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5 Ways to Simplify Back-to-School Shopping
Blog | by Krislyn Placide | August 20, 2012
Forget the crazy school shopping bonanza, and save some money—and your sanity—in the process.
Rethinking Mother's Day
Blog | by Jenn Knepper | May 9, 2014
For Mother’s Day this year, we've partnered with a local business that upcycles materials and offers workshops for groups to come together and let creativity soar.
Tips for a Greener, Simpler Halloween
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | October 11, 2017
Halloween is big business. Avoid the hype and direct your energy, $$$, and creativity toward a greener, simpler holiday.
Reflecting on the Holidays
Blog | by New Dream | January 15, 2018
Before you jump ahead to the next thing in your life, we urge you to pause and reflect on your holiday experience.
We Hear You! Themes from New Dream’s Community Survey—and What’s Coming Next
Blog | October 22, 2019
Top 6 Ways to Simplify and Enjoy Your Holidays
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | November 17, 2015
For a holiday season focused on "more of what matters," check out our six favorite simplifying tips.
My Story: Tips and Tricks for Hosting an Alternative Gift Fair
Blog | by Jenn Knepper | September 3, 2014
Want to learn how to host an alternative gift fair? Start here.
How a Gift Registry Is Being Used to Build Relationships and Strengthen Communities
Blog | by New Dream | January 7, 2016
Our audience has used SoKind registry in new and creative ways that have surprised and inspired us. Maybe you have a great idea, too?
Beyond GDP: New Measures for a New Economy
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | January 31, 2012
A new report from Demos points out the problems with using GDP as the predominant benchmark of our economic and social progress.
Homemade Valentines, Gratitude, and the Green Triangle
Blog | by Suzita Cochran | February 12, 2013
How one family's annual valentine-making routine became a way to practice gratitude and green living simultaneously.
Why Witches? This Halloween, Put on Your Pointy Hat and Summon Your Inner Subversion
Blog | by Guinevere Higgins | October 22, 2019
One person's take on how New Dreamers are like witches.
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.
Hooked on Stuff: The Black Days of Post-Thanksgiving Consumerism
Blog | by Ray Lumpp | November 27, 2012
What started as a celebration of prosperity has become something akin to a national addiction. Are we choosing stuff over joy?
POLL: New Dream Holiday Poll 2005
Resources | by New Dream | January 11, 2005
In 2005, New Dream conducted a national poll about the holiday season. The survey showed that most Americans wish the holidays were less materialistic and believe that the holidays should be more about family and caring for others, not giving and receiving gifts.