Guildford Plans Market, Towns Spotlight Local Getaways

The articles highlight ways to explore local communities, from outdoor recreation and dining to seasonal events and shopping. New Hope, Minnesota, offers parks, an aquatic center, a nine-hole golf course and nearby fishing lakes. In Vermont, Homestyle Restaurant and Mad River Barn pair mountain-town dining with locally sourced food and the personal stories of their chef-owner families. Guildford’s Christmas celebration will bring market stalls, music, a parade and family activities to its historic High Street, while downtown Batavia promotes cafés, independent shops, vintage finds and other winter outings.