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Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with Green Living in San Mateo

September 16th, 2014

In today’s age, the greatest fad that is going around is the need to maintain and improve the environment. Your eco-friendly apartments in San Mateo provide an excellent example of going green.

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Reduce your carbon footprint with green living in San Mateo. Your eco-friendly apartments in San Mateo are LEED-certified. If you are wondering what this is, it is an organization that promotes green living.

  • It provides verification that a building or community was designed with environmental health in mind.
  • It promotes that these building offer water savings and energy-efficiency in all aspects of home life.
  • The organization also verifies that the buildings used environmental materials and that there is a good indoor environment for residents.

There is a team from Bright Green Strategies that oversees that the guidelines set forth for eco-friendly living are adequately met.

888 San Mateo is a great place for you to live as you don’t only get a comfortable residence, but you also get to reduce your carbon footprint just by being at home. There are many things you can do individually to promote a green lifestyle, so why not start with your home?

As the fad for a greener lifestyle grows, you can rest easy in your eco-friendly apartments in San Mateo and know that you are living an environmentally-friendly life. If you would like more information about joining our apartment community, contact us to schedule a tour.

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3 Scenic Hiking Trails for Autumn Outdoors in San Mateo

September 12th, 2014

The weather is nice, so why not get out and enjoy it with some outdoor recreation in San Mateo? One activity we recommend is hiking as an enjoyable and challenging way to get in your daily exercise.

Here are three hiking trails we have found near our apartment community for you to explore.

  • Batteries to Bluffs Trail: This trail is just under a mile and should take less than an hour to hike, but do not hesitate to stop and enjoy the scenery. You can get a glimpse of Marin or the Golden Gate Bridge, or stop at Marshall Beach. If you would like to extend your trip, you can hike along the Coastal Trail toward the Golden Gate Bridge. The level of this trail is moderate, with some climbing and steps along the way.
  • Edgewood Park Serpentine Trail: This trail is 3.3 miles, so it only takes about one to three hours to complete your hike. It is surrounded by trees and plenty of green land. The level of this trail ranges from moderate to hard, depending on your speed and the location.
  • Purisima Creek Redwoods: If you love a good challenge, this trail is seven miles and could take up to half a day to complete your hike. The temperatures reach as high as 90 degrees in the summer, so be sure to take precautions and bring water. The trail is surrounded by redwoods, ferns, and wildflowers, as well as a coastal scrub and babbling brooks. The level of this trail is moderate, but it is also family-friendly.

If you have any suggestions for outdoor recreation in San Mateo, please share them on our our Facebook page.

You can learn more about our San Mateo apartment community and the many attractions and outdoor recreation opportunities nearby by contacting us today.

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Ride the Ghost Train Through Lemos Farm in Half Moon Bay

September 10th, 2014

Autumn is upon us, and that means that Halloween is just around the corner. There are so many wonderful fall events around San Mateo to take part in this season.

Lemos Farm

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If you’re looking for some classic autumn adventures, look no further than Lemos Farm.

Lemos Farm is one of the best places to go for pumpkins this season. The pumpkin patches are some of the finest in the area, with pumpkins of all shapes and sizes to choose from. To make matters even more exciting, this farm also offers many fun activities to take part in.

For a family fun adventure, be sure to take a ride on the Ghost Train. This locomotive will take you around the farm, and it is sure to spook you as you move through the beautiful grounds full of ghosts and goblins.

There are also some haunted houses to walk through. One haunted house is for younger kids, a safer ride where there are scary sights but not too scary. The other haunted house is for kids of all ages (adults included!) where they’re going to “scare the yell out of you!”

Lemos Farm knows how to make fall events around San Mateo exciting for everyone. This is the best place to go for pumpkins this season, as well as a surefire crowd-pleaser for those looking for some fall fun.

The farm is open Wednesday through Sunday throughout September and every day in October except for the 6th.

There are many exciting fall events around San Mateo this season. If you would like to know more about living in our luxury apartment community, contact us for more information or to schedule a tour.

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Learn How to Stay Green at the RecycleWorks Volunteer Academy

August 29th, 2014

For those who regularly recycle or are just starting to think about ways to help take care of our environment, San Mateo county is offering free classes to it’s residents on how to go green in San Mateo.

RecycleWorks Volunteer Academy

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The RecycleWorks Volunteer Academy is offering several courses, where you will be learn that it’s not only about recycling, but also about conserving resources.

There are seven different courses available:

  • Resource Conservation 101
  • Composting Techniques and Practices
  • Principles of Waste Reduction and Recycling
  • Green Building and Architectural Practices
  • Water Conservation?, Stormwater and Wastewater Systems
  • Green Business Practices
  • Energy Efficient Practices in Your Home and Business.

By taking a class and completing volunteer hours, you will earn a certificate of completion. Sign up to participate in this program by contacting Erin McNichol, who is the coordinator for this go green in San Mateo project.

In order to attend a class, one must be 14 years of age or older. This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about taking care of our environment. It’s also a great way to give back to our community.

Sign up for a class today and go green in San Mateo!

Are you looking for a place to live in the Bay Area Peninsula, such as San Mateo or Burlingame? If so, please contact us for more information about our luxury green housing community or to take a look at our property.

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Support San Mateo’s Wildlife Center at the CuriOdyssey Gala

August 27th, 2014

The CuriOdyssey Gala has got to be one of the coolest events in San Mateo.

Not only is it the Peninsula’s premier social event, drawing in guests from all around the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, but the proceeds go to support CuriOdyssey, the famous local wildlife and science center dedicated to helping children learn about the world’s environment.

CuriOdyssey Gala

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Last year, the CuriOdyssey Gala brought in almost $200,000 to support the center – can you help it bring in even more for its 60th anniversary this year?

You can expect some of the finest wines and spirits around and gourmet hors d’ oeuvers when you visit the Gala. A five-star feast will be presented by La Bonne Cuisine, featuring locally-sourced ingredients.

Entertainment is provided in the form of classic jazz and blues, and finally you can bid on the live auction.

When you support CuriOdyssey, you’re supporting interactive science and wildlife exhibits, animal ambassador and wildlife programs, school science programs, and public education programs.This brings learning, education, and fun to children from all around the Bay Area.

So show your support and have some fun with the CuriOdyssey Gala, one of the most unforgettable events in San Mateo.

888 San Mateo Drive is the newest and most luxurious community in the Bay Area.  For more information on what we have to offer, contact us.

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Get Tickets to the San Mateo Bacon & Brew Festival

August 25th, 2014

Bacon is everywhere lately. Bacon flavored, bacon wrapped, and bacon covered foods are the new craze all over. Of course, beer has been around forever and the combination of these two items are a match made in heaven for some people.

San Mateo Bacon Brew Festival

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If you are into bacon or brew or the two of them together, then you will definitely enjoy the San Mateo Bacon and Brew Festival.

But it is not all bacon and brew, vendors including Curbside Grill, Sam’s ChowderMobile and Mission Blue Confections will make an appearance. Music and food tasting will be at the festival as well as shows for kids.

This festival, in its second year, will be held on Sept. 27 at the Central Park Baseball Field in San Mateo. The field is located on the corner of 5th and El Camino Real.

Admission is $15 per person and includes an admission ticket to the festival and a free large beer, wine or soft drink. Kids 12 years old and under are free and no pets are allowed.

For more information on other family-friendly festivals in San Mateo or for information on our amenities or available units, contact us today.

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Shop San Mateo Arboretum’s Greenhouse for Your Patio Garden

August 14th, 2014

One of the most exciting features of our apartments is the private patios. In these Bay Area Peninsula apartments with private patios you are not only able to enjoy the view of the area, but also given another space personalize your apartment.

San Mateo Arboretum Society

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One of the greenest, and most fun ways to accomplish this personal touch is to simply add a small garden to your patio. The excessive light ensures that the plants thrive and sustain a healthy growth.

When looking at a store in which to furnish your patio garden, look no further than San Mateo Arboretum’s Greenhouse. This greenhouse, is a member and volunteer powered organization whose goal is to preserve and protect San Mateo’s botanical heritage and treasures.

By helping out the greenhouse, you are also helping the community. The outdoor plants offered include, a large variety of geraniums and pelargoniums to add bright colors and many other succulents, most planted in colorful pots to reduce any extra effort. To help these plants grow you can also ask for some of the best planting advice around.

If you just cannot get enough of San Mateo Arboretum’s Greenhouse’s great plants and even greater staff, don’t worry. To get your fill of great plant tips and advice, be sure to check out their weekly seminars and other events. Most are free of charge and the others have just a minimal fee, so why not check it out?

If you have any questions about our Bay Area Peninsula apartments with private patios, please contact us to schedule a tour.

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