DELAWARE- The First State is asking people and businesses to shine a blue light Monday night in support of frontline and all essential workers.
Starting at 7 p.m. tourist attractions and hotels across Delaware will shine a blue light to say thank those who have served the state’s citizens throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. They will also be posting their photos on social media. And the state is asking other to join in.
Use #ThanksDE when posting your picture on social media.
“From healthcare workers to the police officers, firefighters, EMTs, grocery store workers and transit drivers, these folks have stepped up to protect and provide for the rest of us during a challenging time,” Governor John Carney said. “This effort, organized by the Delaware Tourism Office, is a small but fitting tribute to them.”
Some of the major attractions lighting up around 7:45 p.m in support are The Grand Opera House and Hilton Wilmington-Christiana in New Castle County along with the Monster statue at Dover International Speedway and the Rehoboth Beach bandstand.
In addition, numerous restaurants are stepping up to provide assistance, including High 5 Hospitality (Limestone BBQ and Bourbon, Stone Balloon, Eggspectation and Buffalo Wild Wings) is accepting donations to feed frontline workers.
La Baguette Bakery & Catering, Dover is accepting donations to feed first responders and frontline workers.
La Vida Hospitality (Crooked Hammock Brewery, Fork & Flask and Taco Reho) is working to provide support and resources to food banks, local shelters, nonprofit organizations and community groups.