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A public service that some municipalities do a better job of providing than others, city parks can be havens for free and fun entertainment in a fresh outdoor setting. Thankfully for residents of AMLI Spanish Hills and other living communities in Camarillo, Calif., the city offers some pretty awesome parks, including three dog parks! If you haven’t used them and need a brief guide of the parks, you’ve come to the right place.

Today, it’s one of the most happening parts of town, but not long ago Chicago’s South Loop was hardly considered a desirable place to live. It had a wealth of potential, but needed the movers, shakers, entrepreneurs, and developers that make a place “hip” to start working their magic. The change underway in the South Loop may be a classic case of urban renewal, but the recent developments in the area are definitely worthy of publicity. As AMLI Residential just opened the doors of our latest Chicago apartment project, AMLI Lofts, it seems a fitting time to discuss the South Loop and some of the dining and entertainment options it […]

There is always something fun to do in the Big D. But Dallas apartment residents who like to get out and do things on evenings and weekends should find the next several weeks especially promising. Here are a few upcoming Dallas events that offer food, fun, and entertainment in a family-friendly environment.

It’s fresh. It’s local. It’s organic. And it can be found practically in your backyard if you live at AMLI at Barrett or another centrally located Kennesaw apartment home. The produce, ready-made eats, and delicacies available at the Kennesaw Farmers Market have a reputation for being some of the best in the Atlanta area. Kennesaw residents acquainted with the farmers market have long known one need not visit downtown Atlanta nor go further out on the city’s periphery in order to find high-quality, fresh produce. All that good and healthy stuff can be found right here. To recognize the event and the people whose work […]

Once a city in its own right, Ballard is a Seattle neighborhood that retains a strong sense of identity. This is in large part because of Ballard’s unique history and distinguished culture as a thriving commercial center made up predominantly of Scandinavian settlers. These Nordic Settlers gave Ballard a heritage stamped by hard work, collective consciousness, and a live-and-let-live mentality. They also gave the area numerous attractions, such as Golden Gardens, still popular among residents looking to enjoy their downtime. We share some of the most important and influential moments from the neighborhood’s historical timeline.

Abundant in natural beauty, fresh air, and active, eco-conscious residents, Boulder, Colo. and nearby communities meet all the criteria for someone looking for modern-day green living. But green living is about more than just eating healthy. So we’ve highlighted a few of the other characteristics that attract those seeking a green lifestyle to the Boulder area. Residents looking to get in touch with nature and environmentally responsible readers considering a move to the Denver-Boulder-Broomfield area should familiarize themselves with these hallmarks of the area’s green scene.

Few American landmarks are as recognizable as the giant white letters that spell “Hollywood”  and mark the world’s film production capital. The hills of Hollywood have plenty to offer aside from the Hollywood sign, but it’s  always a treat to see this cultural icon that has appeared in no fewer than 70 films and dozens of popular musical hits. If you’re  a Southern California apartment resident who loves to get out and about and has yet to glimpse the Hollywood sign on a hike near the Hollywood Hills, make plans to visit Runyon Canyon. Here are a few of the highlights of […]

Weekend warriors living in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, take note! The autumn mud run season is underway. Over the next three months, there are opportunities to participate in mud runs and obstacle courses in North Texas almost every single weekend. Regardless of whether you are an experienced professional with a dozen successful mud run finishes under your belt or you want to dart and dash through mud and slime for the first time, at least one of the following mud runs is perfect for you.

Alpharetta, Ga. has plenty to offer its residents. Among them is, without a doubt, some of the most excellent food truck grub in the greater Atlanta area. Each Thursday for the past three and a half months, hundreds of downtown Alpharetta apartment residents and others from around the area have congregated on Old Roswell St. to enjoy truck-prepared meals. Live music fills the air and a sense of  genuine contentment is palpable as attendees enjoy their food, the weather, and good company. For everything you need to know about Alpharetta’s Food Truck Alley, continue reading below.

Jazz music is enjoying something of a revival throughout many parts of the country, and West Palm Beach apartment residents can experience the fruits of it live and for free on the third Friday of every month! Jazz on the Palm, which is held at the Meyer Amphitheater at Centennial Square, is an excellent way to enjoy the incomparable West Palm Beach waterfront and the serenading notes of jazz music at the same time. With an idyllic setting, talented jazz musicians, and a family-friendly atmosphere, the event has a lot going for it.