You are here: Home / Archives for greystar

Taste the Grape in Temecula Wine Country

February 27, 2013 by

Unlike many Johnny-come-lately wine destinations in the United States, the Temecula Valley has over two centuries of history in getting grape to glass. The first vintners were Catholic padres at Mission San Juan Capistrano, who embraced the excellent viticulture of the area. Commercial wineries have been active since the late 1960s, and the area has grown into both a popular tourist destination as well as a quick trip for Los Angeles area locals. Wineries often double as bed & breakfasts in the area, many of which are booked up months in advance. And they're a great destination for day trips or weekend excursions from Coventry Court Apartments.

Recommendations include the Falkner Winery, which is located in a gorgeously-designed hilltop building; the Longshadow Ranch Vineyard and Winery, which has six generations of expertise in play in their delicious wines; and the Mount Palomar Winery, which has a lovely patio to sit and relax. When you’re done tasting, the nearby Pechanga Resort & Casino is a heck of a good time as well.

For more information about Temecula Wine Country, visit www.temeculawines.org.

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , , , ,

Fun Board Games to Play with Grandkids

February 20, 2013 by

If you’re looking for some fun, entertaining games that are great for all ages, you’re in luck. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most enjoyable games to play with your grandkids!

Scrabble
This classic word game might be a bit advanced for the littlest ones, but for kids who already know how to read, Scrabble offers an opportunity for them to show off their word skills, possibly while learning a few new words too!

Clue
A detective game that's a little bit different every time you play, Clue offers kids the chance to put their deduction skills to the test. Solving Clue's whodunit is a great challenge for kids, and it's also fun for adults.

Sorry
Opinion's usually divided on this board game, but one thing's for sure: Sorry's definitely likely to foster some friendly family competition.

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: , , , , , ,

Happy Valentine’s Day!

February 14, 2013 by

Wishing you a day filled with love and happiness!

Filed Under: Life at Coventry Court Seniors Apartments Tagged With: ,

Happy Valentine’s Day!

February 14, 2013 by

Wishing you a day filled with love and happiness!

Filed Under: Life at Coventry Court Seniors Apartments Tagged With: ,

Kean Coffee: It’s Peachy Keen

February 13, 2013 by

Guatemala-born coffee impresario Martin Diedrich has java in his blood—his family owned a small coffee farm, and he grew up watching beans planted and harvested. After exploring a career in archaeology, he moved to America to help his family with their roaster business. From there, it was a short step to opening his own café, and in 2005 he opened Kéan with his wife in a spot not far from Coventry Court Apartments.

Dedicated to providing a cutting-edge, comfortable café experience for coffee aficionados, Kéan craft roasts a variety of sustainably sourced beans from around the world and serves up unique, delicious beverages. The flavored lattes get a big thumbs up from locals, who also rave about the atmosphere and the incredible attention to detail provided by the baristas—especially their gorgeous latte art. The company is also proud of their dedication to environmental responsibility and community engagement. Kéan is everything a local coffeehouse should aspire to be.

Kéan Coffee
13681 Newport Avenue # 14
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 838-5326
www.keancoffee.com

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: , , , ,

Santa Ana River Trail: Feel the Breeze

February 6, 2013 by

The 43-mile Santa Ana River Trail has been decades in the making, but residents and visitors in the Orange area now can include 24 miles of the trail as a local place to get their recreation. The trail will eventually be expanded to a 110-mile parkway leading from the San Bernardino Mountains to the Pacific Ocean alongside the Santa Ana River. The paved trailway provides opportunity for pedestrians, bicyclists, equestrians, and runners to enjoy the natural beauty of Orange County leading to and along the coast. The parkway includes sport fields, bird watching spots, and beachfront activities along a relatively flat stretch of the trail. Cyclists caution that the winds blowing off the ocean can be quite strong, but admit this can provide pleasant relief on hot days. Regular visitors note that the trail can be secluded in some areas and advise that visitors stay in groups for safety, or visit primarily during mid-day hours.

Santa Ana River Trail
W. Orangewood Avenue
Orange, CA 92868
(714) 555-5555

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , ,

Bistro Bleu: Enjoy French Fare

January 29, 2013 by

With fine French cuisine in a relaxed-but-refined setting, Bistro Bleu is a breath of fresh air.

Just moments from Coventry Court Apartments, this is a charming, cozy spot with friendly service and great food. For starters, you'll find everything from elegant dishes of escargot and duck liver terrines to lobster bisque and an excellent wedge salad. The list of entrees is a similar all-star roster, with steak frites and coq au vin as well as a ridiculously tasty bleu cheese burger. If you're coming in for lunch you can take advantage of one of the great prixe fixe options, or dig into a decadent croque monsieur. Whenever you come, it is absolutely worth your while to order up a chocolate souffle to finish off your meal. Reservations are essential.

Bistro Bleu
918 S. Magnolia Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 826-3590
http://www.yelp.com/biz/bistro-bleu-anaheim-2

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: , , ,

Five Women Who Changed History

January 23, 2013 by
With the celebration of Women’s History Month, public awareness of women’s accomplishments over the ages will be at an all-time high. Highlighted below are five women who made their mark on the world and continue to provide inspiration for all people to this day: 
 
Harriet Beecher Stowe, 1811 – 1896
Harriet Beecher Stowe impacted the world through her work as an advocate for a slavery-free society. Her novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin became a major work of literature in the anti-slavery movement, helping to popularize and define the movement’s central beliefs. 
 
Mary Wollstonecraft, 1759 – 1797
Mary Wollstonecraft is famous for having written A Vindication of the Rights of Women, a touchstone work in the early feminist movement. The tract made a powerful and compelling argument for increasing the human and political rights of women. Her efforts to improve women’s lives made her a pioneer in the battle for female suffrage.
 
Rosa Parks, 1913 – 2005
Rosa Parks is a woman who proved how a single brave action can reverberate through the world with positive effects. She was an African-American civil rights activist who rose to fame when she refused to give up her bus seat for a white passenger. Her courage and conviction sparked the history-making Montgomery Bus Boycott, and she became an iconic figure in the struggle against racial segregation.
 
Harriet Tubman, 1820 – 1913
Harriet Tubman started out as a slave and ended up as a celebrated figure in the abolitionist movement. Working with the Underground Railroad, a network of antislavery activists, she rescued a large number of slaves. She also participated as a Union spy during the American Civil War and was the first woman to lead an armed expedition in the war (which freed over 700 slaves). Later in her life she also became a major activist in the women’s suffrage movement.
 
Amelia Earhart, 1897-1937
Amelia Earhart was a renowned pioneer in the field of aviation. She became the first woman to be awarded the coveted U.S Distinguished Flying Cross, which she received for having flown solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She also set numerous flight records, wrote best-selling books, championed women’s rights, and provided a positive and highly public role model for girls and women everywhere.

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: , , ,

Napa Rose: Treat Yourself

January 16, 2013 by

With an incomparable selection of wines and exciting contemporary cuisine just minutes from Coventry Court Apartments, Napa Rose is a gem. Located in Disney's Grand Californian Hotel, you'll be charmed by the beautiful Arts and Crafts decor. The menu changes with the seasons, using only the freshest ingredients and unique flavor combinations that will drive your taste buds wild. There is also a 4-course prix-fixe tasting menu that changes each week, offering a great value. Expert sommeliers can help you find the perfect wine to go with whatever you order, with many award-winning California vintages to choose from. In the ten years that Napa Rose has been open, it's turned a lot of heads. With highly acclaimed food and wine in an elegant setting, it's a restaurant that every foodie should know.

Napa Rose
1600 S Disneyland Dr
Anaheim, CA 92802
(714) 956-6755
http://www.yelp.com/biz/napa-rose-at-grand-californian-anaheim


 

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: , , ,

Bowers Museum: One of SoCal’s Finest Collections

January 9, 2013 by

Santa Ana’s Bowers Museum has been in operation for almost 80 years, upholding its longstanding reputation as one of Southern California’s finest museums. Featuring exquisite art exhibits from all over the world, the museums permanent exhibitions include everything from 5,000-year-old Chinese and early Native American (specifically, early Californian) works to a collection of over 30,000 objects from Orange County's own colorful history. The Bowers Museum also features a variety of rotating exhibits that have covered interesting topics such as Evita: Up Close and Personal and an entire showcase on Egyptian Mummies borrowed from the British Museum. The museum also holds frequent lectures and family festivals, so there's something for every art-inclined family. In 1994, in fact, Bowers opened its “Kidseum,” an arts-and-culture experience in which children’s creativity is encouraged. 

The Bowers Museum is open Tuesday – Sunday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., and tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children (children under 6 can visit for free). It might just be one of the best museums near Coventry Court Apartments.

Bowers Museum
2002 N. Main Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
(714) 567-3600
bowers.org

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , , ,
« Previous Page
Next Page »

Pin It on Pinterest