Zumba

Zumba will be on Wed 9:15AM and Sat 9:00AM every week unless cancelled

thank you Helen Bird 250-246-2469

Syrian Refugee Update

Great news to share. After much waiting and processing in Lebanon, the Kaiyali Family arrived in Montreal on Saturday, February 13th. They will have a few days in Montreal for processing and adjustment, then fly on Tuesday, the 16th to Victoria, where they will stay a few days with family before travelling to Duncan on Thursday, the 18th. Their next adventure starts as they begin to settle in the Cowichan Valley.

Thank you so very much to all the people who donated funds, skill, and energy to make this happen. I will keep you posted on how things are going and ways to be involved. Thank you again for your generosity,

Michelle Black, for the Thetis Island Refugee Group

Soup's On ~ Wednesday, February 17th

$5.00

At Forbes Hall--11:30 AM to 1:00 PM ..... Or until the soup runs out, whichever comes first!

Take out available for sale. 

Clam Chowder or Vegetable Chowder

Corn Bread

Assorted Baked Goodies

Pot of Gold Coffee (thanks Nan!), Tea, Hot Chocolate, Hot Apple Cider.

"Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first." Roseanne

The Bridge Group invites you to their Wednesday 1PM gathering in the Library.....expertise not required!

Dog Needs Home

I am seeking a loving safe home for my small senior debarked dog. He's very low maintenance and eats little. Quiet, clean and a pretty awesome guy. Goes by the name of Burky. Thank you for any leads you may have.

250-436-0236

Zandra Burns

jollity FARM ~ Veggie Starts

Organic Plant Starts ORDER NOW!

Happy 2016 Thetis Island Growers! Thank you so much to everyone for your support over the last season. Here we go again.... We are accepting pre-orders for organically grown tomato and pepper starts.

Click here to view full list.

Flowers, herbs and other organic veggie starts coming soon.

*If you have a custom request for other veggie starts, please contact us asap.

Elisabeth or Noah Bond info@jollityfarm.ca or 250.416.6736

BC Ferries ~ 30% Savings

BC Ferries announces 30% savings on regular passenger fares.

Choose from over 1,500 select sailings on all routes from March 10 - 29

VICTORIA – BC Ferries announced today that a fleetwide pricing promotion of 30 per cent off regular passenger fares will be in effect from March 10 – 29. Passengers travelling on select sailings will receive the discount off the regular passenger fare. The promotional discount is applicable on adult, child, BC Senior, student and persons with disabilities regular passenger fares. On South Coast Routes, the 30 per cent discount will be in effect Monday through Thursday and Saturdays on select sailings from March 10 - 29. 

On North Coast Routes including Port Hardy – Prince Rupert, Prince Rupert – Haida Gwaii and Alliford Bay – Skidegate routes as well as the Discovery Coast connector, the 30 per cent discount will apply on every sailing from March 10 - 29. “We’re pleased to offer this discount for families to take advantage of as they plan their spring break getaways,” said Janet Carson, BC Ferries’ Vice President of Marketing and Travel Services. “At the same time, it allows us to gather information about how customers respond to variable pricing options as we prepare strategies for the launch of our Fare Flexibility and Digital Experience Initiative next year.” Experience™ Card users who receive a year-round discount that is less than 30 per cent will have their discount increased to match the promotional fare. Experience™ Card users who receive a year-round discount that is in excess of 30 per cent will remain at their current discount level. This promotion allows those customers who do not participate in the Experience™ Card program an opportunity to travel at a discounted rate. Space on the select promotional sailings is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reservations are recommended to ensure a spot on the sailing of choice. For more details about the 30 per cent passenger promotion, visit bcferries.com. 

This off-peak pricing promotion will not apply on Thursday, March 24 and Easter Monday, March 28 as these are already traditionally busy days for ferry travel. Under contract to the Province of British Columbia, BC Ferries is the service provider responsible for the delivery of safe, efficient and dependable ferry service along coastal British Columbia.

Keith Rush

Want to Learn Something New?

Come and join me and learn a Russian Gypsy Folk Dance. This lively dance is performed to a traditional Russian Gypsy song “Shatritsa”. It tells the story of a young girl living in a tent. As in most Russian dances, the dance starts slowly but increases in speed and intensity near the end of the song.

Wear a long, full, skirt and a comfortable top and be ready to move! 

Starting this Thursday evening, February 18 – April 14. 7:30 – 9:00 at the Community Hall

Cost - $75.00 or $12.00 dropin -  No charge for dancers under 19.

Registration will be at the first class...for more information call Char - 604-997-7292

TIVFD ~ Barn Safety Checklist

Click here to view the Barn Safety Checklist provided by the National Fire Protection Association.

J. Caldbeck

Islands Trust ~ March Islands Trust Council Program Announced

Click here to view the News Release & Schedule.

Valentine's Day comes early to Thetis?

This little scene was spotted out my office window at Capernwray on Fri, Feb 12 before the 10:45 am ferry.

Perhaps Valentine’s Day has come a little early to Thetis Island?

7 red cars bordered by 2 white ones.

Elizabeth Joslin

BC Medical Association ~ Article about Teddy Suiker

Click here to view a lovely article in the BC Medical Association Journal about Dr. Teddy Suiker. I thought it might be of interest to people on Thetis Island.

I have not had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Suiker, but have heard so many wonderful stories about her. I am the new owner of her home and also a physician. 

Kathleen McGarvey

Nature Club Leader Wanted

Dear Thetis Islanders,

I am writing to inquire after finding a replacement leader for the Nature Kids B.C club chapter that I had worked on getting started for Thetis Island and Penelakut Island. I have been given a deadline of March 15th to find a leader before the program will be closed. If anyone is interested in picking up where I left off, please contact me. I believe this would be an excellent way to invest in the young minds of both communities.

Kindly

Airi

P.S I miss all of you wonderful Thetis Islanders.