Annual Order of Local, Organic Blueberries

We are gathering up requests for local, organic blueberries again this year.

Delivery to Thetis is usually around mid to late August. Berries are picked at the farm, flash-frozen and provided to us in 10 lb boxes with a freezer bag liner. Boxes are about 12 x 10 x 8". There is a small chance we'll be able to get some of them fresh this year but only if we can time our pick-up perfectly to align with a harvest day.

Same price as last year when we order in volume together.

$64 / 10 lb box ($6.40/lb)

Please email your requests to info@jollityfarm.ca

With thanks,

Jollity Farmers and friends

Yard Sale This Coming Weekend (Sat & Sun, 8am)

Our friends, Debbie and Phil are moving to Nova Scotia. They don’t want to take anything with them for this move, so this Saturday and Sunday there will be a yard sale.

Starting at 8 am. Where?… the little red schoolhouse studio on Maple Lane in Chemainus. That’s a stone’s throw from the ferry. Please help them out by lightening their load.

Thanks.

David and Barbara

drivingmissdaisy.da@gmail.com

The People’s Apothecary Garden

Plant of the Week #13 - Sage

With over 900 species in its genus, Salvia, sage is a global herb with a long history of use as a spice and for health purposes. At the PAG we have several species, including common, golden, Russian, and meadow sage. Next time you visit, see if you can spot them in the garden.

Plant card: www.thetisislandnatureconservancy.org/single-post/plant-of-the-week

Plant of the Week #12 – Self-heal

Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris), aka heal-all, is one wild medicinal plant that everyone should know about! It is one of the better studied herbs and has even proven itself (scientifically) to be a potent little plant with many health benefits. You can now see them starting to bloom around Thetis, so get ready to forage!

Plant card: www.thetisislandnatureconservancy.org/single-post/plant-of-the-week

Charlotte Fesnoux

Phone Book Correction

Please make a note in your new phone book, that the correct number for the Jollity Farm Cafe & Shop in Chemainus should be 250-246-9188.

The number currently in the book is incorrect, and I thank the islanders who let me know.

And thanks to everyone for helping us keep the book accurate and up to date!

Veronica at veronicashelford@gmail.com  

Want to Buy 2 Kayaks

I am looking for 2 kayaks in good shape just for kayaking around Thetis.

If you have 2 you are willing to sell, I would love to hear from you.

Anne

Text or phone  236-997-0378

Available: Glass Terrarium

Sonic, the school turtle, has outgrown his octagon-shaped glass terrarium. Terrarium available for free (a donation towards Sonic's new school accommodation would be gladly accepted).

Available at the school, by arrangement. Dimensions: 90 cm across, 80 cm high. Includes pedestal. Photos on the Thetis blog.

Call or text Simone 250 246 4802

Rosie's serving us Authentic Mexican at Telegraph Harbour Marina

All of you, come down and share with us!

Enjoy Rosie's Tacos! From Sea to Si! To sing!

Of course, Open Mike. 

Bring along your instruments or sing along. Tap your feet or sample our new Foothills Ice Cream.

Wednesday, June 26th!!!

Times: Happy Hour 4-5 serving dinner by 5:30 and music all evening. $20 a plate, vegetarian option available.

Reminder: Strength and Fitness

Starts at 8:45 sharp today (Tuesday) only. Friday is back to 9am start.

Please come earlier to set up your equipment. Everyone welcome.

Michelle Sutter

Islands Trust Thetis Local Trust Committee Regular Business Meeting

to be held Electronically July 2, 2024 at 9:30 am

You are invited to the next Regular Business meeting of the Thetis Island Local Trust Committee which will be held electronically. 

Go to the Meetings and Events section of the Islands Trust website for links to "Attend", "Watch Live" or see the meeting agenda. https://islandstrust.bc.ca/event/thetis-ltc-regular-meeting-3-4/

To participate during Public Comments, click the "Attend" button or phone in using the toll-free numbers provided.  To simply watch with no participation, use the "Watch Live" link instead.  Details below:

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

Members of the public who do not have access to the internet may view the live stream in the Islands Trust Northern Office Boardroom, 700 North Road, Gabriola Island.

Lisa Millard

Meeting Administrator

BC Ferries Interactive Community Workshop: June 25th

• Date: Tuesday, June 25

• Time: 5:00 – 6:30 pm

• Location: Thetis Island – RSVP for full event details

Event description:

We’ve gathered a list of the feedback we’ve heard from your community and Ferry Advisory Committee. Now we need your help!

We want to understand which, of the many topics we’ve heard about, are most important to you.

Join us for an interactive workshop and help us shape the list of your community priorities.

More event details and RSVP can be found on: https://www.bcferriesprojects.ca/thetis-island

Event questions: engagement@bcferries.com 

Strength & Fitness

This Tuesday, 25 June only, will start at 8:45am sharp.

Please come earlier to set up your equipment. Everyone welcome.

Michelle Sutter

Margaret Armstrong, Celebration of Life, Thursday 27 June, 2pm

Margaret Armstrong passed away peacefully after 92 wonderful years on Sunday, 26 May 2024, in Duncan, B.C.

Born in a rural area once called Saskatchewan, Manitoba with a land section number on her birth certificate, she is preceded in death by loving husband Harry Armstrong, daughter Randi Armstrong and brother Jack Bergen.

Marg and Harry raised their family in Burnaby, B.C., for 28 years and spent many summers on Thetis Island where they eventually retired and enjoyed their final years. During their 40 plus years on Thetis they both will always be remembered for their work with the Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Dept. Marg cut the ribbon along with retired Fire Chief Pete Reese for the grand opening of the new fire hall. Marge also had a book published about the TIVFD called “A History of the Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department”

She loved to spend time with family, friends and she will be fondly remembered by her son Brent (Barbara Armstrong), granddaughters Brittany and Ashley (Brandon) and great grandsons Daryl, Bodie and Dane, respectively. Marg also had a special place in her heart for childhood friend, Betty, and best friend, Merry.

The family would like to thank the staff of Dove Hill Village in Chemainus for their compassion and kindness.

She will be deeply missed by her brother Ted (Dawn) as well as nieces and nephews.

Donations would be gratefully appreciated to Marge’s favourite charity “Wildlife B.C.”

A celebration of life will be held for Marg on Thursday, 27 June, 2:00pm at Forbes Hall Community Centre on Thetis Island.

Brent & Barbara Armstrong