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How To Celebrate The Holidays Virtually!

Even though you may not be able to physically spend time with your loved ones this holiday season, that does not mean you cannot get together virtually to chat and check in! Below are just a few fun ideas to get you into the holiday spirit! Enjoy and Happy Holidays! Virtual Invitations! We love virtual gatherings because they allow us to host a get together without actually getting together. So, for your next chat and check in, instead of sending out a group text or email, create a digital invite. Maybe even step it up a notch and require virtual cocktail attire (pants optional). Simply make your invitation and add the video link to the invite. Some of our favorite websites for online invitations are Green Envelope and Paperless Post . Holiday Recipe Swap! Have family and friends send you their best holiday recipes so no one is missing out on their favorite dishes. Bake Off! Have everyone make a dessert and judge them via video chat based off of how it looks! Once the verdict is in, you can all enjoy and taste the treats together. Virtual Game Night! With technology, we often think of board games as a thing of the past; however, due to more people staying at home, games are making a comeback! Choose a game that everyone in your circle has and challenge them to a game night. Holiday Decoration Contest! Half the fun of the holidays is putting up decorations! So why not have a decorating contest? Take pictures of the decor and share them with family and friends! Once everyone swaps photos, vote on a winner. Move Night! Take movie nights a step farther and use the platform Netflix Party . This new way to get together allows you to host long distance movie nights and tv watch parties, allowing you to invite up to 50 people to share your screen. And don’t forget to grab some popcorn! Holiday Playlist! Spread some holiday cheer with playlists from Spotify or Pandora so everyone can listen to the same tunes! Holiday Gift Exchange! Send over virtual gift cards or ship a present that you think a family member or friend will love! Then have them call you when they receive it. You can open it together via video call.

How to Make Your Apartment the Perfect Oasis!

Finding ways to relax and unwind after a stressful day can be hard! However, at Hanover, we have everything you need to make your home a venerable escape. So, take a load off and enjoy these fantastic tips on how to transform your apartment into the perfect oasis. Make your bedroom the perfect cozy corner! We have ample bedrooms that accommodate king-size beds, making it the perfect space to get comfortable with soft pillows and oversized blankets. You can never have too many blankets! Plus, don’t forget to set the mood with bedside lighting! We also love to add touches of color with flowers and plants. For example, one of our favorite plants to keep on our nightstand is lavender because it adds color to the room while also giving off a soothing smell. Enjoy your spa-inspired bathroom! With bathrooms that feature modern finishes, oversized soaking tubs, dual-vanity countertops, walk-in showers, linen closets, and so much more, why go anywhere else? Create your very own at home spa night! With so many of us working from home these days, it is important to have a dedicated workspace! Luckily, between our conference rooms, USB connectivity, and built-in computer desks with bookshelves, Hanover makes it so much easier to work from home. But remember, when the workday is over, step away from your electronic devices, kick up your feet and enjoy your home! Our amenities and apartments are the epitome of comfort. So remember to kick back and relax from the day with some of these tips!

Tour Your Way!

Unable to tour? Live out of town? Finding the perfect home can be time consuming and stressful! But do not worry, we’ve all been there. Luckily, Hanover has made finding your dream home easier than ever. Through seamless touring options, you can now tour your way. Whether virtual, self-guided, socially distant, or through our customized YouTube Channel, we make it work for you! By simply calling our leasing office, we will assist with your customized virtual tour. We will start by sending over a Youtube link, featuring in depth videos of the community’s amenity spaces, model units, as well as vacant apartment homes. This gives you a feel for the community, allowing you to view upscale elegance and experience luxurious amenities. After this, let us know which floorplan interests you and our knowledgeable team will reach out to set up a meeting. We can give you a call via FaceTime, Zoom or Instagram video chat. Hanover options are limitless. After an introduction with our talented leasing agents, they will take you through a tour of our model units and discuss the floorplan that best fits your needs. Our Hanover Team will walk through each apartment availability and highlight unique features just like we would during an in-person tour! And of course, please feel free to stop us at any point with questions! What are you waiting for? Call us today and tour your way!

Museums to Visit in the Cambridge Massachusetts Area

Cambridge Massachusetts is full of amazing art, culture and so much more! If you are looking for something to do, then look no further than the amazing museums right in your back yard. All the below museums can be reached by public transportation making getting there a breeze! Museum of Science: The Museum of Science is located right between East Cambridge and the West End. It is an amazing science museum that also features an inside zoo. It has over 700 interactive exhibits and features presentation and shows throughout the day. If you are ever looking for somewhere to go, no matter your age the Museum of Science is always an amazing choice! It is located at 1 Museum of Science Driveway, Boston, MA. Harvard Museum of Natural History: The Harvard Museum of Natural History is located at Harvard University in Cambridge MA! It displays specimen that are taken from the other research museums from the University. It is also connected to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, so tickets grant you access to both. Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology: The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology is a museum that is affiliated with Harvard University. It is one of the oldest as well as largest museum that focuses on anthropological material. It is one of the four Harvard Museums of Science & Culture that is open to the public and is attached to the Harvard Museum of Natural History. Longfellow House: The Longfellow House Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site is located at 105 Brattle Street in Cambridge MA. It was home of the American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, and previously served as headquarters of George Washington. It is open to the public seasonally and it outfitted with furnishings that was donated to the National Park Services. Head to this historic spot to learn more about the history of this house and those who have resided in it. The above are just some of the great museums and historical landmarks in the Cambridge area. There are endless places to visit that will provide you with culture, education, art and fun experiences!

Useful Tips for Apartment Living!

Useful Tips for Apartment Living! Utilizing your living space to its full potential is sometimes hard! Luckily at Hanover Alewife you have gorgeous fit and finishes throughout your apartment, but where do you go from there? Well you’re in luck because here are some great Apartment Living Tips to make life easy! When furnishing your apartment buy furniture that will make the space appear even bigger! At most furniture stores they sell furniture that is classified as small space furniture or apartment sized furniture! These are normally more compact furniture and made to utilize the space! Use the above picture to find some inspiration! When organizing your kitchen make sure to utilize all the amazing storage space your Hanover Alewife kitchen has to offer, like our deep cabinetry, pantry style cabinets and abundance of counter space! Buy some kitchen organization systems for your pans, plates and anything else! And to make your kitchen more streamlined don’t hesitate to buy some glass storage containers to put in baking needs, pastas or anything else that can be stored in those containers! Remember organization is key! Decorate your apartment the way you want! Make sure to get paintings and photos that make it feel like home! Utilize our wonderful built in shelving or desks that you may have in your apartment to show off those Knick-knacks that you’re proud of! Buy some plants to put through your apartment to bring in some of the outdoors in! If you’re looking for some low maintenance plant options for apartments, Snake Plants, Peace Lilies and Z Plants are some great easy plants to take care off! These are just some of the few tips to make your new Hanover apartment feel like home!

Local Spots to Visit!

Hanover Alewife was built with location is mind, which is why we are in the beautiful North Cambridge neighborhood. We are surrounded by public transit, local restaurants, gorgeous outdoor spaces and so much more! Below are some of the great local spots located right outside your door! 1.Alewife Brooks Reservation Alewife Brooks Reservation is a state park located about 5 minutes from Hanover Alewife’s front doors! It is 120 acres of protected wetlands, woods and meadows! There are beautiful paths, river views and is ideal for bird watching! Alewife Brooks Reservation is a good place to unwind and get away from the hustle and bustle of city life! [1] 2.Minuteman Commuter Bikeway Located right off the Alewife Brooks Reservation is the Minuteman Commuter Bikeway! The Minuteman Bikeway is a 10-mile paved rail trail located in the Greater Boston Area! It connects with four other bike paths at its Cambridge terminus. You can connect to the Fitchburg Cutoff Path, Cambridge Linear Park, Alewife Brook Greenway and the sidewalk to Fresh Pond Reservation! Being located right across from the Bikeway makes getting around the greater Boston area a breeze! [2] 3.Revival Café Located right across the street at 125 Cambridge Park Drive is Revival Café! They provide yummy food and delicious drinks to the area! To read more about what they do, and their philosophy please visit them at revivalcafeandkitchen.com ! We love our local coffee shop so they are a must see for breakfast, lunch and everything in between! 3.Fresh Pond Mall and Alewife Brook Parkway Shopping Center The Fresh Pond Mall and the Alewife Brook Parkway Shopping Center are located in close proximity to Hanover Alewife! They feature amazing stores for all your needs! Fresh Pond Mall features a Whole Foods, TJ Maxx, Fast Food Establishments and so much more! Alewife Brook Parkway Shopping center features a Trader Joes, CVS, Restaurants and more! Nothing is better than living near these shopping centers! [1] https://www.mass.gov/locations/alewife-brook-reservation [2] http://minutemanbikeway.org/