The Dependable Guys & Gals

I was talking to these kind folks this morning and asked them if they would consider coming over to Thetis Island. They are thinking of it so here is their ad and their phone number:

The Dependable Guys and Gals

250-436-1188

Our  Focus is helping seniors stay in their homes. Service includes light housekeeping, yard work, presser washing, deck and fence repairs etc.

If are finding looking after your place just a wee bit too much give these people a call.

Gloria

Spring Clean Up Day at Forbes Hall

Come out to the Hall on Saturday, May 28 from 10 to 2 to help out with the Spring Clean up. Tasks will include: Upgrading the outhouses, re-organizing the back room for the new fitness equipment, cleaning the chairs, weeding the gardens, removing moss from the roof and cleaning the gutters.

Hope you can all come out to help.

TICA Board

Rear-line Rototiller Needed

I need a rear-tine rototiller capable of tilling heavy clay soil.  Anyone have one in their shed they wish to part with?

Can't be seized...I already have one of those.  

Jeannine  246-3876

Anyone Missing a Peacock?

Very pretty peacock, been at my place all day and seems to be staying. 
Seems to be comfortable with humans and dogs.

If anyone knows who owns it, let me and them know.  

Kathleen
604 657 2921
6 Cunningham Road

mcgarve@gmail.com

Islands Trust Meeting ~ May 24

The Islands Trust meeting May 24 at 9:30am in part deals with Second and Third reading of Bylaw 96 and 97, rezoning the north side of The Cut to Water (W5) from Water (W4), opening this area to mariculture. 

Meeting is at 9:30AM, it will be interesting to hear what they have to say.

Arthur Gooding

Island Bikes or Kayaks for Rent?

I periodically get requests from our B&B guests to know if anyone on the island rents out either bicycles or kayaks.  If you do, would you let me know, and I can let our guests know?  Thanks.

Veronica at 250 246 1509

Donna Kaiser ~ Cookbook Signing at Pot of Gold

Donna will be here to sign her new Cookbook on Saturday

Donna Kaiser has written a cookbook of her most scrumptious recipes!

She will be here Saturday May 21st for sale and signing at Pot of Gold Coffee from 1AM to 4PM.  Feel free to pop in!

Donna, now retired, was a long time (and greatly missed) Thetis resident who owned Clam Bay Bed & Breakfast and also the Power Lunch in Duncan.

Nan Beals

jollity FARM ~ Open Saturday May 21 ~ 10AM ~ 1PM

New stock of beautiful flowers this week!

Bright, flowering annuals, hardy perennials,

ground cover, succulents, herbs and more...

Delicious, organically grown, pre-washed mixed greens

+ fresh snap peas

(call or email ahead - info@jollityfarm.ca -  to reserve, as salads sell out early) 

Domaine Jasmin Opens for the Season

Domaine Jasmin Tasting Room will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 11AM-4PM. starting this weekend until Thanksgiving. Wines sales are available anytime by calling 250-246-9494 or submitting the form on our website.

We have two new releases, the 2015 Pinot Gris and the 2015 Noir Blanc, for you to try. Both wines are made from grapes grown on our property with the Noir Blanc being a blend of Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir grapes.

Did you know that almonds and peaches are closely related. They both belong to the genus Prunus, subgenus Amygdalus, and are more similar to each other than they are to many other fruit trees of the same genus, such as cherries and plums. The tasting notes on our 2015 Pinot Gris has subtle hints of peach stone. Now, why peach is found in a grape wine is an interesting discussion!

J. Denis Gagnon,

Proprietor & Winemaker

Domaine Jasmin Vineyard & Winery

domainejasmin.com

May 20 Wildfire Bulletin & Quiz

Click here for Bulletin.

Click here for Quiz.

TIVFD

Saturday Fair at Howling Wolf Farm Market

Come join us at the Saturday Fair taking place at Howling Wolf Farm Market (#70 Pilkey Point Road).

Every Saturday from 10-1 from June 4th until September 3rd.

Arts, crafts, popcorn, home baking, coffee and much more.

Come and watch the artists at work, have a treat, chat with your neighbours.

Anyone interested in joining us and would like a spot you can contact Helen Bird or Gloria Taylor for more information.

Thetis Island Marina ~ This Week's News

1. POST OFFICE HOLIDAY HOURS VICTORIA DAY LONG WEEKEND

Friday May 20th 12:30pm to 2pm only.

Please be sure to arrive before 2pm for postal services and parcel pick up.

Saturday, Sunday & Monday - Closed

Regular hours resume Tuesday May 24th.

Many thanks and have a great weekend everyone!

2. THETIS ISLAND MARINA & PUB VICTORIA DAY LONG WEEKEND

Pub, Store & Liquor Store 9AM to 8PM

Gas dock 9AM to 6PM

Our Kitchen is now Open for the season!!!

Serving burgers, fish n chips, appies and more

11:30AM to 6:30PM every day

3. THETIS ISLAND MARINA - COMMUNITY MARKET

Thetis Island Marina is hosting a Community Market, every Saturday from 10AM until 2PM, in Dunfield Park beginning this Saturday -  May 21st.  Everyone welcome!

• Any and all vendors welcome.

• Table space free - first come/first served.