LETTERS From CAMP Rehoboth |
The Way I See It |
by Steve Elkins, Editor |
2002 is the twelfth year of CAMP Rehoboth, and of this magazine, Letters from CAMP Rehoboth. As I begin this new season, it is with a great deal of excitement, and I must confess a little bit of trepidation as well, for it is already proving to be a year of growth and change. It is, of course, change we've worked hard to achieve, but change as we all know can be daunting. The most visible change going on at the moment involves a big "fruit basket turnover" in the CAMP Courtyard at 39 Baltimore Avenue. About the time this issue hits the streets, the offices of CAMP Rehoboth will be moving to the front space (formerly Twist). At the same time, Alex Yearley of Community Pride Financial Advisors will be moving into the old CAMP Rehoboth office and Lori Kline will take over Alex's space to double the size of Lori's Caf.
Even more exciting, the Board of Directors of CAMP Rehoboth is pleased to announce that an agreement for purchase of the property at 39 Baltimore Avenue has been signed, the mortgage approved, and the closing set for later in the spring. The property is being purchased for the creation of the CAMP Rehoboth Community Center and will give the organization a permanent home in the heart of downtown Rehoboth. This is a big step for CAMP Rehoboth. You can see why I'm so excited. I am also thankful for the experience and guidance of CAMP Rehoboth treasurer Natalie Moss and attorney Ellen Feinberg for all the time they have given to this project. On page 6, Murray goes into more detail about the purchase of the property and plans for the future. On Saturday, March 9, The Women's Project of CAMP Rehoboth presents the Second Annual Women's Project Conference, this year at the Rehoboth Convention Center. The Conference is for and about the women in our community, and topics covered include health, legal and financial matters. The Women's Project committee is very excited that Delaware Governor Ruth Ann Minner will be the keynote speaker. Space for the conference is limited, so register by March 2. For more information on the Conference see page 22. Though it may seem a little early to be making plans for next summer, now is the time when all the beach houses are being assembled for next season's fun in the sun. On Sunday, February 3, from 5-8 p.m., CAMP Rehoboth presents the Beach House Rush Party 2002. To find a room, a house, a house mate, or just to see all your summer friends, join host Tom Minnuto at Lizard Lounge, 1520 14th Street, NW, in Washington. For more information on the Beach House Rush Party see Tom's News and Notes on page 74 or check out the Beach House Network at http://www.BeachHouseNetwork.com. I wrote a moment ago that this was going to be an exciting year, and as I look at my calendar I see that it's going to be a busy one as well. To our list of annual events comes The Community Center Project's Founder's Circle Dinner on June 1 at the Atlantic Sands Ballroom on Baltimore Avenue. Called The Black and White Beach Ball, it will honor those who have supported the work of The Community Center Project, welcome new members and see the unveiling and auction of 16 new paintings created by area artists representing the "HeART of the Community." In July, the first CAMP Rehoboth Follies under the direction of Chris Riss promises to astound and delight and raise money (and skirts) for CAMP Rehoboth. For information on how to get involved, see the Follies Troupe Application and Sponsor Form on page 29. In the midst of all this growth and busyness, I don't want to forget to say happy 2002, and a very special thanks to all of you who have so faithfully and passionately supported the work of CAMP Rehoboth for the last twelve years. The excitement I keep feeling is for all of us, and our community. |
LETTERS From CAMP Rehoboth, Vol. 12, No. 01, February 1, 2002 |