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Take a look across the country and find the best places to thrive! Click on each town to see more information about it.

Best Boomer Towns - Town Blogs

Bend, Oregon

Bend is a small but growing city in a beautiful area of Central Oregon. The city is between the scenic Deschutes River and is home to gorgeous green parks, many walking trails, and pleasant neighborhoods. Surrounded by volcanoes, alpine lakes, and wilderness areas, Bend is well-known for its vibrant outdoor scene. Mountain bikers come here from across the United States to hit the trails, and hikers will find an incredibly diverse range of hikes.

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Tucson, Arizona

Written by Editor, from Tucson, Arizona

Skip the Southwest stereotypes and experience the real deal in Tucson, AZ, where history is right at your fingertips and nature is all around you. With museums, historic sites, hiking trails, golf courses and shopping around every corner, Tucson gives you the freedom to roam, exploring a part of the country like no other.

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First Friday Artwalk in Ashland

Written by Nancy Shonka Padberg, from Ashland, Oregon

An Ashland First Friday is an eclectic mix of visual delights, interesting conversations, intimate music and tasty treats.

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Paso Pops in Paso Robles

Written by Nancy Shonka Padberg, from Paso Robles, California

Annual Event Moves to Paso Robles Event Center – Tickets On Sale – April 2
Live Music, Family-Friendly Activities and Fireworks!

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Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic in Austin

Written by Nancy Shonka Padberg, from Austin, Texas

Willie Nelson will return to Circuit of The Americas for his 45th annual Independence Day picnic and music fest.

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Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland

Written by Nancy Shonka Padberg, from Ashland, Oregon

The Tony Award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) in Ashland, Oregon is among the oldest and largest professional non-profit theatres in the nation.

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ATHFEST Music and Arts Festival 2018 in Athens

Written by Nancy Shonka Padberg, from Athens, Georgia

The AthFest Music and Arts Festival takes place in historic downtown Athens, GA, showcasing more than 100 bands on three free outdoors stages and a Club Crawl Friday and Saturday nights spanning 14 Athens music venues.

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Sunday Brunch & Piano with John Vaughn in Aiken

Written by Nancy Shonka Padberg, from Aiken, South Carolina

Enjoy John Vaughn on the piano and a delicious Sunday brunch at The Willcox.

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First Saturday Of The Month Vintner & Vines Tour in Paso Robles

Written by Nancy Shonka Padberg, from Paso Robles, California

Learn about the heritage of Italian grape growing and origins Pelletiere Estate’s rare Italian varieties, compare old world and new world approaches to winemaking and discuss Paso Robles’ unique micro-climate.

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