>> Rik Leaf
In the throes of an economic recession, Rik and Zara Leaf sold their house in Winnipeg, MB, and spent a year traveling around the world with their son Zion and daughter Riel. After all the countries and communities they visited, Rik and Zara chose Fernwood as their dream destination.
“Searching for a house that […]
Victoria High School, Vining Street Entrance
November 10th, 2011 at 10:15am
Vic High will be holding a Remembrance Day ceremony tomorrow to rededicate the row of red maples at the Vining Street entrance to the school to students and staff members who died in the First World War.
The row of maples in autumn of 1975. Courtesy of […]
Fernwood Mapping invites you to hear a talk by UVic Historian John Lutz:
Our Municipal election is coming up on November 19th, 2011. In Fernwood, you can vote between 8am and 8pm at George Jay Elementary School, 1118 Princess Street. These meetings are your chance to meet and ask questions to the candidates for Mayor and Council. Come learn more about the candidates, get informed and remember to […]
What: 2nd Annual Halloween Boogie
Where: Fernwood Square, 1284 Gladstone Ave
When: Monday October 31st 2011, 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Why: Why Not?
Free Family Fun
Hot Sauce Drinking Contest
Prize for Best Costume
THRILLER FLASH MOB! directed by choreographer Bradley McKnight
Apple Cider for all at the Cornerstone Cafe!
Thanks to Natalie from Stir it Up and Shahab from Darband Tea House for […]
Thanks to Brittany Staddon for sharing these beautiful photos and words about our neighbourhood. Check out her blog for more of her handy work.
‘Victoria is like therapy. Just being there, nestled near the water, in a quirky little neighbourhood with fascinating people, good food, and a ridiculous number of retirees. My favourite book of all […]
The Art of Building Community: Reflections on the Fernwood Pole Painting Project
‘Lee Herrin is the Executive Director of Fernwood Neighbourhood Resource Group which recently organized the Fernwood Pole Painting Project. The successful event saw over 300 neighbourhood residents turn out on a Saturday morning in May to paint more than 100 telephone and hydro poles […]