Weekend Update: July 27-29

Okay, so I know this is supposed to be the weekend update, but there’s one cool event going on tomorrow, so I’m throwing that in here too! Here are my weekend suggestions:

Okay, so I know this is supposed to be the weekend update, but there’s one cool event going on tomorrow, so I’m throwing that in here too!  Here are my weekend suggestions:

Thursday, July 26th – Best of Delaware Party
Head up to Dover for a celebration of Delaware Today’s annual Best of Delaware issue.  The Best of Delaware Party is a fun event that celebrates the state’s favorites but also raises money for charity.  Year after year it continues to be super popular.  Tickets are $55 in advance or $70 at the door and the event takes place at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino (1131 North DuPont Hwy in Dover), so you can make a weekend of it!  The party is from 6pm-9pm, although you can purchase a ticket for the VIP preview party that begins at 5pm.  Tickets for the VIP party are $75 and must be purchased in advance.  There is an after party beginning at 9pm at Fire & Ice.  In addition to exhibitors from across the state, several local favorites will be represented including Abbott’s Grill, Baywood Greens, Candy Kitchen Shoppes, Dogfish Head Brewery, and Grotto Pizza!  To purchase tickets or for more info, check out this link.

Friday, July 27th-Saturday, July 28th – Delaware State Fair
The State Fair is wrapping up this weekend in Harrington.  You can check out this post that I wrote about the fair last weekend, or go straight to the source and plan your weekend at the fair here.

Friday, July 27th – Free Concert at the Village of Five Points
Check out “The Funsters” in concert at the Community Center Lawn at the Villages of Five Points.  This is a free event.  The concert is from 7:30pm-9:30pm.

Friday, July 27th – A1A Jimmy Buffett Tribute Concert
A1A is the only Jimmy Buffett tribute band personally sanctioned by Jimmy Buffett himself!  Enjoy Buffett hits along with other summertime hits and some original music too.  Tickets are $10 and kids are free.  The concert is at the Freeman Stage at Bayside (31750 Lake View Drive in Selbyville) from 7pm-9pm.

Saturday, July 28th or Sunday, July 29th – “Broadway at the Beach” by Clear Space Theater
Head down to Clearspace Theatre in Rehoboth Beach for an original revue of musical theater hits that are sure to please!  Show starts at 7:30pm, tickets range from $15-30/each.  For more info or to purchase tickets, check out this link.

Sunday, July 29th – Breakfast at the Bethany Beach Firehouse
The heroes of Bethany continue their summer tradition this weekend!  If you haven’t gone yet, you should try it…  This delicious, all you can eat breakfast is hosted at the firehouse in Bethany Beach (215 Hollywood Street).  Enjoy a tour of the firehouse plus an all you can eat feast of eggs, French toast, biscuits and gravy, potatoes, muffins, bacon, sausage, juice, and coffee.  There are also special activities to keep the kids busy.  Breakfast is $10 for adults and $5 for children over 5 and free for kids ages 5 and under. 8am-11am.

 

Of course, the bandstand at Rehoboth is always a great option for free weekend entertainment.  Performers this weekend include The City of Fairfax Band (Friday), the US Navy Sea Chanters Chorus (Saturday), and The Avalons (Sunday).  All shows are free and begin at 8pm.

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.

Weekend Update: June 22nd-24th

There are lots of great events taking place in and around Sussex County this weekend. Here are some of our picks:

Friday, June 22nd – Concert By The Canal
Dogfish Head is sponsoring a free concert at Lewes Canalfront Park from 6:30pm-8pm. The featured band will be Chester River Runoff which plays original bluegrass tunes.

There are lots of great events taking place in and around Sussex County this weekend.  Here are some of our picks:

Friday, June 22nd – Concert By The Canal
Dogfish Head is sponsoring a free concert at Lewes Canalfront Park from 6:30pm-8pm.  The featured band will be Chester River Runoff which plays original bluegrass tunes.

Friday, June 22nd – Broadway At The Beach
Clear Space Theatre Company’s talented ensemble will perform a revue of contemporary and pop/rock hits from popular musical theater shows at the Freeman Stage at Bayside.  Performaces will include everything from classics like “Les Miserables” to contemporary hits like “Rock of Ages” and blockbusters like “Wicked.”  Tickets are $10 and kids are free!  Venue address is 31750 Lake View Drive in Selbyville.  For more information call 302-436-3015.

Saturday, June 23rd – CHEER Classic International Car Show
This event showcases classic cars from all over the world to raise funds for Meals On Wheels.  This year’s event will include world famous racer Mario Andretti’s Indy Car.  The event takes place at the CHEER Community Center (20520 Sand Hill Road in Georgetown).  Tickets are just $5 for anyone ages 10 and up.  Hours are from 10am-2pm.  For more information call 302-945-7122 or 302-856-5187.

Saturday, June 23rd-Sunday, June 24th – 2012 Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
Head down to the Lewes Historical Society Complex (110 Shipcarpenter Street) and for just $5 you can buy a pass good for both days of this unique festival.  The weekend will include more than 40 sea glass artists, other artists from all over the U.S., collectors, guest speakers, and more.  Hours are 9am-4pm Saturday and 9am-3pm Sunday.  For more information, check out the above link.

Sunday, June 24th – Heritage Shores Car Show
Head down to Heritage Shores Golf Club in Bridgeville for the 2nd Annual Car Show from 11am-2pm.  The afternoon will include food as well as fun and all kinds of cars!  Prizes are awarded for the top 20 cars, including the coveted Best in Show.  Come on down and vote for your favorite!  For more information call 302-337-9926.

Sunday, June 24th – Fish ‘n Kids
Lewes Canalfront Park will host this event sponsored by Quest Fitness & Kayak once again this year.  There will be fishing games and activities geared toward kids ages 3-12, including the chance for kids to make their own fishing poles!  If you bring a t-shirt kids can even make their own fish-embossed t-shirts.  This event runs from 12pm-2pm and admission is free!

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266!