Best mid-sized towns in the PNW for Music Participating in a band, orchestra, or choir is a rite of passage for many schoolchildren. Even as kids move on to college, there are almost always groups available to join so allow them to continue to be involved in music on a college campus. After college is…
Best Mid-Sized Cities in the SW for Art Regardless of whether you are traveling or relocating, for those who are always on the lookout for your next great piece of art, having a selection of art galleries is a must. Large cities are typically a safe bet for finding a wide variety of galleries,…
Mid-sized towns for those who hate humidity Just ask anyone in the south, eastern seaboard, or the midwest about humidity. They know what it is. Every meteorologist, and every weather app, along with temperature, will state the relative humidity. As the humidity rises, it will go from feeling comfortable to sticky to downright oppressive. The…
Great mid-sized towns in the Mountain West for water enthusiasts For those of you who own boats and other watercraft, access to water is a given need. Many people just like having water resources nearby. Rivers, lakes, the beach – any of these can make for a fun and relaxing day for the…
Best Mid-sized Cities in the NE for Public Transportation For many folks looking to relocate, good public transportation in a city isn’t just a desire, it is a necessity. Public transportation is a given in most large metropolitan areas. You’ll have 7 days a week bus service, light rail, and even a nearby major…
Small towns to weather climate change There is a new term that has come into use in recent years: climate refugees. These are people relocating across the US for one reason and one reason only, to find a milder climate. With heat waves, floods, droughts, and fires on the rise everywhere, many are specifically looking…
Best mid-sized towns in the PNW for brewpubs Craft beer now represents over 25% of total beer sales in the United States. Unlike the big brewers, many craft brewers have opened brewpubs right where they make their beer, allowing patrons to see the beer being brewed as they enjoy their dinner and sometimes even…
Best small towns in the NE for dog lovers As so many people own dogs, many cities across the country are making dog parks a part of their overall master park plans. Having a wide variety of parks and trails to take your pooch to is important, but for most dog owners out there,…
Best mid-sized towns in the SW for public parks Public parks are a critical element for creating livable cities by bringing a little bit of the country into a city. Parks can revitalize neighborhoods, provide a place for families and kids to socialize and play, and give residents a place to get some relief from…
Best southeast cities for music aficionados “Where should we go tonight?” That question stumps the best of us from time to time. Deciding on something to do can be tough, sometimes because there are too many choices and other times because there are not enough. It’s hard to go wrong with live music. Whether it is…
