News Briefs 11/21/25
Lewes bike group to meet Nov. 25
The Lewes Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 25, at city hall. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on a request for a sidewalk and trail along New Road from Park Road to Forecastle Lane. See the full agenda at lewes.civicweb.net.
Two Rehoboth Beach meetings canceled
The Rehoboth Beach Parks and Shade Tree Commission and Board of Adjustment have canceled their November meetings, both because of a lack of agenda items. For more information, contact the city at 302-227-6181 or information@ cityofrehoboth.com.
UUSD to meet Nov. 23
The Unitarian Universalists of Southern Delaware will hold a service at 10 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 23, with This Love Looks Fierce as the topic. The Rev. Heather Rion Starr said, “What are we, white people, doing to be active allies to Indigenous people in our local and regional communities? Moving far beyond the multiple origin stories and non-linear evolution of the federal Thanksgiving holiday, what might it mean to walk with Indigenous peoples in this era? In our current lives and this contemporary moment, how are we taking action beyond simply words?” Learn more at uussd.org.
AARP Chapter 5340 to gather Dec. 1
AARP Chapter 5340 Georgetown will meet at 11 a.m., Monday, Dec. 1, in the Millsboro Police Station community room, 120 W. Railroad Ave. Ext., Millsboro. New officers will be installed and the chapter will hold its holiday party. The Notes of South Coastal AARP will entertain with songs of the season. Meetings continue the first Monday of each month. New members are always welcome. To learn more, email Carol Ann Stone at casflowers@comcast.net.
NARFE holiday gathering RSVPS due Dec. 4
The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association Coastal Sussex Chapter 1690 will hold its holiday get-together at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 11, at 1776 Steakhouse in Midway Plaza, Rehoboth. Attendees are asked to bring holiday donations of books, calendars or small sundries for residents of Excelcare at Lewes, formerly Harbor Healthcare. The membership extends thanks to its outgoing officers for their service. New officers to be installed are: Mike Fritz, president; Cindy Giler, vice president; Beth Miltner, secretary; and Francine Bledsoe, member-at-large. The chapter is still in need of a treasurer. Reservations must be made by Thursday, Dec. 4, via email to fullerwe@gmail.com. Payment is due upon arrival by cash or check made out to NARFE Chapter 1690. To pay national and chapter dues, call 844-NARFE-NOW. Learn more at narfe-de.org or email trombello@comcast.net.
‘Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ to open Dec. 5
Possum Point Players announced show dates for “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” by Barbara Robinson, will be Friday to Sunday, Dec. 5 to 7, and Dec. 12 to 14, at Possum Hall, 441 Old Laurel Road, Georgetown.
The Herdman kids might set the Christmas tree on fire and perhaps toss the baby Jesus doll off the stage, but they surely will melt hearts in the last scene of this hilarious holiday classic.
Directing for the first time at Possum Hall, veteran director Marge Ventura has assembled a cast of 28 to bring to life the six infamous Herdman kids and a patient church member and mom who falls into directing the annual Christmas pageant. Add in the mom’s family, a host of interested (gossipy) church members and many young Sunday school attendees unnerved by the Herdmans for the perfect mix to create a delightful show.
Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 p.m.; the Sunday matinees start at 2 p.m.
To learn more, go to possumpointplayers.org.
Sussex offices close early Dec. 5 for luncheon
Sussex County government offices will close at 12 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5, to allow employees to attend the annual Mildred King Luncheon.
County offices will be open for regular business from 8:30 a.m. to noon, Dec. 5, so members of the public with time-sensitive needs should plan accordingly on that date.
Offices will resume normal business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 9.
The luncheon is held each December to recognize county employees for their service to the county government and the people of Sussex County. The annual event is named in honor of former employee Mildred King, who served Sussex County for nearly 30 years.
Delta Sigma Theta handbag auction set Dec. 6
The Sussex County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. will hold its annual Regina Jones-Brake Handbag Auction and disco-themed brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, at Milton Elementary School, 512 Federal St., Milton. Individuals and businesses have donated high-end handbags for the auction. Tickets are $55, and proceeds support scholarships for Sussex County high school graduates. To purchase tickets, go to eventbrite.com and search Annual Regina Jones-Brake Handbag Auction and Brunch. To learn more, email fundraising@scacdst.gmail.com.
Milton Main Street sets tree-trimming party Dec. 6
Milton Main Street will host a Christmas tree decorating party with local students at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, in Mill Park, 106 Mulberry St., Milton. Three trees will be adorned with ornaments handmade by students from H.O. Brittingham and Milton elementary schools, and Mariner Middle School.
Musician Jeff Evans will be on hand to provide holiday tunes, and complimentary hot chocolate will be offered. The public is invited to attend.
After the holidays, the trees will be be planted along Milton’s rails-to-trails bicycle and pedestrian path.
Delmarva Leathernecks take part in Tunnel to Towers 5K
Members of the Delmarva Leathernecks Foundation were proud to participate in the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's 5K Run and Walk at Cape Henlopen State Park Nov. 15. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation provides mortgage-free homes to Gold Star families and families of fallen first responders, and provides specially adapted homes to catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. The Delmarva Leathernecks Foundation is a nonprofit organization with the mission to support veterans’ organizations and local charities in Sussex County and the surrounding Delmarva area.
