A Summer Weekend in Lexington, Virginia: Campus Walks, Main Street, and Music Under the Trees
Plan a summer overnight in Lexington, Virginia, with a downtown stay, a quieter walk through Washington and Lee, Main Street galleries and boutiques, dinner at an established local restaurant, and an evening performance under the trees at Lime Kiln Theater.
A Summer Weekend in Camden, Maine: Harbor Sails, Mountain Views, and Breakfast Worth Planning Around
Plan a summer weekend in Camden, Maine, with a character-rich stay, breakfast at Buttermilk Kitchen, mountain views from Camden Hills State Park, an afternoon schooner sail on Penobscot Bay, and dinner by the harbor.
A Summer Weekend in Hendersonville, North Carolina: Mountain Trails, Main Street, and Room to Roam
Plan a summer weekend in Hendersonville, North Carolina, with a local B&B stay or a family-friendly retreat at The Horse Shoe Farm, plus hiking, biking, waterfalls, Main Street wandering, and relaxed mountain-town dining.
A Summer Weekend in Dorset & Manchester, Vermont: Cool Evenings, Lincoln History, and a Very Civilized Saturday
Plan a summer weekend in Dorset and Manchester, Vermont, with a stay at Barrows House, Hildene, Manchester shopping, optional hiking or Land Rover adventure, a nostalgic Dorset quarry swim, and dinner plus theatre in Dorset.
Dahlonega Trails & Outdoors: Mountain Air, Gold Country Roads, and a Little Bit of Grit
Explore Dahlonega, Georgia’s best trails and outdoor adventures, from Lake Zwerner and Yahoola Creek Park to Six Gap cycling routes, Bull Mountain mountain biking, and Amicalola Falls camping.
Dwell: Imagine Living in Boone, NC
Thinking about moving to Boone, NC? Here's a candid look at daily life, housing realities, tourism pressures, and who truly thrives in this mountain college town.
Sports & Recreation in Boone, NC: Golf, App State Football, Trail Rides & More
Your intro guide to golf, racquet sports, horseback riding, App State game days, and more in Boone, NC — from Kidd Brewer Stadium to mountain trail rides.
Trails & Outdoors in Boone, NC: Hiking, Skiing, Climbing & More
Your quick guide to hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, camping, and skiing in Boone, NC — from the Blue Ridge Parkway to the High Country's best known trails.
Remote Work & Small-Town Living: Why Millions Are Choosing a Different Kind of Life
Remote work reshaped more than our calendars and commutes; it rewired what’s possible for our lives. In 2025, tens of millions of Americans are working remotely, and a significant share of them are using that freedom to trade big-city addresses for smaller, more livable places. When “where the office is” stops driving decisions, “where life feels right” finally gets to take the lead.
Small Town Affordability
Curious how far your housing budget goes in a big city versus a small town? Explore real 2025 data on rural vs. urban home prices, and see why small-town living can unlock more space, more land, and more life for less.
The Great Return: Why So Many Young Adults Are Leaving Cities for Small-Town Life
Discover why young adults are leaving big cities and choosing small towns for affordability, community, and creativity. Explore what’s fueling this great migration and how you can find your perfect town with MoxieTowns.
Might be the Sweetest Place in NH
Life is sweet with friends who have exceptional taste. It was the suggestion of just such a friend who summers in New Hampshire to not miss the little town of Walpole on my recent visit to the state. What a quintessential New Hampshire hamlet!
Connections Matter
In our drives through New Hampshire and Vermont, we didn’t just visit towns. We visited stories, dreams, and the beating hearts of communities. Can't wait to share more tales from the road!
The autumn magic is calling us north
We have had our nose to the digital grindstone lately, as we are working hard to expand our platform to share more about the amazing places. we are finding and making it easier to share! We're cooking up something quite marvelous here—imagine an artisanal blend of storytelling and digital magic to give you more of the hidden gems we've discovered.
Before you “think” about hanging a shop sign
Can you see your sign hanging above the door, etched in the vintage font that whispers the soul of your brand? Imagine the first rays of the morning sun filtering through your windows, illuminating the carefully selected apparel or artisanal pastries.
Who is minding the street?
This week I found myself in the warm company of Main Street directors and downtown managers from across the landscape of Georgia at the Georgia Downtown Conference
Small Towns, Villages & Hamlets
Each small town whispers its own tale, distinct in its melody and rhythm. Some bustling with the energy of 50,000 souls, others humming the tranquil song of a mere 1,000 inhabitants. We embark on this journey from the heart of the south, within arm's reach of countless remarkable towns, each with its own allure.
First Look
You are ready to explore the small towns, perhaps to one day become a part of its fabric. Where do you start? What is most important? Start here.
Where MoxieTowns Started
Why small towns now? Because it is time. Why MoxieTowns? Because I really love small towns.
Time to Turn Up the Music
Empty nester? Yes. You are craving adventure, more friends of all ages, and more time to invest in your interests! You are not ready to roll up the carpet – unless it is to dance the night away! You may find what you are looking for in a small town!