Fountain Valley: Attend the Market in the Park Staring in May

The Fountain Valley recreation and community services department hosts a yearly farmers market and food truck event and 2016’s festivities are right around the corner. The weekly certified farmers market and food truck event which features various vendors, and fun entertainment is set to start the first Thursday in May (which is only two weeks away). One of the best parts about the spring and summer months is all the great events taking place in your city. For detailed information visit http://www.fountainvalley.org/ .

 

Thursdays 4:30-8:30 pm at the FV Recreation Center.

The farmer’s market will take place at 16400 Brookhurst Street and is free and open to the community. The parking is free and should be a fun time for the entire family. You can grab some food, shop for veggies and enjoy a fun Thursday evening during the summer.

 

Fountain Valley Food: Enjoy Some Fine Dining

When was the last time you went out for a nice meal? And I am not talking about going to the Olive Garden or Outback Steakhouse (event though both of those places are awesome).  I’m talking about having a fine dining experience where you dress up and spend way too much on a meal that happens to be worth every penny. I’m talking about spending a night on the town wining and dining. Life is busy and sometimes we need to get dressed up and enjoy some luxury. Here is a list of three fine dining locations to try near your Fountain Valley apartment. Just be sure to dress up and call a head for a reservation.

 

 

Marché Moderne

3333 Bristol St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Phone number: (714) 434-7900

 

The Capital Grille

3333 Bristol St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Phone number: (714) 432-1140

 

Mastro’s Steakhouse

633 Anton Blvd
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Phone number: (714) 546-7405

 

 

Best Places To Hike and Jog Near Fountain Valley

If you are one of those people who hates the gym and running on treadmills, the only way for you to exercise is by being out in nature. Taking a long run in a park or jogging trail is a wonderful way to relax and enjoy the scenery. Running has been linked with higher level of happiness and has been shown to help with anxiety and depression. The beginning of spring is the perfect time to hit a running trail and with many 5 and 10k races happening in the summer, you will have more than enough time to train. Here is a quick list of three great parks and running trails to try near your Fountain Valley apartment.

 

Mile Square Regional Park

16801 Euclid St
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 973-6600

 

Fairview Park

2525 Placentia Ave
Costa Mesa, CA 92628

 

Haster Basin Park

12952 Lampson Ave
Garden Grove, CA 92840

 

Fountain Valley Pancakes and More

Do you have a craving for some pancakes? You are in luck, because the city of Fountain Valley has quite a few excellent pancake spots near your apartment. What makes a great pancake? Well, that probably depends on who you ask, but fluffiness, an airy texture and something that melts in your mouth is a great start. If you have been searching for a great pancake in your neighborhood, here is a quick list of three of the best reviewed spots in town.  If you happen to try some soon, drop us a comment and let us know how good they really are.

 

Paul’s Coffee Shop

16947 Bushard St
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 965-3643

 

Papa Z’s

9121 Garfield Ave
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 962-8887

 

Champion Food

17090 Magnolia St
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 841-0398

 

Attend the Fountain Valley Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Egg hunts are like Disneyland for kids. If you are looking for something fun to do this weekend with your little ones, why not attend a local Easter event? The City of Fountain Valley recreation department will be hosting its annual Easter Egg hunt on Saturday, March 26 beginning at 8am. The event will feature crafts, carnival games, a bounce house, an egg hunt and other fun Easter themed activities. The recreation department will also host a $5 pancake breakfast for participants first thing in the morning. The event is open and free to the public, so bring your kids for a fun pre-Easter morning.

 

Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 26
8:00 – 11:30 am

LOCATION: Fountain Valley Recreation Center & Sports Park 16400 Brookhurst Street

INFORMATION: 714-839-8611

Best Sports Bars To Watch March Madness In Fountain Valley

March Madness and the college basketball frenzy might not be everyone’s things. But going to a bar, having a beer and a few chicken wings is something almost anyone can get behind (unless you do not drink and are a vegetarian). The 64-team single-elimination tournament is set to start on Thursday but hit full throttle over the weekend with a full slate of games. And if you are looking to have a little fun while watching, here are three great locations to try near your Fountain Valley apartment.

 

Ed’s Stumble Inn

8896 Warner Ave
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 841-6245

 

Silky Sullivans

10201 Slater Ave
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 963-2718

 

O’Connell’s Sports Pub & Grille

19047 Bushard St
Huntington Beach, CA 92646

Phone number: (714) 964-6741

Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day At an Irish Pub

If you are looking to let your hair down a bit this St. Patrick’s Day, the local bars in Fountain Valley and the Huntington Beach area are the place to be. Bars in the area typically go all out for the holiday with drink specials, live entertainment, and aim to provide a great time for local patrons. This year St. Paddy’s Day falls on a Thursday, March 17. Here is a quick list of three great Irish pubs to visit, but to be honest, any bar in Fountain Valley will be a rocking good time. Remember to drink responsibly and never drive drunk.

 

Silky Sullivans

10201 Slater Ave
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 963-2718

 

O’Connell’s Sports Pub & Grille

19047 Bushard St
Huntington Beach, CA 92646

Phone number: (714) 964-6741

 

Fitzgeralds Pub

19171 Magnolia St
Huntington Beach, CA 92646

Phone number: (714) 968-4523

 

 

Play Oscar Bingo at Your Party

If you are planning to host an Academy Awards party this weekend, why not try throwing a few games into the mix? Having some fun during the red carpet can be a great way to create a fun and inviting atmosphere. This year try playing a fun game of Oscar Bingo. You can get a printable card here http://www.punchbowl.com/p/printable-oscar-bingo or by doing a google search or even making one of your own.

 

Oscar Bingo is as simple as it sounds. Cover a space on your card every time a certain event happens—i.e if Reese Witherspoon presents an award or when Chris Rock cusses or whatever else might be on your card. Buy a cheap prize for the winner (maybe a bottle of wine). The bingo game should be a fun time for everyone. The Bingo card feature red carpet and ceremony games.

 

How to Stay Sane With Loud Construction Noise

Nobody likes loud construction noise, but if you are in the middle of a noisy mess, here are a few tips for staying sane and not pulling your hair out.

 

Music: keep calming instrumental music on in the background to give your brain something other than the loud noise to concentrate on. Your brain is adept and blocking out certain noises.

 

Create a calm room: find a room in your apartment that is furthest away from the sound and create calm room. Hang fabrics to absorb the outside sound and rearrange your living room furniture to stop the sound before it even reaches the room.

 

Talk to your manager: If all else fails ask your manager. Every city has certain rules and regulations about doing construction work, so ask you manager to make sure the crew is doing everything up to code.

 

Best Valentine’s Day Flower Shops Fountain Valley

Flowers might not be a flashy Valentine’s Day gift, but they are still the simplest and most romantic way to say “I love you” to your date. No matter what you plan to do this holiday, do not forget to grab some roses or any other floral arraignment and give them to your Valentine before your special night even begins. We are sure you have a great date planned out, the perfect outfit ready and waiting, so here are three great flower shops with Valentine’s Day specials near your Fountain Valley apartment.

 

Pink the Little Flower Shop

18120 Brookhurst St
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 962-5631

 

Accent Florist

9430 Warner Ave
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 964-6394

 

Flowers Etc.

17151 Newhope St
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Phone number: (714) 839-5295