Sharing ideas about what American towns do best is what America in Bloom is all about. In the America In Bloom Best Ideas books we've collected hundreds of ideas, examples, and photos and compiled them into a resource for communities of every size to use.

Ideas are organized first by judging criteria, then by population to make it easy to see what towns your size are doing. But don't stop there - towns and cities of all sizes are doing things that you might want to implement right where you live.

Each criteria begins with past judges' suggestions that can be applied to towns of any size. If you want to contact any of the towns, let us know and we'll put you in touch with the right people. We're here to help you make your town a better place to live.

New! Best Ideas Book Updated with Color Photos

The new version of Best Ideas is 240 pages of the best and brightest examples of what various communities are actively doing to develop and improve their communities, as well as suggestions from AIB judges and experts.

Sections are divided by the eight criteria categories of AIB and observations are listed from every population group. Numerous photos illustrate successful models. From fundraising activities and easy beautification actions to increasing volunteer presence and securing historic preservation, there’s something for every community.

Order your book today! The cost is $50 and includes tax and shipping.

 

 

 

Best Ideas e-book

The 2007 version of the Best Ideas book is available for you as a FREE download. Click here to save the 90 page version (please note this version does not have photos).