Check Out the 2015 Concert Lineup at San Mateo County Fair

May 14th, 2015

Music, like great food, is a matter of taste. In one of the most exciting events in San Mateo this year, you will have the opportunity to catch an outstanding concert, no matter what your taste. The concert lineup at the 2015 San Mateo County Fair has something special for everyone:

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• Jefferson Starship! Leading audiences on psychedelic journeys for 40 years, these amazing artists will rock on with classic hits on Saturday, June 6.
• Rhythm and blues fans will delight in Tony! Toni! Toné! on Sunday, June 7, reminding them of their heyday in the 1980s and 1990s.
• Country rock comes to the stage on Monday, June 8, when The Long Run brings its tribute to the Eagles.
• Tower of Power adds a little funk to their soul on two nights, June 9 and 10.
• Charlie Daniels arrives on June 11.
• The Hollywood Stones pay tribute to the Rolling Stones on June 12.
• Sheila E arrives on June 13
• Dia de la Feria brings Mexican music on June 14.

The fairgrounds are just 11 minutes south of our luxury community via San Mateo Drive and south Delaware Street.

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4 Books to Look for at San Mateo Public Library This Summer

May 12th, 2015

Summer is the perfect time of year to kick back with a good book. Spread a book out on the grass, lounge poolside or settle onto your couch and get lost in another world. Make note of the following books to look for at our public library in San Mateo.

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A Little Life, written by Hanya Yanagihara, is a story about four college friends who are frustrated as they try to make lives for themselves in New York. As the book progresses, you will discover how their friendships changes over time.

The Unfortunate Importance of Beauty, written by Amanda Filipacchi, tells the story of two friends. Both attempt to mask their appearance so that others see them for who they are, not what they look like.

After Birth, written by Elisa Albert, follows one woman after the birth of her child and the lonely time she faces.

In Find Me, by Laura van den Berg, a pandemic takes out the majority of the population. The main character does not succumb and instead studies the survivors.

You don’t want to miss these books! Head to the library today!

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Help Local Seniors by Volunteering for Meals on Wheels in San Mateo

May 7th, 2015

If you are looking for volunteer opportunities around our Bay Area Penninsula apartments, then you can find some helping local seniors. Helping seniors is a great way to give back to our community.

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Here’s how you can help local seniors by volunteering for Meals on Wheels in San Mateo.

• Meals on Wheels provides hot and healthy meals to local seniors who are home bound and cannot go out to buy groceries or even cook their own meals.
• You can volunteer with meal prep and help to make these meals and prepare to have them go out. You will be very helpful in cooking, packaging and preparing the meals to go out to our seniors.
• You can also volunteer by helping to deliver the meals. This job allows you to interact with the seniors you are trying to help and allows you to develop a relationship with them while providing for their need.

Go and join this great opportunity to help people around our Bay Area Penninsula apartments. You can get more information on the program and on how you can be of service by getting in touch with us at San Mateo apartments. We are always looking to enhance our community.

5 Steps to Spring Clean Your San Mateo Bathroom

May 5th, 2015

If you’re like most people, cleaning your bathroom isn’t high on your list of things you want to do. However, it’s something that must be done. Make note of the following apartment cleaning tips and have your bathroom so fresh and so clean in no time:

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• Use the right cleaner for the job. For instance, if you have hardened deposits, an abrasive cleaner is the way to go, and cleaners with bleach are ideal for sanitizing.
• Clean fixtures and the rim of the sink with an all purpose cleaner. Use a clean cloth for buffing.
• Spray the bathtub with an all purpose cleaner and let it sit while you clean the rest of the bathroom first. This helps to dissolve soap scum and oil.
• Utilize an abrasive scrubbing pad to remove rings on the tub and use a tile brush to scrub grout.
• Use a detachable shower head to rinse the cleaner off the tub. If you don’t have one, you can purchase an inexpensive one that attaches to your bathtub tap.

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Enjoy at Day at Coyote Point Recreation Area Minutes From Your Apartment

April 28th, 2015

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One of the many benefits of our apartments in San Mateo near Coyote Point Recreation Area is the proximity to activities for the entire family. Here are a few things that are available to you, just minutes from your 888 San Mateo apartment:

• Children of all ages will rediscover their imaginations in the Magic Mountain Playground, complete with a castle and dragon.
• Adults can sit back and relax, enjoy the family picnic area and take in the beautiful surroundings.
• For the more active, Coyote Point Recreation Area features everything from swimming and windsurfing to jogging and bicycling.
• The Marina hosts the Coyote Point Yacht Club, complete with an exquisite restaurant. And while it is a members club, it also organizes a range of events throughout the year; however, membership is a must of any sailing enthusiast.
• For the keen walker or even a family out for a stroll, the area features a range of trails. The Bay Trail runs through the interior of the site, while the Shoreline Trail is perfect for anyone interested in wildlife.

If you’re still looking for the perfect apartment close to Coyote Point Recreation Area, contact us to schedule your tour of 888 San Mateo today!

5 Natural Alternatives for Sunscreen While in Our San Mateo Pool

April 24th, 2015

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You want to spend time this summer at your apartments in San Mateo with heated pool. However, when you are going to spend some time in the sun, you should take precautions against the harmful rays.

Here are 5 natural alternatives for sunscreen while hanging out by our pool this summer.

• Eat foods that will help to protect your skin against the rays. Try eating tomatoes and pomegranate. You can also drink green tea to help your bodies natural defences.
• When it comes to natural sunscreen options, you can try sandal wood paste. You can find this ingredient in dry form and just mix a little bit of water to create a paste to apply.
• After exposure to the sun you can use coconut oil and aloe vera. These natural ingredients are great for cooling your skin and keeping it looking healthy.
• Be preventative by wearing long clothes that are made of lightweight cotton. Long sleeves and pants.

You don’t have to resort to chemical infused sunscreens when hanging out at your apartments in San Mateo with heated pool. Use these alternative to protect yourself. Get in touch with us at San Mateo for more information on our beautiful community.

Shop at Hillsdale in San Mateo for Mother’s Day Gifts

April 22nd, 2015

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and if you are looking for some great spots for gift shopping in San Mateo, you should check out the retailers and merchants at the Hillsdale Shopping Center at Sixty 31st Avenue right here in San Mateo.

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Some of the fine stores at Hillsdale offer an array of fantastic gift ideas for the mom in your life, whether it’s your own mother, your wife, sister, cousin, friend, or another woman who deserves to be recognized on Mother’s Day.

If Mom is in need of a new wardrobe item, check out Chico’s, Coach, bebe, Lorna Jane, Lucky Brand, Michael Kors, Torrid, or Zumiez.

You can find bath and body products at Aveda, L’Occitane, Lush, Oro Gold, or Kiehl’s.  Or surprise Mom with something glittery or sparkling from Swarovski, Kay, Ben Bridge, or Pandora.

How do you plan on making Mother’s Day memorable for your mom? Share your ideas with your neighbors with a post on our Facebook page.

For more information about our luxury apartment community near attractions, restaurants, and shopping in San Mateo, contact our team today to schedule a tour.