Destination Cecil County Summer 2017

DESTINATION CECIL COUNTY

Brought to you by the Chester County Press • July 12, 2017

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Plenty of new entertainment at this year’s Cecil County Fair The Cecil County Fair—one of the county’s most popular annual events and an enduring tradition for many families in the area— will be returning to the Fair Hill Fairgrounds at 4640 Telegraph Road in Elkton from July 21 to July 29.

There will be plenty of new entertainment and returning favorites at this year’s fair. Here’s a look at some of the entertainment that is planned:

Team Uprooted Team Uprooted: Marty Long has been coming to the Cecil County Fair for several years, his extreme chainsaw carving show, “Team Uprooted,” never fails to draw a crowd. Marty began his carving career in 1992 with “Fear No Ice” an ice carving company and he competed on the N.I.C.A. competition circuit. In 2000 he tried his hand at woodcarving and then joined “Masters of the Chainsaw.” During a forty five-minute show, from behind protective netting, onlookers will observe an original and captivating high-energy performance. With chain saw roaring and chips flying, Marty’s precision and skill quickly transforms a three-foot tall log into a true work of art. Nearly every show will result with a chainsaw carving being produced from start to finish, with as many as four chainsaw carvings per day. Two days during the fair we auction off the carvings at a live auction, and also raffle off several pieces.

Ultimate Flying Canines Ultimate Flying Canines: Todd Duncan and his pack of “Ultimate Flying Canines” could not be happier to be performing again this year at the Cecil County Fair. “This is one of my favorite performances of the year. The crowd is so enthusiastic and every year I get to see folks returning to the fair”, says Duncan. Todd is a five time World Dog Frisbee Champion. He has been performing professionally with his team of dogs since 2005. He has performed at State and County Fairs, NFL, NBA, MLB and College sporting events nationwide as well as competed internationally. Todd is also an active member of the DAWG Foundation.

The DAWG Foundation (Dogs Assisting Wounded GI’s) was formed with the mission of providing companion canines for US military veterans, (and select First Responders), battling PTSD. For more information, please visit us at http://www. dawgfoundation.com.

Spun Out Fire Spun Out FIRE Productions (SOFP) is a fire troop that is dedicated to making sure people have a good time. SOFP was founded by Wyld Kyle out of Buffalo NY in 2009 with his fire spinning crew and DJ friend Ill Billy. Ill Billy would spin records next to Wyld Kyle and SOFP as they spun their fire toys around, until the fire went out. Thus the name Spun Out FIRE Productions (SOFP) was born. Originally spinning at small local festivals and private parties, SOFP has grown exponentially over the years and now tours across the Northeast, and then some, every summer.

SOFP has even started a second chapter in Louisville Kentucky in 2014.

Over the years SOFP has learned how to play with many different forms of flow / fire toys. It has brought us great joy. Now that we have learned these skills we would like to share them with the world. Performing, and entertaining people, is what we live for. Nothing feels better than putting smiles on people’s faces. Besides the performing aspect, sharing and teaching the skills to others is also very rewarding.

Spinning fire has done wonders for our lives and the lives of many others. If sharing an unfound skill in someone else is possible, so that they too may find extra joy in their life, then it's a must do. As SOFP spreads the light and gets more and

more people to practice the art of Flow, then that will be that many more smiles to be shared. It creates a ripple effect of happiness. The entirety of Spun Out Fire Productions always encourages everyone to be themselves and chase their dreams.

As they are not that far out of reach.

Spun Out FIRE Productions has now been melting minds and sparking your imagination on the main festival circuit for 8 years. SOFP has been seen in 12 different states in front of hundreds of thousands of people. Spinning fire with a wide range of over 25 different fire toys and fire magic tricks, SOFP will always keep you guessing what’s next. SOFP is now filled with fire spinners from all over the country that tour together to form Spun Out FIRE Productions. They all share the same passion for fire, peace, love, music, and entertaining people with their mesmerizing and dangerous maneuvers.

Professor Bubblemaker Professor Bubblemaker: Eleven years ago Professor Bubblemaker began performing soap bubble art at street and arts festivals. Over the years, the show has grown from a small strolling act in Huntsville, AL to a cutting edge bubble and light show choreographed to music. In 2013 Professor Bubblemaker was featured in AMC networks “The Road Show.” In 2015 Professor Bubblemaker became the first person in the world to put a full grown cow inside a bubble and later that same year, he put a Percheron draft horse in a bubble.

During the day, the Professor will stroll around the fairgrounds filling the sky with bubbles, and delighting children of all ages performing tricks with bubbles that you never thought possible. In the evening, the lights and music come on for the Bubble Ballet and Rock & Roll Bubble show at the professor’s medicine show wagon.

Both shows feature bubbles of all shapes and sizes from tiny bubbles to some of the biggest bubbles in the world. You will see bubbles made with everything from traditional bubble wands, giant rope wands of the professors invention, and nothing more than the professor’s hands. Each show ends with a finale that fills the sky with bubbles and even puts audience members inside of bubbles! These shows transport young and old alike to a wondrous world where the simple joy of bubbles will bring smiles and fun to all.

2017 Band Schedule: Saturday, July 22 7pm Dean Sapp (Bluegrass)

Wednesday, July 26 - 7pm Half Past Seven (Modern Rock)

Sunday, July 23 - 7pm A Different Breed (Country)

Thursday, July 27 - 5:15pm Gospel Night: Downin Lane, Nottingham Four, The Bowling Family, and The Kingsman Quartet

Monday, July 24 - 7pm Durkin & Mallet (Acoustic) Tuesday, July 25 - 7pm Harps & Halos (Christian Contemporary & Blues)

Friday, July 28 - 7pm Rio Bravo (Rock) Saturday, July 29 -7pm Rory Sullivan (Original, Rock)

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July 21–29, 2017

Rt. 213 & 273, Fair Hill, MD 410-392-3440 • www.cecilcountyfair.org

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Cecil County Events Cecil County Food & Wine Festival

Rockin’ Raspberry Harvest Party

County Fair begins

Date: Aug. 26, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: Town Of Chesapeake City The show features collectible vehicles, street rods, trucks and woodies. Local shops and restaurants will be open all day and evening.

Spectator parking is at the Jack Ritter Little League Ball Field, with shuttle service from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. DJ Terry will play the hits of the ‘50s and ‘60s on the stage at Pell Gardens. The Food Court is on Third Street between George Street and Bohemia Avenue. There will be judging of show cars by select members of the Delaware Street Rods Car Club. Prize drawings for participants to start at 11:30 a.m. at Pell Gardens. Winners’ names will be posted on white boards at Pell Gardens and the Food Court. Participants must be present at the car show to win/collect for prize awards. Car Show Awards presentation to start at 2:30 p.m. in Pell Gardens. A 50/50 drawing will follow. The 50/50 winner does not need to be present to win.

Date: July 15, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Location: North East Community Park (200 Walnut St., North East, Md.) Enjoy wine tastings featuring Cecil County and Maryland wines, food, live music, craft vendors, demonstrations and more! Visit www.cecilwinefest.com.

Date: July 21, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Location: Fair Grounds (4640 Telegraph Rd., Elkton, Md.) Carnival midway, demolition derby, tractor and truck pulls, professionallysanctioned rodeo, shows, 4-H competitions, contests, 5K run/walk, and food. Visit www.cecilcountyfair.org.

Blackberry Bash Harvest Party Date: July 22, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: Milburn Orchards (1495 Appleton Rd., Elkton, Md.)

Lotus Blossom Art & Nature Festival

Date: Aug,. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Mount Harmon Plantation (600 Mount Harmon Rd., Earlville, Md.) The Art & Nature Festival showcases the American Lotus in peak bloom and features an array of nature-inspired fine arts, crafts and exhibitors, a classic car show, guided nature walks, children’s activities, food vendors and more.

Admission: $5, FOMH members and children 12 and younger, free. Tickets available upon entry. Visit www.mountharmon.org.

Peach Party

Date: Aug. 5, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: Milburn Orchards (1495 Appleton Rd., Elkton, Md.) Each Harvest Party includes homemade and hand-cranked ice cream making demonstrations for the flavor of the weekend theme (11 a.m. and 2 p.m.); pie-eating contest for kids (12:30 each day); pedal tractor pull competition for kids (1 p.m.); family activities such as sack races and bean bag toss. Free samples of the weekend theme fruit in the market. Visit www.milburnorchards.com.

Upper Bay Art Festival

Date: Aug. 5, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location: McDaniel Yacht Basin (15 Grandview Ave., North East, Md.) Free admission. Chesapeake Bay and boating inspired arts and crafts, food trucks, beer and wine, music by DJ Bob Cross, face painting and children’s activities, Sailfish and South Wind Boats. Visit www.galahadmarine.com.

Date: Aug. 19, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: Milburn Orchards (1495 Appleton Rd., Elkton, Md.)

Lions Club Car Show

North East Triathlon & Duathlon

Date: Aug. 27, 7:30 a.m.

Location: North East Community Park (200 Walnut St., North East, Md.) Sprint Distance Tri or Du: 750 Meter Swim or 1.5 Mile Run ~ 13 Mile Bike ~ 3.1 Mile Run. Visit www.piranha-sports.com.

Bull & Oyster Roast

Date: Oct. 14, 5 to 9 p.m.

Location: Mount Harmon Plantation (600 Mount Harmon Rd., Earleville, Md.) The Bull & Oyster Roast is a favorite fall event and great time to visit Mount Harmon and enjoy one of the Eastern Shore’s finest delicacies – freshly shucked oysters. The event is an important fundraiser for Mount Harmon. Tickets include oysters on the half shell and roasted oysters, a barbeque buffet, dessert, beer and wine, silent and live auctions, manor house tours, and live music. Advance tickets are $65 per person ($500 for a reserved table for eight). Reservations Required. Email info@ mountharmon.org or call 410-275-8819.

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The Plumpton Park Zoo:

A great place to spend time with your kids If you have not been to the Plumpton Park Zoo in a while you are in for a treat! Located at 1416 Telegraph Road in Rising Sun, the zoo maintains a beautiful, exotic collection of wild animals for the public to enjoy. The owners, Cheryl and Nick Lacovara, rescued the zoo after the facility was shut down in July 2010. Most thought the facility would never reopen, but this couple, who are exotic animal keepers from Mullica Hill, New Jersey, have in five years totally revitalized the park. The zoo is now a permanent community-supported institution for everyone to enjoy.

It is evident that these animals are their passion as you walk the well-maintained grounds and view how healthy and happy their animals are.

The following is a list of the animals that you can view in their natural habitats: Mammals at the Plumpton Park Zoo The zoo is home to: Alpaca, American Bison, African Crested Porcupine, an African Serval, Arctic Foxes, Bactarin Camels, Bengal Tiger, a Binturong, Black Backed Jackals, American Black Bear, a Bobcat, Eurpean Brown Bear, Fallow Deer, a Giraffe, Llama, Pot Bellied Pigs, Prairie Dogs, Pygmy Goats, Reeves Muntjac, Sheep, Siamang Apes, Sicilian Donkeys, a Silver Fox, Timber Wolves, an African Watusi, a White Bengal Tiger, a White Faced Capuchin Monkey and a pair of Zebra.

Birds at the Plumpton Park Zoo The zoo is home to: Barred Owl, Blue and Gold Macaw, Blue-eared Pheasant, Chinese Silky Chickens, Ducks, Harris’s Hawk, Heritage Turkey, Peacocks, Red Golden Pheasant, Sandhill Crane, and Silver Pheasant, Scarlet Macaw, Umbrella Cockatoos, Goffin Cockatoo, Sun Conure.

Reptiles at the Plumpton Park Zoo The zoo is home to: African Sulcata Tortoise, American Alligator, Ball Python, Burmese Python, Corn Snake, Gecko, Green Iguana, Hermann Tortoise, Red Iguana, Red Footed Tortoise, and Red Eared Sliders.

Education is an important mission of the Plumpton Park Zoo. Summer Camps give children an in-depth opportunity to learn about various animals at the zoo.

The Plumpton Park Zoo is happy to offer group rates for schools, scouts, and other groups that wish to visit the zoo. Admission to the zoo is only $12 which makes it a very affordable family outing. In addition the zoo also is a great place for birthday parties, family picnics, corporate events and weddings.

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Spotlight on Chesapeake City M/V Bay Breeze offers a variety of tours and sightseeing cruises, including special events ranging from a day out with the family to corporate outings or wedding rehearsals. The business is owned by Steve Connell and his father, Tom Connell, who encourage all their passengers to bring along a camera to capture images of the memorable experience on the Bay Breeze.

For more information about one of the cruises, call 410-885-5500 or visit mvbaybreeze.com.

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Enjoy a beautiful sunset on the water.

Sandy Point in the C & D Canal.

Food options aboard the Bay Breeze range from local favorites like hard shell blue crabs or shrimp to more casual options like cheese trays and veggie trays. It’s hard to beat wine with snacks and a sunset.

One of the popular special cruises offered by M/V Bay Breeze is the Wednesday Wine Down.

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Individual & Family Ou ngs • Wine tas ngs • Booze Cruise • Re rement/Birthday Par es • Wedding Rehearsals • Tours & Sightseeing Corporate/Small Business Events • Networking events • Team building • Holiday par es • Company picnics • Charity & Non profit events • New product launches

2 Hour boat tours of the C&D Canal and Elk River Happy Hour Specials from 4pm-6pm Tuesday - Friday $1 OFF Beers • $1.50 OFF Wines & IPAs $5 Breeze Drinks • $3 Shots

y! a d o T Book 410-885-5500 mvbaybreeze@gmail.com www.mvbaybreeze.com Independently Owned and Operated

Blue Crabs and Shrimp available in season! Beer, Wine, & Signature drinks served on board to get the boat cruisin’ and boozin’ Call or email us to reserve your spot TODAY! The cruise is on… Boat Located at Schaefer’s Marina in Chesapeake City

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Getting to Backfin Blues these days can be a breeze!

Take the Shuttle Service offered by Lee's Landing...

Simply park in any one of the parking lots above, and wait for Lee's Landings bus to pick you up! Lee's Landing will be supplying the shuttle, so hop on the bus and let them know you'd like to stop at Backfin! They are very accommodating!

It's nice to have nice neighbors! www.backfinblues.com Tomes Landing has the largest parking lot. This is where you will find the most parking available in the town and it is also where you will see Lee's Bus most often!

Call Rob @ 410-378-2722 for more details!

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Maryland’s favorite family-friendly hangout on the water Located in downtown Port Deposit, Lee’s Landing Dock Bar is Maryland’s favorite family-friendly hangout on the water. Join us for fresh seafood, delicious drinks, live music and a waterfront view that can’t be beat!

We’re open for the season! We have free wifi, a family-friendly menu and pirate ship playground for the kids, a casual atmosphere (well-behaved pets are also welcome on the deck), and plenty of parking space whether you come by land or by water.

Only an hour and 20 minute boat ride from Baltimore, Lee’s Landing has over 1100 feet of (free!) docking space. Tune into channel 71 for docking information and then just pull into the pier and look for the Lee’s Landing pontoon boat that will shuttle you right to the restaurant!

We offer large group and event space. Feel free to give us a call about hosting your next event at Lee’s Landing!

Due to demand, Lee’s Landing does not accept reservations on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Open during warm weather months, and available for private events, founders Dave Carey and Bud Craven invite you to come and enjoy our riverside and outdoor seating, weekend brunch, raw bar, craft beers and boozy beverages, Ocean City favorites and regular music events. See you on the decks!

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Raw Bar, Crabcakes, Homemade Seafood Soups, Burgers and more Casual Dining on the water!

SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

Monday-Sunday 11am to 2am

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Visit our Boardwalk featuring Fisher’s Popcorn, Dolly’s Saltwater Taffy & much more!

www.leeslandingdockbar.com

443-747-4006 • 600 Rowland Dr., Port Deposit, MD 21904

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The quest for excellence Galahad Marine’s mission statement, “quest for excellence,” encapsulates the investment group’s operational goals.

Galahad Marine is focused on marine-related businesses, and seeks to improve the customer experience by focusing on people, process, and product to consistently deliver an industry-leading experience.

With more than 20 years of business experience, Galahad’s objective is to deliver concierge-level services and amenities across all aspects of recreational boating. The company’s appeal is to boaters who seek a superior experience. Galahad Marine Guests will enjoy the same level of experience at all properties, including full access to services and amenities when traveling away from their home port.

Galahad has two locations in North East, Md. and one location in Deltaville, Va. Find out more at galahadmarine.com.

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Steak & Main— a star in the culinary world

Steak & Main, located in North East, was purchased and remodeled by Tony Covatta in September of 2003. Steak & Main became the crowning star in the culinary world for restaurants between Philadelphia and Baltimore, and a favorite for professional food critics and your everyday gastro-skeptics.

The Covatta family has plenty of history in the culinary world, having owned 22 restaurants from Philadelphia to the Main Line and now to North East, Maryland. The restaurants have been featured on six different Travel Channel shows.

“My grandfather told me no matter what you name your restaurant, make sure your customers call it ‘Tony’s,’” explained Tony Covatta. “That’s how you tell the customer has become your friend.”

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Spend a Day in Cecil County on Saturday, August 5th Curious about the boating lifestyle? Plan to spend a summer afternoon in North East. Enjoy an Art Festival filled with Chesapeake Bay and Boating inspired arts and crafts while enjoying food and beverages from local vendors. There will be fun and entertainment for the whole family.

McDaniel Yacht Basin is the first marina purchased by Galahad Marine in Maryland. Take a tour of the marina property and see the amenities that we offer. Take a look at our new line of Sailfish and SouthWind boats as well as our large pre-owned inventory and see if a new boat is in your future. Located just 30 miles from Kennett Square with easy access from Route 1 and Route 272, you can be on the water faster with Galahad Marine.

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Milburn Orchards: Your Destination for Family Fun! With seasonal events from Easter Egg Hunts to pictures with Santa, the Milburn family has been making memories since 1902!

Currently run by the fourth generation, with the fifth learning the ropes, there’s always something new and exciting to discover!

Milburn Orchards celebrates each harvest of the year, beginning with cherries in June, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, raspberries and grapes as the summer progresses, and apples Labor Day Weekend-October. They offer U-Pick Adventures, allowing families to “harvest” their own fruits. But more importantly, it’s an opportunity for kids to put down the devices and enjoy the great outdoors! The educational group tours are a fun way to gain in-depth knowledge about food origins and how the farm works.

The Milburn motto “Your Farm for Family Fun” is so appropriate!

The Summer Harvest Parties, celebrating cherries, berries and peaches, offer old-fashioned fun for kids of all ages, including Hand-Cranked Ice Cream Demos, No-Hands- Allowed-Pie- Eating Contests and a Pedal Tractor Pull, all following a delicious farmer’s pancake breakfast with all the fixings.

The Fall Festival Weekends are a destination for families, with unique activities including the RC Derby, paintball shooting gallery, U-Make scarecrows, super sling, corn maze, and so much more, plus plenty of Pinterest-worthy fall decorations!

You may not know Milburn’s also boasts venues, including a beautiful pavilion, for fully customizable parties of all sizes. From birthdays to family reunions, corporate events, and even weddings, Milburn’s can make your event one to remember. For a unique gettogether, check out nighttime bonfires and hayrides.

Complete your day on the farm with lunch on the Orchard View Deck. With a variety of sandwiches and other meal options, there’s something for everyone. Got a sweet tooth? Milburn’s hand-dips ice cream from Hershey’s and Kilby Cream to create tons of treats!

Don’t forget to visit the Farm Market and Bake Shoppe for the famous apple cider donuts, Milburn pies, pastries, breads and more.

You’ll also find fresh produce, meats, jams, jellies, sauces and everything else you need to make a delicious dinner when you get home. With something for everyone, no one will leave Milburn’s hungry!

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LOTUS BLOSSOM ART & NATURE FESTIVAL Art & Nature Festival for all Ages SATURDAY, AUGUST 5, 10:00am – 4:00pm Please join us for our annual Lotus Blossom Art & Nature Festival, Saturday, August 1st from 10am – 4pm, an art and nature festival for families and people of all ages. This will be a great day to visit Mount Harmon ~ an historic Tidewater plantation and 200-acre nature preserve, and enjoy a wide variety of nature inspired artists, artisans, and activities!

Visitors will delight in seeing the rare American Lotus in full bloom, enjoy local Artists, Artisans, Fine Arts & Crafts Sale, Authors & Naturalists, Nature & Craft Activities for Kids, Plantation Wagon Rides, Colonial Re-enactors & Living History Demonstrations, Live Music, Local Food & Beverage vendors, Manor House Tours, and much more! Contact info@mountharmon. org for vendor information, and a full list of exhibitors and activities.

Advance tickets or purchase upon entry For information, call 410-275-8819 or e-mail info@mountharmon.org.

Admission $5 FOMH Members & Children under 12 Free Friends of Mount Harmon, P. O. Box 65, Earleville, MD 21919 410-275-8819 or www.mountharmon.org Mount Harmon Plantation, a scenic and historic treasure.

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Hollywood Casino, where the winning NEVER stops!

Hollywood Casino Perryville in Cecil County, only a short trip away from Harford, Cecil, and New Castle County, is conveniently located off I-95 at exit 93. The Las-Vegas inspired atmosphere offers guests the chance to experience a taste of Las Vegas in a fun and friendly neighborhood. With over 800 slot machines, numerous table games, a poker room and new for 2017 off- track betting, Hollywood is bigger and better than ever before.

Just this year Hollywood welcomed its new partner, The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille. The restaurant is a local favorite serving a Maryland inspired menu equipped with over 50 big screen TV’s playing the latest sports and live events. Hollywood is soon to welcome The Greene Turtle Express to the family coming later in 2017 offering a faster option to a great meal.

Rodeo Drive Gift Shop offers a unique shopping experience where you can find the latest fashion trends, home décor, Maryland favorites and to a place to purchase winning lottery tickets! Also accessible from the casino floor is the Encore Room, a private space for parties, meetings, and special occasions.

Please call 410-378-1110 for more information or to book an event.

Live concerts and entertainment bring an energetic feel to Hollywood Casino Perryville. Fun promotions, contests, and tournaments keep the environment enjoyable and exciting. Dedicated team members are always searching for new and thrilling improvements to continue pleasing loyal customers as well as attracting new stars. Visit www.hollwoodcasinoperryville.com to find the promotions, dining, and entertainment calendars or stop by and see us in person at 1201 Chesapeake Overlook Pkwy, Perryville, MD 21903. We’ll treat you like a star. See you in Hollywood!

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Many wonderful reasons to visit Cecil County There are many wonderful reasons why hundreds of thousands of visitors travel to Cecil County each year. Locals can enjoy the same attractions, recreation, specialty shops, and food right in their own back yard.

Take a drive along scenic roads to visit fascinating small museums such as Upper Bay Museum in North East, C&D Canal Museum in Chesapeake City, Paw Paw Museum in Port Deposit, and more. Go back in time at Mount Harmon Plantation, or make furry friends at Plumpton Park Zoo. Enjoy Cecil County’s five shimmering rivers, the C&D Canal, and Chesapeake Bay. Take a boat ride aboard MV Bay Breeze or the Wellwood Water Taxi. Discover farm destinations such as Milburn Orchards, Kilby Cream, Sinking Spring Herb Farm, Rolling Hills Ranch, Fairwinds Farm, Painted Sky Alpaca Farm, and more, and stop at a farmer’s market or roadside stand for fresh fruits and vegetables.

Check out the action at Hollywood Casino or Cecil County Dragway. If you love the great outdoors, visit Elk Neck State Park, Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area or a beautiful town park. At Fair Hill take a trail ride on horseback, hike or bike on 80 miles of trails, and fish the stream. At Elk Neck you can camp under the stars, launch your boat, enjoy the beach, drop a fishing line, or hike out to Turkey Point Lighthouse. Paddle the county’s shorelines, do some serious bird watching, and capture the breathtaking view from the cliff at Turkey Point Lighthouse. North East Community Park, Perryville Community Park, Port Deposit’s Marina Park, and Chesapeake City’s Pell Gardens offer nature photography and waterfront views.

Cecil County has amazing eateries. Whether you’re craving succulent steamed crabs, sizzling steaks, seafood specialties, upscale menu items, family fare, or a multi course gourmet experience, Cecil County has locally owned, award winning dining options. You’ll find restaurants in historic towns, on the waterfront, overlooking a scenic golf course, and in the lovely countryside.

In addition to winning entrees, Cecil County’s food experience includes mouthwatering treats such as local wines, confections from the chocolate shop, gourmet coffee blends, bakeries, farm fresh produce, honey, and homemade ice cream.

Historic S. Chesapeake City, is a picturesque 1800s canal side village. Today, ships and pleasure vessels from around the globe slip through the canal and beneath the town’s majestic bridge. Enjoy quaint shops, waterfront restaurants, and charming inns.

The Town of North East offers neighborly charm, shopping and dining. Specialty shops line Main Street and hungry visitors can choose from an array of taste-tempting eateries. Families can also enjoy the license-free fishing and picnic options at the community park.

For more information on family fun in Cecil County visit www.

SeeCecil.org

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State Line Liquors Four Generations Family Owned & Operated. Since 1937.

Ranked #2 Best Beer Retailer in the USA by

See the Events page for Wine Tastings, Beer Tastings, Tap Socials & Special Events statelineliquors.com/events-tastings

Fine Wines • Liquors • Specialty Beers Gourmet Foods • Cheeses • Growler Bar with 25 Taps Photo by Alan Turns

Mountain Bike Ride at Fair Hill Park, Elkton, MD

1610 Elkton Rd., Elkton, MD 1 (800) 446-WINE • 1 (410) 398-3838 statelineliquors.com

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Lighthouse Gifts is a unique family owned and operated gift shop and gallery packed with a variety of Nautical decor and gifts , flags ,pottery ,souvenirs decoys , Iron art, jewelry and more. We offer personalized service, including free gift wrapping and Custom Gift Baskets.

We also have a custom frame shop to framing art prints documents photographs and more.

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Annual Fundraiser Tickets can be redeemed in any order and "Crawlers" are welcome to walk the town and roam the shops in between restaurant visits.

Many shops offer discounts to Crawlers - it's a great way to enjoy a fall day in Cecil County.

www.cecil.ebranch.info/about-us/support-us/friends-of-the-library

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NORTH EAST RIVER MARINA The fun, affordable marina

The North East River Marina has been one of Cecil County’s favorite land-and-water destinations for the past several years. Located where Caroline Street meets Water Street in historic Charlestown, the Marina features some of the newest upgrades on the Upper Chesapeake Bay. The Marina’s new, gorgeous, floating, composite docks, completely new electric and WiFi networks compliments the Marina’s reputation for security and cleanliness.

With beautiful views of the North East River, the Marina offers visitors 103 slips capable of holding boats between 17- and 40-feet, as well as jet-ski slips, land storage and ramp memberships.

As the only marina to provide rental motor boats on the Upper Chesapeake Bay, the North East River Marina also has a wide variety of affordable Pontoon boats, Kayaks and S.U.P’s, available to rent by the hour, day or week. We have full maintenance services year-round that provides OMC, Mercury and Volvo parts, restoration and repairs.

Summer and winter storage, full winterization, shrink wrap service, spring detailing and canvass repairs can also be found on site. In the ship’s store, you may find all of your nautical needs and supplies.

The next time you visit the North East River Marina, come hungry. Throughout the summer season, the Marina throws monthly themed parties for its members -- such as the Pasta Beach Party, the Lobster Party and the Chili Cook-Off. So step back in time to the less-hurried environment of the North East River Marina in the quaint town of Historic Charlestown, Md., located just minutes from four sandy beaches and nearby Delaware.

32 - DESTINATION CECIL COUNTY • CCP • July 12, 2017