6 Ways to Deal with Construction near your Apartment

When it comes to construction and noise pollution, it’s very rare that you can have one without the other, especially when there are residential areas concerned.

As a Palmdale resident, it is your right to be concerned with getting plenty of uninterrupted sleep, but as far as the construction crews are concerned, the sound ordinance is the only measure they abide by when it comes to noise.

Don’t despair! There are several ways to help alleviate the noise pollution in your home, and ways to reach a compromise if the ordinance isn’t followed:

  1. Install acoustic curtains
  2. Talk to your landlord about installing double-pane windows
  3. Add a thick window film to the glass
  4. Use a white noise machine
  5. Invest in noise cancelling headphones
  6. Address the noise pollution with your municipal noise control officer

Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt at the Getty

Wanting to experience something a little different from your typical dinner and movie date in Palmdale this Valentine’s Day?

How about a Valentine’s themed scavenger hunt?

You’ll get the chance to traverse across the grounds of the Getty as you partake in this adults-only, nudity-hunting scavenger hunt at the Getty.

On this comical two-hour quest guests will be searching for answers to riddle-like questions.

The person with the most (correct) answers will pick up some gift cards, backpacks, and more.

Previous art knowledge is not a requirement.

Choose from three different time slots this weekend to accommodate your schedule; Saturday, February 13 at 11am and 2:30pm, or Sunday, February 14 at 2pm.

The scavenger hunt is priced at $24.50 per person. Parking is $15.

For more information visit their website: www.watsonadventures.com/public/event/the-naked-at-the-getty-scavenger-hunt/

Bowl while Watching the Super Bowl in LA

It’s the last and biggest game of the season, so why not get out of your Palmdale apartment and enjoy the game with your friends as you play a game of bowling and sip on some beer.

Located at L.A. Live in downtown LA, you’ll find the bowling alley just around the corner from the Staple’s Center. This free event will feature the game on 17 big screens plus, you’ll have a chance to win prizes and giveaways.

The “Big Game Viewing Party,” as it’s been announced, will be hosted by the Notice Network Association, ADMP Events and Chuey Martinez from KIIS FM.

You can also enjoy a game of billiards and a Full Service Bar.

On Sunday, February 7, the doors will open at 1pm, with kick off at 3:30pm.

For more information, visit their website: www.SuperBowlLounge.com

Address: Lucky Strike, LA Live 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015

 

How to Ensure You Get Your Security Deposit Back

Apartment living can be great, so long as you respect your landlords rules. Whether you’re just settling into your new apartment in Palmdale, or getting ready to move, these tips will help ensure you get your security deposit back, or at the very least understand why you aren’t.

  1. Read your lease carefully to ensure that you aren’t breaking any rules, or in something seems unreasonable, ask to change or alter a clause prior to signing it.
  2. Document everything upon moving in by taking notes and pictures. Then give this list to your landlord to sign and keep for your records.
  3. Keep it clean by removing any stains before they set, and contacting your landlord regarding any normal wear and tear immediately.
  4. Upon moving out, clean again. You don’t want to be charged for any trash that is strewn about, or an excessive number of nail holes.
  5. Be sure you understand your rights as a renter, as the landlord is required by law to give you a written account of charges accrued.

Enjoy a Trejo Taco near your Palmdale Apartment

Are you a fan of tacos? What about Danny Trejo?

If you answered “yes” to one or both of those questions, Trejo’s Tacos is for you!

Actor Danny Trejo has decided to embark on a new journey as he opens Trejo’s Tacos, a taco restaurant that will feature only the freshest ingredients.

You can expect to feast on meaty tacos and quesadillas, and for our vegetarian friends, they can enjoy fried avocado and black pepper tofu tacos.

Wash it down with seasonal aguas frescas, date-sweetened horchata, or Trejo’s own Cerveza, brewed in the downtown Arts District. And be sure to stay tuned for ice cream sandwiches as well!

Trejo’s Tacos will have their soft opening next week, so be sure to follow their Instagram and Twitter account for more details.

As for the leftovers generated by the restaurant, they will all be donated to a local homeless shelter.

Address: 1048 S La Brea Ave