The highly anticipated movie Takers hits Kansas City area theaters this weekend and I'm definitely looking forward to checking it out.  It stars T.I., Paul Walker and Matt Dillon and it's about a crew of smart, sophisticated Los Angeles thieves who get wind from one of their pals about a huge $30 million job that could leave all of them in pretty much set for... [Read more...]

Do you currently carry renter's insurance?  Hampton Woods Apartments strongly advises their residents to get a policy.  It's really not as expensive as you may think.  In fact, you can save money on your policy in quite a few ways.  Here is one in an article I found about saving money on renter's insurance.  Check out this video too. Deductible: Raising... [Read more...]

One of the cool things about living in Shawnee, around a major city like Kansas City,  is that we get to experience a lot of ethnic diversity.  After all, the world is a lot bigger than just the United States and it's important that we all learn to respect and appreciate other cultures. If you're free this weekend, head over to Swope Park (about 20-25... [Read more...]

Do we have any bikers here at Hampton Woods?  No, not the Harley-Davidson type.  I'm talking about the Schwinn 10-speed type or a Trek mountain bike type.  Biking is one of my favorite ways to get some excercise.  Not only is it easier on the knees than jogging, but you can cover more ground when biking vs. jogging. And Shawnee is a great place to... [Read more...]

Looking for something a little off of the beaten path to do with the kids?  How about a planetarium show?  On all days except for Monday, The Science Center (Union Station, 30 W. Pershing Rd., Kansas City, 64108, 816.460.2020) is offering free shows with general admission at the newly reopened Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium. It's really a neat experience,... [Read more...]

I know 3D versions for both the movies Jaws and Pirahna are due out eventually, but I think Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore will actually be the first official 3D movie starring animals.  Can't wait to see dogs jump out of the screen.  LOL. The movie is actually a sequel to a 2001 comedy. Kitty Galore is a spy who hatches an evil plan for... [Read more...]

The ASPCA estimates that it costs nearly $400 a year to maintain a pet.  There is of course, food, vet visits, vaccinations.  If you live in an pet-friendly apartment community like Hampton Woods, you may have to pay a small additional fee to help keep the facilities in good shape.  It's not a great deal of money if you love your furry friend, but that doesn’t... [Read more...]

Most of us love a good beer, don't we?  But how many of us casual beer drinkers know the proper way to taste and savor it?  Sure, wine tasting is immensely popular for some, but some of us beer drinkers know a thing or two about the fine art of tasting.  For those that would like to know more, here's a shortened "how-to" guide.. Look Raise the beer... [Read more...]

If you're a Shawnee, KS resident, give yourself a pat on the back!  Why?  Because Shawnee was just ranked as #17 on CNN/Money Magazine's list of the Best Places to Live in 2010!  How great is that?  Here is what the magazine had to say about our city... Taking a walk through Shawnee Town is like walking back through time to the city's roots as a farming... [Read more...]

Living at Hampton Woods apartments gets you used to having the good life right at your fingertips.  Swimming pools, vaulted ceilings, WiFi access, tennis courts, covered parking...who would want to give all of that up?  Not many.  But sometimes it's important to reconnect with nature too.  You know - get outdoors and sit by a campfire.  I think that it's... [Read more...]

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