When you’re trying to do the best and most efficient work, you’ll probably plan on getting an extra cup of coffee, tuning in to some “get focused” music, or giving yourself a zing from some essential oil aromatherapy.You’re using your senses to get yourself in optimal condition for digging into your work. However, there might be one sense you’re forgetting about and taking for granted: your vision.Workplace lighting can have a big impact on your mood, productivity and well-being. ...
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6 Iconic Venues to Watch a Performance
There’s a reason people dress up to go to the ballet or the orchestra or a Broadway musical.Whether you’re watching a movie, a play or a live performance, being in nicer attire gives the entire event an additional layer of glamour and enjoyment.The same goes for the atmosphere of the event venue. It’s definitely more enjoyable to attend a concert in a rocking venue than it is to watch it at home on your TV, isn’t it?When it comes to live performance venues, Buffalo offers several ...
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Shop the 500 Pearl Event Spaces
It feels like the entire world is on hold right now. Under the circumstances, it can be easy to start feeling sad about the future, or to feel like life is passing you by.However, today, instead of feeling hopeless about the present, we want to invite you to join with us and start thinking about joyous times still to come. We’re inviting you on a virtual tour of 500 Pearl (Contact our team about a virtual tour!) and all the gorgeous spaces the complex has to offer.Get to know what 500 ...
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Apartment Searching During Coronavirus
How can you “shelter in place” if you don’t technically have a shelter? If you’ve been in the market for an apartment, you may be feeling discouraged about how long it will take you to complete the apartment shopping process and settle into your new home.However, just because you need to practice social distancing, that doesn’t mean you are required to put your life plans on hold. We’ve put together some tips to help you continue your apartment search, find a location that makes sense for ...
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4 Great Options for Dining Out Alternatives in Buffalo
Most of us are probably feeling pretty tired of this social distancing. We’re ready to get back to normal, back to a routine, back to spending time with friends, and back to frequenting our favorite restaurants.However, most of us are also committed to doing our part to flatten the curve and protect the vulnerable in our community, which means waiting to enjoy a dinner out on the town for a few more weeks, until restrictions are lifted and we’re better able to ensure our own, and others’, ...
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Thank You To Our Trading Company Staff
Our Trading Company employees are doing everything possible to keep our community safe and healthy, while also ensuring we have access to the fuel, food and essential services we need to keep going through these difficult times. It’s because of our team members that we are able to keep our stores open and operational. Thank you for your hard work and dedication, we appreciate you all!Photo: Top Row (l-r) Nathan Grammer, Erthell Rayner, Erik King Bottom Row (l-r) Linda Harris, Tony Rosier, ...
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A Big Thank You to the Ellicott Hotels Housekeeping Staff
As you know, Coronavirus or COVID-19 is spreading, and spreading quickly. No one can be sure how many people will be infected, and we face challenging times unlike any of us have ever seen before. As a community, we find ourselves coming together to help each other, to protect each other and to keep each other safe and healthy.At Ellicott Development, we are proud to recognize some of our dedicated staff. Members of our Ellicott Hotels housekeeping team have joined forces to deep clean our ...
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