Woodland Cemetery officers and trustees rely on lot sales, burial fees, and the generosity of individuals to maintain its 25 steeply wooded acres. With increasing operational costs and limited resources, they face significant challenges in sustaining a peaceful and dignified resting place for the departed and a vital gathering space for the living. Consider donating to support the preservation of Woodland Cemetery. In addition to covering the cost of day-to-day operations, your generosity will help fund the removal of dangerous trees, continued road maintenance, and cemetery improvements such as trash receptacles and signage. Every contribution is appreciated. Let’s work together to ensure that the legacy of Woodland Cemetery endures for generations to come. To donate, visit www.woodlandcemeterydelhi.org/donate
Last week’s trivia question: Where was the American House Hotel located? The American House was located at the corner of Main and Meredith streets. On Jan. 6, 1907, the American House Hotel burned.
This week’s trivia question: Who was the first baby to be born in the new O’Connor Hospital in 1958?
This week’s community volunteers of the week are the helpers at the Delhi Food Pantry in the United Ministry Church, including Edie Campbell, the manager of the pantry. Edie wants to thank everyone who contributed money and/or food items to the pantry. The SME club at SUNY Delhi held a food drive as did Delaware Academy and the O’Connor Hospital. Price Chopper held a promotion whereby customers could purchase a select bag of food items which would then be donated to the pantry. These drives would not have been successful without the generosity of the community. The pantry was able to give out 25 boxes complete with turkeys for Thanksgiving dinners and another four Christmas dinners. Forty to 50 people come in once a month for food to help feed their families. Thanks to Edie and her team at the food pantry for all they do to help those in need. The Delhi Food Pantry is open Mondays from 1 until 3 p.m. and Thursdays from 3:30 until 5:30 p.m. in the United Ministry Church behind the Delaware National Bank on Church Street.
This week you can watch the Delaware Academy Bulldogs in Delhi Saturday, Jan. 6 when the JV and Varsity boy’s basketball teams take on Waterville at 2 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. in the high school gym. On Tuesday, Jan. 9, the 8th-grade girl’s basketball team plays South Kortright at 4:30 p.m. in the middle school gym, and the girl’s JV and Varsity basketball teams play Walton-Downsville at 5:30 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. in the high school gym. On Wednesday, Jan. 10, the boy’s JV and varsity basketball teams play Greene at 5:30 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. in the high school gym. Visit www.delhischools.org/o/dacsd/page/athletics to see the full calendar.
This week you can watch the SUNY Delhi Broncos in Delhi on Tuesday, Jan. 9 when the men’s basketball team takes on Eastern Nazarene at 1 p.m. Visit delhibroncos.com to find links for live coverage if you can’t make it. You can even watch games that have already been played at www.team1sports.com/college
The town of Delhi Council will meet Monday, Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Town Hall, 5 Elm Street.
The Greater Delhi Area Chamber of Commerce member meeting will be held Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 11 a.m. at the eCenter, 5.5 Main Street. The Greater Delhi Area Chamber of Commerce is a group dedicated to promoting and supporting business and tourism in the Greater Delhi area. We are a fun and friendly bunch looking for new members who will help us celebrate and elevate the area. They meet on the second Tuesday of each month at the eCenter.
The Delhi’s Farmers Market has moved indoors to the Delhi American Legion, 41 Page Avenue. It is held every Wednesday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Bingo at the American Legion, 41 Page Avenue every Wednesday starting at 7 p.m. Sales start between 6 and 6:30 p.m. You must be 18 or older to play.
AA meets Monday through Friday at noon at the Saint John’s Episcopal Church. If you need help, attend. These informal meetings are open to anyone. The Friends of Recovery of Delaware and Otsego counties host many events for those in need at 84 Main Street. Visit www.friendsofrecoverydo.org/calendar or like them on Facebook to learn more info, www.facebook.com/forecoverydo.
Al-Anon Family Group of Delhi meets Wednesdays at 12 p.m. at the United Ministry Church, Church Street. This group offers help and support for families and friends affected by someone else’s drinking. All are welcome.
