Author Archives: Courtney

Hazard of Teen Driving Increases During Summer

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Courtney

The sun is out, the surf is good, and with school out all of those poor souls who have been cooped up in a classroom all year are hitting the road and catching up on sand and sun. This past … Continue reading →

Restaurant Review: La Palapa

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Courtney

One day last week I had the pleasure to dine at La Palapa in Belmont Shore of Long Beach. I had been here once before upon the recommendation of a trusted family member, so I was excited to enjoy the … Continue reading →

Posted in Auto Insurance, Belmont Shore, La Palapa, Restaurant Reviews | Tagged belmont shore, belmont shore pier, drinks, food, la palapa, long beach, mexican cantina, ocean front restaurant, reception, wedding ceremony, wedding venues | 9 Comments

4th of July Family Fun!

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Courtney

In just a matter of hours, the weekend will be here and the holiday begins!!! How do you celebrate the 4th? Usually my family participates in a cook out and setting off fireworks, but this year appears to be taking … Continue reading →

Posted in Fun things to do with Family | Tagged 4th of July celebrations, 4th of july fireworks spectacular, barbeque, belmont shore pier, carnival, cookout, crescenta valley, crescenta valley fireworks association, fireworks, first fridays long beach, food trucks, huntington beach parade, la crescenta elementary school, laguna beach, long beach, los alamitos, parade, pirate invasion, pirate invasion of belmont shore | 2 Comments

4th of July Most Dangerous Driving Holiday

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Courtney

Although many would consider the winter months to be the most dangerous time to drive, studies have revealed that is is actually the summer months proven to be the most dangerous, and the Fourth of July the most dangerous day … Continue reading →

Posted in Alandale Insurance Agency | Tagged 4th of july, fourth of july, most dangerous day to drive, pets, safety tips | Leave a comment

New Law Requires Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Courtney

Did you know carbon monoxide alarms will be a requirement for many of us? Starting tomorrow, due to the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act, every single-family dwelling with a fossil fuel burning heater or appliance, fireplace, and/or attached garage must … Continue reading →

Posted in Alandale Insurance Agency | Tagged carbon monoxide alarms, carbon monoxide dectors, carbon monoxide poisoning prevention act | 4 Comments

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Courtney

Father’s Day is June 19th! For me this means I need to get on track with planning a proper Father’s Day gift. I tend to manifest the procrastinator within me and wait until the last possible moment to prepare anything. Sometimes … Continue reading →

Posted in Alandale Insurance Agency, Father's Day Fun, Fun things to do with Family | Tagged cigars, converse, customized gifts, daily candy, father's day, father's day gift ideas, gift.scom, grilling, laura hillenbrand, louie zamperini, nikes, ties, unbroke, wallets | 3 Comments

Choosing an Independent Broker for Your Insurance

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Courtney

Today I came across an article discussing the advantages of purchasing insurance with an independent Broker or agency. Naturally my interest was piqued as Alandale is an independent broker, and we of course think there are many advantages to purchasing … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alandale insurance, coverage, discounts, independent agency, independent insurance broker | 5 Comments

Let There Be Kogi! Kogi Trucks and the Food Truck Craze

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Courtney

Before moving here I had heard something about the Food Truck mania that was sweeping across Southern California. It sounded weird. I wasn’t sure that I could trust food made in the back of a truck… But I was intrigued, … Continue reading →

Posted in Alandale Insurance Agency, Community Events, Fun things to do with Family, Los Alamitos | Tagged alandale insurance, food truck, Hometown Pasadena, kogi food truck, korean barbecue, korean mexican food, LA food, Los Angeles Times, southern california craze | 14 Comments

Attention Bikers: Don’t Leave the Leather at Home

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Courtney

With the arrival of June and the warm sun making many a cheek a bit rosier, the summer fun The Beach Boys sang about all those years ago is finally for the taking! I know kids everywhere are thrilled school … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged biker dress for safety, biking tips, motorcycle insurance, motorcyle safety, safety tips | 2 Comments

Tips For Grilling This Season!

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Courtney

May is here and Barbecue season decided to come along for the ride! As you start to pull the cover off your grill and keep your eye on the meat sales at the grocery store, we thought we would give … Continue reading →

Posted in Alandale Insurance Agency, Fun things to do with Family, Insurance Advice | Tagged barbecue, children, city of boston, fire, flammable, grill condition, grilling, grilling tips | 35 Comments