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Save Money and Go Green by Sharing and Reusing Kids' Stuff
Blog | by Shara Drew | April 3, 2018
New Dream's Shara Drew offers tips on ways to share our kids’ things, providing great opportunities to help our children learn the value of reusing and making do.
Chris Jordan: Paparazzi of Garbage
Blog | by Amy Curtis | July 13, 2011
Jordan's work captures a reality that’s all too easy for consumers to ignore: that waste multiplies, rapidly.
VIDEO: The Berkeley Tool Lending Library – thousands of tools that community members can borrow for free (5 min.)
Videos | June 21, 2012
Tool lending specialist Adam Broner gives us a tour of the library, discusses its benefits to the community, and explains why he loves his job.
Etsy Goes Beyond Online Sales to Support Local Economies
Blog | by Krislyn Placide | October 24, 2012
Many of us know Etsy as a crafting and vintage sale website. But the Brooklyn-based company also supports entrepreneurs and communities directly.
Book Review: The Sweet Spot: Finding Your Groove at Home and Work
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | January 22, 2015
In her new book, Dr. Christine Carter offers advice on how to feel fulfilled and successful while also taking the time to really enjoy life.
Knitting, Anyone? Learn a New Skill This Winter!
Blog | by Krislyn Placide | December 11, 2012
A lot of people think knitting and crocheting are for older housewives, but it’s time to drop that stigma.
Aloe Blacc Bucks Trend of Hip Hop Opulence
Blog | by Amy Curtis | June 7, 2011
Blacc's new album, Good Things, has been climbing the charts. But "Mr. Frugal" is not your typical hip hop artist.
Beyond the Lion’s Den: Mapping a More Meaningful Family Holiday
Blog | by Shara Drew | October 12, 2017
New Dream's Shara Drew describes her quest to create a different kind of holiday tradition for her family—one that has nothing to do with "stuff."
Simplify the Holidays! Top 10 SoKind Gift Ideas
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | December 5, 2013
Simplify your holidays with our top 10 gift ideas for a SoKind holiday wishlist!
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.
Maryland Librarians Say "Yes!" to More Sharing
Blog | by Mary Murphy | July 16, 2014
New Dream's CommunityShare Workshop is helping lead the way for the Sharing Economy in Maryland.
Family, Food, and Climate: An Interview with Activist and Producer Laurie David
Blog | by Wendy Philleo | July 25, 2012
New Dream caught up with producer and environmental activist Laurie David to talk about her recent projects, including her popular book The Family Dinner.
Why the Toys You Choose Matter: 6 Tips for Combating Commercialism and Encouraging Creative Play
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | February 29, 2016
Choosing toys and accessories carefully for your children can help them grow up to become smart consumers.
Five Meaningful Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | April 28, 2016
It’s not always easy to come up with a meaningful gift to show our moms how much they mean to us. Here are five gift ideas they're sure to love.
In Defense of Screen-Free Week
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | March 25, 2016
Some have called it "unrealistic," but Screen-Free Week can serve as an important opportunity for families to kick-start new habits.