Events! - Bel Aire Terrace

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Three Overlooked New Years Resolutions

New Years just emanates the feeling of a fresh start! We love the idea of a blank slate, another chance to get things right! As we draw nearer to the day, many people start contemplating what they would like to improve come this new year holiday! Resolutions have ranged from traveling to a foreign country, cooking one new meal every day for a year. And of course; hitting the gym more often! It’s obvious that the year 2020 was hard on many of us. A lot of what we had planned didn’t go as we hoped it would. And even

December 29, 2020

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Christmas Colors: What do they mean?

This entry is about to feed your brain with some more Christmas fun facts. We will briefly explore the most popular Christmas colors: Green, Red, Gold, and Silver. We will be uncovering their meaning! Christmas is ripe with all kinds of reminders and symbolism. We explored the origins and history of some popular Christmas traditions in our previous entry entitled: “Christmas Symbols & Their Meaning” With so much chaotic shopping, it can benefit our hearts to slow down and remember the subtle signs each Christmas decoration we buy are trying to send us! It’s time to dive into the festive

December 22, 2020

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Best Christmas Tree Ideas 2020 (Article)

We were browsing around and found this truly well done article on countryliving.com that we would love to share with you! 87 Best Christmas Tree Ideas 2020 We hope you are enjoying your holiday season and get a real joy out of some of these great ideas!

December 10, 2020

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Christmas Traditions For You to Start With Your Family: 2020!

Christmas Is upon us and before we close out this year we want to give you some beautiful and sweet Christmas traditions you can start implementing with you family this Year and the next ones to come! Christmas Lights Drive-by! Probably one of the most magical times of year deserves an adventure through town with your family to view some awesome Christmas light viewing. You can do this after making some hot cocoa and then drive along town with the Christmas music on. A great place to take your family is to the Northgate estates in Fort Walton beach! With

December 8, 2020

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Victorian Figgy Pudding – A Shared Video Tutorial for the Holidays

Figgy pudding! You’ve sung about it in Christmas Carols and most likely heard of it during Christmas plays, but have you ever desired to put your own hand to the test in making such a yummy, historic dish? now you can do it in it’s utmost accuracy! Max Miller over at, Tasting History, has put together a fun, simple tutorial as well as a short history lesson on this wonderfully Victorian Christmas dessert! Click Here for Tasting History

December 3, 2020

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Christmas Symbols & Their Meanings

“What if Christmas, he thought, doesn’t come from a store. What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more.” ― Dr. Seuss, How the Grinch Stole Christmas! It’s clear this time of year that Christmas is teeming with smiles and joy! But amidst the crowded stores and holly decked halls, there is so much culture to behold! From Santa Clause, to mistletoes, to the Christmas tree itself, every thing we stuff our homes with has a story to be told! Our entry today will explore some of the most famous Christmas symbols and a short explanation of their origin and history.

December 1, 2020

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How to Stay Safe: Thanksgiving 2020!

Oh friends, 2020 has been very….educational…to say the least!Throughout this time, we have pushed through the wild COVID Pandemic, and just when we thought things were getting better, we receive news that there might be another wave coming! Since Thanksgiving is coming up! We felt it a good idea to come to you with three very helpful tips for keeping safe and staying healthy during the Thanksgiving holiday! Spacing If you are choosing to have more than a few people around the house, you’ll definitely want to make sure everyone is comfortable and spaced out equally and safely. If you

November 24, 2020

How to Make Homemade Candle

Candles are as timeless as the wheel and have been used for so many purposes. Nowadays we use them for aromatherapy and to simply sweeten up our house with them! This entry we will explore an exciting, crafty project to do at home! Making your own candles can save you money in the long-haul, give you creative control, and be personalized to be given as great gifts! What you will need: A Block of Wax + A vessel to melt it in Mason Jar Candle Wicks with a wooden stick Essential Oil of your choice to scent it with! Optional:

November 12, 2020

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Homemade Dog Treat Recipes!

We wanna share with you 3 great homemade dog treat recipes from 3 great websites so you can get more creative and organic with your fur baby’s food! Peanut Butter Coconut Oil Treats – by Live Laugh Rowe Pumpkin Ginger Dog Biscuits – by Taste of Home Homemade Grain-free Greenies – by Health Starts in the Kitchen What’s best is that these recipes take organic ingredients seriously! We hope you’ll give one of these recopies a try and spoil your pup for this Holiday season!

November 10, 2020

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Bubble Tea: A Cozy, Quirky Beverage

This entry is all about Bubble tea (Boba tea). If you aren’t already acquainted with the fun, icy concoction, allow us to introduce you and you give you some tips on how to make your own at home! The 4 seasons of planet earth are all prefect for enjoying this quirky beverage, but fall and winter have a sort of sweet spot for enjoying the comforting creaminess the Boba tea has to offer! First off – Why is it called Boba tea? We’re glad you asked! This drink first originated in Taiwan and the term “boba” is the Taiwanese iteration

November 3, 2020

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Where Do I Vote!? 2020

If you live in the Crestview area and are trying to find out where to vote! Follow this link and head over to your nearest polling place! Provided by the Okaloosa County Supervisor of Elections

October 28, 2020

What Exactly is Cocktail Attire?

Since COVID-19 swept our nation, many events have gone unattended. Vacations, graduation, and weddings, have all taken a hit as we have attempted to keep ourselves and our family’s safe. As the year comes to a close, many states, and county’s have opened themselves back up to festivities. Although many places will require masks and enforce some social distancing, it won’t be long until we are gathered together at sporting events and formal occasions! With that said, we want to tackle a questions that might leave you curious the next time you see an invitation to your next business event,

October 26, 2020

Accent Walls: Making A Statement

Since the early 2000’s, accent walls have gone in and out of popularity, but we believe that it is a great way to create distinction in a space that is yours! So in this short entry, we want to invite you to put your artistic hats on with us and decide if whether or not you are ready to take the leap and accent your house with color! Use accent walls to break up the space of a room Having a home that is all one color, unless you intend to outfit it with many decorations, pictures, and such, can

October 20, 2020

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Overnight Oats: On-the-Go breakfast that satisfies!

At Bel Aire Terrace, we believe in you! We believe in encouraging you to lead a healthy lifestyle that is less on stress and big on ease. We do this by providing small nuggets of info for your enjoyment that will take the stress off, beit morning, noon, or night! Today we have a simple recipe for you which is guaranteed to satisfy your tight schedule and your morning hunger! Overnight Oats have proven to be a game saver in the morning when you’re in a rush or just don’t feel like cooking that morning! What’s best, is that you

October 14, 2020

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Make Your Bed Like a Pro!

We believe that the right amount of effort and investment can take something as simple as a bed from rags to rad! When the rest of life feels out of control, coming home to a made bed can make all the difference.

October 8, 2020

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Why You Should Be In Nature More Often!

We are a community filled with beautifully unified people, even if we are not uniform. Everybody has their way of stopping, taking a step back, and reposing. Some people put their earbuds in and lay back to their favorite song, while others enjoy their favorite show, or cozy up to a hot cup of “you-name-it!” However you choose to unwind, here are a few reasons why we feel like you should incorporate the outdoors into your repertoire of recuperation: Nature Can Help You Unplug If we’re being honest, our days become easily filled with lots of stimulation. From social media,

October 6, 2020

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Pet Etiquette

At Bel Aire Terrace, we are proud to say that we are one of the few communities in the region that allow ALL dogs! No furry family members are ever turned away based on their breed or size. As a pet friendly community, we want to give you a couple friendly reminders on basic “Petiquette”. 🙂 1.) Make sure your pet is up to date on vaccinations (rabies vaccination is required). Spraying or neutering is also recommended. Talk to your local vet to discuss what’s best for your pet. 2.) Shush the woof – make sure that your pet is

September 14, 2020

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Rescue Plants

Interested in rescuing a plant or have rescued one before? Join the community at the Crestview Public Library to learn about plants, how you can save them and maybe rescue one while you are there! This event will be hosted on Thursday September 17th from 10:30-11:30 am, for free! For more information, visit the Facebook event!

September 12, 2020

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Face Masks

Face masks have become a part of our everyday life. Whether you use disposable or reusable they are necessary to go out in public settings. These face masks not only keep us safe, but those we love as well. Disposable face masks are easy to come by, but can hurt animals if they are not disposed of properly. Make sure when you dispose of your masks that you cut the strings so that they do not get wrapped around animals legs or necks! Reusable masks come in a variety of colors, patterns and sizes. Don’t forget to wash your reusable

September 8, 2020

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Dog Friendly Beaches

Bel Aire Terrace is in close proximity to two amazing dog friendly beaches! Both beaches are within a quick drive, have other dogs to play with and are sure to provide some fun for you and your furry friends. The first one is Henderson State Beach Park located in Destin. This park has areas which are pet friendly and some that are not so be careful where you choose to play. There are multiple hikes, beautiful beaches and picnic areas. The second is Bayview Dog Beach in Pensacola. This beach is a large area for all kinds of dogs to

September 5, 2020

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Fall Into Fall

Artisan Ally is graciously hosting the Fall into Fall Outdoor event Saturday, September 5th from 9am – 2pm. There will be various craft & food vendors, entertainment & some of The Rescued Rescuers dog’s on the Emerald Coast will be up for adoption! For more information visit their Facebook event!

September 2, 2020

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Adding Greenery To Your Home

Sprucing up your home with some greenery doesn’t have to be expensive or time consuming. Fake greenery can look real, spruce up your home, and doesn’t require constant attention. There are many different types of plants, pot styles and ways to add some color to your apartment at Bel Aire Terrace! Target, Walmart, local shops, and home improvement stores are great places to start! We have included a list multiple types of plants that you can add to your home! Succulents – Succulents are all over the place now! Even the real ones are easy to care for, come in

August 30, 2020

Axe Throwing, Bourbon & BBQ

What could be more fun than axe throwing, bourbon and barbecue? Saturday from 11am to 4 pm at Timber Creek Distillery will be hosting a good time for everyone! There will be brick oven pizza to fuel you to throw a bulls eye! Local events in Crestview are a great way to get out support your community and to know your neighbors outside of Bel Aire Terrace. For more information on the event visit their Facebook event.

August 27, 2020

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Non-Toxic Cleaning Hacks

Keeping your home clean and safe for your family is a great way to get the most of your deposit when you move. There are many non-toxic tricks that can keep your home looking it’s best. Non-toxic Dishwasher Pods– These pods will make your dishes sparkling clean without all the the plastic and harmful chemicals. Bonus! Use white vinegar as a rinse aid. Hard Water Spot Removal– Remove hard water sports from silverware and glasses with a sliced grapefruit and salt! Rub on the dishes you want to clean then rinse. Multi-Purpose Cleaning Wipes – Cut a roll of paper

August 25, 2020

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