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Community Events | August 2023

Sharptown Legion Post 218 Dinners
204 State Street, Sharptown, MD 21861
Wednesday, August 2nd from 6pm - 8pm: Brooke’s Burgers & Boardwalk Fries
Thursday, August 3rd from 6pm - 8pm: Ham, Turkey or Tomato Sandwich with Chips & Pickle
Friday, August 4th from 6pm - 8pm: Honey Glazed Ham with Corn on the Cob
Saturday, August 5th from 4:30pm - 6:30pm: Hawaiian Sliders
Call 410-883-3780 for more information.
 
Fort Miles Lantern Tour
Wednesday, August 2nd at 8pm
Fort Miles Museum, 15099 Cape Henlopen Park, Lewes, DE
Meet at Orientation building. $6 per person. Ages 10 & up. Click here to reserve your spot.
 
96th Annual Sharptown Firemen’s Carnival
Thursday, August 3rd - Saturday August 26th at 7pm; Closed Sundays
726 Main Street, Sharptown, MD 21861
Great food and games! Ride all night for $12 on Mondays and $14 Tuesday - Saturday.

Public Bingo
Thursday, August 3rd & 17th; Doors open at 6pm; Game starts at 7pm
Indian River Senior Center, 214 Irons Avenue, Millsboro, DE 19966

Admission: $20. Basic package of 20 games, our Famous Cookie Jar, and Jackpot! Call 302-934-8839 x 1 for more information.
 
Annual Wheat Threshing Steam & Gas Engine Show
Friday, August 4th - Sunday, August 5th
Eastern Shore Threshermen & Collectors Association, Inc., 5806 Federalsburg Highway, Federalsburg, MD 21623
Steam traction engines, miniature steam train, sawing demonstrations, rock crushing, wheat threshing, antique tractors, antique gasoline engines, flea market, and plenty of good food. Family friendly event. Free admission. Call 410-673-2414 or 443-786-8032 for more information.
 
Sudlersville Peach Festival
Friday, August 4th from 6pm - Fireworks and Saturday, August 5th from 10am - 4pm
302 Leager Road, Sudlersville, MD 21668
Free admission! Best local bands, homemade food, vendors, great family activities, and more.
 
Breakfast & Lunch - Gumboro Church
Saturday, August 5th at 7am
Old Gumboro School, 6849 Millsboro Highway, Millsboro, DE 19966
Oyster sandwiches.

Cheer’s 13th Annual Fundraising Class Car/Truck/Bike Show
Saturday, August 5th from 10am - 2pm
20520 Sand Hill Road, Georgetown, DE 19947

Free public admission. Lunch is open to the public from 11:30-1pm.

 
Primitive Skills: Shelter Building
Saturday, August 5th & Sunday, August 6th at 11am
Killens Pond Nature Center, Felton, DE 19943

We will practice putting together a modern tent and then build a shelter out of natural materials. Pre-registration required. Click here to register. Online registration ends 22 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-284-4299.
 
Oyster & Pork Sandwich Sale
Saturday, August 5th from 11am - 1pm or until Sold Out
Odd Fellows of Laurel Charity Lodge, 319 Poplar Street, Laurel, DE 19956
Oyster & pulled pork sandwiches, hamburgers, and hot dogs. The Martha Rebekah Lodge 21 will sell their homemade ice cream & baked goods and refreshments. Carry-out. Delivery is also available to businesses. Call 302-875-1154 for more information.
 
Back To School Celebration
Saturday, August 5th from 2pm - 4pm
Selbyville Elks Lodge, 13324 Worcester Highway, Bishopville, MD 21813

FREE bookbags, supplies, food, and entertainment. 
 
Big Bucks Bingo
Saturday, August 5th; Doors open at 5pm; Bingo starts at 7pm
Old $99 Car Lot, 3132 Aireys Spur Road, Cambridge, MD 21613
Bingo pack: $99, all inclusive. Sponsored by Crescent Cities Charities.
Call 443-477-6412 for more information.
 
Furnace Town Hoedown with DJ Kay
Saturday, August 5th from 5pm - 8pm
Heritage Village, 3816 Old Furnace Road, Snow Hill, MD 21863

Adults: $10; Ages 5-15: $5. Visit FurnaceTown.org for more information.
 
Revival at Cherry Beach
Saturday, August 5th starting at 6pm
Cherry Beach, Sharptown, MD 21861

Guest Speaker Evangelist Frank Shelton. Please bring your lawn chair.
 
Salvation Army Seaford Sussex Chapel’s Back To School Even
Saturday, August 5th
Email Major Adela Davis at adela.davis@use.salvationarmy.org with your child’s name, grade and school to register.

FREE TRAINING for English Language Learners
Attend Orientation Wednesday, August 9th or Thursday, September 7th at 6pm
Polytech Adult Education, 823 Walnut Shade Road, Dover, DE 19901

Improve your English and learn a new skill by training in Forklift & Warehousing, Maintenance, Construction, Home Health, and Supervision.
Call 302-697-4545 or visit Polytechworks.com for more information.
 
Pete Richardson Auction Sales - Trustees’ Unreserved Real Estate Auction
Thursday, August 10th at 4pm
33295 Melson Road, Pittsville, MD 21850
1970 manufactured home on 1.13 acres. Open for preview Tuesday, August 8th from 2pm - 3pm.
Visit www.prauctions.com for more information.
 
Little BIG TownFest - Visit The World’s Largest Rubber Duck
Friday, August 11th - Sunday, August 13th
Somers Cover, Crisfield, MD
Music, art, fun! Big food and drinks. Come see the World's Largest Rubber Duck. Six stories high and weighs in at a whopping 15 tons! Visit thebigduck.us for more information.
 
August Weekend Barn Sale
Friday, August 11th & Saturday, August 12th from 9am - 2pm; Sunday, August 13th from 10am - 2pm
20759 Bucks Branch Road, Seaford, DE 19973
New, vintage, gifts, and more! Something for everyone! Bring a friend!
 
Auction and Vendors
Saturday, August 12th from 9am - 3pm
Lone Cedar Acres, 33925 Rounds Road, Pittsville, MD 21850
Want to sell your items? Contact Tom at 410-726-2887 for Auction Contract. Or become a vendor - spots are $30. Auction Sellers bring tools, farm equipment, vehicles, glassware, furniture, china, lawn equipment, and more to sell.
 
Elborn Auctioneers Public Auction
Saturday, August 12th at 9am
4805 Kenton Road, Dover, DE 19907
Vehicle, tools, furniture & household items, medical items, and miscellaneous items.
Follow Elborn Auctioneers on Facebook for pictures and upcoming sales.
 
Handsell
Saturday, August 12th from 11am - 1pm
4837 Indiantown Road, Vienna, MD 21869
Demonstrations by For Woodness Sake Colonial Woodworking + Hobo Flower Workshops. Handsell tours. Participation in workshops is by advance reservations only and require a fee for materials. Click here to register for workshops. Visit www.restorehandsell.org for more information.
 
Designer Bag Bingo
Saturday, August 12th; Doors open at 12:30pm; Play starts at 2pm
Seaford Elks Lodge #2458, 8846 Elks Road, Seaford, DE 19973
Tickets: $40, meal included. For information, call Dawn at 302-542-6579 or Christine at 302-745-8500.
 
Keepers of the Kingdom
Monday, August 14th - Friday, August 18 from 6:15pm - 8:30pm
Finale with Real Knights on Sunday, August 20th at 6pm
10016 Concord Road, Seaford, DE 19973
Free VBS for all ages. Real Knights, prizes, snacks, experiments, music, and more. Free of charge for the whole family! Visit fbcseaford.org/vbs for more information.
 
Online Auction!
Wednesday, August 16th - Monday, August 21st
Backyard Auctions, Lewes, DE 19958

Visit DelawareHibid.com for information and to bid. First lot ends at 6pm.
We can sell your items for you! Call 302-858-6131 for more information.
 
Sharptown Legion Post 218 Dinners
204 State Street, Sharptown, MD 21861
Wednesday, August 16th:
Bar Pizzas - Bar Opens at 6pm
Thursday, August 17th: Bar Pizzas - Bar Opens at 6pm
Friday, August 18th from 6pm - 8pm: BLTs or Chicken BLTs with Chips
Saturday, August 19th from 4:30pm - 7:30pm: S.A.L Steak Night (includes baked potato, salad, & roll; fried onions & mushrooms $1.00 extra for each)
Monday, August 21st from 6pm - 8pm: Turkey & Cheese Sandwich, Garden Salad, Scrapple Egg & Cheese, Mozzarella Sticks, Boardwalk Fries
Call 410-883-3780 for more information.
 
Revive & Renew Bethel Family Camp Meeting
Thursday, August 17th - Sunday, August 20th at 7:30pm
Bethel Community Church, 22365 Bethel Road, Millsboro, DE 19966
Speaker/Music by:
Thursday: Pastor Steve Willing / Christ Fellowship Church Worship Team
Friday: Pastor Mack Palmer / John Moore
Saturday: Rev. Dr. Thom Slaughter / Sons of Thunder
Sunday: Pastor Amy Willey / Second Wind Ministry
Dinner served 5pm - 7pm: Oyster fritters, hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken salad, chips, drinks, and more! For more information, contact Pastor Amy Willey at 302-632-0832.
 
Summerfest 2023 - Back to Bedrock
Friday, August 18th & Saturday, August 19th from 5pm - 9pm
Downtown Denton, MD 21629
Prehistoric themed extravaganza filled with live music, food, and vendors. Car show on Friday night and fireworks on Saturday night. Free admission.
 
Family Fun Day
Saturday, August 19th from 9am - 1pm
8848 September Way, Lincoln, DE 19960
Free event for families & children of all ages! Join us for a fun day at the farm! Meet the animals, bounce house, free food, lots of giveaways including back to school supplies, raffles, and much more! Registration is required for all members of your party. Visit https://bit.ly/3CFrS5i to register.
 
3rd Annual Laura Madara Back to School Health Fair
Saturday, August 19th from 10am - 1pm
Selbyville Fire Company, 30 N Main Street, Selbyville, DE 19975
Free school supplies, games, and food. Presented by Sussex Safe Kids Coalition, Selbyville Volunteer Fire Company, Selbyville Police & Indian River Schools.
 
13th Annual Community Anti-Drug Rally & March
Saturday, August 19th at 11am
Richard Allen School, 316 S. Railroad Avenue, Georgetown, DE 19947
Send a positive message to the entire community that says yes to life & no to drugs. Fun day activities from 12 noon - 4pm. Contact Tony Neal for a vendor table. For more information, call Vanessa Neal (302-854-6692), Denise Peacock (302-259-5959), or Tony Neal (302-381-3711). Sponsored by Everlasting Hope Ministries.
 
Quarter Auction
Saturday, August 19th; Doors open at 1pm
Seaford Moose Lodge, 22759 Bridgeville Highway, Seaford, DE 19973
All in paddles: $40; Extras: $35; Regular paddles: $10; Extras: $5.
The Moose Lodge will have refreshments available. Vendors will be present. Please come out for a fun event. All proceeds will go to a family that is battling cancer. For more information, call Brenda Kemp at 410-253-0904.
 
Ampersand (Traditional American Music)
Saturday, August 19th from 5pm-8pm
Furnace Town, 3816 Old Furnace Road, Snow Hill, MD 21863
Adults: $10; Kids 5-15: $5. Visit FurnaceTown.org for more information.
 
Delmarva Gospel Association - The Kramers and Port City Quartet
Saturday, August 19th at 6pm; Doors open at 5pm
12802 Mennonite Road, Greenwood, DE 19950
Tickets: Adults: $30; Youth (13-18): $10; Members: $25. Food concessions available. Visit delmarvagospel.com for more information.
 
Community Fun Day
Sunday, August 20th from 4pm - 7pm
Millsboro Seventh Day Adventist Church, 30007 Cordrey Road, Millsboro, DE 19966
Book bags given away until gone, games, bouncy house, food & refreshments until gone.
 
Praise in Music Night
Sunday, August 20th at 6:30pm
Lincoln Cornerstone Church, 10622 N. Union Church Road, Lincoln, DE 19960
Mark your calendars and join us as we welcome One Day Closer for our Praise in Music night. This is a free event. Everyone is invited and welcomed.
 
Vacation Bible School - Pre-K to 6th Grade
Monday, August 21st - Thursday, August 24th from 5:30 - 8pm
St. Stephens UMC, 101 E. State Street, Delmar, DE 19940

Meals and snacks provided. Everyone is welcome. Call 302-846-9501 or visit Facebook for information.
 
13th Annual Iron Furnace Fifty Bike Ride
Saturday, August 26th from 7am - 2pm
3816 Old Furnace Road, Snow HIll, MD 21863

$70-$90. Visit www.ironfurnacefifty.org to register.
 
Hobby Fair
Saturday, August 26th from 10am - 2pm
Federalsburg Historical Society & Heritage Museum, 100 Covey Williams Alley, Federalsburg, MD 21632

Do you have a hobby or collection you would like to share? Call Bart Johnson for details at 443-786-4086.
 
Delmarva Baseball - Tunnel to Towers Foundation Fundraiser
Saturday, August 26th from 10am - 3pm
Arthur W. Perdue Stadium, 6400 Hobbs Road, Salisbury, MD 21804
Free admission! 50/50 raffle, silent auction,emergency equipment on display, Wheels that Heal Car Club. Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the ‘83 World Series. There will be former Orioles players signing autographs from 12-2pm. Tippy Martinez, Al Bumbry, Scott McGregor, Bill Swaggerty, Glenn Gulliver, and Dave Ford.
 
Grief Share
St. John’s United Methodist Church, 300 N. Pine Street, Seaford, DE 19973
It begins with “Loss of Spouse” on August 27th from 3pm - 4:30pm in the Wesley Lounge. The 13-week support group, which includes video & workbook, will begin on September 10th from 3pm - 4:30pm. If you or someone you know is suffering from grief, we invite you to attend. For questions, call the church office at 302-629-9466.
 
Heacook Fest
Sunday, August 27th at 4pm
Kylan Barn Amphitheater, 30608 Dusty Lane, Delmar, MD 21875

Food, cash bar, and performances by Wyes Guys, 4pm; Jimmy Charles, 5pm; and
Locash, 7:30pm.
 
Seaford Elks Lodge Bingo
Every Wednesday night; Doors open at 5pm; Bingo starts at 7pm
8846 Elks Road, Seaford, DE 19973

Food is now being served.