< PreviousPage 182025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner May Events from page 17 See MAY EVENTS - page 20 SING. By Lazy Mary Productions—performances on May 2–4:30 p.m. & May 3–2:30 p.m. Popular works from the Golden Age of Cinema. At the Cinema Art Theater in Lewes. LazyMaryProductions.com or RehobothFilm.com May 3 - Southern DE Food & Wine Festival. Delaware’s most indulgent wine, food and music festival with 20+ top restaurants, 100+ wines, craft beer & cocktails, 2 bands, bourbon tasting, silent auction, wine wall, live art- ist demonstration(and auction) & more. Having a great time while pouring vital proceeds into local non-profits! Beneficiaries this year are Sussex County Habitat for Humanity and the Harry K Foundation from noon-3:30 p.m. at Schellville. Visit www.sodelfest.com. May 3 – 2025 Lewes British Motorcar Show -Visit the Cape May Lewes Ferry terminal for the ultimate British Motorcar Show Sponsored by The Lewes Chamber of Commerce. The show is concluded with a parade of cars down the streets of historic Lewes at 3 p.m. Visit from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more information, call The Lewes Chamber of Commerce at 302-645-8073 or visit www. leweschamber.com. May 3 - Cape Artists of Lewes Gallery Sidewalk Art exhibit. 110 W. Third St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.—Light refresh- ments Call 302-644-7733 or visit CapeArtists.org. May 3—Water Family Fest & Native Plant Sale. DE Center for the Inland Bays 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the James Farm Ecological Preserve, 30048 Cedar Neck Rd, Ocean View. Free family-friendly event. Visit Inlandbays.org May 3 -Old Inlet Spring Surf Fishing Tournament. 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. in Designated surf fishing areas in the Delaware Seashore State Park. Conquest Road south to the 1000 foot marker north of the Indian River Inlet. All of 3R’s Road fishing area. Keybox Road just south of Dewey Beach is not in the tournament area. Fenwick Island State Park is not in the tournament area. Sponsored by Old Inlet Bait & Tackle. For more info, call 302-227-7974 or visit www. oldinlet.com. May 8— Haunted Histories Paranormal Investigations. Hear haunting histories and true tales of long-ago residents. Tours begin at the LHS Historic Main Campus at 110 Shipcarpenter Street from 8 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.. Cost: $35 per adult. Registration is required. Visit historiclewes.org or call 302-645-7076. May 8—Speaker Series: “An Evening with Andrew Lyter,”. Join Andrew Lyter, executive director of Historic Lewes, as he discusses his new book, Going Among English Sailors: American Tars & HMS Belvidera, 1809– 1814. Explore the complexities of loyalty and citizenship among American sailors in the Royal Navy during the age of sail. The event takes place at the Rollins Center, 101 Adams Ave. from 5–6 p.m. with admission at $10 per per- son. Visit historiclewes.org. May 9 – June 8 – What about the women, Alternate Firings & Nature Portraits exhibitions at the Rehoboth Art League. Visit rehobothartleague.org. May 9 & 16 – Town of Ocean View Classic Movie Nights. 7:30 p.m, John West Park, Ocean View. May 9-40th anni- versary of Goonies, May 16-45th anniversary of Jaws. For info call 302-539-9797 or visit www.oceanviewde.gov/ EventsinthePark. May 9-10- 2025 Spring Dewey Golden Jubilee. There are some fun activities planned, all revolving around enjoying furry goldens for some fun in the sun on Dewey’s dog- friendly beaches. Visit dewey’s golden jubilee on facebook or call 443-761-8892 for info. May 10 - Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Event at Cape Henlopen State Park. The event has three major components: Competition, Education, and Celebration. The race through the state parks and beaches of Delaware is a competition for all levels and will honor the men and women who have sacrificed for our freedoms in the Middle East. The finish line will encompass the other components. With the assistance of volunteers from our local schools and military members across our nation, a Middle East Historical Exhibit will be available for everyone to enjoy. This walk through history will help connect our communi- ties with the military members attending the event. Lastly, there will be a “Celebration 4 Warriors” with local vendors and live music from 10:00am – 4:00pm. Stay, enjoy the celebration, and connect with people, military and civilian, from across the United State of America. Visit race4war- riors.org for info or to register. May 13 – 19th annual Baywood Golf Classic. Baywood Greens Golf Course to benefit the Beebe Medical Foundation. Call 302-644-2900 or visit BeebeHealthcare. org/Beebe-Medical-Foundation May 14 – Town of Millville Lower Case Blues Concert. Free concert at Millville’s Evans Park. Visit millville.dela- ware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302-858-3638. May 16, June 6 & 20, July 18, Aug. 1 & 15 - Downtown Seaford Friday Night Live. Live music, drinks, food and fun 414 High St., Seaford. For info visit seafordtomorrow.org- May 17 - Rehoboth Arts Festival- The Rehoboth Art League and the City of Rehoboth Beach have partnered again to present the City’s arts festival to be held at Grove Park from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., where artists will showcase and sell their work. The event will fill Rehoboth Beach with tents of original, quality artwork, where RAL member artists can sell their work. For more info call 302-227-8408 or visit www. rehobothartleague.org. May 17 – Annual Jack O’Hollaren Wheels for Meals Bike Ride. Ride through scenic Delaware in support of Meals on Wheels. Enjoy beautiful rural Sussex County while riding in the 2025 Wheels for Meals event! This fully supported ride to accommodate all….10 mile family ride, 25, 40, 50 & metric century, begins & ends at Hudson Field where you’ll enjoy a delicious barbeque chicken lunch, tasty beverages, great live music & incredible door prizes. Visit www.bik- ereg.com/mowlr May 17—Overfalls Lightship Opening Day and Lewes Maritime Day. Lewes Canalfront Park, 10 a.m. –2 p.m., overfalls.org. May 17—Chantey Fest. Join Historic Lewes at their main campus, 110 Shipcarpenter, for a festival celebrating the maritime traditions of Lewes and the sea through music, art, and history. Highlights include art from scrimshaw to tattoos, historical demonstrations and crafts, and a robust slate of bands performing music of the sea, headlined by The Dreadnoughts from 11–8 p.m. Visit historiclewes.org or call 302-645-7076. May 20 – 23 - UD By the Sea - A Four Day OLLI Event in Rehoboth Beach. Kick off your summer with a fun learning event at UD by the Sea! Designed by and for OLLI mem-2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 19 Page 202025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner See MAY & JUNE EVENTS - Page 21 302-629-9173 www.seafordde.com P.O. BOX 1100 414 High Street Seaford, DE 19973 THISTHIS Discover SeafordDiscover Seaford SummerSummer Discover the charm of Seaford this summer! Nestled along the beautiful Nanticoke River, our town offers the perfect escape for families, friends, and explorers alike. Stroll through our downtown, where unique shops, local eateries, and friendly faces await. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, unique finds, or a cozy place to dine, Seaford has something for everyone. The Perfect Place to Start.The Perfect Place to Start. The Seaford Historical Society… invites You to Come Confirm Your Visit, Contact the Museum Office: 302-628-9828 www.seafordhistoricalsociety.com T o u r t h e H i s t o r y o f W es t er n S u s s e x C o u n t y Governor Ross Mansion 19th Century Masterpiece 23669 Ross Station Rd. Seaford, DE Sat. & Sun. 1-4 pm Seaford Museum 203 High Steet Seaford, DE Thurs., Fri., Sat. 1-4 pm May Events from page 18 bers, UD by the Sea provides OLLI members and guests with programming, activities and social time in Rehoboth Beach. Registration is open to the public, as well as all past and current OLLI members and guests! Visit www.olli.udel. edu/ud-by-the-sea for more info. May 23-25 - Bethany Beach Poseidon Festival. Celebrate the sea with island-inspired entertainment while learning to prepare for potential coastal emergencies. Activities include live sand sculpting, pirate/mermaid exhibits, crab derby, marine science, island themed entertainment & more at the Bethany Bandstand! For updates contact the Town of Bethany Beach at 302-539-8011 or visit www.townofbetha- nybeach.com. May 24 - Annual Milton Horseshoe Crab & Shorebird Festival. Celebrating nature in Milton. This festival cel- ebrates horseshoe crabs and migrating shorebirds, long considered by many to be a natural wonder of the Delaware Bay. Activities include carft vendors, kids activities, nature explorations, food trucks, kayak & canoe rentals, eco tours and more! For info call 302-684-1101, or visit www.his- toricmilton.com. May 24 - Annual Artisans Fair at Lord Baltimore Elementary, Rt. 26, Ocean View. The show features a diverse array of artisans from all media, including fine art, photography, jewelry, glass, metalwork, fiber work, pottery, and wood. Both inside and outside vendors. Other features of the show include a bake sale, an auction of crafts made by the artisans, and a 50/50 raffle. Concessions are available on the grounds. Admission to the show and parking are free from 9-3 p.m. For info on this year’s event call 302-732- 6336 or visit www.southcoastalaarp.org/. May 24 & 25 - 13th Annual Bowers Beach Buccaneer Bash. Pirates invading Bowers Beach Delaware for a week- end of fun and games, plundering and pillaging, pirating and buccaneering. This family friendly event will include demonstrations, pirate battles, cannon and musket firing, sword fighting, pirate costume contests for children and adults, skits, period and craft vendors, great food, story-tell- ing, live period music and boat rides on Sunday. Daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For info call 302-222-6341 or visit bowers- beach.delaware.gov/museum/ or their facebook page. Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day - Rehoboth Beach Bandstand Concerts, Rehoboth Ave. & Boardwalk, Fri.-Sun at 8 p.m., 302-644-2288, Visit www.rehobothbandstand. com/ for this year’s schedule. May 26—Lewes Memorial Day Parade. 11 a.m. American Legion Post 17, Lewes. Call 302-645-1751. May 26 - The City of Milford Memorial Day Ceremony. 10:30 a.m., Milford High School auditorium. Call 302-422- 6616 for info. May 26 -Lewes Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony at Col. David Hall’s Gravesite., Lewes Presbyterian Church, 133 Kings Hwy., Lewes. 10 a.m., Call 302-542-0433 for info on this year’s ceremony. May 27 - VFW Post 7234 usually conducts the annual Bethany Beach Memorial Day service on the Bethany band- stand at 11 a.m. followed by an open house from noon to 2 p.m. at the Post. Call 302- 539-9981 for info. May 27 – American Legion Post 5 usually hosts the annual Rehoboth Beach Memorial Day service at the bandstand at 2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 21 See JUNE & JULY EVENTS - Page 22 Food & Food & Craft Vendors Craft Vendors Food & Food & Craft Vendors Craft Vendors LIVELIVE DJ DJ LIVELIVE DJ DJ Saturday, June 28Saturday, June 28 thth Millsboro Little League Fields 6-9:30 pmMillsboro Little League Fields 6-9:30 pm Fireworks Display at Dusk Fireworks Display at Dusk Rain Date June 29, 2025 For more information and sponsorship opportunities, call us at 302-934-6777 S t a r s S t a r s S t a r s S t a r s S t r i p e s S t r i p e s S t r i p e s S t r i p e s & & && For more info visit www.millsborochamber.com or visit the Millsboro Chamber Facebook page May & June Events from page 20 11 a.m. Call 302-227-8999 for info. May 30-31 – 2nd Grundy Insurance Mid-Atlantic Nationals Hot Rod Car Show. Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, the world’s largest hot rodding association and producer of America’s Favorite Car Show is bringing custom cars, trick trucks, lowriders, modern muscle machines and more to Dover Speedway. For info call 800-441-RACE or visit www.doverspeedway.com or good-guys.com. May 31 – 2025 Rehoboth Beach Main Street Margarita Crawl. Participating Restaurants from 1-4 p.m. Call 302- 227-2772 or visit www.downtownrb.com. June -Aug. - Monday Night Movies and Wednesday Night Bonfires on Dewey Beach. Bring your family, a blanket, and some popcorn to Dewey beach on Mondays for family movie night at 8:30 p.m. from June 16- Aug. 18. Bring your family, beach chair and some marshmallows to the beach at Dagsworthy St. in Dewey on Wednesdays June 18 – Aug. 20 for a bonfire. Bonfires will be held every Wednesday evening from 7 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For info about this year’s events call 302-227- 6446 or visit www.beach-fun.com Tuesdays in June, July & August - Concerts in Lewes’ Stango Park, Lewes, at 7 p.m. For information, call the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, 302-645-8073 or visit www. ci.lewes.de.us. June - Annual Delmar Day in the Park Festival. A fun- filled day for the entire family at State Street Park in Delmar. For info call 302-846-3336. June – Aug., Sept. & Oct. - Bethany Beach Bandstand Concert Series. Not just a summer series anymore. Thursdays in June – Aug., Sat. and Sun. in Sept. and Oct. For more info about this year’s events contact the Town of Bethany Beach at 302-539-8011 or visit www.townofbethanybeach.com. June 1 - 6 – Coastal Delaware Restaurant Week featuring restaurants in Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Lewes and Coastal Delaware. For info about this year’s participants call 302-227- 6446 or visit www.beach-fun.com June 4—Overfalls Family Program. Lightship Overfalls (LV118) at Lewes Canalfront Park from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Visit overfalls.org. June 6, 20, 27 – Town of Ocean View Concerts in the Park, 6:30 p.m. at John West Park, Ocean View. June 6-Hot Sauce Band, June 20-Love Seed Mama Jump, June 27-The Funsters. For info call 302-539-9797 or visit www.ocean- viewde.gov/EventsinthePark. June 6—D-Day Memorial Ceremony at Fort Miles. The Fort Miles Museum in Cape Henlopen State Park will present a D-Day Oral Historical Presentation, D-Day Chaplain’s Kit Delawarean Honoree Ceremony & Museum Tours from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Visit FortMilesMuseum.org. June 7 – 20th Annual Bethany Beach Seaside Craft Show. The show is presented by the Bethany Beach Cultural & Historical Affairs Committee in Downtown Bethany Beach from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A juried fine craft show featuring 100+ vendors in downtown Bethany. For updates contact the Town of Bethany Beach at 302-539-8011 or visit www. townofbethanybeach.com. June 7 – Farm to Table Dinner Fundraiser. The Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village, 866 N. DuPont Hwy., Dover from 5 -7:30 p.m. Call 302-734-1618 or visit www. agriculturalmuseum.org. June 7 – Town of Millville Family Fun Day Hunt, crafts Page 222025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner See JULY & AUGUST EVENTS - Page 23 Open Year-Round Weekly schedule of first-run Indies, Docs, Features, International films & more! REHOBOTH BEACH INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL NOV. 3 - 9, 2025 REHOBOTHFILM.COM 17701 Darmouth Drive n Lewes, DE n 302-645-9095 E-mail: info@rehobothfilm.com June & July Events from page 21 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. June 7, 8 - 2025 Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival - The festival is a celebration of all things sea glass and offers for sale the wonderful, and artistic, coastal creations of talented artisans who represent the best of the Atlantic seaboard from New Hampshire to Florida. The beautiful Lewes Historical Society campus located at 110 Shipcarpenter Street will also play host to fun and informa- tive activities for children of all ages. Call 302-645-7670 or visit www.HistoricLewes.org for more information. June 9 – Town of Millville DJ Trivia. From 6-8 p.m. at the Millville Community Center located at Millville’s Evans Park. Visit millville.delaware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302- 858-3638. June 11 – Town of Millville The Funsters Concert. Free concert at Millville’s Evans Park from 6-8 p.m. Visit mill- ville.delaware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302-858-3638. June 14 & 15—Summer Living Expo. Sat. 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; Cape Henlopen High School Free Admission/Gifts & Prizes Email Kathy@DEexpos.com June 14 – 2nd annual Classic Car Show at Indian River Marina. 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. at the Indian River Marina. Call 302-227-3071 or visit www.destateparks.com/indian-river- marina/ for info. June 14 – 68th annual Selbyville Old Timer’s Day Car & Truck Show. The Town of Selbyville and the Bethany- Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce travel back in time as they celebrate tradition and the classics. Over 100 vehicles from 1993 and earlier will fill uptown Church Street in Selbyville from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Enjoy music, an out- door beer garden, local artisans, delicious food and drinks, and fun activities for the whole family. call 302-436-8314, 302-539-2100 or visit oldtimersdayde.com. June 16 - Aug. 18 - Monday Movies and Wednesday Bonfires in Dewey Beach. Bring your family, a blanket, and some popcorn to Dewey beach on Mondays for family movie night at 8:30 p.m. from June 17- Aug. 19. Bring your family, beach chair and some marshmallows to the beach at Dagsworthy St. in Dewey on Wednesdays June 18 – Aug. 20 for a bonfire. Bonfires will be held every Wednesday evening from 7 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For info about this year’s events call 302-227- 6446 or visit www.beach-fun.com June 17 – 5th Annual S. Coastal Golf Classic at Bayside Resort Golf Club, 8:30 a.m. Visit BeebeHealthcare.org/ Beebe-Medical-Foundation June 20-22 – 10th annual Kids Catch-All Fishing tourna- ment. This is a premier kids fishing event at the Indian River Marina near Rehoboth Beach, one of the best fishing areas located on the East Coast. Great fishing...an all-you-can- eat dinner event for the whole family each night, free event t-shirt, door prizes, custom-made trophies at the beauti- ful marina setting. To help raise money for Lyme Disease Assoc. of Delmarva. Call 302-227-3071 or visit www.kid- scatchall.com for info. June 21 - 2025 Lewes Garden Tour - The Lewes Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau hosts the 34th annual Lewes Garden Tour featuring delightfully unique and pri- vate gardens that can only be fully appreciated by stepping inside the gates that enclose them. In addition to touring the gardens, the event includes a Garden Market where more than 40 vendors are located, selling garden related items during the hours of the tour (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) For more info call 302-645-8073 or visit www.leweschamber.com. June 23 – Town of Millville Music Bingo. From 6-8 p.m. at the Millville Community Center located at Millville’s Evans Park. Visit millville.delaware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302-858-3638. June 25 – Town of Millville Dustin Showers Concert. Free concert at Millville’s Evans Park from 6-8 p.m. Visit /millville.delaware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302-858-3638. June 28—Annual Lewes Juneteenth Celebration. Juneteenth Freedom Day Outdoor event at George H.P. Smith Park, Lewes including live music, dance, presen- tations, food trucks, more. Host City of Lewes African American Heritage Commission June 28 – 7th Annual Millsboro Stars & Stripes Event - The Greater Millsboro Chamber of Commerce sponsors the annual Millsboro Independence Day event. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. Come out for an evening of good food, music, and family fun capped off with Fireworks at Dusk at the Millsboro Little League Fields. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Call 302-934-6777 or visit www.millsboro- chamber.com. July 3—Concert at Lewes Canalfront Park—The Funsters! 6:30–8:30 p.m. Free! Bring a beach blanket or chair. Visit lewescanalfrontpark.org/event. July 4- Annual Bethany Beach Fourth of July Parade and fireworks Independence Day Celebration. The parade, with six marching bands and five other bands riding in trucks, will march down Pennsylvania and Atlantic avenues in the resort town. Starting time is noon and red, white and blue bicycles, as usual, will be the highlight. An evening concert on the bandstand begins at 7:30, followed by fireworks, vis- ible throughout Bethany Beach at dusk dependent on beach conditions. Call 302-539-8011 or visit www.townofbetha- nybeach.com for updates. July 4 – Lewes Old Fashioned 4th of July. The City of Lewes continues its long tradition of hosting old-fashioned games for children on Second Street beginning at 9 a.m. Following the games, the Lewes Fourth of July Boat Parade will wind its way down the Lewes – Rehoboth canal to Fisherman’s Wharf as part of the City of Lewes’ 4th of July holiday festivities. The parade entrants will leave from Roosevelt Inlet across from the Coast Guard Station at 1:30 2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 23 See AUGUST EVENTS - Page 26 July & August Events from page 22 p.m. and reach the judges’ reviewing stand at Fisherman’s Wharf at approximately 2:00 p.m. The annual Doo-Dah Parade starts around 5 p.m. on Manilla Drive and then turns onto Kings Highway. The annual Lewes Fireworks display will fill the skies at dusk. Call 302-645-8073, visit www. leweschamber.com or visit gofourthlewes.org for info. July 4 – Laurel Independence Day Celebration. The day has traditionally begun with a Prayer Breakfast at 8 a.m. The evening festivities follow at 5 p.m. including food vendors and craft vendors set up in town, a Little Miss Independence Pageant, Corn Hole contest, bands performing during the evening, and the day ending with fireworks. Call 302-875- 2277 or visit www.townoflaurel.net or on Facebook. July 4 -Milton’s Bring Mayberry Back Hometown July 4th Event. Milton’s down home, home town celebration includes kids bicycle decorating contest & parade, old fash- ioned carnival games, dunk tank, train rides, petting zoo, water balloon fight, food trucks & more from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For info email mare@irisheyespub.com or call 302-684- 5005, 302-684-1101 or visit historicmilton.com. July 5- Rehoboth Beach Fireworks 2025. Celebrate Independence Day in Rehoboth Beach with spectacular fire- works display at approximately 9:30 p.m. The fireworks are launched from the beach south of Rehoboth Avenue and vis- ible up and down the boardwalk and beach. Entertainment at the bandstand begins at 8 pm. Please be in town early. Depending on the weather, the fireworks may be launched any time after 8 p.m. For more info visit www.cityofre- hoboth.com/events or call 302-227-6181. July 5 –St. Peter’s 59th annual Sidewalk Art & Artisan Show. The show, sponsored by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Lewes, will once again be held on Second Street in down- town Lewes from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch will be served as grab and go from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and there will be entertain- ment. Admission is free. For details, call 302-645-8479 or visit stpeterslewes.org. July 5 - Cape Artists of Lewes Gallery Open House. 110 W. Third St., Lewes. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Light refreshments 302-644-7733 CapeArtists.org. July 8 & 9 – 75th Rehoboth Art League Cottage Tour of Rehoboth Beach. 10 a.m-3 pm. Tour beautiful homes in the Rehoboth Beach area from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Visit www. Rehobothartleague.org or call 302-227-8408. July 9 – Town of Millville On the Edge Concert. Free con- cert at Millville’s Evans Park from 6-8 p.m. Visit /millville. delaware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302-858-3638. July 9—Bay Banter & Brews with Delaware Center for the Inland Bays. 3-5 p.m. At Thompson Island Brewing Co., Rehoboth Beach. Visit inlandbays.org. July 10—Speaker Series, “Woodworking in the 18th cen- tury,”. Join woodworking expert Jim Bertholet for an engag- ing talk exploring the tools, techniques, and craftsmanship of 18th-century woodworking. Held at the Rollins Center, 101 Adams Ave. from 5–6 p.m. the program cost is $10 for adults, free for children 12 and under. Visit historiclewes. org. July 12 – Family Day. Free family event at The Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village, 866 N. DuPont Hwy., Dover from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 302-734-1618 or visit www. agriculturalmuseum.org. July 14 – Town of Millville DJ Trivia. From 6-8 p.m. at the Millville Community Center located at Millville’s Evans Park. Visit millville.delaware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302- 858-3638. July 16, Aug. 13—Overfalls Family Program. (Lightship Overfalls (LV118) in Lewes from 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m., Lewes Canalfront Park, Lewes. Visit overfalls.org. July 17 - July 26 – 2025 Delaware State Fair. A Delaware tradition for over 100 years, the fair takes place at the Delaware State Fairgrounds, US 13, Harrington. All the tra- ditional excitement of the fair - competitions, entertainment, concerts, food and rides. Call 302-398-3269 or visit www. Delawarestatefair.com. July 17 – 31st Annual Milford Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic. Southern Delaware Golf Course, Milford. Shotgun start at 1 p.m. Call 302- 422-3344 or visit www. milfordchamber.com. July 18-20 - NASCAR Weekend at Dover. Speed into Dover’s NASCAR Cup race weekend at Dover International Speedway for three days of action-packed racing. July 18th General Tire 150 ARCA Menards Series Race, July 19th BetRivers 200, NASCAR Xfinity Series Race, July 20th NASCAR Cup Series race. For Ticket availability call 800- 441-RACE or visit www.doverspeedway.com. July 23-24 – 33rd annual Beach and Bay Cottage Tour. The Friends of the South Coastal Library sponsors the annual house tour in the Bethany Beach/Fenwick Island area. Virtual tour from July 13-Aug 3. Call 302-537-5828 or visit www.foscl.com for details. July 26 –Meg 2 Outdoor movie at the Indian River Marina. 8:30 p.m. at the Indian River Marina. Call 302-227-3071 or visit www.destateparks.com/indian-river-marina/ for info. July 28 – Town of Millville Music Bingo. From 6-8 p.m. at the Millville Community Center located at Millville’s Evans Park. Visit millville.delaware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302-858-3638. Aug. 2—Learn about the changing seasons, historical tra- ditions and make a unique, nature-based craft. Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy. 302-645-1148 or zmuseum@ delaware.gov. Aug. 2—Teen Craft Fair at Lewes Public Library. Local teen vendors will be selling one-of-a-kind arts & crafts, food trucks, face painting & more. 10 a.m–2 pm lewes.lib.de.us 645-2733 Aug. 2 - 15th Annual CHEER Car-Truck-Bike Show. 10 a.m. -2 p.m., CHEER Community Center, 20520 Sand Hill Rd, Georgetown. For info call 302-515-0001 or visit cheerde.com Aug. 2-3 & 9-10– 52nd Annual Outdoor Fine Art & Craft Show at the Rehoboth Art League featuring more than 100 artists and artisans at the Art League’s campus. For info visit www.rehobothartleague.org or call 302-227-8408. August 9—Celebrating National Lighthouse Day. Learn about the history of lighthouses in Del. & create your own paper cup lighthouse. 11 am–3 p.m., Zwaanendael Museum. Call 302-645-1148 or email zmuseum@delaware.gov. Aug. 11 – Town of Millville DJ Trivia. From 6-8 p.m. at the Millville Community Center located at Millville’s Evans Park. Visit millville.delaware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302- 858-3638. Aug. 13 – Town of Millville Concert. Free concert (TBD) at Millville’s Evans Park from 6-8 p.m. Visit /millville.dela- ware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302-858-3638.See GEORGETOWN & LEWES ATTRACTIONS - page 25 Page 242025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner Southern Delaware Attractions We suggest visiting the listed websites or calling to verify their current operating conditions before visiting. BETHANY BEACH AND FENWICK ISLAND AREA: Bethany Beach Boardwalk and Bandstand: Stroll along the relaxing boardwalk and take in the Atlantic breezes. The Bandstand offers dozens of free concerts and other entertain- ment throughout the summer and fall. Bethany Beach is also the site of the annual Craft Show in June and the Boardwalk Arts Festival in September. Visit http://www.townofbetha- nybeach.com/98/Bandstand or call 302-539-8011. Bethany Beach Dinker-Irvin Museum: Located across from Central Park at 318 Garfield Parkway, this beautifully restored cottage offers visitors an immersive experience of an historically significant early 1900’s home and a glimpse of what life was like during the early days of the town. It is one of the few remaining original cottages in Bethany Beach and the oldest public building in town. It served as a U.S. Post Office from 1922-25. Visit www.townofbethanybeach. com or 302-539-8725. Bethany Beach History Museum: The museum hosts a collection of photography and local archaeological arti- facts representing the history of Bethany Beach from 1901 through today. Located in the Bethany Beach Town Hall on Garfield Parkway and Route One. www.townofbethany- beach.com or 302-539-8011. Bethany-Fenwick Chamber of Commerce InformationCenter: Located conveniently on Route 1, Coastal Highway, between Fenwick Island and the Delaware State Park. This beautifully appointed building is staffed by information specialists to answer questions about the area. Open daily and extended openings seasonally. (302) 539- 2100, ext. 110, (800) 962-SURF (7873), www.thequietre- sorts.com. Chief Little Owl: This twenty-six foot totem pole is named in honor of a chief of the Delaware’s native Nanticoke Indians. Chief Little Owl is a welcoming sight at the intersection of Route One and Garfield Parkway in Bethany Beach. DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum: This fascinating muse- um contains maritime artifacts from local shipwrecks, as well as a large collection of sea life and shells from around the world. See jewelry and hundreds of coins, silver and gold bars, porcelain and pottery recovered from wrecks. Other exhibits include weapons found along the Delmarva Peninsula, a lighthouse display and hundreds of shells and collectibles. Located on Route One and Bayard Street, Fenwick Island (second floor of Sea Shell City). Admission is free, but donations are welcome. For hours, call 302- 539- 9366 or visit www.discoversea.com. Fenwick Island Lighthouse: This 87-foot tall light was authorized by the U.S. Government Lighthouse Board in 1858 as a navigational point for sailors, who could see the light from fifteen miles at sea. Its brick walls are 27 inches thick. The site open during the summer includes early pho- tos of Fenwick Island, artifacts and a souvenir shop. Located just off Rt. 54, Fenwick Island. Free admission. 302-539- 4115, Visit fenwickislandlighthouse.org for hours. Fenwick Island State Park: Fenwick Island State Park invites visitors to its peaceful ocean and bay shorelines. Swimming and sunbathing are popular activities on the ocean side of the park. The white sand beaches gradually slope into the Atlantic, creating a broad swimming area patrolled by lifeguards during the summer. The park fea- tures a modern bathhouse, which offers convenient showers and changing rooms, a satellite park office, and a snack food concession. During the summer months, beach umbrellas and chairs may be rented on the beach. Mobi-Mat equip- ment, consisting of three 30-foot mats allowing those in wheelchairs and power chairs to access the beach from the boardwalk, is available here. Open daily 8 a.m. to sunset. Entrance fee March 1st through November 30th. 302-539- 1055 or 302-227-2800, www.destateparks.com/Beaches/ FenwickIsland Fishing Facilities, Bethany-Fenwick: Marinas are avail- able with head boats and charter boats for full-day and half-day fishing trips. Call the Bayville Marina, 302-436- 5904; Beaston’s Marina, 302-539-3452, or Indian River Marina, 302-227-3071, www.destateparks.com/MarinaLife/ IndianRiverMarina Holts Landing State Park: Located on the southern shore of Indian River Bay, the park offers family fun, picnicking, a pavilion, playground, boat ramp, nature trail, fishing and clamming. The park’s location on the shoreline affords a great view of the bay. During the summer season, bring the family to enjoy Family Fun Nights and bayside concerts sponsored by the Friends of Holts Landing State Park. Off Route 26 near Millville. Open daily 8 a.m. to sunset. Entrance fee March 1st through November 30th, annual vehicle permits available. 302-227-2800, destateparks.com/ holtslanding Kayaking & Stand-Up Paddleboard Adventures: Explore beaches, bays and waterways from a different vantage point. Try kayaking! To arrange a professionally guided tour, contact Coastal Kayak, 302-539-7999, www. coastalkayak.com/ or Delaware State Parks at 302-227- 2800 or 302-539-1055, www.destateparks.com/Beaches/ FenwickIsland Viking Golf Theme Park and Thunder Lagoon: Explore replicas of ancient Scandinavian landmarks while you enjoy the 18-hole miniature golf course. Take the ‘fast track’ in go-karts; make a splash in the 400 foot lazy river, 800 square foot kiddie pool, 2,800 square feet activity pool featuring the Black Hole Slide, Kiddie Sea Shell Slide and one of a kind Tipping Viking Ship. Enjoy meals on the Fenwick Boardwalk. Group discounts and birthday celebra- tions. Located on the corner of Rt. 54 and Coastal Highway, Fenwick. 302-539-1644 or 302-539-4027 or www.fenwick- fun.com. DAGSBORO AREA: Clayton Theatre: Like the old movie houses of yesteryear, Delaware’s only single screen theatre still in operation, the Clayton Theatre offers today’s movie goers a rare opportunity to see first run movies in a charming hometown atmosphere. Main Street. www.the- claytontheatre.com 302-732-9606. Delaware Botanic Gardens: The Delaware Botanic Gardens (DBG) is a hidden gem along the shoreline of Pepper Creek near Dagsboro, DE, located about 35 minutes from the beaches in Southern Delaware. DBG was awarded “Best Attraction” in 2022 by Southern Delaware Tourism. There are five main gardens on a 37-acre site, celebrat- ing the beauty and natural ecosystems of the Delmarva 2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 25 See LEWES ATTRACTIONS - page 26 Georgetown, Laurel & Lewes Attractions - from page 24 Peninsula. The Meadow Garden is the jewel in the DBG Crown designed by world-famous Dutch plantsman Piet Oudolf, featuring over 70,000 perennial plants - 85% are native plants. In spring, there are over 200,000 spring bulbs in bloom throughout the gardens. There are wide ADA compatible walking trails, and 12-acre woodlands. Visit www.delaw Prince George’s Chapel: This restored mid-18th cen- tury Anglican Church is now maintained as a museum by the Friends of Prince George’s Chapel, Inc. It is open for visitation on Sundays from 1:00 p.m. until 4 p.m. from July through October. The Chapel is available for worship, wed- dings and baptisms to all denominations. 302-604-8372, dagsboro.delaware.gov/prince-georges-chapel/. U.S. 13 Dragway and Delaware International Speedway: Delaware’s eighth leading visitor attraction provides excit- ing drag racing and dirt track stock car racing events during most of the year. Located on US Route 13, just north of Delmar. Call for a schedule of racing events. 302-846-3911, www.delawareracing.com/ GEORGETOWN AREA:Georgetown Speedway: The Speedway features a fast, half-mile clay oval that produces high speeds and thrilling racing action. The facility has spacious grandstands, ample parking, a large, flat pit area, room for overnight camping and more. The track regularly hosts special events, including the prestigious Lucas Oil Late Model Series races, which bring the best talents in the sport into one thrilling venue and the Camp Barnes Benefit Stock Car Race presented by Greater Georgetown Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center & Southern Delaware Tourism Office: The Chamber Office & Visitor Center is conveniently located at the gateway into Georgetown at 827 East Market Street, and is open most days Mon. thru Fri. 302-856-1544, www. georgetowncoc.com/. Nutter D. Marvel Carriage Museum: A collection of local structures, including barns, a school, church, and blacksmith shop, is the setting for a display of memorabilia and photographs of old Georgetown and Sussex County. Twenty antique horse-drawn carriages, assembled by Mr. Marvel and donated to the Town of Georgetown after his death in 1988, are on display. The museum is operated by the Georgetown Historical Society. Located on South Bedford Street. For tours call 302-855-9660, www.marvel- museum.com/. Delaware Aviation Museum: Features many WWII avia- tion artifacts and displays. Home of the Jeffrey L. Ethell Memorial Aviation Library of over 3,000 aviation related books. The largest aviation library in the east. Aircraft on display, or on the way to the museum include: B-25, L-16, UC-78B, Yak 9, Yak 52, PT26, CJ6, Mig 15, Mig 17, Mig 21, Iskra Jet, Fugi, C-130, Su-25K Frogfoot. Located at the Georgetown Airport, 21513 Rudder Lane. 443-458-8926 or visit www.delawareaviationmuseum.org/ Sandhill Fields: The 56-acre open fresh-air complex is home to cross-country field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, pick- leball and many more activities. On any given day you may find; a youth lacrosse game, a family kicking the soccer ball, pickleball social play, and/or a group walking their dog on our trails. Visit www.sandhillfields.org. Sports at the Beach: Slide into a new season of Baseball excitement at Sports at the Beach! The nearly 100-acre sports complex features sixteen all natural bermuda grass baseball fields where teams from across the East Coast battle it out to take home tournament gold! When players, coaches and fans are not enjoying the on field action, you may see them on one of eight basketball courts, the archery golf range or taking a dive in the olympic sized swimming pool. Call 302-856-7400 or visit www.sportsatthebeach. com for more info. Treasures of the Sea Exhibit: See splendid treasures and a video presentation about the Atocha, a Spanish galleon that sank in 1622 off the Florida Keys. Gold and silver bars from the wreck are on display, along with a cannon, jewels, and other treasures. The gift shop features maritime memora- bilia and children’s gifts. The exhibit is located at Delaware Technical and Community College, 21179 College Drive. call 302-259-6150 or visit www.treasuresofthesea.org/ LAUREL AREA:Laurel Historic District: Laurel is host to more homes on the National Historic Register (800) than any other town in Delaware. Take a tour of Front Street and Indian Trail along scenic Broad Creek. 302-875-1344, www.laureldehistoricalsociety.org/ Laurel Markets: Rt. 13 Market features multiple vendors and is open-year round. 11290 Trussum Pond Road, 302- 875-4800, www.rt13market.com Trap Pond State Park: One of Delaware’s most scenic state parks offers pond side camping, nature trails, pedal boats and canoes (summer rentals), bird watching, picnick- ing and more. Visit beautiful Trussum Pond nearby, contain- ing one of the northernmost stands of bald cypress trees in North America. Located off Route 24, five miles east of Laurel. Open daily 8 a.m. to sunset. Entrance fee March 1st through November 30th, annual vehicle permits avail- able. 302-875-5153, www.destateparks.com/PondsRivers/ TrapPond LEWES AREA:Cape Henlopen State Park: Where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, Delaware’s largest state park features public swimming beaches and bathhouses, a fishing pier, nature trails, camping, bird watching, a World War II observation tower, and the Seaside Nature Center’s educational programs, saltwater aquariums and displays. Open daily 8 a.m. to sunset. Entrance fee March 1st through November 30th, annual vehicle permits available. 302-645-8983, www.destateparks.com/Beaches/ CapeHenlopen Cape May Lewes Ferry: Whether you’re crossing the Delaware Bay for a fun day trip or as part of a long-distance trip, on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, your journey is sure to be a memorable one. Enjoy historic lighthouses, pictur- esque harbors, oceangoing vessels, unique seabirds and, just maybe, your very own dolphin escort! The 17-mile, 85-minute cruise between New Jerseyand Delaware can cut miles off a trip along the Atlantic Coast, connecting points between New Jersey and Delaware. Call 800-64- FERRY or visit www.cmlf.com. Cape Water Tours and Taxi: The family operated com- pany provides public boat tours and cruises, private charters and limited water taxi service.With about 20 different public tours and cruises to choose from, curious minds can book one of their narrated, educational tours or simply take Page 262025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner See LEWES, MILFORD & MILLSBORO ATTRACTIONS- pg. 27 Lewes Attractions - from page 25 in a sunset, experience the thrill of seeing dolphins in their natural habitat, or listen to local musicians share their gift of song on a Live Music Cruise or a seal watching tour in the winter. Angler’s Road, Lewes. Call 302-644-7334 or visit www.capewatertaxi.com. Cinema Art Theater: 17701 Dartmouth Dr., Lewes. Screening hours, Wed.-Sun. Call 302-313-4032 or visit www.rehobothfilm.com for current film screenings. Fisher-Martin House and Lewes Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center: This historic wood-shingled structure houses the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center. Located on Kings Highway, behind the Zwaanendael Museum. Free admission, open daily Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., year-round and Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sun. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Mem. Day- Labor Day. 302-645-8073 or visit www. leweschamber.com. Fort Miles: Lying amidst rolling dunes, in the shadow of a World War II observation tower, is Fort Miles Historical Area. During World War II, the Delaware River was a chief priority for defense planners because of the access it afforded to the giant trade centers of Wilmington, Philadelphia, and beyond. Fort Miles, located in what is now Cape Henlopen State Park, was a key piece in the nation’s coastal defense at that time. Take a tour of the Fort, enjoy an interpretive program, dance to a swing band, and celebrate the “greatest generation” in our nation’s history. The Fort Miles Historic Area grounds are open 8 a.m. to sunset daily. Visit www. fortmiles.org Lighthouses: The Breakwater Light off the coast of Cape Aug. 16-31 – Red Tag Sale Days 50% off deals at Antique Alley of Bridgeville and Downtown Alley of Bridgeville. Call 302-337-3137 or visit antiquealleyde.com. Aug. 23 - Children’s Beach House Annual Beach BBQ. With a new theme every year, the Beach BBQ is an exciting event with entertainment, cocktails, beer and wine, dinner and a few surprises, at Children’s Beach House’s spectacu- lar location 1800 Bay Ave., Lewes overlooking Lewes Bay from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Visit www.cbhinc.org or call 302-645- 9184. Aug. 25 – Town of Millville Music Bingo. From 6-8 p.m. at the Millville Community Center located at Millville’s Evans Park. Visit millville.delaware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302-858-3638. Aug. 28— The British Invasion: From Blockade to the Beatles. The Lewes Historical Society will host a musical commemoration of two very different British invasions in America. “The British Invasion: From Blockade to the Beatles.” will take place on Thursday, Aug. 28, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the LHS Historic Campus, 110 Shipcarpenter Street. Guests can rock out to music from the Beatles & other British bands performed by national record- ing artists Robert LeBlanc & Tony Sciuto (formerly of the Little River Band). Funds raised will go toward preserv- ing the 18th-century Cannonball House, a Historic Lewes landmark. Admission is $75. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit historiclewes.org. Aug. 30 – Milton Annual Bargains on the Broadkill & Henlopen was commissioned in 1828 by President John Quincy Adams, but decommissioned in 1994. The Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse, farther from shore, was built in 1901 as the final phase of the outer breakwater. This beacon is the only lighthouse off Delaware’s coast that still operates. The lights can best be seen from Cape Henlopen State Park or the Cape May-Lewes Ferry. Tours around the Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse are offered during the summer. Visit delawarebaylights.org or call 302-644-7046. Lewes Harbor: Perhaps one of the most picturesque spots in Southern Delaware, this area of the Lewes and Rehoboth Canal has been painted by many artists throughout the years. It is home to numerous pleasure boats, plus a fleet of head boats and charter boats offering fishing and sight-seeing excursions. The harbor is home to Angler’s Fishing Center, Fisherman’s Wharf and Lewes Harbour Marina. A public boat ramp provides access to the Canal and the Delaware Bay. Located at the drawbridge on Savannah Road. For info call 302-645-6227 or visit www.lewesharbourmarina. comor www.anglersfishingcenter.com. Historic Lewes Town Complex: This impressive his- torical complex highlights the Burton-Ingram House, Cannonball House Marine Museum, Doctor’s Office, Early Plank House, Ellegood House, Lightship Overfalls, Rabbit’s Ferry House, Thompson’s Country Store and the Ryves Holt House and other buildings. The Ryves Holt House in the oldest house in Delaware (1665) still standing on its original location, at the corner of Second and Mulberry Streets. Call 302-645-7670, www. historiclewes.org/ Annual Irish Eyes Broadkill River Canoe & Kayak Race. The Annual Bargains on the Broadkill features 60 + craft & artisan vendors, food trucks & entertainment, bounce house, petting zoo & more from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. plus the Great Milton Duck Race Drop at 2 p.m. The Annual Broadkill River Canoe & Kayak race will be held beginning at 10 a.m. Call 302-684-1101, or visit www.historicmilton.com. For Race info email mare@irisheyespub.com or call 302-684-5005. For updates visit SouthernDelawareExplorer.com monthly or pick up a copy of the Southern Delaware Explorer Magazine. August Events from page 23 Like or Follow Us on Facebook facebook.com/SouthernDelaware ExplorerMagazine Featuring daily posts from area shops, golf courses, event updates and area photographers.2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 27 See MILTON ATTRACTIONS- page 31 Lewes, Milford & Millsboro Attractions - from page 26 Lewes History Museum and Children’s Discovery Center: Located in the Margaret H. Rollins Community Center at 101 Adams Avenue. Enjoy ongoing exhibits fea- turing Lewes’s maritime history, decorative arts and artists, famous families of Lewes. Children (and those young at heart) can experience 19th century Delaware and its asso- ciated values and responsibilities at the new Children’s Discovery Center. Call 302-645-7670 or visit www.histori- clewes.org/ Midway Speedway & White Water Mountain Water Park: The entertainment complex located off Rt. 1 outside of Lewes provides a variety of activities for the whole fam- ily. The Midway Speedway go-karts are open year-round (weather permitting). The water park is open May through September (weather permitting). Speedway 302-644-2042, Water Park 302-645-8064, midwayspeedwaypark.com The Overfalls Maritime Museum: The LV 118, known as the Lightship Overfalls, was the last lightship commissioned by the U.S. Lighthouse Services. Built before World War II, the lightship is open to the public for guided tours. For hours, call 302-644-8050 or visit www.overfalls.org. Pirates of Lewes Expeditions: Ahoy mates! Take your family on a swashbuckling pirate adventure sail aboard the Sea Gypsy and search for sunken treasure and battle Pirate Pete with one of the 12 water cannons onboard. Captain Crunch will tell you about local Lewes pirate history. The 70 minute cruise includes face painting, pirate dress up, music, dancing, and a bag of booty from the treasure chest for each child. Daily boat rides all summer, weekends. May and September on the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal in the heart of Historic Lewes. Call 302-249-3538 or visit lewespirates. com. World War II Observation Tower: One of our country’s eleven WWII-era concrete observation towers, familiar along Delaware’s coast, has been renovated and opened to the public at Cape Henlopen State Park. From the top, you can see much of the area’s Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean coastline, and on a clear day, Cape May, New Jersey. Open during state park hours, free admission with park entrance fee. 302-645-8983, www.destateparks.com/ Beaches/CapeHenlopen Zwaanendael Museum: This unique museum is housed in a replica of the City Hall of Hoorn, the Netherlands. The building was dedicated in 1931 to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the first European (Dutch) settlement in Delaware, which was originally named Zwaanendael, but is now known as Lewes. Seafaring artifacts are on display, including those from the famed DeBraak, which sank off the Delaware coast. Located at 102 Kings Highway in the heart of Lewes. Admission is free, Call 302-645-1148, history. delaware.gov/zm_main/ MILFORD AREA:Abbott’s Mill Nature Center: Home of the Delaware Nature Society, this environmental educa- tion complex is clustered around a preserved gristmill that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The complex includes two modern nature center buildings, a barn, a nature trail with observation tower, and a boat ramp on Abbott’s Pond. Facilities are available for community use and retreats. Located at 15411 Abbott’s Pond Road, Milford Grounds are open dawn to dusk. Tours are free, but programs are by fee, Call 302-422-0847 or visit www. delawarenaturesociety.org. Freshwater Ponds in Milford: Abbott’s Pond, Blair’s Pond, Griffith Lake, and Haven Lake provide hours of fish- ing, boating or simply relaxing. Enjoy a picnic and take in the cool breezes with the family. Freshwater fishing license required in Delaware for those over 16. Delaware Div. of Fish & Wildlife, 302-739-3441, www.eregulations.com/ delaware/fishing/. Milford Chamber of Commerce Office & Visitor Center: The Visitor Center is located at 24 NW Front St. and open Mon.-Fri., 302-422-3344, www.milfordchamber. com/ Milford Museum: Housed in a former post office build- ing, the museum’s permanent exhibits tell the story of the city from its earliest beginnings on the Mispillion River. Exhibits include model ships representing Milford’s mari- time past, a 300 piece silver collection, antique dental tools from the local L. D. Caulk Company, and an antique doll collection. The museum also houses the E. Millis Hurley Library, an extensive collection of Delaware history books. Located on Walnut Street in downtown Milford. Open Tuesday –Saturdays 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. Group tours available, 302-424- 1080 or www.milforddemuseum.org/ Slaughter Beach: This fishing village on the shore of the Delaware Bay features public boat ramps and public beach facilities. 302-424-7659, slaughterbeach.delaware.gov/ Millsboro Area:Cupola Park: This community park at the headwaters of Indian River features public boat ramps, a playground, picnic pavilion, and an exceptional bald cypress tree, one of the largest in Delaware. Located just off Route 24 on the east side of Millsboro, www.millsboro.org/ Freshwater Ponds in Millsboro: Ingrams Pond, Betts Pond (privately owned but public allowed), and Millsboro Pond provide hours of fishing, boating, or simply relaxing for a picnic and taking in the cool breezes. Freshwater fish- ing license required for those over 16. Call Del. Division of Fish & Wildlife, 302-739-3441, or visit www.millsboro.org/ Greater Millsboro Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center: The Chamber/Visitors Center is located downtown at 203 Main street and open Mon.-Fri. Call 302-934-6777 for hours or visit www.millsborochamber.com. Nanticoke Indian Museum: The museum features arti- facts and exhibits that tell the rich history of the Delaware Nanticoke Indian Tribe and others nationwide, with an extensive Native American library. The community holds its annual two-day Powwow in September, with ceremonial dancing, music, storytelling, Native American crafts and food at Hudson Fields in Milton. Located at 27073 John J. Williams Hwy, Millsboro. Call 302-945-7022 or visit www. nanticokeindians.org/page/museum MILTON AREA:Broadkill River Canoe Trail: The tidal Broadkill River providesa gentle canoe trail between Memorial Park in Milton and the Nature Conservancy’s McCabe Preserve. The preserve offers a landing spot on shore and a hiking trail for enjoying the native flora and fauna. The canoe trail is a joint venture of the Town of Milton and The Nature Conservancy’s Delaware Chapter. Canoe rentals are available from Wilson’s Marina at 309 Front Street in Milton, or bring your own. 302-684-3425, Next >