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Art is Healing at the Rehoboth Art League, DE

Rehoboth Art League Announces Integ...

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The Rehoboth Art League and SOAR, inc. are partnering to host experiential classes integrating healing and art. Participants will engage in painting, drawing, pottery and self-portrait creations while learning and discussing art’s influence in soothing the soul and flexing the mind and body. Through the centuries art has been an influencing force in healing, whether physical, emotional, mental or spiritual. These classes will be held throughout the month of … READ MORE

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Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service

National Day of Service and MLK Day...

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This weekend and again on Monday, you have the opportunity to unite with countless other Americans, joining forces to make a difference in local communities. It’s a way to give back, engage, and challenge yourself to improve the world in which you live. Saturday January 19th is National Day of Service, a tradition started by President Barack Obama on his first inauguration in 2009.  The National Day of Service … READ MORE

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Holiday Wrappings Supports the Amer...

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The American Cancer Society has contributed to a 15% decrease in the over-all cancer death rate over the past decade. This means that roughly 650,000 cancer deaths have been avoided with help from the American Cancer Society. The Society states that there are approximately 12-million cancer survivors who will celebrate their birthday this year. Yesterday, December 4th, 2012, a large group of American Cancer Society supporters rallied and joined … READ MORE

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Christmas Cheer: Causes of the Hear...

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You know that saying, “It’s far better to give than to receive”? Do you think it’s true? Salisbury, MD resident, Nikki Dennis believes it is. Dennis created a unique local business that offers support to many local charities of the Eastern Shore. Causes of the Heart is a website devoted to promoting charitable events, creating awareness of philanthropic acts, and encouraging others to support their friends, families, communities, and … READ MORE

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Hurricane Sandy Clean Up Crew Ocean City MD

Sandy Clean-Up Help Across Delmarva...

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All throughout the day Monday, October 29th, residents of the Ocean City, MD area sat glued to their computers, TV’s, radios, or smart phones—whatever bit of technology they could rely on for information about the storm of epic proportions bearing down on the Eastern Shore. Beginning with the morning high tide cycle, the system dubbed the Storm of the Century, Frankenstorm, or simply Hurricane Sandy, had already caused epic … READ MORE

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A Lucky Girl's Life - Christy Stone Trala

A Lucky Girl's Life: Save the Ta Ta...

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I think all of us have been touched by loved ones and friends who have had some type of cancer. Its truly shocking how many people have been affected, and sadly, at all ages. It is so important to keep aware and to help prevent and save lives. I’m glad to be part of a cause that can help those that have to fight the battle. It is a heartbreaking … READ MORE

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Dumpster Diving Bulk Trash Pick Up Day Berlin MD

Trash Picking, Curb Surfing & D...

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  There is an unconventional activity that more and more individuals are participating in: trash picking, which is the process of scouting reusable trash, taking the trash home with you, up-cycling the find, repurposing used items, and using them in your home.  More and more folks can be found pursuing through their neighbor’s trash on trash days, bulk pick up days, or shuffling through dumpsters behind their favorite businesses. … READ MORE

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Scooter Laws in Ocean City MD

Scootering in Ocean City: Meet Alic...

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Meet Alice. Alice takes me on little adventures with the wind blowing in my pigtails and my cares behind me. Alice is my scooter. And lately she’s not quite sure where she fits in the world of Motor Vehicles.  Scooting around with her is a lot of fun, with little hassle or expense. However, scooters do have laws. I am guilty of not always wearing a helmet. But I … READ MORE