Coastal Point — August 2, 2024

FenwickIslandcandidatesgetthelastword

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

FenwickIslandvoterswillchoose betweenfourcandidatesforthreeseats inthetowncouncilelectiononSaturday,Aug.3.

Thecandidates—RichardBenn, SusanBrennan,WilliamRymerand JamesSimpson—havesubmittedan-

Harris,Whistedgelling innewleadershiproles

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

MelissaWhistedhasjoinedtheIndianRiverSchoolDistrictasdirectorof SpecialEducation.PatriciaHarrisis comingaboardassupervisorofSpecial Education.Thedistricthasanewleadershipteamandthetwoagreedthey havealreadygelledasadepartment, withsimilarviewpoints.

Whistedacceptedherposition withintheIRSD,previouslyheldbyJudithBrittingham,comingfromBaltimoreCountyPublicSchools,whereshe workedastheexecutivedirectorofAcademicServicesuntilretirement.Shehas morethan30yearsofspecial-education experience.

HarriscomestotheIRSDfromthe WicomicoCountySchoolDistrictin Maryland,wheresheserved15yearsas supervisorofSpecialEducation.She alsoservedasanassistantprincipaland studentpersonnelworkerinWicomico County.

Accordingtoschooldistrictsuperin-

swerstoquestionsposedbytheCoastal Pointinadvanceoftheelection.Each candidatewasalsoaskedtoprovidebiographicalinformation.

RichardBenn

Q.Pleasetellusaboutyourself:family historyinFenwickIsland,career,activities inFenwickorelsewherethatyouwould

likevoterstoknowabout.

A.Myfamilyhasbeencomingto FenwickIslandeveryyearsincetheearly 1960s.Iwasaprofessionalpilotfora majorairlinefor20years.Ihavebeen involvedinvariousbusinessesfromboat buildingtocommercialproperties.Iam veryproudoftheaccomplishmentsthis towncouncilhasmadeinthethreeshort yearsthatIhavebeenamember.Toget

thedredgingfundedandpermittedhas beenamajoraccomplishmentthat seemedunsurmountablewhenwefirst tookover.ThankstoBillRymer’sefforts alongwithSen.GeraldHockerandRep. RonaldGrayandtheSussexCounty Councilwenowhaveafullyfunded projectandwearereadytostartSept.1.

Countycouncildefersvoteonapplicationforpowersubstation

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

SussexCountyCouncilconveneda hearingonTuesday,July30,toconsider aconditional-useapplicationfromRenewableRedevelopmentLLC,aU.S. Windsubsidiary,fora140-acreelectric

powersubstationadjacenttothecurrent IndianRiverPowerPlantnearDagsboro.Afterthreehoursoftestimonyand “newinformationbroughttoourattention,”thecouncildeferredtheirvote. Thesiteoftheproposedwindpower substationisoffIronBranchRoad,in wetlandsgovernedbytheCoastalZone

Act.Thepropertymeasures13.3acres, withasignificantamountoftreesthat wouldneedtobeclearedandremoved toaccommodatetheelectricsubstation, whichwouldfeedenergytothepower grid.

Theproposedinterconnectionwith DelawarePower&Lightwouldpower

770,000homesinMaryland.TheSussexCountyCouncilheardnearlythree hoursoftestimonyonTuesday,withall ofthespeakersarrayedagainstpermittingthesubstationandexpressingconcerns.

Town Council Election

Council Member since Sept 2021

Chair of Infrastructure Committee

Chair of Commercial Planning/Review

Budget/Finance Committee Chair of Planning Commission

Council Member since Sept 2021 Council Treasurer

Chair of Budget/Finance Committee

Chair of Dredge Committee

Resiliency Planning

Dredging Project –Fully Permitted & Funded Completed 10-Year Comprehensive Plan

Enhancements in Public Safety Preserved Fenwick Charm Balance

Candidates

Q.Whatdoyoufeelarethemostpressingissuesfacingthetowncouncilandhow doyouthinkthetownshouldaddress them?

A.Resiliencyandpedestriansafety. WehavesoughtaBRIC(BuildingResilientInfrastructureCommunities) grantandshouldhaveananswerinthe earlyfall.Asfaraspedestriansafetywe haveanewpolicechiefaswellasafully staffedpolicedepartmentandwehave bicyclepoliceworkingdailyaswellas ournormalpolicepatrol.Theyarevery visiblearoundtownandcarsseemtobe moremindfulofthecrosswalksnow thankstotheirenforcement.Nowwe needtokeepworkingwithDelDOTto getsidewalksthroughouttown.

Q.Whatdoyoulovethemostabout FenwickIsland?

Justthesmall-townatmospherewith ourquietbeaches.

Q.WhatdoyouthinkFenwickIsland needstodotomakethetownsaferfor pedestriansandbicyclists?

A.Answeredinquestion2.

Q.Doyouagreewiththetown’sstance onproposedoffshorewindfarms?Why?

A.Iwholeheartedlyagreewiththe town’sstanceonoffshorewindfarms. Theyareaneconomicandenvironmentaldisaster.Itisthemostexpensiverenewablebyfar.Thebladesarenot recyclableanditisunknownwhatharm

willcometoalloftheaquaticlifethat willbedisplacedfromtheirnatural habitat.

SusanBrennan

Q.Pleasetellusaboutyourself:family historyinFenwickIsland,career,activities inFenwickorelsewherethatyouwould likevoterstoknowabout.

A.OurfamilyhasenjoyedFenwick Island sincethe1990s.In2017,wepurchasedourhomewhichhasbecomea wonderfulgatheringplaceforfamily andfriends.

MyengagementinFenwickIsland beganfiveyearsagowhenIjoinedthe EnvironmentalCommitteetolearn moreaboutoffshorewind,protecting ourenvironmentandeventuallysharing informationaboutpollinatorsandnativeplants.IjoinedtheInfrastructure Committeetolearnaboutfloodingand sea-levelrise.

Ialsoservedtwosummersonthe town’sElectionBoard.Itwasn’tuntilI joinedthePlanningCommissionin December2022thatIwasabletobring theknowledgeIhadgainedandawarenessoftheTown’sstrengthsandchallengestohelpguideFenwickin developinganew10-yearComprehensivePlan.AschairofthePlanning Commission,Iamthrilledaboutthe new“compass”thatFenwickIslandhas tonavigatethefuture.Iamgratefulfor thetalentandtenacityofthecommis-

sionandsupportfromthestakeholders, council andtownhallstaff.

Q.Whatdoyoufeelarethemostpressingissuesfacingthetowncouncilandhow doyouthinkthetownshouldaddress them?

A.Floodmitigationandresiliency arecriticalissuesforFenwickIslandand manycoastaltowns.Asamemberofthe InfrastructureCommittee,wearecontinuingtostudytheshort-andlongtermeffectsofsea-levelrise,contracting withanengineeringfirmtoprovideupdatedfielddataonexistingconditions and creatingworkinggroupstobegin addressingthevariousfacetsofthis issue.

Ourworkinggroupsarereviewing theTown’sbuildingordinancesrelative tosea-levelrise,pursuingrecentBRIC Grantfundingopportunities,andactivelycreatinganotherpublicworkshop, titled“Resiliency:InformationandDiscussion,”whichwillbeheldattheend ofAugust.

Theselocaleffortsarecriticaltoaddressourresiliencyissues.Wealsoneed tocontinueouroutreachtoworkwith state andfederalagencies,aswellas pursuefuturegrantfundingopportunities.Thismulti-prongedapproachis paramountforFenwicktogettothe nextstepofamitigationplan.

Q.Whatdoyoulovethemostabout FenwickIsland?

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Candidates

A.SomeofthethingsIlovethe mostaboutFenwickIslandarethe quiet,family-friendlysmall-townfeel, lovelybeaches,walkability,committee opportunities,delightfulshopsand restaurants,low-risebuildings,great neighbors.

Q.WhatdoyouthinkFenwickIsland needstodotomakethetownsaferfor pedestriansandbicyclists?

A.Speedenforcementandeducation willcontinuetobepredominantfactors inkeepingpedestriansandbicyclists safe,asFenwick’sbusieststreetsarethe state-ownedCoastalHighwayand town-ownedBuntingAvenue.TheFenwickIslandPoliceDepartmentisprovidingastrongspeedenforcement presencefortheseroadsonadailybasis.

Thetownneedstocontinuedialog withDelDOTregardingsafetyandvisualinstrumentsalongCoastalHighwayandcontinuetoeducatethepublic oncrosswalkandbicyclelaws.Fenwick wouldbenefitfromsafewalkingsurfaces/sidewalksonCoastalHighway andperhapsfreshlypaintedcrosswalk and bicyclelanesonOceanHighway foreasierdetectionbydrivers.

Q.Doyouagreewiththetown’sstance onproposedoffshorewindfarms?Why?

A.IdoagreewithFenwickIsland’s positiononoffshorewind.ManyFenwickIslandersareinfavorofrenewable

energysources.TheU.S.Windlease, whichisthefirsttogothroughthepermittingprocessinthisarea,hasmany concerningissues.

AsamemberoftheEnvironmental Committee,wehostedasymposiumin Mayof2022titled“OffshoreWind: SeekingaResponsibleSolution,”which wasintendedtobringawarenessof theseleasestothecommunity.Since then,wehavecontinuedtofollow,listen,attend,commentandengage.The permittingprocessisextremelycomplicatedandrequiresdiligencetokeepinformed.

Morerecently,Iamconcernedabout theentireconstructionprocessandthe effectsonmarinelife.Especiallywith thenumberofleasesproposedupand downtheEasternSeaboardandthe largeturbines(currentlyover900feet long)includedwithintheseleases,given thattheseturbineshaveneverbeenbuilt intheoceanbefore.

WitnessingtherecentVineyard Windenvironmentalcatastrophewhen thebladesfellofftheturbineanddebris wasstrewnthroughoutthewatersand alongthebeachescausesmetoadvocate BOEMtopausetheseprojectstoensurethisisthebestoptionforourregion.

WilliamRymer

Q.Pleasetellusaboutyourself:family historyinFenwickIsland,career,activities inFenwickorelsewherethatyouwould

likevoterstoknowaboutyou.

A.Myfamilypurchasedourcurrent propertyin1980whenitwasafantastic,oldbeachcottage.IspentsixsummerslivingandworkinginFenwick duringhighschoolandcollegeyears (1980s).

Myparentslivedhereforalmost20 years,andmywifeandIbroughtour childrentoFenwickeveryyearforsummervacations.In2020,mywifeandI becamefull-timeresidentsofFenwick Island. Iamaretiredchieffinancialofficerandcertifiedpublicaccountantand servedinnumerousleadershippositions atourformerchurchinPennsylvania.

Iwasappointedtothetowncouncil inSeptember2021andthenelectedto atwo-yearterminthesummerof 202Q.Forthelastthreeyears,Ihave beenthetowncounciltreasurer,chairof theDredgingCommittee,chairofthe Budget&FinanceCommitteeand chairoftheAuditCommittee.Ifeelmy variedworkandleadershipexperiences provideastrongskillsettosupportour communityandIhavebeenhonoredto serveourtown.

Q.Whatdoyoufeelarethemostpressingissuesfacingthetowncouncilandhow doyouthinkthetownshouldaddress them?

A.Ourtown’sthreelargestissuesrelateto:theimpactoffloodingandsealevelrise;pedestrian/publicsafety;and boatersafety.

Onthefloodingissue,wehavereplacedandinstallednewbackflow-preventervalvesonallmajorpipes connectedtotheLittleAssawomanBay. Onalong-termperspective,ourInfrastructureCommittee,ledbyRichard Benn,isawaitingfinalapprovalofa $410,000grantthatwillpayforadetailedstudytoaddressfloodrisksona “street-by-street”level.

Regardingpedestrianandpublic safety,ourcouncilhasledtheeffortsto installnewsidewalksandexpandcrosswalkprotectionsalongCoastalHigh-

way.Wehiredanewchiefofpoliceand madesignificantinvestmentsinourpolicedepartmenttoenhancespeedenforcementalongCoastalHighway. Forthelastfewyears,ourDredging Committeehasfocusedonfinalizing thelong-awaitedprojectwhichisnow fullypermitted,fullyfundedandisexpectedtobegininthenext60days.

Q.Whatdoyoulovethemostabout FenwickIsland?

A.MyfamilyandIhavebeenapart ofFenwickIslandformorethan40 years.Thequiet,family-friendlyatmosphereiskeytoourcommunity.Iwould like tocontinuetoservethiscommunity topreservethoseaspectsofourtown.

Q.WhatdoyouthinkFenwickIsland needstodotomakethetownsaferfor pedestriansandbicyclists?

A.Aspreviouslymentioned,the largestfactorsrelatedtobikerand pedestriansafetyareenforcingspeed limitsonCoastalHighwayandinvestingintoolstoprotectpedestriansas theycrossthehighway.Thiscouncilhas donejustthatbybuildingnewsidewalksandinstallingcrosswalklighting alongthehighwayaswellasprotecting bothbikersandpedestriansalong BuntingAvenue.Wecontinuetopress DelDOTtocompleteallsidewalks alongCoastalHighway.

Lastly,wehaveapprovedsignificant investmentsinourpolicedepartmentto supportallofthesegoals.

Q.Doyouagreewiththetown’spositiononoffshorewind?Why?

A.Iabsolutelyagreewiththetown council’sstanceagainstthewindfarms ascurrentlyproposed.

OurEnvironmentalCommittee,on whichSusanBrennanservesasamember,ledoneofthefirstsymposiumsin thisareaspecificallyrelatedtothisimportanttopic.Thiscouncilvotedunanimouslytoensurethatourpublicfunds wouldnotbeusedbytheAssociationof CoastalTownstonegotiatecertain

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tendentJayOwens,thechemistryisalreadyevidentasWhistedandHarris begintoexpandthespecialeducation offeringsandbuildontheseprograms.

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agreementswiththewindfarmcompanies.Greenenergyisacriticalpieceto lessentherisksoffuturesea-levelrise. However,therearestillmanyquestions tobeansweredaboutwindfarmsespeciallyrelatedtotheimpactonmarine life.

Ibelievetherearemoreviable,less expensivealternativestothewindfarms ascurrentlyenvisionedandthoseoptionswouldnotnegativelyimpacthome valuesortourismrevenues.

JamesSimpson

Q.Pleasetellusaboutyourself:family historyinFenwickIsland,career,activities inFenwickorelsewherethatyouwould likevoterstoknowaboutyou.

A.IboughtmyfirstpropertyinFenwickIslandin1986.Threeyearsago, Fenwickbecamemypermanenthome. Since1986,I’vehadtheopportunityto purchaseadditionalpropertiesbecauseI

IRSDspecialeducation,andsheelevatedthedepartmenttowhereweare now—notonlyforourstaffandstudents,butalsowiththeparentsandour community,”Owenssaidoftherecently retiredboardmember.

“WeareveryexcitedtobringDr. WhistedandMrs.Harrisaboard,and theywilltogetherelevateourdepart-

believeinthequalityoflifehereaswell astheneighborsandfriendsI’vemet. FenwickIslandismyhome.

Q.WhatdoyoufeelarethemostpressingissuesfacingtheTownCounciland howdoyouthinkthetownshouldaddress them?

WoodyAllenoncesaid,“80percent ofsuccessisshowingup.”Sowhyaren’t currentcouncilmembersattending councilmeetingsinpersonorinone case,threeabsencesinoneyear?The pandemicisbehindus.Weshouldbe expectedtoachievehigherthan80percentattendance.

TheCouncilhasoverspentthe budgetforthelastseveralyears.The deficitshavebeenpaperedovertomask theholesinthebudgetbydepletingthe Real EstateTransferTaxfund.The RTTisanunreliableandunpredictable revenuesource.TheCouncilneedsan independent-mindedmember,andI willbethatmember.

Thereisanairofsecrecyaroundthe operationsofthecouncil.It’sanus-versus-themattitude.Usingtownordinancesasretributionisanabuseof

ment inspecialeducation,”saidOwens. “TheybothcomefromdifferentdistrictsinMaryland,andtheyunderstand thefederalgovernmentregulationsthat governspecial-ed.

“BothofthesepartnerspresentedrecentlytogetheratourInstitute,”he noted.“Wesawthemdemonstratesome oftheirknowledgetheirfirsttwoweeks

position.

Q.Whatdoyoulovethemostabout FenwickIsland?

A.Thequalityoflife.Itamazesme howmanypeopleImeetwhodon’t livehereexpresstheirdesiretojoinus, especiallyontheNorthEnd.The walkabilityandbikeabilityisahuge plus.Wehavesomanyconvenient shopsandrestaurantswitheasyaccess. SouthBethany,agoodpartof Bethany,theinlanddevelopments,are car-centric.

Q.What doyouthinkFenwickIsland needstodotomakethetownsaferfor pedestriansandbicyclists?

A.Loweringthespeedlimiton CoastalHighwayto25mph.Safe crossingsaremoreimportanttotheresidentsthantheabilityofcarstospeed through.Speed-calmingmeasureson W.DagsboroStreet.Morecrossing flashinglightsandadditionalcrosswalks atLewesStreet.Iseefamiliesattemptingtocrossthereanditcanbeperilous.

Q.Doyouagreewiththetown’sstance onproposedoffshorewindfarms?Why? Absolutelyyes.Thescienceisstill

onthejob.…Dr.Whisted,asthedirector,sharedtheoverallvisionandstrategicplan,howtheywillpositionthe departmenttoservethestudentsand our staff.Mrs.Harrisgavemoreofthe professionaldevelopmentrequirements forteachingspecial-ed,andthelegalas-

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outontheenvironmentalimpacts.Recently,awindturbinebrokeoffcausing fiberglassandfoamdebristowashup onshoreatNantucket.Thebeacheshad tobeclosedasaresult.Theunsightliness isamajorconcernbutpalesin comparisontodamagingenvironmental andqualityofliveissues.

Voterinformation

TheFenwickIslandTownCouncil electionwilltakeplaceatTownHall, 800CoastalHighway,from1to5p.m. Residentsornon-residentproperty ownersmustberegisteredwiththe Towninordertovote.Absenteeballots areavailableattownhall.Requestsfor absenteeballotsmustbereceivedat townhallbynoonFriday,Aug.2.Absenteeballotsmustbereceivedbythe c loseoftheelectiononSaturday,Aug. 3.

Formoreinformationonvotingin thetowncouncilelection,gotothe Townwebsite, www.fenwickisland.delaware.gov,orcall townhallat(302)539-3011.

pectofouroperations,onhowweprovideservicesforstudentswithdisabilities.

“Itwasahigh-levelpresentationon thegoalsofthedepartmentbutalso providingsometrainingforourteam,” saidOwens.“Theywereabletodothat afteronlybeinghereacoupleweeks.I felttherewasalotofchemistrybetween them,andtheywerebothwereengaging,workedwelltogetherandhelped providethatpresentation.”

“Ispent30yearsinBaltimore CountyPublicSchools,”saidWhisted. “It wasarelocationtoSouthBethany andchancetoworkwiththeschooldistrict––soIwantedthepositionhere. WehavedecidedtobeintheBethany areaaswerelocatedtoSouthBethany andthisopportunitypresenteditself. Wehavehadahomeherefornine years,andnowwasthetimewecould makethefull-timejump.Wealsocare formymomlocally,”shesaid.

“WhatIhavebeennoticingsofar,in termsofthepeopleIhaveinteracted with,”Whistedsaid,“isthatthereare processesandpracticesinplace,butit needs tobedocumentedinamoresystematicway.Everyoneinthegrouphas tobeheldaccountable—everystudent mustgettheirservices.Wewantto makesurethestudentrightsarehonoredanddoneinanappropriateway.

“Weneedalittlemoreconsistency, nomatterwhatbuildingyouarein. Therearesomereallygoodthingsthat arehappeninghere,andweneedthem alltohavethesamelevelofservice.”

“Thereisan‘I’inIEPforareason,” she saidofindividualizededucation programs(IEPs),“andthatmeansevery processisindividualized.Butwewill ensurethattheyareallgettingthesame treatmentandmonitoringoftheprograms.Wealsowanttobuildcapacity foreachbuilding,”sheaddedofthe challenges.

“IamdoingwhatIlove,andI startedasaspecial-educator.Ialso servedataschoolthatwasaseparate publicday-school—likeHowardT. Ennis—sostudentsofspecialneeds areatthecenterofmostofmydecisions.”

“Mrs.HarrisandIarespendingalot oftimetogether,”sheadded.“Todaywe wenttoHowardT.Ennis,theEarly LearningeducationcenterandalsoSussexCentralHighSchoolformeetings beforetheschoolyear.Weshouldboth havethesameresponse,sotheyseeusas aunitedfront.”

“TheHRdepartmenthereatIRSD isheadedupbyCelesteBunting,and wehaveDr.AlexisMacLeishwhoisan educationrecruiter.MichelleMurphy alsoworksinthedepartmentand helpeduslocatethesenewpeople,”said O wens.“Sheisamazingatreviewing theapplicants,screeningthemandnarrowingthefield.Shekeepsusorganized

infinishingtheinterviewsandmoving forwardwiththefinaloffers.”

Thedistricthiredfivenewadministratorsforthenewschoolyear,includingthreeprincipals,atSussexCentral HighSchool,andNorthGeorgetown andGeorgetownelementaryschools.

“Weneedtopullthesefolksinfrom thebestplaceswhoarethemostqualified,”saidOwens.“Wereallyanalyze theresponsesandreviewtheireducationexperiences,andtheirreferences. “Wehopetheywillserveuswellfor manyyearstocome.”

HarrisechoedWhistedaboutthe chemistryoftheirfirstfewweeks.

“Wehavesimilarpersonalities,and wehavealotofcommonknowledge aboutwhatworks,”saidHarris.“Ithink wehavegelled.Itwasautomaticandwe connectedimmediately—andwecan anticipatewhateachotheristhinking. Wearetryingtobepurposefulandon the samepageabouthowweareunited inresponse.Wewanttoprovideclear responses.”

“Wewantourstaff,familiesandthe schoolcommunitytounderstandthe samething,”saidHarris.“Wewantour policiesandprocedurestobeclear,followthelaw,andbeconsistentacrossthe board.”

“IstillwillliveinSalisbury,andI haveabeachhomeinOceanCity,as well,soIcancommuteeasilyfromeitherplace.IwasbornandraisedinSalisbury,”shenoted.“Iwasaschool administratoratthehighschoollevel anddida‘birth-to-age-21ageexperience’sinceIwasspecial-edsupervisor for15years.”

“IknowMelissaandIareverycognizantofhowwearecommunicating andtalkingwiththefamilies.They mustbeabletoreachuseasily,andthe informationtheygetfromtheSpecial Edofficeneedstobeinthebestinterest ofchildren,”saidHarris.“Sometimes staffwantsittobeacertainway,andwe wantallourkidstobesuccessful.These

arechildrenwithadisability—soour goalistonarrowthegapandcreatethe bestcitizenwecanoutsidetheschool system.”

“Wehavetofine-tunethesepolicies, anditdependsonthesituationandthe legalrequirements,”saidHarris.“We canprovideashellandguidancetogive themthebestdecisionandopportunity forthechild.”

“WearelearningfastandunderstandingtheIndianRiverWay.”

IRSDsearchwithabignet

“Weareadvertisingwidelyon LinkedIn,Indeed—evenonFacebook and Instagram,”Owenssaidofthehiringprocess.“Socialmediaplatformsreallyhelpuswiththeonlinerecruiting process.Wehavebetteroutreachforthe bestcandidates.Wecanalsoconduct initialinterviewsviaeitherZoomor Teamsandhaveaninitialinterview. Oncethefieldisnarrowedtoasmaller pool,wewanttointerviewtheminperson.Imetthemallinperson.”

“Wewereabletomakeanationwide search.Wehaveadiversegroupwith variousbackgroundswhichcanhelpus progressinaverypositiveway,”said Owens.“Bothofournewspecial-ed teachershaveatremendousbackground.”

“Weneedourpeopletocomeinand leadrightaway,”headded.“Weworked veryhardoverthesummermonthsto locateandhirethem.Theyhavea monthtodiginandgettoknowtheir departmentbeforethenewschoolyear, andthatisanexcitingtimeandablessing.…Thesearethecaliberofpeople youwanttodothegreatwork.”

“Theywillbereadytogoforour kick-offeventsinboththenorthand thesouthofourdistrict.Wetypically haveadrumlinetowelcomethestaffas theycomeintothegym,andwehave ourTeacheroftheYearspeak,”said

Speakersasked,“What’sinthisfor SussexCounty?”citingthemissionof thecountygovernmenttoservethe “health,prosperityandwelfareofthe residentsofSussexCounty.”Thespeakersalsoexpressedconcernaboutthenoticeforthepublichearing,claimingthat U.S.Wind’suseofadevelopmentsubsidiary—RenewableRedevelopment —astheapplicantdidnotprovide transparencyforthezoningrequest.

CaesarRodneyInstituteDirector DavidT.Stevenson,FenwickIsland MayorNatalieMadgeburgerandformerSuperiorCourtJudgeJaneBrady —whoservedfor10yearsasthefirst femaleAttorneyGeneralinDelaware —wereamongthedissenters.

CRI’sStevensonsaid,“Thefederal governmentreportthisweeksaysthat theseturbineswilldominatethehorizon.Weaskthatyoudelayordenythis proposaltogiveusmoretimeforconsideration.Thereisnoreasontorusha decision.”

“MostpeopleinSussexCountydo notwanttheseoffshorewindmills,”he

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Owensoftheschoolopeningceremony.

“WealsowillbehavinganIRSDday inthefallforbringingeveryonetogether,”headded.

Buntingnotedofthehiringprocess, “Weevengetlotsofinternationaleducationapplicantsforourpositions.… Asyouknow,teachersandadministratorsarehardtofindthesedays,and AlexisMacLeishandourinternalHR team,withMs.Murphy,didawonderfuljobsourcingthesecandidatesand nownewhires,”shesaid.

“JayOwensandKarenBlannardreallysupportourteachersandmake

asserted.“Wewillfilealawsuitagainst thisoffshorewindprojectafterthisFriday,”Aug.2,“whentheBOEMenvironmentalimpactassessmentis publishedinthefederalregister.”

“Webelievetheapplicantobscured thiszoningapplicationbycallingitby anothername,”saidStevenson.“U.S. Windisnotconsideringthenegative impactdirectlyonSussexCounty.The neteffectofazoningapprovaltodayis wewillbemovingforwardheadlong intobuildingoffshorewind.”

MadgeburgerassertedthattheU.S. Windprojectisbeingpushedbythe BidenAdministration.

“Thisprojectisbeingpushedby‘Big Washington’andbyDoverstategovernment,andnowyouhavethelocalpower ofaveto.Ourgreatestgiftispristine beachesandtheregion’scoastalresources.”

Bradyalsoobjected,stating,“You cannotbuyofftheStateandyoucan’t buyourcoastaltownswiththe$40millionproposedACTproffermoney.This isMaryland’sproblem,andU.S.Wind is justlookingforacheaperroute.”

Shesaidtheinitialproposedsiteof thepowersubstationforthewind-farm projectwasrejectedbytheStateof

themfeelwelcomeinthefinalinterview process,”saidBunting.

“Eachofthenewspecialedadministrators,PatriciaHarrisandDr.Melissa Winsted,have30yearsofexperience, andtheyknowthelawsaroundspecial education.Spec-edisafederallymandatedprogram,andunderfederallaw, youmusthaveknowledgeofhowwe provideaccessandeducationalservices forallofourIRSDstudents,”added Bunting.

“Ibelievetheyarealreadyateam, and itshowedattheadministrativeinstituteprogramtheypresentedtogether. Theycomplementeachother.”

HowardT.Ennisschoolisthe “jewel”ofthesecourseofferings,she

MarylandandthatDelawarebecame theclosestalternativeforthepower generationandtransmissionsubstation.

GenerGotiangco,U.S.Windsenior directorofenergyanddevelopment,is anenergyindustryprofessionalwith morethan30yearsofexperienceindevelopment,operations,assetmanagement andconstruction,andheservedas anexpertwitnessforU.S.Wind.Hehas beenengagedasanadvisortoseveral NorthAmericanpowergeneration companiesandnowworksfortheU.S. Winddevelopmentcompany.

Gotiangcoexplainedhowpower transmissionworks:“Therearetransformerstochangethevoltage—which isacriticalcomponent—fromhigh voltagetoalowertransmissionvoltage. Therearecircuitbreakers,isolators,a coolingstation,andit’sahigh-tech complex.”

The plantwillupgradethepower gridinDelaware,alsocreatingconstructionjobsinthearea,hesaid.

Whenpressedbycouncilmembers, U.S.WindwasnotabletoidentifyadirectbenefittoSussexCountywhen askedwherethepowerwastobedirected,besidestoMaryland.

“It’snotidentifiablewheretheen-

said,“butwemustalsohavegrade-appropriateservicesinourotherschools.”

ergyisgoingonceitisinterconnected withPJMandtheDP+Lpowersystem,”saidJimFuqua,alocalattorney representingU.S.Windatthehearing. “Thecontrolbuildingwillbeoperated remotely,andtherewillbenoregular employeesonthesite,exceptforperiodicsecuritychecks,”testifiedtheU.S. Windrepresentative.

Gotiangcosaidthere“shouldbe someimprovementinDelaware’selectricalgridcapabilityandreducedcongestioncostshere”forpower.

“Thereis$40milliongoingtothe AssociationofCoastalTowns.Thereis $253millioninsavingstotheratepayers hereinDelaware,”representativessaid.

NancySopko,anexternalrelations spokespersonforU.S.Wind,notedina statementthattheprojectalreadyhad federalenvironmentalapproval: “BOEM’sFinalEnvironmentalImpact Statement(FEIS)reviewedacomprehensivearrayofenvironmentalandsocioeconomicimpactsfromU.S.Wind’s proposedproject,whichisincludedas theProposedActionand‘preferredalternative’intheFEIS.”

“U.S.Winddesignedtheproject

“Wearegoingtorevamp,orrather create,someprocessimprovementson ourspecial-educationservices,”said Bunting.“Weneedtomovetheseprogramsaheadtoremainatthetopofthe special-educationprogramming.”

Bunting alsosaidtheIRSDis“proadvocacy,”encouragingparentsandstaff advocatingforallchildrenfortheirspecificneeds.

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Reportafterreportcitetheinevitabilityofclimatechangeimpactsto thecoastalarea,butinFenwickIsland lastweek,residentsgatheredwithexpertstohearthattheycan,infact,make adifference.

Representativesoflocalenvironmentalgroups,stateagenciesandotherorganizationsgatheredatFenwickIsland TownHallonThursday,July25,for “FenwickNurturesNature:DarkSky& GreenInfrastructureEducationSymposium.”

OrganizedbyFenwickIsland’sResidentialConcernsCommittee,theevent featuredinformationaldisplaysanddiscussionswithrepresentativesofgroups includingtheDelawareCenterforthe InlandBays,theDelawareUrban& CommunityForestryProgram, DelawareBotanicGardens,LewesbasedPreserveOurParkandtheSussex PreservationCoalition.

JaniceBortner,whochairstheFenwickIsland’sResidentialConcerns Committee,said,“Weloseoursouls” whenanypieceofthenaturalworldis lost. “Ithinkthat’swhywe’reallhere today.”

Inadditiontoclimatechange,manmadeenvironmentaldisruptions,such asexcessivenighttimelighting,canaffectthehealthofhumansandanimals, accordingtoaFenwickhomeowner whohasembracedaninternational movementtocurbsuchlighting.

RoseMaryHoy—amemberofthe ResidentialConcernsCommittee,as wellastheGreenInfrastructureSubcommittee—saidshelearnedaboutthe DarkSkyInitiativethreeorfouryears ago.Shesaidsheandherhusband, Michael,hadpurchasedahomeinFenwickIsland,andanapartmentbuilding acrossthebayhadinstalledlights.

“Thosebrightlightsshinedright acrossthewater.Theglarecameup,and

afterthesunwouldset,youreallydid needsunglassestositoutfront.Itwas thatdistracting,”Hoysaidoftheapartmentlighting,“andatnight,intoour bedrooms.

“So,Ithought,‘WhatamIgoingto do?’”shetoldthenearlypackedmeeting roomthisweek.

Shesaidherhusbandmetwithpeopleattheapartmentbuilding,and “Theywerehorrified,”shesaid.“They didnotunderstandtheimpactoftheir lighting.Theyreallywantedtojustlight theirparkinglotforsecuritypurposes,” Hoysaid.

Theapartmentowners“thankfully” modifiedtheirlighting,shesaid,byreducingthenumberoflights,having themshinedownward“andtheproblem wassignificantlyresolved.”

Hoysaidshelearnedthatexcessive lightingdoesn’tjustaffecthumans,“but alsothewildlifeandtheecosystem. “Thebirdmigrationisaffectedbylighting.Theturtles,whenthey’retryingto hatchandgoouttosea,theygothe wrongwayiftherearelightsonabuilding.Thepollinators,we’reseeingareductioninthem.Thenocturnal animals…theyforageatnight.Someof themreproduceatnight.Plants—they canbudearlierandproduceless,”dueto artificiallighting,shesaid.

HoysaidthatDarkSkyprinciplesdo

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withresourceprotectioninmindby avoidingwetlands,precludingconstructiononshoreduringtherecreational seasonandduringsensitivenestingand spawningtimesnearshore,buryinginfrastructureonland,andhundredsmore measures.U.S.Wind’sprojectplansas thepreferredalternativemeansthat

notinvolve“gettingridofallnighttime lighting.Butthereareresponsible thingsthatwecando,especiallywith moderntechnology,tomodifythelightinginourhomes,inourcommunities. And,hopefully,throughourutilitycompanies, itwillgetbetter.”

Havinglightingthatshinesdowninsteadofacrossawidearea,usingdimmers,andusingredoryellow-hued lighting,whichismuchmorefriendlyto wildlife,aswellashumaneyes,areways peoplecanreduceexcessivelighting, Hoysaid.

SueEllenBlackwood,representing PreserveOurPark,saidtheorganizationwasformedinlate2022tofight againsttheconstructionofarestaurant andbarwithinCapeHenlopenState Park.

“Weweresuccessful,”Blackwood said.

A thousandpeoplecametoanevent atCapeHenlopenHighSchooldesignedtoinformthepublicaboutthe project,and68ofthe70peoplewho spokeattheeventexpressedopposition, shesaid,addingthattherestaurant projectis“offthetablefornow.”

TheslateofspeakerslastweekincludedDebCowell,alsoamemberof FenwickIsland’sGreenInfrastructure Subcommittee,whosaidshewasinspiredbyherhorticulturistfather,Hans Johannsen,toappreciatetheimportance

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we’llbeabletodevelopourentirefederalleaseareaandmaximizedeliveryof offshorewindenergytoDelmarva.”

U.S.Windrepresentativesforthedevelopmentcompanystatedthat“nothing washidden”throughoutthe applicationprocess.Representativesof theRenewableRedevelopmentfirm saiditis“verycommontohaveasubsidiarycompanyforprojectdevelopment,andweadvertisedthishearingas theentitythatmadetheapplication.”

BrokenturbineonmindofFenwickofficials

By KerinMagill StaffReporter

Therecentbreakingapartofawind turbineunderconstructioninMassachusettswasonthemindofFenwick IslandMayorNatalieMagdeburgerlast week.

MagdeburgeropenedtheFriday,July 26, FenwickIslandTownCouncilmeetingwithastatementabouttheincident, inwhichawindturbinebladeoffthe coastofNantucketbrokeintopieces thatwashedupontheisland’sbeaches.

“Thereisadebateastowhythe bladebroke,”Magdeburgersaid.“Some aresayingitisadesignflaw,which couldnotbeagoodthingforanyof them…Othershavesaiditwasamanufacturingdefectthatwasjustattributabletothatblade.Thebottomlineis thatifyoufollowthenewscyclethere, the materialfromtheblades,whichis fiberglassandstyrofoamandother pieces,iswashinguponthebeaches.

“Ithasresultedintheclosureofthe

beaches,”aswellascleanupoperations onshore,Magdeburgersaid. LocalofficialsinNantucket,shesaid, hadagreedtoacommunitybenefits packageofferedbythewindfarmdeveloper,VineyardWind.FenwickIsland officialsdeclinedtosignontoasimilar packageofferedbyU.S.Wind,developersofaproposedwindfarmoffthe DelawareandMarylandcoast.

Neighboringtownsdidsignthe agreement,whichnetsthem$100,000a yearfor10yearsaslongastheydonot publiclyopposetheproposedwind farm.

“Idon’tknowthedetailsofwhat theysignedandwhattheydidn’tsign,” MagdeburgersaidoftheNantucket towns.“Butifitwaslikethecommunity benefitspackagethatwaspresentedto thetownshere,theyhaveafallbackposition,whichis,basically,‘We’llgiveyou money,butifyouhavetoassertaclaim againstus,you’llhavetogivethat

moneybackoveraperiodoftime.’” Nantucketofficials,shesaid,have toldconstituents“thattheywillbeseekingtore-negotiatethatcommunity benefitspackage…downtheline.”

Whiletherearecurrently10turbines sofarintheNantucket-areawindfarm, 60areplanned.

“We’reexpectinghundredsofthem,” andtheywillbetallerthanthosein Nantucket,Magdeburgersaid.

FenwickIslandPlanningCommissionChairwomanSusanBrennanadded thattheNantucketwindturbinesare madebythesamemanufacturerthatthe U.S.Windturbineswillbemadeby.

“That’ssomethingthatwe’vebeen veryconcernedabout,andwe’veexpressedpubliclythatwethinkthere shouldbeapause”inthewindfarmdevelopment,Magdeburgersaid.She addedthat“what’sveryinteresting”is thatfederalofficialshavepausedfurther developmentoftheVineyardWind projectuntilthereis“anassessmentof what causedthatparticularbladetogo.”

ShesaidVineyardWindhasissued statementsthatthereisnodangerposed bythebrokenblade,but“theyhaveto cleanitup.It’snotsomethingthatcan berecycled,soallthatmaterial…is nowmakingitswaytothelandfill.”

“Theseareallissuesthatwehave raised,asacommunity,inFenwick,” Magdeburgersaid.“Whathappensif thereisanissue,whathappenstothe environment,whathappenstoproperty valuesandeconomiclossandlossof tourism?It’sjustsomethingtokeepour eyeson,”shesaid.

AlsoattheJuly26meeting,the TownsaidgoodbyetoCouncilMember EdBishop,whogotastandingovation ashewashonoredforhisservicetothe Townathislastmeeting.Bishopis movingoutofstateandisnotseeking re-electiononAug.3.

Itwasalsoannouncedthatthe Town’sPollinatorParkatLewesStreet andBuntingAvenuewillbeformally dedicatedwithaceremonyonAug.31 at4p.m.

MillsboroPDhostingfreeCitizenPoliceAcademy

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

TheMillsboroPoliceDepartment

willagainthisyearofferitsCitizen PoliceAcademy,afree,eight-week coursedesignedtoenlightenresidents aboutpolicedutiesandpolicy.

Plannedfor6to8p.m.every WednesdayfromSept.18toNov.6at thepolicestation,at120WestRailroadAvenue,theclasswillteach“how policeoperate—thehiring,training, arrestprocedures–andwewilltakea deepdiveintopolicyandresponseto resistance,”ChiefBrianCalloway said.

“Theywillseethesituationspolice getinto,howlongtheyhavetomake thosedecisionsthatcouldimpact themtherestoftheircareers,”hesaid.

Alsoplannedarediscussionsabout theannualYouthPoliceAcademyand theworkaschoolresourceofficer does,aswellastoursofthemedical

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TheMillsboroPoliceDepartment issmall,withnoaviationunitor SWATTeam,“butwhatwedohaveis communityengagement,”hesaid. Thosefrombigcitieswhorelocate toMillsboroare“usedtothewaytheir policedepartmentsoperate,andthey comeherewithassumptions.Atthe endoftheseclasses,Ihearhowsurprisedthestudentsarewithourprofessionalismandourskills,andthey lookatusinadifferentlight,”Callowaysaid.

Lionsannouncereturnof7NightsOut

10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION!

TheLordBaltimoreLionsClubthis weekannouncedthattheir7NightsOut Fundraiserisbackagainforthisyear. Membersoftheclubwillbesellingtickets.

ProjectChairThrynnKirbynotedthe largenumberandvarietyoflocalchoice restaurantsthatwillbeavailableinthis year’sfundraiser.

“Onewinnerwillreceiveover$500in restaurantgiftcardsfrompopulareating establishmentsinOceanView,Bethany Beachandneighboringareas.”

Ticketscost$2eachor$5forthree, andthereisnolimittothenumberof ticketspeoplemaypurchase.Forthepast two7NightsOutFundraisers,thewin-

ningtickethasbeenheldbyfull-timeresidentsofthearea.

TheLionsClubcausessupportedby thisfundraiserincludesupportofvision, diabetesawareness,combattinghunger, supportingyouthwithcollegeandnursing scholarships,andaidingindisasterrelief. TheLordBaltimoreLionsClubalsosupportcausesthatdirectlyimpactthelives ofcitizensinneed.

Foradditionalinformationonthe LordBaltimoreLionsClub,visitthewebsiteatwww.lordbaltimorelionsclub.org,or contactLionVicePresidentand7Nights OutProjectChairThrynnKirbyat thrynnocean@mchsi.comorLionSecretaryKathyattinkerbell@yahoo.com.

examiner’soffice,thedispatchcenter andcorrectionalfacility.

“Ithasbeengoodoutreachforus, andI’mlookingforwardtoit,”Callowaysaid.

Heandotherofficerswillteachthe sessions.

“Thebenefitisgettingtoknow andunderstandyourlocalpolicedepartment.Whentheyhaveaclasslike thisandtheydeveloparelationship withtheofficersinthecommunity,if theyareinanemergencysituation, theyseesomeonetheyknow.Ihave foundthatisverycomforting,”the chiefsaid.

Students donothavetobeMillsboro residentstoattendbutmustbe18or olderandabletostand,walkorsitfor periodsoftime,committothetimerequiredforattendance,passabackpack checkandhavevalididentification.

Theclasswillbelimitedto40students.

ApplyontheMillsboroPoliceDepartment’sFacebookpage.

oftreestothehealthoftheplanet.

TheDelawareCenterfortheInland BayswasrepresentedbyDirectorof Outreach&EducationLisaSwanger.

“Weareallincrediblyconnected,for betterorworse,throughwater,”inthe InlandBaysWatershed,Swangersaid.

CatherineWinkler,co-ownerof RootsLandscaping,saidthatcareful stewardshipofplantsisparticularlyimportantinthefaceoframpantdevelopmentineasternSussexCounty.

“There’salotthat’sbeingtaken away,”Winklersaid.“It’sourresponsibilitytogiveitback.”

JillHicks,interimpresidentofthe SussexPreservationCoalition,emphasizedtheimportanceofeducationand advocacyinpreservingthearea’snatural areas.

Whiletherearecurrentlynocounty ordinancesregardingtreepreservation, Hickssaidthatwith4,000members, thecoalitionisbeginningtomakeinroads.

“WhenwegotoCountyCouncil andspeak,theyhearus,”shesaid.

Editorial Columns LetterstotheEditor

Editorial

FenwickIslandvoterswillheadtothepollsthisweekendtodecide betweenfourcandidatesforthreeopenseatsonthattown’scouncil.

Or,letussayinstead,FenwickIslandvotersshouldheadtothepolls thisweekendtodecidebetweenfourcandidatesforthreeopenseatson thattown’scouncil.

Thoughwelove,asanation,tofocusallofourenergiesandargumentsoverthenationalpoliticalscene,thefactremainsthatthesedecisionsbyyourtownofficialsarguablymakeanevengreaterimpacton yourday-to-daylifethanthegrapplersinsidetheBeltway.Consideryour propertytaxes,sidewalks,policefunding,beaches,canals,etc.Allofthese thingsaremanagedanddecidedonbyagroupofpeoplewhocared enoughtogetinvolvedandtrytohelp.

Andyougettodecidewhichofthosepeoplewillbetheoneswhoin factmakethesedecisions.TheFenwickIslandSocietyofHomeowners (FISH)recentlyheldaneventtointroducethecandidatestointerested voters,andweareincludingaQ&Awiththecandidatesinthisweek’s

papertohelpwiththedecision-makingprocess.

Sometimes,that’senoughtohelp.Sometimes,it’snot. Doyourresearchonthecandidatestothepointwhereyoufeelcomfortablewithyourdecision.Talkwithneighbors,entercandidates’names intoourhandy-dandysearchengineatcoastalpoint.comandseewhat thesepeoplehavedoneinthepast,andwhetheryouagreeornotwith theirpositions.Yougetonevoteforanimportantissue.Makeitcount.

Wehaveseenwaytoomanyinstanceslocallyindifferenttowns wheretherearen’tenoughcandidatestoevenholdanelection.Infact, someelectionsdon’tseeanycandidatesfiletorun,andcouncilmembers havetoappointsomeonetofillthatseat.Thatshouldbeaconcernwhen asmallnumberofpeoplegettopicktheTown’sleaders.

ButnotinFenwickIsland.Onceagain,thereareenoughinterested andengagedpeopletoholdanelection,andthevotersgettohavetheir sayonwhorunstheTown’soperations.

Useyourvote.Bethankfulyougettouseitforyourownbenefit.

WorldSeriesoffersglimpseintoallthat’sgood Takethetimeandmaketherightchoice ViewPoint

Weallliketoharkenbackonsimplertimes,don’twe?

Well,maybenotallofus.Ishouldhaveprobablyprefacedthat withsomethingtotheeffectof,well:“Allofuswhosoundlikeastring offirecrackersexplodingeverytimewestandoutofachairormumble about‘oddhoursofthenight’whenseeingacallonourphonesafter 7:30p.m.liketoharkenback...”

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Point of No Return

Darin J. McCann

There’sanargumenttobemadethatwhatweactuallylookback onsofondlyisanostalgia-fueledmemoryof timeswhenourparentspaidourbillsand keptussafeatnightorwhenpeopleheld doorsopenforoneanother—whileconvenientlyforgettingthatweoftenlaidinbedat nightcountingdownthedaysuntilwecould moveoutandmakeourownrules,anddidn’t havetowaitforeveruntiltheoldbaldguy withthefirecracker-soundingkneeswould finallymakeittothedooryouhavebeenholdingopenforwhat seemslikeaneternityand...

ButIdigress.

ofhotdogsmixedinforgoodmeasure.Smilesonthefacesofthesupportersoftheplayerstellsastoryoffamilyconnectionsandmemories beingcreatedinourownlittleFieldofDreams,andwatchingplayers fromtheNetherlandsmingleandgigglewithplayersfromFrankford, Hawaii,PuertoRicoandIllinoisoffersaglimpseofafuturethatcautiouslyhintsathopeinsteadofwhateveryouwanttocallsomeofthe thingsgoingonaroundus.

Thereissomethingtobesaidaboutcomfort.It’shonestlywhat makesussoinherentlyafraidofchange,inmyopinion.Wegetsetin ourways.Welikethingstoremainthesame.Andanythingthatdisturbstheproverbialapplecartismetwithdistrust,disdainand...help meouthere...dysentery?Thatdoesn’tsoundright.Let’sjustgoback to“distrust”and“disdain.”

Whateverthecase,weoftenfeelallwarmandfuzzyinsidewhen wedocomeacrosssomethingthatjustfeelsrightinoursoul,likeit belongsthereandshouldalwaysbethere.Igetthatfeelingeveryyear whenIwalkfromtheparkinglottothefieldsatLowerSussexLittle LeaguetowatchtheSeniorLeagueSoftballWorldSeries.

Maybeit’sjusthearing“GirlsJustWanttoHaveFun”blareout throughoutthefacilityasI’mexchangingsmilesandnodswithtournamentvolunteers,orthesoundofexcitedvoicesallaroundorjustthe prideinmyheartknowingthatmembersofourlittlecommunityso skillfullyputthisoneveryyearthatLittleLeaguekeepscomingback formore.Whateveritis,everystressandworryandeverythingelse thatmuddlesupthismuddledbrainofminejustwashesawaywhenI gettothefield.

Surely,theatmosphereplaysapart.Itisatremendously-maintainedballparkwithalayoutthatlendsitselftowanderingfromfield tofield,withadozenortwostopsattheconcessionstandforafistful

Andtheseplayersaretrulyspecialyoung people.Thesearethekidsweallwanttosee intheworldtoday—polite,responsible,accountabletooneanother.Yougetreminded thattheseworld-classathletesarestill,infact, kids,whenyouseethemgatheredtogetherin frontofacameramakingTikTokcontentor eatingice-creamconesorjustsnugglingup withparentsinthebleachersbetweengames.

Andthen,seeminglywithasnapofthefinger,theytransform themselvesbackintocompetitiveathleteswithworldchampionship dreamsontheirminds.

Caseinpoint,theveryfirstbatterIsawatbatinthisyear’sSeries, Canada’sJosieWright.

Withfansandplayersfrombothteamsmakingatonofnoiseto greetthetournament’sfirstpitch,Wrightsmashedalinedrivetoleft field,turnedonthejetsassheroundedfirstandsteamedintosecond withalead-offdouble.Sheimmediatelyturnedtoherteammatesin thedugout,wentfullHulkHoganwithacommandingflexand shouted,“Let’sgo”inawaythatmademewanttojumpoutofthe bleachersandjointhecause.

Twobatterslater,QuorraGukertblastedatwo-runshottoleftto giveCanadaa2-0lead,halfofthespectatorswerewhippedintoa frenzy andImadeamentalnotethatthisSerieswasalreadyofficially heatedup.AsinglebythenextbattermadeyoubelieveCanadawas abouttoopentheproverbialcanofyou-know-what,butSoutheast’s MakennaReimerandHaleyAldermancombinedforabrilliantdoubleplaytoendtheinning,causingtheotherhalfofthespectatorsto explodeincheers.

Southeastendedupcomingbackandwinningthatgameafter holdingoffalateCanadarally,andIwasremindedagainjusthow specialthiseventis.

Andithasbeeneverysingleyear.Somethingsdostaythesame, evenwhenthecharactersaredifferent.

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GuestColumn Sometimesaheadlinejustmakesyoulaugh

ByJerryHardiman SpecialtotheCoastalPoint

Doyousometimesdoadoubletake whenreadingsomeheadlinesofnewsarticles?Wonderingwhetheryoureadit rightandthenreaditagain?Orwhether theheadlinewriterwasserious?Hereare someexamples,collectedfromvarious

Letters

CottageTourahit, thankstomany

Editor:

TworainyJulydays,floodedroads andmuddidnotdampentheenthusiasmofourloyaltourattendeesasthey enjoyedthe32ndAnnualBeach&Bay CottageTour!Aschairofthetour,itis mypleasuretooffermymostsincere appreciationandgratitudetoeveryone responsibleforhelpingtomakethis year’stouranoutstandingsuccess.

Thisannualtourisheldinsupport oftheSouthCoastalLibraryin

sources:

•L.A.VotersApproveUrbanRenewal byLandslide

•AirlineTravelSaferDespiteMore Accidents

•DoctorTestifiesinHorseSuit

•ActorJailedforNotFinishingSentence

•SchoolTwoEasyforKids

BethanyBeach.IfyoumissedtheInpersontourdon’tworry—theVirtual Tour,raffleticketsandtourT-shirtsremainavailablethroughAug.4onour website, www.beachandbaycottagetour.com.

Ourcelebrationbeganwithawonderfulcocktailpartyheldatthelibrary. Thecocktailpartyrecognizedand thankedourhomeowners,sponsors, donorsandtourcommittee.Partyattendeeswereabletoseeforthemselves howthemoniesraisedfromthetour helpthelibrary.

Wearegratefultothe10homeown-

•LocalWeeklyNewspaperDisturbingtoOver18,000Households

•LackofWaterHurtsIceFishing

•GroomSuesBrideofFourMouths

•ComplaintsAboutNBAReferees GrowingUgly

•DumpedFishRemainsUpset

•GovernorTakesPositiononDirty Toilets

•LawyersGivePoorFreeAdvice

•BlindBishopAppointedtoSee

•BanonSolicitingDeadinTown

Iknowthere’spressuretomeetdeadlinesandthingsgetmissedevenwith finaleditorialreview.Butheadlineslike thesethatslipthroughcanmakeyou wanttoreadthearticle,andtheygiveusa laugh.That’salwaysgood.Enjoytheday.

erswhograciouslyopenedtheirhomes virtuallyforthreeweeksandthesix homeownerswhoalsoopenedtheir homeforthein-persontwodaysofthe tour.WethankNatalie&MikeKeefer (House1),Michelle&MikeAlber, (House2),Katie&PatPrada(House 3),Dianna&BruceBoehm(House4), Jessice&TimTice(House5),Julie& VictorMichelena(House6),Pam& DavidHasson(House7),Nuvan Seneviratne&SophiaStuart(House8), Cindy&TedHart(House9),andBarb &LouPugliese(House10).Wethank eachofyouforsharingyourhomewith

ourtourguests!

Thankyoutooursponsors:theTour issponsoredbyLeslieKoppofThe LeslieKoppGroup.OurPlatinum HomesponsorsareCRxConstruction, Heather’sHomeWorks,Miken Builders,NatelliHomesandSeaLight DesignBuild.TheGoldHomesponsorsareBruceMearsDesign/Buildand SEAStudioArchitects.

AnnePowell,theTownofBethany Beach,G&E-HockersSupermarket, MarnieCustomHomes,PNCBank

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andSeaColonyareourToteBagsponsors.NallyHomessponsoredtheraffle, SchellBrothersBridgewatersponsored thevideos,thehangtagsponsorwas PohankaofSalisbury,andwehadan anonymoussponsorfortheT-shirts.

Specialthankstoouramazingtour committee:AnnBoteler,CarolBrigleb, AnnaMaeBuhl,BarbaraCarlson, SheilaColicchio,StephanieCompton, SteveEmbrey,DarcyGioia,David Green,MeaghanGreen,Rosemary Hardiman,KathyJankowski,Charlie Kopay,LindaKulin,ShaunLambert, TerriLokey,LauraMartin,Lori Meighan,PhyllisRegotti,CindyThalmann,BarbieThomas,FredThomas, MarylouTietz,LenaVebaresand ColleenWilson.Thesewomenandmen haveworkedthroughouttheyearinthe coordination,preparationandexecution ofthetour.

Averybigthank-youtoSueKeefe andherwonderfulstaffattheSouth CoastalLibrary.

Also,thiseventwouldnothappen withoutthededicatedvolunteerswho annuallyreturntousservingashosts and hostesses,ticketsellersandtraffic coordinators.Hundredsofvolunteers helpedwiththisyear’stour.Thankyou all!

TheAdopt-a-Houseprogramwasa greatsuccess,andthanksgotothefol-

lowinglocalorganizationsfortheirsupportinprovidingcoordinatorsand hostessesinthetourhomes:Alpha AlphaSorority,BarefootGardeners, BaysideLadies,Bishop’sLanding Ladies,CoastalGardeners,Friendsof EileenGiaquinto,GardenersbytheSea, Heather ’sHomeWorks,LadiesofBay Forest,LadiesofWindhurstManor, LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub,MillvillebytheSea,ReserveBeachGals, SaltAirGardeners,SaltPondWomen’s ClubandtheWomen’sCivicClubof BethanyBeach.

Wethankthemanyadvertisersin ourtourbooklet.Pleaseseeourwebsite foralistingofallofouradvertisers.As youshop,pleaseletthemknowthatyou sawtheiradinthetourbook.

Wealsothankourmanygenerous donorswhomadefinancialcontributionstothetour.Pleasecheckoutour website—www.beachandbaycottagetour.com—tomakeadonation.

Onceagain,ourraffleisamazing, andforthatwethankthe14restaurants whodonatedgiftcards:DiFebo’s restaurant,DiFebo’sMarketplace,FlavoratDickensParlourTheatre,Fins, GoodEarthMarket,Mancini’s, Melissa’sDinner&Lounge,Offthe Hook,Rosenfeld’sJewishDeli,Sedona, SoDelRestaurants,TheCaféon26, TheParkwayandTouchofItaly.

Nottobemissedisthebeautifulartworkdonatedtotherafflebyninelocal artists:TaraFunkGrim,LauraHickman,ClaireHoward,WayneLyons,

JeanneMueller,DamonPla,DebRose, AmandaSokolskiandCherylWisbrock.Weappreciateyourcontinued support!

TotheTownsofBethanyBeachand SouthBethany,andtheBayForest Community,wethankyouforyourcooperationincoordinatingtheparking logisticsforourtourparticipants.We especiallythankG&E/Hocker’sSalt PondPlazafortheuseoftheparking lot tostageourtrolleys.

SpecialthanksgototheCoastal Pointfortheirexceptionalcoverageand alsotoCoastalStyle,DelawareBeach Life,SouthernDelawareExplorerand WRDE-TV.

Planninghasalreadybegunforthe 2025tour.Markyourcalendarsforthe celebrationofthe33rdAnnualBeach& BayCottageTouronWednesday,July 23,andThursday,July24,2025—be suretomakeyourreservationsearly,as thisyear’stourwasasell-out!

Forupdatedtourinformation,visit our websiteatwww.beachandbaycottagetour.comandlikeusonFacebook.

Finally,thankstoallofyouwhoattendedthe32ndAnnualBeach&Bay CottageTourinsupportoftheSouth CoastalLibrary.Wethankyoufor spendingyourtimewithusandhope thatyouenjoyedthevarietyofhomes onthisyear’stour.We’llseeyouin 2025!

KathyGreen,Chair 2024Beach&BayCottageTour

Readerbemoans allowanceofgrowth

Editor:

Youreditorial“Officialsneedtowork out ourflowproblems”startedout strongbyidentifyingthesignificant problemourareahaswiththe“explosionofnewhomesbeingbuiltwithlittletonoinfrastructureimprovements.” Butthenyoudroppedtheballwhenthe restoftheeditorialfocusedontheneed tocorrectthe“flowoftraffic.”There wouldn’tbeatraffic“flow”problemif therewasn’tsomuchunrestrained growth.

Insteadoffocusingonthetiming oftrafficlights,perhapsyoumight questionthewisdomofourlocalcommunitiesallowingthesegrowth“explosions”inthefirstplace.Itmakes nosensetocontinuetoallowhundredsofacresoffarmlandtobeconvertedintothousandsofsingle-and multi-homedevelopmentswhenthe existinginfrastructurecannotsupport it.

RightoutsideofmytownofSouth Bethany,therearetwonewmassive developmentsoffofMuddyNeck Road.Fartherup,offofWoodland, thesecond(orthirdorfourth)stage ofalargedevelopmentisbeing launched.

The solutiontothetrafficcongestion

The Estates at Bridgewater strikes the perfect balance between convenience and tranquility, located within arm's reach of local shops and charming restaurants, providing effortless accessibility to everything.

With a two-story waterfront amenity and water access nearby, laid-back living will wash over you like waves on the shore. At The Estates at Bridgewater, Schell Brothers brings you curb appeal and quality in a one-of-a-kind community.

causedbyallofthisbuilding—to lowerthespeedlimitonMuddyNeck RoadandaddastopsignatDouble BridgesRoad.Brilliant.Whatarethe folksrunningtheTownofFrankford thinking?

Changeisinevitable.Butitshould beconsideredandthoughtfulchange. It’snotasifallthisdevelopmentishappeningbyaccident.Farmlandisnot zonedforsingle-ormulti-familyhousing.Eachtimeadevelopmentisapproved,townofficialsmustspecifically allowazoningchange.

OfficialsinFrankford,Millville, BethanyBeachandotherlocaltowns canlooktoFenwickIslandtoseewhat happenswhendevelopmentgetstoofar outofhand.Folksfinallyhaveenough andkickouttheofficialsandelectfolks whoopposealldevelopment.Thisisnot

awisecourseofaction,butneitherisallowingan“explosion“ofnewdevelopment.

JosephP.Petito SouthBethany

Readerwantsbetter useofwords

Editor:

Iappreciatedandagreedwiththe editorial“LoweringtheTemperatureis alwaysagoodstart”untilIgottothe next-to-lastorlastsentence:“Weneed todefendourprinciplesandbeliefsand fightforwhatwebelievetoberight.” Fight?

Isn’tthereanotherwordtohelptone downtherhetoric?“workfor”?“advocatefor”?“speakfor”?Weallneedtobe morethoughtfulaboutourwords.The ideaofasecondcivilwarisbeingcirculated.Wecannotgothere.

DiannSherwin Dagsboro

Thankstoourlocal lifeguards

Editor:

NBCand,locally,WBOC-TVrana segment ofhowfirerescueunitsinOak IslandBeachinNorthCarolinause dronestohelpsaveswimmerscaughtin ripcurrents.Certainly,thisiscuttingedgestuffandcanhelpsavelives.But whatthenewssegmentdoesn’tsayis thatmuchofthesoutherncoastof NorthCarolinadoesnotemploylifeguards.

Irecentlyvisitedfriendsinnearby OceanIsleBeachandaskedaboutthe lackoflifeguards.Theysaiditjustisn’t fundedthere.Surprising,sincethereare tens ofthousandsofbeachgoersthere duringthesummer.Dronescancertainlyhelp,butbythetimethevolunteerfirerescuepeoplearedeployed, preciousminutesarelostintherescue attempt.

InDelawaretoOceanCitythereare

manylifeguardswhodoafantasticjob ofensuringsafetyatamoment’snotice. Sogladourbeachesareprotectedthis way,andwhiledronesmaybeanadded featureatsomepoint,givemethemen andwomenwhoserveaslifeguardsany day.Reallyappreciateyourservice!

TimSmedick OceanView

Baysideaiming tostartHOAco-op

Editor:

We,thehomeowner-electedboard membersatBaysideAmericana(Dave WilliamsandDavidChun),arereachingouttohomeowner-electedboarddirectorsincommunitiesalongtheLewes toFenwickIslandcorridor.

Ourgoalistogaugeinterestinstartingaco-operativeamongHOAhomeowner-electeddirectors.Asa“co-op,” wecanbegintoleverageourcollective experiences,understandingsand learnings(“bestpractices”),makingeachof usbetterabletofulfillourfiduciary dutytohomeowners.

Baysideisa1,450unit“mixed-use” developmentofsingle-family,townhomes/duplexesandmulti-unitcondo buildings.Asamixed-usecommunity, wehavethirdpartieswhoownandoperatetheamenities,retailand,ofcourse, theFreemanStage.Lastly,weareinthe finalsixmonthspriortotransitioning majorityboardcontroltohomeowners attheendof2024.Whilewerecognize our communitymaybedifferentthan most,welikelyfacesimilarchallenges onmatterssuchascorporategovernance,boarddecision-makingalignment,financialcontrol,grounds maintenance,etc.

We’dliketoknowifothercommunitiesinsouthernSussexCountyareinterestedinstartingaco-operative.Ifso, pleaseemail Sussex.hoa.co.op@gmail.comandprovideusthefollowinginformation(respondtoallrequesteditems):

NameofCommunity

Town/Location

Current#ofResidences

Total#ofResidencesuponcompletion

PhaseofDevelopment(early–growth–approachingtransition–transitionedwithinthepast12months)

MixedUseorResidentialcommunity(pleaseindicate)

YourName(1Boardmemberplease)

YourPositiononBoard

YourContactEmail

YourContactPhone

HOAownedClubhouse/CommunityCentertohostmeetingsofthecoop?Yes/No

Ourinitialcriteriaforparticipation intheco-opwillbe:

• Communitywithatleast300residentialunits(uponcommunitycompletion);

•Mustbeahomeowner-elected

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OverdoseAwarenesseventscheduledatfirehall

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

WhenTerriFerrelltalksabouther son,ScottJosephAdams,it’swithlove andafewtears.

TheChristmasbabysheusedto jokewasdroppeddownthewrong chimneydiedofadrugoverdosejust beforetheholidaylastyear,beforehis 40thbirthday.

Inhishonor,andtohelpothersaddictedtodrugs,andtheirworried families,findcomfortandresources, FerrellorganizedSayTheirName OverdoseAwareness,anevent plannedfornoonto4p.m.onSaturday,Aug.31,attheMillsboroVolunteerFireCompany’sbanquethallon StateStreet.

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causeparentswanttoheartheirchildren’snames,”FerrelltoldtheCoastal Point,addingthattheeventisfree andopentothepublic,andguestswill beservedcomplimentaryhotdogs, beveragesandpotatochips.

FerrellismanagerofChristian Storehouse,anon-profitstore,resourcecenterandfoodbankinMillsboro,whichissponsoringtheevent andprovidingrefreshments.There willbeacrafttableforgueststomake abuttonwiththenameofadeceased lovedoneonit.

AformerDelawareStatePolice trooperwillhelpprovideresources, andministerswillbetheretoprovide support.

“Thesepeoplewhoareaddicts— theyhaveadisease.Theyarenota disease.Wehavetochangethe

memberoftheHOABoard.No founder-appointedboardmembersmay participate;and •Communityhaseithernottransitionedorhasrecentlytransitioned (withinpast12months)tohomeownermajoritycontrol.

stigma,”saidFerrell.“Evenifwecan preventoneoverdose,wewanttogive peopleresourcesforaddicts.

“Wehavealotofvendorsthatare comingtosupportus,”shesaid.“We haveBeebeHealthcare’smobileunit coming,andtheyaregoingtohave Narcantraining.Wewanttohelp peoplewithrecovery,withgrief,with counseling,toletthemknowthatthey arenotalone.”

Herson,shesaid,was“absolutely wonderful.”

“Hewasmyrock.HediedonDec. 19ofanoverdoseofcocaineandfentanyl,sohewasmurderedbythedrug dealerasfarasI’mconcerned,but thereisnothingIcando.According tothedetective,thereisnowayto proveexactlywhatwasgiventomy son,”shesaid.

PleaserespondnolaterthanFriday, Aug.23,2024.Dependingonthelevel ofinterest,amemberofourteamwill reachbacktorespondentsonpotential nextsteps.

“IplannedthiseventbecauseI wanttohelppreventonepersonfrom dyinglikemysondid.Mysonstruggledfor31yearswithwhathappened tohimwhenhewas8andhewas traumatizedbyanotheradult,afamily friend,”shesaid.

Tootherparentswhohavelost childrentodrugoverdoses,hermessageis,“Nevergiveup,anddon’tstop tryingtogetthemthehelpthey need.”

Ferrellsaidsheisalsotryingtoget abandtoplayattheeventwhatshe describedas“upbeatChristianmusic” that“maybewilltouchoneperson.”

Sheisaskinganyoneinterestedin beingavendororvolunteering,or anyonewillingtohelphercreatea websitetoprovideresourcesforaddicts,tocallherat(302)245-5312.

Welookforwardtohearingfrom you.

DaveWilliamsandDavidChun, BoardMembers BaysideAmericana,Selbyville

Trainingofferedtoclinical,healthworkers

TheDelawareDivisionofPublic Health(DPH)isnowproviding healthequitytrainingthroughthe HealthEquityInstituteofDelaware (HEIDE).LedbytheOfficeofthe MedicalDirectorandOfficeofthe ChiefHealthEquityOfficer,HEIDE isdesignedtoprovidersandpublic healthworkersapproachtheirwork fromahealthequityperspective.

“HEIDEaddsaworkforcetraining focustoDelaware’scurrenthealthequitylandscape,”saidDPHDeputyDirectorandChiefHealthEquity OfficerTeshaQuail,PhD,LPCMH, NCC.“Wehavecreatedalearning communitythatcreatesasafespace forcollaboration,dialogue,growth, andexplorationaroundhealthequity.”

Lt.Gov.BethanyHall-Long,herselfanurse,said,“Professionaldevelopmentthrougharealhealthequity lensiscriticalbecausethatperspective willinfluenceourpatientcare,our families,ourcommunity,andthedevelopmentofhealthcarepolicyand practicestandards.”

Participantswillparticipateinonline,virtual,andin-personeducational experiencesledbylocalandnational healthequityexperts.Therearetwo

Gwyerfirstrecipient ofscholarship

CourtneyGwyer,aleadradiology technicianatBeebeHealthcare,has beenawardeda$15,000scholarship fromSouthernDelawareImagingAssociates(SDIA).

Sheisthefirstprofessionaltoearn theRadiologyAdvancedPracticeScholarship,aprogramformedthroughacollaborationbetweenSDIAandBeebe MedicalFoundation.Thescholarship wasestablishedtosupportongoingeducationandprofessionaldevelopmentopportunitiesforclinicalprofessionalswho areemployedatBeebe.

BeeberepresentativessaidGwyerhas demonstratedanexceptionalcommitmenttothefieldofradiologyandleadershippotential,whileproviding comprehensive,compassionatecarefor patients.Gwyeriscurrentlypursuingan advanceddegreeinradiology,withplans tograduatefromMidwesternState Universityinlate2024.Inearly2025, sheintendstotakeherboardexams, withagoalofbecomingaregisteredradiolog yassistant.

“Wearefortunatetohaveradiologistswhosupporttheworkandskillof technologists,whilealsoencouraging thosewhoareadvancingtheireducation,”saidGwyer.“Iamhumbledand thankfultobeawardedthisscholarship asIcompletethefinalsixmonthsofmy master’sprogram,andIaspiretocontinuelivingandworkinginSussex County.”

learnertracks:acliniciantrackfor thoseinclinicalandpatientcarefields, andaprofessionals’trackforthosein non-clinicalfields.Collegeundergraduatesandgraduatestudentsmayalso participate.

Learnerswillidentifyequitygaps andworktofillthemthroughshortandlong-termprojects.Theprojects willcoverareassuchasclimatechange, sexualandreproductivehealth,mental healthservices,anddentalcare.Learnerswillalsobeinvolvedinresearch thatwillhelpinformstateactionand contributetonationaldiscourse.

“Byworkingtogetherwithother stakeholderstopromotehealthequity, participantsinHEIDEwillcreatean ecosystemthatprogressivelysupports vulnerableDelawareanstoattainand maintainoptimalhealthwhilemoving

thestatetowardsequity,andaddressinghealthdisparities,”saidDPH MedicalDirectorDr.AweleMadukaEzeh.

HEIDEwaslaunchedonJuly18 withvirtualsessionsledbyvarious speakers.Theinitiativeincludes Working4Equity,alectureseriesfor workingclinicians,heldmonthlyby HEIDEandtheMedicalSocietyof Delaware.TheWorking4Equitylectureswillbeheldvirtuallyonthe thirdThursdayofeverymonthat6 p.m.,withcontinuingeducationcreditsofferedbytheMSD. Thelectures maybehelpfultoscholars,practitionersinvolvedinpublichealthand healthdisparitieswork,andallies, suchascommunitymembersandforprofitbusinesses.Thenextlecture,on Aug.15,willfeatureDPHChief

PhysicianOlubusolaOgunlade,MD, FACOG.

Highschoolstudentscanreceive trainingthroughafour-weeksummer internshipprogram,HEIDE-STEPS, thatfocusesonthesocialfactorsaffectinghealth.Applicationsforthe summer2025HEIDE-STEPSprogramwillbeacceptedinJanuary2025. ApplicationsarerequiredtoparticipateinHEIDEandareacceptedona rollingbasis.VisittheHEIDEApplicationFormat

https://tinyurl.com/yc22zxuptoapply. Formoreinformationorforanapplication,calltheDPHOfficeofthe MedicalDirectorandtheOfficeofthe ChiefHealthEquityOfficerat(302) 744-4700oremail

HEIDE.DPH@delaware.govafter Aug.1.

RALoutdoorfine-artshownears

TheRehobothArtLeague’ssignature summerevent,theAnnualOutdoorFine Art&FineCraftShow,returnstoHenlopenAcresforthefirsttwoweekendsin August.Nowinits51styear,theevent providestheopportunityformorethan 125artistsandartisansfromaroundthe countrytodisplayandselltheirfineart andfinecraftsamidsttheRehobothArt League’s3.5-acrewoodedcampus, blocksfromdowntownRehobothin coastalDelaware.

Thisyear,theeventwillbeheldAug. 3-4andAug.10-11,from10a.m.to5 p.m.onSaturdaysand10a.m.to4p.m. onSundays.

Theoutdoorshow—whichisunderwrittenbyJackLingo,Realtor—isajuriedevent,andmanyoftheartists activelyenjoydemonstratingtheircreativityeachdayduringtheshow.Asalways,manylocalandregionalartistswill beoncampuswiththeirartworkand displayinavarietyofmediums,includingoilandacrylicpainting,pastelpainting,finejewelry,wood,metal, photography,ceramics,mixedmediaand more.

Theshowisfullofactivitiesand thingstosee,includingfood,livemusic, artistdemonstrations,galleryexhibits, thegardens,thehistoricPeterMarsh HomesteadandaDogfishHeadBeer Garden.

“Thesupportofourcommunityal-

lowsthisRehobothBeachtraditionto continue,”organizerssaid,“astheefforts ofmorethan100volunteersareessential topulloffthistwo-weekendevent.”

Visitorsarealsowelcometoenjoythe currentshowstheartleaguehasondisplay,includingthe86thAnnualMembers’FineArtExhibition,W.A.S. Hatch’ssoloshow“Dreamscapes”and twouniqueshowcasesofpiecesfromthe RALPermanentFineArtCollection.As always,theHomesteaddocentswillbe holdinganonlineauctionofartworkdonatedbytheOutdoorShowartistsasa fundraiserforpreservationprojectsin RAL’shistoricbuildings.RALprovides complimentarytransportationtothe eventwithJollyTrolleyshuttles,which stopatRehobothBeachElementary School.

Aspertradition,patronsatthisyear’s OutdoorFineArt&FineCraftShow willhaveanopportunitytowinaone-ofa-kindpieceofartworkthatwasdonated byRickPhillips.Thewinningticketswill bepulledat4p.m.onAugust11. Thereisaweekendentryfeeof$5for adults.Thereisnochargeforchildren youngerthan12.Ticketscanbepurchasedbycashorcreditcardatthegate. Foradditionalinformationaboutthis event,theartleague,itsclasses,memberships,eventsandexhibitions,visitthe websiteatRehobothArtLeague.orgor call(302)227-8408.

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DelawareTechjoinsMetallicainitiative

DelawareTechnicalCommunity Collegeisoneof18newcollegestojoin theMetallicaScholarsInitiative(MSI), createdbyAllWithinMyHands (AWMH),anon-profit,philanthropic organizationcreatedbythemembers andmanagementofthebandMetallica. EachnewcollegethatjoinstheMSIreceives$75,000toenhanceworkforce trainingprograms.

“WhenwelaunchedtheMetallica ScholarsInitiative,itreallyspoketo me,”saidJames“PapaHet”Hetfield, Metallicaguitaristandleadsinger.“A collectivegoalofbreakingthestigmaof tradeskills.Tradeskillsarevitaltosociety,andwhat’sevenmoreimportantis tosupportthemanyfolkswhoaretryingtocreateacareerbylearningand usingtheseskills.

“Iamsoproud—weallare—tosee

howthisprogramischanginglivesby providingmuch-neededresourcesto empowerstudents,andit’sgreatthat we’reabletomakeourbiggestgrantyet tosupportthesestudentsandthefuture workforce.Wearereachingevenfurther foryearsixoftheMetallicaScholars Initiative.Thisyear,ourprogramwillbe in60schoolsinall50states!Allthanks toyoursupport.”

Launchedin2019byAWMHin partnershipwiththeAmericanAssociationofCommunityColleges(AACC), theinitiativestartedwith10colleges andprimarilymanufacturingprograms. Withsteadydevelopment,MSIoffers diverseworkforceopportunitiesforstudentsinterestedingainingtheskillsand trainingnecessarytofindmeaningful and well-payingcareers.

“WearegratefultoAllWithinMy

HandsandtheAmericanAssociationof CommunityCollegesforincluding DelawareTechasoneofthenewest membersoftheMetallicaScholarsInitiative,”saidDelawareTechPresident MarkT.Brainard.“Thisgenerousfundingwillhelpusdeliveronourmission ofrespondingtotheneedsof Delaware’semployersthroughworkforcetrainingprogramsforourstate’s high-demandjobs.”

Todate,AWMHhasinvestedmore than$10.5millionintheAmerican workforce,reaffirmingacommitmentto careerandtechnicaleducationatthe locallevel.TheMSIoffersmorethan 25fieldsofstudy,includingconstruction,healthcareandengineering.

“Iamhappytocongratulatethe newestMetallicaScholarshipInitiative colleges.Thesustainedinvestmentin

workforceeducationbytheAllWithin MyHandsFoundationhasbenefitted thousandsofcommunitycollegestudents,”saidWalterG.Bumphus,presidentandCEOofAACC.“Thiswork helpstoadvanceskillseducationand thenation’sworkforcepipeline.Weare honoredtocontinuethispartnershipto providecriticalresourcesthateliminate barriersforstudentstoparticipatein skillseducationprogramsthatleadto family-sustainingwagecareers.”

Withthislatestadditionof18collegesintotheMSI,AWMHexpectsto havehelpedmorethan8,000students withawiderangeofbackgroundsand agesgainskillstoassistinfinding meaningfuljobsandcareers.Metallica Scholarsareoftenconsiderednon-traditionalstudents,asmanyhavefamilies theysupportorarethefirstintheir familiestopursueacollegeeducation.

AWMHandAACCaimtoconnect studentstoskill-buildingopportunities andbridgethetalentneedsofthe Americanworkforce,allwhileutilizing thecommunitycollegesystem,which theysaidisthemostaffordable,flexible and industry-relevantapplied-learning trainingproviderinthecountry.

“Metallica,throughtheirfoundation, ischanginghowpeopleviewandengagewiththetradesinthiscountry,and itisworking,”statedPeterDelgrosso, executivedirectorofAllWithinMy Hands.“MetallicaScholarsarediverse, motivatedandambitious,andweare heretohelpthemreachtheirgoals.I amsoproudandhonoredtobeableto announceentranceintoall50states,as thisisasignificantmilestonefornot onlyourfoundationbuttheincredible communitywehavehelpedfosterand connect.”

Foracompletelistofall60colleges currentlysupportedbyAWMH,visit allwithinmyhands.org/metallica-scholars.

Wagnergraduates fromU.ofTampa

PhilipWagnerofOceanViewrecentlygraduatedfromtheUniversity ofTampa.Wagnerreceivedabachelor’sdegreeinaccounting.Thecommencementceremonyhonored1,717 undergraduateandgraduatecandidatesandincludedremarksbyPresidentRonaldVaughn,alumniMarty RifkinandDr.XavierCannella,and thestudentchallengespeaker.

TheUniversityofTampaisaprivate,comprehensiveuniversitylocated on110acresontheriverfrontin downtownTampa.Theuniversityhas about200programsofstudyand servesmorethan11,000students from50statesandmostoftheworld’s countries.

Obituaries

KennethLeroy‘Ken’Bosley

KennethLeroy“Ken”Bosley,formerlyofHampstead,Md.,peacefully passedawayonJuly28,2024,surroundedbyhisfamily,atMilford HospiceCenterinMilford,Del. BornonJuly6,1937,hewastheson ofthelateLeroyE.Bosleyand MabelE.Bosley.Hewasthedevoted husbandoftheloveofhislife,PatriciaAnn(Hughes)Bosley,with whomhecelebratedtheir65thweddinganniversaryinJune.Hewasa belovedfather,grandfatherand friendtomany.

BosleygraduatedfromHereford HighSchoolin1957.Afterleaving thefamilyfarm,hededicated44 yearsofhislifetothefloor-covering salesindustry,earningareputation forhisexpertiseandcommitment.

Atruehandyman,hehadagift forfixingalmostanythingandtook greatjoyinworkingwithhishands, especiallywhentendingtohisgarden.Hisloveforgardening,growing freshvegetablesandflowers,and spendingtimeinthesunbrought himimmensesatisfactionandpeace. Hewasalsoaproudcommunitysupporter,servingasalong-standing memberoftheHampsteadLions ClubbeforemovingtoOceanView,

Del.,in2007.

AnavidfanoftheBaltimoreOriolesandRavens,Bosleyrarelymissed agameandalwayscheeredonhisfavoriteteamswithpassion.Hislove formusicwasevident,ashishome wasoftenfilledwiththesoundsof countryorgospelmusic,ordrum corpscadences.Heworkedhardto provideforhisfamilyandnever missedhiskids’activities,becominga powerfulrolemodeltothem.Above all,hetreasuredhistimewithhis grandchildren.“Granddad”wasactivelyinvolvedintheirlives,coachingbaseballteamsandattending variousevents,alwaysofferingunwaveringsupportandencouragement. Hewasanincrediblegrandfatherto hisadoringgrandchildren.

Hewillberememberedforhis selflessnature—givingsomuch timeandenergytohisfamily,his genuineandfriendlygreetingwhen onesawhim,hisincrediblework ethic,andthejoyhebroughttoall whoknewhim.Hewasaproud Americanwholovedhiscountryand hisfamily.Hismemorywillliveon intheheartsofallwhoknewhim.

Bosleywasprecededindeathby hissonTimothyBosley;andhissiblingsDonaldandDorothyBosley.In

additiontohiswife,heissurvivedby hischildrenStevenandLeslie Bosley,LarryandDebbieBosley, SharonBosleyandRichardBosley; hischerishedgrandchildrenKimberly(andNick)Liberty,Curtis, Taylor(andKirstin),Brooks(and Devon),Andrew(andAshlyn), Brady,Corbin,Alec(andChristina), GraceandMatthewBosley;and great-grandchildrenBraiden,Addyson,Patrick,Scarlett,Susannah, BaileyandHuxley.HeisalsosurvivedbyhissistersEdithTraceyand ShirleySmith;andbrothersRobert (andCathy)andRalph(andChris) Bosley.

FamilyandfriendsarebeinginvitedtopaytheirrespectsonSunday, Aug.4,2024,from2to4p.m.,and6 to8p.m.attheEckhardtFuneral Chapel,P.A.,locatedat3296 CharmilDrive,Manchester,Md.A servicetocelebrateBosley’slifewill beheldonMonday,Aug.5,2024,at 11a.m.atthefuneralhome.Inlieu offlowers,thefamilyrequesteddonationstotheWoundedWarrior ProjectonbehalfofBosley.Condolencesmaybeofferedonlineat www.eckhardtfuneralchapel.com.

MaryLouC. (Steigerwald)Burkhardt,82

MaryLouC.(Steigerwald) Burkhardt,82,ofOceanView,Del., formerlyofBowie,Md.,wenthome tobewiththeLordonSaturday,July 27,2024,whilesurroundedbyher lovingfamilyinthecomfortofher ownhome.Burkhardtwasbornin Baltimore,Md.,onJune7,1942, daughterofthelateGeorgeAloysiousSteigerwaldandthelateMary Rita(Faro)Steigerwald. SheattendedOurLadyofPompei SchoolinBaltimoreandgraduated fromCatholicHighSchool,inthe Classof1960.Shethenattended MercyHospitalSchoolofNursing, fromwhichshegraduatedin1963. Burkhardtdedicatedherlifetoassistingothers.Withmorethan50 yearsofserviceasaregisterednurse indrugandalcoholrehabilitation centers,shepositivelyimpacted countlessindividuals.Sheconsistentlysoughtthebestineveryone, andpossessedaninfectiouslaugh andsmilethatcouldlightupany room.Theperfectwordtodescribe heris“selfless.”Shealwaysprioritizedtheneedsofothersoverher SeeOBITSpage26

own.Mostimportantly,shecherishedherlargeblendedfamilyand treasuredthemomentsspentwith them,especiallyhergrandchildren.

Inadditiontoherparents, Burkhardtwasprecededindeathby herhusband,RobertR.Burkhardt; andagrandson,CamdenBohager. Sheissurvivedbyherfivechildren, LisaLangston,TomBohager(and Lorie),MaryHametz(andRichard Pultz),DavidBohager(andShari) andMichelleZuromski(andShane); twostepchildren,ChristinaBrentzel (andJoe)andRickBurkhardt(and Stacey);andherbrother,JoeSteigerwald.Sheisalsosurvivedbyher16 grandchildren,Kelcie,Sarah,Ashley, Brycen,Justin,Jared,Brandon, Amanda,Alexandra,Jonathan,Emily, Daniel,Nicholas,Noah,Ethanand Max;andeightgreat-grandchildren.

Avisitationwillbeheldfrom 10:30to11:45a.m.onTuesday,Aug. 6,2024,atSt.JudeTheApostle CatholicChurch,152TulipDr., Lewes,Del.Theeulogywillbegin promptlyat11:45a.m.,followedby theMassofChristianBurialatnoon.

Thefamilyrequestedthateveryone inattendanceatthefuneralwear pinktohonorBurkhardt,whowas alwaysprettyinpink.Agraveside servicewillbeheldatnoonon Wednesday,Aug.7,2024,atMost HolyRedeemerCemetery,4430BelairRd.,Baltimore,Md.Inlieuof flowers,thefamilysuggestedmemorialcontributionsinBurkhardt’s nametothePurposeConference,an eventintendedtobuildacommunity offaiththatempowersyoungadults tofindandliveouttheirpurpose throughagrowingrelationshipwith God.Checkscanbemadepayableto SomebodyCaresandsenttoDesigningEvents,15EMainStreet,Ste 223,WestminsterMD21157.Condolencesmaybesentbyvisiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

BettyPaulineCullen,75

BettyPaulineCullen,75,ofLong Neck,Del.,passedawayonJuly22, 2024.BornonFeb.10,1949,in ClarkeCounty,Va.,andraisedin Brunswick,Md.,Cullenwasakind andlovingwoman,adevotedwife andacherishedmother.

SheattendedBrunswickHigh SchoolandlaterworkedasabookkeeperforFoodProinFrederick,

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Md.,untilherretirement.Shewasan avidreaderandalongtimebowler, andsheenjoyedplayingdominos withherfriendsinthePotNets Lakesidecommunity.

“Ourthoughtsandprayersare withtheCullenfamilyduringthis difficulttime.MayBetty’smemory beablessingtoallwhoknewher.”

Cullenwasprecededindeathby herlovinghusband,WilliamCullen; herparents,CarlandJaneGaynor; andhersiblingsCarlGaynorJr., CarolynCrockettandAbbie“Naomia”Wortman.Sheissurvivedbyher children,HollyFogleandStacey Cullen.Shewasacherishedmotherin-lawtoEricFogleandHarry Kuhn.Shealsoleavesbehindher adoredgrandchildren,JacobShank, JosephShank,JocelynParker,HarrietteKuhn,CearraFogle,Cheyenne FogleandKenziMcCracken;granddaughter-in-lawLexiThompson; great-grandsonBentleyShank;and siblingsJanetGauger,PeteGaynor andSteveGaynor.

AservicetohonorCullen’slife willbeheldatMelson’sFuneral Services,32013LongNeckRoad, Millsboro,Del.,onSaturday,Aug.3, 2024.Therewillbeavisitationstartingat10a.m.,andtheservicewill

beginat11a.m.Attendeeswill gatherforadditionalfellowshipimmediatelyfollowingtheservice,at OceanGrille,26089LongNeck Road,Millsboro.Inlieuofflowers, thefamilyrequesteddonationstobe madetoacharityofthegiver’s choiceinCullen’smemory.Condolencescanbesentonlineat www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

MarianW.‘Kitty’Davis,89

MarianW.“Kitty”Davis,89,of Millsboro,Del.,abeaconoffaithand wisdom,passedawaypeacefullyon July22,2024.BornonJune3,1935, inBaltimore,Md.,Davisembodieda lifeofdevotiontolearning,service andcompassion.

Davis’profoundintellectledher toachieveadoctorate,atestamentto hercommitmenttoeducation.She channeledherintelligenceandfortitudeintoalifeofmissionarywork, touchingcountlessliveswithher kindnessandherunwaveringcommitmenttoherfaith.

AbelovedmemberoftheSelbyvilleAssemblyofGod,Davis’dedicationtoherfaithandcommunity waspalpable.Shewasapillarinher congregation,respectedandlovedfor hergenerousspiritandboundlessintelligence.Anyonewhoknewher couldseehowherfaithwasthecornerstoneofherexistence,guidingher ineveryactionanddeedshecarried out.

Beyondheraccomplishmentsand services,Davisnurturedatenderlove forcats.Atonepoint,hercaringand generousnatureextendedtotaking careof27felines,eachoneofthem cherishedandwelltakencareof underherwatchfuleye.

Daviswasprecededindeathby herparents;herhusband,William JohnDavisJr.;andabrother.She willbefondlyrememberedbyher sister,ElizabethWardNottrodtof Baltimore,Md.,andhernieceTerri WardofFlorida,alongwithacommunityoffriendsandthosewhose livessheimpacted.Herlegacyofunwaveringkindness,deepfaithand brilliantintellectwillcontinuetoinspireandliveoninthememoriesof allwhohadthepleasuretoknow Marian“Kitty”Davis.

Amemorialservicewastobeheld onMonday,July29,2024,attheSelbyvilleAssemblyofGod,36360PepperRoad,Selbyville,Del.Inlieuof flowers,contributionscanbemadein Davis’memorytotheSelbyvilleAssemblyofGod,36360PepperRd., Selbyville,DE19975.Davis’lifememorialwebpageisat www.watsonfh.com.

BarbaraJeanEddins,77

BarbaraJeanEddins,77,ofMillsboro,Del.,andformerlyofGambrills,Md.,passedawayonTuesday,

July25,2024.ShewasbornonMay 22,1947,tothelateLorraineFlannery(Buchanan).

Eddinswaspassionateabouther careers,especiallyintherestaurant managementarena,wherehertalent forentertainingandcookingshined. Asmanyknow,shelovedbeingthe managerofthePatuxentRoom,at theWoodward&Lothrop(Woody’s DepartmentStore).Shebrought culinarydelighttomanyassheintroducedaSundaybrunchclub. Later,shewarmedtheheartsoflocalswithherendearingestablishment,“ThatLIL’Store.”

ShewasenthralledbeingpitmanageratDorseySpeedwayinElkridge, Md.Sheenjoyedtheracingand sharingherpassionforthesport.It wasafamilyaffair,withhergrandparents,motherandsiblingsall workingandhavingfuntogetherat theSpeedway.ShewasanavidfollowerofDorseySpeedwayonFacebook/Meta.

Afterretiring,Eddinsmadeher waytoPlantationLakesinMillsboro,Del.,makingitherhomefor thepastnineyears.Herneighborly lovefoundaspecialplaceatPlantationLakes.Truetohergenerous spirit,Eddinstransformedhergarage

into“Scruffy’sPub,”aneighborhood barthatembodiedhercharacter: welcoming,vibrantandeversomemorable.Andshedearlylovedfeeding andcaringforherfriendsatPlantationLake,whomshecalledher“second”family.

Eddinswasprecededindeathby herdearhusband,BobbyFrankEddins;aswellasthreesiblings,RaymondEugeneBuchanan,MaryLee (Buchanan)ThomeandPeggy Ly nneMiller;herbeloveddog, Scruffy;andherpetcockatielsEmily andPrincess.Sheissurvivedbyher devotedson,JoshuaRitter,andhis wife,Jennifer;andcherisheddaughters,BarbaraMcNealeyandLorie Martinezandherhusband,Joseph, andKimberlyFleisherandherhusband,Johnathan;fivesisters,Linda LeaAnderson,SharonFerguson, KaronBeyers,LaureenEstepand CherylBuchanan;threebrothers, RobertBuchanan,KennethStapler andRonaldBuchanan;sixgrandchildren,BrockStahl,CortlandStahl, AmandaDiolosa,BrandonCarpenter,JordanOsborneandMatthew Fleisher;threegreat-grandchildren, Sophie,LoganandAbel;andnumerousnieces,nephews,extendedfamily membersandfriends.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldon Friday,Aug.2,2024,at11a.m.at

WatsonFuneralHome&Crematorium,211S.WashingtonStreet, Millsboro,Del.Aviewingwillbe heldpriortotheservice,from10to 11a.m.Eddins’lifememorialisonlineatwww.watsonfh.com.

JeanneAnn (Guzzetti)Loftus,77

JeanneAnn(Guzzetti)Loftus,77, belovedwifeofRoy“Tom”Loftus, passedonWednesday,July24,2024, frompancreaticcancer,atBeebe HealthcareinLewes,Del.Shewas bornonMay20,1947,inBeaver Falls,Pa.,tothelateMarthaandRay Guzzetti.Shegrewupinaneighborhoodon25thStreetthatshealways loved,withherbrother,Ray“Bob” Guzzetti,herUncleChick,Aunt

Marcyandcousins.

Followinghighschool,sheworked atseverallocalcompanies,including SunDrug,whereshemetherbest friendforlife,CarolAult.Itwasalso atSunDrugwhereshewasintroducedtoTomLoftus.Theywere marriedonJune8,1968,andhada marriagefullofloveanddevotion, withadeeploveofGodthrough theirCatholicfaith.

TomLoftus’jobstookthemto severalnewcities,includingJacksonville,Fla.,Gastonia,N.C., Thomasville,Ga.,andAtlanta,Ga. Followinghisretirement,theymoved toMillville,Del.,wheretheyenjoyed beingclosetofamilyandthebeach.

Loftuswasgreatatbaking,cooking,crochetingandmakingabeautifulhomeforherselfandTom.She alwaysdressedimpeccablyandenjoyedthehuntoffindingtheright outfits.Loftusknewnostrangersand

broughtasmiletowhomeversheencountered.ForbirthdaysorChristmas,shealwayslovedgivinggiftsto makeothershappy.

Inadditiontoherhusband,Tom, Loftushadagreatloveforherfamily,includingherbrother,Bob Guzzetti,andhiswife,Peg,andtheir children,TerryCsokyandherhusband,Charles,ChristineGuzzetti, andDeborahBlattandherhusband, Dave;andhersisters-in-law,Linda Loftus,andPeggyKarrandherhusband,Chris,andtheirson,RyanKarr andhiswife,Tracy.Sheisalsosurvivedbyhergreat-niecesandgreatnephews,Julia,ConnorandNicki Csoky,IrisBlattandHenryKarr.

AMassofChristianBurialwillbe heldat11a.m.onMonday,Aug.5, 2024,atOurLadyofGuadalupe CatholicChurch,35318Church Road,Frankford,Del.,wherefriends andfamilymaygatherafter10a.m.

IntermentwillfollowatGateof HeavenCemeteryinDagsboro,Del. Inlieuofflowers,thefamilysuggestedmemorialcontributionsin Loftus’nametoSt.JudeChildren’s ResearchHospital,byvisiting www.stjude.org,ortheAmerican CancerSociety,byvisitingwww.cancer.org.Condolencesmaybesentonlinebyvisiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Harry‘Dale’Parsons,91

CaptainHarry“Dale”Parsons,91, abeaconofkindnessandgenerosity, passedawaypeacefullyonJuly25, 2024,inLewes,Del.BornonOct. 27,1932,inPhiladelphia,Pa.,hewas thesonofthelateHarryParsonsand Florence(Hearn)Parsons. Parsonswasaproudgraduateof LewesHighSchool,intheClassof 1950,whereheavidlyenjoyedplayingfootballandbasketball.He servedintheU.S.CoastGuardduringtheKoreanWar.Hisloveforhis countrywasmatchedbythelovehe sharedwithhiswife,OldaKeene Parsons,withwhomheenjoyed55 wonderfulyearsofmarriage.

In1937,hisfather,knownaffectionatelyas“Pappy,”startedthefamilycharterfishingbusinesswith youngDalebyhisside.Parsonslater earnedhiscaptain’slicenseandlater expandedthebusinessbyintroducing head-boatfishingtothearea.HerenamedthebusinessFisherman’s Wharf.Underhisleadership,the businessgrewintoawell-respected establishmentwithafleetofboats forfishingandcruising,servingfishermen,tourists,locals,familiesand schools.

Intheearly1980sDaleandOlda ParsonsopenedtheLighthouse Restauranttocomplementthefishingbusiness.Overthedecadesthe businessesservedtoemploymanyin theregion.

ParsonsplayedapivotalroleinestablishingLewesasaprominent fishingandcruisingdestination.His innovativeapproachtomaritimeactivitiesandeco-tourismnotonly broughteconomicopportunitiesbut alsofosteredagreaterawarenessof environmentalconservationinthe region.In2009,hewasinductedinto theDelawareMaritimeHallof Fame.

Hiscareerwasmarkedbysignificantcontributionstohiscommunity, includinghistenureasaLewestown councilman,wherehisvisiongreatly impactedthetown’sgrowthand prosperity.HewasalsoactiveinorganizationssuchasDelawareCaptain’sAssociationandtheAmerican LegionLewesPost17.Heservedon theDelawareCouncilonShellFisheries,andwasaPastMasterofJeffersonLodge#15,wherehelefta lastinglegacythroughhisleadership

Media Production Technologies graduates, Ciara Gustin, Piper Drace, Kiara Davis, and McKinley Stokley earned a bronze medal for video news production at this year’s SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference.

Physical Therapy and Athletic Health Care Technologies graduate, Alicia Guajardo, placed First in the Physical Therapy competition at this year’s HOSA (Future Health Professionals) International Leadership Conference.

andservice.Hewasalong-time memberofBethelUnitedMethodist ChurchinLewes.

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Hispresencewillbeprofoundly missed,yethisspiritwillliveon throughthemanyliveshetouched. Parsonswasprecededindeathby hisbelovedwife,OldaKeeneParsons;andhissister,ThelmaP.Ripper.Heissurvivedbyhis brother-in-law,EdwardRipper(and Sharon)ofSalisbury,Md.Hismemorywillcontinuethroughhisson, H.D.Parsons(andAnn)ofLewes, Del.,andhisdaughter,KeenaParsonsRoss(andPaul),alsoofLewes. Healsoleavesbehindhischerished grandchildrenParker(andKacie), Reven,Brinleigh(andD. J.)Mackie (andHolly)ParronandKeara;stepgranddaughterSarah;andtwogreatgrandchildren,RevenandRiley;as wellasseveralniecesandnephews; andhisAFSGermanexchange daughter,AngieSchuck(andRolf).

FamilyandfriendsarebeinginvitedtoaviewingonSunday,Aug.4, 2024,from5to8p.m.,atParsellFuneralHomes&Crematorium, AtkinsLodgeChapel,16961Kings Highway,Lewes,Del.Asecond viewingwilltakeplaceonMonday, Aug.5,2024,from9:30a.m.to11 a.m.atBethelUnitedMethodist Church,129W.4thStreet,Lewes, Del.AMasonicservicewillbeheld at11a.m.,immediatelyfollowedbya funeralserviceatthesamelocation. Inlieuofflowers,thefamilyrequestedthatdonationsbemadeto theBeebeMedicalFoundation,902 SavannahRoad,Lewes,DE19958. Parsons’memorialwebpageisonline atwww.parsellfuneralhomes.com.

RalphJeffery‘Jeff’Powell,64

RalphJeffery“Jeff”Powell,64,of Clarksville,Del.,passedawaypeacefully,surroundedbyhislovingfamily, onThursday,July25,2024.Hewas borninSalisbury,Md.,andwas raisedinClarksville,Del.,sonofthe lateRalphE.Powellandthelate Mattie(Tyre)Powell.HewasagraduateofIndianRiverHighSchool,in theClassof1977.

Powellworkedasamasonand alsointheconstructionfield,before stayinghomeandtakingcareofhis father,Ralph,beforehispassing. Powellenjoyedlisteningtohiscountrymusic,ridinghisATV,hunting, fishingandcrabbing.Healsoenjoyedattendingallofhisgrandson’s baseballgames.Hebelongedtothe LowerSussexVanClubandenjoyed allofthecomraderywithothervan clubmembers.

Overthelastfewyears,hisrelationshipwithhisformerwife,Janet

OceanViewbringseveryone‘together’

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Afewminutesbeforeheclimbed intothedunktank,OceanViewPolice ChiefKennethMcLaughlinwasjoking withguestsatthetown’sClassicMovie Night,sayinghewaspracticinghis heckling.

Ayoungladytoldhimshehadrecentlygottenherfirsttrafficticket,at age28,andhelaughedandsaidshejust mightgetasecondoneifsheknocked himofftheplatformintothewaistdeepwaterinthetank.Thatwasthe sceneatJohnWestParkonFriday,July 26, withtheeventthemebeingbaseball and,atdusk,themovie“Fieldof Dreams”wasshownonalargescreen underthestars.

Astheeventbeganat6p.m.,Lord BaltimoreElementarySchoolphysical educationteacherMarkBankswasfirst inthetank.Duringhis15minutesat themercyofthosewhowoundupand aimedatthebigredbutton,hewas dunkedseveraltimes,smilingashesat ontheplatformandtellingayoungboy, “Hey,hey,goodthrow.”

Butheteasedotherswith,“Hecan’t throw,”“Youaregoingtoneedmore armthanthat,”and“Betterwipethose glassesoff.”

OVPDSgt.MarkBurton,helpingto corralballsastheyrolledinthegrass, walkeduptothetankandpressedthe button,sendingthechiefintothewater. Asheclimbedbackontotheplatform, McLaughlinyelled,“Burtonisonnight shift,”andthoseinthelonglinetotake theirshotslaughed.

Alsotakingturnsinthetankwere OceanViewBrewingCompanyHead BrewerTaylorSmith,OVPDandLord BaltimoreSchoolResourceOfficer RhysBradshaw,K-9UnitCpl.Justin HopkinsandbusinessmanStephen Soules.

Chancestodunkwerebydonation, tobenefitthetown’sK-9unit,aswas pitchingandbattingpractice.Town

ManagerCarolHoucksaid$1,500was raised.

Popcorn,servedinlittlepaperbags, wascomplimentary.ThebrightlycoloredShorebirdsbaseballteammascot, Sherman,representingtheSalisbury, Md.,MinorLeagueteam,mingledwith thecrowd,huggingguests,posingfor photographsandlyingonhisstomach inthegrass,elbowsdown,palmsunder hischin,watchingasthemoviestarted.

Hopkins,withK-9Ori—a2-yearoldfemaleGermanshepherd-Malinois mix,andoneoftwodogsatthepolice department—demonstratedthedog’s abilitytofindkeystossedoutintothe parkandtoattackacriminal.Bradshaw, dressedinthick,protectivegearand hidingbehindabush,portrayedthe manpolicewanted.

“I’mnotafraidofyourdog,”BradshawsaidwhenHopkins,duringthe demonstration,orderedhimtocome out,thenletOriattack.Bradshaw swunghisarm,andOriheldonwithhis teeth,inchesofftheground,refusingto letgountilHopkinsgavethecommand to release.

“Itwasexcitingtowatch,”Houck saidlater.

“Our‘FieldofDreams’fundraising movienightwasanotherpleasant eveninginJohnWestPark.Wereceived alotofpositivefeedbackduringand aftertheeventincludingcheersatthe endofthemovie,”shesaid,thanking partnersincludingtheOceanView BrewingCompany,Bethany-Fenwick AreaChamberofCommerce,Ocean ViewRestaurant,HistoricVillagein OceanView,ShermantheShorebird andthosewhoagreedtositinthedunk tank.

“Everyonecametogether,”Houck said.“Itwasafamilynight,andeveryonemadeitspecial.”

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DelawareSafe BoatingClassto beheldAug.10

TheU.S.CoastGuardAuxiliary (USCGAUX),Flotilla12-09,ispartneringwithDNRECtoprovidean eight-hourbasicboating-safetyclass.

TheclassissetforSaturday,Aug. 10,beginningat7:30a.m.,withregistrationandpaymentofthecoursefee; andthecoursefrom8a.m.to4p.m., followedbythetest.Theclasswillbe heldatEvansParkCommunityCenter, 32517DukesDrive,Millville.The coursefeeis$20perperson.

Topreregister,emailRoyZimmermanatrzimmyuscgaux@gmail.com

TheBasicBoatingSafetyCourse coversarangeoftopics,includingthe rulesofthewaterways,distinguishing navigationalaidsandwaterdepths,and speedlimitsforappropriatewaterways. Itcoversunderstandingweathersystemstohaveasafeboatingexperience andbasicskills,includingenginemechanics.

ThosebornonorafterJan.1,1978, mustsuccessfullycompleteaboating safetycoursebeforeoperatingamotorizedboat,includingpersonalwatercraft, onDelawarewaters.ThisBasicBoating SafetyCoursemeetstherequirement forDelaware’smandatoryboatingeducation.

Thecourseincludesstatelawsand regulations,aswellasrequiredequipment,andwhattodoifanofficerstops thevessel.TheBasicBoatingSafety Coursehasasectiononthedangersof boatingundertheinfluence.Lecture andcoursematerialsaredesignedtoinformboatersonhowtokeeptheirvesselscomfortableandsafeindiffering typesofwaves,seas,weatherandconditions,andbasicconceptsassociated withtheuseofamarineVHFradio.

Mostimportantly,thecourseemphasizescommonsenseandgeneral courtesytoallboatersandpersonalwatercraftriders.Allcoursematerialswill beprovided;however,attendeesshould bringtheirownnotetakingmaterials, lunchanddrinks.

Awrittentestoftheinformation presentedduringclassisrequiredand willbeadministeredattheendofthe lecturesession(approximately4p.m.). Attendeesshouldplanonstayingan additionalhourfollowingthelecture sessiontocompletethewrittentest. DNRECscoreseachtestandprovides resultsdirectlytoeachattendeeviaregularmail.

Classsizeislimited.Tohelpenable anunderstandingofinterestinthis class,thoseinterestedshouldemailthe name,emailaddressandphonenumber ofeachattendeetoRoyZimmermanat rzimmyuscgaux@gmail.com

Formoreinformationaboutthis event,contactBarryLevyat(301)6516666.

MSOelectsOceanPines’PilletoBoard

TheMid-AtlanticSymphonyOrchestra(MSO)BoardofDirectorsrecentlyelectedRebeccaPilletothe board.

Theorchestra’smissionis“toinspire, enrich,educateandentertainadiverse audienceofallagesthroughlivemusical performancesandtoengagestudentsin theworldofmusicthroughitsOutreachPrograms.”

“Thismissionisonlypossiblewith thesupportandguidanceofastrong boardofdirectors,”representativessaid. “With anextensivebackgroundinfederalservice,highereducationandapassionforclassicalmusic,Rebeccabrings awealthofexperienceanddedicationto ourorganization.”

Pille’sjourneyinmusicbeganinsecondgrade,whenherparentsgiftedhera pianoandlessons.Thatearlyintroductiontomusicblossomedintoalifelong passion.Throughoutherlife,shehas playedasasoloistandaccompanist,and taughtpiano,continuallynurturingher loveforclassicalmusic.

Pille’sprofessionalcareerspans nearlyfourdecadesinfederalservice andanadditionaldecadeinhighereducation.

“Herexpertiseinleadership,change management,communication,creativity andpublicspeakinghasbeeninstrumentalinvariousroles,whereshehas

sharedherknowledgetosupportthe personalandprofessionalgoalsofothers,”representativessaid.“Duringher 25-yearfocusonorganizationdevelopmentandchange,andindividualdevelopmentandbehaviorchange,Rebecca becamearecognizedleaderinworkplacewellness.Sheled,designed,and deliveredholistichealthprogramsand servicestoaglobalworkforcetoward theendofherfederalservicecareer (1978-2015).”

Currently,asanadjunctassociate professorattheMarylandUniversityof IntegrativeHealth,Pilleteachescourses onintegrativehealthsciences;mindfulness,meditationandhealth;andselfcareandhealthbehaviorchange.She has alsochairedtheUniversity’sHealth &WellnessCoachingDepartment (2016-2021)andtheFacultySenate, andisapublishedacademicresearcher andapeerreviewerforHealthLiteracy Research&Practice.

Herformaleducationincludesadoctorateinpsychology(healthpsychology andbehavioralmedicine),amaster’sdegreeinappliedbehavioralscience,anda bachelor’sdegreeinSovietareastudies andRussianlanguage.Herprofessional educationfeaturescertificationsinintelligenceresearch,healthandwellness coaching,workplacewellness,bodymindconsciousnessandyoga.

Inadditiontoheracademiccontributions,PilleisamemberofThe Parke’sDesignReviewCommittee,supportingherlocalneighborhood.She saidsheisnoweagertore-engageher loveofmusicbyvolunteeringherservicestotheMid-AtlanticSymphonyOrchestra.

“WearedelightedtowelcomeRebeccaPilletoourBoardofDirectors,” said JeffreyParker,chairmanofthe BoardofDirectorsoftheMid-Atlantic SymphonyOrchestra.“Hervastexperienceandpassionforclassicalmusic makeheravaluableadditiontoourorganization.Welookforwardtohercontributionsandleadershipinadvancing ourmission.”

TheMid-AtlanticSymphonyOrchestra(MSO)istheonlyprofessional symphonyorchestraservingsouthern DelawareandMaryland’sEastern Shorewithafullseasonofprograms. TheMSO’sBoardofDirectorsisavolunteer groupcommittedtosupporting musicalandeducationalprograms.They collaboratewiththeMSO’sprofessional musiciansandregionalvolunteerambassadorstoenhanceandpromotethose initiatives.Acompletescheduleofthe 2024-2025season’sMasterworksand Ensemblesprograms,venues,timesand otherinformationisavailableat www.midatlanticsymphony.org.

SouthernDelawareTourismshiningspotlights

SouthernDelawareTourism(SDT) iscollaboratingwithSussexCounty artsandentertainment,andhistory andheritagetourismpartnerstopromoteArtsAroundOur TownsandFallforHistory,athreemonthcelebrationofSussexCounty’s artsandhistoryofferingstotakeplace thisSeptember,OctoberandNovember.

Thepromotionsareaimedatencouragingvisitorstoextendtheirfall weekendstaysinordertotakeadvantageofthemanyarts-andhistory-fo-

cusedfestivalsandevents,toursand attractionsduringtheautumn months.

“SouthernDelaware’snatural beautyandlaid-backvibehaveattractedalargeandincrediblytalented populationofartists,artisans,crafters andperformersfordecades,ensuring thatthevisualandperformingarts flourishherethroughoutmultiple venuesacrossthecounty—fromthe AtlanticOceantotheNanticoke River—allyear’round,”organizers said.

“Ourareahaslongbeenahotbed forartistsofallkindsandthat’sabundantlyevidentfromthequalityand quantityofartsandentertainmentoptionsavailablehereyear-round,”said SouthernDelawareTourismExecutiveDirectorScottThomas.“This promotiongivesustheopportunityto highlightourpartners’incrediblework andtoencouragevisitorstoinclude theartswhenthey’remakingtheir SouthernDelawaretravelplans.”

thatvisitorsandevenmanylocalsare notawareof,”saidThomas.“OurFall forHistorypromotiongivesusthe opportunitytoworkwithourpartners tohighlightthishistoryandallofthe heritageassetsthatwe’resofortunate toenjoythroughoutSussexCounty.”

SouthernDelawaremuseums,attractions,eventsandtoursspotlight NativeAmerican,agricultural,maritimeandmilitary,natural,industrial, architectural,social,aviationandrailroadhistory.

Inconjunctionwithtourismpartners,SDThasconsolidatedartsand entertainment-relatedeventsandhistory-relatedeventsscheduledforthe fallmonthsintotheirArtsAround OurTownsandFallforHistorywebpages,allowingvisitorstomixand matchfestivals,concerts,events,performances,toursandmorewhenplanningtheirvisits.

“SussexCounty’scharmingtowns eachhavetheirownfascinatingtales —warstories,talesofpoliticalintrigue,storiesofpiratesandshipwrecksandburiedbooty,andeven sometalesthatlistenersmightprefer nottohearafterdark,”theysaid.

“Ourareahasarichhistorydating backtowellbeforethecolonialperiod

Thewebpagescanbefound athttps://visitsoutherndelaware.com/a rts-around-our-townsandhttps://visitsoutherndelaware.com/fall-for-history.

“Thisisagreatwaytoremindour visitorsandlocalresidentsthatfabulousartsandentertainmentandfascinatinghistoryarealways‘InReachof ourBeach,’”saidThomas.

BlooddriveplannedAug.6inLewes

TheDelawareRetireeConnection,in partnershipwithDedicatedFinancial, willbehostingablooddrivewiththe BloodBankofDelmarvaonAug.6at NassauCommonsinLewes.Participants cannowpre-registertodonate.

“Atthistimethereisacrucialneedfor blooddonationsinourcommunity andtheBloodBankhassharedthatinventoriesarelow,sonowistheperfect timetogiveback!”organizerssaid.

On,Tuesday,Aug.6,between10a.m. and4p.m.,theBloodBank’svanand welcomeareawillbesetupintheNassau Commonsparkinglot.Registrationisrequired,andtherearetwowaystoregister:

• Signuponthedonationportal athttps://donate.bbd.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/10223;or •Call1-888-825-6638.

Thoseforwhomthedatedoesn’twork cancheckthedelmarvablood.orgwebsite forotherdonationopportunities.

TheDelawareRetireeConnectionisa freeplatformthathelpsseniorsinSussex Countyconnectbettertothearea.They sharetwiceweeklynewsletters(local eventsonaThursdaytoplanaheadfor theweekend,thenlocaldealsandarticles eachMonday).Formoreinformation, visithttps://delawareretiree.com/#cta.

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NanticokeIndianAssociationtohold46thannualpowwowSept.7-8

“Inthepowwowcirclewecelebrate lifeandhonorabledeedsforboththe livingandthosewhohavepassedon. We’retaughtthatbyhonoringindividualsweencouragethenextgenerationtoembracetheunlimited possibilitiesoftheworld,”Nanticoke IndianAssociationrepresentatives saidthisweekinannouncingtheir 46thannualpowwow,setforSept.78.

Thisyear’spowwowwillfeature authenticnativecrafts,clothing,jewelry,booksandcommemorativeitems oftheNanticokeTribethatwillbe availableforpurchasethroughoutthe weekend,aswellasNativeAmerican foodandsoftdrinks.

Oneofthedancesattendeesmight observethisyearatthepowwowis theGrassDance.

“Itisbelievedtohaveoriginated withtheOmahaTribe.Allstoriesof thedancepointtothedanceasceremonial.IntheSouth,sometribesbelieveitwasconnectedtoawarrior societyandthatscalpsweretiedto thedancers’clothingtocelebratevictoryinbattle.TheGrassDance,to thenortherntribes,isbelievedtobea blessingceremonyfornewground.

“Thedancerswouldtramplethe grassdowninpreparationforavillage andgrasswastiedtothedancer.As thedancermoves,thefringeattached tohisregaliaswaysasiftosimulate thenaturalmovementoftallprairie grass.Thedanceissaidtorepresent thebalanceoflife.Thedancermust performthesamemoveoneitherthe rightorleft.Thedancer’sregaliais coveredwithyarnandribbonsthat

swayshowinglotsofcolor.”

Morethan30NativeAmerican craftsandfoodvendorswillbeopen from10a.m.to7p.m.onSaturday andSunday.

Attheendofeachday,whenthe drummersanddancershavegonefor restandrelaxationwithfriends,visitorstotheNanticokePowwowcango awaywitharmsfilledwithbeautiful crafts,camerasfilledwithpictures andmemoriesofgrace,color,dance, soundandsmiles.

TheeventtakesplaceatHudson Fields,30045EagleCrestRoad,Milton.

Sponsorswhoarehelpingtomake thisyear’spowwowasuccessincludes: BeebeHealthcare,CarlM.Freeman Foundation,ChuckHallInsurance, CommunityBank,DelawareCoali-

tionAgainstDomesticViolence, DelawareHistorical&CulturalAffairs,M&TBank,PNCBank,Royal Farms,Short’sMarine,SPIPharma Inc.andtheSussexCountyCouncil, alongwithmanyothersponsorsof adsforthePowwowBook.TheNanticokeIndianAssociationisaccepting furthercontributionstotheevent. Call(302)945-3400oremail info@nanticokeindians.orgformore information.

Formoreinformationonthepowwow,calltheNanticokeIndianCenterat(302)945-3400,theNanticoke IndianMuseumat(302)945-7022,or e-mailinfo@nanticokeindians.org. Thosewhowishtovolunteertohelp makethisyear’spowwowasuccess canvisitwww.signupgeniusforthe scheduleandpositionsstillneeded.

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St.MatthewsBy-the-SeaUMCtoholdBack-to-SchoolDrive

St.MatthewsBy-the-SeaUMCispartneringwiththeSoutheastSussexCounty Ministeriumtocollectschoolsupplies,and theUnitedWomeninFaithofSt.

MatthewsaresupportingClothingOur Kidsbycollectingnewschoolclothesas partofaBack-to-SchoolDriveonSaturday,Aug.3.

“Itisourhopethatfreshsuppliesand newback-to-schooloutfitswillgiveevery studenteveryopportunitytofeelprepared, confidentandsuccessful!”organizerssaid.

Requestedsuppliesinclude:

• backpacks—mediumandlargesizes, unisexstyles,neutralcolors(preferablyblue, red,green,black,grey)

•binders—1-inch,3-ring

•fillerpaper—college-ruleandwiderule

•compositionbooks—wide-ruleand college-rule

CHEERtohost triptoLancaster’s GreenDragon

CHEERishostingabustriptothe GreenDragonFarmersMarket&AuctioninEphrata,LancasterCounty,Pa., onFriday,Sept.20.Themarketsitsona 60-acresiteintheheartofAmishcountry.

Sinceitsinceptionin1932,ithas growntobecomeoneofthelargestflea marketsontheEastCoast.Withseven largemarketbuildingsandmorethana hundredlocalvendors,peoplecanfind whateverthey’relookingforatthis Lancasterfarmers’market.Bakedgoods, tools,flowers,localfreshproduce,crafts, clothing,jamsandjellies,foodvendors, sit-downeatingandmoreareavailable atseverallocations.Toreadaboutallthe vendorsattheGreenDragonandtheir merchandise,gotohttps://www.greendragonmarket.com.

Allsevenofthemainbuildingsare handicapped-accessible.Therestrooms in building#1andbuilding#7are handicapped-accessible.However, wheelchairsandelectricscootersarenot available.Thosegoingonthetrip shouldbringapull-alongcarttocarry theirpurchasesaroundwiththemand besuretoputanidentificationtagonit. Thecostofthebustripis$45per person.Lunchisontrip-goers’ownat severaloftheoptionsavailableonsite. Departurewillbeat7:30a.m.fromthe CHEERCommunityCenterat20520 SandhillRoad,Georgetown.Thebus willreturnatapproximately6p.m.To makeareservation,callRobinGreene at(302)853-4199.Reservationsare first-come,first-served.Thepublicis beinginvitedtojoinCHEERonthis excursion.Makeallcheckspayableto CHEERInc.

•spiralnotebook(single-subject)— college-ruleandwide-rule

•paper2-pocketfolders(blue,green, red,yellow)

•plastic2-pocketfolders(blueandred)

•Expodry-erasemarkers(4-pack)— thintipblack,regulartipblackandmulticolors

•washablemarkers(10-pack)—thin tipandregulartip

•magicmarkers,thintip(10-pack) multi-colors

•highlighters(4-pack)—yellowand multi-colors

•indexcards,3-by-5-inch,white(lined andunlined)

•dividers(8-pack)

•pencilbox

•pencilpouch—zippered(prefercloth)

•pencils#2,wooden(12-pack)

•coloredpencils(24-pack)

•personalpencilsharpener

•erasers—cap(25-pack)andlarge pink(4-pack)

•Post-itnotes,3-by-3-inch(3-pack) yellowandmulti-colors

•gluesticks(4-pack)

•calculator(basic/regular)

•scissors

•scissors—blunt

•crayons(24-pack)

•scotchtape

•tissuesboxes(100-to140-count)

•Cloroxwipes

•papertowels

•Ziplocgallonbags(box)

•Ziplocquartbags(box)

•Ziplocsandwichbags(box)

•$25OldNavygift cards

•$25Walmartgiftcards

Clothingbeingcollected

Newclothingforallagesofstudents, sizes2-18,willbecollectedforClothing

OurKids,alocalnonprofitthatmaintainsareadyinventorytodistribute clothingdiscreetlytokidsinneed throughschoolnursesandcounselors. Clothingshouldbenew,uniform-compliantorschool-appropriate,andcurrent seasonalclothingonly.Financialcontributionsarealsowelcomeandappreciated.

Alldonationscanbedroppedoffat thechurchparkinglotonSaturday,Aug. 3,9-11a.m.,oratthechurchofficeduringbusinesshours(Mondaythrough Thursday,7a.m.tonoon)priortoAug.3.

St.MatthewsBy-the-SeaUMCislocatedat1000CoastalHighway,Fenwick Island.

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LeeBriceonstageattheFreemanArts Pavilionearlierthissummer.Thesummerseasonofperformancesissetto continuethroughtherestofthesummer.

FreemanArtsPavilionsummerseasoncontinues

SummerisfarfromoveratFreemanArtsPavilion.Theoutdoorperformingartsvenuehasmarkedthe halfwaypointinits17thseason,but stillhasplentytoofferresidentsof andvisitorstoDelmarva.

Upcomingperformancesincludea varietyoffreeshows,tributeactsand GrammyAwardwinners:Global Groove,aJourneyThroughHip Hop’sEvolutiononAug.1;Voyage: CelebratingtheMusicofJourneyon Aug.2;TheGreatestLoveofAll:A TributetoWhitneyHoustononAug. 3;SOJAonAug.4;AirSupplyon Aug.6;GracePotteronAug.7;Ala-

bamaonAug.8;TheConcert:A TributetoABBAonAug.9;PreservationHallJazzBandonAug.10; WhiskeyMyersonAug.1;Arts& JazzFestivalonAug.14;DarkStar OrchestraonAug.17;OldCrow MedicineShowonAug.18;GoGo GadjetonAug.21;TheBroken Hearts:ATributetoTomPettyand theHeartbreakersonAug.23;First StateBalletonAug.29;LittleFeat onAug.30;BruceintheUSA:The World’s#1TributetoBruceSpringsteenandTheEStreetBandonSept. 6andmore.

TheYoungAudienceSerieswill

alsocontinueeverySaturdaymorning at10a.m.throughAug.31.

“Joinusincelebratingthesounds ofsummeratFreemanArtsPavilion,” saidExecutiveDirectorPattiGrimes, addingthatshehopeseveryonewill takeadvantageofthehigh-quality artsexperiencesthisseason’slineup hastoofferbeforeschool’sbackin session.“It’ssuretobeanightwhere unforgettablememoriesaremade.”

FreemanArtsPavilionislocated nearSelbyville,about4milesfrom FenwickIslandandOceanCity,Md. Topurchaseticketsandlearnmore, visitfreemanarts.org.

CIBcelebrates30yearsofenvironmentalwork

Neweducationcenter namedforSusieBall

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

ChristopheTulou,executivedirector oftheDelawareCenterfortheInland Bays(CIB),servedasthechiefcounsel forU.S.Sen.TomCarperfordecadesin Washington,D.C.,andwasthefirst headofDNRECunderthen-Gov. Carper,from1993to1998.So,herememberswelltheinceptionandbirthof theDelawareCenterfortheInland Bays,nowcelebratingits30thanniversar y.

“Theinceptionoftheinlandbays,as awaterbody,andthebeginningwasfor ascientificconcernaboutwhatwas goingoninthebays,”saidTulou.“The waterwasnotasclear.Wewerelosing ourbaygrassandsubmergedaquatic vegetation[SAV],andtheoysterswere disappearing30yearsago.So,westarted withscientificinterestinprotectingand restoringthebays.

“In1987,Congressamendedthe CleanWaterActtocreatetheNational EstuaryProgram.Theinlandbayswere designated asoneof28baysofnational significance.Wethengotsupportfrom theEPAtoprotect,preserveandrestore thesebays,”herecalled.

TheEPAmostrecentlyawarded CIBandtheInlandBays$4.5million forenvironmentalrestorationoverfive years,undertheBipartisanInfrastructureLaw(BIL).

“In1994,ourDelawareGeneralAssemblyestablishedtheCenterforthe InlandBaystobetheentitytomeet thesegoalsanddemands.Thatwasaccomplishedwithlegislationsignedby then-Gov.TomCarper,”saidTulou.

“IwasthentheSecretaryof DNRECatthattime,”hesaid.“Iwas partoftheteam,andwewerecharged withimplementingtheestuaryprogram. Ourrolewasprettywellestablishedby thestatuteitself,whichmadetheSecretaryoneoftherequiredmembersofthe boardofdirectorsfortheCenter.There wasrecognitionthatDNRECwould haveaninterestandcouldprovidesupporttooureffortstorestoreourcritical ecosysteminEasternSussexCounty.”

“Pastisprologue,”hesaidabouthis returntotheCIBaftermanyyears,takingthehelminJanuarylastyear.Hehas nowbeentheexecutivedirectorfor morethan19months.

“Itseemedlikethebestthingforme career-wisewastoreturntotheCIB, anditwasveryexcitingformepersonally,”saidTulou.

ThelateSusieBall,CIBboard

chairpersonatthattime,announcedthe newexecutive.

“Christophe’sextensiveleadership experienceinenvironmentalconservation,coalition-buildingandsciencebasedpolicywillbeagreatassettothe centerandtheentireInlandBayswatershed,”shesaidatthetime.

Overthepastfewweeks,theCIB hasunveiledits$2.5JamesFarmPreserveupgradeplan,includinganeweducationalcenterthatwillbenamedfor Ballandanewmaintenancebuilding forupkeep.

“JamesFarmcommunityhubisall partoftheJamesFarmmasterplan, whichwecreatedin2016.Wehave beenimplementingit astimeandresourceshavepermitted,”saidTulou, notingthatit’snotanewplan.“The firstphasewastheparkingareatocomplete,sothatwecouldhavemoreschool groups,busesandvisitorswhocometo viewthepreserve.”

“Thesecondphaseistoconstructan educationcampus.Thehighlightthere istheSusieK.BallEducationCenter,” saidTulou.“Itwillbeathree-seasonfacilityforeducationpurposes,butalsoa regionalcommunityresourceforevents locally,andwewillofferapermittouse thespace.It’saniceplacetoconvenein anaturalandbeautifulplace.”

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Atthisweek’sSussexCountyCouncilmeetinginGeorgetown,CountyEngineerMichaelHarmeroffereda constructionupdatetothecouncil.

“OntheJamesFarmexpansion,the fundsarebeingfunneledthroughthe DelawareCenterfortheInlandBays,” hesaid.“Themaintenancefacility foundationhasbeenpoured,andwe areunderway,onschedule.Theeducationbuildingfoundationisalso beingpouredthisweek.”

“Thereisaslightdelayontheeducationcenter,becauseofthedemand forlumber,”saidtheengineer.“We hadsomeadditionalrainbarrelstoadd fordrainage.”

“Wedohaveamodificationsorder, becausetheCenterfortheInlandBays requestedsomeadditionalelectrical fortheeducationcomplex,”said PatrickBrown,aprojectengineerin theSussexCountyengineeringdepartment,andisthesupervisorofthe JamesFarmEcologicalPreserveproject.“Theyneedtoaddmorepower outlets,andweareseekinganadditionalcreditof$2,249fortheworkfor morepower.”

The councilapprovedthatslight changeordertothe$2.5millionproject.

“TheSusieK.Ballnamingofthis facilitywasdecidedbyourboard.Itis aboutasgoodatributeaswecanmake tosomeonewhowasascommittedto youthandadulteducation,”said Tulou.

“Shewasamemberofthesearch committeethathiredmeasexecutive director.Itwasherdecision,andI builtarelationshipwithherrightaway duringthesearchprocessandduring myfinalinterviews,”recalledTulou. “Shewasfabuloustoworkwithduring thetransitionfromoneexecutivedirectortoanother.”

“Susiehadapassionforwhatthe

centerwasandisdoing. Itwasacommitmenttocontinuingthateffort,” Tulousaid.“Shegotherhandswetand somedirtunderhernailsonthe ground,andalsowasthechairperson ofourCitizensAdvisoryCommittee. TheCACisanimportantsounding boardforustolearnaboutcommunity concernsandaboutthewatershedhere. It’saveryactivegroupofcitizens.”

Balllivedtobe80yearsoldand diedayearago,inJuly2023.She workedonconservationcausesincludingatPrimeHookNationalWildlife RefugeandsupportedChesapeakeBay restorationwork.

Accordingtoherobituary,“Her bestgiftwasjoiningtheCitizensAdvisoryCommitteeoftheDelaware CenterforInlandBays.Herpassion, leadershipandloveoftheInlandBays ledhertootherCIBopportunities, mostrecentlybecomingitsboard chair.ThroughouthertimeinSussex County,Susie’sfirstpassionwasthe annualhorseshoecrabandredknots migrationalongtheDelawareBay.”

Now,Ball’snamewillbepartofthe JamesFarmfacilitygoingforward. Theneweducationbuildingisjustone partoftheproject.

“Wewillhaverealignmentofatrail, extensionofourboardwalk,andweare buildingoutamaintenancefacility rightonthesitetokeeptheplacesafe andwell-kept,”saidTulou.

“Wewillhaveaconcessionstand downonthebeachandexpandthat spaceforthetours,”addedTulou. “EcobayTourswillnowhaveanexpandedspotsopeoplecanenjoynatureonthekayaktours.”

AccordingtoCIBDeputyDirector AnnaFagan,JamesFarmEcological Preservehashostedover20,000school childrenonclassfieldtripsoverthe past23years.Thepreservehas30,000 uniquevisitsperyear,aslocalresidents andtouristscometoenjoyitsnatural setting.

August1

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary everyThursdayat11a.m.foraBabyBees story-timeforchildren,ages0-24months, andtheircaregivers,topromoteearlyliteracy.Comelistentostories,songs,andengagewithotherbabies.StoryTimeis currentlyheldinthelibrary.Registrationis required.Youcansignuponlinebyvisiting usatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall302-7329351.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrar y. PassporttoFun— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.forauniquestory-timethat goesalongwithoursummerreadingtheme: AdventureBeginsatYourLibrary.Eachweek we’lllearnaboutanewcountryandtheirculture.Ages5-10Thursdaysat1p.m.StorytimeiscurrentlyheldintheLibrary. Registrationisrequired.Youcansignuponlinebyvisitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.or

Call302-732-9351.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankf ordlibrary.

AdultGames— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary’sgrowinggroupofpatronstoplay gamesinourCommunityRoomeveryThursdayat1p.m.,suchasdominoes,Scrabble, andcardgames!Call302-732-9351orvisit themonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Finduson FB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

TeenMovieNight— Comehangout,eatpizza, andwatchamovieatFrankfordPublicLibrary at4:30p.m.onour4ktheaterset-up.The movieisGhostbusters:FrozenEmpire.For Ages12andup.Registrationisrequiredfor pizzaorder.Youcansignuponlinebyvisiting usatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall(302)7329351.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

CraftsforAges10-17— Getoutofthehot sunandchooseonecraftprojecttomake

fromavarietyofoptionsatSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Free,allmaterialsprovided. Forages10-17.RegistrationRecommended, butwalk-insaccep tedifspaceallows.Registerathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling(302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930.

VinyasaYoga— JoinSarahSchaber,RYT-500 certifiedyogainstructor,forafree,one-hour VinyasaYogaclassatSouthCoastalLibrary at5:30p.m.Thisclassismoderately-paced withmorechallengingposesthanGentle FlowYoga.Createenergy,buildstrength,and promoteflexibilityandcircula tionthroughout thebody.Deeprelaxationandstressrelease alsoincluded.Pleasebringayogamatand foamblocks.Registrationopensat5:30p.m. onJuly25andisavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)8585518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!) Walk-insonlyacceptedifspaceallows.

HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43Kent Avenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

August1-2

PeachFestival— PeachFestival2024willbe heldatSt.Peter’sLutheranChurchinOcean City,Md.OnThursday,Aug.1,from9a.m.to 3p.m.,therewillbeafleamarket,vendortables,silentauction,freeface-painting,free gamesandprizesforkids,abookandmedia room,healthfair,burgers,hotdogs,abake tableand,ofcource,peaches—inbushels, bags,icecreamandsmoothies.OnSunday, Aug.2,thefleamarketwillrunfrom9a.m. to1p.m.

August1-10

TeenArtShow— SouthCoastalLibrarywill bedisplayingstunning2Dand3Dartworkas partoftheLibrary’s2024TeenArtShow. SummerReadingChallenge— South CoastalLibraryisinvitingallagestoearn prizesbyparticipatinginitsSummerReading Challenge.Read10hoursbyAug.10.Sign upatsussexcountyde.beanstack.org.Paper readinglogsarealsoavailable,butthose whocompleteonlineareeligibleforraffles withprizesvaluedat$50each.

August1-31

PokemonScavengerHunt— South CoastalLibraryishostingaPokemonScavengerHunt,whereparticipantssearchthe librarywiththechanceofearningaprize. Noregistrationisrequired.Pickupyour Pokedexatthecirculationdesktostart.

August2

BookClub— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary at1p.m.foraninformalbookdiscussion. OurAdultBookGroupmeetsonthefirst Fridayofthemonthtodiscussafiction, nonfiction,orclassictitle.Copiesofnext month’sbookwillbeavailableatthe FrankfordPublicLibrary.Call(302)7329351orvisitusonlineat frankfor d.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

CraftKitsforAges10-17— Youthages 10–17canstopbytheSouthCoastalLibrarytopickupacraftkittoassembleand decorateaphotocube.Free,available throughAug.8whilesupplieslast.Youth mustpickupkitsthemselves.South CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

Cha-ChaDanceClass,Part1— Join danceinstructor,JohnBrillantes,forafun andfreeinstru ctionaldanceseriesat SouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m..Each90minuteclasswillbuildoff-oftheprevious one,soitisbesttoattendallthreedatesif possible:Aug.2,6and9.Bringyourdance partner,orwewilldoourbesttopairwith youanothersinglepatronattheclass. Wearleather-soledshoes.Registrationis appreciatedandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)8585518.Walk-in'sacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoa stalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

FORMER MODEL

Bayside at Bethany Lakes, Ocean View

Lovely contemporary villa located in a beautiful waterfront community close to the beach with fabulous amenities to enjoy year-round.

Offers 2 story living room with gas fireplace, dining room, gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook, first floor primary suite with sitting area, large loft and 2 guest rooms on second floor, screen porch and 2 car garage. Community clubhouse, indoor/outdoor pools with views of Whites Creek, fitness center, day dock and more. Great location, bike to beach. Call for a private showing or stop by the Open House on Saturday! MLS DESU2065386 $599,900 Call Vickie Binsted 302-542-6253

AMAZING VIEWS

Bethany Bay, Ocean View

Spectacular views! Spacious 2BR/2BA second floor condo offers the best views in Bethany Bay with wonderful views of the water and the Indian River Bridge. Direct waterfront end-unit, fully renovated and with a detached garage. Fresh paint, new LTV plank flooring, stainless appliances and new washer and dryer. Open living/dining area offers extra side windows to enjoy the views plus kitchen with breakfast area. Bethany Bay is an excellent value in today’s market, offering great amenities including golf, pool and boat ramp in a prime location only a short drive to the beach. MLS DESU2062732 $389,900 Call Vickie Binsted 302-542-6253

Fox Haven, Frankford ONE LEVEL LIVING. This beautiful like-new home was built in 2020 as the model home for the single family community of Fox Haven. Enjoy one level living in this spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Features include an open floor plan, a covered deck and open patio overlooking the community duck pond, and two car garage with room for plenty of storage. The community is located in a quiet, rural setting just a mile or so from the Freeman Stage and a few more miles to Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island and north Ocean City. MLS DESU2062304 $565,000 Call Martha Smith 302-249-0464

MANY UPGRADES

Coventry At Barrington Park, Millville

Impressive home offers an upgraded kitchen with quartz countertops, island and breakfast bar, formal dining room, living room with gas fireplace, sunroom, primary bedroom and bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower and soaking tub, 2 guest rooms, guest bathroom and 2 car garage. Plus, a fenced rear yard, trex deck with awning and a beautiful hardscape patio with firepit. Numerous upgrades! Small community with low HOA fees and pool. Short drive to Bethany Beach and all its attractions. MLS DESU2055064 $479,900 Call Vickie Binsted 302-542-6253

Sherwood Acres, Frankford

with

38891 Bay Point Ln #35, Frankford Cute 3 bed 2.5 bath townhome in Waterside off Muddy Neck Road, 2 miles to the Bethany boardwalk and shopping. Community has a pool, walking trails and Kayak launch. Comes furnished and ready for summer fun. Fee simple no lot rent. MLS DESU2065352 $405,000

Call Linda Mueller 302-245-0741

33225 Main St, Dagsboro Best Business Opportunity in Dagsboro! Endless Possibilities for a

3 season porch and an

just 6 miles from Bethany Beach on a double sized half

corner lot in the tranquil setting of Sherwood Acres. Lots of trees and flowering shrubbery and 2 sheds with electric service.

MLS DESU2061308 $265,000 Call Martha Smith 302-249-0464

Clubs/Organizations

thirdWednesdayofeachmonthattheMastersoncenteratSt.AnnChurchfrom1to3 p.m.Newmembersarewelcome.Formore information,call/text/leaveamessageat (240)315-4361.

858-3234orvisitSouthernSussexRotary.org.

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

GeorgetownBridgeClub— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostsBridgeClubevery Wednesdayfrom1to3p.m.Allexperience levelsarewelcome.Formoreinformation, call(302)856-7958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123W PineSt.,Geor getown.

Thurs-Tues at 5pm

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

IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewesHistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCountyGenealog icalSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturdayof eachmonthfrom10a.m.to2p.m.inthe ReadingRoomattheLewesHistoryMuseum. MembersoftheSocietywillbeavailableto helpanyonewhohasquestionsabouttheir familytree.TheLewesHistoricalSociety ArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation,visitthemat scgsdelaware.orgorhistoriclewes.org.

VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisuallyimpairedpe rsons,andmeetsthefirstand

Women’sCivicClub— TheWomen’sCivic ClubofBethanyBeachmeetsonthesecond ThursdayofthemonthatCripplecreek CountryClubat10a.m.Theorganizationhas expandedthroughoutSussexCounty,andhas beenservingthecommunityfor98years. TheClubisanon-profitorganization,formed infriendshipanddedicatedtocivicandcharitablepurposesandtheeducationofits members.Formoreinformation,orifyouare interestedinattending,sendanemailto the rese.r.gross@gmail.com.

LordBaltimoreLionsClub— TheLordBaltimoreLionsClubmeetsthefirstandthird WednesdayofeachmonthatMac’sCatering inMillville.Thisisaserviceorganizationthat performsprojectsintheSussexcountyarea. Formoreinformation,visitthemonFacebook,atLordbaltimorelionsclub.orgorby phoneat(301)543-0329.

RotaryMeets— SouthernSussexRotary meetsweeklyatDoyle’sRestaurantinSelbyvilleeveryThursdayat8a.m.Form oreinformation,callBrendanCrottyat(302)

LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub— Organized in1934,LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub (LBWC)iscelebratingits90thanniversaryof servicetoSussexCounty.LBWCisanonprofitorganizationwhichmeetsthethird Mondayofeverymonth(Septemberthrough June)at11a.m.atCrippleCreekGolf& CountryClubnearDagsboro.Dedicatedto helpingthelocalcommunity,LBWCraises fundsfored ucationprojectsinlocalschools, scholarshipsforhighschoolstudents,veteran’sprogramsandothercharitableorganizations.Italsoprovidessocialopportunities tofosterfriendship,camaraderieandindividualenrichmentamongitsmembers.Tolearn moreaboutLBWC,visitLbwclub.com.

BonsaiClub— TheSouthCoastalBonsaiClub meetsthefirstWednesdayofeachmonth from10a.m.tonoonatInlandBaysGarden Center.

WritersGuild— TheRehobothBeachWrite rs Guildsponsorsaweeklytwo-hourFreeWrite sessionintheconferenceroomattheMillvilleTownHallfrom9to11a.m.Participants,18andolder,ofallskilllevelscan practicecreativewritinginafriendlyandnurturingatmosphere.Attendanceisfree.For moreinformation,emailLynnMasseyat bookmom42@yahoo.com.

Drop-Ins

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffort

puttogetherbyBillMurphytocelebratepatriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingat theBethanyBeachbandstandeveryWednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,law enforcementandfirefighterswhoserveand protect.Allarewelcome.

AdultTime— AdultscanstopintheSouth CoastalLibraryanytimethey’reopentowork onjigsawpuzzles,playcheckersorcolor. Thisisfree,andallmaterialsareprovided.

BookDonations— SouthCoastalLibraryonly acceptsboo kdonationsfrom2to4p.m.on Tuesdays.Thereisalistontheirwebsite, southcoastal.lib.de.us,ofwhattheydoor don’taccept.

BeachSingles— BeachSingles,55-Plus, meetseveryThursdayforHappyHourfrom4 to6p.m.atHarpoonHanna’sonRoute54. Formoreinformation,call(302)436-9577.

SoupandSandwiches— TheOceanView ChurchofChristisholdingaSoup&SandwichministryonthesecondWednesdayof eachmonth,fromOctoberthroughMarch, from11:30a.m.to1p.m. Allarewelcome.

TeleserviceNavigators— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostsTeleserviceNavigators everyMondayfrom10a.m.to3p.m.and everyTuesdayfrom10a.m.to2p.m.Get helpwithvirtualresources,suchastelehealthappointments,appointmentswith lawyersandsocialserviceappointments usingthenewTelehealthKiosk.ANavigator willbeatthelibrarytohelpsetupvirtualappointments.Formoreinformation,call(302) 856-7958,email georgetown.lib rary@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123WPineSt.,Georgetown.

LaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Biblioteca— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsLaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Bibliotecaevery Wednesdayfrom3:30to6p.m.Déjenos ayudarlea:completarsuspapeles,interpretarsuscartas,inscribirseenlaescuela,renovarsusdocumentos,crearunavidamajor,y muchomás.LaEsperanza:(302)854-9262.

PawsforPeopleReadingTime— The GeorgetownPublicLibraryhost sPawsfor PeopleonthefirstandthirdThursdaysof everymonthfrom4to5p.m.Readaloudto afurry,friendlytherapycompaniontohelp inspirealoveofreading.OfferedbyPawsfor People.Readersofallagesandstagesare welcome.

ElementaryHomeschoolersProgram— The GeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsitsHomeschoolProgramonthethirdTuesdayofevery monthat1p.m.Everymonth,theyoffera differentactivityforelementary-school-aged children.

SocratesCafé— So cratesCaféisagroupof individualsfromdifferentbackgroundsthat discussphilosophicalideas.Meetingsarethe firstTuesdayofeachmonth,from2to3:30 p.m.attheBethanyBeachChristianChurch. Everyoneiswelcome.Formoreinformation, callBonnieat537-9440,orsendanemailto bonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

FlipFive— AmericanLegionPost24inDagsboroishostingFlipFivegamesonWednesdaynightsfrom6-8p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinv itedtoplay. Justsignthebookandwrite“FlipFive”next toyourname.

WingNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingWingNighteveryThursdayat6:30p.m.Members,guestsandthe

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generalpublicareallinvited.

SeafoodNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingSeafoodNighteveryFridayfrom4:30to7:30p.m.Karaokefollows from7to11p.m.Members,guestsandthe generalpublicareallinvited.

DinnerNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingdinnereverySaturday from4:30to7:30p.m.DJ/Karaokewillperformfrom7to11p.m.Members,guestsand thegeneralpublicareallinvited.

CommunityLuncheon— TheMariners

Bethel ’sHopeCenterishostinglunchevery Tuesdayfrom11:30a.m.to1p.m.They serveachoiceofhomemadesoups,fresh sandwichesandhomemadedesserts.Carry-

outisalsoavailable.

BeachSingles— BeachSingles55-Plusis hostingaMeet&GreetonThursdaysat Nick’sinOceanCity,Md.,from4to6p.m. Formoreinformation,call(215)385-4993.

GriefShare— MarinersBethelGlobal MethodistChurchoffersafreeGriefShare supportgroupeveryMondayeveningfrom6 to8p.m.inRoo m#205intheChurchbuilding.Therewillbevaluableguidanceandtips ondealingwiththelossofalovedone.For moreinformation,call539-9510.

VFWBreakfa st— VFWPost7234holdsa breakfasteverySundayfrom8a.m.tonoon. Thecostis$14foradults,and$7forchildrenunder12.Themenufeaturesscrambled eggs,sausage,Frenchtoast,home-friedpotatoes,scrapple,ham,chippedbeefgravy, toast,pastries,juice,coffeeandtea.

Politics

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

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

RepublicansMeet— The38thDistrictRepublicanClubmeetsthefourthMondayof themonth.Socialhoursbeginat6p.m.,and themeetingstartspromptlyat6:30p.m.Informationontheclubandmeetingscanbe foundat38thdrcp.com,orthroughemailat info@38thdrcp.com.

DemocratsMeet— TheDemocraticParty’s 38thRepresentativeDistrictCommittee meetsthefirstWednesdayofeverymonthat OceanView’sBigFi shGrillat5p.m.There willbenomeetinginJuly.Formoreinformation,updatesonspeakersandmeetinglocations,call(302)364-5830,orvisit https://deldems38.orgortheirFacebook pageathttps://deldems38.org.

SussexRepublicansMeet— TheSussex CountyRepublicanCommitteemeetsthe secondMondayofeverymonthattheMillsborofirehall.Meetingsstartpromptlyat6:30 p.m.andallarewelcome.Informationon monthlyguestspeakers,legislativeupdates andmeetingupdatescanbefoundatsussex.gop

Fitness/Health/Dance

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel GMChosts“TuningUptheTemple”on Mondays,WednesdaysandFridays,from 8:30to9:45a.m.atTheHopeCenter.The classesaresession-based,notdrop-in,so contactCarolLynchat(302)745-8237or cklynch02@gmail.comformoredetails. YogaClasses— MarinersBethelGMChosts yogaclassesat5p.m.onWednesdaysin theArmorRoom,upstairsinthechurch building,w ithHeatherMurphy.Additionally, thereisalsoaclassonSaturdays,from 9:30to10:30a.m.,withinstructors HeatherMurphyandMicoleLinehan.There isa$5drop-infeeforeitherclass.Classes areopentothecommunityandallarewelcome.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelChurchis holdingazumbaexerciseclassintheHope CentergymeveryMonday,Wednesdayand Fridayat10a.m.Thereisa$6drop-infee. Noregistrationisnecessary,andallarewelcome.Formoreinformat ion,sendanemailto zumbabyjo@gmail.com.

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

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

Al-Anon Al-Anonisasupportgroupforthe families andfriendsofalcoholics.Meetingsare

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heldeveryTuesday,from7to8:30p.m.,at OceanViewPresbyterianChurch.Formoreinformation,visitovpc.org.

ArgentineTango— TheLewesSeniorActivity CenterishostingArgentineTangoDancingon Tuesdays,from7to9p.m.Adultsofallages arewelcome,andnoexperienceorpartneris required.Thereisa$5fee,butthefirstvisitis free.Enterthroughthebackdoorofthefacility. Formoreinformation,visitthegrouponlineat TangoByTheBeach.com.

GeorgetownWalkers— TheGeorgetownPublic Librar yhostGPLWalkerseveryMondayat9 a.m.ThewalkingclubgoestoSandhillFields fora30-to40-minutewalk,weatherpermitting.ThetrailbeginsattheMurray’sLaneParkinglot,109-199MurraysLane.Formore information,call(302)856-7958,email georgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthelibrary at123WPineSt.,Georgetown.

Tai-ChiClasses— BethelMethodistChurchis hostingfreeTai-ChiclassesonTuesdaysand Thursdaysfrom10to11a.m.Thisisopento

the public,andallarewelcome.Organizersdecribedtheclassesas“easy,”andcasualattireis suggested.Formoreinformation,call(302) 519-2984.

StrokeSupport— Astrokesupportgroupmeets atPAMHealthRehabilitationHospitalof GeorgetownonthethirdTuesdayofevery monthat3:30p.m.Reservationsarerecommended,butwalk-insarewelcome.Formore information,call(302)440-4866.

Alzheimer’sCaregiversMeeting— Ameeting forAlzheimer’scaregiversisheldthefirstand third ThursdaysofeverymonthattheOcean ViewCHEERCenterat1p.m.Themeetingslast foruptotwohours.Themeetingsbeginon June6,2024.

Pickleball— TheHopeCenteratMariners BethelishostingpickleballeveryMonday, WednesdayandFridayfrom11:30a.m.to2:30 p.m.

Al-AnonFamilyGroups— Al-Anonisasupport groupforfamilyandfriendsofalcoholics.The groupsaysyouneverhavetobealoneagain. Al-AnonFamilyGroupsmeetatOceanView Presbyterian ChurcheveryTuesdayfrom7to8 p.m.

Hobby/Craft

NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’sSeashore ChapterofTheAmericanNeedlepointGuild meetsonthefirstMondayofthemonth from10a.m.to2p.m.attheGeorgetown PublicLibrary.Bringingaboxlunchisencouraged.Newmembersarealwayswelcome.Fordetails,sendanemailtothe chapterat delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.org.

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

RadioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator, orpeoplewantingtomeetandgreetothers,cangettogetherattheFrankford DineronThursdaysfrom8to10a.m.The ARRLSectionManagerusuallyattends.For moreinforma tion,contactJackMagarat k8uyc80@gmail.com.

PenPalProgram— Thankstoapartnership

betweenSouthCoastalLibrary,Kent CountyLibraryandWellingtonCityLibraries,youcannowcommunicatebyletterwithaNewZealander.Thisisafunway tolearnaboutanothercountryandmakea newfriend.Allinternationalpostageis handled,andyoucanbringinandpickup yourlettersatthelibrary.Formoreinformationandregistration,visitthemat delawarelibraries.lib cal.com/event/113666 26orcall(302)858-5518.

Bookdiscussion— TheGeorgetownPublic LibraryhostsitsWednesdayMorningBook DiscussiononthefourthWednesdayof everymonthat10:15a.m.InNovember andDecember,however,theywillmeeton thethirdWednesday.Booksareavailable forpickupeachmonthatthelibrary.

Music

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridaysof themonthat4p.m.Alllevelsare welcome.

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August3

ChickenShack— TheVFWChickenShack isupandrunningeverySaturdaythrough LaborDayweekend,attheNationalGuard trainingsiteonRoute1from8:30a.m.to 3p.m.,rainorshine.Themenuisonehalf BBQchickenwithabagofpotatochipsfor $10,withassortedsoftdrinksandbottled wateravailablefor$1each.

DEAnimeSocietyMeeting— Doyoulike Anime,VideoGames,Friends,andFun? ComejointheDelawareAnimeSociety!

Events

Women’sACapellaChorus— Achapterof SweetAdelinesInternationalInc.holdsrehearsalseveryMondayeveningfrom6to8 p.m.intheOceanPines(Md.)Community Center.Theyarelookingforladieswho lovetosing.MemberscomefromMaryland andDelaware.Formoreinformation,call Maryat(410)629-9383,findthemonsocialmediaorvisitdelmarvachorus.org.

Museums/Displays

RailroadMuseum— TheDelawareSeaside RailroadClubhouseisaninteractivemuseumofmodelrailroading,andislocated at36668DuPontBoulevard,inSelbyville. TheyareopentothepubliceveryWednesdayfrom5to7p.m.,andeverySaturday,

NowmeetingattheFrankfordPublicLibrar yinFrankfordonthefirstSaturdayof everymonthfrom10a.m.to2p.m. Foundedin2004,DelawareAnimeSociety isafreetojoinanimeandgamingclub w/chaptersinWilmington/NewCastle, Dover,andFrankford,DEandPhillyArea, PA.Ages13-plus.Ourgoalsarepubliceducation,Asiancultureappreciation,and fosteringfriendships.Freemonthlymeetings,events,annualmini-conventions, charityfundraisingandmore!Followthem onsocialmedia:@delawareanimes ociety. Call(302)732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

from10a.m.to3p.m.Admissionisfree. Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat delawareseasiderailroadclub.com.

Dinker-IrvinMuseum— TheBethanyBeach MuseumatDinker-IrvinCottageisopento thepublicMonday,WednesdayandFriday, from10a.m.tonoonduringsummer.Private toursareavailablebyappointment .Interested groupsof10-15maycall(302)539-8725. Admissiontothemuseumisfree,andparkingisavailableinfrontofthemuseum.The museumisnothandicap-accessible.For moreinformation,visitonlineattownofbethanybeach.com,andclickunder“Residents/History/TownMuseum.”

SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMuseum isopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m.onthethird saturdayofeachmonththroughOctober.VariousrailroadandTownartifactsdatingback totheea rliestagriculturaldaysofthetown areondisplay,alongwithpolicememorabilia throughthelate20thCentury.Themuseum

August5

ChixWithStix— JoinJuliaatSouth CoastalLibraryat10a.m.fortheirnext monthlymeetingaboutcrocheting,knitting andneedleworking.Allskilllevelswelcome.Seewhatothersaremakingandget inspirationinthisfungroupmeeting.Free, registerathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling(302)858- 5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930 CraftsforAges10-17— Getoutofthehot sunandchooseonecraftprojecttomake fromavarietyofoptionsatSouthCoastal Libraryat1p.m.Free,allmaterialsprovided.Forages10-17.RegistrationRecommended,butwalk-insacceptedifspace

islocatedat6RailroadAvenue.Admissionis free.Formoreinformation,visitthemonline atselbyville.delaware.gov. HistoricVillage— TheHistoricVillagein OceanViewisopenonWednesdaysthrough Aug.28from10a.m.to1p.m.

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

ZumbaClass— FrankfordPublicLibraryis hostingaZumbaClassat10:30a.m.every MondayinJuly.Registrationisrequired.To register,visitfrankford.lib.de.usorcall themat(302)732-9351.

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryeveryMondayat11 a.m.forstorytellingandsongsattheParsonsFarmspavilion.ThisStorytimeisopen toallages.Weatherpermitting,anycancellationswillbepostedonFrankfordPub-

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Faith

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

licLibrary'sFacebookpage.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.foratimeofknitting andcrocheting!Alllevelsarewelcometo attend.Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Instagram @frankfordlibrary.

August6

Women’sBibleStudy— CCDelaware Coast,at48N.MainStreetinSelbyville,is hostingaWomen’sBibleStudyat9:30 a.m.onTuesdays,fromJuly9throughAug. 13.ThetopicisForgiveness:Breakingthe PowerofthePast.Thereisnohomework, andchildcareisprovided.

Cha-ChaDanceClass,Part2— Join danceinstructor,JohnBrillantes,forafun

andfreeinstructionaldanceseriesat SouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m..Each90minuteclasswillbuildoff-oftheprevious one,soitisbesttoattendallthreedatesif possible:Aug.2,6and9.Bringyo urdance partner,orwewilldoourbesttopairwith youanothersinglepatronattheclass. Wearleather-soledshoes.Registrationis appreciatedandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)8585518.Walk-in'sacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 EscapeRoom— Grabyourfamilyand friendsandtrySouthCoastalLibrary’s camping-themedescaperoomfrom1to 4:30p.m.!Youonlyhav e20minutesto solveit!Forages8-Adult.Free,registrationrequired.Visitthelibraryorcall(302) 858-5518toregisterforatimeslot. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us CarlostheJuggler— TheFrankfordPublic LibrarysummerreadingprogramADVENTUREBEGINSATYOURLIBRARYpresents CarlostheJugglerat11a.m.Thisprogram

isheldattheFrankfordFireHall.Call(302) 732-9351orvisit usonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary. Dungeons&Dragons— Comelearnhowto playthefiftheditionofDungeons&Dragons atFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.Noexperiencenecessary.Thiswillbeasix-week longClass/Campaignforages7-16.Noadult participantswillbeacceptedatthistime.For moreinformationonouryear-roundD&D programming,pleasecontacttheprogram's coordinator,Phili pHartmeyeratphilip.hartmeyer@lib.de.us.Call(302)732-9351or visitthemonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary. PAWSforPeople— Readaloudtoafurry, friendlytherapycompaniontohelpinspirea loveofreadingatFrankfordPublicLibraryat 4p.m.OfferedbyPAWSforPeople.Registrationrequired.Readersofallagesandstages arewelcome.PAWSiscurrentlyheldatthe library.Call302-732-9 351orvisitusonline atfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frank-

fordlibrary.

August7

DemsMeet— The38thRepresentativeDistrictDemocraticCommitteemonthlymeetingwillbeheldatBigFishGrillinOcean Viewat5p.m.Thisisa“Dutch-treat”dinner,followedbyaspeakerandabusiness meeting.

TunesforTails— Thefirstfundraising eventfortheSouthCoastalDEDogPark FoundationwillbeheldattheSmokeyHolloweven tvenueinSelbyvillefrom5to9 p.m.Therewillbeaneveningoflivemusic byTheMarshallMorlockBand,withfood trucksandbeerandwineavailableforpurchase.Entrybydonation(withasuggested minimumof$25perperson.Seatingis limited,andinterestedpartiesshouldRSVP byAug.1.Formoreinformation,visitscdedogpark.orgorsendanemailtosouthcoastaldelawaredogpark@gmail.com.

FeelingsRock!— FeelingsRockisa music,movement,andmoreprogramdesi gnedtohelpchildrenunderage5and theirfamiliesworkthrougheverydayemotions!ThiseventwillbeheldattheMillvilleBoardwalkat10:30a.m.Free, registrationisrequiredandavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usParents/caregivers mustaccompanychildren.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

EscapeRoom— Grabyourfamilyand friendsandtrySouthCoastalLibrary’s camping-themedescaperoomfrom1to 6:30:30p.m.!Yo uonlyhave20minutesto solveit!Forages8-Adult.Free,registrationrequired.Visitthelibraryorcall(302) 858-5518toregisterforatimeslot. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

MahjongClub— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.fortheirMahjongClubfor casualplaythroughoutthesummer!Registrationisnotrequired,butpriorplayingexperienceispreferred.Call302-732-9351 orvisitthemonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary. Hooks&NeedlesatNight— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat5:30p.m.foratime ofknittingandcrochetingintheevening! Alllevelsarewelcometoattend.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call(302)732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

SpeakerSeries— TheFrankfo rdPublic LibrarywillhostadiscussionofTraditionalvsModernvsArtquiltsat5:30 p.m.ThisweekwewillfocusonArt Quilts.Registrationisrequired.Call (302)732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary

P icturesCometoLife— TheFrankford PublicLibrarysummerreadingprogram ADVENTUREBEGINSATYOURLIBRARY presentsJeffHopkins,anartistwhowill tellanddrawstoriesforpeop leofallages at3:30p.m.Thisprogramisheldatthelibrary.Call302-732-9351orvisitusonline atfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

August8

RivenbankMinistries— RivenbankMinistrieswillperformatSt.MatthewsBythe Seaat8:30and10:45a.m.,andat7p.m. Thereisnocharge,butaloveofferingwill bereceived.

BicycleSafetyCheckpoint— TheBethany BeachPoliceDepartmentishostingabicycle safetycheckpointatS.PennsylvaniaAvenue andWellingtonParkwayfrom8to11a.m. Policewillbeonsitewithbike-lightinstallation,educationandmaterialforlocaltrailriding.DelDOTandtheirB ikeSafetyOutreach willalsobeinattendance.

CookingBytheBook— Eachmonth,par-

ticipantsinthiscookbookclubatSouth CoastalLibrarywillchoosearecipefrom thesamecookbookandthenmakeand bringinthedishtosharewiththegroup. Theymeetat1p.m.Participantsareencouragedtodiscusscooking,recipesand howtoimprovethem,aswellasthebook itself.Thisclubisagreatwayforyouto meetmembersofyourcommunityandtry newfoods!(BringTupperwaretotake home leftovers.)Thismonth,wewillbecooking fromBarefootinParis:EasyFrenchFood YouCanMakeatHomebyInaGarten. Copiesofthebookwillbeavailablefor checkoutatthecirculationdeskwhilesupplieslast.Areferencecopywillbeavailableuponrequestifnoothercopiesare available.Free,forages18-plus,register atwww.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth

CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

One- on-OneGenealogyAssistance— Lookingtotraceyourroots?Notsurehowtoget started?NancyN.willwalkyouthroughgettingstartedwithAncestry.com,andgiveyou personalizedgenealogyassistanceusingU.S. databasesatSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m. Free,90-minutesession.Registrationopens at2p.m.onJuly25at www.southcoastal.lib.de.us.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

YinYangYoga— JoinSarahSchaber,RYT50 0certifiedyogainstructor,atSouth CoastalLibraryat5:30p.m.forafreeonehouryinyangyogaclassthatcombinesactivemovementsandpostureswithlonger heldpassivestretchestoenergizethebody andfocusthemindwhilealsocreatinga

senseofbalanceandharmonywithin.(Not thesameasGentleFlowYoga.)Pleasebring ayogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommendstwo4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Registrationopensat5:30p.m. onAug.1athttps ://southcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insonlyaccepted ifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary everyThursdayat11a.m.foraBabyBees story-timeforchildren,ages0-24months, andtheircaregivers,topromoteearlyliteracy.Comelistentostories,songs,andengagewithotherbabies.StoryTimeis

currentlyheldinthelibrary.Registrationis required.Youcansignuponlinebyvisiting usatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall302-7329351.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

PassporttoFun— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.forauniquestory-timethat goesalongwithoursummerreadingtheme: AdventureBeginsatYourLibrary.Eachweek we’lllearnaboutanewcountryandtheirculture.Ages5-10Thursdaysat1p.m.StorytimeiscurrentlyheldintheLibrary. Registrationisrequired.Youcansignuponlinebyvisitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.or Call302-732-9351.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

AdultGames— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary’sgrowinggroupofpatronstoplay gamesinourCommunityRoomeveryThursdayat1p.m.,suchasdominoes,Scrabble, andcardgames!Call302-732-9351orvisit themonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Fin duson FB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

Butterflies&Blooms— Therewillbeafree Butterflies&BloomsClassatDelaware BotanicGardensfrom9:30to10:30a.m.. TrainedDBGDocentsteachyouaboutthe life-cycleandhabitatsforbutterflies.Then, takeaguidedgardentourtoobservebutterfliesandrecordyourobservations.Thisisa family-friendlyclass.Membersareadmitted freeandnon-memberspaya$15admission fee.Children16an dunderareadmittedfree, whenaccompaniedbyanadult.Mustmake classreservationsbygoingtoonlineto delawaregardens.org/events.

August9

FamilyFunNight— OceanViewChurchof ChristishostingafreeFamilyFunNighton thesecondFridayofeachmonththissummer,from6to8p.m.Therewillbefood, gamesforkidsandparents,prizesandmore. CraftKitsforAges10-17— Youthages 10–17canstopbytheSouthCoastalLibrarytopickupacraftkittoassembleand decorate aphotocube.Free,available throughAug.8whilesupplieslast.Youth mustpickupkitsthemselves.South CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

Cha-ChaDanceClass,Part3— Join danceinstructor,JohnBrillantes,forafun andfreeinstructionaldanceseriesat SouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m..Each90minuteclasswillbuildoff-oftheprevious one,soitisbesttoattendallthreedatesif possible:Aug.2,6and9.Bringyourdance partner,orwewilldoo urbesttopairwith youanothersinglepatronattheclass. Wearleather-soledshoes.Registrationis appreciatedandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302)8585518.Walk-in'sacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 ChillOutMatineeforAges10-17— Enjoy afreeadventuremovieonSouthCoastal Library’sbigscreenat1p.m.withfreeice creamorItalianice.Callorvisitthelibr ary formovietitle.Forages1–17,Registrationrecommendedat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

GospelConcert— Gracewaywillperformat St.Matthew’sByTheSeaat7p.m.There isfreeadmission,butloveofferingsare accepted.

August10

ChickenShack— TheVFWChickenShack isupandrunningeverySaturdaythrough LaborDayweekend,attheNationalGuard trainingsiteo nRoute1from8:30a.m.to 3p.m.,rainorshine.Themenuisonehalf BBQchickenwithabagofpotatochipsfor $10,withassortedsoftdrinksandbottled wateravailablefor$1each.

SODELOPerforms— TheSouthern DelawareOrchestra(SODELO)willperform “OutofThisWorld”atMariner’sBethel GlobalMethodistChurchat3p.m.Tickets areavailableinadvanceonlineatsodelomusic.org.Thoselookingformoreinformation,orwhoareinterestedinsupporting theorchestra, mayclickthe“Support”buttonontheirsite,orbyemailingthemat southerndelawareorchestra@gmail.com.

SafeBoatingCourse— TheU.S.Coast GuardAuxiliary,Flotilla12-09,ispartner-

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ingwithDNRECtoprovideaneight-hour basicboatingsafetycourseattheEvans ParkCommunityCenterinMillville.Registrationstartsat7:30a.m.,andthecourse andtestgofrom8a.m.to4p.m.Thecost is$20perperson.Topre-register,email RoyZimmermanat rzimmyuscgaux@gma il.com.

Pop-UpBookSale— StopbySouthCoastal Libraryat10a.m.foratwo-hourpop-up booksale!Findgreatbooksforgreat prices!Previousbestsellers,cookbooks, beachreads,children'smaterials&more! SponsoredbytheFriendsoftheSouth CoastalLibrary.Helpsupportyourlocallibrary!SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us ChilledSaladDinner— AmericanLegion AuxiliaryUnit24inDagsboroishostinga freshsaladdinnerfrom4:30to7:30p.m., oruntiltheyrunout.Allmealsinclude chips,apickle,arollanddessert.Choose oneofthefollowing,whichincludestwo sides:aservingofchickensalad,shrimp saladorpulledporkwithachoiceofmacaronisaladand/orpotatosalad.Thecostis

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August11

GospelConcert— RivenbarkMinistrieswill performatSt.Matthew’sByTheSeaat 8:30and10:45a.m.,andafullconcertat 7p.m.Thereisfreeadmission,butloveofferingsareaccepted.

August12

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Ideal forbeginners,seniors,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromho me.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetonto

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NewshowatGalleryOnereadyto‘ChangeItUp’

GalleryOnethisweekannouncedtheirnewshow,“ChangeIt Up,”opentothepublicJuly31 throughAug.27.

“Let’sfaceit—everyonelikes stayinginhisorhercomfortzone. That’swhytheycallita‘comfort’ zone,”organizerssaid.“Butchange isinevitable,andembracingitoften offerspleasantsurprises,learning momentsandopportunities.This monththeartistsofGalleryOne are‘changingitup,’whetheritbea newtechnique,subjectmatteror philosophy.”

Agoodexample,theysaid,is RinaThaler’spainting“Changeis intheAir,”exploringthechanging perceptionsofrealitypeoplefaceas theygothroughlife.Incorporating hand-paintedpaperscollagedintoa watercolorbackground“shiftsthe planesofconsciousness,turninga simplestudyofbirchtreesintoa metaphorfornatural,butsometimesdifficultchangeswefacein ourlives.”

ForartistsLaurieFieldsinher piece“3PanelAssemblage,”Cindy Beyerinheracrylicpainting“Lumi Jelly”andDaleSheldoninher acrylic“LateAfternoon,”achange ofmaterialsbroughtnewinspiration.

“Ireallymixeditupthismonth,” saidBeyer,“Iusedablackcanvas paintedwithinterferencepaint.I decidedtopaintaluminousjellyfish withglowingiridescentpaint. Whenthelightisshiningonthis painting,heismagnificentlyethereal!”

ArtistsJeanneMuellerandEd Lewandowskichangeduptheir usual“style”ofworking.In Mueller’spainting“Butterfliesare Free,”theartisttookadiveintoabstraction,whileLewandowskiwent inamorefigurativerepresentational stylewithhisoilpainting“Whiskey Sour”

“Iprimarilypaintlandscapesand enjoyworkingenpleinair,”hesaid. “Forthischallenge,Imovedthe

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RinaThaler’smixed-medium,‘ChangeisintheAir’isjustoneofthemanyworksofartavailableatGalleryOne’sAugustshow, ‘ChangeItUp.’

subjectmatterindoorswhilealso addingfigures.IwastryingtocapturethefeelingofanoldParisienne barlateintheevening.”

ForartistsLauraHickmaninher pastel“LilySofia”andJoyceCondry inheracrylic“SunflowerPhobia,” thechoiceofsubjectmatterenabled themtostretchtheirusualboundaries.Tochangethingsup,Hickman,knownforhercolorful landscapes,drewamonochromatic pastelofafigure,whohappensto behergrandmother,whileCondry chosesunflowers.

“Theyaresobig,soyellow,so‘in yourface’thattheyactuallyintimidateme.Paintingthemwasatherapysessionforme!”Condrysaid.

ArtistLesleyMcCaskill’sacrylic “OntheRoadAgain”illustratesa changeinlifestyleforMcCaskill herself.

“ThisideacametomeasIwas drivingovertheIndianRiver Bridge,”sheexplained.“Thebeauty ofthelandscape,withthebay, beach,grassesandthesoaringgulls surroundingme,nexttomeamaturecoupleintheirsportycarfilled withexuberance,juxtaposedwith theiconicblackpickupfilledwith youngpeople,allenjoyingthesea andthesun.Thisismylifenow!It surehaschangedfromcitylife!”

CherylWisbrock’sacrylicpainti ng“WhiteOakPlaytime”isareworkingofapreviouspiece.

“Itwasaportraitofalargeregal oaktreethathadbeencarefullypreservedandmarkedwithasignhonoringitshistory.Idecidedthe imagewasalittlestuffyandthatthe treedeservedalittlefun.Ichanged itspersonalityfromamature,stately treetoonethathostsneighborhood childrenwhomaywanttoclimbor playonit.”

ForachangeofpacethisAugust artloverscanpayavisittoGallery One.Thegalleryisopendailyfrom 10a.m.to5p.m.,andislocatedat 32AtlanticAvenue(Route26) OceanView.Formoreinformation, call(302)5375055orvisitGalleryOneDE.com.

theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationopensat12p.m.onAug.5andis availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling(302)858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insonlyacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

Lights,Camera,Crime!— Truecrimeenthusiastsandmovieloversalikearewelcometojoinusatthelibraryfor amovie nightsogooditshouldbecriminalat SouthCoastalLibraryat3:30p.m.!Each moviescreeningwillfeatureamoviebased onatruecrimeorwillbeatruecrimedocumentary.Lightsnacksprovided.Free,for ages18-plus.Registration&filmtitleare availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling(302)858-5518.Walk-insare acceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930.

ZumbaClass— FrankfordP ublicLibraryis hostingaZumbaClassat10:30a.m.every MondayinJuly.Registrationisrequired.To register,visitfrankford.lib.de.usorcall themat(302)732-9351.

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryeveryMondayat11 a.m.forstorytellingandsongsattheParsonsFarmspavilion.ThisStorytimeisopen toallages.Weatherpermitting,anycancellationswillbepostedonFrankfordPublicLibrary'sFacebookpage.Call 302-732-9351orvi situsonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.foratimeofknitting andcrocheting!Alllevelsarewelcometo attend.Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Instagram @frankfordlibrary.

August13

Women’sBibleStudy— CCDelaware Coast,at48N.MainStreetinSelbyville,is hostingaWomen’sBibleStudyat9:30 a.m.onTuesdays,fromJuly9throughAug. 13.ThetopicisForgiveness:Breakingthe PowerofthePast.Thereisnohomework, andchildcareisprovided.

BoardGamesforAges10-17— Takea beachbreakandplayboardgamesincool airconditioningwithlightsnacksatSouth CoastalLibraryat1p.m.Bringyourfriends andmakenewones!Tonsofgamesavailable(includingnewones),butfeelfreeto bringyourfavoriteifyouwish.Forages 10-17.RegistrationRecommendedat www.southcoa stal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

PAWSforReading— Well-trainedteamsof dogs&ownersprovideasupportiveand funwayforkidstogainconfidencein readingaloudatSouthCoastalLibraryat4 p.m.Childrenreadfor15minutesandmay bringtheirownbookiftheywish.Ages5plus.Mustcall(302)858-5518toregister. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE1 9930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

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BayVentureOutfitterscelebratesgrandopeningofnewlocation

OnFriday,July12,theBethany-FenwickAreaChamberofCommercehelda ribbon-cuttingceremonywithBayVentureOutfitterstocelebratethegrand openingoftheirnewlocationontheAssawomanCanal,justoffMuddyNeck RoadnearFrankford.Friends,family, communitymembersandlocalofficials wereinattendance.

OriginallyfromNorthEast,Md.,Bay VentureOutfittersprovideshourlykayak andstand-uppaddleboard(SUP)rentals, aswellasyearlywaterfrontpaddlesport storage,andsingle-dayandseasonal launchpassesforanyonewiththeirown kayak,canoeorSUP.Callfordetailson GrandOpeningspecialsonstorage.

OwnerKellyBensonsaid,“Whatsets usapartisthatweprideourselvesonofferinganelevatedexperience.Wehavethe bestcustomerserviceandincludeanintroductionwitheveryrentalsothatalllevelsofskillgetstartedontherightfoot. Everythingisincluded—convenient parking,privatewateraccess,allyour equipment,amapofthelocalwatertrails andadrybag,ifdesired—andallofitisa shortbikeridefromdowntownBethany Beach.”

BayVenture’slocationontheAssawomanCanalandaccesstotheAssawomanWildlifeAreaofferspaddlers thechancetoexplorethelongstretchesof marshgrassesthatlinethebayshores,sur-

Aribbon-cuttingceremonyisheldtocelebrateBayVentureOutfitters’grandopeningoftheirnewlocationontheAssawoman CanalnearFrankford.PicturedareVinceSaulino,KellyBenson,MollyBensonandJayStout.

roundedbypinewoods.Eveninwindy conditions,thewatersoftheAssawoman Canalstaycalm,andwhenexploringthe

wildlifearea,paddlersaresurroundedby wildlifeandscenery. Visitthenewlocationat38635Muddy

NeckRoad,Frankford.Formoreinformation,gotobayventureoutfitters.comorcall 1-877-523-9555.

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NativeAmericanStorytime— TheFrankfordPublicLibrarysummerreadingprogramADVENTUREBEGINSATYOUR LIBRARYpresentsNativeAmericanStorytimewithRaggieat11a.m.Thisprogram isheldattheFrankfordPublicLibrary.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

August14

HealthScreenings— LifeLineScreeningis offeringaffordablehealthscreeningsat DagsboroChurchofChrist.Screeningscan checkforthelevelofplaquein yourarteries,andtheriskitposes;HDLandLDL cholesterollevels;diabetesrisk;kidney andthyroidfunctionandmore.Freeparkingisalsoavailable.Specialpackagepricingstartsat$159,butconsultantswillbe onhandtofindtherightpackageforyou. Pre-registrationisrequired,andavailable atlifelinescreening.comorbycalling(877) 237-1287.

PirateStoryTime— MarcosthePirate fromtheLewesHistoricalSocietywillbe readingNoPiratesAllowedSay sLibrary LouandalsosharingfunfactsaboutpiratesthatvisitedDelawareatSouth CoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Forchildren ofallages.Free,availableonafirstcome, firstservedbasis.Parentsmustaccompanychildren.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us TrueCrimeClub— Shareyourtheories, knowledge,andmemoriesoftruecrime caseswithfellowtruecrimeenthusiastsat SouthCoastalL ibraryat2p.m.Ateach two-hourmeeting,theclubwillexplorea particulartruecrimecase.Thismonth, we’llexplorethecrimesofRichard Ramirez.Suggestedread(notrequired): TheNightStalkerbyPhilipCarlo.Free,inpersononly,forages18-plus.Registration isencouragedandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19 930

MacrameFeatherCraft— ArtistBethDeeleywillprovideyouwillprovideyouwitha fun,introductorymacraméclassatSouth CoastalLibraryat4:30p.m.inwhichyou’ll makeaFeathersWallHanging.Free,all materialsandinstructionprovided.For ages18andup.Registrationopensat 4:30p.m.onAug.7at www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended.)HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeac h, DE19930

MahjongClub— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.fortheirMahjongClubfor casualplaythroughoutthesummer!Registrationisnotrequired,butpriorplayingexperienceispreferred.Call302-732-9351 orvisitthemonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

Hooks&NeedlesatNight— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat5:30p.m.foratime ofknittingandcrochetingintheevening! Alllevel sarewelcometoattend.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call(302)732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

AdultCraft— BringyourfriendstoFrankfordPublicLibraryat5:30p.m.,andenjoy afun,stress-freepaintingofabeautiful abstractpaintingofaflowergarden.Inthis classyouwillcreateabeautifulflowergardenusingbubblewrap,andyouwillcustomizeyourpaintingal ongthewayby choosingyourcolorpalette.CindyStrouse teachesarttostudentsatlocalschools,libraries,communities,andattheArt LeagueofOceanCity.Shecurrently teachespourpaintingtoadultsattheArt LeagueofOceanCityandadultsandchildrenatFrankford&SelbyvilleLibraries. Registrationisrequired.Call(302)7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

August15

CraftsforAges10-17— Getoutofthehot sunandchooseonecraftprojecttomake

fromavarietyofoptionsatSouthCoastal Libraryat1p.m.Free,allmaterialsprovided.Forages10-17.RegistrationRecommended,butwalk-insacceptedifspace allows.Registerat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary everyThursdayat11a.m.foraBabyBees story-timeforchildren,ages0-24months, andtheircaregivers, topromoteearlyliteracy.Comelistentostories,songs,andengagewithotherbabies.StoryTimeis currentlyheldinthelibrary.Registrationis required.Youcansignuponlinebyvisiting usatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall302-7329351.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

PassporttoFun— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.forauniquestory-timethat goesalongwithoursummerreadingtheme: AdventureBeginsatYourL ibrary.Eachweek we’lllearnaboutanewcountryandtheirculture.Ages5-10Thursdaysat1p.m.StorytimeiscurrentlyheldintheLibrary. Registrationisrequired.Youcansignuponlinebyvisitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.or Call302-732-9351.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

AdultGames— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary’sgrowinggroupofpatronstoplay gamesinourCommunityRoomeveryThursdayat1p.m.,suchasdo minoes,Scrabble, andcardgames!Call302-732-9351orvisit

themonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Finduson FB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

Butterflies&Blooms— Therewillbeafree Butterflies&BloomsClassatDelaware BotanicGardensfrom9:30to10:30a.m.. TrainedDBGDocentsteachyouaboutthe life-cycleandhabitatsforbutterflies.Then, takeaguidedgardentourtoobservebutterfliesandrecordyourobservations.Thisisa fa mily-friendlyclass.Membersareadmitted freeandnon-memberspaya$15admission fee.Children16andunderareadmittedfree, whenaccompaniedbyanadult.Mustmake classreservationsbygoingtoonlineto delawaregardens.org/events.

August16

CinemaUndertheStars— FenwickFlicks MoviesontheBeachwillfeatureFinding Nemo.Theraindatewillbethefollowing day.Kickofftheeveningat8p.m.with fun-filledgameshostedbytheTown’slifeguards.Moviesbegina tdusk.Participants shouldbringblanketsandbeachchairsfor thiseveningofcommunity,connectionand summerfun.

BlockParty— SalemChurchishosting theirMonthlyBlockPartyfrom6to8p.m. Therewillbefood,outdoorgamesand more.Thisisafree,family-friendlyevent. Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat sumc.comorcall(302)436-8412.

WorshipontheLawn— Millsboro’sThe Journey,255WilsonHighway,willhold WorshipontheLawnat6p.m.,anevening ofpra iseandworship.

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10–17canstopbytheSouthCoastalLibrarytopickupacraftkittomakeacolorfulwindowcling.Free,availablethrough Aug.22whilesupplieslast.Youthmust pickupkitsthemselves.SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us PercyJacksonTrivia— CelebratePercy Jackson'sBirthdaybyplayingPercyJacksonTeamTriviaat2p.m.—withprizesfor winningteammembersandcupcakesfor allplayers!Gamestakeplac eatTheMillvilleBoardwalk(35287AtlanticAve,Millville,DE19967)Prizesgenerously discountedbyTheMillvilleBoardwalkand paidforbytheFriendsoftheSouth CoastalLibrary.Ages9–11 (parent/guardianmustbepresent)willplay from2–2:45p.m.,andages12–17will playfrom3–3:45p.m.(Incaseofinclementweather,thiseventwillmoveto thelibrary,andyouwillbenotified.)Registrationisrequiredandavailableat

https://southcoastal.lib.de.us. Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Free,hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930302-858-5518

August17

ChickenShack— TheVFWChickenShack isupandrunningeverySaturdaythrough LaborDayweekend,attheNationalGuard trainingsiteonRoute1from8:30a.m.to 3p.m.,rainorshine.Themenuisonehalf BBQchickenwithabagofpotatochipsfor $10,withassortedsoftdrinksandbottled wateravailablefor$1each.

SelbyvilleMuseum— Th eSelbyvilleMuseumisopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m.onthe thirdSaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober.VariousrailroadandTownartifactsdatingbacktotheearliestagriculturaldaysof thetownareondisplay,alongwithpolice memorabiliathroughthelate20thCentury. Themuseumislocatedat6RailroadAvenue.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat selbyville.delaware.gov.

YardSale— RoxanaUnitedMethodistChurch

ishavingitsyearlyya rdsalefrom8a.m.to 1p.m.Therewillbescrapplesandwiches forbreakfast,andhotdogsforlunch.The eventtakesplacerainorshine.

August19

ZumbaClass— FrankfordPublicLibraryis hostingaZumbaClassat10:30a.m.every MondayinJuly.Registrationisrequired.To register,visitfrankford.lib.de.usorcall themat(302)732-9351.

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryeveryMondayat11 a.m.forstorytellingandsongsattheParsonsFarmspav ilion.ThisStorytimeisopen toallages.Weatherpermitting,anycancellationswillbepostedonFrankfordPublicLibrary'sFacebookpage.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.foratimeofknitting andcrocheting!Alllevelsarewelcometo attend.Call302-732-9351orvisituson-

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GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Ideal forbeginners,seniors,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-i nch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetonto theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationopensat12p.m.onAug.5andis availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling(302)858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insonlyacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

Adam Ksebe for details (c) 302-864-8643

ExploreanEstuary— MaddieFox,EnvironmentalEducatio nSpecialistwiththeCenterfortheInlandBays,willpresentan educationalprogramsuitableforadults andyoungeradultsatSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Learnallaboutestuaries andtheirimportancetowater,wildlifeand ourwayoflife!Thisprogramwillfocuson howestuariesactascriticalbuffersand helpreducepollutionandfloodingallwhile providinghabitatforspeciessuchas horseshoecrabsanddiamondbackterrapins!Registrationisencouragedand availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorby phoneat302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE

August20

PAWSforPeople— Readaloudtoafurry, friendlytherapycompaniontohelpinspirea loveofreadingatFrankfordPublicLibraryat 4p.m.OfferedbyPAWSforPeople.Registrationrequired.Readersofallagesandstages arewelcome.PAWSiscurrentlyheldatthe library.Call302-732-9351orvisitusonline atfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

YogaforKids— JoinBrookeRodriguez,acertifiedyogainstructorwithR.O.O.T.S.Youth Development,forafunandactivechildren's yogaprogramatEvan'sParkinMillvilleat 10:30a.m.!Thisprogramisdesignedfor childrenages6-11.Someyogamatswillbe available,butwerecommendbringingyour ownorabeachtoweljustincase.Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoa stal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.SponsorededbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE. iPadandAppleUsersGroupMeeting— iPad,iPhoneandotherAppledeviceusers ofallskilllevelsarewelcometoattendthis supportgroup.Usersmeettodiscussnew features,sharetips,andaskquestions.AttendinpersonorviaZoom.Registrationis requiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat302-8585518.HostedbytheSouthCoasta lLibrary, BethanyBeach,DE

DIYYarnBannerCraft— JoinRachelfora funandeasyDIYyarnbannercraftat SouthCoastalLibraryat2:30p.m!Wewill learnaboutCreativebug,afreeonlinearts &craftsresource,broughttoyoubythe FriendsoftheSouthCoastalLibrary,aswe havefunandcreateastylishyarnbanner

Fisherandherhusband,Mark,had grown,andtheybegantravelingand vacationingtogetherwithalloftheir grandchildren,toTennesseeand Cancun.Powellwillberemembered forhisloveofSussexCounty,animals,hiscowboyboots,hishairand, mostimportantly,hisdevotiontohis family.

Inadditiontohisparents,Powell wasprecededindeathbyhisdaughter,ChelseaPowell.Heissurvivedby ason,JasonPowellofFrankford, Del.;adaughter,MelaniePetriand herhusband,Charles,ofDagsboro, Del.;twosisters,LisaPowellandher significantother,JeffO’Brien,of Dagsboro,andLoriColleyandher husband,John,alsoofDagsboro;his formerwife,JanetFisherandher husband,Mark,ofFrankford;11 grandchildren;andseveralniecesand nephews.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldat noononThursday,Aug.8,2024,at theOceanViewChapelofMelson FuneralServices,38040Muddy NeckRoad,OceanView,Del.,where friendsandfamilymaycallafter11 a.m.Intermentwillfollowat Mariner’sBethelCemeteryinOcean View.Condolencesmaybesentby visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

ArthurClarenceTruitt,93

ArthurClarenceTruitt,93,passed awayonJuly29,2024,withhis daughterbyhisside.BorninMillsboro,Del.,onMay4,1931,hewas thesonofthelateWilliamandMary Truitt.

Truittspenthisentirelifein Millsboro.HeattendedMillsboro HighSchoolbeforeenteringtheU.S. AirForce.AfterhishonorabledischargefromtheAirForcein1953, heservedintheAirForceReserves until1958.Onceoutofthemilitary, heworkedfortheStateofDelaware asanelectricianattheStockleyCenterinGeorgetown,Del.

Heenjoyedbowling,woodworking,makingclocks,travelingwithhis wife,andcampingwithfamilyand friends.Hecouldfixanythingand lovedto“tinker”inhisworkshop.He enjoyedtargetshootingandhunting inhisyoungeryears.HewasamemberofCarey’sChurchinMillsboro. Hewasalifetimememberofthe VFWandapastcommanderof VFWPost7422.Hewasalsoa memberoftheNRA.Helovedthe Americanflag,andoneflewinhis yardateveryhousehelivedin.

Truittwasprecededindeathby hiswifeof65years,HelenM.Truitt; daughterCindyRobinson;son-inlawManaenRobinson;sistersJean HudsonandElizabethRayner;and brotherWilliamTruitt.Heissur-

vivedbyhisdaughter,BonnieVanBuskirk(andEdgarPalmer)of Florida;threegrandchildren,Joshua VanBuskirkofCalifornia,Chelsea VanBuskirkofEnglandandBrianna VanBuskirkofColorado;twobrothers,Virgil(andCharlene)Truittand MelvinTruitt;asister-in-law,Wilma Graham(andBruce);andmany niecesandnephews.

Afuneralserviceandcelebration ofTruitt’slifewillbeheldonMonday,Aug.5,2024,atnoon,atWatson FuneralHome&Crematorium,211 S.WashingtonStreet,Millsboro, Del.,wherefriendsmaycallbeginningat11a.m.Intermentwithmilitaryhonorswillimmediatelyfollow atCarey’sCemetery,ConawayRoad, Millsboro.Thoseunabletoattend theservicesinpersonarebeinginvitedtojointheservicesvia livestreamat http://www.watsonfh.com/obituaries/permalink/11461734/LTWebcast. Inlieuofflowers,donationscanbe madetoCarey’sChurch,c/o JosephineDorey,22750Carey’s CampRd,Millsboro,DE19966. Truitt’slifememorialwebpageisonlineatwww.watsonfuneralhome.com.

CharlesEdmundWalker,61 CharlesEdmundWalker,61,departedthislifeonJuly26,2024,at hisbirthplaceinElkton,Md.Hewas borntothelateJohnWalkerand

CynthiaMarie(Cobourn)Walkeron June5,1963.Hespenthischildhood andearlyadulthoodinNewark,Del. Hewasatrueartisan,owningand operatingCharlie’sSpa&PoolService.Tothosewhoknewhim,hewas ajackofalltrades—anadeptfixer andbuilder,leavingalastingimprint ofhishandiworkinmanytreasured projects.Anoutdoorenthusiast,he enjoyedhunting,fishingandracing. Herelishedthetimesspentbehind thewheelofhisclassicCamaro.An ardentgrillerandcook,hefoundjoy inflavorsandfellowship,andwas oftenthelifeoftheparty,drawing peopleinwithhisinfectioussenseof humor.

Hispresencewasabeaconoflight andlaughterinthelivesofallwho hadthepleasureofknowinghim. Hispassingleavesbehindalegacyof joy,atreasuretroveofstoriesandthe enduringloveofhisextensivefamily. Hiswasalifewell-livedandthoroughlycherished.

Walkerislovinglyrememberedby hisdevotedwife,Jeanine,withwhom hebuiltalifetimeofcherishedmemories.Heissurvivedbyhiswife;and histhreechildren,RachelJonesof Millsboro,Del.,CharlesYeatmanof Newark,Del.,andAngelaGifford, alsoofNewark;hissixsiblings,ValerieWard,ConstanceWood,April Joseph(andJames),RobertWalker, StephenWalkerandReginaRearic

(andDavid);andhissevengrandchildren,ShaneJones,Josephine Jones,AltonMiller,NaomiYeatman, NialahBowers,AndreBowersand DavonBowers;aswellassixgreatgrandchildren.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldon Tuesday,Aug.6,2024,at11a.m.,at WatsonFuneralHome&Crematorium,211S.WashingtonStreet, Millsboro,Del.IntermentwillimmediatelyfollowatCarey’sCemetery,ConawayRoad,Millsboro,Del. Walker’slifememorialisonlineat www.watsonfh.com.

PatrickKevin‘Pat’Walsh,82 PatrickKevin“Pat”Walsh,82, belovedhusbandof44yearsto DeniseYvetteLevitine,passedon July27,2024,atDelawareHospice, after11yearsofretirementlivingin OceanView,Del.Hewasbornto JeanandEdwardWalshonMay24, 1942,andraisedinSilverSpring, Md.

BeforemovingtoOceanView,he wasabelovedcitizenofthetownof Laurel,Md.,wherehewasknownas “Mr.MainStreet.”Despiteaninabilitytotypeortostomachcoffee,he ownedatypewritersalesandrepair shop,andthen,withDenise,hewas theownerofaverypopularcoffee shop.Hiscoffeeshopwasdescribed

$1,595.

as“SomethingSpecial.”Itwasthe Floyd’sBarbershopofLaurel,where onecouldrubelbowswitheveryone fromlocallawenforcementtopoliticianstocelebritiestoNFLexecutives.DuringhisdecadesonMain Street,hewasinstrumentalinorganizingtheMainStreetFestival,servingonceasgrandmarshal.

HewasamemberoftheCivitan Clubandaco-founderofthelandlockedLaurelYachtClub,wherehe wasdescribedasPIERless.Ifone

didn’tseehimonMainStreet,one couldalwayscatchhisalter-ego,Biff Niedamier,onLaurelCableAccess. Aftersellinghisbusiness,ratherthan retire,hejoinedtheLaurelpolice auxiliaryandwasacodeenforcement officer,wherehewentfromplaying theroleofFloydtheBarbertoBarneyFife.

Uponretirement,despitehiscommitmenttoavoidingallthingsassociatedwithsand,sunandsurf,Walsh movedtotheDelawareshore,outof anabundanceofloveforDenise.He wasanactivepartoftheSouthamptoncommunity,wherehewasanimportantpartoftheSocialCommittee

andamemberoftheSouthampton ROMEOs(RetiredOldMenEating Out).Hissemi-privatebourbonbar wasapopularlocalwateringhole, oftenimitatedbutneverduplicated. Itwasaplacewherestoriesand laughterweresharedoverone’sdrink ofchoice,butithadbetterbebourbon!

“Ifyoueverhadtheopportunity tojoinhimforabackpackingtrip, wehopeyourememberedtopack yourumbrella!Eventhoughyou weremiserableandwet,youcouldbe sureyou’dbeforcedtorelivethemomentoverandoverashe,nodoubt, captureditonfilm.Ifhewasn’tpho-

tographingoutinnature,youmight runintohimatFrenchQuarterFest inNOLAwherehewasanofficial photographer,orcapturinglighthousesinMaineandcityscapesin Paris.And,ifyouwerereally,really lucky,andPat”Trick” TheMagician madeanappearance,youhadaquarterpulledoutofyourear.Somehow everythingPatdidhadawayof beingmagical.”

Hewashumble,kind,funnyand resilient.Hewaslovedbyeveryone whoknewhimandwillbemissed. Hisfamilyandhiscommunitywill mournhisloss,butitwilltakeyears todrinkallthebourbonheleftbehind!

Walshwasprecededindeathby hisbrotherDennisWalshandsister MaryWalsh.Heissurvivedbyhis brotherMichaelWalsh(andMary Anne);sisterPeggyMay(andRay); daughtersSueHopewell(and Richard)andSharonBlackstock; sonsDarinWalsh(andJennifer)and TedLevitine-Walsh(andDanielle); andgrandchildrenPatrick,Brad, Adam,Dylan,KateandElena.

Inlieuofflowers,thefamilysuggestedpeopleconsiderdonatingto EasterSealsDelawareandMaryland’sEasternShore,ortothe Alzheimer’sAssociationat https://www.alz.org/.Condolences canbesentonlineatwww.melsonfuneralservices.com.

youcandisplayinyourofficeorhome.All materialsareprovidedwithavarietyof yarnsizesandcolorsavailable.Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphone at302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE

August21

MahjongClub— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.fortheirMahjongClubfor casualplaythroughoutthesummer!Registrationisnotrequired,butpriorplaying experienceisprefer red.Call302-7329351orvisitthemonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

Hooks&NeedlesatNight— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat5:30p.m.foratime ofknittingandcrochetingintheevening! Alllevelsarewelcometoattend.NoReg-

istrationisrequired.Call(302)732-9351 orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary. Vid eoGameNight— Comehangoutand playsomevideogamesatFrankfordPublic Libraryat5p.m.We'vegotPS5,Nintendo Switch,andRetroConsoles.Ages12and Up.Parentsarewelcometoplayaswell! RegistrationRequired.Call302-732-9351 orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary. StoryTimeDanceParty— AHouselFun& FitnessDancePartyisaninteractiveand engagingshowwithsomeofyourfavorite ch oreographeddancesandnewones,too! SouthCoastalLibrarywillhostoneat 10:30a.m.Participantswillbemovingand groovingtoexcitingsongsandfollowing alongwithsimplesteps.Alldancesare teacher-led,age-appropriate,andincludea lotofpropsandsurprises!Weeventryto gettheadultsmoving!Joininonthefun anddancethetimeawaywithus.Free,for childrenandfamilies.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE302-

858-5518https://southc oastal.lib.de.us AskaMasterGardener— Havequestions aboutgardening?StopbySouthCoastal LibraryonAug.21from11a.m.to1p.m. tohaveyourquestionsansweredforfree byaSussexCountyMasterGardener. Learnaboutresourcesavailablethrough theUniversityofDelawareCooperativeExtensionsuchastheGardenHelpline,ASK Extension,SoilTestingandtheMasterGardenerDemonstrationGarden.Bringphotos orsamplesofyourproblemplants;soiltest kitswil lbeavailable.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE302858-5518https://southcoastal.lib.de.us BoardGamesforAges10-17— Takea beachbreakandplayboardgamesincool airconditioningatSouthCoastalLibraryat 1p.m.Bringyourfriendsandmakenew ones!Tonsofgamesavailable(including newones),butfeelfreetobringyourfavoriteifyouwish.Free,lightsnacksand gamesprovided.Forages10-17.RegistrationRecommended,butwalk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Registerat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth

CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

OldTimeMusic/Folk— Baltimore-based father-sonmusicalduo,KenandBrad Kolodner,willsharethesoundsandhistory of“OldTime”music,whichhasbeendescribedas“stringband”musicsincethe 1920’s,butactuallyhasamuchlonger history,atSouthCoastalLibraryat5:45 p.m.Thestyleorigi natedbyfusingtraditionalmusicoftheBritishIslesandAfrica, laterincorporatingelementsofblues,ragtime,andBluegrass.TheKolodnerswill performonclawhammerbanjo,gourd banjo,hammeredmbira,twinfiddles, hammereddulcimer,guitarandvocals. Free,RegistrationRecommended,but walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Registerathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, Betha nyBeach,DE19930

August22

AdultGames— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary’sgrowinggroupofpatronstoplay gamesinourCommunityRoomeveryThursdayat1p.m.,suchasdominoes,Scrabble, andcardgames!Call302-732-9351orvisit themonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Finduson FB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

LEGOClub— Callingallbuilders!Whether newtoLegosoraMasterBuilder,joinFrankfordPublicLibraryat4p.m.toengageyour im aginationandbuildyourlatestLegocreation!Thisprogramisforages6andup. Call(302)732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

SummerAbundance— DelawareBotanic GardenswillhostafreeSummerAbundance WoodlandsTourfrom11:30a.m.to12:30 p.m..JoinDBGNaturalistandTreeExpert, ElizabethRives,asshedescribesthewoodlandsecology.Membersareadmittedfree andnon -memberspaya$15admissionfee. Children16andunderareadmittedfree, whenaccompaniedbyanadult.Mustmake tourreservationsbygoingonlineto delawaregardens.org/events.

Canning101— JoinKathleenSpane,withthe UniversityofDelawareCooperativeExtension,foratwo-hourclassoncanningbasics atSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Isyour summergardenoverflowingwithbeautiful produce?Doyoulovetoshopatorchardsfor sweet,juicyfruitandfarmersmarke tspiled highwithseasonalvegetables?Ifpracticed properlycanningisanimportant,safe methodoffoodpreservationtosavesummer'sbounty.Thisintroductorytrainingwill reviewthebasicstepsofhomefoodpreservationbywaterbathcanning.Free,RegistrationRecommended,butwalk-insacceptedif spaceallows.Registerathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

August23

CraftKitsforAges10-17— Youthages 10–17canstopbytheSouthCoastalLibrarytopickupakittodecorateandassembleasetofwindchimes.(Allmaterials provided.)Free,availablethroughAugust 29whilesupplieslast.Youthmustpickup kitsthemselves.SouthCoastalLibrary,43

KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us ChillOutMatineeforAges10-17— Enjoy afreeadventuremovieonSouthCoastal Library’sbigscreenwithfreeicecreamor Italianiceat1p.m.Callorvisitthelibrary formovietitle.Forages10–17,Registrationrecommendedat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

August24

ChickenShack— TheVFWChickenShack isupandrunningeverySaturdaythrough LaborDayweekend,attheNationalGuard trainingsiteonRoute1from8:30a.m.to 3p.m.,rainorshine.Themenuisonehalf BBQchickenwithabagofpotatochipsfor $10,withassortedsoftdrinksandbottled wateravailablefor$1each.

BacktoSchoolFun— TheFrankfordPublicLibraryisexcitedtoannounceourannualBack-to-SchoolSuppliesDrive.By providingbackpacks,pencils,crayons, notebooks,andotheressential items,we strivetoensurethateverychildstartsthe schoolyearwiththetoolstheyneedto succeed.ParentsandGuardianscancome grabsuppliesbetween10a.m.and2p.m. whilesupplieslast.Childrenandfamilies arewelcometohangoutsideanddecorate oursidewalkswithchalkaswell.Materials andjuiceprovided.Call(302)732-9351 orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

August25

TheItzels— TheItzelswillperformatSt. MatthewsBytheSeaat8:30and10:45 a.m.,andat7p.m.Thereisnocharge, butaloveofferingwillbereceived.

August26

ZumbaClass— FrankfordPublicLibraryis hostingaZumbaClassat10:30a.m. everyMondayinJuly.Registrationisrequired.Toregister,visitfrankford.lib.de.us orcallthemat(302)732-9351.

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryeveryMondayat11 a.m.forstorytellingandsongsattheParson sFarmspavilion.ThisStorytimeis opentoallages.Weatherpermitting,any cancellationswillbepostedonFrankford PublicLibrary'sFacebookpage.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.foratimeofknitting andcrocheting!Alllevelsarewelcometo attend.Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford .lib.de.us.Instagram @frankfordlibrary.

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Ideal forbeginners,seniors,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength,

balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecomm ends4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetonto theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationopensat12p.m.onAug.5andis availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling(302)858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insonlyacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

MovieontheBeach— Inpartnershipwith thetownof BethanyBeach,theSouth CoastalLibraryissponsoringtheshowing ofLyle,Lyle,CrocodileonBethanyBeach at8p.m.Visithttps://www.townofbethanybeach.com/396/Movies-on-the-Beachfor moreinformation.

August27

PAWSforReading— Well-trainedteamsof dogs&ownersprovideasupportiveand funwayforkidstogainconfidencein readingaloudatSouthCoastalLibraryat 4p.m.Childrenreadfor15minutesand maybringtheirownbookiftheywish. Ages5-plus.Must call(302)858-5518to register.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

August28

MahjongClub— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.fortheirMahjongClubfor casualplaythroughoutthesummer!Registrationisnotrequired,butpriorplaying experienceispreferred.Call302-7329351orvisitthemonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

Hooks&NeedlesatNight— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat5:30p.m.foratime ofknittingandcrochetingintheevening! Alllevelsarewelcometoattend.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call(302)732-9351 orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

BacktoSchoolStoryTime— Joinusfor StoryTimeatSouthCoastalLibraryat 10:30a.m.!Thisisagreatopportunityto engageyourinfant –age5childinearlyliteracypracticesaswellasgettoknow otherfamiliesinthearea.Noregistration required,butparentsmustaccompany children.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930302-858-5518https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

TrueCrimeAuthorEvent— Award-winningauthorandnewspaperreporterBruce E.Mowdaywillpresentthecrimesofthe Johnstonbrothers,asetofbrothersconvictedofmassandserialmurders inthe PAandDEregion,atSouthCoastalLibrary at2p.m.(TheHollywoodmovie,AtClose Range,starringChristopherWalkenand SeanPenn,wasbasedontheJohnston Brotherscase.)Mr.Mowdayhaswritten3 bookscoveringthemurders:Jailingthe JohnstonGang,StealingWyeth,andSmall TownCopsintheCrosshairs.Free,Registrationisappreciatedandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43Kent Avenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

ChartermembersofSouthCoastalDEAARPChapterinclude:(seated)DottieRieckand(standingfromlefttoright)DottieMcGovern,BobShaeffer,ShirleyPriceandJanShaeffer.OtherswhojoinedthelocalAARPchapteratitsfounding25yearsagoand arestillmembersareLeeandRobertaShoff,BeverlyDaleckiandLeonandGeorgieCalabrese.

SouthCoastalDelawareAARPChapter#5226wasrecentlyhonoredfor25 yearsofservicetothecommunity.AARP, thenationalorganizationwithitshead-

quartersinWashington,D.C.,recognized thegroup,whichwasstartedinthefallof 1998.TheAARPchapter’sprogramyear beginsinSeptember,includingduringthe

yearmanyserviceopportunitiesandhostingitsArtisan’sFairinOceanView. AARPCEOJoAnnJenkinssenta congratulatorylettertothelocalchapter.A

plaquewassenttothechapter,stating,“In appreciationandrecognitionof25yearsof servicetoAARP,itsmembersandthe community,andthischapter’scommitmenttotheAARPmotto,‘ToServe,Not ToBeServed.’”

ThechapteristhelargestinDelaware andoneofthelargestintheUnitedStates, with360currentmembers.WhileAARP standsforAmericanAssociationofRetiredPersons,onedoesnothavetoberetiredtojoin.Theonlyrequirementsfor membershipinthelocalchapteristobe 50orolderandtopaymembershipduesin thenationalorganization.

Oftheoriginal215chartermembers from1999,10arestillmemberstoday. TheyareLeonandGeorgieCalabrese, BeverlyDalecki,DorothyMcGovern, ShirleyPrice,DorothyRieck,Robert “Bob”ShaefferandJanShaeffer,andE. LeeandRobertaShoff.

Thechapterhasseveralareasofemphasis,accordingtoIdaCrist:

•CommunityService—Headedby KathyLesperance,theCommunityServiceCommitteecollectsfoodforareafood banks,providescoatsandotherwinteraccessoriesforstudentsatJohnM.Clayton ElementarySchool,andatChristmastime providesgiftsforseniorswhoseactivityis limited.

•Legislative&EnvironmentalCommittee—Thiscommittee,whosechairpersonisTedSpickler,monitorsand advocatesforlegislationatthestatelevel thatisbeneficialtothose50orolder.Currentissuesincludegift-cardfraudlegislationandtheSharetheCareAct,which allowsfamilymemberstogivepermission tonon-familycaregiverstoadminister medicationstoarelativewhoisunableto makemedicationdecisions.

•Scholarship—Thechaptergivestwo $1,500scholarshipstoIndianRiverHigh Schoolseniorsandthreescholarshipsto adultstudentsatDelawareTechnical CommunityCollege.EligibleDelTech studentsare25orolderandmustberesidentsofSussexCounty.Theyaregenerally studentswhowerenotabletogotocollegeimmediatelyafterhighschoolbutare nowpursuingacollegedegree.Two $1,000scholarshipsareawardedtoDel Technursingstudentsandone$500 scholarshiptoanon-nursingDelTech studenteachsemester.

TheScholarshipFundwasstartedin 2008.FoundingmemberswereIone Phillips,whonowlivesinOhio,Shirley Price,andBobandJanShaeffer,whoare stillmembers.PriceandCristarethecurrentco-chairsoftheScholarshipCommittee.ScholarshipstoIRHSstudentsbegan in2008,andDelTechwasaddedin2012. Todate,$87,500hasbeenawardedin scholarships.

ThemainfundraiseroftheScholarship CommitteeistheArtisansFairheldthe SaturdayofMemorialDayweekendeach year.Startedin2008,thisyear’sfairwas

HaileyMackwinsIRclassscholarshipaward

ByMikeSmith StaffReporter

TheClassof1987ScholarshipFund Winnerfor2024isHaileyMack.The volunteergrantfundismanagedby LoriSmythofBethanyBeachandby DeviEnerio-Ellant,whoservedasclass president.

“Thisisonlythesecondyearwe wereabletogiveoutagenerous$1,000 scholarshipforadeservingseniorat IRHS,”saidEnerio-Ellant.“Allfunds aredonatedbythealumnioftheClass of1987.”

MackwillattendtheUniversityof Delawareandplanstopursueafiveyeardual-degreeincivilengineering andarchitecture.Shehopestoworkfor acivilengineeringanddesignfirm.

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May14.Nofairswereheldin2020,2021 and2022becauseofCOVID.Therewere 68artisanandfarm-marketexhibitorsat thisyear’sfair,aswellastwofoodtrucks.

•Tours—Thetourcommittee,chaired byJimHarding,sponsorsovernightand daytripsformembersandtheirguests. Earlierthissummer,thegroupwenttoSt.

AugustineandAmeliaIslandinFlorida, andJekyllIslandinGeorgia.

OthertripsthisyeararetoCastlesof NewYorkandLakeGeorge,N.Y.;aday triptotheAirMobilityCommandMuseumandtheJohnDickinsonPlantation, plusa9/11ceremonyonSept.11;atripto SouthDakotaforabuffaloround-up,a touroftheBlackHillsandBadlands,and otherlocalsites;aChesapeakeBayRiver CruiseinOctober;atriptotheSmoky MountainsinNovember;andatripto

LancasterinDecembertoseethemusical “Daniel”atSight&SoundTheater.Abig tripplannedfor2025istheAlbuquerque InternationalBalloonFiesta.

•Chorus—Underthedirectionof AnnJaeger,theSingersofNotechorus, startedin2000,performsconcertsat Christmastimeandinthespringat churches,communitycentersandother venues.The35-memberchoruspractices eachWednesdayfrom10a.m.tonoonat OceanViewPresbyterianChurch,from

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HaileyMackistheClassof1987ScholarshipsFund’swinnerfor2024.Mackwas awardeda$1,000scholarshipbytheorganization.

Mackwasconsistentlynamedtothe IRHSHonorRollforhergradesand hasbeenveryactivewiththeFuture FarmersofAmericachapteratthehigh school,placingsecondlastyearinan FFAspeakingcompetition.

lateSeptemberthroughDecemberand FebruarythroughMay.

•Membermeetings—Luncheon meetingsareheldthethirdTuesdayofthe monthatCrippleCreekGolf&Country Club,fromSeptemberthroughJune.

•BoardofDirectorsmeetings— Meetingsofthechapter’sBoardofDirectorsareheldthesecondTuesdayofthe month,SeptemberthroughJune,atthe JohnWestMunicipalBuildinginOcean View.

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The Breakfast Club (60) AMC 7 p.m.

Don’t you forget about the ‘80s, as this classic John Hughes flick, starring Emilio Estevez, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald, airs during a marathon of coming-of-age films from the decade, including “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” “The Outsiders” and more.

20/20 (7) WMDT 9 p.m.

For hosts David Muir and Deborah Roberts, no story is off the table. From true crime to celebrity scandals, the duo explores the biggest stories enrapturing North America with the help of correspondents Juju Chang, John Quinones and Diane Sawyer.

SATURDAY

2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame

Enshrinement Ceremony (28) ESPN 12 p.m.

Their days of causing anxiety on the gridiron may be behind them, but their names still reverberate as legends. In this enshrinement ceremony, the likes of Dwight Freeney, Randy Gradishar, Julius Peppers, and others enter the halls in Canton, Ohio.

UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov (7) WMDT 3 p.m.

As Elton John once sang, “Saturday night’s alright for fighting.” Live from the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov main event an exciting night of intense fights, including Nick Diaz’s first bout in three years.

SUNDAY

Miss USA 2024 (3) CW 8 p.m.

Live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, the 73rd edition of this beauty pageant sees 51 women compete to be crowned the successor to 2023 winner, Savannah Gankiewicz of Hawaii. This is the first year that any adult woman can compete in the pageant.

Alex vs America (43) FOOD 9 p.m.

It’s a seafood bonanza in the latest episode of this food competition show as three lobster specialists step up to challenge superstar chef Alex Guarnaschelli for a chance at $15,000. Will their expertise be enough to beat Alex? Eric Adjepong hosts.

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Wars: Force Awakens (21) FX (5:30) <+++ Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle ('17) <++ Jumanji: The NextLevel ('19)Kevin Hart,Dwayne Johnson. <++ Jumanji: The Next Level ('19) (22) LIFE <

TBA(N)(Live) Arena The Deep End(N) The Ultimate Fighter (N) SportsCenter (N)(Live)

SportsCenter (N) (Live) Soccer Champions Tour: Real Madrid vs. Chelsea FC(N) Little League Regional Tournament: Teams TBA(N)

Chopped Chopped (N) Bobby's Triple Threat (N) Chopped Chopped

Catch "Forged in Fury" Deadliest Catch (N) Sin City Tow (N) Sin City Tow In the Eye of the Storm

The UnXplained UnBelievbl "Bizarre Deaths" UnBelievable UnBelievbl "Superhumans" (:05) UnBelievable (:05) UnBelievable

"Lake Collision" North Woods Law "Trapped" Wardens "It's on Fire Here" Wardens of the NorthWardens "Over the Limit" Michigan Wardens

(:10) <+++ Coco ('17) Anthony Gonzalez. < Descendants ('15)Kristin Chenoweth,Dove Cameron. (:05) ZOMBIES (:35) ZOMBIES RavenRaven (50) TVLND Andy Griffith Andy Griffith Raymond Raymond RaymondRaymondRaymondRaymondRaymondRaymond KingKing (60) AMC (5:00) <+++ Enemy of the State ('98) Will Smith. <++ Bad Boys ('95)Will Smith,Tea Leoni,Martin Lawrence. <++ Bad Boys II ('03)Martin Lawrence. (61)

JessieJessie (50) TVLND Andy Griffith Andy Griffith Raymond Raymond RaymondRaymondRaymondRaymondRaymondRaymond KingKing (60) AMC (5:00) <++ Bad Boys II ('03) Will Smith, Martin Lawrence. <+++ Unstoppable ('10)Chris Pine,Denzel Washington. <++ Man on Fire ('04) Denzel Washington.

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Oly. Track and Field, Diving, Beach Volleyball: Primetime in Paris(N)(Live) News (N) (:35) Olympics

Death in Paradise Doc Martin "Departure" Ripper Street "I Need Light" Farm-HarvestConnection

Ventura: When Nature Calls ('95) Jim Carrey. <+++ My Cousin Vinny ('92)Marisa Tomei,Ralph Macchio,Joe Pesci. <+++ Dumb & Dumber ('94)Jim Carrey.

('18)Bryce Dallas Howard,Chris Pratt. <+++ Ant-Man ('15)Michael Douglas,Paul Rudd.

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MONDAY

The Bachelorette (7) WMDT 8 p.m.

Looking for love in front of a TV audience has its drawbacks. Fortunately, Bachelorette Jenn Tran seems handling her selection of eligible men just fine. But as the dates begin to narrow and the roses become fewer, will she find love?

BBQ Brawl (43) FOOD 9 p.m.

Knowing one’s way around a grill can go a long way, but becoming a BBQ master means they know secrets others do not. Team captains Bobby Flay, Sunny Anderson and Michael Voltaggio put their grillers to the test to see who can handle the heat.

61st Street (3) CW 9 p.m.

Season 2 continues with an all-new episode, in which Martha (Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor) urges the mayor’s office to put more pressure on the police. As the department starts searching for a scapegoat, however, Officer Logan (Mark O’Brien) finds himself stuck.

TUESDAY

Deadliest Catch (44) DISC 8 p.m.

Sig deploys tactics from the old country to zero in on the Bairdi crab motherlode. Jack earns a windfall of new quota, but it comes at the cost of drug testing his crew. Jake gets burned by his own generosity when the Aleutian Lady overstays its welcome.

The Real Housewives of Dubai (61) BRAV 9 p.m.

There’s a lot to be digested as Ayan and Lesa have a falling out over something that happened at dinner. Then, the ladies follow Sara to a spiritual moment in a Balinese jungle. And, Caroline Brooks and Taleen figure it’s time to hash some things out.

Gods of Tennis (12) WCPB 9 p.m.

In this series finale, the rivalry of two of the greatest women in Tennis during the 1980s helps make the sport a must-watch event. Then, despite dominating Wimbledon, Martina Navratilova still struggles to reach Chris Evert’s level of popularity WEDNESDAY

Finding Amelia (44) DISC 8 p.m.

Amelia Earhart and navigator Fred Noonan famously disappeared while on a 29,000-mile flight around the world in 1937. But, in 1945, a group of Australian soldiers said they found the plane in Papua New Guinea. Experts use their notes to locate the plane.

Claim to Fame (7) WMDT 9 p.m.

With $100,000 on the line, the remaining celebrity relatives will do everything in their power to keep their identity and lineage a secret. However, will it be enough to keep the other contestants from connecting the dots?

Tracker (6) WBOC 10 p.m.

Justin Hartley stars as survivalist Colter Shaw, traveling the country in his camper as he solves mysteries throughout each episode of this new series. In the midst of working through his own issues, Colter utilizes his tracking skills to find answers.

THURSDAY

Don’t Forget the Lyrics! (5) FOX (69) WTXF 8 p.m.

Niecy Nash welcomes a new crop of contestants to perform songs with the studio band. The lyrics appear on screen until they’re taken away in this high-stakes karaoke contest. If a contestant can sing nine songs correctly, they get a shot at $1 million.

Lucky 13 (7) WMDT 9 p.m.

Shaquille O’Neal and Gina Rodriguez test contestants’ knowledge with 13 true-or-false questions with a twist: just how well do they know what they know and what they don’t know. If they can predict how they’ve done, they could take home a $1 million.

Outchef’d (43) FOOD 9:30 p.m.

In his search for the GOAT, Eddie Jackson brings home cook Sejal Patel to the streets of New York City to take on world-famous chef Jet Tila in a series of challenges focused on goat meat. If street judges decide Sejal has the

goat, she wins $5,000.

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Headmitsthatheisnervous.

Heisalsoexcited,andmorethanjusta bitoptimistic.

“IrealizethatwhatI’membarkingonis significant,”saidChadZook,thenewhead coachfortheIndianRiverHighSchool girls’volleyballteam.“Ibelievethathighschoolteamsportsareagreatfoundational wayforyoungsterstoreallyunderstand whatitmeanstobeapartofateam.So,I wantittobefun,excitingandchallenging forourstudent-athletes,Iwantthemto learnandgrow.”

Zookiscomingoffasuccessful2023 season,whenheledtheIndians’juniorvarsitysquadtoninevictoriesin11decisions.

HesucceedsMarkGibson,wholedthe varsityteamtoan8-8won-lostrecordand theDIAAstateplayoffs.TheIndians’varsitysquadcapturedtheirlastfiveconsecutivematchestoreachtheDIAA tournamentforthesixthtimeinthelast sevenseasons.

ZookwillbeassistedbylongtimeIndians’volleyballmentorJayClarkandfirstyearcoachSieraJohnson,a2020IRHS graduate,whoplayedmiddlehitterforfour seasonswiththegirls’varsityteam.Her oldersister,McKenzieJohnson,teachesat SelbyvilleMiddleSchoolandisthehead coachforthegirls’volleyballsquad.

Asthenewgirls’volleyballvarsitybench boss,Zookintendstoinstillateam-first approach.“Everybodyisinthistogether, andeveryoneisimportant,”saidZook,a seventh-gradescienceteacheratSMS. “Eachrolethateveryplayerhandlesisimportant.Idon’twanttoclassifyourteamas juniorvarsityandvarsity,butastheIRHS girls’volleyballteam,”headded.“Ifeelwe’re inadividedworldasitis.Iwanttounify thesekids.Iknowmostofthemastheir teacher.Iknowtheirpersonalities,Iknow theirdrama,andIknowwhatI’mgetting into.”

Zookisa1991graduateofMilford HighSchool.Heearnedhisbachelor’sdegreeinmortuaryservicesatCincinnati CollegeinOhioandhismaster’sdegreein teachingfromtheRelayGraduateSchool ofEducation.HebeganteachingatSMS duringthe2017-2018schoolyear.

Favoringthosewhoperform hardandknowthegame

ZooknamedheadcoachofIRHSgirls’volleyballteam

CoastalPoint•MikeStern CoachChadZookhastakenthemantleoftheIndianRiverHighSchoolgirls’varsityvolleyballteam.Zooktookthehelmatthe JV levellastyear,andplanstocontinuelastyear’ssuccess.

student-athleteswhoaren’tstarperformers butaregoodteammates,playhardand haveakeenknowledgeofvolleyball,asopposedtostar-levelplayerswhoignoreor defytheteam-firstconcept.

“Whenadversitystrikes,mostofthe timethosestartypesofplayerswillbethe firstonestobeangryandpointthefinger,” saidZook.“Whenyouplayasateamand

winorloseasateam,youcometogether. Whenaweaklinkoccurs,youtrytobuild thatup,notdestroytheweaklink.That’s myphilosophy.”

Zookandhiswife,Mary,wholivein OceanView,havetwodaughters.Ellieisa 2024SussexAcademyHighSchoolgraduatewhowillbegintheSEEDSprogramin criminaljusticeatDelawareTechnical

CommunityCollegeinGeorgetownthis fall.Kari,whowillbeasophomoreat IRHS,willcompeteforaspotonthevolleyballteam.

Beforebecominganeducator,Zookwas alicensedfuneraldirectorthroughout Delawareformorethan25years.Healso providedthoseservicestotheU.S.Air ForcebaseinDover.

GuardiansbytheSea

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Onvigilantwatch.Onguard. Onthestand.Ontheirtoes.

ThatisthejobforaSea ColonyBeachPatrollifeguard from10a.m.to5:30p.m. throughJune14andfromSept.3 throughOct.14,and10a.m.to6 p.m.fromJune15throughSept. 2.

Whilevirtuallyeveryoneelse aroundthemonthebeachiscavorting,reading,sleeping,talking orjusttakinginthemagicalsalt air,theGuardiansbytheSeaare readytospringintoaction.

Evenwhilebeingcordialto those whoapproachthelifeguard stand,theyarealwaysonalert. Theireyesremainontheswimmersinthesurfevenwhilethey aresippingandchewingforsustenanceduringthelongbeach day.

Someone’slifemaybeindanger.

Andtheyaretheoneswhohave theabilitytorescueswimmersin need.

TheCoastalPointisspotlightingoneoftheseGuardiansbythe Seawithabeachlifeguardfeature storyeachweekduringtheseason.

Stayingalertonthestand

Hisstomachwasfull.

Buthewasabletostayalert onthelifeguardstand.

Heavoided“zoningout” afterreturningfromhislunch breakonasun-splashedafternoonthispastJune.

“Iwassittingwithoneofour rookielifeguards,SamBeebe,on Stand1,andtherehadbeen someripcurrentsthroughout theday,butnothingtoocrazy,”

CoastalPoint•MikeStern SCBPlifeguardEricksonBuckis thisweek’sfeaturedlifeguard inourweekly,summerlifeguard series.

recalledSeaColonyBeachPatrollifeguardEricksonBuck.“About30minutespassed,andIwasscanningthe waterwhenIheardamotheryellingfor her7-year-oldsontoreturntoshore.”

The youngsterhadbeenswimming inchest-deepwateramidstthebreaking waves.Buckimmediatelynoticedthat hewascaughtinaripcurrentand wasn’tmakinganyforwardprogress.Rip currentsarestrongandnarrow,andcan victimizeswimmerswhopanicorhave limitedwaterskills.

“Ijumpeddownfrommystandand grabbedmyrescuecan,”saidthe5-foot11Buck.“AsIwasrunningtowardthe youngster,hisheadwentunderthe water.WhenIgottohim,hewasvery shakenup.

“IassuredhimhewasOKandin goodhands,”addedBuck.“Hismother wasverythankfulthatIreachedherson soquickly.IthinkbothSamandIunderstandhowimportantitistostayon yourtoesatalltimes.”

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Fromrookietoleader:Thejourneyofalacrossestar

ByJ’SeanMatthews PointIntern

AsthesunsetsoverthefieldsofIndianRiverHighSchool,17-year-old AidanBinkopreparesforanotherpracticeinanticipationofthenextlacrosse season.Fromacuriousfreshmantoupcomingseniorleader,histaleisoneof growthanddetermination.

BorninSalisbury,Md.,andraisedin Selbyville,Binko’slacrossejourney beganwithnothingmorethanchildhoodgameswithhisdad.Littledidhe knowthatthosecasualtosseswouldbe the foundationforsomethingmuch greater.Now,ashegearsupforhissenioryearatIndianRiverHighSchool, Binkoisreflectingonacareermarked bytriumphsandchallenges.

Hisfirstyearonthelacrosseteam wasawhirlwindofexcitementandsuccess.Inhisfirstyearonvarsity,theteam hadanimpressiverecord,losingonlya fewgamesanddominatingtheSouth withease.Binko,newtoorganized lacrosse,contributedtotheteam’ssuccess,feelingthethrillofvictoryandseeing thegrowthtohisowngame.

ThispastseasontestedBinkoand histeaminwaystheyhadn’tanticipated.

“Wewouldusuallyplayamazingfor onehalfandwewouldletoffthegas. SoIguessitwasdisappointingtoknow howgoodourteamtrulywasandwhat ourrecordshows.”

Thehighsoftheirpreviousseason seemedasiftheyhadbeguntoslipaway duetoinconsistency.Althoughtheteam struggled,Binkoneverlostfocus.He sawpastthedisappointmentsandfocusedongrowthandperseverance.His roleasatwo-waymidfielderwasmore thanjustaposition—itwasaresponsibility.Hisaggressivestyleofplay broughtauniqueedgetotheteam.

“Iaddanaggressivenesstothefield thathelpsgetustoourgoalandbrings asenseofseriousnesstotheteam.Iam notabigtalkeringeneral,sowhenIdo saysomething,Ithinkitmeansmore,” saidBinko.

Hisquietnessandfewwordscarry theweightofsomeonewhocaresabout histeam’ssuccess.

Fromafreshmanwithlittletonoexperiencetoajuniorwhodoubledin pointsandrefinedskills,Binko’s progresswasevident.Heevolved,taking charge,masteringthegame,andsetting thebarforhimselfandhisteam.

“Freshmanyear,Iwalkedonthe lacrossefieldonlyeverhavingthrown theballaroundwithmydadasakid andneverplayedanyorganized lacrosse,”hesaid.“Mysophomoreyear, Icameoutandscoredahandfulof goalsandwasaprettyaverageplayeron theteam.Thisyear,Idoubledmy pointsfrom thelastseasonandwas moreincontrolofmyplay.Nextyear,I hopetocomeoutanddothesame

thinganddoublemypointsagain.This isahighgoal,butIneverthoughtthat IwouldbeanywherenearwhereIam nowwhenIstepontothelacrosse field.”

Leadingtheteamwith24goalsand sevenassistsinthe2024season,henow preparesforhisfinalseason,drivenby thedesiretofurtheradvancehisskills andreachnewgoals.

Hisgrowthwasn’tjustaresultofhis hardwork—itwasalsoshapedbythe helpandsupportofhiscoaches.

“Asanewerplayerwithalotlessexperiencethanguyswhohaveplayed theirwholelife,allofthecoacheshave beengoodwithtalkingthroughthings withmeandnottryingtoturnmeinto adifferentplayer.Theyallowedmeto playthewayInaturallydo,”saidBinko.

Hiscoachesrecognizedthepotential

andallowedhimtodevelophisnatural playingstyle,ratherthanforcinghimto followadifferentapproach.Thatencouragementandunderstandinghelped Binkoflourish,turninghimfroma novicefreshmanintoastarathlete.

Beyondthefield,lacrossetaught Binkosomecruciallessons.Hediscoveredthatlosingoftenteachesmorelessonsthanwinningdoes,andthat mindsetextendedtohistrainingin boxing.

“Yes,losingsucks.Butthatisapart ofthegame,andyougrowstronger fromlosing.Myboxingcoachrarelyallowsmetosparwithpeoplewhoare notasgoodasme,becausethebestway togetbetteristoplaypeoplewhoare betterthanyou.”

Thoseexperienceshavemoldedhis character,teachinghimresilienceand

continuousself-development.Throughouthisjourney,thesupportfrom Binko’sfamilyhasbeenacornerstone ofhismotivation,helpinghimstay groundedandfocusedonhisgoals.

“Myfamilyhasbeentoalotofmy games,andtheyalwaysgivemetheunfilteredtruthabouthowtheteamandI didduringthegame,”saidBinko,who isnowpreparingforthesenioryearof hislacrossecareerwithasenseofanticipationanddetermination.

Hisstoryinvolvesovercomingchallenges,growthandleadingwithquiet strength.Withonelastseasonahead, heisreadytogiveithisall,aimingto capoffhishighschoollacrossejourney withthesamepassionanddedication thathasdefinedhisrisefromayoung novicetoarespectedleaderonthe field.

Historicsoftballteamheadstoregionals

ByDarinJ.McCann ExecutiveEditor

LowerSussexLittleLeague hashadatonofsuccessonthe softballdiamondsovertheyears —justconsiderthisthirdstraight triptotheSeniorLeagueSoftball WorldSeriesforthe16-andyoungerteam,andthearrayof championshipbannershanging aroundthefacilityasevidence. Butthey’veneverhadan8-10year-oldgroupmakeittoEastern Regionals.

Untilthisyear.Untilthisteam.

ManagedbyHunterHolland, withcoachesBrianGottschalk andJayOwensbesidehim,this year’steamisheadingtoStaten Island,N.Y.,tostarttheirchampionshipdreamsonWednesday, July31.

Notethatthisagegroupdoes nothavea“WorldSeries,”sothis isthetopofthemountainfor them,sotospeak.LowerSussex’steam willcompeteinNewYorkagainst otherMid-Atlanticteams,andthe winnerofthatwillfaceoffagainstthe winnerofaNewEnglandbracketfor thechampionship.

CoastalPoint•Submitted LowerSussexLittleLeagueSoftball’s8-10yearoldteamisinStatenIsland,N.Y.,torepresent DelawareintheEasternRegionals.

als,”saidHolland.“Iwasn’tsurewe’d evermakeittherewiththerainthat heldusupaboutfivedayswhilewe weretryingtowinStates.”

“ItisexcitingtomakeittoRegion-

Hollandtalkedaboutthesupport he’sreceivedfromtheteamparents, andsharedthattheageofthekids

makesthistripalittlemoreexpensive, astheplayershavetostaywithparents —meaningmorehotelrooms.

“Wehavehadgreatsupportfrom ourparentsandthecommunity,”he said.“Wereallywanttothankthe communityforhelpinguswithex-

pensesandshowingustheirsupport.”

Theyarestilltryingtoraise moneyandcanacceptVenmo supporttohelpwithexpenses,at @lowersussexlittleleague.com.

Butthemostexcitingpart aboutthisteam,perHolland,is themakeupoftheplayers.

“Whathasstoodouttomethe mostaboutthisteamisthegirls’ drivetoworkhard,”hesaid. “Whenrunning,nobodywantsto belast.Wemadethemdoatryout forpositions,andsomeofthem hadtotryoutatpositionsthey hadn’tplayedbefore,andthey’ve alldoneagreatjobtomakeitfit.

“Toaddontothat,”Holland continued,“oneofthestrongest thingsaboutthisteamisthatthey learnedrealquickthatitdoesn’t matterwhoyouareorwhereyou comefrom,youwillbeheldaccountableforyouractions,just likeinlife—andthevalueof teamwork.”

TherosterincludesOliviaOwens, CharlieStarkey,MaddyGottschalk, JuliaOwens,HarperHolland,Mila Canino,AvaKnox,RaelynIreland, SkyleePerry,KoriePitts,Emma HagerandKateDorman.

IRHSboys’soccerplayerCarrollcommitstoGoldey-Beacom

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Hekepthisteammatesloose.

Whetherhedispensedahumorousonelineroranencouragingturnofphrase,he ensuredtheywerealwaysinapositiveframe ofmind.

ShaneCarrollwasalsoanimportant midfieldanddefensivecogduringhisthreeyearvarsitycareerfortheIndianRiverHigh Schoolboys’soccerteam.

CarrollhelpedtheIndianscompilean impressive34-11-6won-lost-tiedrecord. HealsoenabledtheGreen&Goldtoearn twoHenlopenConferenceSouthernDivisiontitlesandaconferencechampionship.

“Shanehadmoreenergythananyplayer onthefield,”saidcurrentheadcoachBrandt Mais,theleadassistantduringCarroll’s sophomoreseasononvarsityandthehead mentorduringhisjuniorandseniorcampaigns.“Hewastheengineforourmidfield andonthebackline.Hehadthetechnical abilitytogetforwardanddropbacktodo thedefensivedirtywork.Andhispersonalityconsistentlykepttheboysliftedand playinghard.”

“IhadthegoodfortunetocoachShane whenhewasayouthplayer,andhealways hadahighenergylevel,”saidSteveKilby, Carroll’sheadcoachatIRduringhissophomoreseason.“Hecontinuedtohavethat highenergylevelinhighschool.Hewasal-

CoastalPoint•Submitted IndianRiver’sShaneCarrollhascommittedtoplaysoccerforGoldey-Beacom.

wayslookingtohypetheteamupfor games.”

Carroll’srawabilityandhiswillingness tobeateamplayercaughttheinterestofthe Goldey-Beacommen’ssoccercoachingstaff. Hereisthecompellingstoryofhowhis hardworkandsuccessaretakinghimtothe nextlevel.

ShaneCarroll

Hometown: Millsboro

Schoolthatyouarecommittingto: Goldey-BeacomCollege,aprivateinstitutionlocatedinWilmington,Delaware.The LightningareanNCAADivisionIImemberoftheCentralAtlanticCollegiateConference

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Nameofthecoacheswhorecruitedyou: HeadcoachRyanDixonandassistants MattGoodall,EthanMaguireandChari Konomi.

Describeyourrelationshipwithyour collegecoach: “Ireallygottoknowcoach Goodallthroughoutthewholeprocess,”said Carroll.“Eachofthecoacheswerehelpful. Theycametomytravelteamgamesand werethereformewhenIneededinformation.Theyeachtookthetimetomeetwith meandanswermyquestions.”

Pleasedescribetheemotionsyouare feelingaboutyourcommitment: “Ithasalwaysbeenmygoaltoplaysoccerincollege. IwassoexcitedwhenIfoundoutthatIwas goingtobesigned.ThefirstthingIdidwas callmyfolksandletthemknow.”

Whataboutthisschoolappealstoyou? “Ilikethefactthattheschoolhassmall classes,whichmeansIwillhavetheopportunitytogettoknowmyprofessorsand peers.Thecollegealsohasacompetitive soccerprogram.”

Pleasedescribethesupportyou’vereceivedfromIRcoaches,AthleticDirector ToddFuhrmann,theadministration,etc.: “IwanttothankeveryoneatIndianRiver HighSchoolfortheirhelpandsupport throughoutmyhighschoolcareer.Ihaveal-

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waysfeltsupportedonandoffthefieldby headcoachesSteveKilbyandBrandtMais. CoachKilbymademydreamcometrue.He wastheonewhosupportedmeonandoff thefield.Hehastakenthetimeoutofhis busyscheduletoworkwithmeoverthe years.HeisthereasonwhyIlovesoccerand amabletoachievemygoals.IalsoappreciatedthehelpandsupportIreceivedfrom theassistantcoaches,suchasLukeMcCabe, MikeyMochiamandRydgeDudley.Todd Fuhrmannhasbeenthereformeoverthe pastfouryears,providingsupportandhelp whenneeded.And,mytravelteamcoach, JoshTuckeratDelawareFutballAcademy, alsohelpedmewithmysoccercareer.”

Pleasedescribethesupportyou’vereceivedfromyourfamily: “Myfamilyhasalwaysbeenverysupportiveofme.My parents,KimberlyandPatCarroll,never missedagame,andtheywerealwaysthere forme.Myentirefamilyhasbeentherefor me,includingmysistersKarleighand Kaileigh,grandparents,aunts,unclesand cousins.

Whatisyourcareergoal? “Iwouldlike toworkinthefieldoffinanceforalarge corporation.Mydreamistoliveandworkin abigmetropolislikeNewYorkCity.”

Finalthoughts: “Iamjustsoexcitedfor thisnextchapterinmylife.Ican’twaittogo awaytocollegeanddowhatIlove,whichis toplaysoccer.”

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

Hislifehasbeenarollercoaster.

SincegraduatingfromIndianRiver HighSchoolinthespringof2023,the Indians’three-sportstandouthasexperiencedthatunsettlingsensationof beingenthusiasticoneminuteand searchingfordirectionthenext.

AshtonStephensspenttheautumn ofhisfirstandonlyseasonatNCAA DivisionIItheUniversityofCharleston inWestVirginiaasaredshirtfreshman. Butalongtheway,theswift,hard-hittinglinebackerfeltasifhe’dlostsome of hisloveforfootball.

Hethenspentthespringof2024as astudentatOldDominionUniversity inNorfolk,Va.,enjoyingeverysingle momentofthatexperience.

“Ilearnedthatplayingsportsatthe collegelevelisn’teasy,physicallyor mentally,”saidStephens,whoalso playedbasketballandwasatrack-andfieldathleteinhighschool.“Idrifted mentallyandfellintoahole[at Charleston]thatIfeltwasconsuming me.”

Then,somethingprofoundoccurred. Stephensbeganengagingindeep discussionswithhisfamilymembers andclosefriends.

Thoseheartfeltexchangesofideas andongoingdialoguesenabledhimto rediscoverhissincereloveforbeingon thegridiron.Herediscoveredhisdesire toplaycollegefootball.

“Whatreallyhelpedmeweremy familymemberswhoIleanedon,and friendswhoarelikebrothersandsisters tome,”saidtheresidentofFrankford.“I talkedtothemandspenttimewith them tohelpmeweatherthisemotional stormthatIwasenduring.Itseemed thatsomeonewasalwaysthereforme, nomatterhowfarawayIwas.Ilearned

CoastalPoint•Submitted IRHSfootballalumAshtonStephens(left),whowill playcollegefootballatGardenCityCommunityCollege inKansas,assistsayoungerplayer.

thatyoushouldneverfailtoreachout tothosewhoareyourfamilyandclose friends.”

Stephensonceagainlongedtofight offoffensiveblockers,trackdownswift runningbacksandmakebone-jarring tacklesagainstshiftyreceivers.

Hebeganmakinginquiriesand foundaheadcoachwithagoodear,and aneyefortalent.

Asaresult,Stephens is transferringtoGarden CityCommunityCollegeinGardenCity, Kansas,wherehewillpatrolthelinebackerlanes forBroncbusters’head coachKiyoshiHarris, whowasnamedthe team’snewbenchbossin lateNovember.

“I’mexcitedforthis, becauseitfeelslikeI’m givingthesatisfactionof playingcollegefootball backtomyself,that youngkidwhoalways wantedtoplayatthis level,”saidthe6-foot-3 Stephens,whobulkedup from185to205pounds toplayoutsidelinebacker.“I’veworkedhard tobetheathleteIam,to buildtherightframefor playinglinebacker.Ifeel readyandconfidentin whatthenextstepisin mylife.

“CoachHarrisseems tobeacoachwho’stryingtowin,andatthe sametimehelpmeand othersgrowasmen,” Stephensadded.“Sothat motivatesmetowork evenharder.”

Akeycontributortothe IRHSgridironresurgence

Stephenswasakeycontributorto theIRHSfootballresurgence,onethat helpedtransformheadcoachPhil Townsend’sprogramintoaperennial DIAAplayoffsquad.

Stephensfinishedthe2022IRfoot-

ballseasonasaHenlopenConference FirstTeamhonoreeatdefensiveend. Herecorded55tackles,18tacklesfor lostyardage,19assistedstops,sixforced fumbles,tworecoveredbobbles,six sacks,ablockedfieldgoalattemptand threedefensivetouchdowns.Hewas alsoaSecondTeamall-conferenceselectionattailbackafterrushingfor174 yardsand2TD’s,andcatchingthree passes for136yards.

Hebroughtmorehonortohisalma materbyearningaMiniMaxwell AwardpresentedbytheMaxwellClub inPhiladelphia.Hewasnominatedfor theawardbycoachesbasedoncriteria includingfootballperformance,academicstandingandcommunityservice.

Stephensplayedlinebacker,widereceiverandrunningbackatIndianRiver. Heisathrowbacktypeofplayer,bringingastrong,silentpersonalityintothe huddle,andputtinghisheaddownand zeroing-inonrivalblockers,receivers andballcarriers.Then,hegetsbackup anddoesitagainandagain.

Hestartedonthevarsityteamin eachofhisfouryearsatIndianRiver HighSchool.

“Offensively,Ashtonreallyhitthe holehardandkepthisfeetmovingon contact,”IRheadcoachPhilTownsend saidofStephens’timeonthatsideof theline.“Defensively,heisa‘baller.’His experienceallowshimtobesoexplosive.Hedideverythinginhisabilityto improvehimselfandthefootballteam. That hasincludedsummerworkouts andleadershipatpractice.”

Hishardworkanddedicationearned StephensFirst-TeamAll-District1A honorsatdefensiveend,andThirdTeamAll-Districtatfullback.

“Ashtonhasalwaysworkedhard,and he’saprogramplayer,”addedTownsend. “Ifhecontinuestoworkhard,hewill havesuccessatGardenCity.”

Grisetalksofhissuccessandthecomingseason

ByGiovanniGuido

Goingintothe2024season,IndianRiverHighSchool’sstarting quarterback,DylanGrise,hopesto leadthefootballteamtotheDIAA playoffs,forthefourthconsecutive time.

WithGriseenteringhisjunior year,thiswillbehisfirstseason withouthisolderbrother,Austin,on thefieldwithhim.Alongwith AustinGrise,aremarkabletwo-way lineman,manyotherseniorplayers havenowsincegraduated,leavinga gapingholeinthefootballteam’s lineup.

IndianRiver’sshiftfromhavinga run-of-the-millfootballprogram thathadnotreachedthepostseason since2013toathree-consecutiveplayoff-runteamisdue,inpart,to theGrisebrothers.

WhenDylanGriseisonthefield, ballinhand,eyessearchingforthe bestpossiblereceiver,hecouldcount onhisteam—especiallyhisolder brother—tokeeptheopposing teamatbay.Itwasalwayslikethat, eversincetheywerekidsplayingin thebackyard,eversincethepre-seasontrainingcampandeversince Grisetookhisfirststepsontothat fieldasafreshman,underthoseFriday-nightlights.

TheblisteringAugustheatwasin fullforceasthefootballplayerstook tothefieldtopracticeforthe2022 season.DylanGrisewouldsoon beginhisfreshmanyearatIndian Riverandhisolderbrother,Austin, wouldbeenteringhisthirdyear. AustinGriseprovedhimselfindispensableintheprevioustwoseasons, asbothanoffensivecenteranddefensivetackle.

IRstartingquarterbackDylanGrisetalksabouthissuccessesandtheupcomingseason.

DylanGrisehadwatchedhis eldersiblingthroughoutthoseseasons,waitingforhischancetobe alongsidehim.Playingforthesame team.Competingforthesamegoal.

DylanGrisewasmadethebackup quarterback.Butitwouldnotbe longbeforehewouldgethischance toshine.

Whenthepreseasonwinded down,theregularseasonpickedup. TheIndians’firstgameofthe2022 seasonlandedonSept.9.Thegame wouldtakeplaceattheiropponent’s stadium,theiropponentbeing StephenDecatur.IRlostthegame. Theywereunabletoscoreasingle

point,whileStephenDecaturmanagedawhopping42points.

ThefollowingFriday,IRwould haveanotherawaygame,thattime againstOdessa.TheIndianswould lose,onceagainnotmanagingto scoreasinglepoint.However,that gamewouldmarkaconsiderablestep inDylanGrise’shighschoolfootball experience.

HalfwaythroughtheOdessa game,thecoachdecidedtoput DylanGrisein.Althoughnotouchdownsweremade,Grisecertainly impressedthecoachesinonewayor anotherandwasmadestartingquarterback.

IRwentontofinishtheirregular seasonwithawon-lostrecordof5-5.

Thepreviousseason,thefootball playershadhadatasteofvictory whentheyreachedtheDIAAplayoff,beforeitwastakenawayinthe semifinalsgameagainstLaurel.That tasteleftthemwantingmore,sothe playersputinthehourstomake theirreturntotheplayoffs.

ItwouldbeGrise’sfirsttimein theplayoffs,andhenoticedhowdifferentitisfromtheregularseason.

“Thereisadifferentfeeling,becauseyouareplayingforsomething

OldeTymersSoftballLeague wrapupplayinWeek13

TheOldeTymersSoftballLeague wrappedupitsWeek13gamesinvolvingathletes60orolder.Games wereplayedonTuesday,July23,and Wednesday,July24.GamesscheduledforJuly25werecanceleddueto rain.GamesareplayedattheChurch ofGodfieldsneartheintersectionof Routes113and26inDagsboro.

Herearetheresultsfromgames thatwereplayedTuesday,July23.

Exciting

•TownofSelbyville11,The OriginalGreeneTurtle5 WiththetimelyhittingoftheentireSelbyvilleteam,theywereableto getthewinoverGreeneTurtle.The standoutswereCarmenRiveraat3 for3,andMikeWaldner,BrianReichleyandJoeyWroblewski,all2for 3.ForGreeneTurtle,DonHillock was3for3.

•LogoMotive5,Warren’sStation 2

PitcherChuckKingwasCy Young-worthyinamasterfulgameas LogoMotiveknockedoffWarren’s Station.Kingwasperfectatthe plate,going3-3withadouble. GeorgeFitchhadadouble,going2 for3,asdidmidfielderRalphDavis. Late-inningdefensiveheroicsby FitchandPatSullivanmadesure therewasnocomebackforWarren’s Station.Substituteleft-fielderChris Polakowskiplayedsteady“D”while going2for2.

•B&ETire&Alignment11, AmericanLegionPost245

ForB&E,LeoKahlplayedadefensivegematthirdbasewithsixor sevenputouts.Offensively,B&Ewas ledbyAndyDiGiammowithfour hits,includingadouble.Jim Leonard,RickDuncan,PhilPickeringandTomPirring,allhadthree hitstokeepthepressureonAmericanLegion24andleadthewayto victoryforB&E.ForAmericanLegion24,RodMurphyhitathree-run bombovertheleft-fieldfence.

•CommunityBankDelaware10, TouchofItaly2

pitchedfourshutoutinnings.Joel Kleimanledtheoffensewithahit.

•AmericanLegionPost289,AtlanticOrthopaedics3

AmericanLegionPost28defeatedAtlanticOrthopaedics.Post 28wasledbytheirdefenseandan offenseinwhichall12playershadat leastonehit.Leadingthewaywas PatPanuska,withtwohits,arun scoredandthreedrivenin.Paul Litwinhadtwohits,scoredarunand droveinone,withthesamefor FrankDaly.JimWhitecontributed twohitsandscoredtwice.ForAtlanticOrtho,SteveCombshadahit andwalkanddroveintworuns.Joe Oswaldhadtwohitsandscored twice,andWallySiegfriedchippedin withtwohits.

Herearetheresultsfromgames thatwereplayedWednesday,July24.

•TouchofItaly9,TheOriginal GreeneTurtle4

TouchofItalywasledbyJim DavisandBarryMederrick,each withmultiplehits.SteveColenled TouchofItalydefensively,withmultipleputoutsincenterfield.Ken PlacekandJimFogartyhadtwohits apieceforTheOriginalGreeneTurtle.

•EdwardJonesInvestments8, AtlanticOrthopaedics6

EdwardJonesscoredtworunsin thebottomofthefifthandheldAtlanticOrthopaedicscorelessinthe finaltwoinningsforthewin.For EdwardJones,GregWard,Mike Krieg,RussBufflapandDave Lovelacehadmultiplehits.ForAtlanticOrthopaedicJoeOswald,Dave Boyajian,JohnSmartandWally Siegfriedhadmultiplehits.

•DiamondbladeTileworks9, CoastalChiropractic2

Community’spitcher,KevinMcCabe,startedoutbythrowingfour inningsofno-hitsoftball.Communityalsoturnednumerousdouble plays.Pitchinganddefenseruledthe day.MarkPotter,ButchGrover, WarrenLloyd,andJeffLevanhad multiplehitgames.TouchofItaly wasledbypitcherBobSchnurwho

TheDiamondbladesplayedtough defense,holdingCoastalChiropractictotworuns.LeadoffmanMel Taylorwas3for3forCoastalChiropractic,includingtwodoubles. KammLodgeandDennisAyres wereeach2for3forCoastalChiropractic.

Theleaguewillcontinuetoaccept newplayerregistrationsthroughout theseason.Formoreinformation, visittheOTSwebsiteat https://www.teampages.com/leagues/ 118816.

SeaColonyBeachPatrol

TheSeaColonyBeachPatroloverseeshalfamileofprivatebeachdaily fromtheweekendbeforeMemorialDay toColumbusDayinOctober.The SCBPisaUnitedStatesLifeguardAssociationAdvancedCertifiedAgency consistingof21guards,whoareeach certifiedinAmericanRedCrossLifeguarding,CPRfortheProfessional RescuerandEmergencyMedicalResponse.Eachofthesixlifeguardstands arelocatedinfrontoftheSeaColony high-risecondominiumsnearBethany Beach.

SCBPlifeguardsrespondtolandand wateremergencies,andtheyprovideinformationandeducationabouthazards inthesun,weatherandocean.SCBP beachlifeguardstraindailytoprepare foranysituationonlandorinwater, andtheyconstantlystrivetoexceed theirhighstandardsofopen-water safety.

Beingresponsibleandleading

Bucksaidhefeelsthatbeingalifeguardmeanshavingtoberesponsible andleadingothers.

“Youleadyourpatrolandenable everyonetoimprove,”hesaid.“Itake prideinmyjobbecauseitcouldmean lifeordeath.WheneverIrescuesomeoneorhelpthemwithamedicalissue,it

remindsmehowseriousthisjobcanbe.”

AccordingtoBuck,hisjobisnever easy.Hesaidalifeguardmustmaintaina highstandardofperformanceandhold everyoneonthepatrolaccountable.

“Thetoughestpartofourjobisto maintainahighlevelofalertnessallday long,especiallywhenyou’resittinginthe sunforninehours,”saidBuck.“Itcanbe draining,soit’scriticalthatyoukeep thatfocus.Anotherchallengeishaving toperformduringtheextensivetraining, andlearningallthedifferentmedical andrescueinformation.”

Buckbecamealifeguardforthe2023 seasonattheurgingofhisfriend,former SCBPguardGarrettKarres,whoisnow servingintheU.S.ArmyNational Guard.“Atfirst,Iwasreluctanttolivein Delaware,sinceI’mfromFlorida,”said

Buck,anativeofNewSmyrnaBeach.“I decidedtotrustGarrettandcomeup withhimforthesummer.Itturnedout tobeoneofmybestsummersever.

“Garrettshowedmetheropesand taughtmewhatitmeanstobealifeguard,”addedBuck.“Hehelpedguide methroughmyrookietraininglastyear. Andourcaptain,David‘G-man’Griffith isaknowledgeableguywithtonsofexperiencefromdoingthishiswholelife.”

Buck’sshort-termgoalistocomplete hiseducationattheUniversityofAlabamainTuscaloosa.Hislong-term plan istoearnhispilot’slicenseandeventuallyfollowinthefootstepsofhismother, LauraBuck,byworkingforanairlineor cargocarrier.

bigger,”Grisesaid.“Itisafeeling thatisdifficulttoexplainunlessyou havebeeninasimilarmoment.”

However,hewouldnotletnerves getthebestofhim.Justliketherest oftheteam,hewasdeterminedto win.

IRnevermadeitpastthefirst roundoftheplayoffs,pittedagainst St.ElizabethHighSchool.Witha scoreof21-32,theIndianswereout oftherunningforthestatechampions.

However,inthefaceofadversity, IRwouldonlycontinuetopersevere.

The2023seasonwouldseethe footballteamimproveevenmore thanitalreadyhad.TheIndians wouldfinishtheirregularseasonoff withawon-lostscoreof7-3.And theywouldonceagainearntheir spotintheDIAAplayoffs.

OnNov.18,2023,IRwouldhave theirfirstgameintheplayoffs,at theirownstadium,againstBrandy-

wine.Thefirstquarterwouldpass withnopointsscoredtoeitherside. Inthesecondquarter,IRwouldtake thelead,havingscoredtwotouchdownswithtwocompletedfield goals.Brandywinewouldalsoscorea 25-yardfieldgoaltogainthree points,whileIRhad14.

Afterhalftime,Brandywinewould closethegapinpointsbyscoringa touchdownandcompletingafield goal,resultinginascoreof14-10. DespiteBrandywineclosingthegap inpoints,thefourthquarterwould endwithzeropointsscoredtoeither side.Withafinalscoreof14-10,IR wouldmoveontothesemifinals.

TheiropponentwasTatnall,on Nov.25,2023,atTatnall’sstadium.

Tatnall’sfirstoffensiveplayofthe gamesawseniorRahshanLaMons makea79-yardruntothetouchdownzone,puttingtheminthelead. Notlongafter,LaMonswouldonce againmakeatouchdownfromaninterception.Alongwiththetwo touchdowns,twofieldgoalswere kickedbyTatnall’sSpenserNeidig, andbothweregood.Thefirstquarter

endedwithIRscoringzeropoints andTatnallleadingwith14.

Thefirstquarterwouldreflectthe restofthegame,withTatnallstaying intheleadandIRonlymanaging onetouchdownandfieldgoal.IR was,onceagain,outoftherunning forstatechampionships,withascore of7-28,andTatnallwouldgoonto becomeDIAA1Aclassstatechampions.

Withthe2023footballseason overandtheschoolyearfinished,all oftheseniorplayershavegraduated, andDylanGrise’solderbrother, Austin,isoneofthem.Despitethat,

thefootballteam’snewfoundsuccess hasattractedmanynewstudent-athletestojointheprogram.Withnew youngtalentjoiningeveryyear, DylanGrisehasgreatconfidencein histeamasthe2024seasoncreeps closer.

“Wehaveagreatgroupofguys whoarereadytowinsomegames,” Grisesaidsimply.

Justlikelastyear,despitehardships,Grisestillaimsforthesky.As thesummerchangestofall,thatone goalstillremainsthesame:thestate championships.

LEGALS

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY

STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947

(302)855-7875

Estate of Dee Ann Praetorius, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Dee Ann Praetorius who departed this life on June 14, 2024, late of Millville, DE were duly granted unto Jason Nordlie on July 16, 2024 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before February 14, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Jason Nordlie 23 Breezeway Ln., Ocean Pines, MD 21811

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20240726 3T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of Betty V. Littleton, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Betty V. Littleton who departed this life on June 8, 2024, late of Millsboro, DE were duly granted unto David E. Littleton on July 12, 2024 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before February 8, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator:

David E. Littleton 24122 Kent Dr., Millsboro, DE 19966

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

Manaen S. Robinson, IV, Esq. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20240726 3T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE

(302)855-7875

Estate of Philip Stinger, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Philip Stinger who departed this life on Decemebr 28, 2023, late of Ocean View, DE were duly granted unto Elizabeth Stinger on July 2, 2024 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before August 28, 2024 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor: Elizabeth Stinger 37509 Bonnie St., Ocean View, DE 19970

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

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

CP 20240719 3T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of Sylvia M. Watson a/k/a Sylvia Mae Fleshman, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Sylvia M. Watson a/k/a Sylvia Mae Fleshman who departed this life on October 17, 2023, late of Millsboro, DE were duly granted unto David Alan Wilkerson on July 2, 2024 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before June 17, 2024 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

David Alan Wilkerson

623 Clyde Ave., Fruitland, MD 21826

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY: Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20240719 3T

TOWN OF BETHANY BEACH PUBLIC NOTICE

The Bethany Beach Town Council adopted the following ordinance at its meeting held on July 19, 2024

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 530 OF THE BETHANY BEACH TOWN CODE TO ADDRESS OPEN FOR BUSINESS SIGNS

Synopsis

The ordinance amends Chapter 530 (Signs) to provide additional guidance and direction regarding Open for Business signs

Copies of the ordinance are available on the Town’s website www.townofbethanybeach.com or upon request in the office of the Town Manager, during normal business hours (Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. except on scheduled holidays), Town Hall, 214 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE.

CP 20240802 1T

LEGALS

PUBLIC NOTICE OF ANNUAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2024, FROM 12:00 NOON TO 6:00 P.M. EASTERN DAYLIGHT’S SAVINGS TIME IN THE TOWN MEETING ROOM, 214 GARFIELD PARKWAY, BETHANY BEACH, DELAWARE.

Notice is hereby given to all qualified voters of the Town of Bethany Beach, Delaware that the Annual Municipal Election will be held in said Town on Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 p.m. eastern daylight savings time, in the Town Meeting Room, 214 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, Delaware.

Four (4) Town Council Members shall be elected. There are five (5) candidates. The candidates are:

Ron Calef (resident)

Russell Evans (non-resident)

Mickey Hinman (resident)

Rich McHugh (non-resident)

Bob Rush (resident)

At least four (4) of the seven (7) members of the Town Council must be residents of the Town, but all may be residents of the Town.

Town Council terms are for a period of two years.

At said Annual Municipal Election, every person, male or female, who has attained eighteen (18) years of age, is registered under the Town’s Voter Registration ordinances, and is either: (a) a freeholder in the Town, as defined herein, for a period of 90 (ninety) days prior to the date of the election, or (b) has been a permanent, full-time resident of the Town for at least six (6) months prior to the date of the election in which he or she seeks to vote. For purposes of this Charter: (i) a “freeholder” shall be deemed to include any natural person who holds title of record to a fee simple, estate or a life estate, in and to real property located within the Town boundaries: (ii) a “resident” shall mean any person who has been a permanent, full-time resident of the Town for at least six (6) months prior to the date of the election.

Bethany Beach property owners who are listed on the Town’s property tax list are not required to register to vote in Town elections.

Residents of Bethany Beach (who do not own property) must register to vote at least thirty days prior to the election. Residents may register at Town Hall or request a mailed registration form by telephone, mail or by email.

All votes shall be offered in person, or by absentee ballot. If an elector cannot appear at the regular polling place the day of the election, he/she may appear at Town Hall or contact Town Hall and request an Affidavit. Affidavits are also available on the Town’s website at www.townofbethanybeach.com.

The written Affidavit must be filed no later than 12:00 Noon on Friday, September 6, 2024. After approval of the Affidavit, an absentee ballot will be provided to you either in person or mailed. Absentee ballots must be received before the polls close on the day of the election. No voter shall vote for more candidates than there are offices to be filled at the election. Voting machines will be used on the day of the election.

CP 20240802 1T

TOWN OF SELBYVILLE

ON APRIL 8, 2024 THE MAYOR & COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SELBYVILLE ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF SELBYVILLE BY AMENDING CHAPTER 166, TAXATION, BY ADDING THERETO A NEW ARTICLE II, GROSS RECEIPTS RENTAL TAX, TO IMPOSE A 2% GROSS RECEIPTS TAX ON ALL RENTAL INCOME FOR OCCUPANCY OF ANY PRIVATE AND PUBLIC LODGING FACILITIES AND HOUSING ACCOMMODATIONS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ROOMS, ROOMING HOUSES, BOARDING HOUSES, BED-AND-BREAKFAST INNS, COTTAGES, CABINS, HOUSES, DUPLEXES, APARTMENTS (WHETHER IN CONDOMINIUMS OR NOT), STORES, GARAGES, WAREHOUSES, OR ANY COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES WHICH RENT OR LEASE SPACE OR OTHER FACILITIES.

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

To Whom it May Concern:

This is to advise that Dominic Andrew Giogilli of 32175 Windmill Drive, Millville, of Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for a License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the laws of the State of Delaware.

HANDYMAN

FIELD MANAGER

FULL SIZED CAROUSEL

GIRAFFE Mint condition. Inquire for photos. 410-491-0409

4-DIGIT DELAWARE LIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394 “7/3/94” $650 302-542-9500

ANTIQUE CHINA SET 8 each of Bowls, Coffee Cups, Salad Plates, Dinner Plates, and 2 Serving Bowls. Blue Fiesta Design. Homer Laughlin China Company. USA CCCC Lead Free, Vintage. Perfect Condition. $300 OBO 302-841-4566

ANTIQUE CLOCKS. . From the Estate of a Clock Collector. 302-542-2382

BABY BUGGIES. . Over 100 years old. Perfect Condition. Call for details. Best offer 610-506-9179

DOLLS FROM THE 40S & 50S. Good condition. and doll accessories. Call for details. Best Offer. 610-506-9179

ANTIQUE ELI TERRY JR &

CO. 30 hour modi ed pillar scroll, wooden movement clock. Weight driven, circa 1830. Runs great, professional tune-up.

$475 410-259-2300

SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need. 302-855-1156

2015 MAZDA MIATA MX5

Automatic Transmission, One Owner, Garage kept. Silver Convertable. 10,450 miles. $14,500. No Texts Please 410-925-9520

TRUCK CAP Red berglass 6ft 5in bed Ford F150 69x81in $200 OBO 302-542-9500

2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU all-weather front oor liners. Fit 2017-2020. Like new. $50 914-275-8938

DONATE YOUR CAR/ TRUCK/ RV. Lutheran Mission Society of MD. Compassion Place Ministries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410-228-8437 CompassionPlace.org

SHURFLO PORTABLE oil change system with 3.5 gallon storage container. 12 volt DC. Like new, asking $100 914-275-8938

HUSKY COMPRESSOR 20 gallon, 1.8 HP, 155 PSI Max Pressure. $75 914-275-8938

4 DUNLOP TIRES off a 23 Subaru. 245/40R 18” 97Y SP Sport Maxx GT 600A 7-8 32nd tread $500 717-554-7184

2 TON AUTO JACK New $50 757-810-8782

ELECTRIC SCOOTER

CARRIER For Vehicle $900

302-539-4367

FIRESTONE DESTINATION

LE3 TIRES 225/60 R/17 set of 4.

Brand new. Retails for $816, asking $650. 315-737-8247

MIATA MUFFLER 2000

Brand new, in box. Cost $600; asking $150 302-436-9133

TILT BOAT TRAILER

14-16ft electric winch, new tires, good condition. $500 302-616-1699

MINN KODA ELECTRIC MOTOR 28lbs thrust 5 speed $40 302-436-9005 17 FT ALUMINIM CANOE

Good Condition. $75 OBO 302-753-7584

FREE SAILBOAT 1976, 27’ Catalina Yachts. Call for details 443-880-7453

6 ROD, ROD HOLDER, 15 Degree offset from Fish-NMate. Aluminum bolt on 48in long and 15lbs. New. Pics Avail. $125 Call(no text) 302239-5466 leave msg. DK GREEN CANVAS Bimini

top. 36w x 42h x 24L. Excellent Cond, $120 443-373-1550

DOCK SPACE WANTED

Looking for someone with Dockspace in the Fenwick area to share the dock with the use of a Pontoon Boat that we will be purchasing. 240-478-9905

VINTAGE PENN REELS/RODS

Combos Penn #85, Long Beach #66, Senator 4.0 (big game) with original boxes. Herters #12, starting at $20. All working cond., or for Decor. 302-542-9500

BOAT PROPELLOR Michigan 4-blade stainless right-hand. 14 3/8 x 18 Apollo XHS #993204. Fits Yamaha 150300hp and many others. Like new. REDUCED! $250 302-542-9500

LEAD SINKERS BANK 3/8, 3 & 4 oz.; Egg/Slide 5, 6, 7 oz. .25¢/ounce, mix and match. 302-542-9500

1)27” SHARP TV: $30

(1) Sanyo (no remote): $20. All in excellent condition. 757-810-8782

FORMAL DINING ROOM

SET. 6 chairs, Oval table, Glass china cabinet. Pecan Color. $600cash 302-947-1863

5 PINE CHAIRS for Kitchen/Dining $10 each South Bethany

!FREE! 4 DRAWER MAPLE

Bedroom Dresser. 41inH 18inD x 30inW. Very Good Condition. Located in South Bethany. 302-383-6024

USED FURNITURE Good condition in Ocean View. Call for more info.

301-816-0503

BEAUTIFUL GRAY upholstered queen headboard. Tufted buttons, silver nail heads surround headboard; + 2 matching lamps with silver base, gray shades. $150 takes all. 302-541-0675

SOLID CHERRY DINING

Cabinet, Penn House. 2 pcs, top and bottom. Perfect Condition. $175. Susan Chin . 516-521-4289

4 MIRRORS 2 Fancy shell. $25 - $150. Call for more info. 302-616-1267

6-YEAR-OLD, ALL LEATHER

2-seater recliner sofa. Beige. Excellent condition, rarely used. REDUCED $275. 302-436-91334

30/55 GALLON BARELLS

Metal or plastic with or without lids. For burning, storage, oating docks, rain barrel, and live bait. $30-$40

302-542-9500

21 INCH LAWNBOY

Gas Lawnmower w/bag. 149cc’s Smartchoke. $150 302-897-4914

CHIPPER-MULCHER 5.5HP runs great, garage kept. $275 302-829-8399

2 SOLID BRASS PLANTERS

$15 rm Call Joe 302-8974914

CRAFTSMAN 30” bow saw $25. (2) 20 in. bow saws $15 each 302-537-7348

NEW PATIO HEATER Bronze, with LED Table. $75 Firm

302-732-3637

TROY-BILT 4-CYCLE WEED WHACKER. Good condition. $35 302-229-7898

FREE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Bethany Beach Christian Church has used Medical Equipment. If you are in need call Guy at 302-9270169 or Pastor Rich at 302539-4118

METAL FRAME RESTAURANT Dining Chairs with extra thick cushions. $10 each. 410-608-7505

LOST AND FOUND!

Pair of prescription Glasses washed up weekend of June 15,16 on South Side Indian River Inlet Beach. Call 302-239-5466 (no text) Leave message.

KEURIG COFFEE MAKER

Barely used $20 Call Mike 302-344-0169

HANDBAGS Used but new condition $15 & up. 703-6237022

FREE QUEEN SIZE OAK BED

head and footboard, innerspring and mattress, excellent cond. 302-943-1595

GAME OF THRONES BOOKS

Paperbacks $1 each and larger 2$ each. 302.541.0475

CONAIR 3/4 in. instant heat styling brush. Never used. $8 302-537-7348

BATH MAT 20x33 & toilet seat cover, shower curtain aqua. Never used $15 302-537-7348

RAZOR E300 ELECTRIC SCOOTER w/charger. As is $20 717-682-0218

3 PACKS OF MENS JOCKEY Underwear. Essential t size large 4 per pack Mid rise briefs. Black, white, navy. Brand new, unopened. $15 each 302-537-7074

TWIN 100FT TANKS with manifold $500. 302-854-9498

MENS DUI DRY SUIT Large with weight belt. $500. 302-854-9498

DIVE TANKS 6 aluminum. $50 each. 302-854-9498

BBQ GRILL TOOL SET $15 Call 410-310-6633

DEWALT 12 IN MITER SAW with stand. $200 Call Jerry 302-537-2831

12 FT WOODEN LADDER $30 410-382-2033

HOME DEPOT MED moving and TV boxes, 36 & 39 inches, and bubble wrap.

$15 Text: 443-824-5400

K-SERIES FIRE extinguisher for commercial kitchen. All stainless. Like new. REDUCED! $35 rm 302-8974914

ELECTRIC DRILL Black & Dekker $10 410-310-6633

COMPUTER INK HP61 Black, Brand New. $15 302-436-9005

PARAGON ARCTIC BLAST snow cone machine with top-mount ice shaver. REDUCED! $100 rm 302-897-4914

ELECTRIC CUSHIONED Back Massager by Homedics $20 410-310-6633

CONN 552 THEATER ELECTRIC Organ. Bench and music incl. Walnut nish, excellent cond. Beautiful sound quality. You must pick up. 302-663-0809

NEW, BIG BUTTON amplifying phone. $10 410-310-6633

MACHINERY Joiner, planer, band saw, chop saw, lathe, table saw, and router table. Call Jerry 302-537-2831

GET BOOST INFINITE Unlimited talk, text and data for just $25/month. The power of 3 5G networks, one low price. Call today and get the latest iPhone every year on us. 855-977-5719

!!FREE!! ABOVE GROUND POOL 12x24 with new liner and new pump and lter 3yrs old.With chemicals. You haul 302-436-9133

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES today with a Generac home standby generator. $0 money down + low monthly payment options. Request a free quote. Call now before the next power outage. 855-993-0969

HP OFFICEJET PRO 6230

eprinter. This is only a printer; no copy, scan or fax. Worked ne the last time I used it. FREE

HAILO L/100 PRO ALUM.

Stepladder 8ft New in Box. Reg $279 Now $175 302-539-4367

WATER HOSES 3 Sets $5 each 757-810-8782

JOINTER CRAFTSMAN

4 inch mounted on wheels, with shavings collector. Good condition. $125 302-436-9005

STA-GREEN Enhanced Calcitic Lime, 25lbs(2bgs) StaGreen Lawn Fertilizer plus 2% Iron, 14lbs. Paid $52, asking $39. Text: 302-448-5072

GARDEN GROOM 3 in 1

Hedge Trimmer, $50 OBO 609-247-3649

SAMSONITE HARD SUITCASE 26x20. Rollers & combo lock $60 443-373-1550

NEWER LOOK FOR HOME OR BUSINESS (trying to sell) Refresh & Paint Reasonable Prices! Patios & Ramps Cheaper Prices! CALL VANESSA 302-539-6751

TUPPERWARE - VINTAGE & new. Over 100 pieces -Reduced to $30 410-939-7714

SNOWBABY MUSIC BOX new in box, Christmas Miniature Tea Set, new in box. $25 for both. Call or text for pictures: 610-468-4004

WANT TO SAVE 100S OF CATS LIVES?

Spay or neuter ONE! Call Cats Around Town Society of Ocean View to make a low cost appointment. Rabies and Distemper vaccinations included. 302-355-9979

CAREGIVER WITH 24 YEARS Experience and Great References! Covering Sussex County. Available Days, Nights, & Saturdays. Please Call 410-596-0137

HOBIE MIRAGE OASIS 2 PERSON KAYAK Fin drive and drop rudder. Unsinkable, dry and wet storage. Plug in Beach cart. Rugged but susceptible to bullets and torpedoes. Asking $2100. Call Steve at 207-944-5000

WOMANS VINTAGE BEACH Cruiser, 3 speed Bike. Good solid Bike with Comfortable seat. Raleigh Wayfarer. $60 302-339-7691

SCHWINN BOYS BIKE New Condition. $50 302-616-1699

BICYCLES Pink Lady, Rare Antique, 20in Asking $35 obo. 10 speed Murray, almost new $50 obo. Shock Top Belgium white cruiser, collectors item. Asking $35 obo. 757-810-8782

HEALTHRIDER TOTAL BODY Aerobic Fitness. $45 OBO 410-382-2033

SNORKEL MASK & TUBE Optical lens excellent condition $20 302-537-7348 GRAVITY INVERSION Boots $25 609-247-3649

MOREY BOOGIE MACH 10 vintage. Very good condition. $50. Churchill nslarge. Excellent condition. $30 Call 302.569.2464 2 BICYCLES FOR BEACH. NEW Retails $649ea. Will let go $349ea. Must see to appreciate! 302-344-0169 TEETER INVERSION TABLE Great Condition! $75 302353-8128 leave message

YAMAHA MEDIUM GRAND PIANO, GB1, 5ft 3in, Black, with bench seat. Free delivery within Bethany, Ocean View, Fenwick Island or Millville, includes 2 tunings for rst year. Excellent condition and sound. $15,000 obo 302853-5976

DOG RAMP for Car and Wheellchair for Large Dog. 302-245-7149

FANCY GUPPIES Very unique, bright colors. $2 each. Texts preferred. 302-841-4562

NEW COBRA GOLF BAG (pk & blk) $80. NEW Golf Forever Training System $130. Sun Mtn & Bag Boy - 3 wheel push carts

$70 ea. Bag Boy 4 wheel push cart $80. Schwinn Trailway 21 spd (just serviced) $100 OBO for everything. 410-703-5172

GIANT AR 740 BICYCLE 12 spd hybrid, good solid Bike. $90 302-339-7691

CIGNAL ADULT TRICYCLE Re ectors, horn, wire basket. No rust, good condition. $199 302-448-9057

BIKES BIKES BIKES! Kids Bikes, Beach Bikes. Call Weekends 302-750-1463

TREK 20” MEN’S BIKE Vintage 1990s. Single track Eleven 81. New tires, recent tune-up. $75 Pics available. 302-353-8128 Leave message.

BOWNET BACKSTOP

w/hanging strike zone & baf e net, great for softball/baseball or as catch net for lacrosse/football/soccer.

Portable w/carry bag. Approx. 17.5 ft w x 9.5ft h.New $600, asking $300 lv msg 410-726-4364

NEW NEVER USED Electric Bike. Liberty 982Z, needs batteries. $200. 302-539-4367

SPORTING GOODS Pink Lady Bicycle, Rare Antique, 20 in. Asking $35 OBO. 757810-8782

10 SPEED MURRAY Bicycle, almost new $50 OBO. 757810-8782

SHOCK TOP Belgium White Cruiser, Collectors Item.

Asking $35 OBO. 757-8108782

SNORKEL & MASK SET $10 410-310-6633

SEEKING UTILITY TRAILER with gate. Black, 6’ x 9’. 302-344-0169

PORTABLE SEWING MACHINE. Call Mike 302-344-0169

SMALL GROUP OF HUNTERS seeking Hunting or Vacant property for upcoming season. Call Chuck at 410-924-6692

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance++ - not just a discount plan. Do not wait. Call now. Get your free dental information kit with all the details. 855-337-5228 dental50plus.com/MDDC#6258

ROOMMATE WANTED

BETHANY BEACH AREA

Mature single person needed to share 2BD/2.5BA townhome. Fully furnished, washer/dryer, pool. Approx 10min from the Beach. No Pets, good credit, 1st, last, deposit, and lease required. $950 mo + util. Text or leave msg 678-249-5312

BETHANY MEADOWS

2BR/1.5BA Unfurn w/TV, beautiful unit, new appliances, with bonus room for of ce. Community pool & tennis. MUST SEE! Minutes to the Beach! Available Aug. 1. $2,000 a month. Call Ron for more info. 302-567-1203

❏ Fri., Aug. 2 & Sat., Aug 3 7-12 Rain or Shine

Multi Family Dogwood Acres Community Yard Sale. Lots of great items so come and shop! GPS: 32261 Falling Point Rd Dagsboro DE 19939

❏ Fri., Aug. 2 & Sat., Aug 3 7:30-12 No Rain Date

Huge Yard Sale! Montego Bay 130th St. A variety of different items. Nothing will be over $5! All Clothing $1.50 & Shoes $1. If it rains either day, it will be cancelled. 129 Clam Shell Road Ocean City MD 21842.

❏ Fri., Aug. 2 9:30-3 & Sat., Aug 3 7-3 Rain or Shine

Large Yard Sale!! Lots of Beach & Christmas Items. File cabinet, mini fridge, drafting tables, desk accessories, never used bissel carpet cleaner, general household items, & tools. 3pc Sunbeam mixer set & cookbook, ,collector bride dolls, and much more!! 31193 Dogwood Acres Rd Dagsboro, DE 19939

❏ Sat., Aug 3 8-12 Rain or Shine

Womens Apparel, Shoes, & Accessories, Home Goods/Decor and Much More! All Must Go!! Fairway Village 2 Fairway Drive Ocean View DE 19970

❏ Sat., Aug 3 8-12 Weather Permitting Household Items, Sporting Goods, Clothing, and Much More! 33140 Main Street Dagsboro DE 19939

❏ Sat., Aug 3 9-12 Rain or Shine

Just Jeans Junk!! Street strider, furniture, jewelry, clothes etc. 38163 Martins Way Ocean View DE 19970

❏ Sat., Aug. 3 8-12 Rain or Shine

Indian River Acres Community Multi-Family Yard Sale! Lots of household items, tools, boating equipment etc. Rt.26 to Sandy Landing Rd. & follow signs. 33240 Dover Rd., Dagsboro, DE 19939

Not This Week

❏ Fri., Aug. 9 & Sat., Aug 10 8-1 Rain or Shine

Huge Indoor/Outdoor Garage Sale! 40x56 Pole building full of priced to sell Treasures! Fishing, crabbing, camping, home decor, outdoor furniture, holiday decor, etc. Too much to list! Something for Everyone! 30123 Caroline Rd Oceanview DE 19970 Bayshore MHP Look for signs!

Zion Road: 3BR/2BA rancher in Roxana. $1600 per month + utilities. Avail after 8/1/24.

Possum Point: 3BR/2 BA single level home in Millsboro. $2000 per month + utilities.

Bethany Meadows: 2BR/1.5BA two story condo in Frankford. $2,000 per month + electric/water/sewer.

Keen-wick Sound: 3BR/2 BA rancher with garage. $2200 per month + utilities.

Millville by the Sea: 3BR/3.5BA unfurnished townhome with garage. $2400 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax.

Denton Mills: 3BR/2 BA single family home in Millville. $2450 per month + utilities.

Bishops Landing, Millville: 3+BR/2.5BA end-unit villa with 2-car garage. Furnished; will consider unfurnished with a 2year lease. $2,700 per month + utilities + 2% rental tax. Avail. after 9/1/24. Millville by the Sea: 5BR/3.5BA, fully furnished home with garage. $2,850 per month + utilities + 2% rental tax. Avail. after 9/3/24.

Parkside: 4BR/2.4BA, 2 story, furnished home with garage in Millville. $2,950 per month + utilities + 2 % rental tax. Avail. after 10/1/24.

By Jan Buckner Walker

The Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults

Kids Across

1. It's what you say after someone does something nice for you

5. To send a birthday card with the help of the post o ce

7. It's playtime!: The part of the school day when kids get to go outside

8. A buddy who barks (or friend with fur who purrs)

9. To score more goals than the other soccer team

10. To make noise with your hands after watching a great play

12. A surprise just for you in a bag covered with tissue paper

14. A squeeze inside the arms of someone who loves you

15. It's a word you might say after eating something

delicious

17. Bright and clear: It's the type of day that might make you want to put on a pair of shades

19. Colorful plastic party bubbles on a string

22. Where angels live up above

23. What fans do when their team scores a touchdown

24. These go up whenever you smile

Parents Down

1. Champion's golden proof of victory

2. Precious stolen zzz's

3. Sunny season that brings students a long-awaited break

4. Prep for a vacation

5. Sometimes, it makes you want to dance

6. Small dog's happy place with you

9. Shake one's tail in joy

11. Circumstance's partner at a commencement ceremony

13. A marathon runner never needs to apologize for crossing this line

16. Little one who sometimes kicks when he giggles

17. Good fortune from 22A: When it starts to fall, kids have high hopes that their school will be closed

18. Type of shoes a woman can't wait to kick o when the party's over

20. A pair of people are happy when they fall in me. What am I?

21. Smile location

The across clues are for kids and the down clues are for grown-ups!

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$625,000 (DESU2064340)

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