On The Town!

It’s July! That means the days are hotter than ever and time spent indoors is all the more valuable to your health and comfort!   Since hot weather typically means you’ll be inside a lot more often, it’s sometimes difficult to determine just how to spend your weekend when you feel there’s nothing to do around town! Your apartment acts as your home, as well as a gateway to entertainment during the best (and worst) of times! Time spent becoming acquainted with all the odds and ends of your living space is essential for really experiencing the full joys that apartment living has to offer!   This summer, it’s important to stay cool and keep hydrated. Make sure that your unit is always well equipped with a proper AC unit and keep track of your electrical usage if you’re living in areas with higher-than-average temperatures. And especially remember to contact your resident leasing staff in the event that something happens where you’re not getting enough cooling!   Additionall...

December has arrived, which means things are probably a lot frostier over at your apartment! With this in mind, it’s important to take the time to prepare your home for when it’s time to beat the chill and keep things nice and warm!  With this in mind, I’m breaking down some handy tips and tricks to help you ensure a comfy, toasty living space just in time for the holidays. Ready to get started? Let’s go! First, always pay attention to your thermostat! If you’re someone who’s very frugal, chances are you’re not going to want to be adjusting your thermostat too much during the season! That said, you should always keep an eye on the weather and ensure that you’re keeping nice and warm! There’s a difference between being a little chilly indoors and outright freezing . Keep your thermostat at an appropriate temperature and make sure you’re not letting it drop too much for the sake of saving money! Remember, keeping warm prevents future illness and the last thing you want is a cold duri...

The holidays can be a very stressful time for all of us, especially for those of us with family coming over! If you’re living in an apartment, it can be especially taxing given the smaller, more intimate space of your environment! When it comes to ensuring the best possible means of prepping your home for the holidays, there are plenty of different options available. Apartment residents need not panic--it can be a breeze once you take the time to focus, take a deep breath, and prep yourself for what’s to come! Holiday parties can be a great way to catch up with what’s been happening with friends and family. The trick is to make sure that your apartment is amply supplied with the best decorations and snacks for everyone! Try to maximize space in the event that there will be a lot of people in attendance. You can even bring out the holiday decorations in order to make sure your apartment looks as festive as possible. I definitely recommend supplying your fridge with plenty of finger-food...

Halloween-themed events are always worthy of attention, especially if you’re a fan of the silly and spooky. When you combine it with the opportunity to do some actual good for people in need, that’s when things are REALLY worth it! Running from October 15th to October 30th, Scare For a Cure features Halloween special effects artists, set builders, audio and lighting techs, costume designers, make-up artists, and actors ready and waiting to welcome guests into the best haunted house event in the Austin area!  Participants will crawl, crouch, and interact with actors as they physically travel through the haunted house experience! There will be plenty of blood, slime, obstacle courses, slides, and REAL balls of fire! The staff is 100 percent volunteer and features an array of dedicated individuals ready to help this Halloween season feel absolutely spectacular. And the very best part of all? All net profits from the haunted house will be donated to local cancer-related charities and o...

Dallas is all about fancy art and spectacular sightings!  Running from October 7th to November 3rd, guests can witness the incredible, visually spectacular “Passage” installation! This immersive, minimalist, interactive artwork explores the emotional connections that we develop with light and sound. It consists of 20 circles of pure light that form a tunnel in which bystanders can explore and experience. The passage through the tunnel activates unique light animations and sounds, each with its own special ambiance.  For anyone with an artist’s eye or has children with a big imagination, this is the perfect opportunity to explore a truly magical, scenic experience you won’t want to miss! And since the installation is located directly in the heart of Downtown Dallas, there will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy the sights and sounds of the cityscape complete with a beautiful artistic outing you’ll never forget! Dallas has everything, from entertainment to great food to top-not...