The three minor league teams that call Connecticut home include the Connecticut Tigers in Norwich, the Bridgeport Bluefish (a member of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball) and the New Britain Rock Cats. Located throughout the state, residents of apartments in Stamford, Hamden, Branford and Norwalk all have the opportunity to catch a game.

Both the Tigers and the Rock Cats are part of a big league farm system, which means you might catch a glimpse of a future major leaguer. Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau, all-stars of the Twins, came up through New Britain. If you happen to be a Red Sox, Mets or Yankees fan, you might have the opportunity to see their up-and-coming stars when their Double-A farm teams travel to play against the Rock Cats.

In addition to not having to drive to New York or Boston, you won’t have to pay big league prices. You can purchase good seats for under $10. So grab your glove and spend your summer nights at the ballpark without hurting your wallet.

Looking to rent an apartment in Connecticut? Learn more about apartments for rent in Stamford, Hamden, Branford and Norwalk by visiting www.CTBestApts.com today!

Through September 2, 2013, 56 free-roaming Lorikeets will be living in Maritime Center Hall. These colorful, mid-sized parrots will squawk around the riverfront courtyard for you and your family to watch and play with. By purchasing a cup of nectar, the birds might even land on your hand or shoulder to retrieve their treat. If you prefer to view your birds from a distance, that’s no problem. The lorikeets may be viewed from outside the aviary as well.

Lorikeets are native to rainforests and woodlands and enjoy feeding on flowers and fruits local to these regions. The birds were brought to the Maritime Aquarium through an initiative to bring new animals in for visitors to admire, giving them a unique aquarium experience.

In addition to the Lorikeets, Connecticut apartment residents can now visit a family of Meerkats, brought to the aquarium through the same initiative. Made famous by Timon from “The Lion King” and the show “Meerkat Manor,” the exhibit features six meerkat siblings. The exhibit is complete with a viewing bubble that allows visitors to get up close and personal with these fascinating creatures.

Whether you like your critters underwater or on land, the Maritime Aquarium has something for you! If you’re interested in visiting or planning an event, visit www.maritimeaquarium.org or call 203-852-0700 for more information.

Maritime Aquarium is a great experience for the entire family and is conveniently located to Norwalk apartments at Morningside Gardens on Prospect Avenue. For more information on Morningside Gardens, stop by the Leasing Center at 112 Hoyt Street in Stamford, call 203-325-3848 or 203-273-7529 or visit www.CTBestApts.com.

While you are bound to find something you want or need at this tag sale, it is also worth spending a Saturday outside with the beautiful church as your backdrop. With nearly two-hundred year old architecture and an original Tiffany stained-glass window, the historic Union Memorial Church is a treasure in itself.

As you stroll along the local merchants, browsing over books, quilts, furniture, collectibles, movies, music, home-grown plants, custom-sewn bags, clothes knickknacks and jewelry, don’t forget to stop by the snack and grille table for a hot dog and cool drink. This will give you time to decide on whether or not to buy that karaoke machine or trivet made out of wine corks.

Located at 58 Church Street, this tag sale is about a five minute drive from Stamford apartments at Morgan Manor, Hoyt Bedford and The Townhouse. The Tail-Gate Sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a rain date schedule for June 8, 2013.

Whether you enjoy art galleries, outdoor concerts, tag sales or finding the perfect sidewalk bistro for your Sunday cappuccino, downtown Stamford is the place to be. For more information on how you can rent a spacious apartment in downtown Stamford, stop by the Leasing Center at 112 Hoyt Street, call 203-325-3848 or visit www.CTBestApts.com.

Starting with May, Bedford Street will be turned into a farmer’s market every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located a short three blocks from Hoyt Bedford and Morgan Manor apartments, and only one block from The Townhouse apartments, residents are just a hop, skip and jump away from the fresh local fruit, produce and breads that line Bedford Street. Those who visit the market have the opportunity to sample and savor the tasty and colorful selections of the vendors.

Once mid-June hits, the premier concert series, “Live-at-Five,” will be held every Thursday evening in Columbus Park. Acts ranging from The Wall Flowers, to Ryan Cabrera, to Brett Michaels grace the stage, so get to the park early to claim your wristband and viewing spot. Feeling hungry? Pop by one of the nearby sidewalk pubs and cafes to indulge in a delicious meal while enjoying the music.

During July, jazz fans may enjoy a new jazz series held in Columbus Park every Wednesday. Renowned artists such as Chick Corea, Bernie Williams, and the Brubeck Brothers Quartet take the stage and soothe the town with their soul-fueled beats.

If you are shopping for a new apartment near downtown Stamford, learn more about Hoyt Bedford, Morgan Manor, and The Townhouse today! For more information, stop by the Leasing Center at 112 Hoyt Street, call 203-325-3848 or visit www.CTBestApts.com.

Exhibits to explore include a South American rainforest featuring a free-flight aviary, a New England Farmyard with a wide-variety of barnyard animals and the Hoofstock Trail that features bison, deer and more. After you visit the animals, grab a bite to eat at Peacock Café and make sure to take a spin on the antique carousel before you leave.

Admission to the Beardsley Zoo is FREE for children under 3, $10 for children ages 3 to 11 and seniors above the age of 62 and $12 for individuals older than 12. As the state’s only zoo, the Beardsley Zoo is 80 years old and a fantastic experience for visitors of all ages. The zoo is open 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily, except on major holidays. In addition to the exhibits, Beardsley Zoo hosts several events throughout the year. For more information on the zoo and special events, call 203-394-6565 or visit www.BeardsleyZoo.org.

Located in Bridgeport, the Beardsley Zoo is not only conveniently located to Norwalk, but also to apartment rentals in Stamford, Hamden and Branford. For more information on available apartments, visit www.CTBestApts.com.

If you are looking to start your search early, there are several tag sales happening this month. Some of the earlier tag sales include:

• This Saturday, April 20, 2013, starting at 9:00 a.m. in the parking lot at Trinity Catholic High School, is the Tiny Tots Kids Consignment Sale. This sale happens every spring and fall and is the place to find great buys on strollers, highchairs, bouncy seats, swings, cribs and changing tables, toys and clothes. For specific information, visit www.tinytotsconsignment.com.
• Next Saturday, April 27, 2013, starting at 10:00 a.m. is a great multi-family tag sale located at 36 7th St near the Scalzi Park and Ridgeway Shopping Center neighborhood. This will be a great place to find great deals on bookcases, electronics, kitchen utensils, small appliances, tables, chairs, books and more. In case of bad weather, the rain date is Sunday, April 28 at 10:00 a.m.
• For some really unique finds make the trip out to the Silvermine Arts Center in New Canaan for their annual Art Materials & Equipment Tag Sale Fundraiser. This event is scheduled for Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Here you can find a wide variety of art supplies and equipment such as stretcher bars, paints, frames, cameras, enlargers, ceramic supplies and beautiful art books, suitable for gifts. All proceeds from this sale will benefit the Silvermine Scholarship Fund for Children, so your purchase money goes towards a great cause.

These tag sales are perfect for residents of Stamford, CT apartments at Morgan Manor, Hoyt Bedford and The Townhouse. The first two sales are conveniently located nearby these communities and the third is just a short drive away in Silvermine.

If you have been looking for the perfect bookcase or artwork for your new apartment, why not check out a tag sale and see if you can find one for a great price.

For more information on apartments in Stamford, as well as Branford, Norwalk and Hamden, visit www.CTBestApts.com.

This community-wide event is open to all ages and is a great way to introduce children to volunteerism and recycling. Rain or shine, the Branford Land Trust will host this clean-up day, so help keep Branford beautiful by joining them for a few hours on Saturday. For more information, contact Maryann Hall at mlhall511@comcast.net or 203-488-4272.

The Branford Land Trust is a non-profit organization founded in 1967 with the goal of protecting Branford’s natural resources. Today, the Trust owns 950-acres in over 130 parcels in Branford along the shores of Long Island Sound. Working together with the Town of Branford for 40 years, Branford now has a natural area of nearly a thousand acres in the Supply Ponds area to protect Branford’s natural resources and for its citizens to enjoy.

The Branford Litter Clean-up Day is the perfect opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family while supporting your community. Located at 57 Montoya Circle, residents of the Montoya apartment community are located just minutes from Town Hall. For more information on available apartments in this prime location, call 203-537-3175.

In addition to Branford, renters can learn more about Connecticut apartments in Stamford, Branford and Hamden by visiting www.CTBestApts.com.

Going on now at the New York Botanical Garden is the 11^th Annual Orchid Show. The Orchid Show dramatically transforms the iconic conservatory into a lush rainforest with giant bamboos, tall canopy palms, ferns and tropical trees that feature heavy vines crisscrossing from trunk to trunk.  Inside the show, visitors will have the opportunity to explore a variety of plants including rare orchids, bromeliads, epiphytic cactus, Calathea (prayer plants), Cymbidium (the familiar corsage orchids, Philodendron, banana trees and even some specimens of Costus. Unique to this year’s exhibit, trees that were damaged during Hurricane Sandy will be incorporated into the show as a design element. For more information, call 718-817-8700.

Right next door to the New York Botanical Garden, visitors will find more natural beauty at the Bronx Zoo. The spacious Butterfly Garden allows individuals to experience butterflies and other backyard bugs in a lush wild meadow and spacious greenhouse. Pick up a map that helps you to identify different butterflies as you walk through the conservancy to the soothing backdrop of classical music and the fragrances of fresh flowers. Additional activities include the opportunity for children to transform themselves into “buzzy” insects in the Pollination Hall of Fame, step into the nursery to learn how zookeepers care for butterflies and trace the cycles of a dragonfly, swallowtail and black ant. The Butterfly Garden is just one of many exhibits available at the Bronx Zoo. For more information, visit www.bronxzoo.com.

Both of these fantastic attractions are just a short train ride away from downtown Stamford apartment communities. Just leave your car at the Metro North station in downtown Stamford and take the train to Grand Central Station. From there, hop on the Harlem Line North. The Botanical Garden has its own train stop that is right across the street from the entrance.

Individuals looking to rent a beautiful Connecticut apartment in downtown Stamford can learn more about Morgan Manor, Hoyt Bedford and The Townhouse apartment communities by stopping by the Leasing Center at 112 Hoyt Street, calling 203-325-3848 or visiting www.CTBestApts.com.

The winning resident at Stamford will receive a $50 gift card to the Stamford Town Center mall, while the winners in Branford and Hamden will each receive a $50 VISA gift card.

Residents of Stamford, CT apartments should stop by the Leasing Center at 112 Hoyt Street. The Leasing Center for Montoya residents is located at 57 Montoya Circle and the Leasing Center for Seramonte residents is located at 1 Kaye Plaza.

This holiday season; celebrate Easter at your community’s Leasing Center and you just might win a little extra spending money.

For those looking to rent an apartment in Stamford, Branford, Hamden and Norwalk, this weekend is the perfect opportunity to stop by and learn more about these beautiful apartment communities. For more information, visit www.CTBestApts.com.

On March 17^th, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., residents of Morgan Manor, Hoyt Bedford and The Townhouse apartment communities are invited to attend a St Patrick’s Day celebration at the Leasing Center located on 112 Hoyt Street. Attendees will not only receive holiday candy and a green carnation, but they will also receive information on how to enter a raffle for their chance to win a $100 gift card to the restaurant of the winner’s choice.

Maybe this year, the luck of the Irish will be on your side. For more information on this fun event, visit the CTBestApts Facebook page.

With a variety of dining options located in downtown Stamford, winning this gift card will give you the opportunity to enjoy a meal from your favorite restaurant or maybe try something new. In addition to fantastic dining, residents of apartments in Stamford, CT are conveniently located to the area’s popular shopping, entertainment and recreation.

With this prime location, now is a great time to rent a new apartment in Stamford and this weekend is the perfect opportunity to stop in and learn more about these beautiful communities. For more information, visit www.CTBestApts.com.