Creating a sustainable and compassionate community
By Lenn Black for Simply Living On October 23rd , 20 members of the Simply Living community took a Tour of the Rumpke Recycling Center on Joyce Avenue in Columbus. It started with a very informative slide presentation about the Rumpke program, in which there was a review of the […]
Discover how Columbus native Susan Weber designs sustainable, nature-inspired landscapes that connect people, plants, and place in Central Ohio. Meet Susan Weber For landscape designer Susan Weber, creating beautiful, sustainable landscapes isn’t just a profession. It’s a calling nurtured by her childhood experiences, family, nature, and a deep appreciation for […]
On Sunday, October 19th, 2025, Simply Living members, friends, and supporters gathered for our Fall Gathering and Fundraiser. This was a warm, welcoming celebration of the season filled with delicious food, meaningful conversations, and hands-on learning. The event ran from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM and brought together many longtime […]
By Angie Scheu for Simply Living Discover how the “local multiplier effect” boosts jobs and keeps wealth in Central Ohio — and explore Simply Living’s Local Sustainable Business Directory. Why Shopping Local Matters More Than You Think What if a simple change in your shopping habits could help create 5,000 […]
By Angie Scheu for Simply Living Catch up with Simply Living’s founding member Chuck Lynd — a lifelong advocate for local economies, sustainability, and the power of community to shape a just future. The Early Years Few people embody Simply Living’s mission as fully as Chuck Lynd — longtime board […]
Shagbark Hickory Carya ovata by Martin (Mort) Schmidt for Simply Living Everyone recognizes Shagbark Hickory – or so they think! This interesting and useful tree has a common look-alike. Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata), has five pinnately-compound leaflets, i.e., five blades that share a stem and are attached to it at […]
Creating a compassionate and sustainable world through personal, community and cultural transformation.