June Events near Your Home in Anaheim, CA

You are in the right place if you and/or your loved ones like to choose from or attend a variety of widely diverse events within driving range of your Villa Serrano Apartments. Let the events begin on June 4-5 with the Silverado Summerfest at the Tucker Wild life Sanctuary. In addition to music, there will be food, wine and an intriguing array of merchandise. See Summerfest .

At Huntington Beach on June 18 from 11 am to 5 pm, there will be the culinary challenge of chili tasting along with other varied activities and displays with all of the proceeds going to the Huntington Boys and Girls Club. See Chili at the Beach.

That night change pace and cuisine at the Summer Solstice Garden Gala which will be held at the Arboretum on the campus of the California State University. Beneath the shining stars, bathe in a moonlit evening of wine, divine music and dancing together amidst the natural floral beauty of the campus gardens in summer. See Summer Solstice Garden Gala.

The very next day enjoy the adorable hilarity of the dachshund races which will be taking place at 3 pm at the Old World Village on June 19. Enter your own pet if you are blessed with this breed. See Dachshund Races.

Where To Celebrate National Hamburger Day in Anaheim

Sure this Saturday is the start to Memorial Day weekend—the unofficial beginning of summer—and while many of you have amazing adventures planned, be sure to stop and celebrate one of the tastiest days of the year—National Hamburger Day. The holiday (ok, it’s not really a holiday, but we can dream) falls on Saturday the 28th this year, and even though you will probably be barbecuing burgers on Monday, spot by your favorite hamburger joint for a burger special anyway. Your stomach will thank you. Here is a quick look at three great places to try near you apartment.

 

Angelos Hamburgers

511 S State College Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92806

Phone number: (714) 533-1401

 

Umami Burger

338 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805

Phone number: (714) 991-8626

 

Jim’s Super Burgers

3500 W Ball Rd
Anaheim, CA 92804

Phone number: (714) 527-0244

 

 

Spring Cleaning Tips: Tackle the Kitchen

The kitchen can be one of the messiest and chaotic places in your entire apartment. Kitchens are used every day and need a lot of love and attention. Which is why we have a few spring cleaning tips for tackling the area.

Step 1: 15 minute clean up: do enough cleaning just to get the kitchen organized enough to do a deep clean.

Step 2: Dust and clean all art on the walls: drop all that dust and dirty to the floors and get the walls clean.

Step 3: take down the curtains, drapes, table cloths and wash them.

Step 4: Clean the oven and refrigerator: jump to all your appliances and give them a solid cleaning.

Step 5: wipe down door knobs, counters, handles and anything else you can get you rag on.

Step 6: sweep and mop: great job! Your kitchen has been cleaned for spring.

 

Watch Sesame Street Live In Anaheim

Sesame Street is back! Did you grow up with Big Bird, Oscar the Grouch and all the other great characters on the children’s PBS show? Well, if you did, or want to introduce your children to these characters, City National Grove of Anaheim will be hosting “Sesame Street Live: A New Friend” show during the final weekend in May. Tickets range from $20 to $40 and can be purchased here.

The show starts on a Friday, and will extend into the weekend. However, they are selling out fast. So if you plan on taking your kids to this fun and nostalgic event, purchase your tickets now. Have fun and enjoy Big Bird and company.

May 27, 2016

Friday  10:30 AM (on various days)

City National Grove of Anaheim

2200 East Katella Avenue

Anaheim, California 92806

 

Where To Find Mother’s Day Flowers Near Anaheim

Mother’s Day is only hours away, and we are going to assume you already have a wonderful Sunday planned out, with cards, gifts, breakfast in bed, dinner and the whole nine yards. The only thing missing is the flowers to set the tone. It might be too late to get something delivered, but do not worry because actual flower shops still exist (the internet didn’t kill of everything). Sure you could grab flowers at a gas station or on the side of the road, but an actual bouquet might mean more to mom. Here are three great flower shops to visit near your Anaheim apartment.

 

Sarah’s Flowers

30 E Orangethorpe Ave
Anaheim, CA 92801

Phone number: (714) 992-5272

 

In Flower

1050 E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821

Phone number: (714) 990-3308

 

Avante Gardens Florist

843 S State College Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92806

Phone number: (714) 635-4800

Have a Talent? Teach a Class in Anaheim

The Anaheim parks and rec program offers a variety of class for its residents on a year-round basis. The parks offer anything from music to cooking to exercise classes for youth, adults and seniors who live in Anaheim. The classes are always a great resource for resident to have and most people find them a fun and engaging way to stay active within their city.

 

The city also looks for opportunities to start new classes and is always seeking instructors to start courses. If have a hidden talent, special skill or just love teaching, the city of Anaheim is looking for you. Instructors are hired as independent contractors and will be paid by the city depending on the number of participants who sign up for the class. If this opportunity interests you, visit: http://www.anaheim.net/1232/Become-an-Instructor for more information.

Go on a Toured Hike in Anaheim

Are you interested in hiking, but do not want to go alone? Heading into the wilderness can be intimating and if you have never done so before, getting lost or hurt could be a concern. However, why not go hiking with a guided tour in the city of Anaheim? Now that spring is here and summer right around the corner, the city of Anaheim is offering free hour-long guided hikes through Oak Canyon.

 

Everyone is welcome to attend and the city only asks for a $5 donation per group or family. If you are new to hiking and would like to learn the ropes with a tour guide, this is the event to attend this summer.

 

April 30, 2016

Time:

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Time Details:

Saturday and Sunday mornings 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Location:

View Facility

Oak Canyon Nature Center

Address:

6700 E Walnut Canyon Road

Anaheim, CA 92805

Contact:

(714) 998-8380

Cost:

Free

Best and Most Expensive Restaurants in Anaheim

When you go out to eat you want great customer service, even greater food and to be treated like you matter. Sometimes the entire experience means more than the actual price of the food. If you are looking to spend a little extra on dining out but want to get an upscale experience, skip the chain restaurants and opt for a fine dining establishment near your apartment instead. We have a list of a few great locations that will make you feel like a king and feed you like a lion. Here are three upscale and fine dining locations to try near your apartment.

 

The Ranch Restaurant

1025 E Ball Rd
Anaheim, CA 92805

Phone number: (714) 817-4200

 

Morton’s The Steakhouse

1895 S Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92802

Phone number: (714) 621-0101

 

Anaheim White House Restaurant

887 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805

Phone number: (714) 772-1381

 

Where to Run or Walk Near Anaheim

It doesn’t matter the reasons you may be trying to lose weight or get back into shape, the only thing that matters is that you start. We live in a day and age where life expectancy is only increasing, and according to some scientists and futurist, the first people to live to be over 200 years old have already been born (exciting, isn’t it?). If our life expectancy will only continue to increase, you might as well be as be healthy for those extras years that may be tacked on to our lives. Here is a list of three parks and running trails to explore.

 

Oak Canyon Nature Center

6700 E Walnut Canyon Rd
Anaheim, CA 92807

Phone number: (714) 998-8380

 

Peters Canyon Regional Park

8548 E Canyon View Ave
Orange, CA 92869

Phone number: (714) 973-6611

 

Santiago Oaks Regional Park

2145 N Windes Dr
Orange, CA 92869

Phone number: (714) 973-6620

 

Who Has the Best Pancakes Near Your Apartment

Making pancakes can be tough. Most of the time they come out a gooey mess and they look nothing like the pancakes we see on tv and movies. If you are looking to make a great pancake, try replacing some of the milk with a carbonated beverage to help create that light and fluffy texture. Another trick is to let the batter rest overnight which will create light and fluffy cakes because of the reactions created by the baking powder. Those tips are great, but until you become an expert pancake maker, here is quick list of three great pancake spots to try near your apartment.

 

Fantastic Cafe

1727 E 17th St
Santa Ana, CA 92705

Phone number: (714) 541-7997

 

Original Pancake House

1418 E Lincoln Ave
Anaheim, CA 92805

Phone number: (714) 535-9815

 

Cowgirls Cafe

1720 S Grand Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92705

Phone number: (714) 542-8877