Book Sale In The City Of Brampton, 2012 Summer is the time for extra reading. Are you looking for a book to read on these lazy days of summer or for your vacation? Look no further than the book sale in the City of Brampton being held at the five local libraries and lose yourself in a great story. Chinguacousy Branch                    150 Central Park Dr.                             905-793-4636 Four Corners Branch                       65 Queen St. E.                                  905-793-4636 South Fletcher's Branch                 500 Ray Lawson Blvd                             905-450-4770 Cyril Clark Branch                             1 Theatre Lane                                 905-874-2800 Mount Pleasant Village Branch        100 Commuter Dr. Visit the libraries between Wedn... 08/02/2012

It's Coming Back! Free Coffee At McDonald's! What's better than a steaming cup of coffee to kick start your morning? When it's free coffee from McDonald's.  Starting August 6th until August 12th, 2012, McDonald's in our beautiful City of Brampton will be offering free coffee all day.    Wouldn't a muffin be great with that? See you there! It's Coming Back! Free Coffee At McDonald's! 08/01/2012

Free 2012 Floral Bus Tours For Newcomers To Brampton If you're a new resident of Brampton, what better way to learn about the city than the free 2012 Floral Bus Tours for newcomers to Brampton! The tours are designed to be an educational experienced about the local government and community presented in a fun and family friendly way. The City of Brampton is also known as Flower City and so the tours are themed after flowers. There will be visits to the city's beautiful gardens and information about the Flower City of Canada. You will also learn how to use the transit maps, PRESTO fare cards, you will also tour of one of the recreation centres, the Chinguacousy Brampton Library and enjoy a snack courtesy of our popular Mandarin Restaurant.   The free 2012 Floral Bus Tours For Newcomers to... 07/30/2012

Brampton Ontario 2012 Civic Holiday Reminder The City of Brampton is reminding residents that fireworks are not permitted during this upcoming Civic holiday August 4th to the 6th, 2012. The Civic holiday is not one of the four holidays where personal fireworks are allowed.  Personal fireworks are only allowed on: Victoria Day (third Monday in May)  Canada Day (July 1)  Diwali (November 13, 2012)  New Year's Eve (December 31st) These restrictions are in place to protect the safety of all residents. For more information call 3-1-1. Brampton Ontario 2012 Civic Holiday Reminder 07/28/2012

What Can Be Better At The Brampton Ontario Farmer's Market? Nothing can be better than fresh fruits, vegetables and baked goods found at the Brampton Farmer's market, unless you are a Senior Citizen. Saturday August 4th, 2012 is Seniors Appreciation Day at the Brampton Farmer's Market. The first 200 seniors will be given a free gift and participating stores and vendors will also be giving senior citizens a discount! The Brampton Farmer's Market is held downtown every Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. rain or shine.   What Can Be Better At The Brampton Ontario Farmer's Market? 07/27/2012

Great Time To Buy Real Estate In Brampton Ontario Canada This may be a great time for you to step into the housing market, move up or move out of town. Independent analysts interpreting the various bank announcements has mortgage brokers anticipating more rate wars.    Rate wars are always beneficial to the buying public as they shop around for the best rates and terms. That is one thing not to forget, make sure you check out all the terms of the mortgage as well as just the rate. It's a great time to buy real estate in Brampton Ontario Canada and if you need help sorting through the house hunting process just give us a call at 905-450-5500 or email us at getsold@rogers.com. We'll make it simple for you! Great Time To Buy Real Estate In Brampton Ontario Canada 07/24/2012

Not Sure What This Flower Is, But We Know Real Estate In Brampton Ontario Taking a picture at 14 Hector Court in Brampton the other day, we noticed this flower in the garden. We'd never seen a garden flower like this before and don't know what it is.   Unfortunately neither did the Owner because their Mother had planted it several years before. It sort of looks like some kind of daisy, but none of us were sure. We may not know garden flowers but one thing we do know is real estate in Brampton, Ontario. From condominiums and townhouses to small and large homes, we know the Brampton real estate market. If you're thinking of buying or selling in the Brampton, Ontario area, just call us at 905-450-5500 or email us at getsold@rogers.com, we'll help you sort out the confusion.   Not Sure What... 07/22/2012

Come Home To Brampton, Ontario, Why Not Pick Up Your Copy Today? We picked up this informative booklet at the Brampton city hall. It's filled with so much information and amazing facts about our beautiful City complete with coloured pictures.     Come Home To Brampton Ontario is the official Brampton Visitor Guide for 2012/2013 but believe us, it is great even for residents. It will direct you where to shop, where to play, where to work out, where to dine, where the attractions are and so much more. If you want to live or visit Brampton Ontario, this booklet is for you! Come Home To Brampton, Ontario, Why Not Pick Up Your Copy Today? 07/21/2012

Learnapalooza Festival Comes To The City Of Brampton    Come on out Saturday July 21st and Sunday July 22, 2012 for exciting and fun brain exercises for the whole family when the Learnapalooza Festival comes to the City of Brampton. This will be a hands on learning experience of guitar, paper crafting, photography, duct tap fun, how to make jewellery for profit, learn about different types of natural stones & pearls, how to make collages and so much more when Learnapalooza Festival comes to the City of Brampton! Check out locations and times, don't miss out! Learnapalooza Festival Comes To The City Of Brampton  07/18/2012

It is with great sadness that I must share the news that Ian Collet passed in the morning of July 9th, 2012. There are some people that you do not have to see and/or talk to every day.  It could be months, even years, and yet, when you meet, it is as if you last saw them yesterday. Ian, and his wife Carol, are that type of people. I introduced people to Ian in a blog on Double Top Darts, a store that is a fixture in the Brampton Darting Community.  Ian, himself, has been a fixture at the Royal Canadian Legion Dart League, Branch 609 since 1974. He played in many different leagues over the years and has most probably single-handedly introduced thousands of people, both local and further away to the game of darts.  He was my friend, and my mentor. I can vouch of the many friends and loyal... 07/10/2012

Summer Water Safety Make Rules For The Pool It's summertime and one of the refreshing ways to cool off, is a dip in the pool or lake. However, be careful of the dangers lurking wherever there is water. We are only into the early weeks of summer and already we have heard of several children drowned or near drowned. We were also surprised to learn that it only takes 10 seconds; 10 seconds;  for a drowning to occur and that contrary to popular belief, people do not wave or yell for help. We all have to be very mindful of our children and each other. One of the incidents happened in a backyard pond! Children are fearless and feel invincible, it is up to us to keep them safe. Remember the water safety rules and never swim alone. Have fun this summer in the water but play safe! Summer Water S... 07/08/2012

Keeping Your Cool In Brampton Ontario It has been steamy in the City of Brampton Ontario to say the least as the temperatures hovered around 97 degrees Fahrenheit and that doesn't include the humidity factor. While some enjoy these heat waves it can be very hard on babies, small children and the elderly. Keeping your cool in Brampton Ontario is a little easier with the help of the City.  They are extending the hours of many of the recreation centres and splash pads and opening the atrium in the city hall as a cooling centre for residents. For more information on their hours in Brampton call 3-1-1. Keeping your cool in Brampton Ontario helps by drinking lots of water during this heat wave and please remember to put out fresh water for our furry and feathered friends. Give them lots of wa... 07/08/2012

Detached and Semi Detached Homes Near Century Gardens Recreation Centre Brampton Back in the 1960's and early 70's the government came up with a plan to help people with home ownership. They assisted by offering a plan called H.O.M.E. which stood for home ownership made easy.  The way they did this was to offer homes for sale on land leased lots. The land was leased for approximately 25 years and because the land was leased, the buyers did not have to pay the land transfer tax normally applicable when buying a property. That made coming up with the down payment a little easier. One popular neighbourhood offering this affordable housing was named the Madoc subdivision originally bordered by Queen St. E., Kennedy Road, Vodden St. E. and Heart Lake Road which is now known as the highway 41... 07/05/2012

Executive Brampton Townhouses Near Flowertown Avenue Brampton If you're looking for a townhouse with a little added bonus in the City of Brampton, look no further than the townhouse complex in the beautiful Olde Towne Brampton neighbourhood located off Flowertown Avenue, north of Queen St, east of Chinguacousy Road. The area where you will find these very special townhomes are on the four streets of Farnham Drive, Chipstead Avenue and partially on Wayne Nicol Drive and Murdoch Drive.  There are several well planned layouts and some have features such as double door entries, four piece ensuites in the master bedroom, main floor powder rooms, eat in kitchens, sliding door walkouts to the yards, two storey foyers and some with oversized garages. The area is well kept, one complex features ... 07/01/2012

June 29, 2012 Marks The End Of The 2012 School Year In Brampton Ontario We can't believe it, but another school year is coming to a close. June 29, 2012 will mark the end of the 2012 school year in Brampton Ontario. Please watch out for the little ones as they say excited good byes to school friends for the summer, run to tell their parents the names of their new teacher for next year and just happily anticipate all that the summer vacation will hold for them. They will not be thinking about the cars and traffic on our City roadways and may just run out in front of you in all their excitement. It's a happy time for them, let's try and keep them safe and out of harms way, by taking extra care near the schools and being extra watchful. June 29, 2012 Marks The End Of The 2012 School Year I... 06/27/2012

Canada Day 2012 Celebrations in Brampton Ontario The City of Brampton is gearing up to celebrate Canada Day 2012 on July 1st with a whole lot of fun and activities for the whole family. The fun will be kicked off Sunday July 1st, 2012 at the Powerade Centre located at 7575 Kennedy Road South of Steeles Avenue at 12 noon until 10:00 p.m. Conklin amusement rides will be set up and providing thrills from 12 noon until 9:00 p.m., there will be a children's stage, Alex the Lion and the Wots Wots, a Tigerfest, FMX Demos and the Main Stage will be alive with April Wine and Marianas Trench. It will all end with a fireworks display at 10 p.m. There will be free Brampton Transit service to the Powerade Centre all day long! Go to www.brampton.ca or call 3-1-1. Sorry no parking on site.       Canad... 06/23/2012

Brampton Detached Home Sold - 20 Hector Court! In just a few short days of going on the market this beautiful home at 20 Hector Court was sold for full asking price! We pulled out all the stops on our marketing program from day one and once again it brought exceptional results. These homeowners are so happy, just look at their smiles! If you're thinking of selling or buying in the Brampton, Ontario area, just give us a call at 905-450-5500 or email us at getsold@rogers.com and we'll pull out all the stops for you too!    Brampton Detached Home Sold - 20 Hector Court! 06/21/2012

I took a stroll around Peel Village, Brampton, Ontario yesterday afternoon in the scorching heat and took some photos of this beautiful picturesque area.   Brampton's Peel Village is home to winding walking trails, Peel Village Park and Splash Pad, a tennis court, and of course, the famous Charles F. Watson and Family Gardens.    Everyone I met during my walk was friendly and very happy to be living in this gorgeous area.  I met a woman who lived in Peel Village for years and years until the kids grew up and moved out.  They downsized to another area of Brampton and now, have recently moved back to Peel Village because “there is no other area quite like this”.  I can see what she means.    Beautiful scenic entrance into Peel Village off Main Street, Brampton, ON                         ... 06/20/2012

Senior Star Talent In Brampton Ontario Gray power is happening again! It's time to let the silver heads shine as Chartwell's Senior Star, Canada's largest senior talent competition, prepares for its 6th year of singing and musical instrument competition. If you are 65 years or older and a Canadian resident, join in the fun and show your stuff today, Wednesday June 20th at 2 p.m. at the Flower City Senior Centre. During the regional competitions, contestants have a maximum of five minutes to belt out a song, play an instrument or both! You can reach Chartwell at 905-799-7273 or if you are thinking real estate in Brampton call Al and Peggy at 905-450-5500 or email us at getsold@rogers.com. The National finals will be held in November 2012 in beautiful Niagara Falls Ontario at the Scotiaba... 06/20/2012

Are you looking for a home in Brampton's Peel Village?   Peel Village is one of the most sought-after family neighbourhoods in Brampton and I am proud to be the only agent representing Century 21 Millennium in this area.               Peel Village is a very popular Brampton neighbourhood that is best known for its mature tree-lined streets, charming homes, and picturesque location! It is perfectly located close to some of the best schools and parks, and provides great click here to read more....                             And remember, when you buy with me, you can be assured of a worry-free purchase. If you're not happy with the house, I will sell it for FREE. Please call me for the details. You have nothing to lose.   06/19/2012