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Wednesday, July 1
Winterthur Museum:
On the first Wednesday of every month at 10am, join Winterthur Museum for stories related to Winterthur's collection and garden. This early childhood literacy series incorporates active learning through music, movement, and exploration of objects in a warm and welcoming setting. This month's stories will focus on animals that call Winterthur their home, including chipmunks and koi fish. For more information, visit www.winterthur.org
Thursday, July 2
Brandywine River Museum:
Every Thursday this July, the Brandywine River Museum offers special programs for children, featuring thematic guided tours followed by hands-on art projects. Thursday July 2 from 10am to 11am, search for the colors of the American flag in works of art, then design patriotic pictures using red, white and blue art materials. For more information, or to reserve your space, call 610-388-8382 or visit www.brandywinemuseum.org.
Delaware SPCA:
Interested in volunteering at the SPCA in Georgetown? SPCA Volunteer Orientation for Georgetown SPCA is at 6pm on July 2. Georgetown SPCA Shelter is at 22918 DuPont Hwy in Georgetown. For more info, call 302-541-4478
Saturday, July 4
Biggs Museum:
Celebrate America’s birthday! Children ages 5 to 10 will create flags to wave on the Fourth of July during Biggs Museum's Biggs Kids program, Stars and Stripes on Saturday July 4 from 2pm to 3pm. This event is free, but preregistration is required. For more information, call 302-674-2111 or visit www.biggsmuseum.org.
Sunday, July 5
Calvary Assembly of God:
To salute members of the United States military, Calvary Assembly of God is hosting a military tribute service on July 5 at 8:30am and 11am. The services will include patriotic music, a special message, and recognition & prayer. Each member of the military will also receive a token of appreciation for their service. Military personnel are encouraged to wear their military uniform. This event will help Calvary relaunch its military ministry. For more information, please visit www.calvarysaluesthemilitary.com
Wednesday, July 8
Bellevue State Park:
Enjoy a free performance of guitar and pop rock by Nik Everett at Bellevue State Park on July 8. Concerts are held at 12pm at the Arts Center patio. Regular park admission fee is in effect. For more information contact the Arts Center at (302)793-3046.
Thursday, July 9
Tri-State Bird Rescue and Research:
Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research needs volunteers to help care for injured wild birds throughout the year. A hands-on training session for new baby bird care volunteers is planned for Saturday, July 25 from 1pm to 4pm. In order to participate in the training session, prior attendance at one of Tri-State’s information sessions is required. These hour-long information sessions will be held on: Tuesday, July 9 at 6pm, Thursday, July 11 at 11am, or Tuesday, July 16 at 6pm. All sessions will be held at Tri-State’s Frink Center for Wildlife located at 110 Possum Hollow Road in Newark, DE. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. To RSVP for a session, or if you would like to volunteer but cannot make one of these sessions, contact the volunteer manager at 302-737-9543, ext. 102 or email jbartley@tristatebird.org.
Saturday, July 11
Delaware Hospice:
Support Delaware’s only nonprofit hospice at Mimi’s 5K Run and Family Fun Walk for Delaware Hospice on Saturday, July 11 at Harry’s Seafood Grill on the Wilmington Riverfront. Registration at 7:30am, and the run begins at 8:30am. Register online at www.races2run.com.
Sunday, July 12
DKMS Americas:
DKMS Americas is sponsoring a bone marrow drive at John Dickinson High School on Milltown Road in Wilmington no July 12 from 11am to 4pm. Bone marrow is necessary for patients suffering from leukemia, but it is very difficult to find a match. Attendees will be provided with some information at the drive, and then will be asked to give a tissue sample by swabbing the inside of their cheek with a Q-tip. They will then be added to the national registry. If found to be a match for someone, the actual donation process is done in two ways, both outpatient procedures. For more information, contact DKMS Americas at www.dkmsamericas.org
Lupus Foundation of America:
On July 12, the Lupus Foundation of America will be having the Walk for Lupus Now® Event. Walk for Lupus Now® is the signature event of the Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. In more than 50 cities across America, thousands of people walk to make a difference in the lives of those affected by lupus and raise essential funds for research, education, and support services. The Delaware walk begins at Dravo Plaza on the Riverfront in Wilmington at 7:30am. For more information, support or volunteer for the event please go to: www.walkforlupusnowdelaware.
Monday, July 13
Delaware Financial Literary Institute:
The Delaware Financial Literacy Institute/The Money School presents Chasing the Dream Entrepreneurship Camp for 5th through 8th graders interested in starting your own business from July 13 through July 18. Learn the basics of business startup. Create your own venture at Chasing the Dream Market Day. Enjoy a week filled with challenging activities, and creative adventures including visits with entrepreneurs, a tour of local businesses, and the chance to open for business at a Blue Rocks Game.
For more information about the camp or available scholarships, contact Camp Director, Karen Graham, 302-792-1200 or email karen@dfli.org.
Tuesday, July 14
Register of Wills:
Register of Wills Diane Clarke Streett, Esq. offers “Everybody Needs a Will” workshops. Her workshops explain why it is important to have a Will, important things to consider when making a Will, and how to change a Will if you already have one. Participants also get a free wills brochure. Prior to attending, please call the Register of Wills office at 302-395-7800 to confirm that the schedule has not changed. The next workshop is July 14 at the Delaware Money School in the Louis L. Redding City/County Building, 800 N. French Street, 2nd Floor, Wilmington, at 6:30pm. Please pre-register by emailing Wills@nccde.org or call 302-395-7800.
Thursday, July 16
Brain Injury Association:
The next meeting of the New Castle County Support Group of the Brain Injury Association will be held on Thursday, July 16 at 7pm at the du Pont Hospital for Children, 1600 Rockland Rd, Wilmington in Room #1 on Third Floor. For more information, please call 302-378-0375.
Sunday, July 19
St. Anthony's:
Saint Anthony of Padua is having the annual Crab Feast at St. Anthony in the Hills on July 19. Crabs are served from 1pm to 3pm with additional foods until 4pm. The pool is open from noon until 5pm. No coolers are allowed in the pavillion. Tickets are available at St. Anthony's rectory at 302-421-3700.
Wednesday, July 22
Saint Joseph:
St. Joseph's Parish in Middletown will host its annual carnival Tuesday, July 22 through Saturday, July 25. Bring your appetite and enjoy the homestyle cooking from our indoor kitchen beginning at 5:30pm each night. Midway rides games and entertainment begin open at 7pm. St. Joseph's is at 321 E. Main Street (Rt. 299) in Middletown Delaware. For directions, call the Parish Office at 302-378-5800.
Sunday, July 26
FRAXA Delaware:
FRAXA Delaware is having a motorcycle run and BBQ beginning at 10am on July 26 at Mike's Famous in New Castle with the run starting at 11am. The event ends with a BBQ at 2pm at the DuPont Chestnut Run Pavilion. Non-riders are encouraged to attend family-friendly BBQ. Live band, silent auction and lots of food! $25 donation per rider or BBQ-only attendee $15 per passenger and $15 for children 12 and under. Fragile X is leading inherited cause of mental retardation and leading known cause of autism. For more information, call Jen at 302-234-7854
Monday, July 27
Department of Health and Social Services:
The Delaware Health and Social Services' Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health invites you to the 38th Annual Summer Institute, "Partnerships: Changing the World," July 27 through July 31, 2009 at the Embassy Suites in Newark, Delaware. Workforce development is a key outcome for every Summer Institute and this year will focus on the overarching topic of establishing the therapeutic alliance between a clinician and the individual seeking services. For more information, and to register, visit www.dhss.delaware.gov/si09
Sunday, August 30
Claymont Renaissance Development Corp. & Team DRT:
Claymont Renaissance Development Corp. & Team DRT present the Jason Gundel Claymont Classic Bicycle Race. This USA Cycling sanctioned event will feature the region's top bike riders vying for the Delaware State Criterium Championships in six different age and ability categories.
Racing starts at 8 AM and goes all day, culminating in the Men's Category 1 race at 2 pm. Race course starts on Philadelphia Pike near I-495 exit.
Information at 719-571-0993
Arthritis Foundation, Delaware Branch:
The Arthritis Foundation "Let's Move Together" Initiative is designed to inspire people to move every day to prevent or treat arthritis. The movement encourages everyone to be physically active every dya for better health and to participate in their local arthritis walk. For more information, call 1-800-365-3811.
Biggs Museum:
The Biggs Museum of American Art is currently seeking enthusiastic individuals and groups for immediate volunteer opportunities. You don’t have to be an expert on art to become a volunteer at the Biggs Museum! The Biggs Museum relies on its volunteers to help sustain the Museum’s daily operations. If you want to contribute your time, energy and skills to create a place where people of every background can be touched by art the Biggs Museum offers a range of volunteer opportunities. All volunteers receive on-site training and a general orientation. To learn more about volunteering at the Biggs Museum, contact Rebecca Cooper at 674.2111 ext. 101 or email bcooper@biggsmuseum.org
Bloodbank of Delmarva:
The 7th annual Summer Blood Challenge kicks off on Tuesday, May 26 and continues through Saturday, September 5. The Challenge is a competition among local employers to recruit the most Blood Bank members and donors during the summer months when fewer people typically give blood. Employers that would like to be involved in the 2009 Summer Blood Challenge should contact Lisa Gravely, Blood Bank Marketing Manager, at 302-737-8405 ext. 887 or lgravely@bbd.org. To schedule an appointment to donate, call 1 888 8-BLOOD-8 or log on to www.delmarvablood.org.
Boy Scouts of America:
Now is the time to join with your son the fun and excitement of America's foremost youth program for boys - Cub Scouting. Designed for boys in grades 1st thru 5th, Cub Scouting combines outdoor activities, sports, academics, and more in fun and exciting program that helps families teach ideals such as honesty, good citizenship, and respect--positive values and skills that will last a lifetime. The Boy Scouts of America is composed of more than 1.27 million volunteers working together for the sole purpose of helping it's more than 3 million youth succeed in life. For more information contact the Delmarva Council at 1-800-766-7268 or visit the website at www.delmarvacouncil.org
Brandywine Creek State Park:
The staff of Brandywine Creek State Park invites visitors to discover the beauty of its rolling landscape in a series of indoor/outdoor events and programs including wilderness survival, bird watching, family activities, children’s activities and more. Brandywine Creek State Park, 933 acres of trails, woods and rolling fields, is located at 41 Adams Road in Wilmington. To find out about upcoming events, please call the Nature Center at 302-655-5740.
Brandywine Museums & Gardens Alliance:
The nine members of the BMGA have created a single-rate admission ticket that will give visitors the opportunity to visit all of their venues at a remarkable discount. The nine institutions are: Brandywine River Museum, Delaware Art Museum, Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts, Delaware Museum of Natural History, Delaware Historical Society & Read House, Hagley Museum and Library, Longwood Gardens, Rockwood Museum, and Winterthur Museum & Country Estate. The Brandywine Treasures promotion will provide one-time general admission to all nine sites for a flat rate of $35 for individuals or $75 for a family (2 adults and up to 3 children). The offer represents a savings of $48 for individuals and up to $197 for a family of five off single admission rates for each institution. The promotion includes an admission passport, a special Brandywine Treasure Trail map for children, and prize incentives for those who visit all nine sites during the summer. Passports will go on sale at all nine locations beginning July 1 and will be valid from July 6 through August 31. For more details on the Brandywine Museums & Gardens Alliance and full details on the Brandywine Treasure Trail promotion, visit www.brandywinetreasures.org.
Breakaway From Cancer:
More than one and a half millions Americans will be diagnosed with cancer this year. Breakaway From Cancer is an initiative to raise awareness for free services and programs for people affected by cancer. Because it takes more than one person to fight cancer. Visit www.breakawayfromcancer.com.
Calvary Presybterian Church:
Calvery Presbyterian Youth Group has started a "Mission of Warmth" to assist those in need of outdoor winter apparel, blankets, sleeping bags, and tents. Please bring new or gently used donated items to Calvary Presbyterian Church on S. Maryland Avenue in Wilmington. The collection box is inside teh parking lot entrance. For more information, call 302-994-4044 or visit www.calvarypcusa.org.
Canine Partners for Life:
Would you like to make the miracle of independence possible? Help Canine Partners for Life, a local nonprofit organization that places service dogs with people with physical disabilities and seizure disorders. Your financial support is needed. For more information, call 610-869-4902 or visit www.k94life.org.
Civil War Round Table of Wilmington:
They hold meetings the first Wednesday of every month (except January) at Bourbon Street Grille, 2605 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont. Dinner is at 6:30pm; the program begins at 7:30pm, with a different topic each month. Cost is $12 with dinner, $3 for program only. For information, call 302-798-6879.
Connections Community Support Programs:
Connections CSP, Inc. provides a comprehensive array of community-based treatment, support, housing, and employment services for people recovering from and living with mental health and substance use conditions, homelessness, and HIV/AIDS. Connections is committed to seeking out those without access to quality care throughout Delaware and to doing whatever it takes to support those we serve to achieve their goals. Recovery is possible with the right Connections. For more information, visit www.connectionscsp.org.
Deaf Independent Living Association:
Deaf Independent Living Association (DILA) is sponsoring their first overnight summer kids camp at Camp Pecometh in Centreville, MD. Deaf, hard of hearing, or siblings of deaf and hard of hearing children, ages 5-17, are welcome. Cost is $100 per child. This three day, two night stay, Aug. 8-10, includes fishing, hiking, swimming, crafts, and many more planned activities! Call 410-742-5052...reservations are first come, first served. Limited scholarships available.
Delaware City Volunteer Fire Company:
The Delaware City Volunteer Fire Company is currently selling the Entertainment Book 2009. The book has many, many discounts for area vendors – restaurants, travel and retail are just a few. For just $30.00, it pays for itself after just 2 uses. It also makes a great gift for practically anyone on your Christmas list. If interested in purchasing a book (or just to preview one) please see a fire company member or call Cheryl at 302-834-0443.
Delaware Coalition for Literacy:
Help an adult learn to read. Volunteers are needed to teach beginning reading to adults. Training and support is available to all volunteers, who are asked to commit at least two hours a week with their student. Call the Delaware Coalition for Literacy at 302-366-8771.
Delaware Does More:
Delawareans of all ages stepped up to help their neighbors in need last winter when we called on the community's support in helping us collect 300,000 pounds of food and $250,000 for utility and shelter assistance. The results were remarkable. But the demand for assistance still remains. Delaware Does More is a community-based strategy, jointly proposed by United Way of Delaware and the Food Bank of Delaware, to address the increased demand for social services as we continue to weather this recession. Phase two of Delaware Does More has two goals to meet by October 1, 2009: One million pounds of produce and rescued food, and $150,000 for utilities and shelter. To learn how you can help, please click here..
Delaware Hospice:
Delaware Hospice volunteers relieve caregivers, help with errands, assist staff in the offices, or organize fundraising events for the only nonprofit hospice in the state. Comprehensive training sessions for new volunteers will be held in March near you. To register or learn more about this life-enriching experience, call 1-800-838-9800 to ask for the Volunteer Coordinator in your county.
Delaware Mentoring Council:
The Delaware Mentoring Council (DMC) is working to identify volunteer youth mentoring programs in the State of Delaware to offer technical assistance and resources in support of their efforts. The DMC also provides assistance to those who would like to start a volunteer youth mentoring program. Please contact Lynn Paul, Community Outreach Coordinator, at 302-831-0883 or at lynnpaul@udel.edu for more information or if you have any questions.
Delaware Museum of Natural History:
Dive in and experience an underwater adventure with Deep Sea Treasures at the Delaware Museum of Natural History, now through October 4th. For details, call 302-658-9111 or visit www.delmnh.org.
Delaware State Parks:
Delaware State Parks and Nemours Health & Prevention Services are working together to encourage children and families to take the Delaware State Parks Trail Challenge and support Nemours’ 5-2-1-Almost None initiative. Individuals hike 15 designated trails in Delaware State Parks to complete the Trail Challenge and win a patch, a certificate, a pedometer, and the Golden Boot award. All who complete the challenge will be entered into drawings for State Park vacations! More information about Nemours Health & Prevention Services and 5-2-1-Almost None is available at www.nemours.org. Information about Delaware State Parks Trail Challenge can be found at www.destateparks.com/trailchallenge, or by calling 302-739-9191.
ESGR Delaware:
ESGR Delaware's mission is to promote a culture in which all Delaware employers support and value the military service of their employees by recognizing outstanding employer support, increasing awareness of the law and resolving conflicts through mediation. ESGR operates through a network of thousands of volunteers throughout the nation. ESGR is available to provide free education, information and mediation, if necessary. For more information, please call the Delaware ESGR office at 302-326-7582.
Faithful Friends:
Faithful Friends, Inc. animal welfare agency and no kill shelter has formed a partnership with the Food Bank of Delaware to help families keep their pets during the financial crisis many families are facing today. They are asking for donations of pet food and related supplies. The supplies needed include: dry dog and cat food for adults, kittens/puppies and senior pets; canned cat and dog food; cat litter; dog chews and raw hides. The shelter’s pet food bank is open 5 days a week: Wednesday – Friday 1-7pm and Saturday and Sunday 1-4pm. To find out more about Faithful Friends Inc. Community Pet Food Bank call 302-427-8514 ext. 0.
Friends of the Wilmington Library:
The Wilmington Institute Library asks for your support as The Friends of the Wilmington Library solicits donations of used books, DVDS, and CDs for which they provide a tax-deductible receipt. Funds from these sales are used to support library programs. Books may be dropped off at the Friends Nook, which is to your left just inside the Wilmington Library's front doors or at the reception desk. For larger donations or to arrange a pick up, call 302-571-7407.
Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay:
Girl Scouts is recruiting girls in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Annual membership fee is just $10 per person, and financial assistance is available. Girl Scouts is also looking for adults that can help girls build courage, confidence, and character! Adult volunteers are needed to lead and assist troops. For more information please call Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council at 1-800-374-9811 or visit
www.gscb.org.
Habitat for Humanity:
There are families in New Castle County who are living in substandard housing conditions, and simply need a hand-up, not a hand-out. Habitat for Humanity is providing that hand-up and you can help. Habitat’s Cars for Homes™ program uses your donated car, truck, boat, or RV to help build decent, affordable housing for local low-income families. Call toll free, 1-877-277-4344, or visit www.habitatncc.org to see how your donated vehicle can help make a difference for a family in our community.
Healthy Minds:
Most Americans know someone with a mental illness, like depression, eating disorders, phobias and substance abuse. Warning signs include personality changes, excessive anxiety, prolonged sadness or extreme highs and lows. Seeking help is a sign of strength. May is Mental Health Month. Visit www.HealthyMinds.org to learn more.
Hillcrest-Bellefonte United Methodist Church:
"New to You" family clothing at Hillcrest-Bellefonte United Methodist Church, Hillcrest Ave. & Marsh Rd. Every Thursday, 9:30am to 12:30pm, and the first & third Saturdays, 9:30am to 12:30pm through December 15. Enter down ramp from parking lot, cross the back of Hillcrest Hall, up short steps to ground floor of stone building. Call 302-764-3145
Homeward Bound, Inc.:
As a community organization, Homeward Bound, Inc., cannot be effective without the involvement and support of the individuals, businesses, and other groups in the community. Programs and services are provided without charge to homeless families. Homeward Bound is always looking for paper products, new pillows, linens, towels, food, alarm clocks, diapers, and umbrellas. For more information, please call 302-737-2241.
Kent County Amateur Radio Club:
Join the Kent County Amateur Radio Club monthly meeting held the 2nd Tuesday of every month except for December. If you are interested in the world of Amateur Radio and want to know more about it or hold an Amateur Radio License and would like to belong to a Radio Club come to the meeting. The Kent County Amateur Radio Club meets at the Emergency Operations Center, 911 Public Safety Rd., Dover, DE. For more information, visit www.kcarc.net Meetings are open to the Public.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society:
The Delaware Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is currently recruiting Team in Training participants! If completing a marathon, triathlon, or 100-mile cycling race is on your to-do list, the Leukemia & Lymphoma's Team In Training program can help you get to the finish line! For more information, call your local society chapter at 302-661-7300, ext. 29 or visit www.teamintraining.org/de.
Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Mid-Atlantic:
Air travel is a big part of making kids’ wishes come true for the Make-A-Wish Foundation®. You can help special children with life-threatening conditions continue to go wherever their
imagination takes them by donating your frequent flier miles. To donate, please visit www.wish.org or call toll free 1-800-722-9474.
National Headache Foundation:
Do you find yourself toughing out the pain of frequent bad headaches? If so, you may be one of more than 29.5-million Americans who have migraines. To learn more about migraines and how you can get effective relief, go to www.headaches.org, answer the questions, and share the results with your doctor.
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition:
Over 20-thousand women will be diagnosed this year with ovarian cancer...and nearly 80 percent of those women won't find out until it's advanced. If you experience persistent swelling, bloating, pain, or pressure in the abdomen for more than two weeks in a row, talk to your doctor. To learn more, visit the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition website at www.ovarian.org or call 1-888-OVARIAN.
New Castle Sailing Club:
The New Castle Sailing Club is a non-profit sailing club open to the public. Members have unlimited usage of the fleet of sailboats and free training. Classroom sailing instruction is currently underway with on-the-water training beginning in May 2009. For more information visit www.newcastlesailingclub.org
Newark High School Alumni Association:
The Newark High School Alumni Association invites you to join their Walk of Fame. Buy a brick inscribed with your name and graduation year and see it displayed around the NHS flagpole! Proceeds benefit the NHS Alumni Scholarship fund. To find an order form and additional information about the NHS Alumni Association, go to www.NHSalumni.org.
Paralyzed Veterans of America:
For more than 60 years, Paralyzed Veterans of America has helped our veterans with spinal cord injury and disease. Paralyzed Veterans will continue to help our veterans to make sure they receive all the medical care and benefits to which they are entitled. To find out how you can support our paralyzed vets, visit www.pva.org.
RadiologyInfo.org:
Has your doctor ordered a CT scan, MRI, mammogram, or other radiology test? Prepare for your exam by visiting RadiologyInfo.org. RadiologyInfo.org gives you descriptions of nearly 100 tests and treatments in a clear and detailed way, so you'll know what to expect from your procedure. Visit RadiologyInfo.org.
Read Aloud Delaware:
Read Aloud Delaware is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to the promotion of reading in Delaware. We place volunteers of all ages in child care centers, clinics and shelters to read one-on-one to children for 1-2 hours once a week. Our focus is primarily with preschool age children who are in their critical early years of development. Those children who reach their older years with weak basic skills are more likely to be involved in risk related activities such as teen parenthood, dropping out of school, and unemployment. However, by starting early and instilling a love of reading, therefore reduces these negative behaviors and promotes literacy. If you are interested in being apart of Read Aloud Delaware please contact the New Castle County Volunteer Coordinator Tiffany Dodson at 302-656-5256 ex.14 or email tdodson@readalouddelaware.org
Shriners Hospitals:
Children with serious medical problems face many challenges in life. That's why Shriners Hospitals for Children offer help and hope by providing world-class medical care to kids with orthopedic, spinal cord, or burn injury problems, totally free of charge! Shriners Hospitals cobmine leading edge research with outstanding teaching programs and there is a Shriners Hospital helping kids in this area! Call 1-800-237-5055 or visit www.shrinershospitals.org.
St. Francis Hospital:
The St. Francis Hospital Neurodiagnostics/Sleep Center is offering a free CPAP mask clinic every Wednesday. The clinic is held in the Center, which is located on the fifth floor of the DuPont Building at St. Francis Hospital, 7th and Clayton Streets, Wilmington.
CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) is the most effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can occur when the tissue at the back of the throat collapses, and snoring ensues. The CPAP machine gently pushes room air through a mask at a prescribed pressure, which prevents the collapse. Proper fitting is imperative. If the mask does not fit properly, patients may not realize the benefits of better sleep and health. If your mask is uncomfortable, leaking or interfering with getting to sleep, please call the St. Francis Neurodiagnostics/Sleep Center at (302) 421-4500 for clinic times and availability.
Teal Ribbon Ovarian Cancer Foundation:
Ovarian cancer is a silent killer...no warning signs...no means of early detection...no cure. Help research right nearby in Philadelphia who are working on finding ways to detect ovarain cancer soon enough to save lives. Find out how you can help--and learn more--visit the Teal Ribbon Ovarian Cancer Foundation at www.trocrf.org.
TEEN Helpline:
Teens...are you hurting? Do you need someone to talk to...and no one is there to listen? The NEO Teen Helpine listens. Call to discuss any problem. All calls are free and confidential and can be anonymous. Phones are open weekdays 2-9pm. Someone is out there who cares and does want to help. Call 1-800-272-TEEN (8336).
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs:
Effective June 2009, U.S. Citizens must present a valid U.S. Passport Book, U.S. Passport Card, or other travel document approved by the Department of Homeland Security, when entering the United States from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda at land border
crossings or sea ports-of-entry. You can be ahead of the crowd by applying today! Learn more at Travel.State.Gov
Walnut Street Theatre:
Get tickets to the spectaular comedy Mel Brooks' The Producers at the Walnut Street Theatre May 12 through July 19. This laugh-out-loud musical comedy is the story of scheming producers Max Bialystock and his mousy assistant Leo Bloom. They set out to produce the worst Broadway musical of all time... but what happens then it becomes a sensation? For tickets, visit www.WalnutStreetTheatre.org or call 215-574-3550.
Wellness Community Delaware:
FREE monthly support and fun group for children whose significant other(s) have cancer on the third Saturday of every month from 10am to noon at 4810 Lancaster Pike in Wilmington. There is a concurrent group for adults who accompany children. Ages 6-18. Groups broken out by age/developmental stages. Professional, licensed facilitators. For more information, call Sean the program director at 995-2850
Wilmington Job Corps Center:
The Wilmington job Corps Center is asking for people who would like to make a difference in a student\'s life. Become a mentor, tutor or motivational speaker. Help our youth realize their dreams and achieve their goals. Join the Job Corps STARS Initiative to prepare tomorrow\'s leaders today. Help a student reach for the STARS. For more information, call Jessica at 302-230-2535.
John Dickinson High School Class of 1979
Date: November 28, 2009
Location: New Castle Room at Delaware Park
Website: Click here
Thomas McKean Class of 1989
Date: November 07, 2009
Location: Christiana Hilton
Contact: Kirsten at 302-218-8474
Website: Click here
