Community Briefs 7/10/24

Boys & Girls Clubs receive $320K learning center funding

Sussex County Boys & Girls Clubs will benefit from a 21st Century Community Learning Center grant in the amount of $320,000. Funds will help establish or expand community learning centers that provide students with enrichment opportunities when school is not in session. The competitive grant application was open to local school systems; interagency, interdepartmental, community and faith-based or other private or public organizations; or a consortium of two or more of them proposing to provide services to students and families of students who primarily attend schools eligible for Title I school-wide programs or schools that serve a high percentage of students from low-income families. These services may include tutoring, mentoring, homework help, academic enrichment, music, arts, sports, cultural activities and community service opportunities. A 21st Century Community Learning Center must serve the families of participating students through family literacy and engagement programs.

Summer classes set at Listening Booth

The Listening Booth announced its summer educational offerings include group guitar lessons, creative music making, children’s music groups and songwriting classes. For details and schedules, go to listeningbooth.com.

Village Volunteers seeks sponsors for Sept. 21 5K

The Village Volunteers will hold its inaugural Harvest Hustle 5K Run/Walk Saturday, Sept. 21, at Cape Henlopen State Park.

Village Volunteers is a local nonprofit with a mission to help older people live independently for as long as possible and stay connected to the community. The group’s volunteers take people to medical appointments, grocery stores and social events.

"Our hope is that the Harvest Hustle 5K Run/Walk brings the community together for a fun, healthy activity while raising vital funds for Village Volunteers," said Anna Moshier, executive director. "We would love to see the community come together to support this event. Right now, we are seeking event sponsors to join us in supporting the cause of helping seniors age in place with dignity and independence.”

To learn more about sponsorship levels and benefits, contact Anna Moshier at 302-703-2568 or director@villagevolunteer.org. 

Delmarva Chorus to perform July 13

The Delmarva Chorus, a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, will host its annual show at 7 p.m., Saturday, July 13, in the Ocean Pines Community Center, Ocean Pines, Md. Coffee, Tea & Jukebox Harmony is this year’s theme. The evening will include familiar tunes, free coffee and tea, and tables full of homemade desserts as well as door prizes, a 50/50 raffle and more. Tickets are $15. For more information, call Elaine at 410-703-1262 or Candy at 610-506-7714.

Garden center workshops continue July 13

Inland Bays Garden Center will offer a workshop on integrated pest management from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, July 13. Presenter Scott Freedman will show how to identify damage done by insects and diseases, and how to eliminate pests with an effective and environmentally sensitive approach. IPM relies on a combination of common-sense practices, using comprehensive information on the life cycles of pests and their interaction with the environment. This information, in combination with available pest control methods, is used to manage pest damage by the most economical means, and with the least possible hazard to people, property and the environment.

Monarch butterflies will be the topic from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, July 20. Presenter Michelle Garrett is a volunteer docent and tour guide at Delaware Botanic Gardens. She will discuss the current state of the Atlantic Flyway Monarch Migration, contributing factors, and what concerned citizens can do to improve habitat for the monarchs. 

Registration fee is $10 per workshop. All participants receive a 10% discount on any plants they purchase the day of the class. For more information and to register, call 302-539-1839 or email events@inlandbaysgardencenter.com. The center is at 38320 Muddy Neck Road, Frankford.

Low-cost dog and cat vaccine clinic set July 14

Just Us and Cat Nippers will hold a low-cost dog and cat vaccine clinic from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday, July 14, at Pot-Nets Lakeside Community Center, 33076 Rock Cove, Long Neck. Heartworm and FIV/FELV testing will be available, along with vaccines for Bordetella, lyme and leukemia. Deworming, heartworm and flea medication will be for sale, along with microchipping services. Cash only. No appointment is necessary. Contact Judy at 302-542-5507 for more information.

UUSD to meet July 14

The Unitarian Universalists of Southern Delaware will meet at 10 a.m., Sunday, July 14. “Love in a Time of Climate Crisis” is the topic. Guest speaker Lydia Wylie-Kellermann said, “We are living in an era of climate collapse. We feel it in small ways, such as when the snow falls less, or the cherry blossoms bloom too early. And also in large ways, such as when our streets flood, and entire towns burn to the ground. Yet, we step into the waters of our own particular, wild and wonderful ecosystem. Falling in love with our watershed moves us into the sacred work of creation and resistance.” For more information, go to uussd.org.

Candidates to address RD 20 Democrats July 18

The Delaware 20th Representative District Democratic Committee will hold its regular meeting at 6 p.m., Thursday, July 18, at the Lewes Diner, 1201 Savannah Road, Lewes. An informal social gathering for Dutch treat dinner starts at 5 p.m. 

Guest speakers will be New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer, a candidate for Delaware governor, and Jane Gruenebaum, newly announced candidate for Sussex County Council District 3. Both will discuss their respective campaigns and answer questions from attendees.

Any registered Democrat in Delaware is welcome to participate in RD20’s social hour and business meeting. 

For more information, go to rd20deldems.com. To be placed on RD20’s email list, email rd20.deldems@gmail.com.

RD20 is the local Democratic Party organization for residents of Lewes, Milton, Nassau, Pinetown, Belltown, and sections of Harbeson and Georgetown.

Overfalls to host July 18 happy hour

The Overfalls Foundation will host a free happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, July 18, at the Lightship Overfalls in Lewes Canalfront Park. Light refreshments and beverages will be provided.

Adoptable dogs from Humane Animal Partners will be on site to meet attendees. Representatives from the Lewes Junction Railroad & Bridge Association will be available to discuss their restoration and preservation efforts.

This event is free of charge, but donations are always appreciated. For more information, including weather cancellation updates, go to overfalls.org.