Brentwood is a rapidly growing town of about 50,000 in the east Bay area of California between Stockton and Walnut Creek. Nearby recreation areas include Franks Tract Recreation Area and Sherman Lake. The area was originally an agriculture community but now it is suburban and home to some industry. The area boomed from 2000 to 2008.  The county is Contra…...

Ashland is a small town of just under 22,000 in very southern Oregon, about 15 miles north of the California border. The town is great for retirement as it is a cultural mecca, hosting the Oregon Shakespeare Festival as well as Southern Oregon University and its 5000 students. The Oregon Shakespeare Festival is one of the largest and most successful…...

Branford is a shoreline town of about 28,000 on the coast of Long Island Sound, just a few miles east of New Haven. The town has an extremely attractive downtown with many shops and interesting restaurants lining its spacious central green.  The area appeals to boaters and people who love the beach. Photo of Town Green courtesy of Wikipedia and…...

Forked River is a small town of about 5400 along the New Jersey shore, just south of Toms River. Forked is pronounced in 2 syllables - "For' ked"....