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Pop Goes the Community
Blog | by Rebecca Sanborn Stone | June 23, 2014
How a temporary "pop-up" university helped bring a small Vermont town back to life.
Easter, Naturally
Blog | by Nancy Sleeth | March 12, 2013
As one of the most important celebrations on the Christian calendar, Easter is about more than plastic eggs and cellophane grass.
Easy Steps to Waste-Free School Lunches
Blog | by Tovah Paglaro | September 25, 2012
By choosing to forgo packaged or cafeteria food, we can teach our children healthy eating habits and minimize the garbage that ends up at landfills.
Community in Action Challenge: Share With Others
Blog | April 3, 2018
Sharing frees us from having to earn, buy, and consume ever more stuff, reducing our debt and our environmental impact—all while strengthening relationships with our neighbors.
How to Create a Zero Waste Easter Basket
Blog | by New Dream | March 22, 2017
Challenge yourself to create an Easter basket that will produce no garbage that would be sent to landfill.
Adrienne & Chris’s Family Reunion Wedding
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | June 16, 2014
In the Real Celebrations series, SoKind asks registry users to share a bit about their celebrations. Read about how Adrienne and Chris used their wedding as an opportunity to spend meaningful time with the people most important to them.
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.
Well-Being: Finding Your Family's Environmental Best
Blog | by Aislinn Pluta | July 21, 2013
Trying to develop a deeper connection to nature for your entire family can seem like a daunting task, especially if you don't know where to begin.
Mindfulness and Meditation for Kids
Blog | by Margaret Swink | August 12, 2015
Mindfulness facilitator and mom Laurie Cousins shares some tips for New Dreamers on how to be more mindful.
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.
Do You Love What You Wear? 10 Tips for Boosting Your Style While Avoiding the Traps of Fast Fashion
Blog | by Rebecca Ballard | June 9, 2016
Here are 10 tips for boosting your style while avoiding the traps of fast fashion.
Want a Garden? Easy Ways to Start for Non-Gardeners
Blog | by Terra Wellington | April 15, 2014
Ready to put your green thumb to work? Check out these tips from actress and lifestyle expert Terra Wellington.
Real Celebration: Guinevere's Potluck Baby Shower and Mother Blessing
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | May 19, 2015
In the Real Celebrations series, SoKind asks registry users to share a bit about their celebrations. Read about how Guinevere's friends and family came together for a potluck baby shower and mother blessing where the main event was the sharing of heartfelt blessings and advice.
Your Recipe for Simpler Holidays
Blog | November 1, 2018
As you plan a special meal or time with family or friends, take advantage of this time to craft plans for a simple, joyful, meaningful holiday season. We’ve got all the ingredients you need.
Mackle-more of What Matters
Blog | by Ryan Dwyer | March 8, 2013
You know times are changing when a rap about the hipness of thrift store shopping hits the top of the charts.