The Values of Shared Ownership

Posted on June 7, 2013 by

Shared ownership—including of real estate—has many practical benefits.


Sharing Community Wisdom

Posted on June 7, 2013 by
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Sharing, living close to the earth, honoring the cycles of life, and developing leadership and communication skills are essential parts of a healthy community experience.


Expressing Gratitude in Community

Posted on June 7, 2013 by

Communities and their members can change and drift apart, but the lessons and tools gained in community endure.


Seeking Community

Posted on June 7, 2013 by

The Tamarack Institute helps people talk and learn together about the possibilities of community.


Being Human

Posted on June 7, 2013 by

A veteran of Washington, DC’s Sojourners Community reflects on wisdom her group gleaned from Central Americans and from one another.


Wisdom from Within, Wisdom from Without

Posted on June 7, 2013 by
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Life in and out of community offers valuable lessons about governance, membership, vision, struggles, and deepening connections.


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Ecovillage Education Course

Posted on May 17, 2013 by

Just one month left to register! If you’ve been uncertain about whether to join us, now is the time is say, “YES!” Contact us so we can support you in… Read More

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Seed Saving Tips

Posted on May 16, 2013 by

Property For Sale

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

A dear friend on the Tri-communities scene in Rutledge, MO has just put her house on the market. Want to be a neighbor to Sandhill Farm, Red Earth Farms and… Read More


Inspiring Community Events in 2013

Posted on May 9, 2013 by

2013 Communities Events You Don’t Want to Miss: http://p0.vresp.com/4rBsDH #vr4smallbiz  


Most lives are lived by default

Posted on May 8, 2013 by

“By the sounds of it, it’s typical among human beings to feel like something huge is missing. The other thing is that they tend to be one of the same… Read More

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Growing Tomatoes

Posted on May 5, 2013 by

13 Do’s & Do Not’s of Growing Tomatoes: http://gardeningjones.com/blog/2013/05/05/dos-donts-of-growing-tomatoes/


Mora County Bans Oil and Gas Extraction

Posted on May 4, 2013 by

Monday the County Commission of Mora County, located in northeastern New Mexico, became the first county in the U.S. to pass an ordinance banning all oil and gas extraction. Drafted… Read More


A Walk in the Park to Beat Stress

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

Urban living gives you brain fatigue. It flat out makes your brain tired of constantly being alert and aware. And a walk in the park can go a long way… Read More


Grow Food, Not Lawns on Facebook

Posted on April 20, 2013 by

Excellent resource for ingenius gardening tips and quirky and inspiring philosophy about living closer to the dirt. https://www.facebook.com/GrowFoodNotLawns


The Ecology & Design of Home Scale Food Forests

Posted on April 19, 2013 by

Edible Forest Gardens.com is dedicated to offering inspiring and practical information on the vision, ecology, design, and stewardship of perennial polycultures of multipurpose plants in small-scale settings. Visit http://www.edibleforestgardens.com/


Alyson Ewald Interview

Posted on April 18, 2013 by

Alyson Ewald, from FIC’s Board, participates in an interview addressing the question “Is Community Important?” More details here: http://simplequestionmovie.com/episode-2-one-simple-question-exploring-our-world-one-question-at-a-time/  


Advertising Opportunities

Posted on April 18, 2013 by

Would you like to appear in the Summer edition of Communities Magazine? Please respond here, email Ads@ic.org, or call 443-422-3741. And pass it on! 😉   Or you can go… Read More



The Integral Center, LLC Give Up Control

Posted on April 15, 2013 by

“In a legally binding move, founders of The Integral Center, LLC have voluntarily relinquished their rights to control their company as owners. Instead they have ceded authority to a purpose-centered… Read More


“Hoop House” Glides Open & Closed

Posted on April 14, 2013 by

Vern Harris likes setting up hoop houses over his vegetable beds, but he doesn’t like the hassle of working under them. Most designs require lifting the plastic sides to get… Read More


Uses of Vinegar In Your Home

Posted on April 12, 2013 by

A safe, cheap, and easy cleaner for all number of things! Here’s a list of cleaning tips for your home: http://thehomesteadsurvival.com/45-vinegar-home


Within Reach Screenings

Posted on April 11, 2013 by

Follow Amanda’s incredible bicycle trip around the US to explore ways people are creating community and sustainability. Find a screening near you, or order a screening kit to inspire people… Read More


FIC Board Meeting in Prescott, AZ Spring 2013

Posted on April 11, 2013 by

The wonderful folks at Manazita Village hosted the FIC for a productive 4 days of meetings on the future of the organization.                more… Read More

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Women and Intentional Communities

Posted on April 11, 2013 by

An interesting article about women and intentional communities!   http://www.more.com/home-not-alone


Modern Farmer on Facebook

Posted on April 10, 2013 by

Get your Farm On with these helpful tips!  https://www.facebook.com/ModernFarmerMedia


Within Reach Movie in Your Town

Posted on April 9, 2013 by

See the film: Earth Day Screening of Within Reach Movie In Your Town! www.withinreachmovie.com http://p0.vresp.com/GFDN5u  


Impress Yourself

Posted on April 2, 2013 by
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