Are you curious to learn about why certain weather patterns happen and tips on predicting the weather? If so, head to the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences located at 11 West Jones St.  Raleigh, NC 27601 on Saturday, June 18 for Stormfest! This is a free all-day event starting at 9 a.m. and ending at 5 p.m. At Stormfest, you can meet the meteorologists... [Read more...]

Most farmers’ markets take place only during the weekend. I shop for my groceries during the weekend, but sometimes I want or need to purchase something during the week. Luckily, I live near a farmer’s market that is open during the week. If you live in Summermill at Falls River apartment community, you also live near a farmer’s market that is open during... [Read more...]

Division II NCAA Baseball consists of college teams like; Barton College, Chowan University, Lenoir Rhyne University, North Carolina Central University, and Winston Salem University. Mount Olive College is a North Carolina College competing in the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship. The 2011 NCAA Division II Baseball Championship will take place at the... [Read more...]

If you are familiar with the North Carolina Museum of Art, you are aware of the exhibits, the collections, and the Art in the Park. Did you also know that the North Carolina Museum of Art offers much more than visual art? The North Carolina Museum of Art also offers Children’s Performances, Drop-In Crafts, Summer Movies, and Summer Concerts. Its Children’s... [Read more...]

The Brightleaf District is in downtown Durham, North Carolina. It is only 30 minutes from Summermill at Falls River. The Brightleaf District is filled with at least 40 restaurants, nearly 20 bars, and close to 50 shops. Some of the restaurants include Aliva’s Durham Bistro, King’s Sandwich Shop, and Parker and Oats. The bars include Fullsteam Brewery,... [Read more...]

The Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts hosts various events that almost everyone can enjoy. The venues include the Memorial Auditorium, the Meymandi Concert Hall, the Kennedy Theater, and the Fletcher Opera Theater. Within these venues, you could take pleasure in ballets, concerts, plays, and operas. This May, join other members of the audience... [Read more...]

Rugby is a sport that seems similar to football. However, I feel that it requires more contact. It is a sport that dates back to the 15th and 16th century, requires minimal equipment, and is fun to watch. I love watching rugby, although I understand its rules less than American football. Shorts, mouth guards, rugby boots, scrum caps, and shoulder pads is the... [Read more...]

Mother’s Day is right around the corner. Have an afternoon treat or post-dinner dessert at TCBY. It’s a great addition to a day of pampering for mothers throughout the nation. May 8th, 2011 is Mother’s Day, a day to acknowledge the hard work, beauty, and love of the mothers in our lives. There are numerous ways to celebrate and we have one sweet suggestion:... [Read more...]

Teacher Appreciation Week is an excellent time to show special teachers in the community that you care. We’ve made a list of a few ideas for students and adults. Handmade Cards Creating a homemade card for a teacher is an inexpensive, customizable way to show your appreciation. Students- write a bit about  your favorite lesson in school, or a favorite... [Read more...]