Springcreek Apartments
May 2011
PATIO OF THE MONTH- It's that time of year to brighten up your patio's and balconies with lovely flowers and plants! Winner of Best Patio will be chosen on May 20th and will receive a gift card to a Home Improvement store!
MOTHER'S DAY CARDS- All residents are welcome to come in and make their very own card for that special someone for Mother's Day! We will have supplies for making the cards in the office from May 2nd-7th.
Andrea Kimball
Property Manager
Amber Fose
Leasing Consultant
Mark Adams
Maintenance
From the Manager's Desk...
We wanted to remind everyone that the Crimestopper's City-Wide Garage Sale is June 25th this year. Please feel free to place any items that you would like to sell on your patio or balcony area. Keep in mind that this does end on Saturday, June 25th. This is the one and only time you may place items out for a garage sale, so we wanted to remind you ahead of time so you can start preparing! We will have refreshments in the office compliments of Springcreek.
Also remember that Derby Days 2011 takes place on June 17, 18 and 19. This is a great festival and has many different activities to participate in! Check it out and see what Derby has to offer!
And as always, if you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to stop by the office or call us. We are happy to take care of your needs!
Sincerely,
Andrea Kimball, Amber Fose and Mark Adams
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Springcreek Apartments
1804 E. Osage Road
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-3355
springcreek@midlandmgmt.com
Office Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm
Energy Saving Air Conditioning Tips
- Do not set the thermostat lower than the desired temperature when you first turn it on. It will not cool faster; it mill only cool to a lower temperature than necessary and waste energy.
- Make sure furniture does not obstruct air conditioning vents.
- Do not position heat-producing appliances, such as televisions or lamps, near the thermostat.
- A dusty filter reduces air flow. Examine your unit's air filters once a month and clean or replace filters when necessary. Keeping your filters clean can cut energy consumption 5 to 15%.
RESIDENT REFERRAL- Remember that if you refer someone and they move-in you get money OFF YOUR RENT!
EARLY BIRD PROGRAM- Pay your rent on or before the 1st for a chance to win $75.00 OFF YOUR RENT!
Remember that we now offer Credit or Debit card services! You can call, stop by or pay your rent on our website via credit or debit. Please remember the $5.00 fee will apply.
Recurring Payment Program- This program offers you to automatically have your Rent deducted on a monthly basis. Please call the office if you would like more details!
Chocolate Marshmallow Milkshake
Directions
Whisk 1/2 cup heavy cream (ideally extra-cold), 1/4 cup marshmallow fluff and 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract until stiff peaks form; set aside. Combine 1 cup cold whole milk and 1/4 cup chocolate sauce in a blender. Add 3 cups chocolate ice cream; blend until smooth. Fill 4 glasses one-quarter of the way with the shake; add some marshmallow cream, then more milkshake, then cream, then milkshake. Finish with a dollop of marshmallow cream and garnish with grated bittersweet chocolate.
Courtesy of FoodNetwork.com
5 Green Cleaning Tips for Your Bathroom
If you are trying to keep your bathrooms looking good without caustic chemicals and traditional high-power cleaners, try these green cleaning tips to help get your showers, sinks, toilets and floors sparkling using natural means. A few good guidelines are helping homeowners and renters take care of their homes without intense chemical formulations.
1. Use Vinegar-Based Products
For floors and tile, a vinegar-based cleaner can work just as well as some of the more costly and complex cleaners on the market. One of the challenges is to mix in additional elements to keep your bathroom from smelling like vinegar.
2. Use Baking Soda for Cleaning Drains
Using baking soda in conjunction with other natural cleaners can be an effective solution for cleaning out drains. This replaces some of the drain cleaners with potentially harmful fumes.
3. Plunging
Another alternative for drains is plunging and getting pipes unclogged by using the force of air over harsh chemicals.
4. Use “Elbow Grease”
Whether it’s floors or any other surface, some muscle power can be an effective alternative to high-powered chemicals.
5. Letting Surfaces Soak
Letting natural cleaners soak on a surface can increase their cleaning power. Here, the power of harsh chemicals is replaced by utilizing a longer time frame for cleaning. The natural use of lower intensity cleaners loosens dirt and grime by using moisture to help break it down and get surfaces and other items cleaner.
The above can help provide a deep clean for a bathroom without relying on chemicals that can cause health issues, harm to the environment, and your wallet.
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