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By Mike Smith Staff Reporter The Indian River School District has terminated the educational administration contracts of Bradley Layfield, former principal of Sussex Central High School, and Matt Jones, the former assistant principal at SCHS — both of whom have been caught up in a scandal over the sharing of security video and resulting manipulated image of an 18-year-old then-SCHS-senior named Aniya Harmon, whose breast was exposed during an altercation in the school’s hallways. The IRSD Board of Education made the personnel decision last week, Layfield on Wednesday, Nov. 15, at an emergency closed hearing, deciding against returning Layfield or Jones to district schools following their months-long suspension with pay after the alleged sharing of the video that showed Harmon’s exposed breast and a resulting meme image. The question of a potential reinstatement or human resources review of Layfield’s and Jones’ paid-leave suspension came up during the executive session meeting last Wednesday. The IRSD Board of Education must decide whether to terminate a school administrator’s contract before Dec. 30 or be required to carry it, with pay, until the end of the

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CIB’s Collins joins Bethany stormwater committee By Mike Smith Staff Reporter Bob Collins — manager of programs and facilities for the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays, who has served as the property manager of James Farm Ecological Preserve for about 10 years — has been appointed to the Town of Bethany Beach’s Stormwater & Flooding Committee. He was confirmed by the mayor and town council last month and joined his first meeting Thursday, Nov. 16. Collins is a Bethany Beach resident, along with his wife, Kelly, and has previously served as the secretary of the CIB board of directors and chairman of its Citizen’s Advisory Council. He is also an accredited organic land care professional and a Delaware nutrient management consultant, bringing decades of experience to the stormwater and flooding team. See STORMWATER page A5

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Harmon lawyer: IRSD must settle case By Mike Smith Staff Reporter The attorney representing Aniya Harmon — the woman whose breast was revealed at the Sussex Central High School last spring following a hallway altercation in which her blouse was pulled over her head — believes the firing of two administrators at the school adds fodder to her civil lawsuit. “The IRSD Board of Education did the right thing,” said Emeka Igwe of the Igwe Law Firm in Wilmington and Philadelphia. “This is the first public acknowledgement of Aniya Harmon’s complaint, and this is finally a validation

Layfield Continued from page A1 school year in June, according to state law. Donald Hattier is a longtime board member and chairman of the IRSD finance committee, and has provided feedback on the potential to relieve Layfield from active service in the 10,600-student school system. The district named Judith Brittingham to serve as acting principal of SCHS, and she has been leading the 2,000-student high school since the start of the current

that something was very wrong” with this incident. “These two Sussex Central principals have personally attacked our client Aniya as some sort of money-grabber, according to Layfield’s counsel,” said Igwe of former SCHS principal Bradley Layfield, who was fired by the district this week, along with former SCHS assistant principal Matt Jones, both of whom had been placed on leave since May. “There is something wrong with what happened in that school or they would not have taken this step of terminating these two principals,” said Igwe, who earlier in his career served as a

prosecutor and now is the attorney representing Harmon. “We are pleased by the IRSD school board’s decision to terminate the employment of both principals. This is just the first step in holding them responsible. There is going to be a civil suit for accountability,” said Igwe. “We think they should never be allowed around students anymore,” said Igwe about his client’s position on Layfield’s and Jones’ future roles in education. “We all know that what happened to Aniya is outrageous. This is reprehensi-

school year. Bradley Layfield “did not have to create that racial problem at SCHS,” said Hattier in discussing the issue before the executive session on Nov. 15. “It was not a race-based argument when two women were coming after a young man who had let the air out of somebody’s tires at a high-school parking lot. The narrative about the racial fight and that being the motivation that led to the young woman’s exposure was entirely made-up,” Hattier said, “and for that reason alone I think we must move on.” “I am only one vote about restoring anybody’s job,” he emphasized, “but I

think the train has left the station now.” The vote to terminate Layfield and Jones passed with seven of the 10 board members in favor. Emeka Igwe, the attorney for Harmon in her civil lawsuit over the incident, also discussed the case this week. “She wants the behavior within the IRSD to change and to stand up for other students at Sussex Central,” he said. Harmon had earlier stated she did not believe Layfield or Jones should return to school administration.

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Layfield Continued from page A3 Thomas Neuberger, the attorney for Layfield, said this week, “Bradley will fight this at a public termination hearing where he will call student, faculty and staff witnesses. The firing violates his contract right to progressive discipline since he has never even been suspended or docked pay in the past. The firing violates his federal constitutional rights to due process,” Neuberger asserted. “I can explain the procedure for releasing administrators,” said Hattier, offering general terms only after the board’s meeting. “There is an administrator contract that runs until June. Delaware is a ‘right to fire’ state, and we

Lawsuit Continued from page A3 ble conduct, and it’s not a joking matter,” said Igwe of the meme generated from security video of the incident, which placed the image of singer Janet Jackson’s face on top of the image of Harmon’s body, referencing Jackson’s “wardrobe malfunction” during her Super Bowl performance. “This action is deserving of criminal charges; but we will leave it to the Delaware Attorney General, and we will need them to finish their investigation.” Igwe noted that Attorney General Kathy Jennings is continuing a criminal

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don’t have to renew somebody after June of a school year. We would have to nonrenew their contract now. Any date after Dec. 30 would make the employee eligible for suspension with pay through June 2024.” “The next thing is the notice of intent to terminate. That means you would not pay them for the time period from January until June, because you are going to terminate for cause. Then you must show cause and list all of [the causes] when you make an intention to terminate,” said Hattier. “Then, the employee has a right to appeal, and that needs to be heard by a hearing officer or the board of education,” he said. “We hire hearing officers — for a variety of reasons, for the

board’s protection and the integrity of the process. So, there will be hearing officer in this case.” “We are following the procedure by law,” said Hattier. “School administrators have a contract. If we don’t do this by Dec. 30, then the employee is already on the books for the school year. Delaware is on an annual year, and it’s specified to Dec. 30.” The IRSD would have to tell the administrator verbally, mail a letter, then send a certified letter. “That gives you the procedure, and that is the contract law, without naming a single individual,” he noted. “All of this just happened Wednesday last week, and so people need to take their time and look at applicable case law.”

“We cannot release anything. We have to keep this process confidential,” said the school board member. “We had two motions, with two persons who would be impacted by this decision,” he confirmed.

complaint discussion in the AG’s Office about the matter and that the investigation is not yet complete. “We want to reiterate that we want to see criminal charges against both of them brought so that others don’t have to experience what Aniya has gone through,” said Igwe. The lawyer then discussed the response by Layfield’s attorney, Thomas Neuberger, to the civil case, in which Neuberger claimed Aniya Harmon had “unclean hands” and had brought some of the personal embarrassment upon herself in engaging in a “two-alarm fight,” according to the response. In essence, Neuberger claimed Harmon had exposed herself in the course of the

alleged hallway brawl. “In the answer to our lawsuit, they say Aniya had contributory negligence or was somehow culpable on her breast being exposed, and this is just not true,” said Igwe. “There is no cause here, and she did not cause this action of sharing videos and caricature memes to happen.” “The attorney for the client Layfield is trying to defend him aggressively and in the court of public opinion,” said Igwe. “I would rather fight this in court than in the press.” “Going back to what happened last Wednesday, Nov. 15, this is validation that something wrong was done. [Neuberger] needs to take his focus off our client, Aniya, and now go focus on the IRSD Board of Education. But everyone here cannot be wrong?” questioned Igwe. “There was wrongdoing here, and it was worthy of him being terminated. There was clearly a breach” of responsibility, said Igwe. The focus now is to answer a motion to dismiss this case, said Igwe. “The IR school district filed a motion to dismiss, and our answer is due tomorrow,” he said on Monday, Nov. 20.

“We will have that answer in place. Right now, we have to win that motion to dismiss to keep the IRSD in this lawsuit and at the table.” “We will be moving quickly and schedule interrogatories and other witnesses” after the judge allows the case to move forward, in Igwe’s estimation. “I know the school board is going to come to us and try to settle this matter, which is what the IRSD should do.” “The IRSD School Board of Education is trying to distance themselves from this matter, but Brad Layfield and Matt Jones were still their employees. You cannot create that distance after the fact,” said Igwe. “While it may seem like we are on the same side because the IRSD Board of Education agreed to terminate Layfield and Jones, they are still the opposition in the matter of the Aniya Harmon civil lawsuit against the district and its two school principals,” he said. In discussing the press release issued by Neuberger’s law firm on Monday, Nov. 20, Igwe said, “We saw the statement. We are not going to get into a war of words with Bradley Layfield’s counsel.”

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Layf ield poised to f ight back “The seven Board ‘yes’ votes to fire him last Wednesday were irregular on a 10-member school board, which needed six votes,” Neuberger asserted on behalf of Layfield, “because two specific female board members should have recused themselves for reasons they fully know, and the five remaining votes are not See LAYFIELD page A5

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Stormwater Continued from page A1 Collins received a Friend of the Bays award in 2004 and has dedicated volunteer service since the late 1990s, all before joining CIB as a program and property manager in 2012. “I would like to introduce our new committee member, Bob Collins,” said Vice Mayor Ron Calef. “Bob is a town resident but also the manager of programs and facilities for the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays. We welcome Bob to the committee and feel privileged to have him with us. He was officially confirmed by the town council at the last monthly meeting.” “I am a 33-year full-time resident of the town of Bethany Beach,” Collins told the Coastal Point. “I have seen the flooding situation up close. I feel that I understand the challenges that the town faces. I hope I can offer insight, help the Town manage rising waters and communicate with other residents to make the town more resilient. Sea-level rise is an exis-

Layfield Continued from page A4 enough to terminate with a 10-person board. “As stated in August, this vendetta against a highly regarded and widely respected school principal is politically

tential challenge to the town, and the decisions we make now can help us adapt, as much as that is possible.”

Sea Grant warns of more frequent flooding, storm events Danielle Swallow, coastal hazards manager with Delaware Sea Grant, on Nov. 16 warned the stormwater and flooding committee that more storm events are brewing. “We are part of NOAA and a state-funded Sea Grant program to help towns with Swallow coastal resiliency. My role is in coastal hazards, including climate and weather hazards to the towns,” said Swallow. “I am going to give you some sobering information.” “‘Resiliency’ is a word that is being used a lot these days,” noted Swallow. “It means the ability to bounce back driven for reasons I will eventually reveal, and they violate his constitutional right to freedom of family association, because they are directed at his brother, who stepped down as board president under unjustified political attacks,” stated Neuberger. “The Layfield Legal Defense Fund

from disruptive events. It must be anticipatory — especially with climate and weather. We want to minimize the length and the frequency of disruptions, or how long before life returns to normal.” “Resiliency is helping our communities recover faster,” she said, “like providing shelter and safe housing, food access and clean drinking water. Bethany Beach needs to think about these hazards, whether it’s intermittent tidal flooding or some major event,” she said. “An aging road system may take longer to recover, but if it is maintained well, or if there is some [roadway] elevation, it will reduce the time that infrastructure and access is out of service. This includes our built infrastructure and our green infrastructure,” said Swallow. “We need dunes that can take on additional storm surge or even sea-level rise to attenuate waves.” If they are boxed in or compromised, they will not come back to full func-

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lower-level tides and our high tides are getting higher, and that rate is accelerating. This is tied to global warming, because the water warms and expands. Our local rate of SLR is twice the global rate.” Also, scientists can show the impacts of about 1 to 2 feet of SLR via the NOAA SLR viewer online. “There is an increase in frequency of storms and their ability to meander and stall. If they stall and take longer to draft forward, it can mean more wind and rain,” Swallow stated. “Our Gulf Stream is slacking, and so the water is higher along our coastlines,” said Swallow. “The ice sheets also have a lot of mass, with gravitational pull that is weakening, and the water is building along our coast. We are in a region that has more of this influence.” The U.S. government has a high level of confidence about what the area is going to see, noted the speaker. “We are looking at many different variables, including what the world will

do to rein in [greenhouse gases]. But we cannot control all of that and how the oceans will respond.” The U.S. will see as much SLR in the next nearly 30 years, or by 2050, as it had previously seen in the past 100 years, she added. “Moderate flooding will occur here, and we can expect at least 1 foot of SLR,” she said. “We are facing a paradigm shift. We need to look at hightide flooding days differently. The Town of Bethany Beach has a flood zone map on its website to show the specific areas of impact.” “Bethany Beach is doing so much to help its residents to understand the zones and the ways they may see an impact,” she said. “Weather extremes are being felt everywhere,” she added. “I know the smoke from the Canada fires were very noticeable for us in the beach towns.” “The biggest takeaway — our nation’s science community is saying that our response to climate change, while growing, is still not enough to meet the coming threats.” Sea Grant is thinking globally but also acting locally about this risk — working at the intersection of the hazards and the vulnerability. “People and property come first, and our built and natural infrastructure comes next. Who are the most at-risk populations, like our senior citizens or lower-income individuals?” she asked. “They may be more sensitive to risk.” “What are the freeboard ordinances that encourage elevation? The town code has to keep up with the risk. What is the condition of the local infrastructure? Do you have the ability to adapt here with maintained spaces?” Swallow asked the stormwater committee at the Bethany Beach meeting. “Being in the flood plain puts you at higher vulnerabilities. Your downtown and shopping area is mostly inside the flood plain,” she commented. “We have to invest in the civic and social community of our towns. There may be a storm event, like a Sandy, that could wallop the area. It could exceed the design of the infrastructure,” said Swallow. “Let’s build climate resilience into the town operations and understand how to educate people about risk.” The Bethany Beach Stormwater & Flooding Committee is charged with providing mitigation strategies to the town council.

Continued from page A5 tionality, said Swallow of dune structures. “Resiliency is an integrative and comprehensive thing,” advised Swallow. “It has to be infused in all aspects of operations and town planning. It’s how we design our infrastructure. Also, how will we carry out our emergency plans? What about the social and economic impact? Are the businesses here doing enough to think about how climate change will impact the local economic picture in Bethany Beach?” Stormwater and flooding has to be factored-in to the economics in the area, said the Sea Grant hazards specialist. Here are the hazards and the risks to the coastal towns: • Heavy rain events — “Last year we had 12.5 inches in Harbeson,” said Swallow. Average annual rainfall in

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Millsboro woman arrested for student contact By Mike Smith Staff Reporter Emma Brewington, 21, of Millsboro — who has served as a paraprofessional at Laurel High School — was arrested this week for allegedly sending explicit photographs to a 16-year-old who is a junior at the high school. She was charged with a felony count of providing obscene material to a person under the age of 18 and was arraigned this week by Justice of the Peace Court 4 in Seaford. According to the Delaware State Police, on Oct. 16, the Criminal Investigations Unit at Delaware State Police Troop 4 in Georgetown, received a report from Laurel High School alleging that Brewington — a Laurel High School paraprofessional — had sent ex-

plicit photographs to a 16-year-old student. During the month-long investigation, they said, detectives learned that Brewington and the student had allegedly been communicating electronically since September. “Delaware State Police was notified Brewington on Oct. 16, 2023,” said MCpl. Lewis Briggs, DSP community engagement and public information officer. “The arrest warrant was obtained on Nov. 14, 2023. The case now goes to the Department of Justice for prosecution.” According to police, the messages and photographs between Brewington

and the student continued until the student’s parent learned of the relationship and reported it to the high school. During the investigation, they said, detectives found on the student’s phone explicit photos allegedly sent by Brewington. Laurel High School Assistant Principal Mikell Reed this week referred all press inquiries to the Laurel School District. Shawn Larrimore, the superintendent of the Laurel School District, could not be reached for comment early this week. The Laurel School District handbook states the following about child sexual abuse: “Child Sexual Abuse is the deliberate exposure of a minor to sexual activity that the minor cannot comprehend or consent to. This means a minor is forced or coerced into sex or sexual activities by

another person.” Bill Woolf, a former FBI national director of human trafficking and sex crimes unit police officer, said in a recent presentation at a local church that online sources can create opportunities for abusers. “Kids talk about their vulnerability online,” said Woolf. “They are willing to keep secrets.” Signs of potential child sexual abuse include an increase or decrease in weight, changes in mood, differences in style of dress, sometimes dressing more provocatively, said Woolf. “The child’s brain cannot process this information, and it’s like they are having an out-of-body experience,” said Woolf. “There is a breakdown of trust in authority, and that creates the mental manipulation in these situations.”

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Library Corner Selbyville has a library poised for growth At this time last year, a day didn’t go by without a person asking me, “When will it start?” The “it” being construction

Lender Continued from page A7 training program claiming to prepare students for entry-level positions as software sales development representatives with “six-figure salaries” and a “job guarantee.” Prehired offered students “income share” loans to help finance their costs of the program. The Nov. 20 order also names two affiliated companies, Prehired Recruiting and Prehired Accelerator, that pursued collection on defaulted income share loans, Jennings said. The AG’s Consumer Protection Unit initially took action in early 2022, starting the chain of events that the led to the nationwide resolution on Nov. 20. That investigation began after Prehired filed nearly 300 debt-collection lawsuits in the Delaware Justice of the Peace

on the new building for the Selbyville Public Library. We had just broken ground and made a hard right turn by purchasing the neighboring property. Although the acquisition caused a ninemonth delay, the benefits of adding

more square footage and parking will outweigh the wait. Now, thankfully, the new question is: “When will it be done?” I cannot fault the community for their eagerness. In its nearly 100 years

of existence, the library has never had its own space. It began in a room, moved to a basement, then settled in for the next 60-ish years in the historic Townsend

Court seeking to enforce its income share agreements. Prehired started filing the lawsuits one month after forming two Delaware limited liability companies, including the plaintiff in the debt collection actions. Prehired voluntarily dismissed those cases after the CPU expressed its concerns in a March 8 letter that virtually all of the defendants resided outside of Delaware and had no practical way to defend themselves in the lawsuits. Just days later, Prehired began refiling those same cases on the Ejudicate online arbitration platform — even though students never agreed to arbitrate on Ejudicate. Once again, the Consumer Protection Unit acted quickly, seeking to stop the illegal arbitrations. More information about the Nov. 20 order can be found in a companion re-

lease issued by the CFPB today, available at https://www.consumerfinance.gov/abou t-us/newsroom/cfpb-and-11-statesorder-prehired-to-provide-studentsmore-than-30-million-in-relief-for-ille gal-student-lending-practices/. A copy of the federal bankruptcy court’s order is available at https://files.consumerfinance.gov/f/documents/cfpb_prehiredstipulated-judgment_2023-11.pdf. In addition to the work of its sister states and the CFPB, Jennings also recognized the efforts of the Delaware Justice of the Peace Courts for acting promptly to stay the lawsuits filed by Prehired against hundreds of consumers. Delaware DOJ’s efforts on this matter were handled by the staff of the AG’s Consumer Protection Unit, as well as former Deputy Attorney General

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Ocean City Monster Truck event on table Proposed event would take place in October By Hunter Hine Ocean City Today A fleet of professional monster trucks could be motoring around Ocean City, Md.’s downtown beach next October, pending a vote from Ocean City’s council. The Monsters of Metal Beach Brawl — a competitive monster-truck event proposed to take place on the beach just above the pier from Oct. 18 to 20 — received favorable recommendation from the entire Ocean City Tourism Commission at the body’s meeting last Monday. Next, the council will consider whether to add the brawl

to the 2025-fiscal-year budget. “The teams and the drivers — they will help significantly to put out [promotions] through their social media and all their fan base, and their fan base is [in] areas that we’re going to be bringing in, anywhere from Florida to Michigan, for people who will travel to see these guys drive,” said Frank Miller, special events director for Ocean City. Miller said that the event is expected to draw around 5,000 attendees and that some pre-planning for the event this past August has shown “plenty of interest” in the monstertruck community. The event would be a financial partnership with Jaclyn Disharoon Cooper and her father, Rick Disharoon, who owns a monster-truck building facility called The Metal Shop in Delmar, Del.

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Disharoon also drives the monster truck “Smokin’,” and has a television show called “Monsters of Metal,” on the streaming service Max, which features Disharoon and his team building a monster truck for the HBO series “The Righteous Gemstones.” Plans so far include an initial exhibition show and pit party with the trucks at the convention center, Miller said. “One of the great things about monster trucks and drivers and their teams is they are very, very fanfriendly,” Miller said. From there, the trucks could parade south down Coastal Highway on their way to the downtown beach. Miller described the main event as a head-tohead competition. Miller also suggested that local hotels could host trucks and their teams. Miller said Disharoon started contacting drivers in August about participating and started planning a monster-truck track for the beach. “The people that we’re going to be pulling from — most of them, actually — are on ‘Monster Jam,’ which is the televised professional monster truck racing series,” Disharoon Cooper said at the meeting. She also mentioned that they have already confirmed that the team managing the monster truck called Kraken — which has won several awards at

“Monster Jam” — is available and interested. Miller and Disharoon Cooper said the event would feature several levels of trucks, along with the higher-level trucks. “The type of qualification of drivers that we’re having is just professional level,” Disharoon Cooper said. The Beach Brawl would build upon Ocean City’s already stacked event roster for October. The October 2024 schedule, if the council approves the monster-truck rally, would be Oceans Calling for the last weekend of September and the first weekend of October, then the next weekend would be Endless Summer Cruisin’, which is followed by the Beach Brawl and finished off with Sunfest. Setup for Sunfest is lengthy and would be happening in the inlet parking lot while the monster truck event is going on, Miller said. However, the area where Sunfest holds its midway stage, beach stage and picnic tables is extensive, and can serve as a holding area for the monster trucks during the Beach Brawl, he added. Miller said that organizers have also discussed adding a music component to the monster-truck event. “We’ve got an opportunity to grow a really strong showing of professional people, as well as their fans,” Miller said.

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Santa’s Letters kicked off another season of serving the community with the delivery of the mailbox on Saturday, Nov. 18. Top left, Hailey and Harper Coll concentrate on making ornaments. Top right, Hazelnut Kline enjoys the festivities. Below, Selbyville Library Director Kelly Kline plays Santa’s Elf, snapping photos of Brayden HeckscherMcCourt and Tucker Heckscher with Santa.

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Shopping local just got a bit more interesting Do you need an excuse to shop local? No. No, you don’t. We all know the importance of shopping local. By spending your hard-earned money locally, you are distributing that money locally.That shop-owner might use some to sponsor a local Little League team or donate to a non-profit that makes a difference in your community. A local business doesn’t send off that money to help with the overhead of a giant corporation, and that extra money will go into other local shops and restaurants, keeping people employed and the community operation as functional as possible. Plus, you know... local shops and restaurants are cool.They’re different than the cookie-cutter atmosphere you might see elsewhere, and you are bound to find foods and items that are specifically available to this area. And that makes it interesting.

But there is also a little added incentive to shop local this holiday season. Starting on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25, and continuing the first three Saturdays in December, shoppers who visit participating businesses here locally can be entered to win a $500 grand-prize raffle and other in-store raffles, as applicable. Delaware’s Shop Local Extravaganza, an effort by the BethanyFenwick Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by the Coastal Point, was created to support local businesses in our area, and to generate a little buzz about shopping local over the holiday season. See how easy that is? All you have to do is visit participating local businesses and you can win — just like our entire community does when people choose to buy local in the first place. For a list of participating businesses, visit thequietresorts.com.

It’s time to take a deep breath and offer thanks It’s a bit of a tattle on humanity that we require a national day of thanks every year to remind us that there are things in our respective lives for which we should be thankful. Be it “keeping up with the Joneses,” always aiming for the stars or simply not appreciating the people and elements in our lives that do provide us joy, we tend to overlook the things for which we should be eternally grateful as we direct our focus to the things we do not have. And it makes sense if you think about it. We have it drilled into us from the Darin J. McCann very start of our development that it is important to never settle and to always strive for more. We achieve because we believe. If we don’t reach for greatness, well, greatness certainly won’t reach for us. It’s the very core of how we improve — both individually and as a species. But it is important to stop and take stock of the blessings around us, and to offer appreciation and thanks for those parts of our respective lives that deserve both recognition and gratitude. It does matter — both for our personal growth, and for those around us who truly make an impact on our lives. So, without further over-explanation of what I’m about to do, allow me to join the chorus of people sharing what they are thankful this Thanksgiving. • I’m thankful for “my girls.” You know how sometimes life can get to all of us, and you just find yourself looking for a life preserver or a “happy place” that protects you from all of the angst and frustration and despair going on all around you? My wife. My daughter. Those are my life-preservers, happy places and source of warmth in my soul. I could never fully explain how thankful I am for the two of them, but know that I am. • I’m thankful that the Baltimore Orioles appear to be a reallife Major League team again, and that they gave me a summer and fall full of hope and excitement. I won’t lie — it’s hard to stay enthralled about Game 131 of a 162-game season when your team is 50-80 going into it, and you consider it a minor miracle that they managed to win those 50 games. • I’m thankful to have a job doing what I love, in a community in which I love doing it. It’s not always a fun job, or an easy one. We’ve had to publish stories critical of people I consider friends, and there have been some ridiculously hard phone calls and interviews with people who have been suffering the loss of a loved one or something else that is excruciating in their lives. But I believe in the people of this community and savor every

second I get to serve as a cheerleader for all of the good that takes place here. • I’m thankful for peanut butter ripple ice cream. You know what? No need to pigeon-hole it. I’m thankful for ice cream, in whatever form or flavor it might take on. • I’m thankful for my sister, and that I was raised by parents who genuinely cared. Health and geographic separation haven’t always made things easy over the years, but I will forever be indebted for a childhood that saw an emphasis on love, fairness, self-motivation and reading. I’m also thankful that both of my parents knew when to launch a boot up my backside when I wasn’t acting right. Oh, there were times when I wished for less-strict parents. Those times are long gone. • I’m thankful for gold toes on socks — as well as red stripes, lucky charms and any other kind of identifying characteristic to help me pair socks. The struggle is real. • I’m thankful for the Lyons family, and all the branches that have formed off of that tree. Susan Lyons and I started working together nearly 25 years ago years ago, and she has graciously allowed me access into a family that has seen me gain several of my closest friends, one goddaughter and a family that feels very much like a natural one to me. If you know them, you know of what I speak. Special, special group of people. • I’m thankful that it’s pretty common these days for men to walk around with shaved heads. Having a hairline that resembles a Chia Pet on steroids if I go too long without shaving, and a general unwillingness on my part to try to wrap a long strand of hair around my head to try to fool the masses, just surrendering to the razor once and for all has been a saving grace. It’s also nice that people don’t necessarily think you’re a white supremacist for having a shaved head anymore. • I’m thankful for hope, in all its many forms. Life’s hard — and exponentially harder for a lot of people in a lot of different situations. It’s nice to have hope, be it in the form of the next generation doing it all better, winning the lottery, banking on the premise of hard work and determination winning out... whatever. That light keeps us all going forward as long as it shines. • I’m thankful for you, our advertisers and readers. You help keep the dream alive of a neutral party relaying information in a timely way, and afford us the opportunity to tell the stories of the people who make this community special. Thank you.

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Guest Columns The spirit of the season: Gratitude and thanks By Darren Silvis, Development Director Joshua M. Freeman Foundation Autumn on Delmarva means more than enjoying the beauty in nature’s art, changing colors to create inspired natural canvases. It means the season of harvest, of new beginnings and embracing change of what is to come. It is also the season of giving and gratitude, finding ways to create connection and community through graciousness. In the spirit of the season, I hope you’ll be inspired to make Freeman Arts Pavilion and the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation a part of your yearend giving and gratitude as we look

toward the future of creating opportunities to elevate the human spirit. You most likely know us for our summer concert season, which features about 70 performances with a genrediverse lineup showcasing concerts such as Styx, Cheap Trick, Darius Rucker, Brandi Carlile and Lady A, but did you know Freeman Arts is a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide arts access for all? Our staff works year-round to provide live arts experiences on Delmarva. Our organization reaches over 130,000 people every year through ticketed and free performances. These events not only take place during the summer sea-

son, but reach students and community members with off-season performances at places like schools and communitycentric locations, including libraries, Boys & Girls Clubs and more. Our Arts Access Initiative provides free arts experiences through our Arts Education and Community Access programs. Around 30,000 children on Delmarva, ranging from pre-K to high school, enjoy live arts programming at no cost to them, the schools or their families. These programs are funded through donations from community members, in addition to state and federal grants, so that everyone can enjoy memorable arts programs without the

barrier of a ticket cost. Without the generous support of these individuals and grants, we could not continue to impact our community through arts experiences, which provide joy, connection and create a sense of belonging. During the 2023-2024 school year, we will present eight programs in schools throughout Sussex, Wicomico and Worcester counties. These programs range from spoken word to visual arts, like drawing; dance and instrumental music, and even a musical theatre performance held at Freeman Arts Pavilion for students to attend as a field See SILVIS page A20

A father reflects on fathers and sons and life By Bob Yanchus Special to the Coastal Point In October, my oldest son reached two milestones: he turned 30 years of age and also married his high-school sweetheart. At the wedding, I sat and watched

him dance in the spotlight with his mother, my wife, each whispering private thoughts to each other, laughing sometimes and shedding the occasional tear. I watched with happiness and pride that he loves and respects his mother, but I couldn’t help feel a pang of envy. The moment took me

back in time, when my son and I seemed closer… Coming home from my work, Stephen would run to greet me, jumping into my arms and telling me the dozens of things that he experienced that day. We would sit together in a big cushy chair to read books and

watch “The Lion King” and other classics. We would lie in bed at night as I read him the three books he could choose each evening, and I would get the blankets just right around him after he fell asleep, kiss him goodnight, See YANCHUS page A20

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Staff Column Point reporter shares her list of gratitude for Thanksgiving By Susan Canfora Staff Reporter The 13th-century poet and theologian Rumi, whose words are literary jewels, advised, “Be grateful for your life, every detail of it, and your face will come to shine like a sun, and everyone who sees it will be made glad and peaceful.” It’s a powerful reminder as Thanksgiving nears this week and I focus less on what irritates me — and the list is sometimes long — and more on what I am grateful for. That list is pretty lengthy, too, even for a grumpy journalist. I am grateful for: • Words. The perfect description. A lovely phrase that makes me stop and reread for the sheer pleasure of rolling the words around once more. Phrases like the Mr. Rochester’s proposal in the classic novel “Jane Eyre”: “I offer you my hand, my heart. Jane, I ask you to pass through life at my side. You are my equal and my likeness. Will you marry me?” And philosopher Kahlil Gibran’s ex-

cellent advice about relationships: “But let there be spaces in your togetherness and let the winds of the heavens dance between you. Love one another but make not a bond of love: let it rather be a moving sea between the shores of your souls.” And poet e.e. cummings, “Love is more thicker than forget, more thinner than recall, more seldom than a wave is wet, more frequent than to fail “It is most mad and moonly, and less it shall unbe, than all the sea which only, is deeper than the sea.” • My houseful of cats, each with a unique personality and generally ravenous appetite, that entertain me with their antics. Xander, who’s 2 now, has a habit of sitting on top of the lid of the litterbox, swatting at his feline siblings inside as they kick 6 inches of litter out onto the bathroom floor. • The sound of a saxophone, especially when it’s played by John Coltrane, my faSee CANFORA page A18

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Letters Event a hit, thanks to many Editor: The Scholarship Committee of the South Coastal Delaware AARP Chapter had a successful Dine & Donate and Basket Auction event on Nov. 15 at Cottage Café in Bethany Beach, a member of the SoDel Concepts Group. This event was made possible by the generosity of the following merchants: Antique Prints, Bethany Beach Liquors, Bethany Diner, Bethany Polish Pottery, Blue Scoop, Café on 26, Candy Kitchen, The Coastal Cottage, Cottage Café, CraZyLadyZ, Creative Concepts, The Cut Above Hair Gallery, Delaware Botanic Gardens, Denney Electric

Supply, Dickens Parlor, DiFebo’s Market, DiFebo’s Restaurant, Diva Nails & Spa, Eclectic, Dogfish Head, Good Earth, Fins Ale House & Raw Bar, Fisher’s Popcorn, Flutterby House at Vines Creek Nursery, Food Lion—Route 54, Giant Food, Hockers Super Wash, Kathleen Luce, Kwik Liquor, Jayne’s Reliable, Lighthouse Liquors, Lord’s Mercantile, Made by Hand International Co-op, Melissa’s Dinner & Lounge, Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra, Pizza King, Millsboro Pizza Palace, Millville’s Pet Shop, Parsons Farms Produce, Patti’s Hallmark, Perucci’s, Pieces on Main, Porto Pizza & Grill, Salon on Central, Salted Rim, Seaside Country Store, Serendipity Quilt Shop, SoDel Concepts, Tidepool Toys & Games, Treasure Island Fashions, Vera Bradley and

Walmart, as well as donations from AARP members. The Scholarship Committee recently awarded two nursing scholarships of $1,000 each, to Tina Collins of Millsboro and Briahna Knuckles of Georgetown, students at Delaware Technical Community College, for the upcoming spring semester. It also gave a $500 scholarship to Del Tech to Samantha Grube of Millsboro, who is majoring in human services. Two $1,500 went to two 2023 Indian River High School graduates for the 2023-24 school year. Carley Topper is attending North Carolina State University, and Vicky Chan is attending Princeton University. Ida Crist, Scholarship Committee Co-Chair South Coastal DE AARP

Sorority thankful for support with event Editor: The sisters of the Preceptor Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi wish to give a heartfelt thanks and a hearty shoutout to the owners and staff of Bethany Blues in Bethany Beach, who recently hosted a Dine & Donate for our organization! Thanks to their generous support, we are able to continue our efforts to help local families in need, and raise money for our scholarship fund that benefits Indian River School District students. We deeply appreciate Bethany Blues for partnering with us in our community outreach! Sisters of Preceptor Omega Chapter, Beta Sigma Phi Ocean View

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Editor: We would like to express our thanks to everyone who made the Wine & Dine event to benefit Read Aloud Delaware held at Victoria’s restaurant on Nov. 2 a success. The management and staff at the Boardwalk Plaza Hotel and Victoria’s provided an evening of excellent wines and delicious food. Thanks to the owners, the Zerby family — especially Jeffrey and Jennifer Zerby, who are longtime supporters of Read Aloud Delaware. Kathy Townsend, Victoria’s beverage manager, emceed the evening as she presented the wines, and, as always, was a crowd favorite. Thanks, too, to wine representative Andrea Volk who generously arranged for the donation of Prisoner wines. Special thanks also go to chef Jared Martin and servers Lisa Welling, Lola Acosta and Adrienne Fulton, and Peter Ryan, manager of The Point Coffeehouse. The generosity of those in attendance will help Read Aloud Delaware to continue its mission to create lifelong impact through early childhood literacy. The vision is for every child in Delaware to have the fundamental literacy skills to succeed in school and life. Proceeds also help support the LENA Start program for children newborn to 3 years old. For more information about Read Aloud Delaware, contact our Georgetown office at (302) 856-2527. Stacy Penaranda, Sussex County Coordinator P.J. Kotowski, Sussex County Committee Read Aloud Delaware

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ARBOR-LYN IS MORE THAN JUST HOME. Locals who live and work in Rehoboth Beach sure know a good thing when they see it, which is why Michelle Long, owner of Salvaged, Willow Marie & Mood Design Studio, chose Arbor-Lyn. This community checked all the boxes for its sought-after zip code, proximity to downtown Rehoboth, ample amenities, energy-efficient Schell homes and close-knit community feel.

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Canfora Continued from page A15 vorite jazz musician. If you never took time to get lost in “A Love Supreme,” give yourself the opportunity. • Autumn. My driveway is covered in leaves, meaning I have to either hire somebody to rake or blow them into neat piles or do it myself. It’s a chore, my neighbors and I tell each other as we lean on our rakes and shake our heads. But we like it more than we admit. There’s a connection to the earth

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while we’re raking leaves. The crisp air, warmth of the sun, chatting with neighbors as they walk past with their dogs, smell of rich dirt, memories of taking a running leap and jumping into them as a child. It’s as much tradition as Thanksgiving Day. • That 1 p.m. glass of icy Coke I look forward to every afternoon. The sweetness, the bubbles, the caffeine that keeps me writing in a career I have loved for more than 40 years. • The privilege of working with the dedicated staff of Coastal Point. In recent years, journalists have been less re-

spected and trusted, and there has been an upswing in comments like, “You can’t trust the media” and “If you want to have a good day, don’t pick up the newspaper or watch the news on TV.” Be grateful, very grateful, for a press that continues to keep you informed, of both good and bad news, because you should know and we have every right to tell you. • Shiny pennies. • A freshly ironed shirt. I might be in the minority, but I still iron. With steam and a spray bottle filled with water. A nice crease makes a statement.

• That first slice of pumpkin pie of the fall season, buried in a mound of whipped cream. This Thanksgiving, from my humble home to yours, I wish you all the blessings of a bountiful holiday. “Persist in gratitude,” Rumi reminded us, “and you will slowly become one with the Sun of Love, and Love will shine through you its all-healing joy. “The path of gratitude is not for children; it is path of tender heroes, of the heroes of tenderness who, whatever happens, keep burning on the altar of their hearts the flame of adoration.”

View Police Department and the Ocean View EMTs. Many people have never had the opportunity to meet the brave and selfless people who provide emergency services in Ocean View, as I did On May 7, 2023. I called 911 for my husband, Joseph Teti, RIP, who was a resident of Ocean View for over 25 years. My hus-

band suffered cardiac arrest, and if it wasn’t for the quick response of the Ocean View teams, my husband wouldn’t have lived 82 glorious days longer. I would like to personally thank the four Ocean View EMTs that came to my house, namely: Trei Vaughn Topping, Eric Vople, Jerry Carter and Nick Jone. Also, the Ocean View policemen, namely:

Mark Burton and Dylan Murphy. These people are heroes in my eyes! Perfect role models for our children. Thank God for people like you in this world. Happy Thanksgiving! With much thanks. Kathy Teti & Family Ocean View

WCOK grateful for support with fund Editor: The Women’s Club of the Keenwicks (WCOK) would like to thank all the businesses who contributed to the success of our annual auction/luncheon to benefit our scholarship fund. There were 280 women who supported this event. For the last 20 years, we have given numerous scholarships to girls graduating from Indian River High School. Due to the generosity of our members, guests and the businesses below we will again be able to provide scholarships this year: Armands by the Sea, Fox Theaters, Tractor Supply—Millsboro, Beach Liquors, Giant Food, Vera Bradley— Rehoboth, Berlin Car Wash, Harris Teeter, Beach Outlets, Bethany Boathouse, Hooked Restaurants, Weis Market, Bethany Diner, Home Depot, West Line Liquors, Bethany Florist, House of Sauce, Wockenfuss Candies, Big Liquor Store, Jimmy’s Kitchen, Billy’s Sub Shop, Knights of Columbus, BJ’s, Friday Night Bingo, Cactus Café, Lady & Mane Barbershop, Casual Design Furniture, L’Ete & Co., China Chef, China Express, Lobster Shanty, Countryside Café, Lord’s Mercantile, Crabcake Factory, Mary Francis Vacca, Cripple Creek Golf & Country Club, Maxim Hair & Nails, Mio’s, Dennis’ Treasure House, Nicola Pizza, Dirty Harry’s, Old Pro Golf, Donna’s Cut & Curl, Pampered Chef—Robin, Energy Gym, Moylan, Fat Vinny’s, Patti’s Hallmark Shop, Fenwick Float-ors, Perucci’s Italian Restaurant, Fenwick Hardware, Salt Pond Golf Club, Fins Hospitality Group, Sea Shell City, Fisher’s Popcorn—Fenwick, Sedona Restaurant, Food Lion, Southern Delaware Brewing, Forgotten 50 Distilling—Berlin, Sweet Disposition. Thank You! Judy Boston, President Women’s Club of the Keenwicks

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Yanchus Continued from page A14 and walk out of his room knowing I was the luckiest man on the planet. The change from little boy to manhood must have happened slowly, as it was over a number of years, but now it seems it occurred in a flash. When coaching him in Little

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ideas to our organization so that we can continue supporting the community at large. Providing this kind of experience to teachers has been an exciting endeavor of increasing arts access for all, and through many unique opportunities. We’re also excited to share that we’ve expanded our ticketed performances in the off-season. This fall, we held a sound-healing event, and we will host a holiday cabaret performance soon. Both events provide new experi-

ences for fans of the summer concert lineup while still being accessible to the general public. So where does the giving come in, and how can you help? As a nonprofit, the community’s support is imperative and vital to our mission. Supporting our organization and the work we do for our community at large can be as a ticket buyer, a volunteer or donor. At this time of year, a monetary donation can be the most effective way to support our mission. A gift of any amount

can make a significant impact and helps us maintain our high-quality arts programming and vision of transforming lives through the arts. Visit freemanarts.org to make a donation today. Thank you in advance for your consideration of support — your contribution this holiday season will change lives right here on Delmarva. We are excited for our growing impact, and we look forward to the journey with our community that will get us there.

League, his home runs meant I could expect hugs and grins back in the dugout. After home runs in high school, I would hope for a nod of acknowledgement and the occasional “high-five” after the game. Playing college baseball found me watching up in the stands, too far away, both figuratively and literally, to know if he tried to catch my eye when crossing home plate after the occasional

“dinger.” But it wasn’t just Stephen who changed. As he got faster, smarter and more athletic than me, I desperately tried to remain competitive. When he was first playing tennis, I would call in his shots that were out so he would not get discouraged. As he improved, the shots were called accurately — in if in, out if out. Finally, as his game blew past my level of play, I would call his “in”

shots “out,” blatantly cheating so I might not lose too badly. Stephen smirked in amusement at my desperation. There was something terribly special about his first years, when we would walk around the block, he on my shoulders, and he was able to reach lofty tree branches only because of me. And when he would take my hand to walk through crowded parks, carnivals and stadiums, knowing I would keep him safe. We still shake hands with the quick “bro hug,” but the physical contact is not the same. And that is how it should be. Fathers-to-be, take note. Of course we want our sons to become men. But don’t rush through those first years of intimacy with your boy that will fade into adulthood. As the dance is ending, and Stephen twirls his mom one final time, I feel contentment from thinking about the past. I know that Stephen is happy today, with nothing but optimism about the future. And I know that he loves me. And that I love him.

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State to receive $4M federal grant for DelDOT On Monday, Nov. 20, U.S. Sens. Tom Carper and Chris Coons and U.S. Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester (all DDel.) announced that the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) will receive a $4 million grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Advanced Digital Construction Management Systems grant program. In August, Carper, Coons, and Blunt Rochester sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation in support of DelDOT’s application. The Advanced Digital Construction Management Systems grant program was created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law — legislation championed by Carper, Coons and Blunt Rochester in Congress. With the funding, DelDOT will automate data collection processes that can reduce time spent on laborintensive and routine activities at worksites while freeing up time for

higher-skilled work. By harnessing accurate, real-time data about construction projects, agency inspections and quality control measures, these enhancements can also reduce workers’ exposure to hazardous worksite conditions and improve the safety of employees and the public traveling through work zones, officials said. “No one working to rebuild our roads should have to worry about being in harm’s way on the job,” said Carper, chairman of the Senate Environment & Public Works Committee. “Thanks to the transformational Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we are rebuilding Delaware’s infrastructure in a way that’s smarter, safer and more resilient. Today’s announcement will go a long way toward helping DelDOT continue improving our roads, highways, and bridges with fewer delays and at lower costs, all while improving worker safety.” “President Biden’s Bipartisan Infra-

structure Law continues to deliver for Delawareans,” said Coons, “this time by helping our state collect and process accurate data that will help us build and repair roads and bridges more efficiently and save the lives of workers, drivers and passengers. DelDOT is at the forefront of using accurate, reliable data to improve the ways the First State builds transportation infrastructure, and these funds will ensure we remain on the cutting edge across the country.” “Last week, we celebrated the twoyear anniversary of the enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law — a once-in-a-generation investment in our transportation, clean energy and broadband infrastructures that I proudly championed in Congress,”

said Blunt Rochester. “Since then, DelDOT has been hard at work upgrading our state’s roads, bridges and highways. This grant will allow DelDOT to utilize a data-driven approach to increase project efficiency, effectiveness, sustainability and safety as they lead the way into the future of transportation infrastructure construction.” Delaware Secretary of Transportation Nicole Majeski added, “DelDOT continues to utilize new technology to make our work zones safer and more efficient. We are grateful for the support of our congressional delegation as we make substantial infrastructure investments statewide for our multimodal transportation system.”

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Victorian Christmas decorations, to a three-story canalfront contemporary home decorated with art, antiques, and Italian crystal chandeliers and wallpaper. The tour will offer the opportunity to experience one of the oldest houses in Lewes, which combines three houses that were moved to its current location in the 1960s. The

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oldest section dates from the late 17th century, partnered with two separate small homes built in the 18th century. The Holiday House Tour of Lewes allows ticketholders the rare occasion to tour the building that once housed the first bank in Lewes, now restored as close as possible to its 1850 original structure by the current homeowner. The tour will also take visitors to a pre-1790 cottage with a chef ’s kitchen, and to two Victorian homes, each restored to their 1902 glory. Also on the tour is a 1950s-era home with European white oak floors. The Holiday Tour will also include the circa-1739 Maull House and the Children’s Beach House, founded by Lydia Chichester du Pont. Tickets for the House Tour cost $35 and are predicted to sell out before the day of the Tour. Each ticket will provide one-time admission to tour all homes between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. A detailed guidebook with descriptions of each property on the tour will serve as the admission ticket and can be picked up at the Lewes Historical Society prior to the tour. The Lewes Historical Society will be holding its annual Holiday Village & Market in conjunction with the House Tour, at 110 Shipcarpenter Street from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the same day. People can take advantage of a preview during the First Friday celebration at LHS’s main campus on Dec. 2, from 4 to 7 p.m. The event will host a variety of specialty food vendors, as well as a dozen local artisans selling holiday gifts. Several local farms will be at the Market on Saturday, bringing live alpacas and sheep, along with locally sourced products. LHS’s traditional greenery and holiday decorations sale will be held in the barn on both Friday night and Saturday. Award-winning chili will be available Saturday until it is sold out. The Holiday Village & Market is free to the public and will offer guests a chance to see the collection of historic buildings on the property for free. For more information or to purchase a ticket for the Tour, visit www.historiclewes.org.

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Poultry owners urged to take precautions due to HPAI The Delaware Department of Agriculture is urging all poultry owners, including commercial producers and backyard flock owners, to take precautions to protect their flocks from disease after a commercial broiler flock in Caroline County, Md., was preliminarily confirmed to have tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Further confirmation from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory was pending on Tuesday, Nov. 21. Avian influenza is an airborne respiratory virus that spreads easily among chickens through nasal and eye secretions, as well as manure. The virus can be spread in various ways from flock to flock, including by wild birds, through contact with infected poultry, by equipment, and on the clothing and shoes of caretakers.

Avian influenza can infect poultry, such as chickens, ducks, turkeys, pheasants, geese and guinea fowl, and is carried by some wild bird species, such as ducks, geese, shorebirds and raptors. Wild birds typically do not show signs of illness but can shed the virus at high levels in their manure or droppings if infected. In fact, 1 gram of contaminated manure (enough to cover a dime) can infect 1 million birds. Therefore, Delaware poultry is at risk from exposure if they can access areas where free-flying waterfowl and wild birds are in the environment. Additionally, if a person steps in contaminated manure while out and about, they can bring the virus back to their domesticated birds, where the birds can eat it, causing infection. Biosecurity refers to everything people can do to protect their flock to stop any-

thing that causes disease away from the birds, property and people. Anyone raising or working around poultry should follow these key biosecurity practices, officials said: • Wear designated farm clothing and shoes when working with your birds, or use disposable shoe coverings each time you enter your flock area. If you have multiple chicken houses, have a dedicated pair of footwear that you keep in each house. Use footbaths before entering a chicken house. • Wash your hands before and after working with your birds to reduce the chance of spreading infectious particles. • Clean and disinfect any equipment or bird housing/coops before bringing them onto your property. Avian influenza can survive in manure for several months, especially with high moisture and low

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temperatures. • Starlings, songbirds, vultures and other raptors can be carriers of avian influenza and not show signs of disease. Consider hanging a bird deterrent in the poultry house doorway when working in the poultry house while doors are open. • Wash your vehicles and trailers after visiting other poultry facilities and go through a car wash before you return home. • Keep visitors to a minimum. Only allow those responsible for caring for your flock to come in contact with the birds. Limit, monitor and record any movement of people, vehicles or animals on or off your farm using a logbook. If visitors had contact with other poultry, have pet birds, or had contact with wild birds (e.g., hunting), do not let them come in contact with your flock. • When adding birds to your flock, purchase them from a reputable source. The baby chicks purchased at local farm stores come from NPIP-certified flocks tested and shown to be free from avian influenza. When they are 2 weeks old, these chicks will typically leave the store with their new owner, so they are considered low-risk for having the disease. However, they are more susceptible to contracting the virus from their new environment once they are about 3 weeks old. • Make sure to keep new birds or returning show birds separated from established home flocks for 30 days. The Delaware Department of Agriculture requires the registration of all locations where live poultry is kept, which allows timely information on disease incidents to be sent to all producers. If you have not registered your flock, visit https://de.gov/poultry to access the Backyard Flock Registration Form. No matter the size, all poultry farms should be monitoring flocks for any signs of increased mortality. Pay particular attention to see if any birds show signs of respiratory illness or distress, such as sneezing, gasping for air, coughing, and/or runny nose. Other signs of HPAI in poultry can include swelling around the eyes, neck and head; purple discoloration of the wattles, combs and legs; tremors, drooping wings, circling, twisting of the head and neck, or any combination; watery, green diarrhea; lack of energy, poor appetite; and a drop in egg production, or soft or thin-shelled, misshapen eggs. If you have sick poultry or experience increased mortality in your flock: • Commercial poultry producers should follow the procedures of contacting the company they grow for when they notice signs of disease. • Delaware backyard flock owners who notice any signs of HPAI in their flock should call the Delaware Poultry Health Hotline at (302) 698-4507 or email poultry.health@delaware.gov and provide your contact information, flock size, location and concerns.

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Film Society presents Calagione with award As part of the Rehoboth Beach Film Society’s 25th Silver Screen Anniversary of their Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival, held Nov. 8-12, Mariah Calagione was presented with a Legacy Award in recognition of her work with the film society over the past 25 years. Calagione was a founding member of the RBFS, which was formed in 1998 with a mission to create an annual fall independent film festival in Rehoboth Beach that same year. She went on to serve as the 2001 society board president. Over the past 25 years, Calagione has supported the society through her philanthropic work and in her capacity as the co-founder of Dogfish Head Brewery. Calagione’s volunteer leadership was tremendously helpful in the festival’s early years, RBFS representatives said, but it didn’t stop there, as she continued to consistently sponsor the organization’s annual fall film festival production in the years that followed. As part of the 2019 acquisition of Dogfish Head by Boston Beer, the Calagiones’ reaffirmed their local philanthropic roots by devoting a percentage of the acquired Boston Beer stock in the establishment of a foundation to fund various local charitable programs. “We are very fortunate to be on the receiving end of Mariah’s passion and generosity. She has truly made a lasting and impactful contribution to the Film Society year after year. It is for these reasons that we presented her with a Legacy Award,” said RBFS Executive Director Helen M. Chamberlin. As part of the film society’s 25th Silver Screen Anniversary this year, organizers said, it was only appropriate to take a look back at the organization’s founders. The society hosted a Founders Reception on the festival’s opening night

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Rehoboth Beach Film Society Board President Amy Grace, left, and Rehoboth Beach Film Society Executive Director Helen Chamberlin, right, present the Legacy Award to Mariah Calagione, center. and welcomed back original members including Rob Rector, Barry Becker and Mariah Calagione. The brief history of its formation and the full list of founding members is available at https://www.rehobothfilm.com/aboutus-history-and-mission. RBFS provides opportunities for film enthusiasts and diverse audiences to convene and celebrate cinematic achievement during events such as the annual Fall Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival.

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AAA issues warning on impaired drivers With nicknames like “Blackout Wednesday” and “Drinksgiving,” the night before Thanksgiving has developed a reputation for heavy alcohol consumption and binge drinking, AAA representatives noted this week. And that trend isn’t isolated to the evening before the holiday. Unusually heavy traffic and the effects of holiday revelry and bar crawls are recognized as the biggest culprits behind the increase in drunk-driving crashes during the Thanksgiving holiday period. In addition to alcohol, use of illegal drugs, prescription medications and over-the-counter medications can impair driving. Heavy consumption of alcohol and drugs is prevalent throughout the holiday weekend, they said, leading to an increased risk of impaired driving crashes on already-crowded roadways. “With more than 49 million Americans projected to be on the roadways during the long holiday weekend, those choosing to drive impaired are not only endangering themselves, but millions of others as well,” said Jana Tidwell, manager of public and government affairs for AAA Mid-Atlantic. More than 830 people died nationwide in crashes involving a drunk driver over the Thanksgiving holiday period — Wednesday through Sunday — from 2017 to 2021, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Drivers involved in fatal crashes during nighttime hours are four times as likely to be impaired compared to those involved in daytime fatal crashes. Impaired driving also endangers the lives of law-enforcement, tow-truck operators, emergency response teams and others working at the side of the road. “It’s never OK to get behind the wheel of a vehicle when you are buzzed, drunk or otherwise impaired,” Tidwell

added. “The risk of injury or death for yourself, passengers and others on the roadway is not worth it, especially when there are options for you to get home safely. AAA wants everyone to enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday with their friends and family, and not have to deal with the horrific devastation caused by impaired driving.” AAA, and other traffic safety partners, work year-round to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving in an effort to reduce traffic-related crashes and injuries. There are a number of steps motorists and others can take this Thanksgiving holiday to prevent impaired driving from turning the holiday into tragedy: • Remember that buzzed driving is drunk driving. Don’t risk it. • Never let friends or family drive if they are impaired. • Always buckle up. It offers your best chance of survival in a fatal crash. • If you suspect that another motorist is impaired, contact law-enforcement. • Designate a safe and sober driver, or download a ride-share app before the celebrating begins. • If you don’t have a designated driver, plan to call a cab or a ride-share service or use public transportation. • If you’re hosting a holiday party, offer festive non-alcoholic drink options for your guests and those serving as designated drivers. • Get sober before getting behind the wheel. Only time works — not coffee nor cold showers. It takes about one hour to burn off an average drink. Five ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer or 1.5 ounces of liquor all contain about the same amount of alcohol. “With so many options making it easy to avoid driving after drinking, it doesn’t make sense to take that chance,” Tidwell added. “Choose a designated driver or call a ride-share service and get home safely.”

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Obituaries Joyce M. Clark Joyce M. “Ms. Joyce” Clark of Millsboro, Del., passed away at home with her daughter Katrina by her side after battling Alzheimer’s disease and dementia for several years. She was born in Millsboro, Del., on Sept. 14, 1940, to the late Walter L. Clark and Arzie Morris Clark. She retired from Omni Bank, which is now M&T Bank, where she was a customer service representative for many years. She was also an Avon salesperson and worked at Atlantic Sands Hotel, cleaning with her sisters and other family members. She was a member of the Nanticoke Indian Association and Harmony Methodist Church. She loved travelling to tropical islands with her family and friends, dancing and listening to music, laughing, attending parties and the annual Nanticoke powwows. She was an animal lover and is survived by her constant canine companion Benji. In addition to her parents, Clark was preceded in death by two brothers, Linford Clark and Norman Clark, as well as three sisters, Doreen Jackson, Yvonne Street and Loretta Mumford. She had two special dogs who passed over the rainbow bridge,

Coco and Ivy. She is survived by two sons, Gary B. Jackson (and Jo Ann) and Kim T. Jackson (and Terri); a daughter, Katrina Johnson (and Jeff ); and a brother, Roger Clark, all of Millsboro, Del. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren, Amberly Jackson, Kandice Twilley, Gary B. Jackson II, Kim T. Jackson II, Justin Timmons, Dustin Timmons and Jackson Taylor, as well as 17 greatgrandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. A funeral was planned on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023, at the Watson Funeral Home & Crematorium, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, Del. Interment was to follow at Harmony Cemetery. Clark’s life memorial webpage and her online guestbook are at www.watsonfh.com.

James ‘Todd’ Mumford, 52 James “Todd” Mumford, 52, of Millsboro, Del., entered the arms of the Lord on Nov. 15, 2023, as the result of an accident on the family farm. He was born July 11, 1971, to the late William Clifton Mumford and Constance Ann Mumford of Lewes, Del. Mumford was a member of the

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RBFS announces new films opening in Lewes The Rehoboth Beach Film Society this week announced new films opening at their Cinema Art Theater in Lewes: • “Killers of the Flower Moon” Opening Nov. 24, “Killers of the Flower Moons” is an epic Western crime drama produced and directed by Martin Scorsese, about unspeakable crimes on an Indian reservation. Based on David Grann’s bestselling book, “Killers of the Flower Moon” is set in 1920s Oklahoma and depicts the serial murder of members of the oilwealthy Osage Nation, a string of brutal crimes that came to be known as the “Reign of Terror.” The film features, among others, Leonardo DiCaprio, Rober De Niro, Lily Gladstone and Jese Plemons. The 2023 U.S.-produced film runs 206 minutes (with intermission) and is rated R.

Screening times are 1 p.m. on Friday, 3 p.m. on Sunday and 5 p.m. on Thursday. Admission costs $9 for members, $11.50 for general audiences or $5 for students (student tickets available only at the theater box office). Purchase advance tickets online at rehobothfilm.com or at the Cinema Art Theater box office in Lewes, Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. • The Mission Also opening Nov. 24, “The Mission” is a documentary that tells the story of a man’s fateful missionary work. In 2018, a shocking event made headlines around the world: a young American missionary, John Chau, was killed by arrows while attempting to contact one of the world’s most isolated Indigenous peoples on remote North

Sentinel Island. “The Mission” uncovers the story beyond the headlines. Through exclusive interviews and with unprecedented access to Chau’s secret plans, personal diaries and video archives, “The Mission” examines the mythology of exploration that inspired him, the evangelical community that supported his quest, and reveals his own father’s heartbreak as Chau’s youthful thirst for adventure became a fatal obsession. The 2023 U.S.-produced film runs 103 minutes and is rated PG-13. Screening times are 7 p.m. on Friday, 2 p.m. on Sunday and 6 p.m. on Thursday. Admission costs $9 for members, $11.50 for general audiences or $5 for students (student tickets available only at the theater box office). Purchase advance tickets online at rehobothfilm.com or at the Cinema

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Continued from page A29 ford had a deep love for sports and always gave his players the very best he had to offer, on and off the field. He never met a stranger, and his infectious smile, sparkling eyes, deep belly laughs and unwavering commitment to serving the community that he so loved will be deeply missed and forever remembered. Mumford is survived by his wife of 29 years, Danette Mitchell-Mumford; daughters Samantha and Macy Mumford; mother, Constance A Mumford; brother, Jon Mumford; and sister, Teresa Mumford. He is also survived by his in-laws, Danny and Kay Mitchell; and brother-inlaw Dean Mitchell (and Lisa); as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. A funeral will be held at noon on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, at Crossroad Community Church, 20684 State Forest Road, Georgetown, Del., with the viewing beginning at 9 a.m. Interment will follow at Millsboro Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested contributions to the Bethel Methodist Church of Dagsboro, Board of Trustees, P.O. Box 147, Dagsboro, DE 19939. His life memorial webpage and his online guestbook are at www.watsonfh.com.

Irene “Sue” Owen, 75, of Frankford, Del., passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, as the result of an automobile accident. She was born in Salisbury, Md., on August 1, 1948, daughter of the late Frank Edward Hudson Sr. and the late Blanche Audrey (Burton) Hudson. Owen was a graduate of John M. Clayton High School, in the Class of 1966. She was primarily a homemaker; however, she worked for several years at the Frankford Public Library — a job she thoroughly enjoyed. She was a voracious reader and enjoyed completing jigsaw puzzles. She also loved playing 500 Rummy and Uno with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Owen was preceded in death by a sister, Phyllis Shockley. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Jim Owen; a daughter, Bethany Winterbottom; four grandchildren, Garret Winterbottom, Kacey Winterbottom, Ryan Winterbottom and Scott Winterbottom; and her four siblings, Eva Stamey, Frank Edward Hudson Jr., Debbie Givens and Timothy Hudson. A celebration of Owen’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions in her name the Frankford Public Library, P.O. Box

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Charles ‘Charley’ Senick Jr., 76 Charles “Charley” Senick Jr., 76, of Millsboro, Del., and formerly of Philadelphia, Pa., passed away peacefully on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. He was born in Philadelphia on May 2, 1947, son of the late Charles Senick Sr. and the late Emma R. (Mills) Senick. Senick proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He continued serving his community as a Philadelphia police officer, retiring in 2001, with 31 years of service. After retiring from the police department and moving to “Slower Lower Delaware,” he soon got bored with retired life and once again served his community, as a funeral director’s assistant with Melson Funeral Services from 2003 to 2023. He will be remembered for his quick wit and great sense of humor. He was truly a big kid at heart, as he and his beloved wife, Mary, loved vacationing at Disney World. He loved spending time with his family, whether simply sitting around the dinner table, playing cards with coffee in hand, shopping with his coupons at the local grocery stores or going fishing. He was famous for his breakfast that he would make for his

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Brightening the holiday season for the military community As we enter the holiday season and Americans across the country look forward to spending time with family, thousands of service members deployed overseas — many to the Middle East in response to the Israel-Hamas war — will not have that luxury and will be spending the holidays far away from loved ones. Here is how USO Holidays programming delivers a piece of home to them, along with ideas for how you can get involved: 1. Care packages: A care package might seem small in light of the challenges of deployment, but for many service members, they’re a reminder that they’re not forgotten by Americans back home. Aside from standard USO Care Packages, which contain snacks or toiletries, USO Holidays Care Packages have festive treats and goodies, such as holiday candies, cozy socks and a warm beanie, that help bridge the gap between home and the frontlines. This year, the USO will deliver 50,000 holiday packages to over 250 locations globally.

2. Holiday traditions: Giving up treasured family traditions can be difficult. That’s why USO Centers and USO Mobile teams host holiday meals for service members and their families, complete with special treats ranging from pumpkin and sweet potato pie to hot cocoa bars. Each December, USO Holidays Cookie Week celebrates the time-honored tradition of baking and decorating cookies, putting service members and military families in the holiday spirit wherever they are located. Other seasonal programming can include tree decorating, arts and crafts, holiday-themed movie nights and ugly sweater competitions. Through these activities, service members stationed far from home can still make holiday memories. 3. Connections to home: Staying

connected to family during the holidays can be difficult for service members stationed overseas, particularly for those in or near regions in conflict such as Eastern Europe or the Middle East. The USO Reading Program enables deployed service members to record themselves reading a book to their child. Then, the recording and a copy of the book are sent to that service member’s family. 4. Happy travels: As most people know, holiday travel can be especially taxing. Thousands of service members and trainees from military installations across the country participate in the Holiday Block Leave period, many traveling through some of the busiest airports in the United States to be with their families during the holidays. USO airport centers can alleviate some of that

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a veterans’ hospital, where his brotherin-law lay dying, that he would provide them to patients — he has provided an impressive number of them: more than 168,000. At 86 years old, Maggio is continuing the ministry — nationwide and in other countries, including the Ukraine — with the help of volunteers from St. Ann Catholic Church in Bethany Beach, with one of his goals being putting a rosary and scapular into the hands of every school student in the country. “It doesn’t matter if they are Catholic. God will still protect them,” he said in an upbeat, gentle way. Maggio never expected to begin a ministry and had no idea it would grow as it has when he talked to the chaplain at the veterans’ hospital, asking him to put a scapular around his brother-inlaw’s neck, and learning the hospital didn’t have any scapulars — lengths of cloth suspended from both the front of back of the shoulders and worn to remind those who wear them of their commitment to the Christian life. Christians trust the scapular as a sign of salvation and believe it offers protection from danger. Generally brown and made of wool, scapulars have on one end the words, “Whosoever dies clothed in this scapular shall not suffer eternal fire,” and “A sign of salvation” is printed on the other end. Not only are they being sent to schools, but also to Sussex Correctional Institution in Georgetown for inmates there, to hospices and to the Catholic TV network Eternal Word Television Network, known as EWTN. They go to members of the American Legion, those suffering in the Ukraine, churches and students in Catholic schools, and See MAGGIO page A36

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Sussex Tech announces Students of the Quarter Sussex Technical High School administrators and teachers this week announced the Students of the Quarter. Student recognition is based on classroom excellence. Those honored include: Mia Tritapoe, Emma Cosgrove and William Flak, Taylor Whitlock, Haley Pickinpaugh, Natalie McFarland, Aimee Velasquez, Justin Met-

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and Medjugorje — a town in southwestern Bosnia, near Croatia, where Mary, the mother of Jesus, is said to have appeared and made sure scores of school children have received them. “I’d like to go to every school in the country. We did Delaware and Maryland, and New York is next. And we’re working on the Arlington diocese,”

Maggio said during a recent conversation with the Coastal Point. “It’s so important that children, that everyone, gets these rosaries and scapulars, with all the turmoil in the world today. Kids — we have to get them back to praying. And we are losing so many kids from religion. Anything we can do is important,” he said.

“It’s like a nun told me. She said so much bad news is going around that it’s good to see some good news that people are trying to help to make a better world to live in. It’s a 24-hour-a-day job, but I just love it. I get inspiration from doing it,” Maggio said. Maggio said there are now 17,000 people nationwide who make rosaries for him, and he gets scapulars from around the world. He and volunteers fill small bags with a rosary, scapular and literature explaining each, as well as how to pray the rosary, explained Maggio, a native of Baltimore who retired from the insurance business and who explains his mission on his website, at www.rosariesandscapulars.org. Some rosaries are made by nuns who belong to Our Lady’s Rosary Makers in Louisville, Ky. Others are made and sent to Maggio, free of charge. Maggio, who pays for postage to ship the rosaries, declined to say how much he has spent, categorizing it only as “a lot of money.” “We’re trying to get donations. The church sent us a few dollars. We are happy with whatever we get. We’ve been trying to get businesses to help out, and the foundations, if we could get help,” he said. To donate, call Maggio at (410) 218 2008 or visit www.rosariesandscapulars.org. A strong believer in the power of a scapular to promise protection, Maggio said anyone wearing one will go to Heaven and was quick to share stories that back up his belief, including one about a storm at sea years ago. According to Maggio, 40-foot waves buffeted a ship, making passengers fear for their lives. A young Catholic sailor took off his shirt, removed his scapular, kissed it and threw it into the ocean. The sea calmed, the passengers were saved and a wave brought the scapular back to the sailor, Maggio said. “In church Sunday, the priest gave me a compliment in front of the whole congregation. He was talking about the scriptures, when the bridegroom arrived and the women went out to meet him,” Maggio said. “The priest said, ‘Each one of us has to do something in this world. Like Andy — he’s going to get to Heaven, and God is going to say, “Come in. Andy. Come in.”’”

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Surfer Biasotto catching waves in Delaware, Puerto Rico By Mike Stern Staff Reporter The exhilaration of surfing is always there. Excitement pulses through his veins as he anticipates the next wave. The world disappears as Joey Biasotto uses his mind’s surfing radar and IQ to catch the next wave that he will skillfully ride toward shore. In nearly every session, there’s some sort of excitement, whether it’s the chance to try something new or because the onrushing waves are massive. “I get a rush when I see a good wave and I’m in a position to catch it,” said the 17-year-old student-athlete who splits the year between residing in Ocean View and in Isabela, Puerto Rico. “When the waves are triple overhead, with 15- to 18-foot faces, the whole session is an adrenaline rush.” Biasotto (pronounced “bee-ahsah-tow”) admits that paddling out to where the waves break is somewhat frightening, because it takes considerable exertion and concentration, and he never completely knows what to expect. “Once I’m out there and watching the waves come through, I know I’ll be catching one, so that’s always nerve-wracking,” admitted Biasotto, who surfs locally at the North Side Inlet, Bethany Beach and Ocean City, Md. “Then I have to paddle into position so that I can catch one of those monsters.” By then, Biasotto realizes that he’s fully committed to catching a large wave. “Seeing a set, or a large wave, approaching gives me an instant jolt of adrenaline,” the 5-foot-8 studentathlete noted. “Paddling for the wave is the scariest part — because when I’m lying down on my board, the wave looks so much bigger. At this point, I can’t back down, because I’ll get caught by the next wave. But standing up and making the drop is pure bliss. I don’t have anything else on my mind at that moment. I’m just trying to ride this wave as well as I can. After a wave like that, I always come out of it with a smile from cheek to cheek.”

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Smiling for surf ing success Joey Biasotto has been doing a lot of smiling recently. At the 2022 International Surfing Association Junior World Games in El Salvador, he recorded the highest heat total — 18.55 of a possible 20 — for the entire 16-and-under age group. He also has earned a spot on the Puerto Rico Junior National Surfing team in 2022 and 2023, and made the All-Star surfing team for the Eastern Surfing Association. “My father, Larry, started pushing me into the waves when I was just a toddler in Puerto Rico and in Delaware,” said Biasotto. “Until I was 12 years old, I would only surf a few times a year. I didn’t like it very much. Then, in the summer of 2017, in Delaware, I randomly started surfing again, but this time without any help to catch waves. I really fell in love with the sport when we returned to Puerto Rico from January through May.” Biasotto will be surfing competitively again in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, during the Thanksgiving holiday, at

the International Surfing Association world championships. The competition, which is the equivalent of the Junior Olympics, was set to begin on Thursday, Nov. 23, and will continue through the following Sunday, Dec. 3. “Our team has been concentrating on logistics,” said Biasotto, who has been training in Puerto Rico with his father during the past six weeks. “We are trying our best to compete as a team. It’s been hard getting all of the details sorted. But everyone is working very hard and doing an amazing job.”

East Coast surf ing differs from Puerto Rico Surfing on the East Coast of the United States is drastically different from riding waves in Puerto Rico, according to Biasotto. “Mainly, the waves are much smaller at the Delaware and Maryland shores, and the waves break over a sand bottom,” said Biasotto, whose family owns and operates six White Glove carwash and detail service lo-

cations in three states, including Delaware locations in Newark and Wilmington. “Most of the waves in Puerto Rico break over the reefs.” Biasotto said the sand-bottom breaks of surf spots on the East Coast tend to flow much faster and steeper than the reef breaks in Puerto Rico. “Even though the waves here aren’t as big as they are in Puerto Rico, they are more difficult to perform on. So, surfing here is actually great practice, because I am challenged differently than I am in Puerto Rico.” In addition, Biasotto noted, many of the professional and amateur surfing contests locally consist of mostly smaller sand-bottom waves that help him gain experience with that type of surf. “The waves here are not userfriendly, so I tell my friends that if you can surf in Delaware and Maryland, you can surf anywhere,” he added.

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A change of plans For as long as Joey Biasotto can remember, the Biasotto family has split the year between residing in Delaware and in Isabela, Puerto Rico. Locally, they live off Cedar Neck Road in Ocean View. Every January, the Biasotto family has relocated south to manage their rental-property business in Isabela — a town located in the northwestern region of the island, north of San Sebastián, west of Quebradillas and east of Aguadilla and Moca. “We returned to Delaware each May,” said Margie Biasotto, Joey’s mother. “We call ourselves ‘Delaricans.’ We make up between 30 and 70 percent of the population in Isabela, Puerto Rico.” Joey Biasotto attended Lord Baltimore Elementary School and was an eighth-grader at Selbyville Middle School in the fall of 2019, according to his mother. “The plan was for him to attend Indian River High School beginning in 2020,” she said. “We had just relocated to Puerto Rico in January. When COVID-19 hit that March of 2020, we realized that there would no longer be a football or a wrestling program at the school for some time. Joey was a quarterback in football, and he probably would’ve pursued that role at the high school level.” Under normal circumstances, Joey Biasotto would currently be a senior at Indian River High School. He would probably be playing on the Indians’ playoff football squad and looking forward to wrestling during the winter sports season. But because there was no way of knowing if or when it would be safe to return to Delaware, the decision was made the summer of 2020 to enroll Joey in an online education curriculum. “At that point, the football team at Indian River High wasn’t having summer practice or workouts,” said

Margie Biasotto. “We just weren’t sure what was going to happen with the season, so we enrolled him in the rigorous, challenging Enlightium online curriculum.” Joey Biasotto, who recently submitted his National Honor Society application through Enlightium, admitted that he misses those who would be his classmates, teammates and friends in Delaware. Fortunately, he has developed an appreciation for his online education. “Whenever my friends in Delaware return to school, I’m thankful for the opportunity to complete this type of curriculum,” said Biasotto, who is in his fourth year of completing the self-paced Enlightium curriculum. “It gives me the freedom to work ahead of schedule if I want. The only due dates for assignments are at the end of the semester. “I normally spend two hours a day doing schoolwork to stay on track, but I also work four hours a day when it’s required,” he added. “I love this form of school because I still learn a lot and I can do everything on my own time. I do have teachers for all of my classes, but the school’s goal is for the students to be self-sufficient, so I only contact them if I’m struggling with something.” Biasotto enthusiastically accepts the twists and turns that his life’s journey has taken. “If I were attending Indian River High, I would’ve never had the chance to fall in love with competitive surfing,” he admitted. “I would’ve had an entirely different life, in terms of passions and relationships. I am very grateful for the way God has been guiding my life. “With that being said, I loved playing football at Selbyville Middle School and in the American Youth Football League,” Biasotto quickly added. “My dad helped coach me in football, and I loved it. But COVID19 made the decision for me.”

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DelDOT announces new DMV director The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) this week announced its new director, Amy Anthony. Anthony began her tenure at the DMV in 2002 as a motor vehicle specialist on the front line in the Vehicle Services section. From there, she transitioned to the front line in the Driver Services section, and shortly after was promoted to driver license supervisor. Since then, her various promotions included the driver license helpdesk supervisor, driver license program manager, chief of driver services and deputy director, leading her to her current role as the director. “We were very excited when Amy

agreed to step into the role of director of the DMV,” stated Secretary of Transportation Nicole Majeski. “Her positive energy, knowledge and passion for the division of which she now oversees are unparalleled. She truly cares about her team and our customers. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for the DMV.” “Over the years I learned how much I enjoyed serving my community within my various positions but none more humbling than the one I recently accepted as the director,” said Anthony. “I look forward to working with our customers in my new capacity as we explore new ideas and implement changes that will create better experiences both in per-

son and online while continuing to ensure only safe drivers and vehicles are on our roadways.” Anthony officially started her new position on Sept. 1. Karen Carson, who previously held the position of chief of driver services, accepted the position of deputy director of the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles. The DMV is responsible for serving the residents of the state in four main areas, which include vehicle services, driver services, transportation services and toll operations. The DMV has four motor vehicle facilities, with single locations in Kent and Sussex counties, and

two facilities in New Castle County. Additionally, there are three main Toll Operations sites, in Dover and Biddle’s Corner for State Route 1, and in Newark for Interstate 95. The division is responsible for collecting more than $550 million in revenues annually for the Transportation Trust Fund. The revenue is generated with 625 full-time and part-time employees with an operating budget of $39.5 million. The division monitors and processes more than 917,000 registered vehicles, more than 712,000 licensed drivers, more than 100,000 ID holders, and more than 72.1 million toll transactions each year. For more information, visit dmv.de.gov.

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also sponsored Biasotto as a sales representative for the surf-wax company SexWax. “She took me onto their team before I had any real achievements in surfing,” said Biasotto. “She believed in me and saw my potential. I’m very grateful for her support.” In addition, Craig Cronin also has helped Biasotto by skillfully shaping his surfboards. And Raúl Hernández in Puerto Rico has also invested in the teen’s career. “Raul has always been a surfer whom I’ve looked up to, and he has always been very encouraging,” said Biasotto. “He owns a vegan energysnack company, Power Cookies, that he makes by hand.” Biasotto’s future appears bright, and his dream is to make a living riding the waves. “There are generally two types of surfers who earn money in a surfing career,” he said. “The ‘free surfers’ get paid to travel around the world and make ‘surf movies,’ which are montages of the surfers’ best perform-

ances. In addition, there are also ‘competitive surfers’ who earn their

living by competing at the highest level.”

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Thanking those who have supported and helped him Biasotto is quick to credit and thank several individuals for their support of his surfing achievements. He has dubbed his parents his “first and best sponsors.” He also appreciates the love and encouragement from his older siblings — brother Reece, 36, and sisters Alexi, 34, and Ramsey, 32. “I also have been helped considerably by Josie Graves,” Biasotto said. “I wouldn’t be at my current level of surfing without his help. Josie is my coach and friend in Puerto Rico. I started doing sessions with him more than two years ago. I’ve never met anyone with coaching abilities like his. He’s been a great role model, and has made a huge influence on my surfing and my life.” Graves’ mother, Barbie Graves,

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resentatives said “can be achieved only if all states are actively working to develop and implement robust protections and just responses to children and youth who have experienced trafficking. Through the Report Cards, Shared Hope is pushing states to ensure all children have access to protective care and services that help survivors heal and rebuild their lives.” “We applaud the progress that states have made in recent years,” said former U.S. Congresswoman and Shared Hope Founder and President Linda Smith. “At the same time, many states continue to struggle in their legislative efforts. This creates a wild patchwork of statutes across the country, with the number and quality of legal protections and responses literally all over the map. Regardless of

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Christmas cheer on display in the Rehoboth-Dewey resort area The Rehoboth Beach–Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Santa’s House is back on the Rehoboth boardwalk, and he has announced his hours. Santa’s House will be on the Rehoboth boardwalk at the end of Rehoboth Avenue for people to stop by and tell Santa their Christmas wish list, and take photos with their own cameras. (This is donationbased.) Santa will be in town (subject to change): • Friday, Nov. 24, 4-6:30 p.m. • Saturdays, Nov. 25, Dec. 2, Dec. 9 and Dec. 16, 1-3 p.m. • Sundays, Nov. 26, Dec. 3, Dec. 10 and Dec.17, 1-3 p.m. • Friday, Dec. 22, 4-6 p.m. • Saturday, Dec. 23, noon to 3 p.m. Dogs may visit Santa at his house on Saturday, Dec. 23, from 2 to 3 p.m. only. Reindeer aren’t fond of the wet weather, so in the event of inclement weather, check www.beach-fun.com or the Chamber’s Facebook account for updates on house hours. Sponsors include Sylvan Learning Center and Mudslingers Rehoboth Beach. Those with pictures at Santa’s House or the Visitor’s Center light display that they want to share can tag

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Members of the Georgetown/Millsboro Rotary Club placed American flags on The Circle in Georgetown, the campus of DelTech and three places in Millsboro, to honor the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces on Veterans Day weekend. The Rotary Club has been doing this for several years now as a way of saying ‘Thank you’ to the women and men who serve and have served. In all, 102 flags were placed at five locations. Pictured are the flag-placement crew, including Liam Briggs, a senior at Delmarva Christian High School, who was helping out for community service recognition; Mike Scutarri; Dan Tabler; Blase Gavlick; David Jost and Reid Beveridge.

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Ocean City transit staff facing electrifying mandate By Mallory Panuska Ocean City Today Resort officials may need to find a way to speed up electrification of the municipality’s transportation fleet as a potential state mandate targeting local transit systems’ use of internal combustion engines gains support. Transit Manager Rob Shearman said during a Transportation Committee meeting last week that members of the Maryland Commission on Climate Change have included a recommendation in their annual report to require all local transit systems to buy only electric vehicles beginning in 2025. Established in 2015, the commission is tasked with advising the governor and General Assembly on ways to prepare

for and mitigate the effects of climate change. Shearman said members of the Transit Association of Maryland told him recently about the fleet electrification mandate recommendation, which spurred concerns. “We’re not opposed to electric buses, but we just feel like that aggressive timeline is not going to be able to be met,” Shearman said. He explained that, while he believes Ocean City’s bus system will be easier to transition from diesel to electric because of how close the routes operate to the home base, many steps will need to be taken to support the change. “I just don’t think we’ll have charging infrastructure in place that quickly,” Shearman said. In order to receive federal money for

the electrification, staff must come up with a transition plan. Public Works Director Hal Adkins said the plan is needed for Ocean City to be eligible for federal dollars for the project. A cost study will also need to be completed. Shearman said the study can be implemented early next year, followed by conversations with Delmarva Power to determine the electric load needed and other logistical details. “Hopefully, this time next year, we’ll have a dollar amount on infrastructure costs and what the loads would look like,” he said. Then there are the bus-procurement costs, which Shearman said will be easier to calculate but still take time to put together. “We are still probably two or three years out,” he said of full transition.

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Sussex County League of Women Voters Membership Chair Sue Claire Harper, left, and President Martha Rothenberg, right, welcome guest speaker Kim Hoey Stevenson, center, to the November League, Libations & Learning social at the Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant in Rehoboth Beach.

Beebe welcomes Haupt to Route 54 primary-care location Beebe Medical Group recently welcomed primary-care physician Dr. Darlene Haupt, DO, to its medical staff. Haupt will provide primary-care services for children and adults at Beebe Primary Care—Selbyville, located at “Bayside Corner,” at the intersections of Routes 54 and 20. Beebe will open this new location in early December. A separate announcement will be sent out about the practice’s opening celebration. To make an appointment, call the office at (302) 291-6045. Haupt focuses on wellness and preventive healthcare, as well as comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of acute and chronic health issues. She is especially interested in women’s health, she noted. Prior to joining Beebe, Haupt served as a family practice attending physician at Geisinger Medical Center.There, in addition to her clinical responsibilities, she su-

pervised a team of physician assistants and was actively involved in training activities with medical students as a clinical assistant professor of family medicine. “It is exciting to relocate to Sussex County after spending the past 25 years getting to know the area, as a vacationer. I am comfortable and happy here,” said Haupt. “I love what I do and feel honored to take care of patients and help them reach their health goals.” Haupt is a graduate of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she graduated with academic honors. She went on to pursue a rotating osteopathic internship at Geisinger Medical Center, where she remained to complete her family medicine residency training. Haupt is board-certified in family practice and is a member of both the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Osteopathic Association.

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Grimes set to retire after many years supporting international artists By Christina Weaver Special to the Coastal Point Kimberly Grimes is known locally for her contribution to the coastal town historical societies, regionally for her work as a professor of anthropology at the University of Delaware, and globally as the owner of Made By Hand — a small but vital cog in the larger movement of Fair Trade. The common denominator that underlies the passion driving each of these endeavors is her belief that when life improves for women, society benefits. For the Ocean View Historical Society, Grimes served as volunteer director of museum development from 2016 until 2022, when the Coastal Towns Museum and Smithsonian display, on West Avenue, celebrated its kickoff. Her painstaking research through the centuries of documentation showed the important roles played by women as their menfolk were often working at sea for months at a time. Pat Weisgerber, president of the South Bethany Historical Society, indicated how instrumental Grimes had been when a recent discovery of a cemetery was made in South Bethany. “She knew exactly the right people for us to contact at the university and, as a result, a student who needed a project provided us with a very complete presentation.” Weisgerber added how pleased she is to have Made By Hand in the neighborhood. “It’s full of wonderful things that make the perfect gift for any occasion. Who would have thought that a small store in little South Bethany would make such a difference to peoples’ lives all over the world? Kimberly really is wonderful.” Grimes and her husband, Marco Hernandez, opened Made By Hand in 1996. “We first heard about the concept of Fair Trade in 1992, shortly after we were married,” said Hernandez. “Kimberly was working on her PhD at the University of Arizona, and we happened to be spending a couple of days in Houston. We came across this amazing looking shop. It had musical instruments from South America hanging in the front and colorful artisanal items throughout the inside. I was so excited, because I love music and knew instinctively that it was my kind of place. But Kimberly, always the anthropologist, had seen a sign indicating the shop was ‘Alternative Trade,’ and there was to be a conference about it at Berkley in California. She was intrigued.” Grimes was used to businesses being focused on the bottom line. But in this store, they said they focused on social responsibility and environmental

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Taunya Oates, left, will take over Made by Hand in South Bethany from current owners Kimberly Grimes and her husband Marco Hernandez at the start of the new year. Hernandez plans to continue working at the store after the change of ownership. sustainability, along with keeping economically solvent. “I was pleasantly surprised,” she said, “because if businesses, in general, adopted the ‘tri-line’ rather than solely focusing on the ‘bottom line,’ the potential for businesses to dramatically change the world for the better is huge! It was that realization that gave me hope because, honestly, I had always before been cynical about most business and all the destruction they cause.” Fortunately, the conference answered all her questions, and Grimes foresaw the future in the familyowned strip mall in South Bethany, where her sister, Rebecca Mais, had already established McCabe’s Gourmet Market. By the time Grimes finished her studies, she had settled on the name, Made By Hand, and completed her business plan with Fair Trade tenets as its foundation. Most importantly, she had made lots of contacts with others who were open to sharing their knowledge and the names of their artisans. Grimes explained, “Basically I learned that a store can be both profitable and equitable if you treat people

right. There is enough for everyone. We are members of the World Fair Trade Organization, which validates our tax statements. Half of our income goes to paying our artisans, of whom about 80 percent are women. “When Made By Hand opened, we worked with 400 family groups in six different countries,” Grimes continued. “Back then, most of the women we worked with had no higher than a second-grade education. Today, there are 150,000 artisan families in 28 countries and, now, their children go on to high school and some even attend college. Through education, Fair Trade has been able to break the cycle of poverty for the next generation.” Of course, each year is carefully budgeted. If there is anything left over at the end of the year, Grimes decides who might benefit from a little boost. For example, recently she asked her artisans in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, who sew rice bags into the colorful totes and bags you can purchase at the store, what they needed to help their business. “I was surprised that they requested two treadle sewing machines, as I know they usually use electric ones,”

said Grimes. “It turned out that power in their community is unreliable, and when there is no electricity they couldn’t work. Our $500 contribution made a huge difference.” Something that has been vital to the well-being of Made By Hand is the personal relationship that has developed between the artisans themselves and Grimes. Every winter, when Made By Hand is closed, Grimes and Hernandez travel far and wide to visit their artisan “families.” Taunya Oates and Michelle Roenke are both longtime Made By Hand employes who are also “family” members. And every winter they also travel to meet different artisan groups and represent Grimes. “I have worked with Kimberly for nine years, and the best part of my job is getting to know the artisans and watching their personal growth, as well as seeing how their products have evolved,” said Oates. “My first travel experience with Michelle was meeting our artisans in Thailand and Cambodia. In Guatemala, the group Mayan Hands was making basic purses at See GRIMES page B3

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Grimes Continued from page B1 first. But over the years, their products are much more elaborate and creative, and their self-esteem is much higher.” Until Grimes retired a few years ago from the University of Delaware, she led winter session tours of the Amazon Basin for anthropology students. Of course, visits to artisan groups were part of the adventure. Brittany Baker grew up in South Bethany and attended the University before becoming part owner of the Three Blond Bakers in Bethany Beach. Like everyone in the area, she knew Kimberly and Marco from shopping at Made By Hand. “I wasn’t an anthropology student, but on that trip to Peru, Kimberly became my professor in life itself. Watching her interact with her arti-

Garden center offers Build Your Own Holiday Wreath classes It’s not officially the holiday season until there’s a holiday wreath hanging on the front door, at least according to the Inland Bays Garden Center. But they’re prepared to help remedy any lacks, with simple instruction from Don Duca, Inland Bays Garden Center’s “Master Wreath Maker.” Participants will transform juniper, pine, fir, holly, magnolia and pine cones into a wreath they say “will be the envy of your neighborhood.” Bring a ribbon and learn how to make the perfect bow to personalize the wreath. Christmas carols, hot cider and gingerbread men aim to make this workshop a sensory delight. Duca has been making wreaths for as long as he can remember and has taught wreathmaking at Inland Bays Garden Center for many years. “Don brings out the creativity in everyone, helping reveal any hidden wreathmaking talents!” Sign up early, organizers advised, as these classes fill up quickly. Each class costs $45. Classes will be offered: • Saturday, Nov. 25, from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. • Sunday, Nov. 26, from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. • Saturday, Dec. 2, from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. • Sunday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. to noon. Register at inlandbaysgardencenter.com/events.

Coastal Point sans and their mutual love and respect was like watching old friends greet each other after a too-long absence. Kimberly had directly impacted the women by educating them about the benefits of working with Fair Trade, rather than being taken advantage of by WalMart-type stores. As women, they now are able to make money for their families, educate their children and be recognized as partners by their husbands.” Baker continued, “Thanks to Kimberly, we buy as many Fair Trade products as we can for our store, including our coffee and ethically sourced açai.” What a legacy Grimes has created at Made By Hand! It is a legacy of relationships, globally with artisans, locally with customers who are treated as friends, and internally by developing a succession plan from within. One could say, Grimes is leaving a legacy of love.

Grimes has decided to retire on Dec. 31. It is something she has been thinking about for years while unobtrusively coaching Taunya Oates to assume ownership. “Before working here, I did bookkeeping for an international jewelry firm’” said Oates. “Two years ago, Kimberly asked me about my plans for the future. Then she shared her goal of finding someone to keep our artisans working and continue the legacy she has built over 28 years with love, dedication and hard work. “Once the decision was made, my focus has been enhancing my relationships with artisans, and developing new relationships with other Fair Trade professionals. Fortunately, I’m already reasonably comfortable with the financial side of business. I’m very grateful to Kimberly and honored by her trust in me. I’m excited and a bit

B3 nervous!” Oates won’t be left alone without familiar resources on Jan. 1. Hernandez — always the team player, with his Latin charm, appreciation of different cultures and social media aptitude — has decided he is not yet ready to retire and will be working three days a week. Also, Roenke — who is ever ready to help customers select just the right item — will continue in her part-time position. In fact, the plan is to keep things running pretty much the same for the time being. So, what will Grimes do with her spare time, having left Made by Hand in Oates’ capable hands? “I’m going to learn about nature,” she said. “All my life I’ve focused on people, and now I want to know more about our environment and climate change. I’ll be looking for somewhere to volunteer!”

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Mediacom completes fiber optic expansion More than 1,500 homes served in partnership with Delaware Broadband Initiative Mediacom Communications announced last week the completion of construction to bring ultra-high-speed broadband to under-served areas of southern Sussex County. More than 1,500 homes and businesses in the south-central section of the county now have access to broadband download speeds as fast as 2-gigabits-persecond, representatives announced on Nov. 15. Mediacom was awarded one of three grants through the inaugural

round of the Delaware Broadband Infrastructure program for the Sussex County project. Construction of the 155-mile fiber build began in July 2022 and was completed ahead of schedule. A total investment of more than $11 million was put into this publicprivate partnership to extend broadband access for under-served Delaware residents. Residents and businesses in an area that extends north to south from Georgetown to Gumboro and east to west from Dagsboro to Laurel can now access a variety of service offerings, including broadband plans with 2-gigabits-per-second download speeds, as well as low-cost phone plans.

Mediacom also offers Connect2Compete-Plus (C2C+) for low-income households and participates in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). A public open house was held earlier this year to introduce Mediacom’s range of services to the Sussex County community. “Our goal is to have Delaware be the first state in the country to connect every home and business to highspeed internet within the next few years. If there is any state that can connect every home and business, it ought to be Delaware,” said Gov. John Carney. “Every family deserves highquality internet for school, work and entertainment. I want to thank the members of our federal delegation and the Biden Administration for provid-

ing this funding. And I want to thank Mediacom, and our other internet service providers, for making these connections in communities throughout our state. It’s really making a difference for Delawareans.” “Mediacom excels at providing broadband to rural communities and is thankful for the opportunity provided by the Delaware Broadband Initiative to reach even more homes and businesses in Sussex County,” said Marcus Simmons, area director of operations for Mediacom. “We applaud Delaware’s commitment to closing the digital divide and are thrilled to assist the state in reaching its’ goal of being the first to connect every residence and business to broadband.”

Free holiday model train display opens at library Once again, members of the Delaware Seaside Railroad Club (DSRC) will pull out their prize model trains and bring them to the Georgetown Public Library for all to see. The exhibit is free and runs from 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 25, Dec. 2, Dec. 9 and Dec. 16. All are welcome, and people do not need to register in advance.

“I am so excited to host our 12th annual DSRC Model Train Display!” said Library Director Rachel Culver. “The kids and families absolutely love this program every year. In fact, last year we had over 500 people attend over the course of the month.” Club spokesman David A. Lawrence announced that “the large

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bell in the engine. The young children can play with the Brio wooden train on the floor layout table. The Delaware Seaside Railroad Club consists of more than 60 members. The clubhouse is located north of Selbyville on Route 113. Their website is at www.delawareseasiderailroadclub.com, and they encourage donations of old trains, as they are a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. “Come enjoy the trains! Bring your family, neighbors, and friends visiting the shore. It is a delight for all ages!” said Lawrence. The Georgetown Public Library is located at 123 West Pine Street, Georgetown, and can be reached at (302) 856-7958 or georgetown.lib.de.us.

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IRSD opening school-choice application period The 2024-2025 school choice application period is now open until Jan. 10, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. All Indian River School District school choice applications must be submitted online at schoolchoicede.org. The online system offers both English and Spanish options for applications. • Decisions on Grades K-12 will begin Feb. 26, 2024. Parents must accept the invitation by the designated deadline within the invitation. • Please note: kindergarten students must be pre-registered with their home school before school choice applications will be processed. When visiting schoolchoicede.org, parents must create an account with a user name and password. It is recommended that the user name be an e-mail address. Once an account has been created, the parent can complete the application for selection of choice schools. There are up to three choices available. However, the parent is not required to request three schools. Simply request the school(s) of interest. A separate application must be submitted for each child. Parents can also apply to the Spanish Immersion ProgramL for kindergarten. (Certain conditions apply for application of S Spanish Immersion in subsequent grades). Existing IRSD School Choice Students in the Fifth or Eighth Grade: School Choice students currently in the fifth or eighth grade require completion of another school choice application to be considered for the next building level next year. Failure to complete the new school choice application will result in the student being placed in his/her home school for the 2024-2025 school year. The school choice system will also designate district schools that are anticipated to have openings and those that are at capacity. Parents will still be permitted to submit applications for “At Capacity” schools. However, these applications may be placed on a waitlist or denied due to capacity. The parent/guardian will receive an e-mail confirmation once the school choice application has been submitted. The parent/guardian may review, edit or withdraw the application at any time prior to the Jan. 10, 2024, deadline with the use of the established user name and password. For more information about school choice or the online application system, please contact the IRSD district office at (302) 436-1000.

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SDARJ honors SMS student Foundation as model student The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) recently honored Selbyville Middle School student Isaiah Fountain for his leadership, effort and excellence. According to his teachers, Fountain is a model student with a focused and calm demeanor. He is a leader in the classroom and excels academically due to his motivation and daily effort to be his best, SDARJ representatives noted. “Isaiah is a phenomenal studentathlete who leads by example and is known for his positive outlook. He works harder than anyone on the field and will do whatever is asked of him by his coaches. One administrator said, ‘With young adults like Isaiah, the world is definitely a better place.’” Surrounded by family and school administrators, Fountain was honored in a ceremony at the school and received a $20 gift card from SDARJ. SDARJ initiated the African American Achievement award to recognize students who represent the ideals of leadership, improvement, effort and excellence in their schools. Students from each school in the Cape Henlopen and Indian River School districts are recognized

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Isaiah Fountain, center, is honored by the SDARJ. Also pictured, from left, are: SMS Principal Jason Macrides; Fountain’s father, Steven Abney; SMS Assistant Principal Jeffrey Forjan; and SMS Assistant Principal Miya Jackson. throughout the school year. DARJ is a nonpartisan organiza-

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fair opportunity. For more information, go to sdarj.org.

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DelDOT holding Name That Plow Contest The Name That Plow Contest is back for its third year. As winter approaches, DelDOT officials said they are excited to host this contest again and give kids across Delaware the opportunity to name some of the department’s snowplows. There were more than 150 entries last year, and the winning names were

Darth Blader, Snow Crusher and Scoop Dogg. “Taking care of our roads during a winter storm event is a big job and our employees work hard to clear roads as quickly and safely as possible,” said Secretary of Transportation Nicole Majeski. “This is a fun way to bring DelDOT into classrooms across the state and spread awareness of all

the work that goes into snow and ice removal.” One winner from each county will be selected and will have a snowplow visit their school for a photo. Submissions can be made as a class or from individual students. Entries will be accepted via email until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 8, at dotpublic@delaware.gov.

Submissions should include school name, plow name, class/teacher/student’s name and grade. DelDOT has more than 300 pieces of snow removal statewide and is responsible for treating and plowing almost 14,000 lane-miles of roadway. For more information about DelDOT’s winter storm operations, visit the DelDOT Snow FAQ webpage.

Boerger Fund awards $6M for Alzheimer’s research The Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) has awarded $6.075 million to support Alzheimer’s disease research at three regional organizations through the Paul H. Boerger Fund. Grants have been awarded to the Penn Institute of Aging at the University of Pennsylvania, the Delaware Center for Neuroscience Research at Delaware State University and the Delaware Center for Cognitive Aging Research at the University of Delaware. A five-year, $5 million grant awarded to the University of Pennsylvania will support the development of new molecular therapies for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. At Delaware State University, a $500,000 grant will support a one-year research project to develop new mouse models that mimic the disease in humans, which will enable the development of drugs to better target pathways associated with Alzheimer’s disease. A $575,000 grant to the University of Delaware will sup-

E-ZPass Delaware to hold annual free transponder event E-ZPass Delaware’s Black Friday free transponder event returns Friday, Nov. 24, and continues through Sunday, Dec. 31. Anyone who opens a new individual account during this time will get a free transponder. To open an account, visit ezpassde.com and click on “sign up” or visit an E-ZPass location at 22-24 West Loockerman Street, Dover, Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; or the Dover Toll Plaza, Biddles Corner Toll Plaza or Newark Toll Plaza, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. “This is one of our favorite events,” shared the Director of the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles Amy Anthony. “We can help save our customers some money while making their commute more convenient. I do ask all motorists, whether you are paying by cash or by transponder, to please obey the posted speed limits at all toll plazas so we can keep everyone safe.” For more, visit ezpassde.com or call 1-888-EZPassDE (1-888-397-2773).

port a one-year research project focused on linking modifiable lifestyle choices with accelerated dementia risk and identifying new interventions aimed at slowing, stopping or reversing Alzheimer’s disease. The Paul H. Boerger Fund at the

DCF was established in 2020 through a planned gift from Paul Boerger, who died in 2017. Boerger established the fund specifically to support research to prevent and/or cure Alzheimer’s disease. “Incredible research in the Alzheimer’s field is happening in our

region, and Mr. Boerger’s gift is accelerating that work. He has left an incredible legacy through his generosity,” DCF President & CEO Stuart ComstockGay said. To learn how to leave a planned gift through the DCF, email info@delcf.org.

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Jolly Rogers offering Black Friday deal Black Friday is back for 2023 at Jolly Roger Amusement Parks! Visit the SpeedWorld Building at Jolly Roger on 30th Street in Ocean City, Md., on Nov. 24, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kickstart your holiday shopping on the best deals of the year with 50 percent off all 2024 park passes and select merchandise! “Black Friday is a lot of fun for our team and my family,” says Steve Pastusak, Vice President of Jolly Roger Amusement Parks. “There’s nothing

better than seeing smiling faces of locals, guests, and friends saving 50 percent off their summer fun, especially knowing next year is going to be extra special as we’re going into our 60th season.” Purchase passes for the Pier and their 30th Street location, including SpeedWorld, Splash Mountain, 30th St. Amusement Park, and Mini Golf ! Choose from The BIG Ticket, 2-Hour Armbands, Unlimited Daytime or Un-

limited Nighttime Armbands, and more, all for 50 percent off ! Give your friends and family the gift that keeps on giving with Season Passes to Splash Mountain so you can cool off all summer long. Have a Jolly good time with music and live local coverage from Froggy 99.9 and Ocean 98, while sipping on some free hot chocolate! Or if you’d prefer, warm up by their fire pits while you make your way towards the register

with a free cookie or pastry! Plus, for the first time ever, Jolly Roger Amusement Parks is giving away a FREE 2024 calendar for the first 300 guests who spend $200. Jolly Roger Amusement Parks Black Friday Sale is Nov. 24, 2023, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the SpeedWorld Building at Jolly Roger 30th St., 2901 Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City, MD. For more information, please visit: https://jollyrogerpark.com/black-friday/

Bay to Beach Builders honored by Chamber Bay to Beach Builders, a custom homebuilding company in Delaware, announced this week that it has been honored with the Best in Business—

Construction award by the BethanyFenwick Area Chamber of Commerce. The recognition was presented at a celebration event held on Thursday,

Nov. 16, at the Cripple Creek Golf & Country Club near Dagsboro. “This award is a testament to Bay to Beach Builders’ commitment to excellence in the construction industry and its dedication to serving the local community with high-quality building services,” representatives said. “The Best in Business—Construction award recognizes outstanding businesses in the region that have demonstrated exceptional performance, innovation, and contribution to the community. “Bay to Beach Builders has been a leading force in the construction industry for 20 years, specializing in

Amish-built custom homes. The company is known for its innovative designs, quality craftsmanship, and overall customer service.” The award ceremony was attended by local business leaders, community members and representatives from the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce. The evening was a celebration of the accomplishments and contributions of businesses in the region. For more information about Bay to Beach Builders and their services, visit www.baytobeachbuilders.com or call (302) 349-5099.

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Tabletop Tree Workshop offered The Inland Bays Garden Center will offer a tabletop tree workshop on Friday, Dec. 8, from 1:30 to 3 p.m., with floral designer Alison Webb. Participants will create a decorated miniature tabletop Christmas tree of cut evergreens (primarily boxwood), and other natural seasonal additions that will last through out the holiday season. Webb will assist them in building the tree, which she said is a perfect gift for shut-ins or folks with a small space. Webb was inducted into the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) in 1985 while working and liv-

ing in Baltimore. Upon retirement from the floral industry, she moved to the Maryland/Delaware coast and has transitioned her floral love into plants — particularly natives. She has worked with Inland Bays Garden Center for five years. Participants can feel free to bring their own miniature holiday decorations to enhance their design. Sharp clippers and a paring knife are a must for this adult-only class. Refreshments will be provided. The class is limited to eight participants and costs $60. Register at inlandbaysgardencenter.com/events.

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Dewey Goes Pink raises $333K for DBCC Dewey Goes Pink, held on Oct. 8, raised a record-breaking $333,047 for the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition (DBCC).The annual event has raised more than $1.5 million in its 12 years. As Francesca Vogel, DBCC’s chief executive officer, remarked, “It’s amazing to see what a loyal following Dewey Goes Pink has drawn over the years, and to reunite with many who come out to the Starboard in unity on this one day, to support and honor their loved ones. Many heartfelt thanks to the Starboard crew, Team Julia and all of the teams that came

out in their many shades of pink to support DBCC’s mission!” This year’s event brought out 4,400 total participants. In addition to the race, an online silent auction was held, allowing more people to support the event even if they couldn’t attend in person. Every year, the atmosphere of this event brings people together, sharing their personal connections with breast cancer and driving everyone to fight breast cancer together, as DBCC Director of Survivorship Connie Holdridge said, “Dewey Goes Pink brings out the best in people.”

Organizers said special thanks to Steve “Monty” Montgomery of The Starboard and Adam Howard of The Body Shop Fitness Center “for putting together this incredible event year after year! The dedication and hard work does not go unnoticed. “In addition to all of the exciting Dewey Goes Pink activities, Monty’s daughter, Savannah Montgomery, is working on a charity project of her own. Her senior high school project, We Smile Waves of Pink, provides a family who has gone through the challenges of breast

cancer with a vacation.” Learn more at https://deweygoespink.com/we-smile/. Next year’s Dewey Goes Pink event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. Registration will open at midnight on Aug. 1, 2024. To learn more about the event and how it impacts DBCC’s mission, visit https://debreastcancer.org/dbccevents/dewey-goes-pink/.To view all of the official photos and videos from this year’s event, visit https://deweygoespink.com/photosdewey-beach-pink/.

Coastal Christmas Showdown to include Salt Pond The Town of Bethany Beach will host its second annual Coastal Christmas Showdown. This decorating contest is open to homes and businesses within the corporate limits of Bethany Beach. This year the contest is extended to include the Salt Pond. “We had 18 businesses participate last year, but only four homes,” said Events Director Julie Malewski. “We’re hoping to get a wider pool of homeowner entries.” Prizes will be awarded for each division in the following categories: Best Coastal Theme, Most Elegant, Most Festive, and Best use of Animation and/or Audio Special Effects. There will be a prize for each category and overall Grand Prize going to the judge’s favorite. Entries will be judged solely on exterior decorations. Registration is free and runs Nov. 1-24. The event is a town-wide collaboration with the Coastal Point, the Bethany–Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce and participating Bethany Beach businesses. On Saturday, Nov. 25, from 5–7 p.m., trolleys will take visitors on an evening tour to view all registered homes. (Reservations will be required due to limited seating.) Visitors may also plan their own drive by using our interactive Google Map or address list. The community will be able to submit votes for winners in the four categories via online voting. (Photos and/or videos will be posted to the Town’s Facebook and Instagram pages and website to serve as a reminder of each entry.) Votes must be cast by Dec. 1. Judges will review votes, and five winners will be announced at the tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, at 5 p.m. on the Bandstand. There will be a Party on the Plaza immediately after for all those in attendance, followed by trolley tours to see the displays. Prizes include gifts from Bethany-area businesses and a yard sign to proudly display in front of the winning homes.

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AAA predicts 55.4M Americans traveling Forecast 2.3 percent increase over last year, third highest since 2001 AAA projects 55.4 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period (Wednesday, Nov. 22, to Sunday, Nov. 26). This year’s Thanksgiving forecast is an increase of 2.3 percent over last year and marks the third-highest Thanksgiving forecast since AAA began tracking holiday travel in 2000. The top two years were 2005 and 2019, respectively. “For many Americans, Thanksgiving and travel go hand in hand, and this holiday, we expect more people on the roads, skies, and seas compared to 2022,” said Paula Twidale, senior vice president of AAA Travel. “Travel demand has been strong all year, and AAA’s Thanksgiving forecast reflects that continued desire to get away and spend time with loved ones.” Most Thanksgiving travelers will drive to their destinations. AAA projects 49.1 million Americans will get behind the wheel, an increase of 1.7 percent compared to 2022. Drivers could be paying less for gas than last

Thanksgiving, when the national average was $3.58. This year, the national average peaked in mid-August at $3.87 and has been coming down since, despite global tensions causing ripples through the oil market. AAA expects 4.7 million people will fly over Thanksgiving, an increase of 6.6 percent compared to 2022 and the highest number of Thanksgiving air travelers since 2005. Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving are the busiest air travel days ahead of the holiday and the most expensive. While Sunday is typically the busiest day to return home, AAA data shows Monday is also a popular day to fly back after Thanksgiving. The number of people traveling by cruise, bus and train over Thanksgiving is up nearly 11 percent over last year. AAA expects 1.55 million travelers will head out of town using these other modes of transportation, which took a huge hit during the pandemic but have rebounded nicely, they said. “The cruise industry, in particular, has made a remarkable comeback,” Twidale added. “Thanksgiving cruises are mostly sold out, with many travelers looking to spend the holiday at sea.”

Best/worst times to drive INRIX, a provider of transportation data and insights, expects Wednesday, Nov. 22, to be the busiest day on the roads during the Thanksgiving holiday travel period, with average travel times as high as 80 percent over normal in some metro areas. INRIX recommends leaving in the morning or after 6 p.m. to avoid the heaviest holiday congestion. “The day before Thanksgiving is notoriously one of the most congested days on our roadways. Travelers should be prepared for long delays, especially in and around major metros,” said Bob Pishue, transportation analyst at INRIX. “Knowing when and where congestion will build can help minimize holiday traffic frustrations. We advise drivers to use traffic apps, local DOT notifications, and 511 services for real-time updates.”

Holiday booking prices This holiday season, travelers are generally paying less for domestic trips compared to last year and more for international vacations. The one exception is airfare, which is slightly

more expensive for domestic flights this season and a bit lower for international flights. The average price for a domestic flight is $681, up 5 percent from 2022. The average price for an international flight is $1,231, down 5.7 percent from last year. The average price for a domestic hotel stay is $598, down 12 percent from 2022. The average price for an international hotel stay is $772, up 5 percent from last year. The average price for a domestic rental car reservation is $590, down 20 percent from 2022. The average price for an international rental car reservation is $696, up 9 percent from last year. The average price for a domestic cruise is $1,507, down 12 percent compared to 2022. The average price for an international cruise is $2,902, up 24 percent from last year. The average price for a domestic tour is $1,058, down 15 percent compared to 2022. The average price for an international tour is $1,208, up 21 percent from last year. Warm weather destinations, theme parks, tourist attractions, historic sites and cruise port cities top the list of domestic and international destinations this holiday season.

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YMCA program helps mold future leaders The YMCA continues to prepare for a busy November within the Youth in Government (YIG) program. YIG, a program of YMCA of the USA, allows teens to serve in model governments at the local, state, national and international levels. Participants immerse themselves in experiential civic engagement, debate issues that affect local citizens and even propose legislation. The YMCA of Delaware YIG Middle School Conference will be

held on Nov. 18, 2023, and the High School YIG conference will be held March 22-24, 2024. Both will take place at Legislative Hall in Dover. This year’s Middle School conference will provide more than 40 YMCA of Delaware teens with the opportunity to showcase their political acumen while learning from each other and growing together. Students will participate in the legislative process, debate parliamentary procedure, and work with other youth

from across the state to develop solutions to problems they see facing Delaware. “We are excited to have this inspiring contingent of young leaders in Dover this weekend,” said Anesha Law, the community executive director of the Walnut Street YMCA. “Our aim is to create a space where we simulate every angle of Delaware’s state government. This includes elections, court cases and legislation. Together, we listen to diverse ideas and form

best practices to ensure brighter days in Delaware for years to come.” The YMCA of Delaware Youth in Government program is now registering for high school students across the state of Delaware. “The Y is excited to help empower teens across the state by giving them the opportunity to learn about — and experience — government policies and methodologies firsthand. Those interested in joining the program can learn more and register here.”

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Winners of James Farm Photo Contest announced The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays this week announced the winners of the inaugural James Farm Photo Challenge. Photo Challenge participants could submit photos across three categories: landscape/seascape, human connection, and wildlife. All images must have been taken at the James Farm Ecological Preserve, a 150-acre oasis of pristine wildlands along Indian River Bay, on Oct. 13 and 14. Proceeds from the challenge benefitted the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays (CIB), a nonprofit organization committed to preserving, protecting and restoring Delaware’s Inland Bays and their watershed. Grand-prize winners received a prize package including gift cards and CIB merchandise, and their photo-

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From top left, clockwise: grand-prize winner ‘A Soft Landing’ by Debbie Blair; Wildlife category first place, ‘Horseshoe Crab in Surf’ by Paul Sylvia; Landscape category first place, ‘The Marsh at Sunrise’ by Paul Sylvia; and Human connection category first place, ‘Morning Respite’ by Linda Gundersen.

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Shop Local Extravaganza returns to the Quiet Resorts People can shop, dine, stay and play with South Coastal Delaware’s Shop Local Extravaganza, a one-stop shop for tax-free shopping. Beginning on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25, and continuing the first three Saturdays in December, shoppers can visit participating businesses to enter the $500 grand prize raffle and in-store raffles, as applicable. The grand prize raffle drawing will take place on Monday, Dec. 18, and the more people shop, the more chances they have to win. The initiative, organized by the

Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Coastal Point, was created to support the local businesses of The Quiet Resorts, which includes businesses in Bethany Beach, Clarksville, Dagsboro, Fenwick Island, Frankford, Millville, Ocean View, Roxana, Selbyville and South Bethany. Visit thequietresorts.com for event information and to see participating business. For additional information about the Shop Local Extravaganza, contact Emily at membership@thequietresorts.com.

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place, “The Marsh at Sunrise” by Paul Sylvia; second place, “A New Day at the Farm” by Gregory Rinker; third place: “Sand Etching” by Susan Jordan. “A hearty thank-you to our partners that helped put together this first-year photo challenge, and thank you to all the photographers that came out to James Farm Ecological Preserve to participate,” said Mark Carter, director of development at the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays. “The Center was excited to see so many amazing images highlighting the nature that surrounds us, and your participation helps us to protect our Inland Bays and their watershed.” The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays is a nonprofit organization established in 1994 and is one of 28 National Estuary Programs. With its partners, the center works to preserve, protect, and restore Delaware’s Inland Bays and their watershed. For more information, contact Caitlin Chaney at cchaney@inlandbays.org or visit inlandbays.org.

Continued from page B18 graphs will be displayed at the CIB offices for one year. “The Center for the Inland Bays extends thanks to the Coastal Camera Club, Sharon Denny Photography and the Rehoboth Art League for their generous support that made the photo challenge possible,” representatives said. The grand prize winner was Debbie Blair, for her photo “A Soft Landing.” Winners across the categories were: • Wildlife — First place, “Horseshoe Crab in Surf ” by Paul Sylvia; second place, “Merlin with a Bird’s Eye View” by Debbie Blair; third place, “Boxed In” by Kim Parks. • Human Connection — First place, “Morning Respite” by Linda Gundersen; second place, “Peaceful Walk” by Dick Snyder; third place, “Summer’s End” by Dick Snyder. • Landscape/Seascape — First

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Antibiotics available in the lobby at Atracare By Dr. Lindsay Albanese Special to the Coastal Point Atracare will become the first medical practice in Delaware to offer InstyMeds; a state-of-the-art medication dispensing machine designed to expedite the delivery of medications to patients. InstyMed machines are designed to get sick patients their medications immediately so that they can go home and begin to feel better, quicker. Most commonly-needed antibiotics, along with cough and cold medications, are dispensed from the machine.The formulary

of products was designed to deliver medications that are needed right away, like Amoxicillin for ear infections,Tamiflu for influenza (flu), or antibiotic drops for pink eye. Pharmacist and CEO, William Albanese explains the need for innovation behind this improvement: “The idea here is to alleviate the pain that patients experience from infection or illness as quickly as possible. Putting the medications in the patient’s hands as they leave the clinic also increases compliance with the medications. Studies show that only about 70 percent of prescriptions get

filled when they are sent to the pharmacy. InstyMeds has a 97-percent compliance rate.That’s huge.” The delivery of medications at the clinic also means that patients can skip an added stop at the pharmacy, according to Atracare officials. At this moment, pharmacies are experiencing staffing shortages, closures, and medication shortages (Google “Pharmageddon” for more). Therefore, access to medications is everything to patients. InstyMed machines at Atracare are all cash pay and the costs are low with most of the medications priced at an even $20.

There is no need to worry about insurance authorizations. You get your medication at the visit and avoid the pharmacy wait. A full list of medications available can be found at: atracare.com/instymeds. Atracare is providing medication dispensing services at both locations: Lewes and Ocean View. It is also available for Primary Care and Pediatric patients of Atracare. To learn more about Atracare or to book an appointment, visit them at www.atracare.com or text them anytime at (302) 517-1385.

Delaware Tourism Office to host summit Tourism industry professionals and others are invited to join the Delaware Tourism Office on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a day of learning at the Delaware Tourism Summit.The one-day event will include nationally renowned speakers, panel discussions and breakout sessions designed to inspire creativity, innovation and collaboration within the tourism industry in our state. The event will be held at Delaware Technical Community College’s Terry Campus in Dover, and tickets can be pur-

chased on the Delaware Tourism Summit website. “Tourism is a crucial part of the state’s economy, and our partners play a significant role in the success of the industry in Delaware,” said Jessica Welch, Director of the Delaware Tourism Office. “This summit gives us all the opportunity to reflect on our achievements while inspiring one another to prepare for the upcoming year through individual and professional development. We hope our partners leave the summit with new ideas for elevating their organizations and businesses into 2024.”

Hosting both national and regional speakers, including keynote speaker Sara Meaney, Principal at the Coraggio Group, the tourism office expects more than 100 professionals from various sectors to attend the summit. Speakers will include specialists from small businesses, nonprofit organizations, destination marketing organizations, attractions, hotels, restaurants and more. Throughout the day, there will be opportunities for attendees to network and participate in panels and breakout sessions. Topics will range from attracting sporting

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Farmer scholarship opportunity offered by Lewes farmers’ market Small Delmarva farmers interested in learning more about sustainable practices and focused on growing for the local market can apply now for the 2024 Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) scholarship program. Completed applications are due no later than Friday, Dec. 15. The HLFM is awarding a number of scholarships for the 2024 conferences. Up to $500 in scholarship money with proof of registration (limit two scholarships per farm) will be awarded for in-person conferences, and up to $150 will be awarded for virtually-attended conferences. Conferences include these in the Mid-Atlantic: PASA 2024 Sus-

tainable Agriculture Conference, Feb. 8-10, 2024, pasafarming.org; Future Harvest CASA Conference, Jan. 18-20, 2024, futureharvest.org; Mid-Atlantic Fruit & Vegetable Virtual Convention, Jan. 30 through Feb. 1, 2024, mafvc.org; and similar conferences approved by the HLFM. In 2016, the Historic Lewes Farmers Market established an emerging women farmers’ scholarship fund in memory of Debra Schaefer, who was a sustainable farmer in Frankford. On the application, applicants should let HLFM know if they are applying for one of the Debra Schaefer Scholarships.

To be eligible for the scholarships, the Delmarva farmer must: (1) Currently be developing a sustainable farming enterprise, or currently farming, on the Delmarva. (2) Currently operate a small farm (low sales) as defined by the ERS (Economic Research Service) for the United States Department of Agriculture (less than $350,000 gross in agricultural sales), on the Delmarva, or be able to demonstrate financial need to attend this conference. (Only one applicant per farm.) (3) Currently be a farmer/grower who sells what they grow, raise or produce on their own farm, or be in training to become a farmer. A

farmer/grower may be a sole proprietorship, a partnership or a corporation, and shall include family members and employees who assist in the production and/or sales/marketing of the farm products. (4) Commit to sharing their experiences at a virtual HLFM farmer’s workshop to be held in the spring. Interested farmers can apply at https://forms.gle/kcTfKpvgek5k 9xuWA, email info@historiclewesfarmersmarket.org for the link to the application, or find the link on the Historic Lewes Farmers Market Facebook page. All scholarship applicants will be notified of awards by Jan. 5, 2024.

Tickets on sale for Holiday Tour of Lewes For 50 years, the Lewes Historical Society has had the opportunity to celebrate the holidays with the public and share some of the area’s most unique homes, from modern to historic. On Dec. 2, the Society will present the 2023 Holiday House Tour of Lewes, featuring 10 diverse properties deco-

rated for the holidays. The tour will showcase a mix of architectural and design styles, ranging from centuryold to modern-day, with décor extending from eclectic style to Old World. Tickets are on sale now for $35 at the Society’s main campus or by visiting historiclewes.org. Each ticket will

provide one-time admission to tour all homes between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. A detailed guidebook with descriptions of each property on the tour will serve as the admission ticket and can be picked up at the Lewes Historical Society prior to the tour. Shuttle service will be available for

ticketholders to each property. The Lewes Historical Society will be holding its annual Holiday Village & Market in conjunction with the house tour on their Shipcarpenter Street campus from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the same day. The event is free to the public.

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Real EDvice What specific renovations do you recommend to increase home value? Most parties stay in the kitchen! A kitchen upgrade is a fantastic investment for increasing the value of your home. Not only does it enhance the overall aesthetic appeal, but it also offers practical benefits for a potential buyer. Evans My clients who purchased a home with me in 2013 decided to move up to a larger home within the same golf-course community. After many tours of established semi-dated homes, the one property that stood out was a home that the sellers invested in a newly refreshed kitchen renovation. The buyers saw the value and were eager to execute on a contract. It sold quickly, and the seller was able to quantify the investment. It was renovation money well spent. A new kitchen makes a home pop. Remember, with a contemporized design and quality materials, this will give way to luxury, making a home stand out in the market. Whether it’s a fresh coat of paint, new countertops or energy-efficient appliances, a kitchen upgrade is a surefire way to boost your home’s value and attract buyers.

There are many factors that can affect the value of your home, such as the location, size, condition, age, style and market demand. However, some renovations can help you increase your home’s value more than others, depending on the cost and the Hook potential return on investment (ROI). My top recommendations would be: • Kitchen remodel — The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home, and a modern and functional kitchen can appeal to many buyers. • Bathroom remodel — A bathroom remodel can also make your home more attractive and comfortable. • Screened room or sunroom — Living in the beach area, a focus on screened rooms or sunrooms can really enhance a home and your personal enjoyment. These additions allow you to enjoy the natural light and scenery without worrying about bugs or weather. Remember that people love living here to take in all the beauty we have in this area. These renovations can help you make the most of your home and increase its value. I hope this helps.

Picture this: you’re sitting with your family in your dated kitchen, and you’re all discussing your home’s potential. You decide to invest in a kitchen transformation.The once dull, outdated space becomes a shining gem with granite countertops, a stylish backsplash and brand-new energy-efficient appliances. Saez Your neighbor, Susan, shares her experience of doing the same and how it led to multiple offers above the asking price, emphasizing the value of a stunning kitchen. Next, envision your bathroom. It was functional but lacked that luxurious touch. You decide to invest in a complete bathroom overhaul, complete with a spacious walk-in shower, a sleek double vanity and high-end fixtures. Your friend, John, did a similar renovation and quickly sold his home at a significant profit, thanks to the wow-factor of the new bathroom. Now, step outside. Look at your home objectively, does the siding need power-washing? You will give curb appeal a boost with beautiful landscaping, fresh paint and upgraded outdoor lighting. You noticed another neighbor’s property that stood out after their curb-appeal renovation, attracting more potential buyers. A modern kitchen, a luxurious bathroom and enhanced curb appeal are the three main factors that will help in maximizing the value of your home.

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How small businesses can retain customer loyalty Small business loyalty is on the rocks, according to a new study that finds that consumers are feeling more love for big retail brands this holiday season. The study, from cloud-based accounting platform Xero, found that while 27 percent of consumers feel loyal to big retail brands, only 14 percent feel loyal to small businesses. “For a small business owner who launched their business because of a passion, identifying ways to gain customer loyalty can be overwhelming. Fortunately, our data provides insights into tactics that small businesses can take to nurture ongoing relationships with customers,” says Ben Richmond, chartered accountant and U.S. country manager at Xero. As the holiday season approaches, Xero is sharing these tips and survey insights to holiday-proof operations and keep customers satisfied: • Keep delivery affordable: According to the Xero survey, 25 percent of survey respondents believe that delivery should always be free, regardless of original purchase price. “Free delivery is an effective way to build customer loyalty, so offer it if you can. Just be sure to utilize cash flow forecasting or work with your accountant to gauge how much it will cost you long-term,” says Richmond. If free shipping isn’t viable for your business, keep this fee low — 30 percent said

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Calendar November 22 Grief Share — The River Church in Roxana is hosting Grief Share every Tuesday through Nov. 21, 2023, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This is a weekly seminar and support group designed to help people rebuild their lives after losing a loved one. Story Time — The Nanticoke Indian Dance Troup will share a story and perform for South Coastal Library’s young library patrons at 10 a.m.! Geared toward children, all ages welcome. Free, Register at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or call 302-858-5518. Parents must accompany children. True Crime Club — Share your theories, knowledge, and memories of true crime cases with fellow true crime enthusiasts at 2 p.m.! At each meeting, the club will explore a particular true crime case. This month, we’ll take a look at the crimes of the Manson cult. Recommended read (not required): Helter

Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders by Vincent Bugliosi Free, in-person only, for ages 18+. Registration is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

November 25 Super Saturdays: Games Unplugged — Come one, Come all! Game night for children and teens at Frankford Public Library at noon! Enjoy Games like Chess, Yahtzee, Uno, Trouble, and many more! Join us on November 25th for more fun and laughs! Call 302732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.

November 26 Alternative Gifts — Ocean View Presbyterian Church is offering an alternative gift market on the four Sundays between Thanksgiving and Christmas, from 10 a.m. to noon, on Nov. 26, Dec. 3, Dec. 10 and Dec. 17. At this market you can purchase a card from one or more of six local charities: Family Promise of Southern Delaware, Food Bank of Delaware, Habitat for Humanity of Sussex County, Karla Koll of Presbyterian Missionary, La Esperanza and Redemption City. For more information, call the church at 539-3455 or Jennifer Read at 539-0533. Hanging of the Greens — St. George’s United Methodist Church is hosting a Hanging of the Greens service at 10 a.m. For more information, visit Stgeorgesumc.org.

November 25, Dec. 2, 9 & 16 Train display — The Georgetown Public Library will host its Annual Train Display on Saturdays, Nov. 25, and Dec. 2, 9 and 16, from 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. This is the 12th Annual Holiday Train Display with the Delaware Seaside Railroad Club. It’s a magical time to play with trains, learn about their history and enjoy the display to get in the holiday spirit. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown.

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The Parker Group invites community to annual Day of Kindness The Parker Group, a local County Candles will host a real estate brokerage serving special holiday candlemaking Delaware and Maryland, is class, where attendees will gearing up for its Day of craft an artisanal candle with Kindness on Tuesday, Nov. a bonfire starter. 28. The Day of Kindness is The links to book both of an annual company event in these activities can be found which The Parker Group’s at www.theparkergroup.com/ team volunteers in the comdayofkindness. Participants munity and spreads some must reserve a spot in adholiday cheer. vance. In partnership with Leading up to the event, Santa’s Letters a portion of the company is collecting dothe funds raised from both of nation items for local charithese activities will be used ties such as the Shepherd’s to adopt local families in Office, Sussex Crisis Center, need for Christmas. Home of the Brave, Re“The Parker Group is demption City and Refuge of dedicated to reimagining real Hope. The community is estate by bringing a locallybeing encouraged to bring focused, tech-enabled apdonations to The Parker proach to every transaction. Group’s office ahead of the Its vision is to create a future event to help the group make where finding your happy a big impact. The company place is faster, easier, and will deliver these donations more personalized than ever to the respective organizabefore, while simultaneously tions on Nov. 28, supplying improving the community local non-profits with critical and the lives of those who supplies during the busy holcall it home. With a passion iday season. The Parker for exceptional service and Group’s team will also spend innovative marketing, they the day volunteering at the are committed to transformBrandywine Valley SPCA. ing the real estate landscape From 2 until 5 p.m. on the and building stronger, more 28th, the public is being inconnected communities.” vited to join the company at For more information their Georgetown office loabout the Day of Kindness, cation for a holiday open including donation item lists, house. The open house will how to book a photo session feature a hot cocoa and Coastal Point • Submitted or the candlemaking class, cookie bar, along with activiand information on any of The Parker Group invited the community to participate in fundraising and volunteering at last year’s ties for the whole family to the business or charity partDay of Kindness event at the Brandywine Valley SPCA. enjoy. ners, visit www.theparkerLocal photography studio Ginny sessions in the office from 2 to 5 p.m. one 5-by-7-inch print and social group.com/dayofkindness. Art Studios will be hosting winter Sessions will feature a beautiful media digital image, plus a free perwonderland themed holiday photo snowy forest backdrop and include sonalized ornament. At 3 p.m., Kent

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Continuing Events Clubs/Organizations Marines Meet — The First State Detachment of the Marine Corps League meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Ocean City (Md.) American Legion Post 166 on 23rd Street at noon. Any Marines and Navy Corpsmen who have served in the Corps, living in Worcester or Sussex Counties, are welcome to join to meet their fellow veterans and consider joining the organization. Their mission is community service through camaraderie and volunteerism. For more information, call (410) 430-7181 or email websergeant@firststatemarines.org. Community Club — The Selbyville Community Club is welcoming new members, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at Salem Methodist Church at 1 p.m., with a social hour from noon to 1 p.m. For more information, visit selbyvillecommunityclub.org or email selbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com. In the Genes — Sponsored by the Lewes Historical Society and the Sussex County Genealogical Society, the Genealogist in Residence program is on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Reading Room at the Lewes History Museum. Members of the Society will be available to help anyone who has questions about their family tree. The Lewes Historical Society Archives Family Files will be available for research. For more information, visit them at scgsdelaware.org or histori-

clewes.org. VIP Meets — VIP is a social group for visually-impaired persons, and meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Masterson center at St. Ann Church from 1 to 3 p.m. New members are welcome. For more information, call/text/leave a message at (240) 315-4361. Georgetown Bridge Club — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Bridge Club every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. All experience levels are welcome. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown.

Drop-Ins We the People — "We the People" is an effort put together by Bill Murphy to celebrate patriotism and celebrate the flag, by meeting at the Bethany Beach bandstand every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. to support the military, law enforcement and firefighters who serve and protect. All are welcome. Adult Time — Adults can stop in the South Coastal Library anytime they’re open to work on jigsaw puzzles, play checkers or color. This is free, and all materials are provided. Book Donations — South Coastal Library only accepts book donations from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays. There is a list on their website, southcoastal.lib.de.us, of what they do or don’t accept. Beach Singles — Beach Singles, 55-Plus,

meets every Thursday for Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m. at Harpoon Hanna’s on Route 54. For more information, call (302) 4369577. Soup and Sandwiches — The Ocean View Church of Christ is holding a Soup & Sandwich ministry on the second Wednesday of each month, from October through March, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. All are welcome. Teleservice Navigators — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Teleservice Navigators every Monday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get help with virtual resources, such as telehealth appointments, appointments with lawyers and social service appointments using the new Telehealth Kiosk. A Navigator will be at the library to help set up virtual appointments. For more information, call (302) 856-7958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown. La Esperanza in the Library/Biblioteca — The Georgetown Public Library hosts La Esperanza in the Library/Biblioteca every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Déjenos ayudarle a: completar sus papeles, interpretar sus cartas, inscribirse en la escuela, renovar sus documentos, crear una vida major, y mucho más. La Esperanza: (302)854-9262. Paws for People reading time — The Georgetown Public Library hosts Paws for People on the first and third Thursdays of every month from 4 to 5 p.m. Read aloud to a furry, friendly therapy companion to help

inspire a love of reading. Offered by Paws for People. Readers of all ages and stages are welcome. Elementary homeschoolers program — The Georgetown Public Library hosts its Homeschool Program on the third Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m. Every month, they offer a different activity for elementaryschool-aged children.

Politics Dems Meet — The 41st Democrat RD meets the third Thursday of every month at Pizza King Restaurant in Millsboro at 6 p.m. This is open to any Democrats. For more information, call Al Liebeskind at (410) 5300064. Shore Dems — The Shore Democrats meets at the Den at Bear Trap Dunes clubhouse from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month. This is a social organization that educates, informs and creates camaraderie among their members through monthly lunch meetings that feature engaging speakers. For more information, visit shoredemocrats.com. Republicans Meet — The 38th District Republican Club will meet at South Coastal Library the fourth Monday of the month. Social hours begin at 6 p.m., and the meeting starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Information on the club and meetings can be found at

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Events Continued from page A52 38thdrcp.com, or through email at info@38thdrcp.com. Democrats Meet — The 38th Representative District Committee meets the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at South Coastal Library. For more information, updates on speakers and meeting locations, call (302) 364-5830 or visit them online at deldems38.org or find them on Facebook.

Fitness/Health/Dance Tuning Up the Temple — Mariners Bethel GMC hosts “Tuning Up the Temple” on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. at The Hope Center. The classes are session-based, not dropin, so contact Carol Lynch at (302) 7458237 or cklynch02@gmail.com for more details. Yoga Classes — Mariners Bethel GMC hosts yoga classes at 5 p.m. on Wednesdays in the Armor Room, upstairs in the church building, with Heather Murphy. There is a $5 drop-in fee. Classes are open to the community and all are welcome. Zumba Class — Mariners Bethel Church is holding a zumba exercise class in the Hope Center gym every Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. There is a $6 drop-in fee. No registration is necessary, and all are welcome. For more information, contact jolin.zumba@gmail.com. Multiple Myeloma Support — The Delaware Multiple Myeloma Support Group meets the third Saturday of every month via

Zoom from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, contact Sue Iwahashi at myelomaemailsue@gmail.com. Line Dancing — Cape Henlopen Senior Center is hosting line-dancing classes on Mondays. Beginners classes take place at 10 a.m., and Improvers are at 11 a.m. For more information, call (302) 227-2055. Al-Anon — Al-Anon is a support group for the families and friends of alcoholics. Meetings are held every Tuesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Ocean View Presbyterian Church. For more information, visit ovpc.org. Argentine Tango — The Lewes Senior Activity Center is hosting Argentine Tango Dancing on Tuesdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. Adults of all ages are welcome, and no experience or partner is required. There is a $5 fee, but the first visit is free. Enter through the back door of the facility. For more information, visit the group online at TangoByTheBeach.com. Georgetown Walkers — The Georgetown Public Library host GPL Walkers every Monday at 9 a.m. The walking club goes to Sandhill Fields for a 30- to 40-minute walk, weather permitting. The trail begins at the Murray’s Lane Parking lot, 109-199 Murrays Lane. For more information, call (302) 8567958, email georgetown.library@lib.de.us or visit the library at 123 W Pine St., Georgetown.

Hobby/Craft Needlepoint Guild — Delaware’s Seashore Chapter of The American Needlepoint Guild meets on the first Monday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lewes Public Library. Bringing a box lunch is encouraged. New members are always welcome. For details, send an

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email to the chapter at delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.org. Coffee and Cars Cruise In — St. George’s United Methodist Church and the Ghost Ryders Car Club are hosting a cruise-in at the church the second and fourth Friday of each month, beginning May 2. There is no fee, and there will be coffee, donuts and fellowship. For more information, call Mike Stramella at (410) 4191843. Radio Operators — Any Ham radio operator wanting to meet and greet others can get together at the Millsboro Pizza King on Thursdays from 8 to 10 a.m. The ARRL Section Manager usually attends. For more information, contact Jack Magar at k8uyc80@gmail.com. Pen Pal Program — Thanks to a partnership between South Coastal Library, Kent County Library and Wellington City Libraries, you can now communicate by letter with a New Zealander. This is a fun way to learn about another country and make a new friend. All international postage is handled, and you can bring in and pick up your letters at the library. For more information and registration, visit them at delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/11366 626 or call (302) 858-5518. Book discussion — The Georgetown Public Library hosts its Wednesday Morning Book Discussion on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 10:15 a.m. In November and December, however, they will meet on the third Wednesday. November’s book is “Night of the Living Rez” by Morgan Talty. Books are available for pickup each month at the library.

Music Music Jam — St. Matthews By the Sea United Methodist Church is hosting a Music Jam on the first and third Fridays of the month at 4 p.m. All levels are welcome.

Museums/Displays Railroad Museum — The Delaware Seaside Railroad Clubhouse is an interactive museum of model railroading, and is located at 36668 DuPont Boulevard, in Selbyville. They are open to the public every Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m., and every Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit them online at delawareseasiderailroadclub.com. Dinker-Irvin Museum — The Bethany Beach Museum at Dinker-Irvin Cottage is open to the public on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Private tours are available by appointment. Interested groups of 10-15 may call (302) 539-8725. Admission to the museum is free, and parking is available in front of the museum. The museum is not handicap-accessible. For more information, visit online at townofbethanybeach.com, and click under “Residents/History/Town Museum.”

Faith Community Bible Study — Grace United Methodist Church in Millsboro is hosting a Bible Study this fall on Wednesday mornings, starting on Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, and to register, visit sussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

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Calendar Continued from page A50 RYT-500 certified yoga instructor, for a free one-hour gentle yoga flow class at South Coastal Library at 10 a.m. Ideal for beginners, seniors, and anyone looking for a slower flow practice. We will learn breathing techniques, postures, and exercises to promote flexibility and strength, balance, and relaxation. Please bring a yoga mat or towel from home. The instructor also recommends 4-inch-deep foam yoga blocks. If you are unable to get onto the floor easily, do not worry, we will provide chairs. There are options for all! Registration opens at 10 a.m. on Oct. 9 and is available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling (302) 858-5518. (Online registration recommended!) Walk-ins only accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Coloring & Crosswords Club — The club is open to all adults for 90 minutes, and meets on the fourth Monday of the month at South Coastal Library at 2 p.m. Relax, color, socialize with other community members, complete crosswords, word-finds, and puzzles. There will also be a different movie streaming in the meeting room to watch or listen to. Light refreshments may be provided at some meetings. Free, register online at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-858-5518. Walk-in's accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 November 27 @ 3 pm The U.S. in World War II, Part 3 — Join Dr. Bill Gudelunas at 3 p.m. for a 4-part lecture series on the United States' participation in

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World War II. He will discuss battles, politics, and life at home during the war years. There will be a brief Q&A at the end of the program. Sessions: Nov. 13, 20, 27 and Dec. 4 at 3 pm. Free, register online at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by calling 302-8585518. Walk-ins accepted if space allows. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Storytime on Parsons Farm — Join Frankford Public Library every Monday at 11 a.m. for storytelling and songs at the Parsons farm pavilion. This Storytime is open to all ages. Weather permitting, any cancellations will be posted on Frankford Public Library's Facebook page. Call 302-732-9351 or visit them online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Hooks and Needles — Join Frankford Public Library at 1 p.m. for a time of knitting and crocheting! All levels are welcome to attend. Call 302-732-9351 or visit us online at frankford.lib.de.us. Find them on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.

way for kids to gain confidence in reading aloud at 4 p.m.! Children read for 15 minutes and may bring their own book if they wish. Ages 5-plus. Must call (302) 858-5518 to register. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Dungeons and Dragons Tabletop Club — Current Game: Cyberpunk. Join anytime! New players more than welcome at Frankford Public Library at 5:30 p.m.! Everything you need to play is provided! All campaigns are structured around drop-in/drop-out play, so no strings attached, but we hope to see you every week! Suitable for ages 10 and up. You can sign up online by visiting us at frankford.lib.de.us or call 302-732-9351. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary. Bereavement Support — The St. Andrew Catholic Center in Ocean City, Md., is hosting a six-week, non-denominational grief support program at 10 a.m. This is a Hospice-developed program that runs 90 minutes per session. To register, call the Parish office at (410) 250-0300.

with language acquisition and improve preliteracy skills at 11 a.m. at South Coastal Library. Activities may include stories, music, songs and simple crafts. Special guest Maria Hazzard from the Indian River School District will share information about kindergarten preparedness and registration. Free, registration is not required, parents must accompany children. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Teen Super Smash Bros Tournament — Let’s get ready to rumble! The main competition will be on the big screen at Frankford Public Library at 4:30 p.m. Feel free to bring your own Switch to practice. Want to play but don’t want to compete? Open play of previous versions of Super Smash Brothers is also available. This program is for ages 12-18. Registration is required. You can sign up online by visiting us at frankford.lib.de.us or call 302-732-9351. Find us on FB @FrankfordPublicLibrary and Instagram @frankfordlibrary.

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iPad & Apple Users Group — iPad, iPhone and other Apple device users of all skill levels are welcome to attend this support group at 11 a.m.. Users meet to discuss new features, share tips, and ask questions. Attend in person or via Zoom. Registration is required and available at https://southcoastal.lib.de.us or by phone at 302-858-5518. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, Bethany Beach, DE. November 28 @ 4 pm PAWS for Reading — Well-trained teams of dogs & owners provide a supportive and fun

Baby Bookworms — This beginner’s approach to the library for children birth–age 2 years at 10 a.m. is a great way to begin their experience in a group setting where they will have basic exposure to books, music and play. Free, registration is not required, parents must accompany children. Hosted by the South Coastal Library, 43 Kent Avenue, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us Little Learners — Preschool children ages 3 to 5 enjoy various activities designed to help

Free Write — The Rehoboth Beach Writers Guild is hosting a free weekly two-hour FreeWrite session at South Coastal Library at 10:30 a.m. Participants 18-plus of all skill levels will practice creative writing in a friendly and nurturing atmosphere. This is free, and registration is appreciated and available at southcoastal.lib.de.us. Baby Bees — Join Frankford Public Library every Thursday at 11 a.m. for a Baby Bees story-time for children, ages 0-24 months, and their caregivers, to promote early liter-

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Best Bets FRIDAY The Greatest @HomeVideos (6) WBOC 8 p.m. In this new episode, Cedric the Entertainer shares a great assortment of videos with a sleigh full of holiday cheer, not-to-be-believed creativity and hilarious moments from all parts of the globe. If you think your family gets nuts, just wait. College Football (5) FOX (69) WTXF 8:30 p.m. The NCAA is about to be overrun by the Beaver State, as the Oregon State Beavers faces the Oregon Ducks in a game taking place at the Autzen Stadium right at home, in Eugene, Ore. Historically, the Ducks lead the rivalry 67-49 with 10 ties.

SATURDAY Big (60) AMC 11:30 a.m. Airing following “Turner & Hooch” (1989) in a mini-Tom Hanks marathon, this 1988 film sees a young boy (David Moscow) turned into a 35-year-old man (Hanks) when he wishes to be made big. He gets it all: fun job and girlfriend (Elizabeth Perkins) included. Legends of the Fork (23) A&E 9 p.m. During this new episode, Buddy stops at two iconic hotspots famous for their spicy dishes, then visits two legendary restaurants that have been open for over 100 years: McGillin’s Old Ale House in Philadelphia, and Katz’s Deli in New York City.

SUNDAY ACL Presents: 22nd Annual Americana Honors (12) WCPB 5 a.m. With performances from Bonnie Raitt, Brandi Carlisle, Marty Stuart, Rufus Wainwright and a host of others, the 22nd annual event celebrates the sound of American heritage. Plus, Patty Griffin and The Avett Brothers earn Lifetime Achievement honors. America’s Funniest Home Videos (7) WMDT 7 p.m. Host Alfonso Ribeiro returns for a special holiday edition of America’s favorite clip show. Watch in awe and amusement as children make the most over-the-top reactions to their gifts and Christmas trees come tumbling down on unsuspecting guests.

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