Anna Kempe - Sooke 10K race

Anna Kempe ran her first 10K race this month, and came in first in her age group.  Huge congratulations to this dedicated runner!

From her dad, Ralf ~

We are very proud of her accomplishment being the first in her age group and also having run the 10 km in under 1 hour (57.30 min). She has trained with some die-hards since last November 2x a week at 6AM - rain and (not so much) shine.

Susy Fordham and Ted Bieber are the organizers, and after an exciting turnout of about 40 students in the beginning usually a good 10-12 students make it to the race in Sooke.

This has been the first time for her and now she is eager to run more.

SOLD ~ Pellet Stove for Sale

Regency Pellet Stove Model PR67

8200 BTU per pound, heats up to 1,300 sq ft.

Pellet stove used intermittently in Thetis Island home built 1998.

$640

Jamie 780-990-5818

St. Margaret's Cemetery

St .Margaret’s Cemetery Board would like to take this opportunity to notify the community of a couple of issues that have come up over the last year. Beach access at the Capernwray gate has been blocked off as recommended by the engineers at the Green Shores Protection Workshop. We ask you to please respect this action. Do not use that beach access and ask your family and friends to not use it in order to allow the vegetation to grow.

New signage was put up in the cemetery at the request of TIVFD  (Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department) and TIRRA. During the drought last summer the high risk of fire became clear. Both organizations asked the Board to put up No Smoking signs.  A No Camping sign will soon accompany those. (A camper van was found parked in the driveway of the cemetery last summer.) We are presently determining how best to put these signs up so that they will be in keeping with the aesthetics of the cemetery and serve their purpose as well.

We also give thanks to Sheila Kelsey for her many years of service. Sheila was instrumental in the development and management of the cemetery. She will be sadly missed. A farewell tea was held for Sheila and Den at the home of Lucy and Pat Mooney last September . 

The Cemetery Board thanks its many volunteers for their continued support and hard work.Our annual clean up will be happening on Tuesday June 14.The full annual report for the cemetery can be found on the Thetis Island Community website.

Suzanne Sarioglu

Chair St.Margaret’s Cemetery

National Volunteer Week

National Volunteer Week April 10-16

National Volunteer Week is a time to recognize, celebrate and thank Canada's 12.7 million volunteers contributing 2.1 billion hours countrywide.  Although we officially celebrate volunteers annually, volunteer efforts are notable each and every day of the year. 

Thanks to volunteers, our Thetis Island community continues to enjoy great events, activities, and in support of causes that continue to grow a strong and resilient place to live. 

If you haven't already, please consider volunteering, as even the tiniest volunteer effort leaves a profound and lasting trace. 

Many thanks to all volunteers on Thetis Island.

Anne-Marie

Summer Campfires

We are hoping that this summer is not as dry and hazardous for forest fires as last summer, but we all must continue to be diligent with fire safety. 

Last summer we had an extended fire ban, including no traditional wood-fuelled campfires.  The Province did allow CSA or UL Approved propane campfire appliances and the TIVFD supports this alternative.  These appliances do not throw sparks, have a limited flame height to meet regulations and properly set up and supervised, are safe. They are pricey, starting at just over $100.  But if you have a burning desire to enjoy a summer evening campfire, you should consider purchasing one. Local stores such as Canadian Tire, Walmart etc carry them and they are also available on-line. 

TIVFD

Earth Week Walk Reminder ~ Sunday

The ThINC board invites you to join us for an Earth Week Walk on Sunday April 17th at 2 pm. We'll meet at the garden behind the library at Forbes Hall and walk the same route as last year: Along the Lawrence Community Trail, north on Kenwood Road and back along North Cove Rd to the hall with an optional additional leg down to the cemetery. Refreshments will be shared in the garden following the walk. A shuttle will be available on Kenwood Rd for those who don't want to do the entire route. 

Come and celebrate nature on Thetis Island with the Thetis Island Nature Conservancy. For more information call Ann at 250-246-8176.

Ride to Victoria or Vancouver Wanted

Hello,

my name is Marvin and I'm currently helping Elisabeth and Noah on Jollity Farm. I'm from Germany and traveling around Canada and Alaska for a year.

Next week I'm going to fly to Alaska. In order to get to the Vancouver Airport by the 23rd of April  I'll need to get to Victoria first and from there on to the airport by bus.

It would be really helpful if i could catch a ride with someone who is going to drive to Victoria around the 20th of April. The lucky driver will be rewarded with a hot coffee or a drink of his choice and great conversation! 

Thanks a lot! :-)

Marvin Hoffmann

Please email me mt.hoffmann@gmx.de or call the farm: 250.416.6736

Mooney Babies Arrive !

Caitlin and John Mooney announce the arrival of their babies April 12, 2016

Lillian Marie Mooney 6 lbs. 3 oz..; Oliver James Mooney 6 lbs. 1 oz.. 

John is the son of Patrick and Lucy Mooney. Caitlin is the grand daughter of Harry Pardee, and the niece of Peter and Sieka Pardee.

Pat Mooney 

School Orchards Africa Society ~ Thank you

The crew at SOAS (Maureen and Wayne, Mike and Cecilia, Donna, Mike and Penny, Paul and Coleen, Peter and LInda) extends a heart-felt THANK YOU to all whose support contributed to the huge success of our cabaret.  We cleared over $4,000.00! What a lot of trees and happy children!

We extend a special thanks to those who rolled up their sleeves and made it happen : Petra(tickets and posters), Simone,Char and Sven, Steve and Myla, Kelly and Katia, Nichole, Janice,Gloria, Alana and Rob, Gary , Ken, Harrison, Chris, and Eugene,(entertainment & set up ) Trish (techie)Bill (bar)and Ann-Marie,Matt & Keith(advisers). Louise brilliantly kept things running smoothly. And the stars of the show were Tee and Michelle and their partners Tom and Tony.  A gourmet delight was delivered by the dancing queens. It was a night to remember. 

Thank you all!

Computer Help Wanted

Will trade Solar Art for computer help.

Solarbud 250 416 0638 solarbud@telus.net

Building Materials for Sale

For all Builders on Thetis! 

We have numerous items of building material is for sale at a very good price.

We have 20  1" X 6" X 16' primed pine boards that are window liners that can be used for windows or trim.  $15.00 a board.  They cost at Home Depot is $21.14 plus tax. 

The insulation we have is called CertainTeed and can be found on Lowe's website.

We have 15 bundles of R-40 insulation the retail price is $57.99 plus tax for a bundle.  We will sell it for $45.00 a bundle. 

We have 12 bundles of R-20 which retails at $49.55 plus tax.  We will sell it for $40.00 a bundle.

19 containers of Red weather master sealant for siding windows and doors.  All for $120.00

2 Big gap fillers

3 Air Zone Water Barrier and waterproofing membrane 9" X 50 '- $20.00 each.

Three roles of tar paper $20.00.

We also have a lot of flashing for windows and doors. 

Please call: 250-246-2465 or 250-210-3087 and talk to Genny or Ken.

Thetis Island Marina ~ Burger Night ~ Friday April 15th

5PM - 7PM

All burgers come with our fresh cut fries, and are served on a toasted Kaiser bun topped with lettuce, tomato, sweet onion, mayo and pickles.

Burger choices: beef, grilled chicken, crunchy chicken, lamb, salmon or veggie.

A selection of appetizers and desserts also available. 

Groups and families welcome.

Reservations strongly recommended.

250-246-3464

Take out can also be arranged.