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Postponed to rain date October 15th due to the weather forecast. Enjoy a day (and night) of FREE, safe family fun. Make a super hero cape, play games, watch a movie, and dance to music. Top it off with dinner and s'mores around the bonfire, and camp overnight in the park. New this year: […]
At the LEGO store at the Christiana Mall. Upcoming Mini Model Build: LEGO® Werewolf: Sign up for Tuesday, October 4 or Wednesday, October 5. October Registration begins September 15 at 9 am EST. To register visit: shop.LEGO.com/Minibuild-Registration Learn how to build a cool mini model at the store, and take it home after – […]
Get free general admission to more than 150 museums nationwide the first full weekend (Sat and Sun) of the month with the Museums on Us® program. You can find the list of participating museums here. Photo ID and any valid Bank of America/Merrill Lynch credit or debit card must be presented. Free general admission […]
Learn park rules, licensing requirements and tips from park staff to maximize your safety while driving on the beach. The follow park staff out to the beach to practice driving on the sand (participants must have valid surf-fishing vehicle permit affixed to vehicle and all materials required by law). Pre-registration required. Call (302) 227-6991 […]
Bring your pet in their best costume for a professional photo shoot with ckrPhoto! Cost: $20.00 This is an e-photo event rather than print and mail. The photographer will happily release the edited photo to each owner via email in high-resolution format for unlimited personal printing. Photo appointments can be scheduled in advance by […]
Art Off the Page Develop an original cartoon and create art inspired by fantastic illustrations from Get the Picture! Contemporary Children’s Book Illustration. Exercise mind and body and explore the world of imagination as dancer Lisa Oster brings classic tales to life, followed by a performance by the Academy of International Ballet, including excerpts […]
AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE CENTER PRESENT 21st African Family Festival : Oct 2nd at Holloway Park in Garvey City SUNDAY OCT 2ND FROM 12PM-7PM HOLLOWAY PARK 7TH AND LOMBARD STREET, GARVEY CITY 19801 WITH LIVE PERFORMANCES BY JAHITI HEZEKIAH AZIZA KAE HOCK MARCHITECT GRITOS OF WA UMOJA LOSCHIL HARMZ BLACKJUST 302 YOUNG […]
Bring your friends for good old-fashioned fun on a hayride around Brandywine Creek State Park. Hayride lasts 45 minutes and is followed by a cozy 45-minute campfire. Bring a blanket, food, and beverages (non-alchoholic) and settle in for a 45-minute trip; rides leave on time. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required by noon on the […]
First Sunday of the month, June through November, 12:30 to 4:30 pm Don’t miss these exciting days filled with old-fashioned fun for the whole family. Included with all admission options: - Fresh steam-popped popcorn from our vintage popper - A Firing Up Demonstration, to see how we set a Stanley in motion - Entry […]
Sample some excellent and unique recipes from folks you know and folks you don't. You can sample traditional, gourmet and vegetarian chilies. In addition there will be a cornbread cook-off to add to the feast! At Kelly's Logan House. $25 to taste and vote, benefits the Compassionate Care Hospice Foundation.
Delaware Seashore State Park. Have you always wanted to try surf fishing but weren’t sure how to get started? If so, this program is for you! We will cover everything from fish identification to proper casting techniques. Rods, reels and bait are all provided. Participants must have a fishing license and FIN number. Pre-registration […]
"Adopt" a rubber duck for a chance to win great prizes and raise money to support DHA’s mission of helping homeless companion animals in Delaware and a four state area. The cost is only $5 per duck (or less if you buy one of our quack packages). Thank you for supporting DHA, and good […]
December Pillow Play Yo Ho Ho! A Pirate Christmas by Sue Gordon. Tammy DeStafney seeking youth ages 7-18 for this fun musical one-act. Singers are encouraged to audition. Description: The captain has banned his pirates from celebrating Christmas. Can they win the captain over? Audition Dates: Sunday, October 2nd 2:00-4:00 and Wednesday, October 5th […]
Auditions for Macbeth are 2-4 p.m. July 16 and 6-9 p.m. July 19. Director Adam Montgomery is looking for performers of all genders and ethnicities for this nontraditional production. All parts are open to all genders. Those auditioning should be prepare a one-minute Shakespearean monologue, preferably from a tragedy (but nothing from Romeo and Juliet). […]
Monday 10/3, Friday 10/7, Monday 10/10 & Wednesday 10/12 Admission is only $2 per person ages 3-59 (all other ages free) to play all day in the BIG BackYard (normally $10). Includes Bale Trail, Corn Maze, BarnYard Buddies, GroundHog Hill, Tractor Tire Tower, Giant Spider Web, Giant Sand Dig, and lots of other playground fun. Hayrides offered as an […]
Auditions for Macbeth are 2-4 p.m. July 16 and 6-9 p.m. July 19. Director Adam Montgomery is looking for performers of all genders and ethnicities for this nontraditional production. All parts are open to all genders. Those auditioning should be prepare a one-minute Shakespearean monologue, preferably from a tragedy (but nothing from Romeo and Juliet). […]
Do you love your wildlife habitat? Do you wish more people had wildlife habitat? Do you want to help others create wildlife habitats? Classes are forming now for Habitat Steward Training in New Castle County. This fun, three-day training will focus on wildlife habitat creation in the residential garden and will include site analysis, […]
Leaves that change color! Pumpkins with faces that glow! What a magical time of year! Collect beautiful leaf bouquet, learn pumpkin rhymes & songs, and have fun in our pumpkin "patch." Led by Judy Montgomery Ages: 2-5 Members: $6, Others: $10 Meets at Ashland Nature Center, 3511 Barley Mill Road Hockessin, DE 19707 (302) […]
Veterans can meet over 30 employees on the historic fantail (tented rear deck) of the Battleship New Jersey. Register now at http://www.delawarevalleyveterans.com
Grove Park, Rehoboth Avenue (adjacent to Lighthouse Circle), Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 Tuesdays October 4th through October 25th Noon to 3pm This market accepts EBT cards (SNAP benefits).
Auditions for Macbeth are 2-4 p.m. July 16 and 6-9 p.m. July 19. Director Adam Montgomery is looking for performers of all genders and ethnicities for this nontraditional production. All parts are open to all genders. Those auditioning should be prepare a one-minute Shakespearean monologue, preferably from a tragedy (but nothing from Romeo and Juliet). […]
It's that time of year again! Join us on Saturday, October 4th for All The Difference's 5th Annual New England Style Clambake- our biggest fundraiser of the year! There will be fresh seafood and lobsters brought in from Maine, drinks, live music, and much more! We will be serving Yuengling (donated by Standard Distributing […]
Tuesday, October 4 6:30-7:30 Young people ages 5-15 7:30-9:30 All other performers older than the young people! Thursday, October 6 6:30-7:30 Young people ages 5-15 7:30-9:30 All other performers older than the young people! Location: 1014 Delaware Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806 The cast will consist of at least 12 female and 12 male actors, […]
Games, shoes, pizza slices, and PBR beers just $2.22 each every Tuesday beginning after 8pm.
Auditions for Macbeth are 2-4 p.m. July 16 and 6-9 p.m. July 19. Director Adam Montgomery is looking for performers of all genders and ethnicities for this nontraditional production. All parts are open to all genders. Those auditioning should be prepare a one-minute Shakespearean monologue, preferably from a tragedy (but nothing from Romeo and Juliet). […]
Aquila Theatre, in its 25th anniversary season, stages Murder on the Nile, by one of the greatest mystery writers in world literature- Agatha Christie. This brilliant new production features a masterful whodunit and Aquila’s clever signature style. Murder on the Nile, Agatha Christie's own staging of her famous novel, Death on the Nile, is […]
December Pillow Play Yo Ho Ho! A Pirate Christmas by Sue Gordon. Tammy DeStafney seeking youth ages 7-18 for this fun musical one-act. Singers are encouraged to audition. Description: The captain has banned his pirates from celebrating Christmas. Can they win the captain over? Audition Dates: Sunday, October 2nd 2:00-4:00 and Wednesday, October 5th […]
Hagley invites young professionals to take a break from the struggles of adulthood and join in on a night of playing, making, and sipping! Showcase your inner inventor and creator by making your own scribbling robot using a small motor, a plastic cup, and markers. Make it a little more challenging by adding weight […]
Calling all two-to-six year olds! Bring your adult to a fun-filled program designed especially for you. Activities, crafts, short hikes and informal lessons are part of the fun. Please dress for outdoor activities, weather permitting. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available, pre-registration is encouraged. It's fall here at the park and the plants […]
Calling all two-to-six year olds! Bring your adult to a fun-filled program designed especially for you. Activities, crafts, short hikes and informal lessons are part of the fun. Please dress for outdoor activities, weather permitting. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available, pre-registration is encouraged. It's fall here at the park and the plants […]
Auditions for Macbeth are 2-4 p.m. July 16 and 6-9 p.m. July 19. Director Adam Montgomery is looking for performers of all genders and ethnicities for this nontraditional production. All parts are open to all genders. Those auditioning should be prepare a one-minute Shakespearean monologue, preferably from a tragedy (but nothing from Romeo and Juliet). […]
Admission to the Rockwood Museum is free on the first Sunday of the month.
The Delaware Auto Show celebrates its 10th year. DAS is a great, family friendly event that brings auto enthusiasts and new cars together where you can check out a wide variety of new, classic and exotic vehicles in a non-selling environment. It is one of the best-attended events in Delaware. At the Chase Center […]
To celebrate October Car Care Month, AAA will be hosting a Car Care Events on October 8th from 10am – 2pm at the AAA Car Care Insurance and Travel Store in Dover, Delaware. The AAA Retail Location is offering special promotions, Vehicle Maintenance and Safe Driving tips, Giveaways and Refreshments and more. The store […]
Tour the Marshall Steam Museum or both floors of the Auburn Heights mansion -- or both! Please note that there are steps to enter and a flight of stairs during the mansion tour. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes. Cost: $8 for either the mansion or museum -- or $14 for both ($2 savings). Mansion […]
Auditions for Macbeth are 2-4 p.m. July 16 and 6-9 p.m. July 19. Director Adam Montgomery is looking for performers of all genders and ethnicities for this nontraditional production. All parts are open to all genders. Those auditioning should be prepare a one-minute Shakespearean monologue, preferably from a tragedy (but nothing from Romeo and Juliet). […]
Our first Friday Art Loops are FREE! This month: - 4th Annual Underground Comic Con! Info at http://www.undergroundcomixxx.com. - "Making Sense of it All" - new work by Jenna Lucente and Hugh Atkins. - Hold Your Breath, an exhibiton of photographs of Jess McIntern by Joe Hoddinott of Phojoegraphy in honor of Breast Cancer […]
$20 for Members of the Delaware Museum of Natural History, $25 for Non-Members. It may be called Parents’ Night Off, but let’s be honest…it’s really for the kids! Each night has a different theme, so we’ll do something new every time. Experiments, movies, games, arts and crafts, and other activities mean there’s something for […]
Join Peco's Liquor Store, Ole Tapas Lounge Food Truck and Delivery WiLDWiCH Outlandish Food Truck for a night of food, drinks, and live music. $5 entrance fee benifits the Delaware Alzheimer's Association. All food trucks will be offering creative tasting menus with items priced between $4 and $5.
Bring your friends for good old-fashioned fun on a hayride around Brandywine Creek State Park. Hayride lasts 45 minutes and is followed by a cozy 45-minute campfire. Bring a blanket, food, and beverages (non-alchoholic) and settle in for a 45-minute trip; rides leave on time. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required by noon on the […]
Join our guides through historic Dover. Hear true tales of tragedy and infamy. Meet at the John Bell House on The Green. Space is limited; call 302-739-9194 for reservations. Only $5 per person!
Delaware’s own Butch Zito says "A good classic song just jumps out and gives you no choice but to find some paper and a pencil as quickly as possible." On October 17th, Butch and The Prine Time Players will once again take the World Cafe Live stage by storm and pay tribute to the […]
Celebrating over 30 years of musical accomplishments, virtuoso lead guitarist Daryl Stuermer of the super-group Genesis and Phil Collins has been touring the world to sold out crowds since 1978. Stuermer continues to expand on his accomplishments. In between the touring years, Stuermer launched his own independent record label, Urban Island Music, and continues […]
Doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or an experienced salsero, join in on Friday, October 7th for a dance lesson and sultry Latin beats courtesy of Joe Figueroa!
Individuals and school groups are welcome to attend! October 8th and 9th AM Session: 7:30 am - 12:00 pm PM Session: 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm Register by clicking here.. https://www.drivingskillsforlife.com/events-cat/events/state/DE Ford DSFL FREE hands-on clinics help teen drivers improve their driving skills in four key areas that are critical factors in more than […]
Grab your family and friends and help keep Newark beautiful. Join us at the City of Newark Municipal Building on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 9 - 11 a.m. Individuals and volunteer groups are welcome. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. For additional information or to volunteer for the clean-up, please call the Recreation […]
What is gardening for wildlife, how do you do it and how do you get your garden certified? Join Lori Athey, Habitat Outreach Coordinator from the Delaware Nature Society to learn all about it. A Free event sponsored by the Red Clay Valley Wildlife Habitat Community and Wild Birds Unlimited. Takes place at Wild […]
Join the Friends of Cape Henlopen as they work to maintain the park’s trails or take on some other light maintenance project. For further details please call the Volunteer Coordinator at (302) 644-5005. Meets at the nature center.
Birding is a lifelong habit and hobby! Birding Basics and a great hike along the trails at White Clay Creek State Park is a great way to learn about local birds and their habits. Meets at Nature Center $5 per person, $20 per family. Call to register 302-368-6900.
Opening day of The Franklin Institute's next big exhibition, "Robot Revolution." Explore a cutting-edge collection of robots from all over the world in "Robot Revolution," a new exhibit supported by Google.org with additional major support from The Boeing Company. Come face-to-interface with innovative robots that are meeting human needs from the everyday to the […]
Now in its 8th year, the Harvest Arts Festival is a celebration of the arts scheduled to coincide with the University of Delaware’s “Parents & Family Weekend.” The event is held on the Academy Building Lawn at the corner of Main Street and Academy Street in downtown Newark, Delaware. Twenty local artists will have […]
Discover the bounty of the wild woods and fields. Learn how to identify edible wild plants and to harvest them safely on a walk through the grounds at Ashland Nature Center, then bring some back to the kitchen to make a tasty treat, and receive a copy of the recipe. Led by Heather Siple […]
Join Jim White, from the Delaware Nature Society, as he discusses the many ways that we can help maintain Monarch and other pollinator populations in our yard and natural areas. In recent years many of our most familiar insects such as the Monarch Butterfly have suffered population declines due to human caused changes to […]
Register for a Clinic to build a wooden project and get a free apron, goggles, and patch.
Fine crafts and fine art from local artists. Featuring original paintings, prints and crafts. Meet the artists! Try a free sample of Woodside's new ice cream flavor, purchase Woodside's homemade fudge, fresh brown eggs, farm fresh cheeses (from the Keyes Creamery), as well as plump pumpkins & mums grown here on the farm. Activities […]
2016 Marks the 35th Anniversary of the New Castle County Police Mounted Unit! Come celebrate with us at our anniversary festival on October 8th at Carousel Park. The day will feature kids face painting and crafts, demos by NCCPD units, TWO demonstrations by our Mounted Patrol and a demo by the K9 Unit and […]
Free health screenings at Sam's Club locations nationwide for members and non-members. Value up to $150. Details here.
Celebrate Star Wars Reads on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at the Dover Public Library. Started in 2012, Star Wars Reads is all about celebrating the Star Wars galaxy and reading. Even better, it’s perfect for encouraging reluctant young readers to get into books via their love of Star Wars. The day is all about […]
Comcast Spectacor is inviting the public to a FREE, open-house birthday party at the Wells Fargo Center to celebrate the arena’s 20th anniversary. In addition to games, attractions, celebrity appearances, and party favors, fans can step onto the arena floor and take a shot on the Philadelphia Flyers goal or Philadelphia 76ers basket in […]
Get low cost vaccinations, microchipping and more at DHA's Vaccination Clinics. Clinics are held throughout the year in partnership with and on-site at Concord Pet Foods and Supplies stores in northern Delaware, at DHA's animal care and adoption center in Wilmington, DE and other select locations. All vaccinations are administered by a licensed veterinarian. […]
Join us at the Center for the Creative Arts for our first ever Fall Music Fest. Featuring two stages of music from local talent, food vendors and a beer garden. The event will happen on Saturday, October 8th from 2:00 - 11:00 pm. Tickets can purchased online now for $10 or at the door […]
Auditions for Macbeth are 2-4 p.m. July 16 and 6-9 p.m. July 19. Director Adam Montgomery is looking for performers of all genders and ethnicities for this nontraditional production. All parts are open to all genders. Those auditioning should be prepare a one-minute Shakespearean monologue, preferably from a tragedy (but nothing from Romeo and Juliet). […]
Bring your friends for good old-fashioned fun on a hayride around Brandywine Creek State Park. Hayride lasts 45 minutes and is followed by a cozy 45-minute campfire. Bring a blanket, food, and beverages (non-alchoholic) and settle in for a 45-minute trip; rides leave on time. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required by noon on the […]
Saturdays, October 8, 15, 22, 3 - 5 pm Test your skills with bow and arrow as we take on challenging targets at Ashland and learn about how Native Americans depended upon archery for survival. Sign up for one, two or three! See who in your family is best at hitting the bullseye! All […]
University of Delaware Blue Hens Football vs. Maine Football home game. Tickets start at $15.
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