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McCall, Idaho
2012 Winner - Under 3,000 Population Category
Trees Please!

Credit: Daniel Schwen U.S. Forest Service scientists along with the Center for Urban Forest Research have found that the planting and nurturing of street trees brought a 500 percent return in benefits to the city of Indianapolis. Benefits and returns included storm water reduction, energy conservation, cleaner air, and increased property values.
 

Visit the AIB Booth at Philadelphia Flower Show

Credit: Pennsylvania Horticultural Society America in Bloom will again have an exhibit at the world famous Philadelphia International Flower Show. Held from March 1-9, the Philadelphia Flower Show is the largest, oldest, and most prestigious in the country. This year's theme is ARTiculture, where art meets horticulture. 

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Speaking of Philadelphia - Mark Your Calendars!

The 2014 America in Bloom symposium and awards program will be October 2-4 in Philadelphia. We'll celebrate the amazing ways that people are planting pride in their communities, present awards for outstanding achievements, and have an inspirational and idea-packed educational program. More details will be announced soon. 

Another Look at Green Spaces
By Dr. Marvin Miller, AIB President 

Research Proves For years, we've talked about the benefits of green spaces in urban environments. Indeed, our America in Bloom website contains several references to scientific studies, which can be used to argue for more green spaces, whether we talk about the benefits of crime reduction, improved memory retention or students' test scores, stress reduction, increased creativity, quicker post-surgery recuperation, better neighborhood relations or the like.

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Get in on the Excitement & Community-Building Momentum

There is still time to register your community to participate in teh 2014 America in Bloom program. The deadline to register is February 28. Bonus: if you recruit another AIB participant, you can save 25 percent on your registration costs.

Register now.

To learn more about the program, the benefits of participation, and how to make the most of your experience, click here. 
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Have a story to share? We would love to hear from you! Tell us about AIB activities in your community, or let us know about a community you have visited that should get involved with AIB. E-mail your story to Laura Kunkle, LKunkle@ofa.org.