Through the permission of the Northwest Earth Institute, based in Portland, Oregon, Simply Living has formed the Eastern Heartland Earth Institute (EHEI) to offer courses on Voluntary Simplicity, Deep Ecology, Discovering a Sense of Place, Globalization and Its Critics, Choices for Sustainable Living, Healthy Children - Healthy Planet and Menu for the Future. The courses are stimulating and open-ended, creating a wonderful learning environment for participants. The Eastern Heartland Earth Institute offers these courses for workplaces, faith centers and homes in central Ohio.
Participants eagerly invited! If you want to participate in a discussion course or start a course in your church or workplace, contact 614/447-0296 or diana@simplyliving.org, giving your contact information and your course(s) interest. Here is a schedule of upcoming EHEI events!
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Spend some time with a lively, thoughtful group of persons committed to personal growth and more earth-friendly living! Earth Institute discussion courses provide an enjoyable, supportive setting in which to examine personal values and habits, engage in stimulating discussion, and make personal changes if desired. Since 1993, tens of thousands of individuals and hundreds of organizations nationally have been involved in these courses. Gather with a group of 8-12 people and share your questions, experiences, joys and concerns on the following topics. The introduction offers an opportunity to learn more about the course to decide if you want to take it. For more information, contact 447-0296 or diana@simplyliving.org. The only charge is the coursebook cost of $25.
Introducing the newest Earth Institute discussion course: Menu for the Future
Wed. May 7, 7:00 pm
Simply Living office, 2929 N. High St.
Learn about this six-session discussion course offering participants the opportunity to examine the effects of modern industrial agriculture on both human and ecological health, explore emerging food system alternatives, and consider how you can contribute to a more sustainable food supply.
Eastern Heartland Earth Institute Steering Committee Meeting
Wed May 28, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
2929 N. High St.
Join us to help initiate and organize these life-changing courses. Contact 343-0493 or ellenb28@earthlink.net.