Community Calendar
December 13 - December 13
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: 12046 Sunset Ln, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: On Friday, December 13th, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., the Greenwood Public Library will host a Christmas Caroling Party at the Country Rest Home in Greenwood. Participants will meet in the lobby of the Rest Home at 6 p.m., sing carols throughout the facility, and end the evening with refreshments in the dining room. The activity is open to all; however, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is encouraged but not required.rnHomemade goodies are a special treat to the residents; if you are able to supply some of your homemade Christmas cookies as refreshments, contact Robin at 349-5309.rnThe Country Rest Home is located at 12046 Sunset Lane in Greenwood. For questions, or to obtain directions to the Country Rest Home, call 349-5309.
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
December 13 - December 13
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: 12046 Sunset Ln, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: On Friday, December 13th, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., the Greenwood Public Library will host a Christmas Caroling Party at the Country Rest Home in Greenwood. Participants will meet in the lobby of the Rest Home at 6 p.m., sing carols throughout the facility, and end the evening with refreshments in the dining room. The activity is open to all; however, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is encouraged but not required.rnHomemade goodies are a special treat to the residents; if you are able to supply some of your homemade Christmas cookies as refreshments, contact Robin at 349-5309.rnThe Country Rest Home is located at 12046 Sunset Lane in Greenwood. For questions, or to obtain directions to the Country Rest Home, call 349-5309.
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
December 13 - December 13
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Rose Colored Lasses
Time: 6:30-9:30
Location: Delaware Hospice Center, Milford
Description: Open House Reception at the Delaware Hospice Center The Rose Colored Lasses, in conjunction with Delaware Hospice, will be hosting an Open House Reception at the Delaware Hospice Center’s Festival of Trees in Milford on Friday, December 13. The event will be held from 6:30-9:30.Enjoy complimentary wine, beer, punch and gourmet hors d’oeuvres as you stroll through a wonderland of beautifully decorated trees and wreaths. The Lasses will be selling chances for one of their well-known raffle baskets. This event is being held to raise funds to buy a second ice machine to serve the patients at the Hospice Center.Tickets are $25 and are available at www.festivaloftreesde.org. Tickets may also be purchased at Blooming Boutique in Milford, the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, or by calling Dee (430-0395) or Rosie (430-0532).
Proceeds Benefit: Delaware Hospice
For more information contact: Dee Greenlee 430-0395, Rosie Babel 430-0532 |
December 14 - December 14
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The Great Christmas Cookie Walk at St Andrews Lutheran Church
Time: 9 am until the cookies are gone!
Location: 425 N.DuPont Hwy Dover DE 19901
Description: Saint Andrew’s Lutheran Church will be hosting their 6th Great Christmas Cookie Walk on Saturday, December 14th, 2019.rnrnThe Cookie Walk will begin at 9 am and ends when the cookies are gone. Lines form early and attendees will be invited to wait indoors. Each attendee will be offered the opportunity to purchase as many empty bakery boxes as they want. Gloves will be provided so that you can pick up your cookies. Box sizes range from small for $8, medium $14 and large $25. Boxes hold from 1 lb. to 4 lbs. of cookies. After purchasing their empty box, guests will be invited into the Great Hall to make their selections from hundreds of freshly baked, hand made Christmas cookies. At the end of the walk, boxes must close completely. rnrnPre-orders will be accepted through Thursday, December 12th. Specialty orders must be in by Saturday, December 7th. Cookie Trays will also be available for $50. Pre-orders can be picked up by appointment or on the day of the sale. rnrn“We have regularly been asked when the Great Christmas Cookie Walk might return and within minutes of reactivating our FaceBook page in June, someone asked if we were back this year” said co-founder Lori Speed. “The Cookie Walk is back for 2019 and are planning on as much variety as before”, added her partner Terri Brown. “The response is always amazing, and we see people from all over Delaware and surrounding states who choose to support our event.”rnrnOriginally designed as a fundraiser to offset the church mortgage, the Cookie Walk has grown into a major social, community event which helps the church support the greater Dover Community. The Cookie Walk can be found on FaceBook @thegreatchristmascookiewalk and Instagram @greatchristmascookie. Additional information can be found on the church website at SALCDover.org. Saint Andrew’s Lutheran Church is located at 425 N.DuPont Hwy. on the northbound side in Dover, Delaware. For more information call 302-736-1617.rn
Proceeds Benefit: St Andrews Lutheran Church & local community
For more information contact: 3027361617 or visit www.facebook.com/thegreatchristmascookiewalk/ |
December 17 - December 17
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: 100 Mill Street, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: Loose Ends Knitting Club has new hours for the Winter months, starting Tuesday, December 17th at 3:00 p.m. Spend the afternoon with knitters of all skill levels. Materials are provided and free of charge.
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
December 17 - December 17
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: 100 Mill Street, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: Loose Ends Knitting Club has new hours for the Winter months, starting Tuesday, December 17th at 3:00 p.m. Spend the afternoon with knitters of all skill levels. Materials are provided and free of charge.
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
December 20 - December 20
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: 100 Mill Street, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: On Friday, December 20th at 10:30a.m. at the Greenwood Library, Peninsula Home Care will hold meetings of the OWLs (Older and Wiser Living) Club with programs with topics of interest to seniors 50+. Membership in the OWL Club is free and provides seniors with tools and resources that allow them to work in partnership with their healthcare team to prevent and manage challenges today and down the road. Possible topics for the monthly programs include stretching classes, fall prevention, hydration, nutrition, and much more. The programs are free and open to all, and registration is required. To register, or for further information, please contact the library at 349-5309 or visit www.greenwood.lib.de.us
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
December 21 - December 21
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The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art\'s Winter Wonderland Holiday Crafts and Visit from Santa Claus
Time: 10am -2pm
Location: The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art
Description: The Ward Museum and local businesses welcome the community to a celebration of the winter season. A FREE holiday social event paired with Pop Up Art for the creative in you. The lobby and grounds will be decked out for the holidays offering a perfect setting for a community gathering in honor of the season. Don’t miss out on the chance to have your picture taken with Santa & make delightful winter crafts.
For more information contact: Ward Museum Events (410) 742-4988 e:120 or visit www.wardmuseum.org/program-calendar/more-events/winter-wonderland/ |
December 21 - December 21
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: AMITY COFEE 13 Market Street, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: On Saturday, December 21st at 1:00 p.m., teens 16+ are invited to join the Mind Readers Club and gather at the Amity Coffee Shop to discuss books over coffee. Come ready to talk about a favorite title and enjoy a free beverage and cookie. The Amity Coffee Shop is located at 13 Market Street.
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
December 21 - December 21
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: AMITY COFFEE 13 Market Street, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: On Saturday, December 21st at 1:00 p.m., teens 16+ are invited to join the Mind Readers Club and gather at the Amity Coffee Shop to discuss books over coffee. Come ready to talk about a favorite title and enjoy a free beverage and cookie. The Amity Coffee Shop is located at 13 Market Street.
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
December 23 - December 23
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: 100 Mill Street, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: Come out to the Greenwood Library on Monday, December 23rd at 2:00 p.m. for a fun family movie day! Bring a pillow and a blanket. Snacks will be provided.
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
December 23 - December 23
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: 100 Mill Street, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: Come out to the Greenwood Library on Monday, December 23rd at 2:00 p.m. for a fun family movie day! Bring a pillow and a blanket. Snacks will be provided.
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
January 2 - January 21
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: 100 Mill Street, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: The Greenwood Library will be having their huge annual winter book sale from January 2nd-21st with special deals!
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
January 2 - January 21
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Greenwood Public Library
Time: 10am-8pm M, T, R, F, 10-5 W, 10-2 Sat
Location: 100 Mill Street, Greenwood, DE 19950
Description: The Greenwood Library will be having their huge annual winter book sale from January 2nd-21st with special deals!
For more information contact: Greenwood Library 349-5309 or visit greenwood.lib.de.us/ |
January 4 - January 4
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Delmarva Model Railroad Club
Time: Saturday: 11am- 4pm Sunday Noon-4pm
Location: 103 E. State St., Delmar, DE
Description: 7 model railroad layouts exhibiting 10 different gauges. White Elephant Table for all kind of items for sale. Train videos to watch all day. Refreshments for sale. Scavenger Hunt for the kids.
Proceeds Benefit: Delmarva Model Railroad Club
For more information contact: Bill Deeter 302-856-9250 or visit delmarvamodelrailroadclub.org |
January 5 - January 5
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Delmarva Model Railroad Club
Time: Saturday: 11am- 4pm Sunday Noon-4pm
Location: 103 E. State St., Delmar, DE
Description: 7 model railroad layouts exhibiting 10 different gauges. White Elephant Table for all kind of items for sale. Train videos to watch all day. Refreshments for sale. Scavenger Hunt for the kids.
Proceeds Benefit: Delmarva Model Railroad Club
For more information contact: Bill Deeter 302-856-9250 or visit delmarvamodelrailroadclub.org |
January 11 - January 11
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Delmarva Model Railroad Club
Time: Saturday: 11am- 4pm Sunday Noon-4pm
Location: 103 E. State St., Delmar, DE
Description: 7 model railroad layouts exhibiting 10 different gauges. White Elephant Table for all kind of items for sale. Train videos to watch all day. Refreshments for sale. Scavenger Hunt for the kids.
Proceeds Benefit: Delmarva Model Railroad Club
For more information contact: Bill Deeter 302-856-9250 or visit delmarvamodelrailroadclub.org |
January 12 - January 12
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Delmarva Model Railroad Club
Time: Saturday: 11am- 4pm Sunday Noon-4pm
Location: 103 E. State St., Delmar, DE
Description: 7 model railroad layouts exhibiting 10 different gauges. White Elephant Table for all kind of items for sale. Train videos to watch all day. Refreshments for sale. Scavenger Hunt for the kids.
Proceeds Benefit: Delmarva Model Railroad Club
For more information contact: Bill Deeter 302-856-9250 or visit delmarvamodelrailroadclub.org |
January 29 - January 29
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LIFE Conference Planning Committee
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Dover Downs Hotel & Conference Center
Description: The LIFE Conference is a joint effort of many Delaware organizations that serve persons with disabilities and their families, which addresses the topics of Legislation, Independence (through Assistive Technology), Family and Education. Over 500 people with disabilities, families and professionals attend the annual conference for educational and networking opportunities.
Proceeds Benefit: Delawareans with Disabilities
For more information contact: DE Developmental Disabilities Council -- 739-3333 or visit www.lifeconferencede.org/ |
April 20 - April 26
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Ward World Education Conference
Location: Roland E. Powell Convention Center
Description: Create award-winning carvings with World Champion and professional carvers. A full menu of one-, two-, three-, and four-day classes are offered in conjunction with the Ward World Championship by such artists as Rich Smoker, Ross Smoker and more. Registration in advance is required; space is limited.
Proceeds Benefit: The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art
For more information contact: Brittany Andrew wardpr@salisbury.edu or visit www.wardmuseum.org/program-calendar/world-championship/ |
April 24 - April 26
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50th Annual Ward World Championship
Location: Roland E. Powell Convention Center
Description: Carvers and visitors from across the world convene for the most prestigious competition of contemporary wildfowl art. The event includes judging, benefit auction, classes, seminars, demonstrations, children’s activities and exhibitor booths of artisans and supplies.
Proceeds Benefit: The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art
For more information contact: Brittany Andrew wardpr@salisbury.edu or visit www.wardmuseum.org/program-calendar/world-championship/ |
April 24 - April 26
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50th Annual Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition and Art Festival
Location: Roland E. Powell Convention Center
Description: Carvers and visitors from across the world convene for the most prestigious competition of contemporary wildfowl art. The event includes judging, benefit auction, classes, seminars, demonstrations, children’s activities and exhibitor booths of artisans and supplies.
Proceeds Benefit: The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art
For more information contact: Brittany Andrew wardpr@salisbury.edu or visit www.wardmuseum.org/program-calendar/world-championship/ |
December 12 - December 12
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The Milton Theatre presents Serafin Winter Music
Time: 7pm
Location: The Milton Theatre, 110 Union Street, Milton, DE 19968
Description: The Milton Theatre presents Serafin Ensemble, “The Serafins,” for a special seasonal concert on Thursday, December 12 at 7:00 p.m. Serafin Winter Music features performances by East Coast artists Kate Ransom and Amos Fayette, violins; Luke Fleming, viola; Jacques-Pierre Malan, cello; and Gus Mercante, countertenor.The concert includes selections for the season, such as the ever-popular Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson, Vivaldi's "Winter," and sing-along carols with "Uncle Gus" Mercante, along with standard repertoire celebrating Beethoven's 249th birthday on December 16.rn
For more information contact: The Milton Theatre or visit www.miltontheatre.com |
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