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The Town of Arden, located in New Castle County, Delaware, United States, is a town known for its artistic community and single-tax philosophy, founded in 1900 by sculptor William Preece based on Henry George's theory of land taxation. The town, which covers about 0.3 square kilometers and has a population of less than 500, is known for its unique atmosphere of community self-governance and artisanal traditions. The town retains a large number of Colonial Revival buildings, has an independently owned Ardenne Theater, craft stores and community gardens, and residents often trade locally through the Ardenne Fair. As one of the nation's historic arts communities, Arden hosts annual craft fairs, theater productions, and other events that attract visitors to experience its rich utopian community culture, exemplifying the fusion of small-town life and the arts in Delaware.
Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.