Spring & Summer Festivals 2024

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2 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS 20184 Phillips Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 SchellBrothers.com | 302.226.1994 ARBOR-LYN MODEL HOME: e Iris 19325 Loblolly Circle | Rehoboth Beach, DE CARDINAL GROVE MODEL HOME: e Monterey 19322 Safflower Way | Lewes, DE COASTAL CROSSING AT BAYSIDE MODEL HOME: e Hatteras 28654 Coastal Cove Way | Selbyville, DE THE ESTATES AT BRIDGEWATER MODEL HOME: e Stonefield 36553 Old Mill Bridge Road | Frankford, DE HAILEY’S GLEN MODEL HOME: e Southport 26018 Kielbasa Court | Lewes, DE LIGHTSHIP COVE MODEL HOME: e Hadley 19898 Lightship Cove Drive | Milton, DE MIRALON MODEL HOME: e Cassidy 29407 Cynthia Way | Milton, DE PENINSULA LAKES MODEL HOMES: e Whimbrel, e Bristol 30973 Fowlers Path | Millsboro, DE THE PENINSULA MODEL HOME: e Bluebell 23838 Quiet Waters Avenue | Millsboro, DE WALDEN MODEL HOME: e Mayberry 24033 Bunting Circle | Harbeson, DE WELCHES POND MODEL HOME: e Chesapeake 22107 Welches Way | Lewes, DE BE OUR Let us do the hosting! Explore our models and communities online or schedule an in-person walkthrough. We can’t wait to see you! ©2024 Schell Brothers LLC. All Rights Reserved. All information is subject to change without notice. Scan to learn more about our models and communities. ARBOR-LYN MODEL HOME: The Iris 19325 Loblolly Circle | Rehoboth Beach, DE CARDINAL GROVE MODEL HOME: The Monterey 19322 Safflower Way | Lewes, DE COASTAL CROSSING AT BAYSIDE MODEL HOME: The Hatteras 28654 Coastal Cove Way | Selbyville, DE THE ESTATES AT BRIDGEWATER MODEL HOME: The Stonefield 36553 Old Mill Bridge Road | Frankford, DE HAILEY’S GLEN MODEL HOME: The Southport 26018 Kielbasa Court | Lewes, DE LIGHTSHIP COVE MODEL HOME: The Hadley 19898 Lightship Cove Drive | Milton, DE MIRALON MODEL HOME: The Cassidy 29407 Cynthia Way | Milton, DE PENINSULA LAKES MODEL HOMES: The Whimbrel, The Bristol 30973 Fowlers Path | Millsboro, DE THE PENINSULA MODEL HOME: The Bluebell 23838 Quiet Waters Avenue | Millsboro, DE WALDEN MODEL HOME: The Mayberry 24033 Bunting Circle | Harbeson, DE WELCHES POND MODEL HOME: The Chesapeake 22107 Welches Way | Lewes, DE 20184 Phillips Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 SchellBrothers.com | 302.226.1994 Scan to learn more about our models and comunities. @2024 Schell Brothers LLC. All Rights Reserved. All information is subject to change without notice. 20184 Phillips Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 SchellBrothers.com | 302.226.1994 ARBOR-LYN MODEL HOME: e Iris 19325 Loblolly Circle | Rehoboth Beach, DE CARDINAL GROVE MODEL HOME: e Monterey 19322 Safflower Way | Lewes, DE COASTAL CROSSING AT BAYSIDE MODEL HOME: e Hatteras 28654 Coastal Cove Way | Selbyville, DE THE ESTATES AT BRIDGEWATER MODEL HOME: e Stonefield 36553 Old Mill Bridge Road | Frankford, DE HAILEY’S GLEN MODEL HOME: e Southport 26018 Kielbasa Court | Lewes, DE LIGHTSHIP COVE MODEL HOME: e Hadley 19898 Lightship Cove Drive | Milton, DE MIRALON MODEL HOME: e Cassidy 29407 Cynthia Way | Milton, DE PENINSULA LAKES MODEL HOMES: e Whimbrel, e Bristol 30973 Fowlers Path | Millsboro, DE THE PENINSULA MODEL HOME: e Bluebell 23838 Quiet Waters Avenue | Millsboro, DE WALDEN MODEL HOME: e Mayberry 24033 Bunting Circle | Harbeson, DE WELCHES POND MODEL HOME: e Chesapeake 22107 Welches Way | Lewes, DE BE OUR Let us do the hosting! Explore our models and communities online or schedule an in-person walkthrough. We can’t wait to see you! ©2024 Schell Brothers LLC. All Rights Reserved. All information is subject to change without notice. Scan to learn more about our models and communities. ARBOR-LYN MODEL HOME: The Iris 19325 Loblolly Circle | Rehoboth Beach, DE CARDINAL GROVE MODEL HOME: The Monterey 19322 Safflower Way | Lewes, DE COASTAL CROSSING AT BAYSIDE MODEL HOME: The Hatteras 28654 Coastal Cove Way | Selbyville, DE THE ESTATES AT BRIDGEWATER MODEL HOME: The Stonefield 36553 Old Mill Bridge Road | Frankford, DE HAILEY’S GLEN MODEL HOME: The Southport 26018 Kielbasa Court | Lewes, DE LIGHTSHIP COVE MODEL HOME: The Hadley 19898 Lightship Cove Drive | Milton, DE MIRALON MODEL HOME: The Cassidy 29407 Cynthia Way | Milton, DE PENINSULA LAKES MODEL HOMES: The Whimbrel, The Bristol 30973 Fowlers Path | Millsboro, DE THE PENINSULA MODEL HOME: The Bluebell 23838 Quiet Waters Avenue | Millsboro, DE WALDEN MODEL HOME: The Mayberry 24033 Bunting Circle | Harbeson, DE WELCHES POND MODEL HOME: The Chesapeake 22107 Welches Way | Lewes, DE 20184 Phillips Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 SchellBrothers.com | 302.226.1994 Scan to learn more about our models and comunities. @2024 Schell Brothers LLC. All Rights Reserved. All information is subject to change without notice.

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4 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS For more info, including subscriptions & advertising, visit CapeGazette.com PUBLISHER Chris Rausch PRODUCTION MANAGER Tara Marks DESIGN Abby Workman ADVERTISING Kathy McGinty, Lauren Zaniewski A SPECIAL PUBLICATION OF: 2024 COPY EDITOR Veronica Geyer PRODUCTION Mallery Galaska, Teresa Rodriguez, Kristin Sinnott, Elizabeth Tedley ON THE COVER: Stella Serman, 5, of Lewes takes a pony ride at the Inaugural Run & Fun fest. 120 Kings Highway, Lewes Toll Free: 877-465-3937 [email protected] May 3-5 Merchants’ Spring Sidewalk Sales May 4 British Motorcar Show June 15 Lewes Garden Tour July 4 Children’s Games, Boat Parade, Doo Dah Parade & Fireworks Stop in or call for a Visitor’s Guide or a Historic Lewes Map Visit Lewes A Historic Year-Round Destination NICK ROTH PHOTO

SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS | 5 2024 HISTORY BOOK FESTIVAL LEWES, DELAWARE SEPTEMBER 27, 28 & 29, 2024 THE LEE ANN WILKINSON GROUP BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES I PENFED REALTY AND DELAWARE HUMANITIES PRESENT HistoryBookFestival.org FIND YOUR PLACE IN HISTORY

6 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Ocean City Restaurant Week APRIL 14-28, OCEAN CITY, MD Participating restaurants will be offering special menus and delicious surprises. Reservations are highly recommended. INFO: oceancityrestaurantweek.com Bacon Fest APRIL 19-21 DEWEY BEACH, DE Bacon fans will enjoy samples from each restaurant participating in the friendly competition. A welcome event will be held April 19 where visitors can pick up their pass and map which will display their start time and location. Once April 20 is filled, Bacon Fest will continue onto April 21. COST: $70 INFO: idewey.com Delaware Defense Day APRIL 20, LEWES DE On May 8, 1945 the Allies declared victory in Europe in World War II. Fort Miles will celebrate the victory with its annual living history event from 9am to 4pm inside Battery 519 at the Fort Miles Museum at Cape Henlopen State Park. Delaware Defense Day will feature World War II reenactors, military vehicles, artillery demonstrations, barracks life simulations, museum tours, music and food. COST: $5 for museum admittance INFO: fortmilesha.org APRIL continued on page 8 I love this town. I love being here to help in a community where people are making a difference every day. Thank you for all you do. 2007005 State Farm, Bloomington, IL Jeanine O’Donnell LUTCF, Agent 16583 Coastal Hwy Lewes, DE 19958 Bus: 302-644-3276 www.lewesinsurance.com Thanks, Sussex County! Enjoy all these great events!

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8 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Spring Into Summer Small Business Expo APRIL 25-28, REHOBOTH BEACH, DE Join La Plaza Delaware for the Spring Into Summer Small Business Expo. Explore workshops, networking, and growth opportunities designed for small businesses. Cost: Ticket prices vary INFO: rehoboth.com CAMP Rehoboth Women’s Fest APRIL 25-28, REHOBOTH BEACH, DE The largest event in the Mid-Atlantic region specifically for women. Offering workshops, speakers, community service opportunities, art shows, an expo, auction, health screenings, dances, entertainment and sporting events including pickleball, golf, cornhole and the popular fundraising event, Broadwalk on the Boardwalk. COST: Ticket prices vary INFO: camprehoboth.com/womensfest Spring Delmarva Birding Weekend APRIL 25-28, DELMARVA PENINSULA Celebrate the warblers, shorebirds, waterfowl and raptors that visit and live on the peninsula. Itineraries combine boat trips, paddling treks, and expeditions on foot when migrating birds are arriving and passing through the peninsula for nesting season. INFO: delmarvabirding.com 35th Annual Ocean to Bay Bike Tour & Coastal Cruise APRIL 26-27 Join more than 2,500 cyclists of all levels in Bethany Beach for a cycling tour through Sussex County’s beaches, bays, and beyond. Event offers cyclists a 10- mile Coastal Cruise, 30-, 50-, metric century, and century ride on flat terrain. COST: Ticket prices vary INFO: oceantobaybiketour.com APRIL continued on page 10 SPECIALIZING IN SUSSEX COUNTY REAL ESTATE, DE · paultownsendteam.com ©2024 Paul Townsend Team All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Paul Townsend Team is not responsible for incorrect information obtained from outside sources. Every effort is made to verify accuracy, however Paul Townsend Team has no control over matters of Zoning, Surveys, Utilities or Taxes. Buyers will have to contact the necessary Public Authorities to determine actual costs and exact locations etc. Paul Townsend Team believes all information to be correct but assumes no legal responsibility for accuracy. Darlene Steele Townsend Realtor® 302-645-2207 (office) George Merrick Realtor® 302-462-7288 (cell) Paul Townsend Associate Broker® Realtor® 302-236-3212 (cell) Katie Green Realtor® 302-236-1661 (cell) 1240 Kings Hwy, Lewes, DE • jacklingo.com • 302-645-2207 (Office) Nate Bradshaw Realtor® 302-550-6296 (cell) The Beach Market is Heating Up! Time to List or Buy with the Paul Townsend Team!

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10 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Doodles in Dewey APRIL 26-28, DEWEY BEACH, DE An annual gathering of Doodle dogs in Dewey Beach, the event kicks off with a 5:30pm parade Friday, April 26 on the Rehoboth Boardwalk. The romp takes place from 10am to 2pm Saturday, April 27 at the McKinley Street location. Yoga on the Beach will be held at 10am Sunday, April 28 at the end of McKinley Street. Benefiting PAWS for People. COST: Suggested donation INFO: pawsforpeople.org/doodles Maryland International Kite Expo APRIL 26-28, OCEAN CITY, MD Three days of kite flying on the beaches. There will be exhibitions and demonstrations including stunt and power kite lessons, giant kite displays and more. COST: Free INFO: kiteloft.com APRIL continued on page 12 Doodles in Dewey CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO

SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS | 11 A COASTAL GOLF COMMUNITY NEW HOMES FROM THE MID $200’S | BAYWOODGREENS.COM 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. Home Sales | 32851 Greens Way, Long Neck, DE 19966 DEVELOPED BY TUNNELL COMPANIES, L.P. your permanent vacation begins now. You’ll feel it the moment you enter the community. The tree lined streets, lush landscaping and brick walkways. With it’s magnificent Clubhouse as it’s centerpiece, the feeling is traditional and memorable. Then there’s the world class Baywood Greens golf course that winds it way through the community, creating backyard vistas like nothing else around. And if that weren’t enough, there’s marinas with boat slips with access to Rehoboth Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, beaches, restaurants and shopping all just minutes away. H O M E S , L LC 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.

12 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition and Art Festival APRIL 26-28, OCEAN CITY, MD The 53rd annual event kicks off on Friday from 10am to 5pm with the Living Legends Award Presentation and Dinner from 5:30pm to 8pm. On Saturday, the event continues from 9am to 5pm, and on Sunday, it wraps up with events from 10am to Taste of St. Michael’s Tasting Crawl APRIL 27, ST. MICHAELS, MD. 11AM - 4PM This event, held rain or shine, allows participants to sample goods at St. Michaels’ award-winning restaurants. Each venue will have tasting selections featuring everything Chesapeake Bay related. COST: Purchase tastings direct from participating venues in town INFO: stmichaelsmd.org NASCAR at Dover Motor Speedway APRIL 27-28, DOVER, DE The NASCAR Xfinity Series A-GAME 200 Race is at 1:30pm on April 27 and the Wurth 400 NASCAR Cup Series is at 2pm on April 28. COST: Ticket prices vary INFO: doverspeedway.com APRIL 3pm. Competitors from all levels will vie for a portion of nearly $60,000 in prize money. The event takes place at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center. COST: $10 multi-day pass, $8 for seniors and students, free for children under the age of 12 with an adult, Living Legend Dinner tickets are $75 for members and $85 for non-members. INFO: wardfdn.org Bug and Bud Festival APRIL 27, MILFORD, DE Hosted by Downtown Milford Inc. from 9 am to 5 pm, the festival serves as a celebration of Arbor Day, highlighting the City of Milford’s designation as a Tree City USA and its significant role in the ladybug’s designation as the official state bug of Delaware COST: Free INFO: downtownmilford.org continued on page 14 DISCOVER FUN IN Milton Delaware! DINE • SHOP • PLAY • STAY From the Delaware Bay to our inland towns, Greater Milton has it all! Award Winning Festivals and Restaurants, Nature, Shopping, Antiques, Entertainment, Maritime History, Breweries, Winery, Meadery, and more! Make Milton Memories this summer! HistoricMilton.com MAY 25 Annual Horseshoe Crab and Shorebird Festival MILTON MEMORIAL PARK NATURE & CRAFT VENDORS • FOOD TRUCKS • ENTERTAINMENT JULY 4 Bring Mayberry Back to Milton MILTON MEMORIAL PARK FAMILY FUN • OLDFASHIONED GAMES • CRAFTS • ENTERTAINMENT Second Saturdays MAY 11 | JUNE 8 | JULY 13 | AUG 10 DOWNTOWN MILTON ON THE BROADKILL RIVER (SECOND SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH) SHOPPING • FOOD • BARGAINS • ART • SPECIALS • FUN! AUG 24 Bargains on the Broadkill & The Great Duck Race Annual Irish Eyes Kayak And Canoe Race MILTON MEMORIAL PARK VENDOR FAIR • ART & CRAFTS • FOOD TRUCKS

SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS | 13 THEY’RE HERE! (302) 566-4734 Mosquito Shield of Southern Delaware 116 Front St, Box 752, Lewes, DE moshield.com/southern-delaware

14 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Springfest in Ocean City MAY 2-5, OCEAN CITY, MD Thursday - Saturday: 10am to 8pm, Sunday: 10am to 6pm. Located at Ocean City Inlet Lot and the south end of Boardwalk, this event is a celebration of spring and the upcoming summer season featuring four days of free music and over 20 groups from across the globe showcasing many musical styles. Over 200 artists will be displaying their crafts. COST: Ticket prices vary INFO: ococean.com/events/springfest Annual Spring Sidewalk Sale MAY 3-5, REHOBOTH BEACH, DE From 10am to 8pm, merchants throughout the downtown Rehoboth and Dewey Beach areas offer tax-free shopping with special promotions, sales and more. INFO: beach-fun.com Dover Days MAY 3-5, DOVER, DE A celebration that kicks off with fireworks on Friday and a full festival and parade on Saturday. Activities include maypole dancing, tethered hot air balloon rides, a moon bounce village, craft and food vendors, music, colonial artisans’ village, and historic reenactments. COST: Free INFO: doverdaysfestival.com Lewes Merchants’ Spring Sidewalk Sale MAY 3-5, LEWES, DE Explore the many sidewalk sales in and around the Lewes Historic and Commercial District, where visitors can discover bargains from 10 am to 5 pm each day. Make sure to also check out the Annual British Motorcar Show at the Lewes Ferry Terminal! INFO: leweschamber.com continued on page 16 Ready to be a LOCAL? We make it easy. Thinking of Relocating? Think Delaware! • Sign-up For Our FREE Locals Now! Newsletter • Call (302) 424-1890 • Email [email protected] • Visit www.ActiveAdultsDelaware.com for a comprehensive review of local neighborhoods and informative blogs! Get Started Today Buying or Selling • New Construction or Quality Pre-owned Homes • We Have Answers! Active Adults Realty®| Office: (302) 424-1890 | 2 Locations: 1504 Savannah Road & 104 2nd St. Lewes, DE MAY Annual Spring Sidewalk Sale

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16 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Rehoboth Film Society’s Regional Film Showcase MAY 3-5, REHOBOTH BEACH, DE This three-day event provides opportunities for audiences to participate in discussions with local filmmakers after showings. This year’s Showcase also includes the “Your World Youth Environmental Film Festival” which features environmentally-themed films created by local middle and high school students. COST: Ticket prices vary INFO: RehobothFilm.com Berlin Jazz & Blues, Wine & Brews MAY 4, BERLIN, MD From 11am to 5pm sample local beer, wine, mead and spirits while enjoying two stages of live music. COST: Free INFO: berlinmainstreet.com/jazzblues-wine-brews/ continued on page 18 Free Comic Book Day MAY 4, MILTON, DE Celebrate this international event with local fans and artists from 11am to 5pm. at Ogre’s Grove, 129 Union Street. Everyone gets the first comic book free just for showing up. Additional comics are available by appearing in costume, making a purchase, and spinning the prize wheel. COST: Free INFO: ogresgrove.com Kentucky Derby Day MAY 4, MILTON, DE Join Southern Delaware Therapeutic Riding from 4:30pm to 7:30pm at its Harbeson Rd location. The event will include a Kentucky Derby watch party, an auction-parade of horses, a best hat and crazy pants contest, raffles, games, hors d’ oeuvres, and drinks. COST: $50 General Admission INFO: sdtrhr.com 201 2nd St, Lewes | (302) 645-9425 302 Union St, Milton | (302) 684-8900 @KingsHomemadeIceCream KingsHomemadeIceCream.com Serving Sweet Memories for over 50 Years! 50 Years! MAY Free Comic Book Day

SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS | 17 Fun Stuff . . . just add water! As of March 2024 For more Resort Area events, contact the Rehoboth Beach - Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center! Beach-Fun.com · 302-227-6446 Funded in part by Southern DE Tourism. Paper Shredding Event at WSFS Bank, Rehoboth May 10, 2024 41st Annual Spring Sidewalk Sale May 3-5, 2024 Restaurant Week supporting the Red, White & Blue June 2-7, 2024 Dewey Beach Monday Night Movies June 17, 24 · July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19, 2024 Dewey Beach Wednesday Night Bonfires June 19 , 26 · July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14, 21, 2024

18 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Lewes British Motorcar Show MAY 4, 11AM TO 3PM, LEWES, DE Held at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal and sponsored by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and British Car Club of Delaware, four judges will be awarding first, second, and third place plaques, as well as a Best in Show award in each of 11 vehicle classes. The event concludes with the winners’ circle parade from the ferry terminal to downtown Lewes. (Rain date will be May 5th.) COST: $5 per person; kids under 12 free. INFO: leweschamber.com Lewes in Bloom May Day Celebration MAY 4, LEWES, DE This is a friendly May Day Basket competition open to all businesses and residents with a Lewes address. Participants are to place May baskets or bouquets of fresh flowers only on their doors and porches for LIB committee judges to award 1st and 2nd prize ribbons on May 4th in both residential and business categories. Entries from children under 14 receive a ribbon. This is the first time that a $250 CASH GRAND PRIZE will be awarded to either a residential or business winner. The Grand Prize is being donated by Active Adults Realty. INFO: Registration open until May 1st at lewesinbloom.org/may/day continued on page 20 It’s that time to freshen up your home and your mindset. Evaluate what’s working and what’s not. If things aren’t going your way, it may be time for a change. Discover how simple adjustments can change everything. Spring Cleaning FOR YOUR LIFE! Debbie Balick Certified Holistic Life Coach 113 Union Street, Suite B-7, Milton (302) 643-9118 [email protected] The Holistic Coach LLC mind . body . spirit Discover The Healer Within See the Coach DEBBIEBALICKCOACH.COM 20% OFF FIRST VISIT (New Clients only) MAY Lewes British Motorcar Show RON MACARTHUR PHOTO

SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS | 19 16759 Coastal Highway, Lewes, DE | 302-645-1207 | 888-858-4255 WWW.LIGHTHOUSEOFLEWES.COM Please call 302-645-1207 for more information YOUR favorite LIGHTING PEOPLE

20 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Water Family Fest and Annual Native Plant Sale MAY 4, OCEAN VIEW, DE Located on the James Farm Ecological Preserve, the event features vendors, educational exhibits, nature talks, and native plant giveaways from 10am to 2pm. The event highlights efforts to improve Delaware’s wetlands and shorelines and promises to provide “feet-wet, hands-dirty fun.” COST: Free INFO: dnrec.alpha.delaware.gov Beachfest Volleyball Festival MAY 4 & 5, OCEAN CITY, MD Held at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, DE and the Crown Sports Center, 28410 Crown Rd, Fruitland, MD, the tournament originated in Ocean City with 40 teams and has exploded in popularity over the years growing to max capacity of 224 teams every year since 2018. INFO: webuildyouplay.com Illuminate Lewes Mind-Body-Spirit Arts Festival MAY 5, LEWES, DE A holistic health and wellness expo that takes place from 10am to 5pm at the University of Delaware Virden Retreat Center. Visitors will explore aisles filled with practitioners and vendors to sample a range of holistic services, indulge in mini-sessions of modern and ancient modalities to enhance well-being, connect with experienced and respected holistic practitioners, and find natural products and unique gifts. COST: Free INFO: illuminatefestivals.com continued on page 22 110 Shipcarpenter St. Lewes, DE Historiclewes.org/ events Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival 17th Annual Mid-Atlantic rain or shine Sat. & Sun. JUNE 1 - JUNE 2, 2024 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily 110 Shipcarpenter St. Lewes, DE Historiclewes.org/ events MAY

SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS | 21 EXCITING UPDATES: Stay tuned for new inventory arrivals weekly throughout the Spring season! Follow us on Facebook & join our email list for updates on classes & events this season. Discover everything you need for your gardening endeavors at Bella Terra Garden Center. From tools to plants, we have it all! 13482 Spicer Road, Ellendale, DE n BELLATERRADE.COM Jason “Jay” Millman | Garden Center General Manager n 302 422 9000 Hours: Mon-Sat: 8am-5pm n Sunday Hours: 9am-3pm EST 2003 Join our Garden Club & unlock additional savings! Inquire for more details. Find all of your GARDENING NEEDS Year Round! MEMBERS E X C L U S I V E BENEFITS FOR: Garden Club DELAWARE’S PREMIER LANDSCAPING & GARDEN CENTER

22 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Dewey Golden Jubilee MAY 10-11 AND SEPT 27-28, DEWEY BEACH, DE Celebrating Golden Retrievers and their owners, this festival features activities on Dewey’s dog-friendly beaches and promotes the Morris Foundation’s Golden Retriever LifeTime Study. Events include parading through Rehoboth Beach on Friday evening, a romp on the beach on Saturday, and a bonfire on the beach Saturday evening. COST: Free INFO: deweysgoldenjubilee.com ESA Northeast Regional Surfing Championships MAY 10-12, OCEAN CITY, MD Watch the best amateur surfers in the Eastern Surfing Association’s (ESA) Northeast Region that include competitors from Maryland through Maine and the Great Lakes. COST: Free for spectators INFO: surfesa.org/competition/ northeast Dewey Beach Arts and Fun Fest MAY 11, DEWEY BEACH The Dewey Business Partnership will host the Twelfth Annual Dewey Beach Arts and Fun Fest; an outdoor juried art and craft show held from 9am to 3:30pm on the bayside of Dickinson Street. COST: Public admission is Free INFO: deweybusinesspartnership.com Run & Fun Fest MAY 11, LEWES, DE Get ready for Cape Gazette’s 2nd Annual Run & Fun Fest from 9am-4pm: an action-packed day of community engagement and family fun for all to benefit Harry K Foundation. All are welcome to run, play, or just chill! It all kicks off with a Seashore Striders 5k through the Nassau Valley Vineyards & Lewes-Georgetown Trail and continues throughout the afternoon with an all-day festival. Attendees can grab a beer from a number of different local breweries and relax in our beer garden, shoot your shot in an all-ages basketball free-throw contest hosted by Factory Sports, register to play in a mixed-doubles pickleball tournament hosted by Dave Marshall Tennis & Pickleball Center, or grab a bite from a variety of food trucks and listen to live music. Younger attendees will enjoy an on-site petting zoo and pony rides, touch-a-truck, make-and-take kids crafts and much more family fun! COST: FREE; Registration fees to run or play vary, see website for details INFO: runandfunfest.com Strawberry Sip & Shop MAY 11, LEWES, DE Featuring homemade strawberry shortcake, fresh strawberries, strawberry wine and more than 40 vendors, this event will be held from 10am to 3pm at Lewes Fire Station 2, 32198 Janice Rd, Lewes. COST: Free INFO: Call 302-249-7763 Top Chef of the Culinary Coast MAY 15, IVY RESTAURANT, DEWEY BEACH, DE Join Meals On Wheels Lewes-Rehoboth and the top chefs of the area for a night of delicious food and creative cocktails from 6pm to 8:30pm at Ivy, 136 Dagsworthy Street, Dewey Beach, DE. COST: $80 General Admission INFO: mealsonwheels-lr.org continued on page 24 Buy with CONFIDENCE, Sell with SUCCESS! DIRECT: 302-645-1111 OFFICE: 302-645-2881 [email protected] 800 KINGS HWY, LEWES SellTheShore.com MAY Run & Fun Fest

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24 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Cruisin’ Ocean City MAY 16-19, OCEAN CITY, MD Cruise on down to Ocean City Maryland for the 33rd Annual Cruisin’ Ocean City. This event will feature over 3,000 hot rods, customs, classics and trucks along with entertainment, boardwalk parades, special guests, featured cars, live music, celebrities, a Pedal Car Show, a Neon Light Car Show,and lots more. COST: $15/Day for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, $10 for Sunday, $40 for fourday pass. Kids under 14 are free with a paid adult. $65 for car entrants. INFO: specialeventpro.com/ cruisin-ocean-city Berlin Spring Cruisers Classic Car Show MAY 18, BERLIN, MD Every year, the sounds of roaring classics can be heard as they cruise into downtown continued on page 26 117 Second Street Historic Downtown Lewes Providing for dogs, cats & the humans who love them “Pawsitively” Unique Pet Shop “Pawsitively” Unique Pet Shop We have collars, toys, treats, gifts & so much more for dogs, cats, & the humans who love them. 117 Second Street Historic Downtown Lewes 302.645.9010 Celebrating 20 Years! MAY

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26 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Berlin. With music in the streets, boutiques, antiques, a wine bar, a brewery, galleries and vintage stores to browse and lots of delicious artisan and locally crafted food at nine amazing restaurants, this is the place to stroll around while enjoying hundreds of 50s, 60s and 70s classic cars of all types. The event takes place from 10am. to 2pm in downtown Berlin. COST: $10 per car registration fee; INFO: https://berlinmainstreet.com Rehoboth Arts Festival MAY 18, REHOBOTH BEACH, DE The Rehoboth Art League and the City of Rehoboth Beach have partnered again to present the City’s arts festival from 10am to 5pm. It will be held rain or shine in picturesque Grove Park where artists will showcase and sell their work. COST: $5 for adults INFO: rehobothartleague.org continued on page 28 Soups ·· Salads ·· Wraps ·· Charcuterie ·· Sweets Healthy Eats at the Beach! Grab & Go | Online Ordering Events & Catering Open Year Round! lydiasbistro.com • 302.567.2971 • 33 Baltimore Ave Suite A, Rehoboth Beach • Catering Inquiries: [email protected] MAY Rehoboth Arts Fesitval CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO

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28 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Lewes Maritime Day Festival and Lightship Overfalls Opening Day MAY 18, LEWES DE Celebrate Lewes’ maritime heritage and National Maritime Day. At Canalfront park in Lewes from 10am to 2pm visitors can enjoy tours, vendors, boat rides, as well as demonstrations. COST: Free INFO: overfalls.org Bay Day MAY 19, OCEAN PINES, BERLIN, MD A family-friendly event at White Horse Park from 10 am to 2 pm offers environmental exhibits, live animals, hands-on activities, boat rides, live music, and food vendors, promising a day filled with fun and learning for all ages. COST: Free INFO: mdcoastalbays.org continued on page 30 DART Everywhere in Sussex County Beach Bus starts on May 20, providing service 7 days a week from 5:30 AM to 2:30 AM Download the DART Transit app for real-time bus information and DART Pass for mobile fare payment. DART Transit DART offers year-round weekday and some Saturday bus routes serving Lewes, Rehoboth, Georgetown, and more! DartFirstState.com / 1-800-652-DART MAY NICK ROTH PHOTO Lewes Maritime Day

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30 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Bethany Beach Poseidon Festival MAY 24-26, BETHANY BEACH, DE Festivities in downtown Bethany Beach include a luau show, marine science camp, meet-and-greet with town lifeguards and emergency personnel, pirate shows, live bands, mermaids, plus a performance by the U.S. Navy Country Current - the Navy’s premier country-bluegrass ensemble. COST: Free INFO: townofbethanybeach.com Annual Horseshoe Crab & Shorebird Festival MAY 25, MILTON, DE Festivities will take place from 9am to 3pm at the Milton Memorial Park. COST: Donation suggested. INFO: historicmilton.com Henlopen Spring Fest MAY 25, MILTON, DE From 9am to 6pm, the 2nd annual Henlopen Spring Fest brings the community together at Hudson Fields to support local charitable and volunteer organizations. The event includes a car and truck show, a cornhole tournament, live bands, kids’ activities, food, and police and community outreach. COST: $10 per person; Children under 12 free INFO: henlopenspringfest.com continued on page 32 Lewes in Bloom Garden and Flea Market Sale MAY 25 (RAIN DATE MAY 26), LEWES, DE Lewes in Bloom’s annual Garden and Flea Market Sale will take place from 9am to 4pm, Saturday, May 25 at its Schley Avenue warehouse. A variety of annuals, perennials, herbs and pollinator plants will be available for sale. Lewes in Bloom will also be selling hand-painted clay pots, planters, and gently used garden tools. INFO: lewesinbloom.org Bowers Beach Buccaneer Bash MAY 25-26, BOWERS BEACH, DE From 10 am to 5 pm at Bowers Beach Maritime Museum, don’t miss the 12th annual festival featuring demonstrations in 18th-century pirate life. Enjoy live entertainment, a town-wide scavenger hunt, and craft and period vendors for a day full of excitement and exploration. COST: Free INFO: bowersbeach.delaware.gov RESORTS EXPOS 2024 DELAWARE WWW.DEEXPOS.COM • [email protected] cape henlopen high school Always Free! FALL HOME EXPO -------------- September 21 & 22 -------------- 55+ EXPO -------------------- November 2 ------------------- HEALTH FITNESS & LEISURE EXPO ------------------ March 8, 2025 ------------------ 26 th Anniversary MAY Lewes in Bloom Garden and Flea Market Sale DENY HOWETH PHOTO

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32 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Berlin Memorial Day Parade MAY 27, BERLIN, MD Honoring our fallen veterans from 11am to 5pm with music, food, vendors, a yard sale and games. COST: Free INFO: berlinmainstreet.com West Side Creative Market MAY 27-SEPT. 2, REHOBOTH, DE A weekly open air arts experience at 19826 Central Street, Rehoboth Beach featuring vendors, art, live music, food trucks, the Creative Market bar and more. Open Mondays and Fridays, 5pm to 9pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day. COST: FREE INFO: developingarts.org Andy & Opie Fishing Tournament JUNE 1, MILTON, DE Created by Techno Goober as a way to encourage local children and parents to spend time together outside, the event will be held from 9am to noon (registration at 8am.) in Milton Memorial Park. As the event grows and gains momentum each year, members of the community and local businesses have continued on page 34 continued to generously contribute to the cause, making sure that every child – no matter their financial means – can be involved and enjoy a day of fishing with family and friends. COST: Free INFO: getkidshooked.com The Heartbeat of Milton Celebrate Life at the Historic MILTON THEATRE EXPERIENCE SOMETHING NEW With more than 400 events annually... there is definitely something for everyone at the Milton Theatre! Just minutes from the Delaware beaches Full events calendar and reserve your tickets at: www.MiltonTheatre.com 302.684.3038 - 110 Union St. Milton, DE  Live Music | Comedy | Theatre | Musicals Children's Classes | Films | Tribute Acts Festivals | Cabarets | and MORE! MAY Andy & Opie Fishing Tournament NICK ROTH PHOTO

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36 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Bethany Beach Seaside Craft Show JUNE 1, BETHANY BEACH, DE This rain or shine event, featuring an array of vendors and exhibitors will be held from 10am to 4:30pm in downtown Bethany Beach. This juried craft show is sponsored by the Bethany Beach Cultural and Historical Affairs Committee. COST: Free for spectators INFO: townofbethanybeach.com Delaware Pride Festival JUNE 1, DOVER, DE Experience a family-friendly festival from 10 am to 5 pm at the Legislative Hall in Dover, celebrating pride and diversity. Enjoy a variety of activities and entertainment suitable for all ages, ensuring a day of fun and community. COST: Free INFO: delawarepride.org continued on page 40 JUNE

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40 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival JUNE 1-2, LEWES, DE Held from 9am to 4pm at the Lewes Historical Society Campus, and presented by the Lewes Historical Society. Discover the origin and history of your own collection of sea glass from shard identification experts. Expand your knowledge of sea glass and the Mid-Atlantic coast by attending presentations throughout the weekend on subjects such as shipwrecks, sea glass identification, and ocean and bay conservation. Dozens of artists will be participating in the festival, along with sea glass expositions and collector’s showcases. INFO: historiclewes.org Rally for Our First Responders JUNE 1, HUDSON FIELDS, MILTON, DE Designed to thank our first responders continued on page 42 and help raise money for their beneficiaries, this event features live music, children’s activities, live auction, food and drink vendors, car show, first responder demos, competitive and social cornhole and more. Event runs from 12pm to 6 pm with doors opening at 11:30am. Rain date is June 2. COST: $10 General Admission; Children 12 and under FREE. $20 VIP ticket. INFO: shafferfoundation.com Wicomico Recreation Annual Free Youth Fishing Derby JUNE 1, SALISBURY, MD A tradition for more than 50 years, ages 15 and under are invited to see what they can catch in three categories: Most Fish Caught, Most Unusual Catch, and Biggest Fish. Check-in is at 8am. Fishing will be from 9am - 11am. Awards and snacks to follow. COST: Free INFO: wicomicorecandparks.org Open Year Round - Indoor & Outdoor Dining Reservations Only The Beach’s Premier Boutique Restaurant The Beach’s Premier Boutique Restaurant The Cafe on 26 The Cafe on 26 thecafeon26.com - 302.539.2233 84 Atlantic Ave Ocean View 19970 JUNE

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44 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Old Mill located behind Eastern Shore Brewing Co., Foxy’s, as well as The Crab Claw Restaurant. COST: $55 general admission; $5 non-testing friends; $110 VIP Brewcruise INFO: stmichaelsbrewfest.com Bathtub Races JUNE 14, BERLIN, MD The 34th annual Bathtub Races will take place at 6pm on June 14th. Local businesses race down Main Street in their homemade rolling tubs. COST: Free INFO: berlinchamber.org Tuna and Tiaras Ladies Tuna Tournament JUNE 14-15, OCEAN CITY, MD Hosted by the Ocean City Fishing Center. A portion of all registration fees go to Women Supporting Women, an independent organization supporting those affected by breast cancer. All WSW funding stays on Delmarva to provide free services and support. Registration 5pm to 8 pm on June 15. Fishing days: June 16 and 17. Weigh ins at 4:30pm-7pm June 16 and 17 at Micky Fins. INFO: tunaandtiaras.com Antique & Classic Boat Festival JUNE 14-16, ST. MICHAELS, MD The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum welcomes a Father’s Day weekend tradition back to its waterfront campus, presenting the 36th Antique and Classic Boat Festival and Coastal Arts Fair. The festival runs from 10am to 5pm on Friday and Saturday and 10am to 3pm on Sunday. In addition to the wide range of vessels on display the festival will be accompanied by a juried Coastal Arts Fair. INFO: cbmm.org June Jam Music Festival JUNE 15, HOUSTON, DE This outdoor concert, held at G&R Campground, has benefited all sorts of causes, from raising funds for children with catastrophic illnesses to supporting organizations like Toys for Tots. COST: $28 INFO: junejam.com Lavender & Lambs Festival JUNE 15, MILLSBORO, DE Held at Brittingham Farms from 9am to 5pm in conjunction with the Lewes Historical Society, this 2nd annual event continued on page 46 Licensed & Bonded! WandasPetService.com · 302.339.0376 We handle Domestic, Exotic & Farm Animals WANDA’S PET SERVICE Pet Sitting! Cageless Kennels JUNE

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46 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS features colonial interpreters from the Society who will offer demonstrations on sheep, lavender, wool dyeing and spinning. There will be additional vendors, live music, activities, food, and more. COST: $15 INFO: brittinghamfarms.com/events Lewes Garden Tour JUNE 15, LEWES, DE The Lewes Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau will sponsor the 33rd annual Lewes Garden Tour. A self-guided tour of private gardens, the event includes a Garden Market continued on page 48 in Zwaanendael Park where vendors will be selling garden-related items during the hours of the tour. Lunch and cold beverages will be available for purchase. Tickets may also be purchased at the Lewes Chamber of Commerce. INFO: leweschamber.com SATURDAY MARKET George H.P. Smith Park Johnson & Dupont Avenues, Lewes, DE Saturdays 8am–Noon, May 4–September 28, 2024 Lewes Elementary School Parking Lot 820 Savannah Road, Lewes, DE Saturdays 9am–Noon, October 5–November 23, 2024 MARKET AT CROOKED HAMMOCK 37707 Crooked Hammock Way, Lewes, DE Wednesdays 8am–11:30am, June 5–September 4, 2024 Where Fresh Food Is rooted In CommunIty At the Historic Lewes Farmers Market you’ll find heirloom tomatoes, lavender honey, freshly-laid eggs, lots of lettuces, juicy peaches, and best of all – community. www.HistoricLewesFarmersMarket.org [email protected] • 302.644.1436 Markets accept SNAP/EBT, and FMNP-WIC, SFMNP benefits. JUNE Lewes Garden Tour RON MACARTHUR PHOTO

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48 | SPRING & SUMMER FESTIVALS Antique Tractor Club Show JUNE 21-22, LAUREL, DE This event will take place at Laurel Farmers Auction Market. Family-friendly fun hosted by the First State Antique Tractor Club and the Eastern Shore Region Antique Auto Club of America. INFO: firststateantiquetractorclub.com Teach a Kid to Fish Day JUNE 22, OCEAN PINES, MD The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department invites families and friends to join members of the Ocean Pines Anglers Club to South Gate Pond from 9am to 11am. Please bring your own rod. Bait and water will be provided. Participants are also advised to bring insect repellent and a water bottle. Members of the Anglers Club and other local businesses will offer fishing tips, general fishing information and free fishing items. There will also be a drawing for a free rod and reel. COST: Free INFO: oceanpines.org Salisbury Pride Festival JUNE 22, SALISBURY, MD For 2024 the Salisbury Pride Theme is Pride is Power. The Pride Festival will be held at Bell Tower Green from 11am to 5pm. COST: Free INFO: salisburypride.org Kids Catch-All Fishing Tournament JUNE 22-23, REHOBOTH BEACH, DE Experience this premier kids fishing event at Indian River, renowned as one of the best fishing spots on the East Coast, followed by an all-you-can-eat dinner for the entire family each night, complete with complimentary event T-shirts and exciting door prizes, all while supporting the valuable work of the Lyme Disease Association of Delmarva, Inc. INFO: kidscatchall.com continued on page 50 DON’T TOUCH ELECTRIC donttouchelectric.com 302 459 3668 Electricity is no laughing matter, but we can make your home’s electrical needs a little more shocking (in a good way)! JUNE Antique Tractor Club Show

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