Video + TV
Follow the Dirt Road: A film, a ghost story and more
Posted on May 22, 2019 by2 Comments
Back in 1989, a long-haired, tie-dyed PhD candidate and a swimsuit model & guest video jockey for MTV set out in a VW camper van to interview and document 40… Read More
Best Films for Inspiration🌱🌎🤸🏾♀️
Posted on March 19, 2019 byFrom urban cohousing to rural commune, journey throughout European ecovillages or bicycle across the United States. Get started on these documentary films today for the BEST inspiration on creating sustainable… Read More
Streaming Community Videos!
Posted on February 8, 2019 byWatch This! More people are tuning in to learn about intentional communities, and discovering FIC as a resource to connect to the movement. FIC first launched a Youtube Channel to share a… Read More
3 Neighboring Communities host 300+ People!
Posted on January 23, 2019 byWhat if we shared more meals? Not to mention all of the hours planning, shopping, preparing, and cleaning up for meals! What if we shared more tasks? And how about… Read More
Planet Community – Episode 3 – Enright Ridge Urban Ecovillage
Posted on December 31, 2018 byWe have to transform our cities! Over 50% of the world’s population lives in urban areas, and it’s only increasing. Models for sustainable, equitable, urban community must be developed. In… Read More
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What it Takes to Create Community Connection
Posted on December 3, 2018 byCommon Conceptions of Community How can we create community connection — including more support, belonging, smiles, and growth — in our lives? Bianca Heyming gave a TED talk based on… Read More
Planet Community – Episode 2 – Student Housing Cooperatives
Posted on November 19, 2018 byWhat is it like to live in a Student Housing Cooperative? Quite different than a typical student dorm experience, a Student Housing Cooperative is more like “the University of Life!”… Read More
Road Update #3 – Planet Community Midwest Tour
Posted on September 29, 2018 byPlanet Community Midwest Tour Update #3 from the Filmmakers Here is another report from the road from filmmakers Aaron Murphy and Rae Machado of Skillly Media on their journey to film Planet… Read More
Road Update #2 – Planet Community Midwest Tour
Posted on September 26, 2018 byPlanet Community Midwest Tour Personal Update #2 from the Road The following are reports from the road provided by filmmakers Aaron Murphy and Rae Machado of Skillly Media as they film the… Read More
Road Update #1 – Planet Community Midwest Tour
Posted on September 24, 2018 by1 Comment
Planet Community Midwest Tour A Personal Update from the Road The following content and images were provided by filmmakers Aaron Murphy and Rae Machado of Skillly Media while on their quest… Read More
Planet Community – Episode 1: Dancing Rabbit
Posted on September 17, 2018 byEnjoy the very first episode of Planet Community! This episode is focused on Dancing Rabbit, in Rutledge, Missouri, which you can learn more about here: https://www.ic.org/directory/dancing-rabbit-ecovillage/ Read more about the series,… Read More
Filed Under: Community Profile, Video + TV
Press Release – Pilot Episode and Campaign Released
Posted on July 18, 2018 byRenewable Energy World and over 130 other online news outlets picked up the press release, as follows: Pilot Episode and Campaign Released for ‘Planet Community’ – Web Series That Features… Read More
Filed Under: All Blog Posts, Alternative Building + Energy, News Articles, Sustainability, Video + TV
French Documentary “Tomorrow” Explores Transition Projects All Over the World
Posted on February 9, 2017 byA new documentary made by a French filmmaking duo takes a look at transition projects in Europe and all over the world. Cyril Dion and Melanie Laurent set out to find… Read More
MTV Features Intentional Community on “True Life: I’m Joining A Commune”
Posted on January 19, 2017 byA recent episode of MTV’s “True Life” features two stories about community living. In one, 23-year-old Took Edalow attempts to start a commune with several friends on Staten Island. Another… Read More
Which stage is your tribe?
Posted on March 17, 2015 byWhich stage is your tribe? It turns out that by listening to the way people speak to each other in working and social groups one can tell a great deal… Read More
Filed Under: All Blog Posts, Cooperative Economics, Governance + Group Dynamics, Happiness, Video + TV
the Landfill Harmonic Orchestra
Posted on May 28, 2013 byAlyson Ewald Interview
Posted on April 18, 2013 byAlyson 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/
Within Reach Screenings
Posted on April 11, 2013 byFollow 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
Within Reach Movie in Your Town
Posted on April 9, 2013 bySee the film: Earth Day Screening of Within Reach Movie In Your Town! www.withinreachmovie.com http://p0.vresp.com/GFDN5u
Dan Pallotta: The way we think about charity is dead wrong
Posted on March 25, 2013 byPutting the non-profit sector, and what it takes to raise money for worthwhile causes, in a new light! …What do you think? http://www.ted.com/talks/dan_pallotta_the_way_we_think_about_charity_is_dead_wrong.html
Within Reach is Ready!
Posted on March 6, 2013 byIt’s Ready for the World! The One-of-a-kind Film that Redefines Community. http://p0.vresp.com/8DVBNK #withinreachmovie
LA Ecovillage Video on Yes! Magazine Website
Posted on August 15, 2010 byYes! Magazine has a video of Los Angeles Ecovillage on their website. Los Angeles’ Eco-Village from Streetfilms on Vimeo. “Urban ecovillages work with surrounding neighborhoods and the city at large… Read More
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BBC News Looks at Co-housing
Posted on June 4, 2010 byIn this video, the BBC‘s David Sillito checks out the co-housing movement, talking to members of a community in Dorset, England. Watch the video here.
Twin Oaks on CNN!
Posted on April 22, 2010 byIn this video produced by CNN, members of the Twin Oaks community in Louisa VA describe their goals and daily experiences, and demonstrate their shared commitment to sustainability. Check out… Read More
Preparing for UN conference on climate change, international bloggers are focused on community
Posted on September 30, 2009 byShort videos of Dyssekilde Ecovillage were created by participants in THINK2 Climate Change, a 3-month international blogging competition organized by the European Journalism Centre, focused on the upcoming United Nations… Read More
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Cohousing and Peak Oil Video on Peak Moment TV
Posted on September 15, 2008 byPeak Moment TV has a 30 minute video on cohousing featuring Bellingham Cohousing in Bellingham, WA.
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Preserving Farmland in Pennsylvania
Posted on July 12, 2008 byThe CBS News television affiliate in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, WHP-TV, reports on the green features of Hundredfold Farm, a new co-housing development in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The television spot is more in-depth,… Read More
Russian Religious Commune on ABC News
Posted on June 26, 2008 by3 Comments
ABC News’ Nightline did a 10 minute spot on a 5,000 person Russian commune of followers of Vissarion, a spiritual leader who claims to be the second coming of Jesus… Read More
Cohousing and Bikes Help Make Davis, CA a ‘Friendly City’
Posted on June 3, 2008 byThe NBC Today show did a feature on the top 5 friendliest cities in the country and Davis, California made the list in part due to being the home of… Read More
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Community News Round Up
Posted on May 2, 2008 byA lot of news about communities comes my way and its hard to pick and choose what to highlight on Community Buzz. Today, nothing stood out so I figured I’d… Read More