How To Decorate For Summer in Lakewood

If you are a fashionista, then you know decorating your apartment based on the seasons is a must! Here are three simple ways to spice up your decor this summer:

 

Outside in: the first way is to bring the outside in by adding plants, flowers and wood pieces of decor into your space.

 

Think about the kids: if you have kids, summer is a messy time since they will be out of school and running around the apartment. Get slip covers with a pop of summer colors for your couches and chairs. They add style and protect against a mess.

 

Curtains: take off the heavy winter drapes and replace them with light and thin curtains to let those late night summer breezes into your space! Also be sure to pick curtains with a pop of color.

 

Featured Event: Lakewood Center Farmer’s Market

Lakewood is a beautiful city that has plenty to offer its residents. Before summer creeps up on you, consider attending the Lakewood Center Farmer’s Market. The Lakewood Center and the SoCal Farmer’s market have joined forces to make the event bigger and better.

 

Scheduled for June 4th 2016, there will be an abundance of ridiculously fresh food, entertainment, giveaways and fun. The market will be filled with offerings from L.A’s top farmers. Participants in the grand opening celebration Include Tamai Farms, A’s Apples, West Coat Seafood, and ERB Honey. Also featured among the food and produce offerings are local market participants: The Lady Farmer, Jake’s Coffee, Ridiculous Baking Company, and Bella Vado Avocado Oil.

 

If you are looking for something to do, this event is perfect for you and the whole family. Enjoy all the fresh food and good vibes this event has to offer before it ends.

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

 

Visit a Museum Near Lakewood

The Los Angeles area is known for its stunning and world-class museums, but you do not have to travel into west LA or even too far away from your Lakewood apartment to participate in the culture and art of the city. There are a number of quality museums around the Lakewood area. If you are looking to spring the spring and summer months enjoying the Los Angeles museum scene, here are three wonderful places to visit. Click on the link for each location to find out detailed information, hours and museum ticket prices. Have fun and enjoy your city.

 

Rancho Los Cerritos

4600 N Virginia Rd
Long Beach, CA 90807

Phone number: (562) 570-1755

 

County of Los Angeles Fire Museum

9834 Flora Vista St
Bellflower, CA 90706

Phone number: (562) 925-0234

 

Historical Society of Long Beach

4260 Atlantic Ave
Long Beach, CA 90807

Phone number: (562) 424-2220

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 Hiking and Running Trails Near Lakewood

Bikini and swim suit season is right around the corner. We’ll all be hitting up the beach by May, so if you are planning on losing some weight or toning up for the summer, now is the time to start your exercise routine. One of the easiest ways to lose weight and get fit is by eating well—fresh, non-processed foods with loads of fruits and veggies—along with a bit of exercise. If you are a running, do not jump on a boring treadmill at the gym. Instead, hit a running trail or park near your apartment. Here are three great locations to try.

 

West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail

4626 Shadeway Road
Lakewood, CA 90713

 

Liberty Park

19211 Studebaker Rd
Cerritos, CA 90703

Phone number: (562) 916-8565

 

Signal Hill Park

2175 Cherry Ave
Signal Hill, CA 90755