The Voice of Orange County...Michael A. Caruso's Blog

If you think its fine to slack off on the sunscreen in winter because the sun isn't as strong, your wrong.

The sun's rays are just as harmful when the temperature drops. UVB rays may be weaker, but you shouldn't pass on wearing sunscreen. The glare from the snow, buildings, and even sidewalks can make short wave UVB waves, which burn you, up to 80% more intense. UVAs, which cause skin cancer, remain the same year round. You acquire the same about of UVA damage when your outdoors on a rainy day as you would on a sunny  beach day in the summer.

So, wear sunscreen! Yes, even if its gloomy out!

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Best Regards,

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GRI GREEN

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors

www.michaelcarusorealestate.com

REMINDER: This Sunday morning, clocks are set back one hour at 2:00 am local time, which becomes 1:00 am local standard time.

BACKGROUND:

Daylight savings time in the United States was first observed in 1918.

The Energy Policy Act of 2005 established the current dates of daylight savings which now begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in November.   

Not all places in the United States observe daylight saving time. In particular, Hawaii, Arizona, and StratCom...I wish we didn't change the time here in California

Don't forget to set your clocks back and enjoy the extra hour of sleep!

And thank you for making me your Orange County real estate connection!

Best Regards,

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GRI GREEN

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors

www.michaelcarusorealestate.com

Created by USA WEEKEND Magazine, Make A Difference Day is an annual event that takes place on the fourth Saturday of every October. This year it falls on Saturday, October 24, 2009.

Make A Difference Day is the most encompassing national day of helping others and giving back to the community -- a celebration of neighbors helping neighbors. Everyone can participate. You can do something big or something small, anything helps!

Need ideas? Check out the official idea generator from the make a difference website. Some easy ideas include a beach clean up, sharing your services, feeding the homeless, paint someones home who needs help, or raise money for a cause.

Now get out there and start helping! What will you be doing?

And Thank You for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection!

Best Regards,

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRS CRB GRI GREEN

2007 President Orange County Association of Realtors

949-753-7900

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Have plans this Sunday? No? Well why not help find a cure for breast cancer.

This Sunday, September 27, 2009 the 18^th annual "Race for a Cure" is being held in Fashion Island. This race is sponsored by our Orange County Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Center for the Cure.

Since its inception in 1982, Susan G. Komen has collected more than $1.3 billion toward Breast Cancer Research. Today, Komen is the world's largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower individuals, and more!

Studies estimate that one in eight American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in her lifetime. Typically ignored, breast cancer affects about 2% of the male population.

Join over 30,000 participants and run or walk the 5K route around Fashion Island. 75% of funds raised will stay in Orange County to fund screening, treatment and education programs and the other 25% goes directly to the Komen Award and Research Grant Program to fund global grants to discover the cures.

For additional information contact Komen at www.komenoc.org or our Orange County Affiliate @ 714-957-9157

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                               

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                   

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors  

(949) 753-7900

Thanks to a few bloggers I have discovered that tomorrow, Sep 19, is national Talk Like a Pirate Day.

What better way to celebrate than to take the family to the Pirate's Dinner Adventure in Buena Park, CA and Orlando, FL.

“This dinner show buts you and your family right in the middle of all the swashbuckling action.” At Pirate’s Dinner Adventure guests enjoy a dining experience including an amazing action-paced display of special effects, wizardry, aerial arts, swordplay, and duels, all in an entertaining and humorous show about good vs. evil. Each seating area belongs to a “ship” with its own mascot to cheer on throughout out the show.

Visit the site to fill out a reservation for dinner and talk like a pirate all night long. ARRRRRRRE you ready?

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards,

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI 2007

President, Orange County Association of Realtors

(949) 753-7900

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Summer is just about over but that doesn't mean you can't still have fun in Orange County. Here is what's happening these next couple weeks:

OCTOBERFEST: Sep 6 - Nov 1 (Huntington Beach) Drink beer, eat bratwurst, sauerkraut and enjoy traditional dancing. Oktoberfest has something for everyone.

RICHARD HENRY DANA CHARITY REGATTA: Sep 10-13 (Dana Point) 3 days of Competitive sailing, Texas Hold'em tournament, a fishing tournament, and more.

7TH ANNUAL BB JAZZ FESTIVAL: Sep 12 (Huntington Beach) Featuring Rachelle Ferrell, Warren Hill, Gary Taylor, Marion Meadows, Chuck Loeb and Chelsea Nichole. Enjoy contemporary jazz, food, and crafts. Proceeds will benefit children with autism and other charities.

ANNUAL COASTLINE CAR CLASSIC: Sep 13 (Corona Del Mar State Beach) Join the fun with live entertainment, food & beverage, and an extraordinary car exhibit from Euro and American classics to sports cars.

ORANGE COUNTY HEART WALK: Sep 13 (Orange County Great Park, Irvine)
Promoting fun, fitness, and the American Heart Association's lifesaving research and education programs. Featuring a 5K Route, Health Expo, Food & Educational Booths, Kids' Zone, & live entertainment

ANNUAL TASTE OF NEWPORT: Sep 18-20 (Newport Beach) 3 day festival featuring over 30 restaurants, 15 wineries, drinks & brews, and live entertainment. Newport's social event of the year.

INTERNATIONAL BEACH CLEANUP DAY: Sep 19 (Salt Creek Beach, Dana Point) Organized by Project AWARE Foundation to collect trash, recycle, and keep our beaches clean.

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                               

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                   

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors  

(949) 753-7900

Come support HomeAid Orange County as Project Playhouse spends its first time at the Irvine Spectrum. This signature fundraiser has raised more than $5 million in 18 years to help build and maintain dignified housing for the homeless to rebuild their lives.

There are 10 incredible playhouses on display. These fantasy cottages have electrical systems, flat screen TVs, video game consoles, entertainment systems, gorgeous interior decorations, and more. Visitors can take a tour of them any weekend from August 3 - September 12 for $5 each. If you are really interested there are private tours at $10 each.

These houses will be auctioned live on September 12^th. For $50 you can go to the party, have dinner, attend the silent auction, and the exciting Playhouse action.

To register as a bidder, please contact Gina Cunningham at Gina@Homeaidoc.org or call (949) 553-9510.

Visit www.projectplayhouse.org to see these amazing mini homes.

And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.     

www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com

Best regards.                                                                                                              

Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI                                   

2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors  

(949) 753-7900