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Love in the Time of Coronavirus
Blog | by Dyaami | March 23, 2020
In the time of coronavirus, we may find that we have a lot more to give to others when we give love to ourselves.
Now Is the Time to Invest in Our Health and Communities
Blog | by Esther Clark | March 24, 2020
How a personal experience led the author to advocate for immune-system health and community vitality to combat COVID-19.
How Does Your Pothole Garden Grow?
Blog | by Jennifer Prediger | May 29, 2012
"Pothole gardener” Steve Wheem is part installation artist, graffiti artist, and miniaturist.
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).
Your Lawn: Where the Wild Things Are?
Blog | by Kim | September 1, 2009
WEBINAR: How to Start a Seed Library
Webinars | March 11, 2013
Imagine if your public library didn't just check out books — but also packets of seeds. Watch this webinar recording to learn how to start a seed library!
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.
Food, Pleasure and Science
Blog | by Kim | December 30, 2008
Our 35 Favorite Gifts on SoKind Registry
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | July 16, 2017
At SoKind, you can register for anything you can imagine. Here are some of our favorite quirky and creative gift ideas from users.
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.
Thirsting for Green: The Color and Poetry of the Environmental Movement
Blog | by Kim | June 24, 2009
Ideas Worth Spreading: Be Inspired by TED
Blog | by Amy Curtis | July 13, 2011
These 10 video presentations provide hope, inspiration, and knowledge that although people can damage the Earth, they also have the potential to save it.
Helping Communities Think Systemically: An Interview with Eleanor Sterling
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | January 19, 2012
Sterling talks about the need for “big-picture” thinking to address the world’s most pressing environmental and conservation challenges.
Being the Change: Silver Spring Time Bank Is Open for Business
Blog | by Jonathan Bernstein | January 22, 2015
A new time bank is working to kickstart the sharing movement in Silver Spring, Maryland.