March 19th is Certified Nurses Day! According to the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the purpose of this day is to “celebrate and publicly acknowledge nurses who earn and maintain the highest credentials in their specialty.” While it’s important to celebrate nurses every year, it’s no secret that in the past year, nurses have dedicated their time and put their lives … Read More
Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month
We are in the midst of Women’s History Month! What started as Women’s History Week back in 1978 turned into a month-long celebration in 1987. Since 1995, each president has issued an annual proclamation that designates March as Women’s History Month. Each year, the National Women’s History Alliance selects a theme, this year’s being: “Valiant Women of the Vote: Refusing … Read More
Discover One of the Best Charlottesville Apartment Communities: Arden Place
Arden Place has received numerous awards, illustrating our overall success as an apartment community and the satisfaction of our residents! These prestigious awards recognize Arden Place as one of the best Charlottesville apartment communities. In 2020, Arden Place won the Satisfacts Award, the Apartment Ratings Award, and the 2020 Elite 1% ORA Power Ranking. In addition to being proud to … Read More
The Best Places for Takeout on Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Perhaps you and your special someone typically head to a fancy restaurant to celebrate the occasion. This year, it’s no surprise that restaurants may have to operate at a lower capacity. On a day like Valentine’s Day, reservations are already rather difficult to obtain. Skip the stress of getting a table at your … Read More
Your Guide to the Perfect Richmond Day Trip
Are you in need of a little escape? After the year we’ve had, a mini-vacation is well-deserved. However, with everything going on, a true vacation isn’t always in the cards. Luckily, Richmond is just a hop and a skip down the road from Charlottesville! If you’re in need of a change in scenery, Richmond is the perfect place to visit … Read More
Stay Motivated with these At-Home Workout Ideas & Tools
2021 is finally here, and with that comes something we’re all too familiar with — New Year’s resolutions! A common resolution that many choose to focus on is to work out more. This resolution, while achievable, can be difficult for a variety of reasons. Some people may not be comfortable hitting the local gym due to COVID, and some simply … Read More
Deck the Halls: Apartment Decorating for the Holidays
What’s your favorite way to get into the holiday spirit? Perhaps it’s by baking some sweet holiday treats or cozying up to watch a holiday movie. One of the best ways is to decorate your apartment! With so many trendy decorating ideas, it can be difficult to know where to start. Not to worry, we’ve selected some of the hottest … Read More
Make these DIY Candles for Holiday Gifts or Your Apartment!
December 5th is National Candle Day! Candles are the perfect way to fill your home with a warm glow and a delicious scent. Just in time for the holidays, you can fill your home with the smells of cinnamon, pine, and more. Of course, you can go to the store and buy a candle just about anywhere, but what’s the … Read More
Small Business Saturday: Local Businesses to Support in Charlottesville
Saturday, November 28th, is Small Business Saturday! While this holiday season looks a little different, we can still support local businesses. In fact, now more than ever, they need the help of their customers. Oftentimes, we don’t realize how impactful the coffee or baked goods we purchase from local shops are. For this reason, this holiday season, do what you … Read More
National Healthy Skin Month: Skin Care Tips
November is National Healthy Skin Month! Did you know that the skin is the body’s largest organ? The purpose of our skin is to block unwanted pathogens and other agents from penetrating our bodies. Perhaps you’ve noticed more acne and blemishes on your skin as a result of wearing masks. In fact, the term “maskne” has been coined to describe … Read More