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Sacramento holding a community meeting on renovation plans for Sierra 2 Park, Curtis Park

(KTXL) — A community meeting will be held on Feb. 9 regarding renovations to Sierra 2 Park and Curtis Park, the city said. Sacramento’s Department of Youth, Parks and Community Enrichment is holding the virtual meeting and community members will be able to attend virtually, as well. -Video Above: Rancho Cordova helps woman save dog The city said the meeting would be to review the results of a community survey that asked residents their thoughts on the potential renovations and their use of the park. The potential renovations include improvements that could support activities or amenities including off-leash dog use,…
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What Experts Expect in 2023

Nes/iStock.com Perhaps you’re thinking about completing a few home renovation projects this year, but you’re afraid you might not be able to afford them. Between inflation and supply shortages, prices for these upgrades might surge. See the List: GOBankingRates’ Best Banks of 2023Tax Season: 3 Ways Smart People Save Money When Filing Their TaxesDo You Have a Tax Question? Ask a Tax Pro In 2022, homeowners spent an average of $8,484 on home improvement projects, according to Angi. Despite rising interest rates, 50% of people expect to spend the same amount in 2023 — with 28% planning to spend less…
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Simple DIY Paper Butterfly Kids Craft

Modified: Jan. 3, 2023 by Katie Hale · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment If you’re looking for a fun and easy butterfly craft for your kids, look no further than this adorable paper butterfly! Made from any craft paper, this is perfect for kids of all ages and can be easily customized to their liking. Whether you opt for brightly colored paper or prefer something more subdued, the paper butterfly is a kids craft that is sure to put a smile on your child’s face. And with its simple construction, it’s a perfect activity for…
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DIY Heart-Shaped Gift Box from Upcycled Plastic Bottle

Modified: Jan. 15, 2023 by Katie Hale · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment Looking for a fun and easy DIY project? This plastic bottle heart-shaped gift box is perfect for anyone who loves crafts. It’s simple to make and looks beautiful when finished. You can use it as a storage box or decoration, depending on your needs. This project is perfect for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any other special occasion. With just a few materials and a little bit of time, you can create something amazing that will be treasured for years to come.…
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Kitchen Organization: Drawers Instead of Cabinets

The perfect kitchen needs two things: form and function. I wanted our kitchen not only to be beautiful but to function well for our family and lifestyle. When I asked my Instagram followers what they should have been for a kitchen renovation, one of the most common answers was drawers instead of cabinets. And that’s exactly what we did! KITCHEN ORGANIZATION IDEAS: DRAWERS For all our lower cabinetry and island cabinetry, we tried to incorporate as many drawers as possible. The main reason that drawers are the more popular choice is that they are easier to store things in. With…
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Appliance Review: Our Ilve Range

I designed our kitchen around having all the appliances hidden except one: our beautiful Ilve Range. If you’ve seen it then you know it’s not just an oven but it’s a piece of art. It fits so beautifully into our kitchen’s design and all the reviews pointed to it being just as functional as it is beautiful. I’m here today to report back and tell you whether they were right 😉 Our Ilve range was gifted to us, however all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. ILVE DUAL FUEL RANGE REVIEW THE APPEARANCE Our model is the Ilve Dual…
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Appliance Review: Our Ilve Range

I designed our kitchen around having all the appliances hidden except one: our beautiful Ilve Range. If you’ve seen it then you know it’s not just an oven but it’s a piece of art. It fits so beautifully into our kitchen’s design and all the reviews pointed to it being just as functional as it is beautiful. I’m here today to report back and tell you whether they were right 😉 Our Ilve range was gifted to us, however all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. ILVE DUAL FUEL RANGE REVIEW THE APPEARANCE Our model is the Ilve Dual…
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Toronto tenants were told they could move back in after renovations. 3 years later, they’re still waiting

Delroy Curling just wants to return to the downtown Toronto apartment he has lived in for 47 years. The long-time renter was told he had to leave 11 Walmer Rd. in Toronto’s Annex neighborhood, where he was paying about $1,300 a month, three years ago for a renovation. Curling, 85, is on a fixed income. He’s now paying about $400 more monthly for a smaller unit on the same street as he waits out a project that has dragged on for years, despite all external signs of it being complete and many new tenants moving into the building. “Since the…