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Otsukimi : Bunny Moon Market – September 7, 2025

Welcome to another Otsukimi : Bunny Moon Market as we relish in the end of summer’s harvest with a festive celebration at the Fernwood Community Centre and Skate Park on Sunday SEPTEMBER 7th from 11-4pm.

 

Enter through the main doors on the street level to start your adventure through 2 LEVELS of the Fernwood Community Centre. Exploring  each Artist that we thoughtfully invited to create this colourful and diverse curated market. In the eye of the building you’ll see an open drop in workshop hosted by our friends TSUGI – HAGI. As you exit the gym you’ll spill out into the FOOD COURT in the Skate Park where you’ll be treated by a great gathering of Chefs, some have traveled as far away as Tofino to join us in this celebration of yummy foods! 

 

Local Made by Hand and the Fernwood Makers Party has teamed up to share this amazing line up of Artists. Each Artists has been working on special items that they will be dropping on this berry special day. 

 

Tsugi – Hagi will be hosting a family friendly lino stamping station with a limited edition print as well as their mending station.  Our friend Thomas will be DJ a high energy set from 11am – 2pm then from 2pm – 4pm Karaoke booth will be set up in-front of Hot Dog Hustlin’ for you to sing your heart out. The Woodland Charm will be hosting a Terrarium workshop in the Skate Park. Fun games, Photo Booth and even a Tamagotchi Club meet up! 

 

Join us SUNDAY September 7th 

11-4pm

1240 Gladstone Ave at the Fernwood Community Centre

 

There is a ramp inside for accessibility

10:40am Early entrance for accessibility and HS shoppers 

 

Adults $4 

Kids 12 and under FREE

 

Cats or tiny dogs in backpacks ok inside 

Dogs on leashes ok outside 

 

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FernFest is expanding!

Mila Czemerys

Join us at FernFest on Friday, June 13 & Saturday, June 14

You’re invited to FernFest 2025, Fernwood’s annual free, community-based festival of music, art, and celebration brought to you by Fernwood ­Neighbourhood House!

It’s all happening on Friday, June 13 from 5–10pm and Saturday, June 14 from 11:30am–10pm in Fernwood Square and beyond. Join the fun as we showcase local musicians and artists you may not have heard of—but are bound to love.

This year, FernFest is expanding with the launch of a brand-new stage: the Big Fernwood Stage, located behind Fernwood Neighbourhood House at 1240 Gladstone ­Avenue. With this exciting addition, we now feature three vibrant stages of performances and even more space for community celebration.

There is something for everyone at FernFest—live ­performances by over 40 musicians and performers; booths from 85+ local makers in our artisan market; non-profits; games; bouncy castle; art-making in the Field of Dreams; magic; food vendors and drinks; auction; workshops; wishing tree; and a whole bunch of your favourite neighbours and friends gathered together.

We are honoured to welcome the lək̓ʷəŋən Traditional Dancers on Friday at 5pm with a territorial welcome and culture share. We acknowledge that FernFest takes place on the homelands of the lək̓ʷəŋən-speaking peoples: Songhees and Esquimalt Nations, and W̱SÁNEĆ Nations.

FernFest reflects Fernwood NH’s Strategic Plan and vision: a neighbourhood where everyone experiences belonging, connection, joy, and acceptance.

You’ll hear artists like Pastel Blank, Garret T. Willie, Hank Pine, Paris Pick and the Pricks, Vic High RnB Band, Mariachi Sin Frontera, Devours, Zoubi and the Sea, and many more!

Be sure to check out our silent auction at airauctioneer.com/fernfest-2025-auction. Proceeds directly support Fernwood Neighbourhood House. Please walk, bike, or bus to the event—parking is very limited. A free bike valet will be available in the basketball court at Vic High off of Fernwood Road. Bring your water bottle and refill at our on-site water station. We welcome donations. This event is free—and your donations keep it going.

A huge thank you to the City of Victoria Festival Investment Grant and the Province of British Columbia for supporting FernFest. Thank you to our 2025 sponsors: The Zone @ 91.3, Belfry Theatre, Phillips Brewing and Malting Co., Garside Signs, Diversity Media, Fernwood Green Cannabis, Knotty By Nature, and more!

We are an inclusive event for all classes, cultures, genders, ages, and abilities. Everyone is welcome!

Find the full program guide at: fernwoodnrg.ca/fernfest/program. Happy FernFest!

 

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Spring Equinox Indigenous Market – March 26, 2022

Gilakas’dx’w’la,

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Good Food Feature: Closing the gaps

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You, the perfect candidate, love working to build a strong and just community. You are interested in fundraising, communications, and food security programming. You like working collaboratively in a team as well as independently. You enjoy communicating and engaging with our diverse community and partners. You are available for a 8-week full time work contract.

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