The Benefits of Shopping at the La Mesa Farmers Market

Visit the La Mesa Farmers' Market

Supermarkets might offer a more convenient way to shop, but nothing beats farmers markets when it comes to a more beneficial way to get groceries. You're not just getting healthier products. You also get a few other benefits as well when you shop at places like the La Mesa Farmers Market, which isn't far from our Alterra Apartments. These … [Read more...]

Picnic at La Mesita Park and other activities near Alterra Apartments

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If your looking for parks in La Mesa to relax, read, take a stroll, or have a picnic, you should check out La Mesita Park. There's so much to do, you might want to spend all day there!There's plenty of green space and trees to sit under to make an afternoon reading or having a picnic lunch perfect. If you contact the Sports Division, there are four lighted … [Read more...]

Top Places to Tan near La Mesa

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With the spring season being here we have to look to par in La Mesa. Check out a few places you can go in and around La Mesa for a great tan. Let us know where you like to go on our Alterra Facebook page. Source: Yelp Name: TanLine Location: 2419 El Cajon Blvd San Diego, CA 92104 Reviews: 21 Link: Read the Yelp.com Review More Reviews Such a … [Read more...]

Places to Go to Stay Fit this Spring in La Mesa

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Have been looking for ways to stay fit in La Mesa? We all know that Alterra has a great 24-hour fitness center, but if you are looking for group fitness, you should consider joining a local fitness boot camp.Check the best fitness boot camps in La Mesa below, and let us know if you plan joining. Source: Yelp Name: Bootique Fitness Location: 600 Upas St … [Read more...]

Outdoor Excursion to Lake Murray in La Mesa

Lake Murray near La Mesa, CA

There is no better way to beat the monotony of exercise than getting outdoors for your recreation, right? Imagine running or walking through open green walkways, admiring pristine blue waters of the lake, and listening to the sounds of the wildlife. Getting outdoors will improve your mood and help throw in some excitement to your routine. Come out and … [Read more...]

Get Around Safely in La Mesa

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Getting around La Mesa isn’t hard when you live near the Trolley! Just hop on and ride the line to downtown San Diego, Imperial Beach, or even to your favorite attractions around town. Constantly driving when you have other transpiration options can put wear on your car. It can also get costly when it comes to gas, parking, and other expenses. Even more … [Read more...]

10 Ways to Stay Cool Indoors This Summer

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You might have already taken a splash in the relaxing Alterra swimming pool this summer and loved that it’s a cool place to beat the heat! But aside from the outdoor recreational methods, you can keep cool when in your apartment without wasting a lot of energy and money on air conditioning. Here are 10 simple ways to cool off this summer that you might … [Read more...]

The Roc Race is Calling All Warriors

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This isn’t your average day on a kindergarten playground! This obstacle course will bring out the warrior in you! The Roc Race combines military style training courses with a fun, game show inspired obstacle course. Race, climb, jump, swing, roll, and balance your way across a 5K course at the Del Mar Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 21. Each participant … [Read more...]

Review the Rules and Safety of Pool Season in La Mesa

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Alterra Apartments is excited to see more and more residents at the pool. The team just wants to remind everyone to review the swimming pool rules for everyone's safety. Water safety is especially important as children get out of school and want to visit more often. Children under a specific age must be accompanied by an adult in the pool area, but … [Read more...]

Building Strength Through Breaking the Ice

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Talk about an ice-breaker, Ka’imi Kuoha is a La Mesa resident and business owner who is always urging women to be confident, strong, and prepared! Owner of Kwai Sun Studios, this self-defense teacher knows how to mark and grand opening. Breaking though 10 ice blocks weighing 1500 pounds, she’s also a women’s world record breaker. Kuoha is a … [Read more...]