Creating a sustainable and compassionate community
Quercus virginiana By Martin (Mort) Schmidt for Simply Living I recently returned from a trip to the Southeastern U.S. and was enthralled with the majestic Live Oaks (Quercus virginiana), famous for their sweeping posture, great age, and incredible hardness. There are other live oaks, so-called because they retain their leaves […]
By Angie Scheu for Simply Living This week, fireworks will once again light up the night sky across the United States— but for many animals and sensitive humans, they sound like danger, not celebration. As we plan summer festivals, holidays, and moments of joy, more of us should ask: What […]
This past weekend, we were honored to host a special event about Bioregionalism. Kelly Clark (of the GLESS Bioregion in NE Ohio) led us through a rich discussion about what a bioregion is and how one might take shape here in Central Ohio. What emerged was a shared desire among […]
Savor the Season, Preserve the Wisdom By Angie Scheu Nestled just outside of Sunbury, Ohio, Simply Living Business Member Glass Rooster Cannery is a hidden gem that’s preserving more than just food—it’s preserving culture, tradition, and community. Founded by Jeannie Seabrook and Susie Schmidhammer, this unique space blends hands-on learning with deep-rooted values. A Practical […]
In honor of World Localization Day on June 21, Simply Living is proud to host the Explore Bioregionalism event—a celebration of place-based living and the regenerative power of local communities. We’re thrilled to welcome Kelly Clark as our featured speaker. Kelly is an educator, farmer, and passionate advocate for bioregionalism. […]
How Indigenous Wisdom and Bioregional Thinking Can Guide Us Home By Angie Scheu In our fast, screen-saturated world, we have grown disconnected from the very thing that gives us life: the land. Many of us don’t know the names of the trees around us (our volunteer Mort Schmidt writes a […]
By Simply Living & Central Ohio Women in the TradesJune 2, 2025 Course Schedule This summer, Simply Living and Central Ohio Women in the Trades (CoWIT) are thrilled to launch a hands-on, practical workshop series designed to help Central Ohioans weatherproof their homes, reduce energy costs, and build resilience in […]
In a time when people are craving deeper connection—to their food, their community, and the land—Simply Living Business Member Winchester Farm Exchange has emerged as a powerful response. What started as a farmstand during the pandemic has blossomed into a thriving indoor marketplace in downtown Canal Winchester, showcasing the very […]
Quaking Aspen, White Poplar, Popple Populus tremuloides by Martin (Mort) Schmidt for Simply Living Quaking Aspen isn’t especially tall, generally under 80 feet. But this diminutive tree might be the largest living organism, and it has the broadest range of any North American tree. Quaking Aspen (Populus tremuloides) has simple […]
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