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We Still Need YOUR Help With Extreme Makeover Springfield!


We still need YOUR help!  Extreme Makeover Home Edition is coming to Springfield, MA this weekend!  We are trying to raise $1500 in donations for the last of the supplies and cleaning products we need.  We have setup a web page that you can visit and donate fast & securely using PayPal.  You don't even need an account, just a credit or debit card.  Every $5, $10 & $25 donation adds up!  We've had several donate $50 and even one for $100!  Thank you all so much for considering to help us help this community.  I'll keep you posted on the events throughout the week.  Talk to you soon!  

To Donate click visit our Extreme Makeover Springfield webpage.  To follow all of the EXTREME action this week LIKE our Extreme Makeover Springfield fan page.  

THANKS!  


 

 
 
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2 commentsKathleen Cooper, RE/MAX,Broker, REALTOR® • September 09 2011 09:09PM

Extreme Makeover Home Edition Coming to Springfield 9/11 & We Need YOUR Help!


Hi Everyone!  I was just contacted by my friend & President of Capstone General Contracting, Christine Najem to help recruit a team for a very special opportunity!  We have the chance to be a part of ABC's Extreme Home Makeover coming to Springfield next weekend!  Below is the list of supplies and volunteers needed given to me from Christine.  Please email me at BestOptionTeam@Gmail.com or call my cell at 508-444-2673 if you can help donate time or items on our list.  You are very much appreciated!  

Extreme Makeover is here to give a family in Springfield in need a brand new home and we have been asked to help make this possible.  We have 106 hours to build a 4200 sq. ft home!  Needless to say, they need all the help they can get.  So, in an effort to do our part, we are asking all our friends, family, employees and subcontractors with contracting skills to volunteer some of their time.  I know everyone is very busy; however, this is a very worthy cause and an exciting project for Capstone as well as our Massachusetts community!    
 
With all that being said, I would love it if you would consider joining with us in this exciting adventure to help a worthy family.  I apologize for the short notice but our office was contacted this past Monday and I recently confirmed everything with the project management team for the EMHE show.  They have a list of needs (labor and materials) so if you are interested, please let me know. Time is of the essence so please let me know as soon as possible.
 
Thank you for anything you may be willing to do to be a part of this awesome gift!  God Bless!!!!
 
Here is a list of labor and materials needed:
 
1.) Deck Material
2.) Electrical Material
3.) Framing Lumber
4.) Deck installers  ( need 10 more )
5.) Electricians  ( need 15 more )
7.) Framing labor  ( need 60 more )
8.) Painting labor  ( need 20 more )
9.) Spray foam insulators for the attic
10.) Sheetrock labor  ( need 30 more )
11.) Fireplace
12.) Exterior window installers  ( 5 more )
13.) Exterior moldings
14.) Equipment operators
15.) Sonotube's and quickcrete
16.) Construction cleaning supplies ( 10 push brooms, 10 sweep brooms, 10 dustpans, dustmasks, 10 flat shovels, 10 35 gallon trash cans, 2 shop vacs )
17.) Temporary lighting and extension cords 
 
Updated list of needs for electrical.
 
1- 2 position 200 amp per position combination metersocket and main breaker with lever bypass, under ground feed. 
2- 200 amp 40  circuit main lug panels with ground buss and large ground terminal adapter
4- 2" ser cable connectors
100'- 4/0 ser cable
150'- 3" pvc conduit 
3- 3" pvc 90 deg. elbows
10- 3" pvc coup
1 - 3" pvc slip fit 
1- 3" bushing
1- 3" locknut
150- s122r plas boxes
50- s235 plas boxes
25- s354 plas boxes
30- d120hac plas boxes
18- combination smoke c/o detectors voice
40- 1 pole switches
100- tr recepts
20- 3 way switches
20- tr gfi recepts 
2- trwr gfi recepts
2- in use covers
2- a/c disconnects
2- a/c whips
2- 2 pole toggle switches
1- roll18/5 t-stat cable
1- roll 18/2 t-stat cable
1- roll rg/6 cable wire
1- roll cat  5 cable
20- cable jacks
toggle plates
duplex plates
2- weatherproof bell boxes

Also - Just found out we need 10 plumbers, a Bobcat, an excavator, some forklifts & operators.  Please spread the word!  It would be greatly appreciated!

 

 
 
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7 commentsKathleen Cooper, RE/MAX,Broker, REALTOR® • September 04 2011 11:39AM

Day 96: 100 Days of Central Mass Features Springfield Union Station

 100 DAYS OF CENTRAL MASS FEATURES SPRINGFIELD UNION STATION

Springfield Union Station was built in 1926 by the Boston and Albany RailroadAmtrak took over the train station in the 1970s when money was in shortage for railroads.  Springfield Union Station is currently the 5th busiest in the state servicing over 310 passengers per day on average.

Springfield Union Station primarily services the New Haven - Springfield Shuttle trains.  The station consists of 6 tracks, 3 that service the B&A Main Line and 3 serving the Amtrak Springfield Line

To learn more about Springfield Union Station, visit WikipediaIf you are looking for a home in or around Springfield, visit our website to start your search now!

 

 
 
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Day 90: 100 Days of Central Mass Features Springfield - Cities to Work In

 100 DAYS OF CENTRAL MASS FEATURES SPRINGFIELD - CITIES TO WORK IN

The city of Springfield, MA is located on the Connecticut River and in Hampden County.  It is the largest city in Western Massachusetts and the Pioneer Valley.  It is historically the first Springfield in the United States

Springfield has an economic and cultural partnership with the city of Hartford, CT.  The Springfield - Hartford region is known as New England's Knowledge Corridor and home to the second largest concentration of institutions of higher learning in New EnglandSpringfield covers and area of 33.2 square miles.

Springfield is home of the largest Fortune 500 company in MA and home to the area's largest concentration of retail establishments. 

Greater Springfield ranks 24th most important high-tech center in the United States with almost 14,000 high tech jobs.

If you are interested in learning more about the city of Springfield, MA or any other local cities, visit our website: www.newenglandneighborhoods.com

 

 
 
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Day 53: 100 Days of Central Mass Features Springfield Science Museum

Living in Central Mass affords you several large cities such as Springfield, Boston, Hartford, Providence and Worcester.  That's 5 major cities within a short driving distance!!! There are so many things to explore! 

Day 53 brings us to the Springfield Science Museum.  This is a very family oriented museum and has a lot to offer if you want to explore the science behind our existance.  It seems that they have something new to offer almost every day of the month.  From a 20 foot tall Dinosaur exhibit to a cool Stargazing club that utilizes the Space Observatory, this place is packed with things to do and see.  Whether you are taking your family out to minimize video games and television, or going out on a date, the Springfield Science Museum is a great place to go for your adventures in Central Massachusetts. 

      

Here's some information off of The Springield Museums website

Hours and prices are:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday - Saturday: 10AM - 5PM
Sunday: 11AM - 4PM

General Admission:

Adult - $12.50
Seniors - $9
College Students with ID - $9
Children 3-17 - $6.50
Children 2 and Under - Free
Free with proof of Springfield Residence or if you are a Museum Member
ONE TICKET FOR FOUR MUSEUMS

Directions:

From the North

Take Interstate 91 South to Exit 7. Turn left onto State Street, proceed for three blocks and you will see the large, white marble Springfield City Library building on your left. Take the first left past the library onto Elliot Street and then the next left onto Edwards Street.

From the South

Take Interstate 91 North to Exit 6. Stay on Columbus Avenue to State Street. Turn right, proceed for three blocks and you will see the large, white marble Springfield City Library building on your left. Take the first left past the library onto Elliot Street and then the next left onto Edwards Street.

From the East

Take the Massachusetts Turnpike to Exit 6 (I-291). Exit at Dwight Street (Exit 2B), turn left. Follow Dwight to State Street. Turn left at the light, go through another light and you will see the large, white marble Springfield City Library building on your left. Take the first left past the library onto Elliot Street and then the next left onto Edwards Street.

From the West

Take the Massachusetts Turnpike to Interstate 91 South and follow I-91 South to Exit 7. Turn left on State Street, proceed for three blocks and you will see the large, white marble Springfield City Library building on your left. Take the first left past the library onto Elliot Street and then the next left onto Edwards Street.

Parking:

Free parking is available in the lots on Edwards Street.

  

 

 
 
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6 commentsKathleen Cooper, RE/MAX,Broker, REALTOR® • September 29 2009 11:00PM

Speechless Sunday - What Ice Cream Trucks Used to Look Like

Old Fashioned Ice Cream Truck at The Big E

This photo was taken at The Big E in Springfield, MA the other night.  Anyone want to date themselves and say they remember one of these coming around their neighborhood back in the day?  =)

If you are ever looking for a Buyer's Agent or Seller's Agent in Worcester CountyHampden County, or anywhere in Central Mass, please don't hesitate to contact me, Kathleen Cooper at kathleencooper@jckcrealty.com .  Please make sure to visit my website at http://www.MassachusettsHomeLocator.com and find everything you need from market snapshots, Buyer and Seller information, property searches, my blog and more! 

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I am proud to be a full time real estate professional and Massachusetts Realtor.  I am happy for the opportunity to work with you in the purchase or sale of your next home!  Contact me today!

Contact Kathleen Cooper, JCKC Realty, Realtor, Sturbridge, MA (Worcester and Hampden Counties and All Of Central Massachusetts).  

Sturbridge Realtor, Realtor in Sturbridge, Worcester County Realtor, Worcester County Real Estate, Buy a Home, Buyer Specialist, Buyer Agency, Sell a Home, Worcester County, Sturbridge, MA, SRES

 

 
 
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6 commentsKathleen Cooper, RE/MAX,Broker, REALTOR® • September 27 2009 09:06AM

Day 50: 100 Days of Central Mass Features The Basketball Hall of Fame

Being this is day #50, it's only fitting that the Baseketball Hall of Fame, celebrating it's 50th anniversary this very year, be in this spot.  The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame was first in a small building on the campus of Springfield College where the game was first introduced.  The first baseketball game was played on December 21st in 1891James Naismith, a physical education teacher, introduced this game to a class of 18 men.  The original Hall of Fame was opened in February 17, 1968

Who is your team?  Boston Celtics...Orlando Magic...Dallas Mavericks?  No matter your team, if you're a fan of basketball, you'll be sure to enjoy the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, MA.  They are open Mondays-Thursdays from 10AM-4PM and Fridays-Saturdays from 10AM-5PM

 

 
 
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1 commentKathleen Cooper, RE/MAX,Broker, REALTOR® • September 25 2009 07:34PM