From the Library

The library is open during the Christmas Fair. Come check it out!

Sunday from 1-4 I will be serving tea and treats in the library.

Friends of the Library will open the library Monday 10-1.

Missing.
The Wire season 2 dvd
Orphan Black season 1, disc 1, dvd
Boardwalk Empire season 2

Celine

TIVFD Food Drive

The TIVFD Food Bank Drive starts December 1st, Sunday and will run to Wednesday December 18th. 

We will have a box out in front of the firehall for your donations. We will bring the donations inside daily.  Food donations must not be expired

Christmas wrapping and sticky tape, ribbons, new Holiday Season cards etc. are also welcome.
Toiletries and toys are also appreciated. They must be new and not wrapped.

Top 10 food donations:

1.    Peanut Butter- High in protein and enjoyed by children and adults alike, peanut butter is the MOST requested food donation item.

2.    Canned Meats- Canned chicken is a hearty and wholesome way to add protein to a quick & easy meal! Canned tuna and salmon provide essential vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids.

3.    Canned Beans- High in fibre and protein, canned beans are a satisfying and tasty way to add some additional substance to any meal.

4.    Pasta & Pasta Sauce- Filling, wholesome, kid-approved, and easy to prepare! Pro Tip: opt for pasta sauce in cans instead of glass jars.

5.    Canned Vegetables- Veggies are always in high-demand at food banks! They have a long shelf-life, they are nutrient-rich, fibre-dense, and they are the easiest way to add a healthy option.

6.    Pantry Staples- This one often gets overlooked! Almost as important as having food, is being able to properly prepare it! Food banks are always running low on flour, sugar, spices, salt & pepper, condiments, and cooking oils!

7.    Healthy Cereal- It's often kids and seniors who eat cereal for breakfast because it's fast & simple to prepare. Food banks wind up getting a lot of the sugary stuff, but it's important for both kids and seniors to start their day with vitamins, minerals, and fibre.

8.    Healthy "After-School" Snacks- Applesauce cups, granola bars, whole-grain crackers, etc.—wholesome foods that don't need to be prepared that a hungry kid can just grab off the shelf.

9.    Baby Formula- Another high-demand item because baby formula is pricey, and not every mother is able to breastfeed. Many families get government assistance with formula, but it never hurts to have on hand.

10.                  Baby Food- Same with the formula, food banks are always happy to have some healthy options available for infants, just in case.

It is a tough season for many and all donations will help ease the burden many families have in choosing between food and some festive gifts for loved ones.

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

Blue Cottage Bread at the Christmas Market

Will be at the Christmas market come say hello and pick up any of these freshly baked items.

Sourdough breads including:

Seedy multi grain with flax, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, Rye caraway and fennel, Jalapeno aged cheddar, Sourdough white

Yeast breads including:

Harvest white, Multi grain Seedy , French baguettes

Biscotti:

Gingerbread, double chocolate pecan, cranberry almond, pumpkin chocolate

Luscious double chocolate fudge brownies 

And more...

See you there!

Season's Greetings, 

Tracy Higgins

What's Fresh @ Jollity Farm?

Open Saturday 10 to 1

Salad
Kale
Chard
Cilantro
Fresh ginger
Carrots
Potatoes
Onions & Garlic
Winter squash
Beets
Cabbage

A few bottles of Jolly Green Sauce available!
On the kombucha tap: Botanical Pear

With thanks, Jollity Farmers

Herbs and Hot Stuff

GD's Herbs and Hot Stuff is ready with some fire sauce and hot peppers to keep you warm! There are also blended dried seasonings made with home grown herbs - Italian seasoning, herb blend, steak seasoning, grill rub and seafood rub. Plus, there are limited quantities of fresh and dried herbs and hot peppers available.

CHAGA! Harvested in Quebec > Chaga chunks $9.00 per 4oz, Chaga powder $7 per 2oz, and Chaga Tea Bags $8.00 for 10 bags each of which makes more than a few cups.

NEW this week -beautiful cedar plant stands - locally crafted and sourced.

There are a few pieces of pottery from Clayfoot Crockery at 50% off, some celtic knot earrings, necklaces and bracelets and some gently used sheets, towels and miscellany.  

Also for sale is a hydroponic system for $75.

Serve yourself sale at 161 Pilkey Point in the White Peony building.

11 am till 3 pm daily.

Sunday Brunch at the Pub

Tomorrow, Sunday December 1, come join us at the Pub for Brunch from 11-1

We'll have a breakfast-only menu with items such as Classic Eggs Benedict, Vanilla Bourbon French Toast, old faithful Bacon and Eggs, and more!

With Mimosas and Spanish Coffee on special, come enjoy a cozy morning out and get your breakfast fill!

Hope to see you there, 

Kelsey, Chef Joey, and the Thetis Island Pub Team

Christmas Market and Social: Beverage Station Menu

Christmas Market and Social: Lunch Menu

TICA Merchandise at the Christmas Market

On Saturday, stop by the TICA table to say hello and to see what’s new.

The 2025 calendars are ready; pick yours up if you’ve already pre ordered.

Calendars: $25

Thetis Island Maps - three sizes will be available, small, medium, and large.

T-shirts, Hooded Sweatshirts, Ball Caps and Fleece Blankets

Fresh off the printing press is a new order of t-shirts with a simple Thetis Island tree logo

These are available in a variety of colors for women, men, youth and toddler.

There will be a sampling of hooded sweatshirts in a variety of colors and sizes.

Sweatshirts can also be ordered in your preferred color and size.

As well, there are long sleeve and short sleeve t-shirts complete with an image of Maynard Johnny Jr. 's art installation which is featured on the exterior of Forbes Hall Community Centre.

TICA donates 5% of the proceeds from these t-shirts to Hope and Health, a charitable organization that Maynard supports.

The donations support sports programs for Penelakut youth.

Proceeds Benefit TICA’s Back into the Black Debt Reduction Initiative

ThINC at the Christmas Market

Hello Thetis Islanders!

ThINC will have a table at the Christmas Market this Saturday, where we'll be selling our 'Hot off the Press' ThINC logo tshirts for kids and youth, and very cute onesies for infants, with a variety of sizes and colours in-stock! We'll also have among our offerings, beautiful nature-inspired cards by Marcie Welsh, fun magnets and buttons by Keya Welsh, our ever popular sea life coloring books, and ThINC adult tshirts (available to order),

Come by our table to renew or purchase an early-bird membership for the 2025 year. This year, we're simplifying the membership options and are offering only an annual membership: $25 per adult and $50 for a couple or family. Your membership supports our nature education, stewardship and community science programs and includes a subscription to our newsletter, The Ripple; voting privileges at our AGM; and a place on our email list for notices about upcoming events. We're already planning our 2025 summer Nature House program where everyone is welcome!

Thank you for your ongoing support. We look forward to seeing you at the market!

ThINC Team

Thetis Elementary Fundraiser

Dear Thetis Island Humans,

Hi, it’s me, Athenia! I’m so excited about our school fundraiser at the Christmas Fair tomorrow. We’ve been working really hard, and we have so many fun things for you to see and buy!

Find Us First!

We asked for a table too late, so there wasn’t room inside—but that’s actually great because we’ll be outside the front doors on the right! Please visit us first before spending all your money inside:). When you buy from us, we offer free, earth-friendly gift wrapping and can hold your baked goods until you’re ready to leave. It’s our way of saying thank you!

Gift Basket Raffle

We’ve made a special gift basket with art cards, one of my felted pictures, and yummy baked goods. You can buy tickets for a chance to win, and we’ll let the winner know at the end of the day.

Art Cards

Each student made unique art cards, perfect for Christmas or sending a kind note. I also made needle-felted art pictures of forests, ponds and even sailboats for sailors (because I’m a sailor too!). Half of the money I earn will go to the fundraiser.

Baked Treats

We have lots of yummy treats, including:

Spice loaf cake, Lemon squares, Gluten-free black bean brownies (healthy and delicious!), Rice Krispie squares (please don’t buy all of them!)

Special traditional Czech baking my mom can tell you about.

Purdys Chocolates

You can still order Purdy’s chocolates—they’re perfect for gifts or just for yourself!

We’re trying to make everything earth-friendly, using natural and sustainable materials. This fundraiser is super important for our school, and we’d love your support.

Thank you and see you there!

Athenia and Sparkles ( because I do everything with my dog).

Jams and Jellies

I will be selling my jams and jellies at the Christmas Market Saturday 30th. I have an assortment ready to give of both sweet and savory jams and jellies. Also will have individual jams and jellies with cute little hats.

You can also buy my jams and jellies with colourful hats at Telegraph Harbour Marina Cafe and Store.

Gloria Taylor