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Weekend Update: April 26th-28th

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

Thursday, April 25th-Sunday, April 28th:  Delaware Birding Weekend
Delaware’s annual birding weekend celebrates the spring migration of many species of local birds.  With more than 400 species recorded in the Delmarva Peninsula and a variety of environments there are many opportunities for rare sightings.  The weekend boasts many field trips by boat trips, paddling treks, and food expeditions.  For a complete schedule of events, registration, and more information, check out this link.

Saturday, April 27th: Flower & Art Festival
Head down to the East Coast Garden Center (30366 Cordrey Road) in Millsboro for a fun family day including food, face painting, spring plants, local artists, and more!  The festival runs from 8am-5pm with a cooking class, “Cooking With Herbs,” at 11am.

Saturday, April 27th:  Queen’s Day
Celebrate the Dutch monarchy with Queen’s Day at the Zwaanendael Museum.  The celebration runs from 10am-4:30pm on Saturday.  For more information call 302-645-1148.

Saturday, April 27th: Chili Cookoff
Head into Rusty Rudder (Dickinson Street ant Hwy 1) in Dewey Beach and sample chilis from over thirty vendors who compete for Best Chili and Best Decorated Booth awards.  This event is delicious and free for all ages!

Saturday, April 27th:  Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra Finale Concert
Come out to Mariner’s Bethel United Methodist Church (81 Central Ave. at the corner of Route 26) for the season finale concert featuring guest artists playing the classics.  For more information or tickets, call 888-846-8600.

Sunday, April 28th:  Vintage Baseball Game
The Lewes Historical Society is the proud home of the Lewes Vintage Base Ball Club, which enjoys our national pastime with a few twists on contemporary rules.  The game begins at 1pm and will played at the University of Delaware Lewes campus at 700 Pilottown Road.

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Sussex County Weekend Update

Here are just a few of the events going on in Sussex County, Delaware this weekend…

Here are just a few of the events going on in the area this weekend:

April 26th-29th:  Delmarva Birding Weekend
This unique event begins tomorrow and lasts all weekend.  Started to promote ecotourism on Delmarva, this event draws birding and wild life enthusiasts from around the country.  Check out the website for more information.

Saturday, April 28th:  Second Annual Dewey Beach Treasure Fest Community Yard Sale
You might score some great deals at this event which runs from 8am-12pm in the Ruddertowne parking lot (Dickinson Ave & the bay).  Individual yard sales will be hosted around town as well.  Happy hunting!

Saturday, April 28th:  Bug & Bud Festival
This unique festival celebrates Bugs & Flowers with all kinds of events throughout the day, including a fishing contest for kids, costume parade, free paddle boat rides, craft vendors, food, and more!  9am-4pm, Downtown Milford

Saturday, April 28th:  Queen’s Day
Honor Lewes’ roots by celebrating the Dutch Queen’s birthday at the Zwaanendael Museum (Kings Hwy & Savannah Road).  Visitors are encouraged to wear orange in honor of the Dutch royal dynasty, the House of Orange.

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and let us help make your dream a reality – 302-644-2266!