July 13, 2021

Dive into Summer with These Three Local Activities

Summer in Lake Forest is a fun time. At Crestwood Apartments , we’re near Disneyland, Los Angeles, and the beach, and our city itself has some great, unique activities. From the Laguna Hills Farmers Market to city-run activities to the Arden Helena Modjeska Historic House and Gardens, here are three of the best activities in Lake Forest, California.

 

Laguna Hills Certified Farmers Market 

Every Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., you can buy a variety of delicious local food at the Laguna Hills Farmers Market . There’s fresh fruit, breads, vegetables, dips, granola, oils and vinegars, and more. It’s small but filled to the brim with high-quality products. Head over to the Laguna Hills Mall to check it out!

 

City Activities, Classes, and Clubs

Lake Forest holds a ton of activities, classes, and clubs . There’s something for everyone! Here are a couple of highlights:

  • Princess academy: “Frozen in Summer” Camp. This is a weeklong camp teaching beginner dance, etiquette, crafts, and more.
  • Zumba classes: There are several beginner Zumba classes available, each combining classic Zumba dances with light weights for a great workout!
  • Chess Wizards Inc. Camp: This day camp incorporates other activities (like puzzles, physical games, and skill-building activities) with chess for an engaging experience for kids.
  • OC Parks Events: This summer in Orange County, the OC Parks Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema Film Series are back! From June 18 to September 10, there will be 10 free concerts and 13 free movie showings. The concerts will be on Thursdays at 5:00 p.m., with the music beginning at 6:00 p.m. The movie nights will be on Fridays at 6:00 p.m., with the movie beginning at sundown.

Arden Helena Modjeska Historic House and Gardens

The gorgeous century-old home of Madame Helena Modjeska , a famous actress of Polish descent, is situated in a beautiful grove of live oaks. Today, it is both a California historical landmark as well as a National Historic Landmark. One of our favorite activities in Lake Forest, California, is to explore the grounds. The grounds are open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and you can take a guided tour those same days. Reservations are required, so be sure to book ahead of time.

 

There are so many great activities in Lake Forest, California—these are just three we couldn’t wait to share. Get out and explore our awesome city, and have a great summer! After you experience these activities, we know you’ll fall in love with Lake Forest. When you do, consider living at Crestwood Apartments . 

Crestwood Apartments offers two- and three-bedroom apartments for rent in Lake Forest, California.

 

Image credit: Orange County Parks

Improve Your VIP Experience: Flexible Ways to Pay Rent and Build Credit At Crestwood

April 15, 2026
At  Crestwood Apartment Homes  , we are committed to providing our VIPs with the best tools to manage their apartment homes effortlessly. We want to highlight the various ways you can handle your monthly rent, including some exciting benefits that help you build your financial future just by living with us. 1. The AppFolio Resident Portal App The easiest way to manage your living experience is through the AppFolio app. It is a one-stop shop for your most frequent needs: Convenient Payments: Set up one-time or automatic payments using a bank account (e-check), credit card, or debit card. Split Payments with Flex: We have integrated Flex directly into your AppFolio app. This service allows you to split your rent into two payments throughout the month. Flex pays your rent to us in full and on time, while you pay them back on a schedule that fits your cash flow. Full Transparency: View your current balance, previous statements, and full payment history anytime. 2. Build Your Credit for Free with Pinat a Your consistent rent payments should work for you. We are proud to offer Free Positive Rent Payment Reporting to major credit bureaus through our partner, Pinata. How it works: You will receive an email invitation from Pinata to sign up for this service. Once you are enrolled, your on-time payments are reported to the credit bureaus. The Benefit: This helps you build your credit score over time without any extra cost. It is our way of rewarding your reliability and helping you reach your long-term financial goals. (Please note: we do not utilize any resident reward or marketplace features through Pinata; this service is strictly for your credit reporting benefit.) 3. More Ways the App Helps You Beyond payments, the AppFolio app remains your primary tool for staying connected with our Lake Forest community. You can: Submit Maintenance Requests: Easily upload photos and descriptions of any needed repairs. Manage Renter's Insurance: Access your policy or update your provider details. Stay Informed: Contact the office via text or phone, update your contact preferences, and access your lease documents. At  Crestwood Apartment Homes  , we treat every resident like a VIP. Whether you are looking for more flexibility with Flex or looking to boost your credit score through Pinata, we are here to support your lifestyle.

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