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Its National Cat Day

This month, the Port Landing at Fife Blog is bringing residents ways to celebrate National Cat Day on October 29th. Head out of your Fife, WA apartment and visit local humane society places like Auburn Valley Humane Society, Next to Nature, and Metro Animal Services. Read on to learn more about these in today's blog post. Auburn Valley Humane Society The Auburn Valley Humane Society enriches the lives of animals and people through sheltering, programs, services, and community engagement. “Auburn Valley Humane Society is much more than just ‘the pound’. It’s a community education center where pets and people can come together. You can expect pet related seminars from local veterinarians and staff on topics ranging from grooming to diabetes.” Auburn Valley Humane Society is about 12 miles from Port Landing at Fife. Next to Nature Founded in 1995, Next to Nature provides healthy treats, foods, and quality accessories to pet lovers. ‘Next to Nature’ is not just the name of this company. They believe they can make a positive impact in the lives of your pets via better nutrition. This business is a local, family-owned company with stores is Seattle, Edmonds, and Tacoma. Every year they quietly donate a significant percentage of their profits to animal welfare causes. They are committed to continue to expand their knowledge and expertise in animal nutrition for the benefit of their customers. Next to Nature is about a 12-minute drive from Port Landing at Fife. Metro Animal Services Metro Animal Services is a partnership that shelters, protects, and unites the pets and people of seven cities in eastern Pierce County and southern King County. Metro is operated by the City of Sumner and utilizes a shelter provided by the City of Puyallup. The Cities of Algona, Bonney Lake, Edgewood, Milton and Pacific participate by interlocal agreement. Metro Animal Services is about 19-minutes from Port Landing at Fife. Let us know what you’ll be doing to celebrate National Cat Day at the end of the month. Leave a comment. Thanks for reading!

Celebrate National Taco Day

This month, the Port Landing at Fife Blog is focusing on one of the best celebrations of the year. October 4th is National Taco Day. Celebrate by checking out local taco places like Tacos Guaymas, Taqueria El Antojo of Tacoma, Taco Del Mar, and Taqueria El Rinconsito of Tacoma. Read on to learn more about these restaurants near your apartment in Fife, Washington. Tacos Guaymas Will you be eating a delicious meal at Tacos Guaymas to celebrate National Taco Day this year? They specialize in crafting mouth-watering meals and providing superb customer service. Order online for pickup! Tacos Guaymas is about a 17-minute drive from Port Landing at Fife. Taqueria El Antojo of Tacoma At Antojo, they are passionate about delicious, fresh, and affordable food for everyone! Their dishes are a blend of old family recipes and creations inspired by the variety of flavors found in their native México and other Latin American countries. Taqueria El Antojo of Tacoma is about a 12-minute drive from Port Landing at Fife. Taco Del Mar Baja style Coastal Mexican Cuisine is all about light, flavorful tastes and natural heat from peppers like jalapeños and habaneros. At Taco Del Mar, enjoy fresh ingredients, delicious guacamole, and whole-cooked meats like braised chicken and pulled pork carnitas. Top off your meal with their legendary burritos and iconic Baja fish. Taco Del Mar is about a 13-minute drive from Port Landing at Fife. Taqueria El Rinconsito of Tacoma This is a fast-paced, family-oriented establishment, serving your favorite Mexican dishes. Enjoy everything from tacos and nachos to delicious specialties, seafood, and yummy desserts. These tasty recipes are prepared with quality ingredients at reasonable prices. Enjoy fast service, extended late hours, and friendly service in all their locations. Taqueria El Rinconsito of Tacoma is about 15-minutes from Port Landing at Fife. How will you be celebrating National Taco Day? Share your favorite place to get tacos in a comment, or you can share your favorite taco recipes. Thanks for reading!

Free things to do in Tacoma, WA

“Let’s do fun things for free.” It’s a phrase that we love to say but unfortunately, it doesn’t always come up. To kick off October, the Port Landing at Fife Apartments Blog is sharing a few things that you can do without spending any money. While you will need transportation to get from your apartment in Fife, WA to Tacoma, the drive is only ten minutes away. Enjoy a day or an evening this week doing as many of these free things as you can. Let’s go have fun! Let’s go on an adventure! Visit the Bridge of Glass “The Chihuly Bridge of Glass is Tacoma's stunning link to the Thea Foss Waterway and the Museum of Glass. The 500 foot pedestrian bridge holds three amazing Chihuly glass installations, open to the public 24 hours a day. Linger at sunset on a date, and you'll see why its [sic] one of the most romantic places in Washington.” Relax in the W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory With more than 3,500 panes of glass and 250 species of exotic tropical plants, this is a great place to come and enjoy nature in a Victorian setting. “Surrounded by the lovely grounds of Wright Park in Tacoma's historic Stadium district, the W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory is one of only three public Victorian-style conservatories on the West Coast. “ Breathe fresh air at the Pacific Bonsai Museum “The Pacific Bonsai Museum features world-class bonsai from around the globe. Free and open to the public six days a week, this cultural gem offers contemporary and traditional bonsai exhibits, group tours, education and special events.” Explore the Children’s Museum of Tacoma “The museum's playscapes and programs support children's growth through play by addressing age-appropriate development, especially in the areas of creativity, social and emotional skills, cognitive and critical thinking skills, gross and fine motor development, and early literacy learning.” Last of all, searching for sand dollars is a great activity that can be done at Gig Harbor . Like our list? There are even more free activities! Check out this list of 25 Free Things To Do . We hope you take some time to try these out and start your October off with a drive for adventure! If you can’t make it to Tacoma, find some great things to do right here around your apartment. We have great amenities to improve your life, including a tanning salon, spa, and fitness center. If you’re new to our community, check out this video for a little preview about what life is like here at Port Landing at Fife. Thanks for reading!

Best Restaurants in Fife

Whether you’re craving flavorful meals inspired by Asia or American classics, we’ve got it all here in Fife, Washington. Head out of your apartment to visit a few of these favorite restaurants just minutes from our Port Landing at Fife Apartments community. Sapporo Sushi & Roll For great sushi, teriyaki, fried shrimp, and more, check out this casual Japanese restaurant. One reviewer on YELP said, “Once I got my plate of sushi, I just couldn't stop after one bite. IT WAS SO GOOD. I don't remember how many pieces it was, but it didn't matter. The portions were just right. The staff is very attentive and friendly. This is gonna be my go to spot for lunch whenever I crave sushi now. I can't wait to come back!” Thai In Fife If you’re craving Thai food, Thai In Fife is a great place to go! With flavorful and reasonably priced entrees, there’s no reason not to love this great restaurant. Did we mention it’s only six minutes from your apartment? “Definitely my go to restaurant for Thai food!!! I LOVE it here! My family and I always come and eat here because it’s our fav! :)) we love how it's not too busy (don't let the empty seats make you question if it's worth, it because it's worth it!!)” — YELP reviewer Pick-Quick Drive In Since 1949, this local favorite has provided fresh fries, creamy milkshakes, hand-scooped ice cream, and sizzling burgers to our community. If you’re craving a classic drive-in treat, then you’ll want to make a quick stop at this little gem that’s just minutes away from Port Landing. “Pick Quick in Fife is a refreshing throwback to a quality little hamburger stand. This isn't your mega burger chain fast food joint. No Pick Quick is home to a 50's style burger stand, that also makes amazing shakes and fries. There's only a couple things on the menu here, why expand when you do one thing well enough to almost always have a line of hungry customers? Pick Quick is our favorite place to get burgers in all of Washington. The food is consistently amazing. I'm a pretty picky eater, but I've never been let down by the friendly staff at Pick Quick!” — YELP reviewer Hungry? Stop on by to some of Fife, Washington’s best restaurants! Let us know if you have a favorite to add to the list by commenting below. Thanks for reading!

How to Properly Clean Your Phone

Did you know that phones carry 18 times more bacteria than a public restroom? If you don’t regularly clean your phone, then you’re carrying around a handful of germs on a daily basis—and it’s disgusting! While we wish that a simple YouTube video would do the trick to help you feel clean, it sadly won’t physically clean your phone for you. Before you dump your phone into a bucket of bleach (not a good idea) or fork out $50 for one of these phone cleaning devices , take some steps that are both affordable and effective. The Port Landing at Fife Apartments Blog is highlighting a few phone cleaning tips in today’s post. Stop carrying bacteria around in your pocket every time you drive around Fife, Washington and take charge of cleaning your phone. Most of the information in this post comes from How-To Geek , so feel free to check it out to learn more. To begin, you’ll need the following: - Lint free microfiber cloth - Q-tips and cotton swabs - Toothpicks - Distilled water - Rubbing (isopropyl) alcohol After turning off your phone, remove the outer case if you’ve been using one. We also recommend removing the battery if you are able to. Start by pouring a small amount of distilled water onto the microfiber cloth, but don’t soak it. You can also make your own cleaning solution using the water and rubbing alcohol. When you wipe the screen, use single straight strokes. Avoid circular motions to prevent scratches. After this, use a toothpick to clear out any gunk in your phone’s tiny crevices. You’d be surprised by all the stuff you can find hiding around your smartphone’s speaker (if it has one). To clean the camera lens, dampen a cotton swab with distilled water and then use a spinning motion. You can dry the lens using the other side of the cotton swab. We hope that these few simple tips will help you get in the habit of cleaning your phone. Try to wipe down your phone every day—even if it’s right before you go to sleep—for a healthier life. Add any cleaning tips of your own in the comments below.

September Movie Releases

Looking for a new scary movie to watch? What about an action or comedy flick? In today’s post, Port Landing at Fife Apartments Blog is sharing a few movies coming to theaters this month. Get out of your Fife, Washington apartment for a few hours to get together with a few friends, grab some popcorn, and watch some of these exciting films. The Lego Ninjago Movie Six young ninjas are tasked with defending their island home, known as Ninjago. By night, they're gifted warriors, using their skills and an awesome fleet of vehicles to fight villains and monsters. By day, they're ordinary teens struggling against their greatest enemy: high school. Battle of the Sexes Emma Stone and Steve Carell star in this film based on the 1973 tennis match between Women’s World #1 Billie Jean King and men’s champ Bobby Riggs, an event that became known as the Battle of the Sexes. Reaching over 90 million viewers around the world, this became one of the most watched televised sports events of all time. Kingsman 2: The Golden Circle The Kingsman is an independent, international intelligence agency whose ultimate goal is to keep the world safe. In this highly-anticipated sequel, our heroes travel across the world and join another spy organization to face a new threat. Stronger The bombing at the Boston Marathon in 2013 was a tragic event that shook many lives. Stronger focuses on one of the victims as they struggled through their recovery. Jake Gyllenhaal, Tatiana Maslany, Miranda Richardson, and Clancy Brown star in this biographical film. IT What are you afraid of? Based on Stephen King’s terrifying novel about an evil clown that shapeshifts into children’s worst fears, IT is sure to scare audiences of all ages. Critics are already naming IT as one the top five scariest movies ever made. Let us know what movies you’re looking forward to seeing by leaving a comment below. Thanks for reading!