Where to Run Near Fullerton

Getting in shape requires dedication, sweat, and a bit of exercise. If you are a runner and are looking to get back on the trails this spring, now is the perfect time to go for a jog. The days are longer, the weather is nearly perfect, and the scenery will knock your socks if. Here is a quick list of three wonderful running trails and parks to exercise at this spring and summer near your Fullerton apartment. If you happen to go running drop just a line in the comments sections and let us know how you felt on the trails.

 

Juanita Cooke Greenbelt & Trail

Laguna Lake Park to N Euclid & W Valencia Mesa
Fullerton, CA 92835

 

Hiltscher Park

1200-1299 N Euclid St
Fullerton, CA 92835

Phone number: (714) 738-6575

 

Ted Craig Regional Park

3300 State College Blvd
Fullerton, CA 92832

Phone number: (714) 973-3180

 

 

Let’s Eat Some Pancakes in Fullerton

Breakfast is the first and most important meal of the day, and if you are looking for something to set the tone, why not start off the day with some pancakes? The tasty breakfast treat has the power to put a smile on your face for the rest of the day. According to various stats, people in the south eat the most pancakes as the region is responsible for nearly 33 percent of the U.S’s total consumption. So the west coast needs to step up its game and start eating more pancakes. Here is a quick list of three great places to eat pancakes near your Fullerton apartment.

 

Egg Cracker

901 Starbuck St
Fullerton, CA 92833

Phone number: (714) 870-0317

 

Kimmie’s Coffee Cup

1605 W Commonwealth Ave
Fullerton, CA 92833

Phone number: (714) 449-1580

 

Rialto Cafe

108 W Wilshire Ave
Fullerton, CA 92832

Phone number: (714) 525-5111

 

Where To Attend an Easter Egg Hunt In Fullerton

Easter is this Sunday and if you have kids, all they want to do is attend an Easter Egg hunt (and can you really blame them?) if you are searching for a few fun Easter themed events and hunts to attend this weekend, here are few places with activities planned this Easter. All three events are free and will be held on Saturday, March 26. Have fun and enjoy time with your family.

 

Fullerton St. Paul Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 26, 2016, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

St Paul Lutheran Church
111 W Las Palmas DrIve
Fullerton, CA 92835-1529
www.stpaulfullerton.org

 

Fullerton South Rotary Easter Egg Hunt
Please call Rotary to confirm: (714) 318-3911

Hillcrest Park
Harbor and Valley View
For Ages: Preschool through 4th grade

 

Fullerton First Presbyterian Church Easter Celebration
Saturday, TBD 10 – 11:30 a.m. Cost: Free.
First Presbyterian Church
838 N. Euclid St.
Fullerton, CA
(714)526-7701

Fullerton Bars: March Madness Games

March Madness is basketball heaven for the sports fan. A 64-team single elimination tournament with games happening nearly every day for two weeks straight. Kansas was installed as the No. 1 seed while Michigan State is the favorite to win the entire tournament. If you are not a sports fan and did not understand a word I just said, March Madness is still a great reason to hit up a bar with friends and enjoy the social aspect of the tournament. Here are three great sports bars that will be showing the games near your Fullerton apartment.

 

Big’s Fullerton

323 N State College Blvd
Fullerton, CA 92831

Phone number: (714) 526-4950

 

Stadium Tavern

305 N Harbor Blvd
Fullerton, CA 92832

Phone number: (714) 447-4200

 

The Bench Sports Bar

3159 Yorba Linda Blvd
Fullerton, CA 92831

Phone number: (714) 528-9150

 

Attend the St. Patrick’s Day Weightlifting Championships

Are you looking for something fun and out-of-the-box to do this St. Patrick’s Day? Well, instead of hitting up an Irish Pub, why not hit up the St. Patrick’s Day Weightlifting Championships in Cal State Fullerton Instead? The event is a USAW sanctioned meet that is open to the public and will take the first 120 registered weightlifters. There will be various age groups and categories, but even if you are not a weightlifter, come on down and enjoy the fun. Tickets for the event will cost $37 and can be purchased here. Be sure to have fun and enjoy this odd way to celebrate the holiday near your Fullerton apartment.

 

When: Saturday and Sunday, March 12 and 13

Where: California State University Fullerton

800 North State College Boulevard, Fullerton, CA 92831

Oscar Fun Fact And Trivia

If you are throwing and Oscar party or get together this Sunday, why not wow your guest with a few fun facts and trivia. You can write the tidbits on index cards and place them next to your drinks, appetizers or just lay them out on your coffee table. Here is quick list of a few fun facts.

 

  • The first Oscars ceremony was an open event and tickets cost $5.
  • The trophy weighs a whopping 8.5 pounds, which list like holding a gallon of milk
  • The Academy was robbed back in 2000 and 55 trophies where stolen (all but there were eventually recovered)
  • There will be no “Steve Harvey” situation where the wrong winner is announced because a PricewaterhouseCoopers employee is authorized to run on stage and stop the ceremony in case that happens
  • Bob Hope holds the record for most times hosting the Oscars with 19

How to Deal With Construction Work

Construction work being done on or near your apartment can be a drag. The loud noise will keep you awake and the dust will dirty your car to no end. Here are a few tips and tricks for dealing with the situation.

 

Know the rules:  every city will have different regulations for construction work, but the most typically are no work before or after 7am and 5pm.

 

Tarps: if dust is getting everywhere, the construction crew is typically responsible for putting up tarps and plastics to keep the mess contained to a certain area.

 

Talk to management: the biggest key to this entire situation is talking to your apartment manager and figuring out what they can do to help the situation.

 

Where To Get Valentine’s Day Flowers in Fullerton

Flowers are the staple of Valentine’s Day and if you show up to a date without them, you are already on the verge of striking out. Yes, flowers are old fashioned and a bit sappy, but they still make an impact. If you are looking to create a truly romantic Valentine’s Day experience, here are three great flower shops near your Fullerton apartment. Place your order now and be sure to show up to Valentine’s Day dinner with something special. Each place has earned excellent reviews on Yelp and are offering various deals and specials.

 

King’s Flowers

1530 W Commonwealth
Fullerton, CA 92833

Phone number: (714) 992-2123

 

Creative Floral Designs

3141 Yorba Linda Blvd
Fullerton, CA 92831

Phone number: (714) 854-1861

 

Flower Allie

1314 E Chapman Ave
Fullerton, CA 92831

Phone number: (714) 525-2050

Best Places to Watch the Super Bowl In Fullerton

Why host a Super Bowl party and deal with all that stress and clean up when you can just go hit up a sports bar instead? Sunday’s game is a matchup between the Denver Broncos and Carolina Panther’s that will begin at 6:30 PM EST on CBS and pit quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Cam Newton against each other. If you are searching for a place to watch the game, here are three sports bars near your Fullerton apartment. Just be sure to check with each location about seating locations and cover prices.

 

Big’s Fullerton

323 N State College Blvd
Fullerton, CA 92831

Phone number: (714) 526-4950

 

The Bench Sports Bar

3159 Yorba Linda Blvd
Fullerton, CA 92831

Phone number: (714) 528-9150

 

The Swig Bar

2595 Chapman Ave
Fullerton, CA 92831

Phone number: (714) 526-4447

City of Fullerton Events and Activities

The City of Fullerton is an active city with events and activities taking place on a daily basis and the month of February is no exception. If you are looking to get more involved with your city, here are two great events taking place over the next few weeks.

 

Valentines for Veterans

The City of Fullerton recreation department will be hosting a Valentines for Veterans event and luncheon in February at the Ebell Club. For more information and to R.S.V.P., contact Norma Gallant at 714-871-3375 no later than January 15th.

Lunch: $15 – $20

 

Weight Lifting Camp

Tuesdays & Thursdays in February

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

$40; Grades 6th – 8th

If you are interested in getting your kids to work out and focus on fitness, this is an excellent class to attend. For additional information, call 714-626-3880.