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Weekly Community News Archives 2020-21
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“The Biggest Little Farm” is the March S.L. feature film!
The next installment of our Film Series, dedicated to bringing socially and environmentally relevant films to our community, is all set. On Saturday, March 23rd, we will showcase the inspiring documentary, The Biggest Little Farm, at the historic Studio 35 Cinema & Drafthouse. Event Details: About the Film: The Biggest […]
We’re Excited to Announce Our New Executive Director!
For more than thirty years, Simply Living has been a cornerstone in the Columbus community, fostering connections among individuals, families, and organizations through a variety of enriching activities. Similarly, our popular classes, workshops, events, film screenings, community newsletters, articles, have created a vibrant network where people come together to learn, […]
Learn Now: 7 Tips For Sustainable Disposal Of Holiday Waste
The holidays are a time for joy, celebration, and connection, but they can also leave behind a significant amount of waste. From gift wrapping to festive decorations, it’s easy for our celebrations to inadvertently harm the environment. Simply Living is passionate about making sustainable living accessible and straightforward for our […]
Embrace the Spirit of Giving this Giving Tuesday with Simply Living
As the holiday season approaches, we find ourselves immersed in a blur of shopping lists, festive decorations, and the anticipation of gatherings with loved ones. Amidst the hustle and bustle, it’s easy to get caught up in the cycle of spending. Yet, there’s a profound joy that comes from giving—a […]
November Tree (or Shrub, Rather) of the Month – Invasive Asian Honeysuckle
Two summers ago, my neighbor approached me about planting some arborvitae along the fence-line in the alley between our two garages. Initially, I expressed hesitation because there was already a bush there providing fairly dense privacy and blocking access to my fence, and therefore, my backyard. This was important to me because I have been the victim of at least three garage break-ins. I simply can’t afford to keep replacing my lawnmower over and over. But I admitted I did love arborvitae, and so I looked into this plant providing dense coverage. Lo and behold, it was Asian honeysuckle.
Interview with The Urban Farm Church
On July 15th, Simply Living is hosting a Garden Tour that will be focused on various community-oriented farms and gardens in the Linden area. The Garden Tour will start and end at the Urban Farm Church, located in North Linden, so I went there to learn about the Church and […]
Interview with The Compost Exchange
An interview with Ray Leard, Founder and Chief Composter Recently I had the opportunity to chat with Ray Leard, the founder and head composter of the Compost Exchange. The Compost Exchange is a local business that specializes in both residential and commercial composting. It was started by one guy – […]
Be the Change Weekly Community Update December 17, 2021
Online Solar PV Course Now Available This course is designed for those new to solar. Ideal for folks wishing to install a system on their home or business, understand what they are getting into if they wish to hire someone to install a system, or enter the rapidly growing PV […]
Be the Change Weekly Community Update December 10, 2021
Columbus Climate Action Plan Released GreenSpot will play a critical role in section 1.1 of the Plan: “Empowering a Community of Climate Leaders.” Over the next several months and years GreenSpot will work with residents, business leaders, academia, government, and nonprofits to increase climate change awareness, solutions, and making sure […]
