Latest Meat Order Update

Hello eFolks of eSpokes!

The most recent meat order has arrived at Telegraph Harbour. We got another great buy on the beef cheeks, I cooked some of these up last week and they were just immensely flavorful and silky.

We've also topped up the Heritage New York Striploin, and the grass-fed grass finished top sirloin.

New arrivals are a beef dinner sausage (slightly larger, and a different flavor profile than the smaller ones we have) and some chop House beef burgers identical to the ones we used for the community barbecue this year. Absolutely delicious.

We're running out of room in the meals to go freezer to display all the options, so if there's something mentioned here that interests you, but you don't see it in the freezer; ask! There is likely back stock in the walk-in freezer.

If anyone has special requests for the coming week, please let me know. We are hoping to get allocation for grass-fed grass finished beef liver, kidney, and heart. But supplies have been thin on the ground.

ThINC Help Needed

Subject: extra hands needed!

I'm looking for volunteers this Sunday, November 17th to help me prepare the people's apothecary garden for the winter! 

There are two specific tasks that need doing:

1. Help load and unload one truck full of horse manure.

2. Drop off leaves at the PAG (lot 62 north cove road). If in bags, please drop off just inside the gate.

If you are able to help with either of these items, get in touch with me at charlotte@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org to discuss details!

Big thanks,

Charlotte, ThINC program coordinator.

Post Office Strike as of 15 November Friday

The post office will be open usual hours (below) today Friday, Saturday and Monday. During these 3 days we will endeavour to get all remaining parcels out. Monday Nov 18 we will decide on whether to remain open or close for the remainder of the strike.
Fred

Post Office information

Hours of operation

· Monday to Saturday

· 1000 am to 0500 pm (closed from 1200 to 1230 for lunch)

· Closed holidays

Services

All regular postal services except bill payments and any type of money transfer. We do not have the resources to offer this service.

Red drop box and post office boxes

· mail is sorted into the post office boxes between 0900 and 1000 am each morning

· if you want your mail to go out on a given day, have it in the red box before 0900 or bring it down to the post office before 1100 am

· exception: mail is picked up at 0900 am on Friday therefore it you wish your mail to go out Friday get it into the post office (not the red box) before 0500 pm Thursday

Mail and parcels

· according to regulations we are only supposed to keep mail and parcels for 2 weeks then we are to send it back. Obviously, we have not been doing that. If you are going to be away longer than 2 weeks, please let us know length of time so we can hold your mail. Depending on the length of time there could be a fee charged for parcels.

· please bring parcel tags to facilitate retrieving your parcels

GD’s Herbs & Hot Stuff

GD's herbs and hot stuff is ready with some fire sauce and hot peppers to keep you warm!

There are also blended dried seasonings made with home grown herbs - Italian seasoning, herb blend, steak seasoning, grill rub and seafood rub. Plus, there are limited quantities of fresh and dried herbs and hot peppers available.

There are a few pieces of pottery from Clayfoot crockery at 50% off, some Celtic knot earrings, necklaces and bracelets and some gently used sheets, towels and miscellany. 

Also for sale is a hydroponic system for $75.

New add-ons:  https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/chaga-mushroom

harvested in Quebec > chaga chunks $9.00 per 4oz, chaga powder $7 per 2oz, and chaga tea bags $8.00 for 10 bags.

Serve yourself sale at 161 Pilkey point in the white peony building. Check it all out from now till the end of the month from 11 am till 3 pm daily.

More information - darsenau@gmail.com

Weekend Specials and Grey Cup at the Pub

We've got some great specials waiting for you this weekend at the pub.

And if you visited us the last few days and we were cash only, that's been fixed and our payment machines and the ATM are back up and running.

We have a couple specials that will be available Saturday, Sunday, and Monday:

Rose Chevre Capellinirose style pasta infused with a hearty portion of fresh goat cheese, zucchini, arugula, and fresh tomatoes topped with prawns and fresh herbs. Served with a side garden salad.

Pepperoni pizza submozzarella, pepperoni, and house made marinara sauce baked inside a ciabatta bun served with your choice of side

Blueberry New York Cheesecake, house made blueberry compote served over a classic New York cheesecake

And come join us for grey cup on Sunday! Kick-off is at 3pm and we'll have nacho, wing, and beer specials!

Kelsey, Chef joey, and the Thetis Island marina team.

Sunday Church

The speaker this Sunday the 17th is Wayne Lee.
God is Good, Genesis 1:31.

10 AM at the Community Centre, all are welcome.
Further info---Ernie 250-252-0144.

Small, Deep Chest-Freezer

Free, works well.

Michael 

Text/call 250 436 3080

The Christmas Market is getting closer! Are you about ready?

If you’re bringing a table, we will need it by 10:30 on Friday, November 29th so that we can be ready for everyone to set up.  If you’re unable to get it to the Hall at that time, let us know and we can pick it up.  Names will be on the tables and we will have chairs for vendors.

A few things to keep in mind to make your day go more smoothly: 

• Bring a cloth for your table.  Something plain will display your creations more clearly.  
• If you can display things at several levels (like a box under the cloth) it makes your table more interesting to look at.
• Don’t put too much on the table - if the table is too cluttered, it’s hard to focus on individual items.
• Feel free to publicize your creations.  We are proud of our artisans and want everyone to see the wonderful things they can make.
• And don’t forget that float!

If you have any question, feel free to email us,

Eleanor Vandergaag - roneleanorv@gmail.com 

Pat English - puzzlnut@telus.net  

Marketing Committee

Found

A pair of leather work gloves found on the Dingly Dell trail. 

Contact:  leahwinders@protonmail.com to arrange pick-up.

Soup’s On: Wednesday, November 13

11:30 am until 1:00 pm

Gather at Forbes Hall for a very Thetis Island lunch...

Butternut Squash and Apple soup with chicken stock DF GF

Butternut Squash and Apple soup with vegetable stock DF GF Vegan

Toppings:

Sour cream

Parsley

Focaccia Bread (Vegetarian or DF Vegan)

Assorted Treats

Teas and Coffee

Suggested donation of $7 for soup, bread, treats and teas & coffee.

For those who find large groups challenging, enjoy your lunch in our new designated quiet room, this week it will be the Library.

Everyone is welcome to join us, seniors, seniors who don’t think they’re seniors, workers, families, and everyone who just wants a mid-day meal!

Menu remainders for take-out when available. Soup’s On also supports the Thetis Island Food Pantry.

Coupon Booklets of 10 for your convenience, $70.00

The Soup’s On Team

Canada Post Strike Update

It appears we will be getting mail ‘til Friday after which a strike may be called. I will keep you posted (pun intended).

Fred

Telegraph Harbour Marina Event

Please join us for a Formal Afternoon Tea Monday, November 18th at Telegraph Harbour Cafe.

Formal means Fun! Don your finery and frocks. There's a prize for the Best Tea Bonnet and even more surprises in the works.

Reserve your place for Tea and tasty treats, by contacting coordinator@telegraphharbour.ca with your name and number attending. Space is limited, $20/per person.