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Three Local Restaurants in Santa Ana to Support during the Pandemic
It’s no secret that local restaurants in Santa Ana are struggling. The National Restaurant Association reports that 17 percent of restaurants have closed due to the pandemic. That’s more than 110,000 establishments closed for the long term or permanently. If the ones...
What it Means to Be Pet-Friendly at Artists Village
We know how important spending time with your furry friends is. Not only are pets great for your emotional well-being, but they also provide countless health benefits. That’s why it is so important to find a home where you and your pet can be happy. At a pet-friendly...
Three Home Appliance Tips to Get You through the Holidays
Has your mouth started watering yet, thinking of the creamy mashed potatoes, steaming stuffing, and golden turkey fresh from the oven? If so, you’ll want to be sure you’re able to come through on those holiday promises, and that means making sure your home appliances...
Three Pros of Renting an Apartment
RentCafé reports that renters now make up 34 percent of America’s general population. That’s over 100 million people living in homes, apartments, and other properties around the country. And the number is growing. What are the pros of renting an apartment? Not only is...
Bagel Recipes You Need in Your Life
You don’t need to be a New Yorker to love a good bagel. Here in Santa Ana, we couldn’t be farther from the Big Apple, but we still can’t get enough of these treats. If you love the thrill of making something from scratch, enjoy knowing exactly where your food came...
The Unexpected Benefits of Paying Rent Online
If you’re looking to improve your credit score, we have some great news: Paying rent online can do just that! In 2017, TransUnion studied 12,000 renters who reported their rent payments to credit bureaus over the course of a year. The study found that renters’ scores...
Indoor Games to Play with Your Roommates
Indoor games are a fun way to spend time with your roommates, especially when the weather’s terrible or there’s a global pandemic. Playing indoor games also is a great way to get to know each other and quickly figure out if you’re in the right roommate situation. Here...
Volunteer Your Time Cleaning Local Beaches and Parks
If you’ve ever wanted to have your own beach volunteer cleanup, look to the Ocean Conservancy for inspiration! They hold a beach cleanup every September, and thousands of people participate to clean up their local beaches. Since the early 90s, they have collected over...
4 Ways to Add a Burst of Flavor to Your Water
Summer is here at Artists Villiage Apartments! As the temperature continues to climb, staying well hydrated is important. Drinking plenty of water reduces your risk of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. But did you know about the other health benefits of drinking water?...
4 Foods that Fuel Your Brain
“Everything in the brain that isn’t made by the brain itself is ‘imported’ from the food we eat,” says neuroscientist Lisa Mosconi, PhD. So food doesn’t just supply us with energy and strength—it fuels our brain! Here are four foods that play an important role in...