Ruth & Bob Ferguson

Long-time Thetis Island residents Ruth (96 yrs) and Bob (98 yrs) Ferguson died peacefully, together, on sunday, 30th April 2023 at Amica, Somerset House in Victoria BC.

They had known each other for 83 yrs and were happily married for almost 76 yrs!

Survived by their daughter Jane Phillips and son Michael (Doreen) and granddaughter Sarah.

Mom and Dad loved their 40 yrs on Thetis Is. whilst residing at the home they had built at #68 Pilkey Pt. Rd. Ruth was instrumental in starting the Quarterly, Senior suppers...now Soups On and Bob loved table tennis, his John Deer tractor and firing off his carbide Cannon ...for any occasion.

Memorial service in Chemainus and Internment at St. Margaret’s Cemetery, Thetis Island on a date to be determined.

Michael & Doreen Ferguson

From the Library

The library is open Monday from 10-1. 

New Materials:

Cleopatra’s Daughter by Michelle Moran. Historical fiction

Albatross by Terry Fallis. Fiction

Sailing Back in Time by Maria Coffey 971 history

Enjoy

I am still looking for Mindful of Murder by Susan Juby

Celine

Rain Stats: April 2023

April 2023: 83.7 mm

April 2022: 130.5 mm

Average April: 58.6 mm 

April 2023 YTD: 390.8 mm

April 2022 YTD: 471.2 mm

Average Year to Date: 426.6 mm

Keith Rush

New Rules for Posting to eSPOKES

In using the new program for eSPOKES, the team has discovered a fabulous feature…we are now able to schedule the time eSPOKES is emailed to all Subscribers. All announcements to be published must be sent to eSPOKES by 9:00 PM the evening prior to posting. This allows us to prepare eSPOKES the night before and schedule delivery the next morning. 

If there are emergencies…ferry sailings, lost pets, we will try to do a second posting during the day. 

We appreciate your cooperation as we can now sleep through the night!

Your eSPOKES Team

Thank You

Greetings

A big thanks to Thetis islanders for your continued and dedicated support of the 49thParallel (Chemainus) receipt program for Harvest house food bank towards the purchase of gift certificates. Harvest house supports Chemainus, Crofton, Thetis & Penelakut

I have confirmed that the program will continue with the Country Grocer. Please put your 49th and Country grocer receipts in the container located on the table by the post office boxes. Fred has also graciously allowed envelopes to be dropped in the mailbox to my box number 18-0

Thanks 

Anne-Marie

Humble Beginnings Explored

● When - Mondays 10-11AM

● Where - Community Hall Board Room

● Who - Those Seeking to Know More about Jesus & His Teachings

● What:

1. +-10min get to know your neighbour

2. +-30min "The Chosen" video series

3. +-20min Discussion Time

● Space is limited

Hosted by Greg & Pat Gall

Contact Greg

gnp.gall@gmail.com

Jollity Weekly Order Reminders

We are making the trip for bagels and True Grain bakery most weeks again now.

Please submit local dairy and baking requests via our order form by Monday at 5pm.

https://www.jollityfarm.ca/order-form

Our friends in Saanich might have some more fresh veggies to add to our market haul for this week, so stay tuned!

Grocery pick-up from Community Farm Store, Superstore and Country Grocer (formerly 49th) still available each week. If you aren't sure of how it works, please ask.

We haven't quite decided on the menu for this weekend, but for a little teaser, this is what we are thinking....

- Rhubarb Custard Bars (they were so popular last year, so better bring em back)

- Kale, Parsley or Kale/Cilantro & Pumpkin Seed Pesto

- Jolly Green Sauce (great as a salad dressing or dip)

With thanks,

Jollity Farmers

Thank You

Thank you to all who participated in our Knitting and crafting bee during fall winter and spring. It was a lot of fun, and a lovely way to enjoy each other’s company. We will resume the last Friday in September so hope to see you all then.

Also, a big thank you to our tea and cookie lady Gloria, who delighted us with many scrumptious delights each week. 

Cheers 

Helen

From the Library

My apologies. There was a mix-up Saturday, resulting in no Friend of the Library at the hall.
The library is open on Sunday from 1-4. Enjoy.

Celine

Dryer for Sale

Dryer For Sale, like new condition, works great.
$250 Or best offer

Ethan, 902-317-1804

TIID Public Information Session

The Thetis Island Improvement District manages the funds for the Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department. As chair of the Board of Trustees, I will be holding a public information session in the multi-purpose room at Forbes Hall on Saturday May 6th at 11 AM.  

This will be an informal session for those of you who might have questions on the role of the Improvement District and the ways in which we interact with the Fire Department.

Keith Rush 

Chair, Board of Trustees

Thetis Island Improvement District

Free is Good, Right?

Free: LG 42” TV  

Netflix, You Tube and Satellite Dish

Great picture. No longer using...

Link below for photo – simply shows what it looks like, and that it works.

Free: Old Thetis Island Desk 

This charming and useful desk has been on Thetis Island for over 100 years, originally from Hutch’s Cove Resort on Clam Bay. 

Needs a small repair (useable without).  Comes with a piece of Thetis Island maple to do the small repair.  

Size (max): 18” deep x 30” wide x 42” 

Bill 

billdickie48@gmail.com 

link to view Desk and TV photos: http://static1.1.sqspcdn.com/static/f/1330286/28590652/1682812642320/desk+photos.pdf?token=GF1Cn5fJvJEQPw5NKWhi2wJIWjE%3D