Seeking Donations for the new Playground

Great news - Thetis Elementary School will be getting a new playground this year! 

The school was fortunate to be awarded a government grant for $50,000 to support the purchase and installation of a new playground to replace the condemned facilities. While this sounds like a huge amount of money, the cost of approved playground equipment, shipping and installation is rather exorbitant.

The Thetis Island Parents Association is asking the community to consider a one-time donation of any amount to help offset costs of the new playground, which is designed to serve all children in or visiting our community. Our ambitious goal is to raise up to $4,000 from the community in one month, which the parents will match. Please consider helping us in this once-in-a lifetime opportunity to create a unique gathering place for families that will be used for decades to come.

Donations can be made by cash or cheque to the Thetis Island Parents Association, Box 14-7. For information please contact TIPA Treasurer Ron Bannister. Thank you!

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Great Canadian Shoreline Clean-up on Thetis

Everyone is Welcome to join us...

at the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup on Thetis Island.

When: September 15, 2012 9:00AM until 12Noon

Meeting Point: Community Dock

Location for Clean up: Preedy Harbour and Telegraph Marina

Be Safe.

Thank you for your participation;

Contact:

Capt.Harjinder Jangu

Sr.Master Rte 20

BC Ferries

Help make roads safe for our kids...

If you are a BC Automobile Association member, you can pick up a road safety sign free from any BCAA location.  The TIVFD will place them at appropriate spots on our roads if you drop yours off at the fire hall on Mission Road.  Thanks!

http://www.bcaa.com/kidsplaying

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck

Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department

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Extract from the BCAA website above:

More than 2,400 child pedestrians are seriously injured and approximately 30 are killed each year in Canada. Most of these injuries occur in September and October.

This back-to-school season, BCAA is offering "Slow Down, Kids Playing" signs, which can be displayed on residential properties. The signs are a reminder to drivers to pay close attention to their surroundings when driving through areas where kids are likely to be present.

Now available at all BCAA Service Centre locations across the province, the "Slow Down, Kids Playing" signs are free of charge for BCAA Members and only $5 for other B.C. residents.

Tips for drivers:

--Slow down and watch out for kids...

--Expect the unexpected...

--Let kids out on the side of the car closest to the sidewalk...

--Follow the rules of the road...

--Do not pass school buses when their red lights are flashing...

--Use extra caution in adverse weather conditions...

jollity FARM ~ Saturday 10AM ~ Noon

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2012 Annual VIHA Flu Shot Clinic

The Annual VIHA Flu Shot Clinic on Thetis Island at Forbes Hall will be held on NOVEMBER 1st from 10:45AM thru 'til 12:45PM.

There will be a slight departure from our past rushed, 45 minute window for inoculations due to ferry schedules. This year the Flu Shot Clinic will run from 10:45 a.m. to 12:45, giving residents a choice of when to arrive to roll up your sleeve.  As usual, the TIVFD First Responders will be on hand and the TIVFD Auxiliary will be offering refreshments after your inoculation.  Please mark your calendar.  We will be reminding you again closer to the date, but early planning means you wont miss out.

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck

SENIORS' DINNER SEASON BEGINS!

Reservations to be made by 5 PM Wednesday September 19th - send an email to donella123@aol.com or leave a note to Dee, Box 16-2. (You are responsible for payment once a reservation is made.)

Each 60+ senior may bring two guests. The cost is $18 paid at the door. Wine is $2.50 per glass. Liqueur and port also sold.

Menu to follow.

Soup's On ~ Meeting ~ Wednesday, Sept. 12 ~ 10:00AM

Soup's On is ready to start serving the community, once again. This will be our fifth season.

An organizational meeting is being held on Wednesday, Sept. 12th at 10:00AM at Forbes Hall.

Anyone is welcome to come and help out this friendly team.  The more cooks and helpers the better!

Come and join us and find out what we'll be up to this year.

Ann Dickie

Introducing ~ Upper Body Exercises at Forbes Hall

Starting Monday September 10th

Mondays 10:00AM ~ 11:00AM

Thursdays 11:00AM ~ 12Noon

Come join us for a twice weekly Upper Body workout.

The first Monday, trainer Tami August will join us to assess and recommend which type of excercises would be best for you.  There is no cost, just bring an exercise band or free weights.

Each morning before our workout, we'll be starting with a 15 minute Warm-Up walk.

For more information please call me at 250-246-3091

Gloria Taylor

Keith's Wine Notes has joined us...

Past newletters are posted for your enjoyment.

Yoga Classes ~ fall classes restart September 18th

Before we start a new fall season, I am going to take a week off to welcome home my honey and get some new moves together for an exciting new fall series, I am going to cancel Thurs, Tues, Wed, Thur classes beginning Sept 6^th, (this Thursday) thru to Sept 13^th.

Therefore the first fall class will be September 18^th, Tuesday at 9:30, arrive early to register, get ready to stretch towards new goals for the fall. 

Looking forward to seeing you,

Namaste, Dawn

Skate Park Rally ~ Chemainus ~ Friday Sept. 7

Park the Park  

Event Information:

It’s been almost 10 years since the idea of a skate-park was raised in Chemainus.
The rally is meant to get the park back in the conversation.  A family event showcasing the skate/bmx culture.

Riders of all abilities are encouraged to bring their “ride” bmx, skateboard or inline skates to Water wheel Park for a Rally to support the idea of finalizing the skate-park debate.

Friday 4-9 pm

The event is as follows.
Mini park set up with rails, ramps and half pipe ( North Cowichan supplied)

Skate/bmx films, music, skate demo’s concession stand, and sponsor give away prizes.

Raffles etc.  Mayor update on Park process followed by live alternative rock music bands.

** Riders must wear helmets and have a parent/guardian signed release waiver to use the mini park equipment.

Waivers are available on site or on line  facebook group ( address below)
·        4-630 free ride park, demo’s,  skate brand vendor giveaways.  Test your skills.
·        6:30 news about the park & raffle
·         7-9 live music (3 bands) alternative rock.
·        9 pm closing.

I need some volunteers for a couple hours..
For more information:  

Contact
Lynda Poirier
246-4504
Or join the conversation on Facebook
www.facebook.com/groups/parkthepark