Developer Taylor Morrison has opened another community in East County to considerable fanfare.

Esplanade at The Heights opened May 8.

Taylor Morrison Division President Joe Fontana said interest in Esplanade at The Heights is strong six homes already are under contract because of the Esplanade brand and because of the communitys location off Honore Avenue, just west of Ward Lake.

Its community includes a giant hill called Mount Tumulo (the Italian word for mound) that separates two distinct Taylor Morrison communities Esplanade and Grandview within The Heights development.

Sales in Grandview at The Heights, a future community of 170 homes, began in late January and how have reached 36 homes. Prices start in the high $200,000s and homes are between 1,582 and 3,422 square feet.

Esplanade at The Heights carries the Esplanade lifestyle brand, but is a boutique version with no golf course. It will have about 260 units and features include a resort-style pool and spa, fitness center, a cabana area, lighted tennis, pickleball and bocce courts, anda dog park.

Esplanade at The Heights offers villas and single-family homes with villas starting around $295,000 and home base prices starting between $329,000 to $369,000. Sizes range from 1,533 square feet for a villa up to 2,275 square feet for the largest home.

Fontana said his company has enhanced its virtual chat system, added Zoom calls with sales agents on a Smart device and starting conversations without having customers needing to set foot in any models if they so wish.

He said teams have been trained on how to do that, and how to do that well.

So much of what we do is body language, and emotional, Fontana said. Now youre trying to understand what the customer is looking for without them being in front of you.

Fontana said nationwide, there have been 1,500 virtual tours and 100 homes sold virtually with buyers never setting foot inside the model themselves.

Fontana said the shift to engage buyers virtually is a trend he expects would have needed to happen over the next five years anyway.

I think a lot of the things were doing now the virus is really accelerating, Fontana said. Were were forced to do them sooner telemarketing, virtual tours, Zoom, virtual meetings, working from home.

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Theres perhaps no neighborhood more iconic than Beverly Hills. Thanks to a certain 90s teen drama series, we all know its zip code, recognize its landmarks and envy its well-heeled residents. If youre looking for a newly constructed condo in the storied Los Angeles neighborhood and have the budget to back it up, consider one of these five luxury options.

Developer: Genton Property Group Status: Construction Priced from: $3,120,000

Reflections of LA is a 12-story, Four Seasons-branded tower touting 59 custom for-sale homes. The bespoke interiors were designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, who counts Kylie Jenner, Cher, Tommy Hilfiger and John Stamos among his clientele. Expect professional-grade gourmet kitchens with integrated Gaggenau appliances, stunning master bathrooms featuring deep soaking tubs and separate glass-walled showers, and sliding glass walls for seamless indoor/outdoor living.

In true Four Seasons fashion, the curated services and amenities are second to none. Highlights include a 1,600-square-foot fitness center, private IMAX theatre, exclusive chef experiences, and an open-air courtyard pool surrounded by cabanas. The residence is currently under construction and sales are expected to launch later this year.

Developer: K Pacific Investments Status: Complete Priced from: $1,900,000

If youre on a shorter timeline, Pacific Star offers move-in ready luxury penthouses, condominiums and two-story townhomes in the heart of Beverly Hills. Featuring up to 2,200 square feet of living space, the floorplans are intelligently designed with high ceilings, expansive windows, open shared spaces and large terraces.

Smart home features come standard, including Nest thermostats that control the radiant in-floor heating, integrated speaker systems, USB outlets in every room and high-efficiency LED lighting. Residents will live within walking distance of Rodeo Drive, the Beverly Hills Farmers Market, and the many restaurants, salons, fitness studios and boutiques that line Beverly Drive.

Developers: Bilgili Group and SHVO Status: Construction Priced from: TBA

This seven-story residence is currently under construction at the apex of Beverly Hills Golden Triangle. Upon completion in 2021, the development will include 54 condominiums, 6,650 square feet of retail space and exclusive resident amenities, such as a landscaped courtyard and a rooftop pool with sweeping city views.

9200 Wilshire Boulevard is not selling just yet, but the project recently released a batch of new renderings depicting its revised design. Conceived by MVE + Partners, the sleek facade will feature a mix of limestone, travertine, white-painted steel and glass. Select units will have spacious, covered balconies or terraces and there appears to be a rooftop pool and alfresco amenity area.

Developer: Unlisted Status: Complete Priced from: $1,890,000

Two modern residences are currently available at 1333 Beverly Green Drive. Unit 202 is a three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom stunner spanning over 2,300 square feet. Priced at $1,890,000, its appointed with hardwood floors throughout, smart home technology, custom cabinetry and closets, and a stylish linear fireplace with a stone surround.

Unit 301 boasts three bedrooms and three-and-a-half-bathrooms over 2,728 square feet. The chef-worthy kitchen is equipped with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, a waterfall island and a roomy pantry. Theres a private elevator with controlled access and a rooftop deck with plenty of space for lounging or dining. With a slightly larger footprint, this residence is priced at $2,195,000.

Developer: Palisades Status: Complete Priced from: $3,700,000

Combining sustainability and world-renowned architecture, Gardenhouse is a one-of-a-kind project featuring a collection of Row Houses, Garden Flats and Sky Villas. This is MAD Architects first foray into the United States market and theyve delivered a suite of custom homes with airy, contemporary interiors and barrierless connections to the outdoors. The layouts were designed to feel like single-family residences and the community itself is reminiscent of a modern-day village.

Gardenhouse is centered around an open-air atrium with a canopy of trees and secret garden, providing privacy for the residences but also a quiet place to meditate or read a book by the reflective pool. Adding to the eco-friendly aesthetic is the largest living wall in the country, which envelops much of the structure.

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Many businesses have faced financial hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The home improvement industry, much of which is considered essential business, is faring far better.

Michael DeMarco, owner of On The Spot Home Improvements in Saddle Brook,said his sales have increased about 25% since the pandemic hit. On The Spot does emergency home repairs, as well as roofing, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, deck installation, power washing and gutter installation, repair and cleaning.

On The Spot Home Improvements has implemented safety measures for its staff, including regular cleanings of the office and trucks and PPE gear(Photo: Courtesy of On The Spot Home Improvements)

Theres a lot of people staying home, said DeMarco. People have called us saying their home is going to be their office for the foreseeable future, and they want to make it nice.

According to DeMarco, many of his clients rerouted the money from their canceled vacations to finance repairs andadditions to their homes.

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Social distancing rules have made homethe safest place to be. With parks packed, backyards and front porches have becomethe ideal place to get some sun and let the kids burn off some energy which means On The Spot Home Improvements and other landscaping, contracting and home improvement businesses are experiencing a rise in sales.

Swing Set & Toy Warehouse, which has locations in Upper Saddle River, Freehold, Fleming and East Hanover, has seen a 50% increase in business, said Sue Williams, a sales representative for the company for the past 30 years.

Ive never seen anything like it, said Williams. Trampolines, basketball hoops and swing sets, specifically, are being ordered nonstop.

Usually families decide to buy swing sets when their children are age-appropriate. But now, Im seeing even people with very young kids buying this year, she added. Why? Because being outside eases stress, said Williams, especially in a time when entire families are cooped up at home.

On The Spot Home Improvements has been busy redoing bathrooms, kitchens and more during the pandemic.(Photo: Courtesy of On The Spot Home Improvements)

The phones at Jacobsen Landscape Design in Midland Park, which designs landscaping for pools and patios andinstalls irrigation systems and outdoor landscape lighting, have been ringing off the hook, as customers yearn for more put-together homes.

Of course, things in the home improvement industry have changed since the pandemic. DeMarco says his staff members wear masks and get their temperatures taken at the door. They keep 6 feet apart from each other and clients. The office building and trucks are constantly being sanitized.

On The Spot Home Improvements has seen an increase in its revenue, as folks reroute their vacation money to pay for pool installations and more.(Photo: Courtesy of On The Spot Home Improvements)

DeMarco predicts the home improvement boomwill continue for the next year, even as businesses and entertainment venues open up. As expensive vacations will likely have to be canceled for the rest of the year, he thinks that money will instead go to building a new cabana in the backyard, installing a pool, or finally building that dream deck.

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Its literally a breath of fresh air, to be in another environment, says Joan Talmadge, who, with her husband, Jeff, owns the vacation rental platform WeNeedaVacation.com. While she expects to see fewer tourists on Cape Cod this summer, given COVID-19 concerns and the potential for restrictions on restaurants, beaches, and other attractions, she says, We also anticipate a great pent-up demand from vacationers who cant wait to get out of their homes restrictions or not.

Mark and Gwenn Snider, owners of the Nantucket Hotel and Resort, expect this season to be something of a throwback. Itll be more like the 1950s and early 60s, Mark Snider says, with families drawn to the simplicity of open spaces and natural beauty. The hotel is already soliciting vintage vacation photos from guests to celebrate that spirit. If youre coming to go bar hopping, thats probably a very different experience this year, Snider says. [But] I think a lot of people will be very happy to get out of their homes, and people will be looking for local destinations.

Indeed, 47 percent of Americans surveyed by the US Travel Association in April said they would be more likely to travel by car for any post-pandemic vacations, and 42 percent are now more likely to choose destinations closer to home.

Thats good news for properties such as Basin Harbor on Vermonts Lake Champlain, where most guests arrive by car from nearby states, says general manager Jamie Fox. He expects the resorts 74 private cottages and sprawling setting to be a selling point this year. Were on 700 acres, so no matter what you do, you can get away from people, Fox says. We have a lot of hiking trails around the property. We have a great waterfront area where people can rent kayaks and canoes, and they can rent powerboats and go out on the lake with their family and be separate from other groups of people.

As idyllic as that sounds, traveling this summer may still be a surreal experience at times. Hotels across the region are developing safety and cleaning protocols based on guidance from state public health departments and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, says Beth Steucek, chief executive of the New England Inn and Resort Association. So expect chlorine vapors, even if theres not a pool.

Staff will probably be serving with masks on, Steucek says, and guests will likely encounter plexiglass shields at front desks, tables removed from restaurants to add space between diners, near-constant cleaning of common areas, and an end to self-serve breakfast buffets and coffee stations. It will look different, but I think people will understand that and respect that, she says.

While most seasonal properties have delayed their openings and are still working out details, some year-round establishmentssuch as the Nantucket Hotel and 16 Bay View in Camden, Maine have already put stringent protocols in place while hosting medical staff and other essential workers this spring. They offer a preview of what guests can expect this summer.

Matthew Levin, director of hotels and marketing for 16 Bay Views parent company, believes the new procedures theyve adopted on top of an already strict cleaning protocol including the use of personal protective equipment and the frequent, diligent disinfection of common areas will remain in effect for quite a while, and perhaps become regular practice moving forward, he says. Likewise, social distancing wont be going away anytime soon. Even if its not mandated, it will still be second nature for most of us.

Another practice Levin expects to continue when his groups seasonal properties open in June is a minimum 24-hour period between room stays. Daily housekeeping will also be suspended, at least initially, with guests able to request new towels or toiletries to be delivered to the room. I think the guests expectations will dictate how this will eventually look, he says.

In spite of all the work to keep guests and staff safe, hoteliers remain committed to sparking vacation magic. Were not a hospital, but we want to be able to assure our guests that were following all the most stringent protocols, says Gwenn Snider. But we try to surprise and delight our guests its a hallmark of our hospitality ethos and we dont want to lose that.

To that end, the Sniders, who also own the Winnetu Oceanside Resort on Marthas Vineyard, plan to make use of the ample outdoor space at their properties to create a broader range of dining options, including pre-packed picnic baskets and grab-and-go restaurant meals that guests can enjoy outdoors. Guests may also be able to reserve private cabanas by the pool or elsewhere on the property, where they can enjoy chef-prepared meals. One of things people love to do on the island is eat out, so we have to reinvent that, Snider says.

Fox is hoping his team at Basin Harbor in Vermont can get creative as well, because theres so much uncertainty ahead. More than 20 million people lost their jobs in April, and somehow, thats not even the biggest threat to tourism right now. Youre not just dealing with peoples inability to spend, Fox says, youre dealing with peoples fears around getting sick, and that adds a whole new element. Hes planning to offer lower rates with more flexible cancellation terms, but whether thats enough to lure people from the safety of their homes remains to be seen.

In addition to a shortened season, Fox is bracing for lower occupancy rates, and is planning to hire a lean, local staff no H2-B visa applicants from abroad this year trained as utility players. Were going to set the tone that wed love to hire you as a bartender, but we may need you as a server or we may need you as a bellhop, he says. We really want to create a team-oriented, all-hands-on-deck mind-set.

The biggest financial hit, though, has come from a lost season of weddings, Fox says. Brides and grooms dont really want to wear masks, he notes, and almost everything about a wedding, from dancing to dining at banquet tables, defies social distancing.

Levin fears this year could be worse than the depths of the Great Recession. We are definitely forecasting a much slower than anticipated, shorter peak season, he says. He also expects booking behavior to shift more toward last-minute planning by travelers within a days drive of Camden mostly New Englanders who think of midcoast Maine as a safe escape.

Fox is also counting on the appeal of fresh air and waterfront living. We just have everything people are craving right now, he says. For urbanites stressed out after being on high alert in the presence of other people, he adds, We have the ability to take that worry away to some degree.

In the age of social distancing, Talmadge of WeNeedaVacation.com says houses with a private beach, pool, or frontage on one of the Capes lakes or kettle ponds likewise hold greater appeal this year. For families who simply want to spend time together outdoors, prepare their own meals at home, and relax on a deck without worrying about bumping into other people in a hotel lobby, even a modest vacation rental makes a lot of sense, she adds.

Thats especially true for those seeking a longer getaway. Were noticing a real uptick in inquiries for longer stays, for more than a month even, and weve never seen that before for the summer, Talmadge says. With many nonessential workers permitted or encouraged to work remotely, some could be looking to upgrade the view from their home offices.

Or it might simply be a case of collective cabin fever, Talmadge says. I think a lot of people, after this lockdown, feel that a week is just a tease.

Jon Gorey is a regular contributor to the Globe Magazine. Send comments to magazine@globe.com.

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Are you still looking to buy or sell a house (or both) thisyear?

While many real estate experts are confident the marketwhich has seen a significant decline in sales and a small month-over-month drop in priceswill recover in the fall, it's hard to say how the pandemic will affect buyers and sellers goingforward.

Real estate brokerage and website Zoocasa also says there were 532 new listings in Mississauga in April and 260 home sales; reflecting a steep 72 per cent year-over-year decline intransactions.

Average home prices in Mississauga grew faster than the regional average at 8 per cent annually, ending April at$832,112.

A closer look at housing types reveals that detached house prices grew 5 per cent year-over-year to $1,168,041, while semi-detached and condo apartments grew 6 per cent to $802,661 and $500,349,respectively.

Here's a look at some of the most (and least) expensive homes inMississauga:

MostAffordable

8 - 3360 The Credit Woodlands

This two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo townhouse (which boasts up to 1,399 square feet of space), sold for $299,000 after being listed for $325,000. The unit features two parking spots, wood floors and a walk-out to a private, fenced-in yard. It also has a finished basement with a tenant renting thespace.

712 - 1110 WaldenCircle

This condo sold for $355,000 after being listed for $349,900. The approximately 699 square foot unit boasts one bedroom, one bathroom, and one parking spot. Located in Clarkson Village, the suite comes with a membership at the Walden Club, which has squash courts, tennis courts, a heated outdoor pool and a partyroom.

119 - 111 Bristol RdE

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit sold for $369,900 after being listed for exactly that price. Offering about 599 square feet of space and one parking spot, the end unit also boasts cathedralceilings.

501 - 880 Dundas StW

This relatively rare studio unit sold for $373,000 after being listed for $289,000. Offering one bathroom, two parking spots and about 500 square feet of space, the suite has floor to ceiling windows and the maintenance fees cover allutilities.

312 - 2900 BattlefordRd

This home sold for $375,000 after being listed for $319,000. The unit boasts one bedroom, one bathroom, two parking spots and about 699 square feet of space. It has an open concept living and dining area, and the kitchen has a ceramicbacksplash.

MostExpensive

1570 WatersedgeRd

This custom-built lakefront home sold for $11,999,000 after being listed for $12,888,000. It boasts six bedrooms, eight bathrooms and seven parking spots. Offering over 12,000 square feet of living space, the home features a gourmet kitchen, a formal lounge, a master bedroom with his and hers walk-in closets and a basement with a theatreroom.

1396 CrescentRd

This French country-inspired home sold for $4,130,000 after being listed for $4,349,850. The Lorne Park house boasts six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, eight parking spots and about 11,000 square feet of space. It also offers a second-floor nannysuite.

2060 DicksonRd

This 10,000 square foot Gordon Woods home sold for $3,975,000 after being listed for $4,099,000. The home offers five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, 10 parking spaces and a large 75 x 442 "Muskoka-like" lot. The house boasts an in-ground saltwater pool, a hot tub and acabana.

1430 BirchviewDr

This Lorne Park home sold for $3,228,000 after being listed for $3,499,800. It offers five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and eight parking spots. It also boasts a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, wood flooring on the main and upper levels and a walk-out to a coveredterrace.

181 KenollieAve

This Mineola West home sold for $3,020,000 after being listed for $3,298,000. It boasts five bedrooms, six bathrooms, about 7,300 square feet of space and eight parking spaces. The home is set on a large private lot at the end of a quietstreet.

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Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton are officially shacking up together. The musical couple recently closed the deal on their very first home together, a mansion in Encino, California, Variety reports. According to the outlet, Stefani and Shelton shelled out $13.2 million for the estate, which sits on a 1.6-acre lot and spans approximately 13,000 square feet.

Because the deal happened off-market, and because the home was newly built on spec, there are few photos of the actual house itself, though renderings of the three-story mansion reveal a host of amenities, including a four-car garage, a large kitchen with top-end appliances, an Atmos home theater, and a stunning backyard cabana with its own wet bar and outdoor kitchen situated adjacent to a large pool and inset spa. Because the home is tucked right up against the foothills, it is extra private, with two oversize gates shielding it from street view. Noted developer Evan Gaskin was responsible for the design and execution.

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Both Stefani and Shelton, who initially met as judges on The Voicein 2014 and started dating in 2015, shed their old homes in recent years: The country singer sold the Brentwood, Tennessee, home he shared with his now ex-wife Miranda Lambert in January 2017 for $2.25 million. And just last October, Stefani sold the Beverly Hills mansion she used to co-own with then husband Gavin Rossdale for $21 million(she initially listed it for $35 million back in 2017).

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GettySinger Shakira (L) and her husband and footballer Gerard Pique of FC Barcelona (R)

Shakiras house will be on fine display during the Disney Family Singalong Volume II, which airs Sunday, May 10 at 7 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. The Colombian superstar is one of dozens of celebrities appearing on TV for the special, which is raising money for Feeding America.

Ahead of the show, heres what we know about where Shakira, her husband Girard Pique, and their children are quarantining during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Shakira owns several homes all over the world. According to Velvet Ropes, she owns a mansion in Miami and a villa in Barcelona, plus a private island in the Bahamas she bought in 2011 with Pink Floyd member Roger Waters and Spanish singer Alejandro Sanz for $15 million. The plans were to build a luxury resort there, though its unclear whether any real estate has been developed there.

It would seem Shakira and her family are quarantining in the Barcelona villa because she made a comment in an Instagram video about being here in Europe Barcelona is in Spain.

Shakiras Barcelona home is a seven-bedroom property in a town called Esplugues de Llobregat. It boasts two kitchens, a gym, a cabana, and an outdoor swimming pool. Her Miami Beach property is on the water and boasts 8700 square feet of living space and 100 feet of waterfront on Biscayne Bay.

The singer has been keeping busy in quarantine. She recently posted a picture of herself to Instagram talking to the CEO of Sony Music Latin while blow-drying her hair. She has also been taking an Ancient Philosophy course online through the University of Pennsylvania.

She writes on Instagram, I know my hobbies are very impractical, but it took a lot of hours after the kids were asleep. Thank you, Plato and predecessors, for all the fun over the past month!

Just like with the first Disney Family Singalong, the performers this time run the gamut across the musical landscape, from divas to Disney stalwarts to dancers. The star-studded lineup includes:

Christina Aguilera, Tituss Burgess, Sabrina Carpenter, Chloe x Halle, Billy Eichner, Hayley Erbert, Halsey, Josh Gad, Donald Glover, Derek Hough, Julianne Hough, Jennifer Hudson, Lang Lang, John Legend, Idina Menzel, Miguel, Keke Palmer, Katy Perry, Ben Platt, Seth Rogen, Anika Noni Rose, Walter Russell III, Rebel Wilson, Shakira, and Disney on Broadway stars Merle Dandridge, Heather Headley, Adam Jacobs, Caissie Levy, Kara Lindsay, Kevin Massey, and Josh Strickland.

Plus, Kermit, Miss Piggy and the rest of The Muppets will open the show, and Dancing with the Stars professional dancers Lindsay Arnold, Alan Bersten, Witney Carson, Val Chmerkovskiy, Jenna Johnson, Sasha Farber and Emma Slater team up for an outstanding remote ensemble routine to Zero to Hero with Keke Palmer.

The ABC press release also teases that there are some surprise performances in store for fans as well.

Families and vulnerable members of the community who need help can visit FeedingAmerica.org/FeedTheLove to learn more about Feeding Americas COVID-19 response and how to locate local food banks for help.

The Disney Family Singalong Volume II airs Sunday, May 10 at 7 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

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As Torontonianssit sequestered in our homes perhaps coming to terms with the fact that the closer summer gets, the less likely we are to get much of onedue to the pandemic residentsseem to befeeling extra sentimental and reminiscing on all of the things they miss about the city.

With no concerts or other events to look forward to in the foreseeable future, no restaurants or bars open for a sit-down meal or a patio pint, no stores to browse around in an attempt tosolace our growing existential dread via retail therapy, life can seem pretty bleak.

But, remembering thegood times (and hoping they'll be back soon), may help.

One of the Toronto things people seem to miss the most is grabbing food and drinks at their favourite local spots: an intimidatingplate of Sneaky Dee's nachos, fluffy Japanese pancakes from Fuwa Fuwa, a beer tasting flightfrom AmsterdamBrewhouse, some deep-fried plant-based goodness from theHogtown Vegan, or a handcrafted espresso beverage from their neighbourhood cafe.

Unforgettable drag parties at Crews & Tangos, or nights out on the town in general, are another thing that people are longing to relive during these dark days.

Sports games are another obvious one, though the fact that the Raptors and Leafs are beginning to practice again may provide a glimmer of hope for some.

And also, events in general, whether they be a game at the Scotiabank Arena, a concert at the Danforthor the annualToronto Comic Arts Festival, which was due to take place last weekend.

Some people just wish they couldpack a car full of friends and drive around the city singing the besthits by beloved Toronto artists (ones that reference the city, of course).

And others would prefer to hop onthe ferry or a water taxi over to the Toronto Islands and catchthe iconic view of the city skyline from the lake a key summer escapade thatpeople are really going to pine for now that traffic to Centre Island and Hanlan's has been temporarily suspended for anyone who doesn't live there.

There's also waiting in an overly busy lineup a normal,uncomfortably close one, not a socially distant one to get daydrunk off ofmimosas atbrunch: another peak Toronto activity on any given Saturday or Sunday morning.

Some people miss simply being able to go to work and hang out with their colleagues at what feels like a second home (since we're all getting pretty sick of our actualhomes, these days).

While others want to hide out and get some work done somewhere like the sprawling Toronto Reference Library (especially book lovers who can't access library services right now).

And like theAmericans famously protesting with ridiculoussigns, some Toronto citizens just want a haircut but hopefully it's more about the bonding chats with their beloved stylist than the actual cut itself.

The best and most Toronto things that people are missing right now, though, have to be the ones that we usually love to hate: infuriating TTC shuttle buses and packed subway platforms,an overhyped andultimately disappointing new eatery, getting lost in the confusing-as-hell labyrinth that is the PATH even the Trinity Bellwoods slackliners and cringeworthy hotspots like theCabana Pool Bar.

In a hilarious Twitter thread on the topic which includes some ofthe best/worst and most notoriously Toronto things there are also mentions of diveystaples likeJava House andthe Imperial Pub, the eccentric characters ofYonge-Dundas Square, and the midnight chaos of the Queen-Spadina McDonald's.

And, of course, the (sufferin) Dufferin Mall,Union Station construction, sketchy basement washrooms,Peter Parkour and the daunting out-of-service escalator at Scotiabank Theatre, among other things.

Yes, we miss it all, and terribly so:lineups, traffic, construction, smelly streets, ALL OF IT.

Just having the chance to impatiently meanderdown a busy Queen West sidewalk on a sunny day, or push pastatangle of out-of-towners vying for some Instagrammable ice cream, or wait for a table on the patio atBellwoods Brewerywould be heaven for most of us right about now.

Hopefully one thing to come from this health crisis will be a newfound love and appreciation for all of the quirks of this city that, though at times annoying, lend it the warm familiarity that makes it home.

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The tour of tennis is stopped for an indefinite period due to the pandemic of coronavirus. Accordingly, the tennis stars are confined in their homes and spend a nice time with your family. The former world no. 1 Serena Williams also loves to spend time with his family.

Williams is excessively active in social networks during the quarantine period. The legend american has posted several videos of her playing with the Olympia, cooking food with his daughter and playing tennis on the lawn against herself.

Casa Serena Williams in Palm Beach Garden, Florida Subsequently, their fans were amazed with your fabulous home while they were watching their videos. Williams is spending time with her husband Alexis Ohanian and his daughter Olympia in his impressive mansion in Palm Beach Garden in Florida.

The house of luxury of Serene, which is a co-owner with her sister Venus Williams, has a size of 7,323 square feet. The house has a roof with clay tile, and the property also includes a swimming pool with a cabana and a tennis court.

According to reports, Williams has been the owner of the property for more than two decades. She bought the property in 1998 for $ 525,000. Then built improvements in the luxurious house during the following two years.

Serena Williams is one of the athletes best paid in the world. She has earned more than $ 92 million in awards during his professional career tennis for 25 years until now. Last year, he won $ 4.3 million in prizes.

In addition, other $ 25 million come from the support of sponsors like Nike, JP Morgan and Gatorade, reported Forbes. Williams became the first athlete to reach the annual list of Forbes of the richest women made themselves in the world.

It has investments in more than 30 new businesses through Serena Ventures and has an estimated fortune of $ 225 million. Serena certainly has learned how to invest better than Alexis Ohanian .

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The new Active Independent Living Community at Discovery Village At Sarasota Bay will include 198 luxurious apartment and Signature Club homes situated around a spacious Grande Clubhouse featuring a state-of-the-art FitCamp(SM) health & fitness center and resort-style amenities for active, upscale senior living

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla., March 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Discovery Senior Living held a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, Feb. 26, officially commencing construction of a state-of-the-art Independent Living community at Discovery Village At Sarasota Bay. Company executives, developers, and invited guests including approximately 40 members of the Bradenton and Sarasota business communities were in attendance.

The nearly $50 million community has been specifically designed to empower freedom and lifestyle flexibility for today's more active seniors. Features and amenities will include a spacious Grande Clubhouse featuring multiple, upscale dining options; Legends Club, a full-service bar and bistro with pizza oven; Discovery Silver Cinema movie theater; and a professional beauty salon, spa and barbershop with massage services. Discovery Village At Sarasota Bay will also offer a high-tech FitCampSM health & fitness center, where residents will receive individualized workout plans and one-on-one coaching and support from FitCampSM Personal Trainers. Outside, the community will provide a zero-entry heated pool with private cabanas, plus an intimate, outdoor entertainment space with a cozy fireplace.

"From top to bottom, the newIndependent Living community at Discovery Village At Sarasota Bay is being created to enable new levels of lifestyle customization for resident seniors," said Richard J. Hutchinson, CEO of Discovery Senior Living. "Consistent with our company's 'Experiential Living' philosophy, the community's design and construction will complement a highly experience-focused program and services that empower more optionality, choice, and personalization of every lifestyle facet from dining and recreation to fitness and beyond."

Resident accommodations will include 198 luxurious apartment homes, each one offering spacious, modern kitchens, stainless steel appliances and full-size bathrooms with walk-in showers. The community will also introduce a number of Signature Club apartments with dedicated, underground parking.

The newIndependent Living community will further complement the community's award-winning Assisted Living and SHINESM Memory Care offerings, resulting in a full range of available lifestyle options to better meet the changing needs of seniors through all stages of retirement.

The active, Independent Living community, expected to open in Fall 2021, is being built at 1414 69th Ave. W in Bradenton. Upon completion, it stands to create at least 70 new jobs for the community. Key design and construction partners include architect Architectural Concepts, interior designer Discovery Design Concepts and general contractor Henning Holdings. Financing for the new Discovery Village At Sarasota Bay has been provided by Kayne Anderson, Healthpeak Properties and Gulfside Homes.

About Discovery Senior Living

Discovery Senior Living is a family of companies which includes: Discovery Management Group, Discovery Development Group, Discovery Design Concepts, Discovery Marketing Group, and Discovery At Home, a Medicare-certified home healthcare company. With almost three decades of experience, the award-winning management group has been developing, building, marketing, and operating upscale, luxury senior-living communities across the United States. By integrating the company's highly innovative and successful "Experiential Living" philosophy across its flourishing portfolio of almost 10,000 existing homes or homes under development, Discovery Senior Living has become a recognized industry leader in creating world-class, resort-style communities.

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discovery-senior-living-breaks.jpg Discovery Senior Living Breaks Ground on New Active Independent Living Community at Discovery Village At Sarasota Bay Groundbreaking ceremony for the new Active Independent Living community at Discovery Village At Sarasota Bay. Discovery Senior Living executives and Team Members pictured from left to right: Tammy Kaminski, Bill Sciortino, Richard J. Hutchinson, Kevin Cherrington, Diana Ferrante Theis, Lou Maranto, Bernardo Baraya, Dylan Hutchinson & Jolene Moore.

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