Spiritual Checklist 2

2. Arts and Leisure


A. Opportunities are available for community members to develop artistic talents (classes, apprenticeships, and support for individual artistic pursuits):

almost always (6)usually (4)sometimes (2)rarely (0)never (-2)

B. These opportunities include: Check as many as apply

painting (2)music (2)creative writing (2)pottery/sculpture (2)

theater/acting (2)dancing (2)textiles (2)folk crafts (2)

photography (2)other (1 point for each) - describe ____________________________________________

C. The extent to which the community values and encourages the development of local entertainers and entertainment:

great (6)somewhat (3)in small part (1)not at all (-1)

D. The extent to which community members have time for recreational and leisure activities (sports, hobbies, relaxation, etc.) is:

great (6)somewhat (3)in small part (1)not at all (-1)

E. There is group space available for art activities and events:

- indooryes (6)no (-1)

- outdooryes (4)no (-1)

F. Indicate the frequency of artistic events/celebrations in the community:
Check as many as apply

Daily (5) Weekly (3) Monthly (2)

Seasonally (2)Annually (1) Never (-5)

G. The design and appearance of the community demonstrates that the community values art, beauty and aesthetic quality:

clearly (6)somewhat (3)in small part (1)not at all (-1)

H. The extent to which the expression and experience of beauty (in - art, ceremonies, poetry, gardens, architecture,etc.) is a natural part of the community's way of life:

great (6)somewhat (3)in small part (1)not at all (-1)

Add up the numbers in parentheses behind each item above that you checked.

2. Arts and Leisure Total:_____

50+
 Indicates excellent progress toward sustainability
25-49
 Indicates a good start toward sustainability
0-24
 Indicates actions are needed to undertake sustainability


Spiritual Checklist 3
3. Spiritual Sustainability - rituals & celebrations; support for inner development & spiritual practices

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