That's a Wrap!

Today we had the pleasure of attending the SCLH Fashion Show in the Orchard Creek Ballroom.  Prior to viewing some of the latest women's fashions and accessories for Spring/Summer, we enjoyed a lovely luncheon from the Meridians, consisting of Caesar Salad accompanied with Smoked Cedar Plank Salmon, Mimosa and Strawberry Creme Cake with Berry Tipping and Mint Highlight.  We all enjoyed our lunch and the staff did a great job.

The stage was beautifully decorated with potted flowers, compliments of the Sponsor - Home Depot - which delivered them to the Ballroom and picked them up afterwards, free of charge.  The show was professionally emceed by Vernita Bernadett and Judie Leimer.  They did a great job in describing the fashions and moving the production along with impeccable timing, managing to inject a little humor along the way.  Vernita and Judie, along with Joanne Karas, were the Fashion Show Chairs.  Other volunteers were Marilyn Gale, Susan Lampton and Edy Ternullo.

The following ladies modeled the fashions: Ruth Algeri, Julia Gilchrist, Gerrie Mills, Robin Cross, Nancy Nash-Lund, Gail Harmon, Claire LaFleur, Alice Martig, Sandra Persyn, Marilyn Ralisback, Adele Ranellone, Val Singer, Linda Streich, Karen Sorensen, Nancy Mitchell, Diane Yamamoto and Ninette Murray.  They are all Lincoln Hills' residents and did a first class job!

The clothing/accessories were proveded by Draper's & Damon's (916.788.1050, 1013 Galleria Boulevard in Roseville), Marilyn's (530.823.2468, 866 Lincoln Way in Auburn) and Sun River (530.888.1585, 1585 Lincoln Way in Old Auburn).  Representatives from each of the stores were present, working at a furious pace backstage to further ensure everything proceeded smoothly.  (Everyone present was given discount coupons from each of the stores.)

There were also 10 vendors present outside the ballroom, displaying their unique fashion effects, including jewelry, cruise hats, purses, wigs and spa accessories.

We never cease to be amazed by all the talented folk within our community here in Lincoln Hills and today once again proved this point.  Today's production was no small feat!  (Be sure to pay close attention to our monthly Compass Magazine - available the 15th of each month - that details the many fun and exciting events that occur here each month, such as this one.)

~ Jill Mallory & Gay Sprague

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Jill Mallory and Gay Sprague are both knowledgeable full-time real estate agents that work for Carolan Properties.  As residents of Lincoln Hills both women enjoy living the Sun City lifestyle and welcoming those who want to live it, too.  Click here to see Jill's bio and contact information and click here to see Gay's bio and contact information.

2nd Annual Parade of Featured Homes!

Thanks again to everyone who joined us for our 2nd annual PARADE OF FEATURED HOMES!  Nearly 100 people took advantage of the rare opportunity to view so many popular homes for sale in Sun City Lincoln Hills!  We featured 13 of our Classic and Premier listings ranging in price from $239,000 to $529,000 and private, interior lots to a beautiful open space view.  Please click on the attached flyer above for more details on these homes.

Congratulations to our two raffle winners: Greg Hutson and Nancy Baltz!

A special thanks is also due to our preferred vendors:

• Irongate Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
• All Phase Inspection Services
• Roseville Pest
• ReBark Time
• Brotherhood Window Cleaning
• DC Refinishing

These vendors generously provided discount coupons to all who toured our Featured Homes.  If you, too would like coupons from these vendors, please visit us at our office.  We are centrally located in Lincoln Hills at 945 Orchard Creek Lane, at the corner of Del Webb Boulevard and Orchard Creek Lane.

With such a fantastic turnout we are looking forward to hosting this event again soon!

~ Penny

Happy Easter from Carolan Properties!

Happy Easter!  Did you know that eggs are a symbol of the new life that returns to nature at Easter time?  The custom of exchanging eggs began long before Easter was celebrated.  It was a custom of the Egyptians and the Persians where they exchanged eggs decorated in Spring colors.  They believed that Earth hatched from an egg which contributed to this custom.  In England they began writing messages and dates on their eggs and exchanging them with friends and loved ones.  Candied eggs were made in the 1800's.  These eggs were open on one end and a picturesque scene was placed inside and were used as table centerpieces.  

Wishing you an EGG-stra special Easter!  

~ Penny

1st Quarter Solds in Lincoln Hills!

The first quarter of 2009 (January through March) just came to an end.  While only 23 homes sold and closed escrow in the first quarter, sellers are CONTINUING to receive an average of 95% of asking price.  As I always say, Lincoln Hills continues to be THE premier location in Northern California for active adults.  

As previously mentioned on this blog, at the end of every quarter we compile a list of all of the closed sales in Lincoln Hills.  Above is a copy of the 1st Quarter solds, just click on the document to zoom and print.  You can also click here to compare this years 1st Quarter to last year's 1st Quarter.

As always, for all things regarding real estate in Lincoln Hills you can visit our website, www.LincolnHillsResale.com.  It is updated daily with the newest and latest Lincoln Hills information!

~ Penny