Someone in this tiny town of 9,500 inhabitants had the grand idea to create this open, social space by stealing exactly eight parking spots from Grand street, the main shopping area along Grand River. He or she selected a spot at the intersection of the main street and a pedestrian pathway, connecting a larger parking space in front of row of buildings. A couple of benches, some potted bushes and flowers, and there it is – almost a public square.

Even on this summer, Sunday afternoon there are few people using it. Many of the square's amenities are missing, and the space is not clearly defined, but obviously it was needed.