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Batik Easter Eggs: Layers of Color and Symbolism
Blog | by Kim | April 9, 2009
Decorating eggs with bright colors and patterns is simply fun to do, even if you don't celebrate Easter.
Faith Communities, the Environment, and Tales of Responsibility
Blog | by Kim | March 25, 2009
A Valentine in 2009: Giving Freely While Spending Frugally
Blog | by Kim | January 29, 2009
How to Stage a Clothes Swap
Blog | by Regan McMahon, courtesy of Shareable.net | July 25, 2011
At these friendly social gatherings, one person’s discard is another one’s treasure.
U.N. Supports Happiness as a Development Goal
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | July 25, 2011
A new U.N. resolution urges countries to consider happiness and well-being when developing public policies.
Living the Dream: Howard and Marika Stone – Too Young to Retire
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | July 8, 2013
A Florida couple advocates an alternative vision of the post-midlife years, providing ideas and advice about meaningful work and community engagement.
Mindful Decluttering: Your Stuff, Their Stuff, Our Stuff
Blog | by Pam Holland | May 2, 2016
Decluttering expert Pam Holland believes that tackiing the excess stuff in our lives is key to improving well-being.
Top 10 Ideas for a Screen-Free Summer Your Kids Will Love
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | June 25, 2014
Ditch the screen and try one of these proven ways to keep kids active and engaged all summer.
Want to Give ONE Holiday Gift That Keeps on Giving?
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | December 10, 2013
Make it an attractive reusable water bottle. Here are our top seven reasons why—some of which may surprise you.
Ideas Worth Spreading: Be Inspired by TED
Blog | by Amy Curtis | July 13, 2011
These 10 video presentations provide hope, inspiration, and knowledge that although people can damage the Earth, they also have the potential to save it.
My Attempt to 'Buy Nothing New' This October
Blog | by Anjuli Crocker | October 22, 2012
How hard is it to not buy anything new for an entire month? New Dream's AJ Crocker tries it out—and finds a world of abundance and creativity.
Living the Dream: Ashley Whittenberger of Cosmic Acres
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | May 6, 2013
A few years ago, Ashley Whittenberger decided to trade in her “mainstream McMansion on a half-acre of manicured hell" for a life of freedom and creativity.
Building a More Connected Community, One Hour at a Time
Blog | by Mary Murphy | February 22, 2016
At just one year old, the Silver Spring Timebank is already a proven leader in organizing community sharing events.
Interview with Sasha Dichter, Founder of Generosity Day
Blog | by New Dream | February 11, 2013
In February 2013, New Dream' spoke with Sasha Dichter, founder of Generosity Day, about his proposed alternative to Valentine's Day commercialism.
Determined to Thrive: A Family Pilgrimage
Blog | by April Roggio | April 26, 2015
What happens when you stuff 6 kids into a 1976 Travco RV & make plans for a cross-country voyage to discover America? This family will soon find out.