Creating a sustainable and compassionate community
Pin Oak Quercus palustris by Martin (Mort) Schmidt for Simply Living Pin Oak (Quercus palustris) is one of the two most common oaks from the red oak group in Central Ohio. Though less well regarded than the other common red oak, Northern Red Oak (Q. rubra), Pin Oak has its […]
Dear Friends of Simply Living, I’m writing today to share some personal news: I will be stepping down as Executive Director onDecember 14th. This was not an easy decision. Simply Living has been a meaningful part of my life for manyyears — especially over the past 3 1/2 years as […]
By Kris Keller “The people and programs associated with Simply Living have been an important part of our lives for over 25 years. We have been inspired and educated to be better parents, more effective communicators, a stronger couple, financially stable, and effective agents of change in our community.” – […]
Have you ever joined us for a Simply Living tour, workshop, film, or community event? If so, you’ve already experienced Simply Living Sustainable U (SLSU)! This member-led program is the heart of our community education work—bringing people together to learn, connect, and take action for sustainability, environmental justice, and a […]
The Central Ohio Bioregional Working Group got its start in June 2025 with a simple but powerful intention: to reconnect people with place. Bioregionalism isn’t a new idea, but lately it’s resurfaced as a hopeful, practical way to think about “living locally.” At Simply Living, we’ve always believed that our […]
Written By Angie Scheu for Simply Living The Central Ohio Bioregional Working Group was established in June 2025 with the encouragement and guidance of the Great Lake Erie Southern Shore Bioregion (GLESS). The Central Ohio Bioregional Working Group is a growing collaboration between local individuals and organizations, such as the […]
Every November, America Recycles Day reminds us that our choices matter — not only in what we buy, but also in what we throw away. One of the fastest-growing waste streams in the world is electronic waste, or e-waste — everything from outdated computers and broken gaming consoles to the […]
Mountain Ash, Rowan Sorbus spp. By Martin (Mort) Schmidt for Simply Living Mountain Ashes are a lovely little tree, especially when they bear their distinctive red-orange berries. The common name often used in Europe, “Rowan”, is derived from the Scandinavian word for “red”. But they aren’t ashes. Mountain Ashes (Sorbus spp.) are […]
Creating a compassionate and sustainable world through personal, community and cultural transformation.