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Mom’s the Word: Talkin’ Turkey

The Moms tackle Christmas

›› Mark Dusseault

It started as a lark and transformed into an international success.

Thirty-one years ago, six new mothers—once glamorous actors, now exhausted mothers with ten children under six between them, started a writing group. Every Saturday morning, they would share their stories about motherhood.

They talked, they laughed, they whined, they complained, and […]

By |December 10th, 2024|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Fernwood Photovoice: A visual conversation with our community

›› Christian Caicedo

The Fernwood Photovoice ­Project is growing and providing a unique platform for community members to express themselves through photography and storytelling. Rooted in Fernwood’s rich artistic spirit—spanning music, theatre, painting, and mural painting—this initiative combines both photography and storytelling as a tools for social change and community engagement.

At its core, Photovoice is a […]

By |December 10th, 2024|Artist's Aside|0 Comments

Coastal Bead Collective and Friends Holiday Market – December 14, 2024

Visit us at the Fernwood Community Centre on December 14, 3-8pm

›› Brandi Lancaster

Coastal Bead Collective is dedicated to uplifting Indigenous artists from various territories across Turtle Island and that is how came up with hosting an Indigenous Holiday market. We’ve been fortunate to make friends from many territories and of various mediums in the art […]

By |December 10th, 2024|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Meet the community leaders ­behind Fernwood ­Neighbourhood House: Our volunteer Board of Directors

›› Chantille Viaud

At Fernwood Neighbourhood House, we believe in the power of community-led change. Guiding our efforts is a ­passionate volunteer Board of Directors, each bringing diverse skills, lived experiences, and deep connections to Fernwood. Their leadership ensures we remain true to our mission: fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable neighbourhood.

Our Board works alongside staff […]

By |December 10th, 2024|Editorial, Faces of Fernwood|0 Comments

Volunteer with The Gift of Good Food

The Gift of Good Food Holiday Fundraiser is happening now and we’d love your involvement! The fundraiser runs from November 18 – December 31, 2024. Our campaign runs online, coupled with grassroots organizing, teams fundraising, and local business support. Our goal is to raise $150,000 to  ensure dignified, consistent food access for those who need […]

By |November 19th, 2024|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Winter Bazaar 2024 – November 29 to Dec 1, Gorge Park Pavilion

November 29: 5-9pm (Tickets for Sip & Shop here)
November 30: 10-5pm
December  1 : 10-5pm
1070 Tillicum Rd. at the Gorge Park Pavilion 
 
Welcome to the gorgeous new LEEDS building amidst the Japanese Gardens at the Gorge Park Pavilion as we fill two levels with 110+ Artists & Makers. 
 
We thoughtfully invited brilliant artists that focus their passions on handcrafted […]

By |November 12th, 2024|Uncategorized|0 Comments

The Gift of Good Food fundraiser brings joy and nourishment to neighbours

>> Mila Czemerys

At Fernwood Neighborhood House and the Good Food Box, we know that joy and connection often happen around food. Meals aren’t just nourishment—they’re moments of laughter, shared stories, and the warmth of community.

The Gift of Good Food annual fundraiser kicks off for another year this Monday, November 18 until midnight on December 31, […]

By |November 12th, 2024|Uncategorized|0 Comments