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COMMUNITY APPRECIATION DAY AT CAPERNWRAY HARBOUR

July 12

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On Hiatus until Fall 2025

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Thetis Island Community Association

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HEALTH SERVICES

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Tuesday
Jan282014

Table Tennis Cancelled the Friday, January 31st

There will be no Ping-Pong this week due to the public meetings that are scheduled in Forbes Hall this Friday. 

We will be playing once again on Friday,  February 7th at 7pm.

All are welcome.

Matt Hess

 

Tuesday
Jan282014

B & B Accommodation for Weddings ~

Dear Thetis Islanders,

I am currently updating the list of B&B accommodation island available for wedding guests. I am wondering if there is accommodation available that I do not have on the list I send to couples.

Also, I received information that 2 B&Bs are closing but information from couples making inquiries is that others B&Bs are also closed. I am concerned because in the past I could confidently tell couples that additional accommodation was available on Thetis.

If you are operating a B&B and would like to be on the list I send couples or, if you are willing to take wedding guests (even the occasional date) but not operating B&B., please send me an email.

We are hosting weddings on the following dates:

June 28, July 06, July 12; August 16, 23 and 30; September 06, 13, 20

With kindness,

Arlene Kasting

Overbury Resort, 288 Forbes Rd, Thetis Island, BC V0R2Y0

info@overburyresort.com  www.overburyresort.com ph: (250) 246-9769

Monday
Jan272014

This Week at Thetis Island Marina & Pub

TUESDAY NIGHT IS DART NIGHT  6-8pm

Come on down and join us for a game of darts, some drinks and lots of laughs. Amateurs to  professionals (like our in-house champ, Kia) are welcome!

FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER SPECIAL  5-7pm

Dinner Special:

Friday January 31 - Fish Tacos (back by popular demand)

Served from 5-7pm, for the great price of $7.95!!

Drink Specials:

To complement the food a special on a glass of white wine for $3.95 or a pint of Bud lite for $3.95

Regular menu items are also available and include:

Assorted homemade  soups & meat pies

Call us at 250-246-3464 and reserved a table for your party, or just drop by.

We look forward to seeing you!

Sunday
Jan262014

Raincoast Conservation ~ Public Outreach Event

Forbes Hall ~ Friday, January 31st ~ 7PM - 9PM

Click on the poster to view full size.

Sunday
Jan262014

RSVP ~ Community Workshop Feb 6 on First Nations Culture

Dear Thetis Islanders,

Thetis Elementary school and the Thetis Island Parents Association (TIPA) are hosting a full day workshop on Thursday, Feb 6th called "Understanding the Village".  It is a participatory workshop on understanding the First Nations culture before and after colonization.

The event will be presented and facilitated by Denise Augustine, Director of Aboriginal Education for our School District and another District Staff member. Thetis Island school children (grades 3 and up), parents, teachers and interested members of the community are encouraged to participate in this powerful learning experience.

This is a full day workshop (8:30-2:30) that includes sharing lunch together as part of the event.  In the morning, the session will focus on the First Nations culture prior to the arrival of colonizers.
After lunch, the session will focus on changes that happened after the arrival of colonizers. The purpose of the workshop is to build cultural connections and understanding in a supportive environment. It is not about blame or shame.

We hope you will join us for this special learning opportunity. There is no fee but donations appreciated to cover lunch. Any offers to assist with lunch (prep, serving, clean up) or bring desserts are welcome, please let us know in advance. RSVP required by Sunday, Feb 2. Please RSVP by email to Arlene Kasting at info@overburyresort.com

--Kelly Bannister (on behalf of our school community)

Sunday
Jan262014

New Non-Stop Service between Nanaimo & Seattle - Kenmore Air

Starting March 3rd Kenmore Air will be starting a new direct service flying two round trips daily from Seattle’s Boeing Field to Nanaimo Airport.   The flight takes only one hour!  Kenmore Air has a co-ordinating shuttle service to Seattle Airport about 15 minutes south of Boeing Field.  Boeing Field is also very close to downtown Seattle.

Anna Gullickson, Nan Beals Niece, could be one of your Pilots : )

Click here for more information and flight times.

Saturday
Jan252014

Suspicious Boat

On Wednesday, I noticed a suspicious boat cruising the shoreline by our place. When the boat operators saw me watching them they turned around and left. They had approached the shoreline to within a few feet and one of the fellows had a boathook ready for use. 

The boat was a large orange-red inflatable, similar to a whale watching boat, single large engine with a tow arch over the stern. I would say the length was about 24 to 26 ft. Just in case there is a threat, please make people aware.

Thank you, P. Pardee 

Saturday
Jan252014

Traditional Herbal Medicine Making

A learning workshop sponsored by the Thetis Island Nature Conservancy (ThINC) with Della Rice Sylvester.

When: 1:00 pm, Sat. February 15, 2014

Where: 81 Blue Heron Road, Thetis Island, BC 

Cost: $80

This 3-4 hour workshop lead by Coast Salish Elder, Culture Keeper, and Traditional Herbalist Della Rice Sylvester will introduce you to basic herbal medicine making. Take home new, transferable skills as well as a natural respiratory aid and powerful anti-infection blend of mullein, comfrey, and more for your personal health support. Materials, tea, and snacks will be provided. 

There is limited space for this workshop. Please call ahead or email to pre-register.

Contact:  Stephanie Cottell            250-246-5269          stephanie.cottell@gmail.com

Saturday
Jan252014

Islands Trust News Release ~ Input on Proposed Budget

Friday
Jan242014

Camera Club ~ January 27th

Reminder -  Camera Club meets again:

Monday January 27th  7pm at Forbes Hall

Everyone welcome - info: Carol Sowerby 246 4042

Thursday
Jan232014

Burn It Smart ~ Wood Heat Workshop

The CVRD is hosting a free public education workshop on residential wood heating on Februaryb 13th. 

Please click on the woodstove for more information.

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck

Thetis Island Fire Dept.

Box 14-6, Thetis Island

BC, V0R 2Y0

cell:  250-252-0544

Tuesday
Jan212014

Burns' Night ~ Thank-you

Very many thanks to all who came out to help celebrate the life of Robbie Burns, and a special thank you to the many wonderful helpers whose efforts made the evening the great success it turned out to be.

Hope to see you all again next year!

Photos submitted by Adrienne P.  

If anyone else has photos of the night that they'd like to share, please send them to editor@thetisblog.net.