3 Father’s Day Gifts Any Dad Will Love

Shopping for a Father’s Day gift can be tough. Dads come in various shapes, sizes and personalities and picking the right gift for dad can be difficult. Here is a quick list of three fun gifts that every dad is sure to love.

 

BioLite LED Lantern: even if your dad isn’t the outdoorsy type, an outdoor LED lantern is still a wonderful toy to have just in case he ever needs a light. The lanterns cost $29.95 on Amazon.

 

Heated coffee mug: if your dad drinks coffee (who’s dad doesn’t?) this may be the greatest gift ever. The 16-ounce mug plugs into your car and keeps dad morning cup of coffee warm during his ride to work.

 

Car finder: dads hate two things: asking for directions and asking for helping find the car in a parking lot. The car finder charger and app cost $27.50 on Amazon and plus into your car and gives your directions to where you are parked.

 

 

Who Has the Best Burger in Lakewood?

Don’t you just love a good burger? Well, luckily for all of us, this weekend is national hamburger day (yay!) Because if any piece of food needs a day, its hamburgers. Pizza and hot dogs may think they own the honor of being American’s favorite food, but for our money, that prize goes to a good old fashioned hamburger and fries. If you are as much of a burger fanatic as we are, here is a list of three of the best burger spots near you Lakewood apartment, so you can enjoy the meal all weekend.

 

Pacific Star Grill

6205 Bellflower Blvd
Lakewood, CA 90713

Phone number: (562) 925-2455

 

Flame’s

21006 Norwalk Blvd
Lakewood, CA 90715

Phone number: (562) 402-5742

 

Glory Days Sports Grill

4121 Woodruff Ave
Lakewood, CA 90713

Phone number: (562) 420-2424

Spring Clean Tips and Help for Staying Organized

Spring cleaning isn’t the most exciting way to spend a Saturday afternoon, but the deep cleaning of your home is something that should be done at least once a year. Here are three quick tips for spring cleaning this May.

 

Make a plan: spring cleaning and entire apartment can be overwhelming. There are so many things to clean, where do you even get started? The first is to make a plan of attack. Take a week or two for the entire process and clean one room a day.

 

Declutter: a huge part of spring cleaning is decluttering and getting rid of junk. What good would it do for you to deep clean your apartment if it’s going to stay cluttered and unorganized? Get rid of things, put them in storage, donate them, do whatever you can to declutter your area.

 

Start early: the key to getting started is to begin spring cleaning first thing in the morning. Life can get busy and if you wait until the afternoon to begin cleaning, things might never get done (you’ll be too tired and drained to even care.

Participate in National Bike to Work Day in Lakewood

Are you looking to exercise more? Or be more environmentally conscious? Well May is National Bike Month, and in particular, the third Friday of the month is national bike to work day. The city of Lakewood is looking to get its resident involved with the event and officials are encouraging people from Lakewood to break out their bikes this month.

 

Sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists, bike to work day is celebrated by communities across the nation and typically draws a huge number of people who bike to work. Started in 1956, National Bike Month showcases the health and eco benefits of bicycling and the impact it has on the local community.

 

or information visit http://www.bikeleague.org/bikemonth Bike to work day falls on May 20 this year, so break out the helmets and pads and get a bit of exercise this May.

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas: Flowers in Lakewood

Mother’s Day can be a difficult holiday to shop for. Most people do not give full blown gifts, but what exactly does mom want? One of the easiest, yet thoughtful gifts is to stay traditional and go with flowers. A great vase can light up a room and help improve the décor. If you are looking to get mom flowers, it might be a little too late to order them online, so instead visit one of these three flower shops near your Lakewood apartment. Click on each link provided to read Yelp reviews, look at pricing and deals. Enjoy the holiday and have a great time with your mother.

 

Flower Perfect

11455 Carson St
Lakewood, CA 90715

Phone number: (562) 353-4731

 

Marlene Flower Shop

17420 Clark Ave
Bellflower, CA 90706

Phone number: (562) 243-1153

 

Flower Works

18300 Gridley Rd
Artesia, CA 90701

Phone number: (562) 860-4610

 

The Fiesta at Mayfair Park Starts in May

The Lakewood Fiesta at Mayfair park returns for a weekend of Cinco de Mayo fun, beginning on Thursday, May 5th with $1 carnivals rides from 5pm to 9pm and lasting until Sunday, May 7th. The event will feature free musical entertainment, a host of local food vendors and carnival rides for the kids. The fiesta will also feature over 50 arts and crafts vendors and concession stands. If you are looking for an event to attend this Cinco de Mayo weekend, stop by Mayfair park for some family fun. For more information:

 

When: Thursday, May 5, 2016

Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Where: Lakewood – Mayfair Park, 5720 Clark Avenue, Lakewood, CA, 90712-1908 (City Hall – Location In)

Event Type: City Calendar / Special Events, Recreational Events

Contact: Recreation and Community Services – 562-866-9771 x 2408

 

Lakewood Fine Dining: Where To Wine and Dine Near Your Apartment

Taking a break from life and hitting the town for a nice meal and some wine is a great way to unwind from a long week at work. But if you are going to go through all the trouble of getting dressed up, making and reservation, and getting a baby sitter, you might as well dine at a fancy restaurant. If you are looking to pay for an expensive dinner that is worth every penny, here is list of three places to wine and dine near your apartment.

 

The Sky Room

40 S Locust Ave
Long Beach, CA 90802

Phone number: (562) 983-2703

 

Green Field Churrascaria

5305 E Pacific Coast Hwy
Long Beach, CA 90804

Phone number: (562) 597-0906

 

Clearman’s North Woods Inn

14305 Firestone Blvd
La Mirada, CA 90638

Phone number: (714) 739-0331

 

Best Sports Bars To Watch March Madness

March Madness is about basketball, basketball and more basketball. Even if you are not a sports fan you can still participate in an office bracket challenge and maybe even make a few bucks at the end of the tournament. If you are filling out a bracket look for upsets across the board and don’t just pick the No. 1 seeds to win it all, since that rarely happens. Another great part of March Madness is hitting up a few sports bars and watching the games over a beer and a pile of chicken wings. Here are is a quick list of three great sports bars to watch the games near your apartment.

 

Benchwarmers Sports Grill and Bar

5625 Woodruff Ave
Lakewood, CA 90713

Phone number: (562) 867-2609

 

Regal Inn

6763 E Carson St
Lakewood, CA 90713

Phone number: (562) 425-9038

 

Dempsey’s Sports Bar & Grill

3583 N Los Coyotes Diagonal
Long Beach, CA 90808

Phone number: (562) 421-0111

 

Oscar Party Tips: How to Throw a Great Event

The Academy Awards are this Sunday, at 5:30pm PST on ABC, and if you are planning on hosting a party, here are a few last minute tips for making your event a memorable one.

 

Games: trivia games are always a welcomed addition to any Oscars party. This year print out baby pictures of the best actor and actress nominees and have your guest match them. Give the winner a small prize.

 

Popcorn bar: no snack may be more associated with the movies than popcorn. For your party make a popcorn bar with a set of various topping like butter, cheese, jalapenos, and honey. Get creative with the toppings—your guest will love it.

 

Create your own ballot: the average Oscar voter is a 60-year-old white male which might not match the sensibilities of the general public. Make your own ballot, compile the results, and the winners when each category is announced.