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It’s all about priorities

Fernwood NRG has had held two ­community meetings so far to ­discuss ­developing the properties we have acquired in the heart of Fernwood ­Village (see “More housing for Fernwood,” in the October 2013 Village Vibe). At both ­meetings there was an overwhelming amount of support for the project and we are grateful to all those […]

By |January 4th, 2014|Editorial, News|0 Comments

Herbal Healthcare in our Community

There was a time when each household had plant-based medicines on hand for simple, acute conditions, such as colds and flus. Medicines were sourced from kitchen spices, gardens, and local herbalists. Each household had someone with knowledge from previous generations about healthcare using simple remedies. What remains of this traditional household knowledge is very valuable […]

By |January 3rd, 2014|Buzz, News|0 Comments

The Giving Tree

Living Christmas trees restore local forest

›› Mark Dickerson

Christmas is coming! Many environmentally conscious people do not like the idea of using a cut Christmas tree. They would prefer to have a live Christmas tree that smells of the holidays.

A problem urban dwellers encounter is they have no place to plant the tree after Christmas. Those […]

By |December 6th, 2013|Buzz, News|1 Comment

garden gleanings: Fruit Trees 101

>> Margaret Hantiuk
Choosing your trees
Do research and buy from reputable ­nurseries. Pick trees that suit your locale, your needs and taste and finally, your site. Consider dwarf, semi-dwarf or full size fruit trees. Look for specimens that are healthy and varieties that are ­disease-resistant. A good nursery will carry the best cultivars for this area. […]

By |December 4th, 2013|Garden Gleanings, News, Village Vibe|0 Comments

george jay: Busy Fall

 

 

>> Kate Wallace

It certainly has been a busy fall at George Jay Elementary. Our annual ­Halloween Party was a blast—we had a phenomenal bake sale. Some great games were loaned from Central Baptist Church, Coast ­Capital’s Leadership Group also helped out, and the Vic High Dance Troupe entertained us. Thanks to our community supporters and […]

By |December 2nd, 2013|News|0 Comments

buzz: Good Food Drive

Good Food Box is ­collecting donations to feed Fernwood families in ­need
›› Micqualyn Waldie

 

Please consider donating to Give the Gift of Good Food, our holiday drive to ­provide fresh produce to ­families who might not otherwise have access to it. The great thing about this program is, instead of a ­one-time food hamper, it keeps […]

By |December 2nd, 2013|Buzz, Events, News|0 Comments

cover: Victoria VeloTech

More than high end road bikes
›› Kathryn Juricic

 

I didn’t know my life would change so much after I stumbled into ­Fernwood’s mysterious new bike shop, ­Victoria VeloTech. My pedal was squeaking, I just wanted it to be quiet! Chris, the shop owner and sole employee, was enchanted with my vintage French Gitane Mixte that may […]

By |December 1st, 2013|News|0 Comments