Reward Yourself with Time and Creativity in the New Year

Blog | by Wendy Philleo | December 19, 2011

A lot of people can’t stand New Year’s resolutions, but I enjoy thinking about all the possibilities when a fresh year lies ahead.

A Year of Buying Nothing New

Blog | by Julie Fathy | January 28, 2016

A Denver mom resolves to go debt-free by buying nothing new (aside from a few necessities) for a full year.

My Year of Buying Nothing New: 4-Month Update

Blog | by Julie Fathy | April 25, 2016

Colorado mom Julie Fathy has found joy in a different kind of life—one with less stuff.

New Dream Happenings: 2019 Year-End Update

Blog | November 21, 2019

The latest on organizational priorities, active programs, and strategic partnerships.

Art as Resolution

Blog | by Eleanor Cleverly | January 14, 2014

With the launch of a new year, consider making art your resolution.

To Succeed, the New Economy Needs the Left, Right, Center—and God

Blog | by Emilie Dubois | July 24, 2012

Who wouldn’t want to live in a place where warmer, gentler versions of economic exchange are the norm? But it's still a hard sell for America.

The Lost Art of Asking Ourselves

Blog | by Paula Abreu | July 20, 2012

Have we lost the habit of reflecting on whether our decisions make us happy, resonate with our values, and feed our souls?

Spreading the Sharing Message on MLK Day

Blog | by Mary Murphy | February 11, 2013

Through the "Me, We, New Dream" mural art project, students explored ways to share resources and reduce their carbon footprints.

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.

"Buying Nothing New" Isn't About Shopping, It's About Facing Our Deepest Values

Blog | by Anjuli Crocker | December 7, 2012

For AJ Crocker, a month-long attempt to "buy nothing new" became an unexpected exploration into her deepest motivations and values.

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.

GUIDE: Family Celebrations: A More Fun, Less Stuff Guide to Life's Joyful Events

Resources | by New Dream | November 1, 2017

Our newest guide provides inspiration and practical tips for you to plan special celebrations that reduce waste and expense, emphasize meaning over material goods, and strengthen relationships. With specific sections on: The Year-End Holidays, Birthday Parties, Baby Showers, and Community-Building Celebrations.

CARTOONS: Unbottle Water

Resources | April 12, 2017

This original cartoon series by New Dream shows just how problematic bottled water is. Share these on social media and urge others to #UnbottleWater!

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