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More than a century after hosting its first show, Red Rocks Amphitheatre remains one of the country’s most beloved concert venues. The natural beauty of Red Rocks Park and the amphitheater’s excellent acoustics certainly contribute to rave reviews. But innovation is another driver of its popularity. Here are some changes and additions you can expect in the coming year at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, 15 miles west of downtown Denver and a half hour from AMLI’s Broomfield apartments. New art installations Andrew Dufford of Chevo Studios was selected to commission a permanent art installation for Red Rocks Amphitheatre. By the end of […]

Southern California is not exactly known for its winter wonderlands. And, by and large, this is for good reason. But if you’re craving some fresh powder and can’t escape to the Sierra Nevada or Rocky Mountains, you’re not out of luck. Here are eight places where you can enjoy snow in Southern California this winter. Check weather forecasts and snow reports before you visit to avoid disappointment. Big Bear Lake Big Bear Lake (6,752′ ) accumulates an average annual snowfall measuring 67 inches, making it popular with snow sports enthusiasts. If you’re not looking to ski or snowboard, try snow tubing at Big Bear Snow Play […]

Do you feel as if you’re losing your home to clutter? If so, it’s time to tidy up and change a few habits. Even if you’re not particularly bothered by the clutter in your apartment, you could probably benefit from a thorough tidying. Decluttering is a two-step process. The first step is to purge some of your belongings. After doing this, the key is to better organize and store your stuff. Here are some effective tips for doing both. Follow the “90/90 rule” Popularized by The Minimalists’ Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus, the “90/90 rule” requires you to ask two questions about […]

Midtown Park, Houston’s newest mixed-use development, opened to the public in October 2017. A successful soft opening, coupled with a range of services and amenities and exciting future plans, bode well for Houston’s Midtown Park. Here are some of the activities you can experience on Midtown Park’s six acres of prime Midtown Houston real estate. Open-air concerts, performances, and dance classes Midtown Park’s Camden Pavilion promises to have one of Houston’s most happening outdoor stages. The […]

New Year’s resolutions are notoriously hard to keep. Smartphones are notoriously addictive. But when you use your smartphone to help you keep your resolutions, you’ll find it easier to do so. Even if you’re resolving to use your smart phone less in 2018. Here’s a look at common New Year’s resolutions and smartphone tools and apps that can help you keep them. 1. Reduce stress Depending on your lifestyle and the ways in which you use your phone, using it less may reduce some of the stress in your life. Spend less time on apps that tend to cause stress. […]

South Florida is known for its remarkable natural beauty. But the southern part of the stunning Sunshine state is also home to a bounty of artistic, cultural, historical, and scientific treasures. Here are six museums every resident of Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach County should visit at least once. A post shared by THE BASS (@thebassmoa) on Nov 20, 2017 at 5:03pm PST 1. Bass Museum of Art Miami Beach’s premier contemporary art museum closed for major renovations in 2015. Since reopening at the end of October this year, the space is more amenable and impressive than ever. Housed in a […]

New Year’s resolutions are notoriously difficult to keep. One reason for this is that people tend to make unrealistic or exceedingly ambitious resolutions. If you like setting attainable goals and care about the environment, why not make a green New Year’s resolution for 2018? Here are 10 eco-friendly resolutions that require little discipline, yet can still make a difference. 1. Adopt greener laundry habits If you don’t already only run the washer when you have a full load of clothes to wash, start doing so. If you really need to wash an item individually, try hand washing. And, unless you plan to wear […]

The arts are alive and well in Los Angeles. They’re also well-preserved, thanks to the city’s world-class art museums. From the seasoned, household-name Getty to the stunning new Broad, here’s a look at the City of Angels’ most tremendous art repositories. A post shared by The Broad (@thebroadmuseum) on Nov 26, 2017 at 1:53pm PST The Broad Philanthropists Eli and Edyth Broad are committed to the notion that art should be accessible to all. And at the shining new(ish) contemporary art museum founded and funded by the art-collecting couple, it is. General admission to The Broad’s permanent galleries is free every day […]

No living room feels complete without a comfortable, design-appropriate couch or sofa. The right couch varies from apartment to apartment. Factors to consider when selecting a couch include budget and space limitations, the presence of pets or small children, current design scheme, and style preferences. Depending on your budget and degree of comfort with previously-owned furniture, you may benefit from browsing lightly-used couches. If you’d prefer a brand new seating arrangement, here are nine stylish options to consider. Latitude Run Calla Mid-century Fabric Loveseat Latitude Run produces several mid-century modern love seats. This model, currently available for less than 00, offers an affordable and […]

Chicago features heavily as a setting in the Western literary canon from the late 19th century to today. This blog post spotlights 16 worthwhile books set in Chicago that capture the essence of life or particular aspects of life in the city at various points throughout its history. Each of these books is written by an author with 21st-century perspectives and knowledge of the Windy City and its history. 47th Street Black Bayo Ojikutu, 2003 Teenagers JC and Mookie stumble upon the body of a media informant in their violent, underserved South Side neighborhood. This propels the duo to local […]