Thoughtless Fools ~

On Saturday, June 6th, a small fire was burned on the top of Burchell Hill.  It is hard to believe at a time when we are being reminded and cautioned about wildfire, that people thought that it would be OK to have a little fire.  There were several beer cans scattered about (not Lucky), so perhaps they put the fire out with beer. 

This little fire did not create a wildfire, however, it shows us just how vigilant we need to be on our small 2,500 acre island.  If you see smoke, call it in, before it becomes something unmanageable.   

TIVFD made a trip up the hill on Sunday to view the site, and to post a sign.  

2015 Summer Soiree & Art Auction – A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Saturday, August 8th ~ Forbes Hall and Grounds

Tickets, $30 for Adults, $8 for Kids

To buy a ticket or reserve a table for 8, contact Ellen Rush or Carolyn Askew,

ellenrush@gmail.com or 250-416-0013, 12askew@gmail.com

You can also purchase your ticket on line using paypal @ www.thetislandcommunityfund.org

The Summer Soiree & Art Auction is THE community event of the summer. Co- hosted by TICA and the Thetis Island Community Fund, the 2015 Soiree includes a sit down dinner served to 130 guests in our tennis court-transformed-into-fine-dining-area. A fabulous collection of donated art is set up gallery style inside Forbes Hall. This year the display will include art on canvas created and generously donated by the students of the Thetis Island Elementary School. A highlight of the evening is the goods and services auction, where items are auctioned both silent and live. We are thrilled that there will also be a performance by our local Gypsy Dancers of the Salish Sea. 

All proceeds from the Summer Soiree support Forbes Hall, our bustling community center, as well as contribute to the Community Fund’s ongoing support of Thetis Islanders.

How can you get involved?

·  Donate art: paintings, prints, drawings, sketches, fibre, woodworking, sculptures and other fine art. Original art is welcomed!  Contact Ellen Rush or Dee Smith, donella123@aol.com

·  Donate a service: Previous donations have included services such as firewood, ferry passes, garden services, soil delivery, cookies & pies, dinners and brunches, aesthetic services, yoga classes, massages and wine. The possibilities are endless. Put on your creative caps!  To contribute a service or product, please contact Gloria Taylor, 250-246-3091, quackf@telus.net  or Anne-Marie Koeppen, 250-246-1991

·  Loan us an easel for art display

·  Volunteer to make this event spectacular, contact Ellen Rush

And of course – BUY TICKETS, reserve a table for 8 and invite friends to join you!

Refreshments chosen by Keith Rush

Coastal Fire Centre ~ June 5th Wildfire News

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TIRRA General Meeting ~ June 18th

TIRRA General Meeting, Thursday, June 18, 2015 , 7 pm at Forbes Hall

Please note that the date for this meeting is indeed June 18.

There will be reports on Mosquito progress, Fire Smart, and further options for mosquito control.

TIRRA Executive

Unauthorized Deer Fence Signs on Thetis

The TIRRA Executive was asked to look into the issue of these signs being posted in various locations and properties on Thetis Island.

I have contacted the owner of the (unnamed) deer fencing company and requested that he please remove his signs.

I also advised him that if he wants to place signs on various properties, be they private or public, he first needs permission to do so.

The owner of the company has assured he will be removing the signs. 

OBO, TIRRA Executive

Steve Frankel

Domain Jasmin ~ Vineyard & Winery

Tasting room is open Saturday and Sunday from 12-4 p.m.

Come by and check out the vines and the new wines.

"When in doubt add more wine."

Denis & Coleen

High Hazard Rating

We have moved into the HIGH hazard category for wildfires.  Small, supervised campfires are still being allowed with permits but that may change at the beginning of the week as we head into a very hot and dry period.  Environment Canada has already issued a heat warning for the lower half of the Province. 

Please report any smoke columns to 911. Be aware that cigarette butts smolder and can ignite coarse woody debris hours after being tossed.

Thank you for your vigilance in keeping our island safe from wildfire.

If you are mowing or chain-sawing in the bush, try to get everything done before 11 in the morning when we have a bit higher humidity and lower temperatures.

TIVFD

Reminder of Local Islands Trust Committee Meeting

Friday June 12, 2015 ~  9:30AM ~  Forbes Hall 

Mike Richards

Grants Program Manager

www.islandstrust.bc.ca 

Preserving Island communities, culture and environment

Wanted ~ Saturday AM ride to Victoria

Michel and I need a ride to Victoria one way before noon on Saturday.  Can we car pool with someone?

Lynda  250-246-4504

Sunrise Concert Cancelled ~ Ping Pong back on at 7PM

Word just arrived - due to sudden illness Friday's Sunrise Orchestra concert has been cancelled.

Thetis Island Arts Council

Note: Ping Pong is back to it's usual 7PM start time.

For Sale: 1995 Eaglecraft Crew Boat

Length - 24 ft, Beam - 9' 6"

Repowered 2000 with Volvo 260 KAD 44 Diesel.  Major overhaul in 2004 with approx. 450 hrs. since overhaul.

DP Leg new in 2006 (approx. 200 hrs to date).  Radar, VHF, GPS, D/S, Plotter.

$50,000 firm

Call Sven - 250-710-9238

Reminder: Onley's Watercolour Workshop

There are a few spaces still available.

Monday, June 29, Lot 213, Pilkey Point Road

$50.00

Lynn Onley is a locally know painter and the daughter of the late and much acclaimed Toni Onley.

Her step by step approach is good for beginners to advanced water colourists.  Bring your own sandwich, chair and a small table.

The workshop will be held at Jean Challenger's place, Lot 213, Pilkey Point Road, a beautiful location by the ocean.  If you need a materials list or more information, please email:

Gordon Bertram gbertram@telus.net

Jean Challenger