Art & Literature Fundraiser for Fairyslipper

Thetis Island artist Suzanne Sarioglu and novelist Ann Eriksson invite everyone to join them at Heneage House, 254 North Cove Rd, from 2-5 pm on Sunday, November 13, for ~

In Concert: a celebration of music, literature, art and nature. This may be your only opportunity to purchase a Sarioglu original. Buy a copy of Ann's fifth novel, The Performance, or better yet, several copies to give away for Christmas presents.

Proceeds from the sale of art and books will go to support the Fairyslipper Forest Nature Reserve Project.

Complimentary refreshments are provided courtesy of Douglas & McIntyre Publishing.

Flu Clinic Reminder

A reminder that the Annual ‘Flu Shot Clinic is scheduled for Friday, October 28th, at Forbes Hall from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. 

Please try to remember to bring your Health Number.  If your doctor wants you to get a pneumonia shot this year, that will also be available.

Don’t forget to wear a short sleeved shirt under your sweater…we are famous for the speed and efficiency our community exhibits to VIHA at this injection clinic. 

As in the past, a coffee service hosted by the TIVFD Auxiliary will be available while you “recuperate”.

TIVFD

Found Cat Update

We have taken the friendly grey & black tabby cat with ear tattoo: tai 06e   to the Duncan SPCA.

We wanted to ensure its good care and hopeful adoption to a loving home. 

Q & Ruth Goodbody

Seeking Pasture Board for Horses

We have an elderly horse we are looking to bring to the island. 

Because of his age he does best in a larger enclosure (so his joints don't stiffen up) and with access to grass if possible.  Other than that his needs are few and we will do all the feeding/watering/picking up, etc. 

We are not looking for a barn or stable. We can figure out a shelter or even fencing if needed. He has a miniature horse as a companion as well.

While he is retired, he is still rideable and very well trained in case someone is interested in a partial trade for riding privileges.

Please contact us at hradmcclellan@gmail.com if you would be interested in having him and what the board fee would be.

Thanks!  Kevin and Ellen McClellan

Wonderful Conservation News ~ Make a Pledge

We are thrilled to announce that the Cowichan Land Trust, in partnership with the Thetis Island Nature Conservancy and the Islands Trust Fund, has been awarded a $50,000 grant by the Sitka Foundation for the Fairyslipper Forest Nature Reserve project. The Sitka Foundation is a non-profit organization with the mission to assist initiatives that support the environment. It aims to support organizations that advance land and nature conservation, invest in community projects and groups globally, and provide leadership in stewardship and environmental education. You can read more about them at sitkafoundation.org

Added to the $75,000 raised during our summer matching campaign, the Fairyslipper Forest campaign now stands at $325,000 in committed pledges and donations, close to 60% of the way to our goal! Help us get the rest of the way by making a pledge (contact ThINC@thetisisland.net or call Suzanne at 260-246-9965) or by donating to the Fairyslipper Forest Nature Reserve (Thetis Island Acquisition Fund) at the Islands Trust Fund (http://www.islandstrustfund.bc.ca/donate/give-now.aspx)

Thank you to the Sitka Foundation and all supporters of this exciting project.

The Thetis Island Nature Conservancy

Art Glass for Sale

Miscellaneous pieces of art glass for stained glass student or professional.

Please call Lesley @250-246-1004 for more info.

Islands Trust ~ News Release

Click here to view a news release pertaining to: Islands Trust Council Approves Transition Plan for Potential Incorporation of Salt Spring Island

Missing Orange & White Cat

New to the island and missing for a week now. Orange and white male, 2yrs old, neutered and tattooed answers to “G” or “kitty”.

North Cove area. Timid but friendly.

If anyone has spotted him pls call; 250-246-1234. Ask for Tarn or Callie. Thanks Thetis!

Wood Splitter Wanted

We would like to rent a wood splitter and or hire someone, with a strong back, to split a large quantity of heavy arbutus and fir.

Please contact: Steve, or Myla:

@PH# 250-246-2099 or E-Mail; blueheronisland@gmail.com

Cat Found

Are you missing a cat?

 

A very friendly tabby cat (grey and black stripes) has been milling about on our property, in the evenings @ Lot #400 North Cove Road.

We were able to get close enough to pet her and found her ear tattoo: tai 06e 
The tattoo, upon Internet look-up seems to be associated with the Duncan Animal Hospital. We tried calling the hospital, but they were closed at the time of posting this e-spokes ad.
 

If your tabby cat has gone missing, please contact us at your earliest convenience. 

We have not taken her into our home, as Ruth is allergic.

 

Kind regards,
Q & Ruth Goodbody
250-416-0550
Email: ruthgoodbody@yahoo.ca

Campfire Permits Available + More Burning Info

Campfire Permits are available.  

However, yard waste, incinerator, burn pile, limb rubbish, branches, stumps, piles of leaves, logs, sticks, etc. Outdoor Fires will have to wait until November 1st.  

CAMPFIRES ONLY AT THIS TIME WITH PERMIT.

This information is on the Thetis Island Fire Dept website as well as the Hazard Board at the ferry.  After Nnov. 1st, no permits are required until April 1st.  

When in doubt, consult the website at www.thetisislandfire.ca or the ferry Hazard board.

If you need clarification, call the Duty Officer at 252-0228.
TIVFD 

Sweet Little Library ~ Pilkey Point Road

Steve Frankel