• Wednesday, August 10
  • Elsmere Fire Company
    Time: 5:30 & 800
    Location: Elsmere Fire Company 1107 Kirkwood Highway Elsmere De
    Description: Are you interested in becoming a member of our great fire company but don’t know how? Are you looking for a way to serve and/or give back to your community? Come join us for our next recruitment event on August 10th at the firehouse located at 1107 Kirkwood Highway. This could be just what your looking for.
    Proceeds Benefit: Elsmere Fire Company
    For more information, contact: 999-0183 Elsmere Fire Company or visit N/a
    
    
• Saturday, August 13
  • Kalmar Nyckel Foundation
    Time: 12:00-4:00pm
    Location: Fort Christina Park, 1110 East 7th Street, Wilmington, DE
    Description: Underground Railroad Superhero Day
    Fun at Fort Christina Park
    Celebrate real-life heroes from Delaware’s Underground Railroad history and your favorite superheroes from today! Meet Superheroes from the past including Harriet Tubman, Harry Craige, Captain Fountain, and Thomas Garrett. Dress up as your favorite superhero or decorate your own hero mask.
    Children’s crafts, activities, face painting, and prizes. Interpretive tours of Fort Christina Park, a site of Underground Railroad river crossings. Free ice cream, admission, and parking thanks to our sponsors: Discover, City of Wilmington, Wilmington City Council, and Delmarva Power.
    Fort Christina Park, 1110 East 7th Street, Wilmington, DE
    Visit KalmarNyckel.org/ugrr-hero
    
    For more information, contact: Kyle Parks 302.429.7447 or visit www.kalmarnyckel.org/ugrr-hero
    
    
  • The Ladies Auxiliary of The Singerly Fire Company
    Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
    Location: 300 Newark Ave; Elkton, MD 21921
    Description: Designer Handbag Bingo
    Saturday, August 13, 2022
    Singerly Fire Company Banquet Hall
    300 Newark Avenue Elkton, Maryland
    Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo begins at 7 p.m.
    No outside food permitted / Cash Bar will be available
    Refreshments will be available for purchase
    ATM machine on site
    Tickets are $35 in advance /$40 at the door
    For tickets visit our Facebook page
    Ladies Auxiliary of the Singerly Fire Company
    Tickets will be available July 6th
    Call or text 443-309-4820 or
    443-309-4858
    email lapresident@singerly.com
    Purchase ticket(s) by August 10th to be entered in early bird drawing
    
    Proceeds Benefit: The Ladies Auxiliary of the Singerly Fire Company
    For more information, contact: Call 443 309 4820 or email- lapresident@singerly.com or visit www.facebook.com/search/top?q=ladies%20auxiliary%20of%20the%20singerly%20fire%20company
    
    
• Tuesday, August 16
  • Night Out Dover
    The Dover Police Department will once again bring the National Night Out to the Dover community on Tuesday, August 16th from 6-8pm.
    
    The event brings the Dover Police Department, along with several emergency agencies and military personnel to one place where the public can bring their families to meet and greet local heroes and see the equipment used in their jobs while forming a positive relationship with the community.
    
    In addition to appearances and demonstrations by these agencies, Night Out will feature fun activities for all ages along with food and beverages for all while supplies last.
    
    The venue for the event has been moved to the Dover High School at 1 Dover High Drive, Dover, DE.
    
    The National Night Out provides a variety of agencies with an opportunity to show our citizens what services they provide, the vehicles and equipment they use, and a chance to interact with personnel in a relaxed atmosphere.
    
    
• Saturday, August 20
  • Elk Neck State Park
    Time: 9:00- 11:00 AM Location: Elk Neck State Park: Rogues Harbor Area, 4395 Turkey Point Road, North East, MD 21901 Description: Join a ranger for some stress relief by paddling the Elk River. Get your heart pumping and muscles moving as you glide through the water towards a healthier lifestyle. Meet next to the boat launch facilities in the Rogues Harbor Area. $20 per canoe; $15 per single kayak. Bring your own canoe or kayak for just $5 per person. Space is limited, so call today to make your reservations. Proceeds Benefit: Elk Neck State Park For more information, contact: 4102875333 or visit dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/central/elkneck.aspx
    
    
• Saturday, August 27
  • The Delaware Beer, Wine & Spirits Festival
    Time: 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village Description: Dover, Del. - In its 12th year, the Delaware Beer Wine and Spirits Festival will be held at the Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village on Saturday, August 27 from 4pm to 7:30 m.
    
    The event is a long-standing Kent County tradition and is the only statewide festival that includes all of Delaware\'s alcohol producers. Craft beer, wine and spirits have always been the main attraction and in recent years meaderies have also been included.
    
    The event features beer, wine and spirits tastings, live music, food trucks, outdoor games, vendors and special exhibits, and guided tours of the Agricultural Museum. Event will also spotlight the Delaware Beer, Wine & Spirits Trail.
    
    The stage will be programmed with a fantastic live music lineup that features Lyric Drive and Blue Cat Blues.
    
    VIP tickets are limited to the first 100. VIP benefits include early access (4-5pm), exclusive tastings, premium free parking, a souvenir glass for tastings, and a food truck dinner voucher.
    
    Guests can also reserve a table of six while supply lasts. General admission and designated driver tickets are also available. There are discounts for early-bird ticket buyers.
    
    Other features of the event include; ample free parking, vendor village and festival games. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.
    
    For ticket prices and more information, visit www.DEBeerWineSpirits.com For more information, contact: Cullen Robinson crobinson@tsnpub.com or visit www.debeerwinespirits.com
    
    
• Sunday, August 28
  • Historic Odessa Foundation
    The Historic Odessa Foundation presents its summer art exhibition “Color Secrets: Paintings by Jan Crooker.” The exhibit of vibrant acrylic paintings by the widely exhibited Kutztown, Pennsylvania artist is on display from through August 28, in the Historic Odessa Visitor Center Gallery.
    
    Crooker is well known for her vibrant images of still lifes, flowers, and local scenes and landscapes.
    
    For more information about the exhibition, as well as the Historic Odessa Foundation’s 2022 season tours, special exhibits, events, and Living History Education Program, visit www.historicodessa.org, or call 302-378-4119.
    
    
• Friday, September 9
  • Meals on Wheels Delaware
    Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
    Location: Maple dale country club 180 Mapledale road Dover,DE
    Description: : Grilling & Chilling is Kent County’s newest end-of-summer event! (Formerly known as Sip & Savor)
    6:00 – 7:00: Cocktail Hour with Food Trucks & Restaurants plus Live Music
    7:00 – 8:00: Seated Family-Style Barbecue Dinner by Maple Dale Country Club
    8:00 – 9:00: Dessert, Cocktails, and live music
    Tickets: $35-$75
    Proceeds Benefit: Meals on Wheels Delaware
    For more information, contact: rdodds@mealsonwheelsde.org or visit mealsonwheelsde.org/grill-chill-2022
    
    
• Saturday, September 10
  • Delaware Small Business Chamber
    Time: 12 NOON - 5:00 PM
    Location: Glasgow Park
    Description: DSBC Fun Fest
    
    Presented by the Delaware Small Business Chamber
    
    Featuring Delaware\'s first Taco Cook-off
    
    September 10th, 2022 12PM - 5PM
    
    Glasgow Park
    
    In Partnership with New Castle County Government
    Matthew S. Meyer, County Executive
    New Castle County
    
    Admission to event is free to the public
    For more information, contact: Bob Older 302-482-2120 or visit dsbcfunfest.com/index.php
    
    
  • Wilmington High School Class of 1972
    Time: 6:30 pm to 12:00 am Location: The Brandywine Plaza, 630 Naamans Road, Claymont, DE Description: WHS Class of 1972 50th High School Reunion. Tickets are $60 per person (includes second day celebration). Formal event, gown/or after 5 attire for women. Tux/Dress suit for men. All graduating WHS classes invited. For more information, contact: Faye Vaughn 302-547-2612
    
    
• Sunday, September 11
  • Silverside Church Outdoor Concert - John Flynn
    Time: 3:00 - 4:15
    Location: Silverside Church 2800 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19810
    Description: Enjoy an outdoor concert by singer/songwriter John Flynn. Bring your own lawn chair or enjoy from the comfort of your vehicle. In the event of rain, concert will be held indoors. Event is free, donations welcome.
    For more information, contact: For more information visit www.silversidelife.org or visit www.silversidelife.org
    
    
• Saturday, September 17
  • Bike the Brandywine
    The Brandywine Conservancy’s “Bike the Brandywine” event will officially return for its fifth year on Saturday, September 17, 2022.
    
    This year’s ride will feature three scenic routes that explore the beautiful Brandywine Creek Greenway and surrounding countryside.
    
    Proceeds from the ride benefit the clean water and open space programs of the Brandywine Conservancy.
    
    Advance registration is $55 per rider.
    
    To register, visit www.BikeTheBrandywine.org.
    
    
  • Canine Partners for Life
    Time: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Location: Canine Partners for Life’s Campus, 334 Faggs Manor Rd., Cochranville, PA 19330
    Description: Spend an afternoon of FREE family fun at Canine Partners for Life’s Fall Festival featuring Cow Bingo! Guests can visit the puppy kissing booth, take a kennel tour, watch a service dog demonstration, shop from local vendors, grab food from a variety of food trucks, and purchase a chance to win $5,000 in Cow Bingo! Event is rain or shine. No personal pets are permitted. Can’t attend but want to win $5,000?
    Proceeds Benefit: Canine Partners for Life
    For more information, contact: Jenny Inabinett 610-869-4902x225 or visit k94life.org
    
    
• Sunday, September 18
  • Knights of Columbus
    Time: 1:00 p.m. till 4:30 p.m.
    Location: 345 Bear Christiana Road, Bear, DE 19701
    Description: Michael Kors & Kate Spade Designer Bag Bing. Door open at noon. $25 for 20 game packet(Buy one 20 game packet get one 20 game packet free). Food and Drinks Available. 50/50 Raffle. Deluxe Michael Kors Pocketbook Raffle. For pre sale tickets contact Bill 302-229-1926 or email blm810@verizon.net. Tickets will also be available at the door we will except cash or credit cards. You must be 18yrs or older to enter.
    Proceeds Benefit: Knights of Columbus Chariable Programs
    For more information, contact: Bill at 302-229-1926 or email at blm810@verizon.net
    
    
  • Silverside Church Outdoor Concert - Nadjah Nicole
    Time: 3:00 - 4:15
    Location: Silverside Church 2800 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19810
    Description: The Voice finalist Nadjah Nicole will share her melodic renderings of soul music with a pop and jazz twist. Bring your own lawn chair or enjoy from the comfort of your vehicle. In the event of rain, concert will be held indoors. Event is free, donations welcome.
    For more information, contact: Melissa Heieie at melheieie@gmail.com or visit www.silversidelife.org
    
    
• Friday, September 23
  • Autism Delaware’s Blue Jean Ball
    Autism Delaware’s Blue Jean Ball returns this fall – Friday Sept. 23 at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center – to help support the statewide agency’s programs and services, needed now more than ever as families deal with the impacts of a pandemic that was especially difficult for those in the autism community.
    
    Participants at the ball can look forward to a celebratory reunion, gathering with old friends to share wonderful food from prominent local restaurants; open wine and beer bars sponsored by N.K.S. Distributors; live and silent auctions; fun boardwalk-themed games including the crowd favorite, Wine Ring Toss; and of course, rocking out to the party sounds of the band Love Seed Mama Jump.
    
    Reservations for the Ball can be made online at www.bidpal.net/BJB22 . Individuals and businesses interested in sponsoring the event at one of its many levels can contact Autism Delaware’s event manager, Deanna Principe, at Deanna.Principe@delautism.org or 302-224-6020, ext. 213.
    
    
    
• Saturday, September 24
  • Elk Neck State Park
    Time: 1:00-4:00 PM
    Location: Elk Neck State Park: Nature Center, 4395 Turkey Point Road, North East, MD 21901
    Description: Come out and celebrate National Public Lands Day by volunteering at Elk Neck State Park! You will be among thousands of people nation-wide who volunteer their time to benefit America\'s public lands. Work side by side with park staff and afterwards, enjoy free access to the park’s different areas. Meet at the Nature Center, located in the campground. Call for more details. Reservations are preferred, but not required.
    Proceeds Benefit: Elk Neck State Park
    For more information, contact: 4102875333 or visit dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/central/elkneck.aspx
    
    
  • VET FEST 2022
    Vet Fest 2022 will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24th from 8AM to 2PM in Middletown, Del.
    
    The festivities will include a 5k & 10k run, parade, lunch and music.
    
    Vet Fest is Delaware’s largest festival where we gather civilians and the military to celebrate, educate and assist the non-profit Stop Soldier Suicide. The ultimate goal of Vet Fest is to honor our veterans/actives and their families, to pass along the dignity of service to the next generation and to end the epidemic of veteran suicide in our community. This year is special as served in Afghanistan and Iraq will be honored.
    
    For more details, go to whitehallde.com/events/vet-fest/
    
    
• Sunday, September 25
  • Silverside Church Outdoor Concert - Double Shot
    Time: 3:00 - 4:15
    Location: Silverside Church 2800 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19810
    Description: Double Shot is an eight-piece band that plays all your favorite hits from the 60s, 70s, and \'80s with a few current hits thrown in for good measure. Enjoy Motown, Santana, Chicago, America, The Eagles, and more. Bring your own lawn chair or enjoy from the comfort of your vehicle. In the event of rain, concert will be held indoors. Event is free, donations welcome.
    For more information, contact: Melissa Heieie at melheieie@gmail.com or visit www.silversidelife.org
    
    
• Saturday, October 1
  • Delaware First Responder Day
    Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Location: Delcastle Recreational Park
    Description: Free community event to show appreciation to Delaware's First Responders. We will have fire trucks, ambulances, police vehicles and so much more. Come out and meet the people who protect Delaware every day.
    Proceeds Benefit: Delaware First Responder Day
    For more information, contact: Sherry Sawicki 302-656-3160 or visit www.firstresponderdayde.org/
    
    
• Sunday, October 2
  • Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore
    Easterseals is hosting its 10th annual "Walk with Me & Fun Run Delmarva" on Sunday, Oct. 2 at Baywood Greens in Long Neck.
    
    In addition to the Walk, enjoy fun activities, food and great entertainment.
    
    Registration for this year’s event is available at www.De.easterseals.com/walkwithme.
    
    Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore is leading the way to an inclusive community through its innovative services, which include: children’s therapies, day programs for adults with physical or intellectual disabilities, supported employment, senior services, recreational camping, respite services, and services for caregivers. To learn more about Easterseals, call 1-800-677-3800 or visit www.de.easterseals.com.
    
    
    
• Saturday, October 22
  • Elkton Community Kitchen hosting a Community Art Festival
    Time: 10am-6pm
    Location: 209 East MainStreet, Elkton, MD 21921
    Description: The Elkton Community Kitchen is hosting a juried show/sale and are currently seeking area artist to apply! Visit our website where you can apply online or download the application and mail it in!
    Proceeds Benefit: Elkton Community Kitchen (we are a 501c3)
    For more information, contact: Robanne Palmer 443-350-0261 or visit www.elktoncommunitykitchen.org
    
    

Ongoing Events

• Kalmar Nyckel Foundation
  Time: 10am - 5:30pm Location: Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard, 1124 East 7th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801 Description: Adventure awaits! Kalmar Nyckel, The Tall Ship of Delaware, returns Saturday, June 25 for Christina River cruises. Take a 1.5-hour cruise with family & friends and enjoy the view from the water. Haul lines, set sails, or just relax and explore the full-scale replica of the Swedish flagship that founded the colony of New Sweden in 1638. Get tickets online or by phone at 302.429.7447, or at the dock (when available). Advance purchase is highly recommended! https://www.kalmarnyckel.org/sail-and-explore\r\n\r\n- Saturday June 25 & Sunday June 26- 30 - river cruises and pirate sails\r\n- Friday July 1 - Sunday July 3 and Friday, July 8 - Sunday, July 10 - river cruises\r\n\r\nVisit website for sailing schedule For more information contact: Mary Ann 302.429.7447 or visit www.kalmarnyckel.org/sail-and-explore
  
  
• PAWS for People
  PAWS for People is looking for volunteers to provide individualized pet therapy visits to people in our four-state area who have been deeply impacted by COVID. PAWS for People has been providing healing pet therapy since 2005. Studies prove that visits with loving pets bring comfort to a sick or lonely senior, give confidence to a struggling reader, reduce anxiety and stress in schools and workplaces...and so much more. If you have a gentle, affectionate pet and want to help improve the quality of life for others, visit www.pawsforpeople.org.
  
  
• St Anthony's Community Center/City Fare
  Time: 10:00am to 1:30pm Location: 1703 W 10th St Wilmington DE 19805 Description: City Fare needs help weekdays at lunchtime delivering meals to homebound seniors and disabled persons throughout New Castle County. Routes take about 1 hour to 1 1/2 hours to deliver.\r\nPlease contact us for more information. For more information contact: Volunteer Coordinator 302 421 3731 or visit www.cityfare.org