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09/03/2026

🌾 Your Labor Day Weekend Picks are here!

If you're looking for something fun to do this holiday weekend, we've rounded up three great ways to enjoy the end of summer and welcome the first hints of fall:

🎪 Woodstock Fair — Sept. 3–7
One of Connecticut's classic agricultural fairs, with rides, food, livestock, exhibits and plenty of old-fashioned fair fun. https://www.woodstockfair.com/

🎶 I Love Music Festival at Simsbury Meadows — Sept. 5
Spend Saturday afternoon outside with live music, food vendors and family-friendly fun in the Farmington Valley. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-music-festival-tickets-1997772300730?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

🍎 Lyman Orchards Corn Maze & Cider Donut Festival — Sept. 5–6
The corn maze is back! Add apple picking, cider donuts, wagon rides, live music and more for a perfect first taste of fall. https://lymanorchards.com/event/corn-maze-cider-donut-festival-2026/

Three different ways to spend the long weekend — which one are you choosing?

09/02/2026

🍂 Santos & Team Homeowner Insight

Why Fall May Be the Best Time to Sell Your Home
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🍂 Think you missed your chance to sell because spring is over? Think again.

One of the biggest misconceptions in real estate is that spring is the only good time to sell.

The truth? Fall can be one of the best times to list your home.

Why?

🏡 Buyers shopping in September and October are often highly motivated.
🍁 There are typically fewer homes on the market, which means less competition.
📦 Many buyers want to be settled before the holidays or the end of the year.

Every home and every situation is different, but don't assume you've missed your opportunity just because summer is ending.

Santos & Team Take: The best time to sell isn't determined by the calendar—it's determined by your goals, your home's condition, and your local market.

Have you ever wondered whether fall is a good time to sell? We'd love to answer your questions.

https://www.santosandteam.com/contact

09/01/2026

🏡 Living in Connecticut: FARMINGTON

If you only know Farmington as the quiet suburb along Route 4, you're missing what makes this town truly unique.

Beyond its classic New England streetscape, Farmington has layers of history, culture, and outdoor recreation that many people drive right past.

🎨 French Impressionism Hidden in Plain Sight
Hill-Stead Museum isn't just a historic estate. Designed by Theodate Pope Riddle—one of America's first female architects—it houses original works by Monet, Degas, Cassatt, and other Impressionists in the family's home. Outside, the historic Sunken Garden hosts the annual Sunken Garden Poetry Festival, one of the nation's oldest continuously running poetry series.

🏠 Centuries of Architectural History
Walk along High Street and you'll find the Stanley-Whitman House (c. 1720). Its rare post-medieval overhang and original saltbox design offer an authentic glimpse into early Connecticut life.

🎓 A Main Street with Educational Legacy
The village center is anchored by Miss Porter's School, founded in 1843. Its main building began life as the Union Hotel in 1830 before Sarah Porter transformed it into one of America's most respected schools for young women.

🛶 Life on the River
The Farmington River isn't just scenic—it offers some of Hartford County's best flatwater and gentle whitewater paddling, making it a favorite destination for kayakers, canoeists, anglers, and nature lovers.

It's this combination of world-class art, colonial history, exceptional education, and outdoor adventure that makes Farmington so much more than another Connecticut town.

💬 For the locals: What's your favorite hidden gem, historic fact, or overlooked spot in Farmington that didn't make this list? We'd love to hear it in the comments!

08/31/2026

What If You Could Stay in Town?

What if your next home could be brand new—and you could still stay in your town?

For some Bristol, Southington, and Plainville buyers, the problem isn't that they want to leave town. It's that they simply can't find the home they want.

That’s where Homes on Village comes in.

Tucked into a wooded, residential setting in Bristol near the Southington and Plainville borders—and just minutes from ESPN—the neighborhood offers something you don't always find with new construction:

🏡 Custom homes
🌳 Wooded, generally level homesites
✨ 8 home designs to choose from
🔨 The ability to customize—and even modify—your floor plan
🚫 No HOA
📍 A Bristol address you don't have to give up

There are 21 homesites planned, with homes ranging from comfortable one-level living to spacious four-bedroom designs.

https://www.santosandteam.com/homesonvillage

So if you've been looking for a home in the area and keep saying, “I just can't find the right one,” maybe the answer isn't another listing search.

Maybe it's building the right one.

Call or text George at 860-558-8595 to learn more about Homes on Village—or have your agent get in touch with George.

08/29/2026

What if your next home came with the best of both worlds—brand-new construction and a neighborhood designed for what’s next? ✨

542 Village Street is part of a neighborhood of new homes in Bristol, offering modern living, fresh finishes, and a place to settle in and make your own. Whether you’re simplifying, starting fresh, or simply ready for a home that fits your lifestyle, this one is worth a look. 🏡

This Single Family listing has 3 Beds, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath. Schedule a showing for 542 Village Street in Bristol, CT.. MLS ID 24174863

08/28/2026

Congratulations to the newest residents of Village Street in Bristol. If you're ready to build your dream house, please visit https://www.santosandteam.com/homesonvillage to see what The Homes on Village can offer you!

08/27/2026

Can you believe the first week of the new school year is already behind us? 🚌 While everyone else is mourning the end of August, local insiders know this exact weekend is actually the absolute best time to catch the region's top summer attractions without the insane crowds.

If you want to treat the family to one last perfect summer memory, here are three Central CT insider secrets for this weekend:

The Final Firefly Friday at Hein Farm
https://farmingtonfarmtruck.farm/farm-events

Plainville Fire Company Hot Air Ballooon Festival - Friday Night Balloon Glow
https://www.plainvillefireco.com/content/balloon/

Lake Compounce - the weekend between Summer and Fall programs
https://www.lakecompounce.com/

08/26/2026

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08/25/2026

🍂 September is shaping up to be an incredible month for live music in Connecticut! 🎶

As summer gives way to fall, some of the region's best tribute concerts are taking the stage—from the timeless songs of James Taylor and The Eagles to the legendary music of Chris Cornell, Billy Joel, and Elton John.

Whether you're planning a date night, reconnecting with friends, or just looking for an excuse to sing along to your favorite classics, there's something on this lineup for every music lover.

At Santos & Team, we believe loving where you live is about more than finding the right home—it's about enjoying everything our communities have to offer. That's why we're always on the lookout for local events, hidden gems, and great experiences to share with you.

🎵 Which concert is going on your calendar?

Tell us in the comments! 👇



Toyota Oakdale Theatre: https://www.toyotaoakdaletheatre.com/

Broad Brook Operat House: http://www.bbohct.com

Little Theatre of Manchester at Cheney Hall: https://www.cheneyhall.org/

08/24/2026

🏠 Your next chapter starts here.

Discover beautiful new homes at The Homes on Village in Bristol.
https://www.santosandteam.com/homesonvillage

Contact Santos & Team:
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