Coastal Point — May 2, 2025

Fenwickhopes tosolveflooding, despitefundinghit

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

FenwickIsland’sTownCouncilis movingforwardinitsworktosolvethe town’sfrequentbaysidefloodingissues despiteafederalfundingsourcedrying up.

AttheFriday,April25councilmeeting,thetownleadersdiscussednext stepsfollowingtheannouncementlast monththatafederalgrantprogramit hadhopedtoreceivefundingfromhas beeneliminated.

Thetownhadappliedforagrant throughtheFederalEmergencyManagementAgencymorethanayearago. Theagencyannouncedrecentlythatit wascancellingitsBRIC(BuildingResilientInfrastructureandCommunities) grant,callingit“wastefulandineffective.”FenwickIslandwasseeking $400,000throughtheprogram,which wouldhavebeenusedtofurtherevaluateFenwick’sfloodingissuesandseek solutions.

TheBRICgrantprogramhadmade $1billionavailablethroughthe2021 InfrastructureInvestmentandJobsAct to communitiesacrossthecountry. About$882millionwillbereturnedto theU.S.Treasuryorreapportionedby Congress,theFEMAstatementsaid.

“Baysidefloodingisthenumberone concernfortheTownofFenwickIsland,”MayorNatalieMagdeburgersaid attheApril25meeting.“Wehearabout itwheneverthere’sflooding,weseeit, werecognizethedangerstoit,thedam-

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Tulipsgone,butbusinessesarearrivinginBethanyBeach

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

ThetownofBethanyBeach’ssignaturetulipseasonhasended,MayorRon Calefsaid,“afteranincrediblespring splashofcolor.”

“It’salwayssowelcomebyourlocal residentsandourvisitors.Iwantto

thankourPublicWorksDepartment foralltheirhardwork.Iseeeverything hasbeendugupdownthereandIhope someofyouwereabletogetsomebulbs astheyweregivingthemaway,”hesaid astheFriday,April25,TownCouncil meetingbegan.

NewbusinessesgetOK fromcommittee

CouncilmanPatrickSheplee,while presentingtheNon-ResidentialDesign ReviewCommitteereport,saidmembershavereviewedandapprovedseveral applicationsincludingforanewsignat

theentranceofLakeBethany;fornew windowsignsforSunshineBaguetteoff AtlanticAvenue;forFem,anewcoastal boutiqueonGarfieldParkwaywherea comicsandgamingbusinessoncewas;a newsignandwindowsignsforSurfin’ Betty’sBurgerBar,comingto786

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Better Together

TidalHealth and Atlantic General Hospital are joining forces to expand care, closer to home.

• More Access — Expanded specialists, treatments, and technology

• Stronger Network — Seamless care across hospitals and providers

• Same High Quality — A shared commitment to excellence in patient care

Two trusted healthcare providers. One vision for a healthier tomorrow. We’re better together.

To learn more, visit tidalhealth.org/bettertogether.

AGH,TidalHealthtosignpact

Berlinfacilitytobe TidalHealthAtlantic

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

ThepresidentsofAtlanticGeneral HospitalinBerlin,Md.,andTidalHealthinSalisbury,Md.,wereexpectedtosignanagreementto“bring thetwohealthsystemstogetherunder theTidalHealthumbrellaofhealth careservices”—and,inMarch2026 changeAGHtoTidalHealthAtlantic —duringapressconferenceon Thursday,May1.

“Thispartnershipaimstoexpand andenhancehealthcareservices”for residentsofSussexCounty,aTidalHealthnewsreleasestates,aswellas forresidentsofWorcester,Wicomico andSomersetcountiesinMaryland. Bothhospitalsreceiveandtreatpatientstakenbyambulancefromthe Millsboroandothervolunteerfire companies.

“Bycombiningthestrengthsofboth organizations,AGHandTidalHealth willcontinuetoinnovateandprovide morecomprehensivehealthcareoptionswhilestrengtheningtheirshared commitmenttoqualityandcompas-

sionatecare,”thenewsreleasestates.

Theagreement—whichwillbe signedbyTidalHealthCEODr.Steve LeonardandAGHPresidentDon Owrey—wasinitiallyannouncedlate lastyearwhenthepresidentssigneda non-bindingletterofintentforapartnership.AGHofficialschoseTidalHealthasapartner“becauseofits sharedmissioninservingthehealth careneedsoftheLowerEasternShore andDelawareresidents,”anewsreleaseissuedbyAGHatthetime, stated,addingtheAGHBoardof Trusteesannouncedthelaunchofa “strategicpartnershipexploration process”earlierthisyear,sayingthe partnershipwillimprovehealthcare forarearesidents.

Asthefinalagreementwasbeing formulated,dailyoperationswouldnot beimpacted,norwouldpatientsorassociatesseechangestonormalroutinesitstated,addingAGHemployees wereprovidedwithletters,signedby Owrey,announcingtheallianceand explainingAGHchoseTidalHealth becauseofthehospitals’similarmissionsand“sharedcommitmenttolocallycontrolledhealthcare.”

“TidalHealthhasalongstanding traditionofprovidingthehighestlevel ofspecializedcare,whileensuringpa-

tientscontinuetoreceivecarefrom theirlocalphysicians…itwasclear thatwearebettertogetherandthat ouraffiliationprovidesatremendous opportunityforbothorganizations andmoreimportantly,ourcommunity,”theletterstated.

Employeeswereencouragedtosubmitquestionsandattendinformation sessions.

AccordingtoAtlanticGeneral Hospitalofficials,thepartnershipwill provideaccesstointegratedmedical recordsthroughEpic,thesoftwarethe hospitaluses,improvecoordinationof servicesandaccesstocareforpatients, providecapitalfundingtoexpandsuch servicesandstrengthenAGH’sability toretainandattractahigh-quality workforce.

“Thispartnershipisawinforour patients,ourassociatesandthecommunitiesweserve…byaffiliatingwith TidalHealth,wehavetheopportunity tocombinethestrengthsofourtwo organizationstofundamentallyimprovetheavailabilityofhigh-quality healthcareclosetohome,”Owreysaid.

LeonardsaidTidalHealthhas “greatrespectfor(AGH’s)historic contributiontothehealthcareneedsof itscommunity,andwearehonoredto havebeenchosen.”

MAY IS BETTER HEARING MONTH

“Itwillcontinueasithasbeen.You’re notgoingtogetabigbumpuponthe capitalsidealthoughthewaterratesdid goupthisyear,”hesaid.

Bicyclesafetycommittee

cludingonethatwillbeerectedon Route 26byDiFebo’sMarket.

Shepleesaidadditionalapplications willbereviewedwhenthecommittee meetsagain.

SpecialelectionsetforMay24

Aspecialelectionisscheduledfor10 a.m.to4p.m.onSaturday,May24,to determineiftheTownCouncilcanborrowmoneytobuyanewwaterclarifier.

MayorRonCalefsaidresidents “won’tseeanythingonthecapitalloan portionoftheirwaterbills”ifthetown borrowsthemoney.

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Continuedfrompage1 GarfieldParkwaynexttoDiFebo’s Market;foranewsignandwindow signsforSweetiezCandyShop,coming to98GarfieldParkway;forsignsfor Juicebox,comingto8PennsylvaniaAve. intheformerSandyPawslocation;and foranewparapet,alowwallthatextendsupfromaroof,requestedby BethanySunandSea,comingto111 GarfieldParkwaywhereSunsationswas located.

agethatitcancause.Idon’twanttolose momentum,”shesaid.

Magdeburgersaid“weneedthat plan”referringtoworkthetownhoped tofundwiththeBRICgrantthatwould providearoadmapforfutureflooding mitigationwork.

Shesaidthetownneedstoknow “whatwecandowherethere’sriprap, whatwecandowherethere’sbulkheadingthatmightneedtobeelevated.

“Withoutthebigpicture,wecantalk aboutputtingsomeBand-AidsonbutI thinkweneedtomoveinadirection thatfinallygetsuswithprojectsthatwe canputshovelinthegroundandstart workingon,”Magdeburgersaid.“We’re

TownManagerCliffGraviet,atthe Jan.17,towncouncilmeeting,told Council thenewclarifierwillcost$3.9 million,paidover20years.Aclarifier, heexplained,isasignificantpartofthe town’swatertreatmentprocess.Bethany Beachhasdeepaquifersthatarenot subjecttotheinfiltrationofchemicals, assomeothersare,butthewatercontainsnaturalmineralsincludingiron“in extraordinaryquantities,”hesaid.

“So,wehavetotreattheiron,then lettheironsettle,thenpumptheclear waterintooursystemandpumpitinto our storageareasanddeliverittoour homes.Removaloftheironisdonebya clarifier,”hesaid,describingthecurrent clarifier,56feetwideandcontainedina concretecircle,asmorethan30years oldandinneedofreplacement.

Townofficialsinvestigatedsystems toremoveironanddecideditwillbe besttoplacetwo,40-footclarifiersin thesamefootprintthatwillbeclosed andprotected.

goingtohavetosaveforthem,we’re goingtohavetobegmoneyforthem,” shesaid.

“Wecanseetheeffects…itimpacts thewholetown,”shesaidofthefrequentfloodingissues.Studieshave shownthatbyasearlyas2050,75percentofthebayside“isgoingtobeunderwater.Andthat’sabigpartofour town,”shesaid.

“Weareinthemidstofre-evaluating,”InfrastructureCommitteeChairpersonSusanBrennansaid.“Therewas notaplanB”forfunding,Brennan said.

AtMagdeburger’ssuggestion,the councilunanimouslyvotedtolettheInfrastrureCommitteeknowthecouncil wouldliketore-visitworkonrequests forproposalsfromanengineeringconsultantandseeifthereareareasthatcan

AmemberofthePedestrianandBicycleSafetyCommittee,whileupdating theCouncilabouttheMarch27workshop,saiditwasattendedbymorethan 40peoplefromBethanyBeachandsurroundingtownsplusbusinessmen,businesswomenandrepresentativesfrom DelDOT,DNREC,AssistingBicycle CommutersandtheCoalitionfora SaferNorthBethanyBeach.

Theworkshop,hesaid,wasanopportunitytomeetbeforethebusysummertouristseasonbegins,shareplans, fosterarenewedsenseofpurposeand reduce risksforresidentsandguestsin coastalcommunities.

AmongtopicswassafetyofJ1students,whocomefromothercountries toworkinBethanyBeacheachsummer, especiallysincemostofthemusebicyclestocommutetoworkandridelateat nightonunlitroads.Alsodiscussedwas strategytokeepsafethosewhoride electricbicycles,scootersandskateboards,loweringspeedlimitsandnew rapidrectangularflashingbeacons,in-

beeliminatedfornow.“Ithinkweneed tofocusonthenecessary,”shesaid. BrennansaidtheInfrastructure Committeeismovingforwardwitha pilot projectatthecanalendonFarmingtonStreet.Shesaidtheintentisto createa“livingshoreline”withhopesto “createarecipe”ofusingnaturalmateri-

CulturalandHistoricalAffairs Committeereport

CaroleCalef,whilepresentingher CulturalandHistoricalAffairsCommitteereport,toldCouncilprogramsat theDinker-IrvinMuseumwillresume inthefall.

Thereweremorevisitorstothemuseumthisyearthanlastyear,shesaid, andincludedresidentsofHomer, Alaska,intownforvacation.“Ifyou haven’tbeentotheDinkerMuseumyet, comeondownandseeus.Youwon’tbe disappointed,”Calefsaid.

TownManager’sreport

TownManagerCliffGraviet,while presentingthetownmanager’sreport, saidthereisadeterioratingbulkheadat thebandstandplazaanditiscausing sandinfiltrationthroughthebulkhead

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alsasawaytopreventflooding. Meanwhile,thetownvotedtoraise parkingratesfrom$3anhourto$4an hour.Thenewrategoesintoeffectwith thestartofthe2025season.

Magdeburgeralsoannouncedthe upcomingretirementofFinanceDirectorDeanGary.

Now Open for Spring

SouthBethanycandidatesgettheirsay

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Fivecandidatescompetingforthree seatsontheSouthBethanyCouncilansweredresidents’questionsontopicsincludingfloodingandchangingthe electionfromspringtofallatameetthe-candidates’forumonFriday,April 25,moderatedbyMargieCyr.

Candidatesvyingfortwo-yearterms areincumbentsChristineKeefeand CynthiaVanHorn,bothresidents; newcomerRussellBeland,aresident; andnewcomersStevenGallagherand MarkGiler,bothnon-residents.

Seatsavailableforreelectionare thosenowheldbyKeefe,VanHornand TimShaw.Shawisnotrunningagain.

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andunderthepavers.Thebulkheadhas tobereplaced,hesaid.RK&KEngineeringwasaskedtolookattheproblemandgavethetown recommendationsrangingfrom$93,000 to$150,000.

“Weaskedthemtogobackandtell uswhichoptionwouldgiveusthemost resiliencyandwasthemoststormproof toreplacethecurrentbulkhead.They

AlsoontheCouncilareCouncilmen RandyBartholomew,BobBiciocchiand BobShieldsandMayorEdieDondero, allwhoseseatswillbeavailableforreelectionnextyear.Councilmembersdo notrepresentdistricts,butallserveat large.Thethreewinningcandidateswill bedeterminedbywhoreceivesthemost votes.Theelectionwillbefrom9a.m. to3p.m.onSaturday,May10.

Astheforumbegan,eachcandidate brieflyoutlinedqualifications,withVan Hornsayingsheandhusbandhave ownedahomeinSouthBethany35 years.Hercareerwasinpublicaccountingandsheservedonthetown’sBudget andFinanceCommitteebeforebeing electedtoTownCouncil,shesaid, addingshehasathoroughunderstand-

saidmechanicallystabilizingtheearthis thebestideaandthathasbeenusedby RK&KinconjunctionwithDNRECto shoreupbanksattheIndianRiver Inlet,”Gravietsaid,addingworkwill begin inthefall.

GravietsaidthePublicWorksyards needsamakeover.“Thefacilityisless thanideal,”hesaid,addingDirectorof PublicWorksBrettWarnerhasfunding inhisbudgettopayforreallocating spaceandretrofittingtheexistingbuilding.

ingofthetown’sfinancialneedsincludingthenecessityofcoveringoperating expenses becauserevenueisnotincreasingatthesamerateasexpenses.

Shesaidshesupportedtherecent propertytaxincreaseof$.051per$100 ofassessedvalueandaddedCouncilhas toaddresstownexpensesandshould “exploresharingserviceswithother towns”suchaspolicecoveragepossibly inconjunctionwiththetownofOcean View.

“TownCouncilhasmademuch progresswithstormdrainage.Wehave tocontinuewithotherstreetsoffYork RoadandaddressfloodinginCatHill. The canalsareanimportantpartofour communityandtheymightneedtobe dredged,”shesaid.

“ThatissomethingBretthasdone andheiswaitingforaproposalfrom RK&K,”Gravietsaid.

GravietsaidDelDOTistakinga safestreetsapproachtodeterminespeed limitsandloweredspeedlimitsfrom DeweyBeachtoFenwickIsland.He askedCouncilaboutrevisitingaformer initiativeduringwhichthemayorcontactedSeaColonyandSouthBethany officialstodetermineiftheywould agreetojointly,withBethanyBeachofficials,askDelDOTtoreducethespeed

Keefe,whohaslivedinSouth Bethanysince1967andlivesinthe househerfatherbuilt,saidshehasa longhistoryinthetown.Shejoinedthe BudgetandFinanceCommitteeseven yearsagoand,duringthepastfewyears also“addressedforecastingforreserve fundstoseewhenwewouldrunoutof money.”

“Theresultofitwas,wecameup withalistofprojectsandit’suptothe council whichonesarethemostimportant.ThatiswhenIrealizedwehadto getdowntonittygrittyandgetsomethingdone.IhavebeenontheCouncil thelastfewyearsandIwanttocontinuebeingontheCouncilandseeing

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limitthroughthatareato30mph. Whenaskedpreviously,DelDOTofficialsrefused,sayingtheydidn’twantinconsistentspeedlimits.

“Butgivenwhatthey’redoingnow,I don’tknowhowtheycanjustifythe thousands ofpeopleweseecrossingour streetsinthesummer,”Gravietsaid. CouncildirectedGraviettowriteto DelDOTandaskthatthespeedlimit belowered“forsafetyreasonsandbecausewehavethousandsofpeople crossingthestreets.”

ResidentsnearSCHScouldswitchtoMillsboroschools

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

IndianRiverSchoolDistrictis brainstormingboundarychangesto helpbalanceenrollmentinnorthern schoolsforthe2026-27schoolyear.

Thisautumn,MillsboroMiddle SchoolwillmovenorthwardtobecomeSussexCentralMiddleSchool, takingoverthe“old”buildingwhen SussexCentralHighSchoolmoves nextdoorintoanewbuilding.

Afterthat,northernMillsboro familieslivingwithinafewmilesof thenewlocationwillhavethechance toattendmiddleschoolmuchcloser tohome—andtheywouldalsoswitch elementaryschools,forconsistency’s sake.

Anestimated16studentswould shiftfromGeorgetownMiddle SchooltoSussexCentralMiddle

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theseprojectsgetgoing.Ihaveagood financialbackground,”shesaid,adding duringhercareershedesignedportfoliosforlargecorporations.

Townprojectsmustbedonewith taxpayersinmind,shesaid.

“Itisneveragoodideatocollect moneyifwe’renotsurewhatweare goingtouseitfor,”Keefesaid.

MarkGiler,whosaidhelovesSouth Bethanyandhasfound“thepeople makethetown,”hasownedahome withhiswife,Cindy,formorethan18 yearsandsaidtheyaresurroundedbya greatsenseofcommunity.Heretired threeyearsagofromthedefenseindustrywithWestinghouseandNorthrop Grummanasanelectricalsystemsand softwareengineer,apositionheheld morethan40years.

HevolunteersfortheSouthBethany Citizens’WaterQualityCommittee, whosememberstestandsamplecanal water,andworkexpertsattheUniversityofDelaware,hesaid.Gilersaidhe enjoyswalkinghisdog,chattingwith

School.Anestimated25students wouldshiftfromGeorgetownElementarySchooltoEastMillsboroElementarySchool.

Veryloosely,thisisthegeographic arealocatedbetweenU.S.Route113, GovernorStockleyRoad,ZoarRoad, thencurvingaroundtothesouthern pointofPatriotsWay.

Muchofthisarea(lessthansix squaremiles)isfarmland,butitstill impactssomefamilies.

“Thishasbeenanareaforyears [where]somepeoplehaveaskedwhy theydon’tgotoMillsboro,”dueto proximity,SuperintendentJayOwens totheschoolboardonApril28.Now thattheMillsboroschoolisshifting northward,itmakesevenmoresense toshifttheschoolboundaries.

Thisisjustaproposalandhasnot beenadoptedyet.Inthenextfew weeks,theschooldistrictwillnotify

neighborsandmeetingnewpeople.

“Iampragmaticandopenminded and Iunderstandbothsides.Ihavea goodsenseofhumorandItrytobea goodlistener.Itrytousecommon sense,logicandcostbenefitanalyses,” Gilersaid.

HeurgedCounciltoprovideresidentswithinformationinwaysthatare easytoaccessandsaidresiliency“hasto beoneofourshort-termpriorities.”

“Roadsmustnotbeunderwaterexceptinthemostextremecircumstances. IcareaboutthistownandIwantto help.IliveonacanalandIfeelcanal frontownersareunder-representedon the Council,”hesaid.

Gallagher,whopreviouslyhadan unsuccessfulbidforCouncil,saidhe boughtahouseinSouthBethanyseven yearsagoasavacationhomeandmoved totownduringCovid.Hiswiferetired andheteleworkedandtraveledto Washington,D.C.,acoupleoftimes eachweek.Heisnowretired.Hehasa lawdegreeanddegreeingovernment administrationandhas40yearsofexperience.“Icanunderstandablendofthe legalandpublicpolicytoaddressvarious issues”liketheneglectedinfrastruc-

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•IndianRiverSchoolDistrict Thegeographicareaboundedbyaredlineshowsareaswherefamiliescouldswitch fromGeorgetowntoMillsboroschools.

thepublicandrequestfeedbackfrom theimpactedfamiliesthere.The schoolboardcouldvotetoapprove

ture,hesaid,

“Wehavetofindfundingandwejust can’ttaxourwayoutofit,”hesaid.

Belandsaidhedoesn’tliveonacanal oroceanfrontandisafull-timeresident andaneconomistbytrainingwhocompletedgraduateworkatUCLAand movedtoWashington,D.C.,wherehe workedinaCongressionalbudgetoffice andattheDepartmentofDefenseasan appliedmicroeconomist.

thisproposalattheMay19meeting, andthenwouldrequesttheStateto officiallyupdatemaps.

Amemberofthetown’sBudgetand Finance Committee,Belandsaidthe townis“agreatplacetoseethebigpicturebecauseBudgetandFinancehasto dealwithalltheneedsofallthedepartments.”

Hesaidinfrastructureupgradesand replacementsarenecessaryandfunding

GrimestalksFreemanArtsPavilion

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

About150,000guestsareexpected toenjoyconcertsandshowsatthe FreemanArtsPavilionthisyear,anincreasefromthe108,000whovisited theSelbyvillevenuelastyear,duetoa new,permanentstagethatwillexpand seatingto4,000,PattiGrimes,executivedirectoroftheJoshuaM.Freeman Foundation,toldtheSussexCounty Councilthisweek.

PresentinganupdateattheTuesday,April29,Councilmeeting, GrimessaidsinceFreemanArtsPavilion,aprogramoftheJoshuaM.FreemanFoundation,wasfoundedin2008, $150million“hasbeenforgedinto thiscounty.”

“Thepatronsthathavewalkedover ourthresholdhavebeenagreatcon-

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willbeneeded.Taxescanbeincreased ormoneycanbefoundsomewhereelse, hesaid.

Duringtheportionofthemeeting whenresidentsaskedquestions,onesaid shedoesn’twanttoseepropertytaxes increase“aloteveryyear,alittlebit maybe,tocoverthecostoflivingincreasesandthat’sit.”

Anotheraskedcandidatestolistpriorities,afterthefloodingonYorkRoad iscontrolled,andanswersincludedcontrollingfloodinginCatHill,monitoringwaterqualityanddeterminingifthe townwillberequiredtopayforbeach restoration.

tributorinoureconomy,andweall knowSussexCounty’sbackbonehas beensmallbusiness.Aticketshould notbethereasonwhypeoplecannot comeandenjoytheartssothatiswhy ourartsinitiativeintheschoolsisso important,”shesaid,addingFreeman wasfoundedafterlocalbusinessman JoshuaFreemanwaskilledinahelicoptercrashin2006.

“Helovedthearts,athleticsandthe outdoorsandhiswifeMichelleFreemanfoundedtheJoshuaFreeman Foundationthatonlyexistswithpublic supportandthecounty’ssupport.Our visionistransforminglivesthroughthe artsandwe’vebeendoingthatfor18 yearsandhavetransformedthearts landscapehereandelevatedthehuman spirit…We’remakingbigstridesin economicimpactandhealthandwellnessofourcommunity,”shesaid.

VanHornsaidYorkRoadshouldbe thefirstpriority,thenCouncilshould lookattributaries,CatHilland“then decidewhattodonextbecausethe bulkheadshavetobelookedat.”

Replyingtoaresidentwhosuggested moremattersshouldbedecidedby townsfolk,VanHornsaidcouncilmembers“havetoknowwhatourvoters wantandwehavetolistentothem.” Surveyshavebeensent“andthat’show wegettoknowwhatyouguyswant,” she said,invitingthemtoe-mailorcall Councilmemberswiththeirconcerns.

Everydollardonatedistakenseriouslytobesure“we’reconnectedto communitieslivinginpoverty—and thatisjustafactineverycommunity. Wehaveover43non-profitorganizationswepartnerwithtomakesure childrenandfamilieshavetheopportunitytocelebratetheartsandthatincludestransportationgrants,”shesaid.

Grimessaidthefoundationcurrentlyhasa$40millioncapitalcampaign“thatisnowatthe$30million mark.”

“Weneed$10millionsoourboard ofdirectorsislookingforfundersand financers,”shesaid.

GrimesinvitedCounciltosee showsatthepavilionandtojointhousandsofchildrenwhowillbeatthe Paviliontoseeanupcomingpresentationoftheclassicchildren’sbook “Charlotte’sWeb.”

ReplyingtoaLoganStreetresident, VanHornsaidCouncilhasfundsto raiseYorkRoadtohelpcontrolflooding andthenextstepisto“dotheengineeringstudyandwehavefundstopayfor that.”

“Thenaswekeepgoing,wehaveto findwaystoraisefundsfortheseother verylargeprojects,”shesaid. Gallaghersaidit’simportantfor Counciltomakesureroadsarepassable. ResidentRickRosso,askingaquestionbyZoom,saidacoupleyearsagoa decisionwasmadetomovetheelection datefromMemorialDayweekend, whenalotofpart-timeresidentsarein town,toanearlierdateandaskedifit willeverbechangedagain.HesuggestedhavingelectionsinSeptember butKeefesaidtheelectionistimedwith theendofthefiscalyearforthetown, withtheideabeingtohavenewCouncilmembersstarttheirtermsinthe newfiscalyear.

Millvillesupportsfirecompanyamidstarrests

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Inthewakeofthearrestsoftwo formerMillvilleVolunteerFireCompanymembers,townofficialshaveexpressedsupportforthefirecompany.

Thetownpublisheditsstatementof supportonthehomepageofitswebsitelastweek.Itfollowedthearrestsof JayDroneyofMillvilleandJordan HastingsofDelmaronhatecrime charges.

CourtdocumentsfiledApril15in theSussexCountyCourtofCommon Pleasincludedstatementsfromseveral witnessesandwitnessstatementsand frombothDroneyandHastings.The statementsdetailedanallegedincident atthefirehouseonFeb.14,2024in whichDroneyallegedlyheldanoose whilechasingthevictim.

Inhisstatement,HastingstoldarrestingofficerDelawareStatePolice Det.HeidiLingothat“itwasalla joke”andclaimedtheropewasnottied inanoose.Thevictimsaidhekeptthe incidenttohimselfformorethana yearbecausehe“justwantedtocome toworkanddohisjobandgohome.”

OnApril9ofthisyear,however,the victimtoldpolice,heheard aconversationaboutaletterDroneyallegedly wrotetoanewspaperandtofiredepartmentofficialsregarding“suspicious things”withinthefirecompany.

Atthatpoint,thevictimtoldLingo, heasked“whataboutallthethings (Droney)hasdonetome?”Firecompanyleadershipthenlearnedoftheallegedincidentthepreviousyear, conductedaninternalinvestigationand notifiedstatepolice.Sixdayslater,arrestwarrantswerefiledforDroneyand

Hastings.Bothmenturnedthemselves intopolice.Theywerechargedwith hatecrime,harassmentandconspiracy seconddegree.

DroneyandHastingswerereleased ontheirownrecognizancependinga preliminaryhearingscheduledfor9 a.m.Thursday,May1.

Millvilleofficialsstatementsaidthe allegedincident“hasunderstandably sparkedconcernamongstthecommunity.

“Itiscrucialtoaddressthismatter withthegravityitdeserves,”thetown’s statementsaid,whilerecognizingthat theallegedincident“doesnotalign withourcorevalues.

“Ourcommunityisbuiltonmutual respect,inclusivityandunity.Millville hassupportedoperationalneedsofthe companyaswellasthebenefittopropertyownerstobeapartoftheannual

discountambulanceservice,”thestatementcontinued.

Callingtheallegedincident“abhorrent,”townofficialssaidthecharges againstthenow-formerfirecompany members“doesn’tdiminishthededicationandhardworkofmanymenand womenservingourcommunitywith unwaveringcommitment,pastand present.”

Thetown’sstatementalsopraised thequickresponsebyfirecompany leadershipwhentheylearnedoftheallegedincident,noting“theswiftaction ofthefirecompanytocomeforward,” leadingtothearrestofDroneyand Hastings.

“Letusbeginhealingwithresolve andcompassiontoovercomethischallengeandemergestrongerasacommunity,”thetown’sstatement concluded.

Mother’sDayMarketplacetofeaturevendors,crafts

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

MillvilleisgearingupforanewoutdooreventatEvansParkdesignedto offershoppingopportunitiesforthose lookingforaperfectMother’sDaygift— ormaybeatreatforthemselvesorsomeoneelsenearanddear.

TheMother’sDayMarketplaceisset forSaturday,May10,from10a.m.to2 p.m.Thirtyvendorswillbesetupinthe park,offeringawidevarietyofitems.

“Ithoughtthiswouldbeagreatwayto utilizeourpark,withanoutdoorcraft showinthespring,”TownClerkWendy Mardinisaidthisweek.

Mardinisaidtheeventisdesigned withtheideaof“givingpeopleachanceto shopforMother’sDaywhilethekidscan playontheplayground.

“Wewanttosupportoursmallbusinessesandthisisagreatwaytodoit,” Mardinisaid.“Wereallyhopethatitisa success”andthatitbecomesatraditionin Millvilleforyearstocome.

Itemsforsaleatthemarketrunthe gamutfromhandmadejewelrytobeer mugs,accordingtothelistofmorethan 30vendorsthetownprovided.Other itemstobefoundattheMother’sDay Marketplaceinclude:Stainedglassart, nauticalwallart,kitchenitemssuchashot pads,apronsandtowels,essentialoils, homedécor,giftbaskets,luxuryleather products,wreaths,soycandlesandpottery.

Inadditiontothecraftvendors,food trucksfromGrandpaMacandSmashmouthwillbeattheparkduringthe event.TheIndianRiverHighSchool LacrosseTeamwillbeonhandselling bakedgoodsasafundraiserfortheteam.

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Thefollowingweek,EvansParkwill hostthefirstconcertinitssummerseries, asthepopularregionalbandLowerCase BluestakesthestageonWednesday,May 14from6p.m.to8p.m.Therewillbe foodtrucksavailableandguestsarewelcometobringsmallcoolersaswellas theirchairsandblankets.

Thetownwillhostseveralmoreconcertsthroughoutthesummer,including DustinShowersonWednesday,June25, OntheEdgeonWednesday,July9, Decade80onWednesday,July30,Love SeedMamaJumponWednesday,Aug.13 andCharlieandtheCoolToneson Wednesday,Sept.10.

St.AnntocelebrateRev.Klevence’s40thyear

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

TheRev.JohnKlevencefirststarting feelingacallingfromGod,andbegan thinkingaboutenteringthepriesthood, whenhewasaboyinseventhgradebut forgotaboutitduringhishighschool years.

Then,afterhighschool,thatspiritual nudgingreturnedandhedecidedtobe apriest,withtheblessingofhismother, whotoldhim,“ThisisyourlifeandI wantyoutobehappy.”Andheis.At68, thepastorofSt.AnnParishinBethany Beachstilldeeplyenjoyseachdayand, with aspecialMassat3:30p.m.on Sunday,May4,willobservehis40th yearinavocationthatallowshimto worshipandcelebratewithbelievers andtobeaclosecomfortwhentheyare distraught,grieving,sickanddying.

“Youvisitthesickandevenaperson whoisunresponsive,youseethemtryingtomakethesignofthecross.When you’reprayingwiththem,youseethem tryingtomovetheirlips,tryingtosay theOurFatherassickastheyare.Itis soengrainedinthem,somuchapartof who theyare.Eventhoughtheyarenot abletorespond,theyarestilltryingto pray,”hesaid.

“BeingapriestisacallingfromGod, definitely.IthinkGodcallsuswhether

tobeapriestoradeacon.Weallfeelwe arecalledtothatparticularministry. WhatdoIloveaboutit?Iloveeverything.CelebratingMassisthemost wonderfulthing.It’sthehighpointofa priest’slife.Hearingconfessionsisvery humbling.Administeringsacraments. Visitingthesick,”hetoldCoastalPoint duringatelephoneconversationthis week.

AtthespecialMassonSunday,the Rev.Klevencewillbecelebrantandthe Rev.WilliamCocco,pastorofSt.Edmond’sCatholicChurchinRehoboth BeachandformerlyanOceanCity, Md.,policeofficer,willpresentthe homily,orsermon.Themenkneweach otherwhentheRev.KlevencewaspastoratHolySaviorCatholicChurchin OceanCityyearsago.BishopWilliam Koenigwon’tbeabletoattend,duetoa priorcommitment,buttheRev.Joseph Dovari,associatepastoratSt.Ann,will betherewithotherpriests.

ThebishopwasatSt.Annearlier thisweek,blessingthenewAdoration Chapelthatwillopensoon.

TheChapelwillprovideaquietarea “wherepeoplecangoandprayandbe inthepresenceofourLord,”theRev. Klevencesaid,addingheplannedto placetheHolyEucharistinthechapel afterMassonWednesdayandasked thatparishionerscallthechurchoffice

andaskwhenitwillbeopen.ReachSt. Annat(302)539-6449.

“Anumberofpeoplehaveaskedfor thisChapel.Thepersonwhowasthe strongestaskingforitisaladyinthe parish,andshewasalwaystalkingabout it.St.Jude’sinLeweshasachapelbutit seats40people.Ourswillonlyseat14. It’sforprivatevisitation,”hesaid, addingMasswillnotbecelebrated there.

TheRev.Klevence,anativeof DelawareCountyinthePhiladelphia area,isquicktodeflectattentionoff himselfandcreditparishioners,including AndyMaggioofOceanView,who, afewyearsago,startedaministryto providerosariesandscapularsto schools,veterans’hospitalsandinstitutionsworldwideandwhohasnowgiven away500,000ofthem,andBelkis Stallings,aSt.Annparishionerwho askedfortheAdorationChapel.

ThesonofFrancisandPatricia Klevence,thepastorhasabrother, Michael,andsister,Lisa,neitherwhois intheministry,althoughhehadagreat unclewhowaspriestandwhodiedin the early1970s.

HemetPopeBenedictandPope JohnPaulII,bothwhoarenowdeceased,buthasn’tbeentoRomein about15yearsandnevermetPope Francis.

“HewastheHolyFatherandof courseweloveandrespectandprayfor theHolyFatherallthetime.Every popeisdifferent.Theyallhavetheir weaknessesandstrengths.Notthatwe willalwaysagreewitheverything,”he said,characterizingPopeFrancis,who diedtheMondayafterEaster,as“atrue exampleofJesus,”especiallyforappearing inpublicEasterSundayandblessingthefaithfuleventhoughhewasvery illandtooweaktoreadhismessage.

“Hehadbeenbattlingillnessand havingareallytoughtimebuthewas thereandlessthan12hourslaterhe died,”theRev.Klevencesaid.

“We’reallhumanandwefallonour facesmanytimes.WhenIgotobedat nightIcansayinallhonestyItriedmy best.Ididn’talwayssucceed.Ididn’talwaysgetitrightbutItried.TheLordis kind andmerciful.Sometimesweare harderonourselves.InconfessionIsay, ‘Godforgivesusbutwe’rebeatingourselveswithabaseballbat.’Godforgives ussowehavetoforgiveourselves,”he said.

Despitewhatsomebelieve,beinga priestisnotalonelylife,saidthepastor, whohasbachelor’sandmaster’sdegrees intheologyfromSt.CharlesBorromeo SeminaryinPhiladelphiaandSt. Mary’sSeminaryinBaltimore.Before beingassignedtoSt.Annin2012,he servedatHolySaviorCatholicChurch in OceanCity;St.ElizabethCatholic ChurchinWilmington;OurLadyof FatimaCatholicChurchinNewCastle, Del.;ImmaculateConceptionParishin Marydel,Md.;HolyChildRoman CatholicChurchinWilmington;St. MaryStaroftheSeaCatholicChurch inOceanCity;andSt.PeterTheApostleRomanCatholicChurchinNew Castle;Del.Hehasaskedthebishopto lethimremainatSt.Annuntilheretires.Retirementageforpriestsis70.

“AtmyageandwithmyhealthI asked nottobeassignedanywhereelse,” hesaid,referringtoaheartcondition thatrequiredsurgeryafewyearsago.

Zatcofftobring‘Broadway’toEpworth

SpecialtotheCoastalPoint•Submitted RachelZatcoff,secondfromright,performsinFiddlerontheRoof.

ActressandsopranoRachelZatcoff hasgracedstagesfromNewYorkto

London,starringinPhantomofthe Opera(onBroadway),inWestSide

Story(internationaltour)andinFiddler ontheRoofinYiddish(directedbyJoel Grey).OnWednesdayJune26,at7 p.m.,Zatcoffwillheadlineadelightful eveningoffavoriteBroadwayshow tunes—andsomehiddengemsaswell. Theconcert,whichwillbeperformedat EpworthUnitedMethodistChurchin RehobothBeach,willbenefitDelaware Womenade,thecharityledbyRachel’s mother,BethanyBeachresidentTeresa Zatcoff.Rachelwillbeaccompaniedby pianistDougYetter,andshe’llbejoined byvocalistsJaceyBrittingham,Elena CapiroandTaylorCostanzo. Thisspecialperformancehasstrong localconnections.Yetterco-founded ClearSpaceTheatreCompanyin2014, andisbothMinisterofMusicatEpworth,andArtisticDirectorofthe100voiceCAMPRehobothChorus.

Brittingham,whohasperformedprofessionallyinNewYork,nowservesas DirectorofDevelopmentfortheMiltonTheatre.CapiroisayoungLewes resident,andpartoftheMiltonTheatre’sMusicalTheatreEnsemble. Costanzo,anativeofRehobothand currentNewYorkCityresident,isa classicalvocalistandstudentofRachel’s. TeresaZatcofffoundedDelaware WomenadeaftermovingtoBethany Beachin2010.HerotherboardmembersarePeggyKentandKatyMerlo. DelawareWomenadeispartofanationalgrassrootsmovementofgiving circles,withwomenhelpingwomen. TheDelawarechapterfocusesonPeople’sPlace2inMilford,whichoffers shelter,counselingservicesandother supportforwomenandchildrenfleeing domesticabuse.Overtheyears, DelawareWomenadehashelpedrenovatePeople’sPlace2’sthreeshelters, purchasedanewvanfortheorganization,andmadein-kinddonationsas needed.

RacheldesignedtheJune26concert programwithagoalofincludingsome femalecomposerswhoseworks,she said,“reflecthope,resilienceand strength.”The“BroadwayDreams”audiencewillnotonlyenjoyaneveningof beautifulmusic,butwillbehelpingto giveSouthernDelawaredomesticviolencesurvivorsthatall-importanthope. Concertticketsare$50,andcanbe purchasedthroughEventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/broadway-dreams-a-night-with-rachel-zatcoff-tickets-1290375179899

EpworthUnitedMethodistChurch is locatedat19285HollandGladeRd., RehobothBeach.

Formoreinformation: https://www.delawarewomenade.org/ev ents/broadway-dreams

“Somanypeoplearelikemyfamily. We’renotbloodrelatedbuttheyare family.Priestshaveagoodbalancebetweenalonetimeandbeingwithpeople. Itgivesusachancetopray,tolistento music,toread,torecharge,”hesaid.He alsoenjoystraveling,goingouttodinner,seeingshowsinNewYorkand readingbooksabouthistory.

“Iconsidermyselfasmallnutorbolt inthebigenterprisethatisthechurch.I justlooktothepopeforguidanceand directionandwhateverhewantsIwill obey,”thepastorsaid,addinghedoubts therewillbechangesinthechurch,in hislifetimeatleast,allowingprieststo marryorwomentobepriests.

“TheHolyFatherisnotaskingfor myopinion,”hesaid.

“IftheHolyFatherwantssomething doneorsomethingchanged,heisthe boss.Hemakesthedecisions.”

Editorial Columns

LetterstotheEditor

Editorial

OneofourfavoriteweeksoftheyeariswhenPattiGrimes,theexecutivedirectoroftheJoshuaM.FreemanFoundation,standsinfront ofSussexCountycouncilandissuesherreportontheimpactofthe FreemanArtsPaviliontothecommunityasawhole.

ThefoundationwascreatedafterthepassingofJoshFreemanina helicoptercrashin2006.

“Helovedthearts,athleticsandtheoutdoors,andhiswife, MichelleFreeman,foundedtheJoshuaM.FreemanFoundationthat onlyexistswithpublicsupportandtheCounty’ssupport,”saidGrimes. “Ourvisionistransforminglivesthroughtheartsandwe’vebeendoing thatfor18years,andhavetransformedtheartslandscapehereandelevatedthehumanspirit...We’remakingbigstridesineconomicimpact andhealthandwellnessofourcommunity.”

Let’sstartwiththateconomicimpactfornow.Accordingto Grimes,thankstothePavilion,$150million“hasbeenforgedintothis county.”Afterseeing108,000peoplevisitthePavilionlastyear,Grimes expectsthatnumbertosoartocloseto150,000thisyear,thankstoa new,permanentstagethatwillexpandtheseatingto4,000.That’san

Alothaschangedinthiscommunityovertheyears.

Andthat,dearreaders,iswhyIgetpaidthebigbucks.Keen observationslikethatone.Youarewelcome.

additional42,000peoplemakingtheirwaytoSelbyvilletoenjoyaperformance,oftenstoppingatlocalrestaurantsandshopsastheyvisit. Thatisrealimpact.

AndtheimpactofthemoneythatgoestotheFoundationisvery real,aswell.AccordingtoGrimes,everydollardonatedisvalued,and theywanttobecertainthat“we’reconnectedtocommunitieslivingin poverty—andthatisjustafactineverycommunity.Wehaveover43 non-profitorganizationswepartnerwithtomakesurechildrenand familieshavetheopportunitytocelebratethearts,andthatincludes transportationgrants.”

Itisamissiontheyhaveundertakentoexposepeople,especially youngpeople,totheartswhomaynotnormallyhavetheopportunity. Theygetintheschools,providefreechildren’sentertainmentonSaturdaymorningsandgenuinelysharetheartswithourcommunity.

WearefortunatetohavesuchaFoundationandfacilitydoingthese thingsforourcommunity,andgetimpressedeveryyearwhenGrimes sharesthenumberswithCountyCouncil.

Maythiseffortlastforgenerationstocome.

EntrepeneurshipstillaliveandwellinSussex Communitybenefitsfromartspavilion ViewPoint

iPad,amIright?

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Point of No Return

Darin J. McCann

Ofcoursethingshavechangedhere.They’vechangedeverywhere.Let’sjustexaminethetimeperiodsincewestartedpublishingtheCoastalPointinFebruary 2004.Theworldhasseendrasticchanges intechnology,fromthequick-paceadvancementsofAItosocialmediatopayingbillsonlinetothenear-absenceofcash transactionstotheproliferationofstreamingourentertainmenttothoselittledevicesinourpocketsandpursesthatonce wereusedtocallpeopleandarenowutilizedfor,well,pickyour poison.It’sliterallyallrightthereinthepalmofyourhandnow.

Butthereisstillonethingthatholdstruehere,evenafterthe dizzyingarrayofchangeswehaveallwitnessed,andsometimes, suffered—itisstillatremendousplaceto“hangupyoursign”if youarelookingtostartyourownbusinessandsetcourseonyour ownadventure.

We’veseenchangesgloballyinwhatnationsgetalong, watchedcountrysingersincorporate“hooks”andrapsintotheir musicwhilehip-hopartistsdiptheirtoeinthecountrygenre,and havewatchedourownnationprettymuchtearapartitselfatthe seams ascitizenswatchthe24-hoursnewsstationoftheir“personalflavor”for20hoursadayandgetmadattheotherhalfof thecountrythat’swatchingtheotherchannels.

So,yeah.Itwouldmakesensethatwe’veseenchangeslocally, aswell.

Growth,obviously,isthebigone.Populationnumbershave soaredwhiledevelopmentshavegoneupseeminglyatthespeed oflight,andthemake-upofthepeoplecomingherehaschanged overthattime,aswell.We’veseenmoreyoungfamiliesmovehere year-roundafterapandemicshowedthatpeoplecouldworkremotely,and,hey,ifyoucanworkremotely,whynotdoitatthe beachinasafecommunityforyourchildren?Andwehaveseen manyinthe“BabyBoomer”generationpickthiscommunityas theirretirementspot,asit’sstillclosetothelargercitieswhere theirchildrenandfamiliesmaynowlive,buttheygetthejoyof livinghereandreadingtheCoastalPointinprinteveryweek.

I mean,thatjustmakessense.Weallloveadigitalworld,butI canassureyouthatnothinghitsbetterthandrippingcrab“mustard”onapictureofmyfacewhileyou’reoutsidebustingopen crustaceans.I’mprettysureyoudon’twanttodothatoveryour

Iwasremindedofthisagainwhile readingthisweek’sstoryontheBethany BeachTownCouncilmeeting.Patrick Sheplee,acouncilmanandmemberofthe Non-ResidentialDesignReviewCommittee,gavehisreporttotheCouncil.He mentionednewsignsatLakeBethanyand SunshineBaguette,aswellasaparapetforBethanySunandSea, anewbusinesscomingtoGarfieldParkwaywhereSunsations previouslywaslocated.

In addition,hementionednewsignsforFem,anewboutique onGarfieldParkway;Surfin’Betty’sBurgerBar,nexttoDiFebo’s Market;SweetiezCandyShop,comingtoGarfieldParkway;and anewJuicebox,whereSandyPawswaslocated.Andthosearejust thenewbusinessesinBethanyBeach.

Infact,takeastrollupanddownGarfieldParkwayanditsoffshootroadsifyouhaven’tinawhile,orifyoujusthaven’tpaid muchattention.Theshopsandrestaurantsare,forthevastmajority,locally-owned.Someofthemaresecondorthirdlocationsof thatperson’sdream,orthefirstofwhatbecameotherlocations elsewhere.Itisatestamenttothenotionthatsmallbusinessescan thriveinacommunitythatsupportsthem,andprovidesinspirationeverysingledaytoalloftheyoungdreamersherewhowish tostarttheirownoneday.

Keepingthingslocaldoesaton,obviously.Itgivesacommunityauniquenessbyhavingthingsotherplacesmightnot,andit keeps alotofthemoneyinthearea.Ifso-and-sofromMillville ownsastoreinBethanyorOceanVieworanyofourtowns,that moneygetsre-circulatedbackintothecommunityastheowner andemployeeslive,shopandeathere.Itpaystohavelocallyownedbusinessesinnearlyeveryway. Andthisisstillatremendousplaceforthat,despitethe changesallaroundus.

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GuestColumn

Billisnewoptiontoavoid‘tangledtitles’

ByWendellAlfred AARPStatePresident, GeorgeMeldrum AARPStatePresidentEmeritus

Planningaheadforthetransferof yourpropertyisoneofthebestgifts youcangiveyourfamily—peaceof mind.Butwhathappenswhena Delawarehomeownerpassesaway withoutavalidwill?Theresultcanbea “tangledtitle”,whenthenameofthe personlivinginthehomeisnotonthe deed.

Withoutacleartitletotheproperty,

Letters

Candidateurges

electiondatechange

Editor:

TheTownofSouthBethanywill holdanelectiononMay10forthree seatsonitsTownCouncil.Thetown usedtoholditselectiononMemorial Day.Holdingtheelectionduringthe off-season,whenthevastmajorityof

itmaybeimpossibletobuyhomeowner’sinsurance,getahomeequity loanorsellthehome.Familiesoften faceacostly,drawn-outlegalprocessto clearthetitleandtransferthehometo thenewowner.

AARPDelawaresupportsHouse Bill147,whichwouldcreateaTransfer onDeathDeed(TODDeed)forour state.Thedocumentallowsahomeownertotransfertheirhometoaloved onewhentheydiesimplybynaminga beneficiary(justlikewecurrentlydo withcars,pensionproceedsandretirementaccounts).TODDeedshavea

trackrecordofworkingwellinother states.TheyhavebeenusedintheU.S. formorethan35years,and30states currentlyallowthem.

BycompletingaTODDeedandfilingitwiththeRecorderofDeeds, homeownerscanensuretheirhome goesdirectlytothepersontheychoose, avoidingthecomplexityofprobateor theexpenseofatrust.TODDeedscan alsohelppreventfraudbecausetheyrequirenotarizationandmustbepublicly recordedbeforethepropertyowner’s death, addedsafeguardsnotpresent withawill.

Accordingtoa2024AARPsurvey ofolderAmericans,almosthalfdon’t haveawill,andthenumberiseven higherforHispanic,Black,andlow-incomerespondents.Whenahomeowner dieswithoutawill,thecosttoclearthe titlecanpreventtheaccumulationof generationalwealthforthefamily.TOD DeedswillgiveDelawareansanadditionalestateplanningtool,especially usefulforhomeownerswhosemain assetistheirhome.

WeurgelegislatorstogiveDelaware homeownersthissimple,low-costoptionandtopassHB147thisyear.

theelectorateisoutoftown,isaproblem.Ifelectionscontinuetobeheldin off-seasons,itwillbecomeamassive problemforthetownlater.

First,letmenotethatIamoneof fivecandidatesinthecurrentelection.I amwritingthisletternow,beforethe election,toemphasizethatmyconcern hasnothingtodowithwhetherIwinor loseaseatonthecouncil.Iwillnotdrop

myconcernifIwinaseat.NorwillI blamealossontheschedule.Itisamatterofthetown’slong-terminterests. Thetownisfacingmajorinfrastructureneeds.Thenumbercurrently floatedis$14million,butweallknow thatfigurewillgrow.Thepossibilityof additionalFederalgrantsisgoneand thereisgeneralconsensusthatwecannot simplytaxourwayoutofthechal-

lenge.Otherfinancingsourceswillbe needed.

TheTownCouncildoesnothavethe legalauthorityonitsowntoapprovea significantfinancingapproach.There willhavetobeareferendumorsimilar action.Thecommunitymustbeknowledgeableabouttheissueslongbefore

theyareaskedtomaketoughdecisions abouttheirfuture.

Oneofthebestwaystoeducatethe communityistoholditselectionswhile peopleareintownandpayingattention. Oneoptionwouldbetohave“campaign season”inAugustwithearlyvotingoptions.DuringAugust,whenthetownis bustling,communitymemberswould seecampaignlawnsigns,readinthe CoastalPointarticlesabouttheissues andcandidates,andbeabletoattend candidateforumssuchastheoneheld bythetownonApril25.Thenewlyelected councilmemberswouldtake theirseatsinlateSeptember,inplenty oftimetojoincouncildeliberationson thebudgetandeverythingelse.

Holdingelectionswhenthecommunityisintownwouldbeagreatwayto educatethecommunityovertimeso thattheywillbepreparedtomake toughdecisionswhenareferendumis heldinthefuture.Waitingtoeducate thecommunityuntilareferendumis proposedwouldbeadisservicetothe community.

StephenGallagher South Bethany

Residentopposes end-of-lifebill

ThefollowingletterwassenttoGov. MeyerandforwardedtotheCoastalPoint forpublication.

DearGovernorMeyer:

Iamwritingtoexpressmyconcern andobjectiontothepossibilityofyou signingintolawHB140!Yourapproval ofandsignaturewillmakeassistedsuicidelegalinDelaware.Yourpredecessor, amanoflimitedreligiousbeliefs,rejectedthislawwhileinoffice.Ibelieve thatyouhavecommittedtosigningit.I entreatyoutofollowGovernorCarney’s examplebysimilarlyrejectingHB140.

Iamconfusedbythethoughtprocess usedbyDemocratsingeneralconcerning“life.”Theyarerabidsupportersof abortion,nowseemtobestrongsup-

portersofassistedsuicidebuthavebattledsuccessfullytoeliminatetheexecutionofsomeonewhoisundeniably guiltyofthemostheinousmurder! Howcananyonesupportthesepositionsthataresocontradictorytosound thought andreasoning?

Everyone,regardlessofpoliticaland religiouspersuasion,determineswhere theystandonthese“lifeending”choices andfrommyperspectiveIaskthatyou rejectthishorribleBill.

ThomasM.KeeleyIII OceanView

Readerresponds topreviousletter

Editor:

Itisinterestingtoseeinprintcomplaintsthatreflectourcomfortzones. Mr.Shockley’slettertotheeditorreflectshisuncomfortablefeelingswhen hisbeliefsarebeingprotested.HisversionofthePeacefulProtestonApril19

isdifferentfromwhatIsaw.Mr.Shockleyisusingareligiousholidaytimeperiodtoexpresshisobjectiontoa pushbackontheextremedismantlingof ourgovernmentbythecurrentadministration.TheprotestwasonaSaturday, notaHolyday.

Thegatheringwastoexpressour concernswithadministrationmissteps andtolistentoourlocalDelaware electedofficials.

Therewasnomorecongestioninthe areaoftheboardwalkthanonaregular summer beachday.Parkinghasalways beenanissueinRehobothBeach.No onewasdeniedtheopportunitytodine, shopandenjoythesaltwaterand Boardwalk.Businesseswerenotblocked andtherewaseasyaccesstheboardwalk andthebeach.

CutstofundingoflibrariesNationwideandlocallywillreducetheirprogramingandstaffing,whichcurtailsthe amountoftimefamiliescanspendina librarythatShockleyfondlypromotes.

Oureconomyisbeingdirectlyaffected bylossofjobsandcutsinourpaychecks orretirementchecks,aswellassmall businessstaffingandinventory. Untilwewalkintheshoesofsomeonewhoislivingpaychecktopaycheck, notknowingwherethemoneyiscomingfromtofeedthefamily,paythe mortgage/rentorfindajob,wewillnot understandtheimpactthattheextreme changesingovernmentishavingonits people.

PeacefulProtestcallsattentiontothe cruelrecklessdestructiontogovernment programsthatprotectthenation’spopulationinhealthcare,education,research, etc.

Apopulationofsickpeopleover time,alongwithnoeducation,willreduceanationtodirepovertyundera governmentofauthoritarianism.Isthis thetypeofnationMr.Shockleywants ustolivein?

DorisP.Pierce OceanView

Libraryeventsbringbooks,authorstolocalkids

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

Whentheelementaryschoolers metauthorLennyHort,theymarveledathismovingstories,giggledat hissillypoemsandaskedquestions abouthowtobecomeawriter.

HisApril28visittoLordBaltimoreElementarySchool(allsix grades)wassponsoredbytheFriends ofSouthCoastalLibrary(FOSCL). “Theybringustheseawesomeauthorssoyoucanlearnaboutwriting andbooks,”LBPrincipalPamWebb toldthestudents.

Hereadfromanextra-largecopy ofthebook“HowManyStarsinthe Sky?”(a“ReadingRainbow”selection withbeautifulillustrationsbyJames E.Ransome).Here,acity-dwelling littleboyandhisdadsearchfordark countrysidetogostargazing,because they’remissingthemom,wholoves stars.

Hortreadsillyselectionsfrom “TieYourSocksandClapYourFeet: Mixed-upPoems,”andthenhe sharedhisbrainstormingprocess— andchallenges—forcreatingeach line.Healsotalkedaboutthedelightful“TheSealsontheBus”(a SchoolLibraryJournalBestBookof theYear).

Theolderstudentswereendlessly curiousaboutanauthor’slife,asking howlongittakestowriteabook,

andhowHortevenstartedwriting. Hortwasinelementaryschoolwhen hebegancreatingstories,inspiredby hisfather,achemistwhowouldtell bedtimestories.

Hortbecameachildren’sbookeditorinNewYorkCity,andhestarted writingprofessionallytohelpother creatorsbeefuptheirownstories. Sincethen,Horthascreatedplays; adaptedmythology,folkandfairy tales;taughthighschoolEnglishand advisedDramaClubinNewJersey; andofcourse,writtenchildren’sfiction.

“Inmanycases,Igetmyideas

frommykids.Ihavethreedaughters [nowgrown],andIdedicatedabook toeachofthem,”Hortsaid. TheFoSCL’sSchoolPartnership Programworkstoboostliteracyand readingatLordBaltimoreandthe EarlyLearningCenterinFrankford. “Formanyofthestudents,this willbetheirfirstcontactwithareal, liveauthor,”saidLisaSaxton,a FOSCLvolunteer.“Beingableto boosttheirlifeexperiencesiscritical totheireducationalfutures.Our hopeistoleavethemwithalasting

SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES

Lakeside clubhouse with shaded verandas and game room

Resort-style pool with lazy river, splash pad, and bath house

Tennis and pickleball courts

Fitness center with yoga room

Fishing pier

Walking trails

Dog park

memoryandanexcitementforreading.”

AsfortheApril28event—“they justsoakeditallup,”Saxtonsaid.

Getmoreatyour locallibrary

Kidscanfindsomuchattheir locallibraryyear-round,frombooks andcomputers,toSTEMandartactivities,togameandmovienight. SummerReadingProgramiscoming tolocallibrarieswithevenmore weeklyfreeactivities,music,theatre andfreefun.

“They’vegotwonderfulprograms forthekids.There’salwayssomethingthere,anditchangesweekly,” saidSaxton.

Ofcourse,signingupforafreelibrarycardcanopenDelawareansup totheentirestate’scollectionworth ofresources.Therearemorethana dozenpubliclibrariesinSussex County,plusschoollibrariesand otherspeciallocations.

Checkouttheeventscalendarat https://delawarelibraries.libcal.com/c alendar.Individuallibrariesalsohave theirownwebsiteswithhours,servicesandcatalogs.

VISIT OURmodels

WELCHES POND

CARDINAL GROVE MODEL HOME: The Monterey

PENINSULA LAKES

BRENTWOOD MODEL HOME: The Southport

WALDEN

THE PENINSULA MODEL HOME: The Bluebell

THE ESTATES AT BRIDGEWATER

SERENITY AT CUBBAGE POND

LIGHTSHIP COVE MODEL HOME: The Hadley

MIRALON

IRSDhostingreferendumonThursday,June5

Initiativetoraise fundingforoperating expenses

TheIndianRiverSchoolDistrict willhostacurrentexpensereferendumonThursday,June5.Thereferendumwillseekfundinginthe amountof$22.5millionforincreased operatingcostsandtomaintaina competitivesalarypackage,officials said.

VotingonJune5isfrom7a.m. until8p.m.atanyoftheselocal pollingplaces:EastMillsboroElementarySchool,GeorgetownElementarySchool,IndianRiverHigh School,LongNeckMethodist Church(newpollingplace),LordBal-

timoreElementarySchool,Millville CommunityCenter,SelbyvilleVolunteerFireCompanyfirehall(new pollingplace)andSussexCentral HighSchool.Tovoteinthereferendum,apersonmustbeacitizenofthe UnitedStatesandthestateof Delaware,mustbedomiciledwithin theIndianRiverSchoolDistrictand mustbeatleast18yearsold.

“Thisisanextremelyimportant referendumforthefutureoftheIndianRiverSchoolDistrict,”IRSDSuperintendentJayOwenssaid.

“Withoutadditionallocalrevenue,we willfacedifficultstaffingdecisions andpotentialimpactstoouracademic, athleticandextra-curricularprograms. Ouroperatingexpensesareincreasing ataratethatissimplynotsustainable ifwearetocontinuetoprovidequal-

ityeducationalservicestoourstudents.

“Sinceourlastsuccessfulcurrent expensereferendumeightyearsago, wehavefollowedthestandardcycleof buildingup,andthensubsequently spendingdown,thedistrict’sreserve balances.Thatcycle,coupledwithsignificantincreasesinoperatingexpensesinrecentyears,hasledthe districttooperateinabudgetdeficit sinceFiscalYear2023.Wearenowat apointwhereweneedthepublic’sassistancetosustainthehighlevelof servicesourstudentsdeserve.”

Sincethe2017referendum,the largestescalationsinoperatingexpenseshaveoccurredinutilitycosts, studenttransportation,substitute costs,mentalhealthserviceunits,and requiredcharterandchoiceschool

payments.Thedistrict’sannualbudget deficitssincethe2023fiscalyearhave rangedfrom$4.2millionto$7.3million.Withoutthepassageofthereferendum,furthershortfallsareprojected inthe2026fiscalyearandbeyond, Owenssaid.

Thedistrict,hesaid,mustalso offeracompetitivesalarypackagethat willcontinuetoattracttalentededucationalprofessionalsandmaintain thequalityprogramsandservices beingofferedtostudents.Thedistrict hasalreadyreducededucationalservices,whichresultedindecreased staffingdistrictwide.Thedistricthas furtherinitiatedcost-savingsmeasures intheformofdiscretionarybudget reductions.

“Weunderstandtheuncertainty ourresidentsfaceinregardtopropertyreassessmentandrisingenergy bills,andwesincerelyappreciatethe supportofthosewhovotedforour previousreferendum,”Owenssaid. “Wehopeourpublicwillunderstand theneedforthisinitiativeandlendits supporttoourstudentsonJune5.” Withvoterapproval,thereferendumwillresultinataxincreaseof $0.0559per$100ofassessedproperty value,whichcorrelatestoanincrease of$22.40permonthor$268.88per yearfortheaveragedistricttaxpayer. Voterregistrationisnotrequiredto voteinthereferendum,butvoters mustprovideproofofidentityorresidencyateachpollingplace.Residents mayvoteatanyoftheeightpolling places.Tobeeligibletovote,anindividual’sresidenceintheIndianRiver SchoolDistrictmustbehisorherprimaryresidence.

Absenteeballotsmayberequested viaU.S.MailuntilnoononFriday, May30.In-personabsenteevotingis availableattheDepartmentofElectionsSussexCountyOfficeuntilnoon onWednesday,June4.Requestfor AbsenteeBallotformsareavailableat alldistrictschools.Formoreinformation,contacttheDepartmentofElectionsSussexCountyOfficeat(302) 856-5367orviaemailtoabsenteesc@delaware.gov.

Formoreinformationaboutthe referendum,visitthedistrict’sspecial referendumwebsiteatirsd.net/referendum.ResidentscanalsocontactIndianRiver’sReferendumHotlineat (302)436-1079orsubmitquestions viae-mailto referendum@irsd.k12.de.us.

Districtofficialsareavailableto givepresentationsaboutthereferendum.Anylocalcommunitygroupthat wouldliketoscheduleavisitfroma districtadministratortolearnmore aboutthisinitiativeiswelcometo contactthesuperintendent’sofficeat (302)436-1000.

ABCselling usedbicycles atHopeCenter

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

AssistingBicycleCommuterswill haveabout30usedbicyclesforsale, rangingfrom$75to$150,from8a.m. tonoononSaturday,May10,atthe pavilionbehindtheHopeCenterat Mariner’sBethelGlobalMethodist ChurchinOceanView.

Availablebicycleswillincludecruisers,thosewithgearsandchildren’s bikes.Buyersmaypaycash,writea checkorusePayPal.

Allbicycleshavebeeninspectedand volunteermechanicswillassistcustomers.

Proceedsfromthesale—usuallytotaling$2,000to$3,000—willbeused tocontinuetheAssistingBicycleCommuters’program,whichprovidesanyone whoneedstransportationwithafreebicycle,withmostgoingtostudentswho cometoAmericaduringthesummeron J1visasandworkintheBethanyBeach andOceanViewarea.Theall-volunteer programstartedin2004.

“Ourcredoisanybodywhowantsto workoughttobeabletohavetransportationtogettoworkevenifitis somethingasfundamentalasbicycle transportation.Ninety-fivepercentisJ1 students,”DaveSykes,whoorganizes theprogram,said.

“Everyyear,webringthemallout. Wegothroughthemandgivethemone morevisualinspectionandwetagthem usingacolor-codedtaggingsystemso weknowthestatusofthebikes.While theshopisempty,wegetthebrooms outandwecleanitout,”hesaid,referringtoastorageshoponMariner’s propertyinOceanView.“Safetyisour No.1priority.Weworkcloselywiththe localpolicedepartments.Theyareall aboutsafety.Weputthekidsthrougha mandatorytrainingprogramwhenthey cometogetabike,aroadsafetytraining programwithsomeofourvolunteers whoarenationallyaccreditedbicycle trainingexperts,”hesaid.

Eachstudentwillreceiveahelmet andthisyeartheplanistoalsogive eachofthemareflectivebackpack.Last year,220studentsreceivedbicycles,so to helppayforthatmanybackpacks, eachcosting$35,ABCisapplyingfor grantsandmeetingwithorganizations andelectedofficialstoobtainfunding, Sykessaid.

“Theseyoungfolks,theseJ1students,comeoverhereandtheyaresuch acriticalcomponentofthestaffing population.Therearenotenoughlocal youngpeoplesotheyarecriticalin helpingtostaffourbusinessesduring

TheOceanCityLadyKnightsAuxiliaryInc.isinvitingCatholicwomenof allagestoattendaspecialopenhouse onSunday,May18,at1p.m.atColumbusHallinOceanCity,Md.

“Thiswelcomingeventoffersa chancetolearnmoreabouttheAuxiliary’sfaith-filledmissionoffellowship, service,andsupportforlocalparishes andcharitablecauses,”representatives said.

Lightlunchandrefreshmentswillbe served,andattendeeswillhavetheopportunitytomeetcurrentmembers, hearpersonalstoriesanddiscoverways togetinvolved.

“Ourcurrentofficersareproudto continuethemissionentrustedtousby thosewhocamebefore,”saidAdrienne Celeste,presidentoftheOceanCity LadyKnightsAuxiliary.“Weareso gratefulforthewomenwhohelpedestablishthisministry,andwe’reexcited tosharehowwearecontinuingtogrow infaithandservice.”

Theprogramwillincluderemarks andablessingfromtheRev.Lance Martin,pastorofHolySaviorandSt. MaryStaroftheSeaparishesandspiritualadvisortotheAuxiliary.

Ashortvideopresentationanda smallgroupactivitywillalsobepartof theafternoon’sexperience.

Theopenhouseisfreeandopento allCatholicwomen18orolder.RSVPs arerequestedbyMay12,at https://bit.ly/41PFRTBorbycalling (302)381-7708.

“Attendeesarealsobeingencouraged toreturnfortheAuxiliary’sMay CrowningCeremonyonMonday,May 19, inhonorofOurBlessedMother,” theysaid.

Formoreinformation,contactKimberlyBeanat kimberly@kimberlybean.comor(301) 440-1309orfollowtheauxiliaryon Facebookatfacebook.com/OCLadyKnights.

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thesummer.Inaroundaboutwaywe arereallyarehelpingthebusinesses. TheJ1programisaculturalexperience. Itallowsthemtocomeovertoworkbut italsoletsyoungpeoplewhomaybein collegehaveanopportunitytocome overhere.Theyhaveafavorableexperienceanditshapestheiropinionof Americaandtheytakethatbackwith them.That’simportantbecausesomeof themwillbeworldleaders,”Sykessaid. Anyoneinneedofabicyclecancall thechurchofficeat302-539-9510.To donateabicycle,leaveitonthebike rackattheshedinthebackofthe churchproperty.

DBGoffersfreeMother’sDayadmission

RaySander,Presidentofthe DelawareBotanicGardens(DBG),announcedthatDBGiscommittedhelpingtheSussexcommunity,our nonprofitcohortsattheFoodBankand especiallythoseconfrontingfoodinsecurities.

DBGwillcontinueitsMother’sDay traditionoffreeadmissionwithafood donationforFoodBankofDelaware. Sandernoted,“Overthelasttwo Mother’sDayFooddrives,ourvisitors havedonated3,000-poundsoffood, whichwedeliveredtotheFoodBank. OnSunday,May11,celebrateMother’s DaywithaFreeAdmissionwiththe fooddonation.DBGMembersand Children16andunderarealwaysfree, butweurgeyoutobringafooddonationtohelptheFoodBankandour mostvulnerableresidents.”

SherylSwed,DBGExecutiveDirectorsaid,“Diggingisintrinsictogardens.Weaskyoutodigdeeperand bringtheessentialfood,whichissourgentlyneeded.CelebrateMother’sDay bygivingtotheSussexcommunityand toyourmotherbyvisitingDBGon May11.Youcangiveyourmothera GiftDBGmembership,too,shecan celebrateallyearlong.GiftMembershipsareavailableattheGardenoronlineatwww.delawaregardens.org.”

StephenPryceLea,DBGDeputy ExecutiveDirectorforHorticulture, said,“Maybloomsinviteyoutoexperiencethegreatoutdoors,unfurlingferns, anddelicateflowers.Enjoyacolorfilledpaletteoflatespringperennialsin ourPietOudolfMeadow.Wesee smilesfromourguestsastheyenjoy thisuniqueshorelinegardenwithfam-

ilyandfriends.Also,wehavenative plantsonsaleinMayincluding:annuals,andperennials.Enjoythisspecial day,engagingwithnature.Itwillfree yourspirit.”

CathyKanefsky,PresidentandCEO oftheFoodBankofDelawaresaid, “OneineightDelawareansisfoodinsecure.TheU.S.DepartmentofAgriculturehashaltedscheduledshipments ofvitalfoodaid,asrisingfoodprices andpersistenteconomichardshipscontinuetodrivedemandforourservices. ThankyouDBGforyourcontinued support.”

TheDelawareBotanicGardensare opentothepublic,Thursdaythrough Sundayfrom9a.m.to4p.m.,andlocatedat30220PineyNeckRoad, Dagsboro,DE19939.

Gotowww.delawaregardens.org.

Walkers&Waggersaimstobringtogetherlike-mindedpeople

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TheRev.TerryDougherty,pastorof OceanViewPresbyterianChurch,deliversamessageinacasual,outdoorsettingforpetownersandtheirfaithful companionsonSunday,April27,asthe newWalkers&Waggersservicedebuted.Each20-minuteservicewill beginat8:30a.m.onSundaysandfeatureupliftingmessages.‘Wearetrying tofindacommunityoflike-mindedpeople…wewanttoworkoncommunity and wethoughtthiswasonewaytoattractpeopleontothiscampus,notnecessarilytoconvertthem,buttointeract withthem.Walkers&Waggerswillbe different,amuchbriefermessage.I haveassignedreadingsthatweread everyweekbutthosewillbemoreecologicalandtherewillbemoreofanoutdoorinterpretation.Itwillbeverybrief andwewillbeavoidinganyhightheology.Ifyou’reaChristianyouarewelcome.Ifyou’renotsure,youare welcome,’theRev.Doughertysaid.

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MeetingonFenwick sidewalkimprovements projectsetforMay13

TheDelawareDepartmentofTransportation(DelDOT),inconjunction withtheTownofFenwickIsland,is holdingapublicmeetingonapedestrianimprovementprojectwithinthe town.Themeetingwillbeheldon Tuesday,May13,attheTownofFenwickTownHall,locatedat800Coastal Highway,FenwickIsland.

Thepurposeoftheworkshopisto updatethepublicontheplannedimprovementsandobtaincommentson the proposedproject,whichwilladd pedestrianfacilitiesalongCoastal Highway(Route1)fromLighthouse Road(Route54)toJamesStreet.

Attendeeswillhavetheopportunity toreviewtheproposedalternativesand providecommentstoDelDOTrepresentatives.Membersoftheprojectteam andTownofFenwickIslandofficials willbeonhandtoanswerquestions. Thepublicfeedbackwillbeusedtofinalizethedesignoftheproposedpedestrianimprovements.

Peoplearebeinginvitedtoexpress their viewsinwriting,givingreasonsfor supportof,oroppositionto,thepresenteddesign.Commentswillbereceivedattheworkshoporcanbemailed toDelDOTCommunityRelationsP.O. Box778,Dover,DE19903,orsentvia emailtodotpr@delaware.gov.ThecommentdeadlineisJune30.

Thefullpublicnoticeisonlineat https://deldot.gov/About/publicevents/workshops/index.shtml?dc=wo rkshop&id=18774.

Lastdayofschool movedtoJune11

AtitsregularmeetingonApril28, 2025,theIndianRiverBoardofEducationapprovedaseriesofchangestothe 2024-2025schooldistrictcalendar.

•Thelastdayofschoolforstudents inGradesK-11willnowbeWednesday, June11.

•Thelastdayforpreschoolwillbe Tuesday,June10.

•FinalexamsatIndianRiverand SussexCentralhighschoolswillbeon Tuesday,June10,andWednesday,June 11

•Thelastdayforteacherswillbe Monday,June16.(Classroombreakdownday.)

•Thelastdayforparaprofessionals willbeWednesday,June11

•InfiniteCampustrainingforstaff willbeheldonFriday,June13

•Thursday,June12,willbearemote halfgrades,halfteacherworkdayfor teachers.

Thechangesresultedfromunused surplushoursbuiltintothecalendar whentheschooldaywasextendedby20 minutesonMarch31.

BethanytodiscussgrantingLLCvotes

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Afterhearingapleafrom83-yearoldresidentClairEvansLayton,who lostherrighttovoteintownelections becauseshehadherhometransferredto alimitedliabilitycompany,theBethany BeachCouncilagreedtoconsider schedulingaworkshoptodiscussthe matter.

DuringthePublicCommentsportionoftheFriday,April25,Town Councilmeeting,Laytonsaidshewas notallowedtovoteinthelasttown electionbecauseafterherhusbanddied herhousewas“putinanLLCandmy lawyerdidn’ttellmeonceitwasinan LLCIwouldlosemyrighttovote.

“Thishasbeenanextremelyemotionalsituationforme.I’vebeenhere forever.Evans—ifyoulookinthemuseum,you’llseeallthebackground.My husbandandIhadahouseherefor60 years.Iwanttovote.Ireallywantto vote.Thereissomethinginmeabout payingmytaxesandthenhavingnosay andjustbeingareciprocalofyourdecisionmakingwithouthavingawordto say,”shesaid.

Sheaskedifshewastheonlyone whohasgonebeforeCouncilwiththis concernandMayorRonCalefsaid therehasn’tbeenanybodyelse,but Councilwouldconsiderdiscussingit.

CouncilmanMickeyHinmansupportedthatidea.

Calefsaidit’snotaneasyprocessbecausenotbeingallowedtovoteifyour homeistransferredtoanLLCisarestrictionfoundinthetowncharter.

“Wewouldhavetogobacktothe stateandtherearesituationswewould havetolookatitintermsofwhatit opensup.Wehavealotofbusinessesin townandthatcouldopenituptobusinessesvoting.Coastaltownsarealittle differentfromothertownsinlandbecausemostofourresidentsdon’tlive herefulltime.Ibelieveit’shalfayear andyouhavetolistitasyourpersonal residence,”themayorsaid.

“Ijustcan’tbelieveIamtheonlyone whohasspokenoraddressedthisissue,” Laytonsaid,addingsurroundingtowns doallowresidentstovoteiftheirhomes aretransferredtoLLCs.

“Thebottomlineformeisfairness. Iwassostruckjustnowwhenwe pledgedthatflagatthebeginningof themeetingthinkingaboutallwho havegivenallsowecanhavethisfreedomtovote.Don’tyourememberthe BostonTeaParty?Taxationwithout representationwasthemajorissue…I amstilltotallyincontrolofmyhouse. TheonlyreasonIputitinLLCwasto balanceitformychildrenwhenI’m done.I’m83yearsold.I’minthefourth quarter,”shesaid.

Bethany’sPoseidonFestivalmarks10thyear

TheBethanyBeachPoseidonFestival willonceagaintakeplaceonMemorial Dayweekend.Thisannualeventkicksoff summerinBethanywithaseasidecelebration,oceanawareness,andimportant informationtohelpthecommunitynavigatethebusyseasonandprepareforpotentialcoastalemergencies.Eventswill takeplaceattheBandstandandNature CenterMay23–25.Alleventsarefree andsponsoredbytheTown.

Foropeningnight(Friday,May23) theBethany-FenwickAreaChamberwill holdaribboncuttingceremonyat4:45 p.m.ontheBandstandtocommemorate theevent’smilestone.Allarewelcometo participate.CaisoSteelBandwillplay rightafterfrom5-9p.m.Thisbandhas beenplayingandentertainingtogether since1979.Itssevenmembers,allformerlywiththeTrinidad&TobagoSteel

BandofWashington,DC,haveperformedpreviouslywithwell-known groupsinTrinidadandtheWestIndies. Thegroup’svariedrepertoireincludes popularmusic,Jazz,Rock,Calypso,Latin Americanandoriginalcompositions.For yearsCAISOhasperformedintheBaltimore-Washington,Virginia,Delaware, andPennsylvaniaregion.Sincethefestival celebratestheseaandeducatesonits forces,callingattentiontowindsandtheir effectontidesgoeshandinhand.Kite flyingisaperfectactivitytoincorporate. Thecommunityisinvitedtoflyakiteon thebeachfrom5:30–7p.m.whilethe steelmusicplaysinthebackground.Kites willbegiventothefirst100attendees. TidepoolToyswillalsobesellingspecial Poseidontheme-relatedkitesleadingup totheevent,andtheNatureCenterwill behostingakitebuildontheSaturday

before(May17). Piratesandmermaidswillbefeatured onSaturdayfrom1to5p.m.andSunday from11a.m.to3p.m.CaptainJackand hiscrewwilltransformtheBandstand PlazaintotheAgeofPiracyandthemagicalworldofmermaids.Therewillbepirateshows,alivemermaidtank,and multiplephotoopportunitiesthroughout theday.

OnSaturday,adultsandkidsalikecan comedressedinsea-faringcostumesto participateinthecostumecontest.3Hour TourwilltakethestagewithTropRock favoritesat1and3p.m.At5:30p.m., therewillbetheSuperJamBashskim boardcompetitiononthebeachoff GarfieldParkway.Thedaywillendwith theannualfavorite,AlohaSummer!Luau Show.Thisexcitingrevueofislanddances willthrillwithafireknifefinale.The

showtimeis7:30p.m.

Sundayfrom1–5p.m.featuresactivitiesattheBandstandthatsupportthe needforoceanawareness.NewLogic’s award-winningMarineScienceCampoffershands-onexplorationofsharks,sea giants,andfossils.TheMERRInstitute willhaveaninteractiveexhibitthatwillillustratetheirrescueeffortsandmissionof conservingmarinemammalsandseaturtles.TheChrisSacksBandwillplayfun beachmusicat1and3p.m.From5:30–7 p.m.,localexpertswillmeetandgreetthe communityandsharetipsonwhattodo inapotentialcoastalemergency.Lifeguards,policeofficers,andemergencypersonnelwillbeonhandtodiscussocean safetyanddistributehelpfulhandouts. TheU.S.NavyBandCountryCurrent willfinishouttheweekendat7:30on Sundaywithablendofmoderncountry musicandcutting-edgebluegrass.This seven-memberensembleemploysmusiciansfromdiversebackgroundswithextensivehigh-profilerecordingandtouring experienceinthemusicscenesof Nashville,NewYork,NewOrleansand more.Eachmemberisaskilledperformer onmultipleinstruments.

OnMonday,theVFWPost7234will honorthetruemeaningofMemorialDay withaserviceontheBandstandat11 a.m.

Forfulldetails,visitwww.townofbethanybeach.comunderActivities,PoseidonFestival.

TradeNighttaking placeMay6

Threeleadinglocalbusinessesare teaminguponceagaintohostthe4th AnnualExploretheTradesNight,an excitingcommunityeventdesignedto introduceresidentstohigh-demandcareersintheskilledtrades.

SeasidePlumbing,ExpertWire,and ArcticHeatingandAirConditioning willwelcomeguestsonTuesday,May6, from5to7p.m.atSeasidePlumbing’s newlocation,11935WorcesterHighway,Bishopville,MD21813.

Thisfreeeventoffersahands-on lookatreal-worldcareersinplumbing, electrical,andHVACtrades.Attendees willhavetheopportunitytomeetindustryprofessionals,exploretrainingand careeropportunities,andlearnaboutthe growingdemandforskilledworkers.

Theeveningwillfeatureliveequipmentdemonstrations,foodandrefreshments,andexcitingdoorprizes, includingprofessionaltoolsandgift cards.

Residentsofallagesareencouraged toattend—especiallystudentsexploring careeroptionsandparentswho wanttolearnmoreaboutopportunities availablefortheirchildren.

Formoreinformation,contactSeasidePlumbingat(410)641-1368.

AyoungsterboardsaDNRECairboatinthetouch-a-boatareaatthe2024WaterFamilyFest.For2025,attractionsincludetouch-a-boat,wetlandsexploration,abeekeeping demo,raingardendevelopment,anativeplantsaleandmore.PhotocourtesyofDNREC.

WaterFamilyFest&NativePlantSalehasoutdooractivitiesandwet-feetfun

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

Peopleareinvitedtospendaday innature:learn,connectandprotect —andalsodosomegardenshopping,festivaleatingandfun-timing.

TheannualWaterFamilyFestand NativePlantSalewillreturnonSaturday,May3,from10a.m.to2p.m. (rainorshine),hostedbyDelaware DepartmentofNaturalResources andEnvironmentalControl (DNREC)andtheCenterfortheInlandBays(CIB).

Thisoutdoorfestivalandresource fairisfreeandopentothepublic,locatedatJamesFarmEcologicalPreserveinOceanView.Itfeatures “feet-wet,hands-dirtyfun,”outdoor recreationandeducationalopportunities,multipleexhibits,foodtrucks andanativeplantsale.

“It’sareallyfun,family-friendly event.It’sagreatintroductionto spring…andyoucanalsolearnalot andbringsomenativeplantshome withyou,”saidCaitlinChaney,CIB

CommunicationSpecialist.

Multipleplantvendorswillsella varietyofnativeplants,plusofferexpertadvicetoshoppers.Thatincludes InlandBaysGardenCenter,Coastal TributariesandEastViewFarms.

“Alotofpeoplearereallyintothe aspectofnativeplantsastheirwayto dotheirpartforthebays.Theylike learningmoreaboutplantsthatbeautifytheirspacesanddoaserviceto theirgardeningandprovideaservice totheenvironment—likenative food,nativeenvironmentsforpollinators…,”saidChaney.“Nativeplants arealsomoreadaptedtotheenvironmentthey’refrom,sotheyneedless water,lessfertilizer,thingslikethat. Theyalsousuallyhaveabetterroot systemtohelpfilteroutpollutants fromthewaterandtheground,”besidesholdingthesoilandreducing runoff.”

Shopperseaseintotheideaofintroducingafewnativeplantstotheir garden—orjustdiveinandloadup onoptionsfromtheMay3sale.

Visitorscanalsoexploreavariety

ofexhibitsfromnearly40naturebasedorganizationsontopicslike shellfish,buffers,beaches,waves,wetlands,seagrass,beekeeping,localauthors,raingardens,taxditchesand more.

Familyandchildren’sactivitiesincludeclaycrafts,naturegames,insect identificationandareadingnook.

JamesFarmalsooffersafullnetworkofwalkingtrailsthroughfield andforest.Paddleboardingand kayakingservicesareofferedatthe baysidebeach.

Forthesecondyear,WaterFamily Festwillincludea“touch-a-boat” area,akid-friendlyexperiencewhere familiesview—andevenclimb aboard—severalDNRECboatstypicallyusedinfieldwork.Lookforan airboatfromtheDivisionofFishand Wildlife,ashallow-driveboatanda largerShorelineandWaterwayManagementSectionboatfromtheDivisionofWatershedStewardship,along withaUSCoastGuardrescueboat (tentative).DNRECstaffwillbeon handtoanswerquestionsandexplain

howtheboatsareused.

DragonflyTrinitywillprovideambiancewithlivemusic,andfoodvendorsincludeGrottoPizza,Bountiful BowlsandBethanyBrewing.

“Since2019,WaterFamilyFest highlightstheworkdonebyDNREC DivisionofWatershedStewardship andCIBtowardbenefiting Delaware’snaturalresourcesandenvironment—includingmanaging andmonitoringwetlands,improving waterquality,engagingcommunity members,andoverseeing,protecting andenhancingrecreationalshorelines andothernaturalresources,”organizerssaid.

JamesFarmEcologicalPreserveis locatedat30048CedarNeckRoad, OceanView.Regularparkingwillbe acrossthestreetfromthemainentrance(plusoverflowparkingnearby atG&EHardware).

LearnmoreabouttheWaterFamilyFestandNativePlantSaleonline athttps://dnrec.delaware.gov/watershed-stewardship/wetlands/familyfestorinlandbays.org.

‘Nature’sWhisper’opensatGalleryOne

GalleryOneispleasedtoannounce theMayshow,“Nature’sWhisper,”open tothepublicMay7throughJune3.

“Listenclosely,natures’quietvoice urgesustocherishitsbriefappearance. Itmurmursoftime’sswiftpassage. Everybreathofthewildremindsus we’realive,butonlyforashortmoment oftime.”

W.ScottBroadfootusedthesewords todescribehisinspirationforhisexquisiteoilpainting,“WhiteRoses.”Beautifullyarticulatingthespiritofthis month’sthemeatGalleryOne.Artist JoyceCondrysharesBroadfoot’ssensitivitytotheephemeralnatureof,well, nature,inheracrylicpainting,“Cherry Blossom.”

“Aswinteruttersitsfinalbreath,and sighsintospringwerevelinnature’s abundantreturn.Forweekswewaitfor thecherryblossomstobloom,then,ina whisper,they’regone.”

ForartistEdLewandowski,“There isnothingsoeloquentasasaltmarshat twilight,wherethegrasseswhispersecretstothewind,andthetide’spulse speaks oftheocean’sheart.”(Author unknown)Ed’soilpainting,“Sequel” payshomagetothispoetry.Thewhisper ofnaturecanbeheardspeakingtous throughthelandscapeintheworksof fellowartistsLeslieMcCaskill,inher acrylic,“SpringonSilverLake,”Cindy Beyer,inheracrylic,“WhisperDon’t Whistle,”andin,“SoftWindsBlow,”an acrylicpaintingbyartistDaleSheldon, thebeautyofourlocalnaturalscenes whispersinspiration.

“Flowersblowinthesoftwindsas theoceanwavesgentlyrollin.Natureat itsbest,calmingandpeaceful,aperfect spaceforcontemplation,”wroteSheldon.

In“SintraRooftop,”apastelpainting byartistLauraHickman,itisthenaturalelementofwindthatwhispers throughthearchitecture,“Thewind racesfromtheAtlantic,upthebaseof themountainandcreates,inlargewhispers,itsmysteriousaurallanguage throughthetreesandrooftopsofSintra.”

ForartistsEileenOlsonin“Crimson Sky,”inoil,andLaurieFields,inher mixedmediapainting,“Geologic,”the abstractedlandscapesubtlyevokesthe spiritandfeelingofnature.Herearthy texturedpaintingfeaturesablendof naturalcolors,whisperingthesecret essenceoftheearthandnature.Inher

CoastalPointphotos•Submitted GalleryOneissettohostitsMayshow, ‘Nature’sWhisper,’fromMay7through June3.WorksofartlikeCindyBeyer’s ‘WhisperDon’tWhistle,’above,andW. ScottBroadfoot’s‘WhiteRoses,’areset tobefeaturedduringtheMayshow.

piecesheconveysthetranquilityand understatedeleganceofthenatural worldbycapturingtheessenceofnature’ssubtlevoiceusingmutedtones. Letnaturewhisperhersecretstoyou this monthwithavisittoGalleryOne. GalleryOneisopendailyfrom10a.m. to5p.m.Justintimetowelcomespring, GalleryOneissponsoringabustripto ThePhillipsCollectioninWashington, D.C.onMay13,we’llbevisitingthe exhibition,“TimelessMucha:The MagicofLine,”thisisthefirststopfor amajorNorthAmericanretrospective ofCzechartist,andkeycontributorof theArtNouveaumovement,Alphonse Mucha.Formoreinformationand reservations,call(302)537-5055.

BethanyBeachBilliardscelebratesgrandopeninginOceanView

OnTuesday,April15,the Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commerceheldaribbon-cutting ceremonytocelebratethegrand openingofBethanyBeachBilliards, afamily-ownedhomerecreationretailstore,inOceanView.Friends, familyandcommunitymembers wereinattendance.

BethanyBeachBilliardssellsan arrayofgamingneeds,including pool,shuffleboard,airhockey,ping pongandpokertables.Theyalso havearcadegames,pinballs,darts anddartboards,aswellasaccessories tooutfitanygameroom,morethan 850poolcuesinstockandoutdoor games.AlsoaplatinumTraeger dealer,BethanyBeachBilliardseven hasafulllineofgrills,accessories, rubsandsaucesonsite.

BethanyBeachBilliardsisat1 TownRoad,OceanView,andis openfrom10a.m.to4p.m.WednesdaythroughFriday,and10a.m.to3 p.m.onSaturday.Call(302)5027974tomakeanappointmentoutsideofthosehoursorvisit rrgames.comformoreinformation aboutBethanyBeachBilliards.

BethanyBeachBilliardscelebratesthegrandopeningofitslocationinOceanView.

AT ANY RATE

By Kelly Richardson & Amanda Cook

DBPhostingannual ArtsandFunFest

OnSaturday,May10,from9:30a.m. until3:30p.m.,TheDeweyBusinessPartnership(DBP)willhostitsannualArts andFunFestinDeweyBeach.Thisisa highly-anticipatedeventthatprecedes Mother’sDay,providingagreatplaceto comeoutandenjoyourbeautifulcommunityandshopsmall,whilesupportinglocal artistsandartisans.Theeventisfreeforthe public,andparkingisfree,too.

KellyRanieri,ExecutiveDirectorfor theDBP,isexcitedforanotheryear,punctuatedbygrowthintheircommunity events.Shesaid,“Thisyearwehave48 localartistsandvendorsfortheevent,and atthispoint,werunlikesuchawell-oiled machine.Fourteenyearsisalongtimeto beofferingthisevent,andwe’rereally proudofhowthecommunityiscomingtogether.”

Therearesomanywaresthatwillbe availablethisyearfromabevyofhandcraftedjewelrytoexpressivearttohandmadesoaps,ceramics,paintings,local photography,Deweythemedart,jewelry, pillows,totes,mixedmedia,woodartand more.Therewilldefinitelybesomething foreveryone.Ifyouarebringingthewhole family,Ranieriwillhaveactivitiesforthe kids,includingartmakingstations,which arealwaysabighitwithlittleonesanda studentgalleryfromRehobothElementary students.

Foodvendors,abarandagardenareato sitandrelaxandtakeinthefestivalvibe willbeavailable.Andofcourse,therewill bemusictoprovideambianceagainstthe alreadywonderfulbeachsetting.Marc Luckenbillwillbeplayingfrom11:30a.m. until2:30p.m.Ifyoutaketheshortwalk overtotheRudder,therewillbemusic playingtherefromabout2p.m.whenSteve andMarckickitoff,theCarlyTwiggDuo at5p.m.,andBenderzat9p.m.

ComeandspendSaturdayinyourfavoritebeachtown,attheannualArtsand FunFest!CometoDickinsonStreetand thebayfortheArts&FunFestivalbeginningat9:30a.m.onMay10.Parkingis free.Incaseofinclementweather,thereis noraindateforthisevent.Formoreinformation,visitwww.deweybusinesspartnership.com/dewey-beach-events/

SoupforSoulraisesmoneyforRoxanafirecompany

BrandywineFenwickIslandby Monarchrecentlyannouncedthat its6thAnnualSoupfortheSoul fundraisingeventraisedmorethan $1,500tobenefittheRoxanaVolunteerFireCompany,avitalorganizationservingthelocalcommunity.

Eachyear,thisbelovedevent bringstogetherresidents,team members,familiesandthelocal communityforaheartwarmingafternoonofdelicioussoups,generous givingandmeaningfulconnection. Guestsenjoyedawidevarietyof soupsdonatedbylocalrestaurants, allservedinthecommunity’sbeautifully-appointedformaldining room.

“Hugethankstoparticipating localrestaurantsfordonatingtheir delicioussoupstoourSoupforthe Soulevent!Theirkindnessandsupporthelpedusraisefundsforthe RoxanaFireCompany,andwe’reso gratefultohavelocalbusinesses partneringwithourcommunity,” saidHeatherCronin,LifeEnrichmentDirectorandeventhost.

Participatingrestaurantsincluded DiFebo’sBethany,OceanView Restaurant,PapaGrandes,FrankfordDiner,BethanyDiner,Coral ReefRestaurant,TheCaptains Table,Rippon’sSeafood,TheGood

BrandywineFenwickIsland’s6thAnnualSoupfortheSoulraisedmorethan$1,500 thatwillbenefittheRoxanaVolunteerFireCompany.

EarthMarketandLocalChef CharlesOppman.

Locatedalongthepicturesque Delawarebeachshoreline,BrandywineFenwickIslandbyMonarchis aseniorlivingcommunitydedicated toholisticwellness,vibrantliving, andlocalengagement.Eventslike SoupfortheSoulhelpresidentsstay

connectedtothebroadercommunitythroughpurposefulandexciting experiences.

Thecommunityisalreadylookingforwardtocontinuingthis meaningfultraditionwiththeir7th AnnualSoupfortheSoulnextyear.

HistoricLewesFarmersMarketopensfor20thseason

TheHistoricLewesFarmers Market(HLFM)celebratesthe milestoneopeningofits20thMarketSeasononSaturday,May3,at GeorgeH.P.SmithParkatthecornerofDupontandJohnsonAvenues.

Customerscanjoininthecelebrationtoringinthenewseasonat 8a.m.AttheMarket,36localfarmersandproducersbringthebest freshveggies,fruit,eggs,breadsand pastries,jams,honey,cold-pressed juices,kombucha,coffee,beef,pork, chicken,lamb,seafood,mushrooms, cut-flowers,plantsandmuchmore.

At10am,theHeirloomrestaurantteamwillkickoffthe20thseasonwithaChefDemonstration highlightingthefreshin-seasonofferingsfoundaroundtheMarket.

Heirloomisatruefarm-to-table restaurant.Foryears,ownerMeghan Leehasworkedwithlocalsmall farmerstobringthebestseasonal ingredientstohercustomers.

TheSummerSaturdayMarket welcomesmorenewvendorsthis season!Customerswillbeexcitedto seeeggsatAnya’sHomestead,where first-generationfarmerAnya Phillipsraiseschickensandgrowsa vibrantmixofheirloomvarietiesof herbs,fruitsandvegetablesthatare bothflavorfulandsustainable.

CaribeLocavoreFarmboastsawide varietyofculturallysignificantcrops grownusingregenerativepractices. Fromcallalooandokratopeppers, tomatoes,andherbs,farmerTaieshia Hyacinth’sharvestsreflectadeep connectiontoAmerican,Caribbean,

AfricanandLatinculinarytraditions.StevenRaleighofStoryHill Farmwillbebringingtheirheritage pork,grass-fedbeef,farmeggs,and signatureHenlopenSeaSalt—harvestedonthefarmusingAtlantic seawater—toMarketeachSaturday.

Welcomingnewandfamiliar faces,customerscancontinuetofind deliciousfreshcold-pressedjuices fromTheJuiceClub—formerlyJun &Juice—andvisitWednesday MarketfavoritesCosmicDogFarm withtheirnutrient-denseveggieofferingsandDreamCatcherHomesteadofferingpasture-raisedmeats andfarmeggs,bothnowattheSaturdayMarket,too.

TheHLFMisuniqueinthatitis producer-only—customersconnect directlywiththefarmerwhogrew theproduceandraisedtheanimals tobuytheirlocalfruit,veggies,eggs, andmeats.ThisMarketiswherethe farmersare—themostfarmersin anyfarmersmarketintheDelmarva!

mainparkinglotattheLewesElementarySchool(wheretheMarket movesifitrains)at820Savannah Road,withjustashortwalkdown thepathtoMarket.BeebeHospital alsogenerouslyallowsMarketcustomerstoparkinitsoutsideparking lot.

TheHLFMwebsitewww.historiclewesfarmersmarket.orglistsall vendors,theircontactinformation, andwhetherornottheytakepre-orders.Forpre-orders,thecustomer maypickupatthevendortentin theMarket.

TheMarket’sweeklynewsletter listswhateachvendorisbringingto Market,demosandmore.Toreceive thenewslettercustomersshould emailinfo@historiclewesfarmersmarket.organdasktobeaddedto thelist.

TheMarketacceptsSNAP,WIC andSFMNPbenefits,andcontinues tomatchSNAPupto$20permarket,percustomer.Pleasegotothe SNAPtenttoprocessSNAP/EBT.

Pleasenotethatdogsandother pets(exceptforserviceanimals)are notpermittedinsidetheMarket. Thisistoensurethesafetyofcustomers,vendors,andvolunteers. Customersmaystillwalktheirdogs aroundtheotherpathsandpartsof GeorgeH.P.SmithParkbutmay notbringtheminsidetheMarket area.

Weencouragecustomersthatare abletobikeorwalktotheMarket. ThecircleinfrontoftheFred ThomasBuildingatthefootof Dupontwillbeopenforaccessible drop-offandpick-up,withsome spotsavailableforaccessibleparking only.Withthenewsidewalksto GeorgeH.P.SmithPark,thebest placecustomerscanparkisatthe

TheHLFMcontinuesitsFood PantryPurchaseProgram.HLFM c ustomerswhowanttohelpfeedthe localcommunitymaypurchaselocal produce,meats,andotherfoodfrom growersattheMarkettodonateto thisprogrameverySaturday.Atthe endoftheMarket,theproduceand otherfoodsaregatheredandgiven tofoodpantriesincludingEpworth andCasaSanFrancisco.TheHLFM thanksitscustomersfortheirgenerosity.

TheHLFMthankedTheLee AnnWilkinsonGroupfortheircontinuedsupportoftheMarket,especiallyforthisspecialseason,as2025 HLFMMarketChampion.

SussexAcademycounselorfetedbyschoolboard

TheSussexAcademyschoolboard honoredelementaryschoolcounselor Dr.JulianeHeinatitsmonthlymeetingApril16forherrecognitionasthe DelawareCharterSchoolsNetwork BehavioralHealthProfessionalofthe Year.

Hein,whojoinedSussexAcademy inthefallof2020,saidherfavorite partofherjobisworkingwithkids, staff,parentsandthecommunity.

“Ilovebuildingrelationships,gettingtoreallyknowpeopleandultimatelyseeingthemfeelsuccessful,”she said.

TheDelaware StateBehavioral HealthProfessionaloftheYearprogramisadministeredbytheDelaware DepartmentofEducation,whichwill holdastatewidebanquetcelebrating allnomineesMay19,whenthestate winnerwillbeannounced.

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Doesawillavoidprobatecourt? RealEDvice

Probateistypicallysynonymouswithtime, headacheanddifficultywhen you’realready grievingtheloss ofalovedone.

Theprocessinvolvesadministeringadeceased’sestatewiththeRegisterofWillsoffice inthecountywheretheyresided, alongwithanyadditionalcountiesif theyownedassetsthere.Itisnotthat aWillavoidsprobate—itisalldependentonthetypeofassetssomeoneownswhentheydie,andhow theyaretitled.InSussexCounty, probateoccursif:(a)adeceased ownedmorethan$30,000inassets intheirsolename(excludingbeneficiary-drivenaccounts),or(b)ifadeceasedownedrealestateintheirsole name,orwithothersasatenantin common.AWillensuresthatyour assetspasstothepeopleyouintend whenyoudie,butaWilldoesnot avoidprobateif(a)or(b)aretrue.A

RevocableTrustisthemostdesirable tooltobothdirectthedistributionof yourassetswhenyoudieandkeep yourestateoutofprobate.Byavoidingprobate,yousaveyourExecutor ontheminimumeight-monthperiod ofadministeringyourestate,filing fees,andthe1.25percentnetestate probatefeeinSussexCounty.

VeronicaTownsend

Weidman&Townsend,P.A. (302)539-1388

Veronica@wtdelaw.com

Contraryto whatmanypeoplebelieve,aLast WillandTestamentdoesnot avoidprobate.In fact,aWillisan instructionfor howtheindividualwouldliketheirestatetobeprobated.Ifanindividualpassesaway,

thentheirWillisfiledwiththeRegisterofWillsinthecountyinwhich theyresidedinDelaware.Itisthena publicdocumentthatanyonemay view.

Thoseseekingtoavoidprobate shouldconsidercreatingaprobate avoidanceplanwhichmayconsistof differentstrategies.Oneofthese strategiesisaRevocableTrust.A RevocableTrustisaprobateavoidancetoolthatiscreatedwhileyou areliving.Itmayprovideformanagementofassetsduringperiodsof incapacitation,anditalsoactslikea Willafteryoupasstodistributeyour assetsaccordingtoyourwishes. ThiskindofTrustdocumentallows youtomaintainfullcontrolofyour assets,maintainsprivacyafteryou pass(thereisnorecordingrequirementunlikewithaWill),and,if properlyfunded,itavoidsprobate; thus,savingthetimeandexpenseassociatedwiththeprobateprocess. Itisimportanttorememberthat everyone’ssituationisunique,anda goodestateplanistailoredtoaddress

yourspecificgoals.

MeaghanMahoneyHudson LawOfficeofLeslieDiPietro 302-933-9001 mmh@lesliedlaw.com

Unfortunately,a willdoesnotavoid probate.Infact, probateisthe processbywhich thewillofanindividualisprovento bevalid,billsofthe deceasedarepaid, andtheassetsofthedeceasedpassto his/herbeneficiariesasdirectedinthe will.InDelaware,theprobateprocess lastsnolessthaneightmonthsfromthe dateofdeath.Notonlyisitalengthy process,butprobatecanalsobecostly duetoattorneyfees,filingfees,andthe probatefeeimposeduponcertainprobateassets.Inordertoavoidprobate,alternativessuchasarevocabletrust,joint ownership,payable-on-deathaccounts, andbeneficiarydesignationsonassets (suchaslifeinsuranceandretirementaccounts)arebetteroptionsandshouldbe considered.Mostofourclientsthatwant toavoidprobateutilizeacombinationof theseoptionstoaccomplishtheirgoals. Byavoidingprobate,wecansavesignificanttimeandexpenseinadministering theassetsofthedeceasedandpassing thoseassetstothebeneficiariesofthe deceased.Iwouldstronglyencourage anyonethathasquestionsregardingprobatetohaveadiscussionwiththeirattorneytodevelopanestateplan.

RobbieRobinson

Parsons&Robinson,P.A. (302)539-2220

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Heather’sHomeWorkscelebratesrenovationswithribbon-cutting

OnFriday,April11,theBethanyFenwickAreaChamberofCommerceheldaribbon-cutting ceremonytocelebraterenovationsto theHeather’sHomeWorksofficein Dagsboro.Friends,familyandcommunitymemberswereinattendance.

“Heather’sHomeWorksoffers residential,commercialandseasonal cleaningserviceswithmorethan20 yearsofexperienceservingSussex County,”Chamberrepresentatives noted.“Theirfriendly,dependable cleaningtechniciansaretrainedin thebest-knownindustrypracticesso whenyouentrustyourcleaningdutiestothem,you’llhavepeaceof mindthattheworkwillbefinished ontimeandtothehigheststandard.”

Heather’sHomeWorksisat 29475VinesCreekRoad,Dagsboro. Call(302)249-7660orvisitheathershomeworks.comformoreinformationontheirservices.

TheBethany-FenwickAreaChamberofCommerceandHeather’sHomeWorksheldaribbon-cuttingceremonyfortherenovations Heather’sHomeWorksputinatit’sofficeinDagsboro.

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e Town of Millville Presents

Mother’s Day Marketplace 2025

May 10, 2025 • 10am-2pm at Evans Park 32517 Dukes Drive, Millville is Is an Outdoor Event!

Come shop for Mother’s Day with our wonderful vendors and enjoy our beautiful Evans Park - kids can play while you shop! Fundraiser!

Delicious baked goods served by the Indian River High School Lacrosse Team

RabbiDavidZaslowwillbe accompaniedbyhiswife, author/storytellerDevorahZaslow FromMay2toMay4,SeasideJewish Community,locatedinRehobothBeach, willhostaweekendofmusic,storiesand educationdesignedtobridgethegapbetweenJudaismandChristianity,with specialguestsRabbiDavidZaslowand DevorahZaslow.Thepubliciswelcome.

TheZaslows,visitingfromAshland, Ore.,areknowninJewishandinterfaith circlesfortheirspiritualleadership, singingandstorytelling.Therabbi’snew book,“Jesus:First-CenturyRabbi,”recentlywontheChurchSynagogueLibraryAssociationBookoftheYear Award,andismakinganimportantcontributiontointerfaithunderstanding,organizerssaid.

“I’mlookingforwardtoanuplifting andinspirationalweekend,”saidSeaside RabbiJulieHiltonDanan.“TheZaslows havesomanyamazinganduniquestories andsongstosharewitheveryonefroma longcareerandcallingofleadership, bothintheJewishcommunityandaspioneersofinterfaithdialogueandconnections.”

RabbiZaslowhasbeenthespiritual leaderofHavurahShirHadashsynagogueinAshland,Ore.,since1996.The prayerbookheedited,“IvduetHashem B’simcha,”isusedinsynagogues throughoutthecountry.Healsohas publishedseveralotherbooks.

DevorahZaslowalsoisanauthor.She haspublishedseveralbooksandhashad storiespublishedinanthologies.Shehas herownblogandteacheswriting.

TheZaslowswillparticipateinSeaside’sShabbatservicesonbothFriday eveningandSaturdaymorning.Reservationsarerequiredandmustbemadeon Seaside’swebsiteatwww.seasidejewishcommunity.com.

Inadditiontothereligiousobservances,theZaslowswillparticipatein twocommunityevents,oneinpartnershipwithGroomeChurchinLewesand asecondinpartnershipwiththeLewes PublicLibrary:

Vendorsinclude: 3DMediaArt,AcrossthePond,Artworx,BeeholdtheTravelingCharcuterie,BriarhookFarms, CrochetCreationsbyKatie,DBFCraftedTurnings,FarmTownCrafts,FireFusedCreations, Firrescents,Freedom4LifeStudio,G-Rodeo,InspiredCreationsbyCarol,JanShi ett, John’sWoodWorks,JustKraftyStu ,KaringHeartBaskets,Kramp-HandCraftedUtensils, LemnuelU.S.A,NeiShellsCoastalCrafts,NicktheLampMaker,PureBeginnings, SeashellCreations,StainedGlass&More,SweetTotes, eJewelryGypsea,ToniJonesCeltnieks,UnlockedCrafts, YouBetYourGlass,ZissimooseFamilyDesigns

•OnSaturday,May3,at7:30p.m., theZaslowswillpresentaneveningof interfaithstoriesandsongsforthecommunity,followedbylightrefreshments,at GroomeChurch,locatedat601SavannahRoadinLewes.Registrationisrequiredforthein-personevent,asseating islimited.ChecktheSeasideJewish Communitywebsiteformoredetailsand toregister,atwww.seasidejewishcommunity.com.

•OnSunday,May4,at11a.m., RabbiZaslowwilldiscusshisawardwinningbook,“Jesus:FirstCentury Rabbi,”attheLewesPublicLibrary,lo-

29772 Seagrass Ct Dagsboro

Nestled in a serene waterfront setting, this unique4 BR property offers a rare blend of tranquility and convenience. Constructed prior to the development of Seagrass Plantation, it boasts deeded access through the community, while enjoying the benefit of no HOA fees and remarkably low taxes. The home's design prioritizes comfortable firstfloor living and breathtaking water views from every vantage point. A 75-foot pier with a boat lift extends into the bay, perfect for boating enthusiasts.

$2,199,000 (DESU2083410)

NEW CONSTRUCTION

31870 Mill Run Drive, Dagsboro

Stunning 4 BR, 2.5 BA 2-story home on pilings set on a half acre lot overlooking wetlands. Construction is set to begin late summer. Construction loans secured by builder.

$529,500 (DESU2077550)

BETHANY LAKES WATERFRONT

31326 Terry Circle, Bethany Beach

Stunning 5-BR, 3.5-bathroom pond-front home in Bethany Lakes. Minutes from Bethany Beach and bordering Fresh Pond State Park. Features a recently remodeled first-floor owner's suite, beautifully remodeled gourmet kitchen & spacious porch. Plus, owned solar panels (a $40k investment) generate approximately $1,800-$2,000 in annual credits. Bethany Lakes boasts exceptional amenities, including a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, tennis/pickleball courts, and more.

$1,125,000 (DESU2078474)

37763 Lagoon Lane, Ocean View

Bayfront Living with Private Dock, Boat Lift, and PreListing Inspection This expansive 4-BR, 3.5-BA, 3,269 sq. ft. waterfront home is being offered as-is, yet with peace of mind. Set in a secluded, direct Bayfront location with a low-level bulkhead, this home offers incredible views and direct access to the Indian River Bay. Enjoy two first-floor master suites, a spacious deck & a 75' pier.

$975,000 (DESU2073420)

NEW CONSTRUCTION SHERWOOD ACRES

34709 Bowman Lane, Sherwood Acres

This 1600 sq ft home with 3 BR, 2 BA boasts a contemporary design with a vibrant color palette. Low annual HOA fees, the land is fee simple with no lease land or rent – you own it. Construction loans secured by builder.

$419,000 (DESU2071918)

34652 Nottingham Way Frankford

Features a single-wide trailer that has been expanded with permanent additions, creating a 3BR residence. Recent improvements include, new showers, a new washer and dryer, a new outside AC unit, and a gas stove. This property offers a paved driveway, two separate sheds for ample storage.

$263,500 (DESU2081974)

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hand rolled, grilled pizzas, awesome wine & local craft beer

SouthernDelawareWine,Food&MusicFestivalsetforMay3

The9thAnnualSouthern DelawareWine,Food&MusicFestivalwilltakeplaceonSaturday,May3, atSchellvilleinRehobothBeach.The newdatefollowsapostponementfrom October2024,announcedbyfestival founderandPresidentStacyLaMotta.

willfeaturemorethan20localrestaurantsofferingavarietyofdishesand 100differenttastesofwine,cocktails, craftbeerandmocktails.AliveChef Throwdownandmusicwillbeoffered toentertaintheguests,withabourbon tasting,silentauctionandwinewall.

hasservedmorethan2,500individualsinSussexCountythroughhome constructionandpreservation,home repairs,financialliteracyandenergyefficientupgrades.

Sinceitsinceptionin2015,the SouthernDelawareWine,Food,& MusicFestivalhasbroughtthousands ofindividualstogether“tocelebrate theculinaryexcellenceandpassionate communityofDelaware’sbeachcoast,” whileraisingmorethan$250,000to supportlocalnonprofits.

TheHarryKFoundationdelivers programstoeliminatehungerand foodinsecurityamongchildrenin Delaware.Since2013,thefoundation hasestablishedandfunded52school pantries,anditalsosponsorsthe SchoolBackpackprogram,providing foodforaweekend,holidaysand summerbreakstomorethan630 children.

“Iamexcitedandthankfultoonce againpresentthisaward-winningfestivalforourcommunity,”saidLaMotta.“Iappreciateeveryonewho contributedtomakingthefestivalpossibleandwhosupportedthedecision topostponelastyear’sevent.This year’sfestivalatSchellvillewillcontinueourtraditionofbeingapremier eventinthestate,highlightingwhat ourcherishedDelawarecoastalarea hastooffer.”

Thewine,foodandmusicfestival

Thisyear,thebeneficiarieswillbe SussexCountyHabitatforHumanity andtheHarryKFoundation.

TheHealthyHomesInitiativeat SussexCountyHabitatforHumanity

Visitwww.sodelfest.comformore information,topurchaseticketsorto getinvolvedwiththeSouthern DelawareWine,Food&MusicFestival.

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catedat101AdamsStreet,Lewes.“In thebook,RabbiZaslowtakesafresh, boldlookatthehistoricalJesusandthe JewishrootsofChristianity.”Registrationisrequiredthroughthelibrary’s websiteforthisin-personandZoom event,at https://delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event /14145560.

TheZaslows’visittotheDelaware

beacheshasbeenmadepossiblebythe supportoftheJewishFederationof Delaware.“TheirvisitreflectsSeaside’s longtraditionofcreatingstronginterfaithrelationswithlocalfaithhousesof manydenominations.”

JewishFederationofDelawaresupportsprogramsthatfeed,clothe,shelter, counselandrescuethousandsofpeople inDelawareandtheBrandywineValley, inIsraelandaroundtheworld.Itprovidesopportunitiestoeducate,inspire andcelebrateavibrantJewishlife.For moreinformation,visit

ShalomDelaware.org.

SeasideJewishCommunity“isanindependent,egalitarianandwelcoming community,dedicatedtoacceptingmembersofallagesandbackgrounds.Seaside’sgoalsincludespiritualservices, enrichingeducationalprogramsforyouth andadults,andsocialevents,aswellas communityserviceandsocialjusticeprojects.UndertheleadershipofRabbi Danan,Seasidecontinuestofillanactive roleininterfaithactivitiesinSussex County.”Formoreinformation,visitthe websiteatSeasidejewishcommunity.com.

May1

Dine&DonateforWCCBB— Summer SaltsBeachGrillintheSeaColonyMarket PlaceishostingaDine&Donateeffortfor theWomen’sCivicClubofBethanyBeach. Tenpercentofthefoodandbeverage salesofthedaywillbenefittheserviceorganization.

Dine&DonateforFOSCL— GoodEarth andFlavorwillhostadine-and-donateefforttobenefitTheFriendsoftheSouth CoastalLibraryfrom10a.m.to8:30p.m. Tomakereservations,visittherestaurants’websitesatgoodea rthmarket.com orflavor.restaurant.

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsafreeweeklytwohourFreeWritesessionattheSouth CoastalLibraryonThursdaysat10:30 a.m.Participants18orolderofallskill levelspracticecreativewriting,inperson, inafriendlyandnurturingatmosphere. Participationisfree.Registerat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.Walk-insareacceptedif spaceallows.TheSouthCoastalLibr aryis locatedat43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach.

MadHatters&WhiteElephants— DelawareHumanitiesspeakerMargaret Opsatawillofferafunandinteractive presentationonthesurprisingoriginsof commonphrases,suchas“savedbythe bell,”“baker’sdozen”and“wildgoose chase,”onMay1at2p.m.Participationis free.Registerat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.Walk-insareacceptedif spaceallows.TheSouthCoastalLibraryis locatedat4 3KentAvenue,Bethany Beach.

Travelclub— TheSouthCoastalLibrary hostsamonthlytravelclubonthefirst Mondayofthemonth,meetingnexton May1at5p.m.,wheretheydiscussall thingstravel,withadifferenttopicevery month.May’stopicisroadtrips.Participationisfreeandforthose18orolder.A lightsnackisprovided.Registrationen-

couragedandavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling(302) 858-5518.Walk-insareacceptedifspace allows.The SouthCoastalLibraryislocatedat43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach. BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-732-9351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary. Le t’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

May2

It’sFree@YourLibrary— Learnabout theresources,eventsandservicesthelibraryoffersforfree,includingthousands ofbooksforborrowing;freeaccessto streamingmoviesandTV,music,e-book s, e-magazinesande-audiobooks;discount passestolocalattractionsandparks;accesstohistoricalnewspapers;genealogicalresources;andonlineclasses.Borrow ChromebooksandWiFihotspots,blood pressurecuffs,jigsawpuzzles,gamesand more.AttendeesattheMay2eventat 10:15a.m.willlearnhowtonavigate someoftheresources.Participationis free.Registerat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.Walk-insareaccepted. TheSo uthCoastalLibraryislocatedat43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach.

BeginningTaiChi&Qigong— TheSouth CoastalLibrarywillhostafreebeginner’s taichiandqigongsix-partserieswith EllenProvost,certifiedtrainerwiththeInternationalTaiChiforHealthInstituteand theDelawareSilverLotusTrainingInsti-

tute.Those18orolderofallskilllevels arewelcome,startingMay2at2p.m., andcontinuingonMay5,9,12,16and 19.Participantsmustbeabletoattendall sixsessions.Registrationisrequiredand opensat2p.m.onApril25,at www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)858-5518.TheSouthCoastalLibraryislocatedat43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach.

BookClub:TheMeasure— Frankford PublicLibrary’sadultbookgroupmeetson thefirstFridayofthemonthat1:30p.m. todiscussafiction,nonfictionorclassic title.Call302-732-9351orvisitusonline atfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

May3

Beginningacrylicpainting— Localartist

BarbarannFagleywillofferafreetwohouracrylicpaintingclassforbeginners onMay3at10:30a.m.forthose18or older,withallmaterialsprovided.(Those whohavepreviouslytakenalibrary-sponsoredacrylicpaintingclasswithFagley arerequestedtogiveothersachanceto participate.)Registrationisrequiredand beginsat10:30a.m.onApril26at www.southcoastal.lib.de.u sorbycalling (302)858-5518.TheSouthCoastalLibraryislocatedat43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach.

LegoClub— TheSouthCoastalLibrary’s LegoClubwilltakeplaceat11a.m.on May3,forchildrenages6to11,with Legosprovidedandanewthemeforeach date.Registrationisrequiredandisavailableatwww.southcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling(302)858-5518.TheSouthCoastal

ContinuingEvents

Clubs/Organizations

MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachmentoftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeets onthefourthWednesdayofeachmonthat theDagsboroAmericanLegionPost24. AnyMarinesandNavyCorpsmenwho haveservedintheCorps,andlivingin SussexCounty,arewelcometojointo meettheirfellowveteransandconsider joiningtheorganization.Theirmissionis communityservicethroughcamaraderie andvolunteerism.Formoreinformation, call(571)332-8263.

ally-impairedpersons,andmeetsthefirst andthirdWednesdayofeachmonthatthe MastersoncenteratSt.A nnChurchfrom1 to3p.m.Newmembersarewelcome.For moreinformation,call/text/leaveamessage at(240)315-4361.

ofservicetoSussexCounty.LBWCisanonprofitorganizationwhichmeetsthethird Mondayofeverymonth(Septemberthrough June)at11a.m.at CrippleCreekGolf& CountryClubnearDagsboro.Dedicatedto helpingthelocalcommunity,LBWCraises fundsforeducationprojectsinlocal schools,scholarshipsforhighschoolstudents,veteran’sprogramsandothercharitableorganizations.Italsoprovidessocial opportunitiestofosterfriendship,camaraderieandindividualenrichmentamongits members.TolearnmoreaboutLBWC,visit Lbwclub.com.

CommunityClub— TheSelbyvilleCommunityClubiswelcomingnewmembers,and meetsonthesecondThursdayofeach monthatSalemMethodistChurchat1 p.m.,withasocialhourfromnoonto1p.m. Formoreinformation,visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgoremailselbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewes HistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCounty GenealogicalSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturday ofeachmonthfrom 10a.m.to2p.m.inthe ReadingRoomattheLewesHistoryMuseum.MembersoftheSocietywillbeavailabletohelpanyonewhohasquestions abouttheirfamilytree.TheLewesHistorical SocietyArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation,visit thematscgsdelaware.orgor historiclewes.org.

VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisu-

Women’sCivicClub— TheWomen’sCivic ClubofBethanyBeachmeetsonthesecond ThursdayofthemonthatCripplecreek CountryClubat10a.m.Theorganization hasexpandedthroughoutSussexCounty, andhasbeenservingthecommunitysince itsfoundingin1925.TheClubisanonprofitorganization,formedinfriendshipand dedicatedtocivicandcharitable purposes andtheeducationofitsmembers.Formore information,orifyouareinterestedinattending,sendanemailto patishelen@msn.com.

LordBaltimoreLionsClub— TheLord BaltimoreLionsClubmeetsthefirstand thirdWednesdayofeachmonthatMac’s CateringinMillville.ThisisaserviceorganizationthatperformsprojectsintheSussex countyarea.Formoreinformation,visit themonFacebook,atLordbaltimorelionsclub.orgorbyphoneat(301)543-0329.

RotaryMeets— SouthernSussexRotary meetsweeklyatDoyle’sRestaurantinSelbyvilleeveryThursdayat8a.m.Formore information,callBrendanCrottyat(302) 858-3234orvisit SouthernSussexRotary.org.

LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub— Organizedin1934,LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub (LBWC)iscelebratingits90thanniversary

BonsaiClub— TheSouthCoastalBonsai Clubmeetsthefir stWednesdayofeach monthfrom10a.m.tonoonatInlandBays GardenCenter.

WritersGuild— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guildsponsorsaweeklytwo-hourFreeWrite sessionintheconferenceroomattheMillvilleTownHallfrom9to11a.m.Participants,18andolder,ofallskilllevelscan practicecreativewritinginafriendlyand nurturingatmosphere.Attendanceisfree. Formoreinformation,emailLynnMasseyat bookmom42@yahoo.com.

LegionAuxiliary— AmericanLegi onPost 24AuxiliaryinDagsboroholdsitsregular monthlymeetingat5:30p.m.onthefirst Tuesdayofeverymonth.Areyounewtothe areaandwanttotransfertojointheAuxiliaryasanewmember,orlookingtoget moreinformation?Stopbythemeeting,

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speakwiththebartenderandshewillfind anofficertotakecareofyou.

Women’sClubofIndianRiver— The Women’sClubofIndianRiver(WCIR)isa non-profitdedicatedtoservingthecommunitiesinandaroundtheIndianRiver,aswell asstateandnationalorganizations.They meetthesecondMondayofeachmonth (fromSeptemberthroughJune)attheIndian RiverYachtClubat10a.m.Tolearnmore, contactLynnatlthomp018@gmail.com.

SaltwaterFlyAnglersofDelaware— Fly f ishermenandwomenofallagesandskill levelsareinvitedtoattendtheclub’smeetingsonthesecondWednesdayofthemonth (FebruarythroughDecember)attheRolling

MeadowsClubhouseinLewesat7p.m.For moreinformation,anddirections,visit sfaod.com.

IrishMenMeet— IfyouareIrishbybirthor descent,considerjoiningTheAncientOrder oftheHibernians.Theyarewelcomingnew members,andmeetonthesecondThursdayofeachmonthatSt.EdmondsHallin Rehoboth Beachat6p.m.Formoreinformation,visitaoh.com,callortext(516) 770-1822oremailpcurran43@aol.com.

Drop-Ins

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate patriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingattheBethanyBeachbandstandevery Wednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,lawenforcementandfirefighterswho

serveandprotect.Allarewelcome.

AdultTime— AdultscanstopintheSouth CoastalLibraryanytimet hey’reopento workonjigsawpuzzles,playcheckersor color.Thisisfree,andallmaterialsareprovided.

BookDonations— SouthCoastalLibrary onlyacceptsbookdonationsfrom2to4 p.m.onTuesdays.Thereisalistontheir website,southcoastal.lib.de.us,ofwhatthey doordon’taccept.

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

TeleserviceNavigators— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostsTeleserviceNavigators everyMondayfrom10a.m.to3p.m.and everyTuesdayfrom10a.m.to2p.m.Get

helpwithvirtualresources,suchastelehealthappointments,appointmentswith lawyersandsocialserviceappointments usingthenewTelehealthKiosk.ANavigator willbeatthelibrarytohelpsetupvirtual appointments.Formoreinformation,call (302)856-7958,emailgeorgetown.libr ary@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123W PineSt.,Georgetown.

LaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Biblioteca— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsLaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Bibliotecaevery Wednesdayfrom3:30to6p.m.Déjenos ayudarlea:completarsuspapeles,interpretarsuscartas,inscribirseenlaescuela, renovarsusdocumentos,crearunavida major,ymuchomás.LaEsperanza:

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(302)854-9262.

PawsforPeopleReadingTime— The GeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsPawsfor PeopleonthefirstandthirdThursdaysof everymonthfrom4to5p.m.Readaloudto afurry,friendlytherapycompaniontohelp inspirealoveofreading.OfferedbyPaws forPeople.Readersofallagesandstages arewelcome.

ElementaryHomeschoolersProgram— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsits HomeschoolProgramonthethirdTuesday ofeverymonthat1p.m.Everymonth,they offeradifferentactivityforelementaryschool-agedchildren.

SocratesCafé— Socrate sCaféisagroupof individualsfromdifferentbackgroundsthat discussphilosophicalideas.Meetingsare thefirstTuesdayofeachmonth,from2to 3:30p.m.attheBethanyBeachChristian Church.Everyoneiswelcome.Formoreinformation,callBonnieat537-9440,orsend anemailtobonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

FlipFive— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingFlipFivegameson Wednesdaynightsfrom6-8p.m.Members, guestsandthegeneralpublicareallinvited to play.Justsignthebookandwrite“Flip Five”nexttoyourname.

WingNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingWingNightevery Thursdayat6:30p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

SeafoodNight— AmericanLegionPost24 inDagsboroishostingSeafoodNightevery Fridayfrom4:30to7:30p.m.Karaokefollowsfrom7to11p.m.Members,guests

andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

DinnerNight— AmericanLegionPost24in Dagsboroishosting dinnereverySaturday from4:30to7:30p.m.DJ/Karaokewillperformfrom7to11p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

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

GriefShare— MarinersBethelGlobal MethodistChurchoffersafreeGriefShare supportgroupeverySundayfrom1t o3 p.m.atthechurch.Therewillbevaluable guidanceandtipsondealingwiththeloss ofalovedone.Formoreinformation,call 539-9510.

MealsforMinistry— SalemChurchishostingMealsforMinistryonthesecond Wednesdayofeachmonthfrom5to7p.m. Therewillbechickenanddumplings,sides, drinksanddesserts.Thisisfree,andboth dine-inandcarry-outareavailable.

MenofChristMinistryMeals— Salem ChurchishostingMenofChristMinistry MealsonthethirdWed nesdayofeach monthfrom5to7p.m.Therewillbe lasagna,chickenalfredo,Italianwedding soupanddrinksordesserts.Thisisfree, andbothdine-inandcarry-outareavailable.

OpenTableFoodMinistry— SalemChurch ishostingtheOpenTableFoodMinistryon thefirst,fourthandfifthWednesdaysof eachmonthfrom5to7p.m.EachWednesdaywillhaveadifferentmeal,andthe menusareavailableonthechurch’swebsite andFacebookpage.Dine-inorcarry-outis availabl e,andthemealsarefree.

ThriftShopOpen— TheBethelThriftShop willbeopenonWednesdays,weatherpermitting,from10a.m.to2p.m.Theyhavea largeselectionofgifts,holidayitems,clothing,householdwares,toys,books,jewelry andmoretobenefitthechurch’sprojects. Donationsofitemsareacceptedeachday theyareopen.TheThriftShopislocatedat 111HazzardStreetinDagsboro.Formore information,call(302)519-2984.

VFWChickenShack— TheVFWChicken ShackoperateseverySaturdayfromMay17 throughAug.30,rainorshine,from7a.m. untilthefoodisgone.ItislocatedonRoute 1South,onthesouthsideoftheNational GuardTrainingSiteinBethanyBeach.The costisstillonly$10,andincludesahalf barbecuedchickenandabagofchips.Assorteddrinksandwaterareavailablefor$1 each.AllproceedsbenefittheVFW,veterans andveteranservices,aswellasourgeneral community.

Politics

DemsMeet— The41stDemocratRDmeets thethirdThursdayofeverymonthatPizza KingRestaurantinMillsboroat6p.m.This isopentoanyDemocrats.Formoreinformation,callTomBrettat(443)257-2061.

ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocrats meetsattheDenatBearTrapDunesclubhousefrom11a.m.to1:30p.m.onthe thirdWednesdayofthemonth.Thisisa socialorganizationthateducates,informs andcreatescamaraderieamongtheir membersthroughmonthlylunchmeetings thatfeatureengagingspeakers.F ormore information,visitshoredemocrats.com.

RepublicansMeet— The38thDistrictRepublicanClubmeetsthefourthMondayof

themonth.Socialhoursbeginat6p.m., andthemeetingstartspromptlyat6:30 p.m.Informationontheclubandmeetings canbefoundat38thdrcp.com,orthrough emailatinfo@38thdrcp.com.

DemocratsMeet— The38thRepresentative DistrictDemocraticCommitteemeetsthe firstWednesdayofeverymonthat5p.m. Formoreinformation,updateso nspeakers andmeetinglocations,visitdeldems38.org oremailingthemat Deldems38@gmail.com.

SussexRepublicansMeet— TheSussex CountyRepublicanCommitteemeetsthe secondMondayofeverymonthattheMillsborofirehall.Meetingsstartpromptlyat 6:30p.m.andallarewelcome.Information onmonthlyguestspeakers,legislativeupdatesandmeetingupdatescanbefoundat sussex.gop

Fitness/Health/Dance

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel GMChosts“TuningUptheTemple”exercise/fitnessclassesonMondays,WednesdaysandFridays,from9to10:15a.m.at TheHopeCenter.Theclassesaresession-based,notdrop-in,socontactCarol Lynchat(302)745-8237orcklynch02@gmail.comformoredetailson thesefreeclasses.

YogaClasses— MarinersBethelGMC hostsyogaclassesat5p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmorRoom,upstairsinthe churchbuilding,withHeatherMurphy. YogaisalsoofferedonSaturdayat9:30 a.m.withMic oleLinehan.Thedrop-infee foryogais$7.Classesareopentothe

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communityandallarewelcome.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelChurchis holdingazumbaexerciseclassintheHope CentergymeveryMonday,Wednesdayand Fridayat10a.m.Thereisa$8drop-infee. Noregistrationisnecessary,andallare welcome.Formoreinformation,sendan emailtozumbabyjo@gmail.com.

MultipleMyelomaSupport— TheDelaware MultipleMyelomaSupportGroupmeetsthe thirdSaturdayofeverymonthviaZoom from1to3p.m.Formoreinformation,contactSue Iwahashiat myelomaemailsue@gmail.com.

LineDancing— CapeHenlopenSeniorCenterishostingline-dancingclassesonMondays.Beginnersclassestakeplaceat10 a.m.,andImproversareat11a.m.For moreinformation,call(302)227-2055.

Al-Anon— Al-Anonisasupportgroupforthe familiesandfriendsofalcoholics.Meetings areheldeveryTuesday,from7to8:30p.m., atOceanViewPresbyterianChurch.Formore information,visitovpc.org.

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

GeorgetownWalkers— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostGPLWalkerseveryMondayat 9a.m.ThewalkingclubgoestoSandhill Fieldsfora30-to40-minute walk,weather permitting.ThetrailbeginsattheMurray’s LaneParkinglot,109-199MurraysLane.For moreinformation,call(302)856-7958,email georgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123WPineSt.,Georgetown.

Tai-ChiClasses— BethelMethodistChurchis hostingfreeTai-ChiclassesonTuesdaysand Thursdaysfrom10to11a.m.Thisisopento thepublic,andallarewelcome.Organizers decribedtheclassesas“easy,”andcasualattireissuggested. Formoreinformation,call (302)519-2984.

StrokeSupport— Astrokesupportgroup meetsatPAMHealthRehabilitationHospitalof GeorgetownonthesecondTuesdayofevery monthat2p.m.TheclasswillconsistoflinkingintotheJeffersonHealthStrokesupport Groupandalsohavein-personsupport.Reservationsarerecommended,butwalk-insare welcome.Formoreinformation,call(302) 440-4866.

Alzheimer’sCaregiversMeeting— AmeetingforAlzheimer’scaregiversisheldthefirst andthirdThursdaysofeverymonthatthe OceanViewCHEERCenterat1p.m.The meetingslastforuptotwohours.

Pickleball— TheHopeCenteratMariners BethelishostingpickleballeveryMonday, WednesdayandFridayfrom11:30a.m.to 2:30p.m.

Al-AnonFamilyGroups— Al-Anonisasupportgroupforfamilyandfriendsofalcoholics. Thegroupsaysyouneverhavetobealone again.Al-AnonFamilyGroupsmeetatOcean ViewPresbyterianChurcheveryTuesdayfrom 7to8p.m.

Qigong,YogaSessions— St.Martha’sEpiscopalChurchishostingQigongonTuesdaysand Thursdaysat9:30a.m.andYogaonMondays at9:30a.m.

BiliardsatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian

ALYSSUM Easter Bonnet

BACOPA Snowstorm

BEGONIA Super Cool Lipstick

CALIBRACHOA Lemon Slice

GANZIA New Day Tiger

GERANIUM Fantasia Fuchsia

GOMPHRENA Gnome Purple

IMPATIENS Rockapulco

LANTANA Passion Fruit

MARIGOLD Durango Orange

PETUNIA Madness Yellow

PORTULACA Happy Hour

SALVIA Summer Jewel

VERBENA Twister Hot Lips

VINCA Bubble Gum

ZINNIA Hot Cherry

RiverSeniorCenterhostsabilliards8-Ball LeagueonMondaysandTuesdaysat8:30 a.m.,anditsbilliardsScotsDoublesLeagueon Thursdaysat9a.m.forseniorcentermembers.

Tai-chiatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhoststaichiat10a.m.on Mondaysforseniorcentermembers.

SeniorStrength&BalanceatIRSC— The IndianRiverSeniorCenterhostsSenior Strength&BalanceonMondaysat1:30p.m. andFridaysat10a.m.forseniorcentermembers.

LaBlastFitnessatIRSC— TheIndianRiver SeniorCenterhostsLaBlastFitnessonMondaysat2:15p.m.forseniorcentermembers.

YogaatIRSC— TheIndianRiverSeniorCenter hostsyogaat9a.m.onTuesdaysandThursdaysforseniorcentermembers.

ZumbaatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsZumbaat11a.m. onFridaysforseniorcentermembers.

Hobby/Craft

NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’sSeashore ChapterofTheAmericanNeedlepoint GuildmeetsonthefirstMondayofthe monthfrom10a.m.to2p.m.atthe GeorgetownPublicLibrary.Bringingabox lunchisencouraged.Newmembersare alwayswelcome.Fordetails,sendan emailtothechapteratdelawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.org.

CoffeeandCarsCruiseIn— St.George’s UnitedMethodistChurchandtheGhost RydersCarClubarehostingacruise-inat thechurchthesecondandfourthFriday

ofeachmonth.ThisoperatesfromApril throughOctober.Therewillbecoffee, donutsa ndfellowship.Formoreinformation,callMikeStramellaat(410)4191843.

RadioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator,orpeoplewantingtomeetandgreet others,cangettogetherattheMillsboro PizzaKingonThursdaysat8:30a.m.The ARRLSectionManagerusuallyattends. Formoreinformation,contactJackMagar atk8uyc80@gmail.com.

PenPalProgram— ThankstoapartnershipbetweenSouthCoastalLibrary,Kent CountyLibraryandWellingtonCityLibraries,youcan nowcommunicatebyletterwithaNewZealander.Thisisafun waytolearnaboutanothercountryand makeanewfriend.Allinternational postageishandled,andyoucanbringin andpickupyourlettersatthelibrary.For moreinformationandregistration,visit themat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/11366 626orcall(302)858-5518.

Bookdiscussion— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsitsWednesdayMorning BookDiscussiononthefourthWednesday ofeverymonth at10:15a.m.InNovemberandDecember,however,theywill meetonthethirdWednesday.Booksare availableforpickupeachmonthatthelibrary.

Music

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridays ofthemonthat4p.m.Alllevelsarewelcome.

Women’sACapellaChorus— Achapter

ofSweetAdelinesInternationalInc.holds rehearsalseveryMondayeveningfrom6 to8p.m.intheOceanPines(Md.)CommunityCente r.Theyarelookingforladies wholovetosing.Memberscomefrom MarylandandDelaware.Formoreinformation,callMaryat(410)629-9383,find themonsocialmediaorvisitdelmarvachorus.org.

Museums/Displays

RailroadMuseum— TheDelawareSeasideRailroadClubhouseisaninteractive museumofmodelrailroading,andislocatedat36668DuPontBoulevard,inSelbyville.Theyareopentothepublicevery Wednesdayfrom5to7p.m.,andevery Saturday,from10a.m.t o3p.m.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visit themonlineatdelawareseasiderailroadclub.com.

Dinker-IrvinMuseum— TheBethanyBeach MuseumatDinker-IrvinCottageisopento thepublicMonday,WednesdayandFriday, from11a.m.to1p.m.duringsummer.Privatetoursareavailablebyappointment.Interestedgroupsof10-15maycall(302) 539-8725.Admissiontothemuseumis free,andparkingisavailableinfrontofthe museum.Themuseumisnothandicap- accessible.Formoreinformation,visitonline attownofbethanybeach.com,andclick under“Residents/History/TownMuseum.”

SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMuseumisopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m.onthe thirdsaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober.VariousrailroadandTownartifactsdatingbacktotheearliestagriculturaldaysof thetownareondisplay,alongwithpolice memorabiliathroughthelate20thCentury. Themuseumislocatedat6RailroadAvenue.Ad missionisfree.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat selbyville.delaware.gov.

HistoricVillage— TheHistoricVillagein OceanViewisopenonWednesdaysthrough Aug.27from10a.m.to1p.m.orbyappointmentat(302)593-8814.

NanticokeIndianMuseum— TheNanticokeIndianMuseumistheonlyNative AmericanmuseuminDelaware,andis listedintheNationalRegisterofHistoric Places,alongwithbeingpartofthe DelawareHistoryTrail.Themuseumisopen 10a.m .to4p.m.TuesdaystoSaturdays. Admissionis$5perperson.Formoreinformation,visitnanticokeindians.org/locations/nanticokeindian-museum.

Faith

CommunityBibleStudy—

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

CommunityBibleStudy— Community BibleStudy,focusingontheBookof Matthew,willmeeteveryThursdayat MarinersBethelintheFellowshipHall from6:30to8:30p.m.Toregister,goonlinetobethanybeacheve.cbsclass.org.

MenofFaith— SalemChurchinSelbyville hostsMenofChristMealsonthethird Wednesdayofeachmonthfrom5to7 p.m.TherewillbeanItalian-styledinner, drinksanddesserts.Thisisfree,andboth dine-inandcarry-outareavailable.

BibleStudy— SalemChurchinSelbyville ishostingBiblestudyeveryThursdayat 1 0a.m.

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TrainandToyShow— TheDelawareSeasideRailroadClubishostingaSpring FlingTrainShowatTheHopeCenterat Mariner’sBethelGlobalMethodistChurch inOceanViewfrom9a.m.to2p.m.There willbevendorssellingtrains,accessories, toysandmore.Thecostis$6perperson, andchildren10andyoungerareadmitted free.Formoreinformation,visittheirsite atdelawareseasiderailroadclub.com.

May5

ChixwithStix— JoinMaryBethLeonard atSouthCoastalLibraryat10a.m.forour nextmonthlymeetingaboutcrocheting, knittingandneedleworking.Allskilllevels welcome.Seewhatothersaremakingand getinspirationinthisfungroupmeeting. Free,registeratsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

BeginningTaiChi&Qigong— TheSouth CoastalLibrarywi llhostafreebeginner’s TaiChiandQigongsix-partseriesat2 p.m.withEllenProvost,CertifiedTrainer withtheInternationalTaiChiforHealthInstituteandtheDelawareSilverLotus TrainingInstitute.TaiChiisamind-body exerciseconsistingoffluid,slow,gentle movementswhichcanbecompleted standingorseated.Ages18-plusandall skilllevelsarewelcome.Wewillmeet twiceaweek,onMondaysandFridays from2–3p.m.Dates:May2,5,9,12,16 &19.Particip antsMUSTbeabletoattend allsixsessions,aseachbuildsfromthe previoussession.Registrationisrequired atsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

MovieNightfortheDogs— JoinSouth CoastalLibraryat3:30p.m.foradocumentaryaboutdisabledveteransandthe servicedogsthatchangedtheirlives(TVPG.)Free,forages18-plus.Pleaseregisteratsouthcoastal.lib.de. usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm FreshCafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.Anycancellationswillbepostedon theFrankfordPublicLibrary'sFacebook page.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @Fr ankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryonMondaysat1p.m.forafun afternoonofknittingandcrocheting.All levelsarewelcome.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

May6

HomeInternetOptions— Wonderingwhat

youroptionsareforhomeInternetaccess inthisarea?JoinSouthCoastalLibraryat 10:15a.m.forapresentationonhomeinternetoptionsineasternSussexCounty. Free,registeratsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

WeatherHistory— Highlightingrecordsin thecollectionsoftheDelawarePublic Archives,thispresentationshowshow we atherhasimpactedthefirststate,from devastatingstormsliketheBlizzardof 1888andtheStormof1962tohowour oftenbeautifulandsunnycoastalweather hasinfluencedtourism.Thehistoryof weatherpredictionwillalsobediscussed, aswellasothertopics.HeldatSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.Registrationis encouragedandavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

VinyasaYoga— JoinSarahSchaber,RYT500certifiedyogainstructor,forafree, one-hourVinyasaYogaclassatSouth CoastalLibraryat4:45p.m.Thisclassis moderately-pacedwithmorechallenging posesthanGentleFlowYoga.Createenergy,buildstrength,andpromoteflexibility andcirculationthroughoutthebody.Deep relaxationandstressreleasealsoincluded.Pleasebringayogamatandfoam blocks.Registrationop ensat4pmon April29andisavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

Let’sTalkGardening— Doyoulovegardeningandwanttomeetothersinyour communitywholovegardeningtoo?Want tolearnmoreaboutnativeplants?Gardeninginsandyconditions?Jointheinformalgroupofgardenersorwannab e gardenerstotalkaboutallthingsgarden-

ingatFrankfordPublicLibrary.Wemeet onthefirstandthirdTuesdayat10:30 a.m.Formoreinformationvisit frankford.lib.de.us.orcall302-732-9351. FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

May7

DemsMeet— The38thRepresentative DistrictMeetingwillbeheldatBigFish GrillinOceanViewat5p.m.Thespeaker willbeChristopherTulou,theexecutivedirectorattheCenterfortheInland Bays. Histopicwillbe“ForgingaFederal-Free FuturefortheInlandBays.”

YogaforKids— Startyourdaywithsmiles andstretchesatSouthCoastalLibraryat 10:30a.m!JoinMissSarahforaplayful morningofyoga,speciallydesignedforlittleonesage5andunder.Registrationis encouragedandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBe ach,DE19930 MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupmeetsWednesdays at1p.m.forcasualplay.Registrationis notrequired,butpriorplayingexperience ispreferred.Call302-732-9351orvisit usonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Finduson FB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

May8

BingoNight— SelbyvilleElksishosting BingoattheirBishopville,Md.,location,at 13324WorcesterHighway.Doorsopenat 5:30p.m.and thegamesstartat7p.m. Thecostis$25toplay.Therewillbecash prizes,specialgames,aJackpotBonanza, pulltabs,refreshments,rafflesanddoor prizes.Mustbe18oroldertoplay.

NARFEMeets— TheNationalActiveand RetiredFederalEmployeesAssociation Chapter1690willbeholdingitsMay meetingatthe1776SteakhouseinRehobothBeachat11:30a.m.Speakingwill beTinaTaylorfromACTS.SheisalifecareconsultantforRetirementLifeCommunities.Charterme mbers,national

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membersandguestsarewelcome.For moreinformation,visitchapter1690.narfede.org.

CookingbytheBook— Eachmonth,participantsinthiscookbookclubwillchoose arecipefromthesamecookbookandthen makeandbringinthedishtosharewith thegroup.Participantsareencouragedto discusscooking,recipes(andhowtoimprovethem,)aswellasthebookitself. HeldatSouthCoastalLibraryat1p.m. Thismonth,wewillbesharingfoodsfrom VietnameseFoodAnyDayby Andrea Nguyen,whichisavailableatthelibrary. Participantsareencouragedtobringtheir ownTupperwaretotakehomeleftovers. Free,forages18-plus.Registerat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees

StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,and interactiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-732-9351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary. Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find uson FB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary. VideoGameNight— Comehangoutat FrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.andplay somevideogames.We'vegotPS5,NintendoSwitch,andRetroConsoles.Ages 12andup.Parentsarewelcometoplayas well!RegistrationRequired.Call3027329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

May9

SupportingtheGirls— TheGFWC Women’sClubofIndianRiverisannouncingitsspringmembershipdriveinconjunctionwithapackingeventforISupport theGirlsattheMillsborolibraryfrom 10:30a.m.to1:30p.m.Theclubisrequestingdonationsoffemininehygiene products,newwomen’sundergarments andsocks.Formoreinformation,goto theirFacebookpageoremailthemat gfwc.wcir@gmail.com. SouthCoastalGenealogyGroup— This monthlygroupmeetingisforgenealogy enthusiastsofallskilllevels.Hel datSouth CoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Learngenealogyresources,tricks,andmethods fromeachotherinawelcomingenvironmentwhilemeetingothersandconversing aboutcurrentprojects.Themeetingis setupasadiscussion,however,selectgenealogyresourcesarealsoshown/demonstratedbymeetingfacilitator.Meetingsare heldeveryothermonthonselectFridays at10:15a.m.(nomeetingsinSummer). Free,forages18-plus,noregistration needed.Hostedb ytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930302-858-5518

twiceaweek,onMondaysandFridays from2–3p.m.Dates:May2,5,9,12,16 &19.ParticipantsMUSTbeabletoattend allsixsessions,aseachbuildsfromthe previoussession.Registrationisrequired atsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

May10

Mother’sDayMarketplace— TheTownof MillvilleishostingMother’sDayMarketplace2025atEvansParkfrom10a.m.to 2p.m.Therewillbevendors,andplenty forthekidstodowiththeplaygroundat thefacility.TheIndianRiverHighSchool lacrosseeteamwillsellbaked goods.Therewillalsobefoodtrucks. MadebyUS— St.Martha’sEpiscopal Churchishostingacraftfairfrom10a.m. to1p.m.andafashionshowat11:30 a.m.,justintimeforMother’sDay.The spiritbehindtheeffortis“MadebyUS: Women-MadeCreations.”

BeginningTaiChi&Qigong— TheSouth CoastalLibrarywillhostafreebeginner’s TaiChiandQigongsix-partseriesat2 p.m.withEllenProvost,CertifiedTrainer withtheInternationalTaiChiforHealthInstituteandtheDelawareSilverLotus TrainingInstitute.TaiChiisamind-body exerciseconsistingoffluid,slow,gentle movementswhichcanbecompleted standingorseated.Ages1 8-plusandall skilllevelsarewelcome.Wewillmeet

Pop-UpBookSale— StopbySouth Coasta lLibraryat10a.m.foratwo-hour pop-upbooksale!Findgreatbooksfor greatprices!Previousbestsellers,cookbooks,beachreads,children'smaterials& more!SponsoredbytheFriendsofthe SouthCoastalLibrary.Helpsupportyour locallibrary!SouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 www.southcoastal.lib.de.us

May12

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,atSouth CoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.forafree, one-hourGentleFlowYogaclass.Idealfor beginners,seniors,andanyonelookingfor aslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouar eunabletogetonto theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationisavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insonlyacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

BeginningTaiChi&Qigong— TheSouth CoastalLibrarywillhostafreebeginner’s TaiChiandQigongsix-partseriesat2 p.m.withEll enProvost,CertifiedTrainer withtheInternationalTaiChiforHealthInstituteandtheDelawareSilverLotus TrainingInstitute.TaiChiisamind-body exerciseconsistingoffluid,slow,gentle movementswhichcanbecompleted standingorseated.Ages18-plusandall skilllevelsarewelcome.Wewillmeet twiceaweek,onMondaysandFridays from2–3p.m.Dates:May2,5,9,12,16 &19.ParticipantsMUSTbeabletoattend allsixsessions,aseachbuildsfromthe previous session.Registrationisrequired atsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

Lights,Camera,Crime— Truecrimeenthusiastsandmovieloversalikearewelcometojoinusatthelibraryforamovie nightsogooditshouldbecriminal!Held atSouthCoastalLibraryat3:30p.m.Each moviescreeningwillfeatureamovie basedonatruecrimeorwillbeatrue crimedocumentary.Lightsnacks provided. Free,forages18-plus.Registration&film titleareavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insareacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930.

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm FreshCafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.Anycancellationswillbepostedon theFrankfor dPublicLibrary'sFacebook page.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryonMondaysat1p.m.forafun afternoonofknittingandcrocheting.All levelsarewelcome.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@fran kfordlibrary.

May13

Mommy&MeTime— Thisprogramisdesignedforcaregiversandtheirchildrento

enjoysomeone-on-onetimetogetheras theydoanactivityorcraft.HeldatSouth CoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Registration isrequiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930.

StepBackinTimeBookClub— Lovehistoricalfiction?Thisbookclubisforyou! WewillmeetonaselectTuesdayatSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.mostmonthsto discussadifferenthistoricalfictionbook. ThismonthwewilldiscussBetween ShadesofGraybyRutaSepetys.Light snacksprovided.Registrationisappreciatedandavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302858-5518.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

PAWSforReading— Well-trainedteamsof dogs&ownersprovideasupportiveand funw ayforkidstogainconfidencein readingaloudatSouthCoastalLibraryat 4p.m.!Childrenreadfor15minutesand maybringtheirownbookiftheywish.

Ages5-plus.Mustcall(302)858-5518to register.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

FeelingsRock— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryandMs.Taylorat10:30a.m.fora 30-minutemusicandmovementclassfor childrenagedbirthto5years.Registrati on isrequired.Youcansignuponlinebyvisitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall302732-9351.PleasefindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

May14

FeelingsRock!— FeelingsRockisa music,movement,andmoreprogramdesignedtohelpchildrenunderage5and theirfamiliesworkthrougheverydayemotions!Free,noregistrationrequiredbut parents/caregiversmustaccompanychildren.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrar y at10:30a.m.

TrueCrimeClub— Shareyourtheories, knowledge,andmemoriesoftruecrime caseswithfellowtruecrimeenthusiastsat SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.!Ateach

90-minutemeeting,theclubwillexplorea particulartruecrimecase.Thismonth, we'lldiscussthemurderofVincentChin. Suggestedread(notrequired):Froma WhispertoaRallyingCrybyPaulaYoo. Free,in-persononly,forages18-plus. Registrationisencouragedandavailable athttps://south coastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

ArtfulRelaxation— Needtounwind?Join SouthCoastalLibraryat5p.m.forupto 90minutesofeasy,relaxingartprojects withsoothingbackgroundmusic.Choose oneofthreeprojectsthatdon’trequire anyartistictalent.Coloringpagesand paint-by-stickeralsoavailable.Free,all materialsprovidedwhile supplieslast.For ages13-Adult.Registrationisavailable athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.SouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

Spring Specials

Lunch Specials

11:30 am - 3 pm

Game Nights

$12 Lunch Specials 12 Items for $12 Each Monday - $10 Cheesesteaks

Tuesday - $5 Tacos (ea), $5 Margaritas Wednesday - $9 and up - Build-a-Burger

MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupmeetsWednesdays at1p.m.forcasualplay.Registrationis notrequired,butpriorplayingexperience ispreferred.Call302-732-9351orvisit usonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Finduson FB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

May15

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionattheSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Participant sage18plusofALLskilllevelswillpractice creativewritinginafriendlyandnurturing atmosphere.(Inpersonparticipationonly.) Free,registerat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

CommunicationisKey— ApanelofSussexCountyEmergencyPreparednessSpecialistswillengageinactiveconversation aboutcommunicationsbef ore,during,and afteradisasteroremergency,atSouth CoastalLibraryat2p.m.Understandthe importanceof“KnowingYourZone”for evacuationorders,therolelibrariesplayin disastersupport.Personalpreparedness stepswillbediscussed,andparticipants willreceiveafreeGo-Bagandmultipleresourcestosharewithfamilyandneighbors.AbriefQ&Asessionwillbeincluded. Registrationisencouragedandavailable athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorb ycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-732-9351. We're onFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

May16

RethinkingHomeLandscapes— Kathy Doylewillpresentalternativestolarge greenlawns,whichareharmingthehealth ofwatersh eds,soil,insects,birdsandhumans.Reimaginingourhomelandscapeso thatnativeplantscovermorespacethan turfgrassisapowerfulplacetobegin makingadifferenceinourhealthandthat ofourplanet.Free,sponsoredandfunded byDelawareHumanities,andheldat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Registrationisencouragedandavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLib rary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE

19930 BeginningTaiChi&Qigong— TheSouth CoastalLibrarywillhostafreebeginner’s TaiChiandQigongsix-partseriesat2 p.m.withEllenProvost,CertifiedTrainer withtheInternationalTaiChiforHealthInstituteandtheDelawareSilverLotus TrainingInstitute.TaiChiisamind-body exerciseconsistingoffluid,slow,gentle movementswhichcanbecompleted standingorseated.Ages18-plusandall skilllevelsarewelcom e.Wewillmeet twiceaweek,onMondaysandFridays from2–3p.m.Dates:May2,5,9,12,16 &19.ParticipantsMUSTbeabletoattend allsixsessions,aseachbuildsfromthe previoussession.Registrationisrequired atsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

May17

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ChoralePerformance— TheDelaware RainbowChoralewillperformatSt. Martha’sEpiscopalChurchinBethany Beachat4p.m.Thisfreeconcertisopen toall.

SpaghettiFundraiser— TheFenwickIslandLionsClubishavingaspaghettidinnerfundraiseratSalemChurchin Selbyvillefrom4to7p.m.Thecostis$15 foradults,$6forchildren5-12andfree forkidsunder5.Youmaypayatthedoor. Allproceedsareusedfortheircommunity projects,suchasprovidingeyeglasses and /orhearingaidsforthoseinneed,and feedingthehomeless.

STEMKits— Familiesareinvitedtostopin FrankfordPublicLibrarytopickupafree STEMkitfromEngineerEarlywithcompleteactivities,materials,andinstructions. Workwithustoassembleandhavefunor takeyourkithome.Recommendedfor ages6-12.Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

May19

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,atSouth CoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.forafree, one-hourGentleFlowYogaclass.Idealfor beginners,seniors,andanyonelookingfor aslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa

yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogeto nto theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationisavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insonlyacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

BeginningTaiChi&Qigong— TheSouth CoastalLibrarywillhostafreebeginner’s TaiChiandQigongsix-partseriesat2 p.m.withEllenProvost,Cer tifiedTrainer withtheInternationalTaiChiforHealthInstituteandtheDelawareSilverLotus TrainingInstitute.TaiChiisamind-body exerciseconsistingoffluid,slow,gentle movementswhichcanbecompleted standingorseated.Ages18-plusandall skilllevelsarewelcome.Wewillmeet twiceaweek,onMondaysandFridays from2–3p.m.Dates:May2,5,9,12,16 &19.ParticipantsMUSTbeabletoattend allsixsessions,aseachbuildsfromthe previoussession.Regis trationisrequired atsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

SpeakerSeries— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sspeaker,MonikaPawliuk,will demonstratetheintricatetechniqueof makingUkrainianPysankyEasterEggsand tellusaboutthesymbolismusedinthese handdrawncreationsandthetraditions thatmakepysankaanintegralpartofthe Ukrainianheritageat10:30a.m.Theart f ormislikethetechniqueofbatikandis

possibletodoifonehas1)thebasic knowledge,2)therighttoolsand3)the enthusiasmwithwax-resist.Youwillbe amazedbythebeautifuleggsthatMonika willshowus.

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm FreshCafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.Anycancellationswillbepostedon theFrankfordPublicLibrary'sFacebook page.NoRegistratio nisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryonMondaysat1p.m.forafun afternoonofknittingandcrocheting.All levelsarewelcome.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

May20

iPad&AppleUsersGroup— iPad,iPhone andotherAppledeviceusersofallskill levelsarewelcometoattendthissupport groupatSouthCoastalLibraryat11a.m. Usersmeettodiscussnewfeatures,share tips,andaskquestions.Attendinperson orviaZoom.Registrationisrequiredand availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbyphoneat302-858-5518.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach, DE

TieDyeTuesday— Bringaplain,white, cottont-shirttoSouthCoastalLibraryat2

SeeCALENDARpage56

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

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

The library is MUCH more than just books! We have a variety of fun, free programs & resources that are available to ALL, regardless if they have a library card!

Check out what the li brary has to of fer you:

Live Online Author Talks with the LSC Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors & thought leaders. Participate in live talks or watch past talks for FREE from the comfort of home. Newspapers.com Newspapers.com Library Edition offers full-page images with searchable full text for millions of pages of newspapers dating from the early 1700’s to the early 2000’s. Access this FREE resource with your South Coastal Library card. Kanopy & Hoopla Access thousands of movies, documentaries, TV series, music, & more from your computer, tablet, or phone –& even your TV! FREE with a Delaware library card!

Libby

Borrow & read ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, & more online from your local library for free!

Library of Things

The 'Delaware Library of Things' is a collection of fun & useful gadgets, tools, games, & equipment you can check out with your Delaware Library card! Check out puzzles, household tools, games, Wi-Fi hotspots, & more! Visit https://lib.de.us/things/ to see what's available!

Tech Hel p Stop by the library on the following days for tech help with one of our friendly & knowledgeable tech assistance volunteers. We cannot assist with hardware repairs/issues.Please call ahead at 302-858-5518 to verify availability.

Mon. 10 am - 12 pm • Tue. 12 - 2

302–858-5518

p.m.We’llprovidethedyetomakeitcolorful!Registrationislimitedandrequired, andavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

Let’sTalkGardening— Doyoulovegardeningandwanttomeetothersinyour communitywholovegardeningtoo?Want tolearnmoreaboutnativeplants?Gardeninginsandyconditions?Jointheinformalgroupofgardenersorwannabe gardeners totalkaboutallthingsgardening.WemeetonthefirstandthirdTuesdaysat10:30a.m.Formoreinformation visitfrankford.lib.de.us.orcall302-7329351.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

FirstStepinWatercolors— Learnthebasics,asyouexplorethebeautyofpainting withwatercolorsattheFrankfordPublic Libraryat11a.m.We'llfocusonadifferenttechniquetopicduringeachsessionas

youcreateyourmasterpiec e.Thismonth, we'lllearnaboutaddingGouachepaintto watercolorstopaintourspringdaisies. Registrationisrequired.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

BoardMeeting— Thepublicisinvitedto theFrankfordPublicLibrary’sboardmeetingthatareheldonthe3rdTuesdayofthe monthat5:30p.m.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find u sonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

May21

StoryTime— BringyourlittleonetoStory Timeforsongs,storiesandlotsoffunat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.For infants–Age5.Thisisagreatopportunity toengageyourchildinearlyliteracypracticesandgettoknowotherfamiliesinthe area.Noregistrationrequired,butparentcaregivermustaccompanychildren. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43

KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930 https://southcoastal.lib.de.us302-8585518HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

HappyBooker’sClub— JoinRachelfor SouthCoastalLibrary’snextHappyBookersmeetignat2p.m.!Thegroupmeets onselectmonthstodiscussachosen book.Booksselectedareworksoffiction fromvariousgenresandauthors.This monthwewillbediscussingTheChicken SistersbyKJDell'Antonia.Limitedcopies willbeavailableforcheck outatthecirculationdeskstartinginFeb.Registrationis requiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat302-8585518.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, BethanyBeach,DE.

CrimeSolvers— Areyouatruecrimelover oranaspiringdetective?JoinSouth CoastalLibraryat5p.m.fora105-minute tabletopgamewhereweexamineevidence,witnessstatements,etc.tocooperativelysolvefictionalmurders.Forages 14-Adult.Free,allmate rials&light snacksprovided.Registerat

southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302858-5518HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupmeetsWednesdays at1p.m.forcasualplay.Registrationis notrequired,butpriorplayingexperience ispreferred.Call302-732-9351orvisit usonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Finduson FB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @fra nkfordlibrary.

May22

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionattheSouthCoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.Participantsage18plusofALLskilllevelswillpractice creativewritinginafriendlyandnurturing atmosphere.(Inpersonparticipationonly.) Free,registeratsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, Be thanyBeach,DE19930

HealthyLiving— Arepresentativefromthe DEValleyAlzheimer’sAssociationwillgive a45-minutepresentationonhealthyliving atSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Getinsightsonthelatestresearchandlifestyle choicesthatmayhelpyoukeepyourbrain andbodyhealthyasyouage.Registration isencouragedandavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibra ry,43 KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-732-9351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

Let’sPlayGames:ForAdult s— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

LegoClub— Callingallbuilders!Whether newtoLegosoraMasterBuilder,join FrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.toengageyourimaginationandbuildyourlatestLegocreation.Thisprogramisforages 6andup.Call302-732-9351 orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

May23

MemorialDayCeremony— TheTownof FenwickIsland’sMemorialDayCeremony willbeinthetownparkat4:30p.m.The eventwillincludeaspecialguestveteran speaker,patroticmusicandreflection. Thiswillbeaheartfelttimeifremembranceandcommunityaspeoplecometogethertohonortheserviceandsacrifice ofourveterans.Allarewelcometo attend.

LearntoPlayMahjong— AreyouinterestedinlearningaboutMahjong?Join FrankfordPublicLibraryat1p.m.forthe first4weekswherewillbeateachingand

• 5k Run and 2mile Walk

• Both Events Chip-Timed • Finisher’s Medals for All

• Awesome 5k Awards for Overall, Masters and Age Groupers

coachplayingMahjong.Registrationisrequiredforthe6-weeksession.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

May24

MUMCBakeSale— TheMillvilleUnited WomeninFaithwillhosttheirannualbake saleintheWesleyHall,nexttoMillville UMS,from8to10:30-isha.m.Therewill behomemadecakes,pies,cookiesand sweettreats.Allproceedswillsupport localmissionpro jects.

BookandBakeSale— St.Martha’sEpiscopalChurchinBethanyBeachishosting aBook&BakeSalefrom9a.m.to1p.m. Therewillbesomethingforeveryone!

ArtisansFair— TheannualArtisansFair, featuringhandcraftedartobjects,willbe atLordBaltimoreElementarySchoolfrom

9a.m.to3p.m.Artisanswillexhibithboth indoorsandoutdoors,showingtextiles, metalwork,fine-artpainting,glass,jewelry andmore.Anoutsidefarmersmarketwill offerproducean dspecialtyfoodsfrom9 a.m.to1p.m.Therewillalsoberaffles, bakedgoodssaleandgoodtrucks.Free admissionandfreeparking.Theproceeds willbenefitthecollegescholarshipfundof SouthCoastalDelawareAARP.Formore information,call(302)732-6336.

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Obituaries

ElwoodR.Banks,Jr.,72

ElwoodR.Banks,Jr.,72,ofOcean View,Del.,passedawaypeacefullyat homeonApril23,2025,surrounded byhislovingfamily.

BornonSept.27,1952,inMilford,Del.,hewasthesonofthelate ElwoodR.andHelen(Derrickson) Banks.Hespenthiscareerasadedicatedcontrolroomoperatoratthe IndianRiverPowerPlant,wherehe wasknownforhissteadypresence andstrongworkethic,andwasa memberoftheIBEWLocal1307 Chapter.

Hecherishedthesimplepleasures inlife.Hefoundjoyingardening, taxidermy,andhadadeeplovefor traveling—especiallytoFlorida— andmostofall,treasuredeverymomentspentwithhisfamily.Hiskind heartandgentlespiritleftalasting impressiononallwhoknewhim.

Heissurvivedbyhisdevotedwife of51years,JacquelinePasswaters Banks;twolovingdaughters,Melissa Bergstrom(Eric)andCrystalCordrey(Brian),bothofMillsboro,Del.; andhisfivebelovedgrandchildren, MadisonSockriter,KameronSockriter,GavinCordrey,EvanCordrey andElizabethBergstrom.Healso leavesbehindhissister,Benita Davidson(Eddie)ofDagsboro,Del., alongwithhisniece,AmyElliottand family;hisnephew,ArthurDavidson andfamily;andmanyextendedfamilymembersanddearfriends.

Hewasprecededindeathbyhis parents.

Inaccordancewithhiswishes, serviceswillbeprivate.

PleasevisithisLifeMemorialat www.watsonfh.com.

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“Abbie”Beckett,84

ThomasAbraham“Abbie”Beckett,84,ofFrankford,DE,departed thislifeonThursday,April24,2025, athisresidence.BorninFrankford, hewasthesonofthelateCharles BeckettandRittieBeckettMumford.

HewasamemberofFriendship BaptistChurchwhereheservedasa deaconandmemberoftheMale Chorus,SeniorChoir,andUnion GeneralBaptistAssociationDeacons Auxiliary.

Priortoretiring,hewasatruck driveratPerdueFarms,Inc.

Hewillbelovinglyremembered by:hiswife,RachelL.Beckett;one daughter,AdaDennis-Wood;one brother,MonroeBeckett(Joan);two godchildren,TiaMitchellandJenniferWest;onegrandson,DonaldC. WoodII;severalnieces,nephews, cousins,otherrelatives,in-laws,and friends.

HewilllieinreposeonSaturday,

May3,2025,from12to1p.m.at FriendshipBaptistChurch,500W. 4thStreet,Lewes,Del.Thefuneral servicewillbeginat1p.m.Interment willfollowatthechurchcemetery.A ministryofcomfortanddignityis beingprovidedbyLewisN.Watson FuneralHome,P.A.inSalisbury, MD. Visitwww.lewisnwatsonfuneralhome.comtooffercondolencesto thefamily.

Thelma“Louise”Morgan,81

Thelma“Louise”Morgan,81, passedawaypeacefullyonApril25, 2025,atDelawareBayhealthRehabilitationandHealthcareCenterin Georgetown.ShewasbornonDec.

6,1943,inLaurel,Del. ShemarriedherhusbandDavid Morganin1970andworkedclosely withhimineverythinghedid, whetheritwasraisingchickens,a carpetcleaningservice,ajanitorial service,orbeingtheshopkeeperat hisBarberShopinMillsboro,Del. Sheloveddoingjigsawpuzzles,playingcardsandplayingBingo.Her passionwasherhobbyofcrocheting, andshealwayshadapiecethatshe wasworkingon.

Sheisprecededindeathbyher husband,DavidMorgan,adaughter LoriMorganandherbeloveddog Trixie.SheissurvivedbyherdaughterWendyHitch(Bill)andJeannie

Heck(Bryan).Hergrandchildren LaurenChamplin(Jordan),Michael Hitch,CharityTruitt(Patrick), EthanTruitt,PadenTruitt,Wyatt Truitt,BrandenMorgan,Bryan Marvel(Willia),WayneMorgan, JoshuaLee,andJessieLee;andseveralgreatgrandchildren.

Shewillbedeeplymissedbyher family,buthermemorywillliveon intheheartsofherlovedones.

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Withoneflickofherwrists,Chloe Harrisinchedclosertoapersonalachievementandhelpedherteamequalaschool record.

Thesophomoreforwardconnectedon an8-metershotwith:23remaininginthe five-minuteovertimeperiodtogivethe IndianRiverHighgirls’lacrosseteama hard-fought15-14victoryovervisiting DelawareMilitaryAcademyonMonday, April28.

TheIndiansled14-11witheightminutesremaininginregulationbeforeDMA ralliedtosendthematchintoextratime.

TheIndians(7-3overall,2-2inHenlopenConferenceplay)wonforthethird timethisseasoninovertimeandtheseventhoverall,equalingtheprogram’spreviousbestforsingleseasontriumphssetin 2021.Thegirls’lacrosseprogrambeganin 2016.

Harris,thetop-ratedoffensiveplayerin thestateofDelaware,finishedthegame withsevengoalsandfiveassists.Shewas within13ofthe100career-goal-mark, whereshe’ lljoinoldersisterKylieHarris (IRHS‘24)andthreemalestudentathletes.TheolderHarrisfinishedwith230 careergoals,followedbyMaxForrey (IRHSClassof2023,185careergoals) GeorgeMartin(IRHSClassof2017,178 careergoals),William“Cole”Josetti (IRHSClassof2018,153careermarkers) andReeceStoneIRHS‘22,106career goals).

AgainstaspiritedDMAteam,theIndiansalsoreceivedtwogoaleffortsfrom juniorattacksKacieKirschnerandJasmineGutierrezandfreshmanmidfielder LexiWilkinson.Harrisaddedfiveassists.

IRHSseniorgoalkeeperChloeMegee registeredeightsaves,givingheraschool record281stops.

“Itisextremelydifficulttocomeoffof springbreakwithoutpracticeandexpect thesegirlstojustjumprightinandplay well,”saidheadcoachBillyBonbright, whoseteamtrailed6-5afteronequarter and10-9athalftime.“Westruggledwith thebasicsoflacrosseandthegirlswereexhaustedgoingintothefourthquarter (witha12-10lead).Buttheypersevered, pushedtheirlimitsandwererewarded withanotherwininovertime.

“Thistellsmetheirheartsareinit, eveniftheirlegsandlungsarenot,”added

IRgirls’lacrossewinsovertimethrilleroverDMA,15-14

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Sheisawinningathleteforeverysport. Shebringssuccesswitheachathletic spherethatshetouches.

AsafreshmanontheIndianRiverHigh girls’soccerteamin2022,SophieScurci scoredateamleading28goalsandledthe IndiansintotheDIAAplayoffs.

Asasenioronthe2024-25IRHSgirls’ basketballteam,shehelpedherteammates compilea17-5recordandreachthesecond roundoftheDIAAplayoffs.

Asathree-yearparticipantontheIRHS girls’softballsquad,Scurcihelpedleadthe IndianstotheDIAAchampionshipgame beforetheylosttoCaravelAcademy.The leadoffpowerhitterandslickfieldingshortstophelpedtheIndiansreturntotheplayoffsin2024,postinga.455battingaverage anda.524onbasepercentage.Shestroked 25hits,includingtwohomeruns,drovein 13runsandswiped10bases.

“Themostexcitingpartofplaying

sportsthroughoutmyhighschoolcareer wasthesuccesseachteamachieved,”said Scurci,aresidentofSelbyville.“Insoccer,we becameHenlopenConferenceSouthConferenceChampions.Inbasketball,wehad whatwaslikelythebestrecordinschool history.Andinsoftball,wereachedthestate championshipgame.Eachoftheseexperiencesgavemeunforgettablememoriesand valuablelessonsthatI’llcarrywithmeinto college.IfIhadtopickoneplayasthemost exciting,itwouldhavetobehittingagrand slamagainstSussexCentralin2023towin theconferencechampionship.”

Basedonhersuccessonthesoftballdiamond,Scurciwasahighly-recruitedstudent athletewhohascommittedtoNCAADivisionIUniversityofRhodeIsland,apublic schoollocatedinKingstonthatcompetesin theAtlantic10Conference.Shewillplay fortheRams’women’ssoftballteamand majorinSportsMediaandCommunicationsbeginningthisfall.

“Severalkeyfactorshavecontributedto mysuccessasanathleteatIndianRiver High,”saidScurci,whoseteammatesonthe 2022girls’soccerteamincludedherolder sisterBella.“Sincemysophomoreyear,I’ve trainedintenselyasamemberofthenationaltravelsoftballteam,VAGlory.Each summer,we’vecompetedacrossthecountry, facingtop-tierteamsinpowerpoolsduring themonthsofJuneandJuly.

“Theseexperienceshavebuiltmyconfidenceandsharpenedmycompetitiveedge,” addedScurci.“Andnotjustinsoftball,but ineverysportIplay.Justasimportant, though,isthejoyIfindinthegame.Playingalongsidefamilyandlifelongfriends makesiteasytogivemyall.I’mmotivated toperformmybestbecauseIneverwantto letthemdown.”

Winningonthehardwood

Attheurgingofherfriend,basketball standoutMyaWhittington,Sophiejoined theIRgirls’hoopsquadforherseniorseason.Scurciprovidedtheskillsandcompetitivenessthatputthemoverthetop.

“Thebasketballteamachievedremarkablemilestones,includingsecuringawinningrecordforthefirsttime(since 2012-13),”saidScurci.“Thiswasoneofthe bestteamsinschoolhistory.Beingapartof thisteamwasanincrediblyrewardingexperience.Weplayedcohesively,andeach membercontributedinuniqueways.

“PlayingalongsideMyawasespecially memorable,”Scurciadded.“Herleadership andworkethicweretrulyinspiring.Assistingheronher1,000thpointwasahighlightofmyseason,andIamproudtohave beenpartofsuchahistoricachievement.”

IndiansoutlastSpartansinkeyHenlopenSouthbattle

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Intheirfinalregularseasonhome game,theIndianRiverHighSchool baseballteamprevailedinapitchers’ duelwitha2-0victoryovervisiting LakeForestonTuesday,April29, whichalsoservedasSeniorRecognitionDayforthegreen-and-gold.

TheIndiansmanagedjustonehit inthecontest—comingoffthebat ofjuniorDylanGrise—andscored apairofrunsinthebottomofthe 6thinningtobreakthescorelessaffair.SeniorJackCappodrewaleadoffwalk,andthenadvancedallthe waytothirdonapassedball.He wouldcrosstheplateonawildpitch

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BeingapartoftheIndians’softball teamforthreeyearshasalsobeenincrediblyfulfilling,accordingtoScurci.“Witnessingourteam’sgrowth,resiliencethrough setbacks,andthejoyofcelebratingvictories hasfilledmewithpride,”shesaid.“Competingforastatechampionshipduringmy sophomoreyearremainsanunforgettable

withGriseinthebox.Ona3-0 count,Grisewasthenhitbyapitch, thenmovedupto2ndonawild pitch,andthenwoundupat3rdona fielder’schoiceoffthebatofTrey Hill.UptotheplatecameTyWeber, wholoftedaballintotheairtocenterfield,whichallowedGrisetotag upandscoreonthesacrificefly.

Thatwasitasfarasoffensegoes foreitherteam,especiallywhenthere werejustthreehitsintotalforthe seven-inningbattle.IR’sGriseand LakeForest’sJulianChristmanwere intotalcontroldominatingonthe bump.

Grisecoverednearlytheentire ballgame,butturnedtheballoverto Webertocloseoutgameforthefinal

experience,eventhoughwefellshort.Contributingtoourteam’ssuccesshasbeen bothchallengingandrewarding.Whether itwasstayinglatetorefinedrillsormanagingthepressureofclosegames,I’vegrown significantlyoverthesethreeyearsandplan tocarrytheselessonsintocollege.

“Overcomingapersistentinjurylast yearthathinderedmyperformancetaught methevalueofperseveranceandrevealed myinnerstrength,”sheadded.“I’meagerto continuemyjourneywiththisremarkable IRHSteam.”

out—agroundouttoGriseatthird —afterissuingawalktothefirst batterhefaced.Grisegaveupjusta pairofhits,andoffsetthreefree passeswith11strikeouts.Hewasfiringonallcylindersthrowing70of his105pitchesforstrikes.

“Ican’tsayenoughaboutDylan Grise,”saidIRheadcoachSteve Longo.“He’sbeendominantallyear forusonthemoundaveragingalmost10strikeoutsagame,whileaveraginglessthanfourhitsagame. Everytimehestepsonthemound, weknowwehaveaverygoodchance ofwinningtheballgame—doesn’t matterwhoweareplaying.Very proudofhim.Heworkshard,soit’s nosurprisetoseethesuccesshe’s

Playingwinningsoccer witholdersisterBella

Scurcireadilyadmitsthatoneofherfavoritehighschoolsportsexperienceswas playingfortheIRgirls’soccersquadasa teammatewithheroldersisterBellaScurci.

Bellacurrentlyplayswomen’ssoccerat HolyFamilyUniversityinnortheast Philadelphia.

“Bellaisanincrediblerolemodel—she isdedicated,hardworking,andalways pushingherself,whetherinthegymor

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having.”

Christmanwentallsixinningsfor theSpartansallowingthetworuns onjusttheonehit,butdidstruggle withcommandasheissuedthree walksandhittwoIRbatters.He threw63strikesinhis104total pitchesinthegame.

Itwasanicereturntothewin columnfortheIndians,whohad droppedtheirprevioustwocontests toSalesianum(7-1)andSussexTech (4-2).

“Thiswasabigdivisionwinfor us,hopefullygettingusbackonthe righttrack,”assessedLongo.“We facedaverygoodarmonthebump,

practicingonherown,”saidSophie.“That seasonwasunforgettable.Wewonthe SouthernConferenceChampionshipand reachedthestateplayoffs.

“Bellaplayedahugeroleinmysuccess,” Sophieadded.“Sheusedprecisepassesto assistonnearly75%ofmygoals.She helpedmeearnSecondTeamAll-State andteammostvaluableplayerhonors.”

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Theyremainpositiveandenthusiastic. Despiteenteringtheirspringbreak withfivelossesintheirlastsixgames,the IndianRiverHighSchoolboys’lacrosse team’scoachingstaffispleasedwiththis year’ssquad.

“Theyworkextremelyhardandare verycoachable,”saidheadcoachDave Spencer.“Theyareaggressivetolearn, whichacceleratestheirgrowth.Butthe thingthatwe’remostpleasedwithisthe

spiritthatthisteamplayswith.Nomatter ifwe’reaheadortrailinginagame,the boysareplayingwiththesametoughness andstrongmentality.Weareproudthat whenIndianRivershowsup,you’regoing togetagoodgame.That’swhoweaspire tobeeverysingleseason.Andthat’show we’veplayedthisyear.”

TheIndians,whoenteredmidseason witha3-6overallrecord,havealotof youngplayersinprominentrolesthisyear.

“That’sagoodthingandabadthing atthesametime,”saidSpencer,whose teamhaswononeofitsfiveHenlopen Conferencematches.“Alotofourguys haveonlybeenplayinglacrosseforafew seasons,andjustahandfulofplayershave beenplayingformorethanfiveyears.Developingexperience—or‘lacrosseIQ’—

andI’mveryproudoftheboysfor howhardtheybattledallgameinthe box.Wewereabletoeventuallymanufactureacouplerunstogetthewin. Lakeisasolidteam,andverywell coachedsothatwasabigwintoget. Stillhavealotworktodo,andhave anothertoughgameonThursday versusCentral.Soweneedtocontinuetobuildonthiswin,showup topracticetowork,andbeprepared togo.”

TheIndianswillnowhittheroad fortheirremainingfivegamesasthe looktoearnaberthintheDIAA StatePlayoffs.Theyalsohavetheir sightsonsweepingandclinchingthe HenlopenAthleticConference SouthDivisioncrownagainthisseason,andcandosowithawinover DelmaronTuesday,May6.

However,theIndianscannotlook toofaraheadastheywillfirstclash withtheinner-districtrivalSussex CentralonThursday,May1,atthe SportsattheBeachcomplexin Georgetown(Field#7)at4:15p.m. AwinovertheGoldenKnights(9-3 overallrecord)wouldcertainlygoa longwaytohelpingtheirpostseason chancesandpotentialseeding.

FollowingtheDelmargame,the IndianswillfaceAppoquinimink(75)onFriday,May9,thenMiddletown(4-8)onMonday,May12,and finallyArchmere(7-5)onFriday, May16.Allthreeofthosecontests arewinnable,eveniftheyhaveto comewithlongbusridestotheir destination.

WiththeIndians’recordcurrently sittingat8-4overall,winningatleast threeoftheirfinalfivegamesshould easilygetthemintheDIAApostseasonshowcase.

isanecessarythingtoplayatahighlevel. So,wehavemademistakesthatmoreexperiencedteamsdon’tmake.Butindoing so,weacceleratethelearningcurve.That isgoingtopaydividendsnextyearand theyearafter.”

Spencersaidoneofhisteam’s strengthshasbeenitsabilitytoplay throughadversity.“Nomatterifwehave playersinjured,orifwedon’tmatchup wellagainstanopponent,thisteamhasa ‘neversaydie’attitude,”saidSpencer,

Appreciationforspecialcoaches

Duringherjourney,Sophiehasbeen fortunatetoplayforseveralcoacheswho haveplayedkeyrolesinhersuccess.“One ofthefirstwasmyyouthsoccercoach,Sam Witte,”saidScurci.“Hewasoneofthe toughestcoachesI’vehad,andhenever wenteasyonus.Buthealwayspushedus tobeourbest.Iwouldn’tbetheplayerIam todaywithouthisguidance.”

Scurcialsogiveskudostohercurrent travelsoftballcoach,MikeMertz.“Hehas taughtmesomuchaboutthegameand whatitmeanstobepartofahighlycompetitiveteam,”shesaid.“Hisknowledgeis

whoseseniorgoalkeeper,LoganDawson, hasmissedseveralgamesduetoaninjury. “Theyplayhardforeachother,because theyknowthat’swhat’sexpected.They workhardtoavoidlettingeachother down.Inateamsport,thatisunbelievably important.”

TheIndiansopenedthesecondhalfof theirschedulewithaconferencematchat PolytechonWednesday,April30.They willcompletetheirregularseasonschedulewithafivegamehomestandthrough May17thatfeaturesfourconferencefoes. Aseason-endingwinningstreakcould propeltheIndiansintotheDIAAplayoff tournament.

incredible,andhegavemetheopportunity toberecruitedattheDivisionIlevel.”

SophieisextremelyappreciativeofIndians’headcoachSaraPowellandassistants LaurenIllianandSamuelO’Shields.“They havemademyhighschoolexperienceboth funandmeaningful,”shesaid.“Their coachingstylesencourageustoperformat ourbestwhilegivingustheautonomyto makesmartdecisionsfortheteam.They trulyvalueandlistentoouropinions.

“Iwouldn’tbewhereIamtodaywithout thesupportandinfluenceofallmy coaches,”Scurcisummarized.“I’velearned somethingvaluablefromeachandevery oneofthem.”

“Sophie’sdedication,hardwork,and passionbothonandoffthefieldhavebeen evidentthroughouthertimewithourprogram,”saidcoachPowell.“Oneofmyfa-

“Intheremainingweeksleft,wehave someverygoodmatchups,”saidSpencer. “Wehavethechancetogoonawinning streakaslongasweplaywell.We’vebeen alittleinconsistentwithourplay,butwe cancontrolthat.Wefeellikewecanplay reallygoodlacrosserightnowandtake advantageofthesematchups.Theboys areexcitedtogetoutthereandshow everyonehowhardwe’vebeenworking.“

SophomoreattackJackSpencerleads theteamwith26goalsand34points,and seniormidfielderAidanBinkorankssecondwith16goals.Freshmanattack ParkerMooreleadstheIndianswith21 assistsandrankssecondwith28points.

voritememoriesiswhenSophiehita grand-slamhomerunagainstSussexCentraltoleadustoaHenlopenConference championshipwinin2023.Sophienever quitsandisalwaysworkingtoperfecther craft.Ihavenodoubtthatshewillcontinue toachievegreatthingsatthenextlevel.I can’twaittoseeallthatsheaccomplishes.”

Scurcisaidshehasbenefittedfromthe supportofhermother,AllisonScurciand father,DennisScurci.“Myparentshave supportedmeendlesslyovertheyears,”said Sophie.“Fromdrivingmetosoccerpractice inBaltimoretwiceaweektonevermissing agameortournament,they’vealwaysbeen bymyside.Mydad,inparticular,hasdedicatedcountlesshoursasmycoach,always readywithadrilltohelpmeimprove.I trulywouldn’tbetheplayerIamtoday withouthisguidanceandsupport.”

Indians’boys,girlssplit tri-meetwithLakeForest

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

TheIndianRiverHighSchoolboys’and girls’trackandfieldteamstastedbothvictoryanddefeatinarecenttri-meetthey hostedatTheReservationwithvisiting LakeForestandSeafordonTuesday,April 29.

BoththeboysandgirlsdefeatedSeaford byscoresof101-44and92-33,respectively, whiledroppingtheirmeetswithLakeForest,withtheboys’scorebeing57-89andthe girls’scoreendingup59-94.

FortheboysagainstSeaford,theIndians sweptthethreerelayevents—4x800, 4x100,and4x400—tohelpwiththewinningmargin.SeniorCadeDonnellywasa doublewinnerinindividualeventswithfirst placesinthe1600and800.Hewasjoined inthedouble-wincolumnbyjuniorJoshua Loose,whowonthetriplejumpandhigh jump.

Individualwinnersfortheboysincluded Tre’ZhonWeston(110hurdles),Darnell Stokes(100),NathanielMahaffey(300hurdles),OwenConnor(3200),ZakiDrum-

mond(shotput)andZhenWu(polevault). AgainstLakeForest,theIndiansdidn’t haveanydoubleeventwinners,butdidtake firstplacein8ofthe18eventsoverall.Individualwinnerswerethe4x800relayteam, Weston(110hurdles),Stokes(100),Mahaffey(300hurdles),Connor(3200),Loose (triplejump)andWu(polevault).

ForthegirlsinthewinovertheBlue Jays,theIndianswonallbutfiveevent,swith MadelynFaucettwinningfourindividual onesherself.Thefreshmanwonthe100 hurdles,longjump,triplejump,andthepole vault.ClassmateShayneVanZeewonapair ofeventsinthe400and800.JuniorNatalie Moranwonthe1600,andsophomore EmilyDaviswonthe3200.The4x400relay teamwasalsovictorious.

Intheotherfieldevents,PaytonLambertywonthehighjump,TaliyahMcCray wontheshotput,andKaileaDaffinwasfirst inthediscus.

OnlyfoureventswerewonbytheIndiansagainsttheSpartanswithFaucetttaking twoofthoseinthe100hurdlesandtriple

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IRboys’volleyballbeatsSmyrnaforsixthstraightwin

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

HeadcoachMikeMarkovicis verypleasedwiththeperformanceof hisIRHSboys’volleyballteam.

TheIndiansemergedfromspring breakwiththeirsixthstraightwin,30,overvisitingHenlopenConference rivalSmyrnaonTuesday,April29.

IndianRiverimproveditsrecord to8-2overalland5-1inconference playafterwinninginstraightsetsby thescoresof25-17twiceand25-18 once.

“Ouroverallteamdefenseismuch betterthanlastyear,”saidMarkovic, whoisinhissecondseasonasthe squad’sbenchboss.“Wehavethree orfourstronghitterswhocanconsistentlyhitwinners.And,ourupperclassmenhaveprovidedsteady leadership.Wehavealsoproventhat wecanwinclosematches.”

Thisyear’steam’sstrengthsare setting,strongoutsidehitters,and goodoveralldefense,saidMarkovic, whoisassistedbyJayClarkand ChadZook.

“Ourservingwasveryinconsistent earlierintheseason,buthasimprovedrecently,”hesaid.“Servicereceive,blocking,andoutofsystem playareareaswherewecanim-

prove.”

TheIndiansplaytheirlastfive gamesthroughMay7.“Onegameis againstundefeatedCaesarRodney, whobeatusearlierthisseasonat theirgym,”hesaid.“Wealsohavean importantmatchagainstournearby rival,CapeHenlopen.Winninga majorityofthesematchesiscritical toqualifyingforthestateplayoff championship,havingalowseed, andhostingafirstroundmatch.”

CoastalPoint•MikeStern SeniorrightsidehitterLogenHoodcontributedseveralwell-placedkillshotsin thevictoryoverSmyrna.

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

verdictagainstvisiting Henlopenconference rivalLakeForeston Tuesday,April29.

UniversityofRhode IslandcommitSophie Scurciesmackedtwoof theIndians’(5-6overall, 4-5inconferenceplay) fourhits,whileShaw Universitycommit Se’TaraMcGeeandseniorKatieLasheralsohit safely.

TheSpartanswereled byseniorCarahSumpter, who rippedapairoftwo runhomersanddrovein fiveruns.Sumpteralso hurledasix-inningcompletegame,strikingout twoandallowingno walks.

Smyrna5, IndianRiver3

Seniorrighthander Se’TaraMcGeepitchedher heartout.

TheShawUniversity commitrecoveredfroma rockyfirstinningandkept herteaminthegame. AfteryieldingathreerunhomeruntoseniorCimoneEdgeinthefirst frame,Se’TaraheldtheEaglesscoreless fromthesecondthroughsixthinnings. Hercompletegamegritwashigh-

IRgirls’soccerloses toPaduaAcademy

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

TheIndianRiverHighgirls’soccer teamwashopingforaninspiredperformancecomingoutofspringbreak.

ButthePaduaAcademyPandashad otherideas.ThevisitorsfromWilmingtondominatedtheIndians(5-4overall) ina7-0verdictonMonday,April28vs. PaduaAcademy.

ThePandas(5-3-1),whoshutdown theirhosts’offensivestalwarts,scored twiceinafour-minutespanearlyinthe firsthalf.JuniordefenderEmmeMul-

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lightedbyfourstrikeoutsasshescattered sevenhitsandwalkedtwo.

McGee’sabilitytorecoverenabledthe Indianstorallyandtiethescoreat3-3in thebottomofthesixthinningonsophomoreAutumnWille’stwoouthard-hit groundballthatscoredseniorKatieLasher.

IRHShadralliedinthefifthinningfor tworunsandclosedtowithin3-2.Junior

venaandjuniorforwardAudreyKehner eachhitthebackofthenetintheseventhand11minutes,respectively.Mulvenascoredagaininthe38thminuteto givePaduaa3-0halftimelead.

Paduatalliedinthefirstminuteof thesecondhalfonKehner’ssecond markerofthegametoincreasetheir lead,4-0.SophomoredefenderSydney Cusick,juniorforwardKaseyNwokobia andsophomoremidfielderKailyn Lawleralsoaddedsecondhalfgoals, andfreshmanforwardMalloryKehner dealt threeassists.

AddelynClark’sfielder’schoiceRBI groundoutchasedhomethefirstrun,and sophomoreJaelynMcCrayscoredonawild pitch.

ButtheEaglesralliedforapairofruns inthevisitors’seventhonasacrificeflyRBI bysophomoreSavannahArnoldandarunscoringbasehitbyjuniorAdisonWeisenberger.

Eagles’sophomorewinningpitcher AlexisDennisalsohurledacompletegame, fanningthreeandholdingtheIndiansto fourhitsandnowalks.

Ribboncutonnewparamedicstation

Paramedicshaveanewhomeinthe heartofSussexCounty.

SussexCountyofficialsheldaribboncuttingceremonyonMonday,April28, 2025,tocelebratethegrandopeningofthe newMedic103stationforSussexCounty EmergencyMedicalServices,locatedat 26929DickersonRoad,Millsboro.Thenew stationandpropertyareCounty-ownedand allowforfuturegrowth,ifneeded.

ParamediccrewsfromthenewMedic 103stationwillcontinuetoservetheMillsboro,DagsboroandFrankfordareas.The newlocationwillenhanceemergencyresponsecapabilitieswitheasieraccesstoboth northandsouthboundroutesalongtheU.S. 113corridor,contributingtosaferandreducedresponsetimes,positivelyimpacting patientcare,saidSussexCountyDepartmentofPublicSafetyDeputyDirectorand

headofEMSRobertMauch.

“Thisnewstationisideallylocatedtobe atthecenteroftheunit’sdistrict,ensuring timelyemergencyresponsestodayandinto thefuture,”DeputyDirectorMauchsaid.

“WeappreciatetheCountyCounciland Administration’svisionandsupport,which willensureSussexCountyEMScontinues tomeetitschargeoneachandeverycall,24 hoursaday.”

Thenew$1.8millionstationisa4,300square-footsingle-storybuildingdesigned toblendwiththesurroundingresidential areas.Itisthesixthfree-standing,Countyownedfacilitybuiltexclusivelytohouse EMScrewsandunitsinrecentyears.Sussex CountyEMSprovidesaround-the-clock advancedlifesupportthroughoutthecounty, augmentingtheemergencymedicalcare providedbylocalvolunteerambulanceand

firecompanies,knownasBasicLifeSupport.

In2024,crewsfromMedic103respondedto3,639callsforservice,witha typicalresponsetimeofjustundernine minutes.Since2009,theCountyhasconstructednewmedicstationsnearLaurel, LongNeck,OceanView,Lewesand Seaford,shiftingfromadecades-longmodel ofrentingspaceorco-locatingwithvolunteerfire/EMScompaniesforquarters.

SussexCountyplanstotransitionallits medicstationsinthecomingyearssothat eachunitishousedindependently,giving staffmorespaceforlife-savingequipment andbetteraccesstocommunitiesserved,all withthegoalofsavingtaxpayers’dollarsand improvingresponsetimes.SussexCounty EMShas11fixedstations,andoneseasonal unit.

Sussexleaderssaidthenewstation, whichbecameoperationalthisspring,representstheCounty’scontinuedcommitment topublicsafety.Fundingforthestation’sdesignandconstructionwasmadepossible throughtheCounty’sshareofrealtytransfer taxescollectedonpropertysales.

“SussexCounty’scontinuedcommitmenttopublicsafetyisasstrongasever,and thisstationisproofofourunwaveringsupporttothatandtothepeopleweserve,” SussexCountyCouncilPresidentDouglas B.Hudsonsaid.“Ensuringatimelyandprofessionalresponseisasacredduty,andwe takethatseriously,whetherthat’sadding91-1dispatchers,buildingnewstationsfor ouraward-winningparamedicservice,or providingmillionsofdollarstothevolunteer fireserviceeachyear.We’reproudofthe worktokeepourfirstrespondersfirst-rate.”

Amongsomeofthenewstation’sfeatures,thebuildingincludestwogaragebays thatwillaccommodatefouremergencyvehicles,office/conferencespace,akitchen,day room,sleepingquartersandfitnessarea.The constructionwasperformedbytheWhaylandCo.ofLaurel,Del.George,Miles& Buhr,LLCofSalisbury,Md.,andSeaford provideddesignservices.

jump,whileMoranwasfirstinthe1600, andVanZeewinningthe400.

TheIndianswillnowprepareforthe HenlopenAthleticConferenceChampionshipMeetbeingheldMay8-9atLake ForestHighSchool.

Tennis

CRsweepsIndiansoncourts

TheIndians’boys’andgirls’tennisteams traveledtoperennialpowerhouseCaesar RodneyonTuesday,April29,foraHenlopenAthleticConferencetiltwiththeRiders.

UnfortunatelyforIR,theRiderswere theirusualstrongselvesinsweepingboth matches,5-0.

Themostcompetitivematchfortheboys cameatfirstdoubleswheretheIRduoof JadenShockleyandMarshallHerring droppedasetstraightcontest(6-2,6-1)to CR’sSageSawhneyandWassimRasamny.

Forthegirls,IR’sseconddoublestandem ofLucilleFeathersandLeilaniEhlerscame upjustshortintheirmatchwiththeRiders’ AnailaCampbellandAddisonCaskey(6-4, 6-4).

Withoneremainingregularseason matchonTuesday,May6—boysatDover, girlshostDover—theIRteamsseetheir recordssitat4-5(boys)and5-4(girls),respectively.

TheHenlopenAthleticConferenceTennisChampionshipswillbeheldatCape HenlopenHighSchoolonMay9-10.

LEGALS

PUBLIC NOTICE

Bethany Diner, Inc. has on April 25th, 2025 applied with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner to change the classification of its current “Beer and Wine” on-premises restaurant liquor license to allow the ability to sell full spirits at its existing Bethany Diner located at 792A Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE 19934. Aside from the ability to sell liquor to restaurant patrons, all other current restaurant operations, including the concept and menu, will remain the same. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises or in any incorporated areas located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing address for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. Protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before May 25, 2025. The protests can be emailed to oabcchearingexhibits@delaware.gov or mailed to: OABCC, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, 10th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Failure to file such a protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact the Commissioner’s Office.

CP 20250425 3T

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

Estate of Janet Elizabeth Cranston Baxter, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Janet Elizabeth Cranston Baxter who departed this life on March 2, 2025, late of Bethany Beach, DE were duly granted unto Elizabeth Baxter Butcher on April 8, 2025 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 November 2, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Elizabeth Baxter Butcher 7 Appleby Rd., Wellesley, MA 02482-6918

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

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

CP 202504025 3T

TOWN OF FRANKFORD

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

Notice is hereby given that public hearings will be held on May 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Frankford Town Hall, 9 Main Street, Frankford, Delaware concerning (1) an application for change of zone from residential (R) to residential planned community (RPC) for the properties with Sussex County tax map and parcel (TM&P) numbers of 433-6.00-1.00, -6.00-1.01, and -6.10-13.00; (2) an application for annexation for the properties with TM&P numbers of 433-6.00-31.02 and -33.00; and (3) a draft ordinance to amend the portion of the land development ordinance that addresses setback requirements in the RPC district.

CP 20250418 3T

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

Estate of Harold T. Williams, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Harold T. Williams who departed this life on March 14, 2025, late of Dagsboro, DE were duly granted unto Deborah Wagner on April 8, 2025 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 November 14, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Deborah Wagner 27576 Dagsboro Rd., Dagsboro, DE 19939

Gregory Fuller, Sr.,

Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

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

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

Estate of Faye Ella Hartman, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Faye Ella Hartman who departed this life on March 11, 2025, late of Selbyville, DE were duly granted unto Daniel Hartman on April 15, 2025 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 November 11, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor: Daniel Hartman 10 Stonebridge Cir., Ephrata, PA 17522

ATTORNEY:

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

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills CP 202504025 3T

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

Estate of Balbir Singh Kalra, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of Balbir Singh Kalra who departed this life on December 21, 2024, late of Rockville, MD were duly granted unto Mary L. Kalra on April 14, 2025 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 21, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Mary L. Kalra

2304 Glenmore Terrace., Rockville, MD 20850

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

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

CP 202504025 3T

CP 202504018 3T

PUBLIC NOTICE

Summer Salts Bar & Grille II LLC T/A Flip Flops Beach Grill has on April 21, 2025 applied with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner for a new on-premise Restaurant liquor license that includes Sundays to sell alcoholic beverages on the premises where sold for a premises located at 35252 Atlantic Avenue, Millville, DE 19967. Persons who are against this application should provide written notice of their objections to the Commissioner. For the Commissioner to be required to hold a hearing to consider additional input from persons against this application, the Commissioner must receive one or more documents containing a total of at least 10 signatures of residents or property owners located within 1 mile of the premises or in any incorporated areas located within 1 mile of the premises. The signatures of residents or property owners must also include the mailing address for the property and the email address (if one exists) for the resident or property owner. Protest(s) must be received by the Commissioner’s office on or before May 22, 2025. The protests can be emailed to oabcchearingexhibits@delaware.gov, or mailed to: OABCC, Carvel State Office Building, 820 North French Street, 10th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Failure to file such a protest may result in the Commissioner considering the application without further notice, input, or hearing. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact the Commissioner’s Office.

CP 20250425 3T

TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW PUBLIC NOTICE COUNCIL MEETING AND WORKSHOP SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL

YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2026

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF OCEAN VIEW that the Town Council will continue to conduct its regular monthly meetings at 3:00pm on the second Tuesday of each month and has tentatively scheduled workshops at 3:00pm on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Town Community Center located at 32 West Avenue unless special circumstances dictate a change.

REGULAR MEETINGS

May 13, 2025

June 10, 2025

July 8, 2025

No August Meeting

September 9, 2025

October 14, 2025

November 18, 2025***

December 9, 2025

January 13, 2026

February 10, 2026

March 10, 2026

April 14, 2026

* Holidays.

PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING

The Board of Adjustment of the Town of Henlopen Acres will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Town Hall, 104 Tidewaters, Henlopen Acres, Delaware.

The Board of Adjustment will hear a request for variances under Chapter 130 of the Zoning Code. The applicant has requested a variance from Code section 130-24 (R-District – Minimum livable floor space; height). Specifically, the applicant is requesting a 2.2-foot variance to provide for a 24.2foot vertical envelope. This request has been received from Constantine F. and Lori D. Malmberg for the property located at 52 Tidewaters, also known as Block G, Lot 7.

All interested and affected persons are hereby notified and requested to attend or submit comments in writing prior to the hearing date, to Town of Henlopen Acres, 104 Tidewaters, Henlopen Acres, Delaware 19971.

CP 20250502 1T

WORKSHOPS (ALL TENTATIVE)

May 27, 2025

June 24, 2025

July 22, 2025

No August Meeting

September 23, 2025

October 28, 2025

No November Workshop*

No December Workshop*

January 27, 2026

February 24, 2026

March 24, 2026

April 28, 2026**

**Town Council Reorganization Meeting.

*** Moved due to Veterans Day Holiday

CP 20250502 1T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947

(302)855-7875

Estate of William J. Cobb, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of William J. Cobb who departed this life on March 27, 2025, late of Dagsboro, DE were duly granted unto Susan C. Lyons and Jodi L. Thompson on April 21, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executors without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executors on or before November 27, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

EXECUTORS:

Susan C. Lyons

Jodi L. Thompson

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

To Whom it May Concern:

This is to advise that Bruce Gordon Schmickley Jr. of 29622 Patrick Henry Circle, Millsboro, 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.

CP 20250502 1T

ADDRESS: 32691 Cedar Dr., Millville, DE 19967 38555 Peppers Landing Ln., Selbyville, DE 19975

ATTORNEY: Pro Se

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills CP 20250502 3T

PT MAINTENANCE

Part-Time Parking Enforcement Of cer

Are you looking for a seasonal job that lets you enjoy the great outdoors and soak up the sun? Fenwick Island is seeking an enthusiastic and responsible individual to join our team as a Part-Time Parking Enforcement Of cer!

Employment Status: Part Time/Seasonal Hourly Salary: $20.00 Hours: Minimum 24 hrs. per week

General Statement of Duties:

The seasonal parking of cer reports to the Chief of Police and is responsible for parking enforcement throughout the Town limits. Must be at least 18 years of age. Physical ability to ride a bicycle within Town limits for a maximum of 8 hours per shift. No experience necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

■ Bicycle patrol within Town limits

■ Enforce parking violations

■ Assist the public with general information

■ Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

Instructions to Applicants:

■ Submit resume to policeclerk@fenwickisland.org

■ Interviewing Now! Start date will be May 21, 2025

■ End Date September 1, 2025

■ Application available on Town’s website at https://fenwickisland.delaware.gov/

■ Call the Administrative Secretary Caroline Jowder at 302-539-2000 x 212

LEAD SINGER FORMING BAND FOR FUN SUMMER GIGS …

70’s and 90’s, e.x. Big Brother and Holding, Stone Poneys, Eagles, Elvis, Motown, etc. Need full band and 3 backup singers, i.e. (The Supremes). Please Send questions and note of interest to: darstar75@yahoo.com, Practice start mid-May in Ocean View

BARTENDERS WANTED IMMEDIATELY

Ocean View. Call for an appointment. Ask for Canteen Manager.

BETHANY DINER INC.

Purchasing Agent (Bethany Beach, DE) Purchase products, incl kitchen supplies, tableware, & cleaning materials from vendors. Examine product suppliers & determine reliable ones. Timely handle problems of products & ensure fastest return & exchange or refund. Bach's Deg in Economics, Finance, or Business Administration; M-F, 40 hrs./wk; Send Resume to Elhan Hajiyev, Manager, Bethany Diner Inc., 792 A Gar eld Pkwy, Bethany Beach, DE 19930.

SECRETARY DESK late 1800s

ANTIQUE ELI TERRY JR &

PT - Kitchen Manager – Ocean View

Responsible for serving attractive food by following a heart-healthy menu. Preparation of homebound and congregate meals. Some cooking and preparation onsite. A minimum of one year of cooking experience is required. Experience with inventory and ordering, preferred. Ability to lift 30 pounds M-F, 7:30 am to 1:30 pm with a 30-minute meal break.

For this and other vacancies, please apply online at: https://www.cheerde.com/employment Or call: (302) 515-0001 Ext. 1012

Probably cherry, excellent condition. 4 drawers, 10 small drawers, 42”H x 40”W x 20”D, ap down adds 15” to depth. Can text pics. New reduced price $350! 302-539-9656

FULL SIZED CAROUSEL

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

O GUAGE, LIONEL, MARX, & PRIDE LINES Trains and accessories. Call for more information. 302-236-8003

ANTIQUE JEWELRY CABI-

NET 3ft high with ring & earring drawers. Like New $80. 302-579-0026

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

NORITAKE CHINA 8 settings, Melissa pattern. $45.00 302-537-6353

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

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

WHIRLPOOL DUET DRYER Gray, with transition vent included. $80 302-249-3845

OSTER FOOD PROCESSOR 2 in 1 salad prep and food processor. Shreds, slices, puree, chop. New in box $75 301-875-7061

DASH CHEF SERIES digital Blender. Includes instruction manual and recipe guide. Still in box $150 301-875-7061

SET OF 4 18” X 7”Polished grey pocket aluminim rims. $125 302-200-9350 please leave message. DONATE YOUR

HELP WANTED

In need of a Compassionate and Reliable Caregiver for my Mother with slight dementia in her home. Fri, Sat, Sun 8am-8pm Please Call 240-522-6613

CAR/TRUCK/RV - Lutheran Mission Society of MD Compassion Place min3istries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410-228-8437 www.CompassionPlace.org 4-DIGIT DELAWARE LIVE/ACTIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394 “7/3/94” T8697 “08/06/97” T9685 “09/06/85” Your Choice $650 each 302-542-9500 GATOR TONNEAU COVER Fits 2014/2018 Sierra & Silverado 860-237-1861 2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU all-weather front oor liners. Fit 2017-2020. Like new. $50 914-275-8938 DE LICENSE PLATE Stainless Steel with Rivets. Non Active. Collectors Item. $300 302-745-4122

BRAND NEW TOYOTA RAV 4 all weather mats for front seat, rear seat, and cargo area. $250 609-247-3649 SHURFLO PORTABLE oil change system with 3.5 gallon storage container. 12 volt DC. Like new, asking $100 914-275-8938

2001 SEA-DOO UTOPIA 19 with trailer. Very good condition and perfect for the bay. Call or text 610-657-4581 $5000 obo 1 PERSON KAYAK $80. 302-541-4547

YAMAHA STAINLESS STEEL

4 BLADE PROPELLER

RH Apollo XHS 993204

14 3/8” X 18”. 15 Spline. $250 302-542-9500

LOADRITE GALVANIZED

1989 BOAT TRAILER. (had 20ft boat) 24 rollers, 3,680lb GVWR. DE Title, tagged until Dec 2025 $650 OBO 302-542-9500

NISSAN 9.8 HP BOAT

MOTOR low hours excellent condition $700 OBO. 302-668-8752

FISHING GEAR.

Surf, Trolling, and Boat Rods. Landing nets, cast nets, and lures. Contact Ted 302-539-8053 or 302-547-4348

40 INCH SONY HDTV with stand. Excellent Condition $50.302-436-5836

49” DIAGONAL LG TV with soundbar, woofer, Roku, ear phones. Excellent cond. $100 Ocean View.Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

32” DIAGONAL VISIO TV

Excellent cond. $40 Ocean View.Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

SAMSUNG GALAXY S23 FE 1yr old. New in Box with Red case and everything included. $250 302-436-9133

32IN SHARP HDTV with remote $50. 443-373-1550

SPIRE MEMORY BANK for iPad $20. 302-743-1903

50” PANASONIC HDTV $35, 42” Vizio HDTV $25. Text 301-526-0624

FREE DIRT! Community in Ocean View has 2,500 cubic yards of borrow soils from stormwater ponds. If interested, call Dennis at 203-644-4528

LARGE DISPLAY CABINET

Framed Glass Doors with light and bottom storage. New Condition $600 cash. 302-579-0026

KING & QUEEN

Headboard $30 each

302-229-7898

TV CABINET $40 302-229-7898

OUTDOOR BISTRO SET $40 443-763-1378

OVAL COFFEE TABLE & 2 END

Tables. Glass Tops, Mint Condition $90 cash 302-579-0026

HERNDON CHINA CABINET Four Centuries style dark wood cabinet with mesh doors and 3 glass shelves. Additional storage underneath. 77"h x 39"w $250.00 Inquire for pics 209-890-0634

ART DECO GLASS MIRROR

35”W X 24”D. Excellent cond. $25 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures

717-521-7955

FEDERAL STYLE MAPLE

Wood Lowboy 60”L X 19”W X 30”H. Excellent cond. $100 Ocean View Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

DINING ROOM TABLE 4

chairs, maple nish $150 302-362-3687

FEDERAL STYLE MAPLE

Wood Mirror 28”W X 48”H

Excellent cond. $45 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

JEWELRY CABINET

New Condition. Lift top with mirror. Ring drawer & earring drawer, 3 bottom drawers $80 302-579-0026

KING BED W/ALL LINENS sheets, and coverlets. Excellent cond. used a dozen times. $200 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

LIKE NEW “BAHAMA” DINING Room table and 6 chairs. 78x44. Glass top with inlaid wood, includes 18” leaf. $250 OBO 571-216-2242

2 WICKER CABINETS with storage drawers/shelves, both 46’W X 15”D X 34”H excellent cond. $70 each Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

PATIO CHAIRS Great condition! White & Blue $15 each. Brown & Blue $10 each. 757-810-8782

RATTAN KITCHEN SET with 4 chairs and 54" glass top. Looks like new, only used a few times. $1400 new asking $400 Call 410-430-9402

CHERRY CHEST OF Drawers, and Mirror. Solid wood, cherry nish. Great condition. $50 302-229-7898

Shady Dell: 3BR/1BA mobile home in Ocean View. $1,300 per month + utilities.

Bethesda Road: 2BR/1BA single family home in Georgetown. $1,600 per month + utilities.

Johnson Road: 3BR/2BA single family home in Lincoln. $1,800 per month + utlities.

Hearthstone Manor: 2BR/2BA first floor condo with garage. $1,750 per month + utilities.

Hosier St.: 4BR/2BA, unfurnished duplex in Selbyville. $2,000 per month + 2% rental tax.

Blackwater Village: 3BR/2BA single level home in Dagsboro. $2,200 per month + utilities. Available after 5/1/25

All units are N/S, N/P unless otherwise noted. Credit application and security deposit required.

Keenwick Sound: 3BR/2.5BA single family home in Selbyville. $2,200 per month + utilities

Creekside: 4BR/3.5BA fully furnished 3 story townhome in Millville. $2,400 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax.

Silver Woods: 3BR/2BA single family home with garage in Ocean View. $2,400 per month + utilities.

Creek Haven: 4BR/2.5BA, 2 story single family home with 2 car garage. $2,500 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax.

Saltwater Landing: 3 BD / 2.5 BA furnished single family home with office and 2 car garage in Selbyville. $2800 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax.

Lawn Maintenance included.

Charley’s Run: 3BR/3BA furnished single family home located right outside Salt Pond in Bethany Beach. $2,950 per month + utilities. Available after 5/1/25.

24’ LADDER. FIBERGLASS with 300lb rating. New $389 and selling for $100. Must leave message 410-939-7714

GREEN WORKS 2000

PSI1.2gpm Pressure

Washer. Like New $199

302-436-9133

HUSQVARNA LEAF BLOWER

Model 225 HBV w/owners manual. Sold as is. $35 OBO. Please call 302-855-0631

Leave message and phone number

18X36 CRAFTSMAN lawn roller $150 410-299-1581

HUSQVARNA 48” RIDING Lawnmower. Like New, Runs Great $400 443-397-3377 Ask for Mike

JOHN DEERE Tractor/Lawnmower. 36” cut, 19 horsepower. Like New. $900 rm 302-396-5450

CRAFTSMAN 30” bow saw

$25. (2) 20 in. bow saws $15 each 302-537-7348

GARDEN GROOM 3 in 1

Hedge Trimmer, $50 OBO 609-247-3649

55 GALLON BARRELS Metal or plastic with or without lids. For burning, storage, oating docks, rain barrel, live bait, ush tank, planters/pots etc Starting at $35 302-542-9500

“BILLYGOAT” LAWN VACUUM Excellent Condition $100 text 302-745-4122

2 COUNTER HEIGHT BAR STOOLS 26 1/2 high, brushed nickel back with cream leather seats. $100.00 302-545-9812

HEAT N GLO FIREPLACE Insert, like new $300 410-598-1161

2 SAFETY GLASS Game/Meal Tables, ea 42” square, plus 6 fabric chairs. $100 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

WHITE SINGLE OVER DOUBLE bunk bed; very sturdy, excellent condition; including bunkie board and mattresses. $325. Selbyville area. 717-576-6293

OUTDOOR FURNITURE. 2 Chairs with cushions & foot stools with matching glass top coffee table. $400 302-663-9326

LEATHER RECLINER with Ottoman. Recliner; 32”w x 37”h. Ottoman: 21” x 17” x 16”h. Circular wood base. $140 302-537-5148

POLK AUDIO R150 Bookshelf

Speakers, black, brand new in carton. $125 443-790-0507

PICTURE FRAME VICE

Stanley $25 302-436-9005

BLACK HYDRAULIC hairstyling chair. Leather & chrome. Great condition. Orig. $400, asking $50. 443-373-7294

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! 1-855-337-5228 www.dental50plus.com/MDDC #6258 2 GUITAR STANDS $10 each 302-436-9005

MUSIC STAND

Top Quality $12 302-436-9005 5X4 HANDMADE QUILT

Large $70 443-373-1550

POKER CHIP & CARD HOLDER Swivels $40 443-373-1550

SHEEPSKIN RUG $50 443-373-1550

30,000 BTU PROPANE WALL Heater with Thermostat & Blower $150 302-539-5545

UNIQUE GOLD SUNBURST pattern 5x8 area rug. India House, pictures available $75 610-952-6306

FLOOR PNEUMATIC Nailer. Used once $70 302-381-5408

NEW PATIO HEATER Bronze, with LED Table. $75 Firm 302-732-3637

MISCELLANEOUS

LIKE NEW/USED MEDICAL equiptment. INVACARE electric wheelchair $400. Feather lightweight wheelchair $400. INVACARE Hospital bed

$200. Please leave message 302-470-9335

CONVENTIONAL & MI-

CROWAVE COMBO $95

Please leave message 302-470-9335

HONEYWELL HUMIDIFIER $20 Please leave message 302-470-9335

UREKA UPRIGHT $15

Please leave message 302-470-9335

SINGER Sewing Machine

$30 Please leave message 302-470-9335

BOSTITCH NAIL GUN B13 series. New, never used 18 gauge, 5/8 to 2 1/8 range. $30 302-436-9005

CRAFTSMAN ROUTER 1 1/2 HP Never used $60 302-381-5408

RIKON 10x18 mini lathe Model 70-105 Brand Newbox never opened. $125 302-381-5408

4-DIGIT DELAWARE

LIVE/ACTIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394 “7/3/94” T8697 “08/06/97” T9685 “09/06/85” Your Choice $650 each 302-542-9500

CROCK POT, 6 qt, programable. Brand new in carton. $40 443-790-0507

MODEL TOY “TANKER” TRUCKS Nice Christmas gifts. $10.00 each 302-537-4390

WERNER 20FT EXTENSION LADDER D1520-2 extra heavy duty $150 OBO. 302-564-7564

WOOD LECTURN used once $50 302-381-5408

BRAND NEW Indoor/ Outdoor 9x12 rug. Navy blue with white sh. Bought it for $250. Didn’t t, can’t return it. Selling for $200. 610-761-2038

BRAND NEW HANDMADE

5x7 Turkish Rug. Still in original packaging. Purchased in Kusadasi, Turkey. Rug sells there for at least 6k during busy Summer tourist season. We were there in Oct (end of season) and paid $1400. Willing to accept reasonable offer. CASH ONLY please. 973-722-5367

AMERICAN FLAG New, 6’x10’ Embroidered, good price $25 302-436-9005

FUJIFILM UNDERWATER

Digital Camera with batteries & accessories $70. 302-743-1903

ARTTRICKS CALLIGRAPHY

Set $10. 302-743-1903

ELECTRIC POWERWASHER

Good Condition $100. 302-541-4547

1 HP DRILL PRESS, 13” Plainer, a Jigsaw, and a Wood Lathe. Best Offer. Call 302-541-8259

20” UPRIGHT ELECTRIC FAN

$8 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

TABLECLOTH Ivory, 60x84 Oval. New in package. $8 302-537-7348

MY BACKYARD QUAIL EGGS

302-249-8493

LADIES CLOTHES and Accessories. New to Vintage. Excellent condition. Various sizes. Lots of Jackets. Fifty pieces. $3-$20. 302-8298400

IRON FISH SHAPED WINE

RACK Holds 20 Bottles of Wine $60. 302-743-1903

METAL FRAME RESTAURANT Dining Chairs with extra thick cushions. $10 each. 410-608-7505

CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW Router & Router Table $250 OBO. 302-541-8008

CONAIR ELECTRIC DIGITAL Scale. $8 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

RAZOR E300 ELECTRIC SCOOTER w/charger. As is $20 717-682-0218

VINTAGE GAMES $1 each

302-644-7234

DOLLS (NOT ANTIQUE)

Make Offer 302-644-7234

CROQUET SET $10

302-644-7234

GIFTS FROM CASINO

Brand New. Make Offer

302-644-7234

PICTURES & FRAMES

All Sizes. Make Offer 302-644-7234

GLASSWARE ALL SMALL

UNIQUE PIECES Closing my Shop, must buy all $75 must leave message. 410-939-7714

50 ROMANCE BOOKS .25 cents each. 302-541-0475

5 BRAND NEW Ravensburger Puzzles. $12 each 302-541-0475

TWIN 100FT TANKS with manifold $500. 302-854-9498

POWERBACK 5250 WATTS

GENERATOR excellent condition. $200 302-745-4122

LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent condition. . 516-967-6435

MENS DUI DRY SUIT Large with weight belt. $500. 302-854-9498

DIVE TANKS 6 aluminum. $50 each. 302-854-9498

HOOVER FLOOR MATE never used, still in box, hard oor cleaner cleans multiple hard oor surfaces $80

301-875-7061

SAMSONITE HARD

Suitcase 26x20. Rollers & combo lock $60 443-373-1550

BLOND KITCHEN SET, ceramic top oval table & 6 chairs $50.00 302-537-6353

SNOWBABY MUSIC BOX new in box, Christmas Miniature Tea Set, new in box. $25 for both. Call or text for pictures: 610-468-4004

LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent Condition. $685 516-967-6435

12 FT WOODEN LADDER $30

410-382-2033

ELECTRIC DRILL Black & Dekker $10 410-310-6633

We Buy Houses for Cash AS IS! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer and get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-866-541-7929

BISSELL PRO HEAT PET 2x Carpet Cleaner. Good Condition $40. 302-278-1441

DECORATIVE BIRD FRAMED

bronze colored mirror by Uttermost. H 36” W 23 1/2” $75. Selbyville Text or call 410-707-6572 Inquire for photos

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

CORNER TV CONSOLE like new, 73 in high. Perfect and elegant space saving solution. Photos available by sending me an email at: abertaux27@gmail.com

500 410-707-0040

CONTEMPORARY SLEEP

SOFA in Striped fabric, excellent condition, seldom slept on. $400. 410-707-0040

BLACK LEATHER SWIVEL Chair w/Ottoman. $40, metal and glass corner computer desk $30. Text 301-526-0624

BIG BUTTON amplifying phone. $10 410-310-6633

POWDER BLUE RUG good cond, 65”L x 41”W. $40 Ocean View 717-521-7955

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

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

CASIO KEYBOARD LK210 with light up keys $70 410-382-2033

ROADRUNNER DRUMBAGS

22”, 12”, 16”, 10”, all for $35. Aquarian Superkick 2 20” base drum head with head $35 like new 302-278-1441

CB 10 LUG 14x7 1/2

Chrome Drum Snare.

Aquarian Head 40 Strand Snares. Great Sound! $100. 302-278-1441

XL HARD SIDED TRAVEL

Kennel. $30 302-245-7149

2 RED EARED SLIDERS

Turtles. 80 gallon tank, lters, heat lamp, heater, food & supplies. Many accessories. $350. 302-436-1688

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

FANCY GUPPIES Very unique, bright colors. $2 each. Texts preferred. 302-841-4562

MENS BIKE $40 Please leave message 302-470-9335

RAY COOK GOLF BAG, Brand new, retractable legs, $35 443-790-0507

KAYAKS JAZZ 2 Paddles & small wheeling cart. $425 302-539-3048

PLACEBO (FLEXLITE) 6’4”

Surfboard. Complete with ns, leash, and bag. $225 Call (no texts) for pics. Leave message. 302-239-5466

20” SCHWINN GIRLS

Bike, Pink, new. 26”$90. Huffy Bike, used $50 814-237-1001

TWO 90” CHILL PADDLE

Boards (new) with paddles $50 each 814-237-1001

COBRA GOLF BAG & IRONS LIKE NEW Taylor

Woods & Odyssey Putter. Orig. price new is $5k for set. Asking $500 for all. Lvg msg. 302-988-1204

LIFE PRESERVERS 4

Adult, 2 Child, 1 Toddler. $40 814-237-1001

KAYAK 28LB. 1 hand carry & launch. Orig $2300, selling $600. Refurb. 2020 & used 2x. Cockpit cover, mini-skirt, full skirt, self rescue in atable, PFD, cold weather socks & boots, night light, manual water pump, whistle, text 302-249-5453 for photos.

SCHWINN BOYS BIKE New Condition. $50 302-616-1699

COBRA GOLF CLUB BAG & Irons. Tyler Woods & Odyssey Putter. Orig. New 5k for whole set. Like new $500 for all! Leave Msg. 302-988-1204

EWHEELS 2 WHEEL ELECTRIC SCOOTER with rechargeable battery. Very good condition, Ocean View, De. $599. Call Jim 301-661-7585

NIKE golf clubsand NIKE bag. Full set of irons and driver, 3 wood and 5 wood. $280.00. 302-265-6646

LONGBOARD 9’2” with Travel Bag $300 must leave message . 410-939-7714

TANDEM KHS PREMIUM

Roma Bicycle. Med & small, Shimano Ultegra Easton 7K Aluminum frame. Like new, paid $2,500, selling for $750 302-278-1441

HEALTHRIDER TOTAL BODY Aerobic Fitness. $45 OBO 410-382-2033

GRAVITY INVERSION Boots $25 609-247-3649

TEETER INVERSION TABLE

Great Condition! $75 302-353-8128 leave message Magna xl2 21 speed all terrain bike. Brakes, 26” antislip tires suspension fork. $50.00 302-339-7691

TREK 20” MEN’S BIKE

Vintage 1990s. Single track Eleven 81. New tires, recent tune-up. $75 Pics available. 302-353-8128 Leave message.

TENNIS RACKETS Head with cover $15 & Prince with cover + carrying bag $20 410-382-2033

10 SPEED MURRAY Bicycle, almost new $30 OBO. 757-810-8782

SNORKEL & MASK SET $10 410-310-6633

SEEKING UTILITY TRAILER with gate. Black, 6’ x 9’. 302-344-0169

SMALL GROUP OF HUNTERS seeking Hunting or Vacant property for upcoming season and Looking for Farmers Field to Hunt Geese in. Call Chuck at 410-924-6692

This We ekend

❏ Sat May 3rd 8am-2pm Rain or Shine

Come Shop & Support Local Vendors!!! Everything from antiques, furniture and clothing, to unique finds. All Vendors are welcomed!!! If interested in reserving a 10X10 space @$20 please send email to Susan@roxana90.com. IN EMAIL SUBJECT LINE PLEASE WRITE "yard sale vendor" I will then supply you with vendor and participant details. 302-519-2219. Sponsored by the Roxana Auxiliary 35943 Zion Church Road Frankford DE

❏ Sat May 3 8am-11am Rain Date May 4

N Oak Drive Community Yard Sale!

RT 113 & N Oak Dr, Behind Preston Dealership GPS: 25404 N Oak Drive millsboro DE 19966

❏ Sat May 3 8am-12pm Rain or Shine Moving Sale! Lighthouse Crossing & Bright Ocean Way. 38673 Bright Ocean Way Selbyville DE 19975

❏ Sat May 3 8am-12pm Rain or Shine

Victoria Forest Community Yard Sale!

Kids clothes, toys, furniture, household items, longaberger baskets, pampered chef items, jewelry and more! Ronzetti Ave, Selbyville next to the Middle School.

❏ Sat May 3 8am-1pm Rain or Shine

Bethany Bay Yard Sale!

Huge fishing and boating yard sale at garage 132 on Harbor Drive. Saltwater and freshwater. Rods, reels, spoons, plugs, twister tails, hooks, new Stren and Sufix mono line, antique rods and reels, Mitchell 300’s, Penn, Ambassador, bamboo fly rods, anchors, tackle boxes, crab pots, minnow traps, 30# thrust trolling motor. Also Yakima Space Booster roof storage, metal detector. Bethany Bay, 37185 Harbor Drive Ocean View DE 19970

Upcom ing

❏ Fri & S at May 9 & 10 8am-1p m Rain or Shine

Yard/Vintage Sale! Pyrex, Christmas blow molds, silver, antiques, MCM items, furniture, baseball cards, collectibles and more. 32161 West Rd, Frankford,DE

❏ Sat May 10 8am-1pm Rain or Shine

Herring Woods Community Yard Sale! Great finds at great prices. Located off Rt. 20, south of the Armory. 32520 Herring Wood Drive Dagsboro DE 19939

❏ Sat May 10th 9am-12p

(Rain Date May 17 for Garage Sale Only)

The Village at Bear Trap Dunes Garage Sale & Pet Adoption Event! Pet Adoption Event with Delaware Humane Animal Partners at the Pavilion located at 1 October Glory Avenue Ocean View DE 19970

❏ Sat May 17 7am-2pm Rain or Shine

Yard Sale Fundraiser! Baked goods & grilled lunch items available (10am-2pm) At the Community Church of Oak Orchard Community Center (across from the fire hall). We are accepting gently used items for the yard sale. Proceeds will go towards the purchase of church bus. Call 302-945-0633 to schedule drop off or for more information.

32615 Oak Orchard Rd Millsboro DE 19966

By Jan Buckner Walker

The Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults

Kids Across

1. It's a shape with four sides

6. A tiny, round mark over the "i" in "tiny"

7. Fun in black and white: A rectangular tile with 6As that you place on the table when you play an oldfashioned matching game

8. These tasty, little noodles are all shaped like Cs. They come out of the oven as ______ and cheese.

9. You'll know how many sides I have if you can count to eight. When drivers see me on the street, they all must stop and wait. What am I?: A _____ sign

12. Where people go to work out so they can stay in shape

13. A curved shape like the roof of the capitol building in our Nation's Capital or a

jockey's helmet

14. Where the president signs a bill into law: the ____ O ce

15. What the ancient Egypians built that has four triangles that lean in and meet to form a peak

17. The nickname of the president whose black hat was shaped like a tall cylinder

19. It's the symbol of Valentine's Day (and the organ that beats in your chest)

20. After a storm, this colorful curve can make the sky come alive 21. How many sides does a decagon have?

Parents Down

1. Type of inner power you must unleash 2. Like almost all obelisks, the

Washington Monument points this direction

3. Generous with its shade, this tree has oblong leaves

4. Cylindrical soup container

5. Healthy nut that's shaped like your eye

6. Cubes that determine a Monopoly player's mobility

7. Baseball arena (or bride's sparkling gem)

9. Check the deck: A playing card that is a 19A or a 7D and is not a club member

10. Kidney-shaped backyard attraction

11. Fall fruit shaped like an upside-down light bulb

12. Math subject that focuses on shapes

16. Circle around a nger (or a rosie)

18. Single-serving soup container

36083 BLACKFIN DR, FRANKFORD

4 BR, 3 BA home in well sought after development of Batson Creek. Open, airy and spacious model perfectly designed for rst oor living. Gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, upgraded backsplash, large island. Stainless Steel appliances including built in microwave and GAS Stove! Great room equipped with replace, large living with tons of natural light. 2-car Garage also has storage for easy access and driveway for parking. Amenities include a Fitness Center, Pool, outdoor grilling area and Club house! Convenient to Freeman Stage, Shopping and Restaurants. $628,500 (DESU2071116) Call Mary Jo Cole (c) 443-615-4986

29710 SEAGRASS COURT COMING SOON! Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, 29710 Seagrass Court is your own slice of bayfront paradise. Featuring 4500 sf, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, extensive hardscaping, 140ft pier with boat lift, owned solar panels, lower level bar/entertainment area, outdoor sauna, outdoor firepit overlooking the bay, and views that will have you never wanting to leave home! (DESU2084822)

Call Brad Absher (c) 302-214-LAND

NEWLISTING!

24818 RIVERS EDGE RD, MILLSBORO

Spacious home on premier half-acre lot in Stonewater Creek features a beautiful parklike backyard with large paver patio — ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or even adding a pool. The tree-lined setting offers privacy and endless possibilities. Enjoy fantastic community amenities including a pool, clubhouse, tness center, tennis courts, and playground — all just minutes from beaches, shopping, dining, and major routes. Schedule your private tour today!

$492,000 (DESU2082342)

Call Nancye Vermillion (c) 302-500-9255

&LOWHOA

and a screened porch—just minutes from Route 113. The community also includes a clubhouse with a private tness center.

$395,000 (DESU2083186)

Call Marcie Smith (c) 302-841-3987

UNDERCONTRACT

34650 SENTRY CT #146, SELBYVILLE

Don't miss this rare opportunity to live in The Overlook (W. Fenwick) on a private cul-desac. This 5-bedroom, 4-bath detached property with an elevator is situated on a beautiful marsh with creeks and overlooks the Little Assawoman Bay.

$1,100,000 (DESU2084354)

Call Sandra Erbe (c) 443-848-3004

OPENHOUSE SAT,5/312-2PM

RD

Come see this beautiful, furnished 4 BD, 4.5 BA Schell home in the Bayside Community full of desired premiums & features! In the Eastpoint Beach section w/ the open bay, OC skyline, bar & grille, bayfront pool & more a short walk away!

$1,650,000 (DESU2080838) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721

ONEIDA WAY, FRANKFORD

3 bed; 2 1/2 bath, sitting/of ce in foyer, or bedroom so 4. Garage can be renovated into a “man/woman cave”! Close to shopping and beaches and Assawoman/Camp Barns trails and picnic area on the water! $619,000 (DESU2076352) Call Jane Baxter-Miller (c) 302-245-8831 janesellsde@gmail.com $20,900PRICEDROP HUGEPRICEREDUCTION NEWPRICE~$619,000

12 LARCHMONT CT, OCEAN VIEW

New Listing - Beautiful and well appointed move-in-ready Coastal home located in the desirable community of Tidal Walk- only 1.5 miles to downtown