Forbes Hall – Fall Clean-up – Saturday, October 31st @ 9:00 am

After a busy summer and early fall, it's time to tidy up the grounds surrounding the hall and sports court.

What to bring: gloves, a rake, and your favourite gardening tools.

Outside jobs will be the tidying up of leaves and weeds, with some blackberry removal around the hall and sports court. There will also be some spreading of mulch and gravel and adding some new plants.

Indoors....window washing and dusting of high areas.

Join us in this wonderful way to connect with your community!

Hope to see you Saturday,

TICA Board

Sunday Church

The speaker this Sunday the 1st is David Banks.
More on the life of Jesus, various scriptures.

10 AM at the Community Hall, all are welcome.
Further info---Ernie 250-252-0144

The TIPA Online Auction Opens Saturday, October 31st

The Thetis Island Parents Association auction is packed with over $3,000 worth of goodies: B&B stays, gift cards, themed baskets, and handmade treasures from our talented local artisans.

All proceeds help fill the year with field trips and special activities for our Thetis Island Elementary students. Bidding opens tomorrow!

Take a peek at what's up for grabs, and please pass the link along to friends and family.

Auction link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/thetis-island-parents-associations-silent-auction

Happy bidding!

~ Thetis Island Parents Association

Thetis Pub Weekend Features

LUNCH- 

Classic Monte Cristo Sandwich. Ham and Swiss with Dijon on marble rye, dipped in egg and grilled. Served with a choice of sides

DINNER- 

Lamb shanks braised in a rich red wine tomato sauce. Served with root vegetables and smashed and fried russet potato

Come down and join us for a meal and a drink with friends!

Thetis Pub Staff

250-245-3464

Freezer Lamb Available

My friend on Pender has a couple of freezer lambs available this year. They are pasture and apple raised- yummy! And lovingly handled.

They will be processed at a government inspected facility and butchered at Berryman's. Price is $12.50/lb of hanging weight. They are cut, wrapped and frozen. Approximately 50 lbs each.

Please email Emily newwavefibre@gmail.com

Fuel Spill Reporting

The TIVFD was called to investigate a large fuel spill in Telegraph Harbour on Wednesday that stretched from marina to marina and included The Cut. Coast Guard, Dept. Of Fisheries, Environment Canada and Emergency Management Cowichan were contacted. 

The Coast Guard called back twice and wanted Thetis Islanders to know that they have a 24/7 line for reporting : 1-800-265-0237 or Marine Traffic Channel 16. Also, you can report marine pollution spills 24/7 to Emergency Management BC: 1-800-663-3456. 

All spills must be reported. 

For this incident, no origin was able to be identified conclusively and by early evening the slick had broken up and either dropped to the bottom of the harbour or washed ashore.

Thetis Island Fire Department

Soup’s On: Wednesday, October 28th

11:30 am until 1:00 pm

Gather Once Again at Forbes Hall for a very Thetis Island lunch!

Menu:

• Tomato Basil Soup made with Thetis Island tomatoes (vegetarian)
• Beef Hot Dogs - until they run out or
• Sliced Baguettes
• Assorted Baked Goodies
• Teas / Coffee

Suggested donation of $7 for soup, bread, treats and teas & coffee.

Soup’s On is entirely carried out by volunteers and, as one of the tasks is the program’s accounting, please do not pay with coins smaller than Loonies and Toonies, as all change must be counted and rolled.

For those who find large groups challenging, enjoy your lunch in this week’s designated quiet room, the Library.

Everyone is welcome to join us, seniors, seniors who don’t think they’re seniors, workers, families, and everyone who just wants a mid-day meal!

Menu remainders for take-out when available. Soup’s On also supports the Thetis Island Food Pantry.

Coupon Booklets of 10 for your convenience, $70.00

The Soup’s On Team.  

Hallowe’en at the Hall Saturday October 31st

• Party at the hall, 5:30 to 8:00 pm
• Cash bar - Local beer, wine and cider some non-alcoholic drinks available too.
• Hot dogs by donation
• DJ Aaron Malone will be setting the mood with tunes
• Everyone is encouraged to contribute to our pumpkin carving display.
• If you'd like to bring a plate of treats or snacks to share that’s appreciated.

And in the hall parking lot:

• First-ever Thetis Island Trunk or Treat! 6:00pm-6:30pm.
• Trunk hosts: set up by 5:45 pm - your trunk can be super simple, or you can go all out! (decorate your trunk, wear a costume, bring a jack-o-lantern) If you want inspiration, google ‘trunk or treat’
• Driveway will be closed 6:00 to 6:30pm, for the trunk or treat, please park on the road if arriving after 6 as the kiddos will be running around the parking lot collecting treats.
• After the trunk or treat, everyone heads inside for a costume parade and party.

Dress up and join the fun.

Questions? please contact:

Penelope Terry: penelopeannterry@gmail.com

or Davd Reay: davidreay@telus.net

Dangerous Goods

There will be Dangerous Goods this Thursday. Thetis only.

Cheers

Sharon

Free Apartment-sized 2-seater Couch

Structurally sound and cushions firm. Some wear visible on back pillows. Light beige and gold colour. 

Call 778-679-7343 if interested. 

Lynn Cummings at 206 Pilkey Point Rd

WETT Certification for Woodstove

Does anyone require a WETT Certification for your woodstove?

I have a company looking at coming out to Thetis the last week in November.

Please text me if you need this service and then the company will coordinate with you.

Marianne Noad 403 302 0525 text

St. Margaret's Cemetery Rain Garden Project Starts This Thursday

The long-awaited rain garden project at St. Margaret's Cemetery will begin this Thursday, October 29th, managed by Raincoast Earthworks. The project is expected to take a few weeks to complete.

Important Parking Notice:

Machinery on site: Trucks and large heavy machinery will be operating in the parking area.

Keep area clear: Please keep the parking lot entirely clear of vehicles starting Thursday and throughout the duration of the work.

Project Overview :

This project marks an important step in environmental stewardship and the expansion of natural burial areas. A 48m x 10m corridor along the northern border (shared with Capernwray Bible Centre) will be transformed using shallow depressions, rock, and native plants to naturally manage water runoff, reduce surface erosion, and remove invasive blackberries.

Posted by Sharon Moloney, on behalf of St. Margaret's Cemetery Board