Learn about Sussex Academy school choice options Oct. 26

Sussex Academy will hold School Choice Open House events from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 26, at both its elementary and secondary school campuses. Delaware parents and students interested in exploring school options for the 2024-25 school year are invited to attend. 

During this time, prospective families can meet school leadership and staff to learn about curriculum and programs. Each campus will hold general information sessions at 6 p.m., in addition to academic, club and athletics showcases. Families will also have the opportunity to tour the school campuses.

The elementary school campus is located at 22051 Wilson Road, Georgetown, and the secondary campus is at 21150 Airport Road, Georgetown.

The School Choice enrollment application period will open Monday, Nov. 6, and close Wednesday, Jan. 10. 

For details about Sussex Academy, go to sussexacademy.org.

Pink ribbon tea set for Oct. 26

October is Breast Cancer Survivors Month, and the Sussex County Survivorship Coalition will hold its annual pink ribbon tea Thursday, Oct. 26, in two locations.

After several years of holding the tea virtually, the coalition members are excited to offer in-person events from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Seaford District Library, and from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the McCurry Conference Room at the Tunnell Cancer Center near Rehoboth Beach.

Attendees will join other survivors for an enjoyable afternoon of inspiration and celebration. The presenting speaker, Dr. Kathryn Ellis, OTD, OTR/L, AASECT-SC, will discuss Sexuality After Cancer. Light refreshments will be served at both events.

The event is free for breast cancer survivors, but seating is limited. To register, call 302-645-9150.

The Sussex County Survivorship Coalition is a partnership among American Cancer Society, Beebe Healthcare, Cancer Support Community Delaware, Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition and TidalHealth.

White’s Chapel Homecoming set Oct. 29

Pastor Lee A. Parks of White’s Chapel will celebrate its 185 years of history during the annual Homecoming service at 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 29, at 15373 Coastal Hwy., Milton. All are welcome.

The event will include a dinner following the service. The Rev. Harold Hamilton will be the guest speaker, and special music will be provided by Mike and Ann Hurley, along with Cathy Gorman. For more information, call Parks at 207-735-8326.

MCC seeks food drive donations Oct. 30 to Nov. 4

Metropolitan Community Church is sponsoring a food drive to benefit the Cape Henlopen Food Basket in Rehoboth Beach.

Nonperishable food donations may be dropped off from Monday, Oct. 30 to Saturday, Nov. 4, at MCC, 19369 Plantation Road, Rehoboth Beach. Drop-off hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday and Tuesday; 2 to 6 p.m., Wednesday-Friday; and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday.

The holidays are right around the corner, and the food basket can always use community support. For more information, go to mccrehoboth.org.

Farm bureau photo contest Oct. 31 deadline nears

The deadline is looming for the Delaware Farm Bureau Promotion & Education Committee’s annual photo contest.

Amateur photographers of all ages are encouraged to submit their best agriculture-related images online through Tuesday, Oct. 31.

Winning photographs will be announced during the Delaware Farm Bureau’s statewide Annual Banquet in December. The top four winning photos will be on display at the Delaware Farm Bureau’s state office and the Delaware Agricultural Museum through 2024.

Photos do not have to be limited to on-the-farm scenery; they can include imagery of markets, farm-fresh produce or products, and other agriculture-related topics.

Awardees can also earn monetary prizes, and six honorable mention awardees will earn a certificate. The top four winners will also earn a certificate and $50 for fourth prize, $100 for third prize, $150 for second prize and $200 for first prize, along with the public display of their award-winning photographs.

For more information and to submit photos, go to defb.org/promotion-and-education/photo-contest.

Georgetown-Millsboro Rotary grant applications due Oct. 31

The Georgetown-Millsboro Rotary Flags for Heroes Fund at the Delaware Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications. Grants awarded will be from $500 to $5,000 and are available to nonprofit organizations working to address community needs in in Georgetown and Millsboro, with preference given to organizations located in Georgetown and Millsboro.

The application deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 31. For more information, go to delcf.org/grants.

Cape Class of 1983 reunion RSVPs due Nov. 1

The Cape Henlopen High School Class of 1983 will celebrate its 40-year reunion at 6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 25, in a private event space at Nicola Pizza, 17323 Ocean One Plaza, Lewes. To request an evite, email capeclassof1983@gmail.com as soon as possible. Tickets are $35 per person and include a dinner buffet, dessert, coffee, soda and a DJ. There will be a cash bar. RSVP and payment are due by Wednesday, Nov. 1. Tickets will not be available at the door. For more information, go to the Cape Henlopen High School Class of 1983 page on Facebook.

Senior center bingo set Nov. 1

Cape Henlopen Senior Center will host afternoon jackpot bingo from 1 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 1, at 11 Christian St., Rehoboth Beach. The public is welcome; doors open at 11:30 a.m. Admission is $20 per person and includes one game pack, specials and one quickie card. There will be a cookie jar, various pulled tab games and a jackpot game worth $150. A 50/50 and food will be available at separate cost. For more information, call 302-227-2055.

Coastal Sussex NARFE meeting RSVPs due Nov. 2

Coastal Sussex Delaware Chapter 1690 NARFE will meet at 12 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 9, at 1776 Steakhouse in the Midway Shopping Center between Lewes and Rehoboth Beach. Check-in begins at 11:30 a.m. For federal health open season, some of the larger federal health providers have been invited to speak.

The cost of the luncheon is $19 per person including gratuities, and payment is made upon arrival.

Victoria’s dining to benefit Read Aloud Nov. 2

The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel and Victoria’s Restaurant will host the fourth wine-and-dine evening to benefit Read Aloud Delaware at 6 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 2, at 2 Olive Ave., Rehoboth Beach. The evening will feature a five-course dinner including an amuse-bouche, appetizer, salad, entrée and dessert. Wine pairings will be selected to complement each course.

Read Aloud Delaware is a children’s literacy program with the mission to create a lifelong impact through early childhood literacy. The vision is for every child in Delaware to have the fundamental literacy skills to succeed in school and life.

The price of the event is $75 per person, which includes the dinner, wine pairings and gratuity. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. To reserve a seat, call 302-644-6886.

Proceeds from the fundraiser will help continue Read Aloud Delaware’s work in more than 40 childcare centers, preschools and elementary schools in Sussex County, support the LENA Start program for young families, and recruit additional volunteers.

Friends of Rehoboth library set annual meeting Nov. 7

The Friends of the Rehoboth Beach Public Library will host its annual meeting at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 7, in the library’s upstairs meeting room, 226 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach. Attendees should enter through the library’s rear door; the front gates are locked until normal library hours. All are welcome to attend, either in person or via Zoom; email rehobothlibraryfriends@gmail.com for details.

The meeting will include an annual update from the Friends and the library director, as well as election of board members. The following directors are up for re-election: Kathleen Ackerman, Mary Costa, Joan Donnelly, Marti Garrett, Wendy Jacobs, Carol Popham, Kimberly Scott, Bonnie Staffier, Trudie Thompson, Bonnie Walker and Lorraine Zellers. Friends will also vote on two new board nominees: Bill Himelright and Neil Pollack. Funds raised by the Friends support the library’s acquisition of new books and materials, as well as programs for children and adults.

St. Mark’s sets Day of Prayer for Israel Nov. 7

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church at State and Ellis Streets in Millsboro will host a Day of Prayer from 2 to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 7, with silent prayer from 2 to 5:30, and scripture readings from 5:30 to 6 p.m. St. Mark’s Labyrinth is also available if preferred. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact the church at 302-934-9464 or stmarksec12@gmail.com.

Republicans for Sussex sets Mix and Mingle Nov. 10

Republicans for Sussex will host Mix and Mingle, an informal cocktail party in honor of Veterans Day, from 6 to 9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 10, at the Sussex County Association of Realtors building, 23407 Park Ave., Georgetown. There will be a variety of hors d’oeuvres, desserts and beverages, with a cash bar offering assorted wines. Tickets are $35 per person. Make checks payable to Republicans for Sussex and mail to RFS, 20890 Wil King Road, Lewes, DE 19958. RSVP to rfsdelaware@gmail.com or text 215-280-2783 by Wednesday, Nov. 1.

Republicans for Sussex is a PAC comprising presidents and other leaders of the Republican clubs in Sussex County. Its mission is to coordinate efforts to connect with friends and neighbors in broadening awareness of Republican elected officials and candidates who will sincerely and honestly work for the future well-being of local communities. RFS also raises money to support these candidates.

Elks Most Valuable Student scholarship entries due Nov. 13

The Elks National Foundation announced the start of the 2024 Elks Most Valuable Student scholarship contest.

The MVS scholarship is available to high school seniors or the equivalent who are United States citizens. High school graduates are not eligible to apply. The judging criteria are based on academics, leadership, service and financial need. Applicants do not need to be related to an Elks member; however, Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge 2540 in Lewes will be the local sponsor, reviewing and determining which applications to forward for consideration.

The application must be completed online and submitted by Monday, Nov. 13. The 500 national winners will be announced in April 2024. 

For complete guidelines and application, go to enf.elks.org/MVS.

Holiday Fair seeks vendors for Nov. 18 event

Cape Henlopen Senior Center will host its annual Holiday Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 18, at 11 Christian St., Rehoboth Beach. The public is welcome.

The fair provides a convenient and fun way to find something unique and special for everyone on those holiday lists. Vendors will offer artwork, crafts, baked goods, chess sets, designer and specialty candles, doll clothes, handcrafted goods, holiday items, jewelry for all ages, lavender products and aromatherapy oils, NFL throws, pillows and gift baskets, stained glass items, Avon and Vera Bradley products, and  more. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For more information or to sign up as a vendor, call Bernita Hackney, CHSC program director, at 302-227-2055.

Annual Thanksgiving worship service set Nov. 19

The Milford Area Ministerial Association will host its annual Thanksgiving service at 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 19, at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 300 North St., Milford. Attendees are asked to bring canned and nonperishable food items, and freewill offerings will be accepted. Both will go to support the local community food pantry at Avenue United Methodist Church in Milford. All are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served after the service. For more information, find Milford Area Ministerial Association on Facebook.

Ocean View CHEER holiday bazaar set Dec. 1

The CHEER Coastal Leisure Center in Ocean View will host a holiday bazaar from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, Dec. 1, featuring arts and crafts, jewelry, textiles, a 50/50 raffle, bake sale and white elephant table. Lunch will be available. The public is invited to shop and find their perfect holiday gifts. There is no admission fee.

Vendor tables are $20 for nonmembers and $10 for CHEER members, staff and volunteers. To reserve space, call Yolanda at 302-539-2671.

St. Jude to host children’s nativity pageant Dec. 9

St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church will welcome parish children to tell the Christmas story in its annual nativity pageant, “Darkness into Light,” at 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 9, at 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes. The public is invited to see the story told through music and acting as children of the parish portray the holy family, wise men and other characters in the most sacred of Bible stories. The cast is entirely made up of children, with the exception of an adult narrator who plays John the Baptist. There is no charge for admission, but donations of canned food will be gratefully accepted.

Elks legacy award scholarship applications due Feb. 5

The Cape Henlopen Elks announced its legacy awards application period begins Friday, Sept. 1. Legacy awards provide $4,000 scholarships for children and grandchildren of dues-paying Elks members. The Elks National Foundation offers a total of 350 national awards. Applications are due Monday, Feb. 5. For more information and the link to apply, go to enf.elks.org/Leg.