Call for Gardens! Join the Thetis Island Sustainable Garden Tour

Hello Thetis Islanders,

As part of ThINC’s Nature Stewards Program, I’ve had the opportunity to visit some truly inspiring properties and gardens across the island. Each one has sparked new ideas and renewed excitement for what’s possible in my own garden.

That’s why, this summer, we’re launching the Thetis Island Garden Tour as part of the Nature House program - a celebration of the diverse and sustainable gardening practices thriving in our community.

Each week (/every other) throughout the summer, we’ll feature one local garden in an hour-long tour, led by the gardener themselves. It’s a chance to share knowledge, connect with fellow Islanders, and be inspired by the creativity and care in our own backyards.

In keeping with ThINC’s mission to support on-island food security and biodiversity, the tour will highlight sustainable gardening methods - whether you’re practicing waterwise techniques, experimenting with hügelkultur, innovating with compost, or growing food communally.

Would you like to share your garden?
If so, I’d love to hear from you! Please email me by Sunday, June 15th atcharlotte@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org with a short blurb about your garden and what makes it special.

Warmly,
Charlotte, ThINC Stewardship and Education Coordinator

Summer and Air Quality

As we step into summer we look forward to enjoying the great outdoors. However, recent history has shown us that summer also brings us forest fires and with them poor air quality. Indeed, during active wildfire seasons, wood smoke can become the largest source of air pollution in the province.

To help islanders deal with this issue on June 26th the Forbes Hall Health Group will be hosting a discussion on Smoke and Our Health, Population and Public Health, Island Health will be sharing information on heat and smoke. Along with the talk we will be hosting a workshop on Building Your Own Air Filter. This workshop is led and sponsored by the BC Lung Association and Simon Fraser University.

At the workshop we will see how to make an easy smoke filter to improve indoor air quality from fire smoke or airborne pathogens . There will also be free filter/fan kits provided for the first 10 participants.

For more information or to reserve your spot at the DIY workshop, please contact me.

David Reay
Forbes Hall Health Group
778-899-3216
davidreay@telus.net

Small Life Jackets/PFDs to Lend?

Hello Thetis Islanders,

My twin 10-year-old nieces will be visiting Thetis June 14-19 and I'm wondering if anyone has two small adult or youth life jackets/PFDs I could borrow so they can go kayaking with their cousins.

I can be reached atleahwinders@protonmail.com or by landline 250 246 3950 (no texts).

Thanks!

Free French Doors

Two French, exterior garden doors. Interior panes. No jam. Some rain damage on the bottom. 80 x32.

Celine
Valestrands@gmail.com
250-246-4349

Help Wanted

1. I'm looking for someone to clean the inside and outside logs on 2,600 sq ft log home. To be vacuumed.
2. Someone to do yard maintenance, mowing, whipper snipping, weeding, branch clean up.
3. Someone to clean machines in and out.
This work is on an island. Transport is provided.
Pay is rated on output.

Roger Garand
780 672 2201 text or call

Pizza at Telegraph Harbour Marina

Delicious pizza this Friday and Saturday evenings!
Please note that we are offering for take-out out and all orders must be placed in advance for your pizza by 4pm for Friday and Saturday and enjoy a fantastic meal at home, or have a picnic here on the grounds!
Call or Text the Cafe (778)-744-7565

Options for this week are the excellent,
* Mediterranean
* Meat Lovers
* Vegetarian
And introducing:
* Philly Cheesesteak (creamy sauce with steak bites, broiled peppers and onions)

Enjoy!

This Week at the Pub

Another week, another round of great food coming your way!

For lunch this week we have a PORCHETTA SANDWICH on focaccia with lemon aioli, mozzarella, and salsa fresca.

And for dinner on Friday and Saturday we have:

Appetizer:
GRILLED CAESAR SALAD WITH PRAWNS
Grilled baby gem with housemade Caesar dressing and a skewer of charbroiled prawns

Entree:
OVEN ROASTED HALIBUT
Local halibut with lemon caper veloute, braised spinach, baby potatoes, and grilled asparagus

Dessert:
CHOCOLATE BROWNIE
With walnuts, served with vanilla ice cream

And, Monday, June 9th we'll be open at 4pm for the hockey game, but will be closed as usual on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Kelsey. Chef Murray, and the Pub Team

Overbury Peonies

Peonies are blooming everywhere, enjoy your own bouquet.
$2 a stem from 9:00am-3:00 pm

At the entrance to Overbury Farm,
288 Forbes Road.

Arlene

Wanted: Mattress Boxspring

Looking for a queen size boxspring in good condition.

Please call Shelley at 403-636-1111 if you have one that you would like to part with.

Pub Open at 4 for Hockey

It's Hockey Night on Thetis!

Come on down at 4pm to cheer on the Oilers.

We'll have our full menu plus NACHOS on special and $5 Vancouver Island Brewing Lager cans.

Hope to see you there!

Thetis Island Pub Team

Celebrate World Oceans Day with Us!

World Oceans Day is coming up this Sunday, June 8th, and it's the perfect time to dive into all the reasons our oceans matter. The ocean gives us the air we breathe, regulates our climate, and supports an incredible diversity of life - including the creatures right off our own shores!

In celebration of this special day, we’re inviting you to a drop-in event at the Sea Life Centre at Telegraph Harbour Marina on Saturday, June 7th from 1-3pm. Come explore the fascinating world beneath the waves and meet the denizens who call the ocean home.

Keep posted to discover this week’s ‘Feature Creature’!

Questions?

Contact Amelia at amelia@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org

Telegraph Harbour Marina presents JAZZ ON THE JETTY

SAVE THE DATES
Saturday - Sunday, June 21-22

1 pm - 5 pm

JAZZ ON THE JETTY
Telegraph Harbour Marina is kicking off the first Weekend of Summer with great music, cold beer and hot snacks at our marina on beautiful Thetis Island.

Featuring: Wayne Kozak Band
With Guests: Anna McAndrew Trio