Move Glass Yard Art Out of the Sun

If you haven't already done so, please bring in any glass or prism yard ornaments you may have...glass bird baths, wind chimes, vases, etc etc.  People often overlook this and under the wrong conditions, curved glass could potentially act as a concentrator for the sun's rays and start a fire.  Also remove your reading glasses from sunny windowsills...there have been several instances of scorched wood from these.

Carol Swann

Lost Sweater

My aunt's favourite navy blue cardigan was accidentally left behind at Saturday market day at Marylyn's.

If anyone accidentally ended up with it please call Glenda (250)416-0638

Speeding Sea-doo

To the individual who has been racing their Sea-doo at full throttle, into and out of Cufra Inlet, would you please refrain from doing this.

Cufra Inlet is a sensitive marine ecosystem. The Inlet is also used for swimming, and recreation by families.

In addition the wake created by your speed impacts the shoreline banks, adding to erosion. So, you sea (see) there are a litany of good reasons to not speed; safety, environmental, courtesy and being a responsible marine vehicle operator. If you need to explore Cufra Inlet in your Sea-doo, please adhere to a no-wake, slow speed, preferably five knots or less. The alternative, if you must speed, use the open ocean....with courtesy and common sense. Thanks! OBO, the residents of Cufra Inlet PH#250-246-2099

NOTE: At the speed you were going, if someone were in the water, in your vicinity, it would have been quite difficult to see them, which would have been very unfortunate for the swimmer and you.

RIDE FOUND ~ Thursday Ride to Duncan Needed

Ride to Duncan wanted, Thursday July 13, leaving Thetis on the 11:10 am or the 1:10 pm ferry

If you are planning a trip to Duncan leaving Thetis either on the 11:10 am ferry or the 1:10 pm ferry and have space for one extra passenger, I would be happy to contribute to gas !

Please call Simone Luckham at 250 246-4802 or email: simone@stonesculptor.ca

Much appreciated.

Lawrence Valley Trail ~ July 2017

What do you see when you walk the trail?  

Click here to view pictures of Lawrence Valley ~ Trail July 2017

Looking for a Copy of June 29th Courier

If anyone still has a copy of the June 29th Chemainus Valley Courier and is willing to pass it on, we'd love to have it. Apparently has an interview with Kaz but we never got to see it. If drop boxing it works, we are Box 12-9.

Thank you!

Kelly Bannister

Have Fun Playing Pickleball!

Pickleball is scheduled on Mondays and Fridays at 9:00am at the community hall tennis courts. The time has been moved to 9:00 because of the warmer weather. Play usually lasts until 10:00am but if a big crowd shows up we can play longer. Come and learn to play this relatively easy and fun game.

Call Bev Greene for more information at 250-246-3895

jollity FARM ~ weekend hours

Saturday 10am-1pm | Sunday CLOSED

Featuring a great variety of deer resistant and drought tolerant plants, unique perennials, accent shrubs, and more! Still lots of half-price plants on our bargain table!

Fresh and local salad mix $5/bag | Flavourful Fresh and local basil $2.50/bag

Cellphone Missing

Older cellphone missing.  In brown woven case. 

If you've found it please call Carol at 250-246-3699.

Interested in Solar Energy?

Are you interested in solar energy? Curious about community solar projects?  Tired of BC Hydro's escalating rates? Want to reduce your carbon footprint and take action on climate change?

Viridian Energy Co-operative will be coming to Thetis on August 4th to present a community information session on solar energy, as well as providing home consultations by appointment.

Viridian is a Cowichan Valley worker-owned co-operative whose driving purpose is the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels. Viridian specializes in the design and installation of renewable energy and energy recovery options.

When: Friday August 4

Time: 9 a.m -11 a.m. Community Information Session at the Nature House at The Portal (former Camp Columbia - watch for the Nature House sign on North Cove Rd.) By donation to ThINC. Everyone welcome.

In the afternoon: Pre-booked home consultations. Contact Maureen Loiselle at 250-246-2184 to book your appointment. Cost: $50

We hope you'll take advantage of this great opportunity.

The ThINC board

Library ~ New Materials

Some of the new materials at in the library:

Norwegian Wood by Lars Mytting  634 using firewood

Unsinkable by Silken Lauren 797 memoir

The Natural World 031 encyclopedia

Edge of Nowhere by Elizabeth George fiction mystery

Deadly Stakes by J.A. Jance fiction mystery

Enjoy!

Celine

PS Library Book & Bake Sale Saturday August 5 at 10AM

Welcome Package for New Islanders

As part of the new "Welcome to Thetis Island" package being developed we wonder if there are any businesses out there who would like to offer a small gift certificate to be included in the package. This can be a great way to introduce new folks to your services. Please contact me if you are interested or have any questions.

Sincerely,

Sue French

zuzu416@gmail.com

or 250-416-0373