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Joys of wreath making

›› Kayla Siefried

Bringing aromatic coniferous boughs and branches into the home and hanging them on the outside of the home is a lovely way to bring cheer and beauty to the festive ­season. At a recent wreath ­making ­workshop at the Compost Education Centre, it was amazing to see what people created.

In the workshop, I […]

By |December 6th, 2023|Uncategorized|0 Comments

A WONDERHEADS Christmas Carol ­arrives at the Belfry

“Fantastic, in every sense of the word.” Cincinnati Enquirer

›› Mark Dusseault

Praised by the CBC as “Pure magic” and the Globe and Mail as “Powerful, surprising and moving,” acclaimed theatrical imagineers, the WONDERHEADS, are bringing their captivating holiday ­masterpiece, A WONDERHEADS Christmas Carol, to the Belfry from December 2 – 23, 2023.

Starring Kate Braidwood, Jessica ­Hickman, Sarah […]

By |December 6th, 2023|Uncategorized|0 Comments

The Gift of Good Food turns 10!

>> Nada Saad & Mila Czemerys

With the leaves changing and the days getting shorter, it’s time to announce that the Gift of Good Food fundraiser is back—this year marks one decade of this fundraiser.

In the past nine years, this program has supported over 1,500 families and raised around $850,000 towards fresh food for families.
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By |November 2nd, 2023|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Celebrating creativity at the Owl Designer Fair

>>Stephanie Keroack

November 18 & 19, 2023 at the Fernwood Community Centre

Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and craftsmanship at this year’s Owl Designer Fair, taking place on November 18 and 19. With 40 local talented vendors, free craft workshops, live music, and a delectable food truck, this event promises a weekend […]

By |October 20th, 2023|Uncategorized|0 Comments

A Community-Designed Mural Blooms

>> Emily Mahbobi

Nestled within the traditional territories of the Lekwungen-Speaking People, known today as the Esquimalt & Songhees Nations, the Fernwood Community Centre is a vital hub for the neighbourhood. As a cherished part of Fernwood Neighbourhood Resource Group (Fernwood NRG), the centre extends a warm embrace to community members of all ages, offering daycare […]

By |October 15th, 2023|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Welcome Fernwood NRG’s new Directors Rana & Aaren

>> Rana Battah

My name is Rana Battah, and I’m originally from Palestine, Lebanon, and Jordan. Since August 2019, I’ve had the privilege of living in the Lekwungen people’s homelands. I am delighted to present myself as the new Director of Community Programs at Fernwood NRG, where I will oversee the Family, Youth, and Seniors Programing.

I […]

By |October 12th, 2023|Uncategorized|0 Comments

VIDEA Fair Trade Fair

>> Andy Harris

 

VIDEA’s Winter Fair, previously the Fair Trade Fair, is BACK for another day of beautiful world crafts, fair trade and Indigenous goods, and catering from the amazing International Women’s Catering Coop.

Join us Saturday, November 25th, at the Fernwood Community Centre (1240 Gladstone Ave.). We’ll be there from 11am to 4pm! 

VIDEA’s Winter Fair will […]

By |October 11th, 2023|Uncategorized|0 Comments