Community Briefs 12/09/20

Coastal Georgetown AAUW to meet Dec. 10

The Coastal Georgetown AAUW chapter will meet virtually at 11 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 10, via Zoom. The program is Children's Books – The Creative Process and How it Draws from Real Life. Scott Magoon, an award-winning illustrator, will talk about how he gets ideas for children's books from his life experiences. Magoon’s most recent book is "Linus the Little Yellow Pencil." For more information, go to georgetown-de.aauw.net.

Rehoboth Bears to hold annual meeting Dec. 10

The Rehoboth Beach Bears will hold a virtual annual meeting at 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 10. The community is invited to attend. To request an invitation and Zoom link, email info@rehobothbeachbears.com. On the agenda will be the annual report and the election of the 2021 board of directors. There are currently six positions open to be filled including a one-year term and five three-year terms. Those interested in serving or nominating someone for one of the open positions should email name and phone number to info@rehobothbeachbears.com and a member of the governance committee will be in contact.

Rehoboth Beach Bears is a nonprofit, Rehoboth Beach-based social organization whose mission to is provide inclusive fellowship and fraternal opportunities while raising money for charities whose missions provide for community betterment. The Rehoboth Beach Bears organization has no membership fee, and event participation is open to all.

Live nativity, petting zoo, hayrides Dec. 11-13

Beacon Baptist Church in Millville will present Journey to Bethlehem, a free, outdoor walk-through live nativity, from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday to Sunday, Dec. 11 to 13. The experience will include a petting farm, hayride and refreshments. For more information, go to thebeaconbaptistchurch.net or call 302-539-1216.

Drive-Thru Christmas Party in Ocean View Dec. 13

The Mason Dixon VFW Auxiliary will host a Drive-Thru Christmas Party for children in the community from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 13. The event will be held in the parking lot at the post at 29265 Hope Way in Ocean View. Santa and Mrs. Claus will present gifts to children, and snacks will be distributed at drive-through stations. Event is free; food pantry donation suggested.

Unitarian Universalists to meet Dec. 13

The Unitarian Universalists of Southern Delaware will hold an online service at 10 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 13, on UUSD’s Facebook page. The Rev. Paula Maiorano will discuss how Tannenbaum, German for a fir tree, serves as a symbol of the endurance of beauty and love in a world full of chaos and COVID-19. All are welcome to view this service. For more information, go to uussd.org.

Toys for Tots seeks donations through Dec. 16

This year’s Toys for Tots campaign by Nassau DE, the local campaign organization of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, is winding down for the year, but help from Sussex County neighbors is still needed to ensure that no child is overlooked this Christmas. Until Wednesday, Dec. 16, donors can leave a new, unwrapped toy at any drop-off location listed at nassau-de.com. Toys also can be shipped directly to Toys for Tots, 32446 West Baltimore Court, Millsboro, DE 19966. The number of requests received by Nassau DE this year greatly surpassed last year’s 3,000 kids. While organizers still anticipate being able to meet every request, the hope is to keep the number of toys distributed per child from decreasing. The Toys for Tots Foundation and Nassau DE LCO extend thanks to all for their contributions, as do the children who receive them. Volunteers report that families and kids who receive donations are grateful for the Christmas spirit displayed at this time of year.

Delaware Tech distance learning to continue for spring 2021

Delaware Tech has announced plans for its spring 2021 academic semester, taking into account coronavirus concerns. The college will remain in its current format, primarily distance learning with select sections of skills labs on campus. It will continue to provide targeted student support services on its campuses for those who need to access that assistance in person, and will continue to support faculty through professional development and additional resources, to enable them to provide the highest-quality distance learning experience.

“While this is clearly disappointing and frustrating to many students, their families and college employees, this decision is made with health and safety, first and foremost, being our primary consideration,” said Dr. Mark T. Brainard, Delaware Tech president. “The timing of this announcement will allow us to spend these valuable weeks planning and preparing for next year.”

To read the full statement and stay up to date on Delaware Tech’s coronavirus response, go to go.dtcc.edu/coronavirus.