List of Repair Fair Participants on Saturday

Here is a list of what to expect:

Repurposing ideas and displays

Goosey Gander

Climate resilience ideas

Bike maintenance as well as help with planning bicycle trips

Computer and phone repairs/advice

3D printing

Visible mending, zippers, darning and knitting

Earring repairs

Ask Ernie anything

Small engine repairs

HELP (Health Equipment Loaner Program)

Knife and tool sharpening

Chainsaw sharpening and maintenance

Don't forget the lunch prepared by TICA's Food Services Committee

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Repair Fair, Saturday May 3, 10-2 Forbes Hall

Sunday Church

The speaker this Sunday the 4th is David Banks.

Paul's story, Acts 9 & 13.

10 AM at the community Centre, all are welcome.

Further info---Ernie 250-252-0144.

Getting Prepared for Wildfire Season

As you will have noticed from the rainfall statistics posted on e-Spokes yesterday, we are already in a drying trend. We have now moved up to MODERATE fire danger. If you have a yard waste permit valid until May 15th, please be aware that there is increased risk from sparks and embers and monitor your burn closely, with tools and water ready to extinguish and a phone available to call 911 if needed. 

Keep your campfires small in the evening and watch the wind. Your campfire is extinguished properly if you would have no worries about setting a baby’s bare bottom on it. 

One of the best preparations for Wildfire Season is to start or continue Fire Smarting your property. We have the Provincial Fire Smart program on Thetis Island and our Fire Smart technician, Stu Downey, is ready to assist you (250-210-2789).

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept

To All Mooring Buoy Owners Around Thetis Island

T.I.M.A. has become aware of a number of mooring buoys in the Harbour that appear to be unmarked, in disrepair or possibly abandoned. 

In the interest of safety, navigation, and good stewardship of the harbour, T.I.M.A.is working to ensure that all buoy owners have a way to ensure their buoys are correctly and clearly marked and that ground tackle is inspected/maintained regularly.

If you are unsure about the status of your buoy or need a hand, we are happy to help!. We can assist with the inspections, sourcing or applying proper markings (i.e., name and telephone number) locating your buoy and registered on the TIMA mooring map. 

Let’s work together to keep Telegraph Harbour safe, organized and enjoyable for everyone. 

tima@thetisisland.org

Reid White

Darts @ Thetis Marina Pub

Friday eve will be good again for darts. all the goodies there also.

hope to see you there. at the Thetis Marina pub

5:45 pm

Hortensa

Free - Gravity Rider Voit 400 Stationary Exercise Bike

If interested, Google: Voit 400 Gravity Rider Instructional Video 

It's in perfect condition, just not in use anymore. 

Call Lynn after 8 am - 250-246-2176

For Sale: Several Items

Trampoline, right in time for summer fun! 12-foot circle, Spring Free Safety Net. $950

Garmin Nuvi for your summer road trips; GPS/like new, big screen, ready to plug in. $75

Antique trunk great for decor or blanket box. Black colour. Must see. $75

Antique metal corrugated gas cans. Small medium and large. $20 each or $50 for all 3.

Yamaha Saxophone. $450 

All reasonable offers considered.

Text 2502520699

Chris F.

Specials at the Pub

Another weekend is upon us!

We've got darts tonight as well as some great specials for today and tomorrow.

Appetizer: GREEK BAKED PRAWNS, dilled tomato sauce, feta cheese

Entree: HUNTER SIRLOIN STEAK, creamy bourbon sauce w/ shallots, wild mushrooms, and bacon on a AAA sirloin steak with cream cheese smashed potatoes and seasonal veg

And if you're joining us for lunch this week, we've got a ROAST PORCHETTA SANDWICH on ciabatta with arugula, mozzarella, and Italian salsa verde. 

Hope to see you there!

Kelsey, Chef Murray, and the Pub Team

Pollinator and Perennial Starts for Sale + More Dahlias!

Some unique starts for your perennial gardens, pick up this weekend:

Figwort:

A prolific and fascinating perennial you may have seen at the PAG or in our bouquets. Its flowers are tiny cups that smell like peanuts, and the pollinators go absolutely wild for them. Likes full sun to part shade and can tolerate wet soils.

Available in 4” ($7) and gallon pots ($15)

Sea Holly:

Another bee favourite, Sea Holly is easily recognized by its gorgeous iridescent blue spiky flowers. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established.

Available in 4” ($7) and 1/2-gallon pots ($15)  

Kaleidoscopic Grex Kale:

Dreams can come true, a kale that comes back year after year!

Large striking plants with variegated leaves. Edible at all stages: early leaves in salad, later season leaves cooked or as wraps, and of course sweet broccoli-like flower shoots.

Available in 4” pots ($7) 

Dahlia tubers:

There are a few dahlia tubers left! The “Farm mix” contains x5 orange, white and pink colour flowers, $18.

Sprouting and ready to plant. 

Please email Aimée to order aimee.vand@gmail.com.

Pick up at Jollity Farm kiosk or at the Saturday market. 

*PS I’m open to trades! Seeking hot pepper starts, amongst other things… :)*

IMPORTANT SPECIAL NOTICE: TODAY, 1 MAY 2025 (THURSDAY)

There will be numerous trucks patching our roads today (Thursday)! 

There will be loose gravel wherever they work! 

Please use caution around trucks and watch for loose gravel! 

Emcon Joe

Ping Pong, 7pm, Thursday

Come join us at Forbes Hall for ping pong Thursday nights from 7:00 pm till we get tired or 9:00 pm whichever comes first…

ping pong team

Great Lunch at the Repair Fair – Saturday, May 3rd

Yes, the TICA Food Services Committee will be providing a delicious lunch at the Repair Fair!

Come for the repair info, stay for the food. Or come for the food and stay for the repair info.

First though here is a short poem provided by Simone Luckham:

Blunt needles dancing, stitch by stitch,

Mending the garment with love and care.

Darning with laughter, bright and rich,

At the repair fair, joy fills the air!

A cheerful little rhyme to celebrate the beauty of fixing things together. Hope this makes you smile!

Repair Fair Lunch Menu:

$12 Soup with Salad & Bread

$12 Sandwich with Salad

Soup: Greek-style Lentil Soup with fresh herbs & Feta garnish

Sandwich: Grilled Turkey & Provolone with pesto-mayo & roasted red peppers on a Ciabatta Bun

Salad: Rustic Veggie Chop - Mixed greens base with roasted sweet potatoes, marinated chickpeas & tofu, seeds & herbs, orange-cardamom dressing.

Most diets can be accommodated.

The Beverage Station will also be open for drinks and snacks.

Come to the Repair Fair, Saturday May 3, Forbes Hall 10:00 until 2:00

A presentation of the Community Climate Resilience Group