News Release: Islands Trust Calls on Ottawa to Reduce and Ultimately Eliminate Freighter Anchorages

http://www.islandstrust.bc.ca/media/346491/2018-10-it_anchorages-statement_final.pdf

Thetis Island Merchandise at Soup's On

Thetis Island merchandise will be available for purchase this Wednesday at Soup's On. 

These items make perfect Christmas presents!

Sweatshirt Fleece blankets, mugs, t-shirts, postcards & bookmarks

Proceeds go to the Forbes Hall Expansion Fund.

Questions?  Contact Ellen Rush, ellenrush@gmail.com or 250-416-0013

Forbes Hall Fundraising Campaign Update

ACT Question

Our MP Alistair MacGregor in Question Period yesterday, Thursday, September 20, asked the Transportation Minister about the Penelakut position on the ocean-going vessel anchorages. The Minister said the issue is the subject of a 1-year Federal Government study that will have consequences for First Nations and other coastal communities. Thetis is one. Here's a link to the exchange: 

https://youtu.be/v8GXSYkvbjY

Dave

Meals out at Capernwray Harbour

You are invited join us at the Capernwray Harbour Dining Room for meals starting on September 24th onwards.  The Staff & Students of Capernwray Harbour would love to host you.  Our kitchen offers a wonderful menu of home cooked meals three times a day - Breakfast, Lunch and Supper.  We also serve a mid-morning Brunch meal on Saturdays and a Formal Supper on Sunday Evenings.  We’d also welcome you to stay for our Sunday Evening Service as well if this would be of interest to you.  

Please phone the Main Office at 250-246-9440 or email chbc@capernwray.ca to book in for a meal as often as you would like.  Please let us know at least a day in advance if you would like to join us for a meal. Meal costs are $10 for breakfast or lunch per person and $15 for brunch or supper per person.  Thank-you and we look forward to hosting you!

Free & For Sale

2 Cooper Weather Master S/T snow tires 215/70R14 M&S - free to a good home!

Rexon 14” drill press model RDM 100A, 5/8” capacity, 5 speed - $125 OBO

Call Frank English - 250-246-9899

Summer Rain....

A number of Islanders have asked if this summer was dryer than previous summers.

Below is June, July and August rainfall totals for the last 10 years...drier than average, but not the driest. 

2009  31mm  

2010  58

2011  28

2012  26

2013  76

2014  37

2015  42

2016  80

2017  47.8

2018  38.9      

Average   46.5 mm

Keith Rush

from the Library ~

A few new materials for your reading enjoyment.

Death in the Dales - Frances Brody 

Odd Child Out - Gilly Macmillan

Proof of Life - J.A.Jance

End Game - David Baldacci

Us Against You - Frederick Backman

Women Talking - Miriam Toews

The Widow - Fiona Barton

Elementary, She Read - Vicki Delaney

Celine

Gravenstein Apples

Anyone interested in having some Gravenstein apples please call 250-246-9629. T

hey are good for eating, baking pies, apple sauce etc. & freeze well.

Yoga ~ Monday Evenings

Monday evening yoga with Tatiana commences Monday, September 24.

Class runs 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm for September and October.

Ground and rejuvenate as we transition from summer to fall.

Classes are suitable for all levels and all are welcome.

New to yoga? No need to be nervous - I love teaching beginners and classes are suitable for all levels – please join us! On a budget? Pay what you can.

No fancy clothing required - dress comfortably in clothes you can move in.

Yoga mats and props (equipment) available.

Inquiries or questions welcome at: tatiana@wingwalker.ca:: 250-246-9175

See you on the mat :)

Next Veterinary Visit ~ Wednesday, October 3rd

The next veterinary visit to the island will be Wednesday, October 3rd.

For an appointment please phone Dr Martin Randle on 250 436 0045 or email erskine2814@outlook.com

Items for Sale

Power It! pressure washer, used once (3000 psi, 2.25 gpm, 6.5 hp Kohler gas engine) $300

AirPlus compressor, electric, large tank, with hoses $175

Kohler generator (2.5 kw, 120 volt) $125

Craftsman 4 hp lawnmower, 22” mulcher $50

Wisconsin Robin EY27W standalone 7.5 hp gas engine with drive shaft, made in Japan $50

Peter Brock (604) 727-0380 talk or text. Can send photos