoy. Some popular parks include:
Joseph Lawrence Park: This park features a playground, a basketball court, a baseball field, and a walking trail. It also has a large open field where residents can play sports or have picnics.
Mary Fitzgerald Park: This park is located on the Delaware River and features a playground, a basketball court, a baseball field, and a pavilion. It also has a boat launch for residents to access the river.
Joseph C. Shaner Memorial Park: This park has a playground, a basketball court, a baseball field, and a pavilion. It also has a large open field where residents can play sports or have picnics.
Columbus Park: This is a small park with playground equipment and a picnic area.
Green Street Park: This park features a playground, a basketball court, a baseball field, and a pavilion. It also has a large open field where residents can play sports or have picnics.
Additionally, residents can also enjoy the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park, which features a 70-mile long towpath that offers hiking, fishing, and biking.
In addition to parks, Bordentown, NJ also offers a variety of recreational facilities for residents to enjoy. Some examples include:
The Bordentown Community Aquatic Center: This facility features a large pool, a diving well, a water slide, and a kiddie pool. It also offers swimming lessons and other aquatic programs for residents of all ages.
The Bordentown Community Center: This facility offers a variety of recreational programs and activities for residents, including sports leagues, fitness classes, and cultural events. It also has a gymnasium, a fitness center, and a dance studio.
The Bordentown Senior Center: This center offers a variety of programs and activities for senior citizens, including exercise classes, educational programs, and social events.
The Bordentown Skate Park: This park is a popular spot for skateboarders, BMX riders and scooter riders of all ages and skill levels.
The Bordentown Youth Center: This center offers a variety of programs and activities for young people, including sports leagues, fitness classes, and educational programs.
These are just a few examples of the recreational facilities available in Bordentown, NJ. The city and county also have various recreational programs and activities throughout the year, and also nearby towns, such as Trenton and Hamilton, also offer recreational and cultural opportunities.
Downtown Bordentown NJ
The downtown area of Bordentown, NJ is known for its historic charm and its variety of shops, restaurants, and other businesses. Some of the popular features of the downtown area include:
Shops and Galleries: The downtown area is home to a variety of unique shops and boutiques, selling everything from clothing and jewelry to home decor and art. The downtown also has some art galleries that showcase local and regional artists.
Restaurants and Cafes: The downtown area has a diverse range of restaurants, cafes and pubs that offers a variety of cuisines, from American to Italian, Mexican, and more. Some of them have outdoor seating areas, perfect to enjoy a meal while enjoying the historic charm of the downtown.
Cultural Venues: The downtown area features several cultural venues such as the historic Old Barracks Museum, a museum that tells the history of New Jersey through the eyes of the soldiers and civilians who lived there. The Roebling Museum is also located in the downtown, it’s dedicated to the history of the Roebling Family and their contributions to the development of the steel industry in the United States.
Annual events: The city hosts several annual events such as the Bordentown City Farmers’ Market, which runs from May through November, and the Summer Concert Series, which features live music performances in Joseph Lawrence Park. The Festival of Lights, a holiday event that takes place each December, is also popular among residents and visitors.
These are just a few examples of what the downtown area of Bordentown, NJ has to offer. The city has a strong sense of community and the downtown area is the heart of it. The downtown area is walkable and it’s a great place to explore the historic charm and unique shops and restaurants that the city has to offer.
It is also located near major highways, making it easy to travel to other parts of the state and the surrounding region. Additionally, it is considered a safe place to live with good schools and low crime rates.
These are the reason why we love Bordentown and think you will love it too.
On April 9th, the Cream Ridge office held the 4th Annual Shredding Event.
A record 190 cars were in line and a whopping two truckloads were shredded on site as the event grows more popular each year. New Egypt Girl Scout Troop 440 sold Girl Scout Cookies to those waiting in the shredding line. The community-wide shred event makes it possible for members of the community to reduce their exposure to identity theft risk by having their personal and confidential materials securely destroyed in a locally owned and operated SafeGuard Document Destruction state-of-the-art mobile shredding truck.
No need to remove paper clips, staples, hanging file folders, etc.
ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED:
3-Ring Binders
Media Items
Metal Objects
Computer Hard Drives
CDs and Cases
Plastic Objects
X-Rays
In the event that the line is long, you will be permitted five boxes at a time. You are welcome to get in the line as many times as you wish, as long as time and shred space allows.
Identity theft is one of the fastest growing non-violent crimes in America. It impacts nearly 9 million victims each year, and approximately 75% of cases are a result of paper documents getting into the wrong hands. Proper destruction of confidential documents is a critical step in ensuring members of the community do not become victims of identity theft.
A community-wide shred event sponsored by ERA Central Realty Group makes it possible for members of the community to reduce their exposure to identity theft risk by having their personal and confidential materials securely destroyed in a SafeGuard Document Destruction state-of-the-art mobile shredding truck.
SafeGuard Document Destruction is a locally owned company specializing in document destruction. You can be rest assured that your most sensitive and proprietary materials are destroyed on site in the state-of-the-art shredding vehicles prior to leaving the site. Business, home office, and residential clients have entrusted SafeGuard to maintain their information security, legislative compliance, and personal and professional privacy for over 20 years. SafeGuard is a NAID AAA Certified and has GSA approval. For more information, visit SafeGuardDD.com
This free event is sponsored by ERA Central Realty Group as part of its ongoing community outreach mission. ERA Central Realty has been a part of the Plumsted, Cream Ridge, and Allentown community for over 40 years. ERA Central and its agents are involved in many charitable and community efforts, such as MDA Summer Camp, Project One, Move for Hunger, and their own EDGE Scholarship, for which over $68,000 has been awarded to local college-bound high school students since 2005.
ERA Central Realty agents are leaders in the real estate industry and together, with Pearl Certification, we’re raising the bar on selling high-performing homes. Every day homeowners are faced with decisions on home improvement, and a key factor in their purchasing decision is: will this add value to my listing? Based on studies across the country, we believe YES!
Pearl Certification changes the game for high-performance home value, making it viable today and decades from now to benefit homeowners. Pearl Certification is the standard for homes that go above and beyond to keep you comfortable, healthy and saving energy. A home like that is valuable to you – and to future homebuyers. With Pearl Certification, you get the guidance and tools you need to increase your home’s value and maximize its price when it’s time to refinance or sell.
Pearl helps market your home to identify and showcase the high performing features buyers will pay more for When marketed properly, Pearl Certified homes sell on average for 5% more NAR supports Pearl through its Reach Technology Accelerator Participate in an appraisal study and build a reputation of community leadership Pearl’s partners include Energy Star, the Appraisal Institute, and U.S. Department of Energy With Pearl your home will outshine the competition. To learn more and get started contact an ERA Central agent today.
“Home Performance” Has Come of Age
Studies from across the U.S. show certified high-performing, energy efficient homes sell for more and sell faster. Pearl’s 3rd party certification highlights the home’s high-performing features to enhance buyer confidence and help ensure a favorable appraisal. “Pearl Certification can be especially helpful making sure that more efficient heating and cooling systems, more robust insulation, and other improvements such as rooftop solar systems will, over time, yield higher sale prices.” – Sandra Adomatis, nationally recognized appraiser trainer and speaker, and author of Residential Green Valuation Tools for the Appraisal Institute
Experience the value of Pearl Certification and contact us to learn more about this program. #TrustedAdvisor
CREAM RIDGE
SATURDAY, MAY 22nd
9am to 12pm
210 Route 539, Cream Ridge
Open to our neighbors in Plumsted, Allentown and Upper Freehold
BORDENTOWN
SATURDAY, JUNE 5th
10am to 1pm
3379 Route 206, Bordentown
Open to our neighbors in Bordentown, Mansfield Twp., and Chesterfield
No need to remove paper clips, staples, hanging file folders, etc.
ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED:
3-Ring Binders
Media Items
Metal Objects
Computer Hard Drives
CDs and Cases
Plastic Objects
X-Rays
In the event that the line is long, you will be permitted five boxes at a time. You are welcome to get in the line as many times as you wish, as long as time and shred space allows.
Identity theft is one of the fastest growing non-violent crimes in America. It impacts nearly 9 million victims each year, and approximately 75% of cases are a result of paper documents getting into the wrong hands. Proper destruction of confidential documents is a critical step in ensuring members of the community do not become victims of identity theft.
A community-wide shred event sponsored by ERA Central Realty Group makes it possible for members of the community to reduce their exposure to identity theft risk by having their personal and confidential materials securely destroyed in a SafeGuard Document Destruction state-of-the-art mobile shredding truck.
SafeGuard Document Destruction is a locally owned company specializing in document destruction. You can be rest assured that your most sensitive and proprietary materials are destroyed on site in the state-of-the-art shredding vehicles prior to leaving the site. Business, home office, and residential clients have entrusted SafeGuard to maintain their information security, legislative compliance, and personal and professional privacy for over 20 years. SafeGuard is a NAID AAA Certified and has GSA approval. For more information, visit SafeGuardDD.com
This free event is sponsored by ERA Central Realty Group as part of its ongoing community outreach mission. ERA Central Realty has been a part of the Plumsted, Cream Ridge, and Allentown community for over 40 years. ERA Central and its agents are involved in many charitable and community efforts, such as MDA Summer Camp, Project One, Move for Hunger, and their own EDGE Scholarship, for which over $65,000 has been awarded to local college-bound high school students since 2005.