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Folding Chairs needed for tonight's SOAS concert ~

Would anyone have folding chairs that they'd loan us for Saturday evening (Jan.10) ? We can pick up and return them. It would be very much appreciated. Call 246-2184.

Thanks, Maureen

Folding Chairs needed for tonight's SOAS concert ~

Would anyone have folding chairs that they'd loan us for Saturday evening (Jan.10) ? We can pick up and return them. It would be very much appreciated. Call 246-2184.

Thanks, Maureen

Robbie Burns Pianist Needed ~

We are looking for a pianist willing to play 3 or 4 Scottish songs while others sing along at the Robbie Burns supper event on Saturday, January 17th at Forbes Hall.  We're not needing a virtuoso performance......just someone to accompany enthusiastic singers. 

If you can fill the bill, please call Donna Stadt at 250-246-3141 or email donnastadt@gmail.com and we will be very grateful.

TICA & TIRRA Membership Dues

Now is the time to renew or take out membership in the Thetis Island Community Association and/or the Thetis Island Resident Ratepayers Association. Many of you will have received forms along with handy pre-addressed return envelopes. If you are new to our Island or did not receive a mailing, contact me, print one at www.thetisisland.net or pick one up in the Hunter Room/Library at our Community Centre\Forbes Hall.

TICA maintains and makes improvement to the Community Centre (Forbes Hall, the Hunter Room, Library, Community Kitchen, the multi-purpose tennis court/play area/event venue, the site gardens and grounds). Additionally, WiFi Internet access is available to all.

This well used busy place hosts activities ranging from pre-school, exercise groups, church services, luncheons, dinners, bridge, a variety of meetings and many other social functions.

Membership dues do not cover our minimum expenses to keep the doors open and maintain the grounds. The shortfall and improvements to the hall are supplemented by volunteer fundraising and donations. Please consider donating beyond the fee request amount. Any such donations over $25 will be acknowledged with an income tax charitable deduction receipt.

TIRRA is involved in ongoing public issues such as highways, ferries, community planning, administration of St. Margaret's Cemetery and the oversight of the solid waste system which is supported significantly by dedicated volunteers.

The two Associations join together to collect annual membership fees. Your support is appreciated.

Donella Smith, TICA-TIRRA Membership Records

donella123@aol.com

The Dinner Club ~ Sunday January 11th

Sunday, Jan 11th, Forbes Hall, all adults welcome to attend.

Seating at 5:30 pm.  $18 fee paid at the door.

Reserve by 5 pm Wednesday Jan. 7th so the cooks can go shopping.

email donella123@aol.com or leave a note in the drop box for Dee, Box 16-2.

Planned by TISC...Thetis Island Seniors' Committee

MENU:

Greens & Greens Salad with Buttermilk Dressing

Farmhouse Bread

Slow Roasted Chicken with Lemon & Garlic

Orzo Pasta with Fresh Herbs

Seasonal Vegetables

Apple Cake with Cream

Pot of Gold Decaf...Tea...Punch

"Refreshments Available"

Robbie Burns Night

deadline Jan. 13th (no tickets sold after that date because we need to order the food).

Please reserve your seat now to attend this wonderful event ! There will be TWO highland dancers, speeches, tales and toasts, not to forget the scrumptious meal expertly prepared by Nancy, Rick and Don Sinclair and Nettie Hayter.

Tickets $ 25.00 per person, cheques payable to TIMA, drop box 5-9, or contact Simone Luckham

Thetis Island Marina Events

Thetis Island Marina and Pub Friday night Dinner Specials resume this Friday, Jan. 9, 2015 with Burger Night served from 5-7 pm

Your choice of beef, lamb, salmon, chicken or veggie burger served with fries

A selection of appetizers and delicious desserts also available

Families and groups welcome

Reservations recommended  250 246 3464

Happy New Year!

Washing Machine for Sale

Frigidaire Top loader washing machine, Two-Speed, Heavy Duty

Good working order $75

Call Freya 416-0488

Wetlands Seminar

Restoring Wetlands and Streams to Clean Water and Control Flooding

Wednesday, January 7th, 7pm at the Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre

Tom Biebighauser will present on how wetlands and streams are being built across North America to clean stormwater and to reduce flooding.  The talk starts with simple rain-gardens and ends with advanced wetland and stream restoration projects.  The presentation contains many examples from BC.

Tom  Biebighauser has restored over 1,700 wetlands across British Columbia, Ontario, and in 21-States.  He has studied drainage for 32-years, learning from contractors who spent their lives destroying wetlands. Tom teaches practical, hands-on workshops across North America where participants learn about wetland restoration by becoming involved in the design and construction of naturally appearing and functioning wetlands.  He has written 3-books about wetland restoration, and instructs online and field college courses on how to restore wetlands.

Visit www.wetlandrestorationandtraining.com for information about the techniques he is using, and the training opportunities that are available.

Ann Eriksson

Men's Nightshirt Wanted

If anyone has a mens nightshirt , preferably with cap, that they would  be willing to let me borrow for a presentation at Burns Night, would you call Andy at 250-246-2132.

Andy t2462132@telus.net

SOAS ~ Jan 10th Event Details

Details for the SOAS soiree on Jan.10 are as follows:

Sunrise Road-bottom of the hill on the left

MENU (remember your plates, cutlery and beverage !)

      -  chicken enchiladas with red and green sauce (vegetarian alternative)

      -  mango/black bean/lettuce salad

      -  Spanish rice

      -  pineapple upside down cake

      -  tea/coffee

MUSICIANS

     -  www.grantsimpson.net

     -  www.kateweekes.com

DOORS at 5:30

DINNER at 6:00

SLIDE PRESENTATION of progress in Tanzania

CONCERT to follow with Grant Simpson on piano, Kate Weekes -guitar and vocals

Hope to see you there