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.

Have a More Fun, Less Stuff Easter

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   March 22, 2017

Easter doesn't have to be yet another commercialized, excessive celebration. You can still participate in all the fun without the waste and stress. 

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.

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.

Simplify the Holidays

Campaigns   |   May 31, 2017

Challenge Toolkit: Reduce Waste

Custom Pages   |   March 19, 2018

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.

What Can a Satire from the 1950s Tell Us About Holiday Commercialism?

Blog   |   by Addison Del Mastro   |   December 10, 2014

Did a holiday short story from 1956 predict today's rampant commercialism?

Fostering Connection and Community Through Resilience Circles

Blog   |   by Luka Carfagna and Emilie Dubois   |   September 7, 2011

Two Boston graduate students are building community and increasing their personal security through participation in a local Resilience Circle.

Our Emerging Normal: Results from New Dream's COVID-19 Survey

Blog   |   June 10, 2020

In April, we asked our audience for thoughts and feedback on how the COVID-19 pandemic was informing what they prioritize and consume. The feedback was deeply insightful.