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Friday, May 3, 2013
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The only kinds of fights worth fighting are those you are going to lose, because somebody has to fight them and lose and lose and lose until someday, somebody who believes as you do wins. In order for somebody to win an important, major fight 100 years hence, a lot of other people have got to be willing – for the sheer fun and joy of it – to go right ahead and fight, knowing you’re going to lose. You mustn’t feel like a martyr. You’ve got to enjoy it. ~ I.F. Stone
Fri May 3 Clean Air Fair in Arena District 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Simply Living will have a table at the Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission’s Clean Air Fair. CD102.5 will have free ice cream, raffles, and a photo booth encouraging people to briefly share what they do at home and at work to improve air quality! For more information: www.cleanairfair.org Location: Arena District’s Batelle Plaza, 200 West Nationwide Blvd., 43215.
Sun May 5 Cinco de Mayo Festival @ Los Jalapeños 11 am – 9 pm
For food, fun, drinks, games, prizes, music, and more to go around! With some of the Columbus’ best vendors, this outdoor bash celebrating CINCO DE MAYO will be a day you never forget! Simply Living and the Think Columbus First campaign are helping to promote this exciting event. Join us! Location: Los Jalapenos Restaurant, 8134 E Broad St. Reynoldsburg. Facebook invite here.
Another world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day, I can hear her breathing. ~ Arundhati Roy
Weds May 8 Economics of Happiness Screened at the Simply Living Office 6:30 – 8:30 pm
‘Going local’ is a powerful strategy to help repair our fractured world – our ecosystems, our societies and ourselves. Far from the old institutions of power, people are starting to forge a very different future… the film features Vandana Shiva, Bill McKibben, David Korten, Michael Shuman, Juliet Schor, Richard Heinberg, Rob Hopkins, Andrew Simms, Zac Goldsmith, Samdhong Rinpoche! Don’t miss this one! Discussion to follow. Location:
Simply Living offices, 2350 Indianola, Columbus 43202. Contact Carol at fisherbaer@earthlink.net with any questions.
Fri May 10 Simply Living Social Explores “Dental Alternatives” in May 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Simply Living Business Member, Dental Alternatives of Worthington, is hosting this month’s Social at their Fluoride-Free, Mercury-Safe and Mercury-Free office. Dr. Richard & Patti DeLano will share with us about the practice of an environmentally-friendly dentist. We will learn why Simply Living members appreciate what this unique practice has to offer. It’s always “good green fun” at our monthly socials and a wonderful opportunity to meet, greet, and network with our eco-aware community. Join us, bring a friend and introduce them to our Simply Living community. More info contact Mary <maryc@simplyliving.org> or call Chuck at 354-6172.
Next month’s Social is June 14 with Tanya Collins, Midwife, at the Center for Humane Options In Childbirth Experience…
Sat May 11 Simply Living’s 20th Anniversary Gathering to Honor the Founders, Board Leaders 5 pm Doors Open; Potluck at 6 pm
Update! Children’s Program Features “Mr. Eric” Bring the kids for interactive fun and music led by Eric Ahlteen, local musician and singer songwriter (who plays an awesome harmonica too). PLUS, Eric Nassau, another talented local musician, will perform his music from 5 – 6 pm. We will hear from our founder, Marilyn Welker, and we will recognize our founding members and board leaders. Please bring a dish to share, your own tableware, your family and friends, and your spirit of celebration. And something NEW: Bring a fresh cut flower or two to decorate the tables! Requested donation is $10 per family to help cover non-food expenses. Doors open at 5 pm, and will provide some musical entertainment. Poluck begins at 6 pm. Location: Fellowship Hall of Maynard Ave. UMC, 2350 Indianola Ave., Columbus, 43202. Due to limited space and a crowd of 100+, we request that you RSVP by Tuesday, May 7 by calling 614-447-0296 or emailing hello@simplyliving.org.
“Survey says…” this just in from Mary Cunnyngham… [if you aren't getting Mary's monthly eblast, email her: Maryc@simplyliving.org]
In our special anniversary year, we are requesting your input. We encourage each member of your family to think about these questions, or fill them out over dinner tonight with your loved ones! Help us better understand how the mission of Simply Living lines up with your Values & Beliefs. We are also curious about your perception of what Simply Living does, and what Action & Support is needed to acheive our goals. Please respond to each of these surveys. Your feedback is important! We will be sharing preliminary responses at the Annual Meeting. These surveys are also in our latest Newsletter. You can view this edition now at our website by clicking here.
Fri May 17 Nonprofit Alert! 3rd Annual Cause Collaborative! 8:30 am – 5 pm, Happy Hour to follow
Join the Conversation! Fulcrum Creatives & Community Shares of Mid-Ohio are partnering on the third annual Cause Collaborative. This conversational event brings together experts and peers working in nonprofits in Columbus to share advice. Four conversational discussions on customer relations management software & database management, pathways to online giving & peer to peer fundraising, operational support funding & board development (panelists will be announced in a few weeks. Location: Seventh Son Brewery, 1101 North 4th St. Columbus, OH 43201. Tickets: Buy online $30. Happy hour starting at 5pm is free and open to the public. Help Promote.Tweets about ticket sales, event topics, or just your general enthusiam for our event (@causecollab). Share about our event on Facebook. Post on your LinkedIn profile. Print and hang fliers – download an 8.5 x 11 pdf here. Get a group together of 5 and get a group ticket discount.
Sat May 18 Green on the Green Festival in Worthington 9 am – 2 pm
Simply Living is a sponsor of Green on the Green – a free, one day, community festival providing visitors with a sampling of ways to “go green” including opportunities to buy re-purposed or recycled items, learning to appreciate native plants and animals, and educating folks on how to use less energy, produce less waste or adopt sustainable practices. Location: Downtown Worthington on SW and SE Village Greens. For more information: www.greenonthegreen.com.
Sun May 19 Care and Share Timebank Community Potluck 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Meet your CSTB Community, share a potluck dish, join CSTB (if you haven’t already), add requests and offers, brainstorm growing the CSTB, earn 2 time credits, participate in our SHARING TABLE – bring something you want to give away / take something you would like to have, stay afterward for an extended “Q&A” about, conducting time credit transactions and using hOurworld / Time and Talents, invite your friends who might be interested. Remember: they receive time credits if they join and post an offer and you receive time credits for recruiting them! Table Service available in case you do not bring your own. Call 614-560-1732 (Alice) if you would like additional information. Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church of Columbus, 93 W Weisheimer, Columbus, OH 43214 – Fellowship Hall.
Weds May 29 No Impact Man Featured at Simply Living Last Wednesday Film Night 6;30 doors open; 7 pm Film
“No Impact Man” – What does it really take? A newly self-proclaimed environmentalist who could no longer avoid pointing the finger at himself, Colin leaves behind his liberal complacency and vows to make as little environmental impact as possible for one year…no problem. That is, until his consumerist wife, Michelle, and their two year-old daughter are dragged into the fray. What began as one man’s environmental experiment quickly becomes an experiment in how much one family was willing to change. This is a free event, however donations are appreciated to help cover expenses. Location: Earth Block Building, Ohio State Fairgrounds, E. 17th Ave; near the I-71 exit at 17th; turn north to enter at the large blue pole supporting the sky ride. Contact Chuck Lynd <chuck.lynd@gmail.com> for detailed directions or call 354-6172.
Summer School Program Features Conflict Resolution, Outdoor Ed, Nature Based Activities & More
Simply Living member Tina Thonnings works half-time at the Indianola Children’s Center, which is hosting a Summer School Age Program for children completing Kindergarten, First and/or Second Grade. The Center has 2 slots left to fill. The program begins on Monday, June 3rd. The class size is small (limited to 12) and the children spend the summer in recreational, outdoor, peaceful conflict resolution, literacy and nature-based fun field trips and activities. Location: Indianola Children’s Center, 1970 Waldeck @ Iuka, Columbus 43201. For more information and to register, people can contact us at: indianolachildcenter@yahoo.com or 614-262-1090.
Now and then it’s good to pause in our pursuit of happiness and just be happy. ~ Guillaume Apollinaire
Big Green Head helps families, businesses, and communities take small “green” steps to create a healthier environment for people and planet. We offer education, inspiration, and green alternatives through community events, school programs, consultations, and a big green “can-do” attitude! Big Green Head sponsors the Green on the Green festival (see May 18 event) and numerous e-Waste recycling events. You can also sign up for their Big Green Head newsletter on their website. And best of all, their logo!
TED Talk of the Week: Allan Savory: How to fight desertification and reverse climate change
Can managing cattle and moving them on deteriorating grasslands to mimic what nature once did to create them SOLVE THE CLIMATE CHANGE CRISIS by sequestering excess carbon from the atmosphere? This is the claim being made… and Peter Byck, author and producer of “Carbon Nation” agrees and says it is the one approach that gives him hope. That’s a strong endorsement. Here’s the blurb: “Desertification is a fancy word for land that is turning to desert,” begins Allan Savory in this quietly powerful talk. And it’s happening to about two-thirds of the world’s grasslands, accelerating climate change and causing traditional grazing societies to descend into social chaos. Savory has devoted his life to stopping it. He now believes — and his work so far shows — that a surprising factor can protect grasslands and even reclaim degraded land that was once desert. Allan Savory works to promote holistic management in the grasslands of the world.
“Until you value yourself, you won’t value your time. Until you value your time, you won’t do anything with it.” ~ M. Scott Peck
Highlights and New Events this Week…
Join us to get a first look at the 2013 Pinchflat posters – and have the first chance to buy them! – as well as for food, drink, and conversation with artists. Thanks to Commonwealth Kitchen for providing food! This is a ticketed event. After the event you can feel free to stay for Fuse Factory’s Frequency Fridays event or stop by Paradise Garage, where we’ll be hanging the posters for Gallery Hop. $10. Tickets here. Location: Wild Goose Creative, 2491 Summit St, Columbus 43202; 614-859-WILD. See also March 4 Pinchflat event (free).
Fri May 3 Central Ohio Folk Festival at Battelle Darby Metro Park 6 – 10 pm
Sponsored by the Columbus Folk Music Society, this festival is always held on the first full weekend of May and is held at the Battelle-Darby Creek Metro Park. The festival features 30 or more mini-concerts and teaching workshops, with a main-stage concert Saturday evening. The workshops are for various traditional instruments, music and other folk arts. Kids activities available, vendors, and friendly atmosphere. Location: Battelle Darby Metro Park, 1775 Darby Creek Dr, Pleasant, OH 43119. See also Sat and Sun dates. More info including the full schedule for all three days here.
Fri May 3 The Center for Wholeness Open House 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Celebrate the opening of our new space at 4041 N. High Street, Clintonville. Join us for food, community, music, dance performances. There will be a drawing for free yoga classes, massage, gift certificates from local businesses. Refreshments provided by Smith’s Deli, Del Sroufe of the Wellness Forum, and Patty Cake Bakery. The Center for Wholeness is a non-profit organization supports wellness in communicated outreach through holistic arts, science and educational events. Location: 4041 N. High St., Cbus 43214. Fri May 3 “Understanding and Appreciating Folk Music” with Scott Alarik at 1st UU Church 7:30 p.m.
A public forum by Scott Alarik, author of “Revival: A Folk Music Novel,” a folk music critic and a folk musician. Pete Seeger has written that Scott Alarik is “one of the best writers in America.” Dar Williams has said, “Scott is the finest folk writer in the country. While Garrison Keiller has written: “I’ve rarely seen an audience in such a good mood as when Scott has just been there.” Scott Alarik will help the audience to understand and to
appreciate folk music within America today. If you would like to know more about folk music, this is the program you should attend. This forum is free and open to the broad Columbus community. Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd, Columbus OH 43214. Free admission.
Fri May 3 Bug Hounds Back at India Oak Grill in Clintonville 8:30 – 12 midnight
No cover. Come early to get a table and have a sub! Location: IndiaOak Grill, 590 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus, OH 43214 (just N of the intersection of East N. Broadway and Indianola Ave.) (614)261-9355.
Sat May 4 Market to Market Bicycle Adventure 8 am – 2 pm
Location: North Market Downtown to Hills Market in Worthington. Registration is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. The cost includes breakfast, a scoop of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream (at either location), an event t-shirt and a drawstring backpack filled with goodies and coupons from both locations with up to $50 worth of savings on Ohio foods. Breakfast will be served at both locations from 8 – 10 a.m. to allow for riders to eat and set out on the trail at their leisure. Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams will be available at both locations upon ride completion. Riders who arrive at the North Market will each receive a $10 token sponsored by Chipotle that is applicable towards the purchase of Farmers’ Market goods on Saturday, May 4 only. And more still! The Hills Market Downtown will play host to a Market to Market After Party on Saturday, May 4th from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Market to Market riders that present their Passport from the ride will receive special pricing on Hills Own Brats and Luna Burgers ($1 each). The free event will also feature $2 beers and live music. More info here.
Sat May 4 Central Ohio Folk Festival at Battelle Darby Metro Park 8:30 am – 9 pm
Sponsored by the Columbus Folk Music Society, this festival is always held on the first full weekend of May and is held at the Battelle-Darby Creek Metro Park. The festival features 30 or more mini-concerts and teaching workshops, with a main-stage concert Saturday evening. The workshops are for various traditional instruments, music and other folk arts. Kids activities available, vendors, and friendly atmosphere. Location: Battelle Darby Metro Park, 1775 Darby Creek Dr, Pleasant, OH 43119. See also Sun date-time. More info including the full schedule for all three days here.
Sat May 4 Historical Walking Tour of Hilliard 10 am – 1 pm
Docents lead groups of 25 or less through downtown Old Hilliard talking about the historical past of Hilliard including where the first bank robbery took place. Three of the buildings are on the National Registry. $6. Location: Meet at the Archival Library, 5274 Norwich St, Hillard. – More info here.
Sat May 4 “The Clouds Should Know Me By Now” Qi Gong Workshop 10 am – 6 pm
Coiling Silk Qi Gong – A workshop to elevate the spirit, unblock energy, and increase freedom of movement. Coiling silk or silk-reeling emphasizes movement that unlocks joints, creates spirals and the circular flow of vital force or qi throughout the entire body. Increase flexibility, agility, physical power, and freedom of movement without pain or strain. Decrease stress, tension, and improve the relaxation response. Includes a full set of more than 21 silk-reeling qigong exercises, Daoist meditations, and two styles of energy-building self massage and patting exercises. A special added experience for those interested will be a pre-athletic acupressure tune-up to be done with partners.This workshop is presented by Steven J. Rendina, LICDC, LMT who practices tuina Chinese medical massage and teaches qigong for healing to numerous recovery groups and classes in the Columbus area. The techniques are brought together from various teachers and disciplines including the renowned educator, Kenneth Cohen and will provide you with a very substantial experience of the benefits of qigong practice. Location: Shift Grandview 1520 W. 1st Avenue, Grandview Heights 43212. Cost: $90 ($75 for Simply Living members) Contact: srendina@gmail.com (614) 284-0100 <finetunehealthcare.com>.
Sat May 4 5th Annual Ecochic Craftacular at Whetstone Rec Center 10 am – 7 pm
This is a great time, featuring eco-friendly arts and crafts, performance, hands-on activities, community groups, food, fun and games! Location: Whetstone Recreation Center,3923 N. High St. Columbus OH 43214.
Sat May 4 Pinchflat Bicycle Inspired Poster Blowout at Wild Goose Creative 12 – 5 pm
Join us for the third annual Pinchflat Bike Poster Show! We’ll be featuring 30 new locally-designed posters, bike rides, music, food, printing demonstrations, and more. We’ll be collecting your cycling stories on an interactive wall of bike parts and giving you a chance to mark your favorite bike route on a map of Columbus. Pinchflat features limited-edition posters, inspired by bikes and cycling, designed by central Ohio artists, designers, and illustrators. These fresh posters will each be available for the super-affordable price of $30, so you can adorn your walls and celebrate bikes without breaking the bank! Location: Wild Goose Creative, 2491 Summit St, Columbus 43202; 614-859-WILD. Facebook invite here.
Sat May 4 In Spirit Ministries May Chant Features Jan Garrett & JD Martin at 1st UU Church 5 – 6 pm
Jan Garrett and JD Martin are coming to Columbus this weekend and bringing with them a powerful message: Love wins. This song title captures in a nutshell the message of truth and hope that comes through their music. Whatever challenges we face, whatever demons we battle, “love’s got our back.” Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and uplifted by Jan and JD’s music in person at the Chant this Saturday. Click below to listen to their beautiful “I Dreamed of Rain,” an award-winning favorite they’ll surely do when they come to town. Jan & JD Singing “I Dreamed of Rain” Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Road, Columbus OH 43214.
To love deeply in one direction makes us more loving in all others. ~ Anne-Sophie Swetchine
Sun May 5 Central Ohio Folk Festival at Battelle Darby Metro Park 9 am – 3 pm
Sponsored by the Columbus Folk Music Society, this festival is always held on the first full weekend of May and is held at the Battelle-Darby Creek Metro Park. The festival features 30 or more mini-concerts and teaching workshops, with a main-stage concert Saturday evening. The workshops are for various traditional instruments, music and other folk arts. Free. Location: Battelle Darby Metro Park, 1775 Darby Creek Dr, Pleasant, OH 43119. More info including the full schedule for all three days here.
Sun May 5 Downtown Powell St Market 9 am – 4 pm
Three Sundays a year, vendors line the streets of downtown Powell with antiques, collectibles, hand-made arts & crafts, edibles, specialty products, and so much more! Discover items from chic to unique while you peruse the Street Market vendor booths and downtown Powell establishments. You won’t want to miss this exciting family friendly shopping event! Free. Location: Downtown Powell OH 43065. More info here.
Sun May 5 Garrett-Martin at the Columbus Center for Spiritual Living 10:30 am
Jan Garrett and JD Martin (see May 4 Chant) will provide the message and music at the morning service of the Columbus Center for Spiritual Living (CCSL). Location: 2436 W. Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus 43235. For details and directions, see the Center’s website.
Sun May 5 North Market Artisan Sunday 12 – 5 pm
Columbus’ creative class of artisans and crafters converges on the farmers’ market every Sunday from May through October peddling their handmade wares. Free. Location: North Market, 59 Spruce St. Cbus 43215. Click here for a list of vendors.
Mon May 6 Motive Monday at Brothers Drake 6 – 11 pm
Every 1st Monday of the month, Brothers Drake hosts an innovative new event which combines elements of networking events along with live artist workshops & demonstrations, and places them in the relaxed atmosphere of the popular Short North nightlife spot.No cover. Location: Brothers Drake Meadery, 26 E. 5th Ave. Cbus 43201. Programming begins at 7:30 p.m. The May Motive will feature presentations from local inventor/ industrial designer Chris Hawker, improv troupe members Daniel Fox & Barbara Allen and photographer Genevi Schindehutte. Food by Polish Nose Pierogies. The May edition will also be the debut of the new host, Tim Fulton. Facebook invite and more info about the speakers here.
Tues May 7 Science Pub: Tales of a Corpse at the Shrunken Head 7 pm
A representative from the coroner’s office will come talk to us about the science of forensic pathology! The Columbus Science Pub, part of the global ‘Science Cafe’ movement (http://sciencecafes.org/), aims to present scientific issues of general interest to the public in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. No science background? No problem! Everyone is welcome and encouraged to be active in the discussion. Location: The Shrunken Head, 251 W. 5th Ave. Cbus 43215. Facebook invite here.
Living well and beautifully and justly are all one thing. ~ Socrates
Fri May 10 Yoga on High Wellness Retreat for Cancer Patients and Oncology Nurses 10 am – 5 pm
When the diagnosis is cancer, the effects go beyond the physical challenges to impact a person emotionally, spiritually, mentally and often financially. This retreat will provide a calming environment, as restful as it is invigorating, in which cancer patients and oncology nurses may experience the Urban Zen approach to holistic healing. Through this restorative day, the Yoga on High Foundation will give men and women a chance for respite, renewal and healing. While there is a charge for people who are able to pay, the Yoga on High Foundation will offer scholarships to anyone who needs a full or partial scholarship. Lunch is included. For more information, Contact Marcia Miller <marcia@yogaonhigh.com>or call 614-291-4444. Location: Yoga on High,1081 N. High St, Columbus, OH 43201. For additional details, cost, etc. visit here.
Fri-Sat May 10-11 Union County Master Gardener’s 5th Annual Spring Plant Sale in Marysville 4 – 7 pm Fri; 8 am – 2 pm Sat
Just in time for Mother’s Day Weekend. Featuring: Perennials, Hanging Baskets, Natives, Herbs, Ground Covers. Location: Plum and 4th Street parking lot in Marysville OH 43040.
Sat May 11 NEW- Growing Up to be a Wild One – Barbara Kay Velez Barbosa 10 am
Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian for this event. Columbus Wild Ones Members will be bringing plants, seeds and materials. Children and adults will be doing hands on activities. Please bring a small hand trowel and a pair of gloves. Activities: Propagating Native Plants and putting them into pots. Seeds will be taken home and seedlings transplanted plant into their flower beds. Sharing information on creating a Monarch Waystation and how to maintain it to attract butterflies. Children will also receive a FREE poster. Location: Innis House ( Inniswood Metro Park) 940 S. Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH 4308.
Sat May 11 RainFresh Harvests Offers Free Tour of Clean Energy Farm 10 am – 3 pm
You are invited to check out how we are using renewable energy to grow crops year-round at our greenhouses and get answers to your questions – no charge, it’s all free. See how Clean Energy is helping to grow crops year-round, off-the-grid, in a biointegrated greenhouse that is powered by renewable energy. You will be able to see solar photovoltaic panels (2.1 kW) and a wind turbine (1.0 kW) produce electricity, as well as a solar thermal system for heating. Also featured are aquaponics, worm composting and other sustainable agriculture practices. New this year are in-ground aquaponic fish tanks. Directions and more information may be found on our website www.rainfreshharvests.
Sat May 11 Como Yarden Plant Sale 11 am – 3 pm
Heirloom variety tomatoes, peppers, and basils lovingly raised by your local Clintonville yardeners. Grow your own wholesome, gourmet food from plants we selected for prolific yields, pest/disease resistance, and hardiness in our climate zone. (See our “Notes” link on our Facebook page for a list of what we are growing.) These plants are beautiful and healthy. All varieties are only $3/each. (Rain Date: May 12th) Location: Como Yarden, 268 W Como Ave Cbus 43202.
Sat May 11 Free Press 2nd Saturday Salon 6:30 pm – 12 Midnight
Join progressive friends for food, fun, drinks, music, art, socializing and networking. Location: 1021 E. Broad St., east side door, parking in rear. Contacts: <truth@freepress.org> or call 614-253-2571 .
Weds May 15 Buddhist Christian Mother Church (BCMC) Service 7 – 8:30 pm
The Buddhist Christian Mother Church is an opportunity for individuals, couples, friends, and families to come together in prayer, meditation, reflection, song, & joy in order to grow together spiritually and to support each other in our spiritual growth. It is a place where we blend Buddhism, Christianity, & Mother Earth Spirituality in order to water the beneficial seeds of compassion, understanding, presence, authenticity, & awareness. It is a space for us to meet our Blood Ancestors, our Spirit Ancestors, & our Land Ancestors. It is a church grounded in the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh & his Five Mindfulness Trainings, encouraging us to enter what another teacher has called “the pure awareness of nowness.” Upcoming Wednesday services are Wednesday, May 15 and May 29. During Sunday services doors open at 9:00 am. The Sunday service is from 9:30 – 11:30 with community hour following. The Spring Sunday schedule is Sunday April 21, May 5, May 19 and June 2. For more information and location please call Michael or Ali Malley at (614) 267-2177 or email <MichaeltheStoryteller@gmail.
Weds-Thurs May 15-16 Harmony Project Choir Spring Concert at Southern Theater 7:30 pm
Columbus’ 200-voice Harmony Project Choir will offer their “Peace, Love + Harmony” Spring Concert at the Southern Theatre. Under the dynamic direction of David Brown, this choir has a special energy to inspire, energize, and delight. Tickets are $25 or $50 and are available through CAPA (box office: 614-469-0939). Accompanying the choir will be the dynamic Harmony Band, including: Vernon Hairston, Dwight Bailey, Christopher Brown, Brandon Chapman, Reggie Jackson, Jim Masters, Bryan Olsheski, and Lee Savory. Location: Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St. Columbus 43215.
Thurs May 16 Sustainable Clintonville May Meeting at City Folks Farm Shop 6:45 – 8 pm
Please join us. Post your ideas for discussion and action on sustainable-clintonville@googlegroups.com. Not a member? Contact Suzanne Csejtey <suzanne@cedar-waxwing.com> if you would like to join the group. Location: City Folks Farm Shop, 4760 N. High St. in Clintonville (south of Morse Rd) 43214.
Fri May 17 RainFresh Harvests Offers Free Tour of Clean Energy Farm 2:30 – 4:30 pm
A second free tour this spring will be in coordination with Green Energy Ohio’s Spring Tour. This second tour will focus on the renewable energy systems.This spring marks 8 years of operation of the renewable energy systems. See how Clean Energy is helping to grow crops year-round, off-the-grid, in a biointegrated greenhouse that is powered by renewable energy. You will be able to see solar photovoltaic panels (2.1 kW) and a wind turbine (1.0 kW) produce electricity, as well as a solar thermal system for heating. Directions and more information may be found on our website www.rainfreshharvests.
Concerned about unsustainable energy production, e.g. fracking? Unsustainable food production, e.g. the use of genetically-modified seed? Want to know what you can do about it? Join us in Yellow Springs for The Democracy School, taught by the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund. Learn how more than 140 communities across the country – including Yellow Springs, Mansfield, and Broadview Heights – have elevated community rights over corporate privileges, asserting their rights to clean air, water, and a sustainable future through local law-making. Location: Unitarian Universalist Church on Route 68 approximately 2 miles south of Yellow Springs, Ohio. Teachers: Emelyn Lybarger and Chad Nicholson. Cost: $125 includes lunch & curriculum. Contact Dimi Reber, 937-767-1078 or dimireber@rocketmail.com. Click here to learn more. NOTE: Registration Deadline has passed; must call to see if seats still available.
Children have never been very good at listening to their elders, but they have never failed to imitate them. ~ James Baldwin
Tues June 4 Empathy Café Meetup at Compassionate Communication of Central Ohio 7 pm
This free 90-minute gathering, led by Gary Kopp (below) and Susanna Warren (left), is for people who wish to learn and practice deep listening, or “empathy,” as we see it in Compassionate Communication: A quality of presence that enables another person to feel deeply heard and seen. Location: Compassionate Communication of Central Ohio, 2350 Indianola Ave (inside Maynard Avenue United Methodist Church) Columbus, OH 43202. Learn more here.
Sun June 9 Columbus SOUP Community Dinner Funds Local Projects 4 – 7 pm
Columbus SOUP is a quarterly community dinner that will fund awesome projects with a local impact. Submissions are currently open for anyone who has a creative project that could use funding. SOUP grants are created from the night’s proceeds, so they can vary in amount depending on community participation in the dinner. The more attendees, the bigger the grant. Then, at the dinner, all proposals will be presented, and the group will vote to collectively decide which project to fund. At our first dinner we’ll have homemade soup (at least one vegan) and other delicious options provided by our sponsors. And Brothers Drake will be donating 10% of their drink proceeds to the night’s winner! Bring $7 cash for dinner & a vote. You can certainly give more, and it will all go toward the night’s grant. Go to ColumbusSOUP.org to RSVP or to learn more. Submissions are due May 31. Location: Brothers Drake, 26 E. 5th Ave. Cbus 43201.
Community Events and Bulletin BoardFrom Tania Sherry’s blog, Tania Explores Columbus! Hello! I’m so glad that farmers markets are finally starting back up! Columbus Underground compiled a great list of them here. If you’re really into farmers markets, you might also be interested in the OSU Food and Sustainability Conference coming up on May 31 (it’s free!). As you plan your weekend, keep in mind that a lot of downtown will be blocked off to cars for the Capital City Half Marathon on Saturday morning and that traffic will be crazy on Sunday because of OSU’s graduation ceremony (featuring Obama as commencement speaker). Tania publishes her blog every Wednesday and it is full of local events, including tabs for Standing Events and Columbus Happy Hour locations.
Activist Alert! Sun May 5 Pre-Graduation Rally to Tell Obama: No KXL Pipeline 10:30 – 11:30 am
OSU students are calling on community members to support them in telling the President to protect our future and reject the Keystone XL pipeline. At a rally before graduation there will be student and community speakers, and will be cheering on students as they walk into commencement. Will you join us? Location: St. John’s Arena on OSU’s campus. Co-organized by the Ohio Student Environmental Coalition and supported by CREDO, Sierra Club, and Friends of the Earth — together we’ll send an unavoidable message from the OSU community that we can’t afford Keystone XL. You just need to come fired up and ready to go — there will be signs and visuals already on hand.
Americorps JOB OPENINGS: Applications Due June 7
Rural Action Ohio Stream Restore Corps… Positions are available in Raccoon Creek, Sunday Creek, Monday Creek, Mud Run, Huff Run as well as Environmental Education, Zero Waste, and Buckeye Trails. Now accepting applications on the AmeriCorps website. Click here to see the posting on the AmeriCorps website.
CoGo Bike Share Launching in Columbus this Summer
CoGo Bike Share will be the name of the Columbus, Ohio bicycle sharing system scheduled to launch this summer in coordination with the selected contractor, Alta Bicycle Share. The City of Columbus congratulates Benjamin Coifman for submitting the winning name during an online contest hosted by the Columbus Recreation and Parks. “Officially naming our city’s bike share system is a fun milestone in a project that is progressing rapidly,” said Mayor Michael B. Coleman. “Station locations are being assessed, pricing structures are being calculated and, soon enough, program memberships will be on sale.” Coifman’s submission was selected from nearly 200 entries and he has been awarded a CoGo Bike Share Annual Membership. CoGo Bike Share will consist of a network of 300 bicycles and 30 stations located throughout downtown Columbus. The system enables users to purchase access and unlock bikes for short, quick trips. Bikes may be returned to any station within the network. Ongoing program support will be generated by sponsorships and membership sales. Bicycles will be black with the COGO and City of Columbus logos displayed on the frame. Red panels on the front basket and rear fender will be reserved to feature sponsor logos.
Home maker wanted… Older woman seeks woman to help with household tasks — shopping, dog walking, light housework, etc. in exchange for free room and use of a vehicle. If you know of anyone that could use an opportunity like this, please call Frank at 487-1111.
Explore the Adirondack Mountains with Mountain Ecologist & Naturalist Michael Gaige June 23-29
Many of us know about the amazing work of Nancy Stranahan (and Larry Henry) in preserving the “Arc of Appalachia” in southern Ohio. Our native Appalachian forest was once connected to the Adirondack Mountains in New York, the largest most intact temperate forest in the world! Nancy has organized an awesome opportunity for those lucky enough to make this ultimate field trip… as she put it, “When you love your home forest, you want to learn as much about it as you can. When your home forest covers thousands of square miles, the only way to grasp its breadth it is to travel.” Past courses of the “Appalachian Forest School” have traveled to the forest centers of the Ozarks, the Florida Panhandle, the Northern Appalachians, and the Boundary Waters. This summer we are heading to the Adirondacks on what we believe is our finest natural and cultural immersion yet in our pursuit to understand our native forest home. We will be exploring our nation’s most singular, improbable and successful conservation story. The 6-million-acre park hosts over 250,000 acres of old-growth forest, 2000 miles of hiking trails (the nation’s largest network), and 3000 lakes. Bears are common, moose are returning, and occasionally a wolf or a cougar pass through. This is arguably as wild as it gets in the East.
Now imagine yourself (or someone you know) In the field with Mountain Ecologist and Naturalist, Michael Gaige, delving into the ecological study of the Adirondacks eco-systems; including the northern hardwoods, boreal spruce-fir forests, and wetlands, including bogs and fens. What makes the Appalachian Forest School’s courses unique? We perceive the temperate forest of the Eastern United States in its entirety, as the ONE immense biome that it is. We offer holistic cross-disciplinary education. We teach big picture forest literacy. We spend all day, every day, outside. Our courses are not only hands-on learning experiences but are fun and adventuresome. Registration Includes: Full six days curriculum, excellent meals, and six night’s lodging at historic Great Camp Sagamore on Sagamore Lake. See a pic here. Registrations must be in by May 15! Space is limited. Sign up now! More Information & Registration here. Like us on Facebook for daily photos & updates: . Please spread the word about this unique opportunity!
I start with the premise that the function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers. ~ Ralph Nader
Portia’s Cafe Now Open!
You can read about it in this article in the Dispatch, titled “New Garden Spot in Clintonville.” Nice picture too! Portia’s Cafe hours are posted on her website: Tues-Sat 11a – 9p and Sunday 10 – 3. Closed Monday. Location: 4428 Indianola Ave. in Clintonville, south of Morse Rd and north of Cooke Rd. Keep up with the latest on Facebook.
Private Lessons in May with Dianne Kadonaga: Movement Efficiency, Ayurveda, or Living Foods Lifestyle
Dianne is offering private lessons in movement efficiency (honing the accuracy and efficiency of your movement by identifying patterns and easing them out), Ayurveda (learning your basic body / mind constitution and choosing food, activities, lifestyle specific to the individual to keep it balanced) or the Living Foods Lifestyle (raw, organic, soaked & sprouted, blended & dehydrated foods for optimal health and resilience). Scheduling lessons May 1 through 21, 2013. $70 per session. Times available: Weekdays: 11 am – 12 pm, 7:30 – 8:30 pm. Weekends 11 am – 4 pm (not available May 11, 18 or 19). Email diannekadonaga@gmail.com or call 404-603-6284 with your preferred dates and times. Lessons will be held in Clintonville – address will be provided upon lesson confirmation. Register here.
The Long Awaited Issue # 75 Of Naked Sunfish Is Finally Here! http://www.nakedsunfish.com/
From editor Rick Brown… In this issue there are not ONE … not TWO … But THREE!!! Non Fiction Theaters! There is the always wonderful artwork of Amy McCrory, C. Mehrl Bennett and Morris Jackson… Poetry by Dennis Toth, Elisa Phillips (Hopscotch!!) and Shawn Gaines (Vertical Odds) Onion City comics by Sue Olcott.. The visual poetry of Dr. John Bennett (Blank Sight) Haiku by Ted Kane (Pot Luck) And for the palate there is Mark Balson’s Fat Mule Eatery Review and a brand new recipe by resident Naked Sunfish Chef Jim Eaton (Food and Drink) Music picks! And in a la carte we are proud to have a non fiction story by special guest writer Jimmy Mak! AAAAAAAND…Theater reviews! Check it OUT!
NEW Living Local Website Launched by Think Columbus First Campaign!
It’s not just about shopping local and eating local anymore… connect with ALL aspects of becoming a “Localist” in central Ohio… easy to use tabs connect you with local independent movies, local brews, festivals, local biking and transit resources, how to move your money to local banks and credit unions, even ways to invest locally. Oh yes, local shopping and local food tabs are there too. And on the right hand column find local events in a convenient Google Calendar format – yes, many of our Community Update events are already posted there and more will be added. The blogs are right up front with sliders to show you the latest news and events. Subscribe to our E-Newsletter on the home page! Your feedback welcome – let us know what you think! Tell us what we should add. Contact Mayda Sanchez <Mayda@thinkcolumbusfirst.org>
The only creatures that are evolved enough to convey pure love are dogs and infants. ~ Johnny Depp
Sun May 5 First Sunday Free Admission to Wexner Center for the Arts 11 am – 8 pm
Admission is free on the first Sunday of every month. Location:1871 N. High St Cbus 43210.
First Monday at Clintonville Community Market Offers Extra 5% Discount to Members 8 am – 10 pm
Now is a good day to stock up! Discount applies to everything in the store except alcohol. Enjoy! Not a member? Membership options start as low as $20 so First Mondays are a good time to join and become an owner/member of the food co-op! Location: 200 Crestview Rd, Clintonville 43202. Member SBB; buy $25 of groceries and receive a coupon for a free small coffee or tea!
Forks Over Knives: the Cookbook and DVD Both Available Now at the Wellness Forum
We’re so lucky to have Chef Del right here in Columbus! First, he provides us all with fabulous plant-based meals so those of us who don’t have time to cook can eat like plant-based kings and queens. And, you can pick up an autographed copy of his new cookbook at The Wellness Forum. Just call ahead so Del can have a signed copy for you to pick up anytime we’re open. Del’s cookbook has been on the NY Times bestselling cookbooks list for 26 weeks now! You can also purchase Forks Over Knives DVD’s in the store. The DVD set includes not only the film, but also another DVD which has the original long interviews with the experts in the movie (including Dr. Pam). A great value for only $21.99! Location: Wellness Forum Foods, 510 E. Wilson Bridge Road, Suite G, Worthington, Ohio 43085. (614) 888-FOOD (3663).
Sierra Club Central Ohio Group newsletter (April-June, 2013) is available for viewing here. Lots of great articles including one about Simply Living’s Support Our Local Economy Coalition.
Earth Institute Conference “Cultivating a Community of Leaders” Held in Wisconsin July 18-21
The Northwest Earth Institute (NWEI) presents its biannual conference this year at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse. Ellen Baumgarten will be representing Simply Living and we would love for others to join her! What does it mean to be a leader in sustainability? How can we transform our personal networks into communities of change? Simply Living has presented Earth Institute courses for many years, “inspiring people to take responsibility for Earth.” NWEI was founded on the belief that the solution to many of the Earth’s biggest challenges lies in the power of collective change: by taking action in our own lives and inspiring the people around us, each of us contributes to a world of impact. Learn more here and check out the brochure here. Contact Ellen Baumgartner at ellenb28@earthlink.net for more information.
Gerry’s Garden CSA is open for new members! Gerry will be delivering on Wednesday evenings at the Clintonville Farmers Market. Or pick up your share at the farm, 7657 Feder Road, Galloway. Gerry’s Garden is chemical free and grown with sustainable methods. Fresh vegetables supplied from July through September. More info online here. Contact Gerry Hendey <gerryhendey@yahoo.com> or Call 614-853-0290.
Rich people march on Washington every day. ~ I. F. Stone
Transition/Reskilling Activities & Workshops
Simply Living’s Transition Hub Promotes Reskilling – i.e., learning traditional skills that our grandparents knew from gardening, canning, sewing, sharing, bartering, and living simply. DIY – Do It Yourself is the approach that appeals to many young people as we all realize that strengthening our skills is not only useful and enjoyable, but is increasingly necessary to prepare for potential instability in the food system, power outages and disasters related to climate change, economic recessions, etc. The following items in the Calendar relate to this important trend.
Sat May 4 Fiber Circle at Stratford Ecological Center 10 am – 1 pm
The 1st Saturday of every month. For anyone interested in fiber and all things fibery. If your interest is spinning, knitting, felting, weaving, crocheting, dyeing or any other fiber art, then please join our group. Bring your projects, wheels, looms and play for three hours as we share and learn from each other. Although this is a casual group we may have short study sessions to learn about a specific subject depending on the interest of the group members. The farm is a perfect setting to share your love and enthusiasm of fiber. All skill levels welcome! $10/year. Location: Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, OH 43015; <www.
Tues May 14 Herbal Study Group at Stratford Ecological Center 1 – 3 pm
Come together in a sharing circle to explore the many uses of wild and cultivated plants. Each month the group examines a different herbal topic and works together in the herb garden, tending, harvesting and learning from each other. This is a hands-on, participant-led group and a wonderful way to get more comfortable using herbs. $10/year – All skill levels welcome! Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month: 1pm – 3pm and the 4th Saturday of each month (holiday months on 3rd Saturday): 9am-11am. Location: Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, OH 43015;740-363-2548 ; <www.
Fri May24 Book Talks Focus on Agriculture, Nature, Homesteading at Stratford Ecological Center 6:30 – 8 pm
Join Librarian Liz Barker for an evening of thoughtful discussion of literary works on topics such as agriculture, nature, homesteading and much more. Come and share your thoughts. $10/yr. Meets 4th Fridays. Location: Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, OH 43015; <www.
Sun-Thurs May 26-30 Blue Rock Station Workshop on Building Shed/Cottage
If you’ve ever thought you’d like to learn the skills it takes to build a garden shed or a cottage out of re-used and re-purposed materials (tires, cans, bottles, straw bales and earth bags) then you’ll want to join us May 26 through 30 to learn how. You can register at www.bluerockstation.com. It’s a fun time of learning, making new friends and eating great food (camping and food included in the registration). Space is limited to 12 so sign up early. If you need to make a deposit and make payments then let us know – or if you’re looking for a scholarship and to trade something for part of the fee, we try to make it work, if we can. Location: Philo, OH south of Zanesville; Directions here.
Sat June 22 Farm to Fork Cooking Demos at Stratford Ecological Center 1 – 3 pm
Cooking with the Seasons – Nothing tastes better than eating locally grown, farm fresh ingredients. Join us for this series of cooking demonstrations as local chef Mark Zedella, The Duke of Fork, shows us creative and healthful ways to prepare vegetables, grains, and other foods. Each class will feature ingredients that are currently in season and available from our farm. Class Size: Min. 6-max. 24 – $30/person/class. Location: Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, OH 43015; <www.
Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow; it empties today of its strength. ~ Corrie Ten Boom
Recently Announced (see Calendar for Full Details)
Fri May 10 See You Thursday Improv at Wild Goose Creative 8 – 9:30 pm
Sun May 12 Too Many Cooks Features Chefs & Culinary Artistat Wild Goose Creative 7 – 8:30 pm
Weds May 15 Columbus Writers’ Network – A Linkedin Group 6 – 8 pm
Week at a Glance: Details in Community Calendar
Fri May 3 Clean Air Fair in Arena District 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Fri May 3 Pinchflat Bicycle Poster Preview Party at Wild Goose Creative 5 – 7:30 pm
Fri May 3 Central Ohio Folk Festival at Battelle Darby Metro Park 6 – 10 pm
Fri May 3 “Understanding and Appreciating Folk Music” with Scott Alarik at 1st UU Church 7:30 p.m.
Fri May 3 The Center for Wholeness Open House 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Fri May 3 Bug Hounds Back at India Oak Grill in Clintonville 8:30 – 12 midnight
Sat May 4 Market to Market Bicycle Adventure 8 am – 2 pm
Sat May 4 Central Ohio Folk Festival at Battelle Darby Metro Park 8:30 am – 9 pm
Sat May 4 Clintonville Farmers Market 9 am – 12 noon
Sat May 4 Worthington Farmers Market Features Chef Del Signing Forks Over Knives Cookbook 9 am – 12 noon
Sat May 4 Historical Walking Tour of Hilliard 10 am – 1 pm
Sat May 4 Fiber Circle at Stratford Ecological Center 10 am – 1 pm
Sat May 4 “The Clouds Should Know Me By Now” Qi Gong Workshop 10 am – 6 pm
Sat May 4 5th Annual Ecochic Craftacular at Whetstone Rec Center 10 am – 7 pm
Sat May 4 Pinchflat Bicycle Inspired Poster Blowout at Wild Goose Creative 12 – 5 pm
Sat May 4 The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party and Silent Art Auction 2 – 5 pm
Sat May 4 Gallery Hop in the Short North 4 – 10 pm
Sat May 4 In Spirit Ministries May Chant Features Jan Garrett & JD Martin at 1st UU Church 5 – 6 pm
Sat May 4 Big Scioty Contra Dancing at the First Congregational Church 7:30 – 11 pm
Sun May 5 Central Ohio Folk Festival at Battelle Darby Metro Park 9 am – 3 pm
Sun May 5 Downtown Powell St Market 9 am – 4 pm
Sun May 5 Buddhist Christian Mother Church (BCMC) Service 9:30 – 11 am
Sun May 5 Garrett-Martin at the Columbus Center for Spiritual Living 10:30 am
Sun May 5 Pre-Graduation Rally to Tell Obama: No KXL Pipeline 10:30 – 11:30 am
Sun May 5 First Sunday Free Admission to Wexner Center for the Arts 11 am – 8 pm
Sun May 5 Cinco de Mayo Festival @ Los Jalapeños 11 am – 9 pm
Sun May 5 North Market Artisan Sunday 12 – 5 pm
Sun May 5 Socrates Café Meeting at Panera Bread on Bethel Road 5 – 7 pm
Mon May 6 Motive Monday at Brothers Drake 6 – 11 pm
Tues May 7 Science Pub: Tales of a Corpse at the Shrunken Head 7 pm
Tues May 7 Free Laughter Yoga at Bexley Public Library 7 – 8 pm
Weds May 8 Economics of Happiness Screened at the Simply Living Office 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Thurs May 9, 16 Experiential Anatomy Series With Dianne Kadonaga 7:30 – 9 pm
I love these little people; and it is not a slight thing when they, who are so fresh from God, love us. ~ Charles Dickens
Interview of the Week: The Trouble with Stuff: A Conversation with Annie Leonard
Annie Leonard is one of the most articulate, effective champions of the commons today. Her webfilm The Story of Stuff has been seen more than 15 million times by viewers. She also adapted it into a book. Drawing on her experience investigating and organizing on environmental health and justice issues in more than 40 countries, Leonard says she’s “made it her life’s calling to blow the whistle on important issues plaguing our world.” She deploys hard facts, common sense, witty animation and an engaging “everywoman” role as narrator to probe complex problems such as the high costs of consumerism, the influence of corporate money in our democracy, and government budget priorities. This interview in On The Commons offers her keen insights into how to liberate ourselves from overconsumption.
Video Clip of the Week: The Price of Carbon (by Climate Reality Project)
This is an excellent clip to reinforce the the “Fossil Fuel Resistance” movement organized by Bill McKibben and the Do The Math tour at 350.org. It’s past time for a real conversation about carbon pollution, and how much we are already paying. The science is settled: We know that carbon pollution from dirty energy is disrupting our climate. We know that as a result, we have greatly increased our risk of disastrous dirty weather events like superstorms on the East Coast, droughts in the Midwest (PDF), record heat in Australia, and rising sea levels swallowing islands in the Bay of Bengal. We know what’s happening, and we know why. But when talk finally turns to solutions, we always hear the same refrain: We can’t afford to do anything about climate change. Here’s the reality, however: What we really can’t afford to do is nothing. Watch this short video and learn why! Thanks to Sheila Fox for recommending this video.
Odds & Ends / Community ResourcesSupport Our Local Economy (SOLE) is a coaltion of local business owners, Simply Living, SBB, ECDI, Local Matters, and Kemba. We support buying local, eating local, banking local, investing local, and more. Become a SOLE Mate! Join this movement to integrate local economics and local communities and neighborhoods!Contact: Chuck Lynd 614-354-6172 to get updates from SOLE’s Google Group.
Democracy Now! the award winning, independent radio program produced by Amy Goodman, is broadcast every week day from 5 – 6 pm on WCRS FM 98.3 and 102.1 PLUS if you miss it you can catch it Monday thru Thursday at 12 am midnight.
YOUR MONEY OR YOUR LIFE (YMOYL) is now available as a FREE Pre-Recorded Introduction to this “life changing” approach to money. You can participate ANYTIME you want via your computer. This introductory session was guided by Randall Loop. Randall has been Coaching others through YMOYL since 2006. You will learn about the history of YMOYL, hear a personal story, consider 9 Important Questions, explore the Fulfillment Curve-ENOUGH, reflect on 3 Magical Questions, identify the 9 Steps of the program, and learn about the Day Long Discussion Course, including time for Q&A. Instructions: Randall used the StartMeeting™ Computer Presenting and Sharing platform. CLICK HERE to go online, listen to the presentation and view the scrolling documents. (You may need to download and install some recommended programs. Once you are ready, fast forward 3 minutes to begin the session.) To Purchase a YMOYL book link to the Simply Livings/Online Store, other locations or get a loaner from a library.Contact: Randall <erloop@gmail.com> or call (614) 496-4595 with questions or for more information.
Simply Living Offers these Nationally Acclaimed Earth Institute Courses!
* Sustainable Systems at Work: A five-session discussion course for the workplace, designed to further organizational sustainability initiatives.
* Global Warming: Changing Co2urse: A four-session course exploring the history and science of global warming, personal values and habits as they relate to climate change, and personal actions to curb the effects of global warming.
* Choices for Sustainable Living: A seven-session course exploring the meaning of sustainable living and the ties between lifestyle choices and their impact on ecological systems.
* Menu For the Future: A six-session course exploring the connection between food and sustainability.
* Voluntary Simplicity: A five-session course addressing the distractions of modern society that keep us from caring for ourselves, our relationships, and the environment.
* Healthy Children – Healthy Planet : A seven-session course that discusses how the pervasive effects of advertising, media, and our consumer culture can influence a child’s view of the world.
* Discovering a Sense of Place: A seven-session course focusing on knowing and protecting our place.
* Reconnecting with Earth: A six-session course addressing core values and how they affect the way we view and treat the earth.
* A World of Health Connecting People, Place and Planet: A six-session course to explore the connection between human health and our environment.
Watch this video to to learn more about the discussion course format and the facilitation process.
Dare to commit to one of these awesome small group learning and authentic conversation events…or convene one in your workplace, church or home! Contact Ellen Baumgartner ellenb28@
Local Calendars… visit Think Columbus First to find links to local calendars and many local events in the Google Calendar format.
Local Movie Theaters!
Visit Think Columbus First to find links to local, independently owned movie theaters. Keep it local!
The highest reward for a person’s toil is not what they get for it, but what they become by it. ~ John Ruskin
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Yours for the Great Turning, from Empire to Earth Community…
Peace and Agape!
Chuck Lynd, Editor
“Sustainability is the final frontier.”
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