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Affordable, adorable kids clothing

>> Kathryn Juricic

There’s more behind the doors of Thistle and Wren than children’s consignment. While the walls are adorned with cute and affordable  clothes for your kiddos aged new born to twelve years old, it’s the community focus and exceptional skills of owner Candace Negm that offer the depth to her retail shop.

Candace is a […]

By |December 13th, 2016|Buzz, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Vegan Cooking Workshop – Sunday December 18, 12-2pm

Whole Food Plant Based Cooking Workshop

Recipes demonstrated will include Pumpkin Pie, Avocado Alfredo Sauce, Cashew Cheese Sauce, Sweet Potato Soup, Crispy Breaded Tofu, Miso Gravy and more.

Cost: $25, large buffet style lunch and recipe booklets are provided

Space is limited; payment in advance is required to reserve a spot. Register by December 14th by calling 250-381-1552 (ext […]

By |December 9th, 2016|Events|0 Comments

Jewelry and Gem Show – December 10, 2016

Jewelry and Gem show, gifts, toys, vintage, retro and more.

Where: Fernwood Community Centre | When: Saturday, December 10 from 10am to 4pm | Cost: $3, partial proceeds go to Fernwood NRG | Find the event of Facebook here

 

By |December 9th, 2016|Events|0 Comments

Would You Like to Buy a Match?

>> Erin Macklem

It’s the first day of rehearsal for the This Little Light, the Belfry Theatre’s brand new holiday family musical set right here in Fernwood Square.  Brad L’Écuyer, the composer and music director, is teaching students from the Canadian College of Performing Arts their songs and harmonies, and the hairs on the back of […]

By |December 5th, 2016|Buzz, Events, News|0 Comments

The Owl Designer Fair – December 2 & 3, 2016

Victoria’s most creative holiday fair is turning 10!!! All items are handmade or upcycled by local artists and designers. Live music and free craft workshops along with unique gifts make this show a must for anyone looking for some style in the Christmas shopping. There really is something for everyone at the Owl Designer Fair. You […]

By |November 29th, 2016|Events, News|0 Comments

15 ways to donate to The Gift of Good Food

>> Kathryn Juricic

The Gift of Good Food is no ordinary fundraiser — unless you regularly drink beer or do yoga or make holiday wreaths for charity.

The entire community is getting behind raising enough money to supply 200 local families with fresh fruits and vegetables for the entire year. That means there is a way for […]

By |November 22nd, 2016|Buzz, Events, News|0 Comments

Fernwood Lights: First Annual Winter Fundraiser – November 27, 2016, 4-6:30pm

Fernwood Lights, a fundraiser for Fernwood Neighbourhood Resource Group, will feature tastes, sips, performances and musical delights. This indoor and outdoor event presented by Fernwood NRG will surely light up your winter!

Ticket-holders will enjoy a small appetizer from neighbours at Stage Wine Bar, The Fernwood Inn, Cornerstone Café, Aubergine Specialty Foods, and Fernwood alumni Norte […]

By |November 10th, 2016|Buzz, Events, News|0 Comments