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Gender-Bending on the Commune
Posted on March 28, 2014 byWhen a Twin Oaks member leads a tour, “co” must “address the dress” (when appropriate) and wear a shirt, whether or not participating in the collective menstrual calendar.
Who Builds the Houses?: Gender in Eco-Communities
Posted on March 17, 2014 by1 Comment
A researcher finds that men still dominate building in eco-communities, and offers strategies to empower women.
Gender: Is There a “There” There?
Posted on March 4, 2014 byThe intensity of community living can bring issues of gender, sexual identity, and gender relationships to the fore as nothing else does.
Gender Issues, #162 Contents
Posted on March 4, 2014 byCommunities #162 looks at gender, sexual identity, gender relationships, and much more.
Energy Efficiency in Cohousing
Posted on January 14, 2014 by1 Comment
Sustainability is embedded in community—even without a minus-$88-per-year electric bill.
Going For the Grid
Posted on January 14, 2014 byAfter three decades off-grid in Washington state, Walker Creek members decide on-grid living is more sustainable.
Community Makes Renewable Energy Work
Posted on January 14, 2014 byLiving Energy Farm embodies the promise of renewable energy used cooperatively.
Putting Our Lives on the Line
Posted on January 14, 2014 byJubilee Partners’ clothesline does more than dry clothes with solar power; it helps build community.
Climate Changes
Posted on January 14, 2014 byIntentional communities are in a unique position to respond to climate change.
Sustainability Is a Life Style Not a Solar Panel
Posted on January 14, 2014 byA 13-year-old indigenous environmental activist asks us to walk lightly and respect the Earth.
Burlington Cohousing’s Excellent Solar Adventures
Posted on January 14, 2014 byWhen community members want to place “private” panels on “public” roofs, don’t expect clear sailing.
Confessions of a Fallen Eco-Warrior
Posted on January 14, 2014 byA communitarian stops counting nanowatts, and starts counting blessings.
Strangely Warmed
Posted on January 14, 2014 byHome-scale geothermal in appropriate conditions promotes both community and energy savings.
Parenting in a Community of Friends
Posted on September 14, 2013 byLiving in an extended community family brings joy, challenge, and new worlds of possibility.
The Peace Bridge
Posted on September 14, 2013 byTamarack Institute and FIC invite all of us to share our conversations about community.
Community, Public School, and Culture Clash
Posted on September 14, 2013 byThe “public vs. home” debate brings lessons of moral relativism, humility, and tolerance for differing tastes.
Fair Play
Posted on September 14, 2013 bySpontaneous sharing and even-handedness erupt in Lost Valley’s young “tribe.”
Down at the Pond
Posted on September 14, 2013 byA child learns that it’s fine to be comfortable in her skin.
Wilderness Journeys Meet Cooperative Culture
Posted on September 14, 2013 byGroup-building activities and conflict management strategies help teen expeditions thrive.
Elders in Community
Posted on September 14, 2013 byTwo community founders offer ongoing lessons and inspiration.
Raising Superheroes
Posted on September 13, 2013 byCommunity brings cross-generational teamwork, learning, and many other benefits to both children and adults.
Esther and the Princess of the Fairies
Posted on September 13, 2013 byThanks to a magic borne of community, a five-year-old overcomes her fears.
D.C.’s ‘intentional communities’ put strangers in a house joined by core values
Posted on September 11, 2013 by“Laird Schaub, executive secretary of the Foundation for Intentional Community, said there’s been a boomlet in intentional living since about 2005. […] People “say there has been more alienation and… Read More
Twin Oaks Community Conference Schedule of Events
Posted on August 26, 2013 byExciting workshops on community topics, interesting tours, amazing meals, and plenty of other happenings at the annual Communities Conference in Virginia. It is this coming weekend starting Fri Aug 30th,… Read More
Solar Power in The U.S.
Posted on August 20, 2013 byThe energy that falls on the U.S. in one hour of noon summer sun is almost equal to total annual U.S. electricity demand: http://huff.to/148bu39
7 reasons to come to the Communities Conference instead of Burning Man
Posted on August 13, 2013 byTragically for some of us, the Communities Conference and Burning Man both happen over Labor Day weekend. Burning Man is a 50,000 person festival which happens in the middle of… Read More
Yoga Benefits
Posted on August 13, 2013 byScoutmob Pillows
Posted on August 5, 2013 bywho says a pillow is just about comfort? we hope that by sleeping on this pillow the words will seep into one’s head. thanks to Scoutmob for the inspiration. http://scoutmob.com/p/Start-Where-You-Are-Linen-Pillow-Cover
Northeast Regional Cohousing Summit
Posted on August 5, 2013 byWe’re Having a Cohousing Party and You’re Invited! Cohousing communities in the Northeast are gathering Sept 28-29 in Cambridge MA for a weekend of connection, camaraderie, and community. Registration for… Read More
