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- Thursday, May 15
- Brain Injury Association:
The next meeting of the New Castle County Support Group of the Brain Injury Association will be held on Thursday, May 15, at 7pm at the DuPont Hospital for Children, 1600 Rockland Rd., Wilmington, in Room #1 on Third Floor. The meeting is open to survivors, family members, friends, and health care professionals. Call 302-378-0375.
- Miles for Melanoma of Delaware:
Join Miles for Melanoma of Delaware for a Black & White Benefit Dinner, Thursday, May 15, 6-9pm, at Klondike Kate's, 158 E. Main Street, Newark. Tickets are $35 and include buffet dinner and silent auction. Benefits the Melanoma Research Foundation. Call 302-293-1136.
- People's Settlement Association:
People's Settlement Association's 1st Annual Golf Tournament and Banquet will be Thursday, May 15, at Rock Manor Golf Course beginning at 11:30am. Cost is $125 and includes buffet, bottled water, greens fees with cart, and much more! Call 302-658-4133, ext 310 or 302-421-4297.
- Wilmington Women's Connection:
The Wilmington Women's Connection invites women to a "How About a Little Pampering?" spa and dessert evening, Thursday, May 15, 6:30-8:30pm at the Maris Grive, 100 Maris Grove Way, Glen Mills. Cost is $10 and includes desserts, skin care, hair care, and foot care. Call 302-529-1142.
- Friday, May 16
- American Cancer Society:
Relay for Life is an event held every year, sponsored by the American Cancer Society and money raised is used for cancer research and patient support. Mount Pleasant High School will host their 5th Relay May 16 at 6pm thru May 17 at 6am. Relay for Life will be open to the public from 6-10pm. Call 484-988-0097 to learn more.
- Concord Presbyterian Church:
Concord Presbyterian Church, 1800 Fairfax Boulevard, Fairfax is holding a
book swap. Books may be dropped off Friday, May 16, 9am-7pm. Swap
Saturday and Sunday May 17 and 18, 9am to 1pm. For further information, call church office 654-9652.
- Glasgow Lions Club:
On May 16 from 5-9pm and May 17 from 10am to 4pm, volunteers from the Glasgow Lions Club will be at Peoples Plaza, Routes 40 & 896 in Glasgow, for "Recycle for Sight." They will collect used eye glasses and hearing aids which are recycled and used in impoverished countries around the world. Call 302-834-0310 for more info.
- International Association of Administrative Professionals:
The International Association of Administrative Professionals will hold their annual meeting May 16-18 at Clayton Hall, Univ. of Delaware, Newark. The IAAP (Intn'l Assoc. of Administrative Professionals)is a not-for-profit organization promoting excellence in the administrative professional field. Vist www.iaap-hq.org for registration form or call 302-239-0739.
- Variety The Children’s Charity:
Variety The Children’s Charity asks you to give a buck and help a kid on Friday, May 16 when they’ll be hawking their Happiness Edition newspaper in celebration of Old Newsboys Day. Find their Variety Volunteers on street corners throughout Wilmington and read all about their charity and the special equipment, after school programs and family outings they provide for children and youth with disabilities in Delaware. It’s Old Newsboys Day for Variety, the Children’s Charity! Find them on street corners on May 16 and pick up the Happiness Edition to support our Delaware children and youth with disabilities!
- Wilmington Drama League:
The Wilmington Drama League presents "A Raisin in the Sun," Fridays and Saturdays, May 9-24 at 8pm...with a 2pm Sunday matinee on May 18. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, and $8 for children. Don't miss this powerful American story of one family's courage and identity. To reserve your tickets, call 302-764-1172.
- Saturday, May 17
- Biggs Museum:
Tickets are on sale now for the 4th Annual Biggs Museum Gala on Saturday, May 17, from 6-11pm. Enjoy an evening of food, music, raffle, silent auction, and fine & decorative arts held just outside the Museum, on Legislative Mall. All proceeds directly benefit the Museum and its many exhibits and programs. Get more details at www.biggsmuseum.org.
- Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge:
Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge will hold their Migratory Bird Festival Saturday, May 17, 8am to 4pm. Many events throughout the day...like a wildflower walk, build a bluebird house, mushroom walk, and more! Visit www.fws.gov/northeast/bombayhook or call 302-653-6872.
- Buena Vista Mansion:
In conjunction with "A Day in Old New Castle," historic Buena Vista mansion will be open to the public for a one-day-only open house on Saturday, May 17, from 10am to 4pm. The event is free and open to the public. One of Delaware’s most storied homes, Buena Vista was built between 1845 and 1847 by John M. Clayton, United States Senator and Secretary of State under presidents Taylor and Fillmore.
Buena Vista is located on U.S. Route 13 southwest of New Castle, Delaware, 1.5 miles north of the interchange of Routes 1 and 13. For information, call 302-323-4430.
- Church of the Ascention:
The Church of the Acscension, 3717 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, will hold a Pancake Breakfast, Blessing of the Bikes, Saturday, May 17. Breakfast is from 9-11am, then there will be a brief memorial service in memory of friends, fellow bikers, and military personnel, followed by the blessing of the bikes. All bikes are welcome. Find out more at www.blessourbikes.wordpress.com.
- Delaware Humane Association:
The Delaware Humane Association will hold an Adopt-A-Thon May 17 from 10am-8pm and May 18 from 10am-4pm at PetSmart's location in the Brandywine Towne Center. A multitude of adult cats and kittens will be available for same-day adoptions to qualified applicants. Call 302-571-0111, ext. 304.
- Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church:
Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church will host a craft and community fair Saturday, May 17, 9am to 3pm. There will be food, live music, and more. Call 302-999-8573.
- Nemours Health and Prevention Services:
Nemours Health and Prevention Services is holding the "Run 1 4 Fun" one mile run/walk, Saturday, May 17, 11am to 2pm, along the Wilmington Riverfront. The One Mile Run/Walk is for children and families and will include games, art table, healthy refreshments, activities, music, giveaways, and prizes. Every child will receive a t-shirt and medal. The one mile fun run is for kids 17 and under. The one-mile walk is open to families and kids of all ages. Call 302-654-6400 or www.races2run.com.
- Spiritual Awakening Ministries:
Join Spiritual Awakening Ministries for their First Annual Walking to De-Feat Homelessness, Saturday, May 17, at Rockford Park. Registration is at 9am and the walk begins at 10am. Fee is $15 thru May 12, $20 thereafter. Call 302-655-2113 or visit www.spiritawake2.org.
- White Clay Creek Church:
White Clay Creek Church will hold a yard sale Saturday, May 17, 8am to 3pm, at 15 Polly Drummond Hill Rd., Newark. Proceeds will benefit a church mission trip to Ghana/ Call 302-737-2100.
- Winterthur Museum & Country Estate:
Winterthur Museum & Country Estate invites you to see Historic Autos at Winterthur Saturdays in May. Step back in time to see the magnificent historic automobiles that graced the estate in the 1920s, '30s, and '40s. Each Saturday will feature a different thematic display. Exhibit is included with all admission tickets, members admitted free. Call 302-888-4600.
- Sunday, May 18
- Delaware Valley Chorale:
The Delaware Valley Chorale will present its final concert of the 2007-2008 Concert Season with "New Songs of Praise," Saturday, May 18, 3pm, at Grace Methodist Church, 900 North Washington St., Wilmington. All tickets $15 and may be purchased online: www.delawarevalleychorale.org or by calling 302-762-5520.
- Hagley Museum and Library:
Explore the social and family life of women in the nineteenth century with Hagley Museum's Creek Kids during Mothers and Daughters Day, Sunday, May 18, 1-4pm. Try household chores the nineteenth-century way, make crafts, and play games. Taste homemade ice cream, sip freshly-squeezed lemonade, and enjoy domestic arts and social graces. Activities are included in regular admission and free for members. Visit www.hagley.org.
- Jaycees of Cecil County:
A Basket Bingo to benefit Jaycees of Cecil County's T. Nicoll McIntire Scholarship Fund will take place Sunday, May 18, 2-5:30pm, at Elkton High School. Doors open at 2pm and Bingo starts at 2:30. Admission is $15 in advance, $20 at door. Door prises, raffles, and snack bar. Call 410-398-5258.
- Jewish Historical Society of Delaware:
The Jewish Historical Society of Delaware invites you to visit Fort Delaware and learn about Jewish Civil War prisoner and artist, Max Neugas, Sunday, May 18, 11:30am to 4pm. Visit www.hsd.org/jhsd.htm.
- RodneyStreet Tennis and Tutoring Association:
Enjoy an evening of Swing dancing, good food and fun, Sunday, May 18, 5:30-8:30pm, at the Blue Ballroom, Independence Mall. Live auction, silent auction, and more to benefit the RodneyStreet Tennis and Tutoring Association, which helps the underserved, at risk inner city children of Wilmington by providing opportunities both academically and physically in order to improve their lives. For ticket info, call 484 840 1977.
- Singerly Volunteer Fire Company:
Singerly Volunteer Fire Company invites you to a Ride-In Motorcycle Show, Saturday, May 18, 10am to 6pm, at the Singerly Fire Station, 300 Newark Ave., Route 279, Elkton. Features stunt shows, vendors, and food. Bike registration is from 8-11am and costs $10. General admission is $3, kids under 6 are free. It all benefits the Singerly Volunteer Fire Company. Call 410-298-0178.
- Wilmington Drama League:
The Wilmington Drama League will hold auditions for Stephen Sondheim's "Assassins," Sunday, May 18 and Monday, May 19, at 7pm, at 10 West Lea Blvd., Wilmington. Show dates are Sept. 5-20. They are seeking men, women, and one boy for this musical. Prepare 16 - 32 bars of a Broadway-style or pop song (no Andrew Lloyd Webber, please). Get more details, visit www.wdl.org.
- Monday, May 19
- Delaware Association for the Blind:
To raise money for its summer camp for blind children, the Delaware Association for the Blind will hold its 4th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, May 19, at the Back Creek Golf Course in Middletwon. Visually impaired and sighted golfers welcome. Tournament fee includes lunch and awards barbecue. To register, call 302-655-2111.
- New Directions Delaware:
New Directions DE is a support group for people with depression and other mood disorders. Their next meeting will be Monday, May 19 at 7:15pm, at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Route 202, Wilmington. All meetings are open to the public and are free. Call 302-286-1161.
- Small Business Administration:
Join the U.S. Small Business Administration as they honor Delaware's outstanding small business owners and champions at the 2008 Small Business Week Awards Dinner, Monday, May 19, 5pm, at Deerfield Golf & Tennis Club in Newark. Register online at www.whatsyoursinirationps.com. And for more information go to www.sba.gov/de. You can also call 302-573-6294.
- Tuesday, May 20
- Alzheimer's Association, Delaware Valley Chapter:
The Alzheimer’s Association, Delaware Valley Chapter, hosts its 8th Annual Spring Golf Classic at Woodcrest Country Club in Cherry Hill, NJ, Tuesday, May 20. Special guest for this fundraiser will be Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Jon Runyan! The Delaware Valley Chapter covers 17 counties in South Jersey, Southeastern Pennsylvania, and Delaware, serving more than 294,000 individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. For more information about the Spring Golf Classic, call the chapter at 856-797-1212, or visit www.alz.org/desjsepa.
- Wednesday, May 21
- Make-A-Wish Foundation:
The 13th Annual Make-A-Wish Golf Classic will take place Wednesday, May 21, at White Clay Creek Country Club,
777 Delaware Park Boulevard, Wilmington. Registration begins at 10:30am, lunch provided 11am to Noon, and shotgun start is at Noon. Reception and silent auction to follow. Call 302-475-9474.
- Thursday, May 22
- Read Aloud Delaware:
Read Aloud Delaware will hold volunteer training Thursday, May 22, 3:30-5pm, at the Bear Library, 101 Governor's Place, in the Governor's Square Shopping Center. Join volunteers who share the love of reading with preschool age children at child care centers and pediatric clinics. To register, call 302-656-5256 or visit www.readalouddelaware.org.
- Wednesday, May 28
- Giving Care/Taking Care Caregiver Skills Program:
Giving Care/Taking Care is a FREE workshop program on how to care for older adults at home. It is especially for family caregivers who want to enhance their skills and abilities to provide care, and learn about resources and services that might make their tasks a little easier. The program will take place Wednesday, May 28, 10am to 3pm, at Christiana Presbyterian Church, 1100 Church Road, Newark. Lunch and materials are provided at no cost to family caregivers, but space is limited and pre-registration is required. Call 302-255-1040 .
- Thursday, May 29
- Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, DE Chapter:
The Delaware Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is hosting "Life After Bone Marrow Ttransplant" to help patients cope after they have had a Bone Marrow Transplant. The program will be held on Thursday, May 29 at The Helen F. Graham Cancer Center, on the campus of Christiana Hospital in Newark, from 5:30-8pm. This is a free dinner program for patients and their families who have been affected by a Bone Marrow Transplant. To register, call 800-220-1617 ext. 25.
- Wilmington Music School:
"Agostino and the Puccini Clarinet," a one-act light opera set in the St. Anthony’s neighborhood of Wilmington, was premiered last year and is returning this spring to The Wilmington Music School/Delaware Music School, 4101 Washington St., Wilmington. Performances will be held at 10am on Thursday, May 29, and at 7:30pm on Friday, May 30. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and $8 for students; to purchase tickets, call The Wilmington Music School/Delaware Music School at 302-762-1132 or purchase them at the door.
- Friday, May 30
- Delaware Hospice:
Local celebrity dealers will host Delaware Hospice’s annual Casino Night to benefit the state’s only nonprofit hospice. Black Jack, Texas Hold’Em, Roulette and Poker will all be found at the Rehoboth Convention Center on Friday, May 30, from 6:30-10pm. Guests will enjoy catered refreshments, wine tasting, beer, and great raffle and silent auction prizes. Tickets are $40 each. Purchase tickets or learn more by calling 1-800-838-9800 or visiting www.dehospice.org.
- National Multiple Sclerosis Society:
Register now for "Walk MS: Twilight at Baywood Greens," and help raise money for MS research and the programs and services needed by more than 1,350 Delawareans with multiple sclerosis and their families. The event steps off on Friday, May 30, at 6pm on the world-renowned grounds of the Baywood Greens Golf Course, just minutes from Rehoboth Beach. Advance registration is recommended. Call 302-655-5610. Or visit www.MSdelaware.org/Walk MS.
- Saturday, May 31
- Epilepsy Foundation of Delaware:
The Epilepsy Foundation of Delaware's Annual Stroll and Fun Run will be Saturday, May 31, at Brandywine Park in Wilmington. Registration will begin at 8am and the event will begin at 9am. Collecting pledges for support is encouraged. Prizes and trophies for top finishers and fundraisers. Walk or run but come have fun! Visit www.epilepsyfoundation.org/delaware or call 302-999-9313.
- Everett Chorale:
The Everett Chorale and the Everett Theatre present "Choral Classics: from the Masters to Broadway," Satuday, May 31, 7:30pm, at St. Andrew's School, 350 Noxontown Rd., Middletown. Tickets are $15, $12 for seniors, kids under 12, and those with military ID. Call 302-378-7038 or visit www.everetttheater.com.
- Holy Family Church:
Become the next Newark Idol! Auditions will be held May 31 and June 7, 11am to 5pm, at Holy Family Church, Chestnut Hill & Gender Rds., Newark. Individual singers in two age groups: 14 and under and 15 and over. Audition fee is $15 per person. The semi finals are July 11 and the finals are during Summerfest '08 July 13. First prize is $250. Visit www.newarkdeidol.com and register at NEWARKDEIDOL@MSN.COM.
- The National Breast Cancer Society:
An all day scrapbooking fundraiser to benefit The National Breast Cancer Society will be held Saturday, May 31, 10am until 10pm, at Aetna Fire Hall, 400 Ogletown Rd., Newark. Admission is $40 for the day and includes coffee and muffins, catered lunch and dinner, drinks and snacks. There will be vendors, door prizes, goody bags and lots of fun. For more information and to register please visit www.cropology.com or call 302-376-9187.
- A.I. DuPont Hospital for Children:
The Alfred I. duPont Hospital for
Children Trauma Service is offering a FREE Child Passenger Safety Seat
Station on three Wednesday evenings a month on the grounds of the duPont
Hospital. The Safety Seat Station is open from 5pm to 8pm; however, it
is by appointment only. Please call 302-651-5437 to schedule.
- Academic Year in America:
Experience another culture without leaving home! Academic Year in America, AYA, is bringing close to 1000 high school exchange students to the U.S. this August from more than 30 countries. The AYA Program is looking for families to host a student for a semester or academic year. Find out more by calling 1-800-322-HOST.
- Alzheimer's Association, Delaware Valley Chapter:
If a loved one has Alzheimer's Disease or related dementia, it's not too early to register for the "Safe Return" program. Designed to provide the safe and timely return of those who have wandered from home...plus, other safety services. Call 215-561-2919 or 1-800-272-3900.
- American Legion:
They are taking donations to help families of fallen soldiers. All money goes to the American Legacy Scholarship Fund, an investment in the educational future of kids of military personnel killed on or after September 11th, 2001. Call 317-630-1212 or visit www.legion.org.
- Atonement Methodist Church:
Atonement Methodist Church is host to Angel Food Ministries, a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing grocery relief to communities throughout the United States. Angel Food's groceries are sold in a quantity that can fit into a medium-sized box at $25 per unit. Each month's menu is different than the previous month and consists of both fresh and frozen items with an average retail value of approximately $50. This offer is open to all. For full details, call 302-798-8472 or visit www.atonement-umc.org.
- Beautiful Gates Outreach Center:
Free, same day results, rapid HIV counseling and testing, is offered daily (no appointment needed). They also offer a support group for HIV+ persons, free educational materials, food closet, prevention programs, and more. Call for all details, 302-472-3002.
- Bellevue State Park:
Bellevue State Park invites all to its 2008 Lunch Time Concert Series. The concerts are held from Noon to 1pm every other Wednesday, from April 16 through September 17. These intimate performances take place on the stone patio behind the Bellevue Arts Center. Concert-goers can bring lunch and relax on the patio, or spread a blanket on the grass. The lineup has something for every musical taste. These concerts are free to the public; however, park entry fees are in effect. Visit www.destateparks.com.
- Blood Bank of Delmarva:
Between May 19 and August 30, businesses and organizations Delmarva-wide will battle it out in the 6th Annual Summer Blood Challenge, a competition to recruit the most new Blood Bank members and blood donors. With the theme "Fuel for Life, Hero for Life," this year’s Challenge is designed to raise awareness of the importance of blood donations, especially during the critical summer months when fewer people typically give blood. Every day on Delmarva, 370 blood donors are needed to keep the blood supply strong. Great prizes and incentives! It's not to late to join in the fun...call 302-737-8405, ext. 887 or visit www.delmarvablood.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 Zoo:
The Brandywine Zoo invites you to sign your kids up for spring and summer family programs! There are toddler programs as well as programs for kids ages 4-6, 7-13, and 13 to adults! To find our more, visit www.brandywinezoo.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.
- Cancer Care Connection:
Cancer Care Connection offers free information and referrals to all those affected by cancer as a patient, caregiver, family members, or friend! Get assistance--24/7--in locating a wide range of resources and services. Call 302-266-8050 or tollfree 866-266-7008.
- 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.
- Community Development Resource Center:
The University of Delaware's Community Development Resource Center, 100 W. 10th Street, Suite 812, Wilmington, has many resources available for nonprofits...a tollfree hotline, a vast library with over 1000 resources, and their website. If you work in the nonprofit sector, see how the CDRC can help you! Call 1-866-466-6776 or visit www.udel.edu/CCDFP/CDRC.
- 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 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 Elwyn:
Their Senior Adult Day Program is a sponsor of the Child and Adult Care Food Program. It provides a nutritionally balanced breakfast & lunch at no charge to senior adults enrolled in the above program. Open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Call 302-657-5609
- Delaware Humane Association:
Wanted...a photo of your pet for the Delaware Humane Association's 2009 calendar! All pets are eligible...not just those from DHA. There's a $10 entry fee for the first photo, $5 for each additional photo. Entries must be submitted by May 30. For requirements, visit www.dehumane.org. Winners will be notified in September and will receive a free calendar!
- Delaware Lemon Law:
Driving a lemon? The Delaware Lemon Law covers new and leased cars and offers cost-free legal assistance. If your car has a reoccuring problem and you're still under warranty, you may have a lemon. Get free legal representation now! Call 1-800-LEMON-LAW or visit www.lemonlawamerica.com.
- 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 State Office of Volunteerism:
Delaware’s State Office of Volunteerism has created a powerful online service for recruiting and engaging volunteers, communicating with the public, and meeting the complex needs of the local volunteering community. Now, local volunteers and nonprofit organizations in Delaware can easily find each other and information about local volunteer activities by simply logging onto the VolunteerDelaware.org website and putting in their zip code. If you are interested in volunteering, or run a non-profit community program and would like to register your volunteer opportunities, visit VolunteerDelaware.org or contact the Delaware State Office of Volunteerism Center at 1-800-815-5465.
- Delaware State Parks:
Delaware State Parks is once again offering their annual pass. For just $27 for Delaware residents, the pass allows you unlimited access to Delaware's inland and beach parks during the parks' fee season, March 1 thru Nov. 30. Enjoy swimming, picnicing, summer concerts, biking, kayaking, and more, and help support park programs and activities! Call 302-739-9220 or visit www.destateparks.com.
- Delcastle High School:
Delcastle High School, Class of 1978 is currently planning their 30th reunion. Classmates can check out http://home.comcast.net/~cougar1978/site/ or email cougar1978@comcast.net.
- Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB):
Using the Video Game Rating System helps parents decide which game is appropriate for their children and family. Look for the rating symbol and content descriptors on the packaging of computer and video games to help your kids stay kids a little longer. For more information, visit www.esrb.org. A public service message from the Entertainment Software Rating Board.
- 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.
- Family & Workplace Connection:
Need help finding the right child care? Turn to the Family & Workplace Connection for free referrals to licensed family child care homes and child care centers in Delaware. You'll also receive helpful tips on choosing quality care. Call 302-479-1660 or visit www.familyandworkplace.org.
- Forte International Exchange Association:
Forte International Exchange Association is looking for caring families to host high school students from China, Germany, Thailand, Brazil, Taiwan and other countries for the upcoming school year.
Whether you are a single parent, retired, have small children, teens, or no children, you can have a great experience hosting an international teen. For more information contact Karen Shell at 1-888-866-9148 or Carolyn Simmons at 1-888-866-9159.
- Fresh Air Fund:
The Fresh Air Fund is looking for host families in Wilmington to ensure that summer 2008 is special for New York City children. Each year, close to 5000 inner city children enjoy 2-week vacation with volunteer host families in suburban and small towns from Maine to Virginia. If you'd like to host a child this summer, call 302-323-9383 and visit www.freshair.org.
- Friends for Responsible Pet Care:
They are looking for volunteers to help with events and fundraising. Friends for Responsible Pet Care is focused on spay/neuter efforts in Delaware. Call 302-740-4241.
- 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.
- Hagley Museum & Library:
More than seventy posters dating from World War I through World War II will be displayed in "Give It Your Best: Workplace Posters in the United States" at Hagley Museum and Library. From safety slogans and motivational messages to Uncle Sam and Rosie the Riveter, these posters communicate, illustrate, teach, and preach. The exhibit is on display through January 4, 2009. For more information, call Hagley Museum at 302-658-2400 weekdays or visit www.hagley.org.
- 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 301-764-3145
- HomeFront Christian Outreach:
Every Tuesday from 11am to 4pm, HomeFront Christian Outreach hands food, clothing, and furniture out to anyone and everyone in need...from senior citizens and single parents, to people who just lost jobs. They are located at 120 F Elk Park Way, Triumph Industrail Park, Elkton. Call 484-368-1812 or visit www.homefrontoutreach.org.
- Housing Opportunities:
Housing Opportunities of Northern Delaware offers housing counseling! Professionals can help you through the entire process--from qualifying for a mortgage and finding a home you can afford to settlement! Make owning a home an achievement--not just a dream! Call HOND today, 302-429-0794.
- International Cultural Arts Network:
The International Cultural Arts Network presents "The Bridge of Hope Show: Iraqi/U.S. Art Initiative," March 29 thru May 4 at the Delaware Art Museum, 2301 Kentmere Parkway, Wilmington. This art exhibition is organized to transcend barriers, generate goodwill and deepen understanding between our countries. Over two and a half dozen works of art are being shown by nine US artists and nine Iraqi artists. To find our more, call 302 571-9590.
- Leukemia & Lymphoma Society-Delaware Chapter:
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society-Delaware Chapter, in partnership with A.I. duPont Hospital for Children and The Wellness Community of Delaware, has announced the beginning of their new Parent Support Group. This support group is designed for parents of children diagnosed with ANY Pediatric Cancer. Group meetings provide both supportive and educational components and are lead by a licensed oncology social worker and nurse from duPont Hospital for Children. The group will be offered two times each month, on the first Thursday from 6–7:30pm and the third Saturday from 10-11:30am. Anyone interested in registering should contact Dora Temple at duPont Hospital for Children at: 302-651-4553 or Michelle Sobczyk at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at 302-661-7300 ext. 25.
- Leukemia and Lymphoma Society:
The Delaware Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is currently recruiting Team in Training participants for fall events! 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.
- Miss Utility:
Thinking of a construction or landscaping project? Before you dig, call Miss Utility. Underground electrical cables and natural gas lines could be struck, punctured, or cracked causing serious consequences and financial repsonsibility. Call Miss Utility by dialing 811 before you dig.
- 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.
- Newark Parks & Recreation Dept.:
Newark Parks and Recreation Department is offering a variety of programs this summer! From horseback riding, martial arts, gymnastics and softball...to lacrosse, basketball, baseball and golf...there is something for the whole family! For full details, call 302-366-7060 or register at 220 Elkton Rd, Newark.
- NW Services:
NW Services, a non-profit educational organization, is trying to help make a teen's dream come true. NW Services is looking for caring families to host high school students from various countries such as Mongolia, Germany, Colombia, Kenya, Brazil, and many others, for the 2007 school year and fall semester. All students speak English and an orientation and support are always provided! Call 866-846-3977 or visit www.nw-services.com.
- Pacem in Terris (Peace on Earth):
Their Ulster Project Delaware, a reconciliation project that brings Catholic and Protestant Northern Ireland teenagers to Wilmington for a month, is looking for Catholic and Protestant teens, between the ages of 14-16, for their 2008 program. They would be hosting a teenager from Ireland for 4 weeks from June 27 to July 25. Call for full details, 302-656-2721 before Feb. 29.
- Pacific Intercultural Exchange:
Open your heart and home to an international student. Pacific Intercultural Exchange, a nonprofit organization, needs host families in your community. Teenagers from over 30 countries come to America for 6-10 month exchange programs. If you're interested in hosting a foreign teen, call 1-888-743-8721 or visit www.pieusa.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.
- Progressive Life Center:
Open your heart and home, and become a treatment foster parent. Qualified parents receive a monthly stipend for each child, as well as free training and certification. Call 302-778-6502.
- Public Allies:
Public Allies Delaware is an Americorps program of the University of Delaware's Center for Community Research and Service. Public Allies provides an opportunity for 18-30 year olds to positively impact their community through a paid, 10 month leadership-building experience! To find out how to apply please contact Public Allies Delaware at 302-573-4438.
- SCORE:
SCORE, the Service Corps of Retired Executives, will share their experience with you--free of charge! SCORE offers one on one, confidential advice and mentoring to small business owners. Enhance your business skills...call for more information on counseling and workshop schedules, 302-573-6552 or visit www.scoredelaware.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 Hospitak helping kids in this area! Call 1-800-237-5055 or visit www.shrinershospitals.org.
- Small Business Adminsitration:
You’ve served your country. Now the Small Business Administration wants to support you--our veterans, reservists, National Guard members, and spouses. The new Patriot Express loan initiative can get you the resources you need to start, grow, and build your business. To learn more about Patriot Express, call the SBA at 302-573-6294.
- St. Francis Hospital:
The St. Francis Hospital Neurodiagnostics/Sleep Center is offering a free CPAP mask clinic every Wednesday from 10am to Noon, in the Center, which is located on the fifth floor of the DuPont Building at St. Francis Hospital, 7th and Clayton Streets, Wilmington. If your mask is uncomfortable, leaking or interfering with getting to sleep, please call the St. Francis Neurodiagnostics/Sleep Center at (302) 421-4500 to schedule a free appointment during the clinic.
- 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).
- Therapeutic Services at AI duPont Hospital for Children:
Help your child with Down Syndrome learn to interact with others. Therapeutic Services at AI duPont Hospital for Children offers a class geared toward 8-16 year olds to help them make friends, share, and converse.
Held Thursday evenings, thru Aug. 16. Call 302-651-6010.
- UNICEF:
A killer cyclone has left tens of thousands dead and over a million affected in Myanmar...many of them children. UNICEF is there, providing lifesaving water, shelter, blankets, and emergency supplies. Help UNICEF reach evewry child. Go to www.unicefusa.org.
- Veterans National Advocacy Foundation:
If you are a vet or the loved one of a vet suffering through the hardships created by serving in the global war on terror, counseling/help is available for both the veteran and loved ones. Call 1-800-931-8387 (VETS) for more information.
- Walnut Street Theatre:
Don't miss the Walnut Street Theatre's production of "Les Miserables," May 13 thru Aug. 3. Walnut Street Theatre, America's oldest theatre, is located at 815 Walnut Street in Philadelphia. Call 215-574-3550 or visit www.walnutstreettheatre.org.
- Wilmington Head Start:
Wilmington Head Start is a federally funded pre-school for low income families who live or have child care in the city of Wilmington. Wilmington Head Start is currently accepting applications for the 2008-2009 program year. There are inviting and well equipped classsrooms, computer in every classroom, nutrionally balance breakfast and lunch and parent involvement opportunities. For additional information please contact 302-762-8038 ext 12.
- Wilmington Triad:
The Wilmington Triad, a partnership of three organizations – law enforcement, senior citizens and community groups, is making an urgent call for used cell phones in conjunction with the 911 Cell Phone Bank. Residents and businesses who have unused cell phones are encouraged to drop them off at The Charles Debnam Bldg., 1901 N. Dupont Hwy. in New Castle. The 911 Cell Phone Bank will provide the Triad with free emergency cell phones as well as funds for Triad and senior safety programs. If you would like to get involved or to find a drop off location, call 302-255-9693 or visit www.911CellPhoneBank.org.
- World Heritage:
World Heritage Student Exchange is seeking local families interested in hosting a high school exchange student. The students are well-screened, speak English, are 15-18 years old, and come for the 2007-08 school year. Call 302-659-1435 or visit www.world-heritage.org.
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