Small town square

After Parade readers nominated more than 2,000 Main Streets, editors selected 16 based on the criteria for a successful downtown, according to our research.

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When we began to talk seriously about me moving from San Francisco to rural Illinois, my partner expressed concern regarding how I would deal with the culture shock. “No problem!” I answered blithely. “I’ll just ask myself, WWTGGD?” Organize a rummage sale to save the bridge! Enter the dance marathon to raise money for a tarp to cover the bridge! Participate in a knitathon to raise money to rebuild the bridge!

Füssen is the ending point on Germany's Romantic Road. This picturesque town has colourful architecture and charming old town squares.

Hammondsport, Finger Lakes, NY. Tied Beaufort, NC in Budget Travel magazine's "America's Coolest Small Towns 2012'' contest. Bracing for one of our favorite places on the planet to experience a surge of visitors!

Two squares in a small town and Lonely house on the island 🎨

Skip the crowded cities, and spend your Christmas in one of the South's charming small towns. When our small towns prepare for the holiday season, they go all out. From stunning lights displays to family-friendly festivals, there's no shortage of activities for the whole crew to enjoy. Here are the top towns to check out.

Town squares can bring a community together year round, but there's something special about them come fall. As the leaves change and the weather gets just a bit cooler, you'll want to check out these picturesque town squares all around the country for fun, food and festivities!

Keene, N.H., has one of the nicest, most thriving downtown districts for a small city that I have seen in New England. http://www.visitingnewengland.com/scenesofnewengland98.html