Another classic feature of local Facebook groups is the “free item” post that usually begins with a photo taken in a driveway, garage, or basement. Someone is giving something away. Often it’s a couch. Sometimes it’s a coffee table. Occasionally, it’s a large wooden cabinet that clearly weighs as much as a refrigerator and wouldContinue reading “Life Inside the Local Facebook Group: The Free Couch That Starts a Community Debate”
Tag Archives: community
The Importance of Marketing for Mom and Pop Businesses in Tourist Areas
In tourist areas like where I live, mom and pop businesses hold a unique charm and appeal. They provide authentic local experiences, often characterized by personalized service, unique products, and a deep connection to the community. However, despite these strengths, the survival and growth of these small businesses heavily depend on effective marketing strategies, especiallyContinue reading “The Importance of Marketing for Mom and Pop Businesses in Tourist Areas”
Discovering Small-Town Living: Community, Nature, and Security
It has been 10 months since I moved from a bustling city/region of 650,000 people (about half the population of Hawaii) to a village of 1,000 people at most. It is located a half hour north of a city of 85,000 so all the major amenities are nearby. I wasn’t sure I’d manage all rightContinue reading “Discovering Small-Town Living: Community, Nature, and Security”
johnberkovich.com 