< PreviousSee MARCH EVENTS - page 10 March Events - from page 6 Business Coffee Connections 3 Monthly Events for Networking Visit our website for more info info @georgetowncoc.com www.georgetowncoc.com Welcome to Georgetown!! Home of Wings & Wheels Fall estival Return Day The Hispanic Festivals 2025 Events! Women’s Roundtable March/April 2025 Easter Egg Hunt April 12, 2025 Wings & Wheels October 3 & 4, 2025 EVANS PARK 32517 Dukes Drive, Millville, DE park@mvtown.com / 302-858-3638 Town of Millville EVANS PARK 2025 Spring & Summer Events Saturday, April 12 Easter Egg Hunt (10 am to noon) Wednesday, May 14 Concert in the Park Lower Case Blues Saturday, June 7 Millville Family Fun Day Monday, June 9 DJ Trivia Community Center 6-8 pm Wednesday, June 11 Concert in the Park The Funsters 6-8 pm Monday, June 23 Music Bingo Community Center 6-8 pm Wednesday, June 25 Concert in the Park Dustin Showers 6-8 pm Wednesday, July 9 Concert in the Park On The Edge 6-8 pm Monday, July 14 DJ Trivia Community Center 6-8 pm Monday, July 28 Music Bingo Community Center 6-8 pm Monday, August 11 DJ Trivia Community Center 6-8 pm Wednesday, August 13 Concert in the Park (TBD) 6-8 pm Monday, August 25 Music Bingo Community Center 6-8 pm Additional programs and activities may be added during the year. Check our website for times and updated information. Millville.Delaware.gov/Evans Park tory. The event will take place at the Rollins Center, 101 Adams Ave., Lewes from 5–6 p.m. Admission at $10 per person. For more information, visit historiclewes.org. March 13 – Greater Millsboro Chamber of Commerce Casino Night sponsored by the Schrockstars team of Northrup Realty. The event features table games, heavy appetizers, cash bar and more to benefit the Clothing Our Kids. Millsboro Fire Hall, E. State St. from 5-9:30 p.m. Visit www.millsborochamber.com or call 302-934-6777. March 14 – Pi Day, 3.14% off and enjoy a slice of pie at Antique Alley of Bridgeville and Downtown Alley of Bridgeville. Call 302-337-3137 or visit antiquealleyde.com. March 14-16 – Winter Delmarva Dogfish BirdINNg Weekend #2. Enjoy great looks at the waterfowl, seabirds, shorebirds, raptors — and seals! — that are on full display in the mid-Atlantic during the winter months. Pair your bird- ing experiences with a stay at the Dogfish INN and Dogfish Head Craft Brewed Ales! Visit delmarvabirding.com or www.dogfish.com/inn/packages for more info. March 14-16 – St. Patrick’s Day weekend celebration at Paradise Grill. Nightly live music and Firewolrks at dusk on Sat. March 15th. Visit paradisegrillde.com or call 302- 945-4500. March 15 – March 30 – Young at Art exhibition at the Rehoboth Art League. Visit rehobothartleague.org. March 15 – 21st Annual Indoor Flea Market at Cape Henlopen State Park from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Donations wel- comed. Clean items may be dropped off Friday, Mar. 14th Page 8 2024 So. DE Spring & Summer Vacation Planner 2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 9 Locally Inspired The Breakers Hotel & Suites is a dog-friendly boutique hotel inspired by the welcoming spirit of Rehoboth Beach and the natural beauty of our surroundings. Just two blocks from the famous mile-long Boardwalk and postcard-perfect beach, the 99 guestrooms and suites with balconies, is modern, approachable and ever-evolving! 105 SECOND STREET • REHOBOTH BEACH, DE • WWW.THEBREAKERSHOTEL.COM 302-227-6688 Stay Any SeasonPage 102025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner March Events - from page 8 Tues.-Sat. 10-5 Sun. 12-4 Closed Holidays Proprietress Barb Gooden Kim Bomberger Simply CharmingSimply Charming S t y l i s h b le n dofo ld & n e w ! These charming shops are located in a late 1800’s train station and Feed Mill, which feature a stylish blend of old and new. Voted Best of Delaware in 2019-20-21-22 for Antiques and Home Accessories. 2 S. Railroad Ave., Wyoming, DE 19934 • 302-697-7377 11 Mill St., Wyoming, DE 19934 • 302-697-6100 Follow us on Facebook ~ Email: SimplyCharmingbs@gmail.com Visit both, within a few blocks of each other to feel the “Charm” S pring F ling O pen H OuS e March 6 th thru 9 th A nniverSAry C elebrAtiOn April 12 th H OlidAy O pen H OuSe Nov. 6th thru 9th v iSit u S d uring O ur S peCiAl e ventS v iSit u S d uring O ur S peCiAl e ventS It’s aIt’s a Shopping ExperienceShopping Experience S ip & S HOp Dec. 11th 5-7pm “Wonderful Get Away from it all”“Wonderful Get Away from it all” U-Pick Strawberries Weekdays & Saturdays / April-June U-Pick Blueberries Weekdays & Saturdays / June-July U-Pick Flowers Weekdays & Saturdays / June-August U-Pick Peaches Fridays & Saturdays / July-August U-Pick Apples Fridays & Saturdays / August-October U-Pick Pumpkins Weekdays & Saturdays / October Everyday Activities Monday – Saturday (closed Sundays) Fifer daily offerings include: Farm Store Shopping Farm Kitchen for Lunch & Sweet Treats U-Pick Experiences · U-Play Activity Area Weather permitting. Check our Facebook page for daily updates. Saturday Extras Saturdays we host guests to make it extra special on the farm. Check our Facebook page weekly. Special guests could include: Live Music • Tractor Train Rides Farm Animal Exhibits • Face Painters Food Trucks Outdoor activites weather permitting. U - Pick Note! The U-Pick experience is weather and crop dependent. Picking seasons fluctuate and dates are not guaranteed. Check our Facebook page for daily picking conditions. Bring-your-own wagon fifers.com 302-697-2141 office@fiferorchards.com MAR 29 Opening Day (open 6-days / week) APR 12 Saturday Extras Pop-up Vendor Market 19 Saturday Extras 26 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Strawberries MAY 3 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Strawberries 10 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Strawberries 17 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Strawberries 24 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Strawberries 31 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Strawberries JUN 7 Sat Extras /U-Pick Strawberries 14 Sat Extras /U-Pick Strawberries /U-Pick Blueberries Pop-up Vendor Market 21 Sat Extras / U-Pick Blueberries 28 Sat Extras / U-Pick Blueberries/U-Pick Flowers JUL 5 Sat Extras /U-Pick Blueberries/U-Pick Flowers 12 Sat Extras /U-Pick Blueberries/U-Pick Flowers 19 Sat Extras /U-Pick Peaches/U-Pick Flowers 26 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Peaches/ U-Pick Flowers AUG Customer Appreciation Month (redeem 9/1-9/15 only) Earn tokens in August for FREE ice cream in September! 2 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Peaches 9 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Peaches 16 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Peaches 23 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Apples 30 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Apples SEP 6 Saturday Extras /U-Pick Apples 13Saturday Extras /U-Pick Apples Pop-up Vendor Market 20Fall Fest/U-Pick Apples/U-Pick Pumpkins 27Fall Fest/U-Pick Apples/U-Pick Pumpkins OCT 4Fall Fest/U-Pick Apples/U-Pick Pumpkins 11Fall Fest/U-Pick Apples/U-Pick Pumpkins 18Fall Fest/U-Pick Apples/U-Pick Pumpkins 25Fall Fest/U-Pick Apples/U-Pick Pumpkins NOV 1 Fall Fest 8 Fall Fest/ Saturday Extras/ Harvest Hustle 5K 15Pop-up Vendor Market 22Saturday Extras 29Donuts with Santa/ Saturday Extras DEC 6Donuts with Santa/ Saturday Extras 13Donuts with Santa / Saturday Extras 20Donuts with Santa / Saturday Extras 23 Season Finale Farm Store & Farm Kitchen MON-SAT (closed Sundays) Check our Facebook page for daily hours FEB 22 Winter Pickup Day Check our website for details U-Play, too! See MARCH & APRIL EVENTS - page 11 at the Officers Club 10 a.m. to 1.p.m. For more information visit www.friendsofcapehenlopen.org or call or text 302- 858-6127. March 15—Learn about the changing seasons, histor- ical traditions and make a unique, nature-based craft. Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy. 302-645-1148 or zmuseum@delaware.gov. March 15 & 20—The MET Live in HD presents FIDELIA at the Cinema Art Theater in Lewes. Visit RehobothFilm. com. March 16 – Cabin Fever Scavenger Hunt at Antique Alley of Bridgeville. 18208 Sussex Hwy., Bridgeville. Call 302- 337-3137 or visit antiquealleyde.com. March 20—Downtown Lewes Nature Tour—walking tour through Lewes highlighting the native and non-native plants. Registration required, 2 p.m. Starts @ Zwaanendael Museum, 302-645-1148 zmuseum@delaware.gov March 21 - 23 – Mid Atlantic Guitar Show & Swap Meet - Over 25 vendors, raffles, consignment corner, door prizes, food & beverages and more. Atlantic Sands Hotel & Conference Center, Rehoboth. Visit www.midatlanticguitar- show.com March 27 - 14th Annual Milford Spring Community Expo/ Affordable Housing Resource Fair at the Greater Milford Boys & Girls Club. Free and open to the public from 5-7 p.m. Call 302- 422-3344 or visit www.milfordchamber.com. March 28 – 4th Annual It’s A Bloomin’ Dance Party. 2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 11 March & Apr. Events - fr. pg. 10 Visit Parsons for FRESH PRODUCE U PICK OR ALREADY PICKED! Call for Picking Conditions. 30381 Armory Rd. 302 732-3336 RT. 20 EAST OF DAGSBORO Bring the Kids and visit our Goat Mountain where you can feed our goats! Stop in and see Bob Strawberries Blueberries Peaches Pumpkins CALL TO SEE WHAT’S IN SEASON P arsons F arms P arsons F arms P roduce P roduce NOW PROUDLY SERVING AND OFFERING FRESH BAKED GOODS Baked Here Daily. Open Feb-Mid March Thurs.- Sun. Breakfast 8-10:30 Lunch 10:30-4 Mid-March-Dec Open Daily Serving Breakfast 8-10:30 Lunch 10:30-4 Daily parsonsfarmsproduce.comparsonsfarmsproduce.com Follow Kids Ketch andTidepool Toys on Facebook for info on our upcoming special events and promos 132 2nd Street, Lewes, DE 302-645-8448 Open Daily Award Winning Toys, Games, Crafts, Kites, Beach Toys & More! Visit Your Neighborhood Toy Stores at the Beach Shop Our Catalog anytime online at kidsketch.com On the Boardwalk Bethany Beach, DE 302-539-TOYS Fri., Sat. and Sun.10-5 Daily starting in the Spring 100 Coastal Hwy. Fenwick Island, DE 302-581-0241 Sat. and Sun.10-5 thru April 1. Open Daily in Summer The Rehoboth Mews, 129 Rehoboth Ave C&D, Rehoboth Beach 302-260-9379 Sat. and Sun.10-5 thru April 1. Open Daily in Summer See APRIL EVENTS - page 12 Support Rehoboth In Bloom at the Dance featuring Music by The Funsters in the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. Dine downtown and then dance from 7-10 p.m. Visit www. downtownrb.com or call 302-227-2772 March 29—THAT OTHER 70s SHOW. By Lazy Mary Productions performances at 2 p.m. & 5 p.m. Tribute to great 70s singers/songwriters at the Cinema Art Theater in Lewes. LazyMaryProductions.com or RehobothFilm.com March 29—Cannon Ball Gala. Be sure to join Historic Lewes, for its inaugural “Cannon Ball,” a gala supporting The Lewes Historical Society. Held at the Lewes Yacht Club, the evening kicks off at 5 p.m. with a cocktail hour and features dinner, live music, immersive storytelling by Historic Lewes interpreters, silent and live auctions, and dancing—promising an unforgettable experience from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Visit historiclewes.org. March 30 - Delaware Symphony Orchestra presents A John Williams Celebration. Concert featuring selections from Star Wars, Harry Di Russo Conducts Brahms at Cape Henlopen High School, Lewes from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Visit www.delawaresymphony.org. April 1 – 20 –Annual Lewes Tulip Celebration. Celebrate the towns Dutch Heritage at various sites throughout Lewes. Visit www.leweschamber.com or call 302-645-8073. April – June & Aug.- Oct. Live Harness Racing at Harrington Raceway & Casino. Post time for Live Harness Racing is 4:30 p.m. Call 888-887-5687 or visit www.har-Page 122025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner 3/29/2025 - INAUGURAL CANNON “BALL” GALA 4/5/2025 & 4/6/2025 - HEARTY IN THE CAUSE, 1776 - A LEWES TOWN LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND 5/17/2025 - SHANTY FEST 6/7/2025 & 6/8/2025 - MID-ATLANTIC SEA GLASS & COASTAL ARTS FESTIVAL 7/19/2025 - UNDER ENEMY GUNS: LEWES & BLOCKADE IN THE WAR OF 1812 8/28/2025 -THE BRITISH INVASION CONCERT: FROM BLOCKADE TO THE BEATLES SCAN THE QR CODE FOR MORE EVENT/TOUR/EXHIBIT INFORMATION FEATURED EVENTS FEATURED EVENTS See APRIL EVENTS - Page 13 April Events - from page 11 www.facebook.com/irishrosegiftshop Tues.-Fri. 10-5; Sat. 10-4; Closed Sun. & Mon. “The only Irish shop in Delaware” ringtonraceway.com/home/ for the 2025 race schedule. April – Annual Bug and Bud Festival. The annual event is sponsored by Downtown Milford Inc and celebrates the state insect the ladybug. 9 a.m. -4 p.m. in downtown Milford. For info on this year’s event and other Milford events, call 302- 839-1180 or visit www.downtownmilford.org. April 1 - Spring at the Zwaanendael Museum. Spring dec- oration by the Sussex Gardeners, just in time for the Lewes Tulip Celebration. Zwaanendael Museum 10 a.m.–4:15 p.m. at the Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy., Lewes. Call YOUR BEACHSIDE GETAWAY AWAITS 302-645-1148 orvisit www.history.delaware.gov. April 2—Beer and Benevolence Specialty Beer Launch benefiting Fourth Street Preserve at Dogfish Head Brewery in Milton. Visit osalewes.org or contact pcostanzi@horizon- philanthropic.com for more info. April 4-May 4 – Delaware Watercolor Society, Into the Light and Overglazed exhibitions at the Rehoboth Art League. Visit rehobothartleague.org. April 5 - Annual Wine, Beer & Cheese Tasting at the Officer’s Club at Cape Henlopen State Park from 4-6 p.m. Tickets available at the Park Office, R & L Liquors, and the 2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 13 See APRIL EVENTS - Page 14 Plan Your Spring & Summer Stay at thequietresorts.com TM Annual Ocean to Bay Bike Tour oceantobaybiketour.com May 2 - 3, 2025 68th Old Timers’ Day & Family Festival June 14, 2025 oldtimersdayde.com GEAR UP FOR THE 2025 SEASON • One short block to the beach • 63 Upgraded Efficiency Units with stove & refrig. • Walking distance to fine shops & restaurants • Color cable TV • Heat & air conditioning • Private balconies • Swimming pool • Launderette for guests • Private off-street parking Reserve on-line: www.fenwickislander.com (302) 539-2333 or 1-800-346-4520 Ocean Highway & S. Carolina Ave., Fenwick Island,DE 19944 Newly Renovated and UpgradedNewly Renovated and Upgraded All Rooms have new laminate floors, furniture, lighting, and upgraded bathrooms. April Events - from page 12 Lewes Chamber of Commerce or call 302-858-6127 or visit www.friendsofcapehenlopen.org. April 5—Race for Open Space 5K run/1M walk 8 am @ George H.P. Smith Park, Lewes in conjunction with Seashore Striders and the City of Lewes osalewes.org or seashorestriders.com or Jim Ford: 302-228-2214 April 5 – 2025 Rehoboth Beach Main Street Gumbo Crawl. Participating Restaurants from 1-4 p.m. Call 302- 227-2772 or visit www.downtownrb.com. April 5-6 -27th Annual Delaware Resorts Spring Home Expo. Free to public. Visit over 70 of the area’s top home related products and services All Under One Roof! Open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. both days. For info visit www.deexpos.com or call 302-236-0857. April 5–6—Hearty in the Cause: 1776, Lewes Town Living History. Join the gifted interpreters at the Historic Lewes Town Campus, 110 Shipcarpenter Street, as they bring to life the “season of independence” in 1776 Lewistown. Experience town gossip, witness trades and crafts in action, and enjoy spirited drinks at Sussex Tavern or delightful cof- fee and hot chocolate at the Coffee-house from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more info, visit historiclewes.org. April 5 & 12—Learn about Delft tiles and make one. Free for all ages while supplies last. 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Zwaanendael Museum 302-645-1148 or zmuseum@delaware.gov April 5—Spring Craft Fair. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Lewes Senior Activity Center 32083 Janice Rd, Lewes. 30+ craft Page 142025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner WWW.JBSBUILDSFORLESS.COMWWW.JBSBUILDSFORLESS.COM Call Us at 302-349-5705 Check Us Out At CharlieAnne Model $169,900 On Your Lot All In – Septic and Well Allowance Kitchen Appliances Let us show you what ALL IN really means! See APRIL EVENTS - page 15 April Events - from page 13 vendors LewesSeniorCenter.org or 302-645-9293. April 6 – Wedding & Event Expo. The Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village, 866 N. DuPont Hwy., Dover from 1-5 p.m. Call 302-734-1618 or visit www.agri- culturalmuseum.org. April 6 – 4th Annual Paul Kares Concert for the Kids. An unforgettable night of music with Bad River and special/ surprise guests. Includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and open bar. There will be a fantastic line-up of talented artists and bands who are excited to put on a show that everyone, young and old, will enjoy. 5 p.m., Hyatt Lighthouse, Dewey Beach. Visit paulkaresde.org. April 9—Bay Banter & Brews with Delaware Center for the Inland Bays. 3-5 p.m. at Ocean View Brewing, Ocean View. Visit inlandbays.org. April 10—GFWC Zwaanendael Women’s Club Victorian Tea. GFWCZwaanendael.org/calendar-events for info. April 10—Green Screen Film Festival. Join the DE Center for the Inland Bays for an evening of environmental films & discussion at Signatures at Bayside, Selbyville, time TBD. Visit inlandbays.org or email mcarter@inlandbays.org. April 10 — Speaker Series: “Colonial Lewes” Learn more about colonial Lewes with an engaging talk by historian Jim Ruth, as he explores the early days of the town, its set- tlers, and their enduring legacy. The event will take place at the Rollins Center, 101 Adams Ave., Lewes from 5–6 p.m. Admission is $10 per person. For more info, visit histori- clewes.org.2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 15 www.agriculturalmuseum.org Follow us on Facebook & Instagram 866 North Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901 302-555-0551 • events@deagriculturalmuseum.org Family Day Saturday, July 12th 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Farm to Table Dinner Fundraiser Saturday, June 7th 5:30 – 7:00 PM Wedding & Event Expo Sunday, April 6th 1:00 – 5:00 PM 2025 Spring & Summer Events CREATE A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES HERE www.theBiggsMuseum.org 406 Federal St, Dover, DE See APRIL EVENTS - page 17 April Events - from pg. 14 April 11-13 - Coastal Delaware Running Festival. Featuring a Marathon ½ marathon, a 9k and a 5k benefiting Delaware charities. This is aBoston Marathon Qualifying Run. The marathon course is flat and fast and the perfect place for a PR (personal record) and/or to qualify for Boston. Races begin and finish on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Visit www.codelrun.com for info or to register. April 11-13 - 2025 Food Truck Competition at Harvest Ridge Winery. 25+ of the most talented and popular trucks in the area will be duking it out over two days to vie for your vote. The winery is located at 447 Westville Road, Marydel. call 302-343-9437 or visit www.harvestridgewinery.com for info. April 12 – Town of Millville Easter Egg Hunt. Egg Hunt, crafts and visit with the Easter Bunny for kids 10 and under at Millville’s Evans Park from 10 a.m.-noon. Visit millville. delaware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302-858-3638. April 12 – Georgetown Easter Egg Hunt-The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual Easter egg hunt on April 12th. In previous years, the day has featured visits with the Easter Bunny, face painting, inflatables, story time with Farmer McGregor, rides the little toot train, free cotton candy and an Easter egg hunt by Yarn & Bone. For info on this year’s hunt, call the chamber at 302-856-1544 or visit www.georgetowncoc.com. April 12 - The Seaford Parks & Recreation Department annual Easter Egg Hunt. For children ages 9 and under. All participants need to bring their own basket. The Easter Page 162025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner See MAY EVENTS - page 17 Bunny will be joining the occasion and there will be a free raffle for a chance to win a special Easter basket at the Seaford Sports Complex, 490 N Market St Ext, Seaford. Call 302-629-6809 for this year’s time or email seafordrec@ seafordde.com. April 12 – 2025 Merchants Attic Indoor Garage Sale. From 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes. The Rehoboth Beach – Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce will hold one Supersized Merchants’ Attic at Cape Henlopen High School. Up to 100 vendors will be sell- ing their wares including excess business inventory, hand- made items, antiques, collectibles, and second-hand house- hold items. Visit www.beach-fun.com or call 302-227-6446. April 12 –Simply Charming Anniversary Celebration. Browse through the boutiques located throughout the stores to find specials, spring décor and gifts. Located at 2 S. Railroad Avenue in Wyoming and at 11 Mill Street. Call 302-697-7377 or visit www.simplycharmingde.com for info. April 12—Cape Artists of Lewes Gallery. Tulip themed artwork, painting demos, plein air painters in town 110 W. Third St., Lewes from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., light refreshments 644-7733 CapeArtists.org April 12—History In Bloom Tours held in conjunction with the Lewes Tulip Celebration. Tickets at historiclewes. org. April 14—The 27th Annual Breast Cancer Update “Breast Cancer: The State We’re In”. (Virtual, Zoom) Visit debreast- cancer.org. April 17—Downtown Lewes Nature Tour. Walking tour through Lewes highlighting the native & non-native plants. Registration required, 2 p.m. Starts at Zwaanendael Museum. 302-645-1148 or zmuseum@delaware.gov. April 18 – 2025 Great Delaware Kite Festival & Egg Hunt. A Good Friday tradition sponsored by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and Delaware State Parks at Cape Henlopen State Park in Lewes. Registration begins at 10 a.m. and competition begins at 11:30 a.m.The Easter Egg Hunt begins at 11 a.m. Free, but fees for some competitors and park admission applies. For info, call 302-645-8073 or visit www.leweschamber.com April 18 & 19—Lewes In Bloom Tulip Sale. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Bank Street Plaza at the corner of 2nd Street & Bank St., Lewes. Visit LewesInBloom.org. April 19 – Rehoboth Beach Kite Fun Fly. Sponsored by Rehoboth Toy and Kite, at Virginia Avenue and the Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach. Free. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. with an appearance by the Easter Bunny. For info, call 302-227-6996 or visit www.rehobothkite.com. April 19—Lewes Canalfront Park’s Easter Bunny Bonanza. 11 a.m.Visit the Easter Bunny and hunt for Easter eggs. Visit lewescanafrontpark.org. April 19 - Bunny Palooza 5K & 1 mile walk at the band- stand in Bethany Beach, 8 a.m. Register online at bunnyp- aloozarun.com. April 20 – The Rehoboth Beach Easter Sunrise Service. New Covenant Presbyterian Church usually holds the ser- vice at the Laurel St. Pavilion on the Boardwalk beginning at 6.am. Call 302-644-6800 for info. April 20 - The Bethany Beach Easter Sunrise service. A local group of friends carries on the tradition every year at sunrise. Gather at the Bethany Beach bandstand, Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach. April 20- The Lewes Easter Sunrise Service. The service usually is held at 6:30 a.m., near Lions Club snack shack on Lewes Beach, Lewes. Hymns, preaching and prayer, attendees advised to dress warmly and bring chairs, offer- ings given go to Cape Henlopen Food Basket. April 20- Long Neck Easter sunrise service is usually held at sunrise at Massey’s Landing(look for signs). Call 302- 945-9453 to verify time. April 20– Fenwick Island Easter Sunrise Service. St. Matthews by the Sea UMC usually holds the service at 6:30 a.m. on the beach at Dagsboro St., Fenwick. Call 302-537- 1402 for info. April 22—Earth Day Clean Up. Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park annual trash clean-up in east Lewes. Meet at Johnnie Walker Beach parking lot at 9 a.m. All volunteers welcome April 22 – Earth Day at Antique Alley of Bridgeville. Recycle/Repurpose (Furniture Restoration Contest par- ticipants featured and voted on)18208 Sussex Hwy., Bridgeville. Call 302-337-3137 or visit antiquealleyde.com. April 23 -27 – Rehoboth Beach Jewish Film Festival at the Cinema Art Theater in Lewes. Visit www.rehobothfilm.com or call 302-645-9095 for film info. April 24 - 27 – 29th annual Delmarva Spring Birding Weekend, throughout the peninsula celebrating the migra- tion of hundreds of warblers, shorebirds and waterfowl. Canoe, kayak, boat trips and guided walks, as well as sev- eral receptions. For info, visit delmarvabirding.com April 25-26 - Friends of Lewes Public Library Beach Reads Book Sale. April 25-3-5 p.m., April 26 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Lewes Public Library 111 Adams Avenue, Lewes. Call 302-645-2733 or visit lewes.lib.de.us/ April 26 & 30—The MET Live in HD presents LE NOZZE di FIGARO at the Cinema Art Theater in Lewes. Visit RehobothFilm.com. April 26 - The 3rd Annual Harry K Foundation Rehoboth Beach Chocolate Crawl. The annual Chocolate Festival is now the Chocolate Crawl. Tickets go on sale in February. For info like or follow the Harry K foundation on facebook or visit harrykfoundation.org April 26—261st Coast Artillery Battalion Delaware Defense Day at Fort Miles Museum. On May 8, 1945, the Allies declared victory in Europe in World War II. Fort Miles will celebrate the victory in its annual living history event. See firing demonstrations, WW II reenactors, mili- tary vehicles, learn about garrison life at Fort Miles, listen to guest speakers from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at Cape Henlopen State Park. Visit fortmilesha.org. April 26- 10 Year Anniversary at Antique Alley of Bridgeville. 10% off storewide and surprises. 18208 Sussex Hwy., Bridgeville. Call 302-337-3137 or visit antiqueal- leyde.com. April 27—3rd Annual Beebe Brunch at Bayside Resort Golf Club. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. BeebeHealthcare.org/Beebe- Medical-Foundation May-Sept. -The Freeman Arts Pavilion at Bayside. The Freeman Stage promotes arts and music throughout the summer with many nationally known performers as well as local performers. For more information and the complete schedule, visit freemanstage.org or call 302-436-3015. May 1, 10 & 15, June 5, 14 & 19, July 3, 12 & 17, Aug. April Events - from page 15See MAY EVENTS - page 18 2025 EVENTS Saturday, JUNE 7th Friday, JULY 4th JUNE thru OCTOBER INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION CONCERTS Town of Bethany Beach www.townofbethanybeach.com SEASIDE CRAFT SHOW POSEIDON FESTIVAL MAY 23rd - 25th SONGWRITER SHOWCASE MAY 30th - JUNE 1st destateparks.com/Reservations/Cottages rustic waterfrontrustic waterfront May Events - from page 16 2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 17 7, 9 & 21 —The HMS DeBraak Tours. Tours include an opportunity to see remnants of this unique 18th century shipwreck. Contact the Zwaanendael Museum for more details. Call 302-645-1148 or email zmuseum@delaware.gov May 2 & 3– 36th Anniversary Bethany-Fenwick Ocean to Bay Bike Tour. Join cyclists of all levels in the Quiet Resorts for a cycling tour through Sussex County’s beautiful beach- es, bays, and beyond! This award-winning event, presented by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce, offers cyclists a 10 mile on May 2 or 3 and on May 3, 30 mile, 50 mile, metric century, and century rides on flat ter- rain. For info call 302-539-2100 or visit www.oceantobay- biketour.com. May 2-4 – 42nd Annual Spring Sidewalk Sale at down- town Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach resort area. “It is a weekend for deals and fabulous finds! Shopping in down- town Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, and Route One has never offered more merchandise at discount prices! The sale begins Friday and ends on Sunday running from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily (store hours may vary).” For addi- tional information contact the Chamber at 302-227-6446 or visit beach-fun.com. May 2 - 4 - Lewes Merchants’ Spring Sidewalk Sale. Historic Lewes Commercial District, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 302-645-8073 or visit www.leweschamber.com for info. May 2 & 3—WHEN THE TALKIES LEARNED TO Next >