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I Love Local Food! at Uvic

On Thursday, March 15th, the UVic Sustainability Projects (UVSP) will host the I Love Local Food event in front of the fountain on campus, between 10:00am-2:00pm. Set aside a few minutes from your day to sample FREE locally crafted tea and organic apples, and learn the facts about food security and waste management both on […]

By |March 1st, 2012|News|0 Comments

VintAgeous Vintage Fair!

A thrilling sale featuring all vintage and retro clothing, jewelry, accessories, records, decor & so much more! With over 35 unique stalls, and 1000’s of unique finds, there is definitely something for everyone! A treasure trove of 1920’s-1980’s one-of-a-kinds! Live music, roaming fashion shows and prizes!
 

When: Friday, March 2nd from 6:00pm-9:30pm & Saturday, March 3rd […]

By |March 1st, 2012|News|0 Comments

Neighbourhood Democracy

Undoubtedly, if you live in the city of Victoria, you have been hearing about the dismantling of the Johnson Street rail bridge. You probably remember the referendum our city had to decide the fate of that bridge in November 2010. Join us to hear a talk from a man who knows quite a lot about […]

By |February 27th, 2012|News|0 Comments

Come together and make it happen!

 

Fernwood University is proud to be presenting Roberta Martell, former Executive Director of Fernwood NRG and current Executive Director of the Nanaimo Family Life Association of BC.

She will speak about how to engage the dreams, resources, and talents of our neighbours and foster new links between them, as well as, how to take action in […]

By |February 20th, 2012|News|0 Comments

February 2012 Village Vibe

Your copy of the February 2012 Village Vibe is ready; read it here. It’s filled with lots of Fernwood news and views. Here is a sample of the great stories in this issue:

cover: Good Deeds & Good Health Go Hand in Hand at Fernwood Yoga Den

>> Lilian Sue

Ever noticed how yoga in many studios […]

By |February 10th, 2012|News|0 Comments

Bred in the Bone

From February 7th to March 5th, we are excited to be showing fascinating oil-on-panel pieces in Bred in the Bone by local artist, Kristina Campbell, in the Cornerstone Cafe.

You are invited to the opening for this show on Thursday, February 9th from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the Cornerstone Cafe.

 

 

Bred in the Bone

The latest series of paintings […]

By |February 7th, 2012|News|0 Comments

Fernwood Mapping Project

>> Margaret Hantiuk

The Fernwood Mapping Project is underway. We have a website linked up to UVic’s Community Mapping Center. Fernwoodians may either visit the site, or be actively involved in the mapping of our neighbourhood by setting up a username and password.

It’s easy: go to  www.mapping.uvic.ca/fernwood/  Add your favourite spots to our map! 

We also would like […]

By |February 1st, 2012|News|0 Comments