It’s Labor Day Weekend!

Labor Day weekend is almost here, so it’s a time for many to get ready for relaxation and recharging during their much-needed break from work. Good thing there’s plenty of options on how to spend your weekend!

If you’re looking for something more exciting and daring to do for your weekend, definitely check out Sender One Climbing. There’s plenty to do for everyone from the beginners to the experts! Even the kiddos can get in on the fun. On top of that, they even have yoga for those who are a little apprehensive of climbing but still want to get active. Or you could be the type that just wants to keep it calm and have a staycation! Throw some good eats on the grill, gather your family and friends, and make some lasting holiday weekend memories.

From all of us here at Park Plaza Apartments, we hope you have a very safe and fun holiday weekend!

Best Night Life in Santa Ana

You work hard during the day, so you deserve to treat yourself to the best night life possible in Santa Ana, CA. You know that there isn’t a shortage of fun things to do in Southern California, but if you’re trying to limit your driving distance after work, check out these local spots that are ideal to unwind in. Whether you go alone or with your friends, you’ll get to enjoy some amazing drinks, music, and company. Indulge in a well-deserved night out in Santa Ana tonight!

VLVT | Velvet Lounge
Gay bar & restaurant with DJs & dancing
416 W. 4th Street
Dancing · Great cocktails · Great beer selection

The Copper Door
Night Club
225 N Broadway
Live music · Usually a wait · Dancing

Father’s Pub & Grub
13912 Ponderosa St d
Live music · Great beer selection · Casual

To learn more about other amazing spots to relax after work in Santa Ana, check out the list of the best nightlife Yelp has compiled here. You will not be disappointed!

Try These Simple Last Minute Holiday Shopping Tips in Santa Ana

Are you done with all of your holiday shopping? If you’re reading this, we’re guessing the answer is no. Well, don’t worry, we have a few excellent last minute shopping tips and gift ideas to help you get through the last few days before Christmas.

Shop online: don’t even bother going to the mall and just finish your shopping online. Nearly all online shops will have expedited shipping over the next few days. Or you can even ship the gifts directly to the people they are for.

Discount gift cards: There are quite a few online store that offer discount gift cards which are perfect for last minute shopping. So why not pay $40 for a $50 gift card and save yourself some money?

Food: places like Omaha steaks or bakeries offer great deals on meats and sweets for the holiday season, so why not ship something tasty to your friends and family. Look up a discount code online and try to get huge savings.

Popular Places To Eat In Santa Ana

Just because you live in a certain area doesn’t mean you’ve explored every corner of the city. Finding hidden gems or finally going to a popular location can take a lot of time. In order to speed along the process of exploring your city, let’s take a quick look at two popular restaurants near your Santa Ana apartment.

Shabu Shabu Bar

1945 E 17th St

Santa Ana, CA 92705

Phone number(714) 954-0332

The Shabu Shabu Japanese BBQ restaurant serves some of the tastiest food you can imagine. The location has an average four-star rating on 1500 Yelp reviews (which is an impressive number if you follow the site). The rib-eye and pork tends to be a favorite and the restaurant will even throw in a free sake if you check in on Yelp.

Chicken Maison

3332 S Bristol St
Santa Ana, CA 92704
Phone number (714) 434-0244

The Mediterranean style location offers a taste of the Middle East that your stomach will never forget. The cuisine is nothing too exotic and even those who have never tried the food will find something to enjoy. The location also has a four-star rating on 1400 reviews.

Enjoy a “Winter Wonderland” at the Santa Ana Zoo

The zoo might not be the first thing you think about when it comes to the holidays and Christmas events. But the Santa Ana Zoo hosts a year Winter Wonderland event during the month of December that will make the holidays even more magical!

The fun starts every day from 10 am to 4pm and includes a light display, holiday crafts, and Santa’s Workshop and more. And that’s not even mentioning all the wonderful animals that will be in attendance throughout the day. If you are a parent looking to keep the little ones busy for an entire day, the Santa Ana Zoo’s Winter Wonderland is the perfect place to create new family memories this holiday season. The fun is free with the price of admission to the zoo, so stop by and have fun this December.

Winter Wonderland at the Zoo
@ Santa Ana Zoo
Every Day in December

10 am to 4pm

https://www.planadayout.com/Activity/Santa-Ana-Zoo/Winter-Wonderland-at-the-Zoo-1160

 

 

Side Dishes: Thanksgiving Orange Scented Green Beans

Are you ready for a Thanksgiving recipe that will knock your guest’s socks off? Everyone loves turkey, but we all know your meal is only as good as your side dishes. Here is a quick and tasty Food Network Orange Scented Green Bean recipe to try this Thanksgiving. We hope you have a wonderful and tasty Thanksgiving.

Ingredients
1 Orange peel
2 pounds trimmed green beans, available in produce department
2 tablespoons butter
Salt
3 tablespoons fresh chives, snipped

The ingredients are few and the directions quick. Fill up a large pan with two or three inches of water and let it boil. Next throw in the orange peel and green beans (be sure to cut the edges). Let the beans cook for roughly five minutes (you do not want them to get soggy). Once cooked, drain the water and put them in a saucepan. Add in some butter, salt, pepper and chives and simmer for another few minutes. All done. Now serve and let your guest enjoy the side dish.


http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/orange-scented-green-beans-recipe.html?oc=linkback

Santa Ana Fitness: Where To Get Active in the City

If you are the active type, there are a number of great places to work up a sweat in the City of Santa Ana. You can go to a gym, find a scenic hiking trail or run on a track at a local high school. The key is to get out and keep moving, especially during the last two months of the year when we all have a tendency to overeat at those holiday parties and family gatherings. Here is a look at three places to for your next exercise routine.

Santiago Creek Wildlife & Watershed Center, Santiago Park Nature

510 E Memory Ln
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone number (714) 647-6904

The Santiago Creek is a wonderful place to run, walk, hike, or have a picnic. If you are looking for a day of exploring the wilderness, this is the place to go.

Foothill High School

19251 Dodge Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone number (714) 730-7464

Foothill High School has a state of the art outside track open to the public during off hours. You can grab your running shoes and get in a great workout.

Gold’s Gym Santa Ana

1945 E 17th St
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone number (714) 558-9700

Not everyone likes the gym, but if working out indoors is your thing, get a membership and use it during the holiday months to stay fit. Exercising outdoors during the winter can be uncomfortable because of the weather, so a gym membership is a great alternative.

Santa Ana Fun: Visit a Pumpkin Patch Near Your Apartment

Visiting a pumpkin patch can be so much fun. If you have children and are planning on carving a few Jack-O-Lanterns this month, why not turn it into a day long event and visit a patch? The pumpkins are affordable and most patches make their farms kid friendly with music, game, and other activities. If you are looking for inexpensive weekend fun, visiting a patch and then carving pumpkins is the way to find it. Take a look at these wonderful locations near your Santa Ana apartment.

 

The Pumpkin Factory

2800 N Main St
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone number (800) 719-4420

 

Irvine Park Railroad

1 Irvine Park Rd
Orange, CA 92869
Phone number (714) 997-3968

 

The Original Manassero Farms

17th St & Newport Ave
Tustin, CA 92780
Phone number (714) 730-4790

Halloween Decorating Tips: Pumpkins

Halloween may be the funnest and most lively holiday of the year. You get to dress up, eat candy, and scare kids. What’s not to love? If you are planning on decorating your apartment, here are a few tips for carving your pumpkins.

 

Keep them hydrated: pumpkins dry out and shrivel because they lose moisture. So soak your pumpkin in a tub of water every few days. Leaving it submerged overnight will add days to its lifespan.

 

Use the stem: if you are looking to get creative, turn the pumpkin on its side and decorate around the stem. The stem will act like a witch’s ugly nose and instantly make your pumpkin scarier.  

 

Paint: if you feel like skipping the carving altogether, try painting instead. Painting a design on a pumpkin is much easier than carving one into it.

 

Best Parks For a Labor Day BBQ in Santa Ana

Labor Day weekend is just around the corner and the three-day weekend is so close we can almost taste it. If you are looking to celebrate the unofficial end of summer with one last BBQ or picnic, the City of Santa Ana has a number of excellent locations to try. Here is a quick list of three great parks ready to host your next BBQ. Each location is equipped with benches and picnics areas for a BBQ, however, some might need a reservation. So be sure to check ahead of time.

 

Lillie King Park

498 W Alton Ave

Santa Ana, CA 92707

Bomo Koral Park

900 W MacArthur Blvd

Santa Ana, CA 92707

Madison Park

1434 S Standard Ave

Santa Ana, CA 92707

Phone number: (714) 571-4200