The Lofts at Uptown Altamonte Luxury Apartments

Open Movie Wednesday-February 1st

The Lofts Manager — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:40:16 +0000

Click on movie title for the trailer

Drive – 2011 R 100 Minutes

The Double – 2011 PG-13 98 Minutes

Wednesday Open Movie

Showings at 3PM & 7PM

Janie Jones – 2010 NR 100 Minutes

Fun Around Town

The Lofts Manager — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:12:24 +0000

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents Dragons

Amway Center

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents Dragons is a once in a millennium event that honors The Year of the Dragon. Circus performers from …

Comedian Gary Owen

Orlando Improv Comedy Club & Dinner Theatre

Gary Owen has been entertaining America for over a decade with his side-splitting comedy performing in all of the major comedy rooms across America. More …

8:00 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, Jan. 12-15, 2012

7th Annual Otronicon

Orlando Science Center

For the seventh consecutive year, multiple industry partners join the Orlando Science Center to celebrate the role interactive technology plays in the way we live, …

10:00 a.m. Friday-Sunday, Jan. 13-15, 2012

Dave Matthews Tribute Band

House of Blues – Orlando

How does an evening spent jamming to your favorite Dave Matthews Band tunes sound? Head to the House of Blues on Friday, January 13th, 2012 …

8:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, 2012

Lingerie Football League – Orlando Fantasy vs. Toronto Triumph

Florida Citrus Bowl

Women battle on the gridiron when the Orlando Fantasy squares off against the Toronto Triumph in a Lingerie Football League match-up at the Florida Citrus …

9:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13, 2012

SeaWorld’s “Just for Kids” Festival

SeaWorld Orlando

With an all-new festival featuring awesome concerts by LazyTown, Max & Ruby, the Doodlebops and Choo-Choo Soul and tons of family-friendly fun and activities, SeaWorld …

9:00 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012

Winter Park’s 10th annual Unity Heritage Festival

Shady Park in Hannibal Square, located at the intersection of Pennsylvania and New England Avenues

The City of Winter Park is proud to present the 10th annual Unity Heritage Festival on Sunday, January 15, 2012, and Monday, January 16, 2012. …

1:00 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012

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6th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Parade “Dare to Dream”

West Oaks Mall

The City of Ocoee Human Relations Diversity Board invites the public to join in the celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by participating in …

10:00 a.m. Monday, Jan. 16, 2012

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The Wall that Heals

Lake Eola Park – South

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund and the City of Orlando are bringing The Wall that Heals, a traveling half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, …

10:00 a.m. Monday, Jan. 16, 2012

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The History of Pound Cake presented by Suga Mamma’s Pound Cake

Wells’ Built Museum of African-American History

Suga Mamma’s Pound Cake presents The History of Pound Cake, in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday, on Monday, January 16th, from 5:30pm …

5:00 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16, 2012

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Musical Mondays with Kelly DeWayne Richards

The Abbey

Orlando’s piano man Kelly DeWayne Richards hosts Musical Mondays at The Abbey in downtown Orlando. Beginning at 7:00pm, enjoy your favorite contemporary hits, Broadway tunes …

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Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Bobcats

Amway Center

There’s nothing quite like watching an NBA game in person. Head to the Amway Center to witness the high-flying, slam-dunking, high-octane hoops action when the …

7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012
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Les Misérables

Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre

Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s new 25th anniversary production of Les Misérables are on sale now for the engagement at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre …

8:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012
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Twice nominated for outstanding production and performance at the Dora Awards, Classical Theatre Production brings Shakespeare to life in this inventive, vaudevillian-style theatrical production. Connection …

10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012
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Orlando Magic vs. San Antonio Spurs

Amway Center

Experience an NBA game with a playoff-like atmosphere when the Orlando Magic goes toe to toe with the San Antonio Spurs, Wednesday, January 18th at …

7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012
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Seminole’s Got Talent

Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center

Enjoy live, raw entertainment as Seminole’s Got Talent returns to the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center in Sanford, this January. The annual talent show highlights …

7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012

Evanescence with Rival Sons and Electric Touch

House of Blues – Orlando

Singer-songwriter Amy Lee leads Grammy Award-winning pop-metal band Evanescence when it plays the House of Blues Orlando, Wednesday, January 18th, 2012. The Arkansas-based band released …

8:00 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012

January 2012 Resident Events

The Lofts Manager — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:03:33 +0000

Roof-Top Fitness with Kendra
Mondays, January 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
6 PM
Lofts 7th Floor Garage

Zumba Rythms with Leda
Saturdays, January 7th, 14th, 28th
9 AM
Tuesdays, January 10th, 24th, & 31st
6 PM

Lofts Kids Club Movie & Pizza
Saturday, January 21st,
5 PM

Lofts Movie Screening Room

Community Awareness
Wednesday, January 25th, 6:00 pm
Lofts Lounge

Lofts Pet Corner

The Lofts Manager — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 22:35:47 +0000

Protecting Your Pet From Harm

Parents of young children know to “baby-proof” their homes, blocking electrical outlets from tiny fingers, locking up medications, moving household items with sharp edges, putting up gates at worrisome doorways, etc. Like these parents, pet owners must look at their surroundings with a keen eye to prevent harm to their companion animals. Here are some guidelines to consider:

• Quickly clean up any spilled antifreeze that contains ethylene glycol. It has a sweet taste that attracts animals but is deadly if consumed in even small quantities. Buy antifreeze that contains propylene glycol, which is safer for animals if ingested in small amounts.

• Be aware chemicals used on lawns and gardens, such as fertilizer and plant food, can be easily accessible and fatal to a pet allowed in the yard unsupervised.

• Never give chocolate to dogs, cats, and ferrets. It is poisonous.

• Use prescription flea and tick control products; they are much safer for your pets and are also more effective. Remember to first consult your veterinarian before using any new product.

• Medicines for people can all be toxic to animals. Keep them away from curious pets, just as you would a child. Be aware of tubes that can be chewed through or pills that drop on the floor.

• Poisonous household plants include azalea, cherry laurel, dieffenbachia, elephant’s ears, geraniums, mistletoe, oleander, philodendron, poinsettia, and true ivy, among others.

• Some reports have linked grapes and raisins to canine renal failure.

• String, yarn, rubber bands, socks, pieces of carpet, small bones, small balls and even dental floss are easy to swallow and can cause intestinal blockages or strangulation.

• Toys with removable parts – like squeaky toys or stuffed animals with plastic eyes-can pose a choking hazard to animals. Take the same precautions with pets as you would with a small child.

• Keep your pet restrained in the car. A carrier for a cat or small dog will do. Larger dogs may need a pet safety harness. It’s against the law for a dog to ride, unharnessed, in the open back of a truck.

• Consider your family’s fire safety plan and how your pets fit into it. • Close washer, dryer and oven doors promptly.

• Secure your trashcans to keep pets from getting into them and finding things to chew.

• In hot weather, make sure your pet’s shelter stays cool. Any place that’s too hot for you is too hot for your pet.

• Be sensitive to the heat on your dog’s paws when the two of you go for summer walks.

• Never, never leave pets or children in a hot car – even for a very few minutes!

• Teach your dog – and children – TO SWIM!

Courtesy: SPCA of Central Florida

What are you thankful for?

The Lofts Manager — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 22:11:00 +0000

Word for November: Thankfulness

Officially, the word “thank” is defined as “to show or express appreciation or gratitude to, as by saying “thank you.”

“Thankfulness,” then, is the feeling or expression of such thanks.

From November 7th through November 21st

come by the office and let us know

what you are most thankful for and

we will put you on our

Thankful Tree.

Once you have put your ”thankful item”

on the tree, you will be entered into our

THANKFULNESS DRAWING!

We will hold the drawing on 11/21/11

and the winner will be announced via

our Facebook Page.

Foodie Focus

The Lofts Manager — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:05:55 +0000

Lofts Green Tip of the Week

The Lofts Manager — Tue, 17 May 2011 15:30:46 +0000

Sometimes being green can be easy. If you unplug your chargers when they aren’t in use, you not only save energy, but you also save money.

According the Environmental Protection Agency, electronics, adaptors and appliances cost Americans almost $10 billion a year and account for almost 11 percent of all U.S. energy use. These “energy vampires” suck power even when not in use or they are turned off.

Ten billion dollars sounds kind of abstract, doesn’t it? According to EnergyStar, U.S. households spend $100 a year to power devices in a standby power mode.

EnergyStar estimates that the are more than 1.5 billion power adapters in use across the country — about five per person. That makes sense. In our home, we have two cell phones, a digital camera, digital camcorder, two laptops, a cordless screwdriver, a baby monitor, etc. We easily cover the five adapters per person.

While $10 billion is a lot of money, it’s money that can be very easily saved. Just unplug your chargers whenever they aren’t in use.

It’s a great habit to get into, don’t you think?

The early bird gets the worm!!

The Lofts Manager — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 17:23:48 +0000

Congratulations to Linda Larsen for being this month’s early bird winner!! Keep entering for your chance to receive $75.00 off your next month’s rent

Warmest Regards

Cassandra Sheppard

Bookkeeper

Kiwi Mint and Apple Punch

The Lofts Manager — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 19:49:48 +0000

1. 1 fresh Kiwi Fruit

2. 10 – 15 Mint sprigs

3. 200ml Apple juice/Appy Fizz

4. 1 tbsp lime juice

5. 2 tbsp honey syrup(1part honey one part water)

6. Ice cubes

7. 1 ring of kiwi and a mint sprig for garnishing.
How to make Kiwi Mint and Apple Punch:

1. Cut the Kiwi fruit into slices, leave aside one slice for garnishing for the visual effect;).

2. Take the kiwi and the mint sprigs in a deep glass, top it with the lime juice and honey syrup, muddle them up well, if u don’t have a muddler, no worries, use the regular stuff you use to crush ginger or any other spice.

3. Make sure you have muddled them well so that its all juicy and the mints are crushed well as we want the flavor to spread out and intermingle.

4. Strain out the pulp into an already chilled glass(believe me the effect is different even for fruit juices). Pour out the juice into this glass, add some ice cubes to it.

5. Pour on top of it the apple juice , well i didn’t have that , so i went ahead with the Appy Fizz, and have no regrets, it added a zing to it. Totally refreshing.

6. Garnish it with a mint sprig and half split kiwi, here you go all set to BEAT the HEAT

Buffet Meatballs

The Lofts Manager — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 19:30:13 +0000

Ingredients

1 cup grape juice
1 cup apple jelly
1 cup ketchup
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
4 pounds frozen Italian meatballs

Directions

In a small saucepan, combine the juice, jelly, ketchup and tomato sauce. Cook and stir over medium heat until jelly is melted; remove from the heat.
Place meatballs in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over the top and gently stir to coat. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until heated through.