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Jacques Marchais, the face behind the museum's creation, wanted to share her love and fascination for Tibetan art and Buddhism with westerners. Throughout her lifetime she accumulated a overwhelming collection, consisting of over one thousand objects. The Jacques Marchais Museum, which replicates a Tibetan monastery, hopes to give visitors an understanding of Tibet and the Himalayan region through their displays of unique artifacts that reflect the history, culture, and religious articles which had been destroyed. This remarkable museum is located on Lighthouse Hill, 338 Lighthouse Ave, 10306

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The Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art’s mission is to present the art, culture and history of Tibet to a world audience in order to educate…

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This stunning 1344 sq. ft. home offers carpeted flooring throughout, a deck connecting to an eat in kitchen, and off street parking. 

On the first floor, there is the living room, a combination dining room, an eat in kitchen with easy access to the yard and deck, and a half bathroom to accommodate for guests.

The second floor offers a master bedroom, two other guest bedrooms, and a full shared bathroom. 

Appliances that come with the house are the dishwasher, washing machine and, dryer. 

Overall, this is a three bedroom townhouse with two bathrooms,  a lovely living room, a combination dining room, patio, and fence. Clearly a wonderful home and must see for everyone.

 

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Are you considering selling your home in fall or winter? Here are some tips to ensure your chances:

1. Advertise Snow and Leaf-Free Photos

If you are looking to sell you home in the fall or winter, the ideal time to take photos is now, while the summer weather is still here. During the winter there can be snow, ice, leaves and many other things that cover the beautiful features of the home such as the garden/landscaping. So, by taking them when these factors are non-existent, you are showing what the home really has to offer.

2. Amplify Curb Appeal

Next thing you always want is "curb appeal"—the attractiveness of the exterior of a home that is apparent as viewed from the street. Since potential home buyers will obviously be seeing the exterior…

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Look forward to the annual Richmond County fair coming up on September 3 to September 5,2016! Located in Historic Richmond Town, 411 Clarke Ave,10306, this celebration to honor the area should be one filled with fun and laughter. 

With hopes to "create opportunities for the public to explore the diversity of the American experience, especially that of Staten Island and its neighboring communities from the colonial period to the present", the funds raised from the fair go towards supporting the educational programs at Historic Richmond Town. Tickets are $16 for general public, $10 ($11 at the door) for seniors 65+, and free for kids 30 inches and under. There is also the "Family Four Pack" which can be used for families of four with children. There is…

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With the many bridges Staten Island has available, the possibilities for traveling are limitless.Whether you are trying to make it to Manhattan, New Jersey, or anywhere else Staten Island has easy access through the Verrazano-Narrows, Goethals, Outerbridge Crossing, and Bayonne Bridges.

Verrazano-Narrows Bridges

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Staten Island to Brooklyn

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$16 for cars who are paying with cash, and $6.50 for motorcylces. Additional options to paying cash would be E-ZPass and carpool. For the E-ZPass, the toll is $11.08 for cars, $6.24 for Staten Island residents scaling down to $5.74 per trip after the third trip, and lastly $4.28 for motorcycles. The final option, carpool, make vehicles with three or more passengers eligible for a reduced,…

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Park Hill CtThis excellent detached ranch style home in Clifton, Staten Island is the perfect place to move right in to! It is conveniently located near a new shopping plaza and is a close commute to the ferry or a quick drive to Brooklyn. Some of its additional great features are  the spacious attic, as well as the back and side yard which are perfect for entertaining.

Beginning with the first floor, it offers an open living room leading into the Eat-in Kitchen. It also has a full bathroom with a jacuzzi, master bedroom with a walk-in closet, and a second bedroom.

To top it off, this well-maintained home also includes a full finished basement with two rooms, offering potential for a family room. Additionally, the basement has a closet for storage, a utility…

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 An excellent extra wide, two family semi-attached for sale in Annadale  Staten  Island, New York is conveniently located just steps away from shopping and  transportation. Beautifully landscaped in the front, back, and side yards as  well as a large well maintained deck to complete the package.

Some of many excellent features of this 2000 sq. ft. home includes hardwood  flooring throughout the home, white fencing, and a well kept deck.

The main house offers a newly updated kitchen with an eat in pantry;  dishwasher and refrigerator included. It also contains three large bedrooms  with hardwood floors throughout, a washer, and a full bath. 

The first floor apartment includes a private side entrance as well as sliders to  the deck perfect for…

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220 Prospect Avenue is a gorgeous five bedroom home located in the heart of Snug Harbor. This beautiful large colonial has a eat in kitchen, formal dining room, formal living room with a wood burning fireplace, along with a sun room and office. This home has so much to offer and is just a few minutes to the Snug Harbor Cultural Center and the Staten Island Ferry!

Contact listing agent, Steve Licursi at 917-572-3357 or call the office at 718-370-3200

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1633 Victory Blvd is a magnificent brick colonial single family home located in Castleton Corners, Staten Island. This single family home can also be used as professional space and a three bedroom apartment. It has gorgeous hardwood floors throughout and a two car detached garage with a second level with plenty of storage. Also, conveniently located to schools, highways, transportation and shopping!

Contact listing agent, Gloria Craven at 646-265-2727 or call the office at 718-370-3200

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