Seeds to Supper

Our hard working Thetis Island Elementary kids getting good and dirty in the new Seeds to Supper community garden collaboration.

Kelly Bannister

Anglican Communion ~ February 18th

Michael Wimmer will be officiating at an Anglican Communion service on Wednesday, February 18 Ash Wednesday) 4:30 p.m. at Lucy Hayward's home.  ALL ARE WELCOME.

A light supper will follow.  If possible, a small contribution to the supper would be most appreciated.   If you are planning to attend, please call Lucy, 250-246-2059.

Dinner Club ~ Sunday, February 15th

Forbes Hall

Seating is at 5:30 PM. All adults are welcome.

Make your reservation by 5 PM Wed Feb 11th

donella123@aol.com or drop box Dee PO Box 16-2

Pay dinner fee of $18 at the door.

MENU

Spinach, Fennel and Mint Salad

Slow Roasted Pork

Herb Ricotta Gnocchi

Asian Braised Cabbage

Chocolate Cranberry Bread pudding

Pot of Gold Decaf Coffee,Tea, Punch

"Refreshments Available"

Free to a Good Home ~ working printer

Free to a good home, a H.P Photosmart C6380 all in one printer.

Works fine.

Call Tooner @ 250-246-9626

Free Beds

Two single beds. Mattresses in very good condition. Bedding included, clean. Drawer under each bed. Free.

Call Peter at 250 246 7782

Opportunity for Lawn Maintenance ~ Forbes Hall

The position has become available for lawn maintenance at Forbes Hall for the upcoming season. Duties include lawn cutting and trimming. A gas powered lawn mower and weed trimmer is required.

Interested parties please contact Lesley Buhr at 250-416-1333 for further information.

New Letters Posted to Island Discussions Page

From Easton Vance re: Islands Trust Budget

Reply from Jas Chonk, Islands Trust

New Discussion Page on Thetisblog ~

Over the past couple of years, we have noticed an increase in the amount of open letters to the public regarding Islands Trust, Ferries, TIRRA Solid Waste Management, etc.  A page has been set up on thetisblog.net for these letters (and responses to the letters) to be posted.  E-Spokes was never intended to host these types of postings, however thetisblog can easily accommodate them.  

For future reference please send any articles or letters on subjects up for island discussion to editor@thetisblog.net for posting. 

Thanks, from the e-Spokes team and thetisblog.

Soup's On ~ Wednesday, February 11th

Forbes Hall $5.00

11:30 AM until soup runs out or 1:00 PM, which ever comes first!

Take-out soup for sale if there is enough

MENU

Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili Vegetarian (not spicy)

New England Clam Chowder

Buttermilk Corn Bread

Assorted Valentine Goodies

Pot of Gold Coffee and Tea

Brilliant Conversation and Laughter!

The Drop In Bridge Club invites all to join them in the

Hunter Room at 1 PM

Home & Community Care Meeting

An initial meeting was held on Thursday, Feb 5^th to talk about the need for on-island medical support for people with health related or age related issues so they can remain in their own homes for as long as possible.  It also recognized the need for respite support for caregivers.  25 people attended the event with another 12 contributing their thoughts by email. It is clear that everyone wants at least some health related supports to be available on the island. 

People brainstormed both medical and practical needs.  Many people knew of other communities that had had similar issues and found solutions for them.  We started building a list of these communities so we can learn from others.  We also talked about possible options for Thetis Islanders.  These ideas will be included in ongoing discussions.  Of course, all ideas are welcome and will inform our own thinking.  We realize that we need to be practical and supportive as we look for long term solutions for the community. Detailed notes were taken and can be emailed to anyone who is interested.  The meeting was also taped which can be copied for those who want it.

A committee was set up to take the information provided from this meeting and move it forward.  It will include the following as first steps:

1. Begin or continue discussions with Island Health about how to move forward.

2. Do a needs assessment with people on the island about the number of people needing support.

3. Look at quick do-able solutions for some immediate problems as we explore long term solutions for the community at large.

Four people agreed to be on the committee. We are looking for another 2 or 3 people who are interested in being part of the committee.  Also, if you have comments or thoughts, we want to hear from you.  We will also collect information from you when we do the needs assessment. 

Please email Colleen Kasting at ckasting@telus.net if you are interested in being on the committee or have comments.

Library News

The library has many new books and dvds.

Here are some titles.

Boyhood  dvd

Breaking Bad last season dvd

The war that ended peace

Us conductors  Giller prize winner

Macadam  3rd in the Margaret Atwood trilogy, and many more

New children's picture books are on the coffee table.

The library will be discarding the adult videocassette collection.  If you are interested in some titles let me know.

I am happy to announce that Jane LeBaron will lead a workshop in Japanese Stab Bookbinding on June 18. Details to follow.  The workshop is limited to 10.  If you are interested please let me know.

I am planning a second annual spring book sale on April 4.  Details to follow.

Come and check out your local library.

Celine

Islands Trust News Release ~ Trust Council Program

Please find a news release re March Islands Trust Council Program Announced through our website at: 

http://www.islandstrust.bc.ca/media/303274/newsfeb62015marchtc.pdf

Thank you.

Jas Chonk

Exec/TAS Secretary

Islands Trust

250-405-5164

jchonk@islandstrust.bc.ca