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Rehoboth library friends group hosts Sippin’ in the Stacks
Lifelong Friends plaque honorees shown are (l-r) Bunky and Kate Markert, Board President Mary Costa, Sandra Skidmore, and Andrea and Al Hoffman. DENY HOWETH PHOTOS
October 16, 2025
The Friends of the Rehoboth Beach Public Library hosted Sippin’ in the Stacks, its annual donor appreciation party, Oct. 10 at the library. The event shows appreciation for the support of the group, which also unveiled the newest names on the Lifelong Friends plaque.
The Friends of the Rehoboth Beach Public Library is a nonprofit civic organization focused on supporting the library. It accomplishes that in a number of ways, including, but not limited to, fundraising to exclusively benefit the library and supplying 100% of the cost of every new book, DVD, CD, magazine, newspaper and enrichment program.
During the event, library board member Kay Wheatley provided an update on the progress of the renovation project for the downtown location.
The party carries on under the mural in the library, which will be protected during the renovation.
Enjoying laughs at the party are (l-r) Sarah Barr, Julia Ellis, Lana O’Hollaren and Kelly Williamson.
President of the Board of Trustees Kay Wheatley discusses the renovation plans and opportunities for naming levels.
Friends of the Rehoboth Beach Public Library past presidents gather for a photo. Shown are (l-r) Kim Scott, Kathy Ackerman, Mary Costa and Marti Garrett.
Friends of the Rehoboth Beach Public Library board members in attendance are (l-r) Neal Pollock, Joan Donnelly, Frank Gainer, Kathy Ackerman, Jim Pritchett, Lorraine Sellers, Sandra Skidmore, Bonnie Staffer, Trudie Thompson and Mary Costa.
Kathy Ackerman and Jessica Conley talk during the event.
Timothy Cradle keeps the stacks rocking for the party.
Friends Susan and John Roehmer enjoy wine and snacks.
Rehoboth Beach Public Library staff members enjoy the party. Shown are (l-r) Julie Pusey, adult services librarian; Karen Scaggs, circulation; and Jay Campbell, event coordinator.
Trudie Thompson and Connie Benko share memories of their history.
Friends board member Tom Wontorek and his wife Lavonne take a moment in the stacks.
Former Mayor Sam Cooper and Al Hoffman chat at the event.
Enjoying the celebration are (l-r) Gordon Tanner, Roger Kramer and Wayne Wenzel.
Guests enjoy the appreciation party.
Sharing stories in the window seat are (l-r) Rose Marie Patin, Carolyn McNeice and Jerry Capone.
Nancy Doyle poses for a photo with Bunky Markert.
Serving up libations are (l-r) Neal Pollack, Frank Gainer, Ramon Santos and Ruthann Winterhalter.
Kathy Ackerman and Lorraine Sellers unveil the newest names on the Lifelong Friends plaque.
The new Lifelong Friends plaque has plenty of room for future honorees.
