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Slide 1: Title page shows the words Discover Brentwood in a box with a large yellow daisy in background.

Slide 2: What is Brentwood? Brentwood is a vintage Raleigh neighborhood with small town charm and big city convenience…

Slide 3: In this presentation, the people of Brentwood want to tell you a secret. If you are moving to Raleigh from outside the area, you may believe that you must purchase a small, poorly built home with a tiny yard in a new, quickly built, treeless subdivision.That is not the case.Let us tell you about Brentwood. (Background is a photo of a tree, perspective is we are looking up into its branches.)

Slide 4: So come on in and set a spell… (Background photo is large front door, similar to ones in Brentwood.)

Slide 5: Brentwood is a lovely subdivision of approximately 1400 homes in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, built in the 1960's.
(Graphic: Photo of a young woman with long brown hair in a sleeveless floral dress, arms out, happy, with leafy tree behind her.)

Slide 6: Brentwood is bordered by New Hope Church Road, Atlantic Avenue, Highwoods Boulevard, and Capital Boulevard.
(Graphic is a map of neighborhood streets..

Slide 7: (Graphic is a map of Wake County, with arrow to Brentwood neighborhood location.)

Slide 8: People of all ages and races call Brentwood home, including many original inhabitants with grown children, as well as young families, recent empty nesters, childless couples, and singles.

Slide 9: Brentwood homes have increased substantially in value over the years, yet they continue to be one of the best values in the Wake County area. In 2006, Raleigh was named the seventh fastest-growing city on the East Coast, due in part to the incredible growth in northeast Raleigh, where Brentwood is located.

Slide 10: What is special about Brentwood? There are many things that we love about Brentwood. As a result of its longevity, the neighborhood has an abundance of mature trees and landscaping. (Photo is of trees in Brentwood Park next to elementary school.)

Slide 11: It is especially beautiful in the spring when the dogwoods are in bloom along Brentwood Road, and it seems nearly every yard in the neighborhood has a tree or bush in bloom. (Photo of dogwoods in bloom along Brentwood Road.)

Slide 12: Residents living in Brentwood homes enjoy hardwood floors, large rooms, fireplaces, brick exteriors, and large, beautiful wooded backyards -- similar amenities to those often found in high-dollar "inside the beltline" homes, which are just minutes away. (Photo of trees in fall.)

Slide 13: You’ll find quiet, tree-lined streets in Brentwood with sidewalks and streetlights (unheard of in some new subdivisions). (Photo is street on Allendale.)

Slide 14: Beautiful Brentwood Park has lush gardens, a playground, basketball courts, baseball diamonds, picnic pavilions, a community center, and tennis courts. See for yourself… (Photo is Brentwood Park sign with lots of flowers in foreground, and in background is a man walking his small white dog. Picnic pavilion is in background.)

Slide 15: Photo only of playground.

Slide 16: Photo only of basketball court, man with ball in mid-air, flowers in foreground on the side.

Slide17: Photo only of medium closeup of flower garden, with yellow finch sitting on red flower.

Slide 18. Photo only of community center, with tiger lilies in foreground.

Slide 19: Photo only taken from community center, looking down stairs, to baseball diamond.

Slide 20: We are grateful to the Brentwood Garden Club for its efforts to beautify the neighborhood.(Photo of flowers, looking toward picnic shelter, two small figures walking on sidewalk.)

Slide 21: Brentwood’s location between the Inner Beltline (440) and the Outer Beltline (540) makes it a breeze to go anywhere in the Triangle -- Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, or Research Triangle Park. (Two photos, one on left is an overhead photo of cars going fast in a blur on the highway. Other photo is mother and daughter inside a car.)

Slide 22: The builder of Brentwood, John Adams, concentrated on four styles of homes, Split level , Ranch Split foyer, also known as “raised ranch” and Cape Cod style.He knew these designs would appeal to all types of families (and singles), and forty years later, they still hold that appeal.You are sure to find a Brentwood home to meet your needs.

Slide 23: The following examples are not for sale but illustrate the variety of home styles and the variations within each style.

Slide 24: Photo of a house with big green front yard. Text says: Split foyer, also called Raised ranch.

Slide 25: Photo of a house. Text says: Split level.

Slide 26: Photo of a house with lots of flowers in front and mailbox that looks like a little house. Text says: Ranch

Slide 27: Photo of a house with nice looking garden and antique-looking black mailbox. Text says: Split level.

Slide 28: Photo of a house with big tree on left and large grassy lawn. Text says: Split level.

Slide 29: Photo of a house where they built a front porch that looks old with "gingerbread" details. Text says Modified Split level.

Slide 30: Photo of simple brick house with tree in front yard. Text says: Split Foyer Raised Ranch.

Slide 31:Photo of house with tree. Text says Ranch.

Slide 32: Photo of house with three plastic flamingoes in the front yard. Text says Split foyer raised ranch.

Slide 33: Photo of house with barn-like roof and really big pretty tree in front. Text says Cape Cod style.

Slide 34: You'll find two small lakes in Brentwood… (Photo is of four adult Canada geese and four goslings swimming away from the bank in the lake.)

Slide 35: …that provide residents with beautiful views. (Photo is a view of the lake with trees on either side and at the end of the lake.)

Slide 36: Waterfront homes are rare in landlocked Raleigh, but you’ll find them in Brentwood.(Photo is of four homes in background and in foreground is part of one of the lakes.)

Slide 37: The lakes attract an abundance of wildlife, including geese, ducks, blue and snowy white herons, and turtles. (Photos are of turtle, duck, blue heron and white heron.)

Slide 38: A Brentwood resident took this photo of geese and a deer, rarely seen, in her backyard. You may also see rabbits, raccoons, and possums. (Photo is grassy area, lots of trees, and far away are two geese and behind the geese, very small, is a deer.)

Slide 39: So -- early in the morning on your way to work, you may find that what you thought was a lawn ornament is really a living, breathing Canada goose! (Photo is a closeup of a Canada goose.)

Slide 40: The neighborhood has not only an active gardening club and neighborhood association, it has… (Photo is a closeup of a yellow Tiger lily or day lily.)

Slide 41: …its own printed newsletter, and a lively online discussion group. (Photo shows a coputer and mouse, all in blue tones.)

Slide 42: Every year, the Brentwood Exchange Club is responsible for the luminaria project. Club members collect a donation of $5 from each household, and neighborhood volunteers assist club members in distributing the luminarias throughout Brentwood on Christmas Eve. (Photo is a fat lit candle with a pine cone next to it.)

Slide 43: Their hard work results in a breathtaking display of glowing lines of light beautifully snaking their way through the entire subdivision on Christmas Eve. (Photo is black and white photo of lights at night possibly on a Brentwood street.)

Slide 44: Some residents enjoy going all out with Christmas lights, á la National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (the movie). There is a little of Clark Griswold in many of us at Christmas time. (Photo is at night on Christmas Eve, of the house on Brentwood Road with a ridiculous number of Christmas lights on it. The street has luminarias.)

Slide 45: On the morning of the Fourth of July, you will often find small flags lining every street in Brentwood, courtesy of a businesswoman who is a Brentwood resident. (Photo is of house with two flags and their mailbox is covered with floral vines about two feet wide on either side. Note - the flags were really distributed by the Brentwood Exchange Club. The tradition, however, was started by a Brentwood businesswoman. Too late to change the presentation.)

Slide 46: Other neighborhood events earlier in the year include a spring carnival at the elementary school and a parade.(Photos are of the flag, three milk jugs, and a boy with a silly balloon hat on his head.)

Slide 47: Many neighborhoods in Raleigh, especially in newer subdivisions, seem to frown upon independent expressions of imagination and relish sameness and conformity. (Eight photos of same dull green little house.)

Slide 48: Not in Brentwood. You'll find front yards filled with flowers... (Photo is house at Brentwood and Ingram with flowers and a big rock and pebbles.)

Slide 49: some with vegetables… (Photo of garden with rosemary bush in background, cabbages in foreground, and elf figurine. Another photo of tomato plants.)

Slide 50: and most with beautiful green grass. (Photo of closeup of grass with water droplets.)

Slide 51: Some Brentwood gardeners grow more-exotic plants. (Photo of house with palm-like tree in front, another photo with palm-like plant with white flowers on top, and a photo with a big cactus, not yet in bloom.)

Slide 52: Some residents choose to express their creativity with imaginative mailboxes. (Photo of mailbox shaped like a pink flamingo.)

Slide 53: Award-winning Brentwood Elementary is located in the center of Brentwood, on Ingram Drive, next to the park. The school recently "adopted" a Brentwood stream that is located in the adjacent park. The 2006 Wake County Teacher of the Year is a first-grade teacher at Brentwood. (Photo of Asian girl reading a book and smiling.)

Slide 54: Millbrook High School, on Spring Forest Road, is nearby and has an excellent reputation. In 2005, it was greatly expanded to make it even better. (Two photos of teens, one girl with arms on Calculs and Geometry books and smiling, other girl is sitting cross legged on grass and reading book.)

Slide 55: If you’re looking for a college for yourself or your teen, North Carolina State University (known as NC State) is a mere five miles away, as are Peace College, Meredith College, Shaw University, and St. Augustine College.Duke University and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (known as UNC) are 40 to 45 minutes away. (Two photos of students lying on grass, one male, one female, reading books.)

Slide 56: Hospitals are abundant in our area. Rex Hospital on Lake Boone Trail is a quick hop away on the inner beltline. Raleigh Duke Community Hospital is just two miles away on Wake Forest Road.The newest hospital is Wake Med North Healthplex at Falls of Neuse Road and Durant Road.There is also a Wake Med in Raleigh, to the south of Brentwood. You can also go to world-reknown Duke University in Durham or UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill. (Photo is a closeup of a HOSPITAL sign with a big "H."

Slide 57: With all its trees and wildlife, sometimes Brentwood feels “country,” yet it is very convenient to everything a major metropolis has to offer… (Photo is closeup of a big sunflower.)

Slide 58: If you like shopping, you’ll love the newest, largest, and prettiest mall and shopping center in the area, just two miles away at Triangle Towne Shopping Center. People drive from Virginia to shop at its incredible variety of stores! (Photo of a saleswoman in a dress shop, showing a suit toward the photographer and smiling.)

Slide 59: Text only list of about 200 stores.

Slide 60: Living in Brentwood, you’ll save on gas!The following stores are even closer than the mall, and you’ll find that you can get to them easily by using side streets from Brentwood. Target, Sam’s Club, Lowe’s Foods, Home Depot, Lowes Home Improvement, Staples, PetSmart, Food Lion (Photo is a closeup of the handle part of a gas station pump.)

Slide 61: Recently rebuilt North Hills shopping center, on Six Forks Road near the inner beltline, is just a few miles away (accessible through side streets from Brentwood), and its recent changes provide you with a “Rodeo Drive/Beverly Hills” atmosphere while you shop and dine. See more photos… (Photo is picture of main water fountain at North Hills shopping area, in traffic circle. Foreground shows three large planters of flowers.)

Slide 62: Photos only of: North Hills street scene with flowers, shot of part of other fountain, two photos show closeup of topiary plants in containers, shot of about seven trees in large planters, shot of pink and white striped North Hills banner that are on poles throughout North Hills.

Slide 63: Other nearby favorite shopping spots include:The Shops of Cameron Village – inside the beltline, Raleigh’s earliest shopping center Fairgrounds Flea Market – West RaleighThe Cotton Company – artists and shops in Wake Forest in a converted buildingThrift shops and Goodwill stores on Capital Boulevard; near Brentwood; and in Wake Forest.

Slide 64: If you enjoy restaurants, you have quite a choice. You’ll find many types of food, including traditional American, Chinese, Vietnamese, Mexican, seafood, breakfast, and buffet restaurants within a mile or two.Glenwood Avenue, now known for its clubs and restaurants, is just a short drive. (Photos of smiling girl eating tomato soup, photos of plate with pork and broccoli, and another with a stack of pancakes.)

Slide 65: Shelley Lake, a gorgeous 50-acre lake, is on East Millbrook Road, and is just a few minutes from the Brentwood subdivision.The park has a beautiful greenway trail that surrounds the lake. The park features fishing, canoeing, sailing, rowboating, pedal boating, and biking, as well as picnic and playground areas. Sertoma Arts Center is located at the park and offers a variety of art classes. (Photo is a medium shot of older man and woman in jackets canoing on a lake.)

Slide 66: Falls Lake State Recreation Area, which consists of seven individual parks, is located at Falls Lake in Wake and Durham counties,10 miles north of Raleigh (and only 20 minutes from Brentwood). From the Falls Lake web site: (http://ils.unc.edu/parkproject/visit/fala/do.html) “Hours of relaxation await you at Falls Lake State Recreation Area. Just moments away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Falls Lake is a great way to escape urban life. “With a 12,000-acre lake and 26,000 acres of woodlands, Falls Lake State Recreation Area offers a choice of recreation areas—Beaverdam, B.W. Wells, Highway 50, Holly Point, Rolling View, Sandling Beach and Shinleaf. “Fishing, boating and swimming are only a few of the activities awaiting you on the water. On land, you can enjoy walking, mountain biking or camping along a portion of the state's Mountains-to-Sea Trail. From recreation to environmental education, no matter what you are looking for, you are sure to discover it at Falls Lake.” (Photos, two small, one of trees and another of two people in a canoe.)

Slide 67: Millbrook Park, near Millbrook High School, offers a dog park, a walking trail, tennis courts, and a swimming pool. (Photos: Four pictures of kids playing in pool.)

Slide 68: If you prefer to swim in the ocean, Wilmington Beach is just two hours away to the south. If you love the mountains, the drive is just four hours to the west. (Photo is closeup of an ocean wave.)

Slide 69: If you enjoy museums, Raleigh is the place to be.Recently called “The Smithsonian of the Southeast” on a Jeopardy TV episode, Raleigh offers a variety of museums: North Carolina Museum of History, Contemporary Art Museum, Raleigh City Museum, North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, and Exploris (which includes an IMAX theater). (Photos: Five small photos, artist's palette with paint, books, page open, microscope, and backbone skeleton closeup.)

Slide 70: If you like sports, you’ll find a treasure trove, with the North Carolina State Wolfpack (at NC State in Raleigh, North Carolina Tar Heels (at UNC at Chapel Hill), and
Duke Blue Devils (in Durham) calling the Triangle home, college basketball isn’t only bigger, but better than anywhere else in the country. Raleigh’s Carolina Hurricanes hockey team won the Stanley Cup in 2006.Nearby Cary also has its own professional women’s soccer team, Carolina Courage.(Photos are drawings of basketball player, hockey player, and the Carolina Courage logo.)

Slide 71: If you enjoy the performing arts, there are always a great choice of events at these locations: Alltel Pavilion, RBC Center, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts --Kennedy Theatre and Memorial Auditorium, Raleigh Little Theatre, Thompson Theatre at North Carolina State University, Burning Coal Theatre -- various locations. You’ll find other offerings in nearby Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Carrboro. (Photo: medium shot of a woman wearing a cocktail dress singing into a microphone.)

Slide 72: What residents say about living in Brentwood:“I enjoy living in Brentwood because it is the most convenient neighborhood in town. It is convenient to shopping, dining, 440 and 540.” – Ricka,
I do like the convenience of Brentwood, but it's the hills and trees that tug at my heart.  There is not a time in the year that it's not pretty.” – Trisha,
“I can look out my back door, and I feel like I’m in the Adirondacks, yet I’m just a few blocks from everything I need.” – Lori,
“Brentwood homes are solid. We have a steel beam running through ours as part of the framing, and I’m amazed at the quality of the hardwood floors. I’m very happy living here, and I think it’s the best value in the city of Raleigh.” – Steve. (No photos, just text.)

Slide 73: “Some things I love about Brentwood...
“The trees. There is one vignette on my drive home when the road bends and the houses disappear. Suddenly, a sea of green appears, and I feel like I'm in my own private forest. “The diversity of people. Brentwood is truly a representation of the American Dream. It is a neighborhood without pretense. “The history and original residents of the neighborhood give the place a true sense of Americana. “It is the perfect place for a starter home. We bought our first home in Brentwood, and one child later, we are still happy to call it home.“The location. Within minutes, I can get to anything I need; shopping, parks, post office, and even the library. Don't forget easy access to the beltline!“When my mom retired, I quickly looked in the neighborhood for a home for her. She now loves Brentwood as much as I do! Her almost 3/4 acre yard is her pride and joy. It is a neighborhood where young and old can feel welcome and appreciated.“I love this place!“-- Larisa (No photos, just text.)

Slide 74: So if you are considering a move to the Triangle area, make sure to ask your real estate agent to show you homes in the Brentwood neighborhood. Now that you know the secret that is Brentwood, we hope that you take a closer look at what it has to offer, and we hope to welcome you soon to the neighborhood!

Slide 75: Thank youfor visiting. Y’all come back! This production was broughtto you by Brentwood residents. (Photo is of the lake at sunset.)

Slide 76: Permission is granted for Brentwood residents, real estate agents, and others to copy and distribute this presentation in its entirety, no editing, on CD or DVD for distribution to interested parties. For more information, contact Lorilyn Bailey, lorilynbailey@gmail.com. See bonus material. (No photos, only text.)

Slide 77: Bonus Material for those new to the area:The Triangle and Research Triangle Park, what are they?Newcomers to the Triangle area often are confused by the terms “Triangle” and “Research Triangle Park.” They may refer to the “Triangle” as “Research Triangle Park,” and that is incorrect. The term “the Triangle” originally consisted of three cities: Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, hence its name. Cary has grown substantially, and now “Triangle” refers, in general, to these areas: Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Cary, as well as the smaller towns of Morrisville, Garner, Knightdale, Wendell, and Wake Forest. Research Triangle Park (RTP), on the other hand, is essentially a giant business park. It encompasses 7,000 acres of North Carolina pine forest and has approximately 1,100 acres for development. It is home to more than 136 companies that employ 37,600 workers in a variety of industries. RTP is easily accessible to Triangle residents via I-40, 540, and other major highways, so employees in RTP live throughout the Triangle area. Also: People unfamiliar with the area often refer to “Raleigh/Durham” as if it is one city. Durham is 45 minutes from Raleigh and is in a different county. Each city has its own individual character, ambience, and management style. You’ll hear residents say “Raleigh,” or “Durham,” or “the Triangle,” but rarely, “Raleigh/Durham.”

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