Goldilocks, Cornucopias, and the American Diet

Blog   |   by Kim   |   October 29, 2009

Why I Took Up Biking Again as an Adult, and Never Looked Back

Blog   |   by Krislyn Placide   |   May 25, 2012

National Bike Month may be nearly over, but there’s no better time to jump on your bike than the present.

Top 5 Eco-Friendly Public Sculptures

Blog   |   by Sarah Baird   |   August 13, 2013

Across the United States, 2013 has been a major year for public art installations with a larger mission.

10 Alternative Gift Ideas for Father’s Day

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   June 8, 2016

Alternative gift ideas for Father's Day that are green, family-friendly, and local (because we all know dad doesn't need another necktie).

Leading by Example: Lessons Learned from the Eugene CommunityShare Workshop

Blog   |   by Anna Awimbo   |   July 11, 2014

Oregon is full of people bringing their communities to life through the Sharing Economy.

Determined to Thrive: A Family Pilgrimage

Blog   |   by April Roggio   |   April 26, 2015

What happens when you stuff 6 kids into a 1976 Travco RV & make plans for a cross-country voyage to discover America? This family will soon find out.

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.

7 Fun Ways to Bring More Meaning to Valentine’s Day

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   February 12, 2014

Looking for a way to move beyond candy hearts? Check out our seven ways to make Valentine's Day more meaningful.

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.

Living the Dream: Montana Homesteader Ashley Browning

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   June 17, 2013

Ashley Browning and her family recently relocated to a farm in Montana, where they aim to live a life focused on production, rather than consumption.

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.

5 Simple Steps to Start Your Nature-Based Playgroup

Blog   |   by Shara Drew   |   June 6, 2018

Regular play opportunities in nature help to develop a greater sense of place, wonder, and connection to the planet we all call home. 

The Gift of Connecting with the Past

Blog   |   by Moira Silva   |   December 7, 2018

New Dreamer Moira Silva shares the experience of creating a truly meaningful gift for her family: the gift of interviewing her great aunt.

How We Started a Holiday Share Faire to Build Local Resilience and Create Community

Blog   |   by Rani Jayakumar   |   November 17, 2017

Learn how one California group is boosting local resilience and strengthening community ties by sharing stuff, skills, memories, and stories.

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.