Alyson Ewald Interview
Posted on April 18, 2013 byAlyson Ewald, from FIC’s Board, participates in an interview addressing the question “Is Community Important?” More details here: http://simplequestionmovie.com/episode-2-one-simple-question-exploring-our-world-one-question-at-a-time/
Advertising Opportunities
Posted on April 18, 2013 byWould you like to appear in the Summer edition of Communities Magazine? Please respond here, email Ads@ic.org, or call 443-422-3741. And pass it on! 😉 Or you can go to this link for more details: https://communities.ic.org/ads/
At Manzanita Village Gaia’s Food Forest
Posted on April 15, 2013 byThe Integral Center, LLC Give Up Control
Posted on April 15, 2013 by“In a legally binding move, founders of The Integral Center, LLC have voluntarily relinquished their rights to control their company as owners. Instead they have ceded authority to a purpose-centered governance process called Holacracy, a model that distributes authority across the organization and gives primary power to the organization itself.” Read more: http://integralcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/IC-Holacracy-Legal-Ratification.pdf
“Hoop House” Glides Open & Closed
Posted on April 14, 2013 byVern Harris likes setting up hoop houses over his vegetable beds, but he doesn’t like the hassle of working under them. Most designs require lifting the plastic sides to get at the produce. So, Harris came up with hoops that glide on rails, making access as easy as pulling on two ropes. “Anybody who is even… Read More
Uses of Vinegar In Your Home
Posted on April 12, 2013 byA safe, cheap, and easy cleaner for all number of things! Here’s a list of cleaning tips for your home: http://thehomesteadsurvival.com/45-vinegar-home
Within Reach Screenings
Posted on April 11, 2013 byFollow Amanda’s incredible bicycle trip around the US to explore ways people are creating community and sustainability. Find a screening near you, or order a screening kit to inspire people where you live! http://test.withinreachmovie.com/seethefilm.php
FIC Board Meeting in Prescott, AZ Spring 2013
Posted on April 11, 2013 byThe wonderful folks at Manazita Village hosted the FIC for a productive 4 days of meetings on the future of the organization. more photos on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151632648808013.1073741826.213878248012&type=1
Women and Intentional Communities
Posted on April 11, 2013 byAn interesting article about women and intentional communities! http://www.more.com/home-not-alone
Modern Farmer on Facebook
Posted on April 10, 2013 byGet your Farm On with these helpful tips! https://www.facebook.com/ModernFarmerMedia
Within Reach Movie in Your Town
Posted on April 9, 2013 bySee the film: Earth Day Screening of Within Reach Movie In Your Town! www.withinreachmovie.com http://p0.vresp.com/GFDN5u
Impress Yourself
Posted on April 2, 2013 byEffects of Technology on Human Interaction
Posted on March 28, 2013 byArticle proving that face to face connection is qualitatively different, and literally more healthy, than digital connection. “To appreciate why this matters, here’s a quick anatomy lesson. Your brain is tied to your heart by your vagus nerve. Subtle variations in your heart rate reveal the strength of this brain-heart connection, and as such, heart-rate… Read More
Dan Pallotta: The way we think about charity is dead wrong
Posted on March 25, 2013 byPutting the non-profit sector, and what it takes to raise money for worthwhile causes, in a new light! …What do you think? http://www.ted.com/talks/dan_pallotta_the_way_we_think_about_charity_is_dead_wrong.html
Shade Tolerant Plants
Posted on March 25, 2013 byRead some more here: http://organicgardening.about.com/od/vegetablesherbs/a/shadeveggies.htm
Intergenerational Cohousing
Posted on March 18, 2013 byIntergenerational Cohousing Some may assume that if retirees are moving into a community or shared housing, it must consist only of other retirees. However, “some older adults are challenging that notion by choosing intergenerational cohousing, living side by side with people of all other ages, including singles, childless couples and families with children.” Read more… Read More
An Interview with Ira Wallace
Posted on March 7, 2013 byA community pioneer and activist shares her stories.
Achieving Affordability with Cohousing
Posted on March 7, 2013 by6 Comments
Cohousing is intrinsically an affordable model; here’s why and how.
Affording Communities
Posted on March 7, 2013 byTogether—but only together—we can afford to keep publishing Communities.
Making Lymeade
Posted on March 7, 2013 by2 Comments
Chronic illness presents challenges but also gifts of insight to a long-time communitarian.
Affordability: What It’s Good For
Posted on March 7, 2013 byAt Acorn, as in the larger world, the most important thing to be able to afford may be giving something away.
Creating a Community of Homesteaders
Posted on March 7, 2013 byA land trust with leaseholds keeps members’ costs down while allowing a combination of autonomy and connection.
Lessons from a Childhood in Maine
Posted on March 7, 2013 byIn rural Maine in the ’70s, community was everyday reality, and everyone needed help sometimes.
Affordability: Angst and Angels
Posted on March 7, 2013 by2 Comments
Kara Huntermoon of Heart-Culture Farm shares her community’s affordability strategies.
Self-Reliance, Right Livelihood, and Economic “Realities”
Posted on March 7, 2013 by2 Comments
Life in a small rural ecovillage can mean embracing complex choices while balancing idealism with necessity.
Within Reach is Ready!
Posted on March 6, 2013 byIt’s Ready for the World! The One-of-a-kind Film that Redefines Community. http://p0.vresp.com/8DVBNK #withinreachmovie
Michel Desgagnes
Posted on January 29, 2013 bySo sad to learn today of the death of Michel Desgagnes. We crossed paths many time with Michel, and always, he was kind, intelligent and cared deeply about this movement. He will be missed, and the Canadian sustainable communities scene just lost a good one. Rest well, brother.
Intentional Community
Posted on January 22, 2013 byWhat is an Intentional Community? Intentional Community is the radical notion that how we live ought to be based on our values. Strange that this is “radical” but the truth is, many people struggle to integrate their values into their daily lives, and intentional community provides a rare forum to be able to live, well…… Read More
Cycling toward Sustainable Community
Posted on December 7, 2012 by1 Comment
After 6,500 miles of pedaling and 100 community visits, a couple documents the promise of intentional community and cooperative living.
New Beginnings at Oakleigh Meadow Cohousing
Posted on December 7, 2012 byA forming cohousing group experiences its share of bumps, but comes together to move forward.
