ThINC ~ AGM

The ThINC AGM will be held at Forbes Hall on Saturday, October 22  from 1-3 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Ann Eriksson

Community Fund ~ October Campaign

Every October the Thetis Island Community Fund asks for financial contributions in support of education, health, seniors and other organizations that benefit Thetis Islanders.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has donated to date, your support goes a long way in assisting with the many challenges and opportunities that arise on our small island.

If you have not yet made a financial contribution and would like to do so, here are three ways to contribute:

1. By cheque to the Thetis Island Community Fund, Box 12-14, Thetis Island

2. Donate online, through our website using the security and convenience of PayPal at http://thetisislandcommunityfund.org/make-a-contribution

3. If you annually donate to the United Way, please designate "Thetis Island Community Fund" on your United Way form. 

Canada Revenue Agency approved tax receipts will be issued for all donations.

The Thetis Island Community Fund Board:

Ellen Rush, Tricia Hunter, Nicole Chiasson, Alisha Rennie, Tim French, Chad Kerr and Ken Redman

Yoga Cancelled ~ Thursday, September 15th

Hello all!

So sorry to once again cancel yoga today, Tuesday Oct. 18. I have a much needed dentist appt that cannot be missed. Yoga will commence on Thurs. Oct 20.

Namaste'

Sonya

Quarterly Deadline ~ November 10th

The deadline for articles, stories, ads etc for the Winter issue of the Quarterly, is November 10th. 

If you have something to go in to this issue, but can't quite make it by the 10th, please at least let us know by that date, with an idea of subject and length. 

For this issue, ads should be directed to Carol Sowerby at sowerby@seaside.net, and all other content to Veronica Shelford at veronica@thetisisland.net. 

Thanks, as always, to our generous contributors!

Pick Up in Nanaimo Wanted

Hello is there anyone going to Nanaimo in the next 4 days? If so could someone pick me up something that I have ordered from Lowes?

If anyone is going please call me at 250-246-4420 email to roketman@telus.net

Thanks

Steve Howard

Soup's On ~ Wednesday, October 19th

Forbes Hall
Just $5.00 - 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM or until the soup runs out!

Menu

Soup - Potato Vegetable

 Bread and Baked Goodies, as well as Vanilla or Chocolate Ice Cream, courtesy of the Thetis Island Marina...thanks Tara & Ron.

Pot of Gold Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate

Thought of the week, "I love deadlines. I like the whooshing sound they make as they fly by." Douglas Adams

Recognition Ceremony

The Community is invited to celebrate the installation of the Recognition Medallion carved by Gus Modeste

Oct. 24  1:15 - 3pm, Forbes Hall

Thetis Island Port Commission - Patrick Mooney, Carolyn Askew, Chris Pegg, Joe Squire, Dave Knowles, Andy Lamb, Mel Dorey

Art & Literature Fundraiser for Fairyslipper

Thetis Island artist Suzanne Sarioglu and novelist Ann Eriksson invite everyone to join them at Heneage House, 254 North Cove Rd, from 2-5 pm on Sunday, November 13, for ~

In Concert: a celebration of music, literature, art and nature. This may be your only opportunity to purchase a Sarioglu original. Buy a copy of Ann's fifth novel, The Performance, or better yet, several copies to give away for Christmas presents.

Proceeds from the sale of art and books will go to support the Fairyslipper Forest Nature Reserve Project.

Complimentary refreshments are provided courtesy of Douglas & McIntyre Publishing.

Flu Clinic Reminder

A reminder that the Annual ‘Flu Shot Clinic is scheduled for Friday, October 28th, at Forbes Hall from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. 

Please try to remember to bring your Health Number.  If your doctor wants you to get a pneumonia shot this year, that will also be available.

Don’t forget to wear a short sleeved shirt under your sweater…we are famous for the speed and efficiency our community exhibits to VIHA at this injection clinic. 

As in the past, a coffee service hosted by the TIVFD Auxiliary will be available while you “recuperate”.

TIVFD

Found Cat Update

We have taken the friendly grey & black tabby cat with ear tattoo: tai 06e   to the Duncan SPCA.

We wanted to ensure its good care and hopeful adoption to a loving home. 

Q & Ruth Goodbody

Seeking Pasture Board for Horses

We have an elderly horse we are looking to bring to the island. 

Because of his age he does best in a larger enclosure (so his joints don't stiffen up) and with access to grass if possible.  Other than that his needs are few and we will do all the feeding/watering/picking up, etc. 

We are not looking for a barn or stable. We can figure out a shelter or even fencing if needed. He has a miniature horse as a companion as well.

While he is retired, he is still rideable and very well trained in case someone is interested in a partial trade for riding privileges.

Please contact us at hradmcclellan@gmail.com if you would be interested in having him and what the board fee would be.

Thanks!  Kevin and Ellen McClellan

Wonderful Conservation News ~ Make a Pledge

We are thrilled to announce that the Cowichan Land Trust, in partnership with the Thetis Island Nature Conservancy and the Islands Trust Fund, has been awarded a $50,000 grant by the Sitka Foundation for the Fairyslipper Forest Nature Reserve project. The Sitka Foundation is a non-profit organization with the mission to assist initiatives that support the environment. It aims to support organizations that advance land and nature conservation, invest in community projects and groups globally, and provide leadership in stewardship and environmental education. You can read more about them at sitkafoundation.org

Added to the $75,000 raised during our summer matching campaign, the Fairyslipper Forest campaign now stands at $325,000 in committed pledges and donations, close to 60% of the way to our goal! Help us get the rest of the way by making a pledge (contact ThINC@thetisisland.net or call Suzanne at 260-246-9965) or by donating to the Fairyslipper Forest Nature Reserve (Thetis Island Acquisition Fund) at the Islands Trust Fund (http://www.islandstrustfund.bc.ca/donate/give-now.aspx)

Thank you to the Sitka Foundation and all supporters of this exciting project.

The Thetis Island Nature Conservancy