Great Playgrounds and Great Communities

“What makes a great playground?” is not unlike the question, “what makes a great community?” Among the joys of being a grandparent is spending time…
The Northern Lights and The Beloved Community

Building Community The Northern Lights never appeared. Still, we were both glad we made the drive. It was a Tuesday evening and on the evening…
Light, Darkness and a Path to Peace

Building Community Most of us have a complicated relationship with darkness and light. When I was a child, we loved playing flashlight tag on the…
Persistence

Building Community Prudence would suggest finding a comfortable chair in a comfortable spot, and let younger, healthier members shoulder the responsibility of hosting this event…
Hidden culture that shapes our lives

Building Community Tim Johnson – columnist It was just a single finger. We raised it when someone passed by on the country road in front…
Building Community: Tell Me More

“Tell me more.” Just three words. How hard can they be to say? “Tell me more.” It seems like they should slip off one’s tongue with…
Building an Antiracist Community Breathing the Same Air

Staying inside on a beautiful summer day because the air is unsafe to breathe is no small thing for those of us in the North Country…
Grandpa: An identity to celebrate

Building an Antiracist Community By Tim Johnson As we heard the joyous news that our grandson had been born, I knew I had no qualms or…
Transgender fear and white supremacy Culture

Building an Antiracist Community Transgender fear and white supremacy Culture The transition from Carl to Catherine unfolded slowly, one small step at a time. Sitting…