The Cape Current 5-28-26

SEE EAT DO PLAY | FREE ED. 2 | THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026THIS WEEK ON THE CAPEADVENTURE FIND YOUR Summer

2 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026A special publication byPublisher Chris RauschProduction Manager Tara MarksLead Designer Abby WorkmanAdvertising Kathy McGinty, Lauren ZaniewskiPhoto Editor/IT Manager Christopher D. FosterSocial Media CoordinatorGrace HoffmanMarketing Nicole MoyerProduction Mallery Galaska, Kristin SinnottEditorial Assistant Jamie StampsCONTRIBUTORS Charlie Adkins (Kadet Kelly), Hari Cameron, Pam George, Marissa Levy, Lana Morelli, Zeke Ottemiller, Nancy Sakaduski.REWIND BACK TO 1938Long before \"wish you were here\" became a text message, it looked something like this.WIKIMEDIA COMMONSSussex County’s ChoiceFor Walk-In Care.GEORGETOWN WALK-IN21635 Biden Avenue | GeorgetownMILLSBORO WALK-IN28538 Dupont Boulevard | MillsboroMILLVILLE WALK-IN32550 Docs Place | MillvilleREHOBOTH BEACH WALK-IN19161 Healthy Way Unit 100 Rehoboth BeachMILTON WALK-IN23900 Milton Ellendale Hwy. | MiltonSOUTH COASTALEMERGENCY DEPARTMENT32750 Roxana Rd | Millville302-291-6900LEWES EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT424 Savannah Road | Lewes302-645-3289Ready to care for you, whereverand whenever you need us.With convenient locations throughout the county (including five Walk-In Care centers and two emergency departments), the best care is now more accessible than ever before. And as our county grows, you can be confident and proud that we’ll continue to grow with it.Scan to learnmore about our walk-in locations.We Care. From the Heart.

MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 3Gary Szydlowski, MDWE’RE THE HEART OF SECOND CHANCES.The Bayhealth Heart & Vascular Institute is a comprehensive cardiovascular center of excellence located in the heart of our region. This is where you’ll find a team of great minds with an incredible commitment to helping your heart last a long, healthy lifetime. To know more about all the ways we help prevent and treat heart disease visit Bayhealth.org/HVI. To learn more, or make an appointment call 302-310-8484.Scan and Learn2025Our Commitment Runs Deep | Bayhealth.org/HVI

4 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026Whether this is your first time or you’re a seasoned vet, we got you. We’ve picked the best Cape Region things to do this week. Most are free—some cost a few bucks.LET’S GOSummer Has Entered the Chat All the Good Stuff Is Officially Arriving in the Cape Region.Discover MORETHECAPECURRENT.COMWelcome to another week of The Cape Current, your guide to all the cool, creative and community-driven things happening around coastal Delaware.Something shifts right before summer fully settles in. The traffic gets weird, patios start filling up and beach chairs suddenly appear in every trunk in town. This is that sweet spot where summer is here, but the full chaos hasn’t arrived just yet.This week, our feature story asks an important question: What kind of beach person are you? Food Hunter? Beach Bum? Party-Hardy Crew? Outdoor Explorer? We mapped out summer personalities and local itineraries to help you find your adventure.Live & Local takes us from wine festivals and live music to Viking metal in Milton because yes, apparently Delaware has a Viking metal festival. Kadet Kelly checks in with another Out & About, Hari Cameron reflects on Chef David Kneller opening a new chapter on Baltimore Avenue, Pam George explores one of Rehoboth’s most delicious streets, Zeke Ottemiller checks in with Lewes Brewing Company and The Current Pursuit dives into seining.Now go find your summer.

MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 5BAYWOODGREENS.COMBREATHTAKING. BEAUTIFUL. BRILLIANT.BAYWOOD GREENS.A GOLF COURSE COMMUNITYHOME SALES: 302-945-6280PRO SHOP: 888-844-2254Set in the midst of a world-class championship golf course also known as the “Augusta of the North” and exquisite botanical displays, Baywood Greens offers an incomparable resort living experience. Meet with one of our Agents to find a new or pre-owned home that fits your needs, or start the building process with one of our preferred builders! The options are endless at Baywood Greens.Come visit us an experience for yourself.Directions: From Route 1 in Lewes or Rehoboth Beach, take Route 24 West for approximately 8 miles. The entrance to Baywood Greens will be on your left. The Sales and Information Gallery is immediately on your right.SALES BY DEVELOPED BYTUNNELL COMPANIES LLC

6 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026There’s plenty to see when the sun goes down. Scout out your desired location here to find live music, karaoke, bingo, drag shows and trivia nights. LIVE & LOCALMarissa Levy is a singersongwriter who traded Brooklyn’s bustle for Lewes’ laid-back charm. She’s played shows with Matt Nathanson and Lisa Loeb, and now she’s busy booking bands, teaching lessons and keeping original music alive at The Listening Booth.MARISSA LEVY+ Owner & Chief Roadie at The Listening BoothAT THE LISTENING BOOTHMarissa's PicksFlagship Romance brings their Americana Cool to the Booth May 29.The Quiet Week SoDel Fest Says Goodbye, Vikings Say SkålT he sunburned masses have retreated. Route 1 is drivable again. Summer is technically here, which means this week is that small, golden window before everything gets insufferable again.MAY 30 - Southern Delaware Wine, Food & Musical Festival closes out its 10th and final year at the Cambria Hotel in Rehoboth Beach, noon to 4 p.m. Twenty-plus restaurants, 100-plus wine and beer selections, a live chef throwdown, and live tunes - benefiting mental health resources for hospitality workers. Ten years, over $300K raised, going out on their own terms. Tickets required.JUNE 5 - The West Side Creative Market in Rehoboth brings out friend of the Booth Steve Boucher for live music alongside food from Sarcastic Chef and Shore Island. Get your art on while hearing Steve wax poetic about how awesome it is to live at the beach.JUNE 5-7 - Party Like It's 793 at The Brimming Horn Meadery in Milton: a full weekend of heavy metal, handcrafted mead, Viking food and artisan vendors. Delaware's only Viking metal festival, now in its sixth year. Noon to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon to 7pm Sunday. Kids 17 and under free. I did not make this up.JUNE 6 - The Wild Hymns play Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats in Rehoboth Beach, 9-11 p.m., free. The York, PA duo makes dreamy, moody folk-pop with jazz undertones and four self-released albums behind them. Free show, great beer, no excuse not to go.VISIT LISTENINGBOOTH.COM/SHOWS FOR TICKETS.NIGHTLIFEOUTDOOR CONCERTS Grain on the Rocks Rocking the Docks Music SeriesLewes Ferry Terminal, 43 Cape Henlopen Dr., Lewesconcerts start at 6 p.m. unless notedThursday, July 2 - Fleetwood Macked with fireworks show; Wednesday, July 8 - Amish Outlaws; Sunday, July 26 - Eggy; Tuesday, Aug. 4 - California Honeydrops; Aug. 12-13 - Melvin Seals and JGB; Thursday, Aug. 20 - Pink Talking Fishrockingthedockslewes.comLewes Canalfront Parkconcerts start at 6:30 p.m.Thursday, May 28 - Matt Lafferty & The Pros From Dover; Thursday, June 11 - Earth Jam; Thursday, June 25 - The Ultimate Diamond Band; Thursday, July 2 - The Funsters; Thursday, July 16 - Chris Sacks Band; Thursday, July 30 - Williams Bros; lewescanalfrontpark.org/eventsLewes Summer Concert SeriesStango Parkconcerts start at 7 p.m.Tuesday, June 2 - Rehoboth Concert Band; Tuesday, June 9 - Fun Size; Tuesday, June 16 - Big Band Sound Concert; Tuesday, June 23 - Jonny Gio and the Neo Trio; Friday, June 26 - 287th Army Band; Tuesday, June 30 - Mark Taylor; Tuesday, July 7 -Leroy Hawkes and the Hipnotics; Tuesday, July 14 - Hot Sauce Band; Tuesday, July 21 - Beach Bandits; Tuesday, July 28 - Joe Baione Vibraphone Experience; ci.lewes.de.us/220/Summer-Concert-SeriesQuayside @ Nite at Milton Theatre110 Union St.concerts start at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 28 - GirlsRoom; Thursday, June 4 - Final Groove; Thursday, June 11 - Barrelhouse; Thursday, June 18 - Lower Case Blues; Wednesday, June 24 - Delaware National Guard 287th Army Band; Thursday, June 25 - Goldstar; Thursday, July 2 - Nick Kashmanian Trio; Thursday, July 9 - Soul Chase Band; Thursday, July 16 - Universal Funk Order; Thursday, July 23 - Lower Case Blues; Thursday, July 30 miltontheatre.comRehoboth Beach Bandstandconcerts start at 8 p.m.Monday, June 1 - Rehoboth Concert Band; Friday, June 12 - Super Trans Am; Saturday, June 13 - We May Be Right; Sunday, June 14 - Central City Orchestra; Friday, June 19 - U.S. Air Force Band Max Impact; Saturday, June 20 - Brave Strangers: Tribute to Bob Seger; Sunday, June 21 - Charlie and the Cooltones; Thursday, June 25 - The Jersey Beach Boys; Saturday, June 27 - Yellow Brick Road; Sunday, June 28 - Love Seed Mama Jumprehobothbandstand.com/eventsSounds of Summer Concert Seriesconcerts start at 7 p.m. in Memorial ParkWednesday, June 3 - The Pros From Dover; Wednesday, June 10 - Reunion Band; Wednesday, June 17 - Mathew Street Band; Wednesday, June 24 - Smooth Sound Big Band; Wednesday, June 27 - 287th Army Band; Wednesday, July 1 - Earth Jam; Wednesday, July 8 - Maddox Gipko Band; Wednesday, July 15 - Catch the Drift; Wednesday, July 22 - Sticky Situation; Wednesday, July 29 - Fun Size; facebook.com/miltonconcertseries/upcoming_hosted_events/MAY 29 - Flagship Romance with Quinn ArnoldShawn Fisher and Jordyn Jackson are a married duo out of Louisville who have logged 250,000-plus miles on the road, funded five albums entirely through their fanbase, and earned press like \"harmonies one could barely separate with a single human hair\" from Folk Radio UK. Their recent self-titled double album was produced by a Grammy-winning producer and sounds like it - cinematic and built around two voices that need nothing else. Quinn Arnold opens. 7 p.m.MORE TO HEAR AND DO AT THE BOOTH:MAY 28 - YARNMAY 30 - Kelly Bell BandMAY 31 - The Bean Tones

MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 7NIGHTLIFEWest Side Creative Market19826 Central St., RehobothFriday, May 29 - Devin Canfield, 5 to 9 p.m.; Monday, June 1 - 2 Six Strings, 5 to 9 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Steve Boucher, 5 to 9 p.m.; Monday, June 8 - TimberJack, 5 to 9 p.m.; Friday, June 12 - Jeff Evans, 5 to 9 p.m.; Monday, June 15 - Callum Toner, 5 to 9 p.m.; Monday, June 22 - Julie Derrick, 5 to 9 p.m.; Friday, June 26 - Positively Toni Marie, 5 to 9 p.m.; Monday, June 29 - Nate McCormick, 5 to 9 p.m.developingarts.orgDEWEY BEACHBottle & Cork18047 Highway One 302-227-7272Friday, May 29 - Split Decision, 8 p.m. (tickets, $15); Saturday, May 30 - Jam Session with 3AM Tokyo, Gab Cinque, Benders and Knappy, 5 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - Chris Janson, 8 p.m. (tickets, $58); Friday, June 5 - 49 Winchester, 8 p.m. (tickets, $35)bottleandcork.comJimmy’s GrilleBellevue Street and Highway One302-227-4333Mondays - Stealing Savanah Duo, 7 p.m.; Tuesdays - Chris Diller, 6 p.m.; Thursdays - Rick Arzt, 5 p.m., and Kleptoradio Duo, 9 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Chris Steele, 2:30 p.m., Steve Lennon, 6 p.m., and Andy and Devin, 9 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Andy and Devin, 1 & 5 p.m., and Jenni, 9 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - Rick Arzt, noon, Chris Steele, 3 p.m., and Cecilia Grace, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday, June 3 - Practically Einstein Duo, 5 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Steven O'Boyle, 2:30 p.m., Chris Steele, 6 p.m., and Chris Diller Trio, 9:30 p.m.jimmysdewey.comLighthouse124 Dickinson Ave. 302-227-4333Wednesday, June 3 - Bob Elliott; Thursday, June 4 - Dylan Canfield; Friday, June 5 - Darren O'Neillighthousedeweybeach.comNalu Surf Bar & Grille1308 Coastal Hwy. 302-227-1449Mondays - Bryan Clark, 7 to 10 p.m.; Tuesdays - Bryen O'Boyle, 8:30 to 11 p.m.; Wednesdays - Electric Velvet, 8 to 11 p.m.; Thursdays - Matt Avery, 8 to 11 p.m.; Fridays - Frank Raines, 4 to 8 p.m., and Matt Quinton, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Saturdays - Decade80, 9 p.m. to midnight; Sundays - Matt Quinton, 6 to 10 p.m.; Friday, June 14 - The Boys Band Project, 9 p.m. to midnightnalusurfbar.comNorthbeach125 McKinley Ave. 302-226-8673Thursdays - Karaoke with Jenni Schick, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturdays - DJ Scooter, 9 p.m. to midnight; Friday, May 29 - The Benderz, DJ Zip, and DJ Scooter, 5 to 11 p.m.; Sunday, May 30 - Stephen Lennon, The North Beach Band and DJ Zip, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.northbeachdewey.comRusty RudderDickinson Avenue and the Bay302-227-3888Mondays - Kono Nation, 3 p.m.; Tuesdays - Stealing Savanah, 4 p.m.; Thursdays - Flat Moon Society, 5 p.m.; Fridays - Rick and Liam, 2 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Cecilia Grace Duo, 5:30 p.m., 3AM Tokyo, 9 p.m., and LVLS with Knappy, 9 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Steve Lennon Duo, 2 p.m., Jenni, 5 p.m., and Laura Lea & Tripp Fabulous, 9 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - Keith Mack Duo, 2 p.m., Keith White Duo, 5 p.m., and Chris Diller Trio, 8 p.m.; Monday, June 1 - Fantastic Five, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, June 3 - Laura Lea Duo, 4 & 8 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Steve Lennon Duo, 5:30 p.m., and Garden State Radio, 9 p.m.rustyrudder.comStarboard2009 Highway One 302-227-4600Wednesdays - Lost in Paris, 9:45 p.m.; Thursdays - No Filter Band, 9:45 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Keenan and Bodhi Williams, 2:30 p.m., and Radio Hereo, 9:45 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - Brandi Sanders Experience, 2:30 p.m., and Kristen and friends, 9 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - No Filter Band, 9:45 p.m.thestarboard.comLEWESAmerican Legion Post 17113 American Legion Rd. 302-645-9965Friday, May 29 - The Shermanater, 6 to 9 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Short Term Memory, 6 to 9 p.m.alpost17.comBethany Blues18385 Coastal Hwy.302-644-2500Mondays - Mingo, 6 p.m.; Tuesdays - Survey Sez, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Nothin' But Trouble, 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Crimestoppers, 8:30 p.m.bethanyblues.comBig Oyster Brewery1007 Kings Hwy. 302-644-2621Thursday, May 28 - Justin McNatt, 5 to 8 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Kevin Hartigan, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Back Again, noon, and The Leftovers, 5 to 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - Whiskey Graves, 5 to 8 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - The Leftovers, 5 to 8 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Terry and Tilly, 5 to 8 p.m.bigoysterbrewery.comCrooked Hammock Brewery36707 Crooked Hammock Way302-644-7837Tuesdays - Trivia, 6 to 8 p.m.; Thursdays - Music Bingo, 6 to 8 p.m.; Thursday, May 28 - Open Mic with Tyler Greene and friends, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Goldstar, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Tate Lehman and The Blue Chilis, 5 to 8 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Goldstar, 6 to 9 p.m.crookedhammockbrewery.comGrain on the RocksLewes Ferry Terminal, 43 Cape Henlopen Dr. 302-291-3900Wednesdays - Trivia, 6 to 8 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Williams Brothers, 6 to 9 p.m.grainontherocks.comIrish Eyes at AnglersAnglers Rd. 302-645-6888Wednesdays - Jake and Elwood, 7:30 to 10 p.m.; Thursday, May 28 - Electric Smoke, 8 to 11 p.m.; Fridays - DJ Larry Love, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Earth Jam, 8 to 11:30 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - 33 & 1/3, 8 to 11 p.m.irisheyespub.comJD Shuckers Seafood Grill & Raw Bar20750 John J. Williams Hwy. 302-945-8850Wednesdays - Trivia, 6 p.m.; Thursdays - Sol Knopf, 5 to 8 p.m.jdshuckersdelaware.comLefty’s Alley & Eats36450 Plaza Dr. 302-864-6000Mondays - Music Bingo, 6 to 7:30 p.m.; Tuesdays - live music with Steve Boucher, 5 to 7 p.m.; Wednesdays - Tunes & Trivia Game Night, 6 to 7:30 p.m.; Thursdays - Karaoke Night, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Hot Sauce, 7 to 10 p.m.iloveleftys.comLewes Brewing Company1145 Savannah Rd. 302-303-2739Thursdays - Beer Bingo, 6 to 8 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Rodney Jones, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, June 6 - Kricket Comedy, 9 p.m. (tickets, $25)lewesbrewing.comNassau Valley Vineyards32165 Winery Way 302-645-9463Sunday, May 31 - Al Frantic, noon to 3 p.m.nassauvalley.comThe Listening Booth18388 Coastal Hwy., Ste. 11302-313-1718Sundays - Social Jam Night, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Friday, May 29 - Flagship Romance with Quinn Arnold, 7 to 9:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Kelly Bell Band, 7 to 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - The Bean Tones, 6 to 8:30 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - Songwriting Club, 6 to 8 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Flagship Romance with Quinn Arnold, 7 to 9:30 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - No Direction Booking presents: Gravelord, X-Cell and Farm Machinery, 7 to 9:30 p.m.listeningbooth.comThe Room at Cedar Grove32882 Cedar Grove Rd.Saturday, May 30 - Burleigh and Sierra Drummon, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday, June 3 - Funch: The Roots of Rhythm, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - Quentin Scott Jones and QDK, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Friday, June 12 - Six Foot Bundle, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.theroomatcedargrove.comThe Wheelhouse7 Anglers Rd. 302-291-2163Mondays - Trivia, 7 to 9 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Abriblu, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Kenny Riggs, 6 to 9 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Nate McCormick, 6 to 9 p.m.wheelhousede.comLONG NECKAmvets Post 2232369 Long Neck Rd. 302-945-2599Thursdays - Card Tunz, 6:30 to 8 p.m.; Fridays - Karaoke, 7 to 10 p.m.; Saturdays - Terminator, 3 p.m.sussexamvetspost2.comParadise Grill27344 Bay Rd. 302-945-4500Wednesdays - Dale Teat, 5 to 9 p.m.; Thursdays - Captain Mike, 5 to 9 p.m.; Thursday, May 28 - James West, 5 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Mariano Mallia, 5 to 9 p.m., Jen X, 6 p.m., and DJ Gregg, 6 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Nick Kashmanian, 1 p.m., Richie and Guy, 5 to 9 p.m., Star Spangled Hustlers, 6 p.m., DJ Gregg, 6 p.m., and The Saints, 7 to 10 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - Catch the Drift, 2 p.m., and Jim Long, 3 to 6 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - Robbie Gordon Jr., 5 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Robbie Gordon Jr., 5 p.m., Frazzlefit, 6 p.m., and Star Spangled Hustlers, 7 to 10 p.m.paradisegrillde.comParadise Pub34814 Long Neck Rd. 302-945-0500Mondays - Mingo with DJ Vick, 6 to 8 p.m.; Tuesdays - Karaoke, 6 to 9 p.m.; Fridays - DJ Get Busy, 9 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - County Line, 5 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Salty Soles, 3 p.m., DJ Get Busy, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - True Country, 2 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Captain Mike, 5 p.m.paradisepubde.comMILLSBOROAmerican Legion Post 2831768 Legion Rd. 302-945-1673smoke-free environment. Daily - Pool, darts, shuffleboard, 10 a.m. to close; Tuesdays - Mingo, 1 to 3 p.m.alpost28.comMILTONBrimming Horn Meadery28615 Lewes Georgetown Hwy.302-684-1188Sunday, June 14 - Mead, Merchants & Music event, noon to 5 p.m.brimminghornmeadery.comcontinued ▶▶▶

8 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026The Beach isSTARTING TO ACT UPOUT & ABOUTKadet Kelly is a Rehoboth Beach drag entertainer known for her campy comedy, chaotic charm and commitment to uplifting queer joy. A proud drag daughter of Kristina Kelly, she’s spent three years serving sass, sequins and side-eye across Delaware’s drag scene. Follow her on instagram @_kadetkelly and facebook @gleecharliek.KADET KELLY+ Drag QueenSomething shifts in Rehoboth Beach right before summer officially hits.You feel it before you even see it.The traffic gets weird. The iced coffees get larger. People suddenly start wearing outfits that suggest they lost a bet. Every restaurant patio becomes packed with sunburnt tourists aggressively explaining where they’re “actually from.”And the seagulls?Violent.I knew summer was close this week when I watched a man confidently walk down the Boardwalk carrying two Orange Crushes, a slice of pizza, no shirt, one flip flop and absolutely no visible survival instincts.That’s beach season, baby.We’re still in that strange little pre-Pride limbo where the town hasn’t fully descended into chaos yet, but you can feel the warning signs everywhere. The drag queens are reappearing. The group chats are getting dangerous again. And somewhere on Baltimore Avenue, a speaker is already fighting for its life playing Lady Gaga at medically concerning volumes.The summer entertainment scene is slowly crawling back out of hibernation, with spots like Purple Parrot Grill, Blue Moon and Freddie’s Beach Bar getting ready for another season of dance floors, drag shows and public emotional breakdowns over espresso martinis.As they should.Personally, I’ve already started collecting this summer’s first batch of overheard Rehoboth conversations.This week’s winner:“I’m not drunk, I’m just experiencing the beach differently.”Poetry.I also witnessed a tourist ask where CHECK OUT THECAPECURRENT.COMFOR AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT THE HOTTEST SUMMER FESTIVALS.Twin Branch Winery14756 Twin Branch Rd. 302-414-0033Wednesdays - Whiskey Graves, 4 to 7 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Lower Case Blues, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Terry and Tilly, 1 to 4 p.m., and Kerry Hallett, 5 to 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - Dave Gates, 1 to 4 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - DJ Shady Lady, 6 to 9 p.m.twinbranchwinery.comREHOBOTH BEACHArena’s Deli & Bar149 Rehoboth Ave., in the Village by the Sea Mall 302-227-1272Mondays - Let's Do Trivia, 8 p.m.; Wednesdays - Show City, 7 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - The Great Chasers, 7 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Nothin' But Trouble, 7 p.m.arenasdeliandbar.com/locations/rehobothBig Chill Surf Cantina19406 Coastal Hwy. 302-727-5568Tuesdays - Soul Chase, 5 to 8 p.m.; Wednesdays - Themed Trivia, 7 to 9 p.m.; Sundays - Lower Case Blues, 4 to 7 p.m.; Thursday, May 28 - Danny Shivers, 8 to 11 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Troll Tribe, 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Lower Case Blues, 8 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - County Line, 7 to 10 p.m.bigchillsurfcantina.comBluecoast Seafood Grill & Raw Bar30115 Veterans Way 302-278-7395Thursday, May 28 - Al Frantic Band, 5 to 8 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Stone Jack Ballers, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Cocktails@3, 5 to 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - Bell Bottom Blues, 5 to 8 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - Girlsroom, 5 to 8 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - The Gone Boys, 5 to 8 p.m.bluecoastrehoboth.comBlue Moon35 Baltimore Ave. 302-227-6515Mondays & Tuesdays - Piano bar with John Flynn, 5 to 7 p.m.; Thursdays - A Night with Roxy Cabaret, 8 to 9 p.m.; Fridays - Spotlight Show, 8 p.m.; Saturdays - Legends Show, 8 p.m.; Sundays - Drag Brunch Bingo, 11 a.m., piano bar with John Flynn, 5 to 7 p.m., and Act3 Cabaret with Autumn, 8 to 9 p.m.bluemoonrehoboth.comCafé Azafran18 Baltimore Ave. 302-227-8100Thursdays - Holly Lane & John Flynn, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.cafeazafran.comChesapeake & Maine316 Rehoboth Ave. 302-226-3600Saturday, May 30 - Roy Voshell, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, June 6 - Van Williamson, 6 to 9 p.m.dogfish.com/eventsCoastal Taproom18766 John J. Williams Hwy.302-645-9911Mondays - Play That Funky Bingo, 6 to 8 p.m.; Wednesdays - Trivia, 7 p.m.; Fridays & Saturdays - live musiccoastaltaproom.comConch Island37169 Rehoboth Ave. 302-212-5936Wednesdays - Steven O'Boyle, 7 to 10 p.m.; Sundays - Live Band Karaoke with Nick Kashmanian, 8 to 11 p.m.; Thursday, May 28 - Lower Case Blues, 7 to 10 p.m.; May 29 - May 31 - Cliff Cody, 5 to 8 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Wicked Jezzebel, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - 52 Pick Up, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - Shortcut Sunny, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - 33 RPM, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.conchislandbar.com/conch-islandDockside Marina Bar & Grill 39413 Inlet Rd.302-226-3625Tuesdays - Lower Case Blues, 5 to 8 p.m.; Thursday, May 28 - Liam Wiedmann Group, 5 to 8 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Williams Brothers Band, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Charlie and the Cooltones, 5 to 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - Robin & the Hoods, 5 to 8 p.m.; Monday, June 1 - Blind Wind, 5 to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, June 3 - Hot Sauce, 5 to 8 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - Smokin Joe Duo, 5 to 8 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Angelee, 5 to 8 p.m.docksidede.comDogfish Head Brewings & Eats320 Rehoboth Ave. 302-226-2739Wednesdays - Live Band Karaoke, 9 to 11 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Faith Noel, 9 to 11 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - The Wharf Rats, 9 to 10:30 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Bryan Scar, 9 to 10:30 p.m.dogfish.com/eventsDowntown Blues8 N. 1st St. 302-900-2227Tuesdays - Hot Sauce (Dave and Elza), 5 p.m.; Wednesdays - Rick Arzt, 5 p.m.; Fridays - DJ Manny Mann, 6 to 10 p.m.; Thursday, May 28 - Kerry Hallett, 5 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Steve Bowers, 5 p.m.downtownbluesrehoboth.comFirst State Brewing Company19266 Coastal Hwy.302-386-2337Tuesdays - Mingo, 7 to 9 p.m.; Thursdays - Trivia, 7 to 9 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Bobby and Josh, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Rich & Famous, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Jordan Allen, 5 to 8 p.m.firststatebrewing.com/rehoboth-beach-deFreddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant3 S. First St. 302-527-1400Monday-Wednesday - Karaoke, 8 to 11:30 p.m.; Fridays - Follies Drag Show, 9 to 11 p.m., and Karaoke, 11 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturdays - Happy Hour Beats with rotating DJ, 5 to 8:30 p.m., Follies Drag Show, 9 to 11 p.m., and Karaoke, 11 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Sundays - Drag Bingo, 6 to 8 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - DJ Applebottom, 6 to 9 p.m.freddiesbeachbar.com/rehoboth-beachPurple Parrot134 Rehoboth Ave.Mondays - Karaoke, 9 p.m.; Tuesdays - Chris Steele, 8 to 11 p.m.; Wednesdays - Matt Avery, 8 to 11 p.m.; Thursdays & Fridays - Karaoke, 9 p.m.; Saturdays - Live DJ, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Sundays - Birdcage Drag Show, 9 p.m.ppgrill.comRehoboth Ale House Downtown 15 Wilmington Ave. 302-278-7433Sunday, June 7 - Mama's Black Sheep, Colleen Clark and Regina Sayles, 5 to 8 p.m.rehobothalehouse.com1776 Steakhouse18585 Coastal Hwy. 302-645-9355Wednesdays & Thursdays - Pianist Jeff Irwin, 5 to 8 p.m.; Fridays & Saturdays - Kevin McCove on piano, 8 to 11 p.m.; Sundays - Bryan Clark, 2 to 5 p.m.1776steakhouse.comSummer House228 Rehoboth Ave. 302-227-3895Tuesdays - Karaoke, 9 to 11:30 p.m.; Fridays & Saturdays - live DJ, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.summerhouserehoboth.comThe Hideout Arcade Bar & Grille18693 Coastal Hwy. 302-645-1985Wednesdays - Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Thursdays - Trivia with DJ Wood, 7 p.m.; Fridays & Saturdays - Karaoke, 8 p.m.hideoutarcadebar.comThe Pines Rehoboth Beach56 Baltimore Ave. 302-567-2726Fridays - Piano Show with Grant Uhle, 7 to 10 p.m.; Saturdays - Piano Show & Sing-Along with Etienne Pilon, 6 p.m., and DJ Fixed Rate, 8 to 11 p.m.; Sundays - Piano Show & Sing-Along with Etienne Pilon, 6 p.m.thepinesrb.com/eventsThompson Island30133 Veterans Way 302-226-4677Mondays - Trivia Night, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Sol Knopf, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - Lower Case Blues, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m.thompsonislandbrewing.comTiki Jac's Street Eats & Brews71 Rehoboth Ave. 302-493-3387Wednesdays - Trivia, 7 to 9 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - The Leftovers, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Storm Sounds Duo, 6 to 9 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Nick Hundley, 6 to 9 p.m.tikijacs.comZogg’s1 Wilmington Ave. 302-227-7660Thursdays - Music Bingo, 6 to 8 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Joe Bryan, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Nate McCormick, 6 to 9 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Rob Barbarita, 6 to 9 p.m.zoggsbar.comNIGHTLIFENIGHTLIFEthe Boardwalk was while actively standing on it, which felt important enough to document historically.And if you’ve been downtown lately, you already know the sidewalks are entering their annual phase of confusion, where entire groups suddenly stop walking without warning like somebody pressed pause on humanity. Every local has now mastered the delicate art of weaving around slow-moving families while whispering “excuse me” through clenched teeth.Another seasonal phenomenon? Every gay man suddenly dresses like a retired volleyball coach from 1997.Tiny shorts. Tank tops. Mustaches appearing out of nowhere. It’s beautiful. It’s terrifying. It’s gay migration season.And despite all the madness, there’s something weirdly comforting about seeing the town come back to life again.Suddenly everybody’s asking the same question again:“So where are we going tonight?”Which, in Rehoboth, is usually the beginning of either a great story or a minor medical incident.Happy almost Pride Month.Stay hydrated. Tip your entertainers. And for the love of RuPaul, keep walking on the sidewalk. Tiny shorts. Tank tops. Mustaches appearing out of nowhere. It’s beautiful.Dogfish Head Brewery6 Cannery Village Center 302-684-1000Mondays - Trivia, 5 to 7 p.m.; Wednesdays - Bingo Night, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Friday, May 29 - Matt Lafferty, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Al Frantic, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - Records with Randall, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - Anna and Johnny, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.dogfish.com/eventsIrish Eyes105 Union St. 302-684-8889Thursdays - Karaoke, 9 p.m.; Fridays - Trivia, 8:30 p.m.irisheyespub.comMilton Farmers & Artisan MarketGrace Church, 514 Union St.Fridays - live music, 3:30 to 6 p.m.facebook.com/groups/877042553932268Milton Theatre110 Union St. 302-684-3038Thursday, May 28 - Awaken: YES Tribute; Friday, May 29 - Movie Musicals: Music Theatre Ensemble Spring Showcase 2026, 7 p.m.; Saturday, May 30 - Gilligan Yacht Rock, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 31 - Karen Hester as Dolly Parton, 2 & 7 p.m.; Wednesday, June 3 - Best Shot Tribute to Pat Benatar and Women Who Rock, 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, June 4 - YYNOT: Rush Tribute, 8 p.m.; Friday, June 5 - The Smiths Tribute NYC: The Queen is Dead 40th Anniversary Tour, 7:30 p.m.miltontheatre.com

MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 9LIVE HERE. STAY BEACHY. At Pot-Nets, you’re not just buying a home, but a lifestyle. One visit to any of our six coastal communities will reveal the perfect place for you and your family for years to come. We pride ourselves in providing the coastal experience to our residents to include five miles of coastline, several dining options, extensive amenities, and much more. Our golf car friendly community allows quick access to some of the best Long Neck has to offer, with Rehoboth Beach and Lewes just minutes away by car. Whether you’re looking for your forever home or for a special weekend retreat, Pot-Nets has affordable options to fit your needs. See us soon for a tour!CALL 302.945.9300Sales & Information Center 34026 Anna’s Way, Suite 2 • Long Neck, DE 19966SIX WATERFRONT NEIGHBORHOODSPOTNETS.COMBayside · Lakeside · Creekside Seaside · Coveside · DocksidePot-Nets is only 12 miles from Rt. 1 and only 2.5 hours by car from Baltimore and Washington, and an easy commute from New Jersey & Pennsylvania.*Prices are subject to change without notice.VACATION RENTALS AVAILABLE!

10 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026Chef Hari Cameron is a renowned culinary expert, consultant and restaurateur known for his modern farm-to-table approach. Celebrated for his work in the hospitality industry, he champions high-quality MidAtlantic ingredients.HARI CAMERON+ Chef consultantTHE CURRENT BITEA New Market & Kitchen From Chef David KnellerAlot of emotions hit me when I think about another chef opening a restaurant on the same street where I opened a restaurant many years ago - especially a chef as talented as Chef David Kneller.Years ago, I owned a(MUSE.) on Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth Beach. That street in Rehoboth feels like home to me - cooks stepping outside after service late at night, the sound of dishes clanging in the kitchen, guests dressed up for dinner walking from restaurant to restaurant and the smell of the ocean drifting through the alleyways. Now another chef is adding his story to that street.Chef David Kneller recently opened 59 Market inside the former Mark Showell Interiors building next to Aqua Grill, transforming the longtime space into a beautiful market and soon-to-open restaurant.When I stepped inside recently to sit down with him, I noticed how much care had gone into every detail. The room feels warm and intentional, with curated shelves, beautiful lighting, in-house-baked pastries and breads, and cooks moving with purpose.David and I first met years ago when he staged at a(MUSE.). He reminded me a lot of myself at that age - hungry, thirsty for knowledge and full of passion. The kind of young cook who wants to soak up everything happening around them: every technique, ingredient and movement in the kitchen.During our conversation, he told me he started cooking at just 12 years old at a pizza shop in Denton, Maryland. One night, everyone called off, and he watched the chef work the kitchen alone. He just knew. He was amazed by the chef's speed, the guests' happiness with the food and the beauty of the plates coming out of the kitchen.That stage at a(MUSE.) eventually propelled him toward more ambitious kitchens, leading him to Grace in Chicago, the Michelin-starred restaurant under acclaimed Chef Curtis Duffy.Each day at 59 Market, the team sits down together for a family meal. We spoke about how his leadership style, which involves leading by example and working alongside his team in the kitchen, has taught him patience, precision, calm leadership and treating his staff like family.After years of helping lead kitchens and open restaurants for Bluepoint Hospitality, he realized it was finally time to create something of his own. When he saw the building on Baltimore Avenue - one he had admired for quite some time - he knew it was the perfect place to bring his vision to life.The market offers curated specialty ingredients, ready-to-eat meals, pastries, breads, sandwiches and products guests may not find elsewhere locally. One of the biggest standouts is the brown butter chocolate-chunk cookie - a recipe that went through 34 versions before they landed on the final product.We also discussed the Cusio meatballs, inspired by his late friend and sous chef. David said he had never tasted meatballs quite like them before, and today they remain on the menu as a dish that lets you feel the love.As we talked more about his cooking style, David reflected on a short rib dish he experienced while working under Curtis Duffy that layered familiar ingredients with Southeast Asian flavors and techniques. That philosophy continues to define much of his cooking today.He loves creating dishes grounded in flavors and comforts people already know and love while introducing refined twists and influences from cuisines around the world. We also spoke honestly about the challenges of opening a restaurant in Rehoboth Beach and the patience required to do it right.As our conversation wound down, we spoke about what success means to him now. He explained that while restaurants are still businesses, true success comes from being able to cook food they're passionate about while making the community happy.And standing there on Baltimore Avenue again, watching another chef chase his dream on the same street where I once chased mine, felt strangely full circle. MILTON RIVERVIEW DINING & BAR | 105 UNION ST | 302.684.8889LEWES WATERFRONT DINING & BAR | 213 ANGLER’S RD | 302.645.6888THURSDAY 9PM KARAOKEFRIDAY 8:30PM TNT TRIVIAPATIO 6-9PM 5/29 SALTY SOLES6/5 CAPTAIN BLUE'S GRASS BANDSATURDAY PATIO 6-9PM5/30 JEFF EVANS6/6 TERRY & TILLYWEDNESDAY 6/3 7:30-10PM: JAKE & ELWOODTHURSDAY5/28 8-11PM: ELECTRIC SMOKE6/4 8-11PM: 33 AND 1/3FRIDAY 5/29 & 6/5 9PM-12:30AM: DJ LARRY LOVESATURDAY5/30 8-11:30PM: EARTH JAM6/6 8-11:30PM: ELECTRIC SMOKESUNDAY5/31 4-7PM CARMEN AND KASHBOTH LOCATIONS OPEN 11 AM DAILY • HAPPY HOUR 3 - 7 PM • IRISHEYESPUB.COMVote for Brooke!WEDNESDAY Listen to Music in the Park @7PM from our back patio!FINAL ROUND!59 Market recently opened on Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth Beach.Chef David Kneller, founder and chef behind 59 Market.HARI CAMERON PHOTOSFind the full article at TheCapeCurrent.com

MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 11Zeke has been working in and around beer for the last decade. As a Certified Cicerone® (think Sommelier but for beer), he has covered all things craft from coast to coast, from sunny San Diego to the laid back Lower Slower. Zeke is the owner of Otter Craft Consulting, where he specializes in supporting craft breweries in their branding and marketing efforts.ZEKE OTTEMILLER+ Certified CiceroneBREWSWORTHYWhat’s Brewing in LewesLewes Brewing Company is heading into its second full summer season after first opening its doors in the fall of 2024, and the excitement surrounding the brewery continues to grow.Following a successful debut year, the team is gearing up for an even bigger and busier season as visitors and locals alike return to the Delaware beaches.Conveniently located right along the Georgetown-Lewes Trail, the brewery offers the perfect stop whether you’re on a bike ride, enjoying a walk into downtown Lewes, or simply looking for a place to unwind after a day at the beach.As America’s 250th birthday celebration approaches, Lewes Brewing Company is joining in on the festivities with plenty of red, white and brews. To honor the upcoming semiquincentennial, the brewery introduced Lewes 250, an easy-drinking American lager brewed with American-grown Hallertau hops. Crisp and refreshing with a light floral aroma, it’s the kind of beer made for warm summer afternoons.Lewes 250 is currently available on draft and in cans at the brewery and select retailers throughout Sussex County.In addition to Lewes 250, there’s a little something for everyone on the menu. Lagers, red ales, Irish stouts, West Coast IPAs and more can be found, but here are a few of my must-tries.Sun N Sand, their Helles lager, is the ultimate post-ride or post-walk beverage after a day on the trail. Citra Bomb is a citrusy New England IPA weighing in at 6.4% ABV that’s also worth adding to your list.Guests looking for something beyond beer can also enjoy housemade hard seltzers and a selection of local wines.The experience goes beyond drinks, too. Lewes Brewing Company features daily local food trucks, including favorites like Lola’s Caribbean, The 2026 Keep The Pint glass celebrates America’s 250th birthday with a patriotic design by Delaware artist Lauren Lee.A COASTAL GOLF COMMUNITYBAYWOODGREENS.COM | CALL (888) 844-2254 FOR TEE TIMESDIRECTIONS: From Route 1 in Lewes or Rehoboth Beach take Route 24 West for approximately 8 miles. The entrance to Baywood Greens will be on your left.DEVELOPED BY TUNNELL COMPANIES, L.P.breathtaking. beautiful. brilliant.BAYWOOD GREENS.Described as one of America’s truly great golf courses, Baywood Greens is a public 18-hole championship course. Manicured greens, flawless fairways, man-made ponds, timber bridges, tunnels and over 200,000 flowers, plants, shrubs and trees don’t begin to describe its beauty.Known as the “Augusta of the North,” Baywood Greens is by far the most visually spectacular golf course in Delaware and is consistently ranked #1 by Golf Digest’s Best in State.Lewes Brewing Company heads into another busy summer season.Rodney Jones Friday, May 29, from 6 to 9 p.m., along with a special Kricket Comedy event Saturday, June 6, at 9 p.m.Visitors are encouraged to check the brewery’s website and social media pages for updated event schedules, food truck lineups and new beer releases.Whether you’re hopping off the trail for a quick pit stop or spending the evening there, Lewes Brewing Company is sure to be a go-to spot for the summer and beyond. Cocoterra, La Pinkeria and Cruising Crab, giving guests plenty of options to pair with their pints.Weekly live music and entertainment add to the atmosphere throughout the season. Upcoming events include live music from LEWES 250Easy-drinking American lager brewed with American-grown Hallertau hops.ZEKE OTTEMILLER

12 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026SMALL WONDER, BIG BITESRestaurant Row - Rehoboth StyleBaltimore Avenue Has Become a Dining DestinationFrom French fare to chicken salad, you can satisfy most cravings on Baltimore Avenue in downtown Rehoboth Beach. Within a few blocks, you’ll find juicy steaks, pizza, escargot and oysters on the half shell. Here are some examples.THE MARKET AT 59Located in the former Mark Showell Interiors space, the new concept includes both a market and a restaurant. (See below.) The market offers pantry items, baked goods, prepared foods, desserts and other grab-and-go items. Don’t see what you want? Ask, says co-owner David Kneller.59 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 390-0162; themarket59.comFIFTY NINEOnce the chairs arrive, it could be hard to get a seat in this intimate restaurant. For one, it accommodates fewer than 40 people, so landing a reservation will be a coup. For another, Kneller has an impressive résumé, including stints in several Eastern Shore restaurants.59 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 390-0162; fiftyninerehoboth.comPAZZO ITALIANO MARKET & KITCHENPazzo replaced Frank & Louie’s, but the Bascio brothers are still involved. The refreshed walk-in market is a partnership with Second Block Hospitality, and it still carries sandwiches, meatballs, butter cakes, cookies and other fan favorites.58 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 227-5777; eatpazzo.comTHE PINES COASTAL TAVERNDownstairs, the dining room serves seafood and American dishes with a twist. Upstairs is the Treehouse Lounge & Cocktail Bar, which features live entertainment.56 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 567-2726; thepinesrb.comAQUA BAR & GRILLOne of Rehoboth Beach’s most recognizable outdoor drinking spots, Aqua’s patio fronts the avenue for a see-and-be-seen ambiance.57 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 226-9001; aquarehoboth.comSOMEWHERESomewhere has a colorful Caribbean vibe that will put even locals into vacation mode. Expect innovative cocktails, shareable dishes and a mix-and-match taco section. Brunch is a specialty.52 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 858-6280; somewhereatthebeach.comTHEO’S STEAKS, SIDES & SPIRITSThis is the second Theo’s; the first is in St. Michaels, Maryland. The restaurant offers chateaubriand, steak Diane and steak Oscar, as well as individual cuts. However, the Thanksgiving Dinner, available all year, is undoubtedly the most eclectic item on a steakhouse menu.44 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 227-7107; theossteakhouse.comDRIFT SEAFOOD & RAW BARThis tiny restaurant in one of Rehoboth Beach’s oldest buildings embraces indoor-outdoor dining. There are bar seats on the sidewalk and a covered patio out back. The menu leans into oysters and other seaworthy dishes, but the presentation is upscale.42.5 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 567-2744; driftrb.comLORI’S CAFEA casual daytime counterpoint to the avenue’s dinner-and-drinks scene, the café is renowned for its chicken salad sandwich. Joe and Jill Biden are fans.39 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 226-3066BLUE MOONThis Rehoboth landmark has anchored Baltimore Avenue since 1981. The restaurant is known for polished dining in a 1907 Sears Craftsman house and live entertainment.35 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 227-6515; bluemoonrehoboth.comFLORA & FAUNAThis newcomer is a chef-driven market with artisan cheeses, baguette sandwiches, salads, to-go dinners and fresh bread.33 Baltimore Ave., Suite A, Rehoboth Beach; 640-5678; florafaunacheese.comAVA’S PIZZERIA & WINE BARTheo’s sibling is an Italian restaurant in what many remember as Jake’s Seafood. It’s a family-friendly stop with pizza, pasta, small plates, wine and cocktails.29 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach; 212-5458; avaspizzeria.comPam George is an awardwinning writer specializing in the hospitality industry. She received the 2023 Industry Impact Award from the Delaware Restaurant Association and has received top honors from the National Federation of Press Women. She has written five books, including \"Shipwrecks of the Delaware Coast\" and \"Two Men with a Dream: The Story of Beebe Healthcare.\" She lives in Lewes and Wilmington. 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MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 13For more information, contact the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center at 302-227-2233 or scan the QR Code to visit Beach-Fun.comPortion of proceeds to benefit the Military & First Responders including the City of Rehoboth Beach & Town of Dewey Beach Police Departments, Rehoboth Beach Fire Company, the Home of the Brave and Tunnel to TowersJune 7-12, 2026 Sunday thru Friday ( (The Rehoboth Beach - Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center in partnership with the Cape Gazette presentsRestaurant Week Supports the Red, White, & Blue on the Culinary Coast™Offers include either discounts or prix-fixe menus at restaurants in Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Lewes and Coastal Delaware. Scan the QR Code to visit Beach-Fun.com for a list of participating restaurants!

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MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 15CARPET • HARDWOODLVP • SEAGRASS • VINYL TILE • CUSTOM BINDING20663 Coastal Hwy, Rehoboth Beach(302) 227-3771Map prints available on Jessiehusband.com®OPEN DAILY9am-3pmPaying in Cash? Save 4% on your entire order!! 39 Baltimore Ave. Rehoboth Beach 302-226-3066 lorisoyveycafe.comCELEBRATING 30 SEASONS!316 Rehoboth Ave Rehoboth Beach, DElAware(302)226-3600 | dogfish.com©2025 DOGFISH HEAD CRAFT BREWERY | Dogfish.comEXPLORE GOODNESS. DRINK responsibly.DOGFISH HEAD®’s SEAFOOD& COCKTAIL SPOTThe “very finest” at below online prices!Visit us26 Wilmington Ave. 302.226.9507featuring237 Rehoboth Avenue302.227.2520PENNY LANEWINE, SPIRITS & BEER 42 Rehoboth Avenue& Access From Wilmington Avenue Across From Mariachi25 Baltimore Ave.302-227-8331WoodenIndianLtd.comStop by the Visitors Center at 501 Rehoboth Avenue, DowntownRehoboth-Dewey Beach Chamber of CommerceBeach-Fun.com · 302-227-2233WELCOMEStop by to see theRUNNING TRAIN!320 Rehoboth Ave Rehoboth Beach, DElAware(302)226-BREW | dogfish.com©2025 DOGFISH HEAD CRAFT BREWERY | Dogfish.comEXPLORE GOODNESS. DRINK responsibly. Original food. Original beer. original spirits. original music.The Episcopal Parish of All Saints' Church & St. George's Chapel 18 Olive Ave • 302-227-7202www.allsaintsandstgeorges.org62A Rehoboth Ave 302-727-5609 | federalfritter.comOpen Daily 3-9pmMid-Atlantic Cuisine Craft Cocktails Fritters To Go™(302) 644-0400 www.jollytrolley.com301 Rehoboth Ave. • 302-227-8493 • culturedpearl.us Where East Meets West Since 1993Happy Hour & 1/2 Price Children’s Menu 4-6pm DailyMAP ILLUSTRATIONS BY JESSIE HUSBANDJessie Husband has been drawing maps for several years. Her process starts with researching an area’s history and gathering input from locals on what makes an area so special. The illustrations around the map grid focus on local history, landmarks and parks that define the feeling of a place. “I love Delaware beaches and have been coming down here since I was a kid.” Check out her art at jessiehusband.com.246 Rehoboth AvenueList with Lingo302-227-3883ADVERTISE WITH USC O M E ALONGF O R T H E RIDE!19563 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, DECoastal Key Lime PieHandmade in Delaware302-727-8868FIND THE CAPE CURRENT ALL SUMMER IN OUR SIGNATURE YELLOW COURTESY BOXES.Main: 302.227. 4800 Direct: 302.227.3818317 Rehoboth Ave,Rehoboth Beach DEDEBBIEREED.COMRealty Group Rehoboth BeachCARPET • HARDWOODLVP • SEAGRASS • VINYL TILE • CUSTOM BINDING20663 Coastal Hwy, Rehoboth Beach(302) 227-3771Map prints available on Jessiehusband.com®OPEN DAILY9am-3pmPaying in Cash? Save 4% on your entire order!! 39 Baltimore Ave. Rehoboth Beach 302-226-3066 lorisoyveycafe.comCELEBRATING 30 SEASONS!316 Rehoboth Ave Rehoboth Beach, DElAware(302)226-3600 | dogfish.com©2025 DOGFISH HEAD CRAFT BREWERY | Dogfish.comEXPLORE GOODNESS. DRINK responsibly.DOGFISH HEAD®’s SEAFOOD& COCKTAIL SPOTThe “very finest” at below online prices!Visit us26 Wilmington Ave. 302.226.9507featuring237 Rehoboth Avenue302.227.2520PENNY LANEWINE, SPIRITS & BEER 42 Rehoboth Avenue& Access From Wilmington Avenue Across From Mariachi25 Baltimore Ave.302-227-8331WoodenIndianLtd.comStop by the Visitors Center at 501 Rehoboth Avenue, DowntownRehoboth-Dewey Beach Chamber of CommerceBeach-Fun.com · 302-227-2233WELCOMEStop by to see theRUNNING TRAIN!320 Rehoboth Ave Rehoboth Beach, DElAware(302)226-BREW | dogfish.com©2025 DOGFISH HEAD CRAFT BREWERY | Dogfish.comEXPLORE GOODNESS. DRINK responsibly. Original food. Original beer. original spirits. original music.The Episcopal Parish of All Saints' Church & St. George's Chapel 18 Olive Ave • 302-227-7202www.allsaintsandstgeorges.org62A Rehoboth Ave 302-727-5609 | federalfritter.comOpen Daily 3-9pmMid-Atlantic Cuisine Craft Cocktails Fritters To Go™(302) 644-0400 www.jollytrolley.com301 Rehoboth Ave. • 302-227-8493 • culturedpearl.us Where East Meets West Since 1993Happy Hour & 1/2 Price Children’s Menu 4-6pm DailyMAP ILLUSTRATIONS BY JESSIE HUSBANDJessie Husband has been drawing maps for several years. Her process starts with researching an area’s history and gathering input from locals on what makes an area so special. The illustrations around the map grid focus on local history, landmarks and parks that define the feeling of a place. “I love Delaware beaches and have been coming down here since I was a kid.” Check out her art at jessiehusband.com.246 Rehoboth AvenueList with Lingo302-227-3883ADVERTISE WITH USC O M E ALONGF O R T H E RIDE!19563 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, DECoastal Key Lime PieHandmade in Delaware302-727-8868FIND THE CAPE CURRENT ALL SUMMER IN OUR SIGNATURE YELLOW COURTESY BOXES.Main: 302.227. 4800 Direct: 302.227.3818317 Rehoboth Ave,Rehoboth Beach DEDEBBIEREED.COMRealty Group Rehoboth Beach

16 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026Map prints available on Jessiehusband.com1240 Kings HighwayList with Lingo302-645-2207Serving Our Community Since 2005!We have collars, toys, treats, gifts and so much more for dogs, cats, and the humans who love them. 117 SECOND STREET HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LEWES | 302.645.9010“Pawsitively” Unique Pet Shop#1 in DE Home Sales and now #1 at Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices NationwideLEEANNGROUP.COM16 modern style rooms105 SAVannah Road LEWES, DElAware(302)644-8292 | dogfish.com©2025 DOGFISH HEAD CRAFT BREWERY | Dogfish.com EXPLORE GOODNESS. DRINK responsibly.AND dog friendlybike & beach chair rentalsKINGSHOMEMADEICECREAM.COMCelebrating 54 years!Lewes201 2nd St.302-645-9425Milton302 Union St.302-684-8900LIVEENTERTAINMENTBANQUET FACILITYOPEN YEAR ’ROUNDirisheyespub.com213 Anglers Rd., Lewes (302) 645-6888 105 Union St., Milton (302) 684-8889 Jigsaws, Brainteasers and Games for All Ages(302) 645-8013www.LewesPUZZLES.com 108 Front StreetOpen year roundParking on the CanalInternational Specialty Foods, Table-Top & Kitchen Wares(302) 645-1661www.LewesGourmet.com 110 Front Street302.645.8448KidsKetch.com 132 2nd St, LewesA Lewes Neighborhood Wine and Beverage ShopOver 60 years of continuous service to the communityWine Tasting Every SaturdayThe BEST CRAFT BEER STORE selling SERIOUS BEER in DelawareRated 100% by1504 Savannah Rd(302) 424-1890LiveLoveLocal.comReady to be a Local?Start your NEW LIFE today!Conversation Peace JewelersFive Points Weis Ctre, Lewes 302-313-4664Full Service Jeweler Jewelry Repairs Watch BatteriesADVERTISE WITH USC O M E ALONGF O R T H E RIDE!

MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 17Map prints available on Jessiehusband.com302.260.9379KidsKetch.com 113 Union St D&E, MiltonTOYS & GAMES110 UNION ST | 684-3038 | MILTONTHEATRE.COMAwaken - YES TributeThu, May 28, 2026 8:00 PMMovie Musicals: Musical Theatre Ensemble Spring Showcase 2026Fri, May 29, 2026 7:00 PMGilligan Yacht RockSat, May 30, 2026 7:30 PMKaren Hester as Dolly PartonSun, May 31, 2026 2:00 & 7:00 PMBest Shot - Tribute To Pat Benatar & Women Who RockWed, Jun 3, 2026 7:30 PM22222 Saw Mill RoadMilton, Delaware302.684.1808Free Parking & Dog friendly6 Cannery Village CenterMilton, DElAware©2025 DOGFISH HEAD CRAFT BREWERY | Dogfish.comEXPLORE GOODNESS. DRINK responsibly.Tasting room, distillery, outdoor seating, and beer-centric food!LIVEENTERTAINMENTBANQUET FACILITYOPEN YEAR ’ROUND105 Union St., Milton (302) 684-8889 213 Anglers Rd., Lewes (302) 645-688816394 Samuel Paynter’s Blvd, Milton irisheyespub.comMon-Thur 8-8 ✻ Fri-Sun 7-8 ✻ Tues - closedServing Breakfast All Day Long! Now Serving Alcohol(302) 291-2857 KINGSHOMEMADEICECREAM.COMCelebrating 54 years!Lewes201 2nd St.302-645-9425Milton302 Union St.302-684-8900ADVERTISE WITH US

18 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026Summer at the Delaware beaches looks a little different depending on who you ask. Some people are perfectly happy spending six straight hours in a beach chair with a book and a cooler nearby. Others are already halfway through a bike ride before most people have finished breakfast. Some plan their day around oysters and happy hour reservations, while others are chasing live music, keeping kids entertained or making sure the dog gets included in every stop.The good news? There isn't a wrong way to do summer here. THE KEEP IT MOVIN' CROWD For those that don't vacation to relax.MORNINGStart with a run along the Rehoboth Boardwalk while the town is still waking up. AFTERNOONKeep moving and head to Dewey Beach Watersports for jet skis, paddleboards or kayak rentals.Insider Tip: The bay side is usually calmer for beginners trying paddleboards or kayaks.EVENINGHead to Dave Marshall Tennis & Pickleball Center in Lewes for a few matches before rewarding yourself with burgers and beers at Big Oyster Brewery (ping-pong in the backyard count as cardio). THE PARTY-HARDY CREW The beach is the destination. The friend group is the reason.MORNINGNobody in this category is setting an alarm. Ease into the day with brunch at The Starboard where Bloody Marys and orange crushes are practically part of the menu.AFTERNOONClaim a stretch of sand in Dewey and spend the day rotating between swimming, beach games and group photos you'll forget to post. Day-drinking comes with no judgement here.Insider Tip: Pick a meeting spot before everyone scatters. A beach umbrella is not a landmark.NIGHTNow things actually start. Catch live music at Bottle & Cork, grab drinks at Rusty Rudder or North Beach, and end up at Nalu Surf Bar where the crowd somehow always seems ready for one more round.Late-night food can only mean one thing: Woody’s crab cakes and fries.Insider Tip: For groups wanting to venture out, without designating a driver, hop on the Jolly Trolley – a seasonal Rehoboth-Dewey shuttle runs all summer long. THE BEACH BUM Maximum relaxation. Minimum movement.MORNINGSkip the crowded municipal sands and start your day somewhere quieter. Head toward Gordon’s Pond or Herring Point at Cape Henlopen State Park, where the vibe is slower and the soundtrack is mostly waves FINDYOUR SUMMERTHE STARBOARD

MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 19and seabirds instead of tourists vying for a spot in the sand. Grab coffee and breakfast from The Station on Kings or pick up pastries and coffee from Old World Breads on your way. Before heading to the beach, stop at Lloyd's Market or Touch of Italy and build your beach-day cooler situation: sandwiches, drinks, snacks and all the things you'll inevitably wish you had later.Insider Tip: Locals know the earlier you arrive, the longer your beach day feels. By 9 a.m. you can already feel like you've stolen a few extra hours of summer. And by 10 a.m., the lines to enter the park can get long, especially on busy Saturdays, the park will occasionally shut people out when it gets too full. Don't be that person. AFTERNOONStay put. That's the entire philosophy here. Read a book. Walk the shoreline. Pretend you'll only stay another 20 minutes and then somehow remain there for three more hours. Since you packed ahead of time, lunch becomes sandwiches on the beach instead of abandoning your setup and fighting summer traffic. If you need a break from the sand, drive less than a minute down the road to the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminal where Grain on the Rocks offers tons of outdoor waterfront seating and pretty views. EVENINGFinish the day by leisurely strolling downtown Lewes and the Canal. Grab ice cream from King's and sit in Canalfront Park watching boats drift through the harbor before heading home. THE OUTDOOR EXPLORER Trails, bikes and spending an entire day under the sun, without stepping foot in the sand.MORNINGStart the day outdoors from the beginning. Grab coffee to-go from Gaia Coffee Co. or fuel up with an açaí bowl from Bountiful Bowls, then take your breakfast somewhere with fresh air and sunshine before the day really gets moving.Insider Tip: This is one of those days where flip-flops will betray you. Wear sneakers now and thank yourself later.LATE MORNING & AFTERNOONHead over to Seagreen Bicycle, conveniently located right along the Junction & Breakwater Trail in Lewes, and rent bikes before heading toward Rehoboth. The roughly six-mile ride into Rehoboth is flat, scenic and beginner-friendly, winding through marshes and wooded stretches before delivering you right into beach-town energy.Once you roll into Rehoboth, don't immediately turn around. Spend some time exploring on two wheels. Cruise the boardwalk, weave through side streets lined with beach cottages and stop wherever the day takes you. Grab a cold drink, split an order of fries, duck into a shop or just park the bikes and people-watch for a while.Insider Tip: The best part of biking here is skipping the summer parking headaches everyone else is dealing with. But be sure to leave yourself enough time to pedal back.EVENINGFinish the day at Crooked Hammock Brewery where lawn games, hammocks, picnic tables and backyard-style energy make it feel like you're hanging out at someone's house. Grab dinner and a cold beer, challenge someone to cornhole and settle into one of the hammocks as the sun starts dropping. THE FAMILY FUN SQUAD Keeping kids happy and everyone entertained.MORNINGStart with Funland on the Rehoboth Boardwalk where kids can jump from kiddie rides to the Sea Dragon while parents pretend they’re only there for the children.AFTERNOONCool off at Jungle Jim’s River Safari Water Park or head over to Midway Speedway for go-karts and mini golf.Insider Tip: Trips to theme parks become a much less expensive outing if you start later in the day, hit up off-peak pricing deals like Jungle Jim's Twilight pass.EVENINGSlow things down with a boardwalk walk, arcade games and a stop at The Ice Cream Store or Kohr Bros before heading home. Plus, a stop into Candy Kitchen is pretty much a kid's rite of passage in this beach town.Insider Tip: Avoid the impatient rants from the backseat while you circle endlessly trying to find parking by boarding the DART bus which loops between the Boardwalk, Rehoboth Park & Ride, and Lewes Transit Center every few minutes (bonus points for not having to pay the meters!)FINDYOUR SUMMERGCFL PRODUCTIONScontinued ▶▶▶

20 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026 THE FOOD HUNTER Vacation is just an excuse to eat all day.MORNINGStart with brunch at Egg in Rehoboth or Dewey Post in Dewey (both get crowded but offer outdoor dining).AFTERNOONBuild your day around snacks and happy hour. Grab oysters at Henlopen City Oyster House, a beer at Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats or small plates at Salt Air.Insider Tip: If there’s a wait list somewhere, put your name in and wander around. EVENINGGo all in at places like Drift, The Pines or Heirloom. Order dessert even if everyone says they're too full. Insider Tip: Make a reservation ahead of time.NIGHTWrap up with rooftop sushi and cocktails at The Cultured Pearl before the sun goes down. THE ARTS & CULTURE WANDERER Live music, galleries, markets and cool local finds.MORNINGTake a trip to The Brush Factory on Kings in Lewes to browse local art, studios and creative vendors. Head over to Lewes Historical Society and the Cannonball House for a peek back in time.AFTERNOONHead to Rehoboth Art League campus. Wander Gallery 50 or browse shops and creative spaces downtown like Heidi Lowe's jewelry studio.EVENINGCatch a show at Clear Space Theatre or bring a chair and a drink to the Rehoboth or Bethany bandstand for live summer music. If you're lucky enough to be visiting on a Monday or Friday, finish the day at West Side Creative Market where local artists, makers, vintage vendors and food options create an open-air atmosphere that feels more like wandering through a neighborhood gathering than a traditional market. Alternately, catch a show at Clear Space Theatre or bring a chair and a drink to the Rehoboth or Bethany bandstand for live summer music. THE DOG PARENT The dog is coming, obviously.MORNINGStart with a beach walk at Herring Point or Delaware Seashore State Park while temperatures are still cool and crowds are light.Insider Tip: Each town has their own rules for different times of the year. During summer, there are typically more restrictions so be sure to check before heading out! AFTERNOONGrab lunch with your pup at dogfriendly patios like Woody’s, Somewhere, Big Chill Surf Cantina or Nalu Surf Bar.EVENINGWrap up with a canal walk in Lewes or stop at Salty Paws, in Rehoboth, for a homemade, frozen pup-cup before heading home with sandy paws and an entire camera roll dedicated to your dog.

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22 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026CHECK OUT THECAPECURRENT.COMFOR AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT THE HOTTEST SUMMER FESTIVALS.There’s never a shortage of things to do this season in the Cape Region. Find farmers markets, exciting events & festivals listed here. Songwriter ShowcaseMAY 29-31, BETHANY BEACHEnjoy three nights of original music performed by nationally recognized local songwriters on the Bethany Bandstand. Each evening features different artists sharing their compositions in an intimate oceanfront setting.townofbethanybeach.comWest Side Creative MarketMAY 29-SEPT 4, REHOBOTH BEACHThis open‑air arts experience at 19826 Central Street runs Mondays and Fridays from 5to 9 p.m. beginning May 29. Browse rotating local artist booths, enjoy live music and food trucks, and sip drinks at the Creative Market bar.developingarts.orgLewes in Bloom Garden & Flea Market SaleMAY 30, LEWESFrom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., shop annuals, perennials, herbs, pollinator plants and gently used garden accessories at the Lewes in Bloom warehouse on Schley Avenue. Proceeds support Lewes beautification projects.lewesinbloom.orgRally for Our First RespondersMAY 30, HUDSON FIELDS, MILTONThank first responders at this family festival with live music, kids’ activities, food trucks, a car show and first responder demonstrations. The event runs 12 to 5 p.m. (rain date May 31) with gates opening at 11:30 a.m., and proceeds benefit local firefighter and EMS charities.greaterlewesfoundation.orgSouthern Delaware Wine, Food & Music FestivalMAY 30, REHOBOTH BEACHNoon to 4 p.m. at the Cambria Hotel. Features signature tastes from top coastal restaurants, unlimited wine, craft beer and cocktails, live music, a silent auction and wine wall pull, and a chef throw-down competition - chopped style.sodelfest.comHISTORIC LEWESFARMERS MARKET(Saturday Market)OPEN – Sept. 26Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noonGeorge H.P. Smith Park, LewesHISTORIC LEWESFARMERS MARKET(Wednesday Market)OPEN June 3 – Sept. 2Wednesdays, 8 to 11:30 a.m.Crooked Hammock Brewery, LewesREHOBOTH BEACHFARMERS MARKETOPEN – October 27Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Grove Park, Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth BeachBETHANY BEACHFARMERS MARKETOPEN May 31 – Sept. 6Sundays, 8 a.m. to noonPNC Bank parking lot, Garfield Parkway & Pennsylvania Ave., Bethany BeachSEA COLONYFARMERS MARKETOPEN – Sept. 2Wednesdays, 8 a.m. to noonMarketplace at Sea Colony, 33546 Market Place, Bethany BeachFENWICK ISLANDFARMERS MARKETOPEN June 5 – Sept. 4Fridays, 8 a.m. to noonThe Station, Fenwick IslandMILTON FARMERS &ARTISAN MARKETOPEN – Sept. 4Fridays, 3:30 to 6 p.m.Grace Church, 514 Union St., MiltonNASSAU VALLEY VINEYARDSFARMERS MARKETOPEN – October 25Sundays, noon to 3 p.m.32165 Winery Way, LewesFESTIVALSFARMERS MARKETSDO THIS MORE FESTIVALS ▶▶Scan for even more spring and summer events, updates and festival listings all season long.320 REHOBOTH AVE, REHOBOTH BEACH, DE 316 REHOBOTH AVE, REHOBOTH BEACH, DEDOGFISH.COM • EXPLORE GOODNESS. DRINK RESPONSIBLY. • ©2025 DOGFISH HEAD CRAFT BREWERY DOGFISH.COM • EXPLORE GOODNESS. DRINK RESPONSIBLY. • ©2025 DOGFISH HEAD CRAFT BREWERYSUNDAYwing day$1 WINGS ALL DAYMONDAYDOUBLE POINTS DAY FOR OFF-CENTERED SOCIETY MEMBERS+ 1/2 priced appetizersTUESDAywoodfire specials $12 BURGERS & PIZZAWEDNESDAY$2 off EXCLUSIVE R&D beers EVERY WEEKlive band KARAOKEEVERY OTHER WEEKTHURSDAYwoodfire specials $12 BURGERS & PIZZA

MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 23THE CURRENT PURSUITS eining involves using a special net to collect fish, crabs and other aquatic life. A seine net is weighted and has a pole on each side. Two people walk through the water, dragging the net. Then, they haul the net in to see what they’ve caught, returning anything they don’t plan to use for food or bait.The best places to seine are in shallow, calm bays where there is no swimming. Dress to get wet and wear secure shoes (not flip-flops). Look for incoming tides (two hours before high tide is the best time). Several local parks offer seining programs (naturalists supply the equipment and identify the aquatic life you capture), or you can buy a small seine net at a bait and tackle store and try it yourself.* During lower tides, children can use hand nets in tidepools for a fun, DIY version of seining. It’s Seining Men(haden)!THE CURRENT PURSUITCAPE HENLOPEN STATE PARKThe Nature Center at Cape Henlopen State Park offers seining programs twice weekly during the summer for children ages 5 and older with a paying adult. You will get an up-close view of aquatic life and learn how the bay functions as a nursery.DELAWARE SEASHORE STATE PARKSeining programs here offer a chance to pull a 30-foot net through the shallow waters of Rehoboth Bay in order to learn about the diversity of creatures that call the bay home.DUPONT NATURE CENTERLocated where the Mispillion River and Cedar Creek meet and flow out into the Delaware Bay, the DuPont Nature Center is a science-based educational and interpretive facility with interactive exhibits. They offer seining programs in the Delaware Bay during the summer.BY NANCY SAKADUSKI*Use of a seine net requires a Delaware fishing license for residents and nonresidents aged 16-64.NANCY SAKADUSKI + Local GuideNancy is an award-winning writer and editor who has authored 24 published books. She currently writes for Letters from CAMP Rehoboth and The Cape Current.

24 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026The Current Playbook PlayWildlife BINGOKeep your eyes open on coastal Delaware trails and see how many local residents you can spot along the way.BALD EAGLEAmerica's national bird and one of coastal Delaware's biggest wildlife success stories.OSPREYNicknamed the \"fish hawk,\" these birds dive feetfirst into the water for meals.GREAT BLUE HERONTall, patient hunters often spotted standing motionless near marshes and ponds.MONARCH BUTTERFLYA tiny traveler that migrates thousands of miles every year.WHITETAILED DEERMost active around sunrise and sunset - and often spotted grazing near trails.PIPING PLOVERSmall shorebirds known for quick little sprints along beaches and shorelines.DIAMONDBACK TERRAPINA marsh turtle that lives where freshwater and saltwater meet.HORSESHOE CRABOlder than dinosaurs, these living fossils have been around for more than 400 million years.

MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 25Don’t miss out. Follow us on for more surf, sand, bands, bars, and everything in between. GET SOCIAL.@TheCapeCurrentPlayANSWERS ON PAGE 27The tans will fade but the memories will last forever.\" -UNKNOWNCLUES ACROSS 1. Droops 5. Subatomic particle 10. Not in danger 14. Nursemaid 15. Black band worn in mourning 16. Long song in opera 17. Edible seed of a Philippine tree 18. Chicago political family 19. Pursues pleasure from one place to another 20. Appetizer 22. Hill (Celtic) 23. Simple shoe 24. Songs to one you love 27. Secret activities 30. Upset 31. Popular hot drink 32. Body art (slang) 35. Fired 37. Blood relation 38. Identical 39. Porticos 40. Partner to cheese 41. Type of sword 42. Enough (archaic) 43. Surface layer of ground 44. Cotton fabric woven like satin 45. Choose for a post 46. Father 47. Tell on 48. Indian title of respect 49. Fonts 52. Fencing sword 55. Mock 56. Vaccine developer 60. Atmosphere surrounding a person or place 61. Marten with a short tail 63. Chinese temple 64. Invests in little enterprises 65. Popular cut of meat 66. Charity 67. Iron-containing compound 68. River in Northern Europe 69. One point east of southeast CLUES DOWN 1. Exhausts 2. Genus of fish related to gars 3. Impudent behavior 4. Adherents to Islam 5. They come after A 6. Spoke 7. Room to receive guests 8. About opera 9. End-blown flute 10. Heroic tales 11. Member of a Semitic people 12. Dog’s name 13. Opposite of west 21. Political divisions in ancient Greece 23. Ocean 25. Cool! 26. Young woman about to enter society 27. One from central Caucasus 28. Indian city 29. A way to serve ice cream 32. Emaciation 33. Escort aircraft carrier 34. Italian city 36. Mythical settler of Kansas 37. Unhappy 38. High schoolers’ test 40. Measured in pace 41. Satisfies 43. Gullible person 44. Enclosed space 46. Substance used to color something 47. Shirt type 49. Discover by investigation 50. __-Castell, makers of pens 51. Semitic Sun god 52. Grads wear one 53. French river 54. Part of a cap 57. Digestive fluid 58. Metrical foot 59. Body part 61. Very fast airplane 62. Supplement with difficultyCROSSWORD SUDOKUTo solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. HOROSCOPESARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20Grit and guts will get you what you deserve this week, Aries. You may have an opportunity to make a good deal of money, so give this plan careful consideration. Ask for advice if the need arises.TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21There has been change in your life and you may want to blame the stars. Things will move out of your comfort zone and you will have to sharpen your ability to adapt. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21Gemini, you may be questioning the relationships in your life at the time being, but don’t worry too much. If you hit a rough patch, things will clear up in a few days.CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 A shift in your perception will bring new components to your life that you have not anticipated. This week you’ll certainly have a few eyes-wide-open moments. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23There will be no hiding out this week, Leo. You will soon learn that things will come your way at a rapid pace. Do your best to keep up, mighty Lion, as it’s bound to be exciting. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22You might be willing to throw caution to the wind and get away on a moment’s notice. There are affordable ways to do this if you are willing to do your homework.LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23Even though some drama may be swirling in your universe, you find it tolerable because it’s coming at you in small portions. Just stay on the sidelines as much as possible.SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22If boredom has set in, it’s better to look to new experiences instead of doing something just for the thrill. See which classes you can take or find new places to explore.SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21Self-care and healing are what you should focus on right now. You may have been pushing your needs to the side lately and you need to make this a priority. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20You are not normally characterized as “impulsive,” Capricorn. But you may surprise everyone this week. An opportunity to travel or another adventure could drop in your lap.AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18Try to create some tranquil spaces at home. You can use a haven, especially when a lot of stuff is thrown at you outside your home.PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20Pisces, you may be on a mission this week to get things done. Don’t rush in your efforts to complete everything or you are bound to make mistakes that are not easily fixed.

26 THE CAPE CURRENT | MAY 28, 2026CURRENT CRUSHBeach Besties Making WavesDelaware Beach LocalI f you’re looking for the local scoop on what to do this summer, these two resident influencers (and besties) have built a brand highlighting all the fun, insider tips and hidden treasures the Delaware beaches have to offer. Lindsay Good, a real estate professional, and Dana Isley, a local photographer, have been friends for 10 years and have always shared the same love for Delaware beach life. “I grew up coming here since I was 12,” Dana smiles. “Something about the beach just does it for me.”After they both moved to the beach full time (every weekend warrior’s dream), the duo joined digital forces last summer to start Delaware Beach Local, a social media account focused on everything they love about beach life in Delaware. They set out each week with the goal of posting four reels/posts and a multitude of stories. “We want to highlight local businesses, cool CRUSH QUESTIONS: DANA ISLEY + LINDSAY GOOD Best friends Lindsay Good (left) and Dana Isley are the faces behind Delaware Beach Local.LANA MORELLI+ StorytellerLana is an award-winning writer, reporter and professor with nearly two decades of experience. She brings stories to life through journalism, blogging and freelance writing.people and all the hidden gems here,” Dana explains.You can find them on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, posting their personal favorites from Lewes to Fenwick, which has attracted millions of viewers. “It’s wild to think about how far we’ve come and how many people are tuning in,” Lindsay smiles. This July, they will celebrate Delaware Beach Local’s one-year anniversary. What started as a hobby is growing into a side hustle, as they’ve started getting interest in brand collaborations.But they want to stay true to their core beliefs: “Building a local community around the love of this area,” Lindsay says. “And we want to keep giving back to the places and people we love so much,” Dana adds. Check them out online at @delawarebeachlocal (and look for them around town this weekend) as they highlight their favorite places, restaurants, food and people. FAVE BEACH ACTIVITY:Dana: The bike paths and the live music.Lindsay: Walking my dog Kater on the beach.FAVE LOCAL FOOD:Dana: Shorebreak’s Surf and Turf - scallops and short rib.Lindsay: Stingray Sushi is really my go-to.

MAY 28, 2026 | THE CAPE CURRENT 27THE CURRENT CONDITIONS TIDES HISTORY SUNRISE & SUNSET SUMMARY BOATING & SURFINGSunrise Sunset Moonrise Moonset Average Sea Temperature 59°36th firecracker5K A RUN & WALK TO CELEBRATE AMERICA'S 250TH BIRTHDAY INDEPENDENCE DAY THEMED \"STARS, STRIPES & STRIDE\" COSTUME CONTEST POST-RACE HOT BREAKFAST FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!04JULYDowntown RehobothBeachA Seashore Striders Championship Series EventSTART AT7:30AMSIGN UPSOLUTIONS FROM PAGE 25

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