>> Kathryn Juricic
I have always enjoyed volunteering, it makes me feel purposeful and part of something larger. Little did I know that it would help me get a job and connect me with some of my best friends. I started at Fernwood Neighbourhood Resource Group as a volunteer for FernFest five years ago, accepting Artisan Market Applications, and now I am a full-time staff member. More importantly, I have found my community.
Our aim is for FernFest to be a neighbourhood-music-and-arts-family-friendly festival. Basically we want to be as inclusive as possible, celebrating everything we have to offer – which turns out to be a lot!
We continue to organize this event because it brings our neighbourhood together, we get to hire local (super talented) musicians, offer space to creators, it gives a chance for the businesses in the neighbourhood to be visited by people who might have not otherwise strolled through, we have activities for children and bring interactive art to the neighbourhood. We believe that all of these things combined create a supportive environment for our neighbours to not only meet each other but interact with our organization and the greater purpose we serve in the community. Plus it’s fun.
That being said, FernFest could not happen without the time and energy of our volunteers, who not only keep the wheels turning but are a part integral to this community we are building. Thank you to the volunteers who have made this festival happen in the past. Can’t wait to meet the new faces who come out to help.
If you’re interested in joining our team, please sign up now! You can do so online at https://fernwoodnrg.ca/events-directory/fernfest/volunteer/ or fill out an application (available in the Cornerstone Café) and bring it to the Fernwood Community Centre.
