BERLIN–Maryland’s historic town of Berlin placed third in the preliminary voting round of Budget Travel’s “America’s Coolest Small Town” contest.
The Web site’s polls opened the first week of October and asked Americans to nominate small towns that they felt were the “coolest.”
The rules stated the town must have fewer than 10,000 people, have outstanding food, great locals, amazing art, unique history, wonderful shops and an all around “cool” vibe.
“I think we can all agree that Berlin, Md. can put a check right next to all of those requirements,” said Berlin’s Main Street Coordinator, Megan Houston.
Voting for the nominees ended on Dec. 3, leaving Berlin with 2,282 votes, only 891 less than the top competitor. Voters were also able to post comments allowing fans to express their favorite attributes of their favorite town.   
The polls open back up mid-January with the top 15 finalists and conclude in mid-February with the top 10 winners.
Since Berlin has already been deemed the “Coolest Small Town in Maryland” the next goal is to become “Coolest Small Town in America.”
For information visit www.berlinmainstreet.com and click on the “Coolest Small Town” link or contact Houston at mhouston@berlinmd.gov