delaware I michelle and karl teel
Get outdoors this fall and enjoy Southern Delaware’s charms September is one of the best times of year to enjoy Southern Delaware. The beaches are uncrowded, hotel and rental rates are lower, and the weather and water are sublime. Plus, there are many festivals and outdoor activities to enjoy beyond the beaches.
Fall festivals aplenty ◆ Riverwalk Freedom Festival, Sept. 5–6, Milford The 14th Annual Riverwalk Freedom Festival features the Smile for Freedom 5K, then Operation Giveback (to support active duty military and veterans) with fireworks, live entertainment, and food vendors. There will also be craft vendors, bike and car shows, and a kids’ corner. (milfordchamber.com)
◆ Freeman Stage Arts and Jazz Festival, Sept. 13, Selbyville A day not to be missed at The Freeman Stage at Bayside. Stroll the green and enjoy previewing the artwork of Delmarva’s finest artists. Pull up a chair and groove to some of the most talented jazz artists to ever play at the shore. The Arts and Jazz Festival will make the last weekend of the summer one of the most memorable. Free for all. (freemanstage. org/event/arts-jazz-festival) ◆ The Farmer and Foodie Festival and Art Crawl, Sept. 13, Georgetown Stop by the Georgetown Circle for the Farmer and Foodie Festival celebrating the local farming community. Enjoy cooking demonstrations, beer and wine tastings from local breweries and vineyards, carriage rides, live entertainment, pumpkin decorating for the kids, and a backyard barbecue competition. (georgetowncoc.com/historicgeorgetown-art-crawl)
◆ Nanticoke Indian Powwow, Sept. 6–7, Millsboro The noun “powwow,” from the Narragansett Eastern Algonquian language, is defined as any gathering of Native American people. Skilled Native American artisans travel across the country to ◆ Millsboro Country Festival, Sept. 20, attend various powwows to display and sell their Millsboro handmade goods. It is a welcome opportunity to The Millsboro Country Festival stars The Tenvisit with friends and relatives, renew acquainnessee Mafia Jug Band. The fun starts at 11:00am tances, and trade or sell Native American arts at Millsboro Little League Field. There will be red18756_Fall Rec News_5x7.qxp_Layout 1 6/26/15 3:30 PM Page 1 and crafts, including jewelry,SODETOUR pottery, moccasins, neck games and kids’ games, Fast Action Motor ribbon shirts, shawls, dream catchers, and paintings. (nanticokeindians.org) ◆ Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival, Sept. 6, Bethany Beach Join more than 100 skilled artisans at a premier fine arts festival set against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean on the beautiful Bethany Beach boardwalk and surrounding streets. (bethanybeacharts festival.com) ◆ Woodland Ferry Festival, Sept. 13, Woodland The festival takes place along the Woodland Church Road in the small community of Woodland, home of the historic Woodland Ferry. Local nonprofit organizations present information on the Nanticoke River, its watershed, and area history. There will be fun activities for kids and entertainment. (visit southerndelaware.com/ events/woodland-ferryfestival)
Sports, craft vendors, live entertainment, and food vendors with good country cooking you don’t want to miss. (millsborochamber.com/event/localentertainment-events/boro-bash) continued on page 19
Beaches are just the beginning. We invite you to explore a place we call home. Experience the warmth of our friends and neighbors. Taste our multitudes of flavors. Get lost around the heart of our community, The Circle. You’ll see what we mean when we say: Georgetown, Delaware. Well Rounded.
Join us for these upcoming events. Georgetown Farmers’ Market/Concerts in The Park May–September 2015 Historic Georgetown Art Crawl/Farmer & Foodie Festival September 13, 2015 Wings & Wheels—A Fall Festival October 2–3, 2015 Georgetown Christmas Parade December 3, 2015
Visit us at www.georgetowncoc.com or call 302-856-1544.
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More reasons to flock here! Fall means fun in Southern Delaware. Come ride the Breakwater Junction trail and connect two great beach towns on two wheels. See wildlife while paddling along the Broad Creek and Nanticoke River. Enjoy our many festivals, taste scrumptious fare at award-winning restaurants along our Culinary Coast and shop tax-free. Rates cool off in the fall, so you can stay longer for a lot less. Plan your fall getaway right away! For a full calendar of events and getaway deals go to www.VisitSouthernDelaware.com/fall
What’s your favorite fall thing to do in Southern Delaware? Tell us at www.twitter.com/VisitSouthDel. You could win a weekend for two!
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