Happy December!
How did we get here so fast? Hopefully you’re able to slow down a bit this month and enjoy some community and family time, good food, fun, and maybe a little quiet time too.
Check out all the events and holiday tips in the Holiday Guide, and catch the wrap up of the Richmond real estate market- always a topic to discuss at holiday functions (feel free to drop my name if they’re in the market, too! 😉)
We’re also testing out a new newsletter format. Do you love it? Hate it? Couldn’t care less? Please let me know!”
Today we’re talking about:
✔️ My Holiday Guide
✔️ Top 3 Home Maintenance Tips to Remember this Month
✔️ Things I’m Loving Right Now
✔️ Make Ahead French Toast Casserole
✔️ Richmond 2023 Market Year in Review
📅 December Events
🍿 Dec 3rd – 25th is Christmas Movie Season at the Byrd Theater
The Byrd Theater is the perfect place to watch your favorite, classic holiday movies, like A Christmas Story, Home Alone, Elf, and more. Check out their holiday lineup HERE.
🩰 Dec 8th – 24th is Richmond Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Enjoy a night out in downtown Richmond and support the Richmond Ballet by going to see The Nutcracker at the Dominion Energy Center. This year’s performance will feature brand-new scenery, costumes, and choreography for you to enjoy. Click HERE for tickets and more information.
🎄 Dec 9th is Hardywood Brewery’s Holiday Pop-Up Artisan market
Join Hardywood Park Craft Brewery for their Christmas Market Pop-Up on December 9th. Check out some amazing local artisans and makers selling their handmade items. Not to mention great food provided by local food trucks! Click HERE for more info.
Check out my Holiday Guide HERE for the best events this month!
🏠 🛠️ Top 3 Home Maintenance Tips to Remember This Month
- Remember to take some time for yourself.
- Check up on your doorbell camera or security system. Tis the season for porch pirates.
- Test the batteries in your smoke and CO2 detectors.
💗 Top 3 Things I am Loving at the Moment
🎉 My Holiday Guide (Have you checked it out?)
🛍️ Shopping Local – My holiday guide has great recs and exclusive offers!
🎄 Advent Calendars – I treated myself to a skincare advent calendar this year, and I’m going to do an advent calendar every year! I love it like I did when I was a kid. 10/10 fun!
📈 2023 Market Year in Review
Click HERE to read my year in review of the Richmond Metro real estate market, including some predictions for 2024. If you’re thinking of buying or selling now or in the new year (or you know someone who is) reach out!
🍴Make Ahead French Toast Casserole
The holidays are one of the busiest times of the year and having meals that you can make ahead of time can be a lifesaver. It’s even better when it’s delicious. Check out my recipe for make ahead french toast casserole HERE.
