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withSimplicity: A Dream, an Airstream, a Clean Beauty

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withSimplicity | Harrisonburg

withSimplicity is a new business housed in the Airstream you may have noticed parked downtown. This exquisitely adorable, beautifully renovated trailer is home to a wide assortment of home-made, organic beauty products. It is an absolutely must-visit kind of shop.

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Bridgewater Mini Golf & Summer Activities Coming Soon!

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New mini golf course & summer activities in Bridgewater, Virginia | Harrisonblog

Bridgewater, Virginia, has worked hard over the past few years to provide a variety of fun activities for folks of all ages -- both for residents and visitors alike. The Town of Bridgewater recently published their fiscal year budget for 2017, announcing a new mini golf course and exciting summer events to start up very soon! If you are searching for more fun things to do in our beautiful pocket of the Valley, become a fan of Bridgewater. There's no shortage of excitement!

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The Design Corner: 12 Tips for a Clutter-Free Home

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We all know that we should cut back on clutter in our lives (unless you are one of those blessed few who have already mastered the art of an organized life, in which case, we salute you) - but did you know studies show that clutter actually negatively impacts your brain? It's not just about trying to look good for your guests! So, who's for a focused and stress-free life?? We've compiled a list of 12 easy tips for a clutter-free home.

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Wyse Cycles: A Unique Take on Bicycle Repair in the Bike Capital of Virginia

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Wyse Cycles: mobile bicycle repair shop in Harrisonburg | Harrisonblog

Harrisonburg is a special and unique place. We get excited when we discover something being done in Harrisonburg that you would be hard pressed to find anywhere else in the country. Enter Wyse Cycles, a mobile bicycle repair shop based right here in the 'Burg. As far as anyone can tell, there is only one other business in the entire country that is doing what Ben Wyse of Wyse Cycles is doing.

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14 Best Places in Harrisonburg to Host a Child’s Birthday Party

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Best Places to Host a Child's Birthday Party in Harrisonburg

Kids of all ages enjoy living in the Harrisonburg area. Who wouldn't? There are so many exciting happenings in this blissful Valley we call home, with new fun events and places popping up every year geared just toward the younger generation. And, you know, every kid has a birthday. Here is a list of our favorite places in Harrisonburg to host a super fun child's birthday party!

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If you own your own home, you know that there is always a to-do list of home improvements, whether it is of small projects like cleaning the windows or painting baseboards, or of large projects like building a deck or remodeling your master bath. In any case, many homeowners are now rolling up their sleeves and doing projects at home by themselves. It saves a load of cash, allows the work to get finished on your terms, and gives you a sense of pride when its all said and done. Here are some tips to get you started:
  1. Read up on the particular project you would like to accomplish. If you’ve never refinished hardwood floors, you’ll want to research the ins and outs of that topic!
  2. Purchase (or borrow!) the right tools for the job. Using the right tools will make your job a whole lot easier, and if you borrow from a friend or neighbor, that person will likely give you some advice on how best to go about your project… and might even lend a hand!
  3. Go to a free workshop at Home Depot, Lowes, or the like. The folks that teach these mini-classes have the experience and expertise to get you started. And they are always available to answer questions along the way.
  4. Pick the brains of your friends and neighbors. Have they worked on a project like this? You’d be surprised how many people you know that have worked on their own home improvement projects.
  5. Take your time and do it right. Remember, a lot about owning a home and improving it is to make it desirable to those who will be looking to buy when you are looking to sell. Adding a bathroom might be a great idea, but if it is in a weird location in the home, it might deter future buyers. Just think, “Would I want to buy this home if I were buying again?”
  6. Get ideas from showrooms, friends’ homes, magazines or online photo galleries. It will get your creative juices flowing and you’ll likely be able to find some sort of inspiration for your project.
  7. Come up with a plan and a budget. It is really easy to have your project get away from you. Make sure you stay on task (no one likes an unfinished project!) and stick to your budget. While you are planning, you will want to see how much tools and supplies are going to cost you so you can come up with a reasonable budget — and to determine whether or not you can actually afford to finish the project!
  8. Finally, take before and after photos of your project. You can use these for motivation to move on to the next project, to show your friends what you’ve done (it doesn’t hurt to gloat sometimes, right?), and to show future buyers when you sell your home. It will show that you have added value to the property.
Have you worked on a DIY project? How did it turn out? What was it? Do you have any more tips for getting started… and finishing? Let us know!