From the Library

A Friend of the Library is available Saturday 10-1, Sunday 1-4 tea and treats, Tuesday 12-1.
Enjoy your lovely island library.

Celine

Announcement of the Passing of Bill Korol

The Unger and Korol families announce the passing of William (Bill) Korol on December 8, 2025. Bill and Catherine were long-time residents on Thetis Island. Bill served on the TIRRA board, as well as organizing the Thetis Island Open Annual Golf Tournament. He enjoyed playing tennis, walking, kayaking and taking part in a variety of community activities. They treasured their ocean side home and hosted many friends and family over the 35 years they lived on Thetis.

Susan and Karl Unger

Capernwray Office Closure Notice

Dear Island Neighbours,

The Capernwray Harbour Main Office will be closed from Tuesday, December 16th until January 6th, reopening on Wednesday January 7th. This is due to the Capernwray Staff Team being on a Break during these weeks. If you need to contact us during this time, you are welcome to call our office on 250 246 9440 and leave a voicemail, as someone will be checking these.

Thank you for your understanding and from all of us here, a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Capernwray Harbour

Looking for Dry Firewood Donations

I am collecting Dry firewood to be delivered to Ancient Forest Defenders this coming week. An arm load, wheelbarrow load or a truck load, all appreciated. I can pick up on Sunday or Monday, at your convenience.

Thanks for your help.

Phone Wayne @250-246-2184 or email sunrisegrail@gmail.com

Craft and Bake Sale

Saturday, December 13th from 10 to 2 at 161 Pilkey Point Road. 

Come in and sample some locally sourced hot herb tea and shortbread.

Check out the pottery, Celtic knot jewellery and Granny D's Fire sauce, seasonings, herbs and peppers. Next up are homemade CHOCOLATES, sourdough bread, shortbread, rum balls, gluten free shortbread, cookies and more....

And, on the Filipino food agenda:
Hermida will be offering cheesecake cupcakes, egg custard, banana fritters, bagel bites & chicken with rice.

Mercy will have apple pies, bumbleberry pies, citrus almond lemon loaf, vegetable curry puff, pineapple marmalade, blackberry jelly, blackberry apple jam.

There is a hydroponic system for sale for $75, a treadmill for free and some free rosemary.

See you there. Questions - darsenau@gmail.com

Announcing New Years Eve Dinner

We are pleased to open reservations for Chef Murray's delicious fixed price three course dinner on December 31st from 4-7pm.

Menu:

Appy
Lobster Bisque ~ made in house

Main choice of:
Rosemary Crusted Rack of Lamb
Red Wine Demi, Roasted Herb Baby Potato, Pan-seared Asparagus,
House-made Waffle Chips
OR
Parmesan Crusted Swordfish
Prosciutto Lemon Sauce, Pan-seared Asparagus, Spinach & Dill Pilaf

Dessert Choice of
Grand Marnier Creme Brûlée
OR
Molten Chocolate Cake

Book now to reserve your preferred time.
By phone at 250-246-3464
or email at thetisislandresorts@gmail.com

We will not be accepting walk-ins that night; reservations only. Our regular menu will also be available.

Thetis Island Marina and Pub
thetisislandresorts@gmail.com
250 - 246 - 3464

Yoga with Karen - 10am Saturday

Last slow flow yoga class before next year, all donations from this class will go to the Christmas Food Bank drive, all are welcome, thanks everyone for all your lovely energy this year! Merry Christmas!

love,

Karen

Sunday Church

The speaker this Sunday the 14th is David Banks.
My Father and I, John ch 5.

10 AM at the Community Centre, all are welcome.
Further info---Ernie 250-252-0144.

We are also planning a Christmas Eve Meeting.

Soup's On December 17th: Help Needed

Wanted: People who like to move furniture.
When: Wednesday December 17th
Time: 10:30 ish
Where: Community Hall
Why: we are without the students of Capernwray Bible Centre to help.
What do we need to do? Set up tables so people don't have to sit on logs in the forest.
How many? The more the merrier. It is Christmas after all.

At this point we have our kitchen elves.
Please contact Gloria at quackf@telus.net asap if you are able to help.

If not you will get coal in your stocking!!

Gloria and Helen

What's Fresh @ Jollity Farm + Planning Ahead for the Holidays

We will be open this Saturday and next Saturday then closed for two weeks. We will be making lots of delicious things available at next week's market so you can stock up for the holidays. Stay tuned for a reminder email on Sat. night when we'll add Christmas baking, chutneys, extra veggies, festive ice cream, herbs and organic chickens to the order form. If you'd like to order up a holiday box of local provisions we'll have it all ready for pick up on Sat. Dec. 20.

Our first market back after the holidays will be Saturday, Jan. 10.

Chemainus farm shop and cafe holidays hours: Early closing on Dec.24, Closed Dec.25 & 26 and January 1.

Fresh at the farm this week:
Salad
Kale
Mustard greens
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Brussel Sprouts
Beets
Turnips
Onions & Garlic
Sprouts
Carrots
Red peppers
Jalapeno peppers
Eggs
Bagels

With thanks,

Jollity Farmers

Food Drive: One Week Drop Off Deadline

Thank you to all whom have donated already to our Christmas Food Bank drive. Your generosity is most appreciated.

The TIVFD will continue to accept donations in the boxes at the front door of the firehall on Mission Road. We bring them inside daily. Non perishable food items, small unwrapped gifts for children and or adults, hygiene and baby supplies, Christmas wrap, ribbons and sticky tape…all are welcome additions for individuals and families making the best of this season with limited funds.

The deadline for drop-offs is noon on next Wednesday, December 17th.

If you have a cheque for Harvest House Food Bank (remember, they can buy bulk at a discount to stock the food bank shelves as well as with your generous food donations) please contact Rodney Brownlee at 246-4303 and he will make sure they receive it.

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept

Soup’s On: Wednesday, December 10th

11:30 am until 1:00 pm

Gather at Forbes Hall for a very Thetis Island lunch...

Menu:

Braised Beef and White Bean Soup GF DF
Vegetarian Version Available GF DF
Farmhouse Bread
GF Seed Bread Available
Assorted Treats
Coffee & Teas

Suggested donation of $7 for soup, bread, treats and teas & coffee.

Soup’s On is entirely carried out by volunteers and, as one of the tasks is the program’s accounting, please do not pay with coins smaller than Loonies and Toonies, as all change must be counted and rolled.

For those who find large groups challenging, enjoy your lunch in this week’s designated quiet room, the Library.

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!

Menu remainders for take-out when available. Soup’s On also supports the Thetis Island Food Pantry.

Coupon Booklets of 10 for your convenience, $70.00

The Soup’s On Team