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New little library in Fernwood

›› Lee Herrin

Neighbourhood book exchanges have been around Fernwood for a while. There’s one on Chambers, one on Camosun, and probably a few others I haven’t seen yet. However, what is undoubtedly the newest was installed in late April outside the Fernwood Community Centre. It was a gift to all Fernwoodians from Orca Book Publishers […]

By |June 22nd, 2015|Buzz|0 Comments

FernFest’s 20th Anniversary!

FernFest is packed with activities for all ages, June 19th & 20th

›› Kathryn Juricic

The 20th Annual FernFest is upon us, coming to life this summer solstice! Local bands, artisans, performers, businesses, artists, friends and family join us to help create a sense of ­wonder and shared celebration. This free event invites people of all ages […]

By |May 25th, 2015|Buzz, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Fernwood Bites 2015

Fernwood Neighbourhood Resource Group’s Annual Food & Drink tasting fundraiser. 

>> Kathryn Juricic

Fernwood Bites, Fernwood Neighbourhood Resource Group’s annual food and drink tasting fundraiser is back to delight with local tastes in Fernwood Square. We will transition the Square from a neighbourhood celebration into a delicious tasting event of the best that Victoria has to offer. […]

By |May 25th, 2015|Buzz, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Live Music at FernFest

Here are a few of the talented musicians who will be performing at FernFest

›› Mike Parolini

Masala

Founding member Chris Simons has lived in the Fernwood neighbourhood for seventeen years, so he knows what he’s talking about when he calls FernFest, “the best street party on the island”. It would certainly explain why Masala keeps coming back […]

By |May 25th, 2015|Buzz|0 Comments

AC/BC Angels Chopper Bicycle Club hit the streets of Fernwood

AC/BC is all about choppers, friends & supporting community

›› Shannon K. Auringer

FernFest is excited to welcome a new participant to the festivities this year: AC/BC Angels Chopper Bicycle Club. This unique non-profit organization will be bringing a variety of tricked out chopper style bicycles to showcase for the ‘hood. As some of these bikes have […]

By |May 22nd, 2015|Buzz|0 Comments

FernFest wants you!

FernFest is looking for musicians, volunteers, and artisans to be involved with our 20th anniversary festivities

›› Mila Czemerys

FernFest is our neighbourhood ­celebration of local music and arts held over the ­summer solstice, June 19th and 20th, 2015. Inspired by the incredible people and energy of Fernwood, FernFest brings live music, ­performances, food & beverages, artisan […]

By |April 6th, 2015|Buzz, Events, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Village Vibe: Looking back on 10 years

>> Lee Herrin

In June 2005, the Cornerstone ­Building was still boarded up and the George & Dragon (now the ­Fernwood Inn) was desolate through the day and night. There were businesses in Fernwood square, and the DB Market beside the pub, but ­everyone was ­struggling with few ­customers and not a lot of foot traffic. […]

By |April 1st, 2015|Buzz, Village Vibe|0 Comments