Community Briefs 5/29/24

Delaware health and wellness company donates $70K to nonprofits

GOLO, a Delaware-based health and wellness solutions company, has donated a total of $70,000 to local organizations throughout the First State.

Beneficiaries include Sussex County Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics Delaware, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware and Pathways to Success.

Jennifer Brooks, GOLO president and co-founder, said, “These contributions advance our mission to collaborate with community organizations that are creating real and significant impact in people's lives.”

"We are very grateful to GOLO for their generous donation," said Kevin Gilmore, CEO of Sussex County Habitat for Humanity. "Their gift will help us continue our mission to build homes, communities and hope across Sussex County."

"Pathways to Success and all of the students and families we serve thank GOLO for their generous donation," said Fay Blake, Pathways to Success founder and executive director. "Companies like GOLO sow seeds of possibilities in communities by helping them become healthy in mind and spirit, and educationally."

In addition to these donations, GOLO funded physical education training from Project Fit America for W.B. Simpson School in Wyoming.

AARP sets free shredding event June 1

AARP Delaware will host a free shredding event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, June 1, at the Georgetown Public Library. The event is part of AARP’s fraud-prevention efforts statewide. Shredding old bank statements, credit card bills, Medicare cards and anything else with personal information on it is the best thing consumers can do to prevent identity theft. Attendees will receive AARP fraud information and giveaway items.

“If you’ve been targeted by scams or fraud, you are not alone,” said AARP Delaware State President Wendell Alfred. “What I like about AARP’s Fraud Watch Network is that it is a free resource for all.”

There is a 3-box limit per car. Registration is required. To sign up, go to events.aarp.org/ShredGtownLibrary.

Blood drive to honor childhood cancer survivor June 1

The Blood Bank of Delmarva will host the second Handley Family Blood Drive from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Saturday, June 1, at Cape Henlopen High School, in honor of childhood cancer survivor Madison Handley.

Madison, age 14, is an eighth-grader at Beacon Middle School. Despite her yourh, she has already beaten cancer twice. Madison is an avid swimmer and soccer player, as well as a member of the National Junior Honor Society and Girl Scout Troop 701. Madison’s Girl Scout troop is organizing this blood drive for the second year in a row, honoring their friend after she received lifesaving blood transfusions during her cancer treatments.

This drive comes during an especially critical period; the summer months are a challenging time for blood collection, since school breaks, summer travel and seasonal gatherings make blood donation less of a priority.

Blood donors can give every 56 days, and platelet donors can give twice per month. The Food and Drug Administration recently lifted several blood donor eligibility restrictions. To view current eligibility guidelines and to schedule a donation appointment, go to delmarvablood.org or call 1-888-8-BLOOD-8. 

Bingo game night to benefit Sussex Habitat June 1

The Parker Group real estate brokerage will host a game night charity event to benefit Sussex County Habitat for Humanity from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, June 1, at the Plantations Lakes Clubhouse in Millsboro. The centerpiece will be multiple rounds of bingo with exciting prize baskets full of goodies donated by local businesses. Guests can try their luck vying for prizes while savoring complimentary drinks and appetizers. Other classic games will keep guests entertained between rounds. 

For those who enjoy a refined smoke, Camden Cigars will host an outdoor cigar lounge adjoining the event space. Tickets are $5.

To purchase tickets, go to bit.ly/3UVZkyp, Facebook or eventbrite.com.

Midway church seeks June 1 yard sale vendors

Midway Assembly of God will host a yard sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, June 1, at 34677 Old Postal Lane, Lewes, next to Bob Evans on Coastal Highway. Organizers are seeking vendors, crafters, food trucks and sellers. Shoppers will find lots of furniture, crafts, children’s items including clothing, and items for household, beach and outdoors. Cost per table is $15. Proceeds go to the Pen-Del district kids’ camp. For details, contact Christina Ross at 302-864-7084 or Dawn Hutchison at 727-600-3643.

St. Peter’s youth to take part in Delaware Pride June 1

Youth and adult volunteers from St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Lewes will participate in this year's Delaware Pride Festival set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, June 1, at Legislative Hall, Dover. 

All are welcome to join youth from across Delaware to meet new friends, make a craft and come together as a community united in love and respect for all. Admission is free and open to the public. People of all ages and sexual orientations are welcome.

The mission of the Youth Ministry in the Episcopal Church in Delaware is to be the hands of God, welcoming each person’s unique beauty and worth. When people join together in this mission, they become a living message of God’s unconditional love. 

For more information, go to delaware.church/lgbtq-in-delaware and email youthsupport@delaware.church and info@delawarepride.org.

Crush Out Cancer at the Starboard June 1-2

The Starboard will participate in Cancer Support Community Delaware’s Crush Out Cancer event Saturday and Sunday, June 1 and 2.

For every crush drink sale, the Starboard will donate $1 to Cancer Support Community Delaware.

The statewide nonprofit’s mission is to ease the cancer journey at every level for patients and survivors, families and caregivers. Its programs and support groups are offered at no cost, and are administered by professionals in the field with the mission of easing the life-altering aspects of dealing with cancer, emotionally and otherwise.

Starboard regulars typically go for an orange crush, but the menu features plenty of other flavor combinations, like watermelon, lemon and even chili mango.

For more information, go to thestarboard.com.

UUSD to meet June 2

The Unitarian Universalists of Southern Delaware will hold an in-person and livestreamed service at 10 a.m., Sunday, June 2, with the topic, What Makes the Field? The Rev. Heather Rion Starr said, “On a single day, in a single week, there are so many individuals involved in co-creating a thriving community. Join us in celebrating the 101st year of the flower ceremony and all the ways we are each a part of a greater whole when we bring our full selves forward into the mix.” The flower ceremony originated in Prague, Czech Republic, in 1923. Attendees are invited to bring a flower or small bouquet to contribute to the common table.

For more information, go to uussd.org.

AARP Georgetown to meet June 3

The American Association of Retired Persons Chapter 5340 will meet at 11 a.m., Monday, June 3, at Pizza King in Millsboro. Individuals pay for lunch of their own choosing. Wendell Alfred, Delaware State AARP president, will speak about the programs and services AARP nationally and locally provides to seniors. There will also be a cakewalk fundraiser. For more information, email Carol Ann Stone at casflowers@comcast.net. 

Beach dodgeball to support Grass Roots Rescue June 3

Dodging for Dogs, an industry dodgeball tournament, is set for 8 p.m., Monday, June 3, under the lights on the beach near the Lighthouse Restaurant, 124 Dickinson Ave., Dewey Beach. Team members from local restaurants/bars will be competing, and all donation registration fees will go to support Grass Roots Rescue. Volunteers from Grass Roots will be on site with adoptable dogs. Tito’s Vodka will also donate $1 from every Tito’s cocktail sold. For more information, find Lighthouse Cove Dewey Beach and Grass Roots Rescue on Facebook.

Big Chill beach cleanups to kick off June 3

Big Chill Beach Club will host its first beach cleanup of the season at 10 a.m., Monday, June 3, at Delaware Seashore State Park. This will be its third consecutive season hosting biweekly beach cleanups dedicated to preserving the beauty of Delaware beaches.

“We’re thrilled to be launching this initiative again,” said Matt Garbutt, Big Chill director of marketing. “Being an oceanfront restaurant, it feels only right to do our part in keeping the beach clean.”

Big Chill Beach Club will hold cleanups at 10 a.m. every other Monday throughout the season. Those who participate will receive a 15% off coupon to apply to their bill in the restaurant.

For more information, go to bigchillbeachclub.com.

Lewes library ESL classes start June 4

Lewes Public Library will offer in-person English as a Second Language classes at 9 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting June 4 and continuing through July 16, at 111 Adams Ave., Lewes.

ESL helps English language learners succeed in an English-speaking community by providing communication skills and necessary cultural knowledge.

The classes are free and open to individuals ages 16 and up. To register or learn more, call 301-275-0250, go to lewes.lib.de.us.

NARFE luncheon RSVPs due June 6

NARFE Chapter 1690 will hold a luncheon meeting at 12 p.m., Thursday, June 13, at 1776 Steakhouse in the Midway Shopping Center, Route 1, Rehoboth Beach. Guest speaker will be Tyler Drieblatt, interpretive program manager at the Indian River Life-Saving Station Museum. Reservations must be made by emailing luncheon@narfe-de.org by Thursday, June 6. Cost is $19 per person including gratuities. Payment is due upon arrival by cash or check made out to NARFE Chapter 1690.  Attendees are asked to arrive by 11:30 a.m. to facilitate check-in.