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We live in 2016! Technology makes life so much more convenient, so if you are not using technology to enhance your exercise and diet plan, you’re missing out. Here are a few great apps to download and start using today. Calorie Counter: MyFitnessPal may be the best calorie counter on the market (and it's…
Are your Thursday nights lacking the same excitement and fun that is reserved for Friday or Saturday? We have the solution! Every Thursday night at 8 at the Wokcano in Santa Monica you could be dancing the night away in a fun and easy Salsa event! Wokano is a contemporary Asian restaurant and lounge with locations…
Labor Day is a federal holiday that falls on the first Monday in September and honors the contributions and achievements of the American worker. The best part of the holiday is that it means for most of us, we have a 3-day weekend. Celebrate Labor Day with these great ideas. Visit the LA County Fair…
If you would love to grow house plants in your Mar Vista apartment, but aren't sure you have the right lighting, try these for plants that thrive in low light. Pothos – This beauty thrives in all sorts of conditions including low light. It requires little maintenance and is a great air purifier. Peace Lily – This…
Are you looking for something good to do near your Mar Vista apartment and do something good for others this August? Check out these two fun events: On Wednesday, August 10th, head to Gravlax for a Mingle BAFNAD Single's Party. The theme is to bring a friend not a date and proceeds go to Fare Rescue…
Are you ready to watch Michael Phelps extend his record as the Olympian with the most medals, or Simone Biles lead the women's gymnastic team, or Kate Ledecky swim her way to Olympic Gold, or maybe the US Basketball team. Whichever athlete or team you will be rooting for this summer, why not watch the Games at a sports…
Does your romance need a bit of rekindling or to go the next level? These romantic getaways are sure to turn those sparks into flames! Hotel Normandie Website This beautiful and historical hotel is located in Koreatown. The rooms and suites are well appointed, the lobby is breathtaking, and the offer complimentary continental breakfast and…
Kids aren’t always easy to take out to eat, OK, they are never easy to take out to eat. In addition to dealing with what to eat, where to sit, trips to the bathroom and surprisingly forgotten table manners, parents dread the disruption that they cause other diners. Here are a few restaurants that are…
Who doesn't love summer? Long sunny days, fresh produce, and outdoor grilling! Before you throw your next barbecue at your Mar Vista apartment community, check out these top grilling rules. 1. Be Organized – Plan what you are going to cook, prepare as much as you can ahead of time, and make sure you have the right…
Admittedly this is a four-hour drive from your Mar Vista apartment, but Joshua Tree National Park is a treasure and quite frankly worth the drive. Joshua Tree is a great spot for hikers, rock climbers, campers and nature buffs, the surreal landscape is a mix of jumbled rocks, cactus, pinyon pines and of course the…
