Coastal Point — October 6, 2023

SVFCcelebrating 100yearsofservice

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Amongitemsondisplayinthelittle museumattheSelbyvilleVolunteerFire Companyisanoldpairofpruning shears.

“Yearsago,inthe‘30sor‘40s,there wasafirealarmsystemwithwiresrunningthroughtown.Theyhadtobuy limbshearstocutthebranchessothey didn’tsetoffthefirealarms,”Howard “Pep”Pepper,pastpresidentofthefire company,explained.

HisdistantcousinPaulPepperkept theshearsandpresentedthemtothefire departmentattheSVFC’s75thanniversary.

OnSaturday,firefighters,dignitaries andguestswill celebratethefirecompany’s100thyearduringanevent,free andopentothepublic,atthefirehall thatwillfeatureguestsspeakers,music playedbyadiscjockey,abouncehouse forchildren,obstaclecourse,simulation ofahousefire,equipmentondisplay, andfreehotdogs,barbecuedchickenand beef,sodaandpotatochips.

DelawarestateReps.RonGrayand RichCollinsareexpectedtobethere. SelbyvilleMayorRickDuncanwill presentaproclamationfromtheTown. RonMarvel,incomingpresidentofthe DelawareVolunteerFireFighters’Association,willbetheguestspeaker.

Theprogramwillbeginat2p.m.and

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DOEandBOEMissue‘actionplan’foroffshorewind

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

TheU.S.DepartmentofEnergy (DOE)andtheBureauofOceanEnergyManagement(BOEM)—recognizingthattheelectricalgridand inter-regionaltransmissionisnotupgradedtoreceiveoffshorewindtransmissionwithhighvoltagecablingand interconnections—issuedadraftreporton“OffshoreWindTransmission DevelopmentintheU.S.Mid-Atlantic”inlateSeptember.

TheU.S.DepartmentofInterior contributedtotheland-basedor “landfall”portionsofthedraftreport, whichwillincludeDelawareonshoringofwindpowerfortheStateof Maryland.

Thereportdoesnotpullany punches,andbothU.S.Windand Ørstedhaveweighed-inonthecontentsofthedraftguidanceonoffshore operationsandpowertransmission.A localfaith-basedorganizationsupportiveofcleanoffshorewindpoweralso hascommentedonoffshorewind.

“AstheUnitedStatestransitionsto acleanenergyeconomy,asignificant expansionoftransmissioninfrastructurewillbeneeded,”citesDOEand BOEM.“Thisisespeciallytrueforthe integrationofoffshorewindbecause nooffshoretransmissiongridexists. Manyoffshorewindfarmsareplanned tobelocated10-milesormorefrom shoreandmayhavetodeliverpower significantlyfurtherinlandtoconnect torobust,high-voltagetransmission facilitiescapableofintegratinglarge volumesofoffshorewindenergy.”

“Developersofoffshoretransmissioninfrastructuremustalsocontend withharshoceanenvironments;laying cableatdepth;shortagesofavailable components,portfacilities,andinstallationvessels;andpermittingrequirements,”saidthefederaldraftreport.

U.S.Windresponds

“TheDepartmentofEnergyand BureauofOceanEnergyManagement

CoastalPoint•KerinMagill

TheOktoberfestcelebrationatMillville’sEvansParkfeaturedmusicfromthePennsylvania-basedoompahbandShutzengiggles,aswellasDecade80,whoplayedhitsfromthe1980s,artisansshowcasingtheirwaresintheCommunityCenterand foodtrucks,abeergardenandfoodtrucks.

willalsofeaturetheWicomico SquadronoftheCivilAirPatrol.Two membersofthepatrolbelongtothe SVFC,andoneisaprospectivemember, butnotquitenotoldenoughtojoin.

“Wewillhavetributesandpresentationsfromdignitaries—onefromthe governorandfromourstateSenateand theHouseofRepresentatives.We plannedthisdayforfunforthewhole family,andwe’dliketothankeverybody fortheirsupportandshowourappreciation,”saidPepper,whoischairmanof theSVFC100thanniversarycommittee.

Duncan,alifetimememberofthe firecompany,calledtheanniversarya “historicmoment.”

“Iwillbethere,”hesaid.“Iwasfire chieffor13years,andI’mreallyexcited aboutit.”

Theactualanniversarydatewasin January,butPeppersaiditwasdecided thatOctoberwasabettertimeofyear foracelebration.

Fireapparatuswillbeondisplayat theevent,includingtheSlaughterBeach MemorialFireCompany’stowertruck. TheSVFC’santiqueBuffalotruck,restoredandrunning,will bevisiblefrom itslocationbehindglass,insidethefire hall.

Initsday,thattruckcost$8,000,but thelastnewtruckpurchasedforthe SVFCcost$800,000,andthepriceis

increasingto$1million,plusanother $100,000toequipthem,Peppersaid.

Inthe1930s,thefirecompany bought10setsoffiregear,consistingof raincoatsandhats,forlessthan$150. Now,itcostsabout$8,000tooutfitone firefighter.

Pepper, whowasinvolvedinthe75th anniversaryandremembersthe50thanniversary,whenhewaswhathecalled“a newbie,”saidtheLewesFireDepartmentistheoldestinthestate,atcloseto 200yearsold,buthavingalocal100yearcelebrationis“abigdealhere.”

“In1923,thereweren’tallthefire companieswehavenow—inBethany, Roxana,Dagsboro,Gumboro—sowe wereoneofthefirstonesontheLower Shore,”Peppersaid,offeringdetailsfrom thehistoryofthefiredepartment,includingthisexcerpt:

“Whentheinsuranceadjustercame afterthebigfireofFeb.13,1916,herecommendedtheTownpurchaseachemicalcartwhichwouldputout75percent oftheaveragefires.”

Therecommendationwasnotacted uponuntilMay6,1919,threeyearsafter thebusinessdistrictatthecornerof MainandChurchstreetswasdestroyed byfire.In1919,theypurchasedthefirst pieceoffirefightingequipmentforthe TownofSelbyville,atwo-wheelcart withtwo45-gallonchemicaltanks,hose, nozzlesandafirebell,thatwaspulledor towedtofires.Theunitcostapproximately$300,andwasownedandoper-

atedbytheTown.

CharlesBakeroversawoperations untilFeb.28,1920,whenDavid Hollingsworthwaselectedfirechiefby thetown.Theequipmentwasuseduntil 1923,theyeartheTowninstalledacentralwatersystem.

“Therewasstillaproblemcarrying ladders,bucketsandotherequipment. TheTownagreedtopurchaseaModel TFordtruckfromTownsendandW.G. Williamsfor$427.90.Theyalsoagreed topayfortenraincoatsandhats,tobe purchasedfromthelocalmerchantsas follows:F.W.Holloway&Co.,$98.57, G.A.Stevens,$25.58,andSelbyville ProducersAss.,$9.70.Thecompany thenhadahomemadebodyandracks builtontheModelT.

“TheendofMr.RobertsHill’spigeonhousewasrentedandconverted intoatemporaryfirehouse.Afterthat wascompleted,the10originalmembers sawtheneedandexpandedtheirmembership.”

Today,thereare60lifetime,active andassociatemembers,andmoreare needed.Anyoneinterestedinjoiningcan call(302)436-8802.

Mostfirecompaniesneedmorevolunteers,Peppersaid,addingthatthe Selbyvillefirecompanyisfortunatethat theStephenTurnerfamily—with11 children—isinterested.Fourofthe childrenhavejoined,andmoreplanto,

shouldbecommendedfortheirwork onthisoffshorewindtransmission planfortheAtlanticcoast,”saidMike Dunmyer,U.S.Wind’sDelawaredevelopmentmanager,whoresidesin DeweyBeach.“Thereportrecognizes theneedforastrategicapproachfor ensuringcleanenergyisdeliveredto thepowergridforyearstocome,while allowingmatureprojectstomoveforwardwithestablishedplans.National andstateoffshorewindgoalsrequirea planforgettingtheenergytohomes andbusinesses.Thisreportisastepin therightdirection.”

Ørstedresponds

“Ørstedagreesthatproactiveand coordinatedinterregionaltransmission planningisurgentlyneededtosupport offshorewinddevelopment,and wecommendtheBidenAdministrationforencouragingcoordination amongthestatestoacceleratethedeploymentofoffshorewindtransmissionsolutions,”saidChrisBason, DelawareStakeholderRelationsLead whoresidesinOceanView.

“Acoordinatedapproachisa keydrivertoidentifyingsolutionsfor efficientlydeliveringoffshorewindenergytothegrid,promotingamorereliableandresilientelectricgrid,

helpingstatesachievetheircleanenergygoals,andcreatinggood-paying greeninfrastructurejobsforDelaware workers.Giventheimportanceofoffshorewind,existingoffshorewinddevelopmentshouldnotbedelayed pendingdevelopmentoftransmission solutionsforfutureprojects.”

“Ørstedlooksforwardtoworking withlocal,state,andfederalstakeholderstofacilitatetimely,responsible,and successfuloffshorewinddevelopment thatbenefitsbothpeopleandnature,” saidBason.

PotentialforWindPower

“TheAtlanticCoasthaskickstartedtheindustrywith42 megawatts(MW)ofoffshorewindalreadyinstalledandtwocommercialscaleprojectsindevelopment,”said theDOEandBOEMreportabout theU.S.Wind“Marwin”projectand theOrsted“Skipjack”proposedsiting. “State-levelcleanenergypoliciesare drivingatotalprojectpipelineexceeding40gigawatts(GW)fortheAtlanticCoastregion.”Delawaredoes notyethaveanoffshorewindpolicy butisinvestigatingoptionsforoffshorewindinthefuturethankstoa newpieceoflegislation.

In2021,theBiden-HarrisAdministrationannouncedaninter-agency goalofdeploying30GWofoffshore windenergyby2030—whichwould

unlockapathwayto110GWby2050 —tostrengthenthedomesticsupply chain,createjobsandreducecarbon emissionswhilebuildingtowarda cleanenergyfuture,saidtheauthors.

“Torealizetheenormouspotential oftheUnitedStates’offshorewind,it isimperativetoaddresscurrentand anticipatedtransmissionchallengesaffectingdeliveryofthispowertothe grid.”

Thefederalagenciesseemtobe seekinganswerstofuturetransmission capacityquestionsnow.

Offshorewindstatement fromDeIPL

Afaith-basedcommunityorganizationthatoffersEnergizeDelawareenergyaudits,theDelawareInterfaith Power&Lightorganization,alsoprovidedcommentsontheoffshorewind plans.

“DelawareInterfaithPower& Lightsupportsoffshorewindpower generationoffthecoastofDelaware,” saidRandiJohnson,thepresidentof thelocalorganizationthatisbasedin WilmingtonbutalsohasaSussex Countyoffice.“Greenhousegasesare theprimarycauseofclimatechange, andinDelaware,electricpowergenerationconstitutes23percentof Delaware’sgreenhousegasemissions, accordingtoDNREC.”

“Weareintheearlystagesofacli-

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Volunteersarerequiredtoattendfire school,completecourses,learnsupervisionskillsandtakeresponsibility,hesaid.

Selbyvillealsohasthreeambulances andninepaidpersonneltooperate them.Therearecloseto650EMScalls fortheSVFCeachyear.

matecrisisthatcanonlybeabatedby transitiontoacleanenergyeconomy andoffshorewindisacompetitivesolution.Offshorepowergeneration costsareestimatedtobewithinthe rangeofcurrentwholesalepricesand itssocialcostishalfthatofconventionalelectricgeneration,”saidJohnson,DelawareIPL’spresident,who residesinOceanView.“Adecisionto establishoffshorewindpowerwould helpDelawarehititstargetofachieving100percentrenewableenergyby 2050andprovidegreenjobstothe economy.”

“Thereareconcernsaboutoffshore windregardingthebeacheconomy andpotentialharmtomarinewildlife. Currentproposalshavethepotential windfarmslocatedwelloffshoresuch thattheywillhaveaminimalimpact ontheviewscapeofDelaware beaches.”U.S.Wind—thecompany withthecurrentoffshorewindlease fromBOEM —“hasanextensive plantominimizetheimpactofconstructiononmarinemammals. NOAAstudiesalsosuggestthatno harmwilloccurtomarinemammals whenappropriateproceduresarefollowed.”

“DeIPLthereforesupportsthedevelopmentofoffshorewindelectricity whendoneinsuchawaythatminimizestheenvironmentalimpactofthe projects,”saidthecongregationalorganization.

“WhenIgotin50yearsago,itwas 75percentfiresand25percentEMS calls.Nowitis75percentEMSand25 percentfire—probablybecauseoffire safetyregulations,improvements,smoke detector,sprinklers…”Peppersaid.

“Thetown’sfiredepartmentstarted outbeingthecenterofthecommunity. Itwastheretoprotectandservethe communityinanytypeofdisasteror emergency.Itwasimportant—veryimportant.”

DeafFestfindsnewdateaftercancellation

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

DelawareDeafFest’23—the area’sfirsteventdedicatedtothedeaf andhard-of-hearing—hasbeen rescheduledfor10a.m.to3p.m.on Saturday,Nov.11,afterbeingcanceled onSept.23duetoastorm.

Freeandopentothepublic,the festival,attheHopeCenterat Mariner’sBethelGlobalMethodist ChurchinOceanView,isdesignedto celebrateDeafcultureandAmerican SignLanguage.Proceedsfromthe eventwillsupportdeafandhard-ofhearingstudentsinDelawareschools. Therewillbefoodvendors,deafthemedcraftactivitiesforchildren,a deafmimeperformer,AmericanSign Languagemini-classes,asilentauctionwithitemsdonatedbyareabusinesses,abakesale,andpresentations andvideosonDeafculture.Vendor tableswillincludecommunityresources,anddeafartistsandbusinesses.

Cancelingwasadisappointment, organizerBarbaraWhitesaid.

“Wewantedtorescheduleitsoon tokeeptheexcitementandmomentumgoing.Wearesothankfulthat Mariner’sBethelchurchisableto makethebeautifulHopeCenter availabletousagainonthisnewdate sowecanshowcasetherichnessof AmericanSignLanguageandDeaf culturetoawideaudience,”White said,addingthatitwillbearain-orshineevent.

Thefestivalisdesignedtoembrace theconceptualizationofdeafgain,so thatinsteadofseeingdeafnessasa lossitisviewedasapositiveaspectof humandiversity.

DeafFest,presentedbythenon-

profitDelawareDeafSeniorCitizens, willbeinteractive,tohighlightthe growingpopulationofthedeafinthe areaandhelpattendees“becomecomfortableinteractingwithdeafpeople anywhere,”Whitesaid.

Volunteersaredeafandwillbe usingAmericanSignLanguage.

AllenTalbert,presidentof DelawareDeafSeniorCitizens,and BarbaraSimpson,chairwomanof DeafFest,willgiveopeningremarks.

J.J.Jones,aninternationallyknown deafmime,willperform,aswellas otherdeafartists.

Artisanswillsellpaintings,quilts, fabricartandceramics.Kristina’s KitchenandRita’sIcefoodtruckswill bethereandtherewillbeabakesale.

Inthechildren’scraftroom,the SouthCoastalLibrarywillprovide materialstomakebuttonswithaDeaf culturethemeandhandoutgrab-andgocraftkits.About30vendorsareexpected.

Therewillbefour,half-hourintroductoryAmericanSignLanguage classesthroughoutthedayandshort videosonDeafculture.

BeebeHealthcarewillhaveitsmobileclinicthere,andtheMillvilleVolunteerFireCompanywillhavea firetruckondisplay.Details,anda scheduleofevents,willbepostedonlineathttps://delawaredeafsc.org/.

TheOceanViewPoliceDepartmentwilldirecttraffic,providepublic safetyandfirst-aidinformation,offer demonstrationsandintroduceLeo,a goldenretrieverandoneoftwonew OVPDpoliceK-9s.

Therewillbearaffleforbaskets filledwithgiftcardsanditemsfrom areabusinesses.

ASLinterpreterswillfacilitate communicationwiththosewhodo

notsign.

Proceedswillsupportdeafand deaf-and-blindchildreninDelaware schools,manywhoneedbasicschool suppliesandscholarshipfunds,accordingtoWhite.

White’shusband,formerOcean ViewtowncouncilmanBruceWhite, previouslytalkedtotheCoastalPoint aboutobservingDeafAwareness Week,alsoinSeptemberanddesigned to“f ocusonpromotingthepositive aspectsofdeafness,encouragingsocial inclusionandraisingawarenessofthe organizationsthatsupportthosewho aredeaf.”Whitewasinstrumentalin gettingclosedcaptioningonthe town’sGovernmentAccessChannel. Hepraisedtheinterpreterswhowere ateverytowncouncilmeetingwhile hewasonthecouncilandsaidhe wouldn’thavebeenabletoservewithoutthem.

DelawareDeafSeniorCitizenswas establishedin2015toenhancethe well-beingofdeafandhard-of-hearingseniorcitizens,improvecommunicationaccess,andincreaseawareness abouttheDeafcommunityand AmericanSignLanguage.See www.delawaredeafsc.orgformoreinformation,oremail deldeaffest@gmail.com.

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Reverendoffersprayerforprotectionofstudents

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Assheplannedtoprayforschool students,teachers,administrationand staffonWednesday,Sept.27,theRev.

Dr.RebeccaCollison,aformerteacher, asked thecommunitytoalsoaskfor God’sprotectionthroughouttheschool year.

Wednesdaymorningat8a.m.,she stoodbytheflagpoleonthecampus ofMariner’sBethelGlobalMethodist ChurchinOceanView,wheresheis thepastor,andprayed,shesaid,“for safetyintheschools,forthestudents’ safety,health,mentalwellness,the

abilitytolearnandgrowasindividuals.”

“Thesestudentsaregoingtobeour leaders.Theyaregoingtobeourgovernorsandmayorsandnewspaperreporters.Theyaresittingintheir classroomsnow,andweshouldbeprayingoverthemnow.Somanyhorrific thingshappeninschools,butthereare alsosomanymorethingswedon’tknow about,”Collisonsaid.

Ateacherfor12yearsbeginningin theearly1990s,includingataschool inDelmar,Del.,thepastorrecalledthe SeeYouatthePoleprayerrally,held onthefourthWednesdayinSeptember,whenhersonswereinhighschool

30yearsago.

“It’sgoneglobalsincethen.Itwas led andinitiatedbythestudents.Adults donotneedtheprayers.Thestudents do.Theadultscanbethere,butourrole isstandingalongsideouryoungpeople. Theyliftuptheirfriends,theirfamilies, teachers,theircommunity.

“Thekidsinourschoolscarryso muchintotheclassroomeveryday.Irememberhowmuchtheystruggledwhen Iwasateacher,andIcan’tevenimagine whattheyarefacingnow,”shesaid, addingthatthestudentsmayworry aboutfoodscarcity,domesticabuse“and fearstheyhavethatIneverconsidered whenIwasakid.”

Thepublicwillbewelcometojoin herasshepraysforstudentsatother eventsduringtheschoolyear,shesaid.

“Iknowprayerworks.Asateacher,I prayedovereverydeskofeverystudent Ihad.Iwouldwalkthroughthehalls andpray,too.Idependedonthepower ofprayerwhenmyownchildrenwere students.

“Ihavebelievedinthepowerof prayerwithmygrandchildren,andthey nowaresaying,‘Willyouprayformy teacher?’or‘Iprayedformyteacher today.’Whatwedomatters.Ithasarippleeffect,andprayerisoneofthose thingsthatcreatesthatrippleeffect,” shesaid.

MilliondollarPowerballticketsoldatMillvilleGiant

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

IfyouboughtaPowerballticketon MondayattheGiantsupermarketin Millville,gotothestate’slotterywebsiteandcheckyournumbersright now.Wemeanit.Now.

No,youdidn’twinagajilliondollars —orwhateverthePowerballisworth rightnow.Butyoumighthavewon— youmightwanttositdownforthis— acoolmilliondollars.

DelawareLotteryCommissioner HeleneKeeleyconfirmedWednesday thataticketworth$1millionwassold MondayattheMillvilleGiantstore. AsofCoastalPointpresstime,Keeley said,“Thewinnerorwinnershavenot comeforward.”

The$1millionwinnerpickedall thecorrectnumbers,exceptthe Powerballnumber.Accordingto Powerballestimates,theoddsofwinningthe$1millionprizeare1in 11,688,053.52.

Themostrecent$1millionwinners inDelaware,Keeleysaid,wereonFeb. 23inNewarkandonJuly30,2022,in Wilmington.Thatis,untilthisweek.

Keeleysaidthewinnerwillreceive theirwinningsinalumpsum.

“Preferably,wewouldlikethewinnertocallourofficeandmakeanappointmenttocomeandclaimtheir prizeatourofficeinDover,”shesaid. “Otherthanthat,theycouldshowat ourofficeinDoverwhenevertheyare ready.”

NooneattheGiantstorewould commentonMonday’seventswhen contactedWednesdaybytheCoastal Point.Keeleysaidthestorewillreceive a$10,000bonusasthesellerofthe$1 millionticket.

ThewinningnumbersforMonday’s drawingwere12,26,27,43and47. ThePowerballwas5.

AsofWednesdayafternoon,theestimatedjackpotforWednesdaynight’s drawingwas$1.2billion,withacash valueof$551.7million.

Bryant,otherartiststoshowworkinBethany

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

WhenceramicartistDeborah Bryantcreatescups,bowls,servingplatters—andevenlittlecupstofillwith vinegarandattractpeskyfruitflies—it iswiththesoothingcolorsoftheocean inmind.

TheBishopville,Md.,resident— wholightheartedlyclaims,“Clayispart ofmyDNA”—willbethefeatured artistthisweekendatthe15thAnnual Artisans’FairattheBethanyBeachVolunteerFireCompany.

Planned for9a.m.to3p.m.atthe firehallonHollywoodStreet,thefair —freeandopentothepublic—will featuremorethan40artisans.

Beingaceramicartist,Bryantsaid, “wasacreativewaytomakethings,to beabletodobeautifulthings,butthey arealsofunctional—somethingpeople coulduse.”

“Paintingsarebeautifultohangon thewalls,butIlovethatwhatIcreateis abletobeused,tobeabletodrinkacup ofcoffeeoutofabeautifulcuporenjoy amealfromabeautifulplate,”the Georgia nativesaid.

Hercreations—manyinearthtones andwheel-thrownorformedwithslabs —areeachone-of-a-kind,andBryant saidsheenjoysexperimentingwith glazes“andhowtheybreakandpool overtexture.”

“Havinggrownuponthecoastof Georgia,thebeautyandtranquilityof theoceanhasalwaysbeenaninspiration,”shesaid.“NotonlyhaveIsought inspirationfromtheever-changingdisplayofwaves,Iamalsoinspiredbythe colorsofthechangingseasonsandthe richanddiverselandscapeoftheEasternShorethathasbeenhomesince 1986.

“Istartedasapainter,thentooka potteryclassandwasdrawntothecreativepossibilitiesofclayanditspracticalandfunctionaluse,”shenoted.“It wasablessingtohavestudiedatthe UniversityofGeorgiaundersomeexceptionalpotters.Aftermovingto Delaware,Iwasonlyabletomakepotteryoffandon,untilImarriedmyhusband,Boone.Hehadtheplace,space andskillstohelpmebuildmydreamof having myownstudio.Heisacontractor.Whateverroadlifehastakenme,it hasalwaysledmebacktomyloveof theartofclay,”shesaid.

Bryanttookapotteryclassduring hersenioryearatcollege,whereshe earnedabachelor’sdegreeinfinearts, andlearnedfromotherexceptionalpotters.In2013,shetookclassesatthe OceanCityCenterfortheArts,bought herfirstkiln“andstarteddoingwhatI lovefull-time.”

“WhenpeopleaskhowlongI’ve been makingpottery,Isay,‘Offandon for47years,butmostlyoff,becauseof lifeandnothavingmyownstudio space,’”shesaid.

Forawhile,sheworkedfromcommunityartcentersandotherpotters’ studios.

“WhenImarriedmyhusband,he hadanenclosedfrontporchheletme takeover.Heboughtmeawheelfor Christmas.Hebuiltmethisadorable littleshedoutintheyard.WhenImake things,Istorethemoutthere.Ihavea littledisplayoutthere,”shesaid.

AChristianwhoattendsTheRiver churchnearFrankford,Bryanthaspresentedpotterydemonstrationsatthree churches,usingthethemeof“beingin thecenterofGod’swill.”

“Ifapieceofclayisn’tcenteredon thewheel,itwillwobbleandbeoutof shapeandofnouse.Theclayhastobe

reworkedandmoldedintoausefulvessel,whichGoddoestoussometimesto getusontherighttrack—sometimes againandagain,”shesaid.

Amongherfavoritequotesisthis onebyCorrieTenBoom,whohelped the JewishpeoplefromhercountryescapefromtheGestapoduringWorld WarII:“Thesafestplacetobeisinthe centerofGod’swill.”

Shealsolikesapassagefrom“The Potter’sClay”byChristianLarsen, whichstates,inpart,“Weareallgifted indifferentways,andGodistheone

whogiftsuswithsuchabilities.Hethen stampsuswithhissignaturesothatall wouldknowtowhomwebelong.The potteristheonlyonewhotrulyknows theintendedpurposeforthepot.We arenotthatdifferentfromthepot whichwascreatedbythepotter.”

Herartworkwillbeondisplayand forsaleattheshowonSaturday,includingthelittlefruitflytrapsthatwereso popularaftershemadeoneforher daughterthatshereceivedordersfor50 ofthem.Pricesrangefrom$25to$125.

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•Submitted DeborahBryantwilljoinmanyotherartistsindisplayingherworkatthe15thAnnualArtisans’FairattheBethanyBeachfirehallthisweekend.

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

SelbyvilleTownCouncilwoman CarolCary,chairwomanofthenewly formedSelbyvilleEconomicDevelopmentCommittee,reportedthisweek thatthecommitteehadasuccessful meetingonSept.18.

Cary,attheMonday,Oct.2,SelbyvilleTownCouncilmeeting,said EmilyGaitheroftheBethany-Fenwick AreaChamberofCommerceattended andsuggestedhelpfulideas.

“Wetalkedaboutthehistoricfactor andwhatthefuturelookslike,abouta five-yearplanandlong-termplans.We discussed atagline,like‘Selbyvilleis…’ andwetalkedaboutwhatkindofbusinesseswewant—ifwewantboutiques orwhatkindofshops.Wewanttokeep

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thehometownfeelingandwelcome newcomersasthesenewhomesarebuilt intown,whilekeepingthehistoricnatureofthetown,”Carysaid.

Memberstalkedaboutstrengthsand weaknessesofthetownandopportunitiesforthefuture,aswellasplansfor theRoute113corridor.

“Weputalotofthingsonthetable that willgetnarroweddown,”Carysaid.

MayorRickDuncanpraisedthe committeeandsaidmembershavegood ideas.

Thenextmeetingwillbeat4:15 p.m.onMonday,Oct.16,attownhall. Itisopentothepublic.

ThanksgivingforThousands

TheannualThanksgivingforThousands—sponsoredbyMountaire Farmstopackboxesofdonatedfresh chickenandsidedishesforthosein needtoprepareforThanksgivingdinner—isplannedfor8a.m.onSaturday, Nov.18,intheparkinglotofthecompany’sSelbyvilleprocessingfacility.

ZachEvans,whohandlespublicity forMountaire,invitedcouncilmembers

toattendandsaidtherewillbeafestive atmosphere,withchickenalsobeing cookedon-siteforvolunteersthatday andchildren’sactivitiesplanned.This year,14,000boxeswillbepacked.Volunteerscanregistertohelppackboxes atwww.mountaire.com.

“It’salotoffun.It’sareallycoolexperience,”Carysaid.

“It’sunbelievable,suchagreatevent,” TownAdministratorStaceyLong added.

Recreationreport

DuncanannouncedthattheTown hadreceivedagranttopurchaseequipmentforSelbyvillePark,andthatbids werereceivedforplaygroundequipment.

Longreviewedthebids,andthe councilunanimouslyagreedtospend $102,511topurchaseequipment,four benches,asignandrubbersurfacing fromGameTime,tradingasCunninghamRecreation,inBishopville,Md.

Longsaidasurfaceofmulchwas considered,butrubbersurfacingwas chosen.

Thecompanyhascompletedworkat ShowellParkandatparksinDagsboro andMillville,andLongsaidshehas workedwiththecompanyformore than20yearsandfoundtheownertobe reliable.

TheTownwillpay25percentofthe cost,andthegrantwillcovertheremainder.

Policereport

PoliceChiefBrianWilson,while presentinghismonthlyreport,introducedthedepartment’snewcaptain, BrianParsons,formerlyanofficerwith the FenwickIslandPoliceDepartment. Parsonsgreetedcouncilmembers withawaveofhishandandasmile, saying,“Thankyoufortheopportunity,” thenreturnedtohisseatnexttoWilson fortheremainderofthemeeting.

WilsonsaidduringSeptember,officersrespondedto270calls,issued60 trafficviolationsandmade11criminal arrests.

Thepolicedepartmentreceiveda

AnnualDagsboroNightOutcomingOct.10

The5thAnnualDagsboroNight OutwilltakeplaceonTuesday,Oct.10, from5to7p.m.attheDagsborofire hall,locatedat28331ClaytonStreet. Thisyear’spresentingsponsorsare:Jim’s Bait&Tackle,MorseRoofing&Siding,Marvel’sPortableWelding, DelawareBotanicGardenatPepper CreekandAmericanLegionPost24of Dagsboro.Theassociatesponsoris BethelMethodistChurch.

Highlightsofthisyear’sNightOut includespecialguestthenewMiss

Delaware2023(andDagsboro’sown) EmilyBeale,whowillbeonhandfor photosandautographs.

Thiswillbeherfirstappearancein DagsborosinceherMissDelaware crowninginJuly.Therewillalsobefree hotdogsandsodas,freebikesrafflesfor bothkidsandadults,otherfreeraffle prizes,andseverallocalbusinessesand civicgroupswithfreegiveawaysandfun games.

TheDagsboroVolunteerFireDepartmentwillhaveseveralfunandedu-

cationalthingsthatevening,including their FireSafetyHouse,“targetshooting”withafirehose,afireextinguisher simulatorandfreefiretruckrides.Inaddition,SussexCountyParamedicswill beteachinghands-onlyCPRskills.

Additionaleventsincludethe DelawareStatePoliceCommunityEngagementUnitwiththeir“Trooper” VWBug,DelawareStatePolicehelicopter(subjecttoavailability),theOfficeofAlcohol&Tobacco Enforcement,DepartmentofCorrec-

tionsandDelawareNationalGuard.

A newadditiontothisyear’sNight Outeventwillbeadunkingbooth, wherethepublicwillbeableto“dunk” DagsboroPoliceChiefStevenFloodor FireChiefJohnMarvel,whohaveboth volunteeredtostepupandgetwet.The dunkingboothisfreetotry,butdonationswillbeacceptedtobenefitthenew DagsboroPoliceDepartmentK-9program,forfoodandvetcareforthe forthcomingpoliceK-9,whoiscurrentlyintraining.

IndianSummerTrainShowupthisweekend

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Thisyear’sIndianSummerTrain& ToyShow,setforSaturday,Oct.7,at theRoxanaVolunteerFireCompany firehall,willfeatureabrand-newmobiledisplay,accordingtoshoworganizers.

TheDelawareSeasideRailroad Club’sshow,nowinits11thyear,has addedamulti-levelmobiledisplayin a40-foottrailertotheevent,courtesy oftheShoreBoyzRailroadClub,ac-

cordingtoeventmanagerBillZiegler.

“It’ssomethingwe’veneverhadbefore,”Zieglersaid.Theshow,which againbringsabout70trainandhobby dealerstothearea,willalsofeature severallayoutsforvisitorstoenjoy.

Insidethefirehouse,visitorsyoung andoldwillfindlayoutstowatch, and,bypushingsomebuttonsthemselves,canimmersethemselvesinthe magicofmodeltrains,includinga24footlayout,aroundwhichthreetrains willberunning.Otherlayoutswillbe forsaleattheevent.

Doorprizeswillbeawardedduring theshowandrefreshmentswillbe availableforsale,Zieglersaid.

TheDelawareSeasideRailroad Clubhasabout63members,someof whomstaffopen-housesattheclub’s headquartersinSelbyville,each Wednesdayfrom5to8p.m.andeach Saturdayfrom10a.m.to3p.m.There arealwayssomeproductsavailablefor saleattheopen-houses,“whichhelps paytherent,”Hodgessaid.

TheIndianSummerToy&Train Showwillbeheldfrom9a.m.to2

p.m.onSaturday,Oct.7,attheRoxanaVolunteerFireCompanyfirehall, 35943ZionChurchRoad,Frankford. Admissioncosts$6foradults.Children10oryoungerareadmittedfree.

TheDelawareSeasideRailroad Club’sopenhousesareheldatthe group’sheadquartersat36668DuPont Highway(Route113),Selbyville.For moreinformationontheclub,callBill Zieglerat(302)537-0964or

emaildsrc@delawareseasiderailroadclub.com.

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

TheSelbyvilleCommunityClubrecentlyparticipatedintheGeneralFederationofWomen’sClubs’NationalDay ofServicetorelievefoodinsecurityby donatingtotheCommunityLutheran

Churchfoodpantry.

OnethemorningofSept.30,foods purchasedbymembersweredeliveredto thechurch,onOmarRoadnearFrankford.

Localbusinessesdonated,andeach memberwhoattendedtheSeptember meetingoftheCommunityClubwas

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given$10andaskedtomatchitwith their own$10tobuy$20worthof itemsforthefoodpantry.

Thereareabout36membersinthe Selbyvilleclub,whichisamemberclub ofthenationalorganization.

ClubPresidentDebbyHiobsaidthis isthefirstyeartheclubhasbeeninvolvedwiththefoodpantry.Members formerlydonatedtoSalemUnited MethodistChurch’spantry,butthat pantryclosed.

Tacklingfoodinsecurityisthenationalthemefortheorganizationthis year,Hiobsaid,addingthatthefood willgotolocalfamilies.

MonaBurnsofthechurch’sfood pantrysaidmostfundstobuywhatis neededtostockthepantrycomefrom thecongregation,andthechurchalso partnerswithMountaireFarmsand storesincludingHocker’s,Wawa,Weis grocerystoreandtheFamilyButcher.

Anyoneinneedcanobtainpantry items,andnooneisaskedforproofof income,because“Jesusdidn’taskand neitherwillwe,”Burnssaid.

“Ireallylikebeinginvolvedwithour nationalorganization,”Hiobsaid.

“Ifeellike,asatinyclub,wedowhat wecan,butwhenwejointogether,we makeahugedifference.It’saninternationalgroup,andit’saroundtheworld. Itmakesmefeellikeourlittleclubis bigger.Wehavealwaystriedtohelpout withfoodinsecurity,andwearegladto beabletohelpthischurch.Alotof timestheyrunoutoffoodandthey havetodigintotheirpocketstobuyit, soit’snicetohelp,”Hiobsaid. Thefoodpantryhelps62families twiceeachmonth.

“O urclubalsocleanedupHolts LandingParklastyear.Wepickedup trash.Theyhaveafirepit,andthere weresomanycansandbottlesandtrash inthefirepit.Somebodyhadtakena woodenfenceapart,asplit-railfence, andusedthewoodinthefirepit.We cleanedupallthatwood,”Hiobsaid.

“Noteverybodydoesthesamething, anddifferentmembersgetinvolvedin whattheywanttodo.Westaypretty busy,”sheadded.

MembershipintheSelbyvilleCommunityClubisopentoeveryone.See www.selbyvillecommunityclub.orgfor moreinformation.

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grantintheamountof$27,210tocombatviolentcrime.

Heremindedcouncilmembersthe 100thanniversaryoftheSelbyvilleVolunteerFireCompanywillbecelebrated fromnoonto4p.m.atthefirehallon Saturday,Oct.7,andthethirdannual TrunkorTreatwillbeheldat10a.m. onSaturday,Oct.21.

Councilmanrecovering fromCOVID

CouncilmanChrisSnaderwasabsentfromthecouncilmeetingbecause he andhisfamilyarerecoveringfrom COVID,Duncanannounced.

“Wecertainlywishthemwell,”he said.

Waterreport

CouncilmanGarySteffen,whilepresentingthemonthlywaterreport,said newwatermetersarebeinginstalledin townandoperationsatthewaterplant arerunningsmoothly.Hydrantflushing isscheduledtobeginonMonday,Oct. 9.

PublicWorksreport

Steffen,whilepresentingthe monthlyPublicWorksreporttocouncil, saidstaffhasbeenbusycuttinggrass, sprayingforweedsandkeepingthe catchbasinsclearofdebris,aswellas fillinginpotholes.Oneemployeewas slightlyinjuredwhileonthejobbutis

PresentingtheSewerDepartment report,Steffansaidallequipmentisoperational.Theaveragedailyflowis1.2 million.

TownEngineerJasonLoartold councilmembersthatownersoftwo lotsareinterestedindevelopingthem. Oneparcel,onRoute54,isslatedtobe divided intoeightlotsandiswithin townlimits.TheotherisonLynch Road,withaplanfor16lots.

Loarsaidthereisnoavailablesewer capacityfortheproposedlots.

“Thereisnotcapacitythere.Itisin theComprehensivePlantoberesidential,butit’suptothepropertyownersto installsewer—butthatwouldkillthe projects,”hesaid.

“Andwewouldhavetodomaintenanceonthem,”Duncansaid,andLoar agreed,sayingtheTowncouldinstalla smallpumpstation,butitistruethe Townwouldhavetomaintainit.He saidagravitysystemcouldbeinstalled, butthereisstillnocapacityatthe Town’ssewerplant.

LoarrecommendedtellingthepropertyownerstheTowndoesnothavecapacitytoservethoselots.Thecouncil agreed,andDuncanaskedLoartoinformthepropertyowners.

Newtruckforsewerplant

Thecouncil,byunanimousvote, agreedtopurchasea2024FordRanger truckfortheTown’ssewerdepartment. Thecostis$37,805.

RoadwaydebrisfieldunearthedatCoinBeach

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

Significantchunksofasphalt,rebar steelandotherroadwaydebriswasuncoveredasTropicalStormOpheliaunleashedpowerfulwavesandwindsat CoinBeach,thesurfer’sbeachnorthof theIndianRiverInletBridge,earlierin September.

“Iamanamateursurfer,andItend tofalloffmyboard,”saidStephenCopleyofDagsboro.“IhopeIdon’tgetimpaledbysomeofthatrebaronthe beach.”

Hespenttimelastweekendsurveying thelandscapeatCoinBeachand supportingcrewswhocreatedsmall pilesofdebris.

OpheliahittheDelawarecoastline onSaturday,Sept.23,andcausedsignificantcoastalfloodingandbeacherosion. Thedunelineswerewhippedby50 mphwinds,andthebeachshorelineto dunecutawaysreached8feethighat theinletfromerosion,byCopley’sestimate.Thisonslaughtrevealedbroken asphalt,somewithhighwaymarking linesvisible,andstone-chunkstructures fromtheinletbridgewhenitwaslast rebuilt.

ThecurrentIndianRiverInlet BridgewasbuiltbySkanskainsix months,beginninginJanuary2012.At thetime,DelDOTandDNRECchose toburytheexistingconstructiondebris, roadremainsandbrokenhighway piecesfromthepriorprojectunderground,beneaththesand.Astormthis summeralsocausederosionthatunveiledtonsofhighwaydebris.

TheU.S.ArmyCorpsofEngineers wasengagedinbeachreplenishment throughoutthetouristseason,and muchofthatworkisnowwipedaway. Attheinlet,theCorpsusedthehardscapeasafoundationforthenewbeach replenishment.However,MotherNa-

turehadotherideasanderodedthe sand.Whilesomeofthesandisexpectedtoagainaccumulateonlocal beaches,thelastingimpactsonthereplenishmentprojectshasyettobede-

termined,ashasanypotentialremediation.

AsreportedintheCoastalPointin July (https://www.coastalpoint.com/lifestyle/

surfriders-cleaning-highway-debris-atir-inlet-dunes/article_4d25f480-2cab11ee-b084-3fe664caa0a2.html),the SurfriderFoundationofDelawarehas beencleaningthebeachandhopesto againassembleclean-upcrewstoaddressthenewlyrevealedroaddebris.

“Thechunksarefromtheoriginal CoastalHighwayroadcollapseatthe IndianRiverInletBridge,”explained Surfriders’JanaJohnston,wholivesin BethanyBeach,backinJuly.“After HurricaneSandyhit,theentireroadway fellontothebeach.Theystartedcleaningitupbypilingthedebrisnearthe beach.”

DNREC’sdivisionsofwatershed stewardshipandparksandrecreation lastsummerhadprovidedadumpster, skidsteerwithbucketsifterandlarge tractortofacilitatetheremovalofthe heavydebris.SurfriderFoundation’s Delawarechapterbroadcastthe cleanups,contactinglocalmediarepresentatives,andshowinguptosupport the numeroussurferstakingactionto removedebris.

Surfriderestimatedthatmorethan 30tonsofmaterialhadbeenremoved, butvolunteersexpecttofindmoreas thebeacherodes.

“Partofthereasonthisbeachisnarrowingistheinoperabilityofthe decades-oldGouldsandpump,”said SurfriderFoundationrepresentatives, “whichissupposedtopumpsandfrom thesouthsideoftheinlettothenorth. Thepumphasbeenbrokensince2017. Thenarrowbeachleadstoashortwindowforthesecleanups,withthedebris onlybeingaccessibleforremovalduring thetwo-hourlowtide.”

“Asthedunecontinuestoerode, moredebrisisexpectedtosurface.If youareinterestedtogetinvolvedand help,pleasecontactSurfriderDelaware Chapter.”

Santa’sLetterspreparingforannualSpaghettifundraiser

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

LocalcharitySanta’sLettersis preparingforitsfifthannualSpaghetti Dinnerfundraiser,slatedforSaturday, Oct.29atSaltedVinesVineyardand Winery.

Ticketsaresellingfastfortheevent accordingtoKristinaandSeanMalone, whofoundedSanta’sLettersasawayto helplocalfamiliesduringtheholiday seasonandthroughouttheyear.“There are160ticketsavailable;we’vealready sold125,”SeanMalonesaidearlierthis week.“Everyyearitsellsout.”

TheMalonesencouragedinersatthe eventtocomeintheirbestChristmasattire,sinceitistheunofficialkickofffora busyseasonforthecouple.OnNov.18, theywillhostaChristmaspartyat

Kristina’sCakeryonRebaRoadinMillville,thehighlightofwhichisthedeliveryoftheirSanta’sLettersmailbox–the symboloftheirorganization.Itwasthe mailboxthatstartedtheirinitialefforts togivelocalchildrenawaytoreach Santa,andwhichgrewintoacharitythat helpshundredsinthecommunityeach year.

NowthatSanta’sLettershasitsown office,inthesamecomplexasKristina’s Cakery,thecouplehopesthattheycan serveevenmorefamilies.Lastyear,they said,theyhelped210childrenfrom65 localfamilieshaveabetterholidayseason throughdistributionoftoysandgiftsas wellasmuch-neededitemssuchascoats andwintergear.

Thecouplehasworkedwiththefood pantryatHighTideChurchtomeetthe needsoflocalfamilies,Kristinasaid,and

nowthattheyhavetheirownspacefor Santa’sLetters,“thegoalistohavea store,”wherelocalfamiliescan“shop”for food.Thisyear,thankstothenewspace, familieswillhavetheoptiontowrapthe giftsthatSanta’sLettersprovides,she said.

ThespaghettidinnerfortheupcomingfundraiserwillbepreparedbyMac’s CateringinMillvile,Kristinasaid.Her business,Kristina’sCakery,willprovide desserts.Asilentauctionisanotherhighlightofthenight,andSeansaidthecouplewelcomescontributionsforthatfrom businessesorindividualswhowouldlike todonatesomethingfortheauction.

Santa’sLettersraised$14,000 throughlastyear’sdinner,nearlydoublingtheproceedsfromtheprevious year,Seansaid.Thisyear,thereisanoptionconnectedtoticketsalestomakea

donationtotheorganization,andSean saidthathasalreadyresultedin$3,000in donations,notcountingticketsales. Supportfromthecommunityfor Santa’sLettershasbeenphenomenal,the couplesaid.“Alotofbusinessessay‘how canwehelp?’”Kristinasaid.Toseesome oftheitemsthathavebeendonatedfor theauction,checkouttheSanta’sLetters Facebookpage.Sofar,donationsinclude originalartwork,golfpackages,home décorandbasketsfilledwitheverything fromgiftcertificatesforspadaysand photoshootstowineandothergoodies. Ticketsforthespaghettidinnerare available(tilltheysellout)atwww.santaslettersinc.com.Anyoneinterestedin donatingitemstothesilentauction shouldcallSeanMaloneat(302)7402119.Generaladmissionis$30;a gluten-freeoptionisavailablefor$35.

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TropicalStormOpheliarecentlyunearthedsomedangerousremnantsoftheoldInlet bridgelastweek.

CoastalPointencourages theexchangeofideas. Letterstotheeditormustbe signedbytheauthorwith phonenumberincludedfor purposesofverification.

Editorial Thestaff

Safety,asalways,mustbethetoppriority

Localfirst-responderswereatthesceneyesterdayinNorth Bethanyforanaccidentthatreportedlyinvolvedabicyclist.ThisfollowsanaccidentSaturdaymorninginDeweyBeachthatsawa pedestrianstruckbyavehicleonRoute1.

Sufficeittosay,wehaveasignificantproblem.

Therehavebeencountlessmeetings,studiesandreportsregarding safetyalongRoute1,andtherehascontinuedtobeaccidentafteraccident,manyinvolvingultra-vulnerablebicyclistsandpedestrians.For alltheblinkinglights,signageandevenfencingputupalongthemedianinOceanCity,Md.,thestretchofthehighwaythatrunsfrom LewesthroughOceanCitycontinuestobedecidedlydangerous.

Look—weunderstandthatsimplytheexistenceofahighway thatrunsthrougharecreationalarealikethebeachtownshasthepotentialtobedangerous.Peopleareoutridingbikesorwalkingorjog-

ging,orsimplycarrying700poundsofstuffwiththemtogohitthe beach.Manypeopleare“livinginthemoment,”andmaybenotpayingattentionasmuchastheyshould.Anditisajugglingactforofficialstomaintainahighwaythathandlessomuchtrafficanda demographicthatisoutcrossingthehighwayorridingalongitat anygiventime.

It’salot.Andwe’renotsuretherewilleverbea“magiccode”to solvingalltheproblemsthatinherentlyexistwiththissituation. Buttheeffortsmustcontinue.IfPlanAdoesn’twork,turnto PlanB.IfPlanCdoesn’twork...well,findaPlanD. Forallthetalkaboutrenewableenergyandelectionsandpopulationdensity,noneofitmattersmuchifwecan’tkeeppeoplealiveand safe.Thathastobepriorityone,anditshouldprobablybepriority two,threeandfour,aswell.

Despiteowners,Oriolespackapunch

Ifyou’renotabaseballfan,youmightnotcareaboutwhat’s cominginthisweek’scolumn.Ifyou’renotspecificallyafanof theBaltimoreOrioles,well...Idon’tknowwhattotellyou.

Thismightgetalittleobnoxious.

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TheBaltimoreOriolesjustwrapped uparegularseasonwheretheywonan astonishing101games,theAmerican LeagueEastandsecuredthetopseedin theAmericanLeagueforthisyear’s playoffs.Formanyofyououttherewho followcompetentfranchises,thismight seemlikeacutelittlestory.ForOrioles fanswhoconsistentlyputtheirheartsandsoulsintoanorganizationthatisconstantlygivenacollectivewedgiebyanabsurdandunseriousownershipgroup,thisfeelsabitlike paradise.

callitaragingdumpsterfire. Theythenhadafairlysatisfyingfive-yearstretchwhere they madetheplayoffsthreeoutoffiveyears.But,alas,itcame timetopaysomeplayersandlockupanothergoodmanagerin BuckShowalter,andOriolesmanagementpunted.Sure,it’shardforsmallermarketteamstocompetewiththedeep pocketsinNewYork,BostonandLos Angeles,butwhathappenedinsteadwas borderingontheTitanic.

Darin J. McCann

WhenPeterAngelosfirstboughtthefranchisein1993, therewasalottobeexcitedaboutfortheOriolesfaithful. CamdenYardswasthepearloftheMajorLeagues,spawning awaveofnewstadiumsacrossthesefruitedplains,andthey werecomingoffasolid-to-good89-winseasonundermanagerJohnnyOates.Therosterhadsomeyoungplayerswith potential,andboastedestablishedstarsincludingCalRipken Jr.,BradyAndersonandMikeMussina.

By1997,theteamwasabsolutelystacked,cruisedtoadivisiontitlewith98winsunderaneven-bettermanagerinDavey Johnsonandlookingtomakenoiseintheplayoffsaftertheir 1996campaignwaseffectivelydestroyedwhena12-year-old YankeesfanreachedoverthewalltostealaballfromanOriolesoutfielder’sgloveduringtheAmericanLeagueChampionshipseries.Infact,myeyeballsstilldotheMacarenawhenI hearthename“JeffreyMaier”tothisdayand...

ButIdigress.

Afterthat1997teamcameupshortintheplayoffs,that versionofthesquadbegantofallapart,asownershipdecided tonotreplenishthefallentalentandtoinstead(myopinion) takethefansforgrantedandmilkeverycenttheycouldoutof theteamwithoutevenattemptingtocompete.Outof162 games,thesearetheOrioles’wintotalsfrom1998through 2012:79,78,74,63,67,71,78,74,70,69,68,64,66and69.

That’s15seasons—each ofwhichcontainedalosing record.Theclosesttheyfinishedtofirstplaceduringthat stretchwas13.5games.Itwouldbeentirelyfairtocallthata darktimeinfranchisehistory.Infact,itwouldn’tbeunfairto

TheOrioleswentonafive-year stretchwheretheywent253-455,includingabanner2018seasonwheretheywent47-115—or, roughlymypercentagesofgettingdatesinhighschool.

Now,thegoodthingabout2018wastheOriolesdecidedto embracetheirpositionasasmaller-marketteamafterthat trainwreckseason,activelytakepartinthe“Moneyball” processofgettingthemostoutofyourbuck,andstartedcompilingdraftcapitalandprospects.Todoso,theyluredMike EliasawayfromthesuccessfulHoustonAstrosfranchiseto changethedirectionoftheorganizationastheteam’snew generalmanager.

Hehas.

Ofcourse,itwasn’tjustaboutgettingdraftpicks.Itwas aboutmakingthosedraftpickscount,andEliashasdonethat. Hehaspickedyoungstars,suchasAdleyRutschman,Gunnar Henderson,JordanWestburg,GraysonRodriguezandothers, whohavecontributedtothisturn-around.Healsoacquired standoutpitcherKyleBradishonthecheap,andhasbuilta minor-leaguesystemthatistheenvyofmanyintheMajors, evenwithsomanyofhisyoungprospectsnowintheBig Leagues.JustwaituntilyougetaloadofJacksonHolliday whenhegetscalleduptothebigteaminthenextyearorso, ashemightbethebestprospectofthebunch.

So,thisisfun.It’sexcitingtohaveateamthatmostbaseballfansaroundtheworldactuallyrespect,andIfeellikeakid againwaitingfortheOriolestothrowoutthefirstpitchof their2023playoffrunonSaturday.DoIexpectthemtowin thewholethingandstartplanningaWorldSeriesvictoryparade?Notreally,ifwe’rebeingcompletelyhonest.It’shardto do,andthisisayoungteamgettingitsfirsttasteofpostseason baseball.ButdoIthinktheycoulddoit?YoubetIdo.

AndI’mgoingtoenjoythisteamuntilownershipscrewsit upagain.

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Themailingaddressis:

ByJoeConaway,Chairman SussexEconomicDevelopment ActionCommittee

LastThursday,theSussexCounty CouncilanditsPlanning&Zoning Commissionmetinworkshopsession todiscusschangesthatmightbeconsideredforitszoningcodeandregulations.Theymetintheirbrand-new EmergencyOperationsCenteratSussexCountyAirport.Whatafacility! AndI’msurethatitgotplentyofworkoutthispastweekend.

Theworkshopwasclosedtopublic comment,butthepublicwastherein largenumbersanyway.Wewereallthere tohearwhatchangesmaybeproposed toourcodesandregulations.Topicsthat werediscussedincludedperimeter buffers,forestpreservation,openspace, somespecificcountycodeupdates,interconnectivity,andanumberofhousingpossibilities,includingaccessory dwellingunits,theuseofsingle-and doublewidestofillthegapinworkforce andaffordablehousing,andmanaged meadows.

Therewerenohardsuggestions madeandnofinaldecisionsmade.All

ofthisdiscussionwassimplytogetthe discussionstarted.Most,ifnotall,of thetopicswillhavetogothrougha numberofpublicworkshopsandmeetingsinwhichtheentirepopulationwill havetheopportunitytohaveitssay.

TheSussexEconomicDevelopment ActionCommitteecongratulatesthe Countyforgettingstartedwithwhat shouldbealongprocess.

ManyofourmemberswereinattendanceortunedinviaZoom.SEDAC’s monthlymeetingwasheldonSept.22, so wewereabletodiscusstheissues thatwerebroughupintheCounty hearing.

Itisclearfromthesuggestionbeing madeattheCountymeetingthatany developmentthatwillcomeisgoingto costmore.Idislikequotingstatistics, butIhaveseennumbersthatplacethe costofregulationonbuildingconstructionatanywherefrom$100,000to $175,000perlot.Guesswhoisgoingto paythatandguesswhatitdoestothe possibilityofworkforcehousing?But that doesn’tseemtochangetheminds oftheno-growthcrowd.Notonesuggestionthatwasdiscussedatthe Countymeetingfocusedoncostexplo-

sionscausedbyadditionalCountyand Stateregulations.

Nowletmesaythattherewillstillbe governmentandnon-profitgroupsin thehousingbusiness,buttheirbudgets willbelimited,andtherequirementof ownershipwilldisqualifythousandsof ourpeoplefromtheseprograms.We shouldsupporttheseprograms,butwe must createnewprogramssothatour youngpeoplewillhavethesameopportunitiesthatweoldpeoplehadwhenwe lookedforourfirsthome.

Wehavetalkedtocompaniesthat wanttocomehere,butthereareno homesforthosethatwouldcomewith them.Manyofthesefolkswhonow provideserviceseastofU.S.113can’t affordtolivewheretheywork.Ifthese regulationsbecomelaw,anyhopeof havingskilledorprofessionalworkers callSussextheirhomeisover.Andour youngpeoplewillbeleavingatgreater ratesthantheyarenow.

Iheardagreatdealoftalkaboutadditionalbuffers.Thefirstthingthatone learnsaboutbuffersisthattheycause “sprawl.”Themorelandweusefor buffers,thelesslandremainsforhousing,whichmakesthecostofnewhomes rise.

Afewyearsago,IattendedaprogramsponsoredbytheStateDepartmentofNaturalResources& EnvironmentalControlthatwasall aboutbuffers.Thepaidexpertspeaker providedinformationaboutbuffers, fromsizetowhatoneshoulddowithin thebufferstoprotectourstreamsand bays.Atthattime,theStateanditsbureaucratswerepushingmajorincreases inthesizeofbuffers.Theexpertbegan hispresentationandimmediately

turnedhisattentiontobuffersizes.His pointwassimplythatitdidnotmatter whatsizeabufferwas(10feet,100feet, 1,000feet),itmatterswhatyoudidin thebuffer.

Thebureaucratswentintoacompletestateofpanic,draggedtheir speaker outandhadaveryheateddiscussioninthebackoftheroom.After about15minutesofextremeargument, theconferencestartedagainwiththe speaker,notadmittingtoanyerrorin hispresentation,makingsomepoint aboutfurtherdiscussionandmoving quicklytohismajorpoint—whatone mustdoinabuffertomakeitwork.

Shortlyafterhefinishedhispresentation,Ilefttheconference.Thebureaucratsintendedto,obviously,censor everythingthatwouldfollow.Thepoint fromthisfiascothatIwillneverforget andwhatcontinuestoshapemyopinionofbufferregulationsisthatbest managementpracticesalwayswinover sizeinprotectingtheenvironment.

Therearechangesthatweneedto makeinordertomakeSussexCounty anevengreaterplacetolive.Butit’snot allontheCounty.Theroadsystemhere hasneverstayedevenwithourneeds. Thefirstland-useplanforSussex CountycamefromtheStateunderGov. Peterson.Backthen,inthelate’60s,the StatecalledforRoute1fromFive PointstoRehobothtoallbezoned commercial,yettheStatedidnotmake anyimprovementstothatstretchof roaduntilthe1980sandthendidthem withoutanyinputfromeitherthe CountyorRehoboth.TheGeorgetown bypassunderconstructionnowwas

Lookingahead,withreflectionon16thseason

ByPattiGrimes,ExecutiveDirector JoshuaM.FreemanFoundation

AstheseasonchangesonDelmarva, wewanttoreflectonanotherimpactful seasonattheFreemanArtsPavilionon theheelsofasuccessfulyearofgrowth fortheArtsAccessInitiative.

Theyear2023markedthe16thseasonofpresentingtheartsfortheoutdoorperformingartsvenue,aprogram oftheJoshuaM.FreemanFoundation, nearSelbyville.Thisseasonbrought freshbeginningstothenon-profitasit debutedthenewboxofficeandmain entrance.Thesearethefirstoftwopermanentstructuresinthevenueandthe firstpartofthemulti-phasedplanfor theexpandedvenue.Thesenewstructureshavetransformedtheentryexperienceforpatrons.

Thecoveredwoodenstructureofthe mainentranceisnotonlyafocalpoint uponenteringFreemanArtsPavilion, butthelandscapingfeaturedaspatrons walktowardandthroughtheentrance

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plannedtobegininthe1970s.Iguess 50yearsisn’tbadtowait.

Letmemakethispoint:TheState

hascreatedawarmandvibrantgreeting. Thenewboxofficeincludesthreeexternalwindowsforgueststohaveanonsiteticketpurchaseoption,aswellasan internallocationforvisitorstopurchase merchandise,inquireaboutfutureshows, andservesasaninformationhubfor guests.

Thesenewamenitieshaveexpedited guestentryintothevenueandexpanded safetyforvisitors,whileenhancingthe overallexperiencefromentrytoexit.We arethrilledtohavesuccessfullyachieved thisfirstphaseoftheFreemanArts Pavilionthroughthecontinuedsupport ofcommunitymembersandlocalbusinesseswhohavecontributedtoourcapitalcampaign,andwelookforwardto connectingwithmoreindividualsaswe setoursightson“TheNextStage”in seekingcommunityfunding.

Theyear2023hasproventobeanothermilestoneyearfortheJoshuaM. FreemanFoundation,havingprovided artsexperiencestonearly130,000students,residentsandvisitorsthusfar,in-

provided$4,144,387,287totheDepartmentofTransportationfrom2011to 2021,yetonly$782,910,850ofthat money(18.89percent)cametoSussex, yetSussexCountyis48percentofthe landmassofDelaware—KentandNew Castle,therestofthestate,is52per-

cludingmorethan105,000attendeesat theFreemanArtsPavilion.Fansof artistssuchasDariusRucker,LadyA, JasonMraz,DionneWarwickand BrandiCarlilejoinedusthisseason— manyforthefirsttime.Thegenre-diverselineupalsofeaturedimmenselytalentedperformersrepresentingawide varietyofartists,fromtributebandsand dancecompaniestochildren’stheatre andacappellagroups—therewas somethingforeveryoneatFreemanArts Pavilionthissummer,includingmore than25freeperformancesforallto enjoy.

Weareexcitedtosharethemusic doesn’tstopwiththeconclusionofthe summerseason.Inadrivenefforttoexpandourmission,wecontinuetopartnerwithschoolsinWorcester, WicomicoandSussexcountiestopresentartseducationprogrammingforstudentsinpre-Kto12thgrade.During the2022-2023schoolyear,morethan 13,500studentsexperiencedthearts throughthisinitiative,atnocostto

cent.Seemsquitefairtome.

Toaddressthissituation,let’stry somethingthatworkedfortheCounty inthepast.Let’sappointacommittee of themajorgroupsinvolvedinthis issueandseeifwecancomeupwithsolutionsthatenableustomakework-

schools,studentsorthecommunity. Thisyear,welookforwardtoexpandingartsaccessopportunitiesby partneringwithcommunitygroups,such aslocallibrariesandafter-schoolprograms,toprovidefreeliveartsperformancesforthecommunityat-large.The firstpublicperformancefortheoff-seasonwasheldonTuesday,Sept.26,atthe SelbyvillePublicLibrary,featuringthe DelawarePoetsLaureate.

Theworkofourorganizationisnot possiblewithoutthesupportanddedicationofourvolunteers,sponsors,donors andpatrons.Morethan270individuals contributedvolunteerhoursandsupport thisyear,totalingmorethan18,000 hoursserved.Weareeternallygrateful forthosewhoallowourmissiontocontinue—theyseethemissioninaction andleadwithourvisioninmindtocreateavibrantartscommunity.Wethank everyonewhohascontributedtocreatingopportunitiesthatelevatethehuman spiritandcontinuetosupportproviding artsaccesstoall.

forceandaffordablehousingavailable throughoutSussex.Justmaybeitwill enableustokeepouryoungpeoplehere andprovideskilledandprofessional workerstofindahomehere.

Readerbackseffort tobuildpool

Editor:

AfterreadingthearticleonthediscussionofaRoxanareccenter,I wantedtosupporttheindividuals workinghardtogetapoolbuiltfor thecommunity.

Allthreeofmychildrenswim— oneswimsforIndianRiverHigh School.Thehighschoolswimprogramhastopayforpracticetime,and swimmersaretravelingtodifferent poolsduringtheweekinorderto practice.Thepoolslackstartingblocks andoftenenoughlanesforcoachesto holdthepracticesnecessary.Inaddition,withthedistrictsaleofHoward T.Ennis,theteamwasforcedtopay forpracticetimelateintheeveningsat Bayside.

Asacommunity,weneedtonot onlybeworkingtowardprovidinga poolfortheswimprogramsatthe high-schoollevel,butforouryounger swimmersaswell.Weliveinabeach town—swimmingisalifeskillfor thechildreninthearea.Weneedto provideanaffordableopportunityfor themtohaveaplacetolearn,increase theirwatersafetyandprovidetherapeuticopportunities.Thepoolwould

notonlybenefittheschools,itwould makeadifferenceinthecommunity.

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Seniorcitizens stillcontributing

Editor:

Wesometimeshearsomelocals (borninSussexCounty)contrastthemselvesfromthosewho“camehere”from somewhereelse.

Butwhetheryouarefromhereor camehere,thethingweallhavein commonisbeinginvariousage-based groups;thatis,youth,youngpeople, midd le-agedpeopleandseniorcitizens.

Theseniorcitizengroupisfast growinginSussexCountybecauseitis agreatplacetoliveandenjoyretirement.“Seniorcitizen”usedtomean peopleaged65-plus,andusuallyalso markedthemsoontoretirestatus.

ButAmericansnowlivelonger (PresidentJimmyCarterjustturned 99).Manyseniorcitizenseitherhaveto continuetoworktomakeitfinancially, orchoosetoworkasawaytokeepbusy orhavesocialcontactswaypast65.

Now,asaretiredpersonwhoisa seniorcitizen,letmeinformthe youngergenerationsabouttherealityof

livingintheso-called“GoldenYears.” Thegoodthingsfirst.

•Weseniorcitizensenjoyseniordiscountsatsomebusinesses.

•Weseniorswhoaremilitaryveteranshaveauniqueviewofthepersonal sacrificesrequiredtokeepourcountry’s freedoms.

•Weseniorswhoareretiredenjoy havingmoretimeandopportunitiesto devotetoservingourcommunitiesas “volunteers.”Infact,SussexCounty non-profitsandreligiousorganizations couldnotrunsuccessfuloutreachprogramswithoutretiredsenior-citizen volunteers.

•Weseniorcitizenshavealotof uniquereal-worldexperiencetoshare. Manyseniorschoosetobecomementorstoyoungerpeople,passingontheir experience.

•Seniorshavewonderfulmemories. Whilesomeseniorsdohavesome memorylossor“seniormoments,”we havemanygoodmemories,especially aboutgoodfriendsorfamily,and proudlywatchingthenextgeneration andtheirfamilies(grandchildrenor great-grandchildren)taketheirplacesin society.

Now,thenot-so-goodthings.

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•Mostofthedifficultiesinsenior lifearerelatedtohealthchallenges.

•Weputupwithsomemobility challengesandmayrequiresomepatiencefromyoungerpeople.

•Gettinginoroutofavehicle,we areslowermoving,butbepatientwith us.

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•Walking.Well,let’ssaythewalking orjoggingpaceofmanyseniorssometimesbecomesmorelikeaslowdance shuffle.

usedtohave.

•Stairsorelevator.Inthemulti-story buildings,seniorslearnquicklywhere theelevatorsare.Stairscanbeachallenge.

•Losingkeys.Enoughsaid.

•Balance.Manyseniorsexperience dizzinessorbalanceproblems.Thishas createdaneedformore“balancetraining ”atphysicaltherapyfacilities.

skillsandexperiences,andcontinueto contributetoourcommunityinmany importantways.

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•Hearing.“Whatdidyousay?”We seniorsdohavereducedcapacitytohear aswegrowolder.Digitalhearingaids, whilegreatlyimproved,stilltendtofall out ofears,especiallywhengardening ortakingpartinstrenuousactivity.Also, whiletalkingoncellphones,hearing aidscanbeadjustedtoamplifyyourcell phoneaudio,buttheysometimesfailto workproperly.Inanoisyvenue,likeata busyrestaurantwithasinger,youwill seemanyseniorsremoveorturnoff theirhearingaidsasallloudsounds mergeintoafrustratingaudiofog.

•Readingbyseniorsusuallyrequires glasses,whichseemtobemisplaced moreoften.Eveneyecontactscanget lost.

•Tiringmorequickly(orrunning outofsteam).Seniorsmaygoshopping orgotoseethegrandchildrenplay sports,butwedon’thavethestaminawe

•Falling.Routinethingsliketaking offone’sshoes,whilestanding,canend inabadfall.Manyseniorslivewitha constantfearoffallingandbeingembarrassed.Awalkingcaneorsometype ofmobilityassistanceisimportantto manyseniors.

•Gettingtimelymedicalappointmentsisachallenge.WhileSussex Countyhasalotoffirst-classmedical doctors/nursesinlargefacilities,getting anoutpatientappointmentcan turn intoarealchallenge,havingtowaitfor weeksormonthsforanappointment withaspecialist.

•Physicaltherapyfacilities.It seemsliketherearealmostasmany physicaltherapyclinicsasthereare banksinSussexCounty.Itcannotbe relatedtojustsportsinjuries.Itis morelikelyrelatedtomoreseniorcitizenswithphysicaltherapyneedsin SussexCounty.

So,whenyounextcomeacrossaseniorcitizen,pleasedounderstandthat theymayhaveuniquehealth-related challenges,buttheyalsohaveunique

Readerdemandsend towindfarmplans

Editor:

Icannotbelievethatcoastalresidents ofDelawarearenotprotestingtheadvanceoftheØrstedwindfarmplans. Gotothecoast.Lookatthepristine viewofoceanandskygoingtothehorizon.Theinstallationofthesegiant windmillswilldestroythisbeautiful view.Anditwilldestroythesealifethat livesinandoverthisseascapeweare takingforgranted.

TheDanishwindmillsarenotworth thisloss.Idonotbelieveforamoment theclaimofthousandsofjobsand powerbenefitsofthesemonstermachines.Ihaveseenthemoutwestandin Europe.UnlessyouareOKwith washed-updeadsealifeandbirdlife,debrisfromdamagedmachineryandthe loss ofbeautifulviewsoftheocean,contactyourofficialsnow.Thesealienmachinesarenotworththecost!Demand anendtothisprojectnow.

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HauntedHistoryevent atRALthisOctober

After280years,thereareboundto besomeghostshauntingthehallsofthe oldHomesteadbuilding!AndthisOctober,theRehobothArtLeagueisofferingauniqueopportunitytohear fromthespiritsthathauntthehistoric campusinHenlopenAcres.AreLouise CorkranandPeterMarshstillresiding intheHomestead?Istheresomething buriedinthebackgarden?Cananunsolvedcasefromthe1800sfinallybe closed?

OnThursday,Oct.26,at6p.m.,the RALwillofferitsHaunted Historyevent,featuringtheleague’s Homestead,GardensandPaynter’sStudio.CarolPollio,directorandleadinvestigatoratIntuitiveInvestigations, willpresentaformaltalksharingher paranormalresearchandfindingsfrom RAL’sproperty.Attendeeswilllearn aboutlocallegendsandunnervingtales thathaveunfoldedontheleague’scampusoverthecourseofhundredsofyears. Theycanreviewtheevidenceforthemselves,includingaudioandphotographs, andseewhattheymakeofghoststhat mightstillmakeRALtheirhome.

Theeventcosts$10perperson,and lightrefreshmentswillbeavailable.Interestedpartiescanpurchaseticketson theartleague’swebsiteatrehobothartleague.org.

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ByCaraKonlian,MSPT,CEO AquacarePhysicalTherapy

Mostpeopleareunawarethatpelvic floortherapycanhelpinthemanagementofboweldisorders.

Physicaltherapistscanevaluateand treatthemusculoskeletalandneuromuscularcomponentsofboweldysfunctioninordertoimproveapatient’s qualityoflife.

Someboweldisordersproventoimprovewithphysicaltherapyinclude:

•Fecalincontinence;

•Bowelfrequency,urgency,retention, and/orincompleteemptying;

• Flatulence;

•Diarrhea;

•Constipation;

•Rectocele;

•Abdominalbloating;and

•Anal/rectaland/orabdominalpain,

pressureorspasm.

Musculoskeletaldysfunctionscanbe treatedusingtechniquessuchasreleasingmyofascialtriggerpointsintheabdomen,back,glutealandpelvicfloor; neuromuscularre-education;and strengtheningofthemusclegroups.

Causesandtreatment forconstipation

Constipationisacommondisorder thatprimarycarephysiciansandgastroenterologistsdiagnoseonaregular basis.

Therearemanycausesofconstipation.Itcanbeamotilityandguttransit issue,oritmaybepelvicfloordyssynergia,meaningthepelvicfloormuscles failtorelaxandcontractproperly.The pelvicfloorisagroupofmusclesatthe baseofthepelvisthathelpcontrolsex-

ual,urinaryandbowelfunction.

Thesemusclesmustrelaxandcontractproperlytomaintainurinaryand fecalcontinence,sexualfunction,and propervoidinghabits.

Theinabilitytorelaxandcontract thepelvicfloormusclescorrectlycan leadtosymptomsofconstipation, strainingwithbowelmovements,and feelingsofincompleteevacuation.

Causesandtreatment ofdiarrhea

Diarrheaisdefinedasaconditionin whichfecesaredischargedfromthe bowelsfrequentlyandinaliquidform. Leakagefromdiarrheacanoccurdueto weakpelvicfloormuscles.

Physicaltherapiststrainedinthe dysfunctionsofpelvicfloorandbowels canhelpyouregaincontroloverthese

musclesandreduceissuescausedbydiarrhea.

Causesandtreatmentof IrritableBowelSyndrome(IBS)

SignsandsymptomsofIBSmayincludeabdominalpainordiscomfort, bloating,gas,frequentbowelmovements,diarrhea,orconstipation.Asone ofthemostcommondisordersofthe gastrointestinalsystem,IBSmaycause tightening,weakening,orincoordinationofthepelvicfloorandabdominal musculature.

With apersonalizedphysicaltherapy andpelvicfloortreatmentplan,your musclestrengthwillimprove,andmany IBSsymptomscanberesolved.

Causesandtreatment offecalincontinence

Fecalincontinenceistheinabilityto controlbowelmovements,causingstool toleakunexpectedly.Precursorsymptomsincludesoiling,fecalurgency,and flatulence.Theamountofstoolwillvary assometimesonlyasmallquantitywill belostorthecompletebowelmovementmaybelost.

FecalIncontinencecanoccurdueto thefollowing:

•Muscledamage.Injurytotherings ofmuscleattheendoftherectum(anal sphincter)maymakeitdifficulttohold stoolbackproperly.Thiskindofdamagecanoccurduringchildbirth,especiallyifyouhaveanepisiotomyor forcepsareusedduringdelivery.

•Nervedamage.Injurytothenerves thatsensestoolintherectumorthose thatcontroltheanalsphinctercanlead tofecalincontinence.Thenervedamage can becausedbychildbirth,constant strainingduringbowelmovements, spinalcordinjuryorstroke.Somediseases,suchasdiabetesandmultiple sclerosis,canalsoaffectthesenerves andcausedamagethatleadstofecalincontinence.

•Lossofstoragecapacityintherectum.Normally,therectumstretchesto accommodatestool.Ifyourrectumis scarredoryourrectalwallshavestiffenedfromsurgery,radiationtreatment, orinflammatoryboweldisease,therectum can’tstretchasmuchasitneedsto, andexcessstoolcanleakout.

Causesandtreatment ofhemorrhoidpain

Hemorrhoidsarepainful,swollen, andinflamedveinsaroundtheanusand rectum.Theyoccurusuallydueto strainingwithbowelmovementswith pregnancyorchronicconstipation.

Hemorrhoidscanbeexternal(skin aroundtheanus)orinternal(insidethe

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BeebeHealthcarePerinatalLoss SupportServiceswillhostthe19thAnnual“WalktoRemember”at2p.m.on Sunday,Oct.8,attheGeorgeH.P. SmithPark,BlockHousePond,in Lewes.

TheWalktoRememberisheldannuallytoofferfamiliestheopportunity

tohonorthememoryofbabieswho havediedthroughtubalpregnancy,miscarriage,stillbirth,neonatalorinfant death.Beebe’seventistheonlyWalkto RememberheldintheStateof Delawaretospecificallycommemorate pregnancyandinfantloss.Similarwalks takeplacenationwideeachfallinhonor

ofOctober’sdesignationasPregnancy &InfantLossAwarenessMonth.

Participantsmaypre-registerorregisteronsitethedayofthewalk.AttendeeswillgatheratBlockhousePond pavilionbeforethehalf-milewalk,and thenwillproceedasagroupalongthe pavedwalkwayaroundthepond.Atthe

endofthewalk,ashortmemorialservicewilltakeplacetohonorthememory of thebabies.

Formoreinformationaboutthe walk,toregister,ortoprovidecontributions,contactBarbaraRogersatMargaretH.RollinsSchoolofNursingby calling(302)645-3251.

analcanal).Ifthemusclesortissuesin therectumandanalcanalarerestricted orinspasm,bloodflowtothehemorrhoidisrestricted.Thisdecreasedcirculationcanmakehealingmoredifficult.

Physicaltherapycanhelpincrease tissuemobilityandreducemuscle spasmsintheaffectedarea.

Causesandtreatmentofrectocele (protrusion)

Arectoceleistheprotrusionofrectal tissueintheposteriorvaginalwall.It mayoccurwithchildbirth,chronicconstipation,chroniccoughing,heavylifting,estrogendeficiency,abdominal weakness,andobesity.

Symptomsmayincludeconstipation orpelvicpain,andfecalorurinaryincontinence.

Arectocelemaybeprevented throughcorrectbodymechanicswith lifting,avoidanceofstraining,controlling,andtreatingconstipation,weight control,core-stabilizationexercises,and Kegels.

Arectocelecanbesuccessfullymanagedthroughpelvicfloorphysicaltherapy.

Physicaltherapy forboweldisorders

Someofthephysicaltherapytreatmentsforboweldisordersincludeexternalandinternalrectalmyofascial releasetechniques,triggerpointrelease techniques,biofeedbacktherapytohelp down-traintightmusclesorup-train weakmuscles,instructiontocorrect boweltechniquestopreventstraining, instructionin-homeexerciseprogram tostretchandstrengthenthepelvic floor,hip,andglutealmuscles.

Manualtherapyisneededtoreduce thetension,adhesions,andknotsin musclesthatcausethemtobecome dysfunctional.

Biofeedbacktherapyhelpsre-train thepelvicfloormuscles’abilitytocontractandrelaxwithintheirfullrangeof motion.Itisatreatmentthatrequires eithertheinsertionofarectalsensor (sensoristhesizeandlengthofa pinky)orexternalsensorstomeasure pelvicfloormuscletensionthrough electromyography(EMG).

TheEMGactivityisvisuallydisplayedonthebiofeedbackunitsoapatientcanseewhattheirmusclesare

doingandlearntobettercontrolthese muscleswithverbalandtactilecueing fromthephysicaltherapist.Identifying theinternalsensationsassociatedwith relaxationandhowtomaintainthe abilityofthepelvicfloormusclestobe inarelaxedstatethroughoutthedayis taughtaswell.

Specificstretchingandstrengtheningexercisesaretaughtforthepelvic floor,theabdomen,andthepelvicgirdle(thegluteal,hamstring,andadductormusculature).

Manualtherapy,suchassofttissue mobilizationandtriggerpointrelease, areadministeredtotightandrestricted tissuebothtothelowerabdominalregionandpelvicfloormusculatureto helpincreasebloodflow,decreaserestrictionsandpromotehealing.Educationregardingnormalbowelfunction andidentificationofproblematictoiletinghabitsisalsoanimportantstepto recovery.Bycomplyingwithapelvic floorphysicaltherapist’srecommendation,patientscanbewellontheirway

topain-freeandstress-freebowelfunction.

Tomakeanappointment,callthe nearestAquacarelocationorschedule anappointmentorevaluationonlineat www.aquacarephysicaltherapy.com.

CaraKonlian,MSPT,isCEOof AquacarePhysicalTherapy.Shespecializes inaquaticandpelvicfloorphysicaltherapy.Aquacareofferspelvicfloorphysical therapyformenandwomenandseveralof its11locationsinDelawareandMaryland.

newboardmembers

JennBarrows,presidentofSussex Strong,theSussexCountyAssociationofRealtors’communityservice foundation,recentlyintroducedthe newestmembersoftheSussexStrong BoardofDirectors,“eachbringinga wealthofexperienceandenthusiasm totheorganization.”Theboardmembers,includingBarrows,JosetteCastiglioneandBrigitTaylor—whohave servedinvariousrolessince2019— saidtheyarethrilledtowelcomea groupofaccomplishedprofessionals whoarededicatedtomakingapositiveimpactinSussexCounty.

Newmembers:

•JamieColemanhasbeenaresidentoftheLewes/RehobothBeach areasince2008.Inadditiontoher roleasaresidentialrealestateagent withPatterson-Schwartzsince2014, Colemanlooksforwaystogiveback tohercommunity.

•TomCarneyisaDelawarereal estateattorney,focusingonadministrativeandgovernmentlaw,landuse, realestate,andbusinessandbanking transactionsthroughhispractice,T. CarneySussexLaw.Hisexpertise spansarangeofcommercialandresidentialrealestatetransactionsand land-usematters.

•JoeGensoli,originallyfromEaston,Pa.,hasbeenaresidentofthe RehobothBeachareasince2017.A proudPennStatealumni,hepreviouslyservedasachairmanforPenn StateTHONandiscurrentlyalender withCapitalBank.

•JessicaWhiteHarrison,aMilton native,realestateinvestorandlicensed Realtor,joinedRE/MAX’sTheDebbieReedTeamin2019.Beforeobtainingherrealestatelicense,she workedasaresidentialpropertymanager,discoveringherpassionforall thingsrealestate.

•MichaelKennedy,agraduateof PennsylvaniaStateUniversitywitha degreeinfinance,beganhisrealestate

careerwithnationalbuildersandhas beenalicensedrealestateagentsince 2017,currentlywithCompassRE.

•KacieSharadin,aSussexCounty residentsince1995,graduatedasvaledictorianfromWoodbridgeHigh Schoolin2006andearnedherbachelor’sdegreefromYorkCollegeof Pennsylvaniain2010.Shebecamea licensedmortgageloanofficerin2018 andco-foundedthe#LendingLadies ofFairwayIndependentMortgage Corporation.

•SterlingTownsend,originally fromNorthCarolina,movedto Delawarein2001,whereheservedas theseniormanagerofclinicalengineeringforBayhealthMedicalCenter until2020.In2019,heembarkedon hissecondcareerasaRealtor,serving SussexandKentcountieswithColdwellBankerRealty.

•CeciliaWaple,borntoJamieand AngelaWaple,whomovedtoRehobothin1991andopenedSirGuy’s Restaurant&Pub,hasadiversecareer background,includingtheeventindustryinChicagoandthemortgage industry.Sheandherfiancé,Nick,cofoundedTheSilverLakeGroupof UnivestMortgageandworkasloan officers.

•RitaGasparini,whoraisedher familyinPennsylvania,iscurrently servingastreasurerfortheboard. Withanaccountingdegreefromthe UniversityofMarylandandacareer spanningIBMandmultiplesmaller firms,shecurrentlyworksasanaccountantforBonnieBensonEsq.real estatelawfirm.

TheentireBoardofDirectorsat SussexStrongisenthusiasticabout activelyplanningtheSussexStrong Gala,scheduledforThursday,Nov.2, attheRehobothBeachConvention Center.Thisyear’sgalatheme,“SomewhereOvertheRainbow:A‘Wizard

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OnSaturday,Oct.7,theFallHistoricLewesFarmersMarketopensat theLewesElementarySchoolparking lotat820SavannahRoad.Market hoursarenow9a.m.tonoon.Atotalof 31vendorswillfilltheFallMarketwith produce,veggies,bakedgoods,meat, anddairy—one-stopshoppingfor freshlocalfood.

At10a.m.,chefTomWiswellof DriftSeafood&RawBarinRehoboth Beachwillpreparecharcoal-grilledlocal oystersandotherdisheswithproduce fromthemarket.TomSietsema,restaurantcriticoftheWashingtonPost,gave WiswellandDriftaravereviewinAugust.

Customerswillfindredandwhite Hakureiturnips,butternutsquash,turbansquash,kabochasquash,sweet dumplingsquash,carnivalsquash,buttercupsquash,Italianpolebeans,red andwhitecabbages,avarietyofdecorativegourds,pumpkins,appleciders,apples,freshginger,figs,pears,sweet carrots,kales,Swisschard,newlettuces,

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ofOz’Experience,”promisesanenchantingevening.Whileattendeesare alwaysencouragedtodressincostume,itiscertainlynotmandatoryto enjoythefestivitiesandcontributeto

arugula,broccoli,cauliflower,lima beans,beets,sweetcorn,fallpotatoes, greenbeans,garlic,tomatoes,eggplant,porksausages,chopsandribs, hamburgerandallcutsofbeef,freerangechicken—bothwholeandparts —oysters,hand-pickedcrabmeat,crab soups,honeyvarietiesincludingbutter beanandcomb(perfectforafallcheese tray),mushrooms,eggs,yogurt,milk, butter,kombucha,jams,fresh-baked breads,apple-ciderdoughnuts,pastries madewithfruitfromthevendorsatthe market,cut-flowerbouquets,locally roastedcoffeeandcoffeedrinks,coldpressedjuicesmadefromlocalfruits andveggies,andmore.

StartingOct.7,dogsandotherpets (exceptforservicedogs)willnotbepermittedintheFallMarket,toensurethe safetyofcustomers,vendors,andvolunteers.Parkingislimited,somarketgoers arerecommendedtowalkorbikeif able.Forthosewhomustdrivetothe market,thereisparkingintheschool bus parkinglot,includingaccessible

thecauseofhelpingneedychildrenin SussexCounty.

Astheeventdrawsnear,theboard isactivelyseekingpartnershipswith additionalrestaurantstoprovidefood forthe300-plusgalaattendeesand collectingvaluablesilentauction items.SussexStrongwelcomescontri-

parking.ThereisalsoparkingonSavannahRoadandSussexDrive.

TheHLFMwebsitewww.historiclewesfarmersmarket.orglistsallvendors,theircontactinformation,and whethertheytakepre-orders.Forpreorders,thecustomermaypickupatthe vendortentinthemarket.Customers cansignuptoreceivethemarket’s weeklynewsletterontheHLFMwebsite.Themarket’snewsletterslist demos,whateachfarmer/produceris bringingtoeachSaturdaymarket,upcomingeventsandmore.Customers mayalsoemailinfo@historiclewesfarmersmarket.organdasktobeaddedto thelist.

ThemarketacceptsSNAP,WICand SFMNPbenefits,andcontinuesto matchSNAPupto$20permarket,per customer.GototheSNAPtentto processSNAP/EBT.NotethatWIC andSFMNPbenefitsexpireattheend ofthemonth—Tuesday,Oct.31.

Formoreinformation,goto www.HistoricLewesFarmersMarket.org

butionsofanysizeandhopestosee thecommunitycometogetheronNov. 2,representativessaid.

“TheBoardextendstheirheartfelt thankstothenewmembersfortheir dedicationandhardworkthroughout theyearinsupportofSussexStrong’s mission.”

Magic,Music&Entertainment!

"Jest"Jazz&Blues

Friday, October 6 - 7:00 PM

Making their return to our theater in a brand new show, after performing two outstanding shows last November, please join this multi-award winning, New York City, Cabaret/Jazz performing artist, Sue Matsuki in “JEST” Jazz & Blues. This show will feature funny jazz and blues tunes with just a little angst thrown in for good measure! She’s funny AND she can sing?

TheGalsWhoMakeMeSing

Saturday, October 7

Sue Matsuki

Featuring Gregory Toroian on piano

Making their return to our theater in a brand new show, after performing two wonderful shows last November, please join this multi-award winning, New York City, Cabaret/Jazz performing artist, Sue Matsuki in “The Gals Who Make Me Sing!”

LiveJazzBrunchBuffet

Sundays 10 & 12pm

Join us for a relaxing live Jazz Brunch Buffet with 5th Avenue in the Dickens Parlour Dining room! Mouth-watering food prepared by the Good Earth Chef will make for a perfect Sunday while enjoying the sounds of live jazz.

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Obituaries

TerrenceEdward ‘Terry’Christian,61

TerrenceEdward“Terry”Christian,61,ofSelbyville,Del.,died Monday,Aug.28,2023,atAccent CareinWilmington,Del.Hewas borninWashington,D.C.,sonofthe lateWilliamChristianandM.Gloria(Campbell)Christian.

Christianwasa1983graduateof theHowardT.EnnisSchool.Hewas anassemblyworkerforKSIIndustriesfornearly40years.

Helivedaveryhappy,joyfuland playfullife.Fromanearlyage,herechristenedhissiblingsandfamily friendswithsuperheronamesthathe neverforgot.

Christianissurvivedbyfivesiblings,StevenChristianandhiswife, Ariana,ofMissionBeach,Australia, KathleenS.Stephanandherhusband,Robert,ofLaurel,Md.,Valerie A.Watsonandherhusband,David, ofMillville,Del.,WilliamV.ChristianofSelbyville,Del.,andMary EllenWhelenandherhusband,Jeffrey,ofOceanView,Del.;three nieces;sixnephews;andfourgrandnieces.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldat1 p.m.onSunday,Oct.8,2023,at

BishopHastingsFuneralHome,19 S.MainStreetinSelbyville.Friends maycallonehourbeforetheservice. BurialwillbeinRoxanaCemeteryin Roxana,Del.Inlieuofflowers,donationsmaybemadetoKSIIndustries, 301N.RehobothBlvd,Milford,DE 19963.Condolencesmaybesentby visitingwww.bishophastingsfh.com.

WaylandJ.‘Sonny’Clogg,85

WaylandJ.“Sonny”Clogg,85,of Dagsboro,Del.,passedawayatAtlanticGeneralHospitalinBerlin, Md.,onMonday,Sept.25,2023.He wasborninDagsboro,Del.,onJuly 22,1938,tothelatePaulCloggand HelenVickersClogg.

CloggretiredfromtheDepartmentofAgricultureafter30yearsof service.Heenjoyedhunting,vegetablegardening,yardwork,and spendingtimewithhisfamilyand friends.Hewasknowntobegentle, kindandeasy-going,andwillbe deeplymissedbyallwhoknewhim.

Inadditiontohisparents,Clogg wasprecededindeathbyhisgrandparents,CurnieandFlossieClogg; andasister,IrisBrittingham,andher husband,Russell.Heissurvivedby hisdevotedwifeof65years,Joyce AnnCloggofDagsboro,Del.;asis-

ter,BeverlyC.EvansofDagsboro, Del.;anephew,ChristopherEvans andhiswife,Bernadette,ofWaynesboro,Va.;andagreat-nephew,Liam Evans.Hewasblessedwithmany specialfriendsandextendedfamily members.

Agravesideservicewastobeheld onWednesday,Oct.4,2023,atthe DagsboroRedmen’sMemorial Cemetery.Flowerswerewelcome. ArrangementswerebyWatsonFuneralHome&Crematoriumin Millsboro,Del.Clogg’slifememorial webpageandhisonlineguestbook areatwww.watsonfh.com.

CharlesE.DaiseySr.,74

CharlesE.DaiseySr.,74,of Georgetown,Del.,passedawayon Sept.25,2023,inthecareofBeebe HealthcareinLewes,Del.Hewas borninMilford,Del.,onSept.24, 1949,tothelateOliverH.Daisey andMyrtleFarrowDaisey.

Hewasasuccessfulbusinessman, well-knowninlowerDelaware,havingownedandoperatedseveralbusinesses,includingapainting contractingbusiness,twoautomobile dealerships,andowningnumerous rentalproperties.Hewasa“no-nonsense”manwhobelievedinliving

beneathhismeans.Hedislikedhypocritesandcrookedpoliticians,particularly.HewasmarriedtoMary DelemaDaisey,whoprecededhimin deathin2014,andtogetherthey raisedtwosons.

Daiseyissurvivedbyhissons, RogerDaiseyandhiscompanion, NuryArias,ofRedden,Del.,and CharlesDaiseyJr.andhiscompanion,LauraDenton,ofGeorgetown. Hehasfoursisters,FrancesWyatt (andJack)ofMilford,Del.,Rose AdamsofGreenwood,Del.,Virginia WyskiofBridgeville,Del.,andBarbaraDaisey(andDean)ofMillsboro, Del.Alsosurvivinghimarehisfour grandchildren,Tyler,Mackenzie, LoganandCollin.Healsoleavesbehindseveraldearfriends,Billy Downs,BarryIngram,ReeseSmack andBobHerrington,whichincludes hisfaithfulsecretaryof32years, BrendaMontigny.TwootherlongtimefriendsareArnoldandDarlene Smith,andhealsoleavesbehind manyotherextendedfamilymembers,friendsandacquaintances.Anotherheleavesbehindishisbeloved caninefriendChase.

Atimeofviewingandvisitation

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Amidstashortageofprescription stimulants,concernshavebeenraised aboutthepotentialincreaseinillicit druguse.Withmanyindividualsrelyingonprescriptionstimulantstomanageconditionsincluding attention-deficit/hyperactivitydisorder (ADHD),theshortagehasleftmany strugglingtoaccessthemedication theyneed.Thishasledsomeindividualstoturntoillicitdrugsasanalternative,whichcanhaveserioushealth consequences,Delaware publichealth officialsnotedthisweek.

Theshortageofprescriptionstimulantshasbeenattributedtoavarietyof factors,includingsupplychaindisruptionsinthefallof2022andincreased prescribinganddispensing.Duetothe shortage,itisessentialthatstimulants beprescribedresponsibly,officialssaid, urgingthatprescribersassesstherisk ofmisuse,abuseandaddictionpriorto prescribingstimulantmedication.

“Toprescribestimulantmedications, providersmustfollowDiagnostic& StatisticalManualofMentalDisorders (DSM-5)criteriatoconfirmADHD diagnosis.Prescribersmustcross-referenceprescriptioninformationwithinformationavailableinstate-run prescriptiondrugmonitoringprograms (PDMPs),aswellaslimitthenumber ofpillsandfrequencyofpillspre-

scribed.Patientsandtheirfamily membersshouldbeeducatedonhow tosafelystoreanddisposeofprescriptionstimulantsandthepotentialrisks ofmisuse,addictionandoverdose.

“Itisimportantforproviderstobe awarethatthereisagreaterriskofdiversionwhenprescriptionstimulants arescarce.Approximately56to80percentofthepopulationreportedthat stimulantswereobtainedfromfriends orfamilymembers.Themostvulnerablepopulationfornonmedicaluseof prescriptionstimulantswasthe18-25 agegroup,andreportedmisuseof stimulantswasforimprovingacademic orworkperformance,followedby recreationalorsocialuse.”

Officialsnotedthatthesedrugsare easilyaccessiblethroughtheinternet andsocialmedia,posingasprescriptiondrugs,suchasAdderalland Xanax.Thosewebsitesaretargetedat youthatriskofdiversion,misuseand shortages,theysaid.AccordingtoareportpublishedbytheCentersforDiseaseControlinDecember2022, overdosedeathsamongyouthages1419increasedsignificantlyfrom2019to 2021.Morethan25percentofthe deathswerecausedbycounterfeitpills, whichmimickedprescriptionmedicationsbutcontaineddeadlyfentanyl.

Illicitdrugscanhavearangeof

negativeeffectsonbothphysicaland mentalhealthandcanleadtoaddictionandoverdose,theynoted.More than50.6millionfakepillswereseized bytheDrugEnforcementAdministrationin2022.Therewasapotentially lethaldoseoffentanylin6outof10 pillscontainingthedrug. In Delaware,85percentofthe537overdosedeathsin2022involvedfentanyl. Thenumberofoverdosedeathscaused byillicitstimulantsisalsoontherise. Lastyear,44percentofoverdose deathscontainedcocaineand12percentmethamphetamine.

Itisimportanttoscreenpatientsfor stimulant-usedisorders,officialadvised.Tofindmoreinformationon screeningandassessmentgoto HelpIsHereDE.com//health-careproviders.

“Itiscrucialforindividualstoprioritizetheirhealthandsafetybyseeking outalternativetreatmentsorworking withtheirhealthcareprovidertofinda solution,”officialssaid.

Forfree24/7counseling,coaching, andsupport,aswellaslinkstomental health,addiction,andcrisisservices calltheDelawareHopeLineat1-8339-HOPEDE.Tosearchfortreatment andrecoveryservicesinDelawareor nearbystates,visit HelpIsHereDE.com.

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Whenyouare readytolistyour home,choosinga Realtorcanbe daunting.Lookat aFacebookpost requestingarealestateagent,and therewillbe100 recommendations!

ChoosingaRealtorshouldbea process.Therearesomekeyelements thatshouldmakealistingagentstand out.Trust,communicationandenergy levelarecritical.YourRealtorshould workinyourbestinterest,beprofessionalandcommunicatetimely.Preparationisalsoimportant.Dotheyknow themarketandhaveinsightfuldataas to thevalueofyourhome?Dothey haveamarketingplan?Aretheygoing tohelpprepareyourhomeforthemarket?Professionalservices,including photography,stagingandcleaning, shouldbeprovided.Howskilledare theyatnegotiationsbehindthescenes? Havethemgiveexamplesofhowthey handlemultiple-offerscenariosorlowballoffers.

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Marketknowledgeisextremelyimportantwhenitcomestolistingyour homeforsale.Forexample,ifyour

homeisinacommunity,itiscritical thatyouragentisfamiliarwiththe otherfloorplansthatarethereandwhat locationsaremostdesirable.Aknowledgeableagentwillbebestsuitedfor determiningaccuratemarketvalue.

Secondly,mostofyourinteractions with youragentwillbecommunicating viaemailorphone.Youwilldiscussdetailsofyourhomeandimprovements, receivefeedback,andnegotiateoffers andinspectionitems.Itisimportantto choosesomeonewithwhomyoufeel comfortablehavingtheseconversations.

Finally,professionalmarketing,especiallyonline,isessentialtocatchingthe eyeofpotentialbuyers.Iwouldreview pastlistingremarks,photos,ads,flyers, etc.,toensurethatI’dbehappywith howmyhomewouldbepresentedto thepublic.

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SCHSTakeTwoDramaClubtopresent‘The39Steps’

TheTakeTwoDramaClubofSussexCentralHighSchoolwillpresent “The39Steps”byspecialpermissionof ConcordTheatricalsandSamuel FrenchontheweekendofOct.6and7.

“Thisplayisamadcapversionofthe famousHitchcockspythriller,also called‘The39Steps,’”saidTakeTwo advisorandSussexCentralHighSchool dramainstructorDavidWarick.“The trickhereisthattheauthorshavethe entiremovie—withover30parts— playedonstagebyonlyfouractors.The crazinessofthatfewpeopleplayingthat manypartsmakestheplayreallyfunny andentertaining.”

PerformancesareonFriday,Oct. 6,at7p.m.andonSaturday,Oct.7,at 2p.m.and7p.m.atthePremiereCenterforthePerformingArtsatSussex CentralHighSchool,26026Patriots Way,Georgetown.

Ticketsareavailableonline atbit.ly/3qCiIUIandcost$13forgeneraladmission(notincludingaprocessingfee)or$10forseniors(not includingaprocessingfee).SussexCentralteachers,seniorsandmiddle-school students canenteronatwo-for-one basis.Onlinepaymentispreferred,and TakeTwooffersadiscountforonline purchases.Ticketswillalsobeavailable atthedoorfor$15.However,noone willbeturnedawayforinabilitytopay.

Concessionsanddrinkswillbeavailable ataseparatecost.

TakeTwoDramaClubisanonprofit501(c)(3)clubanddramaboost-

Lois James d.d.s.

ers’organizationthatsupportstheproductionofplaysandmusicalsforthe students ofSussexCentralHighSchool andthesurroundingcommunities.All

ticketproceedsgodirectlybackintothe productionoffutureshowsandtosupportingthestudentsofSussexCentral instudyingandcreatingtheatre.

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Includedinthecastoffouractorsfor‘The39Steps’are,fromleft:SpencerCamlin,CollinCroswellandToddPhillips.

Atotalof20ofthestate’stop teacherswillbehonoredatacelebrationonOct.18,whenoneofthem alsowillbenamedDelaware’s2024 TeacheroftheYear.

Thecandidateswerenominatedby theirdistrictsortheDelawareCharter Networkduringthe2023calendar yearbecauseoftheirsuperiorability toinspirestudentswithaloveof learning,exemplarydemonstrationof professionaltraitsandstrongsenseof dedicationanddevotiontoteaching.

Eachnomineesubmittedadetailed applicationexemplifyinghisorher teachingphilosophy.FiveDelaware DepartmentofEducationstaffmembersindependentlyevaluateeachapplication.AformerDelawareTeacher oftheYearanddepartmentstaff memberobserveeachcandidateinthe classroom.

Takingintoconsiderationtheratingsfromtheapplicationreviewand observationsaswellasarecorded presentationbythenominees,another independentpanelofnon-department judgesthenselectstheoneteacher whowillserveasthe2024Delaware TeacheroftheYear.

Theteacherchosentobecomethe StateTeacheroftheYearwillbecome Delaware’snomineeinthenational

program,aprojectoftheCouncilof ChiefStateSchoolOfficersinpartnershipwiththeVoyaFoundation.

ByactionoftheGeneralAssembly, theDelawareTeacheroftheYearwill receivea$5,000granttouseforthe educationalbenefitofhisorherstudents,aswellasapersonalgrantof $3,000.Additionally,allnomineeswill receivea$2,000grantfromthestate.

Thecelebrationbeginswithasocialhourat5p.m.followedbya6 p.m.dinneratModernMaturityCenterinDover.

Theannouncementcomesatthe endofthenight.Informationabout live-streamingwillbesharednext month.Fundingfortheawardceremonyisprovidedbyagrantfrom VoyaFinancialandsupportfromthe DelawareGeneralAssembly.

The2024District/CharterTeachersoftheYearare:

Appoquinimink—CoryHaferof MiddletownHigh(engineeringand science)

Brandywine—NaderN.MakariousofBrandywineHigh(chemistry)

CaesarRodney—Melissa RappofCaesarRodneyHigh(social studies)

CapeHenlopen—RachelPeacock ofCapeHenlopenHigh(chemistry)

Capital—AlexandraGriffithof WilliamHenryMiddle(Englishlanguageartsandsocialstudies)

CharterNetwork—Stephanie TrainerofTheCharterSchoolof Wilmington(socialstudies)

Christina—EmilySzymanskiof theBrennenSchool(earlyintervention)

Colonial—Michelle ReutterofJohnG.Leach School(specialeducation)

Delmar—LaurenWebsterofDelmarMiddle(science)

IndianRiver—KaseyRevelof SussexCentralHigh(agriscience)

LakeForest—StephenWestof ChipmanMiddle(socialstudies)

Laurel—MatthewWoodofLaurelHigh(agriscience)

Milford—VictoriaHudsonof

BenjaminBannekerElementary(art) NewCastleCountyVo-Tech— TimDorseyofDelcastleTechnical High(science)

Polytech—ShannonLeggof PolytechHigh(automotivetechnology)

RedClayConsolidated—Angela MorrowofRicheyElementary(fifth grade)

Seaford—KarentDíazRíosof SeafordCentralElementary(Spanish immersion)

Smyrna—LauraMasseyofClaytonElementary(readingintervention)

SussexTech—AnthonyVarratoof SussexTechnicalHigh(Englishlanguagearts)

Woodbridge—StephanieSharpof WoodbridgeEarlyChildhoodEducationCenter(multilinguallearners)

IRHSstudents’gainingfullimmersioninartworkwithDonatothisweek

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

IndianRiverHighSchoolstudents atallgradelevelsenrolledinart classes—asmanyas1,000students inall—willhavepaintbrushesin handthisweektocreateandreceive personalizeddoodlesanddesigna communityartinstallation,thanksto agrantfromtheJoshuaM.Freeman Foundation.

ArtistJohnDonatowillleadtheart expressioncourse,alongwithart teacherSteveO’Boyle,whoteaches Art1,2,3and4atthehighschool. RobertSyphard,Ed.D.,anewassistantprincipalatIR,isthesherpafor thisproject.

“Iamhappywithmynewrolehere atIRHS,andworkingwitholderstudentswaspartofmymotivationto comehere,”saidSyphard,whojoined theadministrationlastsummerafter comingfromMillsboroMiddle School.“IamworkingwithCareer& TechnicalEducation(CTE)andthe Pathwaysprograms,andgettingstudentsreadyforcollegeandcareer.I amalsodoingsupportworkforinterveningonsocialandemotionallearningissues,andthisartprojectfits neatlyintosupportingthewholechild andwhatthatlookslikeholistically.”

“Weareprovidinginterventionfor academics,behavioral,socialandemotionalissues,andweinterveneforall studentsandtrytopreventissues ratherthancorrectingproblemslater,” hesaid.Multi-TieredSystemsofSupport(MTSS)isastateregulatoryrequirementforsupportbeingofferedto thesestudents.

Donato’smostrecentmuralinstallationwasunveiledatLewesPublic LibraryonMonday.HeisknownlocallyforhismuralsatLord’sLandscapingandatMillvilleTownHall, buthehaspreviouslycreatedmurals withstudents,staffandfamiliesat MillsboroMiddleSchoolandthe SouthernDelawareSchoolofthe Arts,amongothers.

“Wewillbeworkingwith1,000 kidsoverthecurrentweekfive-day period,”saidDonato.“Itwillhelpstudentswithpersonalgrowthmethodologiestorelievestress.Itwillhelp themunderstandtheirfeelingssothey cankeepmovingforward.Thisart projectisaprototype,”henoted,“and thisisthefirsttimewehaveapro-

gramofthissizeandwithhighschool kids.TheFreemanFoundationhas workedoncreatingtheseprojectsand providingartsfunds,andtheyapproachedmewiththisproject.Wetailoredourlearningoutcomestothe IRHSschool,andwepartneredup,” saidDonato.

“Iwillhaveateamofvolunteers whoare inthe55-plusagegroupwho willbeinteractingwiththestudents. Thereisanintergenerationalsharing experience.Theyareallgoingtocreatebothcollectiveartwork,plustheir ownpersonalart.Itistrulyunique,” saidDonato.

Thecollectivewillnotproducea full-scalemural,asinotherDonato installations,butsomethingdifferent willemerge.Theworkisbeingconductedthisentireweekattheauxiliary gym.

SyphardbringsnewideastoIR

SyphardhasworkedwithDonato beforeandknewtheFreeman-sponsoredprogramwouldworkwithhigh schoolstudents.

“Wehadthemuralprojectat

MMS,”herecalled.“Iwasateacher earlier,workingwithJohnwhenwe didthebook-spineartworkprogram, andthenlaterwedidacreativeproject thatwasshowcasing[individual]personalitiesdepictedasfish.”

“Wewantstudentsandstafftoexpressthemselvesforwhomtheyare. Theyarepartofsomethingbiggerand betterthanjustthemselves,”said Syphard oftheindividualandcollectiveartproject.

“Thisprojectisa‘doodlebrain.’ FromwhatIgatherfromhisvideos andideas,JohnDonatoisusingartas awaytochannelfeelingsandawayto de-stress.Creatingthedoodleistherapeuticinitself.Butthelargerpicture isashow-stoppingpiece.”

“Itwillbedisplayedatapublic placeintheschool,”saidSyphard. “Mr.O’BoyleandIaremeetingwith Johnagainbeforetheweekbegins”to discussthegoals.

“Youare partofsomethingbigger, evenhereatIRHS,”saidSyphard.“I knowthereissomethingwitha‘big reveal’plannedlater.”

Syphardadded,“Ihavebeenhere sinceJuly,andItransferredhere.

Then,shortlyafterIarrived,Dr.Dave Carterwentovertobeprincipalof MMS.”

Donatoevolvesasanartist

DonatosaidoftheIRHSwork, “Wearedoingalargeartworkcollaborative,andnotamural”thistime.

“It’satherapeuticmethodofself-expressionusingthedoodlebrain,which theywillgettokeep.It’sallabouthow toalleviatestressandanxiety.”

“Workingtogetherisgoingtobe amazing,”hesaidjustbeforegetting underway.

“Ihadacorporatebackgroundwith theCarlM.Freemanorganizationin alotofdifferentroles,”herecalled.“At Freeman,IwasinmarketingandactuallystartedthatdepartmentinPotomac,Md.,intheearly1990s, includingworkinpublicrelations. ThenIdidsomeshopping-center marketingandcommunitydevelopment.ThenIwasacurriculumdeveloperatacorporateuniversitythatthey had,andthatiswhenIlearnedhowto

CoastalPoint•Submitted LocalartistJohnDonatoleadsstudentsduringhisartexpressioncourseatIndianRiverHighSchool.

Donato

teachandhowmuchIlovedit.”

“IsoondiscoveredthatIcould paint.Ibecameafine-artpainterand realizedhowpowerfulvisualcommunicationsisformessagingandfor connectingwithpeople,”saidDonato. “Ihaveawhimsicalandfunsideofit thathelpstrainpeopleinthecorporateworldtomeetbottom-lineoutcomes,”saidDonatoofblendinghis corporatetrainerrolewithart.“Iwas producingpaintingsandgoingto shows,andthenrealizedIneededto comebacktoteaching.”

“SoIamnowa‘teachingartist,’ workinginthefieldsofeducationand corporatetraining.Andwedosome communityworkaswell,”hesaid, mentioningtheLeweslibraryinstallation.“Wearecreatingexperiencesand providinglearningnewskills.”

“Ididmuralsandtriedtopromote literacyintheschools,”saidDonato. “Thenwesawthatwecouldusethe artprocesstoresolveconflicts.Ifound anaudienceforthatconflictresolution artengagementinBaltimoreandNew Jersey.…Andnowit’scomefullcircle toeducationandtocorporatedevelopment.”

Theworkalsoinvolveslarger groupsfromthecommunity,henoted. “WedidtheMillvilletownhalland

theLord’sLandscapemural,which gotalargernumberofpeopleinvolved locally,”saidDonato.“Allofthisspiraledtogethertoinformmehowto managemuchlargerprojects.Ican

scalemyprojectsandoutcomes.”

ThepartnershipwithFreemanhas allowedhimtodothat,hesaid.

“TheJoshuaM.FreemanFoundationhelpeduscomeupwiththisgrant

andtheseideasandmakeitpossible forustoscaleanddothisworktogetherwiththeIRstudentcommunity,andmyvolunteers,”saidDonato.

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GirlsexpresstheirartworkduringDonato’scoursethisweek.

THE ESPY AWARDS

By Carl Larson

TheRevivalHouseto present5thAnnual

HorrorTrailerChallenge

Filmmakersandhorrorenthusiasts:theRevivalHouserecentlyannouncedthereturnofitsannual event,theHorrorTrailerChallenge, settotakeplaceonWednesday,Oct. 25,atthehistoricMiltonTheatre. Nowinitsfifthyear,theeventinvites filmmakersfromtheareatoshowcase theirtalentbycraftinghair-raising horrortrailersforashotatwinning thrillingprizes.

TheHorrorTrailerChallengecelebratescinematicingenuityandthe macabre,offeringfilmmakersa uniqueplatformtodemonstratetheir creativityandstorytellingskills.Filmmakershaveexactlyoneweektocraft aspine-chillinghorrortrailerfora fictitiousfilm.Eachtrailermustnot exceedthreeminutesinlength,packingapunchofsuspenseandterror withinthiscompacttimeframe.

RobRectorandRobWaters,the foundersoftheRevivalHouse,will unveilacarefullycurateditemanda crypticlineofdialogueonMonday, Oct.16,viatheRevivalHouse’sofficialFacebookpage.Thoseelements mustbeincorporatedintoeachparticipatingfilmmaker’strailer,adding anextralayerofintriguetothechallenge.Waiversareavailableonthe RevivalHousewebsite(revivalhousetheater.com),andmustbesubmittedwiththefilmsbyMonday, Oct.23.Entriesmustbesenttorobwaters76@gmail.com.

Theeventoffersanightofscreams andsuspense,withallsubmittedtrailersbeingscreenedattheMiltonTheatre.Doorsopenat6p.m.,withthe evening’sentrantsbeginningat7p.m. Thisyear’sparticipantswillhavethe chancetocompeteforaportionof $1,000incash.

Forentrantstobeeligiblefor prizes,theymustbepresentatthe MiltonTheatreonthenightofthe event.Afterthescreening,thejudges willawardwinnersoftheevent,includinganaudienceawardbasedon thenight’svoting.Immediatelyfollowingtheawardspresentation,all filmmakerswillbeinvitedonstagefor aQ&Awiththeaudience.

Informationabouttheevent,as wellastheregistrationprocess,canbe foundontheRevivalHouse’sofficial websiteat therevivalhousetheater.com.Tickets fortheeventcost$7to$10andcan bepurchasedthroughtheMilton Theatrewebsiteat miltontheatre.com.

“Don’tmissthechancetowitness theculminationofterrifyingcreativityattheAnnualHorrorTrailer Challenge,”organizerssaid.“Joinus onWednesday,Oct.25,attheMilton Theatreforanightofcinematicchills andtheatricalthrills.”

ByHelenN.Pastis SpecialtotheCoastalPoint

Ilovefall.Itbringstogethersomany wonderfulthings.Forourchildren,it bringstheexcitementofstartinganew schoolyear.Forus,itbringstheexcitementofourclubsreconvening,andgettingtogetherwitholdfriendsand catchingupafterasummerfullofbusy activitywithfamilyandguests.

Fallbringsperfectweather,withblue skiesfullofsunshineandnotasingle cloud.Fallmeanstakinglongwalkson thebeachorthroughbeautifultrails.It bringsachillintheairthathasus reachingforourcuddliestsweatersand snugglingupwithoursweetheartsbya warmfire.Itbringsapples.Lotsofapples.Andcinnamonandcloves.Welove drinkinghotapplecider.Eatinglotsof warmapplepiewithourfavoriteice creamorasliceofcheddarcheese.

Itbringsabitoffrightintoourlives asHalloweenapproaches,andweall lovetowatchthosescarymoviesorgo intothosehauntedhouses.Itbrings memoriesofourcostumeswhenwe wereyounganddressedupasthecharacterswewantedtobe.Fallbringsgreat weather,greatfood,greatfun.

ExcitingprogramsattheSouth CoastalLibrarybringthemagicoffall tous.Doyouwanttoenjoytheexcitementofnewfriends?TrytheHappy BookersClub.Theywilldiscuss“Hamnet”inOctoberand“LessonsinChemistry”inNovember.Didn’tfinishthe book?That’sOK.Goandlistentothe discussion.

Stretchyourboundarieswith“Basics of BirdPhotography.”

Doyouwanttoenjoytheperfect weather?Sitandcatchupwithfriends inthelibrary’scozy,serenegarden. Wanttodosomegardening?Take“Put

YourGardentoBed!”

Loveyoursweaters?Learnhowto makethemwiththeChixwithStix knittinggroup.

Apples,grapesandfood—oh,my!

Trythelibrary’smanymagazinesfor greatfalldecoratingideasandrecipes.

GototheCookbytheBookcookbook bookclub,wherememberschoosethe bookandtrynewrecipes.

Get creativewithmakingyourown autumngrapevinewreath!

Wanttogetscaredjustabit?Attend

“WhatisaParanormalInvestigation?”

andhearactualspookyclipsofsomeof theirinvestigations.Gotothe“Did TheyDoIt?”TrueCrimeClub.Ateach

meeting,theclubwillfocusonaparticulartrue-crimecaseandarecommendedbooktoaccompanythecase. Youdonothavetoreadthebookto participateintheclub.InOctober, they’lltakealookatthecaseofCatherineBevan,andtheywillhaveKim Fritsch,historicalinterpreterfromthe NewCastleCourtMuseum,asthe guestspeakertodiscussthiscase.In November,they’lltakealookatthe crimesoftheMansoncult.Suggested read:“HelterSkelter:TheTrueStoryof theMansonMurdersbyVincent Bugliosi.”

Feelingcreative?Howabouttrying theThriftedGhostPaintingcraftorthe

HalloweenQuillingcraft?Theyall soundwonderful,don’tthey?

Now,ifyou’llexcuseme,I’mgoingto putonmynew,fluffysweater,drinkhot apple cider,andeatthatapplepiejust outoftheovenwhileIwatch“Scream.” Caretojoinme?

Gotosouthcoastal.lib.de.usandsee thefullcalendarforalltheevents.ProgramsarefundedbytheFriendsofthe SouthCoastalLibrary.

“Iwouldrathersitonapumpkin, andhaveitalltomyself,thanbe crowdedonavelvetcushion.”

—HenryDavidThoreau

HelenPastisisaboardmemberofthe FriendsoftheSouthCoastalLibrary.

Formoreinformation,contactTournament DirectorRoyGouldat(302) 436-3232oremail rgould@selbyville88.com.

Nominationsopenfor2023TourismAwards

Tourismisa$2.7billion(andgrowing)industryinSussexCounty.Infact, morethan23,000jobsinthecountyare tourism-related.Tourismrevenuesaves eachDelawarehouseholdmorethan $1,600intaxeseachyear,accordingto SouthernDelawareTourismofficials.

“Thisisdefinitelydue,inlargepart,to ourfortunategeographicallocationand ourbeautiful5Starbeaches—butit’s alsotheresultofalotofinitiative,creativity,planningandhardworkbythe manypeopleandorganizationswho strivetokeepupwithchangingtravel trendsandtocreateandprovidethe typesofattractions,events,activities,and servicesthatdrivevisitorstoSussex County.”

Arearesidentsandbusinessesare beingaskedtonominategroupsorindividualswhohavemadesignificantcon-

tributionstothetourismindustryinSussexCountybetweenOctober2022and October2023.Nominationsmustbe completedandsubmittedbyFriday,Nov. 3,tobeconsidered.Thewinnerswillbe announcedinDecember.

“Tourismisahugeeconomicengine forSussexCounty,”saidScottThomas, executivedirectorofSouthernDelaware Tourism.“Thisisourwayofhonoring thosethathavegoneaboveandbeyond tocontributetothetourismindustryin ourarea.Weencourageeveryonetoconsiderwhotheythinkmaybeworthyrecipientsoftheseawards,andtonominate them.”

Previousnomineeswhohavenotwon anawardareeligibleforre-nomination.

Thecategoriesandcriteriaforeach are:

(1)BestEvent

Criteria:Thisawardwillbepresented toaneventheldinSussexCountyduringtheeligibilityperiodandisbasedon visitationdraw,uniqueness,out-of-area promotion,helpingtospotlightSussex Countyasadestination.

(2)BestNewEvent(forfirsttime eventsheldinSussexCounty)

Criteria:Thisawardwillbepresented toaneventheldforthefirsttimeinSussexCountyduringtheeligibilityperiod andisbasedonvisitationdraw,uniqueness,out-of-areapromotion,helpingto spotlightSussexCountyasadestination.

(3)BestAttraction

Criteria:Thisawardwillbepresented toatourismattractioninSussexCounty andisbasedonvisitationdraw,tourism economicimpacttothecommunity, group-friendliness,collaborationwithaccommodations.

(4)PhilanthropicAward

Criteria:Thisawardwillbepresented toanindividual,businessororganization andisbasedoncontributingtoandpromotingthewelfareofthecommunity thatmakesSussexCountyabetterplace tovisit.Nomineesshouldhighlightall relevantresourcesandassistanceprovidedtomakethecountyabetterdestination.

(5)TourismPartneroftheYear Award

Criteria:Thisawardwillbepresented toanindividual,businessororganization andwillbebasedoncollaborativeefforts workingwithSouthernDelaware Tourismand/orChambersofCommerce inSussexCounty.Nomineesshould highlightsharedresourcesusedtodeveloptourismproducts,servicesorattractions.

Recipientsoftheannualawardsfor 2022were:

·BestEvent—302Day

·BestNewEvent—SchellvilleEnchantedWinterCelebration

·BestAttraction—Delaware BotanicGardens

·PhilanthropicAward—JoshuaM. FreemanFoundation

·TourismPartneroftheYear—La VidaHospitality/JoshGrapski,ManagingPartner,MarketingandDevelopment

Pastrecipientsoftheannualaward alsoincludeWinterDelmarvaDogfish BirdINNgWeekends;AshleyHoudbert—VisitRehoboth/VisitLewes; FreemanArtsPavilion;RehobothBeach MainStreet,Inc.;DelawareSeaGrant CollegeProgram/Universityof Delaware;VietnamVeteransMemorial MovingWall,theAmericanLegion FamilyofPost17,Lewes;CinemaArt Theater,RehobothBeachFilmSociety; SouthernDelawareWine,Food& MusicFestival;DelawareBeachLife magazine;MidAtlanticSeaGlass& CoastalArtsFestival;Fire&IceFestival; LadybugMusicFestival;FreemanStage; DelawareStateParks;DogfishDash; WinterWonderfest;Lefty’sAlley& Eats;DelawareBeachBook;Return Day;FirstAnnualBooBQuebytheSea; CapeHenlopenStatePark’sGordons PondTrail&JunctionandBreakwater Trail;WesternSussexTourismCommittee;TheFreemanStageatBayside;NassauValleyVineyards;theAppleScrapple Festival;DogfishHeadBreweryTours; theRehobothBeachFilmFestival;the LewesMaritimeHistoryTrail;the OceantoBayBikeTour;EatingRehobothWalkingFoodTours;andThe SeaWitchHalloweenandFiddlers’Festival.

Nominationformsandinstructions forthe2023SouthernDelaware TourismAwardscanbeobtainedat www.VisitSouthernDelaware.com/touris m-award-nomination,orbycalling(302) 856-1818.

Donations will be accepted in the library lobby on Tuesdays from 2—4 pm.

Please note that some of our programs have limited in-person seating. Visit our website or call the library to register & learn more about our events!

Monday, October 9

Dance Class: Two-Step 10—11:30 am

Join us for a fun, free instructional dance series on the Two-Step with dance instructor, John Brilliantes!

Put Your Garden to Bed! 2—3:00 pm

Join Cherie Dorfman, Sussex County Master Gardener, for a free talk on preparing your garden for winter.

Tuesday, October 10 Cyber Safety: Part 2 11:00 am—12:00 pm

Learn about security settings in the second part of a 3-part series about cyber safety!

PAWS for Reading 4—5:00 pm

Children read to a team of well-trained dogs to build confidence & improve their reading skills!

Wednesday, October 11

Baby Bookworms Story Time 10—10:45 am

Children ages birth-2 can practice language, motor, social, & listening skills through a variety of activities!

Little Learners Story Time 11—11:45 am

Kids ages 3-5 can enjoy a variety of activities designed to Help improve pre-literacy skills!

Did They Do It?: True Crime Club 2—3:30 pm

This month, historical interpreter, Kim Fritsch, will be joining us to discuss the case of Catherine Bevan.

Thursday, October 12

RBWG Free Writes 10:30 am—12:30 pm

Writers of all skill levels meet to practice creative writing & explore different genres with other writing enthusiasts!

Dewey Reads Nonfiction Book Club 2—3:00 pm

Join us for a discussion on The Woman They Could Not Silence by Kate Moore with other nonfiction book club.

ROOTS Youth Development Program 5—6:00 pm

Discover the limitless potential of renewable energy in our comprehensive program.

Friday, October 13

Dance Class: Two-Step 10—11:30 am

Join us for a fun, free instructional dance series on the Two-Step with dance instructor, John Brilliantes!

302–858-5518

TheDelawareDepartmentof Health&SocialServices(DHSS) thisweekannouncedenhancements totheCostAwarewebsite,designed tohelpDelawareansunderstandhow theirhealthcaredollarsarespentby comparingthevariationofaverage costsfordifferentepisodesofcare andmedicalservicesbasedonactual medicalandpharmacyclaimsin Delaware.

ThenewestCostAwareenhancementsincludecostcomparisonsfor brandandgenericprescriptiondrugs bydrugcategoryandpayertype (commercialinsurance,Medicaid, MedicareAdvantage).Alsoaddedin thisupdateareaveragecostcomparisonsforimagingprocedures(head CT,lumbarspineMRIandscreening mammography)byproviderorganization.

PrescriptionDrugCostscompares theaveragedailycostofbrandand genericdrugsinDelawarebycategoryandpayertype,basedon2021 pharmacyclaimsdata.Prescription drugsareidentifiedbyNational DrugCode(NDC)andgroupedinto categoriesassignedbasedontheconditionthedrugisintendedtotreat.

ImagingbyProviderOrganization showstheaveragecostofimaging

proceduresbypayertype,claimyear andproviderorganization.Estimates reflectboththefacilitycost(taking theimage)andprofessionalcost (readingandinterpretingtheimage).

“Delawareanscannowcompare costsforprescriptiondrugsbydrug categoryandimagingproceduresby providerorganizationtohelpthem makebetterdecisionsaroundtheir healthcare,”DHSSSecretaryJosette Manningsaid.“CostAwarehas servedasavaluabletoolfor DelawareanssinceitslaunchinApril 2022.Theseadditionaldataenhancementswillbringanotherlayerof transparencyaroundthehealthcare dollarsbeingspentbyDelawareans andtheirinsurers.”

Inadditiontotheprescription drugandimagingprocedurecostreports,themostrecentversionof CostAwareincludes:

•Averagecostestimatesfor episodesofcareincludingC-section births,emergencydepartmentvisits, kneeandhipreplacement,andvaginaldeliveryreportedforDelaware hospitals.

•Estimatesoftheaveragecostper visitformedicalservicesincluding childwellnessvisits,mentalandbehavioralhealthservices,diabetes

care,cardiacprocedures,adultdoctor visitsandlabtests(bloodandurine tests).

•Resultsreportedbycaresetting, includinghospitaloutpatientfacility, outpatientlab,professionaloffice,urgentcarefacilityandtelehealth.

•Multipleyearsofdata—results arereportedfor2019,2020and 2021.

•Filteringofresultsbyinsurance category(commercialinsurance, Medicaid,MedicareAdvantage)and patientagerangeandgender(asappropriate).

TheCostAwarewebsitewasdevelopedbyDHSSandtheDelaware HealthCareCommission(DHCC ) incollaborationwithDelaware HealthInformationNetwork (DHIN).

Inearly2020,DHSSandDHCC b eganworkingwithDHINtodevelopandimplementvarioushealth carecostandqualityanalyses.These analysesleveragedatainthe DelawareHealthCareClaimsDatabase(HCCD),whichwasestablished throughlegislationpassedbythe GeneralAssemblyin2016.DHIN managestheclaimsdatabaseand DHSSusesittoinformandsupport avarietyofpolicyinitiatives.

St.CeciliaMusicGuildopenswithorganconcertbyDavidChristopher

Organist,conductorandchoirdirectorDavidChristopherwillopentheSt. CeciliaMusicGuild’seighthseasonwith apublicconcertatSt.Peter’sEpiscopal Church,Lewes,onFriday,Oct.13,at7 p.m.

OthereventsintheGuild’sprogram offeringprofessionalqualityconcertsfor southernSussexCountyresidentswill featureindividuals,ensemblesandchoirs showcasingabroadrangeoftalentfrom chambermusictojazzandsong.

“Asinyearspast,ourmissionisto presentanoutreachprogramthatoffers qualitymusicaleventsaccessibletoall withnoadmissionchargetoattend,”said PatCasadei,amemberoftheSt.Cecilia board.

“Thisseasonweofferanexciting rangeofperformancesbyinstrumental andvocalmusiciansofallages.Our

parishchoirisalsofeaturedduringspecialcelebrationsofthechurchyear.”

Christopher,whogavehisfirstorgan recitalattheageof14andappearedas soloistwithalocalcommunityorchestra inMozart’s“ConcertoforTwoPianos” attheageof15,wasappointedorganist andchoirmasteratSt.Peter’sinthe GreatValley,Paoli,Pa.,atage17.Soon afterward,hebecameafrequentperformeratLongwoodGardens,wherehe willappearforeightperformancesfrom NovembertoJanuary.

Asaliturgicalorganist,Christopher’s uniquestyleofimprovisationandservice playinghasservedasthe“glue”that holdstogetheraliturgyembracingthe musicofmanystyles,culturesandfaith traditions.

Hehasbeenanassociateconductor forOperaDelaware,wherehemadehis

operaconductingdebuttocriticalacclaim.Onseveraloccasionshehasconductedconcertsfeaturingthesacred musicofDukeEllington,featuringjazz orchestra,soloists,chorusanddancers. Heisthecurrentartisticdirectorof DelawareChoralArts(DCA).

Asaleaderintrainingchildren’s voices,ChristopherfoundedtheWilmingtonChildren’sChorusin2002incollaborationwiththeMayorof Wilmington’sOfficeofCulturalAffairs andtheEpiscopalChurchofSaintsAndrew &Matthew,wherehehasservedas organistandmusicdirectorformore than20years.Nowamulti-culturalensemble,theWilmingtonChildren’sChorus,oneofthepremierechildren’schoirs intheregion,willperformataSt.Cecilia concertnextApril20at2p.m.

Otherofferingsinthisseason’spro-

gramincludeareturnofTheSerafins,an ensembleincorporatingstring,wind, pianoandvocalists,onNov.10at7p.m.; aConcertforEpiphany,aseasonalconcertfeaturingmusicfrom17th-century ItalyonJan.7,2024,at3p.m.;theJoe BaioneJazzSextet,featuringthewellknownjazzvibraphonist,onFeb.11, 2024,at3p.m.;andtheLewesChamber Players,featuringregionalprofessional artists,onMarch10,2024,at3p.m.

AspartoftheSt.CeciliaMusicGuild season,St.Peter’sparishchoir,underthe directionofT.J.Thomas,willoffera serviceofAdventLessonsandCarolsby candlelightonDec.3at5p.m.anda ChoralEvensongforAscensionDayon May9,2024,at7p.m.

Foracopyofthisseason’sprogram andmoreabouttheperformers,goto www.StCeciliaGuild.org.

TicketsnowonsaleforWings&Wheels

Fridaynight,Oct.6,Wings& Wheelsweekendwillkickoff,withthe “FunintheTropics”event,arelaxing eveningofdancingtothemusicof CocktailsatThreeandbuffetdinner fromMissionBBQ.FreebirdsMobile Barwillbeonhandwithcocktails,beer andwine,andthey’llfinishoffdinner withKonaIce.

Therewillbeaspecialtributeto Margaritaville’sHeadParrot,Jimmy Buffett,fromthebandandBuffett musicwhilethebandisonbreak.The nightalsoprovidesatasteoftheWorld

WarIIaircraftthatwillbeondisplay Saturday(availableforpictures),aswell asminglingwithWorldWarIIreenactorsandsomeoftheUSNAParachute Teammembers.

Ticketsarenowavailablefor$50 each,withtablesofeightbeingreserved viatheGeorgetownChamberofCommerce’swebsiteatwww.georgetowncoc.com.Forinformation,contactLinda Priceat(302)396-2739or(302)8561544,ordirector@georgetowncoc.com orinfo@georgetowncoc.com.

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TEN YEAR

ANNIVERSARY

BETHANY BEACH AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES UNITE TO HONOR AND THANK WOUNDED VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES

WOUNDED VETERAN FAMILIES’ COMMENTS

“Thank You so much for this incredible week. Words fail me. It’s been so humbling to see so much love this community poured on us. The welcome, pictures, boat ride, parade all incredible. I will always remember and cherish the hospitality and love you gave us. Our Sincerest and Deepest gratitude.”

“It means so much to my family to know that there are so many caring Americans who are so giving, kind, and willing to give back to our troops as we have done for this nation. I am forever grateful. My family and I thank you again and will always remember the kindness you extended to my family.”

“We have never had an experience like this in our lives. We appreciate everything you and the entire community have done for our family. From start to finish the entire week was orchestrated like a symphony.”

“We are so grateful to be able to be here not only in your house but in your town. The Grace, everyone has shown us is so completely amazing! I cried a lot this week, happy, happy tears. The memories we have made here will stay in our hearts forever. I can’t lie, this summer has been the hardest in over a decade. My husband’s tumor grew from a grade 2 to a high grade 4. After a few weeks of praying, we were contacted. Tomorrow is not promised. With our warrior we will be forever grateful for these memories”

“My family and I are beyond grateful for the ability to stay in your home. Not only did Bethany Beach embrace every Veteran this week, but you volunteered your home to have a Veteran. The ability to stay in your home continues to show us what is right in our country. People like yourself continue to give me hope in humanity. From a soldier who has been medically evacuated from three objectives, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I hope to return the favor one day and have you stay at my home...”

“Thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful home. Thank you for being involved in an organization for military vets. This organization and its patriotism do not go unnoticed. Thank you for seeing us! It’s been a humbling experience ....”

THANK YOU TO ALL OF BETHANY BEACH AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES!

Your combined efforts of HONORING and THANKING our Brave American Veterans and their families have made a positive difference.

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ReadAloudDelawareheldaribbon-cuttingceremonySept.20toofficiallyopen anewSussexCountyofficeinGeorgetown.StacyPenaranda,SussexCounty director,secondfromleft,wasassisted intheceremonyby,fromleft:GeorgetownMayorBillWest,stateRep.Ruth BriggsKing,stateSen.BrianPettyjohn andReadAloudDelawareExecutiveDirectorJamesSpadola.

ReadAloudDelawareofficially openedthedoorsatitsnewSussex Countylocationat111SouthRace StreetinGeorgetownwitharibboncuttingceremonyonSept.20.Executive DirectorJamesSpadola,SussexCounty DirectorStacyPenarandaandBoardof DirectorsPresidentJeanneBrennan welcomedlocaldignitaries,ReadAloud Delawarestaffanddozensofvolunteers totheceremony.

InattendancewerestateRep.Ruth BriggsKing(R-37th)andstateSen. BrianPettyjohn(R-19th).Theywere joinedbyGeorgetownMayorBillWest andhiswife,Faye.Son-DjerryCameus waspresentrepresentingU.S.Rep.Lisa BluntRochester(D-Del).

Aslongtimecommunitysupporters ofReadAloudDelaware,MikeDickinson,presidentofSoDelConcepts,and ClaudiaRuiz,communityengagement coordinatorattheCarlM.Freeman Foundation,wereonhandtowishRead Aloudwellintheirnewoffices.

Foundedin1983,ReadAloud Delaware’smissionistocreatealifelong impactthroughchildhoodliteracy.The visionisforeverychildinDelawareto havethefundamentalliteracyskillsto succeedinschoolandlife.ReadAloud volunteersreadone-on-onetochildren inchildcarecenters,preschoolsandelementaryschools.

In2020,ReadAloudDelawarebegan partneringwiththeLENAStartprogram.Aimedatchildrenfrombirthto3, theLENAStartprogramisdesignedto helpparentsandcaregiversmeasure,improveandmakethemostoftheirverbal connectionswithyoungchildren.ProgramsareofferedtobothEnglish-and Spanish-speakingfamilies.

FormoreinformationofReadAloud Delaware,visitwww.readalouddelaware.org.

TheannualFriendsofPrimeHook U.S.WildlifeRefugeNaturePhotographyContestwillbecelebratedwitha receptiononSunday,Oct.15,at2p.m.

“There’ssomuchtoseeonourbeautifulDelmarvaandthe19thannual contestisanopportunitytocapture iconicimagesofournaturalworld. Bluebirdsandgrosbeaksofferaflashof blue,whilegoldfinchescanseemas brightasthesunastheyflitthroughthe meadows,”organizerssaid.“Northern harriersglideacrossthefields,whileospreysswoopdownforfish,andbaldeaglescontinuetobethenation’sgreatest wildliferecoverystory.Thereareshorebirds,majesticsunsets,pondsdappled withsunlightandwildflowersopening petalsglisteningwithdew.Thereisso muchbeautifulnaturetobeseenand photographedonourwondrousDelmarvaPeninsula.So,pleasepickupthat cameraandstartshooting.”

Thecontestisopentophotographers ofallages.Photographsmustbemailed orhand-deliveredtotheRefugeoffice onorbeforeOct.7.Submittedphotographswillbejudgedbyprofessional photographersduringtheweekofOct.

9.Winnerswillbeannounced,and awardsgivenatthereceptionforthe artistsandthegeneralpublictobeheld intheRefugeAuditoriumonOct.15, from2to4p.m.EntrieswillbedisplayedintheauditoriumthroughDec.

9. Thepublicisbeingencouragedto comeviewtheexhibitduringrefuge hours.Ifindoubt,calltherefugeoffice at (302)684-8419tomakesuretheauditoriumwillbeopen.Thereisnoadmissioncharge.

Entriesmaybeinanyorallofthese categories:DelmarvaScenery,Native Birds,OtherNativeWildlife(fish,insects,amphibians,mammals,reptiles, etc.),NativePlantsandFlowers,The BeautyofPrimeHook,SeniorStudent (ages13to17)andJuniorStudent(ages 12oryounger).

Afterthedisplayends,aspecial “People’sChoiceAward”willbepresented.The“People’sChoiceAward”is presentedtothemostpopularphotographintheshow.Eachvisitorwillbe encouragedtopicktheirfavoritepicture andcastaballotforthatphotograph. Instructionsonhowtovotewillbeon displayintheauditorium.

TheGrandPrizeisawardedtothe entryjudged“BestinShow.”Monetary awardswillbegiventothefirst-,second-andthird-placewinnersineach categoryandtothestudentwinners.A specialawardwillbegiventothewinnerin“TheBeautyofPrimeHook”category.Forawardwinnerswhocannotbe presentatthereception,theirawardwill bemailedtothem.

ToqualifyasDelmarvaScenery, photographsmusthavebeentakenon

theDelmarvaPeninsula.TheBeautyof PrimeHookcategoryencompassesonly photographstakenwithintheboundariesoftheRefuge.

Photographsofwildlife,flowersand plantsmustbeofnativespecies.Simply, “native”shouldbetakentomean“not introducedbyhumans.”Ineligiblesubjectsincludecultivatedplantsandflowers, anddomesticanimals,suchasdogs andcows.

Eachphotographmustbemattedin white,beunframedandshouldhavethe name,address,telephonenumberand emailoftheentrant,aswellasthename ofthephotograph,locationthephoto wastakenandthecategoryinwhichit istobeenteredplacedonthereverse sideofthemat.Thetotaldimensions (photographandmat)cannotexceed16

by20inches.Neitherthephotographer’snamenoranywritingcanbeon the frontofthemat.Entrantsarebeing askedtouseadequateadhesive.All printsmustbemountedtothemat board(notinsertedortaped).Thereisa mountingsprayavailableinartorphotographicsupplystores.Peel-and-stick matareanotheroption.

“Propermountingwillpreserve,protectandbetterpresentyourphotograph. Itwillalsopreventmatsandphotographsfromcominglooseandfalling duringtheexhibit.”

Theentryfeeis$5perphotograph orsixphotosfor$25,andmustbeinc ludedwiththesubmittedphotographs. Studententriesarefree.Makechecks payabletotheFriendsofPrimeHook N.W.R.

TheRefugeaddressis11978Turkle PondRoad,Milton,DE19968.Entries remainondisplayforthedurationof theexhibitandmaybepickedupafter Dec.10.Entriesnotpickedupbefore Jan.7willbecomethepropertyofthe FriendsofPrimeHookandmaybe usedforpromotionalorfundraising purposes.TheFriendsofPrimeHook assumes noliabilityforentrieslostor damagedduringtheexhibit. Formoreinformation,calltherefuge at(302)684-8419.Forafullandcompletelistingofthecontestrules,goto http://www.friendsofprimehook.comor visittherefugeoffice.

“Pleasealwayspracticeresponsible andrespectfulwildlifeviewingandphotography.”

Brad Boyer - (Ocean View Primary Care)

Darin McCann - (Coastal Point)

Garth Troescher - (Garth Enterprises)

Heather DeMarie - (Heather’s Home Works)

Katina Dawson - (A Sweet Affair Events)

Kelly Kline - (Selbyville Public Library)

Kristina Malone - (Kristina’s Kitchen & Cakery)

Lori Smyth - (Tidepool Toys & Games)

Michele Steffens - (Millville Volunteer Fire Co.) Regan Roberts-Deck - (Custom Mechanical)

Sean Malone - (Santa’s Letters)

BeebeHealthcarerecentlywelcomed Dr.Marie-FranceMcIntee,DO,MPH, andnurse-practitionerKariShearman, FNCP-C,toitsgrowingteamofspecialty providers.Botharepalliativecare providerswhopracticeatBeebePalliative CareLongNeck,theTunnellCancer CenterandtheSouthCoastalCancer Center.

McInteetreatsadultswhohavebeen diagnosedwithseriousillnesses(cancer, heart,lung,kidneyorneurologicaldisease).Sheworkswithherpatients,their familiesandtheirspecialiststoimprove theirqualityoflife.

McInteeearnedherdoctorateinosteopathicmedicinefromthePhiladelphia CollegeofOsteopathicMedicine.She thenwentontocompleteherosteopathic internshipatCrozerKeystoneHealth System,alongwithherfamilymedicine residencyatAbingtonMemorialHospital,bothinPennsylvania.McInteecompletedhermedicaltrainingwitha Hospice&PalliativeMedicineFellowshipatMaineMedicalCenterinPortland.Shealsoholdsamaster’sdegreein publichealthfromtheHarvardT.H. ChanSchoolofPublicHealth,andtwo bachelor’sdegreesfromtheUniversityof Maryland,CollegePark.

McInteeisadiplomateoftheAmericanBoardofFamilyMedicineandthe AmericanBoardofPreventiveMedicine, AerospaceMedicine.Sheisamemberof theAmericanAcademyofHospice& PalliativeMedicine.

PriortojoiningBeebe,McInteeserved asaflightsurgeonintheU.S.AirForce, risingthroughranksandresponsibilities beforeendingherAirForcecareerasthe chiefofAerospace&OperationalMedicineattheAirForceMedicalReadiness Agency.Shebeganhermedicalcareerasa

familyphysicianatHartsvilleMedical PracticeinWarrington,Pa.

“Ihavehadalifetimeinterestinpalliativemedicine,andIamthrilledthatthe completionofmyfellowshiptraining alignedwiththeexpansionofBeebe’sPalliativeMedicineProgram,”saidMcIntee. Asapalliativecarefamilynurse-practitioner,Shearmanworkstoguidepatients astheyaremakingthecriticaltransition outoftheacute-caresetting.Withagoal todeveloppatientandfamily-centered plansforcaretooptimizequalityoflife, sheassistswithmanagementofchronic diseasesandservesasaliaisonbetween patients,familiesandclinicalcare providers.Shesaidsheiscommittedto thedeliveryofcarethatalignswiththe patient’smedicalneeds,healthgoalsand personalvalues.

ShearmanisagraduateofWilmington University,wheresheearnedbothabachelor’sandamaster’sdegreeinnursing.She alsoearnedanassociate’sdegreeinnursingfromDelawareTechnical&CommunityCollege,andisamemberofthe AmericanAssociationofNursePractitioners,theDelawareCoalitionofNurse PractitionersandtheDelawareMedical ReserveCorps.

PriortojoiningBeebeHealthcare, ShearmanworkedatFreseniusMedical Care,servingpatientsinanoutpatienthemodialysisclinic.Earlierinhercareer,she workedasahomehealthnurseandcase managerforbothMilleniumHomeCare andAmedisysHomeHealth,andasan emergencydepartmentnurseatAtlantic GeneralHospitalinBerlin,Md.

“IamanativeofSussexCounty,andI amsogratefulfortheopportunitytoprovideimpactfulhealthcarewithinthecommunityIampassionateaboutandcall home,”saidShearman.

MembersoftheShoreDemocratsPublicityCommitteewelcomedstateSen. SarahMcBridetotheir monthlymeetingonSept. 20.McBridesharedremarksaboutheraccomplishmentsandhergoals inrunningfortheU.S HouseofRepresentatives. TheShoreDemocratsmeet monthlyonthethird Wednesdayofthemonth. Formoreinformation, visitshoredemocrats.com. Pictured,fromleft,are: MitchCrane,LynneDavies, VickyCairns,McBride, KarenYochim,EvaNemeth, Doris AnnPierce,Colleen ReftandAngelaPierce.

RepublicanClubtohostelectionintegritydiscussion

The38thDistrictRepublican ClubwillhostadiscussionofelectionintegrityonMonday,Oct.23,at 6:30p.m.attheRoxanafirestation, 35943ZionChurchRoad,Frankford.“ElectionIntegrity—Where AreWeNow”willbepresentedby DanLeshLesher,amemberofthe DelawareGOPElectionIntegrity Committee.

TheclubmetattheFenwickCrab Housefortheirmonthlymeetingin September.Duringthemeeting,state Sen.GeraldHockerdeliveredapresentationontheclub’shistory.Asthe oldestandlargestRepublicanclubin Delaware,boastingamembershipof morethan100individuals,hehighlightedtheclub’soriginalfounders, ongoinggoalstoaidRepublicancandidatesandpresenceinthecommunity.StateRep.RonGrayfocusedhis discussiononcurrentlegislativetopics.Specifically,hedelvedintothe electricschool-busmandate,examiningthepotentialimplicationsand expensesassociatedwiththatinitiative.CountyCouncilmanDoug Hudsonaddressedtheongoingpropertytaxreassessment.

The38thDistrictRepublican ClubmeetsonthefourthMondayof everymonthandisopentonew memberstojoin.Meetingsareregu-

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October5

NotableBooks— CoastalGeorgetownAAUW ALANotableBooksClubmeetsattheLewes libraryfrom10a.m.tonoon.Theywillbe discussingJohnSteinbeck’s“TheGrapesof Wrath.”

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guildishostingafreeweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionatSouthCoastalLibraryat 10:30a.m.Participants18-plusofallskill levelswillpracticecreativewritingina friendlyandnurturingatmosphere.Thisis free,andregistrationisapprecia tedand availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.us.

MedicareBasicsinRetirement— Joseph Cisco,PresidentofCAISEBenefits,andeducatorwiththeDEMoneySchool,willdiscuss differentplansandoptionswithMedicareenrollmentatSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m. ThisclassexploreswhatMedicareoptions areavailabletoretireesandisidealforthose whoalreadyhaveMedicareorthosewhoare approachingeligibility.Conceptscoveredincludeopenenrollment,under standingparts a,b,candd,andrecentchanges.Free,registerathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling(302)858-5518.Sponsoredbythe MoneySchool,partoftheDelawareCommunityReinvestmentActionCouncil.Hostedby

theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

One-on-OneGenealogyAssistance— Lookingtotraceyourroots?Notsurehowtoget started?NancyN.willwalkyouthroughgettingstartedwithAncestry.com,andgiveyou p ersonalizedgenealogyassistanceusingU.S. databasesatSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m. Free,registeratwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43Kent Avenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

Fe elingsRock!— FeelingsRockisamusic, movement,andmoreprogramdesignedto helpchildrenunderage5andtheirfamilies workthrougheverydayemotions!Itisheldat

SouthCoastalLibraryat5p.m.Free,noregistrationisnecessary.Parentsmustaccompanychildren.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930302-858-5518https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

October6

DanceClass:Two-Step,Part1of3— Join danceinstructor,JohnBrillantes,forafun, instructionaldanceseriesfocusingonthe

ContinuingEvents

Clubs/Organizations

MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachment oftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeetsonthe fourthWednesdayofeachmonthatthe OceanCity(Md.)AmericanLegionPost166 on23rdStreetatnoon.AnyMarinesand NavyCorpsmenwhohaveservedinthe Corps,livinginWorcesterorSussexCounties,arewelcometojointomeettheirfellowveteransandconsiderjoiningthe organization.Theirmissioniscommunity servicethroughcamaraderieandvolunteerism.Form oreinformation,call(410) 430-7181oremailwebsergeant@firststatemarines.org.

SocratesCafé— BethanyBeachChristian ChurchwillbethelocationforthenextmeetingofSocratesCafé,agroupofindividuals fromdifferentbackgroundsthatdiscuss philosophicalideas.Themeetingsarethe firstTuesdayofeachmonth,from2to3:30 p.m.Everyoneiswelcome.Formoreinformation,call537-9440oremail bonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

CommunityClub— TheSelbyville Community Clubiswelcomingnewmembers,andmeets onthesecondThursdayofeachmonthat SalemMethodistChurchat1p.m.,withasocialhourfromnoonto1p.m.Formoreinformation,visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgor emailselbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewesHistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCountyGenealogicalSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturdayof

eachmonthfrom10a.m.to2p.m.inthe Read ingRoomattheLewesHistoryMuseum. MembersoftheSocietywillbeavailableto helpanyonewhohasquestionsabouttheir familytree.TheLewesHistoricalSociety

ArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation,visitthemat scgsdelaware.orgorhistoriclewes.org.

VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisuallyimpairedpersons,andmeetsthefirstand thirdWednesdayofeachmonthattheMastersoncenteratSt.AnnChurchfrom1to3 p.m.Newm embersarewelcome.Formore information,call/text/leaveamessageat (240)315-4361.

Drop-Ins

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffort puttogetherbyBillMurphytocelebratepatriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingat theBethanyBeachbandstandeveryWednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,law enforcementandfirefighterswhoserveand protect.Allarewelcome.

AdultTime— AdultscanstopintheSouth CoastalLibraryanytimethey’reopentowork onj igsawpuzzles,playcheckersorcolor. Thisisfree,andallmaterialsareprovided. BookDonations— SouthCoastalLibraryonly acceptsbookdonationsfrom2to4p.m.on Tuesdays.Thereisalistontheirwebsite, southcoastal.lib.de.us,ofwhattheydoor don’taccept.

BeachSingles— BeachSingles,55-Plus, meetseveryThursdayforHappyHourfrom4

to6p.m.atHarpoonHanna’sonRoute54. Formoreinformation,call(302)436-9577.

Politics

DemsMeet— The41stDemocratRDmeets thethirdThursdayofeverymonthatPizza KingRestaurantinMillsboroat6p.m.Thisis opentoanyDemocrats.Formoreinformation,callAlLiebeskindat(410)530-0064.

ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocratsmeets attheDenatBearTrapDunesclubhouse from11a.m.to1:30p.m.onthethird Wednesdayofthemonth.Thisisasocial organizationthateducates,informsand createscamaraderieamongtheirmembers throughmonthlylunchmeetingsthatfeatureengagingspeaker s.Formoreinformation,visitshoredemocrats.com.

RepublicansMeet— The38thDistrictRepublicanClubwillmeetatSouthCoastalLibrarythefourthMondayofthemonth.Social hoursbeginat6p.m.,andthemeetingstarts promptlyat6:30p.m.Informationontheclub andmeetingscanbefoundat38thdrcp.com, orthroughemailatinfo@38thdrcp.com.

DemocratsMeet— The38thRepresentative DistrictCommitteemeetsthefirstWednesdayofeverymonthat7p.m.atSouth CoastalLibrary.Formoreinformation,updatesonspeakersandmeetinglocations,call (302)364-5830orvisitthemonlineat deldems38.orgorfindthemonFacebook.

Fitness/Health/Dance

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel

UnitedMethodistChurchhosts“TuningUp theTemple”onMondays,Wednesdaysand Fridays,from9to10:15a.m.atTheHope Center.Theclassesaresession-based,not drop-in,socontactCarolLynchat(302) 745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comfor mo redetails.

YogaClasses— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchhostsyogaclassesat5 p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmorRoom, upstairsinthechurchbuilding,with HeatherMurphy.Thereisa$5drop-infee. Classesareopentothecommunityandall arewelcome.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelUnited MethodistChurchisholdingazumbaexerciseclassinthesocialhalleveryMondayat 10a.m.Thereisa$6drop-infee.Noregistrationisnecessary,andallarewelcome.For more information,contact jolin.zumba@gmail.com.

MultipleMyelomaSupport— TheDelaware MultipleMyelomaSupportGroupmeetsthe thirdSaturdayofeverymonthviaZoomfrom 1to3p.m.Formoreinformation,contact SueIwahashiat myelomaemailsue@gmail.com.

LineDancing— CapeHenlopenSeniorCenter ishostingline-dancingclassesonMondays. Beginnersclassestakeplaceat10a.m.,and Improversareat11a.m.Formoreinformation,call(302)227-2055.

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OPEN HOUSE SAT. 10/7, 11-2

1 Tingle St, Ocean View

Breathtaking views! Enjoy the tranquility and the wildlife from this waterfront oasis. This fabulous home offers a cozy screened porch, a wonderful sunroom/family room, open kitchen, living room, guest room, and primary bedroom with access to another screened porch. Upstairs you will find a large guest room with private balcony and 2 additional bedrooms and a bath. Plus, there is a garage with tons of space to store your boat, beach things and more. Convenient to great restaurants, less than 3 miles to the beautiful beaches of Bethany and boardwalk. MLS DESU2047962 $999,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

BELOW APPRAISED VALUE

Swann Cove, Selbyville

New Construction that won’t Break the Bank. 4 bedroom/3bath

Only 3 miles to the beach. Easy walk to grocery store and community pool. Home features gourmet kitchen, gas heat, instant hot water, finished garage, screened porch and outside shower. Custom trim and transoms.

MLS DESU2037658 Just $569,900

Call Kathy Cramer 302-236-5630

NEW LISTING

Bethany Bay, Ocean View

FIRST FLOOR CONDO in the Pavillions at Bethany Bay. This two bedroom, two bath unit features an eat-in kitchen, open floor plan, spacious bedrooms and a large 11’ x 15’ screened porch with a beautiful view of the Indian River Inlet bridge. Excellent location just across the lagoon from the boat launch and close to the outdoor pool and clubhouse. Many community amenities to be enjoyed including golf, pickleball, tennis, volleyball, and basketball. This condo is being sold furnished and is move-in ready!

MLS DESU2047668 $369,900

Call Martha Smith 302-249-0464

MUST SEE

Bethany Forest, Near Ocean View

You will love this magnificent custom-built home located on a private 1+ acre homesite. This stunning home has a lot to offer with a 2-story great room with built ins and gas fireplace, gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, library/office, fabulous 4 season room, 1st floor primary bedroom, guest bedroom and full bathroom. Upstairs are 2 additional guest rooms, guest bathroom, and large bonus room. Plus 3 car garage, deck, outdoor shower, shed and whole house generator. Community pool and tennis/pickleball courts.MLS DESU2045584 $869,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NEW LISTING

Preserve @ Jefferson Creek, Near Bethany

Like new home offers a stunning 2-story living room with a gas fireplace, a gourmet kitchen, a breakfast area or a study, a library, office, or formal dining room, your decision on how to use this flex room, and 1st floor primary bedroom and bathroom with a walk-in shower. Upstairs, is a loft area, 3 guest bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Plus, a private backyard, a patio, screened porch and 2 car garage. Small community with pool. Close to Bethany Beach and all its attractions.

MLS DESU2042788 $714,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NEW LISTING

Savannahs Landing, Ocean View

Expansive water views! Enjoy the amazing views and the waterfowl from your deck or 3 season room. This wonderful home offers open and spacious floor plan with a sunny living room and fireplace, a formal dining area, eat-in kitchen, primary bedroom and bathroom with walk-in shower, guest bedroom, guest bathroom, a sunroom, office, or a 3rd bedroom (no closet) and garage.

Community pool and tennis/pickleball courts. Less than 2 miles to the beautiful beaches and boardwalk of Bethany Beach.

MLS DESU2048168 $549,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

MUST SEE

Bethany Bay, Ocean View

Located in a premier waterfront community, this fabulous furnished luxurious condo is amazing with numerous upgrades and custom finishes. Offering first-floor, end unit living in a private location with an abundance of sunlight, a remodeled kitchen with breakfast bar, living/dining room combo with wood burning fireplace, and access to a screened porch, a large primary suite with a remodeled bathroom, guest bedroom and remodeled guest bath. Community with top-notch amenities.

MLS DESU2041920 $315,000

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NEW PRICE

Savannahs Landing, Ocean View

Lake front! Very spacious home offers a chef’s kitchen with a large center island, a spacious built-in desk space, and a breakfast nook. A fantastic ensuite with a luxurious, large walk-in tiled shower. The living room is bright and sunny with a gas fireplace and vaulted ceilings, a formal dining room, guest bedroom, and a sunroom or 3rd bedroom (no closet). Plus, a 3-season porch, garage with storage above and a lakefront patio. Community pool & tennis/pickleball. Only 2 minutes to Bethany.

MLS DESU2044830 $604,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

SELLER MOTIVATED

Bethany Forest, Near Ocean View

A truly special home on a large corner lot. Enjoy the 2-story living room with skylights and a gas fireplace, beautiful hardwood floors, a dining room/office, eat-in kitchen, bright and cheery 4-season room, powder room and 1st floor primary bedroom. Upstairs, is an ensuite with private bathroom and 2 guest bedrooms joined by an updated jack-jill bathroom. Plus, a shed and 2 car garage. Bethany Forest is a lovely community with low HOA dues, a pool, tennis/pickleball courts.

MLS DESU2045576 $549,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NEW LISTING

Plantation Park Marina, Frankford

Soon to be classified as a Class C home. Located in a waterfront community with a boat ramp. This spacious home offers a living room with vaulted ceilings, a large kitchen and dining area, an oversized primary bedroom with a full bath, 2 guest bedrooms, guest bathroom and a private screened porch. Home needs some TLC– ready for your special touches to make it yours. Convenient to the beaches, restaurants, golfing, fishing, and state parks. An excellent buy!

MLS DESU2047874 $299,900 Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

Bethany Bay, Ocean View

Fantastic views of the wetlands, water, and wonderful wildlife from every room in this top-floor furnished luxury condo. This spacious condo offers a 2-story living /dining room area with an electric fireplace, a large eat-in kitchen, screened porch, large primary bedroom, and a guest bedroom. Upstairs are 2 spacious ensuites with excellent views. Discover Bethany Bay and its 1st class amenities while being located near many of the state parks, beaches, quaint shopping, and quality restaurants.

MLS DESU2034422 $467,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

NICE LOCATION

Ocean Way Estates, Ocean View

Large corner lot is cleared and ready for your beach home. No HOA currently. Public sewer, buyer will be responsible for the $7,700 impact fee. Well water to be installed at buyer’s expense. Community kayak/canoe launch on Assawoman Canal. Only a short distance to the boardwalk, great restaurants, and shopping.

MLS DESU2045812 $269,900

Call Vickie York 302.542.4457

Please contact one of our experienced agents for your real estate needs!

Vickie Binsted 302-542-6253

Julia Hudson 301-641-6267

Nicole Frank 610-842-4521

Sondra Connor 302-245-1435

Kathy Cramer 302-236-5630 Rupert Smith 302-228-8900

Linda Mueller 302-245-0741 Martha Smith 302-249-0464

two-stepatSouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m. Eachclasswillbuildoffoftheprevioussession,soitisbesttoattendallthreedates (Oct.6,9&13).Wearleather-soledshoes andbringapartnerifpossible.Singleattendeeswillbepairedifpossible.Free,register atwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

GEMMindfulnessSeries— Learnabout mindfulnessinthis5-part,Fridayafternoon seriesfromth eUniversityofDelawareCooperativeExtension(Sussex)atSouthCoastal Libraryat2p.m.Theprogramfocuseson stressmanagementtaughtthroughpractical andinteractivemindfulness-basedactivities tofacilitateexperientiallearning.Participants oftheprogramwilllearnwhatmindfulnessis andhowtointegrateitintodailylife,strength andflexibilityposes,breathingtechniques andotherrelaxationskills.Participantsmeet onFridaysfrom2–3p.m. fromSept.22 throughOct.20.Participantsshouldbeable

toattendall5sessionsifpossible.Registrationislimited&requiredandavailableat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usbeginningat2 p.m.onSep.1.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

October7

100thAnniversary— TheSelbyvilleVolunteer FireCo.iscelebratingits100thAnniversary fromnoonto4p.m.Thedesignedprogram itselfisfrom2to3p.m.Therewillbeold andmoder nfireapparatus,thestatefire marshal,DelawareStateFireSchool,Sussex CountyParamedicsandmore.Displaysincludecommandpost,horses,motorcycles andTrooperDan.Therewillbefreehotdogs, chipsandsoda,alongwithbarbecuechicken andpork.

Fa llMarket— TheUnitedMethodistWomen ofSt.George’sUMCwillbeholdingtheirAnnualFallMarketfrom8a.m.to1p.m.Atthis outdoorevent,theywillhavetheirhomemade chickensalad,soupsanddessertsforsale, a swellasvendorsandayardsale.TheproceedswillbenefittheUMWmissionprojects

andmore.Formoreinformation,visitthem onlineatstgeorgesumc.org.

QuarterAuction— TheDagsborofirehallwill playhosttoaQuarterAuctiontobenefit BethelMethodistChurch.Doorswillopenat 5:30p.m.andthegamesstartat6:30p.m. Thefirstpaddlecosts$10,andanAll-inpaddlecosts$40.

CornholeforaCause— TheSt.Vincentde PaulCornholeforaCausewilltakeplacein thepar kinglotofSt.Annchurchfrom10 a.m.to2p.m.Thecostis$50forateamof two,whichincludeslunch.Fourmatchesare guaranteedforeachteam.Firstprizewins $250,andsecondplacegets$100.Toregister,emailsvdpbethany@gmail.comorcall Bettyat(508)584-2044.

ArtisansFa ir— The15thAnnualArtisansFair willbeheldattheBethanyBeachfirehouse from9a.m.to3p.m.Therewillbe40-plus mediumsonhand.

Train&ToyShow— TheDelawareSeaside RailroadClubTrain&To yShowwillbeheldat theRoxanafirehousefrom9a.m.to2p.m. Therewillbeoperatinglayouts,refreshments andadoorprize,alongwiththeShoreBoyz RailroadClubMobileDisplay.Thecostis$6

perperson,withchildren10andundergettinginforfree.Formoreinformation,visit delawareseasiderailroadclub.comorcallBill zieglerat(302)537-0964.

Fa llGardenforWildlife— StephenPryce Lea,thedirectorofHorticultureandEducationProgramsatDelawareBotan icGardens, willleadatourofthePietOudolfMeadowat 2p.m.Hewilldiscussgardenmaintenance andfeaturedplantsessentialforproviding wildlifewithfoodsourcesandhabitatsforthe fifthseason.Thecostofthetouris$10for adultnon-members.Children16andyounger areadmittedfreetothegardenswhenaccompaniedbyanadult.Membersareadmittedfree,andtheclassisfree.Non-members paya$15admission,plusa$10classfee. Reservationsmaybemadeonlinea t delawaregardens.org/events.

October9

DanceClass:Two-Step,Part2of3— Join danceinstructor,JohnBrillantes,forafun, instructionaldanceseriesfocusingonthe two-stepatSouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m. Eachclasswillbuildoffoftheprevioussession,soitisbesttoattendallthreedates (Oct.6,9&13).Wearleather-soledshoes andbringapartnerifpossible.Singleattendeeswillbepairedifpossible.Free,register atwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us.H ostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

PutYourGardentoBed— SussexCounty MasterGardenerCherieDorfmanwillteach youhowtoprepareyourgardenforwinter, includingremovingdebristopreventfuture problems,plantingperennials,bulbs,trees, shrubsandwintervegetables,caringforgardentools,lawnmaintenance,andmore.This isatSouthCoastalLibrary,at2p.m.Free, registeratwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us. Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43Kent Avenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

October10

GriefShare— TheRiverChurchinRoxanais hostingGriefShareeveryTuesdaythrough Nov.21,2023,from6:30to8:30p.m.This isaweeklyseminarandsupportgroupdesignedtohelppeoplerebuildtheirlivesafter losingalovedone.

LessonsinChemistry— TheCoastal GeorgetownAAUWDiversityBookClubwill discussBonnieGarmus’“LessonsinChemistry”attheLewesPublicLibraryfrom10 a.m.to noon.

SecureYourElectronicDevices— The DelawareDept.ofTechnology&Information willpresentthesecondofaninformative,3partseriesonCyberSecurityatSouth CoastalLibraryat11a.m.Thissessionwill teachyouhowtosetminimumsecuritysettingsonyourdevices,safeguardyourdata andavoidfakesoftware.(Oct.3session:ProtectYourIdentity.Oct.17session:Detect CurrentScams.)Free,youmayattendinperson(recommended)orviaZoom.Registerat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

MindfulMovement— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora1hourMindfulMovementclassatSouth CoastalLibraryat3:30p.m.Thisclasscombinesgentlemovementandstretcheswith breathworktocreatea"meditationinmotion"followedbyadeepguidedrelaxationto

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helpcalmthebodyandmind.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Registration guaranteesyourspotintheclass.Walk-in's acceptedfirst-come,first-serveasspace permits.Free,registerat www.southcoastal.lib.de.u.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930 PAWSforReading— Well-trainedteamsof dogs&ownersprovideasupportiveandfun wayforkidstogainconfidenceinreading aloudatSouthCoastalLibraryat4p.m.! Chil drenreadfor15minutesandmaybring theirownbookiftheywish.Ages5+.Must call(302)858-5518toregister.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

October11

Women’sBibleStudy— MarinersBethelwill host“WomenoftheBibleWhoChangedthe World,”awoman’sBiblestudy,every WednesdayfromSept.27throughNov.1. Therearetwotimesonecanattend:either 10to11:30a.m.or7to8:30p.m.All

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Hobby/Craft

NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’sSeashore ChapterofTheAmericanNeedlepointGuild meetsonthefirstMondayofthemonth from10a.m.to2p.m.attheLewesPublic Library.Bringingaboxlunchisencouraged.Newmembersarealwayswelcome. Fordetails,sendanemailtothechapterat delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.org.

CoffeeandCarsCruiseIn— St.George’s UnitedMethodistChurchandtheGhostRydersCarClubarehostingacruise-inatthe churcht hesecondandfourthFridayof eachmonth,beginningMay2.Thereisno fee,andtherewillbecoffee,donutsand fellowship.Formoreinformation,callMike Stramellaat(410)419-1843.

RadioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator wantingtomeetandgreetotherscanget

womena rewelcometoattend.Registrationis atmarinersbethel.churchcenter.com/registration/events/1888973orbycalling(302) 539-9510orbystoppingbythechurch.

Dine&Donate— FinsAleHouseandRaw BarinBethanybeachwillhostaDine&DonatetobenefitCoastalGardenersfrom3to 9p.m.ProceedswillbeusedforOperation ChristmasCheertoprovideholidaygiftbasketstohomeboundseniors.Therewillbea 50/50andotherraffleprizes.

BabyBookwormsStoryTime— T hisbeginner’sapproachtoSouthCoastalLibrary forchildrenbirth–age2yearsisagreatway tobegintheirexperienceinagroupsetting wheretheywillhavebasicexposureto books,musicandplay.Free,registrationis notrequired,parentsmustaccompanychildren.Itstartsat10a.m.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

LittleLearnersStoryTime— Preschool childrenages3to5enjoyvariou sactivities designedtohelpwithlanguageacquisition andimprovepre-literacyskillsatSouth CoastalLibraryat11a.m.Activitiesmayincludestories,music,songsandsimple crafts.Free,registrationisnotrequired, parentsmustaccompanychildren.Hosted

togetherattheMillsboroPizzaKingon Thursdaysfrom8to10a.m.TheARRL SectionManagerusuallyattends.Formore information,contactJackMagarat k8uyc80@gmail.com.

Music

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridaysof themonthat4p.m.Alllevelsarewelcome.

Museums/Displays

RailroadMuseum— TheDelawareSeasideRailroadClubhouseisaninteractive museumofmodelrailroading,andislocatedat36668DuPontBoulevard,in Selbyville.Theyareopentothepublic everyWednesdayfrom5to8p.m.,and everySaturday,from10a.m.to3p.m. Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation, visitthemonlineatdelawar eseasiderail-

bytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

TrueCrimeClub— Shareyourtheories, knowledge,andmemoriesoftruecrime caseswithfellowtruec rimeenthusiastsat SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.!Ateach meeting,theclubwillexploreaparticular truecrimecase.Thismonth,KimFritsch, HistoricalInterpreterfromtheNewCastle CourtMuseum,willbeourguestspeakeras wediscussthecaseofCatherineBevan. Pleasenotethatthisprogramisin-person onlyandforages18andolder.Registration isappreciatedandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth Co astalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

October11-14

BookSale— TheFriendsoftheGeorgetown PublicLibrarywillholditsbooksaleoverthe courseoffourdays.Thehourswillbe5to7 p.m.(forFriendsonly)onOct.11;10a.m.to 7p.m.onOct.12;10a.m.to5p.m.onOct. 13;and10a.m.to1p.m.onOct.14.There willalsobeaSip‘n’Shop&SilentAuction duringthesaleonOct.13,from6to8p.m.

roadclub.com.

SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMuseum isopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m.onthethird SaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober. variousrailroadandTownartifactsdating backtotheearliestagriculturaldaysthrough late20thCenturypolicememorabiliaareon display.Themuseumislocatedat6Railroad AvenueinSelbyville.Admissionisfree.For moreinformation,visitthemonlineatsel-

October12

LWVEveningSocial— TheLeagueofWomen VotersofSussexCountyisholdingits

“League,LibationsandLearning”eveningsocialattheWheelhouseBar&GrillinLewes from4:30to8p.m.LeagueofWomenVoters ofDelawarePresidentTiffanyLydonwilldiscussLWVDE’s2023-24AgendaandPriorities.Formoreinformationvisitthemonlineat sussexlwv.org.

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guildishostingafreeweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionatSouthCoastalLibraryat 10:30a.m.Participants18-plusofallskill levelswill practicecreativewritingina friendlyandnurturingatmosphere.Thisis free,andregistrationisappreciatedand availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.us.

DeweyReadsBookClub— JoinPatfora quarterlynonfictionbookdiscussionatSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.WewillbediscussingTheWomanTheyCouldNotSilence byKateMoore.Free,registeratwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

RenewableEn ergyforKids— ROOTSYouth

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byville.delaware.gov.

Faith

CommunityBibleStudy— GraceUnited MethodistChurchinMillsboroishostinga BibleStudythisfallonWednesdaymornings,startingonSept.6,from10a.m.to noon.Formoreinformation,andtoregister,visitsussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

TheDelawareBotanicGardensat PepperCreek(DBG)hostedmore than300guestsandsupportersatthe sold-outDBGAnnualDinneron Sept.28.RaySander,presidentofthe DBG,thankedthemallundera whitesailclothtentprovidedby CoastalTentedEvents.SoDelConceptsprovidedfoodanddessertsat multiplechefstations.ScottKammerer,presidentofSoDelConcepts, alongwithhiswife,Lisa,werehonoraryco-chairsofthedinner.Scott Kammererwelcomedthegueststo oneofthe“bestcharityeventsin Delaware.”

Sandersaid,“Thisisthe11thanniversaryofourfirstfundraising farm-to-tabledinnercreatedbyMatt HaleyandSueRyanattheGood EarthMarket.Tonight,ourdinner partnershavebravedthecloudyday andshowersforagloriouscelebration ofthegardens.Weareindebtedto ScottKammererandRonnieBurkle andtheamazingSoDelchefs;Riley QuinnandDerrickKelleyofBin66 fortheirbeautifullypairedwines; ZackMcCarthyandhisteamforthe spectaculartent;VinceVarrassiand 5thAvenuefortheirmusicalvirtuosity;andAffairstoRememberfor theirspecialoutdoorlighting.”

“Inaddition,inmemoryofourrecentlydeceasedboardmemberPeter

Carter,SarahGilmoursponsoredthe ‘WelcomingProsecco,’”Sandernoted. “Theenthusiasmandhighspirits

weresharedbyallandrepresentative ofhowmuchDelawareandSussex Countycitizenscareandsupportour

communitynon-profits.”

Sanderalsotooknoteofattending supportersincludingChuckPennoni, founderofPennoniAssociates;SussexCountyLandTrust;andelected officialsfromacrossthestate,includingLt.Gov.BethanyHall-Long, stateSens.GeraldHockerandRuss Huxtable,SussexCountyCouncil MemberDouglasB.Hudson,Sussex CountyAdministratorToddLawson, NewCastleCountyExecutiveMatt MeyerandDagsboroMayorBrian Baull.

“SupportfromourState,County, andlocalgovernments,andtheprivatesectorisvitaltothesuccessof ourpublicgarden.Also,withoutthe supportofallofyouinthistent tonight,therewouldbenobotanic gardeninSussexCounty,”Sander said.

Thisyear,DBGchallengedguests tohelpraisefundsforoperations.By theendoftheevening,guestshad donatednearly$26,000,bringingthe grandtotalraisedattheAnnualDinnertomorethan$122,000.Thedonationsarestillcominginandare welcome,Sandersaid.

Inherremarks,DBGExecutive DirectorSherylSwedsalutedthe DBGBoardmembersandAdvisory Councilmemberspresent,dinner sponsors,volunteersandstaff,includingStephenPryceLea,directorof Horticulture&EducationalPrograms,andSamCashdollar,DBGdirectorofGrounds&Facilities.

Swedsaid,“Thisisaspecialdin-

GuestsaregreetedattheDBG’sannualdinner.Pictured,fromleft,areLisaHastings,DBGExecutiveDirectorSherylSwed,DBG AdvisoryCouncilChairDavidSmall,DBGPresidentRaySanderandCindySmall.

ner,becauseitmarkedtheannual gatheringofourmostdedicatedsupportersanddonorstocelebratethe gardens’progressandtorecognizethe board,staffandvolunteerswhomake ithappen.Asanonprofit,wecould notoperatewithoutthesupportof thededicatedvolunteers,staffand ourgenerouscommunitysupporters. Thankyou!”

TheDBGisnowopentothepublicThursdaythroughSundayfrom9 a.m.to4p.m.Guidedtoursareofferedat10a.m.Reservationsarepreferredandcanbemadeatthewebsite atwww.delawaregardsns.org/tickets. Theticketsfornon-memberscost $15foradults,andanyone16or youngerisadmittedfreeofcharge whenaccompaniedbyanadult. Membersareadmittedfree.The DelawareBotanicGardensislocated at30220PineyNeckRoad,Dagsboro.Membershipsareavailableby goingtodelawaregardens.org/membership.

ThemissionoftheDelaware BotanicGardensis“tocreatea world-class,inspirational,educational,andsustainablepublicbotanic gardeninsouthernDelawareforthe benefitandenjoymentofall.”

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Picturedmakingthepresentationofdonationsfromthesilentauctionare,fromleft: DavidSzumski,Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberofCommerceofBoardofDirectors; AliSchuch,Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberofCommerceBoardofDirectors;LindsayRichard,FreemanArtsPavilionArtsAccessInitiative;KarenandDavidJayne, Jayne’sReliable;JeffLewis,BeachLiquors;andEmilyGaitherandAlyssaWeaver.

CoastalPointphotos•Submitted Picturedmakingthepresentationofdonationsfromthesilentauctionare,fromleft: backrow,EmilyGaitherandAlyssaWeaver,Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commerce;JeffLewis,BeachLiquors;frontrow,BarkleyHeck,LordBaltimoreElementarySchool;ChristyKerr,PhillipC.ShowellElementarySchool;KarenandDavid Jayne,Jayne’sReliable;MarciGinsberg,JohnM.ClaytonElementarySchool;Laurie Hall, SelbyvilleMiddleSchool;JacquelineYerkes,LordBaltimoreElementarySchool; andKharaBauer,JohnM.ClaytonElementarySchool.

BethanyBeachBoardwalkArtsFestivalraisesmoneyforlocalschoolprograms

OnWednesday,Sept.18,the

Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commercepresentedcheckstotaling

$7,000totheartprogramsatJohn M.ClaytonElementarySchool, LordBaltimoreElementarySchool,

School.FreemanArtsPavilion’sArts AccessInitiativeandtheLeoClub fromIndianRiverHighSchoolwere alsoincludedinthecontributions. Thisyear,students,parentsand teachersfrombeneficiaryschoolsand organizationsparticipatedinthefestivalbyvolunteeringtheirtime.

Thecheckswerepresentedatthe Chamber’sBusinessAfterHours NetworkingeventhostedatMio Fratello’sLofton54.Nearly$5,000 oftheproceedswereraisedatthe SilentAuctionduringtheChamber’s BethanyBeachBoardwalkArtsFestivalonSept.9,whichwassponsored byJayne’sReliableofDagsboro.An additional$2,170wasraisedfroma newWineTastingeventaddedto theArtsFestivaltocelebrateits45th anniversary.TheWineTasting,sponsoredbyBeachLiquors,washeldat HarvestTideSteakhouseandfeaturedtastingsof60wines.

Thisnationallyrankedshowisa juriedeventthathostsmorethan 100juriedartiststoshowcaseand selltheirwork.Thefeaturedartists bringuniquecreationsrepresentinga varietyofmediums,includingpaintings,photography,woodwork,metalwork,clayandjewelry.

TheBethanyBeachBoardwalk ArtsFestivalwillreturnonSaturday, Sept.7,2024.Tolearnmoreabout theBethany-FenwickAreaChamber ofCommerce, visitthequietresorts.comorcall(302) 539-2100.

PhillipC.ShowellElementary School,SouthernDelawareSchool oftheArtsandSelbyvilleMiddle

Developmentwillprovideanengagingprogramonrenewableenergy,andhowharnessingsolarandwindpowercan revolutionizeourenergyconsumptionand contributetoasustainable,greenfutureat SouthCoastalLibraryat5p.m.Forelementaryages,parentmustaccompanychild. Registrationisrequiredandavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat302858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, BethanyBeach,DE

NA RFEMeets— NARFECoastalSussex CountyChapter1690willholditsmonthly luncheonat1776SteakhouseinMidway ShoppingCenteratnoon.Thespeakerwillbe DeirdreO’SheaMcCartney,anattorneywho specializesinelderlaw.Thecostofthe luncheonis$19perperson,whichincludes gratuities,andpaymentismadeuponarrival. Thereisachoiceofthreeentrees—meatloafwithmashedpotatoesandvegetable, pulledporkBBQsandwichwithcoleslawand chips,andoystersona mixedfieldofgreens. Tomakeareservation,andpickyourentree, emailLarryorKathyTrombelloat trombello@comcast.net.

DBGWoodlandsTour— ElizabethRives— DBGdocent,certifiednaturalistandTreeScrub—isleadinganexplorationofthe wondersoftheforest,vernalpoolsandshore lineofPeppercreekatDelawareBotanic Gardensfrom11:30a.m.to12:30p.m.The costofthetouris$10.Children16and youngerareadmittedfreetothegardens whenaccompaniedbyana dult.Membersare admittedfree,andthetourcosts$10.Nonmemberspaya$15admissionfee,plusthe $10classfee.Reservationscanbemadeat delawaregardens.org/events.

October13

TrapShoot— TheFirstStateDetachmentof theMarineCorpsLeagueisholdingthefirst AnnualMartyKweskoMemorialTrapShootat theSynepuxentRod&GunClubinBerlin, Md.,atnoon.Toregister,orformoreinformation,contactMiltWarrenbyphoneortext at(443)497-0057,orthroughemai lat milt.warren@comcast.net.

DanceClass:Two-Step,Part3of3— Join danceinstructor,JohnBrillantes,forafun, instructionaldanceseriesfocusingonthe two-stepatSouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m. Eachclasswillbuildoffoftheprevioussession,soitisbesttoattendallthreedates (Oct.6,9&13).Wearleather-soledshoes andbringapartnerifpossible.Singleattendeeswillbepairedifpossible.Free,register atwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us.Hostedbyth e SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

GEMMindfulnessSeries— Learnabout mindfulnessinthis5-part,Fridayafternoon seriesfromtheUniversityofDelawareCooperativeExtension(Sussex)atSouthCoastal Libraryat2p.m.Theprogramfocuseson stressmanagementtaughtthroughpractical andinteractivemindfulness-basedactivities tofacilitateexperientiallearning.Participants oftheprogramwilllearnwhatmindfulnessis andho wtointegrateitintodailylife,strength andflexibilityposes,breathingtechniques andotherrelaxationskills.Participants shouldbeabletoattendallfivesessionsif possible.Registrationislimitedandrequired andavailableatwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43Kent

October14

BirdSeedSalePick-up— TheFriendsof CapeHenlopenStateParkAnnualBirdSeed SalePick-upwilltakeplaceintheMaintenanceGarageintheParkfrom10a.m.to noon.Individualswhoplacedorderscanturn inattheparkofficeandfollowthesignsto thepick-uppoint.

GolfScramble— TheBethanyBeachVolunteerFireCompanywillbenefitfroman18holebest-ballscrambleatBearTrap.Thisis ashotgunstart,withgolfersteeingoffat 12:30p.m.Formoreinformation,callColeen Cardyat(724)238-3967.

October16

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,atSouth CoastalLibraryat10a.m.forafreeone-hour gentleyogaflowclass.Idealforbeginners, seniors,andanyonelookingforaslowerflow practice.Wewilllearnbreathingtechniques, postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibility

andstrength,balance,andrelaxation.Please bringayogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetontothe flooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovide chairs.The reareoptionsforall!Registration opensat10amonOct.9andisavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insonlyacceptedifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 ThriftedGhostPainting— JoinRacheland Claireforasimple,funDIYprojectthat'sperfectforHalloweenatSouthCoastalLibraryat 3:30p.m.!Wewillbepaintingghosts,pu mpkinsandotherseasonalthingsonexisting paintings.Participantsmustbringtheirown paintingstodecorate.(Thriftstoresarea greatplacetofindoneifyoudon’thaveone athome.)Registrationbeginsat10:15a.m. onOct.9,andisavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)8585518(onlineregistrationrecommended.)You areeligibletoattendthreeart/craftclasses perquarter(SeptemberthroughNovember 2023.)HostedbytheSouthC oastalLibrary,

October17

GriefShare— TheRiverChurchinRoxanais hostingGriefShareeveryTuesdaythrough Nov.21,2023,from6:30to8:30p.m.This isaweeklyseminarandsupportgroupdesignedtohelppeoplerebuildtheirlivesafter losingalovedone.

DetectCurrentScams— TheDelawareDepartmentofTechnology&Informationwill presentthethirdofaninformative,3-partseriesonCyberSecurityatSouthCoastalLibrar yat10a.m.Thissessionwillteachyou aboutscamtactics,phishes,smishesand vishes,andwhattodoifyou’reascamvictim.(Oct.3session:ProtectYourIdentity. Oct.10session:SecureYourElectronicDevices.)Free,youmayattendinperson(recommended)orviaZoom.Registerat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

iPad&AppleUsersGroup— iPad,iPhone andotherAppledeviceusersofallskilllevels arewelcometoattendthissupportgroupat SouthCoastalLibraryat11a.m.Usersmeet todiscussnewfeatures,sharetips,andask questions.AttendinpersonorviaZoom. Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat (302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE.

October18

Women’sBibleStudy— MarinersBethelwill host“WomenoftheBibleWhoChangedthe World,”awoman’sBiblestudy,every WednesdayfromSept.27throughNov.1. Therearetwotimesonecanattend:either 10to11:30a.m.or7to8:30p.m.All womenarewelcometoattend.Registrationis atmarinersbethel.churchcenter.com/registration/events/1888973orbycalling(302) 539-9510orbystoppingbythechurch.

StoryTimeatJamesFa rm— Ages2–4and theirparentsandoldersiblingsareinvitedto enjoyaspecialstorytime atJamesFarmnaturepreserveonCedarNeckRoad.Wewill meetattheparkinglotpromptlyat10a.m. andwalktothebaytogetherforanoutdoor storytime.Free,registerathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Wewillemailregistrantsforany cancellationduetoinclementweather. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43Kent Avenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

HappyBookersBookClub— JoinJuliaand TheoforournextHappyBookersmeetingat SouthCoa stalLibraryat2p.m.Thegroup meetsonselectmonthstodiscussnewand popularliteraryfictiontitles.Thismonthwe willbediscussingHamnetbyMaggieO'Farrell.YoumayattendinpersonorviaZoom. RegistrationisrequiredforZoomparticipationandappreciatedforin-person,andis availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling(302)858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

CrimeSolvers!— Areyouatru ecrimelover oranaspiringdetective?JoinSouthCoastal

Libraryat5p.m.fora105-minutetabletop gamewhereweexamineevidence,witness statements,etc.tosolvefictionalmurders. Forages14toAdult.Free,allmaterialsprovided.Registrationisrequiredandavailable athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

October19

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guildishostingafreeweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionatSouthCoastalLibraryat 10:30a.m.Participants18-plusofallskill levelswillpracticecreativewritingina friendlyandnurturingatmosphere.Thisis free,andregistrationisappreciatedand availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.us.

ALookBackinCrime— JoinSouthCoastal Libraryat1p.m.intakingalookbackattrue crimecasescoveredinourDidTheyDoIt?: TrueCrimeClubwithothertruecrimeenthusiasts! Discusstheories,knowledge,memories,andupdateswithothersinyour community!Perfectforthosewhomissedour

previousTrueCrimeClubprogramsaswell asthosewhoarenewtotruecrime.Ateach meeting,theclubwillfocusonaparticular truecrimecaseandarecommendedbookto accompanythecase.Thismonth,we'lltakea lookatthecaseoftheLongIslandSerial Killer.Suggestedread:LostGirls:AnUnsolvedAmericanMysterybyRobertKolker. Pleasenote,youdono thavetoreadthe booktoparticipateintheclub.Registrationis appreciated,andwillgiveyouaccessto videossentbythepresenterpriortotheprogram.Forages18&up.Free,registerat www.southcoastal.lib.de.us.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

FallHarvestStart— TheDelawareBotanic GardensFallHarvestFestivitiesbeginsatthe Gardenswithseasonaldecorations,familyfriendlyfunandaspecialDiscoveryTrail with wildlifecreatures.Children16andyounger areadmittedfreetothegardenswhenaccompaniedbyanadult.Membersareadmitted free.Non-memberspaya$15admissionfee.

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wasplannedonMonday,Oct.2, 2023,attheWatsonFuneralHome &Crematorium,211S.Washington St.,Millsboro,Del.Afuneralwasto follow,withtheRev.JamesVanDer WallandRobertHerringtonofficiating.IntermentwasplannedatMcColley’sChapelCemeteryin Georgetown,Del.Daisey’slifememorialwebpageandhisonlineguestbookareatwww.watsonfh.com, wherecondolencesmayalsobesent.

EugeneA.‘Gene’Ellis,88

EugeneA.“Gene”Ellis,88,of OceanView,Del.,peacefullypassed awayathishome,withthesupport ofhisfamilyandAccentCareHospice,onSept.30,2023.Elliswas bornonMarch13,1935,inChester, Pa.,tothelateSamEllisandAsunta “Sue”(Maiorini)Ellis.

HeattendedChesterHighSchool inChester,Pa.In1958,hegraduated fromthePennsylvaniaMilitaryCollege(nowWidenerUniversity), whereheearnedabachelor’sdegree inmechanicalengineeringandwas involvedinEngineersClub,Society ofAmericanMilitaryEngineers,SocietyofAutomotiveEngineersand KappaSigmaKappafraternity.

Upongraduation,hewasemployedasamechanicalengineerfor severalgovernmentagenciesfor20 years.HehelpeddesigntheArmy ReservesRecruitingCenterin Lewes,Del.,andwasalsoinvolved withtheDoverAirForceBasebarracksproject.

Afterthegovernment,hepartneredwithhisbrother,Sam,and formedEllisConstructionInc.The companywasknownforrehabbing Chesterhousing,providingsafe homesforlow-incomefamilies, amongmanyothercommercial,industrialandresidentialprojectsin thearea.

EllisandhisfamilylivedinVirginia,MarylandandPennsylvania, buttheydiscoveredOceanView, Del.,inthe1960swithfriends.He builtahomein1971,andspent weekendsandsummersenjoying fishing,crabfeastswithlongtime friendsandfamily,andthequietof “LowerSlower”SussexCounty.He andhiswife,BettyJo(Inscoe)Ellis, retiredtoOceanViewin1995,and GeneElliscontinuedtoinvestin propertyandbuildinghousesinthe area.

Hedevelopedatheoryontheexpandinguniversemorethan15years ago.Hespentmuchofhisdayresearchingandlearningmoreand moreonthesubject.Hewroteand postedhispapersontheinternetand enjoyedcollaboratingwithothers aroundtheworldonthetopic.

Elliswasalongtimeparishioner

andusheratSt.Ann’sCatholic ChurchinBethanyBeach,Del.He enjoyedgoingoncruiseswithhis wife,Betty,andfriends.Hishobby wasexploringalltheinformationon theinternet.

Inadditiontohisparents,Ellis wasprecededindeathbyhisbrothers PaulParente,JohnEllis,SamEllis andRonaldEllis.Heissurvivedby hiswife,BettyJo(Inscoe)Ellis;his children,MarkEllis,SusanAsh(and Lawrence),CathyEngland(and Steve)andSamEllis(andTara);his grandchildren,JoeGarner,Lona Garner,MichelleEngland-LaFrance (andAnthony),RyanEllisandGina Ellis;andgreat-grandchildren, ChristopherLewisandEthanEngland.

AMassofChristianBurialwillbe heldat11a.m.onMonday,Oct.9, 2023,atSt.AnnCatholicChurch, 691GarfieldParkway,Bethany Beach,Del.,wherefriendsandfamilymayvisitafter10a.m.Interment willbeheldprivately.Flowersare welcomed,ordonationsmaybemade totheFaith&CharityCatholicAppeal,CatholicDioceseofWilmington,P.O. Box2030,Wilmington,DE 19899.Condolencesmaybesentonlinebyvisitingwww.melsonfuneralservices.com.

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BrendaMcCabeHerring

, age 82, of Marysville, WA passed away peacefully on September 18, 2023. She was born on July 3, 1941 in Selbyville, DE.

Brenda will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her surviving family members. She is survived by her husband, Duane Herring, sons, Robert (Sue) Wells of Battleboro, NC, Greg (Tammy) Wells of Mardela Springs, MD, her daughters, Debby Wells of Clearwater, FL, Amy (Mark) Lucas of Arlington, WA, stepson Graham (Christina) Herring of Arlington, WA, stepdaughter Allyson Herring of Marysville, WA, and sister Patricia Simpler of Selbyville, DE. Brenda also leaves behind numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren who will cherish her memory.

At Brenda's request, no services will be held. A gathering of family and close friends will be held at a later date to celebrate her life and share cherished memories.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made in Brenda's honor to Alzheimer's Association or Noah Animal Shelter. Contributions to these organizations will help support causes that were close to Brenda's heart.

May Brenda McCabe Herring rest in eternal peace, and may her memory forever be a blessing to all who knew and loved her.

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EllenPostleyHarmon

EllenPostleyHarmonpassed awayonSept.22,2023.Shewasborn Feb.18,1949,inWhaleyville,Md., tothelateAudreyandWilliamPostley.

ShegraduatedfromWilliamC. JasonHighSchool,andsheretired fromtheStockleyCenterafter30 yearsofservice.Shehadalovefor flowers.Shewillbedearlymissedby allwhoknewher.

Harmonissurvivedbyherloving husband,LeroyHarmonJr.;two aunts,KathleenPurnellandFrances Sample;twouncles,RobertPurnell andDouglasPostley;twobrothersin-law,GeorgeHarmonandWilliam Jones;andtwosisters-in-law,CarolynJonesandMaryHarmon.She wasalsoblessedwithfivespecial cousins,LindaCollins,MargoWise, JamesPurnell,RussellMumfordand MichaelPurnell;aswellasahostof nieces,nephews,cousinsandfriends.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldat 11a.m.onThursday,Oct.5,2023,at theAntiochAMEChurch,194 ClaytonAve.,Frankford,Del.,where friendsmaycallfrom10to11a.m. Intermentwillimmediatelyfollowin theadjoiningchurchcemetery.Harmon’slifememorialwebpageandonlineguestbookareat www.watsonfh.com.

DouglasScott‘Doug’Isaac,69

DouglasScott“Doug”Isaac,69,of Millville,Del.,andformerlyof NorthernVirginia,passedawayunexpectedlyonWednesday,Sept.13, 2023,atBeebeHealthcareinLewes, Del.HewasborninGallipolis,Ohio, onDec.8,1953,sonofBenAlexanderIsaacandVirginiaMarie(Gunn) Isaac.

IsaacretiredfromWashington Gasafter33years,beforehebecame selfemployedasaVirginialicensed drivinginstructoratCommonwealth DrivingSchoolfor11years.Heretiredagainand,alongwithhiswife, Diane,movedtoMillville,Del.,to enjoyBethanyBeach.DougwasactiveinhisMillvilleBytheSeacommunity,servedasteamcaptainofthe area’sSeniorBilliardLeague,and wasamemberoftheLordBaltimore LionsClub.

Hispassionwasfishingandtalkingabouthiscatchatanyopportunitythatcamealong.Henever missedatimetodrivehisfamilyon thebeachandfish.Hebelievedin andsupportedanimalrescue,along withDiane.

Isaacissurvivedbyhiswife, Diane(Stepp)Isaac;anddaughter, MarisaCooleyandherhusband, Ryan,ofLeesburg,Va.Healsoleaves asister-in-law,DawnKraucunasand herhusband,Paul,ofMoreheadCity, N.C.;sister,DonnaBlosser(and brother-in-lawFredBlosser)of Austin,Texas;sister,DeniseHeflin (andbrother-in-lawMikeHeflin)of Fairfax,Va.;brother,DavidIsaac (andsister-in-lawMarsha)ofThe Villages,Fla.;aswellasagroupof niecesandnephewscherishedby him.

AcelebrationofIsaac’slifewillbe heldat2p.m.onThursday,Oct.12, 2023,attheOceanViewChapelof MelsonFuneralServices,38040 MuddyNeckRd.,OceanView,Del., wherefriendsandfamilymaygather after1p.m.Intermentwillbeheld privately.Inlieuofflowers,thefamilysuggestedmemorialcontributions inIsaac’snametotheMillvilleVolunteerFireCompany,35554AtlanticAve.,Millville,DE19967. Condolencesmaybesentonlineby visitingwww.melsonfuneralservices.c om.

EttaMayMoore,89

EttaMayMoore,89,diedMonday,Sept.25,2023.

AviewingwillbeheldFriday, Oct.6,2023,from5to6p.m.at LewisN.WatsonFuneralHome P.A.,inSalisbury,Md. Visitwww.lewisnwatsonfuneralhome.comtooffercondolencesto thefamily.

BettyJaneRogers,86

BettyJaneRogers,86,ofFrankford,Del.,passedawaypeacefully, surroundedbyherlovingfamily,on Monday,Sept.25,2023,atthe DelawareHospiceCenterinMilford,Del.ShewasborninRoxana, Del.,onOct.9,1936,daughterof thelateFrankHarperandthelate Elizabeth(Mitchell)Harper.

RogerswasagraduateofSelbyvilleHighSchoolinSelbyville, Del.Sheworkedforseveralyearsasa cashieratAcmeinMillsboro,Del., priortoherretirement.Shelovedto travel,listentobluegrassmusic,go outtoeatand,moreimportantly, spendingtimewithherfamily.

Inadditiontoherparents,Rogers wasprecededindeathbyhertwo husbands,LewisBuntingin1978, andCharlesRogersin1997;a grandson,RichardBuntingJr.;a granddaughter,AngelBrittingham; andasister,HazelRagniandher partner,JackGray.Sheissurvivedby herthreechildren,RichardBunting andhiswife,Kenzel,ofFrankford, Del.,RonaldBuntingofChambersburg,Pa.,andDenicePowellandher husband,Bruce,ofGeorgetown,Del. Sheisalsosurvivedbyeightgrandchildren,R.J.BuntingofTexas,AshleyLarisofGeorgia,Matthew BuntingofChambersburg,Pa., BethanyHanftofWilliamsport, Md.,NicholasBuntingofChambersburg,Pa.,LukeBuntingofNew

Market,Md.,AnnaKrampetzof Chambersburg,Pa.,andEmileeFellenbaumofGeorgetown,Del.;29 great-grandchildren;andtwogreatgreat-grandchildren.

Afuneralservicewasplannedon Sunday,Oct.1,2023,attheFrankfordChapelofMelsonFuneralServices,43ThatcherSt.,Frankford,Del. IntermentwastofollowatDagsboro RedmenCemeteryinDagsboro,Del. Flowersarewelcome,ordonationsin Rogers’namecanbemadeinher memorytoDelawareHospice,100 PatriotsWay,Milford,DE19963. Condolencesmaybesentonlineby visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

RogerL.SmithSr.,70

RogerL.SmithSr.,70,ofSelbyville,Del.,diedTuesday,Sept.26, 2023,athome.HewasborninSalisbury,Md.,sonofthelateHarryR. SmithSr.andInez(Long)Smith. Hewasaretiredfromworkasa carpenterandworkedfortheSussex CountyBuildingCodeoffice.He alsoattendedTheRiverChurchin Roxana,Del.,andservedintheU.S. ArmyNationalGuard.Heloved campingwithhisspecialfriends CookieandCharlie.

Smithwasprecededindeathbya brother,HarryR.SmithJr.Heis survivedbyhiswife,LeonaL.Smith; threechildren,RogerSmithJr.and hiswife,Amy,ofDagsboro,Del.,and AmyClarkandherhusband,Billy, andJoshuaA.Smith,allofSelbyville;threesisters,HarriettSmith andherhusband,Jeff,andJeanEllen Lyons,allofSelbyville,andAndrea Kasperandherhusband,Dave,of Nixa,Mo.;fourgrandchildren, Megan,Garrett,LoganandKaitlyn; andhislittledogPumpkin.Heis alsosurvivedbymanyniecesand nephews.

Afuneralservicewasplannedon Sept.29,2023,atBishop-Hastings FuneralHome,19S.MainStreetin Selbyville,Del.Inlieuofflowers,donationsinhismemorymaybemade toTheRiverChurch,35175Roxana Road,Frankford,DE19945,or CompassionateCareHospice,20165 OfficeCircle,Suite2,Georgetown, DE19947.Condolencesmaybesent byvisiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.

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October20

BeginningGenealogy101— Joinusat SouthCoastalLibraryat11a.m.foraninformativeone-hourlectureongettingstarted withgenealogythroughresourcesatthe DelawarePublicArchives.Reference Archivists,DanaNiemeyer,andJoeSullivan, fromtheMabelLloydRidgelyResearchRoom attheDelawarePublicArchiveswilldiscuss themostcommonrecordsusedbygenealogists.Theyalsowilltakeadeeperlookinto thoselittle-knownresourcesthatcouldb e helpfulwhenresearchingyourownfamily tree.Free,registrationisappreciatedand availableatwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us.

HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43Kent Avenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

GEMMindfulnessSeries— Learnabout mindfulnessinthisfive-part,Fridayafternoon seriesfromtheUniversityofDelawareCooperativeExtension(Sussex)atSouthCoastal Libraryat2p.m.Theprogramfocuseson stressmanagementtaughtthroughpractical andi nteractivemindfulness-basedactivities tofacilitateexperientiallearning.Participants oftheprogramwilllearnwhatmindfulnessis andhowtointegrateitintodailylife,strength andflexibilityposes,breathingtechniques andotherrelaxationskills.Participants shouldbeabletoattendallfivesessionsif possible.Registrationislimitedandrequired andavailableatwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43Kent Avenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

October21

SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMuseum isopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m.onthethird SaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober. variousrailroadandTownartifactsdating backtotheearliestagriculturaldaysthrough late20thCenturypolicememorabiliaareon display.Themuseumislocatedat6Railroad AvenueinSelbyville.Admissionisfree.For moreinformation,visitthemonlineatselbyville.delaware.gov.

LegoClub— Letyourchild 'simaginationrun wildinSouthCoastal’sLEGOClubat11a.m. LEGOsandthemewillbeprovided.Forages 6-10years.Registrationisencouragedand availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

TrunkorTreat— The3rdAnnualSelbyville TrunkorTreatwilltakeplaceintheparking lotoftheSelbyvillefiredepartmentfrom10 a.m.to2p.m.The rewillbemusicbyDJ BrianK.Hall,jugglingfromCascadingCarlos, achildren’scostumeparadeandcompetition, a50/50raffle,foodandbeverages,andthe DelawareAlcohol&TobaccoEnforcement’s DUItrailer.Formoreinformation,contact LorynRoseat(302)436-8314,ext.120,or emaillhanley@townofselbyville.org.

ChildTraffickingTalk— CrossroadsCommunityChurchinDagsborowillhostaZoeMinistryChild&SexTraffickingpresentation from10a.m.tonoon .Formoreinformation, callBarbarannat(410)596-0137.

Fa llGardenforWildlife— StephenPryce Lea,thedirectorofHorticultureandEducationProgramsatDelawareBotanicGardens, willleadatourofthePietOudolfMeadowat

2p.m.Hewilldiscussgardenmaintenance andfeaturedplantsessentialforproviding wildlifewithfoodsourcesandhabitatsforthe fifthseason.Thecostofthetouris$10for adultnon-members.Children16andyounger areadmittedfreetothe gardenswhenaccompaniedbyanadult.Membersareadmittedfree,andtheclassisfree.Non-members paya$15admission,plusa$10classfee. Reservationsmaybemadeonlineat delawaregardens.org/events.

October22

HarvestDay— TheFriendsofPrinceGeorge’s Chapelwillbecelebratingits31stanniversaryandHarvestDayatthechapel’smuseumat3p.m.Therewillbeaspecial musicalconcertbyJoySlaven’sharpensemble,“ExpressionsofJoy.”A$5donationis requ estedatthedoor,withnodonationrequiredforchildren12andyounger.Donationswillbenefittheupkeepofthehistoric church.Formoreinformation,callVickieat (302)732-3824orJoAnnat(302)8582720.

October23

IntheGenes— TheSouthCoastalGenealogy GroupismeetingatSouthCoastalLibraryat noon.Thiswillbeanopen-groupdiscussion, andtherearenomembershipfees.

BannedBooksCanvasBagCraft— Join SouthCoastalLibraryforafuncraftat10:30 and11: 30a.m.Free,allmaterialsprovided. Registrationbeginsat10:30amonSept.29 athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518(onlineregistrationrecommended.)Youareeligibletoattendthree art/craftclassesperquarter(September

throughNovember2023).Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

October24

GriefShare— TheRiverChurchinRoxanais hostingGriefShareeveryTuesdaythrough Nov.21,2023,from6:30to8:30p.m.This isaweeklyseminarandsupportgroupdesignedtohelppeoplerebuildtheirlivesafter losingalovedone.

Mommy&MeTime— Mommy&Metimeis anewmonthlyprogramattheSouthCoastal Library,heldat10:30a.m.Thiswillbean opportunityforMoms(orDads/Grandparents) toconnectone-on-onewiththeirchildren throughcraftsandactivities.Wearealsoexcitedtopartnerwithlocalcoffeeshopsto providecoffee!Free.Inordertohelpusbetterpre pareforyou,pleaseregisteryourself andyourchildat

https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930.

TaiChiforHealth&Balance— JoinMarianneWalch,MasterTrainerwiththeTaiChi forHealthInstitute,andCo-Directorofthe SilverLotusTrainingInstituteinRehoboth Beach,Delaware,assheoffersa5-weekseriesofgentle,beginner’sTaiChithatfocuses onfallpreven tionandrelievingarthritispain atSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Exercises canbecanbedoneeitherstandingor seated.Eachsessionbuildsonthelast,so participantsshouldbeabletoattendallfive sessions.Free,registeratwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us.HostedbytheSouth

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This luxurious 4 BR, 3.5 BA Shearwater Model features extended garage, stone FP, chef's kitchen, Bose surround sound, & world-class amenities. Close to Indian River Bay and Delaware's resort towns, this coastal beauty is a must-see! $1,295,000 Call the Carrie Lingo Team 302-344-9188 (Cell) #4532VL

4 BR, 3.5 BA in an amenity rich community,

INDEPENDENCE

in 55+ Community of Independence. Wood oors upgraded kitchen with granite counters, 2 walkin closets in Primary Bedroom, screened porch and larger lot. $475,000 Call Ramona Zoccola 302-584-1944 (Cell) #4512TL

GULL POINT

Beautifully renovated 3 BR, 2 BA townhome move-in ready featuring 1,340 SF, sunroom overlooking the pond, vaulted ceiling, skylight, open oor plan, primary suite, new trim, paint, LVP oors, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, and more. $349,900 Call the Carrie Lingo Team 302-344-9188 (Cell) #4682TL

Beautiful 4 BR, 3 BA former model home with over $50,000 in upgrades, HW oors, kitchen w/granite counters, FF primary BR, FR w/vaulted ceiling, security & irrigation systems, professional landscaping, outdoor replace, & located in an amenity rich community. $749,900 Call Shirley Kalvinsky 302-236-4254 (Cell) #4623V

4 BR, 4 BA home situated on a corner lot offering granite counters, FF primary BR, rear deck, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, replace, partially nished walkout basement, and situated in an amenity rich community with an 18-hole Arthur Hills golf course. $510,000 Call Gary Brittingham 302-745-5605 (Cell) #4607QM

Premium condo situated in a gated community with world class amenities and a signature Jack Nicklaus course. This Sanibel model offers 2 bedrooms, a well-thought-out oorplan, and a screened-in porch to enjoy the breezes off the bay! $325,800 Call Melinda Ingram 302-462-6581 (Cell) #4536T

PENINSULA

PLANTATION LAKES

SANDY BEACH

BAY COLONY

just minutes from Fenwick Island! $525,000 Call Camilla Conlon 302-542-9601 (Cell) #4691M

SWANN COVE

Located East of Rte. 1, w/3 blocks to the ocean beaches, this 4 BR, 3 BA home offers (2) rentable units, generating over $60,000 in annual rental income! Rent both units or take advantage of the layout to live in one and rent the other or convert both units into one single family residence! $1,895,000 Call Randy Mason 302-236-1142 (Cell) #4702K

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PAWSforReading— Well-trainedteamsof dogs&ownersprovideasupportiveand funwayforkidstogainconfidencein readingaloudatSouthCoastalLibraryat4 p.m.!Childrenreadfor15minutesand maybringtheirownbookiftheywish. Ages5andolder.Mustcall(302)8585518toregister.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

October25

Women’sBibleStudy— MarinersBethel willhost“WomenoftheBibleWho ChangedtheWorld,”awoman’sBible study,everyWednesdayfromSept.27 throughNov.1.Therearetwotimesone canattend:either10to11:30a.m.or7to 8:30p.m.Allwomenarewelcometoattend.Registrationisat marinersbethel.churchcenter.com/registration/events/1888973orbycalling(302) 539-9510orbystoppingbythechurch.

FallKids’Party— CometoSouthCoastal Libraryat10:30a.m.dressedupi nyour favoritecostume,readytohaveagood time!We'llreadstories,playgames, dance,andhavesomesnacks!Forinfants throughage5,parentsmustaccompany children.Noregistrationrequired.Hosted bytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930(302) 858-5518https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

OPEN HOUSE SAT 10/7, 11-1

palette in which to imagine your next chapter. The detached 2-car garage has heating/air conditioning, loft storage & abundant windows; would make a great office/studio/lounge. Motivated Seller - $499,000

WEDGEFIELD STUNNER

CLOSE TO BETHANY BEACH

1 Sumter Ct, Ocean View

Impeccably maintained 5 BR, 3 BA home on a corner lot boasting an open floor plan with huge kitchen, generous primary suite, sun porch and more. Offered furnished, a tasteful design aesthetic and a strong rental history with proximity to Bethany’s beaches make this gem a must-see property. New Price - $599,900

37154 Mississippi Dr, Frankford

Single level living in this charming manufactured home on .23 acre just a few miles from Bethany Beach! Plantation Park is a community of adorable homes just off Double Bridges Rd, which provides access to downtown Bethany, Ocean View’s shops & restaurants & a straight shot to Bayside golf/Freeman Arts Pavilion. New Price - $199,000

What’saParanormalInvestigation?— JoinFirstStateParanormalInvestigationat SouthCoastalLibraryat5:45p.m.fora spookyprogram.Learnab outhowthey conductaparanormalinvestigation,the historyofparanormalinvestigations, what'srealvs.what'sHollywood,andhear actualclipsofsomeoftheirinvestigations. Free,registrationisappreciatedandavailableatwww.southcoastal.lib.de.us. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

October26

31159

This lovely 3 BR/2 BA Rancher is only a short drive to the beach, yet is off the beaten path in the quaint community ofWest Ocean Farms. Immaculately maintained and offering single level living, this home features solid wood flooring, upgraded carpeting, a neutral palette and the conveniences of a cook's

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guildishostingafreeweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionatSouthCoastalLibrary at10:30a.m.Participants18-plusofall skilllevelswillpracticecreativewritingin afriendlyandnurturingatmosphere.This isfree,andregistrationisappreciatedand availableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.us.

October27

Priced from $449,990, these new construction homes by DRB feature 2-7 bedrooms, 2-4 bathrooms, 2-car garages and many upgrades. Join The Ksebe Price Group this holiday weekend as we host catered open houses on behalf of DRB Homes.

If you are considering making a move in 2023, now is a good time to get started. We can help with advice or direction on how to move forward. Call us and we can discuss your options. –Shirley

HalloweenQuillingCraft— JoinPatat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.fora spooky-themedbeginner’squillingclass! Quillingismakingdesignsbycoilingthin stripsofpaper.Free,allmaterialsareprovided.Registrationbeginsat10: 15a.m.on Oct.9,andisavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)8585518(onlineregistrationrecommended). Youareeligibletoattendthreeart/craft classesperquarter.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

Celtic&ClassicsConcert— JointheWil-

30019 Chase Oaks Rd, Lewes, DE

W. Ocean Dr, Dagsboro

lowTreeQuartetforafreeconcertatSouth CoastalLibraryat3p.m.!Thegroupwillbe performingbothclassicalmusicandafew Celtictunesonstringedinstruments.Free, registrationappreciatedatwww.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)8585518.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

October27-29

DBGandSeaWitch— TheDelaware BotanicGarden’scollaborationwiththe SeaWitchFestivalwillofferfamily-friend fun attheGardens.Children16and youngerareadmittedfreewhenaccompaniedbyanadult.Membersareadmitted free.Non-memberspaya$15admission fee.Reservationscanbemadeat delawaregardens.org/events.Walk-insare welcome.

October28

EngineerEarlySTEMKits— TheSouth CoastalLibraryisproudtoofferGrab& GoSTEMKitsforchildrenandtweens courtesyofEngineerEarly.Featuringa uniquethemeeachmonth,October’skit focusesoncartography.Learnaboutcartography,thescienceofdrawingmaps. Practicereadingandinterpretingmaps andbecomemoreawareoftheworld aroundusthroughtheuseofmaps.Kits areavailableforpick-upatthecirculationdeskwhilesupplieslast.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us302-8585518

October30

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora freeone-hourgentleyogaflowclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m.Ideal forbeginners,seniors,andanyonelookingforaslowerflowpractice.Wewill

learnbreathingtechniques,postures, andexercisestopromoteflexibilityand strength,balance,andrelaxation.Please bringayogamatortowelfromhome. Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inchdeepfoamyogablocks.Ifyouareunable togetontotheflooreasily,donotworry, wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptions forall!Registrationopensat10 a.m.on Oct.9andisavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)8585518.(Onlineregistration recommended!)Walk-insonlyacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

Coloring&CrosswordsClub— Theclub isopentoalladultsfor90minutes,and meetsonthefourthMondayofthemonth atSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m..Relax, color,socializewithothercommunity members,completecrosswo rds,wordfinds,andpuzzles.Therewillalsobea differentmoviestreaminginthemeeting roomtowatchorlistento.Lightrefreshmentsmaybeprovidedatsomemeetings.Free,registrationisgreatly

appreciatedandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)858-5518.Walk-insaccepted ifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

October31

GriefShare— TheRiverChurchinRoxana ishostingGriefShareeveryTuesday throughNov.21,2023,from6:30to 8:30p.m.Thisisaweeklyseminarand supportgroupdesignedtohelppeople rebuildtheirlivesafterlosingaloved one.

TaiChiforHealth&Balance— Join MarianneWalch,MasterTrainerwiththe TaiChiforHealthInstitute,andCo-DirectoroftheSilverLotusTrainingInstituteinRehobothBeach,Delaware,as sheoffersa5-weekseriesofgentle,beginner’sTaiChithatfocusesonfallpreventionandrelievin garthritispainat SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Exercises

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ST. MARTIN’S IN THE FIELD EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Sunday

coffee hour after the service

TEMPLE BAT YAM

A Reform Jewish Congregation TempleBatYam-oc.org

Main Street, at the foot of Thatcher Street in Frankford Nearly New Thift Shop Fri., 9-5 & Sat., 9-1 10

am Sunday Worship in-person

of Christ) SUNDAY SERVICE

CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples

2 Sunday Services 9 & 10:30 a.m. Roxana Volunteer Fire Co.

Fr. Herman Acker, Pastor 33384 Mackenzie Way - Lewes, 19958 OrthodoxDelmar.org 302.645.5791

55 West Ave., Ocean View

In-Person

LIVE broadcast on: CCOVDE.org

Wednesday 6:30 pm Facebook Live Bible Study HighTideChurch.org

302.732.3303

Preacher Ethan Magee • 302.539.7468• CCOVDE.org

CC Delaware Coast A Calvary Chapel Fellowship

Sunday Worship Wednesdays 10 am 7 pm

Spirit-Filled, Verse by Verse Teaching 48 N. Main Street, Selbyville or join us on Facebook - click link on ccdelcoast.church

For more

HispanicParentEngagementSummitnears

Hispanicparentsandeducational leadersfromacrossSussexCountywill cometogetherforaHispanicParent EngagementSummitonOct.7,sponsoredbyLaEsperanza’sLaColectiva initiative.

Educationalsessionsofferedinboth SpanishandEnglishwillshowcasehow tohelpchildrenatschoolandthen buildbridgestoparentstakingonadvocacyandleadershiprolesinschoolsand parentorganizations.

TheSummitwilltakeplaceSaturday, Oct. 7,from9a.m.to1:30p.m.at DelawareTechnicalCommunityCollege’sOwensCampusinGeorgetown. Registeratbit.ly/cumbre-padres.

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canbecanbedoneeitherstandingor seated.Eachsessionbuildsonthelast, soparticipantsshouldbeabletoattend allfivesessions.Free,registerat www.southcoastal.lib.de.us.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

November1

Women’sBibleStudy— MarinersBethel

agowithresearchfromanArsht-Cannon Fellowtoidentifybestpracticestohelp Hispanicparentsconnectwithschools, saidLaEsperanzaExecutiveDirectorJen Fuqua.Theorganizationhasalsobeen involvedinaworkinggroupwithparents, educatorsandadvocates.

“Wewant tohelpparentsunderstand howtheycanbeinvolved,engagedand lead—andgivethemthetoolsand knowledgetohelptheirchildrensucceed,”Fuquasaid.“Parentsshouldhave avoicethatcangobeyondtheSummit andsharetheselessons.”

TheSummitwillfeatureplenary speakerMariaMatos,CEOofWilmington’sLatinAmericanCommunity Center,aswellasworkshopsonparentingandlearningathome,communica-

willhost“WomenoftheBibleWho ChangedtheWorld,”awoman’sBible study,everyWednesdayfromSept.27 throughNov.1.Therearetwotimesone canattend:either10to11:30a.m.or7to 8:30p.m.Allwomenarewelcometoattend.Registrationisat marinersbethel.churchcenter.com/registration/events/1888973orbycalling(302) 539-9510orbystoppingbythechurch.

November2

NotableBooks— CoastalGeorgetown AAUWALANotableBooksClubmeetsat

tionanddecision-making,andvolunteeringandcollaborating.

AparentpanelmoderatedbyJavier Torrijos,formerchairoftheDelaware HispanicCommission,willgatherinsightsfromparentsonchallengesor barriersthatparentsface,strategiesto talkwithchildrenabouttheirschoolexperience,andresourcesneededto strengthenparentparticipation.

“Ourgoalistobringparentstogetherinaunifiedwaytosupporttheir children.Thecontinuumofparentengagementbeginswithunderstanding what youcandotohelpyourchild,” saidAlinaFerrer,LaEsperanzaboard president.“Itcontinuestounderstandingandactinguponsomeofthebigger issuesrelatedtosupportingmultilingual

theLeweslibraryfrom10a.m.tonoon. TheywillbediscussingTaliaLakshmiKolluri’s“WhatWeFedtotheManticore.”

November5

Craft&VendorShow— TheEstuaryis hostingaCraft&VendorShow/FoodDrive from1to4p.m.Theaddressoftheevent is30194IslanderBeachRd.,Frankford. Admissionisfree,withanon-perishable fooditem.ThissupportstheSt.Vincentde PaulSociety’sFoodPantryatOurLadyof GuadalupeChurch.

learners—havinginputonthedecisionsmadeinourschools.”

Alightbreakfast,lunch,coffeeand raffleswillbeoffered.Aresourcefair featuringorganizationsthatworkwith Hispanicfamilieswillconcludethe event.Groupsinterestedinparticipating shouldcontactLaEsperanzaat(302) 854-9262.

LaColectivadeDelawareisaninitiativeofLaEsperanza,theonlybiculturalandbilingualmulti-service nonprofitagencyinSussexCountythat providesfreeservicesinfamilydevelopment,immigration,victimservicesand educationforHispanicadults,children andfamilies.LaColectivaissponsored bytheArsht-CannonFundatthe DelawareCommunityFoundation.

November6

NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’sSeashore ChapterofTheAmericanNeedlepoint GuildmeetsonthefirstMondayofthe monthfrom10a.m.to2p.m.atthe LewesPublicLibrary.Bringingaboxlunch isencoura ged.Newmembersarealways welcome.Fordetails,sendanemailtothe chapterat delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.or g.

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Live from the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nev., it’s Monday Night Football. Coverage airs as a game is played between Wisconsin’s Green Bay Packers and the Las Vegas Raiders. The Packers arrive following a game against the Detroit Lions. Son of a Critch (3) CW 8 p.m.

Mark (Benjamin Evan Ainsworth) is hurt to learn Fox (Sophia Powers) has been spending time with Ritchie (Mark Ezekiel Rivera) in this season finale. Then, with the future of his job in doubt, Mike Sr. (Mark Critch) learns how to DJ at the school dance.

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NHL Hockey (28) ESPN 8 p.m.

The last time the Chicago Blackhawks traveled to PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh to take on the Pittsburgh Penguins, Chicago earned a 5-2 victory. In this regular season opener, keep an eye on the Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard, who’s the face of the franchise.

Frontline (12) WCPB 9 p.m.

That certainly escalated quickly. This insightful documentary examines Elon Musk’s bizarre journey from one of Twitter’s most provocative users to its sole proprietor, looking at the acquisition, its problems, free speech, and (now X’s) uncertain future.

Press Your Luck

(7) WMDT 10 p.m.

Host Elizabeth Banks welcomes three contestants who compete against one another in this game of wits to earn spins on the Big Board. Then, they can use their spins to win cash and prizes while trying to avoid the dreaded Whammy! in this season premiere.

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The Real Housewives of Orange County (61) BRAV 8 p.m.

It’s deja vu all over again with Vicki Gunvalson, Shannon Beador and Tamra Judge back as the Tres Amigas. But even when they try to find peace, things sometimes fall to pieces in Orange County.

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Secrets of the Dead (12) WCPB 10 p.m.

With 20 seasons worth of mysteries explored, this documentary series airs a brand-new episode, this time diving into sunken treasures as a survey flight over Turkey’s Lake Iznik unexpectedly reveals the preserved remains of a fourth-century basilica.

THURSDAY

The Golden Bachelor (7) WMDT 8 p.m.

There is no time like the present — especially for 72-year-old widower Gerry Turner. In this all-new “Bachelor” spin-off series, one hopeful, single senior hopes to let love back into his life, meeting age-appropriate women who might be his perfect match.

Buddy Games

(6) WBOC 9 p.m.

During this brand-new reality game show, six teams of four friends come together to relive their glory days and compete in an assortment of absurd physical and mental challenges in the outdoors — all while bunking together in the same lake house.

House of Villains

(61) BRAV 10 p.m.

Ten of reality television’s most iconic and infamous villains come together and must outsmart, out-manipulate and out-scheme each other through a series of challenges to become America’s Ultimate Supervillain.

DelmarwinsbattleoftrenchestohandIndiansfirstlossofseason

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Thetrenchesarefootball’smost criticalbattlefield.

Theteamthatwinsinthe trenches—moreoftenthannot— winsthegame.

That’sexactlywhatDelmardid lastFridaynight,Sept.29.

TheWildcats’quickandburlyoffensivelinemencreatedtheholes.

Andtheirfleet-footedrunning backsracedthroughthosegaping openingsfor391rushingyardsanda 35-14victoryoverhostIndianRiver HighSchool.

TheIndiansfellto3-1overallon theseason,althoughthingshad lookedpromisingduringthefirst20 minutesofplay,whenthehometeam controlledthetrenches.

“Delmarstucktowhattheydo, whichisgroundandpound,”saidIndianRiverheadfootballcoachPhil Townsend,whosedefenseentered thegamehavingyielded28pointsin itsfirstthreegames.“Andafterthe firstquarter,ourtacklingdeclined andtheyranthrougharmtackles. Delmarisbigandphysical,andthey arehardtomaintain.Whileourdefensedidplaytoughattimes,they gaveupbigplays,too.”

Leading7-0midwaythroughthe secondquarter,theIndiansforced theWildcatstobeginanoffensive seriesontheirown1-yardline.JuniorquarterbackNathanVanZandt masterfullyguidedhiswell-oiledoffense99yardsintotheendzone. JuniorrunningbackKweliJonesculminatedthemarchbyracing25 yardsforthetouchdown,andVan Zandtbootedtheextrapointwith 1:40remainingtocreatea7-7halftimedeadlock.

Delmar(3-2overall)addedapair oftouchdownstotakea21-7leadin thethirdquarter.Seniorrunning backJohnCarterPowellburstinto theendzonefora4-yardTDbefore juniorConnorNicholsexplodedfor an80-yardhighlightreel-worthy scoringgallopwith2:41leftinthe period.

Indians’seniordefensiveback RashadHopkinssingle-handedly broughthisteambackintothegame earlyinthefourthquarterwhenhe

SepcialtotheCoastalPoint•ButchComegys IndianRiverreceiverDarnellStokes(3)makesaleapingcatch,toweringoverDelmardefensivebackKhalidSchoolfield,onhis wayforatouchdownduringthefirsthalfonFriday,Sept.29.Delmarwonthegame35-14.

strippedarivalrunningbackofthe pigskinandraced38yardsintothe endzonetocutthedeficitto21-14.

“Ourteamnevergaveupand foughttotheend,”saidTownsend.

“Heartissomethingthatcannotbe coached,andtherearealotofguys

onthisteamwithheart.Rashadalwaysleavesitalloutonthefield.He nevergivesupandgivesuseverythinghehasinthetank.”

TheWildcatsregainedtheirtwotouchdownlead,28-14,ona3-yard scoringrunbyseniorrunningback

BrandonTurnerwitheightminutes remaining.Delmarseniordefensive backAshtonBaineaddedanexclamationpointwitha40-yardinterceptionreturnandTDonaDylan

Indiansgirls’volleyballcontinuesup-and-downseason IRHSSportsReport

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

Their2023campaignhasbeenonefilledwith mixedresults,andupsanddowns.TheIndianRiver HighSchoolgirls’volleyballteamistakingitallin stride,andcontinuestoworkhardinthehopesof landingapostseasonberthattheendoftheyear.

Witharosterfeaturingjustfourseniors—MadelineBattaglia,TaylorConaway,AlisaTyreandJade Wilkins—amongstthe14playersoverall,theIndiansarehopingthatsomeoftheirearly-seasonstruggles willhelpthemdowntheroadwithmoresuccess. Afteranimpressive3-0winoverLaurellastThursday,Sept.28,theIndiansreturnedhome,onlytofall toaverytoughSussexAcademysquad,3-0,onTuesday,Oct.3.ThethreesetswerewonbytheSeahawks byscoresof25-22,25-23and25-22.

AgainstLaurel,however,theIndianscruisedwith thestraight-setscoresof25-11,25-8and25-19.

Sittingat3-5overallasofCoastalPointpresstime onWednesdayafternoonthisweek,theIndiansstill havesevenmatcheslefttoplay.Anotherhomematch

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SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•ButchComegys IndianRiver’s#832BrynnCrandellisoffandrunning duringthestartofthegirlscrosscountryquadmeet onWednesday,Sept.27.

Junior/Boys’ Soccer

The junior forward scored twice during the Indians’ two most recent victories. Deny scored on a free kick during the final minutes of sudden death overtime to give Indian River a 1-0 triumph over host and Henlopen Conference Southern Division rival Laurel on Thursday, September 21. Deny would not be denied in IR’s next game at Archmere Academy, either. The talented forward scored the first goal of the match in a 3-2 overtime triumph on Friday, September 29 that kept IRHS undefeated at 4-0-1. For the season, Deny has scored four goals and dealt one assist for 9 points.

Photo Courtesy of IR Athletics

thisSaturday,Oct.7,againstSt. GeorgesTech(6-2)beginsat12:15p.m. TheIndianswillthenhostDover(8-2) onTuesday,Oct.10.Theywillneedto winfiveofthosesevenmatchestofinish above.500andhaveashotatthe DIAAstateplayoffs.

Theremainderoftheirschedulesees themplayWoodbridge(3-5)onThursday,Oct.12,EarlyCollegeHighSchool (1-5-1)onMonday,Oct.16,Sussex Central(6-2)onThursday,Oct.19, Seaford(0-7)onTuesday,Oct.24,and LakeForest(4-3)onThursday,Oct.26.

Cross-country Crandell,Indianstakefourof fiveinbigSouthDivisionmeet

SeniorBrynnCrandellhadthefastest timeoftheday,withan18:43,toleadthe IndianRiverHighSchoolgirls’crosscountryteamtofivewinsinaseven-team meetofHenlopenAthleticConference SouthDivisionrivalsonWednesday,Sept. 27.

TheIndiansdefeatedDelmar(17-38), Seaford(15-50),Laurel(16-39),Woodbridge(15-50)andLakeForest(22-33)on theday.Theirlonesetbackcameagainst SussexAcademy,bythescoreof20-43. TheSeahawkstookthenextsevenspotsin

theracefollowingCrandell,ledbyPaige Ballinger(18:49),LilyBowe(21:30), MakennaBlades(22:39)andPeyton Stanislav(23:05)toroundouttheTop5.

IR’sHeatherSmythturnedinatimeof 24:28,whileLeilaHernandezSandoval crossedat25:10.IssabellaMackinnon helpedthecauseagainstLakewithher timeof25:51,withLilahHanleyfinishing thecoursein26:44.

Theboyswent4-2inthesixmeets

combined,withwinsoverWoodbridge (15-50),Delmar(17-38),Laurel(21-40) andSeaford(15-50).AlexArnoldledthe Indianswithatimeof19:37forthemeets. HewasfollowedbyAidanMagee(19:42) andGavinHarrell(20:02).

OnSaturday,Sept.30,Crandelldusted thecompetitionintheSalesianumInvitational,a21-teameventatBrandywine CreekStatePark.Sheturnedinatimeof 18:33,whichwasmorethan2minutes

fasterthanthesecond-placerunner— NieveKeitelfromGermantownAcademy inPennsylvania.Crandell’stimewasalso thefastesttimeofthedayoverallforthe girlsineitherrace,bestingMiddletown’s IsabelleWalsh’s19:56.

Intheboys’races,AidenMageeand CadeDonnellybothfinishedinsidethe Top100attheSalesianumInvitational. Mageepostedatimeof21:19,whileDonnellycrossedthefinishlineat21:27.

A proud “Beebe Baby” (and Worcester Preparatory School alumnus), Dr. Royal is a University of Delaware graduate who earned her medical degree at Thomas Je erson University. She also served as Chief Resident while completing the ChristianaCare Family Medicine Residency Program.

Dr. Royal focuses on the treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, as well as preventive care. She is also committed to helping women in our community improve their overall health and wellness throughout their lifetimes.

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•ButchComegys

IndianRiver’s#815AlexanderArnoldhadthebestfinishfortheboysteamduringthequadmeet.

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•ButchComegys IndianRiverreceiver#3DarnellStokes dashespastDelmardefensiveendAshtonBaineonhiswayforatouchdown.

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GrisepassattempttosealDelmar’s eighthstraightvictoryovertheIndians.

GrisehadgiventheIndianstheir onlyleadofthenight,7-0,witha 60-yardTDpasstosophomorewide receiverDarnellStokesmidway throughthefirstquarter.Stokes grabbedtheaerialinfrontofadefensivebackbeforebreakingthe tackleandracingintotheendzone.

Grisecompletedfiveof13pass attemptsfor89yards,whileStokes finishedthenightwithtwocatches for71yards.Sophomorerunning backDavonHandywasIR’sleading rusher,with56yardson10touches, whilejuniorJayvionChandlerwas heldto35yardsonninecarries.The Indianswerelimitedto169total yards,including70ontheground. Defensively,seniorlinebacker CollinKingledtheGreen&Gold with11tackles,whileHopkinsand juniorKyreeKnightaddedsixstops each.SeniorsTizJuanJuradoand AustinGrisechippedinwithfive tacklesapiece.

“Iamhopingthatourplayerswill putthisgamebehindusandprepare fornextweek,”saidTownsend.“This gameallowsustostepbackandreflectonourplayasindividualsandas awhole.Iamhopingtheygrowfrom thisandarereadytogettowork.We nowneedtofocusontheremainder ofourschedule,whichareallClass 1A,District2games.Ibelievethe guysareupforthechallenge,andthe restofthescheduleshouldbeexciting.”

NextupfortheIndians

IndianRiverresumesdistrictplay witha1-0record.Theytravelto Seafordfora7p.m.openingkickoff onFridaynight,Oct.6.TheIndians defeatedthehostBlueJayslastyear, 21-20,andhavedefeatedSeaford eachofthelastfiveseasons.Seaford lastdefeatedIndianRiverin2017by ascoreof32-20.

IRsoftballalumRileyinductedintoSwarthmoreHallofFame

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Thefondmemoriesbringabrightsmile toherlips.Theflashbacksfrommorethan 15yearsagoplaycontinuouslyinher mind’seye.Theywarmherheart.

Andsometimes,IndianRiverHigh SchoolClassof2006alumnaandsoftball stalwartKathrynRileyhastoblinkback tearsofjoyassherecallsherhighschool academicandathleticcareers.

“Ihadthebesttimeinhighschool,”said Riley.“Ifeltlikewehadareallygreatcommunity.Therewasalotofcamaraderieand prideamongthestudents,teachersand staff.Ourpeers,ourparentsandeveryone whoworkedatIRHSsupportedusin everythingwedid.

“Therewerepackedfootballstadiums andgymnasiumsthatcheeredonourathleticteamsandsupportedconcerts,”added Riley,aresidentofDagsboroduringher highschooldays.“Therewerepackedsidewalksatholidayparadestocheeronthe marchingband,packedauditoriumsforall ofourconcerts,andpackedrestaurantsfor

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KathrynRileywillbeinductedinto SwarthmoreCollege’sHallofFameon Friday,Oct.6,forheroutstandingperformancesonthesoftballfield.

allofthepancakebreakfastsandspaghetti dinnersthatvariousgroupshosted.Itreally wasaspecialtimeatIndianRiverHigh School.”

RileyalsofondlyrecallssomeofherfavoriteteachersatIR.

“KimHenryreallyinspiredmyloveof chemistry,andJudyDixon’sgrammarlessonsarepermanentlyetchedinmymemory—inagoodway—asIrecallthem frequentlywhenIamwritingatwork,”she said.“AndTomEastermadelearning Spanishthemostfun.”

Oneofthebestto emergefromIRHS

Rileyisoneofthemosttalentedandaccomplishedgirls’softballstudent-athletes evertograduatefromIndianRiverHigh School.The5-foot-6right-handedpitcher andleft-handedhitterledthe2006Indians tovictoriesinallbuttwogames,while reachingtheDIAAstatesemifinals.

“Whatstandsoutinmymindishow dominantourteamwasmysenioryear,” sherecalled.“Weonlylosttworegular-seasongames.Itwasprettymagical,andwe hadthebesttime!Myfellowseniors,Sara Powell”—nowtheIRHSgirls’softball headcoach—“ShaunaPompeyJacobs, KaylaWarringtonBollingerandJen[Tyre]

Whitejoinedthevarsityasfreshman, whichpushedustogrowfasterthanwe probablywouldhaveotherwise.Itinspired ustoworkandbeoneofthebestteamsin thestate.

“Weworkedextremelyhardtoget there,”addedRiley,whoalsowasagirls’ fieldhockeystartinggoalieforthreeyears atIRHS.“Irememberthatwedidoff-seasonconditioningworkouts,andhittingand pitchingrepsmanytimesaweekonour own.Ourcoaches,MarkBrowne,Guy Warrington,EldredCressandAndyLyons, puttogethermasterfulpracticesthatwere onacollegiatelevel.Wehad100percent focusandgave100percenteffortinthose practices.Itwassorewardingtoseeitall cometogether.”

Rileyrecalledhowthecombinationof passionanddrivehelpedhertobecomea dominantperformer.

“Whenyouhavepassionandbecomea studentofthegame,yougrowtoloveand appreciatethehard,frustratingandeven boringthings,”sheinsisted.“Andwhenyou havedrive,thenyou’rewillingtoputinthe worktoimprove.Somepeoplefinditboring,butIreallylovedhittingoffatee. Workingonthemechanicsofmyswing mademeabetterhitter,soIreallydevelopedaloveforit.Idevelopedaneight-drill workout,andIwoulddoeachonefor25 swings.Thatwasthreetofourteeworkouts

teampractices.”

Acollegiatestandouton thefieldandintheclassroom

AftermakinghermarkintheIRHS classroomandonitsathleticfields,Riley transitionedquicklytothedemandsonand offthefieldatSwarthmoreCollege.The schoolislocated11milessouthwestof PhiladelphiaintheboroughofSwarthmore.Theirteam,theGarnet,isanNCAA DivisionIIImemberthatcompetesinthe CentennialConference.

Asaresultofherachievements,Riley willbeinductedintotheSwarthmoreCollegeAthleticsHallofFameonFriday evening,Oct.6.

Sheisregardedasoneofthemosttalentedsoftballplayersintheschool’s women’ssoftballprogram’shistory.AtwotimeNationalFastpitchCoachesAssociationAll-Regionselection,theoutstanding athleteimpressedinthebatter’sboxandin thepitcher’scirclebysettingacombined nineactiveprogramrecords,forhits,home runs,wins,strikeouts,earnedrunaverage, starts,completegames,inningspitchedand no-hitters.

Duringherfour-yearcollegecareer, Rileybatted.383,with166hits,ninehome runsand93runsbattedin.

Shealsousedherpitchingrepertoire— includingherfastestpitch,a64mphscrewball—towin53gamesinthepitcher’scircle,with557strikeoutsanda1.89ERAin

83starts.Shewasafour-timeAll-Centennialfirst-teamselectionandwasnamedto theCentennialConferenceSilverAnniversaryTeam.

Rileyrecalledthefinalgamesofhercollegiateplayingcareer,in2010,whenshe helpedtheGarnetwintheCentennial Conferencesemifinalgame.Afteradvancingtoitsfirst-everconferencechampionshipshowdown,theyweredefeatedby DickinsonCollege,3-1.

“Thesemifinalgamewasparticularly memorable,becausewebeatourbiggest rivalintheconference,UrsinusCollege,” sheremembered.“Wewere0-10against Ursinuspriortothatgame,withalmostall ofthelossesbyjustonerun.Wefinallybeat theminthesemi-finalsmysenioryear,bya 1-0score.”

Rileyalsojoyfullyrecalledamorerecent achievementbytheGarnet’ssoftballsquad. Asanassistantcoachin2023,shehelped leadtheteamtothefirstconferencechampionshipinschoolhistorybysweepingfour games.May2-7,theydefeatedGettysburg College,11-2,andUrsinus3-0and4-2, sandwichedarounda3-1triumphover WashingtonCollegeofMaryland.

Then,atthesoftballteam’sfirst-everappearanceattheNCAAEastRegional Tournament,May18-20,theGarnetdefeatedNo.10-rankedRandolph-Macon College,3-2,andoutscoredRamapoCollege,5-2,onMay18and19,respectively.

ButRMCwonthenexttwogames,4-0 and3-0onMay20,toeliminateSwarthmoreCollegefromtheeastregionaland

advancetothesuper-regionalround.The Garnetfinishedthe2023seasonwithan impressive26-18record.

Honoredtobeinductedinto SwarthmoreCollegeHOF

AssheawaitedtheSwarthmoreCollege AthleticsHallofFameinductiondinner thisweek,Rileysaidshewasextremely honored.

“Iworkedreallyhardincollegetobethe bestsoftballplayerIcouldbe,”shesaid.“I wantedtofinallywintheteamchampionshipthathadeludedmeearlierinmycareer—theLittleLeagueWorldSeriestitle thesummerof2005andtheDIAAstate titlemysenioryearof2006.IknewifI couldreachmymaximumpotentialasa pitcherandhitter,Icouldputmyteamin thebestpossiblepositiontowinatitle.It’s incrediblyrewardingtoseethathardwork recognizedinthisincrediblehonor.”

InadditiontoassistingtheGarnet’s women’ssoftballteam,Rileyalsoservesthe SwarthmoreCollegecommunityasanassistantprofessorintheschool’schemistry department.Sheteacheschemistryand conductsresearchwithundergraduateresearchassistants.

“It’sadynamicjobthatpresentsnew challengesandopportunitieseachsemester, andIabsolutelyloveit,”sheenthused.“It’s excitingtoseestudentsbegindevelopingan interestinchemistry,andit’srewardingto

IRgirls’fieldhockeyputtingallofthepiecestogether

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Thewinningspirithasreturned.So havethebrightsmilesofsuccessand achievement.

Afterpostingadismal11-19aggregatewon-lostrecordduringthelasttwo autumns,theIndianRiverHighSchool girls’fieldhockeycontingenthasrediscoveredthethrillofvictory.

TheGreen&Goldhavemovedtowardmidseasonwithanimpressive5-2-0 recordafterdominatingvisitingHenlopenConferenceSouthernDivisionrival Laurel,8-0,onThursday,Sept.28,despitelosingatSussexAcademy,2-0.

SophomoremidfielderBaylie Williamsonscoredfourgoalsanddealt

twoassists,whileseniormidfielderMacy BladesandsophomoreReeceForreyeach addedagoalandahelperagainstthe Bulldogs.

JuniorgoalkeeperJazminMayfield recordedherthirdstraightshutoutand fourthoftheseason.

“OurwinatLaurelwasatrueteam victory,”saidIRgirls’fieldhockeyhead coachTorrieHuk.“Ourwholeteamwas abletostickwiththegameplanand maintaintheintensity fortheentire60 minutes.”

HukcomplimentedBladesasacrucial keytotheIndians’attack“becauseshe makestherunstogettheballandis craftyinthecirclebyearningmanycornercalls.AndsophomoreforwardKacie Kirschnerhadanoutstandingweekat

practice,finishingplaysintheattacking circle,”saidHuk,whoisinherfirstyear asheadcoach.“Shewasabletorollthat intoherperformanceagainstLaurel.She hadanassistinthecircleandcreated manycorneropportunities.”

Freshmanforward-midfielderMaggie Barealsohasgainedsomesignificant minutes,saidthecoach.

“Shehasbeenconsistentandisagreat distributorinthemidfieldarea,”said Huk.“AndjuniordefenderThianThanh Barendshasbeenversatileinherpositioningonthefield.Shehassteppedup biginthedefensivesideofthegame alongwithseniormidfieldersKylieHarrisandGraceRobinsonandfreshman midfielderTaliaScerra.They’veallplayed primaryrolesinourfourshutoutsthis

seasonandhavesupportedJazminin goal.”

Hukproclaimedthattheteamisputtingallofthepiecestogetherineacharea ofthefield.

“Atthispointinourseason,we’re startingtoseetheflowofthegamecome naturallytomanyplayers,”shesaid. “Everyoneputstheworkinatpractice, defensivelyandoffensively.Andourversatilityenablesustomakechanges smoothlyduringgameplay.

“Iamverypleasedwiththisteam,becausethey’reworkinghardandtheirsuccessshows,”addedHuk.“Ourplayersare focusedontakingeachgameoneata time,andputtingtheirbesteffortsinto thatday’sgamebeforetheymoveonto thenextcontest.”

seemyresearchstudentsmakeprogresson theirprojects.”

Givingthankstosomany

Rileyisquicktothankmanypeoplewho haveplayedkeyrolesinherjourney.

“Ithankmymotherandfather,Lonnie andLouisRiley,respectively,fortheirinvestmentoftimeandfamilyresourcestohelpme

succeedinschoolandinsoftball,”shesaid.“I amalsoforeverthankfultomyhighschool andtravelballcoaches—KennyLingo,Chris Workman,TracyTyre,JohnTravisandJohn Ward—aswellasmypitchingcoach,Paul Tewey.

“MySwarthmoreCollegecoaches— ReneeClarke,PattiShields,JeanetteMiddlesteadandJenMoore—mademeintoa playerworthyofbeingnamedtotheHallof Fame,”sheadded.“Inparticular,mypitching coach,Jeanette,reallyhelpeddevelopmy mentalgame,andshetaughtmeakilleroffspeeddropballthatreallyhelpedmegivebat-

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Dr.Salgadocompletedhispediatrics residencyattheChildren’sHospitalof Philadelphia,a erattending UniversityofMarylandSchoolof Medicine,inBaltimore.

Dr.Salgadoisfrom Quito,Ecuador andisfluentinboth Englishand Spanish.Heisexcitedtobe relocatingtotheEasternShore withhiswife,who wasbornand raisedinBerlin,MD.

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tersadifferentlookbymyjuniorandsenior years.Mycoachesandnowlifelongfriends, PattiandJeanette,helpedmenotonlydevelopasasoftballplayer,butalsoasaperson, andcontinuetohaveabigimpactinmylife.”

Rileyalsothankedhermanyteammates throughtheyearsformakingherabetter softballplayer.

“Softballhasgivenmesomanywonderful, lastingmemoriesandfriendshipswithsome ofthebesthumanbeingsI’veeverknown,” shesaidenthusiastically.“Wecanpickupa conversationasifnotimehaspassed.The sharedexperienceofgoingtobattletogether

onthefieldformsalastingconnection.”

ThatconnectionhasenabledRileyto “formagreatcommunityinthePhiladelphia area,whereIplayslowpitchsoftballseveral nightsaweekinthePhiladelphiaAdult LeagueSoftball,”

(https://www.phillypals.com/).“Through PALS,IalsorecentlybecameaboardmemberofChangeUpSports,”letschangeupsports.org,shesaid.“Thisisanonprofit organizationthataimstopositivelyimpact youngpeople’slivesthroughbaseballandsoftball.Softballhastrulyenrichedmylife!”

Cruz-Bonilla,Chester beginneweraof soccergoal-scoring

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

TheJordanIllianerahaspassedintothe IndianRiverHighSchoolrecordannals. Thesuperstarforwardandtheschool’snew careergoal-scoringleader,with65,now playssoccerforNCAADivisionIUniversityofSouthCarolina.Asaresult,anew agehasdawnedfortheIndians’boys’soccer program.

“Obviously,Jordanisamassivelossto theteamasanattackingthreatandwithhis leadership,”saidIRHSsoccerheadcoach BrandtMais.“Fortunately,juniorsLeo ChesterandDenyCruz-Bonillabothhave steppeduptofillJordan’svoidbyscoring fourgoalseachinourfirstfivegames.Each playerisdangerousonthedribbleandhasa naturalabilitytoputtheballinthenet.”

Thegoal-scoringexploitsofChester andCruz-BonillahaveenabledtheGreen &Goldtoopentheseasonwitharecordof 4-1-1,includingtheir3-2losstoSussex AcademyonTuesday,Oct.3.

ChesterandCruz-Bonillaeachhave scoredfourgoals,whileemergingjunior talentRaulLabariushasapairoftallies.

Cruz-Bonilla,inparticular,hasachieved folkherostatuswithadramaticgoal—the onlyoneofthematch—attheconclusion ofthesecondsudden-deathovertimeperiodatHenlopenConferenceSouthern DivisionrivalLaurelonThursday,Sept.21.

Nottobeoutdone,Chesterhittheback ofthenetafterapassfromteammate Labariasattheendofthefirstovertimeperiod,topullouta3-2overtimevictoryat ArchmereAcademylastFriday,Sept.28.

“Thisgameshouldhavebeenmanaged

TaylorGibbshasbeennamedthenew athleticdirectoratSussexAcademy.Gibbs hasbeenwithSussexAcademyasa teacherandwomen’slacrossecoachforthe pastfiveyears.Forthepastmonth,shehas alsoservedastheinterimathleticdirector andhasnowofficiallytransitionedintothe role.

Gibbs,formerlyTaylorGooch,was bornandraisedinSussexCounty.Sheisa CapeHenlopenalumna,whereshewasan All-StateandAll-Americanawardrecipientandafour-timestatechampionfor theirgirls’lacrosseteam.Shewentonto attendTempleUniversity,whereshe playedDivisionIwomen’slacrossewhile earningherbachelor’sdegreeinkinesiology.

Upongraduating,Gibbsthenjoined theSussexAcademyfamilyasagirls’ lacrossecoachandteacher.Sheiscurrently pursuinghermaster’sdegreeinadminis-

betterbyourteam,”saidMaisafterArchmerescoredwithtwominutesleftinregulationtosendthematchintoovertime.

“Wecannotallowouropponenttogetthe opportunitytoscorelikethat.Itwaswonderfultogoup2-1onagoalbyRaulwith onlyeightminutesleftinthegame,butit wasdisappointingthatweweren’tableto closeitoutatthatpoint.

“Iampleasedwiththeresilienceandresponsefromthegrouptokeepcharging forwardinovertimetogettheeventual gamewinner,”Maisadded.“Itdemonstratesalotofcharacternottogiveupor shutdown.It’ssuchaspecialmomentto wininovertimeandfeeltheenergyfrom theboys.Itwasalotoffun,andthat’swhy sportsaresoexciting.”

MaisalsocreditedseniorsLukeVeirs andColeVeirsforprovidingleadershipon andoffthefieldfortheemerginggroupof newcomers.

“Theyeachhavethegritandworkethic thatdrivetheteamforward,”saidMaisof thebrothers.“Theyprovidethatevenin difficultcircumstances.”

JuniorgoalkeeperKaiKelleyhasalso providedleadershipandexcellentstops,includinghisthirdshutoutoftheseason againstLaurel.

“Westillhavealotofroomforgrowth,” saidMais.“Ourteamneedstoplaymore consistently.Delmarwastheonlygamewe playedwellforthefull80minutes,ina4-0 victory.Weknowmoreconsistentperformancesarethekeytoachievingourseason’s goals.It’sbeenadecentstart,sowe’reexcitedtoseewhattherestoftheseason brings!”

trationandsupervision.Gibbssaidshe lovesherlocalcommunity,athletics,mentoringtheyouthandwatchingtheprogramsatSussexAcademygrowasaunit. Oneofherbiggestsupportersisher4year-olddaughter,whoshesaidshehopes willonedaybeafutureSeahawkAthlete.

“WeareproudtohaveTaylorinthis role.Hercommitmentandpassionforour SussexAcademycommunitywillsoar throughassheleadsinthiscapacity,”said HeadofSchoolEricAnderson.

ThemissionoftheSussexAcademyis “tofosteracademicachievementandsocial responsibilityinasmallschoolenvironmentwherestudentsparticipateina highlyacceleratedcollegepreparatoryprogramthatpreparesthemforthetechnologicalandglobalmindednessneededfor the21stcenturyandthatinstillsethical conductandservicetoothersintheirdayto-daylives.”

GibbsnamedSussexAcademyathleticdirector

PickleballPoints:Buyingnewpickleballpaddles,PartII

ByVaughnBaker SpecialtotheCoastalPoint

Lastweek,wereviewedtwostepsin theeducationalprocessforbuyinga pickleballpaddle.Ithinkweconcluded thatifyourarelyhittheballsolidly,or playwithpeoplewhorarelyhittheball withanyfrequency,anewpaddleisnot goingtohelpyouanywhereasmuchas practiceandlessons.

Thisweek,wecontinuewithStep3 intheprocess:

Third,decidewhathandlelength givesyouthemostcomfort.Aplayer withatennisbackground,likeme,is morecomfortablewithalongerhandle, whileaplayerwithatable-tennisbackgroundmightfeelmorecomfortable withashorterhandleandrounderhead. Oncethatisdecided,rememberthatthe bettercompaniesofferseveralhandle dimensions:thinandstandard.Iam old-schoolaboutthehandlesize,becauseIbelievetheamountofhandsurfacethatisincontactwiththehandle relatesdirectlytoyourlevelofballcontroltoovercomepaddletorqueonoffcenterhits.

Partofmyjoboncewastosupervise the“ProTennisRoom”wherewemaintainedasupplyoftennisracketsforthe topworld-classplayersandthefavorite usedracketofpastgreatplayers.Players

suchasJackKramerandEllsworth

Vinesplayedwithverylargehandles, andtheothergreatsafterthemplayed withatleast45/8-inchhandlecircumference.Imetabean-counterwhocame alongonedayandmadeapresentation tothetopbrassastohowmuchmoney couldbesavedifthecompanymanufacturedandinventoriedonlythree,versus seven,handlesizes,andsuddenly “smallerhandlesizes”becamefashionable.

Therearesomeplayerswhoaskme forapaddlewithasmallhandleand onewithoutabumper,becausetheyhit toomanyballsaroundtheedge.

First,iftheyhitaroundtheedgefrequently,theydefinitelyshouldhavea biggerhandletocontroltorque.Andif theyhitaroundtheedge,theaccuracy oftheballwithorwithoutabumper willbeterriblydegraded.Besides,the bumpers helpprotectthecourtsurface.

Whyisballcontrolimportant?Becausepickleballisacontrolgame.SoI buildupmypickleballhandleforbetter ballcontrol.

Step4

Fourth,mostoftherespectablepaddlesofferthehoneycombcore,which providesstructuralstrengthbutwith lightertotalweight.Thetypesofhon-

eycombmakeaplayabilitydifference andrangefromapaperhoneycombin thecheapermodelstothetechnologicallydevelopedmaterialsintheAmericanmodels.Next,afabricmaterialis stretchedandadheredacrossbothsides ofthehoneycomb,andthatdetermines differencesinplayability.

Therearemultiplecombinationsof materials,rangingbetweenthebasic graphitefibertofiberglassmaterial. Thesematerialsdefinitelyreactwiththe balldifferently—someoffermorecontrolbecauseofcompression,whileothersprovideslightlymorepoweratthe expenseofcontrolbecausemoreenergy is redirectedintotheball.

Itistrueatopplayercanplaywith anything,butitisalsotruethatatop playercanplayevenbetterwitharacket orpaddlethatcomplementstheirstyle.

TennisproJohnNewcombewasone ofthebestplayersintheworldand playfullyteasedme,asIwasdescribing thebeneficialtechnologicalcharacteristicsofaparticulartennisrackettoa groupofAustraliantennisplayers,that hehiteveryballintheexactcenterof the racket.HewontheU.S.Openina fantasticfive-setthrillerthatsameyear, andafterwards,Iplayfullyaskedhimif hecouldhavewonthatmatchintherequiredthreesetswithabiggersweetspot.Webothknewhecouldbeatmost

peoplewithjustaboutanyracket,butat thetoplevel,TitanagainstTitan,there areonlyafewcriticalpoints,likein pickleball,thatmakethedifference.

Step5

Fifth,weightandbalanceisakey areaofconcern.SooftenIamaskedfor averylightpaddle,andIdonotliketo evensellthosepaddlesbecauseofwhat theypotentiallycoulddotoyourarm. Thelessweightyouhave,themorearm effortrequiredtogeneratepace.

I’malsoevenmorefrequentlyasked foraveryspecificweightpaddlebecause someonetoldthemtherewassomethingmagicin7.3or8.1ounces. Weightalone,withoutconsideringbalance,isameaninglessnumber.Meaningless!Andweightalone,without consideringthefacematerial,isanother conversation.

Differentpaddlemodelsweighmore orless,andtheyalsohavedifferentbalances.Iloveapaddlethatisnicelybalancedwithalittleheadweight.But moreimportantly,Ilikeapaddlewith somebeeftoit.Withoutanysubstance tothepaddle,youarehavingtooveruseyourarmtogeneratepaceandcontrol,andtheresultcanbetenniselbow!

Pickleball

Iwouldmuchratherhaveapaddle workingforme,especiallyattoday’s prices,thanmeworkingforthepaddle. Thereisalsoweightandbalance variationwithinthesamemodelsof paddles,butcertainlynotasmuchas betweendifferentbrandsandmodels. Withincertaindiameters,Icanadd weightandmakeanytwopaddleshave theidenticalswingweight,i.e.,feelexactlyliketheotherdespitethedifferences.Ihavetournament-player customerswhowanteverypaddlein theirpaddlebagtohavethesameswing weightastheothers,andImakethese smalladjustmentsforthem.

Step6

Sixth,thickness.Theslightlythicker (fronttoback)paddleswiththicker honeycombcores,havelessvibration andflutter,andtheenergyisredirected backintotheballforsolid,controlled hitting.And,ofcourse,becauseyou haveathickercoreinyourpaddle,you haveahigherprice.Thethickerpaddle isfortheseriousplayerwhoisimprovingallthetime.Onlyacouplepoints per gameseparatethetopplayers,soa firmpaddlewithoutexcessivetorqueor flutteringismoreimportanttothem.

Step7

Seventh,price.Therecertainlyisno insurancethatthemostexpensivepaddlewillbethebestforyou.Infact,if youdon’tknowmuchaboutpaddles,I wouldarguethatthemostexpensive paddleisnotforyou.Thereisashelf lifetothesepaddles,andbythetime youstartdevelopingyourpickleball game,youwillneedanotherpaddle,so upgradethen.

Ifyoujustwanttofindoutwhatthe gameisallabout,youcangetapaddle forbetween$75and$100.Lessthan thatgenerallymakesmyshoulderhurt, soIdon’tknowwhatitwilldotoyours, andyouprobablywillbebuyinganother moreexpensivepaddlebeforeyourthird returntothepickleballcourts.Butif youthinkyouaregoingtobeplaying pickleballonaregularbasis,thenexpect topaybetween$125and$175.

Step8

Eight,headshape.Therehasbeena vastassortmentofvariationsinthe shape ofpaddles.Ipreferapaddlenot aswidebecauseIdonotwanttopush alongasmuchresistingair.Thewider thepaddle,thegreaterthewindresistance.Butbereadytodefendyourposition,becauseinvariablytherewillbethe localcourtexpertwhohasplayedtwo moredaysthanyou,andtheywillgoto

greatlengthstotellyouaboutyourpurchasingerror.Iftheybotheryou,do whatIdoandaskthemtospell“pickleballpaddletorque.”Theywillwander awaycountingthenumberofwordson theirfingers.

Step9

Ninth,manufacturersarealways dealingwithvibration.Toomuch,andit mightinflameyourarmorvibrateyour teethloose.Toolittle,andyoudon’t haveagoodfeelfortheballbecause youramazingbrainneedsthatinputto processpower,touch,control,etc.Mind you,becauseofmybackground,I’ma relativelysophisticatedconsumer,havingworkedwithmostofthesamematerialsusedtodayandunderstanding their benefitsandnegatives.

Whenmyshoulderstartedtoache,I researchedthosepaddlesthatcouldgive mesomeshockfilteringbutwith enoughto“feel”theballonthepaddle surface,andthatisthemomentIrealizedtheconsumerpaddlemarketis awashwithconflicting,erroneousand, insomecasedishonest,claims.SoI telephonedseveralCEOsandasked technicalquestionsabouttheirmaterials,incomparisontothematerialswe hadusedintennisracketdesign.

Step10

Tenth,askforademo.Thereare350

modelsandgrowing,andyouhavethe opportunitytogetyourpurchasewrong morethan300times.Ikeepaninventoryof15differenttypesofdemomodelsofdifferentlengths,differenthandle sizes,differentfacematerialsanddifferentshapestoallowconsumerstoeducatethemselves.

Iknowwhatittakestodevelopa product,andIgreatlyappreciatewhen thecompaniesgetitrightwithimprovedtechnology,notjustanother color ornewcosmetics.I’vebeenplaytestingademoofanewpaddleintroductionwithsignificantbreakthrough technologythatholdstheballminutely longeronthepaddleface,generating betterballcontrol.ThisAmericancompanyputtheirrevenuesbackintoR&D toimprovethefabricusedonthefaceof thisgame-changer.Theyareaboutto introduceanewmodelforthe16-yearoldworldchampion,AmericanAnna LeighWaters,whoisrankedNo.1in threecategories:singles,doublesand mixeddoubles.

Ihopemy10-steppurchasing processhasclarifiedforyoutheimportantconsiderationsandcutthroughall thenoise,confusion,misrepresentations, chaffandoutrageousassertions.Perhaps asyoutravelalongtheroadthinking aboutanewpaddle,reflectbackona commentanold-timeroncemadeto me,“Theycanmakealltheclaimsthey want,buttheycan’tchangethephysics ofstrikingaball!”

BankofOceanCity,FocusMultisportsraise$12,500forDiaKoniashelter

TheBankofOceanCityand FocusMultisportsrecentlymadea $12,500donationonbehalfofparticipantsandsponsorsofthe2023 CoastalResortsGolfClassic,presentedbytheBankofOceanCityat thePlantationLakesGolf&CountryClub.

“We’resothankfulforourcommunitypartners—fromthegenerosityofthenumeroussponsorsof theCoastalResortGolfClassicto thosewhoparticipatedinthe event…It’ssupportlikethisthat hasallowedustoprovidehelpfor todayandhopefortomorrowinthis communityforover50years!”said KenArgot,DiaKonia’sexecutivedirector.

“AtFocusMultisports,mypartnerRickHundleyandI—along withourteamofvolunteersandenthusiasticparticipants,andthrough thegenerosityofoursponsors— makeourcommunitybetterthrough philanthropyandhavefunwhile doingit,deliveringoverapproximately$700,000indonationsto date.Ouralliancesstrengthenlocal organizationsandprovideresidents andbusinesseswithaplatformto giveback,”saidFocusMultisports’ ErnieFelici.

Registernowfortheannual ThanksgivingDayTurkeyTrot

Matthewscompeting inNCAAfallathletics atAlbrightCollege

J’SeanMatthewsofMillsboroisa memberoftheNCAADivisionIII footballteamatAlbrightCollege thisfall.AgraduateofSussexTechnicalHighSchool,Matthewsis studyingwithahistoryandcommunicationsco-majoratAlbright.

MorethanathirdofAlbright studentsparticipateononeofthe college’s24varsitysportsteams,includingcross-country,e-sports,field hockey,football,golf,soccer,tennis andvolleyballinthefall.Theredand-whiteAlbrightLionsarepart ofthehistoricDivisionIIIMiddle AtlanticConference(MAC).An additional10percentofstudents participateincluband/orintramural sports.

Thecollege’sathleticfacilitiesincludeShirkStadium(turf)dedicatedin1925andhometothe AlbrightLionsformorethan90 years,BollmanGyminsidethe SchumoCenterforFitness&Wellbeing,andtheSchollLifeSports CenterinReading,Pa.,founded 1856.Thecollege’sco-majorprogramenablesstudentstocrossor combinedifferentareasofstudy, withouttakinglongertograduate.

FamilyRunWalkonNov.23, atBethanyTurkeyTrot.comandSurf in’SnowmanRun/WalkonFeb.10,

2024,atsurfinsnowman.com,the April12-14,2024,CoastalDelaware RunningFestival

atcodelrun.com,andtheApril26, 2024CoastalResortsGolfClassic atCoastalResortsGolf.com.

CoastalPoint•Submitted

RickHundley,left,andErnieFelici,right,ofFocusMultisports,andBankofOceanCityPresident&CEOReidTingle,center-left, presentadonationtoDiaKoniaExecutiveDirectorKenArgot,center-right.

Dave’sDeweyDash5Kraises$15KforAED’s

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

LauraAshbyisdriventoprovidedefibrillatorstoareaemergencyresponderstotryto preventthekindofsuddencardiacarrestthattookherson

DaveAshbytooyoung,whenthe otherwisehealthyDeweyBeach residentdiedasleeponhiscouch duetoanirregularheartrhythm.

TheDave’sDeweyDash5K raceandwalkonSept.30drew morethan100runnersand50 walkersattheRustyRudder restaurant,whichalsoco-sponsoredtheraceandhaspurchased severalofitsowndefibrillators. Thefundraisingcharityrace, whichisnowassociatedwiththe non-profitorganizationSimon’s Heart,raisedmorethan$15,000 throughraceproceedsanda silentauction,alongwithcorporatesponsorship.Lord’sMercantileStoreofOceanViewdonated abeachgiftbasket,which broughtin$100frombidders.

DrewGonser,theownerof Races2Runracemanagementand racedirectorforthedashsaid,“This isthesecondactualracewecould

hostandthirdyearoftheDave’s DeweyDash5Krace.”

“Lastyear,DeweyBeachwascom-

pletelyflooded,”notedGonser,who isanattorneypracticinginWilmington.“Wedo90racesayearandare

pleasedtohostthisoneforLaura Ashby’scause.”

“Ifyouhaveanirregular heartbeat,youareatriskforsuddencardiacarrest,”warned Ashby.“WedonatednineAED machinestotal,includingfiveto theDeweypolicedepartment.

“TheRustyRudderalreadyhad purchasedseveralAEDmachines,andSteve‘Monty’Montgomery,ownerofaDewey restaurantgroup,hasindicated thosehavesavedthreepeople’s lives.”

SheaddedthattheCOVID19virusisalsocontributingtoissueswithirregularheartrhythm.

Thankstothepartnership withSimon’sHeart,Dave Ashby’smemorialfundhasa 501(c)(3)tax-deductiblecharity supportingthesedonations.

“Weraised$15,000thisyear beforesomeexpenses,andthis willbuyalotofAEDmachines,” saidAshby.“Wehopetobuytwo ruggedizedoutdoormachines— onetobeplacedneartheDewey townhall—thatarehookedup toelectricityandavailableallthe timeforpolicetouse.”

CoastalPoint•MikeSmith

LauraAshby,right,isthemotherofDaveAshby,aDeweyBeachresidentwhodiedofsudden cardiacarrest.ShehassinceorganizedtheDave’sDeweyDash5Kwalkandrun,which raised$15,000onSept.30,aimingtoprovideareafirst-responderswithAEDequipmentthat could savelives.

LEGALS

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE- TOWN OF SELBYVILLE

A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 6, 2023, AT 6:00 P.M., AT THE TOWN HALL, 1 W. CHURCH STREET, SELBYVILLE, SUSSEX COUNTY, DELAWARE, TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED ALTERATION OF THE FINAL RECORD PLAN FOR THE MAJOR RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS “SCHOONER LANDING”, OF RECORD IN PLOT BOOK 318, PAGE 13, ET SEQ., FOR REAL PROPERTY PRESENTLY IDENTIFIED AS SUSSEX COUNTY TAX MAP AND PARCEL NOS. 533-17.00-107.00, 107.01, 108.00, 109.00 AND 874 THROUGH 1002.00 (INCLUSIVE), LOCATED WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE TOWN OF SELBYVILLE.

CP 20231006 1T

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE COURT OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE IN AND FOR SUSSEX COUNTY COURT NO. 17

COURT ADDRESS:

23730 SHORTLY ROAD; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947

CIVIL ACTION NO: JP1723003909

PUBLIC NOTICE OF FILING OF PETITION TO OBTAIN TITLE TO ABANDONED PROPERTY

A petition for title to the following abandoned property has been filed with the court noted above: 1970 PLYMOUTH ROAD RUNNER, VIN# RM23V0A172629. (Property)

Petition filed by: JOHN GARDOSKI. (Name of Petitioner)

Known owners/lienholders/other parties with interest in the property: DEFT - UNKNOWN UNKNOWN

1. If judgment is entered for the Petitioner, the Petitioner will be awarded complete and absolute title to the property pursuant to 25 Del.C. § 4002. If there are existing liens or other interests claimed against it, the property will be sold and the proceeds of the sale used toward those liens.

2. Any person who is the owner, holder of a lien or other interest regarding the above property has a legal right to a full hearing in this Court. To obtain a hearing, such a person should contact the Court immediately to obtain an Answer. (J.P. Civ. Form No. 53) and mark the DECLARATION OF INTENT TO CONTEST section.

3. If an answer is filed with the Court by showing an intent to contest, a hearing will be promptly scheduled and the person contesting must appear at the hearing to contest the claim of the Petitioner.

4. Unless an answer with the Declaration of intent to contest section is signed and received by the court by OCTOBER 27, 2023, the Justice of the Peace will issue a judgment vesting title in the above name property in the petitioner.

5. In the event that judgment is entered in favor of the Petitioner, an owner, lienholder, or other party with interest in the above named property may be liable for the costs of this action.

CP 20231006 1T

SELBYVILLE TO FLUSH HYDRANTS

The Town of Selbyville will be flushing its fire hydrants between 8 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. during the week beginning Monday, October 9, 2023.

Residents and businesses are advised to check for discolored water, especially in their washing machines. If you observe discolored water, let your faucet run for a few minutes to see if it clears up. If it doesn’t, contact the water department at 302-436-8349. We appreciate your patience and cooperation. For more information, call Town Hall at 302-436-8314. Again, watch for discolored water.

CP 20230929 2T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:135-14.00-115.00

Property Address: 6 CARRIAGE LANE, Georgetown, DE 19947

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of CHARLES S. KNOTHE ESQ., PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ESTATE OF HELEN J. STUART & CATHY LYNETTE STUART (HEIR) (51) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

LEGALS

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At

9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:234-12.00-340.00

Property Address: 23248 BLUEWATER WAY, Lewes, DE 19958

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% de-

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:133-17.13-16.00-282

Property Address: 29100 SAINT THOMAS BOULEVARD, Millsboro, DE 19966

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of MARK PIERCE MILLER (27) and will be sold by

Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

posit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of LISA BRECCIA-COTO, HEIR AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ESTATE OF LEONARD A. BRECCIA A/K/A LEONARD ANTHONY BRECCIA; CHERYL BRECCIA (HEIR); LEONARD BRECCIA, JR (HEIR) & MICHELLE BRECCIA-BAS (HEIR) (40) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:135-19.00-69.08-46

Property Address: 4 ELDERBERRY STREET, Georgetown, DE 19947

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of

E. MORGAN MAXWELL, III PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JANE FOSTER & KELLY FOSTER MAXWELL, HEIR (34) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

CP 20231006 2T

LEGALS

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit: Tax Parcel:433-6.00-123.00

Property Address: 33731 GUMS AVENUE, Frankford, DE 19945

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:234-6.00-13.00

Property Address: 19347 BEAVER DAM ROAD, Lewes, DE 19958

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of TANYA A. HALL & KIMWAUN L. GIBBS A/K/A KIMWAUN L. GIBBS AND THE UNITED STATE OF AMERICA (23) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

CP 20231006

11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of THERESA ANN BUNGARD & LINDA ANN MAYES, AS HEIRS AND CO-EXECUTORS OF THE ESTATE FOR KATHLEEN GOODEN; CHARLES FRANCIS KACZMARCZYK (HEIR); MICHAEL JOSEPH KACZMARCZYK (HEIR); JAMES ROBERT GOODEN (HEIR) AND LESLIE KAY BOLAND (HEIR); CHARLES S. KNOTHE, ESQUIRE AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF STEPHEN JOHN KACZMARCZYK AND SEAN KACZMARCZYK (HEIR) (44) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:134-3.00-2.00-1603

Property Address: 29571 CRIPPLE CREEK DRIVE, UNIT 1603, Dagsboro, DE 19939

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of KEVIN M. POTTER & SUSSEX HOLDINGS LP (49) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

LEGALS

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY

STATE OF DELAWARE

PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947

(302)855-7875

Estate of Barbara E. Ransbottom, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Barbara E. Ransbottom who departed this life on June 8, 2023, late of Frankford, DE were duly granted unto Margie Ann Schafer and Kenneth Ransbottom, Jr. on September 12, 2023 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executors without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executors on or before February 8, 2024 or abide by the law in this behalf.

EXECUTORS:

Margie Ann Schafer

Kenneth Ransbottom, Jr.

ADDRESS: 1325 River Hill Road, Pequea, PA 17565 34182 Whispering Lane, Frankford, DE  19945

ATTORNEY: Robbie Robinson

ADDRESS: 18 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401; Ocean View, DE  19970

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

CP 20230922 3T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Property Address: 33163 JOLYNS WAY, Lewes, DE 19958

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of CHARLES S. KNOTHE, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ESTATE OF JANE ELIZABETH PORCELLI A/K/A JANE PORCELLI; JOSEPH B. PORCELLI (HEIR) & LISA MICHELLE PORCELLI (HEIR) (48) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

CP 20231006 2T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE

PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947

(302)855-7875

Estate of Marion E. McMahan, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Marion E. McMahan AKA Marion C. McMahan who departed this life on February 12, 2023, late of Ocean View, DE were duly granted unto Marilyn J. Silveira on September 14, 2023 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before October 12, 2023 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor: Marilyn J. Silveira 31226 West Ocean Dr. Dagsboro, DE  19939

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY: Veronica R. Townsend, Esq. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 202 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20230922 3T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:134-13.00-1175.00-53

Property Address: 38207 CREEK STREET, Ocean View, DE 19970

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of KEITH A. WALTER & DONNA WALTER; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (53) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

LEGALS

PUBLIC NOTICE

INDIAN RIVER RESTAURANTS LLC has on September 25, 2023, applied with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner for renovation including adding 8 bar seats to the existing bar for a premises located at 38069 Town Center Drive, Unit 19/20, Millville, DE 19967. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises or in any incorporated areas located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing address for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. The protest(s) must be filed with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner at the 3rd Floor, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. The protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before October 25, 2023. Failure to file such a protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter please contact the Commissioner’s Office.

CP 20230929 3T

MONITION SALE

By virtue of a writ of Venditioni Exponas Monition, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:231-13.00-158.00

Property Address: N/RT 46, 1000’ E/RT 529, OLD FURNACE ROAD, Georgetown, DE 19947

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 100 percent of the purchase money will be demanded at the time of sale. Cash or Cashier's Check is required. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23subject to the owner’s right of redemption pursuant to Title 9 Del. C. § 8728; subject to the approval of the Department of Finance or the Chief County Financial Officer, pursuant to Title 9 Delaware Code § 8726; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of THOMAS S. KING, JR. & TERRY L. CAREY (8) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

PUBLIC NOTICE

Trubil Inc. has on September 26, 2023, applied with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner for Restaurant-On Liquor License for a premises located at 699 Bethany Loop, Unit 2, Bethany Beach, DE, 19930. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises or in any incorporated areas located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing address for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. The protest(s) must be filed with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner at the 3rd Floor, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. The protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before October 26, 2023. Failure to file such a protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter please contact the Commissioner’s Office.

CP 20230929 3T

MONITION SALE

By virtue of a writ of Venditioni Exponas Monition, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:134-2.00-3.00-B-2

Property Address: SOUTH SHORE MARINA UNIT B2, 19 MARINA VIEW COURT, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 100 percent of the purchase money will be demanded at the time of sale. Cash or Cashier's Check is required. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23subject to the owner’s right of redemption pursuant to Title 9 Del. C. § 8728; subject to the approval of the Department of Finance or the Chief County Financial Officer, pursuant to Title 9 Delaware Code § 8726; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of GLORIA B. HERNDON (15) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:234-6.00-13.00

Property Address: 19347 BEAVER DAM ROAD, Lewes, DE 19958

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of TANYA A. GIBBS & KIMWUAN L. GIBBS (21) and will be sold by Robert T.

Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

CP 20231006 2T

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Property Address: 15384 FORSYTHIA DRIVE, Georgetown, DE 19947

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of DEBORAH A. PARKER; IVEY M. PARKER & JAMES I. PARKER (29) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Property Address: 23737 BRIARWOOD LANE, Georgetown, DE 19947

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of ESTATE OF JANICE A. ANTONIO (26) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on:

Tuesday, 17th day of October, 2023

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:433-6.00-117.00

Property Address: 33758 GUMS AVENUE, Frankford, DE 19945

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 11/20/23. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 11/27/23; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of ANTHONY F. BOUCHET (39) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

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Line ads: $8.25 for 20 words, 25¢ per add’l word. Display ads: $8.50 per column inch. Non-commercial ads for items $1,000 or less are free up to 20 words.

Yard Sales are $9.00

for Red Sun Custom Apparel located in Selbyville

Must be skilled and detail-oriented bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and be proficient in QuickBooks and EXCEL.

If you are passionate about numbers, highly organized, and have excellent attention to detail, we would love to hear from you!

To apply, please send your resume, salary requirements and questions to

BRegan@RedSunCustom.com

Looking for a meaningful job where you can MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

FT PUBLIC RELATIONS/ MARKETING MANAGER

develops plans, media contacts, all details of press events, strategic marketing plans, and oversees content development with professionalism and aligned with the branding and goals of the organization.

PT EVENTS COORDINATOR

responsible for ensuring all Sussex County Habitat for Humanity (SCHFH) and Restore external communications are carried out with professionalism and aligned with the branding and goals of the organization.

FT HEALTHY HOMES SPECIALIST

responsible for implementing a variety of healthy homes programs that assist Sussex County homeowners with health and energy efficient repairs. The Healthy Homes Specialist will work directly with qualified applicants, healthcare specialists, subcontractors and local partnerships to repair and improve low income households in Sussex County.

FT HEALTHY HOMES DIRECTOR

to oversee programs that focus on health and energy-efficient repairs.

PT ACQUISITION COORDINATOR

that works with the CEO and Property Acquisition Committee to pursue potential projects in focus areas around the county, follow up on leads for donated properties and work with seller or seller's agents to secure land inventory and rehab housing stock for Habitat's affordable housing projects.

FT VOLUNTEER SERVICES MANAGER

responsible for recruiting volunteers to support SCHFH's impact and future growth, developing volunteer leadership and training opportunities and establishing evaluation tools to measure impact and program effectiveness.

For more information and to apply: SussexCountyHabitat.org

SCHFH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

for a fast-paced Property Maintenance company

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Customer Service, MS Word and Excel, knowledge of Basic Of ce Procedures; Bi-lingual & Strong Math Skills are a plus.

WE OFFER: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, competitive pay, great bene ts, paid holidays and vacation.

Send your resume to: gherker@comcast.net

CODE ENFORCEMENT & BUILDING OFFICIAL

The Town of Selbyville, Delaware is currently accepting resumes for the full-time position of Code Enforcement & Building O cial. The Code Enforcement & Building O cial will report to the Town Administrator and is responsible for enforcement of Town Maintenance Codes, Zoning Codes and International Building Codes along with other applicable Federal, State and County ordinances, regulations, and codes, review and issue building and sign permits, and conduct on-site building inspections.

Bene ts include health, dental and life insurance, State of Delaware Pension Plan and paid vacation and sick leave. Pay will be commensurate with education and experience. A full job description is available at selbyville.delaware.gov

The successful applicant must pass a background check and a drug test. Only applicants that are scheduled for interviews will be contacted. At some juncture of the process, three professional references may be required. The position will continue to stay open until lled.

To apply, quali ed applicants should mail a con dential cover letter and resume to:

Town of Selbyville

PO Box 106; Selbyville, DE 19975

Attn.: Stacey Long, Town Administrator or via email to: townmanager@townofselbyville.org

The Town of Selbyville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

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Apply online at: DelawareStateJobs.com

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customer service experience required; previous sales experience preferred; can train a willing applicant

$75k - $100k earning potential: Salary + Commission

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VINTAGE PENN REELS/ rods combos. Penn #85, Long Beach #66, Senator 4.0 (Big Game) with original boxes, Herters #12. Starting at $25. All working condition or for decor. 3 02.542.9500

1965 CABINET ZIG-ZAG Japanese sewing machine. Riccar American Corp. Type SC-HM, 80 wall input, 115v. Very good condition. $110 703.963.6903

NASCAR COLLECTION: Drivers’ posters, hats, collectible cards, etc.; Brand name whiskey pitchers, beer signs. Call for more info: 302.490.1346

CARTOON GLASSES FROM from fast food places; circa 1970. Better Home & Garden magazines. Call for more info: 302.490.1346

DOILY COLLECTION About 30 small and medium. $30 takes all. 302.490.1346

RARE DE LICENSE PLATE 5-number, riveted, reflective coating. Original maroon painted, stainless steel base. Can text pics. Best offer. 443.614.1290

Children’s Librarian Needed

Millsboro Public Library is seeking an energetic and motivated individual to be a part-time Literacy Specialist working 15 hours per week. In this position, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with a dedicated team of library sta . Under the supervision of the Library Director, the ideal candidate will work to create fun, meaningful, and literacy-focused programs and services for children. The ideal candidate will also be a person with a passion for working with young learners, demonstrating skills and innovation in the planning and implementation of various learning opportunities. For the right candidate library training will be o ered.

The Millsboro Public Library builds community by inspiring imagination, discovery, and learning. The library is a dynamic community resource and destination. The Library provides library services to residents of Millsboro. The library is also part of the Sussex County Library Partnership, a consolidation of four library systems in the greater Delaware.

To be considered for this position, please submit a resume of your professional quali cations and a list of three references to:

VINTAGE 48-STAR WWII US flag. 5’ x 9.5’ from Philadelphia Quatermaster Depot. Very good condition. $325 443.614.1290

EMMETT KELLY CLOWNS, Harbor Lights lighthouses, Royal & Co. angels, and more. Call for more info: 302.519.3657

APPLIANCES

WHIRLPOOL, BLACK dishwasher. Works great. $100 302.567.1203

ONE YEAR OLD SPEED Queen TC5 washing machine. Well maintained and in excellent condition. $450 608.616.2429

SEARS STAINLESS STEEL refrigerator. 36”wide. Excellent condition. $500 OBO 302.856.6756

SEARS GAS DRYER GOOD condition. $50 OBO 302.856.6756

SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT for Humanity ReStore accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need. 302.855.1156

PERFORMANCE TOOL

2-ton hydraulic floor jack, range 5 1/8” - 15”. $40 Please text: 609.247.3649

CORNWELL MECHANICS’ tool chest. Full of tools. Make reasonable offer. Moving - must sell - all or some. 302.663.9326

NEW, BLACK, 48” TRUCK toolbox. Paid $340, asking $150 - REDUCED! 302.732.3637

(2) SPRAY CANS OF AUTO paint primer. $15 OBO 302.344.0169

PACE EDWARD FULL metal, retractable tonneau cover. Fits Chevy & GMC trucks with extended cabs, 6.5’ bed. $200 267.776.7640

TONS OF MECHANICS’ tools and chests. Snap-on and more. All at reduced pricing - all must go. Call for more info: 302.519.3657

DONATE YOUR CAR/ truck/ RV - Lutheran Mission Society of MD. Compassion Place Ministries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410.228.8437 CompassionPlace.org.

DANFORTH BOAT anchor. 2.5 standard, like new. Made in USA. $15 302.875.7070

GREEN BIMINI TOP 66” w at base. Used twice. $120 443.373.1550

TOMTOM GO COMFORT 6” GPS. New, unopened. Free map downloads: $165. Also available: GPS/phone dashboard mount. New, unopened: $30 302.537.1549

46” HITACHI TV WITH stand. $75 OBO 302.856.6756

HOLLY TREE 3’- 4’ TALL You dig up and take. 301.219.7632

(2) SWIVEL BAR STOOLS Wooden, oak color. $15 301.802.0431, leave message.

NEW, SOLID OAK MEDIA cabinet. 31”h x 55”l x 22”d with 2 center glass doors. Perfect condition, no scratches or dents. Paid $1,600. Asking $485. 302.382.2814

THOMASVILLE QUEEN bed frame with Tempurpedic mattress/ box spring, lightly used. Downsizing. Excellent condition, no stains. $300 OBO Call for more info. 302.537.4234

TRUNDLE BED LIKE NEW 2 years old. $300 301.219.7632

MOVING - ALL IN GREAT condition! Lift recliner: $75; Ashley DR set for 6: $200; large, beige, wrap sofa: $100; Ashley king BR set - 4 pieces: $200. 302.663.9326

SWIVEL ROCKING recliner. Medium blue, faux leather. Brand new, never used, still in box. $250 914.522.9309

WHITE BUNK BED TOP twin with mattress. Open on bottom for twin, full, or queen bed on rolling frame. Frame included. $150 443.687.6126

OAK CURIO HUTCH WITH lighting and 5 glass shelves. 54”w x 17”d x 77”h. $400 410.935.8193

DUCK DECOYS: BLACKS, Mallards, Teals, and Pintails. Flambeau, Carry-Lite, G&H. Ready to hunt, mix and match. $70/dozen. 302.542.9500

BARNETT CROSSBOW Ghost 410 Carbon Fiber. Restrung and in excellent condition. $225 302.245.0777

TREE STAND TRANSPORT rack for 4-wheeler ATV. Upper/ lower arms adjust to 27”h for gun, bow case, stands. $40 302.542.9500

WINCHESTER 12-GAUGE

2.75” Super X Steel #4 shot. 15 boxes available; $15 each. 302.542.9500

DEER STAND SCREW-IN steps: $2 each; 16’ aluminum ladder: $40; 20’ climbing stick: $40 302.542.9500

PRINCESS HOUSE WHEAT pattern dish set. 31 pieces. Meat platter, cheese plate, etc. Many never used. Pics available. $140 717.319.7552

WOLFGANG PUCK STILL in box Immersion Hand Blender. Wire beaters, dough hooks, frother, chopper blade, instructions, & recipes. $50 301.875.7061

HOLLY TREE 3’- 4’ TALL You dig up and take. 301.219.7632

COLEMAN FOCUS 5 propane heater. 14”h. $10 302.785.7070

CEILING LIGHT 17” diameter. $25 OBO 302.785.7070

STORE DISPLAY FIXTURES

Tables, shelves, decor - all for sale. Call for an appointmen to view. 302.233.0415

HEAVY-DUTY SAFE ON wheels. 17.5”w x 21”h x 24”d with combination lock. Includes manual. $175 302.278.1441

BIG BUTTON PLUG-IN phone. Hardly used. $20 410.310.6633

SET OF 8 PLACE SETTINGS with serving dishes, and stainless steel serving forks, spoons. Stanley Roberts’ Astro from Japan, circa 1950. Unused. $150 302.537.4425

MEN’S DENIM XL SHIRT with Sloppy Joe Key West emblem on front pocket. $15 410.310.6633

POLAR WATER DISPENSER with owner’s manual. $75 OBO Leave message. 302.245.5599

DREAM ON ME 2-in-1 folding full-size crib with Sealy mattress. Used for grandchild visits. $120 Fenwick. 302.745.0337

LARGE FISH TANK WITH lots of accessories and cabinet. Approximately: 18”w x 24”d x 48”l. $150 OBO 302.541.0475

LARSON FULL GLASS AND matching screen storm door with lock & key and 2 storm door pneumatic closures. Standard size. White.

REDUCED! $125

703.963.6903

DOUBLE FRENCH DOOR

72” x 80”. 15 glass panes, each side. Pine finish on one side, cream on other side. Beautiful condition, hardware included. $400 OBO 443.614.1290

SEAMSTRESS WANTED for one small craft project. Have fabric and pattern. Will compensate.

302.344.0169

ORECK STILL IN BOX TOP fill, upright for carpet and bare floors with micro sweep cleaning system. Asking $175

301.875.7061

EXTERIOR DOOR WITH fulllength glass. 31.75”w x 79”h. No hardware. $75 410.688.5483

CAPE MAY, NEW JERSEY

Signed artist’s proof print. “Past, Present, Future”. $50 OBO Call 610.468.4004

PHOTO ALBUM purchased from ACTS containing family/kids’ pics. Would like to return photos to owner. Please call to identify.

302.344.0169

(2) ORIENTAL AREA RUGS Room size, good condition. REDUCED! $40 each. Leave message. Ocean City.

301.802.0431

BEAUTIFUL BATH updates in as little as one day. Superior quality bath and shower systems at affordable prices. Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Call now. 877.738.0991

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - not just a discount plan. Do not wait. Call now. Get your free dental information kit with all the details. 855.337.5228 dental50plus.com/ MDDC#6258

FREE HIGH-SPEED internet for those that qualify. Government program for recipients of select programs include Medicaid, SNAP housing assistance, WIC, Veterans pension, survivor benefits, Lifeline, Tribal. 15 GB internet service. Bonus offer: Android tablet free with one-time $20 co-pay. Free shipping and handling. Call Maxsip Telecom today. 888.592.5957

PREPARE FOR POWER outages today with a Generac home standby generator. $0 money down + low monthly payment options. Request a free quote. Call now before the next power outage. 855.993.0969

ANVIL FIBRE CASES FOR drum protection. 10”, 12”, & 13”; hard case for 22” base drums. $100 takes all.302.278.1441

PVM 112 FLOOR MONITOR 2-way passive. $40 3 02.278.1441

STEREO EQUIPMENT WITH Polk audio and other speaker. Best offer. 3 02.537.0508

TAMMA IRON COBRA 600 gold base drum pedal. Like new. $115 302.278.1441

4 YEAR-OLD DOG VERY WELL-TRAINED Great comfort/companion dog. Perfect for seniors. Great home only. I’m moving, and dogs are not allowed. 302.663.9326

(2) PET BUCKET CAR SEAT covers. $20 302.379.4284

COVERED LITTER BOXslightly used. $10 Call Mike: 302.344.0169

LOW COST SPAY AND neutering of cats. Want to save 100s of cats’ lives? Spay or neuter ONE. Call Cats Around Town Society to schedule an operation. 302.355.9979

KITTENS/CATS Beautiful kitties looking for loving homes. Many colors available. 302.236.5184

ARE YOU A PET OWNER? Do you want to get up to 100% back on vet bills? Physicians Mutual Insurance Company has Pet Coverage that can help. Call 888.928.1656 to get a free quote or visit InsureBarkMeow.com/mddc

VECTRA BIKE, 5-SPEED, 26”. Almost new. Asking $50. 727.810.8782

BOWFLEX & EXERCISE bike. $150 takes both! 302.663.9326

GARY FISHER MEN’S BIKE BS 6102:1. Very good condition. $165 717.319.7552

(2) BICYCLE HELMETS Fits up to XL. Black. REDUCED! $10 each 443.373.1550

WEIDER WEIGHT BENCH with weights and clips. $60 302.245.5807

LACROSSE GOAL regulation size; galvanized. $20 You haul. Ocean Pines. 443.614.1290

WEIDER PRO 6900 MULTI Gym. $150 OBO 3 01.704.9147

SUN STREAMWAY LOW profile bike. White with silver fenders; 3-speed. Brand new, used once. Paid $695. Sell for $600 757.810.8782

LIGHT SPEED/DOUGLAS road bicycle. 54 cm, 6/4 3AL. Elite titanium Dura Ace Ultegra Neuvation custom wheels. 35% lighter, stronger. Excellent condition. $999 302.278.1441

TOOLS

C CLAMPS, SIZE 8”, LIKE new. $22 each, OBO 302.785.7070

POWER TOOLS: TABLE saws, sanders, wet saw, circular saw and more. REDUCED! $15 - $45. All in good working condition. Please leave message: 302.539.1726

(2) WOODEN LADDERS 6’ $10 each. Please leave message: 302.539.1726

RYOBI SAWZALL Excellent condition. $25 302.278.1441

32’ EXTENSION LADDER, 3 sets Alum-a-Pole jump jacks, (2) 20” x 24’ and (1) 20” x 12’ walk plank. Call Bob for pricing: 302.462.1884

LADDER JACKS, BIL JAX scaffolding, 10.5’ Tapco aluminum brake with accessories. Call Bob for pricing: 302.462.1884

YEAR-ROUND

MILL CHASE APTS.

Now accepting applications for 2&3BR apartments. Must meet resident screening criteria. Rents start at $835/month, based upon income. Federal Regulations & Income Limits apply. Apply at:

14 Mill Chase Cir. Millsboro

Phone:

302.934.1676/TTY: 711

Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer

ROOMMATE

OCEAN VIEW TOWNHOME

Professional female preferred. Private BR/BA (fully furnished) with full house privileges, pool, tennis. $1,300/month + security + 1st month. References required. 302.249.2535

SEASONAL RENTAL

3BR/2.5BA TOWNHOME, 2-car garage in Bayside at Bethany Lakes. Furnished. Paid amenities: gym, indoor pool, hot tub. Through May 15

$2450/month + utilities. 4 10.302.1210

COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE

BETHANY/OCEAN VIEW

Individual & Shared Of ce Space 2nd or 3rd oor; no elevator. Quiet work environment. Shared restroom, kitchenette, conference room, printer/copier. Starting at $500/month with discounts for additional space. Month to month or longer term. Call Paul: 302.864.2282 x 1

Dickerson Drive, Selbyville: Stable apartment - 1BR/1BA on owner’s property. $1,500 per month, utilities included.

Bear Trap, Ocean View: 3BR/2BA furnished condo. $2,000 per month + utilities + 5% rental tax.

Bay View Estates, Selbyville: 3BR/2BA single family home with 2-car garage. $2,300 per month + util. Available Nov. 1.

Forest Reach, Frankford: 3BR/2BA furnished, single-family home with garage and screened porch. $2,300 per month + utilities.

Millville by the Sea: 5BR/4BA furnished single family home. Available thru April 15. $2,700/month + utilities + 2% rental tax.

COMMERCIAL

RT. 26, OCEAN VIEW Small building & outside area. Perfect for retail or start-up. Great visibility, plenty of parking. 610.639.3852

BETHANY BEACH AREA

Mature, single female needed to share 2BR/2.5BA townhome. Furnished, W/D, pool. Approximately 10 minutes from beach. No pets. Good credit, rst, last, deposit and lease required. $885/month + utilities. Leave message/text: 6 78.249.5312

YEAR-ROUND & SEASONAL

Year-Round - Key #054: Bahama Beach Cottage/Bethany area. 3BR/2BA furnished single family home. $2,000/month + util.

Year-Round - Key #233: Bishop’s Landing/Millville area. 5BR/3BA furnished single family home. $3,000/month + util.

Winter - Key #258: Bear Trap Dunes/Ocean View area. 3BR/2BA furnished TH. Pet friendly. $2,300/month + util.

Winter - Key #258: Stewards Watch/Bethany area. 3BR/2.5BA furnished TH. Through April. $2,000/month + util.

302.543.2601 855.466.4033

2BR/2BA FULLY FURNISHED HOME in Swann Keys on canal with bulkhead. Available through May 31. $1,300/month + electric. Please leave message: 4 43.278.3993 LFVacations.com

GET IT GONE

WE BUY CARS. Running or not. 302.732.3529

✃❏ Thurs., Oct. 5: 10-2 (setup only)

Fri. & Sat., Oct. 6-7: 8-2

RAIN OR SHINE

Halloween & fall decor, Christmas decor, queen size all-season sleeping bag, assorted kitchen items, antiques & collectibles, decorative plates, glassware, sewing notions & material, costume jewelry.

34946 Mustang Road (off Irons Lane), Dagsboro, DE 19939

❏ Fri., Oct. 6: 10-3 & Sat.: 8-? RAIN OR SHINE

Huge estate sale! Antiques & collectibles, tools, books, 100+ pieces of pewter, games, kitchen & glassware, household items, hand bags, holiday decor, local art by Wanda Powell and a bit more. 9 Oakland Avenue, Ocean View, 19970. Off Central Avenue.

❏ Fri. & Sat., Oct. 6 & 7 8-12

The Marina at Pepper’s Creek & Holly Cove multi-community! Piney Neck Road, Dagsboro, 19939. Turn at Porto’s on Main Street onto Piney Neck Road. Approximately 3 miles.

❏ Sat., Oct. 7 6:30 PM; DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM

Quarter auction to benefit Bethel Methodist Church of Dagsboro. First paddle: $10; All-in paddle: $40. 28331 Clayton Street, Dagsboro, 19939.

❏ Sat., Oct. 7 8-1

St. George’s UMC annual outdoor Fall Market. Vendors, yard sale, homemade chicken salad, soups, and desserts - don’t miss it! Proceeds towards funding the UMW mission projects. 34281 Omar Road, Frankford, 19945. More info at StGeorgesUMC.org.

❏ Sat., Oct. 7 8-12 RAIN DATE 10/8

All units are N/S, N/P unless otherwise noted. Credit application and security deposit required.

Whites Creek Manor, Ocean View: 3BR/2.5BA detached home with garage and fenced-in yard. $2,450 per month + util.

Bayville Shores, Selbyville: 3BR/3.5BA fully furnished townhome with garage and water views. $2,650 per month, minimum 18 month lease + utilities.

Ocean View Beach Club, Ocean View: 3BR/2.5BA furnished townhome with garage. $2,900 per month + utilities + rental tax.

The Estuary, Frankford: 5BR/4BA furnished single family home with 2-car garage. $3,275 per month + utilities.

WINTER RENTALS

Arrington Woods, Selbyville: 4BR/3.5BA fully furnished townhome. Available thru May 31. $2,395/month + utilities.

Millville by the Sea, Millville: 4BR/3BA furnished townhome with garage. $3,152 per month + utilities + 2% rental tax.

COMMERCIAL

Frankford Ave., Frankford: 16’x40’ commercial building. Newly renovated with 1/2 bath. $1,500/month.

Owners: For problem-free management, list your properties with us! Call Kim for more information: 302.539.7511 x 3030 or 800.441.8118

For a complete list of rentals, visit: WilgusAssociates.com

AFFORDABLE CLEAN-OUTS

Attics, Garages Senior Discount, Free Estimates (302)462.0895

Seabrook community yard & bake sale. Household and holiday items, furniture, clothing, books, accent pieces, crafts, etc. Millsboro, 19966. GPS reference: 28018 Alderwood Loop.

❏ Sat., Oct. 7 7-1

RAIN OR SHINE

Bethany Forest community. Multi-family. Household items, sporting goods, toys, and much more.

Dagsboro, 19939. GPS reference: 149 South Newport Way. West on 26 to right on Whites Neck Creek Rd. Continue straight to hard left, then immediate right into development.

❏ Sat., Oct. 7 8-12

Silver Wood community. Lots of great stuff!

Ocean View, 19970. GPS reference: 24 Thornton Drive. Off Beaver Dam Road, across from Bear Trap Dunes.

❏ Sat., Oct. 7 8-12

RAIN OR SHINE

Millville by the Sea community-wide, multiple families. Millville, 19967. Multiple entrances off of Substation Road.

NOT THIS WEEK

❏ Sat., Oct. 14 8-?

RAIN OR SHINE

Household items, kitchenware, boating & fishing equipment, tools, Christmas cards.

17 Longview Drive, Ocean View, 19970. Off of Woodland, behind Ocean View Brewery.

❏ Sat., Oct. 14 8-12

Woodland Park community.

RAIN DATE: 10/15

Ocean View, 19970. GPS reference: 14 Holly Lane.

❏ Sat., Dec. 2 CALL FOR CRAFTERS!

Millville Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary. If you would like to rent a space, contact Judi: 302.732.6061 35554 Atlantic Ave., Millville, 19967.

By Jan Buckner Walker

The Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults

1. A tall, old-fashioned clock that chimes every hour (or your mom's dad)

5. Tale as old as time: "Beauty and the _____"

8. Stars and stripes forever: It's the red, white and blue banner some people call "Old Glory"

9. He's the man who chiseled the Ten Commandments in stone (The bible says he lived to be 120 years old)

11. Dinosaurs that were omnivores ___ a wellbalanced diet of plants, insects and animals

12. Very old furniture, jewelry, books or other treasures

13. Jolly guy whose nickname is "Old St. Nick"

15. Old MacDonald had one (E-I-E-I-O)

18. A sparkling stone set in jewelry that can take hundreds or thousands of years to form

The across clues are for kids and the down clues are for grown-ups!

19. Did you know?: Your 1A's sister is your great ____

20. Galapagos _____ can live to be over 150 years old

21. It's the age-old question people sing at a birthday party: How old are ____?"

22. Ask your grandmother: Yoyos, pogo sticks and dolls are _____ that have been around for a long, long time

Parents Down

2. Despite the old adage, you actually can teach an old one new tricks (As it turns out, Rover is a lifelong learner)

3. Wedding words that envision growing old together: "____ death do us part"

4. Octogenarian's decade

5. Timeless attire: ____ jeans may fade, but they never fade away

6. Like ruins and relics and the

dynasties of old

7. According to the old saying, it waits for no man

8. Prehistoric souvenirs of plant and animal life, permanently set in stone

10. Citizen of a certain age (or high school student counting down the days until graduation)

13. Like the hair of an Old English Sheepdog

14. Old (and widely told) stories of heroes and gods, often Roman or Greek

15. Amazing architects: 6D Egyptians built certain pyramids with ____ sides, perfectly facing north, south, east and west (and all without using a compass!)

16. Clear sign that cheese might be past its prime

17. Whether good or not-so-good, the old days will always be in our ____

OLD-Fashioned Fun

Recently constructed property in excellent condition, fully-furnished, and move-in ready—just minutes from the beach. Open and inviting with high ceilings and plenty of natural light, adding to its spacious appeal. State-of-the-art designer kitchen features granite counters with stools, stainless appliances, and a sizeable pantry. Home features primary BR on rst oor, versatile loft area, two-car garage with extra storage space.

$835,000 (DESU2048656)

Call Sandra Erbe (c) 443-848-3004

Finding Your Dream Home

OPENHOUSE SAT,10/711-1

Walk or bike to the beach from this classic cottage in Bethany Beach. Nestled among mature trees on a quiet private lane, home features an open living area plus spacious sunroom. This 4 br 2 ba classic A-frame sits on a sizable lot (6,970 SF) to allow for future expansion or rebuilding. Come imagine the possibilities!

$799,000 (DESU2048378)

Call Nancye Vermillion (c) 302-500-9255

BAYVILLESHORES 3BDLAKEFRONT

BUILDYOUR DREAMHOME

GANDER WOODS

You decide-select from 2 large .63acre lots that are Available to Purchase-located in a quiet waterfront community offering large lots and custom homes built by local reputable builder- Morning Star.Enjoy the community pier- sh, crab, kayak, paddle board, sunsets. Close

NEWLISTING

3 BD 3.5 BA. 1.5 Garage Overlooking the Lake & Fountains. Immaculately Kept & MOVE IN READY. Beautifully Furnished. Sunroom, Lg Covered Patio, 2 Primary Suites.

Dual Zoned HVAC, Hardwood, Tile, Fireplace, Balcony, Pool, Tennis, Paddling Pool, Exercise Rm, Boat Ramp, Playground, Volley Ball, Walking Path.

$525,000 (DESU2044700)

Cindy Spieczny (c) 302-228-1450

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AGENT!

Email: Fenwickstar@yahoo.com

Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721

PRICEREDUCED

Rarely available meticulously maintained town home in the desirable community of Sea Colony West! Spacious with an open concept oor plan -3 Bed, 2.5 bath with garage overlooking nature-peace and tranquility are right outside your back door. Offers an abundance of outdoor living spaces- a private gated courtyard, private sundeck off primary bedroom and even an enclosed sunroom outback. Enjoy amenities galore- all that Sea Colony offers.

Asking $829,000 (DESU2046922)

Call Chrisy Tingle (c) 302-377-4159

BAYCOLONY

Beautiful Coastal Farmhouse. The quality craftsmanship of Live Oak Home Builders is easily exemplified by the 100% American Made Wellborn custom cabinetry, conditioned crawlspace, shiplap accent walls, luxurious trim package, and extreme attention to detail throughout. The coveted Bay Colony community features a community pool, private beach, marina, tennis, pickleball, and clubhouse with a low HOA fee.

$999,900 (DESU2041964)

Call Brad Absher (c) 302-214-LAND

Beautiful and well-maintained single-family home located in the luxurious waterfront community of The Overlook. 4BR, 2.5 BA home has been meticulously designed with great attention to detail. The home is intended for convenience with the kitchen, dining room, powder room, and great room located on the main level, leading to a large rst- oor outdoor porch facing the bay and wetlands. Gourmet kitchen equipped with a large island, two large granite countertops, ample cabinet space and pantry, attractive tile backsplashes, and stainless-steel appliances.

$960,000 (DESU2048032)

Call Sandra Erbe (c) 443-848-3004

Live The Vacation in the Wonderful Community of The Refuge @ Dirickson Creek! This beautiful 4BR/3BA End Unit Townhouse just sold for $5k above asking price!

(DESU2035870)

Call Eddie Rohe (c) 410-908-9137

JUSTREDUCED

35108 BURBAGE ROAD, OCEAN VIEW

Inviting Cape Cod Home nestled on a generous 1.5acre lot in Ocean View with NO HOA FEES!!!

Just 4.6 miles to Bethany Beach. Expansive 1.5acre lot allows space fro private swimming pool, RV & boat parking for outdoor enjoyment. With 4 BRs and 2 BA, this 2119 SQ FT home is a spacious residence and an ideal haven for families seeking both space and functionality close to Beaches and Bays. Wrap around front porch and plenty of room for parking. 2 Car Garage and extra large driveway/parking area. Home is NOT in legal subdivision of Bishops Landing.

$490,000 (DESU2045974)

Call Tammy Mushrush (c) 302-381-8868

Worked with Buyer on this move-in ready, gorgeous home that blends natural light, and an exquisite view. Stunningly well-maintained with low HOA dues in the perfect location between the Atlantic Ocean and Rehoboth Bay. Just off Old Landing Road, tucked away in this quiet neighborhood minutes from Lewes and Rehoboth Beaches. This completely upgraded home, with a spacious open-concept oor plan makes it an entertainer or chef’s delight that welcomes grand or intimate entertainment in the living space.

(DESU2044294)

Call Logan Burke (c) 443-797-9217

Ct.

35238 DOGWOOD ROAD #28

33314 ARGYLE LANE, BETHANY BEACH

18221 FAIRWAY DR., REHOBOTH BEACH

19338 LOBLOLLY CIR #11, REHOBOTH BEACH

34715 PORT COURT, BAY COLONY

38852 POINT DR #38, SELBYVLILLE

37166 GULL WATCH WAY #1314

20020 GREEN WAY, BETHANY BEACH