Celebrate National Camping Month at Houston’s Double Lake

With June right around the corner, it is time to make your plans for celebrating this year's National Camping Month. For a great weekend of outdoor activity without driving far from our apartment community, try camping near Houston at the Double Lake Campground. Set near a beautiful lake with plenty of surrounding forest, you don't have to go a long ways... [Read more...]
Download Your eBooks From the Houston Public Library

It's easy to list the conveniences of owning an e-reader--fewer heavy books to lug around, more room in your bag or briefcase, easy navigation for those who keep massive collections of literature. However, many of us aren't aware that some libraries offer the ability to check out e-books just like their paper-made cousins. As long as you possess a library... [Read more...]
Give Back to the Greater Houston Community By Volunteering

Now that you're settled into your Houston apartment, it's time to find out ways to get involved. Have you ever considered volunteering for a charity? Here are some fantastic organizations that score among the highest Houston charity rankings: Be An Angel is an organization that seeks to bring better quality of life to children with special needs and... [Read more...]
One Green Street Ranks Among ‘Greenest’ Houston Boutiques

Have you been looking to spice up your wardrobe or modernize the décor in your apartment home? Check out One Green Street, one of the best new boutiques in Houston, where you will find wares that are not only stylish, they are also eco-conscious. Calling itself an Organic Lifestyle Destination, Green Street’s driving mission is to make sustainable shopping... [Read more...]
Traders Village Weekend Flea Market Stocks Something for All

How do you mix entertainment with eco-friendly living? Visit Traders Village, a weekend flea market not far from our Energy Corridor Houston luxury apartments. Sprawled over more than 100 acres, Traders Village has something for everyone. Shop to your heart's content at the 1,500+ shops in the open-air market, supporting the local economy while finding... [Read more...]
Treat Mom to an Exotic Houston Mother’s Day Brunch at Hugo’s

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate your mother for all of the wonderful things she has done for you throughout your lifetime. This year, make it special by treating Mom to an exotic, high-end brunch experience at Hugo's! Hugo's brunch menu is filled with sweet and savory flavors made only with the freshest of ingredients. Try some of the bolder food items... [Read more...]
Mark Your Calendars: 2013 Houston Cinco de Mayo Parade

You don’t have to be a kid to love the 2013 Houston Cinco de Mayo Parade. It’s a great way to celebrate the rich tradition of our city’s Hispanic community. While most people equate this holiday with Mexico’s Independence Day, it actually commemorates their victory over the French army at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Over the years it’s become... [Read more...]
Exercise Your Green Thumb as a Hermann Park Conservancy Member

Gardening is a wonderful way to spend time outside, get some exercise, and relieve any stress. Join the Hermann Park Conservancy and help preserve one of the best parks in Houston while having a great time getting your hands dirty for a good cause. Founded in 1914, Hermann Park is a massive urban oasis spanning more than 445 acres. The park has proven... [Read more...]
Stone Moves Rock Climbing is Perfect for Beginners and Advanced Climbers

Whether you're looking for a new way to exercise, a unique date idea, or a fun weekend event, rock climbing in Houston is the perfect activity. Fortunately, there is a great place to go climbing near your Houston luxury apartment community. Open seven days a week, Stone Moves offers the finest rock climbing experience in South Texas. This indoor facility... [Read more...]
3 Houston Charities You Should Know About

Sometimes in the midst of winter blues, it feels good to give back. There are some really amazing charities and non-profit organizations near your luxury West Houston apartments for you to get connected with. Where there's a will, there's a way! That seems to be the mentality of Women's Home, a local charity that helps women in crisis get back on their feet... [Read more...]


