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A Smaller Piece of a Better Pie: Embracing "Luxurious Frugality
Blog | by Jake Giessman | November 27, 2012
Living simply shouldn't remain class-based or countercultural; it should be downright American.
New Dream Happenings: 2019 Year-End Update
Blog | November 21, 2019
The latest on organizational priorities, active programs, and strategic partnerships.
INFOGRAPHIC: The Benefits of a Shorter Workweek
Resources | by New Dream | October 18, 2013
In this infographic series, New Dream explores the ramifications of overworking on our health, happiness, and environment.
Local Food Hub Brings Fresh, Healthy Food to Virginia’s Heartland
Blog | by Kristen Suokko and Emily Manley | October 23, 2012
Charlottesville's Local Food Hub has a mission: to fix a broken food system by reconnecting local farmers, families, and food grown close to home.
Freddie & John’s Transition into Parenthood
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | March 3, 2014
In the Real Celebrations series, SoKind asks registry users to share a bit about their celebrations. Read about how Freddie and John made their baby shower a meaningful celebration of their transition into parenthood.
You are what you eat - but do you change when your diet changes?
Blog | by Kim | December 29, 2008
What If You Cut Your Consumption Rates by Half?
Blog | by Inbar Hyams, OuiChoose.com | July 18, 2018
What if instead of breaking our heads trying to determine the optimal choices, we go for something radically simple and just cut our consumption rates by half? Here's how.
When Planning Family Vacations, Don’t Forget the Train
Blog | by Suzita Cochran | March 7, 2012
Traveling by train can be a magical alternative to the high-stress world of airports and Interstates.
6 Ways That Parents Can Push Back Against Harmful School Commercialism
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | October 20, 2015
At school, ads can now be found on everything from team uniforms to cafeteria banners to homework folders. Learn some ways to push back.
New Dream Staff Picks: Books We Love
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | April 11, 2012
New Dream staff share their picks for the most inspirational books they've read on topics of consumerism, parenting, and work-life balance.
Why Give Up Chocolate for Lent When You Can Give Up Plastic?
Blog | by Carol Janus | January 28, 2016
It may seem impossible to stop using plastic. But with perseverance and a little creativity, it can be done.
Myths About Mother Earth and Why They Matter
Blog | by Kim | April 29, 2009
Challenge Toolkit: Play!
Custom Pages | March 19, 2018
We Hear You! Themes from New Dream’s Community Survey—and What’s Coming Next
Blog | October 22, 2019
Great Summer Reads: 2017 Edition
Blog | by New Dream | June 2, 2017
Looking for a great summer read? Here’s a list of our favorite recent (or recent to us!) books.... and a few more we're excited to delve into.