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Local artists gearing up for art stroll

Fernwood Art Stroll, June 21 & 22, 2014, 11a.m. to 4p.m.

›› Laurie Hashizume

Several Fernwood artists are putting the finishing touches on new works and ­tidying their studios, preparing to ­welcome the public into their homes/studios ­during the annual Fernwood Art Stroll on June 21 and 22, 11a.m. to 4p.m. ­Visitors and residents are invited to explore ­Fernwood’s artistic […]

By |June 2nd, 2014|Events, News, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Fernwood Paint-off

FernFest is getting even artsier this year!

›› Kimberly Dean

Templed Mind and Fernwood NRG are presenting an art challenge open to all Fernwood residents: Fernwood Paint-off at ­FernFest 2014. Show us how Fernwood inspires you creatively!

For the Fernwood Paint-off, ­participants will receive a 6” by 6” wooden panel to paint or draw on. This event is […]

By |May 31st, 2014|Events, News, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Solar hot water explained

Learn about solar hot water at the Fernwood Community Centre, June 12 at 7p.m.

›› Ruben Anderson

Who wouldn’t love a nice, hot shower—basking in water heated by the sun’s energy? Well, CRD grant money could save you thousands of dollars on the solar hot water system you have dreamed of—all thanks to an expansion of the […]

By |May 31st, 2014|Buzz, Events, News, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Pandora Arts Collective

Where art and life ­collide, spirit blooms

›› Devorah Stone

Art and life are colliding in a group show, a community art event, and silent ­auction for the Pandora Arts Collective Society (PACS) during the annual Fernwood Art Stroll. Watch, support, and participate during our grand opening in the Little ­Fernwood Gallery at 1923 Fernwood Rd. on […]

By |May 31st, 2014|Events, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Looking for a good time? Volunteer at FernFest!

 

FernFest 2014 planning is officially underway! Every year, our neighbourhood celebration is made possible by many volunteers who generously donate their time. This year FernFest will be held on Friday and Saturday, June 20-21.

We are currently looking for volunteers interested in contributing to this exciting and unique festival. If youwant to get involved, take a […]

By |May 27th, 2014|Buzz, Events, News|0 Comments

Aboriginal Awareness Week – May 21-24, 2014

First introduced in 1992, with the purpose of increasing awareness of Aboriginal peoples within the federal public service, Aboriginal Awareness Week has largely focused on giving federal public servants an opportunity to learn more about the Métis, Inuit, and First Nation peoples. We are moving beyond this original mandate to provide meaningful events for the […]

By |May 21st, 2014|Events, News|0 Comments

FernFest Performer Applications – June 20 & 21, 2014

FernFest is coming. Do you want to play?

FernFest, our annual neighbourhood celebration, depends on mostly Victoria area bands with Fernwood connections (we do make exceptions) to celebrate our unique and funky neighbourhood. The festival is especially suited for developing local musicians and established musicians who want to contribute and expand their audience. We guarantee an incredible crowd and […]

By |April 29th, 2014|Buzz, Events, News|0 Comments