Forbes Hall Work Party - Thank You

A big thank you to all the folks who turned out to get Forbes Hall cleaned, tidied, and organized for the busy season we have coming up.  It was great to see the comradery and the “we can do this” attitude that was so apparent! It was a joy for the organizers to see so many gathered for a yummy lunch in the lovely fall sunshine.

Thanks to all those who took time to share their skills and time with the community. 

Ann Dickie
Chair – TICA Board

Soup’s On Starts Wednesday, October 5th at Forbes Hall

11:30 am until 1:00 pm (earlier if we run out)

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to gathering at Forbes Hall to enjoy a bowl of soup!
First lunch of the season: 

• Mushroom Barley Soup
• Cheese Scones
• Home-made Treats
• Teas and Coffee

Soup’s On started in September 2008 with the suggested donation of $5 per person, in 2022 we have been forced to face reality and, after much thought, have increased lunch to a suggested donation of $7 per person. 

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!

See you on Wednesdays!
The Soup’s On Team

We Did It!

We are grateful to all the wonderful people who came out to help us reach the final stretch (literally!).

It was an incredible feat of ingenuity and cooperation to move this awkward 3000 lb piece of rubber into a giant pond.

Little by little we folded and stretched, folded and stretched until we were able to move this massive burrito 90 degrees (with the help of a crane).  Then came the work to unfold and stretch, unfold and stretch up each slippery slope! Every person contributed so many great ideas, and pushed and pulled with all their strength and good spirit!

Check out our instagram page for a few shots and videos of the progress
 https://www.instagram.com/habitat.farm/

Thank you Thetis Islanders for really helping to make this a community farm!

Elisabeth & Noah

Tai Chi Cancelled

Mondays Tai Chi class has been cancelled,

I have a cold I'll keep to myself,

apologies,

Carol

Veggie Flash SALE Monday

We have a lot of 'seconds' plus things harvested on Saturday that we'd
like to share with you.
Bulk bags, discounted prices!

Some of the things on offer:
Big bags of salad
Eggplant
Cucumbers
Zucchini
Tomatoes - large and small
Jalapenos - yellow and green
Leafy green bunches
Basil and other herbs

KIOSK will be stocked from 1-7pm.
Add your purchases to your regular account or use the dropbox.

With thanks,

Jollity Farmers

Ride Request - Tues. Oct 4th 11:05am ferry

I’ll be walking on the 11:05am ferry Tuesday so just thought I’d see if anyone is travelling north to Ladysmith or Nanaimo off of the same ferry. Looking for a ride to Nanaimo airport for 3pm flight and happy to provide gas $s.

If not, no worries at all and have a great day everyone! Best way to contact me is to email me at keya.white@gmail.com or text/voicemail 250-278-2778 (cell on airplane mode most of time on Thetis.)

Thanks again.

Keya White

Lawrence Valley Loop Trail Work Party: Tues Oct 4 & Thurs Oct 6

Tuesday, October 4th and Thursday, October 6th.   

We need help to get the Lawrence Valley Loop in good shape.  We will be dealing with brambles and overgrown grass on the trail as well as removing invasive burdock and pruning back blackberries and wild roses.  

Pruners and loppers are all you'll need to bring. 

Meet at the firehall at 9:00 - see you there!

Trail Committee

Forbes Hall Library Hours

Hours when an attendant is on duty:

Saturday 10:00 am until 1:00 pm

Sunday 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm

Monday 10:00 am until 1:00 pm

Free: Black Plastic Chairs

There are a few dozen very serviceable Black Plastic Chairs available for free at Forbes Hall.

They’re stacked adjacent to the driveway at the front of the hall.  Take a couple, take them all!  Just please leave any remainders tidy when you’re done.

TICA

Items for DSale:

Queen size mattress, box spring & frame - one year old and in excellent condition. Spring Air Genesis Plush Euro Top Chiro Comfort Collection mattress is made in BC. Features: 3-Zone 1200 pocket coils that minimizes motion transfer and reduces pressure points; Aloe vera infused fabric that provides a soft comfortable breathable top; Foam encased solid sleep edge. Asking $350 for the set (mattress + box spring + frame).

Oak wardrobe cabinet - made in Canada and very well built. Two drawers on the bottom of the cabinet with dovetail joints. Dimensions 44"W x 50"H x 23.5"D. Excellent condition. Asking $50. 

Leather and wood accent chair. Ivory color leather cushion with curved oak wood legs. Good condition. Asking $45.

Propane Outland Firebowl with tank. Good condition. 10 ½”H x 18 ¾ circular dimension. Great for a patio. Asking $60. 

BBQ - Jackson Grills, made in Duncan, BC. Small grill, good for camping or on a boat. Dimensions 18”W x 11”H x 16”D. Good condition. Asking $50.

2 small wheel dollies. Each dolly has 4-wheels. Dimensions 16”x12”x4”H. Handy in the garage or for moving small furniture around. Asking $10 each. 

2 plastic lawn chairs, foldable, white. Good condition. Asking $5 each.

Contact Linda at lkmichals@gmail.com or 403-589-7640 if interested and for pictures and/or further details.

Reminder: Work Party at Forbes Hall – Saturday, October 1st 10:00 am

Join other islanders in helping to get Forbes Hall ready for the busy season.
There’s a list of items to be done, and there’s sure to be one that will be suitable for you to help with.

See you on Saturday!
Ann Dickie    

Jollity Pond Project... the final STRETCH!

We had the most incredible turnout to help with the big pond liner lift last Sunday. A huge thank you to everyone who came out. Just like a good old barn raising, this liner lifting truly showed the power of many hands to do great things.

Unfortunately we have one more lift to be done in order to finish this off before the rains come.
Could you help us with a little tug, roll, tuck and heave ho this Sunday please?

Some of the brilliant engineering minds on Thetis have done some mind-melding and come up with a great plan on how to complete the project. As before, it will require many hands working together for the final turn and stretch.

If you have the time and energy (and leaf blowers) to spare, we would be so grateful if you'd be willing to lend some hands.

We will gather SUNDAY MORNING AT 9:30 AM so we can get it done early and before the heat of the day.

With thanks, Jollity Farmers!
Questions, confirmation to info@jollityfarm.ca or 250.415.0101