Best Airline Travel Tips

Flying to your destination is such a great option. Instead of spending hours in the car, you turn an 8 hour trip into a 2 hour plane ride.

To make your flying experience as comfortable and easy as possible, try these simple tips:

  • When booking your airline tickets, you should understand the difference between nonstop and direct flights. Opt for a nonstop flight; direct flights may touch down at other locations on the way to your final destination.
  • Select your seating choice as soon as they’re made available to you. You don’t want to be stuck smack dab in the middle of center aisle seating, or placed in the exit row. Unless of course you want the extra leg room.
  • Pack all of your electronics together. By doing so, security checks will be much easier to go through. Otherwise you run the risk of having to unpack your entire bag.
  • Instead of checking your bags, pack light and be sure to adhere to the liquid rule of 3 ounce containers placed in a clear plastic bag.

Send Your Grandparents to the Senior Luau in Fountain Valley

Summer fun isn’t just for the young folk. Our parents and grandparents want to get into the action as well. If you have a senior in the Fountain Valley area, why not send them to the Senior Luau, next week? Sponsored by the Founders Village Senior center, the Luau is a great way to keep the seniors in your life active and having fun. For his a bit more information about the event, which takes place during on the second Thursday of August. Have fun and enjoy the party.

 

 Senior Luau

Thursday, August 11

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

@ The Center at Founders Village Senior & Community Center

 Sponsored by Fountain Valley Regional Hospital

For more information, visit: http://www.fountainvalley.org/856/Special-Events

Best Weekend Trip Camping Locations

Weekend trips are a rite of passage during the summer. The question is, where to go and what to do. If you are stuck looking for the perfect location, why not skip the expensive hotels and just go camping instead? California has a host of wonderful camping grounds with amazing views and great hiking trails. Camping can also be very affordable and fun for the entire family. All you really need is the tents and sleeping bags. Here are three great camping locations to visit during your next weekend trip. Have fun and enjoy the trip.

 

Chilao Campground

Angeles Forest

Los Angeles, CA 90189

 

Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr

Los Angeles, CA 90027

Phone number (323) 913-4688

 

Horse Flats Campground

Horse Flats Rd / Angeles Crest Hwy

La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011

Phone number (818) 899-1900

3 Easy Summer Grilling Tips

Summer grilling is easy. All you have to do is whip out the grill and throw on a few pieces of meat. Ok, maybe I simplified the process too much. But grilling isn’t something that’s too difficult. Even if you are not the best cook, here are three easy summer grilling trips to try during your next cook out.

Cleaning tips: if you have a grill that needs to be cleaned, preheat it first. The heat will kill the bacteria and make it easier to get rid of any grime.

Chicken tips: cook chicken with indirect heat to get a nice and slow cook. Also go with thighs instead of breasts for a fuller, juicier flavor. Breast will dry out quicker.

Beef tips: most pieces of beef should be cooked with high heat. Beef should be kept juicy, and cooking with medium to low heat will only dry the meat out.

Are You Ready For the Fountain Valley Market in the Park & Food Truck Frenzy

Fountain Valley will be hosting an awesome farmers market and food truck event in the park every Thursday during the summer. The event will feature local events, growers and craft makers and a host of yummy food trucks from neighborhood restaurants. If you are looking to get out this summer and enjoy your community while partaking in some yummy food, this is the event to attend. The festivities begin at 4:30pm and last until 8:30pm. For more information, visit the Fountain Valley parks and rec department. Here is a quick look at the event info. Have fun and enjoy your Thursday Nights in Fountain Valley/

 

4:30 PM - 8:30 PM

May 5th, 2016 through August 25th, 2016 every Thursday from 4:30pm-8:30pm

Recreation & Sports Park

16400 Brookhurst Street

Fountain Valley, CA 92708

(714) 593-4449

 

Get Ready for the Summer Concert Series

Are you ready for some summer fun at the park? This year the Fountain Valley parks and rec department will be hosting five concerts in the parks beginning on Thursdays in August at the Civic Center Sunken Gardens in Westminster. The concerts are set to begin at 6pm and last until 7:30pm. Food will be sold and participants are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs, as minimal seating will be provided. Have fun and enjoy a summer filled with concerts.

 

Thursdays, August, Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Civic Center Sunken Gardens
8200 Westminster Blvd.
Westminster, CA
(714) 895-2860
westminster-ca.gov

2016 Concerts

August 4, 2016 The Silverados
Country Rock

August 11, 2016 King of 88s 
Piano rock

August 18, 2016 Abbey Road 
The Beatles tribute

August 6, 2015 Chico
Latin and R & B

August 25, 2016 Swing Coast Big Band
Big Band and Swing

 

3 Classic Father’s Day Gifts For Dad

Father’s Day comes every single year at the same time in June, yet most of us continue to scramble around at the beginning of the month trying to figure out what to get dad. Suddenly we forget what dad likes, or what size he wears, or what hobbies he has. But do not panic, if you are stuck on a gift for dad, here are three classic Father’s Day gift ideas.

 

Custom Photo Book: dads love pictures of their kids or grand kids, so create a custom photo book with all those great memories. There are dozens of apps on the market that can help you make something or you can just head over to the local Walmart.

 

Tie: if you have a father who loves to dress up, ties are a must. However, skip the “World’s Greatest Dad” ties and get something stylish that he can wear to the office.

 

Coffee mug: however, if you really want to get dad something that shows how he really is the “World’s Greatest Dad” go with a fun coffee mug.

 

DIY: 5 Summer-Inspired Centerpieces

Wanting to add some subtle pops of color throughout your home?

Arrangements are the way to go! Check out these 5 DIY centerpieces:

  1. For all the veggie lovers, get a large clear container filled with distilled water. Then arrange a bundle of carrots and kohlrabi with leaves attached, along with large branches of green cherry tomatoes.
  2. If that idea is too out-of-the-box for your taste, source thin-stemed vases and add single stems to the mixed glassware.
  3. Old metal boxes and lunch pails make for a unique flower container. White hydrangeas, viburnum, and other oversized florals will complement the antique containers.
  4. Or, if you prefer the desert, use a cake stand and some moss to help create a stunning succulent centerpiece.
  5. A vintage silver water pitcher can double as a sturdy vase. Use it to show off bundles of red and white radishes, held together by rubber bands.

Fun and Inexpensive Summer Décor Tips

Summer is about having fun and getting in an adventure or two, so why not spice up your apartment’s décor and create something fun and summer inspired? Here are a few tips.

 

Firewood: most apartment units do not have fireplaces, but don’t let that stop you from being artsy. Grab some fire wood and arrange it in a stylish way in your living room and let it act as a décor piece. The smell of the wood will make your apartment feel like a summer night.

 

Coffee table: coffee tables are one of the easiest ways to change up your décor. Grab something with a bold summer color and let it turn into a conversation piece. You can also repaint an existing coffee table if you do not want to purchase a new one.

 

Centerpieces: centerpieces with fresh flowers are a great way to get summer into your apartment. Grab a few interesting and fun vases and put flowers in them and place the pieces on your side tables (you can even put some in a bathroom).

Where To Eat the Best Burger In Fountain Valley

Who has the best burgers in Fountain Valley? Well that is a very subjective question. Some people love a McDonald’s burgers, while others prefer mom-and-pop stands, while others only eat gourmet hamburgers from fancy steak houses. No matter where you eat, we believe that all hamburgers are special and tasty great in their own rights (we just really love burgers). So this national hamburger day (which is on Saturday, May 28 by the way) why not go out and try to find the best burger for yourself. Here are three great places to start.

 

Fuji’s Famous Burgers & More

17870 Newhope St
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 437-1570

 

Glee Donuts & Burgers

9475 Heil Ave
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 531-0288

 

G Burger – Fountain Valley

18120 Brookhurst St
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 965-6707