Claire Howard Fine Art celebrates opening of new Bethany Beach studio Local artist Claire Howard officially opened a new studio in Bethany Beach this week, marking the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted in partnership with the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce. The grand opening was held June 9 and drew family members, friends and chamber representatives to celebrate the …
Dover Hope Zone, Elevate Vocal Arts to Present Juneteenth Celebration The Dover Hope Zone, in collaboration with Elevate Vocal Arts Summer Institute, will host a free community Juneteenth celebration on Friday, June 19, featuring a concert highlighting the work of Black composers and artists. Titled “Black Joy: A Juneteenth Celebration,” the event will take place at 7:30 p.m. at The …
Sussex County Land Trust celebrates 25th anniversary milestone The Sussex County Land Trust will celebrate its 25th anniversary during its annual meeting on June 26, highlighting recent conservation projects and outlining future priorities for land preservation, recreation, and stewardship across Sussex County. The meeting will be held at the Delaware Botanic Gardens in Dagsboro and is open to the public. …
Lewes to host All-American Night of Jazz as part of Delaware 250 events Coastal Concerts, in partnership with the City of Lewes, will host a free outdoor performance on June 16 at Stango Park as part of statewide celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of Delaware. The event, titled “Swingin’ History: An All-American Night of Jazz,” will run from 7 to …
Milton Pride Festival planned for June 13 celebration in downtown Milton The Milton Theatre and Sussex Pride will host the annual Milton Pride Festival on Saturday, June 13, from 4 to 8 p.m. in downtown Milton, bringing together live performances, vendors, and community programming centered on inclusion and support for LGBTQ+ residents and allies. Organizers describe the event as a …
Running of the Bull returns to Dewey Beach for 29th year One of Dewey Beach’s most recognizable summer traditions is set to return later this month as The Starboard hosts the 29th annual Running of the Bull on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The long-running event brings a lighthearted twist to the famous Spanish festival it is loosely inspired by, replacing …
Cape May–Lewes Ferry named to Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice list for 2026 The Cape May–Lewes Ferry has been recognized with the 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award, placing the Delaware Bay ferry service among the top 10% of listings worldwide on the travel platform. Ferry officials announced the honor this week, noting that the award is based on consistent traveler reviews and …
Music at the Mill returns with summer lineup at Abbott’s Mill Nature Center The Delaware Nature Society’s annual Music at the Mill summer concert series will return to Abbott’s Mill Nature Center next week, offering a series of outdoor evening performances throughout the summer. The family-friendly event series is scheduled for four Thursday evenings: June 11, July 9, Aug. 13 …
Dewey Movies on the Beach and Bonfires Set to Return for 2026 Summer Season Movies on the Beach and weekly bonfires in Dewey Beach are returning for the 2026 summer season, according to the Rehoboth Beach–Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce. The summer programming, held at Dagsworthy Avenue beach, is presented by Rehoboth Beach – Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce and …
Community Questionnaire Launches for Milford’s 2028 Comprehensive Plan City officials are asking residents, business owners and other stakeholders to help shape Milford’s future by participating in a community questionnaire as part of the city’s 2028 Comprehensive Plan update. The city recently launched the public engagement process for its next 10-year Comprehensive Plan, a document that will guide decisions related to …
