Summer is made for beaches and adventures, which is why it’s a popular time for vacations. If you’re planning on jetting away for a week, don’t forget to get your home ready for your break while you’re putting together your packing checklists. Use these tips to help keep your home secure while you’re enjoying your summer vacation. Consider a Sitter: If po...
Moving can be a difficult process. By the time you’ve packed up your old home and moved the boxes into your new one, you may swear never to move ever again. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the thought of unpacking and organizing your new home, but by using some of these simple tips, you can begin to make your new home feel more like your home. Start with the b...
Whether you work from home because you telecommute, run your own business, or simply want a space that makes tackling boring tasks like paying bills feel less like a drag, creating a dedicated and functional work space can help boost productivity and motivate you to get some work done. When planning your new home office, there are a few things you should absolutely...
One of the perks of living in the San Francisco Bay Area is the weather. The temperate climate means we get to enjoy outdoor activities throughout the year! Located on Camino Ricardo in Moraga, our Harvest Court community offers residents easy access to a natural 2+ acre park with trails and bridges over two creeks and is within easy driving distance to other hiking t...
Moving into a new home is an incredibly exciting moment for new homeowners. There’s a rush of emotions from the moment you receive your keys and start moving into your home. Sure there’s still the not so fun chore of unpacking and generally getting settled, but it’s the start of a new adventure. What better way to celebrate this milestone than with a thoughtf...
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and the Bay Area is full of fun, family-friendly events to celebrate. From parades, concerts and of course, fireworks, there are plenty of activities available for everyone! Moraga (East Bay) Near our Harvest Court community in Moraga, residents can celebrate Independence Day at the July 4th at the Commons at Moraga Co...
Mother’s Day is coming up and if you’re looking for a way to celebrate the special mom in your life consider skipping the crowds at the restaurants and toast the Mom-of-Honor at home with a delicious brunch. Here are a few tips on hosting a stress-free Mother’s Day brunch that everyone will enjoy! Prepare the Night Before An easy sure-fire way to help reduc...
Fall cleaning is the new spring cleaning. With the change in the season, now is a great time to reorganize and clean your home. But what if you could clean your home just once more and then never have to clean it again? Japanese organizational consultant, Marie Kondo, makes that claim in her international bestselling book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. The...
Get ready for a howling good time this Halloween season. From pumpkin patches to haunted houses, there are plenty of fun activities for all ages to enjoy this month around the Fremont and Sunnyvale areas. Pumpkin Patches Fall Pumpkin Tours at Full Circle Farm, Sunnyvale. Take your preschooler to tour the Children Garden to pick out a pumpkin in the field and have ...
Labor Day weekend is here! Time to kick back and relax and enjoy the final weeks of Summer with friends and family. These days, long weekends mean one thing: BBQs. If you’re hosting your own BBQ this Labor Day, here are five tips for hosting the perfect Labor Day BBQ without all the hard work: Know who you’re feeding When you’re planning your menu, know th...