Watch for a Goosey in the Parade today!

Have fun everyone and stop by after the Parade or on Sunday if you like. The Shop will be open both days from 10am to 4pm.

Another great variety of items arrived this week, antique trunks, a tambourine, a crokinole board, a spiffy hobo bag, a Stanley growler, and a unique moon and stars mirror to name a few!

Thank you,

Nan Beals

Thetis Island WUI-Ready Fire Department

On August 26th we received verification from the Fire Underwriters Survey (FUS) that the Thetis Island Fire Department is a WUI-Ready (Wildland Urban Interface) fire hall.

This initial assessment provides a framework to expand on the collection and aggregation of more detailed wildfire risk and preparedness quantification, as well as providing a differentiator between communities preparing to mitigate the risk (as provided through the Canadian Fire Insurance Grading Index and the in parallel provided in the FUS Community Portal) and those still assessing or preparing to assess the risk.

The following main areas cover the initial evaluation of the ability of a community’s fire hall to provide a level of wildfire specific response. These initial five areas of focus are based on the report by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Wildland/Urban Interface: Fire Department Wildfire Preparedness and Readiness Capabilities.

• Community Wildfire Protection/Resilience Plan (CWPP/CWRP)

• Rapid initial attack and early resource ordering

• Appropriate wildland and WUI fire apparatus

• Wildland Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Trained and qualified personnel

Your Fire Department and Fire Fighters have worked hard to attain this level of a WUI-Ready Firehall. With most of the support through donations to and grants from the TI Volunteer Fire Fighters’ Society we have been able meet this standard for the good of the community. We are very pleased to share this news with you.

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck, Deputy Chief Chad Kerr
Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

What’s Fresh at Jollity Farm

Open Saturday 10am-1pm

Oh... the colours and textures of harvest season! Plan your meals with our weekly fresh list.

Salad greens
Kale
Chard
Tomatoes
Beans
Carrots
Winter squash
Turnips
Herbs
Blueberries
Strawberries
Cucumbers
Sprouts
Green onions
Beets
Zucchini
Peppers
Garlic
Beets
Radish

With thanks,

Jollity Farmers

Found: Key

A key on a twist tie was found in the Forbes Hall parking lot. It is on the table in the entry.

‘Brellas Up! Parade Rain or Shine

We are west-coasters! A little moisture or even a downpour doesn’t mess with our fun!

Dazzle up your rain jacket, umbrellacitize your float and make merry while the sun shines or raindrops keep falling on your head.

The piper will start the parade at 11 sharp so line up on Mission Road at 10:30. Deck chair audiences should expect us coming down the hill by 11:10.

Don’t forget the Extinguisher Clinic at. 1:30 at the Firehall.

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck
Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Reminder: PARADE TOMORROW!

Yoga: 10am Saturday @ Forbes Hall

Join me for Saturday morning slow Yoga flow, listening to some tunes while we connect full body movement with breath, creating space in our minds, bodies and hearts

Bring a mat, maybe a cushion for extra padding and your lovely energy ✨

Karen
kareneroff@gmail.com
778 688 4102

Pot Heads and Hot Heads – What?

Did you know that we have dedicated teams of volunteers that ensure Forbes Hall Community Centre is open during major Power Outage events and High Heat events?

Powers Out Team (POT Heads) – thanks, Andy Lamb, for the moniker!

These volunteers turn out to make sure that the Hall is open as a warm space for people to be during major Power Outages, providing washrooms, light and, often, warm beverages and snacks.  Having a safe place to be where you can sit quietly with book, or enjoy a more social area with others, whether doing puzzles, playing or just visiting, helps make those long days easier to manage. 

HOT Heads - a good name for the volunteers who open the air-conditioned hall during High Heat! 

During High Heat when the daytime temps go 29° or higher and the overnight lows are not expected to go to 16° or lower, a team of these volunteers is put together to ensure the hall is open as a cooling center. The high and low temperatures are clinically determined; our bodies need to have several hours in cool temperatures to stay healthy. Additionally, there is a HEPA air purifier in the Library providing clean air during smoky weather.

During these hours, the hall may be open due to a community activity taking place instead of volunteers.   The doors are open for others to use the space respectfully while the activities occur. Dependant on conditions, some days will be open all-day while others just while the activities are happening.  Each day and hours of availability will be posted.

Forbes Hall was built by and for the community.  These openings are an example of the generous nature of our community; we are appreciative of the facility and the volunteers!

Margaret Woodhouse

Co-ordinator

Harvest House Food Bank on Thetis on Saturday

Harvest House Food Bank van and volunteers will join Saturday’s parade.

Non-perishable food items & never-used toiletries will gladly be accepted at the end of the parade route.

Thanks for your generous support in advance.

Rodney Brownlee

KEYS Found

A large and heavy set of keys found at Pilkey Point and Holly Berry.

Text or call Michelle Black to claim. 250-715-8942

Seeking Possible Pickleball Partner

My sister-in-law would love to play pickleball, but did not bring her paddle?  She says she is an "advanced beginner." (she just did pickleball camp) anyone interested in playing with her (she would also need a paddle).

Kathleen McGarvey lot 6, mcgarve@gmail.com 604 6572921

Ride Needed on Sunday

Hello, It’s Lolo from Telegraph Harbour Marina,

I’m looking for a ride to Nanaimo on Sunday on the 10.40 ferry.
Please let me know if anyone is going that way.

Text me at 250 816 3918 OR come say hi at the cafe.

Thank you,

Lolo