Following the Quarterly… Meeting - Monday, November 2nd at 2pm at Forbes Hall

A meeting is being held today to continue the conversation about what will be following the final edition of the Quarterly, which is due out December 1st, 2026.

Volunteer(s) are being sought with backgrounds, or keen working interests, in graphic design and editing etc. to join a group of like-minded volunteers in the production of an island publication to follow in the footsteps of the Quarterly.

Attendance at this meeting by those who may be interested in stepping into the leadership role is critical to the continuation of the Quarterly in the new year.

Looking forward to having you join us at today’s meeting.

Ann Dickie

Thank You

Thank you to the energetic crew who came out to the Forbes Hall Clean Up Day on Saturday.

There were so many tasks accomplished in one morning!

From blackberry removal, planting new shrubs and containers, leaf blowing, weeding garden beds, to the washing of cutlery drawers, the library windows and more.

The morning’s work was rewarded with good food and a sense of accomplishment.

Thank you from
The TICA Board

Reminder: ThINC AGM Next Sunday, November 8th

Dear Thetis Islanders,

A friendly reminder that the Thetis Island Nature Conservancy's Annual General Meeting is coming up next Sunday, November 8th at 2:00 PM at Forbes Hall.

Come and hear about a year of bottles, bats, and badges, crab wrangling, expert talks, marine exploration, and everything in between, then stay for light refreshments and good company. We'll also be voting in our next Board of Directors, so your presence matters! And if you've been thinking about becoming a member, we'll have membership forms on hand, so it's a perfect time to join us.

We hope to see you there!

With gratitude,
The ThINC Team

For Sale

Dora Wilson knit Cowichan sweater vest, grey and white, men’s size medium, like new, $200. Pictures available Rodney Brownlee 250-510 -8647

October Rain

October 2026: 69.8 mm
October 2025: 98.2 mm
Average October: 113.6 mm

October 2026 YTD: 542.6 mm
October 2025 YTD: 592.1 mm
Average Year to Date: 692.3 mm

Lowest October; 11 mm in 2013
Highest October; 281.4 mm in 2016

Keith Rush

Soup’s On: Wednesday, November 4th

11:30 am until 1:00 pm

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

Menu:

• Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup
• Veg. Option: Hearty Vegetable Soup
• Buns
• 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 Boardroom.

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

From the Library

A Friend of the Library is available Sunday 1-4 but not on Tuesday.

Celine

Remembrance Day Service – Wednesday, November 11th

The TIVFD will be facilitating the Remembrance Day service at the flagpole at Forbes Hall on November 11th, at 10:55 hours. We will be lowering the flag to half-staff and observing a minute of silence.

The Duncan Flying Club will be doing a fly-past at 10:55 if the weather is good and they have enough experienced pilots for the old aircraft.

Following the flagpole ceremony and laying of flowers, we will go inside the hall and there will be a shortened event because Soups On starts at 11:30.

For those wondering where the flowers go at the end of the day that were laid at the flagpole: they are taken to St. Margaret’s Cemetery and laid on the grave markers of those who served in the wars.
Lest we forget.

Thetis Island Fire Department

Veterinary Visit

The next veterinary visit to the island will be on Wednesday, November 4th and November 11th.

Please contact Dr Martin Randle for an appointment on 250-436-0045 and otterspool1969@gmail.com

Many thanks,
Martin

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