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City of Parkland Awarded Top Honors For Kids Fitness
Another great reason to live in Parkland is the fantastic parks and recreational activities residents and their families can enjoy! Today, many children do not get enough physical activity which has caused a growing number of child obesity in the United States.
Fortunately, the City of Parkland has taken giant leaps to combat this growing problem in our local area. As a result, Let’s Go Play! Non-Profit Organization KaBOOM has names Parkland as one of only 118 “Playful City USA” Communities for the third straight year. According to KaBOOM and a study conducted by Harris Interactive, 82% of parents believe children do not receive enough exercise. Also, the National Survey of Children’s Health reports that 1/3 of all U.S. children are overweight or obese. This shocking survey and statistic should cause parents to immediately take action and get their children involved in outdoor fitness activities.
Unfortunately, many parents have forgotten how important it is for children to play outside and stay fit. Playing outside and getting involved with recreational activities also helps provide the youth with social skills needed to succeed in the future. Also, providing children with more time to play will allow them to become healthier and happier and perform better in school.
Below, please find all of the Parkland Parks & Recreational Centers:
- Equestrian Center at Temple Park
- Covered Bridge Park
- Doris Davis Forman Preserve
- Pine Trails Park
- Terramar Park
- Liberty Park
- John Quigley Park
- YMCA Family Center At Pine Trails Park
As we start a new school year, we urge Parkland parents to encourage their children to participate in outdoor recreational activities in their schools and city.
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Parkland Residents Enjoy Monthly Concert Series
The City of Parkland spoils its residents with many events and get-togethers. One of the most popular events during the year is Parkland’s Monthly Concert Series
This past Saturday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., a Rod Stewart Tribute Band rocked the crowd of over 300 people at Pine Trails Park Amphitheater. The band played many hits, which the audience enjoyed!
Residents can also be entertained by some the best local and regional performers in Florida at the Concerts in the Park each month during the year. Past performers were Grammy award-winning artist Christopher Cross and many tribute bands of popular music groups.
The Parkland Concerts in the Park is a family event, where residents bring lawn chairs and blankets, as they are serenaded by rock, country, jazz, and Caribbean bands! Parkland children also enjoy the park facilities, while parents enjoy the concerts. To learn more, please visit: Parkland Concert Series. The City of Parkland is dedicated to providing many events throughout the entire year making Parkland one of best places to live and raise families.
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Summer Is Almost Here, Enroll Your Children In Parkland Summer Camp
Calling All Parkland Parents! Summer Is Almost Here, So Book Your Child In Parkland Summer Camp Now!
Looking for a great way for your kids to have fun for the Summer? Look no further than your backyard run by the City of Parkland. Parkland Kids Camp is a summer recreational program for children ages 5-11 (Kindergarten through 6th Grade). The Parkland City programs are located at Westglades Middle School and Heron Heights Elementary School.
Your child will be placed in a group of no more than 25 campers with three supervising counselors. The ratio of camper to counselor is 8 to 1. Campers must be at least five years old by June 21, 2010 to enroll in the program. Camp hours run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with extended hours available until 5:00 p.m. To learn more about the program, please click: Parkland Kids Camp for complete details, fees, and for an informational packet.
The City of Parkland is a great place to raise a family with its plethora of pars and recreational activities for Parkland residents. Parkland Kids Camp is another exciting opportunity forParkland residents to send their children to a convenient and fun Summer program right in their backyards.
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Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team Sponsors City Of Parkland Egg Hunt
The Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team would like to thank the City of Parkland for allowing us to sponsor the Annual Egg Hunt event last weekend at Terramar Park. It was very enjoyable for us to see all of the families that came out to this popular city event. We hired Bobby The Balloon Maker, which was a huge hit with the children and parents. Some people even waited over an hour to get balloons designed by Bobby.
Families also enjoyed the egg hunt, where there were over 20,000 eggs given to eager Parkland children. The Parkland Bunny also made a guest appearance and took pictures with all of the families! The children also enjoyed three bounce houses, a petting zoo, and cookies and other refreshments.
The Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team raffled off 4 baskets. Congratulations to the following Parkland children that won:
- Justin Ruf
- Ava Toner
- Dominick Vieira
- Anthony Barychko
We would like to again thank the City of Parkland and specifically Colleen O’Dea. We look forward to sponsoring more upcoming Parkland city events and continuing our support and involvement in the Parkland community.
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The Effect Of Increased Mortgage Rates On Parkland Real Estate?
What will the effect of the expected increase in mortgage rates have on the Parkland and South Florida real estate market?
The FED has recently announced that they will no longer be buying Mortgage Backed Securities. Since October of 2008, mortgage rates on 30 year mortgages have decreased by up to 2%, as the FED was buying up these securities. Unfortunately, most experts agree that mortgage rates will start increasing in the coming months. But, the question is by how much will interest rates increase?
Financial experts at Morgan Stanely strongly believe that rates will go up to approximately 7%, which ironically was the rate before the FED started buying the mortgage backed securities in 2008. Other experts feel that interest rates will still remain low throughout 2010.
Today, Parkland and South Florida buyers must take into consideration the negative effect on their monthly mortgage payments and housing costs as opposed to home prices. Below, please find a graph which accurately displays how even if prices do continue to fall, the increase in mortgage rates could significantly increase the cost for a potential homebuyer!
Buyers should be more concerned about their bottom line monthly mortgage payments for 30 year or 15 year mortgages. Many potential buyers get caught up on the price of homes, but in reality, they should be more concerned with how much their monthly housing payments will be during the terms of the mortgage.
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Parkland Parrot Real Estate Is Sponsoring City Of Parkland Egg Hunt
Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team Is Exclusively Sponsoring The City Of Parkland Egg Hunt, April 3, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
9:00am-12:00pm
Terramar Park
Calling All Parkland Families! The popular Egg Hunt is back again! The City of Parkland and Parkland Parrot Real Estate Team at RE/MAX welcome all residents to this fantastic FREE event which will feature 20,000 eggs, bounce houses, food, and entertainment. This event is open to Parkland Residents Only and pre-registration is required.
Egg Hunt Hours
9:30 am- Ages 0-4
9:45 am- Ages 5-8
10:00 am-Ages 9 and up
Registration can be done in person at the Parkland Amphitheater located in Pine Trails Park or online. Registration must be completed by 5:00 p.m. on April 2nd. Each participant will receive a free egg bag to collect their eggs and no other egg baskets will be permitted.
This FREE event promises to be fun for all ages! Please call Colleen O’Dea, Special Events Coordinator, at (954) 757-4120 for more information. We will also be raffling off prizes and have Bobby the Balloon Maker at our table to entertain the entire family.
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First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Expires in ONLY 43 Days
Calling ALL Homebuyers and Home Sellers! Real Estate is RED HOT right now!
The $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit will expire on April 30, 2010. This means that all potential first-time homebuyers, or buyers that have not owned a primary residence for the past 5 years, must have an executed purchase agreement in place by April 30,2010 and close at the end of June.
Buyers are NOT looking for short sales, as these homes will most likely not be able to close before the end of June. As a result, potential home sellers should get off of the fence and list their homes on the market for sale, as buyers are willing to pay a premium in order to receive the $8,000 tax credit.
Many of our clients, both buyers and sellers, are asking if we feel that the first-time home buyer tax credit will be extended again. I recently wrote an article addressing entitled: Should Homebuyer Tax Credit Be Extended Again?
We would be surprised if the government extended the $8,000 first time homebuyer tax credit based on the information provided to the real estate community. But, even if the tax credit is extended, FHA guidelines will tighten making now the best time to buy or sell real estate!
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City Of Parkland Launches New Website – CityOfParkland.org
The City of Parkland Florida launches a brand new more aesthetically pleasing website at: CityOfParkland.org
The new homepage boasts a new large calendar of events, updated Parkland city information, community activites, groups, and much more. We welcome all of our readers to visit the new Parkland City website. You can also register to receive email notifications for upcoming events and news.
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Parkland Liberty Park 7 Acre Kid Paradise
Looking for the perfect park in Parkland to relax and spend time with the family? Well, Liberty Park is a 7 acre kid paradise that includes a playground that encompasses a full 1 acre of the park.
Liberty Park also features a water play area that your children will spend hours at. Families are encouraged to picnic and barbecue at the park’s large pavilion or 2 additional smaller pavilions to use. Other Liberty Park amenities include:
Restroom Facilities, Horse Corral, and Grills.
Residents can reserve a pavilion by contacting the Parks and Recreational Department at (954) 753-5040. Liberty Park is located at 9200 Ranch Road. Click Here For Map
If you are interested in reserving a pavilion please feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (954) 753-5040.
Other Parkland Parks Include:
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Parkland Pine Trails Park
Pine Trails Park has it all for your kids and family and is one of the most popular and beautiful parks in the City of Parkland.
The park features two lighted basketball courts, four T-Ball fields, and four multi-purpose fields which houses baseball soccer, lacrosse and football programs throughout the year.
The City of Parkland also hosts concert series every second Saturday of each month at the City’s Parks and Recreational.
Earlier this year, the Parkland YMCA Family Center was opened next to Pine Trails Park and provides youth services and programs to Parkland residents.
Extending first-class leisure and amenities, Pine Trails Park also hosts various events including the City of Parkland Fishing Derby.Pine Trails Park.
Pine Trails Park is located at 10555 Trails End.
Other Parkland Parks Include:
- John Quigley Park
- Equestrian Center at Temple Park
- Covered Bridge Park
- Doris Davis Forman Preserve
- Terramar Park
- Liberty Park
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Michael Citron / Rosy Baron
Parkland Specialists
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