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Community Events | July 2023

Easton 4th of July Celebration
Open Now - Monday, July 3rd from 6pm - 10pm & Tuesday, July 4th from 6pm - 11pm
Corner of Marlboro Avenue & St. Michaels Road, Easton, MD 21601
Live music on July 4th at 7pm and fireworks at dusk. $5 off wristband coupons available at Avalon Theatre lobby. Wristbands available every night with the exception of July 4th. Email Carnival@avalonfoundation.org for more information.
 
Online Estate Auction
Bidding is open now and ends Thursday, July 6th starting at 6pm
24 N. Main Street, Smyrna, DE 19977
The Estate of Albert Pickett, Jr. & Barbara (Leticia) Gravenhorst From The Historic Grey Box Chateau, circa 1764 (the 1st of 3 auctions).
Visit www.DelawareAuctionCenter.com for more information and to bid.
 
Online Auction Going on Now!
Starts closing Friday, July 7th at 3pm; Pickup items Saturday, July 8th by appointment
35640 Woodyard Road, Willards, MD 21874
Visit www.prauctions.com for auction information and to bid.
Pete Richardson Auction Sales
 
Brimming Horn’s 6 Year Anniversary Party
Saturday, July 1st from 12 noon - 9pm
28615 Lewes-Georgetown Highway, Milton, DE 19968
Great mead, live Celtic music, and food & craft vendors.
 
Charlie & The Cooltones
Saturday, July 1st from 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Trap Pond State Park, 33587 Old Cypress Drive, Laurel, DE 19956
Join us at Trap Pond State Park for an evening of music and fun.
 
St. Michaels Big Band Night & Fireworks
Saturday, July 1st from 7pm - 10pm (Rain Date: Sunday, July 2nd)
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, 213 N. Talbot Street, St. Michaels, MD 21663
The public is invited to bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets for an evening of music, dancing, and fireworks along the Miles River.
 
Hebron Fireman’s Carnival Fireworks
Saturday, July 1st at 9pm
200 S. Main Street, Hebron, MD 21830
 
Annual Waterman’s Day Celebration
Sunday, July 2nd from 12 noon - 2pm
Rock Hall Bulkhead, 5707 Caroline Avenue, Rock Hall, MD 21661
Family-friendly fun, food, vendors, and the “beloved” boat docking contest. 
 
Chesapeake City Fireworks
Sunday, July 2nd from 5pm - 10pm
Pell Gardens, 98 Bohemia Avenue, Chesapeake City, MD 21915
Free, family friendly. Food, vendors, live music, and kids activities. 
 
Crisfield 4th of July Celebration
Sunday, July 2nd from 6pm - 9:30pm
1200-1300, W. Main Street, Crisfield, MD 21817
Freedom is not FREE, but our celebration is! There will be a concert and the best fireworks on the water you can imagine!
 
FireKite at The Landing at Great Oak
Sunday, July 2nd from 7pm - 11pm
22170 Great Oak Landing Road, Chestertown, MD 21620
 
Fireworks at Great Oak
Sunday, July 2nd at dusk
Outside Chestertown, MD
 
Rehoboth Beach West Side Creative Market
Monday, July 3rd and Monday, July 10th from 5pm - 9pm
19826 Central Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
Free, open-air arts experience featuring a rotating lineup of amazing artist vendors, live music, food trucks, The Creative Market Bar, and more.
 
Willards Independence Day Celebration Fireworks Show
Monday, July 3rd at 5pm (Rain Date: Friday, July 9th)
Willards Elementary, 36161 Richland Road, Willards, MD 21874
Food, arts & craft vendors, and live music. Fireworks at dusk. 
 
Rock Hall Harbor Fireworks
Monday, July 3rd at 9:15pm (Rain Date: Wednesday, July 5th)
Over Rock Hall Harbor, MD
 
Berlin, MD Fireworks
Monday, July 3rd at 9:15pm
Heron Park, 10009 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, MD 21811
 
Oxford Fireworks
Monday, July 3rd at dusk
306 Strand, Oxford, MD 21654
Enjoy fireworks on the “Strand” – the beautiful riverside street along the Tred Avon River. Bring your lawn chair and get a spot early!
 
Smyrna-Clayton Annual 4th of July Celebration
Tuesday, July 4th
Municipal Park, North Main Street just north of Glenwood Avenue
A parade that alternates its route between Smyrna & Clayton in the morning, followed by many activities and exhibits in Municipal Park. Fireworks show in the evening.
 
Gerry Boyle Firecracker Kids Triathlon
Tuesday, July 4th at 8am
Robbins Family YMCA, 201 Talbot Avenue, Cambridge, MD 21613
This triathlon is a USA Triathlon sanctioned event. For more information or to sign up, click here.
 
Parade in Rock Hall, MD
Tuesday, July 4th at 10am
Local bands, games, talent show, and other family-friendly activities.
 
Dover 4th of July Celebration
Tuesday, July 4th from 10am - 9:45pm
Legislative Mall, 411 Legislative Avenue, Dover, DE 19901
Visit www.dover4ofjuly.com for more information.
 
Laurel’s 29th Annual 4th of July Celebration
Tuesday, July 4th at 3pm
Janosik Park, Front Street, Laurel, DE 19956
Live bands, food, vendors, car show, face painting, and parade. Fireworks at dusk. 
 
Kent Narrows Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4th at 5:30pm; Fireworks at dusk
Kent Island, MD
Free parking at the “old outlets”, 59 Piney Narrows Road, Chester, MD 21619
Food truck and drinks available.
 
Cornhole Tournament
Tuesday, July 4th at 5:30pm
Janosik Park, Front Street, Laurel, DE 19956
Town of Laurel 4th of July Celebration. Registration fee: $25. Cash only. Minimum of 4 teams.
 
Middletown 4th of July Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4th at 6pm
Silver Lake Park, 200 E. Cochran Street, Middletown, DE 19709
Food items for sale by local non-profit groups. Parking is first-come, first-served.
 
Ocean City, MD Independence Day Celebration
Tuesday, July 4th
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy free music entertainment and fireworks in Downtown AND Uptown Ocean City!
Downtown, N. Division Street Beach:
6:30pm: Background Music & Kutt Productions Announcements
7pm: The U.S. Army Band Downrange performance at Caroline Street Stage and the beach
8:15pm: DJ Kutt Dance Music and Patriotic Music
9:30pm: Fireworks Display with Audioby Kutt Productions
Uptown: Northside Park, 125th Street:
8pm - 9:30pm: DJ Knappy and Gizmo 
 
Salisbury Red, White And Boom 4th of July Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4th; Gates open at 6:30pm; Fireworks at 9:15pm
James M. Bennett High School, 300 E. College Avenue, Salisbury, MD 21804
Free admission and plenty of free parking.
 
29th Annual 4th of July Celebration Parade
Tuesday, July 4th at 7pm
Laurel, DE 19956
Parade theme is “Party Like It’s 1776! Line up is at 6pm on Evergreen Drive. Parade applications are available at Town Hall, 201 Mechanic Street, Laurel, DE 19956.
 
4th of July Fireworks in Cambridge
Tuesday, July 4th at 9pm
Great Marsh, 1 Somerset Avenue, Cambridge, MD 21613
 
Go Fourth Lewes 2023 Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4th at 9pm
Lewes Beach, Delaware Bay
100% Donation funded. Visit www.Gofourthlewes.org for more information.
 
Fireworks in Chincoteague, VA
Tuesday, July 4th at 10pm
Main Street, Chincoteague, VA
 
Chestertown Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4th
Wilmer Park Waterfront, 413 S. Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620
 
Sharptown Legion Post 218 Dinners
204 State Street, Sharptown, MD 21861
Wednesday, July 5th from 6pm - 8pm: Cold Platter (Chicken, Tuna & Egg Salad) and Fruit
Thursday, July 6th from 6pm - 8pm: Turkey or Ham Wraps with Chips
Friday, July 7th from 6pm - 8pm: BLT or Chicken BLT with Boardwalk Fries
Saturday, July 8th from 5pm - 7pm: Baked Ham with Corn on the Cob & Coleslaw
Call 410-883-3780 for more information.
 
Tuckahoe Steam & Gas Association 50th Annual Show
Thursday, July 6th - Sunday, July 9th (Rain or Shine)
11472 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MD 21601
A fun-filled weekend for the family with steam engines, antique gas engines & tractors, live steam train models, antique cars & trucks, home arts demonstrations, horse pull, live music, and flea markets & crafts. Admission: $10 per person; Children under 12: Free. 
For more information, visit www.tucakhoesteam.org or call 410-822-9868.
 
Public Bingo
Thursdays July 6th & 20th; 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.
 
Snow Hill 4th of July Fireworks
Friday, July 7th from 5pm - 9pm
Sturgis Park, Snow Hill, MD 21863
A special pyrotechnic performance by Skyshooter Displays Inc.! Games, activities, food vendors, beer wagon, bounce house, and DJ. Bank Street to Downtown to the River.
 
Outdoor Movie Night
Friday, July 7th from 8pm - 10pm
Moton Park, 501 Park Street, Easton, MD 21601
Bring a chair & a blanket for cinema under the stars! Our movie nights will be a free event for all ages. There will also be a free, inclusive craft activity at 7pm for the early birds!
 
28th Annual Nanticoke Riverfest - Welcome to the 80s!
Saturday, July 8th from 9am - 6pm
Downtown Seaford, DE 19973
Entertainment, Float-In, Artist Alley, Bike Raffle, 24th Annual Car Show, Duck Dash, Fishing Tournament, Hidden Idol Challenge, VanSciver Children’s Area, Riverfest T-Shirts. Vendors, call 302-629-9173 or email jjohnson@seafordde.com or aheinicke@seafordde.com.
 
ABATE of Sussex County Lone Scouts 2nd Annual Joanne Mckeon Memorial Ride & BBQ
Saturday, July 8th; Meet at 11am; Kickstands up at 11:30am (Rain Date: Sunday, July 9th)
34291 West Line Road, Selbyville, DE 19975
BBQ following the ride at 1pm. Live music by Mercury Agenda from 1pm - 4pm. Vendors welcome and tent/camper areas available. $15 for adults; $10 for children 10 and under; $13 for ABATE members. Call 302-864-0475 with questions.
 
Live Music: Bryan & The Barn Owls
Saturday, July 8th from 5pm - 8pm
Furnace Town Historic Site, 3816 Old Furnace Road, Snow Hill, MD 21863
Adults: $10; Kids: $5.
 
Crab & Shrimp Feast
Saturday, July 8th from 6pm - 9pm
Milford Moose Lodge, 20142 Road 209, Milford, DE 19963
Live entertainment. Tickets sold in advance only. Call the Milford Moose Lodge for details: 302-424-2316.
 
Sharptown Legion Post 218 Dinners
204 State Street, Sharptown, MD 21861
Wednesday, July 12th from 6pm - 8pm: Hawaiian Sliders (Turkey or Ham)
Thursday, July 13th from 6pm - 8pm: Ranch Chicken Wrap
Friday, July 14th from 6pm - 8pm: Cold Cut Subs or Wraps & Boardwalk Fries
Saturday, July 15th from 4:30pm - 7:30pm: S.A.L Steak Night (includes baked potato, salad & roll) - $20 ($1 extra for fried onions or mushrooms)
Call 410-883-3780 for more information.
 
Barn Sale This Weekend!
Friday, July 14th - Saturday, July 16th from 9am - 2pm
20759 Bucks Branch Road, Seaford, DE 19973

Vintage, antiques, gifts, furniture, and more!
 
All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast
Saturday, July 15th from 7am - 10am
Bethel Church, 22365 Bethel Road, Millsboro, DE 19966 (1 mile East of Rt. 54/ Gumboro Road intersection)

$7 per person.
 
RESCHEDULED: Car, Truck & Tractor Show
Saturday, July 15th from 9am - 3pm
300 S. DuPont Highway, Georgetown, DE 19947

For information, call Ralph McCabe at 302-745-8748 or Ralph Blades at 302-381-6261.
 
Seaford Elks Crab Fest
Saturday, July 15th; Doors open at 1pm
8846 Elks Road, Seaford, DE 19973
All-you-can-eat! Adults: $50; Youth 10-16: $25; Ages 5-9: $10.
For information, call Dawn 302-542-6579 or Christine 302-745-8500.
 
Online Advertising Auction
Sunday, July 16th at 5pm
12100 Mears Station Road, Hallwood, VA 23359
Sportsman’s Auction the last Sunday of every month.
Contact Josh now to consign quality items to our Fall 3-Day Sportsman’s auction in October or our Fall Firearms auction event in November. Visit www.zebsauctions.com for more information.
443-783-9423 | 757-824-4698 | vabidcaller151@gmail.com
 
Praise in Music Night
Sunday, July 16th at 6:30pm
Lincoln Cornerstone Church, 10622 N. Union Church Road, Lincoln, DE 19960
Mark your calendars and join us as we welcome Heaven 4 Shore for our Praise in Music night. This is a free event. Everyone is invited and welcomed. If you haven’t heard them, you don’t know what you are missing. Hope to see you there.
 
East Coast Auctions
Monday, July 17th at 5:30pm
34917 Bi-State Blvd.. Delmar, DE 19940
Three 1900s trunks traveled from Italy, swivel back stools, jewelry, tools, furniture, antiques, glassware, new items, plus much more. Follow us on Facebook for an updated list and pictures. Auctioneer: Jack White. Consignments can be dropped off the Thursday before the sale from 10am - 4pm. For more information, contact Jason at 302-682-3874 or Melissa at 302-569-8744.
 
Quarter Auction
Wednesday, July 19th; Doors open at 5:30pm; Auction starts at 6:30pm
Delmar VFW, 200 W. State Street, Delmar, MD 21875
First paddle: $10. Additional paddles: $5. Over 75 items up for bid. For more information, call 410-430-0623. Benefits Delmar Historical & Arts Society
 
Sharptown Legion Post 218 Dinners
204 State Street, Sharptown, MD 21861
Wednesday, July 19th from 6pm - 8pm: Salads (Garden, Chef or Grilled Chicken)
Thursday, July 20th from 6pm - 8pm: Brooke’s Burgers & Boardwalk Fries
Friday, July 21st from 6pm - 8pm: Homemade Enchiladas
Saturday, July 22nd from 11am - til: Cornhole Tournament at 11am; 5pm - 7pm Pork Chops with 2 sides; 7pm Outdoor Entertainment Band “The Wilderness.”
Call 410-883-3780 for more information.
 
Online Auction
Going on now through Monday, July 24th
Backyard Auctions, 18408 Josephs Road, Lewes, DE 19958
To view auction information and to bid, visit www.backyard-auctions.com. For information, call 302-858-6131 or email BackyardAuctionsDE@gmail.com.
 
Chincoteague Island Blueberry Festival
Thursday, July 20th - Saturday, July 22nd from 9am - 4:30pm
6155 Community Drive, Chincoteague, VA 23336
Amazing food, music, unique artists, crafters, and blueberries.
 
Chicken Salad Lunch & Bake Sale
Friday, July 21st and Saturday, July 22nd from 11am - 5pm
Bernie’s Homemade Goodies, 810 Beaglin Park Drive, #7, Salisbury, MD 21801
Call 443-365-8495 for more information.
 
Fire Trucks & Emergency Vehicle Car Show & Open House
Saturday, July 22nd from 8am - 3pm
Georgetown Historical Society, 510 S. Bedford Street, Georgetown, DE 19947 
Yard sale & vendors. Hosted by County Seat Cruisers. For more information, call Mabel Kelly 302-398-8999 or Levin Clark 302-500-1128
 
Thunder on the Choptank Boat Races
Saturday, July 22nd and Sunday, July 23rd from 10:30am - 5pm
Gary Boyle Park at Great Marsh Park, Somerset Avenue, Cambridge, MD 21613
Food & drinks on-site.
 
Tastefully Simple Party
Saturday, July 22nd from 11am - 1pm
Roxana-Zion UMC, 35914 Zion Church Road, Frankford, DE 19975
We will have samples for tastings of a few products. Come & enjoy, or order online at TastefullySimple.com.
 
Real Estate Auction
Saturday, July 22nd at 11am (Rain or Shine)
111 N. Main Street, Greensboro, MD 21639
A. Curtis Andrew Auction, Inc. 410-754-8826. Click here to view auction information: www.acurtisandrewauction.com.
 
All White Party
Saturday, July 22nd from 5:30pm - 10pm
Nanticoke Yacht Club, 30 Market Street, Blades, DE 19973
Attire: Classy. Tickets: $50 Advanced tickets on sale Saturday, July 15th. Caribbean themed with Zion Reggae Band / DJ. Food & drinks, silent auction, and 50/50 raffle. Benefits the 26th Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival. Call 302-228-5636 for more information.
 
Calvary’s Hill Quartet
Saturday, July 22nd at 7pm
Calvary Baptist Tabernacle, 337 Tilghman Road, Salisbury, MD 21804
Call 410-749-1394 for more information.
 
East Coast Auctions
Monday, July 24th at 5:30pm
34917 Bi-State Blvd., Delmar, DE 19940
Furniture, antiques, collectibles, assortment of Willow Tree figurines, 2 small drones, 1 large drone, new items, plus much more. Follow us on Facebook for an updated list & pictures. Auctioneer: Jack White. Consignments can be dropped off the Thursday before the auction between 10am - 4pm. For more information, contact Jason at 302-682-3874 or Melissa at 302-569 8744.
 
Vacation Bible School
Monday, July 24th - Friday, July 28th from 6pm - 8pm
Laurel Church of Christ, 1010 South Central Avenue, Laurel, DE 19956
Ages Pre-K through 9th grade. Come have fun on the ranch as we learn to use the gifts God gave us. Please call 410-543-0000 with any questions.
 
Story Time at the Zoo - Otter Nonsense
Tuesday, July 25th at 10am
Salisbury Zoo, 755 South Park Drive, Salisbury, MD 21804
Kids age 2-5. Bring a blanket or folding chairs.
 
Sharptown Legion Post 218 Dinners
204 State Street, Sharptown, MD 21861
Wednesday, July 26th from 6pm - 8pm: Homemade Chicken Tenders & Fries
Thursday, July 27th from 6pm - 8pm: Hot Dog Bar with Chips & Pickle and Bar Pizzas
Friday, July 28th from 6pm - 8pm: Texas Toast Sandwiches & Wraps (Turkey, Ham, Tomato & BLT)
Saturday, July 29th: Cowboy Chicken Casserole (Cornbread)
Call 410-883-3780 for more information.
 
Back to School Supply Donations
Please drop off by Friday, July 28th
Selbyville Elks Lodge, 13324 Worcester Highway, Bishopville, MD 21813
Contact: Andrea 302-344-4789.
 
Family Fun Day
Saturday, July 29th from 10am - 2pm
Bartenfelder Farms, 4110 Payne Road, Preston, MD 21655
 
21st Annual Watermelon Festival
Saturday, July 29th from 10am - 3pm
Rt. 50 & Old Railroad Road, Mardela Springs, MD 21830
Food, games, music, car show, and more. Call 410-742-8845 for more information.
 
Dog Days of Summer 2023
Saturday, July 29th from 10am - 4pm
27 S. Railroad Avenue, Wyoming, DE 19934
Over 30 vendors, live music, pet rescues, a dog show, kids stuff, and more!
 
Summer & Sangria - Small Business Vendor Market
Sunday, July 30th from 11am - 3pm
The Stables, 20759 Bucks Branch Road, Seaford, DE 19973
Stop by for free samples of sangria & to support local small vendors! Food trucks, a bounce house, and a petting zoo for the kids!
 
Monthly Online Sportsman’s Auction
Starts to close Sunday, July 30th at 5pm 
Zeb B. Barfield, Inc., 12100 Mears Station Road, Hallwood, VA
Visit www.zebsauctions.com to view auction information and to bid.
 
East Coast Auctions
Monday, July 31st at 5:30pm
34917 Bi State Blvd., Delmar, DE 19940
Tools, new items, stoves, bikes, glassware, plus much more. Follow us on Facebook for updated list and pictures. Consignments accepted the Thursday before sale from 10am to 4pm. For more information, contact Jason at 302-682-3874 or Melissa at 302-569-8744.
 
Shoe Drive
Going on now through Monday, July 31st
Chesapeake Cats & Dogs, 326 Wye Mills Road, Queenstown, MD 21658
Donate tennis shoes & cleats over 4.5 inches. All are accepted including torn, ripped, outgrown, and perfect condition. Drop off in the alcove.
 
Christ Lutheran Vacation Bible School
Monday, July 31st - Friday, August 4th from 5pm - 8pm
315 N. Shipley Street, Seaford, DE 19973
Launch kids on a cosmic quest where they’ll have a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world. Stellar rockets kids on an out-of-this-world adventure that’s light years of faith-building fun. Click here to register: https://vbspro.events/p/events/57cbd4.
 
Furnace Town Historic Site
Now through October, Thursday - Sunday from 10am - 4pm
3816 Old Furnace Road, Snow Hill, MD 21863
Adult: $8. Child: $6. The Furnace Town Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation charged with the responsibility of preserving, restoring & interpreting the 25 acres of the site and the 19th-century village of the Nassawango Iron Furnace.
 
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.