Happy New Year from ArizonaandThe Crane Family We spent New Year's Eve at a neighborhood block party in the Cortina community of Queen Creek, Arizona.  We are blessed to have a close- knit group of neighbors! New Year’s Eve – Cortina Community – Lauren, Josephine and Eric Crane New Year’s Eve – Cortina Community – Lauren, Eric and Nicole Crane We wish you and yours a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year! Happy New Year from Arizona and the Crane Family 01/01/2013

There is a New Maricopa County Sheriff's Captain in Queen Creek Arizona, Captain Randy Brice was recently assigned as the commander for Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) District 6 for the Town of Queen Creek. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement services to the Town of Queen Creek, Arizona on a contractual basis. "Captain Brice brings with him a strong background in partnering with municipal governments to provide law enforcement services and information so that the Town Council can make informed decisions on our police program. I look forward to working with him here in Queen Creek," said John Kross, Queen Creek Town Manager. "The deputies assigned to the district are experienced and energetic," said Brice. "I am looking forward to this assignment in th... 12/26/2012

Dessert Course -- Holiday Progressive Dinner -- Sparrow Drive, Cortina We had our annual Progressive Dinner last night, on our block in the Cortina community of Queen Creek, Arizona. For those who are unfamiliar, a Progressive Dinner is one in which each successive course is served at a different residence.  Josie and I hosted the appetizer course. I was already full after that round, but still managed to find a way to continue through the delicious 2nd and 3rd courses! Here is a photo of the desert table, which included a strawberry cheesecake that was especially wonderful!      Desert Table -- Progressive Dinner -- Sparrow Drive Neighbors, Cortina Community of Queen Creek Arizona  If you have never staged a Progressive Dinner with your neighbors -- give it a try!  It's a wonderful way... 12/23/2012

The Celtic Connection Team at Solutions Real Estate has a website featuring homes specifically in The Villages at Queen Creek AZ. The website can be viewed by click on: http://www.QueenCreekRealEstateSolution.com and features The Villages at Queen Creek AZ homes for sale, The Villages at Queen Creek AZ real estate, a search for The Villages at Queen Creek AZ bank owned or foreclosures, The Villages at Queen Creek AZ Golf Course Homes, and The Villages at Queen Creek AZ Swimming Pool Homes. There is also a page that provides a real time update showing The Villages at Queen Creek AZ properties that have been newly listed or had price changes. You can even see The Villages at Queen Creek AZ rentals. Click Here for information on Las Colinas Golf Course   12/12/2012

The Celtic Connection Team at Solutions Real Estate has a website featuring homes specifically in Queen Creek AZ and San Tan Valley AZ. The website can be viewed at http://www.QueenCreekRealEstateSolutions.com and features Queen Creek AZ homes and San Tan Valley AZ Homes for sale, Queen Creek AZ and San Tan Valley real estate, a search for Queen Creek AZ bank owned or foreclosures and San Tan Valley AZ bank owned or foreclosures, Queen Creek AZ Golf Course Homes and San Tan Valley AZ Golf Couse Homes, and Queen Creek AZ Swimming Pool Homes and San Tan Valley Az Swimming Pool Homes. There is also a page that provides a real time update showing Queen Creek AZ properties and San Tan Valley AZ properties that have been newly listed or had price changes. Example of The Caribbean at ronwood C... 11/20/2012

The Celtic Connection Team at Solutions Real Estate has a website featuring homes specifically in Queen Creek AZ and San Tan Valley AZ. The website can be viewed at http://www.QueenCreekRealEstateSolutions.com and features Queen Creek AZ homes and San Tan Valley AZ Homes for sale, Queen Creek AZ and San Tan Valley real estate, a search for Queen Creek AZ bank owned or foreclosures and San Tan Valley AZ bank owned or foreclosures, Queen Creek AZ Golf Course Homes and San Tan Valley AZ Golf Couse Homes, and Queen Creek AZ Swimming Pool Homes and San Tan Valley Az Swimming Pool Homes. There is also a page that provides a real time update showing Queen Creek AZ properties and San Tan Valley AZ properties that have been newly listed or had price changes. Example of The Estates at Hatings Far... 11/19/2012

The Celtic Connection Team at Solutions Real Estate has a website featuring homes specifically in Queen Creek AZ and San Tan Valley AZ. The website can be viewed at http://www.QueenCreekRealEstateSolutions.com and features Queen Creek AZ homes and San Tan Valley AZ Homes for sale, Queen Creek AZ and San Tan Valley real estate, a search for Queen Creek AZ bank owned or foreclosures and San Tan Valley AZ bank owned or foreclosures, Queen Creek AZ Golf Course Homes and San Tan Valley AZ Golf Couse Homes, and Queen Creek AZ Swimming Pool Homes and San Tan Valley Az Swimming Pool Homes. There is also a page that provides a real time update showing Queen Creek AZ properties and San Tan Valley AZ properties that have been newly listed or had price changes. Example of New William Lyon Homes in ... 11/17/2012

  SAN TAN HEIGHTS To Pre-Qualify for this home call Ed Heiser, Licensed Mortgage Professional with Starboard Financial. Ed Heiser will provide the advice necessary for you to obtain financing.   The purchase of a  3 bedroom home for sale in SAN TAN HEIGHTS  is the single largest investment that most people make. This investment is not just in this 3 bedroom home for sale in SAN TAN HEIGHTS, but also in the neighborhood around this home. Proximity to amenities such as good schools, shopping and recreational facilities all affect the value of this 3 bedroom home for sale in SAN TAN HEIGHTS. When moving into a new community it pays to research the area before selecting your perfect home. Keep in mind, it is not just the subdivision you are investing in, it is also the neighborhood in the r... 11/13/2012

American Heritage Festival -- Queen Creek AZ -- November 17th & 18th The 10th Annual American Heritage Festival will take place on November 17th and 18th, 2012, at Schnepf Farms, Queen Creek, Arizona. This the largest and most diverse living history event in the Western United States, and will include re-enactments, dramatic portrayals of famous men and women, musicians, singers, artisans and craftsmen.  The event will take place from 9am to 5pm each day and admission is $15 cash, per person (ages 3 and under are free of charge). Historical Re-enactment -- by Cindy Funk -- Flickr.com Please note: for everyone's safety and security, no adults may enter the event dressed in historic attire, other than the pre-registered re-enactors. For more information, please visit the following website... 11/09/2012

Queen Creek Homes for Sale - Homes with Pools in Queen Creek Currently there are plenty of homes in Queen Creek with Pools for Sale, in fact there are more than 20. These homes are have at lesat 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms, the most square footage available is 3510, with the least amount being 1276. These homes for sale in Queen Creek range in price from $200,000 down to $145,000. All of these homes can be purchased with cash or financing. Some may qualify for USDA Financing, a less expensive way to purchase a home. The home pictured below has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, over 1900 square feet and a swimming pool for only $166,000 11/07/2012

The median list price in QUEEN CREEK, AZ this week is $155,000. The 865 properties have been on the market for an average of 7 days. The Celtic Connection Team at Solutions Real Estate has a website featuring homes specifically in Queen Creek AZ. The website can be viewed at http://www.QueenCreekRealEstateSolution.com and features Queen Creek AZ homes for sale, Queen Creek AZ real estate, a search for Queen Creek AZ bank owned or foreclosures, Queen Creek AZ Golf Course Homes, and Queen Creek AZ Swimming Pool Homes. There is also a page that provides a real time update showing Queen Creek AZ properties that have been newly listed or had price changes. 11/05/2012

CortinaFest 2012 -- Cortina Home Owners Association -- Queen Creek AZ The Cortina community in Queen Creek Arizona will be holding their annual CortinaFest on Saturday, November 3rd, 2012 from 11:00am to 4:00pm. The CortinaFest will take place in the community's Ryan Park (near the community pool).   Cortina Community -- Queen Creek Arizona -- Community Entrance Activities will include: Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Rides (from 11am to 1pm) Inflatable Games Face Painting DJ provided Music Kiddie Train Crafts and Services from Local Vendors  CortinaFest 2012 -- Cortina Home Owners Association -- Queen Creek AZ 10/29/2012

Queen Creek AZ -- Free Electronics Recycling Drop Off -- November 16th In honor of America Recycles Day, the Town of Queen Creek Arizona will be providing a free electronics recycling drop off event.The event will take place on Saturday, November 17th, 2012 from 8:00AM to Noon, at the Recycle Center (near Ellsworth Rd. and Crewse Lane, south of the Town Hall). A Recycle Center in England Examples of items collected include computers, televisions, monitors, fax machines and metals (such as steel, copper and aluminum). Those who bring a recycle item can enter a raffle for a chance to win a 17 inch HDTV.  Visit www.QueenCreek.org for more information. Queen Creek AZ -- Free Electronics Recycling Drop Off -- November 16th Photo used via a Creative Commons license on Flickr.com (through the ... 10/17/2012

Saturday November 3rd, 2012 -- Free Desert Adapted Shade Trees (SRP) SRP (Salt River Project) is offering their residential electric customers up to three free, desert adapted shade trees!* Here are the details: The SRP Shade Tree Program provides up to three desert-adapted shade trees for Valley homes built before 1980 and up to two for all other homes. The trees will be saplings, approximately 4 to 6 feet high. To see the type of trees that you can select from, click here. To ensure your tree thrives, SRP requires participants to attend a workshop teaching you how to best select, plant and care for your trees.  The Beautiful Desert Willow An upcoming workshop will be held on Saturday, November 3rd, 2012Time: 8:00am and 10:00amLocation: Queen Creek Library, 21802 S. Ellsworth RoadRegis... 10/17/2012

Queen Creek AZ -- Trunk or Treat Halloween Event -- October 27th, 2012 The Town of Queen Creek Arizona is providing a safe environment for residents to enjoy an inexpensive evening of Halloween fun! Children trick-or-treat by going from car trunk to car trunk, to get their bag filled with candy.  Individuals or groups can sign up to host and decorate a trunk, and the Town of Queen Creek provides all the candy. Event Details: Saturday, October 27th, 2012.5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.Desert Mountain Park A typical Pumpkin Patch -- one of my favorite Autumn Scenes Note: there will be a free shuttle available from the Queen Creek Library, at 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, from 4:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M. There will also be a canine costume contest, carnival games, stage entertainment, rock wall, inflatable a... 10/16/2012

Queen Creek AZ -- Free Pancake Breakfast -- November 17th, 2012 The Town of Queen Creek Arizona will be having their next Community Town Hall and Pancake Breakfast, on Saturday, November 17th, 2012.  The event is free and will take place from 9 to 11 a.m., in the Town Hall Courtyard, at 22350 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek AZ. The Community Town Hall is designed to provide residents with updates on Town projects and to provide citizens with a way to have their opinions heard.   There will also be games and activities for kids of all ages. Queen Creek AZ -- Free Pancake Breakfast -- November 17th, 2012 10/16/2012

  SAN TAN HEIGHTS To Pre-Qualify for this home call Ed Heiser, Licensed Mortgage Professional with Starboard Financial. Ed Heiser will provide the advice necessary for you to obtain financing.   The purchase of a  4 bedroom home for sale in SAN TAN HEIGHTS  is the single largest investment that most people make. This investment is not just in this 4 bedroom home for sale in SAN TAN HEIGHTS, but also in the neighborhood around this home. Proximity to amenities such as good schools, shopping and recreational facilities all affect the value of this 4 bedroom home for sale in SAN TAN HEIGHTS. When moving into a new community it pays to research the area before selecting your perfect home. Keep in mind, it is not just the subdivision you are investing in, it is also the neighborhood in the r... 10/15/2012

  3832 W Five Mile Peak Drive Queen Creek, AZ 85142 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home for sale Queen Creek AZ Home   Photo Gallery   Virtual Tour   Property Map   Payment Info   Request Showing     Hope Salas   Mobile: 480-720-4305 Website: Visit Website Price : $159,000 Bedrooms : 4 Bathrooms : 2 Square Foot : 1,868 Lot Size : 4,792 Community : San Tan Heights County : Pinal Property Type : Detached Year Built : 2004 MLS Number : 4783379 click for more information and pictures Property Description Short Sale, Bank APPROVED Price!! Very nice, clean property in San Tan Heights. Buyer's please verify schools. Features List 4 bedrooms 2 bathroom 2 car garage kitchen with island white appliances swimming pool Equal Housing Opportunity. DPR Realty : Mesa AZ : 480-720-4305 SAN TAN HEIGHTS To Pre-Qual... 10/15/2012

  19426 E Reins Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142 4 bedroom 3 bathroom for sale in Queen Creek AZ Home Photo Gallery Virtual Tour Property Map Payment Info Request Showing Diana Purcell Office:480-233-3351 Mobile:480-233-3351 Website:Visit Website Price : $185,000 Bedrooms : 4 Bathrooms : 3 Square Foot : 2,307 Lot Size : 6,580 Community : Emperor Estates County : Maricopa Property Type : Detached Year Built : 2004 MLS Number : 4784257 click for more information and pictures Property Description Great buy! located in the desirable Remington Heights community. This home sits on a cul de sac lot with north/south exposure. Walk into the formal sitting and dinning area that features 20ft+ ceilings, eat-in kitchen that opens to the family room giving you that open floor plan. Make your way to the up... 10/10/2012

  19426 E Reins Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142 4 bedroom 3 bathroom for sale in Queen Creek AZ Home   Photo Gallery   Virtual Tour   Property Map   Payment Info   Request Showing     Diana Purcell   Office: 480-233-3351 Mobile: 480-233-3351 Website: Visit Website Price : $185,000 Bedrooms : 4 Bathrooms : 3 Square Foot : 2,307 Lot Size : 6,580 Community : Emperor Estates County : Maricopa Property Type : Detached Year Built : 2004 MLS Number : 4784257 click for more information and pictures Property Description Great buy! located in the desirable Remington Heights community. This home sits on a cul de sac lot with north/south exposure. Walk into the formal sitting and dinning area that features 20ft+ ceilings, eat-in kitchen that opens to the family room giving you that open floor plan. Make... 10/10/2012