
Even in the winter, Mother Nature never takes time off. During the winter months, the bounty of her land can be found around Long Island at these great farmers markets that are recommended by our real estate agents.

Most gardeners can't wait for spring to arrive to get started on their planting. You might not be able to speed up time, but you can make the most of these last few weeks of winter by doing some indoor planting. Many of our real estate agents have been starting their gardens early this way for years. Follow the tips below to discover what they've learned and how you can get your growing started this February.

Do you want your house to be the one that everyone on the block admires? If so, you need great curb appeal – and winter is the perfect time to achieve it! Spend a few weekends sprucing up your home, and it will truly look its best by spring. Here are a few top ways our real estate agents suggest boosting your curb appeal in the coming weeks.

Living on Long Island means that you're never far from your next exciting live event, and winter is the perfect season for a visit to your favorite theater. Whether you're in the mood for an engaging play, a live concert, or a performance that mixes in a bit of both, there's sure to be a show for you at one of Long Island's outstanding theaters to close out the winter. Our real estate agents have more on must-see shows and performances for the Long Island winter theater scene.

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and our real estate agents are here to help you find the perfect gift for someone special. Fortunately, we have some excellent florists and sweets shops here on Long Island, making a great Valentine's Day gift easy to find. These are some of the best shops in Nassau and Suffolk counties.