And, gosh—it’s June already! And we’re celebrating it in a big way. First off, it’s Pride month! And our writers did not disappoint: Rich Barnett (CAMP Stories) gives us some history along with a glimpse of his own festive flag; Beth Shockley (Prideful) recounts her Proudest moment, and several folks completed the sentence: When I think of Pride, I… (Pop the Question).
Nor did we forget other June notables: Pattie Cinelli has some poignant memories of Stonewall, and Ann Aptaker—with a nod to those ubiquitous June weddings—offers up a couple of wedding “belles.” Robert Dominic wraps up his two-part series on a honeymoon for one, aka his stint as a writer visiting a wannabe wedding destination.
Speaking of weddings—we offer profiles of two CAMP Couples, this issue: Founders’ Circle members Larry Richardson and Joe Filipek, and newer-comers Dennis Diaz and Michael Ewald. Both couples have been together for about 15 years; both have been married for about four. They spoke to interviewer David Garrett on how they became connected to CAMP, their commitment to the organization, and their hopes for its future. (Next issue, we’ll feature two more CAMP Couples.)
Maybe summer means “sports” to you? It means that to many of us, too. Fay Jacobs tells us about local teams who recently competed in the National Senior Games in Florida (softball, pickleball, and golf). JuneRose Futcher introduces us to local kayaking hot (maybe “cool” would be more apt?) spots.
Or, maybe some gustatory pleasures? Ed Castelli (Sea Salt Table) has some refreshing cocktails in mind (and on hand, we daresay); Leslie Sinclair and Debbie Woods (Dining Out) savored a meal at a favorite local eatery. Want to make your landscape more suitable for hosting a soirée of your own? Eric Wahl (The Real Dirt) has some ideas—and also gives us the backstory on the summer solstice.
Letters is always a good place to meet someone new, or to learn more about someone you’ve perhaps only read about or seen on the screen. See Michael Gilles’s Before the Beach for an intro to a fascinating local lady; Mikey Rox, Michael Cook, and Chris Azzopardi chat with some famous favorites, including Whoopi Goldberg and Michael Turchin (who’s about to celebrate his first Father’s Day).
There’s lots more packed into the pages of this issue—updates on SUNFESTIVAL (it’s gonna be great!), info on local offerings you’ll not want to miss (CAMP Theatre is about to kick-off its season in the CAMP Rehoboth courtyard), and a save-the-date for some upcoming events (Block Party, anyone?). Browse as you bask on the beach (or poolside) and calendar the fun. We hope to see you there! ▼