Community Events
Keeping Democrats Connected in Delaware

2008

March

3/18

Breathe for Life PAH Support Group: The next Breathe for Life PAH Support Group meeting will be Tuesday, March 18, 6:30pm, at Christiana Hospital, Room 1100. The topic is "If You Eat, You Need To Move--Proper Nutrition & Exercise." Open to PAH patients, their caregivers, and loved ones as well as health care providers. Call 302-328-3107.

3/19

Pacem in Terris (Peace on Earth): The September 11th Coalition for Just and Peaceful Initiatives, a project of Pacem in Terris, invites the public to recognize the Fifth Anniversary of the Start of the Iraq War, Wednesday, March 19, Noon-1pm, at Rodney Square. At the gathering, names of some of the U.S. Service members who have died will be read as a banner honoring all our fallen soldiers will be displayed. Call 302-656-2721 for more info.

3/20

First & Central Presbyterian Church: First & Central Presbyterian Church, 1101 Market Street in downtown Wilmington, announces the spring season of its lauded Thursday Noontime Concerts, beginning in March and continuing thru May 15. Concerts are from Noon to 1:30, admission is free but a $2 donation is suggested. Call 302-654-5371 or visit http://www.fandc.org/.

Wilmington Women's Connection: The Wilmington Women's Connection invites women to their "All Creatures Great & Small" buffet breakfast, Thursday, March 20, 9:30am at the Crystal Center, 728 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Cost is $15. A compliemtnary nursery will be available with reservation. Call 302-477-0234.

3/21

Five Points Fire Company: The Junior Men and Junior Auxilary Ladies of the Five Points Fire Company will be having an Easter Flower and Baked Goods Sale on Friday, March 21 from 8am to 7pm; Saturday, March 22 from 8am to 7pm; and Sunday, March 23 from 7am to 3pm at the fire hall, located at 209 S. Maryland Ave in Wilmington. Proceeds are going to the Junior Men and Junior Auxilary Ladies.

3/22

 Rehoboth Toy and Kite fun fly with the Easter Bunny – Come down to Virginia Ave. and the beach for kite-flying for all ages and visits with the Easter Bunny!  For more information please visit http://www.beach-fun.com/.

Pacem in Terris (Peace on Earth): The September 11th Coalition for Just and Peaceful Initiatives, a project of Pacem in Terris, invites the public to recognize the Fifth Anniversary of the Start of the Iraq War, Saturday, March 22, 11am to Noon, at Concord Square on Concord Pike (by Chili's & Macaroni Grill). Banners honoring all our fallen soldiers will be displayed. Call 302-656-2721 for more info.

Puddle Jumpers 4-H Club: The Puddle Jumpers 4-H Club will host its annual community Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 22, 11:30am to 3pm, at Windmill Farm, 194 Nottinghamn Rd., Elkton. There are three age groups and the hunt is free. There will also be games, crafts, and food. Call 410-398-4804.

3/28

Citizens' Hose Company: The Citizens' Hose Company Volunteer Firefighters will host an All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner, Friday, March 28, 5-8pm, at the firehall, 103 W. Commerce St., Smyrna. Cost is $7 per person, kids 10 and under eat free. Proceeds will benefit the 125th Anniversary Celebration.

Harrington Fire Company: The Harrington Fire Company will sponsor a Texas Hold'Em poker tournament on Friday, March 28, at 7pm, at 20 Clark St., Harrington. Doors open 1 hour earlier for pre-registration. Up to $2,000 for 1st place and up to $8,000 in total prizes. For more info, or to pre-register by phone, call 302-670-6862.

Hockessin Fire Company: Hockessin Fire Company. Station 19, will host Milly's Beef-n-Beer, Friday, March 28, 7pm-midnight. Cost is $25 in advance, $30 at the door and proceeds beenfit the Hockessin Ladies Auxiliary. Call 302-239-5695 or 302-239-7748 for more information and tickets.

Meeting Ground: Meeting Ground, a faith-based organization that empowers homeless people in the Mid-Atlantic region, will benefit from "Improv," by the Delaware Comedy Theatre North, Friday, March 28, 8-9pm, at Presbyterian Church Hall, 15 North Old Baltimore Pike, Newark. Tickets are $10 for general admission, $8 for seniors, students, and those with military ID. Call 302-226-4280.

Rainbow Chorale of Delaware: The Rainbow Chorale of Delaware Presents "Growing Up Broadway: A Cabaret," coming of age songs from your favorite Broadway hits...Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29 at 8pm, at Opera Delaware Studios, 4 Poplar St., Wilmington. Cost is $50 for table seating, $25 for general seating. Call 1-888-512-5093 or visit http://www.therainbowchorale.org/.

3/29

Claymont Community Center: The Claymont Community Center will hold their inaugural Beef, Beer, & Casino Night Saturday, March 29, 7-11pm, at 3301 Green St., Claymont. Cost is $30 and includes a full dinner buffet, dessert, beverages, and start-up poker chips. Must be 21 or older to attend. Call 302-792-2757.

Delaware Humane Association: Join Delaware Humane Association for their popular two-day adoption event featuring adoptable cats and a few dogs from the shelter. The event will be held at PetSmart's North Wilmington location in the Brandywine Towne Center  on March 29 from 10am to 8pm and March 30 from 10am to 4pm. Adult cats and kittens will be available for same-day adoptions to qualified applicants. A limited number of dogs can be seen for a meet and greet; only pre-adoption applications, however, will be accepted for dogs (no same-day adoptions). Call 302-571-0111, ext. 304 or visit http://www.dehumane.org/.

Edgemoor Community Center: The Edgemoor Community Center will hold their 6th annual celebration recognizing 30 years of continues community service. All are invited to come out Saturday, March 29 between 6 and 9pm, they are located at 500 Duncan Rd., Wilmington. Cost is $30 per person; $50 per couple and includes food, a wine & beer tasting, and silent auction. All funds raised will support early childhood education programs. Call 302-762-1391.

The National Breast Cancer Society: An all-day scrapbooking fundraiser to benefit The National Breast Cancer Society will take place Saturday, March 29, 10am to 10pm, at Corpus Christi Church Hall in Wilmington. 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 visit http://www.cropology.com/ or call 302-376-9187.

3/30

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation: The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation will benefit from a Kids Cut-A-Thon, Sunday, March 30, Noon to 4pm, at The Head-Quarters, 1400 Philadelphia Pike (at the intersection of Philadelphia Pike & Silverside Road). Haircuts are $14 and 100% will be donated to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. Appointments are not necessary and kids under 16 are invited to take part. Call 302-798-1639.

Ladies of Nur Shrine: Ladies of Nur Shrine will host a Longaberger Basket Bingo March 30 at Nur Shrine, 198 South DuPont Highway, New Castle. Doors open at 1pm, games begin at 2pm. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door for 20 games. Door prizes, raffles, and refreshments. Call 302-328-6100.

 April

4/2

Minquadale Ladies Auxiliary: The Minquadale Ladies Auxiliary will hold their annual Italian Sub and Salad Sale Wednesday, April 2, from 8am to 4pm...or until they are sold out! Cost is $6 plus delivery ($1 in the 19720 zipcode and $2 for all other zips per order). Orders of 10 or more must be faxed in by March 31. Fax to 302-652-4507 or call 302-652-0986, ext. 20.

4/4

American Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula: Don't miss the 1st Annual Caps and Corks at the Chase Center on Friday, April 4. The evening will feature 100 beers, 100 wines, a martini lounge, live music, and food from local restaurants. Tickets will be sold online or can be purchased at the door. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the door. VIP tickets are $80. Please visit http://www.capscorks.com/ or http://www.redcrossdelmarva.org/ for more information or to purchase tickets. Proceeds benefit the American Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula.

4/7

2008 Kids Count/Families Count in Delaware Fact Book Release and Briefing- Chase Center on the Riverfront, Ballroom.  8:30am-9:00am registration, 9:00am-10:00am release and briefing.  For more information or to register, please email kids-count@udel.edu or phone at

4/20

Power Up at Hagley Museum! Hagley Museum, Wilmington. 10am-4pm.  Join Hagley Museum and Library on Earth Day. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please call (302) 658-2400.

June

6/5

Newark Nite- Main Street Newark, 5pm-9:30pm.  Rain Date: Sunday, June 8th, 2:30pm-7pm.  Registration deadline for vendors or tables, May 9th 2008.  For more information or to register, please contact (302) 366-7060.

July

7/4

Newark Liberty Day Celebration- Main Street Newark, 4pm-9:30pm.  Rain Date for fireworks only: Saturday, July 5th dusk.  For more information or to register, please contact (302) 366-7060.

September

9/14

Newark Community Day- Main Street Newark, 10am-5pm. Rain date: Sunday, September 21st. For more information or to register, please contact (302) 366-7060.