Volunteer Needed: TICA & TIVFD Garbage & Recycling Haul

The Thetis Island Community Association and Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department are looking for someone to regularly take the garbage, returnables and recycling from Forbes Hall and the Firehall on Mission Rd.  The main two volunteers that have been removing it during the past years are ending that part of their contribution to the build of Forbes Hall, and for one, the Fire Hall, as well.

Bi-weekly pick-ups will work, and you will be contacted if an extra haul is needed.
Thank you to Ron Bannister and Bill Dickie for all the work they have done.

Please contact Ann Dickie at 250-246-4079 or info@forbeshall.ca

Irrigation Hoses - a well-used selection, all free

Black poly, 1 1/2”, 90 feet in four pieces
Black poly, 1 1/4”, 270 feet in seven pieces
Black poly, 3/4”, 80 feet in two pieces

Red rubber hose, 1”, 65 feet

Reinforced hose, 1 1/4”, 180 feet

Two inline valves and stainless hose clamps included.
Please text Peter at 604 727 0380

Penelakut Tribe - March for the Children

Hi Thetis Islanders, 

Heads up that Penelakut Tribe has invited us to participate on the unceded territory of the Penelakut People on their 2nd annual “March for the Children”  which will be taking place on Aug 1, 2022. The march starts at the Salish Market/Chemainus Ferry Terminal. In the Village of Sunuwnets also known as Chemainus. 

Starting time: 0830h

Please wear your Orange T-shirts, bring a hat & water if it hot. Please contact me if you have questions.

See you there. 

Doug Fenton
250.804.6480

Penelakut Tribe's March for the Children - August 2, 2021 - Photo Don Bodger

Library

The library will be open today from 10 to 1

Friends of the Library

No Yoga Today

Hello Thetis Islanders and friends, 

So sorry unable to teach today, hoping to be back to it on Tuesday, will let you know via espokes, thank you,

love
Karen
kareneroff@gmail.com

ThINC - Nature House Events Today Saturday, July 23 + ThINC t-shirts for sale!

10:00 am start: Glass Sponge Reefs with Sheila Byers at the Nature House The Portal, 254 North Cove Road (all ages)

Discovered in 1987, Glass Sponge Reefs are an incredibly rare ecosystem, they are only found in BC and Alaska! Marine Biologist, Sheila Byers, is an expert in the ecology and conservation of these reefs and is here to talk about the uniqueness of these ecosystems. There will be colouring pages and displays of the sponges as well.

We also now have ThINC t-shirts! Featuring a wonderful design by Thetis Islander, Keya White, the t-shirts come in navy blue, white, and grey. Come see our tent at the Howling Wolf Market for more info and orders!

Lost Camera

Hello fellow islanders, my daughter has misplaced her digital camera.  It is a blue Lumix camera, last seen at the school end of year celebration at the community hall.  

If you’ve seen it please contact Andrea Gall at 250-210-1785

Bake Sale Reminder

A reminder that the Bake Sale is happening next Saturday, July 30th and we are looking for goodies to sell. You can drop them off on Saturday, 8:30-9:30 a.m.  I will also be helping with setup on Friday morning and could take contributions then if you can’t get there on Saturday. Anything you think would sell is welcome; bread, scones, cookies, cakes, squares,  granola, you name it. Call or email me if you have any questions

Liz Forseth  250-210-8886 or forseth@shaw.ca

Roadside Mowing

Emcon has assured that a second roadside mowing should take place within the next 5 days.

Please watch for pedestrians, especially at blind corners.

Thanks,
Stu Downey
TIRRA Transportation Chair
250 246-3311

FireSmart BC Safety Message

Warmer weather predicted for next week. While we are still in Moderate Fire Hazard Rating, this weekend would be a good time to mow & trim any long grass near your home and anywhere on your property. 

In the event of a wildfire, embers can be blown downwind and easily ignite dry leaves, cones, and grass. Make sure that you clear a minimum of 10 metres around your home and any outbuildings. 

Now is the time to take action. You won’t have time to get prepared once fire is at your doorstep. Learn more at 
https://firesmartbc.ca/

SPU Team (Structure Protection Unit)
TIVFD Auxiliary   

PUPPY REUNITED WITH FAMILY! : Yorkshire Terrier Missing

My dog Annie went missing this morning. She’s a little miniature Yorkshire terrier. We live at 107 Pilkey point, which is right on the intersection of Pilkey Point and Marina Drive in the motorhome.

She has been staying there with my husband this summer, his name is Dennis. And the phone number is 403-559-6029. My number is 403-636-1111.

Shelley Kohut

Lawrence Valley Loop - Hornets’ Nest

The nest has been destroyed - thanks, Lynda Poirier - and the trail is open, but use the trail portion below the firehall with caution as there still may be hornets looking for what used to be their home.

Trail Committee