Over the Moon's First Grandbaby Arrives Zuri Annette Born 8/22/19 | 7lb 2oz | 19" Long

On August 22, 2019 in Daegu, South Korea, Zuri Annette Venezia was born. Father, Anthony, made hospital history by insisting he don scrubs and be in the operating room for the C-section. Mom and baby are doing well and hitting every milestone. Amber and Rob are literally "over the moon" excited about being first-time grandparents to this darling little peanut.

1st photo - Mommy

Daddy

Coco

New baby wrap

Daddy, Zuri, & Pepe

1st Pediatrician Check-Up

Arms free from the swaddle

Coco during the 4am shift

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Harris & Hanley: The New Homes for Heroes Reps

The Harris & Hanley Team at Over the Moon Realty, Inc. is honored to be your new local Homes for Heroes representatives! In short, Homes for Heroes gives back to our community heroes and help them save money when they buy or sell a home. Through this partnership, Harris and Hanley also give to the Homes for Heroes Foundation which directly benefits our neighborhoods and Heroes in need. "We like to think of this, not only as a “Thank You” for those who serve, but a circle of giving which creates a ripple effect of improving the lives of our neighbors," said Harris and Hanley.  On August 3rd, Harris and Hanley were honored to sponsor this year's Annual National Night Out in Monterey. The Monterey Police department put together a family-friendly evening at Colton Hall featuring bounce houses, lawn games, food, and more. Harris and Hanley provided a face painter to put an extra smile on the children's faces.  "Our community heroes - our firefighters, law enforcement, active military and veterans, teachers, and healthcare workers - sacrifice so much to serve our community by putting others before themselves with very little recognition," said Harris and Hanley, "so we want to do all we can as Realtors to thank them."   Harris and Hanley personally teamed up with Homes for Heroes because they both have backgrounds in healthcare. In addition, Shannon married into a firefighter family, and Natalie is a military spouse (as well as Broker Amber Russell) . They both feel living in a community so densely populated with Heroes has been such a blessing but has called attention to the need to make owning a home here as affordable as possible. The brave and selfless men and women who work in the hero/service fields don't do it for the money which is often not in keeping with the high cost of living on the Monterey Peninsula. "Hopefully, by giving back to heroes, we can help make their dream of homeownership within reach," said Harris and Hanley. See for yourself how the Heroes in your life can benefit from this valuable program. Visit:  www.homesforheroes.com/affiliate/shannon-curran or call (831) 915-8563.

Featured Properties

CHUALAR 30050 Chualar Canyon Rd. New Price: $1,198,000 83 Acres 2,873 sq ft home built in 2000 2,800 sq ft shop currently used for woodworking Custom, Tradesman home Contact: Amber Russell

CARMEL VALLEY 26300 Rinconada New Price: $575,000 7.5 Acre Lot Woodside Estates with water and utilities Colera Canyon Views Contact: Monica Browning

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CARMEL Lot 3072 Serra Ave. New Price: $724,900 7,613 Sq Ft Residential Lot Well On-Site & Mal Paso Water Preliminary plans show 4 BR 3.5 BA Contact: Amber Russell

PACIFIC GROVE 215 Ridge Road Priced to sell: $1,875,000 5 BR 4 BA 3 Car Garage 2,972 Sq Ft 1/3 Acre Lot Ample Room to Relax & Entertain On the market very soon! Contact Amber Russell for an early showing and don't miss the Wine & Cheese Twilight Tour on Sep. 13 from 4-6pm.

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PACIFIC GROVE 37 Companion Way Offered at: $1,200,000 3 BR 2 BA, Ocean Views 1,499 Sq Ft Corner Lot Backyard w/ Lanai & Workshop Contact: Emma King or Amber Russell

Over The Moon Realty Voted A Neighborhood Favorite 3 Years Running

Thanks for your support and your votes! Over the Moon Realty was voted a Neighborhood Favorite on Nextdoor for the third year in a row. Only 1% of all businesses win this award. Did you know you can recommend Over the Moon at any time by searching on NextDoor and selecting the heart icon? Adding just a few words about why you are recommending us counts extra. Not on Nextdoor? Download the app. Nextdoor is the free, private social network for your neighborhood. It is a great way for you and your neighbors to hear what’s happening in your local community. People are using Nextdoor in over 180,000 neighborhoods around the world to: • Track down a trustworthy babysitter or handyman • Quickly get the word out about crime and safety • Get a recommendation for a great deal on house painters • Hire a pro to help walk your dog • Share information during a natural disaster • Sell an outgrown bicycle

Testimonial Corner

"Thank you Amber – we found our forever home in our dream community! We came with lofty expectations and narrow parameters that never phased Amber. She patiently guided us through the market, creatively helped mesh our vision with the many homes we considered. Through the process Amber listened to inflections as well as words, even from texts and email. She has a deep sense of compassion that was so inspiring, encouraging and at times calming. And when we gasped at having found “the” one Amber quickly designed an offer to entice the owners to choose us. Her knowledge of the area, presence in the community and extensive real estate experience enticed us to choose Amber. So the Internet said. We were so fortunate that the person behind the words was genuinely exceptional. Thank you Amber!" - Phil & Ginny

Amber received a call from Phil and Ginny more than a year ago. They agreed to meet at Phil and Ginny's favorite spot, the patio at The Red House Cafe in Pacific Grove. After an hour of talking about their dreams of selling their San Jose area home and buying on the Monterey Peninsula, all three knew this was a real estate match made in heaven. As Amber left the restaurant that day, she knew a commissioned watercolor of The Red House Cafe was going to be one of their welcome home gifts whenever they closed on their dream home. Fast forward to August, 2019, Phil and Ginny returned to where it all began and took a photo with their painting. Welcome Home!

"Emma King is the best Realtor I have ever worked with. She got back to me immediately with any questions I had. A joy to be around and extremely knowledgeable. I will recommend Emma to all my friends and coworkers." -- Amy Quested

Market Snapshot: Monterey County

In July 2019 in Monterey County: The median Single Family home cost $651,782 and sold in 25 days for 98% of the list price based on 224 sales in July 2019. Inventory was flat from June, and up 1% from July 2018 with 866 homes available, compared to 857 homes last year. Average days on market (DOM) moved up 13 days from 50 to 63 or 26%; median DOM increased 4 days from the month before. Number of new listings for the month of July increased 3% over June but down -9% from July of last year. Closed sales were up 8% from June from 208 to 224 and increase 2% from July 2018.

Pic Of the Month: by Emma King "To say it was a beautiful day would not begin to explain it. It was that day when the end of summer intersects perfectly with the start of fall." Ann Patchett

Full Moon Watch: Mark Your Calendars

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September : Harvest Moon  The  Harvest Moon  is the name given to the first full moon that takes place closest to the Autumn equinox, which this year will come on September 14. The Harvest Moon arrived late in 2017 - on October 5 - it normally rises in September. It was during September that most of the crops were harvested ahead of the autumn and this moon would give light to farmers so they could carry on working longer in the evening. It has also been called the Barley Moon, the Full Corn Moon or Fruit Moon.  When? September 14

It's a Date - Local September Events

MONTEREY COUNTY FAIR August 29 - September 2 Monterey County Fairgrounds The annual Monterey County Fair is always fun for all! In addition to rousing family entertainment, carnival rides, games, and fun fair-food, the fair provides an opportunity to celebrate Monterey County's unique history and heritage, from the aquaculture of Monterey's coast to the abundant produce and wines from its agriculture, and the wonderful home art exhibits to the excitement of livestock competitions. Purchase your tickets online here . MONTEREY GREEK FESTIVAL August 31 - September 2 Custom House Plaza, Monterey Every Labor Day weekend, Monterey becomes a part of the Mediterranean as the Monterey Bay Greek Festival takes over Custom House Plaza. While you're munching on Dolmades, you can watch traditional dance, listen to music, and even learn a little at a cultural lecture. CHAMBER RIBBON-CUTTING EVENT September 5, 5:30 - 7:00 PM Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History Chamber members are invited to the ribbon-cutting celebration of the museum’s newly renovated Bird Gallery! Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and wine with our city Mayors, as we unveil “The Incredible Adaptations of Birds,” an exhibit that houses one of the best single-county collections in the country. SHAKESPEARE'S PERICLES, PRINCE OF TYRE September 5 - 22 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM Circle Theater housed inside Golden Bough Playhouse In Shakespeare's most fantastical tale, Pericles, Prince of Tyre, embarks on a tempest-tossed quest in search of adventure, wealth and family. The production will be staged by Kenneth Kelleher in the intimacy of the Circle Theatre of the Golden Bough. FESTA ITALIA September 6 - 8 Custom House Plaza, Monterey Embrace your inner Italian at Monterey's Festa Italia. Monterey transforms into a mecca for all things marinara as this Italian Festival takes over Custom House Plaza with Italian favorites like Calamari, pizza, pasta, paninis and rice balls. WILD WONDER - NATURE JOURNALING CONFERENCE September 12 - 15 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Mott Training Center John Muir Laws and the  Nature Journal Club  are thrilled to be hosting Wild Wonder, the first Nature Journaling Conference. This event will gather people who are passionate about nature, art, science, curiosity, and wonder to share ideas, learn from each other, support each other, inspire each other, and have fun together in a nature’s beauty. The museum will hold workshops from 8:30am - 4:30pm, as well as evening receptions Friday & Saturday. Registration required. OKTOBERFEST MONTEREY BAY September 14 Monterey County Fairgrounds Drink German beer and dance to fun tunes at this year's Monterey Bay Oktoberfest. Live music this year is provided by The Internationals Band. You can also enjoy family friendly activities such as the Dachshund Races, a petting zoo, and jump houses. Some of the fun games and events include the Beer Stein holding contest, Miss Junior Oktoberfest and Miss Oktoberfest. This is why it's one of the must attend Monterey events in September. WEATHERTECH SPORTSCAR CHAMPIONSHIP September 13 - 15 Laguna Seca Fans anxious to see great racing from the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge will be delighted by the prototypes and grand touring cars battling it out on the Corkscrew during the penultimate race of the season. RECEPTION FOR NEW PACIFIC GROVE CHIEF OF POLICE CATHY MADALONE September 17, 5:00 - 6:30 PM Forest Hill The Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce and Forest Hill Retirement Community will hold a reception for Chief of Police for Pacific Grove, Cathy Madalone. For more information, contact the Chamber at (831) 373-3304. INDYCAR SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP September 20 - 22 Laguna Seca The popular IndyCar Series returns to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for the first time in 15 years! The iconic course will serve as the site of the series' championship finale. Don't miss the thrills and pageantry of INDYCAR racing in Scenic Monterey. THE PURE INSURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP September 24 - 29 Pebble Beach Resorts This is one of the best golf events if you want to see pros, amateurs and juniors from all over the world. This is a 3-day and 54-hole tournament that is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious, and beautiful, in the world. Juniors aged 15 to 18 years old, from all over the US will also compete at Pebble Beach Golf Links. You will also get to see many legendary golfers as they help mentor these up and coming athletes. This is one of the great Monterey events in September for golf lovers. MONTEREY JAZZ FESTIVAL September 27 - 29 Monterey County Fair & Event Center Whether you prefer jazz, blues, folk or American song, the discerning jazz music fan is sure to find both old favorites and visionary new artists to love at the Monterey Jazz Festival. The Monterey Jazz Festival attracts all of the top names in Jazz, and boasts art exhibits, jazz clinics and seminars. The Festival features over 500 artists performing on eight stages spread over the 20-acre Monterey County Fair and Event Center. Purchase your tickets here .

SPCA Featured Dog: Rex

Age: 8 years 2 months Breed: Chihuahua, Short Coat / Miniature Pinscher Gender: Male Color: Black / White Size: Medium Weight: 17.4 lbs I am looking for a quiet home where I can relax in a sunbeam and be your faithful companion. I came to the SPCA because my owner could no longer care for me. Guess what? I would love to go home with you! Please call the SPCA at (831) 373-2631 to learn more.

POMDR Featured Dog: Jenny Wishbone

Breed: Medium Mixed Breed Age: 2 years Weight: 23 pounds Gender: Female Jenny is the cutest short stuff you'll ever meet! This girl has got that "big dog" look in a compact body that's full of love and silly antics. She loves the company of other dogs and we believe it's very important for her to have a confident canine companion to play and snuggle up with at home. She also has a prey drive and should go to a home without cats. Jenny's foster home includes a husband and wife but Jenny definitely prefers her "mom." She tolerates her foster dad, but out in public, she does not like to meet new men. The good news is that Jenny's fear response is never one of aggression. Her new family will need to give her space and time to settle in but once she does she'll be your BFF forever.

AFRP Featured Dog: Fletcher Breed: Terrier Mix Age: 2 months Gender: Male Fletcher is one of three 2-month-old Terrier mix puppies that were raised in foster care with their mother Cinnamon after coming to AFRP from the Salinas Animal Shelter. His foster mom says Fletcher is the most mellow of the puppies, and loves to snuggle on your lap. He's a sweet, lively and fun-loving puppy that loves to chase tiny tennis balls. He's looking for an adopter with the time to raise and train a puppy with lots of love and positive guidance. He is currently in foster care and is available for meetings. Interested in adopting Fletcher? The first step is to   fill out an online adoption application.

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