Top Blogs to Check Out On Patch This Week

Here is what your neighbors are saying this week. If you have something to say and are interested in blogging on Patch, e-mail Erica.Jackson@Patch.com.

1. Keratin Treatments

Stephanie Brock explains what the hype surrounding keratin treatments is all about.

2. America Deserves a Better Deficit Reduction Plan

Congressman Tim Bishop wrote that sequestration cuts will hinder job growth and the economy.

3. Pet of the Week: Ruthie May Be Too Cute for Words

Rebecca Hoey introduces an adorable Jack Russell mix with a heart of gold awaits adoption at the Town of Southold Animal Shelter.

4. It's All About Snakes

Reptile Rob's Ponds and Pets talks about snakes as pets.

5. Attention Brides! Things To Consider For Your First Hair and Makeup Trial

Elaine Campbell provides a list of things for brides to consider for their first hair and makeup trial.

5. Holly & Heather’s Helpful Hint: Unplug

Holly&Heather talk about the benefits of taking a break from your electronics.

6. IRS Outlines Eight Tax Benefits for Parents

Dianne Besunder provided eight benefits parent's shouldn’t miss when filing taxes this year.

7. Live-brary Lovers New Quarterly Online Book Discussion

Suffolk County Public Libraries' Live-brary.com announces that it has launched a new quarterly online book discussion.