Great Living Room Decor Tips!

Having a comfortable, cozy living room is absolutely vital for living in an apartment. Your living room is often the first room that visitors see, and it’s often where you get together to spend time in groups and do some fun socializing. Keeping your apartment well-decorated and giving off a fun and friendly vibe is extremely important for happy times.

So what can you do to keep your living room looking pleasant and inviting? We’ve got a few tips for you to consider if you’re going to invest in doing some decorating:

• Getting made-to-fit curtains for your windows is a great way to add flavor to the room
• Use a combination of lighting sources to keep the mood warm
• Magazines are a great way to find ideas for color and mood
• Consider what you like best, don’t worry about what your friends would like; it’s your apartment, not theirs

For more on these tips and other helpful hints for decorating your living room, go visit ApartmentIdeas.com to see what else you can do to add a little spice to your living room.

Great amenities at The Crossing Anaheim!

When searching for a great apartment community, you want to find one that has clean, spacious apartments with fun community events and great amenities. Well, The Crossing Anaheim has all of those things, and when it comes to amenities, you’ll be hard pressed to find better ones at any community in Anaheim! That is what makes The Crossing one of the best apartment communities in Anaheim!

If you are interested, you can talk to a friendly member of the staff by calling 877-719-4818. Until then, here are some of the great amenities that The Crossing has to offer:

Enjoy some delicious seafood dishes at these restaurants.

McCormick & Schmick’s Grille- (321 West Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA)

This restaurant provides daily menu updates to make sure that you get the freshest seafood available. Enjoy one of their many specialties such as tilapia, scallops or rainbow trout. While you’re at it, be sure and order a bottle of wine to make the occasion really special. This restaurant is only 13 minutes from The Crossing when you take CA-57 South and East Katella Avenue.

The Catch- (2100 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA)

This restaurant has been serving Anaheim for over 30 years. Enjoy some of their classic entrees such as Miso Marinated Chilean Seabass, The Drunken Mahi-Mahi or the Lobster Diablo. You can also find a fine selection of wines that will complement your meal. The Catch is about 11 minutes away from The Crossing when you travel on CA-57 South.

Where is your favorite place to go for seafood? Tell us about it on our Facebook page.

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Amazing art at the Art Crawl Experience!

Who loves a good time? I know that I do! It’s one of the main reasons I enjoy living in Anaheim. With so much to do, it can be hard to choose which events to attend. However, the upcoming Art Crawl Experience is something that you will not want to miss!

No matter if you are an expert when it comes to artwork or if you are just someone who enjoys art every once in awhile, the Art Crawl Experience is always a memorable event for all in attendance. The spectacular art’s festival takes place on the second Saturday quarterly in the Downtown Anaheim Arts District. The next event will be on Saturday, February 11, from 6 – 10 PM. The festival will feature breathtaking works of art, delicious food and beverages, and great live entertainment!

For more information, be sure to visit the Art Crawl Experience website today!

Enjoy amazing apartments at The Crossing Anaheim!

Are you thinking about moving out to the Anaheim area? Have you started looking for a place to live? Well if so, your search is about to end! Just take a trip over to The Crossing Anaheim!

The Crossing has luxurious and spacious apartments that you are going to love! It is also right next to all of the amazing restaurants, entertainment, and recreation venues all over Anaheim! Here is some more of what you can expect from The Crossing Anaheim:

Culinary Conveniences

• Contemporary hardwood cabinets
• Stainless steel sinks with pullout spray faucet
• Gas ranges and built-in microwaves
• ENERGY STAR^® qualified dishwashers and refrigerators with ice makers
• Floor-to-ceiling pantries
• Kitchen islands
• Premier Collection
  - Espresso wood cabinets
  - Stainless steel ENERGY STAR^® qualified appliances

Distinctive Finishes

• Granite slab countertops
• Two-tone paint with optional accent walls
• Hardwood-style plank flooring
• Oversized baseboards
• Raised ceilings
• Expansive windows
• Stylish pendant and track lighting

Tranquil Retreats

• Walk-in closets and mirrored
  wardrobe doors
• Oval tubs and/or showers
• Linen closets

Stylish Conveniences

• Large, open creative spaces
• ENERGY STAR^® qualified full-size front load HE washers and dryers
• Private patios or balconies with
  French doors
• Enclosed storage space
• Abundant phone, TV & high-speed
  data ports
• Central air conditioning and heating
• Dimmable lighting and motion sensors

Amenities will vary by floorplan and location.

For more information, visit the leasing office or call 877-719-4818.

If you love sports and a good time, you have to check out ESPNZone!

When it comes to nightlife, Anaheim has no shortage of it! There are a ton of great places to out out after dark and have a great time around the city! You can enjoy bars, shows, clubs, food, and much more! It’s one of the perks of living in Southern California! So, if you are a night owl and are ready to enjoy what Anaheim has to offer, check out these great ideas for a fun night out on the town, courtesy of the Anaheim Orange County website.

Battle of the Dance

2232 S. Harbor Blvd.

Anaheim, CA 92802

714/740.1045

Battle of the Dance is a spectacular presentation of international performers, captivating dancers, and exquisite dining transporting you to the finest stages of Europe for unrivaled family entertainment. The 40,000 square foot state-of-the-art theatre is the perfect backdrop to an electrifying show and unparalleled entertainment experience that satisfies all the senses.

Downtown Disney® District, ESPN Zone

1545 Disneyland Dr.

Anaheim, CA 92802

714/300.ESPN (3776)

If you’re looking for the ultimate place in Anaheim to dine and watch your favorite games with friends and family, you’ve found it! ESPN Zone is for sports enthusiasts of all types and ages. Enjoy delicious American grill food while watching your favorite team on a 16-foot HD big screen and more than 120 new HDTVs. Then, make sure to visit the action-packed Sports Arena featuring 10,000 square feet of interactive games and attractions.

Heat Ultra Lounge

The Shops at Anaheim GardenWalk

321 W. Katella Ave., Suite 214

Anaheim, CA 92802

714/776.4328

HEAT is the most upscale lounge to come to Orange County. It is beautiful in design with an inviting ambiance that is as hip and cool and sleek as it luxurious! The intoxicating design includes State of the Art lighting system, an incredible laser light show and a Funktion One sound system. With 3 huge bars and 2 DJ stations this venue can easily accommodate up to 800 guests.

Happy New Year!

Are you ready for the New Year? I hope so, because there are plenty of great New Year’s Eve celebrations around Anaheim. However, there is only one place you can ring in the New Year at 12 noon – at the Ring in the Noon Year New Year’s Eve Celebration at the Pretend City’s Children Museum!

This event is great for children and their families! Pretend that it is midnight 12 hours earlier during this great celebration! Here is what everyone can look forward to during Ring in the New Year:

•  Let’s Move: Rockin’Dance Party – Every hour as we countdown to the “Noon Year” we will have a dance party! Featuring the latest and greatest in party songs, you will enjoy moving and grooving in the Orange Plaza.

•  Colorful Cultures: What New Years is complete without the traditional party wear! Join us in the art studio to find color decorations to signify your New Year’s Resolution. For example, want to be more organized next year? Then you may want to use the color blue in decorating your party wear!

•  Sensational Story Time: The Night Before New Years- It’s the night before New Year’s and all through the house…? Come find out during this story time followed by a fun streamer making activity!

•  12:00p.m. Ring in the Noon Year! Join us in Orange Plaza as we ring in the New Year at Noon! This party comes complete with a countdown, ball drop, and dancing!

The event will cost $11 per guest and will last from 10 am to 1 pm. For more information, visit the City of Anaheim website!

Great NBA games are on the way!

Sports in Southern California is about to get fun again! The NBA Lockout has finally ended and the regular season is set to begin on Christmas Day! The best part is that the Lakers will be a part of the first game to kick off the season as they will visit the Kings, starting their journey to another title!

No matter if you are a Lakers, Clippers, or a fan of another team, you have to admit that it’s great to have the NBA back! Here are some of the best sports bars in Anaheim where you can catch all of the action of the new NBA Season!

JT Schmids

2610 East Katella Boulevard
Anaheim, CA 92806
714/634-9200
Established in 1997 to offer Anaheim and Orange County a splendid variety of the finest and freshest Micro brews and cuisine available under one roof. J.T.’s offers cuisine from all corners of the world. The centerpiece of the kitchen is a wood burning brick oven, which generates gourmet pizza and other creations. JT Schmid’s Restaurant & Brewery is located across from the Arrowhead Pond of Anaheim, in close proximity to the Anaheim Convention Center and Disneyland.

National’s Sports Grill

450 N. State College
Orange, CA 92868
714/935-0300
Sports-themed restaurant serving American food. 15 beers on tap, 4 big screens, 63 TV monitors, 11 pool tables and electronic trivia game. Located across from Edison International Field, home of the Anaheim Angels. Open daily for lunch/dinner.

The Catch

1929 S. State College Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92806
714/634-1829
The Catch Seafood Grill has been Orange County’s local favorite since 1979, serving only the freshest seafood from around the world, “Certified Angus” prime rib, pastas and California’s finest wines. Now open is the unique “Club Room” for your special event. Banquet capacity: 20-300 persons. Dress: Business/casual. Child’s menu. Lunch Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner Mon.-Thurs. 5-9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 5-10 p.m. Happy hour Mon.-Fri. 3-7 p.m. All major credit cards accepted

Fun holidays in Anaehim!

Do you love Holiday events? I know that I do! That’s why I can’t wait to attend all of the fun Holiday activities and events going on in Anaheim! There will be a variety of great Holiday events going on in Anaheim this December. Here are some of the best that you definitely need to check out:

Nutcracker Festival
Saturday, December 3, 2011
10 am – 7 pm

Holiday Street Fair held at the Center Street Promenade. The celebration includes a tree lighting ceremony, snow area, free craft activities and train rides for children, entertainment, food and a visit from some special guests. The event is sponsored by the Downtown Anaheim Merchants Association, the Nutcracker Holiday Committee, the City of Anaheim and the Anaheim Community Foundation.

LOCATION:
Downtown Anaheim at Center St Promenade & Lemon St

INFORMATION:
714-956-3586

Candy Caneland & Craft Faire
Saturday, December 3, 2011

A community holiday carnival that includes food and game booths sponsored by local non-profit groups, entertainment, petting zoo, a “real snow” hill, Santa and more! This annual carnival attracts several thousand people each year.

LOCATION:
Ehlers Community Recreation Center
8150 Knott Ave

INFORMATION:
(714) 236-3860

The Nutcracker Ballet
December 16 – 24, 2011

This traditional, delightful Christmas ballet is presented in its original, full-length version for your holiday enjoyment.

LOCATION:
Golden West College Mainstage Theater
15744 Golden West Street

INFORMATION:
714-895-8150

Great bedroom decor tips!

When it comes to decorating your Crossing Anaheim apartment, it can be hard to figure out exactly what you want to do with all of your rooms. One of the hardest places to decorate is the bedroom! You don’t want it to be dull and boring, so it is important to add special touches that give the room a feel that you are going to love! Here are some great tips for decorating your bedroom and making it your own, courtesy of Free Home Decorating Ideas.