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Neighborly News January 2018
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$5 Off one day of Doggy Daycare or one night Boarding
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| Landenberg, PA 610-255-5388 |
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Cheryl Harvey for California Closets
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| Keeping Glen Mills smiling since 1993 610.558.0416 |
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 January is a wonderful time to explore Chester County! Don't be deterred by winter weather, as there is a winter wonderland all around us. And there are lots of things to do indoors with the whole family. It's also a great month
enjoy
cooking up Anne's recipe, or visit the restaurant we have reviewed.
Make it the best start to 2018!
Warmest Wishes,
Anne and Bob Pounds
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| New Years Resolutions You Can Keep |
Every year, you probably make New Year's resolutions, only to pack them away along with all your holiday decorations come the second week of January. Goals are beneficial, but only those you can stick with!
Work up to working out
Instead of resolving to go to the gym five times a week - which, if you're like most, has a slim chance of success - start small with a short walk every other day to get your body accustomed to it.
A good opener for organization
You decide this is the year to get organized, but when you open that stuffed hall closet or go into your messy attic, your eyes glaze over and you freeze in your tracks. Try taking it one small space at a time.
Je parle un
peu
francais
Learning a new language is a great goal, but most people feel overwhelmed. Commit to learning a few key words and phrases and build up from there.
Here are ideas to help create resolutions that you can stick with and improve your life.
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This fantastic idea is from urbanlifeinc.com
Everyday we wake up is a day full of opportunities
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| Rep of the Month: Tina Jernigan |
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Tina Jernigan |
Tina Jernigan resides in Kennett Square and says, "The last 6 years living in the Borough have been terrific! I love walking to the local restaurants, farmers market, library, Y, and browsing in and out of all the nice shops on State Street."
Her first loves are her family: 2 children, 5 grandchildren, and a basset hound. Tina enjoys spending her time with family & friends, traveling to the Jersey shore, taking day trips, and assisting a friend at her doggie day care. Tina is thrilled to be part of the Welcome Neighbor Team and enjoys greeting new homeowners and welcoming them to the charming town of Kennett and surrounding areas.
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Are you ready for the big game? It's the perfect time to get together with family and friends.
When planning a Super Bowl Party, don't you think the decorations and food are almost as important as the commercials and I guess.... the game?Sharing some
Super Bowl Party Ideas
that are sure to get you inspired to start planning for your upcoming Super Bowl Party.
Click here for 13 party ideas
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Winter Art for Kids - Glue Resist Snowman Paintings
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It's that time of the year when it can be too cold to go outside.
Cabin fever can set in, even with all of the devices of today.
A little hands-on art project will be a creative way to spend an afternoon with the kids.
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| Darlington Arts Center Presents: |
Darlington Arts Center invites everyone to enjoy the sounds of Kat Lemon (Jazz, Pop, Alternative Rock) on Saturday Jan 13th.
Sign up now for the Winter/Spring Season!
Some of the Classes coming up:
A Play in a Day Workshop -
Cooking & Crafts Workshop -
Wearable Art - Night Jewelry
and more!
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The year's 1880, and there's an effort underway to resurrect the once-boomin' Chaddsford Saloon. A series of murders from a decade back sent this here town of...
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| Restaurant Review: Angelina's Italian Grill |
Owner:
Angela Momo
Telephone: 484-800-8081
Address: 1102 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills, PA 19342 (behind Fulton Bank off Rte 1 North, or off Applied Card Way, the new spur off 1 and 202 which passes through Wegman's Shopping Center.
Ambiance:
It is a cozy and warm environment, and they have improved on the lighting from the original Mile High Steak House. The night we were there, early in December, there was a "one-man band musician, Dean Garofolo, singing and playing back-up music. Although he was an enjoyable addition to the birthday party for which he was performing, it wasn't quite appropriate to the fine dining atmosphere I craved.
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Ravioli Nicola |
Entrees: My Ravioli Nicola was described as a cheese-filled rav, topped with jumbo lump crabmeat, in a brandy cream sauce. I could not find any lumps of crab, which disappointed me, and the raviolis were cold in the middle. But our waitress quickly remedied that and brought a whole new dish, now hot. Bob's Ravioli Pomodoro was cheese filled ravs with fresh tomato and basil sauce, definitely a 5-star dish. I understand their pasta and sauces are all house-made, which I appreciate.
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Ravioli Pomodoro
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Total Bill: My Ravioli Nicola was $22,00, Bob's Ravioli Pomodoro was $17. $72.08 with $5 cockage and tax; tip added another $14.00. Total $86.08, not a cheap night, considering we bbrought our own fine bottle of red blend. We got no dessert or coffee, and w
Service: We received perfect service from our seasoned server, Nicole. She was attentive in every way, but not intrusive.
Experience:
We enjoyed the meal and could have been quite happy just enjoying appetizers and a small salad, which they price at $7. Caesar salad is $8, Angelina Salad with feta cheese added, is $11, caprese salad $9, and Antipasto Italiano $15. It is BYOB, and there was a $5.00 corkage, which was not indicated on the menu, so came as a surprise with the bill. Since they don't have a liquor license, I would find it more appropriate to dispense with the corkage, since it is not an inexpensive place.
Menu: There were 9 appetizers, mostly Italian classics, with a chef's special, which I ordered, called a "Stacked Tomato" appetizer ($10). I give it 5 stars! It was a stack of breaded and fried tomato slices with melted cheese and a luscious tomato sauce on a bed of arugua. With some jumbo lump crab and capers, it was a meal and beyond excellent, very filling. Fellow Cheap Eater Bob ordered the Italian Sausage appetizer for $9, which came in a pool of delicious marinara sauce with onions and peppers. There were nice touches on the table: delicious bread and butter, small plates of red pepper flakes and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.W
e felt there should have been a small side salad included to round out the meal.
Additional Comments: They were totally booked Christmas Eve, and I imagine they are also for New Year's Eve, which is a good sign. We will see over time whether Angelina's can break the "curse" on the difficult location of the hidden little center behind Fulton Bank off Route 1.
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 Anne's in the Kitchen
Best Hot Wings You'll Ever Have! |
Once the frivolities of the season are beyond us, all we have to look forward to in what has started out as a darned cold winter which always lasts too long is: The Super Bowl (oh, and for some movie fans, the Oscars, a non-event in most ways)! I am optimistic about the playoffs, and I am looking forward to a great party and a great celebration in Philly!
Buying take-out wings is expensive, so look for a sale between now and then, and make your own-the best you'll ever have. One of my keys is to make sure they are crispy, with much of the fat rendered out. Baking does the trick. Here's our recipe, with our secrets:
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Welcome Neighbor Select
Welcome Neighbor sponsorship is by invitation, after we've interviewed the owners and staff of each one of them and experienced their customer care. We want to be sure we can confidently introduce them to you! We interviewed the owners and staff of all of our sponsors and recommend them to you.
 They make our welcome visits possible and they offer you special Welcome Neighbor exclusive new home owner gifts.
Please present your gift card and enjoy.
Thanks from Bob and Anne and the Welcome Neighbor greeters!
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SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
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Below, Special Offer from California Closets
Contact Cheryl Harvey at 610-304-3989
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