Southbrook Apartments & Townhomes
September 2011
Birthstone: Sapphire
Flower: Aster
1st - Rent Due
5th - Labor Day, OFFICE CLOSED
11th - Patriot Day
16th - Open House at the Model located at 5201 #21
16-17th - Community Wide Garage Sale
23rd - 1st Day of Autumn
27th - Pest Control: 5201 - Bldgs 9,10,11,12,13,14,15 and 5231 - Bldgs 7,8,9,10,12




Christy
Property Manager

Tammy
Assistant Manager

Erin
Leasing Consultant

Kert
Maintenance

Matt
Maintenance

From the Manager's Desk...

There is a lot to be excited about this month!  With the cooler weather and the leaves beginning to fall, it's time to get those closets cleaned out.  On the 16th and 17th we will host the Community Wide Garage Sale and place an ad in the Topeka Capital Journal for you. On the 16th, we will host an Open House in our Model apartment at 5201 SW 34th St. #21 with refreshments provided. Be sure to drop off your flyer to the office to be entered to win a Simon gift card - the drawing will be held at the end of the day on the 16th.

Good Luck!!
Christy

Southbrook Apartments & Townhomes
5201 SW 34th St.
Topeka, KS 66614
(785) 273-6116
southbrook@midlandmgmt.com
Office Hours
Monday-Friday: 
9:00 am - 6 pm

Saturday:
10 am - 2 pm


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Problem: Clogged Bathtub Drain

Possible Solution:

There may be a hair clog trapped in the strainer of the drain and restricting water flow. To fix, remove the handle part of tub stopper, which unscrews. This does not remove the tub stopper. After removing the handle, a pair of pliers or screwdriver may be used to unscrew the tub stopper, which gives access to the tub strainer, which makes an “X” in the tub drain. Remove hair or foreign object from drain.

As a reminder, you are able to cash in for some referral $$$ every time you refer someone to live with us!  With our Open House this month, it would be a great time to bring any of your family or friends who are interested in moving to the community!

1st Referral - $100
2nd Referral - $150
3rd Referral - $200

Credit will be given once the new tenant has moved in.

Peach Cobbler
Ingredients
4 cups peeled, sliced peaches
2 cups sugar, divided
1/2 cup water
8 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1 1/2 cups milk
Ground cinnamon, optional

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Combine the peaches, 1 cup sugar, and water in a saucepan and mix well. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat.
Put the butter in a 3-quart baking dish and place in oven to melt.
Mix remaining 1 cup sugar, flour, and milk slowly to prevent clumping. Pour mixture over melted butter. Do not stir. Spoon fruit on top, gently pouring in syrup. Sprinkle top with ground cinnamon, if using. Batter will rise to top during baking. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes.




5 Garden Accessories for your Apartment

Using the right garden accessories, makes it easy to keep your house plants looking good. Even when you have limited outdoor space, you can still create a rich botanical scene in your apartment. It’s all about getting the right plant stands and garden tools in place to make for a thriving garden environment.

1. Gardening Tools and Supplies
Keep some essential gardening items in your apartment. A set of small gardening tools will help you maintain your plants and keep them flourishing. Start by setting up a gardening tool kit. To save on space, use an outdoor storage bin or even a wooden trunk as your toolbox.  Here’s what to include in the garden kit: Gardening gloves, Small- and medium-sized shovels, Plant food, pellets, Clippers/plant sheers, Small bag of extra potting soil, Additional containers and plant liners.

2. Select a Few Planters
First, select a few large planters to house your mid- to large-sized floor plants. A great way to frame a room and offer a sense of depth is to position a large plant such as a palm in a corner spot. Just be sure there is adequate lighting for the plant. Plants that do well with diffused lighting are ideal for apartments.

Secondly, window box planters provide a beautiful and healthy environment for your plants to grow in as well. Select one with a liner to provide your plants with adequate soil and water retention. They come in many different styles such as wood, wrought iron and steel, and are easy to install under a window or from an iron railing as well.

Additional planters you may choose for your apartment: Ceramic styles, Terracotta with saucer base, Wood with plastic liner, Decorative plastic

3. Hanging Planters
When you have limited space, rely on hanging baskets to display your favorite plants. It’s a great way to maximize space and help add a splash of greenery to a room. At the garden center you will be able to select from an array of plant holders in macramé, fabric, beaded and wood. Make sure you also purchase ceiling hooks and hanging plant brackets.

4. Plant Stands
Along with hanging your plants, place some on stands to help add a bit of diversity to your apartment. Plant Stands are available in a wide variety of configurations from wood to metal. You may also consider an interesting shape such as an oval multi-tiered stand for a different way to display plants that are on the smaller side.

5.  Watering Cans
Get a few watering systems to provide adequate hydration for your plants. Select two styles of watering cans and a misting bottle to keep on hand. The larger watering can should have a wide spout for accommodating your floor plants. The smaller watering container should have a thin spout for hydrating the more petite plants in your apartment. Some plants such as African Violets have fuzzy leaves that should not get wet or they brown. You’ll need a thin-spouted can to target the soil without harming the leaves of such plants.


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