Thanks, Thetis, for Family Fun Day

A huge thank you to everybody (and there are too many to list) who contributed to Family Fun Day ~ what great community event!

To the many volunteers make this a especially fun day every year, we couldn't do it without you ~ thanks a million,

TICF Board

Forbes Hall open for Cooling Today – Sunday, August 9 until 4pm

Cooling Center Time

Forbes Hall will be open for cooling today until 4:00.

Margaret Woodhouse

Sunday Church

The speaker for Sunday the 9th is Carson Cole.

What Jesus would like us to do.

10 AM at the Community Centre, all are welcome.

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

Nature House - Today's Events – Sunday, August 9

Here's what's on today!

9-11am Harvest Hours (all ages)

Location: The People's Apothecary Garden, Lot 62

This week's harvest: Wild Bergamot (Bee Balm), Borage, and Blue Vervain remain the stars of the garden. And a new one to watch - Plantain seeds are ready to harvest! Rich in mucilage, they swell when wet to gently support digestion and keep things moving!

The PAG is open during daylight hours - plant card decks organized by category are in the box on the back of the gate. Join us during Harvest Hours when we're on hand to guide you through what's ready and how to use it.

2pm Music in the Forest (all ages)

Location: Fairyslipper Forest Nature Reserve

What happens when musicians take their instruments into the forest? Come find out. On Sunday afternoon, wander the trails of the Fairyslipper Forest Nature Reserve as drums, fiddle, and more weave their way through the trees - an immersive experience where music and nature meet.

The Fairyslipper Forest loop is 2.5km with mellow gradients and a well-maintained trail. Parking is limited - carpooling or alternative transport is much appreciated!

Charlotte Fesnoux

Member of the BC Legislative Assembly coming to Thetis – Saturday, August 29

What is a parade without a politician? On August 29th Debra Toporowski will come to Thetis Island to participate in our parade and meet with the community.

10am to 11am

First, Debra will join the Thetis Island Parade as we celebrate our new Fire Truck and participating community organizations.

11am (after the parade) to 1pm

Second, Debra has arranged a table at the Howling Wolf Market.

2pm to 4pm

Finally, Debra will meet with Islanders at Forbes Hall to hear their issues and concerns. Light snacks will be provided.

If you have specific issues of importance to you or your group, I encourage you to send them to me in advance. I will forward them to her staff to properly research the issues and ensure Debra can provide an informed response.

David Reay

Family Fun Day – TODAY - 10AM to 2PM at Forbes Hall

Hope to see you there!

Bring a smile, see a smile, shake a hand, dunk a friend, play with others, eat with others, renew friendships and sustain friendships.

Field Games at 11AM, Lunch is $10 (cash preferred, e-transfer can be accommodated).

We are doing it all with our ThINC and TIVFD partners, plus many dedicated volunteers.

Thanks to all who have volunteered so far. Never too late! Let the registration desk know when you arrive on Saturday, if you are wishing to volunteer.

We appreciate your support whether a volunteer, an attendee, a donor or an observer. As long as you have fun!

Thetis Island Community Fund Board

Library Book and Bake Sale Wrap Up

The Book and Bake Sale was a success this year!

Thank you for your generous donations of baking and books. It takes a team to run this annual event. I truly appreciate the volunteers who helped with some or all of the activities. Gathering books on Thursday, organizing books and baking on Friday, selling on Saturday and of course, cleanup.

Gurk and Grayson at the beverage station. Liz Kroeker, Janice Hamilton, Vicki, Carolyn, Shirlee Harris, Lana, Carol Sowerby, Nettie, Carol Swann, Mike and Jennifer Barry, Ann Barr, Michelle and Bing, Jan Phelps, Lynne Smith, Sue Jones, Browns and Waddells. Karina and Yvon Lapalme, new to the island, jumped in to join the cleanup.

It is so wonderful to see people excited about buying books and baking.

Total amount for the library fund, $2035.50!

More fun today at Family Fun Day!

Celine Valestrand

Thanks to the Fire Department

A heartfelt thank you to our Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department's Emergence Response crew for their patience and remarkable help to me with transport to the dock and on to Duncan Hospital by ambulance. (Sorry I was so ornery!)

Thetis Island is very fortunate to have these tireless and dedicated volunteers.

Thank you

Guy Champagne

Nature House - Today's Events - Saturday, August 8

Here's what's on today!

10am-2pm Family Fun Day (All ages)

Location: Forbes Hall - our table is next to the playground, under the maple

We're back at Family Fun Day with two activities to test your senses and stump your brain!

Mystery Tea Tasting

Last year's average score was 4 out of 10. Think you can do better? Ready your sniffers and taste buds and take on our Mystery Tea Tasting challenge - 10 mystery herbs, one small sip at a time. Bragging rights await. A running leaderboard will be kept throughout the day.

Guess the Age of the Tree

How old is that cedar!? Take a close look at our tree rounds (aka tree cookies!) on display and jot down your guesses along with your email - we'll work through them after the day and notify the top scorers by email. Harder than it looks, and more fascinating than you'd expect.

Top scorers in both activities will be awarded a prize!

*****

1-3pm SLC Drop-in: Underwater Acoustics (All ages)

Location: Sea Life Centre, Telegraph Harbour Marina

Missed Friday's session? Same great activity running again today:

Did you know the call of a fin whale can be heard from 6,000km away?  Come to the SLC this weekend to discover how sea creatures use sound to communicate, hunt, and navigate the deep.

The SLC is open Friday-Sunday whenever the seastar flag is flying - drop in anytime!

Charlotte Fesnoux

Friends-of-the-Library Hours

A Friend of the Library is available Saturday 10-1, Sunday 1-4 and Tuesday 12-1.

If you would like to become a Friend let me know. The rotation is 2 months, so you may serve twice, if you are available.

Celine Valestrand Valestrands@gmail.com

250-246-4349

Fire Chief for a Day Contest

Children 4 years of age to 12 years of age are invited to participate in the CHIEF FOR A DAY draw to ride at the front of the parade in the new Engine 1 fire truck during the August 29th Community Parade.

To enter, submit a 8" x 11 /12" work of art with a Fire Fighter theme (action, safety etc.) with the artist's name and age, plus a parent/guardian name and contact information on the back of the drawing/painting.

We will be selecting the winning entry blindfolded from all entries received by August 25th. Only one entry per artist, please. The contest opens on Monday, August 10th and there will be a box at the front door of the firehall, near Veronica's bench, for you to deposit your artistic entry.

Good luck! We look forward to seeing all the great creations. The chosen child artist must be accompanied by a parent/guardian in the Fire Engine during the Parade.

Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department

For sale: Seasoned, Split Firewood

Seasoned, split firewood ... arbutus/fir mix ... $125 per truckload ... you load.

Please text 250-218-7128 to arrange a time.

Guy Champagne