The Tragedy of the Common(s)

The Tragedy of the Common(s)

>> Lee Herrin This past month, Spring Ridge Common(s), the “garden” at the corner of Chambers Street and Gladstone Avenue in Fernwood failed in its ambition to be an “edible urban oasis.” There is no doubt that edible plants abound at the site. However, these...
How do you get around Fernwood?

How do you get around Fernwood?

›› Kelsey Singbeil Whether you’re walking, cycling, skateboarding, bussing, or driving, Fernwood has most of your daily essentials (coffee, food, beer, childcare, haircuts, yoga, tattoos) within easy reach. I ride my bike or walk to the square to meet friends at the...
Out of School Care for Fernwood Kids

Out of School Care for Fernwood Kids

Starting in ­September 2014, Fernwood NRG will be providing an Out of School Care ­program for children from George Jay at the Fernwood Community Centre ›› Shonna Bell Fernwood NRG currently serves ­families with ­children from birth to five years old and we are happy...
A glace at Pigeonhole

A glace at Pigeonhole

›› Kathryn Juricic Resting on the outskirts of Fernwood is a new neighbourhood boutique home store, Pigeonhole. Holding ground at Stanley Avenue and Begbie Street, Pigeonhole offers beautiful items and furniture for your home. I spoke with Carey Salvador, shop owner,...
Thank you Fernwood!

Thank you Fernwood!

Fernwood Bites & ­FernFest were great this year. There are so many ­people we’d like to thank for helping to make the ­weekend ­fantastic! ›› Mila Czemerys & Kathryn Juricic This year, Fernwood NRG teamed up with Cook Culture and EAT Magazine to put on the 5th...