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Earlier this week, we told you about all the upcoming exercise classes happening at the Brier Creek Community Center. The center also offers other classes that can benefit you in other ways. Many women worry about walking alone in the city, but you will feel more confident and learn life saving tactics at the center’s Women’s Self Defense Class. Learn... [Read more...]

Looking to shed a few extra pounds before swimsuit season is in full swing? Look no further than the Brier Creek Community Center. Dozens of fun classes are available to help you shed those pounds and sweat off those calories. Focus your chi and enhance your energy with the ancient art of Tai Chi. Dr. Turner will teach two separate Tai Chi classes beginning... [Read more...]

Memorial Day is coming up, but not all of us can afford the time or money for a big weekend vacation away. You can stay right here in town and still get the vacation experience with a relaxing massage at one of the local spas. Book a spa with one of these great spas near the Exchange at Brier Creek for your three-day weekend.   Source: Yelp Name:... [Read more...]

If you needed any other reasons to convince you that Raleigh is a great place to live, take a look at one of the latest Forbes articles declaring Raleigh as on of the best cities for jobs. The Forbes article ranks the Raleigh-Cary area as the seventh best “Big City: for jobs in the country. That's up seven places from last year's 14th place finish. 2011... [Read more...]

The weather continues to heat up as we move into the summer months, and many people are looking for great ways to cool off. Beat the heat this summer with a tasty treat like ice cream, frozen yogurt or Italian ice. Here are just a few places to get your frosty treats near the Exchange at Brier Creek.   Source: Yelp Name: Fresh Location: 6033... [Read more...]

This is the perfect time of year to spend time outside. Instead of walking down the street to the nearest patch of green space, spend some time in one of North Carolina’s beautiful state parks. To help you plan out your park visits, the Triangle Business Journal has narrowed down the search to the top ten state parks: Jockey’s Ridge State Park –... [Read more...]

With the summer rapidly approaching, many people are planning fun getaways; unfortunately, your dog must be left behind for most of your big vacations. Unless you want to come home to a big mess, you need to find a sitter or board your pooch. Here are some of the best pet professionals near the Exchange at Brier Creek that can take care of Fido while you are... [Read more...]

The Nature Research Center at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is now officially open. The Museum's newest wing features 80,000 square feet of fun and learning. After an exciting opening weekend, the center is now open to the public. Visitors to the Nature Research Center will be able to learn about the latest advances in science from the scientists... [Read more...]

If you need a reminder that summer is almost here, The recent waves of big budget blockbusters pouring into the theater could be an indicator. Movies like John Carter, The Hunger Games, and Wrath of the Titans are already dazzling audiences in theaters, and the Avengers and Prometheus are just weeks away. Be one of the first at the Exchange at Brier Creek to... [Read more...]

If you are tired of the same old burgers, pizza and chicken dinners, consider adding a bit of spice to your diet with a new Laotian restaurant coming to Raleigh this summer. Bida Manda: Laotian Restaurant and Bar will take the place of the old Duck and Dumpling in downtown Raleigh in July or early August. Vanessa Nolintha and her sister grew up in Laos,... [Read more...]

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