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February 11, 2010

CENTURY 21 Select Group Annual Awards Luncheon at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse

Submitted By: Maggie Flartey-Kaminski

CENTURY 21 Select Group hosted their Annual Awards Luncheon at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse Restaurant to celebrate the achievements of their agents in 2009.  It was a tough year in the real estate market and Maggie Flartey-Kaminski spoke of the resilience and strength of their agents who weathered the storm.  More than 25 agents were recognized for increases in production from 2008, an outstanding fete considering the down market.  In addition to the individuals who exceeded their prior production of 2008, the Hazleton Branch and the Brodheadsville Branch were recognized for increased production in 2009 over  2008. 

The individual award winners included Dot Gallagher, Pocono Lake – Top Listing Units Agent, Daniel Seip, Blakeslee – Top Closed Units Agent and Buddy Vail, Hawley, Top Closed Volume.  Janet Pottieger, Blakeslee – Top Referral Agent.  Team Van Hine was recognized as the top Listing Units Team.   Rose Sawyer was recognized for earning her Associate Broker license.  Hope Fogarty and Neal Van Hine were recognized for earning their Accredited Buyer Representation Designation. 

Maggie Flartey-Kaminski added, “The strength of our company is reflected in the achievements of our members.  All of the owners of Select Group are so proud of their associates whose sincerity, hard work and integrity allow the company to remain a leader in the Pocono Real Estate market and the real estate industry. ”

January 20, 2010

Even More Education and Experience in Your Corner!

Maggie Flartey Kaminski, Broker Owner of Century 21 select group is proud to announce Neal Van Hine has earned the Accredited Buyer Representation designation from the National Association of Realtors.   The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC), an affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS®, to real estate practitioners who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria. 

 There are four steps to achieving this designation. 

1.        Successful completion of the two-day Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Designation Course, including an 80 percent passing grade on the exam. 

2.        Successful completion of one of the ABR® elective courses, including an 80 percent passing grade on the exam.

3.        Documentation verifying five (5) completed transactions in which the ABR® candidate acted as a buyer’s representative. 

4.        Membership in good standing in the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC) and the National Association of REALTORS®.

Hope has been affiliated with the Blakeslee office  since May of 2008 after a brief affiliation with a local independent. 

 ”I am truly proud of Neal’s accomplishments with our company. His honesty, integrity and hard work are evident in his level of success with our company. Gaining her ABR is another step in building a highly successful career with us.” said Maggie Flartey-Kaminski, Broker Owner

December 17, 2009

A Very Special Hoilday Visit

Century 21 Select Group – Pocono Pines

We had a very Special visit from a very jolly ol’ friend and rental program home owner today!

During their travels through out our area today Mrs. Cindy Dautrich and Santa (Mr. Dautrich as a spot on St. Nick)) stopped by to wish us a very Merry Christmas and to drop off a little holiday cheer in the form of some excellent chocolate.

Mr. John “Jumper” & Mrs. Cindy Dautrich have a lovely and popular home here in Pocono Pines in the Lake Naomi Community that our office manages as a vacation rental property.  

As is the case with long time “Rental Owners” on our program we as agents and office staff become friends with ”Our Owners”. Many Home Owners stop by during the Holidays to wish us well, but never have we had one who has went to such lengths and enjoyed it so much!

Cindy explained to us that they were on their way to Pocono Medical Center so Santa could offer warm tidings and they thought we could use some red suited jollies as well.

Jumper loves to dress up as Santa during the Season and visit nursing homes and other community service providers in their “full time” town of Philadelphia but this year he especially wanted to visit  Thomas Jefferon Hospital in Philadelphia and Pocono Medical Center in Stroudsburg to give back to the two places responsible for him still being with us this Christmas.

After going out for a jog last January Jumper suffered a cardiac arrest on the road in Lake Naomi. Thanks to many passers by who stopped, Lake Naomi’s head of security and the staff of Pocono Medical and “Jeff” Jumper is able to continue his favorite holiday activity! 

We want to thank Cindy and Jumper for thinking of us and Thanks to everyone who helped when they were needed so that we got some warm and welcome hugs from Santa today!

Good Ol' St. Nick

Good Ol' St. Nick - The Miracle Man

 

 

 Editor’s note: If you would like to read more about Jumper’s miracle follow the link http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090309/NEWS/903090319/-1/NEWS01

Education and Experience in Your Corner

 

 Maggie Flartey Kaminski, Broker Owner of Century 21 select group is proud to announce Hope Fogarty has earned the Accredited Buyer Representation designation from the National Association of Realtors.   The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC), an affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS®, to real estate practitioners who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria. 

 There are four steps to achieving this designation. 

1.        Successful completion of the two-day Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Designation Course, including an 80 percent passing grade on the exam. 

2.        Successful completion of one of the ABR® elective courses, including an 80 percent passing grade on the exam.

3.        Documentation verifying five (5) completed transactions in which the ABR® candidate acted as a buyer’s representative. 

4.        Membership in good standing in the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC) and the National Association of REALTORS®.

Hope has been affiliated with the Blakeslee office  since May of 2008 after a brief affiliation with a local independent. 

 ”I am truly proud of Hope’s accomplishments with our company. Her honesty, integrity and hard work are evident in her level of success with our company. Gaining her ABR is another step in building a highly successful career with us.” said Maggie Flartey-Kaminski, Broker Owner

CENTURY 21 SELECT GROUP IS GROWING!

 CENTURY 21 SELECT GROUP HIRES NEW SALES ASSOCIATE 

~ Ivette Pigatt Joins the Century 21 Select Group Team ~

Moscow, Pennsylvania, November 2009 – CENTURY 21 Select Group is pleased to announce that Ivette Pigatt has joined the CENTURY 21® team working in the Moscow Office at 133 N. Main Street, Moscow. 

“We are thrilled that Ivette has become an integral member of the Moscow team.  Her professionalism and knowledge will definitely be an asset.” said Terri Ditty, Broker/Owner.  “It’s an exciting time to be with the CENTURY 21® System as we continue to increase our presence in North Pocono.”

Ivette is a licensed agent in the State of Pennsylvania and has eight years of real estate experience.  She began her real estate career in Monroe County after spending 15 years as a Financial Specialist in the New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania financial markets. 

 

Ivette Pigatt

Ivette Pigatt

The Pigatt family relocated to Mt. Pocono in 1996 from New York.  They have resided in Clifton Township for the past four years.  

 Her transition from financial specialist to Realtor has been very rewarding.  She excels in working with clients and assisting them in buying and selling their homes and meeting goals for their future.  Client satisfaction is her main priority. 

 Buyers and sellers alike can trust Ivette to provide the insight, service, and support they need to make informed real estate decisions.  She has the expertise to make your real estate experience comfortable and pleasurable.  Give Ivette Pigatt a call at toll free 866-917-1818 or on her cell phone 570-801-8059 today.  She can also be reached at ivette.pigatt@century21.com.  You Will Be SOLD!

December 2, 2009

Today in the Poconos

Camelback Mountain Resort announces CBK Turf! 

Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville is pleased to announce one of its newest attractions! CBK Turf is a great opportunity to put on your skis or snowboard, even before the snow has arrived. Designed for skiers and snowboarders who want to work on their terrain park skills, CBK Turf is made of a synthetic material called Powderpak. The Turf starts at a deck platform drop-in, and continues atop a layer of mulch as a soft base material, giving the surface a snow-like feel.

Currently installed is a 20’ flat down box, and a 12’ round bar. The system is interchangeable, giving Camelback the flexibility to install a variety of features, at any point in time. Don’t expect to be riding on anything that you’ve seen from last winter’s park! “We were really excited to open the turf this past summer, and now to carry it into the fall,” remarks Will Croasdale, Terrain Park Manager at Camelback Mountain Resort. Croasdale continues, “The Turf is a great way for skiers and riders to tune their skills before the mountain is even open.”

CBK Turf is open every Saturday from 11:00am to 4:00pm, until the beginning of the winter season. The fee is just $10.00 per day; Camelback Season Pass holders ride free! Visit www.cbkactionsports.com to learn more, and to download a parental release form for riders under 18. Winter Season Pass holders at Camelback receive perks including direct lift access, first trax, retail discounts, food discounts, and more!

Camelback Mountain Resort is located on Camelback Road via Route 715, off I-80 exit 299 in Tannersville. During the winter sports season, it features 33 trails and 13 lifts, including 2 high-speed detachable quads. Enjoy 100% snowmaking, 100% night skiing, 4 lodges, 2 rental shops, ski school, 2 terrain parks, and halfpipe. Dining and slopeside accommodations are available. Call (570) 629-1661, or visit www.skicamelback.com for more information and to purchase your 2009/2010 Camelback Mountain Resort Season Pass!

October 30, 2009

This weekend in the Pocono’s

Halloween Fun this weekend!!!

Today’s fog adds a little erieness to some of our areas planned halloween events! For more weekend events visit our Out & About page or www.thisweek.net

October 30 & 31 – Prepare to be amazed when Caesars Pocono Resorts present Hypnotist Denny Moreat Paradise Stream Resort in Mount Pocono on Friday and at Pocono Palace Resort in Marshalls Creek on Saturday. He’s mesmerizing. He’s hysterical. And he knows how to turn a stage hypnosis show into a comedic party! For nearly four decades, hypnotist Denny More has been stunning audiences with jaw-dropping feats of mind reading amazement. Audience members can’t help but become a part of this engaging show, which is loaded with comedy, adult magic, and E.S.P. Once More gets started, the laughter never ends! Watch as this accomplished entertainer engages his subjects in unique and amusingly bizarre scenarios that will leave you crying with laughter. The doors to the show open at 8:00 each night. Event-only tickets are available to the general public for $10 per person; dinner & show tickets are available at Paradise Stream for $52.67/person and at Pocono Palace for $87.50/person. Caesars Paradise Stream is nestled along Route 940 in Mount Pocono and Caesars Pocono Palace is comfortably situated on Route 209 in Marshalls Creek. Call 1-866-500-0458 for outside ticket reservations, or find out more at www.cpresorts.com/thisweek.

October 30 & 31 – Join a guide for intriguing tales of reported ghoulish encounters and chilling stories of historic properties along Broadway on a GhostWalk in Old Mauch Chunk (Jim Thorpe). Led by a costumed storyteller, the walks are all outside and last about an hour. Hosted by the Jim Thorpe Rotary Club, the Ghost Walks start in the lobby of the Inn at Jim Thorpe on 24 Broadway and cover a one mile round-trip to the Old Jail. Friday night’s walks start at 7:00pm and 8:30pm; Halloween Saturday night walks are at 7:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:30pm & 8:45pm. While not scary, the GhostWalk is not recommended for kids under 7 because they become distracted during some of the longer stories; attentive children are certainly welcome. Although walk-ins are always welcome, space is limited so call (570) 325-2346 to reserve your places. Tickets are $10 for adults, children 7-12 are $5. Visit the Jim Thorpe Rotary Club’s website at www.jimthorperotary.org or call them for all the haunting details.

October 31 – It’s just a step to the left…and you know the rest! Join the time warp this Halloween night when the Rocky Horror Picture Show Screening and Pre-Partyreturns to the historic Sherman Theater on Main Street in Stroudsburg! The Rocky Horror Picture Show is back at the Sherman for one night, and will be performed traditionally with film projection and live cast participation. This imaginative and racy rock & roll musical is one of the first and only real audience participation films. The doors open at 9:30pm and the movie starts at midnight. Pre-Party activities begin at 10:00pm and include live musical entertainment, costume contests, drink specials and prize giveaways. During the show be ready to get out your newspapers to shield from the rain, throw your toast during dinner, yell back answers to the catchy lines and much more! This comedy is full of traditions which can be picked up easily. Come with an open mind, a group of friends, and expect to have a blast! Costumes are encouraged, participation is appreciated and personality is required! Tickets are only $10 and include the pre-party and the show. For more information on the participation aspect of the show and a list of props which you may bring (rice, squirt gun, flashlight, cards, etc.), visit the website www.shermantheater.com. The Sherman Theater is located at 524 Main Street in Downtown Stroudsburg. For tickets or more information, call the Sherman at (570) 420-2808 or buy online at their website.

October 31 – A Halloween Paradewill make its way along the streets of Downtown Hawley at 6:00pm. For all the spooky details, call the Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber of Commerce at (570) 226-3191 or find out more at www.hawleywallenpaupackcc.com.

October 31 – The “Best Halloween Party in the Area” happens tonight at the Pub in the Pines along Route 940 in Pocono Pines. Music by DJ Tony starts at 9:30pm, and there’s no cover charge for those in costume. Awards will be given for Best Costume in five categories. Over $1,000 in cash and prizes will be given out, including $100 cash to Best in Show. There’ll be drink specials, bar food, fun and surprises! To find out more, call Van Gilder’s Jubilee Restaurant/Pub in the Pines at (570) 646-2377 or log on to www.breakfastking.com.

October 23, 2009

Today (Tonight) in the Pocono’s

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Cloudy and a little cool (we’re not allowed to say cold until January otherwise it’s a jinx) The rain has held off but we do expect to see some showers tonight and all day Saturday. As acustom to the weather as we are, it still puts a little damper on outdoor weekend plans. So…..

I have found some things going in our area this evening that may have you risking a little rain just so you can enjoy some of the offbeat and unique offerings for nightime entertainment that is commonly found in the Pocono’s

Please note: if items appear with a link then those items were previously published by the links author.

Michael Jackson look-alikes invited to Mount Pocono midnight show at the Casino Theatre – Dress up as the King of Pop and get a free tub of Popcorn – Check out the link below for more info

http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091023/NEWS/910239994

 Tonight at the Sherman Theatre Open Wings – Broken Strings Tour featuring acoustic performances by…

 Ed Kowalczyk ofLive, Art Alexakis of Everclear, Leigh Nash of Sixpence None the Richer  – See the link below for more info

http://www.shermantheater.com/?itemcategory=26170&productId=27433&siteid=83&priorId=0&CFID=13848707&CFTOKEN=42376223

Vicki Doney Quartet at Deer Head tonight - Vicki Doney has sung on TV shows with Lucille Ball that featured Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Jimmy Stewart and Milton Berle. Her TV and movie credits include “Allie McBeal,” “The New Charlies Angels” and “Why Do Fools Fall in Love.” The Deer Head Inn is at 5 Main St., Delaware Water Gap. For information, call 570) 424-2000 or visit www.deerheadinn.com. For more info follow the link

http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091023/LOCALENT/910230310/-1/LOCALENT01

For more information on what’s going on in the Poconos this weekend see our Out & About Page!

An Agent who really knows these woods!

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Pocono Pines Agent Albert Monaco is an avid fan of the outdoors; Hunting, fishing and walking the woods in search of what Mother Nature has to offer on the Pocono Plateau.

Albert Monaco’s “Hen of the Woods” wild mushroom

Al spotted the mushroom on September 30 while driving down a road in our area. Al will not disclose the location of this amazing find as this type of mushroom is known to reproduce annually in the same location for years.

Now, this particular type of mushroom is one of the best known of all edible mushrooms and it’s probably the one that offers the biggest harvest in many areas, for a single specimen of the “Hen of the Woods” can weigh 10 pounds or more. “Hen of the Woods” is most abundant in parts of the Northeast where there are many large oak trees, a single oak tree can yield as much as 100 pounds of this mushroom in one season.

Al cut the mushroom off of an Oak tree. He had to remove it in 5 parts. It is estimated to have weighed 65 pounds and was 3 feet in diameter. Approximately 30 pounds was root material and was discarded. Al soaked the mushrooms then par-boiled and canned it, reserving it for future consumption. This type of mushroom can also be easily frozen. ”Hen of the Woods” is considered a delicacy and the quality of the one Al found is remarkably close to fresh.

The name “Hen of the Woods” refers to it’ appearance, which resembles a hen with ruffled feathers. In Appalachian region it is called “Sheepshead” or “Ramshead” by many, these are similar visual metaphors. The Japanese name, Maitake, means ’ dancing mushroom’ - meaning a mushroom hunter lucky enough to find one is often inspired to dance gratefully at the discovery.

The Hen of the Woods is mostly a fall mushroom, but summer and even rarer, spring fruiting have been reported.

This species is typically associated with Oak trees so the best way to find it is to seek it during autumn around the base of large Oak trees, living or dead, and stumps. Other know hosts include Elm, Maple, Beech, Chestnut and Sycamore; lt has also been reported with larch , pines and other conifers. Especially under big Oak trees.

It is a very distinctive species with no dangerous “look-alikes” making it a very good choice for a novice mushroomer.

Hamlin Agent Honored for10 years of Inspiring Youth in Western Wayne

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Emalee McDonnell is an Agent at the Hamlin office this article was submitted by: Terri Ditty – Broker/Owner of the Hamlin Office
 
Western Wayne Junior Football and Cheerleading celebrated their 10th year anniversary at their Homecomming game at the high school’s Rossetti Field. Honored guests were the group of parents whose tireless efforts formed the program to make Junior Football and Cheerleading available to Western Wayne students. Left to right are Chris Thrope, Rob Thrope, Donna Sledzinski, Jim Sledzinski, Emalee McDonnell, Michael McDonnell,Tammy Hess and Bob Hess.my_house_and_wwjr_football_008

“Miller Time” is now “STRZELEC Time”

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Article by: Dale Strzelec – an Agent in our Lake Harmony Office

With a last name like mine, STRZELEC, it is a shock to see it any where in print or advertising. Most of the time I only see it on monthly bills or at the “Bottom of the Eye Chart” in the Doctors office, and then it is not always spelled right.

 You can imagine how shocked I was to learn that I am actually quite famous…in Poland!!!

Several years ago my kids started researching our family tree and one thing lead to another and we were all shocked to learn our roots can be traced back to a “Beer Brewery” that is still brewing Beer to this day.

 Well no more “Miller Lite” for me, I had to have a STRZELEC BEER. The search was on. My kids and I tried everything to get STRZELEC BEER with no luck. Years of writing the Brewery in Poland, contacting importers and searching collector clubs……no STRZELEC BEER.

 About a year ago I sold a home to a Polish couple who have been in America for about 15 years and asked them if they had ever heard of STRZELEC BEER. “Of Course” they said, “It was one of the biggest breweries in their country.” I told them that I had been trying to get some STRZELEC BEER for years with no luck and they just smiled and told me that they had not seen it since they left Poland.

What happened next was a shocker. I got a call from my Polish clients to come see their home and all of things that they have done to it. So I packed up the HEN…oops….Wife and off we went for a visit to their home. We walked in the front door and there on the table were 5 cans of STRZELEC BEER. We were floored. It seems that their sister was visiting from Poland and they thought enough of me to ask her to bring some STRZELEC BEER with her for their favorite Realtor.

 Some things you just can not put a price on. My clients thoughtfulness was hard to match with the STRZELEC BEER, my kids are already making plans for their STRZELEC BEER and everyone in our family is excited. Only got 5 cans that is all their sister was allowed to bring through customs. My kids will have to fend for themselves.

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That's a Tall One

October 16, 2009

Snowfall accumulation in!

Front Lawn today - Friday 10-16-09

Front Lawn today - Friday 10-16-09

Pocono Pines -  Well, we were gifted with about 5 inches of snow from Mother Nature yesterday/last night. It didn’t stick to the roads, but it did cover the trees, buildings and forest floor with a cottony thick blanket. The trees do look dangerously close to weighing down the power and phone lines but we seem to have gotten through our first snow just fine.  Now let’s all hope that the next storm coming through tonight and Saturday doesn’t take out the power.

Here is a link to the Pocono Record for more information on yesterday’s storm and the one on the way.

http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091016/NEWS/910160360

I’ll have updates through out the weekend so keep checking back!

Our Office on Friday 10-16-09

Our Office on Friday 10-16-09

October 15, 2009

First Fall Snow

Pocono Pines – It’s October 15th 2009 and we have our first Snowfall! This is promised as the begining of a three day reminder, (snow showers on and off at our elevation),  that winter is even closer then we thought. Now, last year we had our first snowfall in late October, the  28th to be exact, and the accumilation was 12 inches in our neck of the woods.

The children are hoping for an early dismisal today or a delay tomorrow morning from school - a taste of winter fun that only kids can truly enjoy – Adults are getting out the snow shovels and making sure they have the plow service set up. All the time reminding themselves that they know better and should have done it before October 1st.   

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Our Pocono Pines Office lawn11:00 am 10-15-09

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Our Pocono Pines Office 11:05 am 10-15-09

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Though we look forward to winter fun, skiing, ice skating, sledding, snow tubing – we will miss the glorious colors of Fall and the not to distant past  Summer days on the lake, we do take pause to enjoy the first flakes that make everything white and clean and signal that it’s just a few months to Spring – a new beginning.

Editor’s Note: Just got an update – 9 -12 inches expected today/overnight – Will let you know what we get tomorrow! Check Back-

October 9, 2009

Kim Stevens is Spotlighted in Happenings Magazine

Submitted by: Connie Gravina

Hello my friends,
I think you all know how very proud we are of Kim.  Here is another reason.  Kim’s
Oncologist, Dr. Lisa Thomas, chose 4 of her patients, out of thousands, to be
featured in the Happenings magazine to tell their survivor stories. 
Needless to say, we are extremely proud of the way Kim handled herself giving
all of her family and friends inspiration during this difficult experience.
 
Here is the link so you can read what she had to say.

 
http://www.happeningsmagazinepa.com/survivor.html
 
Connie 
 

September 4, 2009

Pocono Lake Communities We Serve

 
 

 

The Lake at Wagner's Forest Park - A Private Conservation Community

The Lake at Wagner's Forest Park - A Private Conservation Community

 

 

Welcome to Wagner Forest Park
This is located in the heart of the PA Pocono Plateau. It is a conservation-oriented community dedicated to preserving the natural environment and wildlife of the area. To this end, Wagner Forest Park Association, Inc. is resolved to be a residential community for healthful and harmonious living with nature, for those seeking their quiet corner away from the social and recreational amenities not created by nature.

One of the Many Poconos Vacation Communities!

Amenities include:

  • 1 Lake
  • 1 Beach
  • 1 Dam
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