Townsend Town Hall Closed to Observe Veterans Day
CANCELED- Mobile Food Pantry @ Immanuel United Methodist Church
Due to expected inclement weather tomorrow, 11/11/22, the Town of Townsend has been notified that the Mobile Food Pantry at Immanuel United Methodist Church has been CANCELED. We will share the rescheduled date once it is shared.
DE Veterans Support Association- Holiday Food Drive 11/3/22-11/22/22
The Delaware Veterans Support Association is hosting a Holiday Food Drive from November 3rd, 2022- November 22, 2022. There will be a collection bin on the front porch of Townsend Town Hall at 141 Main St., Townsend, DE 19734. Thank you for your donations.
Please help us support 50 Veteran’s and their Families this Christmas.
DVSA is collecting the following food items: ANY nonperishable items!
Canned Vegetables, Fruits, Bread, Rice, Dry Milk, Raisins, Snacks, Water Bottles, Bottled or Powdered Juices, Pasta, Pasta Sauce, Stuffing, Cereals, Dry Milk, Oatmeal, etc!
Personal Hygiene Products will also be accepted.
Call DVSA at 302-545-3102 for more information.
NOTICE: Continued Daytime Road Closure- South Street-November 3rd, 2022
Drivers and pedestrians are asked to be extra cautious when construction is underway.
As always we thank our community for your cooperation and support.
Fall 2022 Town of Townsend Newsletter
The Town of Townsend Mayor and Council hope you enjoy reading the Town’s Fall 2022 Newsletter by clicking HERE. We hope you find the newsletter to be beneficial and informative. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Townsend Town Hall at 302-378-8082 or via email at townhall@townsend.delaware.gov
NOTICE: Traffic Advisory- Closure- Main St., Townsend, DE
Please take note that Main St. will be closed from Brook Ramble Road to Commerce Street between 2pm- 3 pm tomorrow, Friday 10/28/2022 from 2 pm- 3 pm. Traffic Control measures and detours will be in place, please take caution when driving in the area.
As always we thank our community for your cooperation and support.
Pumpkin Patch at Townsend Town Hall on 10/21/22 from 6pm-7:45 pm
Thanks to our Municipal Waste provider, GFL, Townsend Town Hall will turn into a pumpkin patch tomorrow, Friday 10/21/22 from 6pm- 7:45 pm.
Children are welcome to pickup a pumpkin from the front lawn.
Thank you to GFL and have a wonderful Harvest season!
NOTICE: Continued Daytime Road Closure- South Street- October 20th & 21st, 2022
Two-way traffic will be permitted during work hours ONLY between the Police Department and Lattomus Street.
Drivers and pedestrians are asked to be extra cautious when two-way traffic patterns are in effect.
As always we thank our community for you cooperation and support.
Halloween is Here. Be Safe and Stay Healthy!
The Town of Townsend wants everyone to have a safe and fun Halloween. Halloween is celebrated on Monday, October 31st. Per Town Council, for the safety of all, trick or treating will be held between the hours of 6 pm and 8 pm for all those wishing to participate. All trick-or-treaters in costume should be off of the streets by 9 p.m.
As always, trick-or-treating will be held based on each individual resident’s/family’s preference.
If you would like to give out candy to trick-or-treaters, turn on your porch light. Those wishing not to participate, turn off your porch light.
Please treat your neighbors with respect and remember safety rules by following these general Halloween guidelines:
- Only visit houses whose porch/front lights are on.
- Wear reflectors, reflective clothing and carry a flashlight for safety.
- Maintain social distancing and wash hands frequently.
- If driving, please drive slower and be attentive to increased foot traffic.
- Be respectful of Halloween displays and yards.
In light of Covid-19 please make the best judgement for you and your family while participating safely in this year’s activities. Please refer to the CDC guidance regarding staying safe with indoor and outdoor gatherings:
Strategies for a Healthy and Safe Holiday Season
Immanuel United Methodist Church- Chicken Dumpling Dinner and Bazaar
11/05/2022 – 10:00 PM
Location: Immanuel UMC
Address: 209 Main Street
Townsend
Bazaar- 10am-6pm
Crafts, Baked Goods Candy, Attic, Treasures, Homemade Soup
Take Out Dinner 3pm- 6pm or sold out
Pre Order Meals Guaranteed
Walk In Orders Accepted But Not Guaranteed
Cash, Check, Credit Cards Accepted At Pick Up
209 MAIN STREET, TOWNSEND DE 19734
