If one of your new year's resolutions is to get involved in the community and to give back, one great way to do that is to donate blood. Did you know that 90 percent of the people who live in the Mid-South will need a blood transfusion before they turn 70? That's a very high percentage. Even though there are so many people in need, only about 10 percent of... [Read more...]

Whether you're taking the family out for some play time or you're heading out for an invigorating jog or even just to walk your dog, the park is the place to go. There are many parks around Germantown and Collierville that you could visit to get some fresh air. We've also included the weather forecast so you can plan your trip!   Source: Yelp Name:... [Read more...]

Now that the Thanksgiving holiday is over and the fridge is starting to empty out, you may feel your motivation to work out starting to wane as well, but don't get discouraged! Break out your exercise gear because this time of year is as important as ever to get your blood flowing! We've put together a list of past Bailey Creek posts about ways to get fit... [Read more...]

With your relatives and their kids coming into town for the holidays, you may be looking for fun things to do to keep everyone occupied.  One fun and wallet-friendly activity is to load up the family and take them to the Woodland Discovery Playground at Shelby Farms Park. The kids can play to their hearts' content and everyone gets fresh air. We've included... [Read more...]

With the holidays drawing near this means that there will probably be relatives visiting from out of town and possibly some little ones running around your apartment as well. As the weeks fly by, before you know it the kids will be our of school for winter break. Because kids need fun things to do to keep them occupied, it may be beneficial to research some... [Read more...]

Fall is a great time to go outdoors. The summer heat has begun to dissipate and the breeze causes you to pull your jacket closer. Taking a walk in one of Collierville's great parks is a fantastic idea this time of year. W. C. Johnson Park is one of our favorites in Collierville. Located about four miles from our community at Bailey Creek, this park has... [Read more...]

Now that the weather has begun to cool and we've been granted a reprieve from the heat of the summer, it's a great time to take a walk through the crisp autumn breezes at the park. Whether you're taking your dog to the off-leash dog park at Shelby Farms, taking your kids to play at the jungle gym, or going for a jog to stay fit, the park is a great place to be.... [Read more...]

What's your families cause this year? Do you have one or are you interested in helping out at any moment? Now's the time to register for the 3rd Annual NAMI 5K Walk/Run. The event that's set for October 15th this year, will be a day family fitness and fun for everyone--All while supporting a cause. NAMI Memphis (National Alliance for Mental Illness) is... [Read more...]

One of the (many) great things about living here in Collierville is that there are lots of opportunities to explore on foot and bike.  Biking is a great way to work out your body and explore the outdoors at the same time.  Admittedly, I haven’t been on a bike since I was about 10 but I do admire those who can just jump on and go at a moment’s notice. ... [Read more...]

I could kick myself each spring when the weather warms up for not learning the game of tennis. I try it from time to time, thinking Hey, this is easy. Hit the little yellow ball over the net. Nice theory. In practice, however, I end up whacking the ball over the fence in a fit of frustration. All my ventures with a tennis racket--except the air guitar ones--end... [Read more...]

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