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Updated 7/2/09

Friday, July 3

Delaware Comedy Theatre to present its all-star anniversary show “Summer of Laughter,” 8-10 p.m. at the Milton Theatre, 110 Union St., Milton. Tickets, $10 available at the door.

First Friday Film and potluck dinner, 6:30 p.m. at the church, 33739 Marsh Rd., Lewes. Bring a dish to share. Featured film is “Persepolis.” For details, call 645-6334.

Free guided tours of the Rehoboth Beach Museum, 10:30 a.m. at the museum, 511 Rehoboth Ave. Space is limited; preregister by calling 227-7310.

Peel-your-own shrimp, 5-9 p.m., VFW Post 7447, Rehoboth Beach: one pound, $11; one pound with small pitcher of beer or soda, $12; oyster sandwich, $4; clam strips, $5; crab-cake sandwich, $5; homemade crab soup, $3. Call 227-3469.

Shrimp Night, American Legion Post 28, 6-8 p.m. One pound shrimp, $11; crab cake or rockfish sandwich, $5; and chicken tender boat, $6. Soup available. Live band begins at 8 p.m. Call 945-1673 or visit alpost28.com.

DJ and karaoke night with Sherman Newton, 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 17, American Legion Rd., Lewes. Public invited; for details, call 645-9965.

July 3-4

Midland Grange to hold a yard sale, 7 a.m. to noon each day at a site on Rt. 113 one mile south of the state police barracks. Refreshments will be available. Donations welcome. For details, call 856-2173.

Saturday, July 4

Lewes Fourth of July events, children’s activities on Second Street, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Lewes Fourth of July Boat Parade, 1:30-4 p.m.; Lewes Doo Dah Parade, 4-7 p.m. For information visit leweschamber.com.

Fireworks show, sponsored by Rehoboth Beach Main Street, begins at 8 p.m. at the Bandstand with entertainment by the U.S. Navy’s Country Currents. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. After the fireworks, The Funsters will perform at the Bandstand. Shuttles available from the Park & Ride on Rt. 1. For details, call 227-2772 or visit downtownrehoboth.com.

Fireworks sponsored by the Memorial Volunteer Fire Company, 4-9 p.m. at the station in Slaughter Beach. Hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries and refreshments will be for sale. Donations will be accepted at the bridge. For details, call 422-8888.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Women to present their annual art show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the church, Second and Mulberry sts., Lewes. Event also features a silent auction, raffle and light refreshments. For details, call 645-6479, Ext. 206.

Sixth annual Broadkill Beach July 4 parade begins at 11 a.m. on Pintail Avenue.

Terrapin talk with a state park naturalist, 2 p.m. at the Indian River Life-Saving Station, Rt. 1 south of Dewey Beach. Cost, $3 per person; for details, call 227-6991.

Fort Miles fire tower tour, 2 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Sunday, July 5

Breeches buoy demonstration, 1-2 p.m. at the Indian River Life-Saving Station, Rt. 1 south of Dewey Beach. Cost, $6.50 for adults; $4 for children ages 6-12; $5.50 for seniors age 65 and older and includes a tour of the museum. For details, call 227-6991.

Live entertainment featuring Michelle Green and the Barry Eli Quartet, 7 p.m. at the community center and gazebo in the Villages of Five Points, Savannah Rd., Lewes. Free; public invited.

Concert in Cupola Park featuring the 287th Army Ceremonial Band, 6-9 p.m. in the park just off Rt. 24 in Millsboro. Dinner platters available for purchase. Free; bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Monday, July 6

VIA Citizenship Award presentation to Nancy Martin, 4 p.m. at the VIA clubhouse, Grenoble Place and the Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach. Refreshments to follow; public invited. For details, call Faith Duncan, 227-0887.

Osprey watch program with a state park naturalist, 9:30 a.m. at the picnic pavilion at Savages Ditch Rd. just off Rt. 1 south of Dewey Beach. Free; for details, call 227-6991.

Delaware Seashore chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild to meet, 10 a.m. at the CHEER Community Center, Rt. 9 and Sand Hill Rd., Georgetown. New members welcome; for details, call Helen Atkinson, 227-1848.

July 6-7

Disabled American Veterans Mobile Service Office to visit, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days at the Kmart parking lot, Rt. 1 north of Rehoboth Beach.

Tuesday, July 7

Free tour of the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for adults and children age 10 and older, 10 a.m. on the campus, Pilottown Rd., Lewes. Learn about problems and solutions in coastal and marine environments. For details and to preregister, call 645-4234.

Single Seniors Beach Club to meet for dinner, 5:30 p.m. at the Ocean Point Grill, Villages of Five Points, Savannah Rd., Lewes. For details, call Judy Bryan, 684-5107.

Lewes Summer Music Concerts, 7 p.m., Chesapeake Brass Band, Stango Park next to Lewes Public Library. Concert is free. No rain date.

July 7-8

60th annual Cottage Tour (rain or shine) sponsored by the Rehoboth Art League, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day at various homes throughout Rehoboth Beach. Tickets, $30 per person. For details and tickets, call 227-8408, or visit rehobothartleague.org.

Wednesday, July 8

Fort Miles battery lantern tour, 7 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Nancy Lynch, author of “Vietnam Mailbag,” and Vietnam vet Doug Elliott will speak, 7 p.m., at Lewes Public Library. For details call 645-4633 or visit leweslibrary.org.

Taco night fundraiser (hard or soft shells), 4 p.m. to ?, sponsored by American Legion Auxiliary Unit 17 at the post on American Legion Road, Lewes. Public welcome; call 645-9965.

Thursday, July 9

An Evening at the Hook lecture series to present “The History of Breakwaters of the Delaware Bay” with historian and author Herb Archdeacon, 7 p.m. at the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, Rt. 16 north of Lewes. Free; public invited. For details, call 684-8419.

Fort Miles battery tour, 2 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Archaeological Society of Delaware to meet, 7 p.m. at the Lewes Public Library, Kings Hwy. and Adams Ave. Michael DiPaolo will talk about cataloging and conserving historical artifacts at the Lewes Historical Society. Public welcome. Call 841-9915 for details.

Storyteller Michael Forestieri to present a free program for all ages, 10:30 a.m. at the Georgetown Public Library, 10 W. Pine St., Georgetown. For details, call Sherri Scott, 856-7958.

Delaware Money School to offer a free financial literacy class titled Focus on Fixed Income, 10-11:30 a.m. at the Lewes Public Library, Kings Hwy. and Adams Ave., Lewes. Preregistration required by calling 645-7710, or visit delawaremoneyschool.com to enroll.

Summer reading program to feature Jackie McCabe presenting songs and stories for children, 10:30 a.m. at the Lewes Public Library, Kings Hwy. and Adams Ave., Lewes. Free; for details, call 645-4633.

Weekly summer spiritual series featuring “Lifelines: Passages Into Spirituality” with Aimee Weist, 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church, Second and Mulberry sts., Lewes. Free; for details, call 645-9916.

Bingo, 6 p.m. at the Indian River Senior Center, 214 Irons Ave., Millsboro. Cost, $15 at the door. Light refreshments will be available. For details, call 934-8839.

July 9-11

51st annual Lewes Antiques Show & Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at Bethel UM Church, Fourth and Market sts., Lewes. Admission, $5; food and refreshments will be available. For details, call 645-9426.

Friday, July 10

Meeting of the Lightship Overfalls, 7:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church, Second and Mulberry sts., Lewes. Speaker will be Dr. Nancy Targett who will present “”The University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment: A Lewes Community Asset.” Free; for details, call Pete Hansot, 644-2044.

Victorian tea and fashion show sponsored by the Zwaanendael Women’s Club, 1-3 p.m. at the clubhouse, Savannah Rd. and Third St., Lewes. Cost, $18 for adults; $10 for children. For details and reservations, call 947-2640.

Free tour of the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for adults and children age 10 and older, 10 a.m. on the campus, Pilottown Rd., Lewes. Learn about problems and solutions in coastal and marine environments. For details and to preregister, call 645-4234.

East Coast Garden Center to present a gardening workshop with Mark Bowne, 5:30 p.m. at the center, Cordrey Rd. (off Rt. 24) east of Millsboro. For details and to register, call 945-3489.
Peel-your-own shrimp, 5-9 p.m., VFW Post 7447, Rehoboth Beach: one pound, $11; one pound with small pitcher of beer or soda, $12; oyster sandwich, $4; clam strips, $5; crab-cake sandwich, $5; homemade crab soup, $3. Call 227-3469.

Shrimp Night, American Legion Post 28, 6-8 p.m. One pound shrimp, $11; crab cake or rockfish sandwich, $5; and chicken tender boat, $6. Soup available. Live band begins at 8 p.m. Call 945-1673 or visit alpost28.com.

Calling all graduates of St. Maria Goretti High School in Philadelphia, Pa., who are now living in Delaware or on the Eastern Shore of Maryland to join other graduates for a reunion luncheon. For details, call Barbara Papavero Loffler, 410-208-0890.

Saturday, July 11

Craft fair sponsored by the Lewes Historical Society, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Historic Complex, Shipcarpenter St., Lewes. Admission, $3 per person. For details, call 645-7670.

Fort Miles fire power tour, 2 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Calling all Cape Henlopen High School graduates from the classes of 1982 through 1986. A class reunion will be held from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the George H.P. Smith Park at Block House Pond, Lewes. Classmates whose name starts with A to M should bring a covered side dish; classmates with names beginning with N through Z should bring desserts. For details and to register, visit capehenlopen84.com.

Cause 4 Paws to host the fourth annual silent and live auction gala to benefit the Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary, 5:30-8 p.m. at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, Rehoboth Ave. Auction donations welcome by calling Sherri Schaaf, 302-491-8808. Auction tickets, $30 in advance; $35 at the door. For details and tickets, visit info@georgetowncoc.com.

MOMS Club of Rehoboth Beach to host its second annual Touch-A-Truck event (rain or shine) to benefit the March of Dimes, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Kmart parking lot, Rt. 1 just north of Rehoboth Beach. Admission, $5 for children ages 2-12; free for all others. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Truck participants, sponsors, raffle donations, food vendors and entertainers welcome. For details, email Laura Kucharik at touchatruck@gmail.com.

Fish and chicken dinners, noon until sold out, Rising Sun Lodge No. 4, Chestnut St., Milton. Cost, $10 per person; takeouts available. For details, call Bruce Duffy, 645-7544.

Barbecue chicken dinner fundraiser, 11 a.m. until sold out at Faith UM Church, Church St., Rehoboth Beach. Cost, $8 per person; takeouts available.

Half a barbecued chicken dinner and bake sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Grace Church, 514 Union St., Milton. Dinner donation, $8 per person. For details and tickets, call 684-3580.

U.S. Coast Guard Flotilla 12-02 to conduct a vessel exam station at Shawn’s Hideaway off Rt. 24 near Long Neck, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the communities located off Angola Rd. off Rt. 24.

Third annual Best in Summer Shorts film festival, 7 p.m. at the Milton Theatre, 110 Union St., Milton. Cash prizes will be awarded in several age group categories. For details, call 684-3400, or visit miltontheatre.org.

All-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner and gospel concert featuring Crossroads, 6 p.m. (dinner); 7 p.m. (concert) at the Milford Senior Center, 111 Park Ave., Milford. Cost, $20 per person. For details and tickets, call 422-3385.

SPCA adoption event, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Concord Pet, Rt. 1 just north of Rehoboth Beach. For details, call 541-4478.

SPCA Poker at the Beach fundraiser, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. between the QVC Outlet and Giant supermarket, Rt. 1 north of Rehoboth Beach. For details, call 541-4478.

Texas Hold ‘Em poker tournament fundraiser sponsored by the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company, 6:30 p.m. at the fire hall, Rehoboth Ave. For details, call 227-8400.

13th annual summer bazaar and barbecue, 7 a.m. at Mt. Zion AME Church, Ellendale. Table rentals available. Food and refreshments will be available. For details and to rent a table, call 422-5808.

Discount vet vaccination clinic for cats and dogs, 9 a.m. to noon at Doggies at the Beach, Rt. 24 just west of Rt. 1. Also features a free wellness exam. For details, call 644-8200.

Milton Garden Club to host its 10th annual garden tour, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at various gardens throughout the town of Milton. Tickets, $12 per person available in advance at Antiques in Milton, 109 Union St. and at Lewes Printing, 1550-A Savannah Rd., Lewes; $15 the day of the tour available at the Lydia Black Cannon Museum, 210 Union St., Milton. For details, call 684-3804.

July 11-12

17th annual Delmarva Piano Festival featuring pianists Mark Salman, Eileen Hutchins and Nathan Buckner, 8 p.m. July 11; 4 p.m. July 12 at the CAMP Rehoboth Community Center, 37 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach. Tickets, $20 per person. Seating is limited; advance reservations recommended by calling Nancy Martin, 227-0386.

Sunday, July 12

Delaware Comedy Theatre to present an evening of improv, 7-8:30 p.m. at the Tavern on The Circle, 18 Celtic St., Georgetown. Food and drinks available for purchase. For details and to RSVP, call 856-1836.

Terrapin talk with a state park naturalist. 2 p.m. at the Indian River Lifesaving Station, Rt. 1 south of Dewey Beach. Cost, $3 per person; for details, call 227-6991.

Concert in Cupola Park featuring Junior Wilson, 6-9 p.m. in the park just off Rt. 24 in Millsboro. Dinner platters available for purchase. Free; bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Monday, July 13

Fundraising buffet dinner to benefit the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk, 5-7 p.m. at the Georgia House Restaurant, Main St., Millsboro. Tickets, $17 for adults; $9 for children ages 4-12. For details, call 934-7357.

Osprey watch program with a state park naturalist, 9:30 a.m. at the picnic pavilion at Savages Ditch Rd. just off Rt. 1 south of Dewey Beach. Free; for details, call 227-6991.

Single Seniors Beach Club to meet for lunch, 12:30 p.m. at the Miltonian, Rt. 16 and Mulberry St., Milton. For details, call Judy Bryan, 684-5107.

Tuesday, July 14

Lewes summer music concert series continues with the Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition, 7 p.m. at Stango Park, Kings Hwy., Lewes (next to the Lewes Public Library). Free; bring a blanket or a lawn chair.

Free tour of the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for adults and children age 10 and older, 10 a.m. on the campus, Pilottown Rd., Lewes. Learn about problems and solutions in coastal and marine environments. For details and to preregister, call 645-4234.

Notable Books Discussion Group sponsored by the Coastal Georgetown branch of AAUW to meet to discuss Peter Godwin’s “When a Crocodile Eats the Sun: A Memoir of Africa,” 10 a.m. to noon t the South Coastal Library, Kent Ave., Bethany Beach. Public invited; for details, call Laurel, 226-3773.

East Coast Garden Center to sponsor a National Arboretum bus tour. For details and to register, call 945-3489.

Wednesday, July 15

Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce to host a candidates’ forum for those running for Rehoboth Beach Commissioner, 10 a.m. at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, Rehoboth Ave. For details, call Elizabeth or Carol, 227-6446.

Fort Miles battery lantern tour, 7 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Eastern Sussex Democratic Club to hold its summer picnic, 5:30 p.m. at the home of Betty Hurdle, 26607 Hurdle Ditch Rd., Harbeson. Cost, $15 per person; $25 per couple. For details and reservations, call Alice Hanke, 644-0256.

Thursday, July 16

Delaware Comedy Theatre to present “Family Comedy Jam: School’s Out for Summer Edition!” 6-7:15 p.m. at the Rehoboth Beach Public Library, Rehoboth Ave. Free; donations welcome.

Fort Miles battery tour, 2 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Summer reading program to feature the production of “Anansi the Trickster” by the Rehoboth Summer Children’s Theatre, 10:30 a.m. at the Lewes Public Library, Kings Hwy. and Adams Ave., Lewes. Free; for details, call 645-4633.

East Coast Garden Center to present a workshop on refreshing summer containers with Karen Fox, 10 a.m. at the center, Cordrey Rd. (off Rt. 24) east of Millsboro. For details and to register, call 945-3489.

Weekly summer spiritual series featuring “Seeking the Face of God in Contemplation” with Pam Becker, 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church, Second and Mulberry sts., Lewes. Free; for details, call 645-9916.

Single Seniors Beach Club to meet for an indoor picnic and guest speaker, 5 p.m. at the Lewes Senior Center, Nassau Rd. at Five Points. For details, call Judy Bryan, 684-5107.

Sussex County Women’s Democrat Club to meet, 5:30 p.m. at the Sussex Pines Country Club just south of Georgetown. Guest speaker will be Delaware First Lady Carla Markell. For details and reservations, call Catherine King, 628-4812.

July 16-17

Clear Space Productions to present “Oliver,” 7 p.m. at the Freeman Stage at Bayside in Fenwick Island. Tickets range in price from $5 to $25. For details and tickets, call 644-3810, or visit clearspaceproductions.org.

Friday, July 17

Free tour of the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for adults and children age 10 and older, 10 a.m. on the campus, Pilottown Rd., Lewes. Learn about problems and solutions in coastal and marine environments. For details and to preregister, call 645-4234.

Insight Meditation Community of Lewes to present “Entering Into One’s Own Meditative Practice,” with Jason Siff, 7:30-9 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church, Second and Mulberry sts., Lewes. Public invited; for details, call Betty Kirk, 645-9061.

Peel-your-own shrimp, 5-9 p.m., VFW Post 7447, Rehoboth Beach: one pound, $11; one pound with small pitcher of beer or soda, $12; oyster sandwich, $4; clam strips, $5; crab-cake sandwich, $5; homemade crab soup, $3. Call 227-3469.

Shrimp Night, American Legion Post 28, 6-8 p.m. One pound shrimp, $11; crab cake or rockfish sandwich, $5; and chicken tender boat, $6. Soup available. Live band begins at 8 p.m. Call 945-1673 or visit alpost28.com.

Saturday, July 18

UD Alumni Day, noon to 4 p.m. in Dewey Beach. Attendees will receive a commemorative wristband for $10 which includes semi-private party at northbeach from noon to 4 p.m., followed by a trolley ride to the Bottle and Cork’s jam session at 5 p.m. For details, call 302-831-2341.

Fort Miles fire power tour, 2 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Annual car show, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of American Legion Post 28, Rt. 24 near Oak Orchard. Car registration fee is $12. Buffet breakfast served from 7-11 a.m. costs $7 per person. Free admission to the show. For details and to register, call Jim Gallagher, 302-745-0040.

Sussex County Master Gardeners to hold an open house, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the demonstration garden on the grounds of the Carvel Research and Education Center, Rt. 9 five miles west of Georgetown. Event features plant clinics, tours and demonstrations. For details, call 856-7303.

34th annual arts and crafts fair sponsored by the Angola by the Bay Women’s Club, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in and around the community club house, Angola Rd. off Rt. 24. Food and refreshments will be available. For details, call 945-2700.

Live entertainment featuring The Generations of Big Band, 7 p.m. at the community center and gazebo in the Villages of Five Points, Savannah Rd., Lewes. Free; public invited.

Milton Historical Society to host a one-hour walking tour of the town, 10 a.m. beginning at society headquarters, 210 Union St., Milton. Cost, free for members; $5 for all others. For details and to register, call 684-1010.

U.S. Coast Guard Flotilla 12-02 to conduct a vessel exam station at the Lewes Public Boat Ramp, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the communities located off Angola Rd. off Rt. 24.

Half-pound of shrimp and barbecue sandwich with baked beans, 4-7 p.m. at American Legion Post 5, King Charles Ave., Rehoboth Beach. Cost, $11. For details, call 227-8999.

SPCA adoption fair, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Concord Pet, Rt. 1 north of Rehoboth Beach. Donations of wet and dry pet food welcome. For details, call 541-4478.

All-you-can-eat breakfast, 7:30 a.m. at the Long Neck CHEER Center, Long Neck Rd. Cost, $5 for members; $7 for nonmembers; public invited.

Insight Meditation Community of Lewes to host a retreat featuring “Recollective Awareness Meditation” with Jason Siff, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church, Second and Mulberry sts., Lewes. Suggested donation is $45 per person and includes lunch. For details and reservations, call Nick Edge, 945-4094.

Sunday, July 19

Live entertainment featuring The Threatles and Pete Weidman and Cliff Hillis of Love Seed Momma Jump, 7 p.m. at the community center and gazebo in the Villages of Five Points, Savannah Rd., Lewes. Free; public invited.

Concert in Cupola Park featuring the Eddie Sherman Show, 6-9 p.m. in the park just off Rt. 24 in Millsboro. Dinner platters available for purchase. Free; bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Sports card, comic book and collectibles show, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Aetna Fire Hall, 400 Ogletown Rd., Newark. Admission, $2; children 12 an d under admitted free. For details, call 302-559-7962.

Monday, July 20

Delaware Equine Council to meet, 7 p.m. at the Harrington Public Library, Harrington. New members welcome. For details, call Stan, 684-3966.

Tuesday, July 21

Free tour of the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for adults and children age 10 and older, 10 a.m. on the campus, Pilottown Rd., Lewes. Learn about problems and solutions in coastal and marine environments. For details and to preregister, call 645-4234.

Victorian tea and fashion show sponsored by the Zwaanendael Women’s Club, 1-3 p.m. at the clubhouse, Savannah Rd. and Third St., Lewes. Cost, $18 for adults; $10 for children. For details and reservations, call 947-2640.

Wednesday, July 22

Fort Miles battery lantern tour, 7 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Single Seniors Beach Club to meet for dinner, 5:30 p.m. at the Long Neck Diner, Long Neck Rd. Miniature golf to follow. For details, call Judy Bryan, 684-5107.

Thursday, July 23

Fort Miles battery tour, 2 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Summer reading program to featuring storyteller Clem Bowen, 10:30 a.m. at the Lewes Public Library, Kings Hwy and Adams Ave., Lewes. Free; for details, call 645-4633.

Movie “The Shark Tale,” at dusk at the community center and gazebo in the Villages of Five Points, Savannah Rd., Lewes. Free; public invited.

Weekly summer spiritual series featuring “The History of Iconography” with the Rev. Jeremy Warnick, 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church, Second and Mulberry sts., Lewes. Free; for details, call 645-9916.

Spirit of Norfolk bingo cruise sponsored by the Cape Henlopen Senior Center. Cost, $89 for members; $99 for all others. For details and reservations, call 227-2055.

July 23-26

Clear Space Productions to present “Oliver,” 7 p.m. July 23-24; 3 and 7 p.m. July 25; 3 p.m. July 26 at Epworth UM Church, Holland Glade Rd. just north of Rehoboth Beach. Tickets range in price from $5 to $25. For details and tickets, call 644-3810, or visit clearspaceproductions.org.

Friday, July 24

Free tour of the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for adults and children age 10 and older, 10 a.m. on the campus, Pilottown Rd., Lewes. Learn about problems and solutions in coastal and marine environments. For details and to preregister, call 645-4234.

Delaware Money School to offer a free financial literacy class titled Finding Balance in Your Budget, 10-11:30 a.m. at the Lewes Public Library, Kings Hwy. and Adams Ave., Lewes. Preregistration required by calling 645-7710, or visit delawaremoneyschool.com to enroll.

32nd anniversary celebration, 10:30 a.m. at the Long Neck CHEER Center, Long Neck Rd. For details, call 945-3551.

Peel-your-own shrimp, 5-9 p.m., VFW Post 7447, Rehoboth Beach: one pound, $11; one pound with small pitcher of beer or soda, $12; oyster sandwich, $4; clam strips, $5; crab-cake sandwich, $5; homemade crab soup, $3. Call 227-3469.

Shrimp Night, American Legion Post 28, 6-8 p.m. One pound shrimp, $11; crab cake or rockfish sandwich, $5; and chicken tender boat, $6. Soup available. Live band begins at 8 p.m. Call 945-1673 or visit alpost28.com.

July 24-25

Annual book sale sponsored by the Millsboro Public Library, noon to 8 p.m. July 24; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 25 at the Scout Hut, State St., Millsboro. Book donations welcome by calling Sandy Stevens, 934-8865.

July 24-26

Milton Theatre to present “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” 8 p.m. July 24 and 25; 2 p.m. July 26 at the theatre, 110 Union St., Milton. Tickets, $18 for adults; $15 for students and senior citizens. For details and tickets, call 684-3400.

Saturday, July 25

Fort Miles fire power tour, 2 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Delaware Comedy Theatre to present “The 1944 Firehouse Murder Mystery,” 7:30-9 p.m. at the Bethany Beach Fire Hall, Hollywood St., Bethany Beach. Tickets, $45 per person includes dinner and show. For details and tickets, call 539-7700, or visit bethanybeachfire.com.

Terrapin talk with a state park naturalist. 2 p.m. at the Indian River Lifesaving Station, Rt. 1 south of Dewey Beach. Cost, $3 per person; for details, call 227-6991.

Concert featuring the Island Boyz, 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the community center and gazebo in the Villages of Five Points, Savannah Rd., Lewes. Free; public invited.

Barbecue chicken dinner fundraiser, 11 a.m. until sold out at Faith UM Church, Church St., Rehoboth Beach. Cost, $8 per person; takeouts available.

Sunday, July 26

Concert in Cupola Park featuring The Draw, 6-9 p.m. in the park just off Rt. 24 in Millsboro. Dinner platters available for purchase. Free; bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Monday, July 27

Single Seniors Beach Club to meet for lunch, 12:30 p.m. at Bethany Blues, Rt. 1 just north of Midway. For details, call Judy Bryan, 684-5107.

Tuesday, July 28

Free tour of the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for adults and children age 10 and older, 10 a.m. on the campus, Pilottown Rd., Lewes. Learn about problems and solutions in coastal and marine environments. For details and to preregister, call 645-4234.

Wednesday, July 29

Fort Miles battery lantern tour, 7 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

July 29 – Aug. 1

60th annual All Saints Antiques Show, 6-8 p.m. (opening reception); 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 30 and 31; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 1 at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. Reception tickets costs $30 per person and include unlimited admittance to the show. Daily show admission is $7 per person at the door. For details and reception tickets, call 227-7202.

Thursday, July 30

Annual fundraiser for the Center for the Inland Bays, 7-10 p.m. at the center, Rt. 1 and Indian River Inlet south of Dewey Beach. Event features steel drums, cocktails, desserts and silent auction. Tickets, $10 at the door or in advance by visiting inlandbays.org.

Fort Miles battery tour, 2 p.m. at the battery at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Cost, $5 for adults; $2.50 for children. For details and to preregister, call 645-6852.

Summer reading program to feature the production of “Sometimes You Just Need to be Silly” by the Itinerant Dance Theater, 10:30 a.m. at the Lewes Public Library, Kings Hwy and Adams Ave., Lewes. Free; for details, call 645-4633.

Movie “Kung Fu Panda,” at dusk at the community center and gazebo in the Villages of Five Points, Savannah Rd., Lewes. Free; public invited.

Weekly summer spiritual series featuring “Praying in Color” with the Rev. Ann Tillman, 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church, Second and Mulberry sts., Lewes. Free; for details, call 645-9916.

SPCA fundraiser, 6-9 p.m. at Gray Hare Tavern, Route 24 north of Rehoboth Beach, near Doggies at the Beach. The tavern will donate part of the evening’s proceeds to the SPCA and there will be a money tree raffle.

Friday, July 31

Free tour of the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for adults and children age 10 and older, 10 a.m. on the campus, Pilottown Rd., Lewes. Learn about problems and solutions in coastal and marine environments. For details and to preregister, call 645-4234.

East Coast Garden Center to present a workshop on container water gardening with Mark Bowne, 5:30 p.m. at the center, Cordrey Rd. (off Rt. 24) east of Millsboro. For details and to register, call 945-3489.

Peel-your-own shrimp, 5-9 p.m., VFW Post 7447, Rehoboth Beach: one pound, $11; one pound with small pitcher of beer or soda, $12; oyster sandwich, $4; clam strips, $5; crab-cake sandwich, $5; homemade crab soup, $3. Call 227-3469.

Shrimp Night, American Legion Post 28, 6-8 p.m. One pound shrimp, $11; crab cake or rockfish sandwich, $5; and chicken tender boat, $6. Soup available. Live band begins at 8 p.m. Call 945-1673 or visit alpost28.com.

July 31 – Aug. 2

Milton Theatre to present “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” 8 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1; 2 p.m. Aug. 2 at the theatre, 110 Union St., Milton. Tickets, $18 for adults; $15 for students and senior citizens. For details and tickets, call 684-3400.

Saturday, Aug. 1

31st annual Sandcastle Contest sponsored by the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce, 8:30 a.m. (registration) at Fisherman’s Beach at the north end of the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Judging commences at 3 p.m. Competition in adult and children’s divisions. Contest if free; donations appreciated. For details, call 227-2233.

Tuesday, Aug. 4

Free tour of the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for adults and children age 10 and older, 10 a.m. on the campus, Pilottown Rd., Lewes. Learn about problems and solutions in coastal and marine environments. For details and to preregister, call 645-4234.

Thursday, Aug. 6

Bingo, 6 p.m. at the Indian River Senior Center, 214 Irons Ave., Millsboro. Cost, $15 at the door. Light refreshments will be available. For details, call 934-8839.

Friday, Aug. 7

Free tour of the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment for adults and children age 10 and older, 10 a.m. on the campus, Pilottown Rd., Lewes. Learn about problems and solutions in coastal and marine environments. For details and to preregister, call 645-4234.

Free guided tours of the Rehoboth Beach Museum, 10:30 a.m. at the museum, 511, Rehoboth Ave. Space is limited; preregister by calling 227-7310.

Peel-your-own shrimp, 5-9 p.m., VFW Post 7447, Rehoboth Beach: one pound, $11; one pound with small pitcher of beer or soda, $12; oyster sandwich, $4; clam strips, $5; crab-cake sandwich, $5; homemade crab soup, $3. Call 227-3469.

Shrimp Night, American Legion Post 28, 6-8 p.m. One pound shrimp, $11; crab cake or rockfish sandwich, $5; and chicken tender boat, $6. Soup available. Live band begins at 8 p.m. Call 945-1673 or visit alpost28.com.

Saturday, Aug. 8

Fish and chicken dinners, noon until sold out, Rising Sun Lodge No. 4, Chestnut St., Milton. Cost, $10 per person; takeouts available. For details, call Bruce Duffy, 645-7544.

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Mondays

The Delaware Seashore chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild meets the first Monday of each month at 10 a.m., at the CHEER Center on Sand Hill Road in Georgetown. For details, call 227-1848.

New Faces of Shakespeare reading group meets at 7 p.m. every second Monday at Possum Point Players Hall, 441 Old Laurel Rd., Georgetown. For information or to register, call 856-3460 or email beverlyhelene@gmail.com.

Fearless caregiver support group meets at 11 a.m., second Monday of each month, at the CHEER Community Center, Route 9 and Sand Hill Road, Georgetown. Call 854-9500.

Insight Meditation Community of Lewes, weekly meditation, 4 to 5 p.m., St. Peter’s Parish Hall on Mulberry at Second Street. Free and open to public. Meditation instruction is available. Contact info@imc-lewes.org or call 945-0729.

Lap sit time for parents with children up to age 2, 10:30 a.m. at Rehoboth Beach Public Library, 226 Rehoboth Ave. The Mother Goose on the Loose program incorporates stories, music and movement to make a fun and entertaining 30-minute program. At 11 a.m., children ages 6 to 12 can participate in a chapter book group with reading and related activities. Call 227-8044.

Bingo, sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28 in conjunction with the Oak Orchard-Riverdale American Legion Post 28, 7 p.m., in the Post Hall in Millsboro. The auxiliary provides a variety of food items for purchase. Proceeds benefit the auxiliary programs for veterans, children and youth. Doors open at 5 p.m. Call 945-1673, Ext. 5 or 14.

Nonprofit paranormal research group GHOST (Ghost Hunters Offering Supernatural Tactics) meets at 7 p.m., every first Monday in Laurel and is seeking new members. Call 302-280-6450 for more information, email DMessina42@aol.com or visit www.voicesfrombeyond7.com/GHOSTintro.html

Tuesdays

Meeting of the U.S. Coast Guard Flotilla 12-09, second Tuesday each month, 7:30 p.m. at the U.S. Coast Guard Station on the north side of the Indian River Inlet. New members 17 and older welcome. For details call 227-8781.

Lewes Radio Control Model Airplane Club meets every second Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion on Route 24 east of Millsboro. Call 945-0329 or 947-4851.

Bingo at AMVETS on Long Neck Road; doors open 5 p.m., games begin 7 p.m. Call 945-0406.

Grief support group begins Nov. 25 and continues for 13 weeks at Epworth United Methodist Church, 19285 Holland Glade Rd., Rehoboth. Free and open to all. Call 227-7743 or visit www.epworth-rehoboth.org

Rehoboth Beach Public Library will hold a game night for ages 12 and up from 6 to 8 p.m., every other Tuesday in the upstairs meeting room, with games ranging from Cranium to Yahtzee. Participants are welcome to bring their own games. Call 227-8044 for more information.

Sussex Scrabble meets at 6 p.m., every Tuesday at the Lewes Harbourtown Clubhouse. There is no cost to play. All players, casual or serious, beginner or intermediate, young or old, are welcomed by the Sussex County Scrabble Club. For directions or more information call Jan Friedel at 644-4066 or email janboovyfeidel@aol.com.

Insight Meditation Community of Lewes morning meditation, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. at St. Peter's Parish Hall, Mulberry at Second Street, Lewes; free and open to public. Contact info@imc-lewes.org or call 302-448-6499.

Insight Meditation Community of Lewes and Integrated Health Department of Beebe Medical Center weekly meditation, 6-7 p.m., Bob and Jane McCurry Conference Center, back entrance of the Tunnell Cancer Center, Route 24 west of Route 1. Free and open to the public; meditation instruction available. Email info@imc-lewes.org or call John Sykes, 945-0729.

Wednesdays
L.E.A.P. (literacy education assistance pups) will be at the Rehoboth Beach Public Library from 6 to 7 p.m. Children who are beginning to read or who are hesitant readers are invited to read to these specially trained dogs and handlers. This program allows the children to read with no judgements, limited corrections and unconditional acceptance. Call 227-8044.

Round-robin bridge, first and third Wednesdays each month, 12:30-3 p.m. at the Village Improvement Association clubhouse, Grenoble Place and the Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach. Public invited. Call 226-2132 or 645-5377.

The Cape Business Network meets at 7:30 a.m., every other Wednesday at the Cracker Barrel on Route 1 in Rehoboth Beach. Interested small businesses may contact Wendy Rafferty by email at wrafferty9@mchsi.com.

The S.A.L.T. (Seniors and Lawmen Together) Council meets the second Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at the Sussex County Administration Office just south of the Wilmington Trust Bank on Route 113 in Georgetown. The council invites any individuals, organizations or agencies interested in the welfare of senior citizens to attend these meetings and share their programs, knowledge or concerns. For additional information, contact President Bob Adams at 302-732-3599.

The 37th District Democratic Committee meets at 7 p.m., the last Wednesday of the month at the Cool Springs Community Center. Call Pat Ewing at 628-4563 for more information.

Thursdays
Coastal Camera Club meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month, September-May at 7 p.m. at The Landing Club House off Old Landing Road. Call Dick, 684-4496, or visit www.coastalcameraclub.com. New members and guests welcome.

Yoga practice for all levels, 3:45-4:45 p.m. at the Village Improvement Association Club House, Grenoble Place and the Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach. Public invited. $5.

Addiction Recovery by Relying on Christ, 6:30 p.m. at Midway Baptist Church, Rt. 24 between Peddlers Village and Angola Road. All in search of support welcome regardless of religion, including family and friends of the person in addiction. Call 947-9543.

Bingo at Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge, 18544 Beaver Dam Road, west of Lewes. Doors open 5 p.m., games begin 7 p.m. Light fare. Call 645-7016.

The Coastal-Georgetown Branch of the American Association of University Women meets 11 a.m.-2 p.m., every third Thursday, Sept.-June at local restaurants. Members must hold an associate or equivalent degree or higher. Contact Sheri Borrin, 226-2296, or Becky Madden, 302-732-3953.

Fridays
The Delaware Seashore Preservation Foundation meets at 7 p.m., the second Friday of the month at the Delaware Seashore State Park office at the Indian River Life-Saving Station. Call 227-0478 and leave a message.

Children’s story hour for ages 3-7, 11 a.m. at Rehoboth Beach Public Library, 226 Rehoboth Ave. Craft activity for preschoolers through age 11 at noon. Call 227-8044.

Peel-your-own shrimp, 5-9 p.m. at the Rehoboth Beach VFW Post, State Rd., Rehoboth Beach. One pound of shrimp, $10; one pound with small pitcher, $11; oyster sandwich, $4; clam strips, $3; crab cake sandwich, $5; crab soup, $3. Call 227-3469.

Guided tours of the Lightship Overfalls will be offered this summer from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., every Friday and Saturday, and from 1 to 4 p.m., Sundays. The ship is open for self-guided tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mondays and Thursdays. The ship's store is open during these times.

Saturdays
The local Submarine Veterans Organization meets the third Saturday of each month at 11:30 a.m. at the Sheraton Hotel in Dover. All submarine veterans and their guest are welcome to attend. Call 947-1483.

“Around the World” story and craft hour for ages 3-12, 1 p.m. at Rehoboth Beach Public Library, 226 Rehoboth Ave. Call 227-8044.

Shrimp night, 4-7 p.m. at American Legion Post 5, King Charles Ave., Rehoboth Beach. Cost, $10 per pound to eat in; $11.50 per pound to take out. Call 227-8999.

Casino night, second Saturday each month, 6:30 p.m. to midnight at American Legion Post 28, Rt. 24 near Oak Orchard. Admission, $5.

Historic Lewes Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-noon, rain or shine at the Lewes Historical Society complex. For details, visit historiclewesfarmersmarket.org.

Sundays
Bingo, 2-5 p.m. (doors open at 12:30) at Lewes Senior Center, 310 Nassau Park Road, Lewes. Snack bar available.

Ongoing
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28 holds low-impact aerobic exercise classes every Monday thru Thursday at 9 a.m. at the post on Rt. 24 in Millsboro. The classes are great for seniors, those wanting to get back into exercising and those with chronic health problems. All classes are open to the public.


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American Legion Post 17 - American Legion Road, Lewes. Meets at 7 p.m. the first Thursday of month. Kitchen specials available to the public, Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 645-9965.

American Legion Post 28 - Legion Road, Millsboro. Meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month. Auxiliary meets at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of month. 945-1673.

Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge 2540 - Beaver Dam Road (Rt. 23), Lewes. Meets at 8 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month. 645-7016.

Dewey Beach Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Big Fish Grill, Route 1, Rehoboth Beach.

First Town Club of Lewes - Lewes Presbyterian Church. Meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday, Sept.-June. 227-5407.

GFWC Zwaanendael Women’s Club - Third Street and Savannah Road. Meets at 1 p.m. third Tuesday of each month, Sept.-May. 947-2293.

Henlopen Grange No. 20 - Grange Hall, near Lewes. Meets at 8 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month.

Henlopen Ruritan Club - Harbeson United Methodist Church. Meets at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of each month.

Kiwanis Club of Rehoboth Beach meets at noon, the first and third Wednesday of each month at Rehoboth Beach Country Club. All are welcome. Rehobothkiwanis.org or 537-7979.

Knights of Columbus - St. Jude’s Parish Life Center. Meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. 644-7300.

Lewes Chamber of Commerce meets at various locations at 8 a.m. the fourth Thursday of each month. 645-8073.

Lewes Lions Club - Cirelli’s Restaurant, Lewes. Meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month. 645-2733.

Lewes/Rehoboth Rotary Club meets every Monday at 6 p.m. at Béseme restaurant on the ground floor of the Hotel Rodney, Second and Market streets, Lewes. Questions, call 947-0970.

The Marine Corps League Diamond State Detachment 704 meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month, at the American Legion Post 28 on Route 24 in Oak Orchard. All veterans and active duty U.S. Marines and FMF Corpsmen are welcome. 226-1207.

Midway Lions Club meets the first and third Monday of every month at noon, September through June at Irish Eyes Restaurant in Rehoboth Beach. Call 436-8142.

Milton Lions Club meets at 6:45 p.m. the second and fourth Monday of each month at Goshen Hall, Federal Street.

NARFE, Coastal Sussex Chapter 1690 - Meets at noon the second Thursday of each month (Sept.-June); check-in begins at 11:30 a.m. at 1776 Restaurant in the Midway Shopping Center. 302-436-4261.

Rehoboth Lions Club meets the second Wednesday of each month at Big Fish Grill, Route 1, Rehoboth Beach. 227-0196.

Sunrise Rotary Club meets at 7:30 a.m. each Friday at Kings Creek Country Club, Rehoboth Beach. 302-841-5331.

VFW Post 7447 & Ladies Auxiliary - State Road, Rehoboth Beach. Post meets at 7:30 p.m., second Wednesday of month; Auxiliary meets at 7 p.m., first Thursday. 227-3469.

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