When and if you’ve ever sold your home, did you leave the buyer — the new owner — a gift in the home, such as a bottle of champagne in the fridge, or some other kind of offering?

It is somewhat of an unspoken tradition for sellers to do so and we got a lot of interesting and funny responses when we posed this question on Zillow’s Facebook page. Here are some of them:

“I leave a lovely welcome basket in the home – complete w/a roll of TP. It’s always the one thing they need and don’t unpack 1st.”

“When my parents bought their home, the Realtor took them to Capital Grille to celebrate. They’ve recommended him to everyone since.”

“I couldn’t sell my home… But I left a bottle of Jägermeister for my renters.”

“No booze but I had a seller purchase 3 cords of firewood for me before I moved in.”

“I left a lawnmower once!”

“We had our seller leave us a beer and a split of cold duck… in the dirtiest refrigerator you’ve ever seen!”

“I left 2 tall cans of Old Milwaukee when I sold my single wide with a carport.”

“When I sell a property I leave the buyers a card with flowers and I bring cookies to the title company!”

“I saved a bottle until I sold a home and when I cracked it open it had turned to vinegar it had been so long “

“Yes. I have. I also had one client with a love of chocolate chip mint ice cream so I loaded his freezer with it). lol I like to do little things specific to the person.”

“…when we moved to Texas – the previous owner left a “blue bonnet” on the kitchen counter and nice note telling me it was the state flower. I watered that thing for 3 weeks before I realized it was plastic. lol”

“I also leave a new roll of T.P., paper-towels, new hand soap, dish soap and broom set too. I feel good to leave them presents I know they’ll use…All the stuff I usually forget when I move into a new place. Always nice to pay it forward. ”

How about you? Have you ever left a gift for the new owner? Leave a comment below, or on Zillow’s Facebook post.

1.  New York Remembers

Where: Rockland Community College, 145 College Rd., Suffern, NY 10901

Rockland Community College will host the “New York Remembers” exhibit from 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m. through the long weekend, displaying artifacts from the September 11 attacks. While it’s not the most carefree way to celebrate the end of summer, this exhibit is sure to offer an educational and emotional experience for the whole family, and it’s a good way to honor the lives lost as the 10th anniversary approaches.

Features: Open to All

Website: www.sunyrockland.edu

 

2. Make a Difference Mondays

Where: Bravo! Cucina Italiana, 4374 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack, NY 10994

If you’re looking to celebrate Labor Day by going out to dinner, why not contribute to a good cause while you dine? Bravo! Cucina Italiana is hosting its “Make a Difference Mondays” on Sept. 5 by donating 10% of your bill to the 2011 Greater Hudson Valley Walk for Autism Speaks, held on Oct. 15. Head over to the restaurant anytime after 4 p.m.

Features: Open to All

Website: www.bravoitalian.com

 

3. Botanical Gardens “All About Apples”

Where: NY Botanical Gardens, 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY 10458

This is a nice spin on apple picking and a great activity for the kids. On Monday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., search the garden for apples and then decorate them together.

Features: Open to All, $10-$20

Website: www.nybg.org

 

4. Boulders Game Benefit

Where: 1 Provident Bank Park Dr., Pomona, NY 10970

On Sept. 4 at 7:05 p.m. the Rockland Boulders will face the Newark Bears, with proceeds of the ballgame benefiting the Homeland Children’s Foundation of Nyack. It’s another great way to use your holiday to help others while having fun.

Features: Open to All

Website: www.homelandchildrensfoundation.org 

 

5. Golden Apple Bicycle Tour

Where: 49 Rte. 138, Somers, NY 10589

The Westchester Cycle Club will host its 30th annual Golden Apple Bicycle tour on Sept. 4 from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. This is a great opportunity for cyclists of all skill levels to get out and get active before the weather turns cold. This year’s tour features four new routes. Register now at www.westchestercycleclub.org.

Features: Open to All

Website: www.westchestercycleclub.org 

 

6. Science Barge Sunday

Where: The Science Barge, 99 Dock St., Yonkers, NY 10701

This fun and interactive learning experience will help bring science to life for your children while you spend an afternoon by the waterfront. This week’s workshop on Sunday, Sept. 4 at 2 p.m. will teach kids about solar and wind energy and will include a hands-on project. Please RSVP to jamiekorb@gmail.com.

Features: Kids

Website: thesciencebarge.tumblr.com

 

7. Reform Temple BBQ

Where: 362 Church Rd., Putnam Valley, NY 10579

This free BBQ on Sept. 5 is a great way to get to know all of the congregants at the local reform temple. There also will be a chance to meet the Rabbi and learn about the services the temple offers. The BBQ starts at 4:30 p.m.

Features: Open to All

Website: www.rtpv.org

 

8. Movies for Kids

Where: Jacob Burns Film Center, 364 Manville Rd., Pleasantville, NY 10570

On Sept. 5 at noon, the film center will screen Jurassic Park for the entire family to enjoy at only $1 per ticket for children. That’s a deal you can’t beat!

Features: Families, Kids, Open to All, $1 Kids, $11 Adults, $6 Members

Website: http://www.burnsfilmcenter.org

 

9. 27th Labor Day Antiques Fair

Where: Lasdon Park, Arboretum & Veterans Memorial, Rte. 35, Somers, NY 10589

What better way to spend a day than searching for treasures at an antique sale? You may find just the piece you were looking for or be completely surprised by a hidden gem. The fair will take place on Sept. 5 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on the main lawn, rain or shine.

Features: Open to All, $7, Free for Kids Under 13

Website: cordshows.com

 

10. The Green Corn Festival

Where: Philipsburg Manor, 381 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591

Starting Sept. 3, Phillipsburg Manor will host the annual Green Corn Festival, a three-day celebration of Native American culture with music, storytelling, games and hands-on craft activities for the kids.

Features: Families, Kids, Open to All, $6-$12

Website: hudsonvalley.org

1.  New York Remembers

Where: Rockland Community College, 145 College Rd., Suffern, NY 10901

Rockland Community College will host the “New York Remembers” exhibit from 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m. through the long weekend, displaying artifacts from the September 11 attacks. While it’s not the most carefree way to celebrate the end of summer, this exhibit is sure to offer an educational and emotional experience for the whole family, and it’s a good way to honor the lives lost as the 10th anniversary approaches.

Features: Open to All

Website: www.sunyrockland.edu

 

2. Make a Difference Mondays

Where: Bravo! Cucina Italiana, 4374 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack, NY 10994

If you’re looking to celebrate Labor Day by going out to dinner, why not contribute to a good cause while you dine? Bravo! Cucina Italiana is hosting its “Make a Difference Mondays” on Sept. 5 by donating 10% of your bill to the 2011 Greater Hudson Valley Walk for Autism Speaks, held on Oct. 15. Head over to the restaurant anytime after 4 p.m.

Features: Open to All

Website: www.bravoitalian.com

 

3. Botanical Gardens “All About Apples”

Where: NY Botanical Gardens, 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY 10458

This is a nice spin on apple picking and a great activity for the kids. On Monday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., search the garden for apples and then decorate them together.

Features: Open to All, $10-$20

Website: www.nybg.org

 

4. Boulders Game Benefit

Where: 1 Provident Bank Park Dr., Pomona, NY 10970

On Sept. 4 at 7:05 p.m. the Rockland Boulders will face the Newark Bears, with proceeds of the ballgame benefiting the Homeland Children’s Foundation of Nyack. It’s another great way to use your holiday to help others while having fun.

Features: Open to All

Website: www.homelandchildrensfoundation.org 

 

5. Golden Apple Bicycle Tour

Where: 49 Rte. 138, Somers, NY 10589

The Westchester Cycle Club will host its 30th annual Golden Apple Bicycle tour on Sept. 4 from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. This is a great opportunity for cyclists of all skill levels to get out and get active before the weather turns cold. This year’s tour features four new routes. Register now at www.westchestercycleclub.org.

Features: Open to All

Website: www.westchestercycleclub.org 

 

6. Science Barge Sunday

Where: The Science Barge, 99 Dock St., Yonkers, NY 10701

This fun and interactive learning experience will help bring science to life for your children while you spend an afternoon by the waterfront. This week’s workshop on Sunday, Sept. 4 at 2 p.m. will teach kids about solar and wind energy and will include a hands-on project. Please RSVP to jamiekorb@gmail.com.

Features: Kids

Website: thesciencebarge.tumblr.com

 

7. Reform Temple BBQ

Where: 362 Church Rd., Putnam Valley, NY 10579

This free BBQ on Sept. 5 is a great way to get to know all of the congregants at the local reform temple. There also will be a chance to meet the Rabbi and learn about the services the temple offers. The BBQ starts at 4:30 p.m.

Features: Open to All

Website: www.rtpv.org

 

8. Movies for Kids

Where: Jacob Burns Film Center, 364 Manville Rd., Pleasantville, NY 10570

On Sept. 5 at noon, the film center will screen Jurassic Park for the entire family to enjoy at only $1 per ticket for children. That’s a deal you can’t beat!

Features: Families, Kids, Open to All, $1 Kids, $11 Adults, $6 Members

Website: http://www.burnsfilmcenter.org

 

9. 27th Labor Day Antiques Fair

Where: Lasdon Park, Arboretum & Veterans Memorial, Rte. 35, Somers, NY 10589

What better way to spend a day than searching for treasures at an antique sale? You may find just the piece you were looking for or be completely surprised by a hidden gem. The fair will take place on Sept. 5 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on the main lawn, rain or shine.

Features: Open to All, $7, Free for Kids Under 13

Website: cordshows.com

 

10. The Green Corn Festival

Where: Philipsburg Manor, 381 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591

Starting Sept. 3, Phillipsburg Manor will host the annual Green Corn Festival, a three-day celebration of Native American culture with music, storytelling, games and hands-on craft activities for the kids.

Features: Families, Kids, Open to All, $6-$12

Website: hudsonvalley.org

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Five-time NFL Pro Bowl selection LaDainian Tomlinson was picked up by the New York Jets as a free agent in 2010, but the former San Diego Chargers running back didn’t jump to put his California home on the market. As a matter of fact, Tomlinson’s San Diego home didn’t hit the market until nearly a year later. It’s now listed for $5,210,000.

The Texas-born running back, often called by his short and sweet nickname “L.T.,” picked up his massive 13+-acre San Diego area pad, tucked within the city of Poway, in 2004 for $3.5 million. As is typical with celebrity and sport star homes, the estate includes some nice recreational outlets, such as a full-size basketball court and tennis court. In addition to the 9,500-sq ft main house is a resort-style swimming pool, private theater, outside cabana with BBQ area, flat-screen TVs and heaters, and detached guest quarters.

Tomlinson’s home doesn’t actually span across the entire 13 acres, though. According to the listing, the property consists of 2 parcels, one measuring 8.24 acres and the other just over 5 acres. The second parcel is noted as being ideal for selling, or holding for development. Either way, Tomlinson is set to turn a nice profit if the home sells anywhere near the asking price. Listed for $5,210,000, a sticker price offer could turn into a 53.2 percent profit. This is apparently a common trend on the Poway real estate market. Zillow’s Real Estate Market Reports show 66.1 percent of Poway homes sold in June sold for more than their previous purchase price.

Erika Riggs contributed to this article.