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Amblebrook at Gettysburg wins six Great American Living Awards
Community of the Year for 2022 GETTYSBURG, PA, October 14, 2022 –Amblebrook at Gettysburg announced that the community received six awards from the Northern Virginia Building Industry Association (NVBIA), including the coveted Community of the Year prize, one of just three grand awards given by the organization. The Community of the Year winner is…
Read MoreEnd the Summer with a Mountain Vacation
The mountains offer beautiful scenery, cooler temperatures, and all kinds of exciting festivals for you to take part in! In trying to escape the heat of the summer sun, the mountains are an ideal destination. Tall, regal, and lovely—mountains provide a climate all to their own. The air is cool and crisp, high above the…
Read MoreThe Benefits of 55+ Communities
The Benefits of 55+ Communities As you are getting closer to retirement, there are probably a lot of things running through your head. What area do I want to live in? How much will it cost? What kinds of things are nearby? Do I look into 55+ communities? Some retirees are hesitant about the last…
Read Moreideal destinations Arkansas
Fresh Air and Folksy Therapy: An Atmosphere Only Found in Arkansas By Emily Hackeling A trip to Arkansas brings you to the crossroads of rural charm, hip Southern twang, and true appreciation for Mother Nature. The state is home to such unique attractions as the highest mountains between the Appalachians and the Rockies, the nation’s…
Read MoreThe Golfer’s Guide to Greater Citrus County
Teeing Up in Citrus County, Florida Those who move to Florida looking for lots of golf courses nearby should be pleased by the multitude of options available in and around Greater Citrus County. This golfers’ guide to Citrus County, Florida contains a pretty complete list. If you are a golfer considering spending your retirement…
Read MoreHoliday Recipe – Cocktails
Add A Little Kick to Your Holiday Party As soon as the weather starts to get a chill in the air, party invitations begin showing up in your mailbox. In addition to family get-togethers, the holidays are filled with plenty of social mingling. Whether you’re a hostess extraordinaire or bringing a drink to a potluck…
Read MoreGhost Tours: Take a Walk on the Dark Side
A few favorite Southern ghost stories and the tours that tell them best. Every town has them, ghosts, ghost stories, and other terrifying tales. But, honestly, the South seems a bit more saturated with accounts of ghastly apparitions perusing both public places and personal spaces found in and around its humid, oak-lined streets. While the…
Read MoreTop-Ranked Amenities: Fitness Centers and Walking Trails
News & Events Lifestyle Articles Top-Ranked Amenities: Fitness Centers and Walking Trails ideal-Living|April 17, 2021 Embracing an active lifestyle has never been easier for retirees who choose to live in communities with fitness centers and walking trails. From North Carolina to Florida, from Colorado to Arizona, communities that attract the most retirees boast recreational activities that go well beyond the ever-popular…
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BRADENTON GET ON THE POT April | Spring Pottery Sale Art Center Manatee | ArtCenterManatee.org Update your home and garden decor with original designs from the area’s most talented potters. Hosted by the ArtCenter Manatee, the local center for art exhibitions, special cultural events, and classes for painting, sculpture, photography, jewelry design, and more. RIVER…
Read MoreNew (Tax) Year’s Resolution? Escape High Taxation
Seven tax-friendly states you may want to consider. There are so many things to think about when you’re exploring places you may want to retire to: location, climate, entertainment and recreation opportunities, and more. Finding the most tax-friendly state for you and your household is also an important consideration. Note: The information below about state…
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