Sunday Church - 4th February, 10am

The "on screen" speaker this Sunday the 4th is Max Lucado.

The work and ministry of the Holy Spirit.
Learning to act like a Christian.

10 AM at the Community Centre, all are welcome.

Further info---Ernie 250-252-0144.

Please Don't Shoot at Our Sheep!

Thursday late morning, we had a report of a person (wearing a red jacket), south of us, shooting an air gun at our sheep!  

While the sheep were missed (we hope), the bullets did hit our barn close to where people were standing and close to our propane-fuelled generator! 

Luckily our grandchildren were not playing at the farm at the time.

Unfortunately, this is not the first time. We have also noted shooting at geese as they fly over and at a Peregrine falcon that loves our long driveway for his dinner table.

We are all blessed by the creatures that inhabit our Island including ourselves.

Please stop shooting at our sheep and farm and at the wonderful creatures that enjoy it, including our family!

Howling Wolf Farm

Booster for Shingles Vaccine

A reminder to all who received a shingles vaccine the end of September.            

You need a second shot within 6 months of the first to have the best response. 

Call and book an appointment with your favourite pharmacist if you are due.

Michelle Sutter, 

Chair, Forbes Hall Health Services Group

Bingo February 23 (note the new times)

Hello everyone, Bingo this month is scheduled for February 23rd. We are starting and ending at new times and expanding the agenda to include a light meal. This is to make it possible for interested Penelakut bingo players to join in the fun.

New Start Time: 5:00pm (4:40pm ferry from Penelakut lands at 5:00pm)

5:00-5:30pm - light meal

5:30-7:30pm - Bingo

7:30pm race for ferry (7:50pm ferry from Thetis lands at Penelakut at 8:10pm)

For those new to our bingo. We will play 10 games; 9 partial boards and a final blackout game. Cards are 25 cents each, with the pot being 100% of the amount collected.

Snacks and beverages are available.

Ask anyone who has come to the bingos, it is fun. An all-ages event that provides an opportunity to meet other islanders.

Hope to see you there!

David Reay  <davidreay@telus.net> 778-899-3216

Available Storage Container on Island?

I am needing to move some furniture out of house due to reno (doing all floors in whole house). I have a garage, but I am now thinking we may need more room.

The quote to bring over a storage container from off island is pretty high. Does anyone have another suggestion? I was kind of wondering if anyone had a moveable container on island. The main cost was for the moving of the container. (close to $1000 each way with fuel charge and GST); the rental was cheap. $150 for 4 weeks.

Thanks for any ideas,

Kathleen McGarvey 604 657 2921 or McGarve@gmail.com

Rainfall Stats: January 2024

January 2024: 276.5 mm

January 2023: 149.6 mm

Average January: 180.5 mm

*****

Lowest January: 79 mm in 2009

Highest January: 379.7 mm in 2020

*****
Keith Rush

Wellpets Vets: Vaccine clinic, Sunday February 17

There will be a cat vaccination clinic held on Sunday, February 17th.

For an appointment please phone Dr Martin Randle on 250 436 0045 or email wellpetsvets@hotmail.com

Many thanks,

Martin

Eggs for Sale

2 dozen eggs available today for $5.00 per dozen.

Rod: darsenau@gmail.com

Request for Help with Moving Batteries, & Seeking Storage Space

Hello, 

I have some batteries over at my friend's house on Pilkey Point to the pub so I can put them back onto my boat. 

I also might need help at the end of February to move my stuff off my friend's property into a storage unit that I’m currently working on getting lined up. But if someone has space for storage on Thetis, I would be willing to pay for storage to make it easier to access my stuff. 

Please send email to jasmineeveanderson@gmail.com or text/call 250-619-1310

Thank you in advance, 

Jasmine

For Sale

Mounting Bracket for mini split heat pump....New. $45.... picture available.

text : 250 436 3080 or email : svstleger@gmail.com

Michael

Thetis Island LTC Regular Business Meeting, February 6, 2024 at 9:30AM

This meeting will be live streamed, recorded and posted to the Islands Trust website.

You are invited to the next Regular Business meeting of the Thetis Island Local Trust Committee which will be held in person at the Forbes Hall Community Centre.

Go to https://islandstrust.bc.ca/event/thetis-ltc-regular-meeting-3-2/

in the Meetings and Events section of the Islands Trust website for a link to the live stream or to see the meeting agenda.

Thanks, Wil Cottingham

Office Administrative Assistant

Robbie Burns Night - A Great Success

The great support provided by the community ensured that Robbie Burns Night was a resounding success. From the preparation to the meal, to the tributes, to the varied performances, islanders came together to honor the immortal memory of the great Scottish Poet.

The dinner was traditional Scottish fare with Haggis as the featured item. Many thanks to the kitchen staff for the preparation and service. The food was delicious, and the service staff worked hard to make sure everyone received the food in a timely fashion.

Islanders new and old stepped up to provide the toasts and accolades. Robbie Burns' life came to life in the reciting of his poetry and recounting of his life story.

We were entertained by highland dancers, a piper and our own local singers. All exceeded expectations, though Alyssa White, the four-year-old highland dancer easily stole the show. Both the dancers and the piper were very impressed by Thetis and committed to returning next year.

Thanks, in particular to everyone who came out for the evening and made it a sold-out evening. We are already looking forward to next year's Robbie Burns Night.

David and Georgina, on behalf of the Robbie Burns organizing group.