I was feeling dwarfed in the presence of her majesty Queen Anne as Errol and I strolled the streets of Centreville. Streets all throughout town were lined with trees, creating a refreshing atmosphere during a stroll. I have often thought that an abundance of trees can bring any town to life, and found Centreville all the more pleasing for it. It was easy to just walk through and listen to the breeze rustling through the branches.

Queen Anne's County is known for being the first official county in the state of Maryland. You can see the influence of days gone by in some of the impressive homes lining the streets of Centreville. Today, the town is working towards becoming a "destination station". Block parties, live music, seasonal festivals, all going on in this amiable little town. It's a family town. The community gets involved in their kids' lives, putting on high school events and providing the best possible environment for growing up.

"Moving here will add 15 years to your life," said Rita Ritter, owner of Pick 'n' Paint Pottery. "Everyone knows each other, and the other business owners are very neighborly." Rita's pottery studio teaches ceramic painting techniques, hosting day camps for kids as well as lady's nights.

Inviting atmosphere, fantastic events and easy-going residents make the town of Centreville a great place to visit. Check out the Queen Anne's County website for more information.

Written by Erik Yount. Photography by Errol Webber.