Weekend Update – Cooper Realty Associates

Weekend Update: October 18th-20th

If you’re looking for something fun or different to do this weekend, check out these local options:

Saturday, October 19^th: Delmarva’s Best Ghost Stories
With Halloween just around the corner, head to Wilmington University (41 Rehoboth Ave) in Rehoboth Beach to beef up your repertoire. This workshop includes ghost stories from Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Stories include Bigg Lizz, Patty Cannon, the haunted governor’s mansion, Fort Delaware, phantoms at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry and more. Cost is $25 and you must be preregistered to attend. The workshop runs from 11am-noon. Call 302-227-6295 to register.

Saturday, October 19^th: Herbal Soap Making from Scratch
You can learn the secrets of handcrafted soap in this introductory course. The class includes hands on demonstrations and instruction about ingredients, safety, and more. Attendees will take home their own freshly made soap to cure and cut at home. This class will take place at “The Soap Fairy” in Milford Delaware and is sponsored by the Rehoboth Beach campus of Wilmington University. Cost is $50 per person and includes all materials. The class runs from 1pm-3pm and you must pre-register. Call 302-227-6295 to register, and be sure to wear clothes that can get dirty.

Saturday, October 19^th: Wine, Cheese, and Beer Tasting
The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park will host their 8^th annual Wine, Cheese & Beer Tasting at the Officer’s Club in Cape Henlopen from 4pm-6pm. Admission is $20 in advance or $24 at the door. You can purchase tickets (which also cover your entrance to the park) at the park office or the Lewes Chamber of Commerce.

Saturday, October 19^th: Haunted Southern Delaware Tour
Another great way to prepare for Halloween, the Sussex Heritage Tour Series will explore the topic of “Haunted Southern Delaware” this weekend. The tour runs from 4pm-10:30pm and begin and end at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminal in Lewes. Stops on this tour include the Cannonball House in Lewes, haunted hotels, Unknown Sailors Graveyard and more. Tickets are $40 and must be purchased in advance. Dinner is included in the price. You can claim one of the limited spaces by calling the Lewes Historical Society at 302-645-7670 ext. 10.

Saturday, October 19^th: Orion String Quartet
If classical music is more your style, Coastal Concerts presents the Orion String Quartet at 7pm on Saturday night. The concert takes place at Bethel United Methodist Church (Fourth & Market Streets) in Lewes. Tickets are $30 to see one of America’s top chamber ensembles perform.

Sunday, October 20^th: Birding Field Trip
Birding guides will lead a Birding Field Trip from 8am-noon at the Prime Hook National Wild Life Refuge. Come prepared for any weather and learn about the bird species that frequent the refuge in fall. Bring your binoculars, field guide and a spotting scope if you have one. Materials will be available to borrow if you don’t have your own. Trips are free and open to everyone. Call 302-684-8419 if you have any questions.

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: October 11th-13th

If you’re looking for something fun or different to do this weekend, check out these local events:

All Weekend: The 51^st Annual Rehoboth Christmas Shop
All Saints Church in Rehoboth will host their annual Christmas Shop this weekend at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. The sale runs from 10am-6pm on Friday and Saturday and 11am-4pm on Sunday. There will be many different crafters and vendors present to get a good start or even finish all of your holiday shopping. Call 302-227-7202 for more information.

Friday, October 11^th-Saturday, October 12^th: The Apple-Scrapple Festival
This huge festival takes place every year in Bridgeville. It begins at 4pm Friday and runs until Saturday evening. Friday night festivities include live music, food court, carnival, and more. Saturday kicks off at 7am with an “all you can eat” scrapple breakfast until 11am. The festival opens at 9am and the day includes a car show, craft show, children’s area, antique crafting demonstrations, live music, the Scrapple Chunkin’ Contest and more. The festival ends at 10:30pm on Saturday. For more information, check out www.applescrapple.com.

Friday, October 11^th: A Taste for Art of Southern Delaware
The 4^th annual “Taste for Art of Southern Delaware” will take place from 6pm-9pm at the Clubhouse at Baywood Greens in Long Neck. Guests will mingle among featured works from area artists and artisans while sampling creative dishes from gourmet restaurants across southern Delaware. 25% of all sales will benefit Children & Families First.

Friday, October 11^th: Coastal Storms Workshop
This workshop will be hosted at Wilmington University (41 Rehoboth Ave) in Rehoboth Beach and will run from 2pm-4pm. The cost is $25 per participant, and the workshop will include discussion on notable storms that have affected Sussex County as well as general information on storm impacts to property, infrastructure and natural resources, community sustainability and resilience, and measures that individuals can take to prepare for storms. You must pre-register for this lecture. You can register by calling 302-227-6295.

Saturday, October 12^th: Bethany Beach Sidewalk Sale
The businesses of downtown Bethany Beach will participate in the annual fall sidewalk sale this weekend. Each business keeps its own hours, so be sure to check with your favorite if you’re looking for something specific.

Saturday, October 12^th: Artisan Festival
The Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company will host their annual craft and artisan festival at the station (215 Hollywood Street in Bethany Beach) with over 45 artists on hand. Breakfast, lunch, and baked goods will also be available for purchase. Admission is free and all proceeds benefit the Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. The festival runs from 9am-3pm.

Saturday, October 12^th: Fall Festival at The Cove
The Cove Bar & Grill is celebrating fall with a fall festival at the restaurant (31806 Lakeview Drive) in Selbyville. The festival runs from 1pm-4pm and will include fall foods, horse drawn hayrides, live music, pumpkin painting, scarecrow building, and more. Cost is $15 for adults and $6 for kids. Kids under the age of 5 are free. Call 302-436-3200 for more information.

Saturday, October 12^th: Sussex County Heritage Tour – Slavery & the Civil War
This all day tour will center on the title “Where North Meets South: Slavery & the Civil War.” The tour will begin at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminal in Lewes at 9:30am and conclude in the same location at 4pm. Stops include Middle Point Mason/Dixon Monument in Delmar, the Confederate Memorial in Georgetown, the Governor Ross Mansion and slave quarters in Seaford and many more places. Tickets must be purchased in advance. They are $40 and include a meal. You can reserve your spot by calling the Lewes Historical Society at 302-645-7670 ex. 10. Space is limited.

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: October 4th-6th

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out one of these local events:

All Weekend: Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Annual Fall Sidewalk Sale
The annual fall sidewalk sale begins on Friday and ends on Sunday running from 10am-8pm daily although hours may vary from store to store. For more information call the Rehoboth-Dewey Chamber of Commerce at 302-227-6446.

Friday, October 4^th: Lewes Merchants’ Fall Sidewalk Sale
The shops in the Historic Lewes Commercial District will participate in the annual fall sidewalk sale from 10am-5pm.

Saturday, October 5^th: Lewes Historical Society October Craft Fair
The Fall Craft Fair will run from 9am-4pm at the Historical Complex and Second & Shipcarpenter Streets in Lewes. The fair will feature of sixty talented craftsmen and women and will benefit educational and preservation programs at the Lewes Historical Society.

Saturday, October 5^th: Boast the Coast Maritime Festival
This 18^th annual festival will run from 11am-8pm with maritime-themed activities all day and into the evening. Activities take place at 1812 Park and the City Dock and begin at 11am. The day will end with the Lighted Boat Parade at dusk on the canal.

Saturday, October 5^th: Wings & Wheels Fall Festival
The 6^th annual Wings & Wheels Festival will run from 10am-4pm at the Sussex County Airport. Admission is free and the day includes live entertainment, children’s activities, craft and food vendors, a classic car show, vintage plane “fly in” and a WW2 special event including testimonies, encampments, parachute jumpers and more. In case of rain the event will take place on Sunday, October 6^th.

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: September 27th-29th

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out one of these local events:

Friday, September 27^th: History Happy Hour
This free presentation will run from 4-4:30pm at the Cannonball House on the corner of Front & Bank Streets. This “season finale” presentation will be presented by William HJ Manthrope, Jr. and Paul Collins will present “Exploring and Charting the Delaware Bay.”

Saturday, September 28^th: Harvest Festival
Head to the East Coast Garden Center (30366 Cordrey Road) in Millsboro for a Harvest Festival, including country line dancing, hayrides, family activities and more. The festival runs from 10am-2pm.

Saturday, September 28^th: Sussex Heritage Tour—The Agricultural Roots of Sussex County
This tour begins and ends at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminal in Lewes. Tickets are $40 and include one meal. Reservations must be made in advance by calling the Lewes Historical Society at 302-645-7670 (ex. 10). Stops on the tour include the nationally recognized Historic Lewes Farmers Market, T.S. Smith & Sons Apple Orchard, U-pick vegetable farms, Hopkins Dairy Farm and Creamery and more.

Saturday, September 28^th: Delaware Center for the Inland Bays Annual Fall BBQ
This family barbeque will take place from 11am-3pm at the James Farm Ecological Preserve on Cedar neck Road in Ocean View. The BBQ will feature all-you-can-eat pork, chicken, oysters, sides and dessert. It will also feature live music, pumpkin painting, and hayrides. Tickets are $25 per person and kids 10 & under eat 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.

Weekend Update: September 13th-15th

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out one of these local events:

All Weekend: Polkamotion By The Ocean
The 34^th annual polka festival, Polkamotion By The Ocean will be held at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center (229 Rehoboth Ave) in Rehoboth this weekend. There will be live music Thursday, 9/12 from 6pm-midnight. The theme for the evening’s dress will be “Beachcomber.” On Friday, 9/13 music will run from 4pm-1am and the theme will be “Friday the 13^th Mardis Gras.” On Saturday, 9/14 music will run from 4pm-1am and on Sunday, 9/15 events run from 11am-6pm. The kitchen will be open during all events. Tickets are sold by the day and range in price from $10-$17 depending on your age and the day. Children under the age of 16 are always free. For more information, including a full schedule, check out this link: http://www.rbpolka.com

Saturday, September 14^th: Woodland Ferry Festival
Head to the Village of Woodland, near Seaford for the Woodland Ferry Festival. Enjoy good food, free ferry rides across the Nanticoke River, vendors, games, music, and more. The festival runs from 8am-4pm.

Saturday, September 14^th: Town-Wide Yard Sale
The town of Milton will host their annual fall town-wide yard sale from 9am-12pm on Saturday.

Saturday, September 14^th: Arts By The Sea Party
Head to the Freeman Stage at Bayside (31750 Lake View Drive) in Selbyville for the Arts & Jazz Festival from 10am-6pm on Saturday. Many jazz artists will share the stage, and some of Delmarva’s finest artists will display their work. This event is free for all. Don’t forget a lawn chair!

Sunday, September 15^th: Lewes Dragon Boat Festival
The Lewes Dragonboat Festival will be held at Lewes Canalfront Park this weekend from 11am-4pm. The day will include food, fun for the whole family, and of course, dragonboat races. For more information, check out this link: http://lewesdragonboat.com

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: September 6th-8th

If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out one of these local events:

Friday, September 6^th: History Happy Hour
This week’s history happy hour will feature Jim Bertholet presenting “The Life and Work of a Surfman in the US Life Saving Service 1870s-1915.” This talk will take place at the Lewes Life Saving Station at the canal and Front Street. All talks begin at 4pm.

Saturday, September 7^th: 8^th Annual Chocolate Tasting in the Park
The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park sponsor this annual event at the Biden Center in Cape Henlopen State Park. The event featuring all homemade chocolate runs from 1pm-4pm. Admission is $5 and gets you 6 tastings. For more information call 302-858-6127.

Saturday, September 7^th; Chicken Plunge & Beach Party
The chicken plunge and beach party is a fun, family event. It runs from 11am-2pm and cost is $10 per adult and $5 per child. The beach party is held on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk at Grenoble Place.

Saturday, September 7^th: 13 Annual Riverwalk Freedom Festival
Head to downtown Milford for the 13^th Annual Riverwalk Festival on Saturday for all day events including a burger eating contest, downtown scavenger hunt, cornhole tournament, children’s activities, and more. For more information, check out this link.

Saturday, September 7^th: 35^th Annual Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival
The town of Bethany Beach will hold their annual arts festival downtown from 10am-5pm on Saturday. The event includes over 100 fine artists featuring paintings, wood work, metal work, pottery, baskets, jewelry and more. This year will also include sections for farmers market goods, wine tasting and a children’s corner.

Saturday, September 7^th-Sunday, September 8^th: Nanticoke Indian Powwow
The 36^th annual Nanticoke Indian Powow will include American Indian drummers and singers, Native American foods, Authentic Indian Arts and Crafts and more. Over 40 tribes from across the USA will be present. This event runs from 10am Saturday through 5pm on Sunday. Cost is $10 per vehicle for parking and entry. For more information call 302-945-7022. Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair!

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: August 30th-September 1st

It’s Labor Day weekend, if you’re looking for something different to do this weekend, check out these local events!

Thursday, August 29^th: First State Ballet Theatre
The First State Ballet Theatre will perform classic and contemporary ballet highlights at the Freeman Stage at Bayside (31750 Lake View Drive) in Selbyville beginning at 7pm on Thursday night. The show is free for all, just don’t forget lawn chairs!

Friday, August 30^th: History Happy Hour
This week’s History Happy Hour will focus on “Lewes and the Revolutionary War.” The presentation begins at 4pm and will take place at the Hotel Rodney (142 Second Street) in historic Lewes. History Happy Hours include a 20-30 minute lecture followed by a question and answer period, a glass of wine from Rose & Crown is served as well.

Saturday, August 31^st: Juggling 101
Cascading Carlos will be coming to the Freeman Stage at Bayside (31750 Lake View Drive) to teach a free juggling class to all ages. Through his show, which is primarily juggling, but also includes illusions and clowning around he teaches self-esteem, confidence, and focus in addition to juggling! The show begins at 10am. The show and lesson are free, but don’t forget a blanket or chair!

Friday, August 30^th-Saturday, August 31^st: Free Concerts at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand
Friday The Bullbuckers will perform their soul/ska/island set described as the sounds of the islands in the 60s. And the Rehoboth Bandstand season will finish on Saturday with the rock/pop cover band She Said Sunday performing all your favorites from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and today! Both shows begin at 8pm and are free. These will be the final shows of the 2013 Bandstand Season.

Thinking about 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: August 24th-25th

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out these local events:

Saturday, August 24^th: Bargains on the Broadkill
The annual summer festival in Milton features 40+ vendors including arts, crafts, jewelry, good, entertainment and more. The Great Duck Race will award 25 cash prizes, including the top prize of $500. The annual Broadkill 10 Mile Canoe and Kayak Race will take place on the same day. Events begin at 9am and take place in Milton Memorial Park at Chandler Street in Milton.

Saturday, August 24^th: Dusquesne University Tamburitzans
The longest-running multicultural song and dance company in the US is performing at the Freeman Stage at Bayside (31750 Lake View Drive) in Selbyville on Saturday night beginning at 7pm. This two hour journey of color, sound and movement captures the culture and spirit of Eastern Europe and surrounding cultures through music, song, and dance. The performance begins at 7pm and is free for all, just bring a lawn chair or blanket!

All Weekend: Free Concerts at the Rehoboth Beach Banstand
The Sons of Pirates will perform their long running “yacht rock” set – where they say “every show is like a party at the beach” on Saturday and the Moonshine Society will perform their popular blues show on 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: August 16th-18th

Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these local events:

Thursday, August 15^th: Local History Tours on the Jolly Trolley
The Rehoboth Beach Museum and the Jolly Trolley offer local history tours of downtown Rehoboth. The cost is $10 and tours start at 9am at the Anna Hazzard House at 17 Christian Street in Rehoboth Beach. You must reserve a spot in advance, which can be done by calling 302-227-7310.

Friday, August 16^th: Cherish the Ladies
This all-women traditional Irish band combines classic Irish song features with spectacular step dancing and traditions of Irish culture. They will perform their entertaining and humorous show at the Freeman Stage at Bayside at 7pm. Tickets are $15 per person. Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair!

Saturday, August 17^th: 40^th Annual Outdoor Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
This annual festival continues this weekend with more than 100 artists and artisans exhibiting work in Rehoboth. Refreshments, music, entertainment, and children’s activities will be provided. The show runs from 10am-4pm at the Rehoboth Art League Campus (12 Dodds Lane) in Rehoboth Beach.

All Weekend: Free Concerts at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand
The US Army Field Band & Soldiers’ Chorus will kick things off on Friday, August 16^th. Another Level will perform their soul/Motown/R&B set on Saturday, August 17^th and Jamie McLean will perform his New Country set on Sunday, August 18^th. All concerts are free and begin at 8pm.

Thinking about 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: Friday, July 5th-Sunday, July 7th

Most of the local events going on this weekend, start tomorrow with the 4^th of July. I’ve highlighted a bunch of Independence Day events the past couple of days. You can read up on them here and here. But if you’re still looking for something different this weekend, check out these local events:

Friday, July 5^th: The Official Blues Brothers Revue
Head to the Freeman Stage at Bayside for this live concert integrating humor and songs from the original Blues Brothers film and albums. The Official Blues Brothers Revue “strikes the right balance of humor, music and mayhem.” The concert begins at 7pm. Tickets are $20 plus a handling fee. Don’t forget a lawn chair!

Friday, July 5^th: History Happy Hour
This week’s topic is “A Century of Service – The Navy at Cape Henlopen 1898-1996.” This talk takes place at The Cannonball House in Lewes at 4pm with a question and answer period following the 30 minute presentation. Wine is offered following the event.

Friday, July 5^th: Fenwick Island Town Bonfire
Head to the beach at Dagsboro Street for a free, Friday night bonfire on the beach from 6pm-11pm.

Saturday, July 6^th: Milkshake: A Concert for the Whole Family
Milkshake is a pop-rock style band that has been featured on many children’s series. This Grammy nominated band is entertaining for the whole family. The concert starts at 10am and is free for all, just bring a blanket or lawn chair.

Saturday, July 6^th: St. Peter’s Art Show
Saint Peter’s Church on 2^nd and Mulberry Streets in Lewes will host their annual art show from 9am-4pm with over 140 fine artsits on display. The day also includes a silent auction and luncheon.

All Weekend: Concerts at the Bandstand in Rehoboth
Local favorite, classic rock band The Funsters will perform on Thursday, July 4^th. Elvis tribute artist Jesse Garron will perform on Friday, July 5^th. Big Band performers, the Tim Laushey Orchestra will take the stage on Saturday, July 6^th and rounding out the long weekend on Sudnay, July 7^th is big band performers The Rad Trads. All concerts are free and begin at 8pm.

If you’re 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 28th-30th

If you’re looking for something fun and different to do this weekend, check out these local events:

Friday, June 28^th: Concert By The Canal
Head to Canalfront Park in Lewes on Friday evening for a free concert sponsored by Dogfish Head Craft Brewery. Chester River Runoff will perform beginning at 6:30pm. The concert is free, just remember to bring a lawn chair and bug repellant!

Friday, June 28^th: WaCongo Dance Company & Drum Classes
Head to the Freeman Stage at Bayside (31750 Lake View Drive) in Selbyville and enjoy the WaCongo Dance Company, a traditional ensemble of drummers, musicians, and dancers from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The performance is free for all. They will follow the performance with Congolese Drum Classes on Saturday, 6/29 at 10am, which are also free.

Saturday, June 29^th: Wheels For Meals Classic Car Show
Head into the CHEER Community Center (20520 Sand Hill Road) in Georgetown from 10am-2pm to support Wheels for Meals. Admission is $5 for ages 10 and up, and free for ages 9 and under. The day features the car show, displays, entertainment, and food vendors.

Sunday, June 30^th: Paddle Fenwick Festival
The first annual Paddle Fenwick Festival will take place on the Indian River and will be divided into several divisions and classes. The top three finishers in each division as well as each age bracket will be awarded. There will also be a “Kids and Critters Fun Paddle” from 1:30-2pm. All proceeds support Operation Second Chance. For more information check out this link.

All Weekend: Rehoboth Beach Bandstand
Enjoy the rhythm and blues performance by Vinyl Shockley on Friday, June 28^th, the classic Zydeco beats of Zydeco-A-Go-Go on Saturday, June 29^th and the hometown sounds of the Rehoboth Concert Band on Sunday, June 30^th. All concerts are free and start at 8pm.

Looking to buy or sell a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.

Weekend Update: May 3rd-5th

If you’re looking for something fun or different to do this weekend, check out these local events:

All Weekend: Lewes Spring Sidewalk Sale
Merchants in the Historic Lewes Commercial District will take part in the annual Spring sidewalk sale beginning at 10am Friday, running all weekend, and ending at 5pm on Sunday. Bargains galore are to be found!

Friday, May 3^rd: Fun Friday – Fiesta!
Members of the Historic Business District in Lewes are hosting a Mexican-themed Fiesta that will take place all day on Friday. The event will feature food, merchandise, and of course specials!

Saturday, May 4^th: Milton Town-Wide Yard Sale
The town of Milton is hosting their annual spring yard sale this Saturday from 9am-12pm. Come browse the town for treasures! I personally know that there will be some great stuff there. For more information, call the Chamber of Commerce at 302-684-1101.

Saturday, May 4^th: Library Book Sale
Friends of the Lewes Public Library will hold their spring book sale from 9am-3pm on Saturday at the Lewes Library. For more information, check out www.leweslibrary.org.

Saturday, May 4^th: 18^th Annual British Motorcar Show
The Lewes Chamber of Commerce and the British Car Club of Delaware will host the annual Lewes British Motorcar Show on Saturday from 11am-3pm. The show will feature a wide array of interesting and classic British vehicles. Admission is $3 and kids 12 and under are free. To register a car you need the registration form which can be found here, as well as a $15 fee in advance or $25 the day of the show.

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: April 5th-7th

If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out these local events:

Saturday, April 6^th – Family Gathering Annual Spring Concert
The Rainbow Chorale will play their annual Spring Concert at the Epworth United Methodist Church (19285 Holland Glade Road) in Rehoboth Beach from 4pm-7pm this weekend. This year will feature music from Elton John, Sister Sledge, Bobby McFerrin, Randy Newman, & Billy Joel. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door and children 12 and under are free.

Saturday, April 6^th-Sunday, April 7^th – Commemoration of the War of 1812
Join the Lewes Historical Society in commemorating the 200^th Anniversary of the War of 1812 with events all weekend long. Events begin Saturday at 12:30 with the Guns of Fort McHenry at Cape Henlopen State Park until 2:30, also from 12:30-5pm there will be special War of 1812 presentations at St. Peter’s Church Hall on Mulberry Street in Lewes. Additionally, the travling exhibit “War of 1812: A Nation Forged By War” will be at the Ellegood House at the Lewes Historical Society Complex (110 Shipcarpenter Street in Lewes) all weekend and through Labor Day. On Sunday, from 10am-3pm the Fort McHenry Guard will be at the Lewes Historical Society Complex (110 Shipcarpenter Street) in Lewes, demonstrating musket drill. Their Fife & Drum Corps will perform as well. There will be events for the whole family at this time, and events will continue throughout the afternoon. All of these events are free and open to the public. For more information check out this link.

Sunday, April 7^th – Beach Bridal Show
If you or someone you know is planning a wedding, head to the Nassau Valley Vineyards (32165 Winery Way) in Lewes for the annual Beach Bridal Show co-hosted by Delaware Today and Delaware Bride Magazine. The show runs from noon-3:30pm and features live entertainment, a wedding trends fashion show, delicious hors d’oeuvres, top of the line wedding professionals, and awesome door prizes. Cost is $8 in advance or $10 at the door. Contact 302-504-1364 for more information or to purchase advance tickets.

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: March 29th-31st

This weekend is Easter weekend, and there are several great events going on in and around the area:

Friday, March 29^th: 45^th Annual Great Delaware Kite Festival
This fun, family event takes place on the Cape Henlopen State Park Parade Grounds from 10am-3pm Friday. There is no entry fee to compete and competitions take place in three age groups. Children (12 and under), Teens (13-17), and Adults (18 and up). Each category presents awards for store-bought and home-made. There are special class awards for Open Individual Ballet and Individual Precision, as well as awards for most senior flyer, youngest flyer, flyer furthest from home, smallest kite, and largest kite. The Highest Kite Competition is open to everyone and takes place around 12:15pm. There is no fee to watch, although entrance fees to Cape Henlopen do apply. Competition begins at 10am, and there will be several vendors on site selling kites and supplies for those who wish to compete but do not have the necessary equipment. Registration begins at 9am. The Child and Teen competitions are in the morning, followed by the Highest Kite at 12:15 and then adult, individual ballet and individual precision competitions in the afternoon.

Friday, March 29^th-Saturday, March 30^th: Delaware Music Festival
Rusty Rudder (113 Dickinson Street) in Dewey Beach brings back its annual Delaware Music Festival this weekend. Over the course of two evenings there will be 25 different bands on 4 different stages. The event is free, but for ages 21 and up only. Concerts start at 9pm Friday and 6pm Saturday. For more information call 302-227-3888.

Saturday, March 30^th: First Annual Lewes Egg Hunt
Bring the whole family to Canalfront Park for Lewes’ 1^st annual egg hunt! The Easter Bunny will be there and thousands of eggs will be hidden. In the event of rain, the hunt will take place indoors at the park building. This event is recommended for children 10 and under. Children must have a ticket to take place, and tickets are limited. Cost is $5 for one ticket or $10 for 2 or more children in the same family. To purchase tickets, go to lewescanalfrontpark.org.

Saturday, March 30^th: 13^th Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Georgetown
The annual Georgetown Egg Hunt is held at the Marvel Carriage Museum from 11am-1pm. Admission is free and includes crafts, food, face painting, moon bounce, train rides, pictures with the Easter Bunny and more. The egg hunt starts at noon. For more information call 302-856-1544.

Saturday, March 30^th: 5^th Annual Alley Oop Egg Scoop
This year, Alley Oop Skim will host three separate egg hunts in Dewey Beach at New Orleans Street. Ages 5 and under will hunt at 10am, ages 6-8 at 11am, and ages 9-11 at noon. Children must be registered, and a $1 admission fee is due at check in. To register call 302-227-7087.

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: March 22nd-24th

Saturday, March 23^rd: Children’s Easter Party
The American Legion Post 17 in Lewes is hosting an Easter Party for all children 10 and younger. There will be eggs, games, and refreshments from noon until 2pm.

Saturday, March 23^rd: Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert
The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra will perform at Mariner’s Bethel United Methodist Church (81 Central Ave at the corner of Rt 26) in Ocean View. For more information call 888-846-8600.

Saturday, March 23^rd: Battery 519 Lantern Tour
Tour the gun battery in Cape Henlopen State Park by lantern light and learn how soldiers defended the Atlantic coast during World War II. Tour begins at 5:30 and is for ages 10 and above only. $5 per person. For more information contact Cape Henlopen State Park.

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: March 8th-10th

Check out this list of local events for something fun to do this weekend!

Friday, March 8^th – Lewes Lunch & Learn
Lewes Lunch & Learns are hosted by the Lewes Historical Society at the Midway School House #178 on the Lewes Historic Complex (110 Shipcarpenter Street) at noon for 20-30 minutes, followed by a question and answer period. The second event is this Friday from 12pm-1pm. Carl Hunt will present “Five Centuries of Information Technology, The First Town of the First State at the Cutting Edge.” Audience members are encouraged to bring a brown bag lunch, and the Lewes Historical Society will provide soft drinks. For more information call 302-645-7670.

Friday, March 8^th – Mid-Atlantic Wine & Food Festival
The Mid-Atlantic Wine & Food Festival is taking place all weekend (it started today, actually!) all over the state. There are 44 events in all, supporting the Rehoboth Beach Film Society and eight other arts organizations throughout Delaware. One, local event is Bourbon + Bacon: South from 5pm-7pm on Friday at local favorite, Nage (19730 Coastal Highway) in Rehoboth Beach. To purchase tickets to this or any other of the festival events and support the Rehoboth Beach Film Society check out this link.

Saturday, March 9^th – Big Fish Grill Cooking Class
Cooking classes at this local favorite include hands-on participation, a meet & greet with the chef, wine and cheese tasting, wine pairing, and several courses of instruction. Doors open at 9:45 and classes are from 10am-1pm. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register check out this link.

Saturday, March 9^th – Rehoboth Art League Young at Art Exhibition
The Rehoboth Art League (12 Dodds Lane) will display artwork from students in both public and private local schools. The opening reception is from 10am-1pm this Saturday and the show runs through March 23^rd. Support young, local artists and check it out!

Sunday, March 10^th – St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Irish Eyes Pub & Bar will host the Annual Milton St. Patrick’s Day Parade this Sunday in downtown Milton. The parade kicks off at 2pm. This year there is also a Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Milton Chamber prior to the race. Registration begins at 11am and the race starts at noon. For more information call 302-684-8889.

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Weekend Update: March 1st-3rd

This weekend is one of the most delicious weekends in town! Plus there are some other events going on as well…

Saturday, March 2^nd: The Jasper String Quartet
The Jasper String Quartet performs as part of the Coastal Concert Series this Saturday at Bethel United Methodist Church (129 W. Fourth Street) in Lewes. This critically acclaimed group is the winner of various awards and will be concentrating on the works of Bartok and Schubert. For more information or to purchase tickets, check out this link.

Saturday, March 2^nd: 23^rd Annual Chocolate Festival
Chocolate lovers will unite at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center from 11:30am-3:30pm on Saturday for a day of decadent desserts and family fun! Admission is only $2 (free for children under 5) and tastes are 50 cents each. Delicious!

Of course the heart of the chocolate festival is the baking contest, which is open to anyone who wishes to enter. The categories are restaurants, bakery, professional/chef, amateur, showpiece, children under 12 & showpiece for children under 12. Each category has the 7 subcategories of cookies, cheesecake, brownies, candy, pies, cake, and most unusual. There are prizes and it’s not too late to enter. All you have to do is bring your entry or entries and this entry form to the Convention Hall between 7am-8:30am the day of the contest.

Have fun and enjoy the amazing treats!

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Weekend Update: January 18th-20th

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out these events:

Friday, January 18^th – Classic Casino Night
Join the Dunes Pink Classic for their James Bond Style Classic Casino Night at The Cove at Bayside Resort (31806 Lakeview Drive in Selbyville) from 7pm-11pm. Tickets are $40 in advance or $45 at the door. High Roller Table tickets are available in limited quantities for $100 each. All tickets include heavy appetizers, 1 drink ticket, $100 in casino chips, music, dancing & fun. High Roller tickets also include an additional 2 drink tickets, designated server and private area with choice of Black Jack or Poker. For tickets or more information, click this link.

All Weekend – Rehoboth Beach Film Society “What Makes Us Tick” Series
The “What Makes Us Tick” is an annual, three-part film series that includes post-screening discussions led by professional mental health practitioners. This year’s theme is “Families Taking the Gloves Off: From Conflict to Understanding.” And the films were selected to demonstrate families facing multiple challenges, with post-screening discussions including topics such as sibling rivalry, parent-child conflict, bullying, ethical dilemmas, and dealing with issues such as illness and death. All films will be screened at the Swan Ballroom in the Atlantic Sands Hotel (100 N. Boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach) and tickets are $13 per film and $36 for the three-film package. Screenings are of The Savages on Friday, the 18^th at 7pm, In A Better World on Saturday, the 19^th at 2pm, and Pieces of April on Sunday, the 20^th at 2pm. For tickets or more information check out this link.

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: January 11th-13th

If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend… keep looking! For the first time in almost a year all of my sources for great, local events have empty calendars simultaneously. Can you believe it? I guess everyone is taking a bit of a post-holiday break! I’ve been spotlighting great, local restaurants for almost a year now, so search the blog for food and restaurants and try some place new, or check out this post which highlights all the great things to do at Cape Henlopen State Park in the winter. Check it out this weekend!

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

Weekend Update: December 28th-30th

The last weekend of 2012 is a slow one in the area. Everyone is gearing up for New Years Parties! However, if you’re looking for something to do, check out the Holiday Family Program at Cape Henlopen State Park. Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 11am the park staff will show what makes a fish a fish. There is a fee of $2 per person. Pre-registration is required. You can pre-register by calling 302-645-6852. At 2pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday a naturalist will present cool fish facts during a fish feeding at the Seaside Nature Center. The Nature Center is also open for touring from 9pm-4pm and the borrow a bike program is available from 9am-3pm all weekend, weather permitting.

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.