1616 thth Lewes Tulip Celebration Lewes Tulip Celebration VOL. 30 NO. 3 - April 2025COMPLIMENTARY Use your phone photo app to read this issue 29 th Year Highlighting Southern Delaware’s Treasures Georgetown & Area Communities Georgetown & Area Communities Host Easter Egg HuntsHost Easter Egg Hunts 57th Great Delaware Kite Festival & 57th Great Delaware Kite Festival & Rehoboth Beach Easter Fun DayRehoboth Beach Easter Fun Day Stephanie Faust PHOTOGRAPHY Southern Delaware Golf Course GuideSouthern Delaware Golf Course Guide ExplorerExplorer Southern DelawareSouthern Delaware Attractions and Events MagazineAttractions and Events Magazine Shopping • Antiques • Area Map • Events • Real EstateShopping • Antiques • Area Map • Events • Real Estate Now Featuring Southern Delaware Real Estate SectionSouthern Delaware Calendar of Events Page 2SouthernDelawareExplorer.comApril 2025 www.antiquealleyde.com Saturday, April 26Saturday, April 26 thth 9 am - 6 pm9 am - 6 pm OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! 112 Market St. BRIDGEVILLE 302 956-6984 18208 Sussex Hwy. BRIDGEVILLE 02 337-3137 SHOP TWO UNIQUE STORES IN ONE SMALL TOWNSHOP TWO UNIQUE STORES IN ONE SMALL TOWN Bridgeville, Bridgeville, DelawareDelaware 10 Year Anniversary10 Year Anniversary Antique Alley of BridgevilleAntique Alley of Bridgeville Our shops are filled with Easter Our shops are filled with Easter & Spring Decor and Gifts Ideas& Spring Decor and Gifts Ideas 10% Off Storewide | Drawings | Refreshments at Antique Alley, Sussex Hwy. Location Check out our facebook page, website or join our email list to stay informed of all our activities and events. in celebration of National Pretzel Day April 26 Stop in Downtown Alley and Enjoy a variety of pretzels Visit Us During our April Special Days Tues. April 1 - Restoration Contest Begins (Inquire in store or on our website) AA Sat. April 19 Free Hot Dog Day DA Sun. April 20 CLOSED FOR EASTER Tues. April 22 Earth Day - Recycle/Repurpose (Furniture Restoration contest participants feature and voted on) AA Wed. April 23 World Book Day AA & DA See APRIL CALENDAR - page 12 We suggest visiting the listed websites or calling to verify the most up-to-date information before visiting. Free admission to the Biggs Museum of American Art. Through a partnership with Dover Federal Credit Union, enjoy free admission to the Biggs Museum during their regular hours of Thurs.- Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Hands on craft projects are available free of charge on First Saturdays between 11 a.m.- 2 p.m., Free, 406 Federal St., Dover. Call 302-674-2111 or visit www.biggsmuseum.org. Now – July 6 -The Prints of Rockwell Kent: Selections from the Ralf Nemec Collection. Artist and activist Rockwell Kent (1882- 1971) was a household name. Best-known for his iconic images of the earth’s harsh and frozen extremities, Kent often explored the relationship between humans and nature. This exhibition show- cases selections from the Ralf C. Nemec Collection, the largest assemblage of Kent’s prints in the world. Biggs Museum of Ameri- can Art, 406 Federal St. in Dover. Visit www.biggsmuseum.org or April 1– 20 –Annual Lewes Tulip Celebration. Celebrate the towns Dutch Heritage at various sites throughout Lewes. Visit www.lew- eschamber.com or call 302-645-8073. April 4—First Friday. Experience the charm of Historic Lewes on First Fridays! Join them at 110 Shipcarpenter Street for this free event from 4–7 p.m. For more info, visit historiclewes.org. April 5 - Annual Wine, Beer & Cheese Tasting at the Officer’s Club at Cape Henlopen State Park from 4-6 p.m. Call 302-858- 6127 or visit www.friendsofcapehenlopen.org. April 5 – 2025 Rehoboth Beach Main Street Gumbo Crawl. Par- ticipating Restaurants from 1-4 p.m. Call 302-227-2772 or visit www.downtownrb.com. April 5-6 -27th Annual Delaware Resorts Spring Home Expo. Free to public. Visit over 70 of the area’s top home related products and services All Under One Roof! Open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. both days. For info visit www.deexpos.com or call 302-236-0857. April 5–6—Hearty in the Cause: 1776, Lewes Town Living His- tory. Join the gifted interpreters at the Historic Lewes Town Cam- pus, 110 Shipcarpenter Street, as they bring to life the “season of independence” in 1776 Lewistown. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more info, visit historiclewes.org. April 5 - First Saturday in Dover - On the first Saturday of each month, the First State Heritage Park offers a variety of especially themed programs, special subject walking tours and exhibits at the park’s partner sites. Free. www.destateparks.com/park/first-state- heritage/ or 302-739-9194. April 6 – Wedding & Event Expo. The Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village, 866 N. DuPont Hwy., Dover from 1-5 p.m. Call 302-734-1618 or visit www.agriculturalmuseum.org. April 6 – 4th Annual Paul Kares Concert for the Kids. An unfor- gettable night of music with Bad River and special/surprise guests. Includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and open bar. Concert for the Kids isn’t just any concert, it’s a celebration of music, life, and the boundless potential of our young ones. 5 p.m., Hyatt Lighthouse, Dewey Beach. Visit paulkaresde.org. April 6, 7, 9-11, 13 - Cape Water Tours Seal Watching Tour-Lew- es Ferry Terminal. Cruise out into the Delaware Bay as you safely and respectfully observe as many as 50-100 harbour and gray seals resting on the inner and out breakwater walls. Lewes Ferry Ter- minal, Lewes. Visit www.capewatertaxi.com or call 302-644-7334. April 9—Bay Banter & Brews with Delaware Center for the In- land Bays.3-5 p.m. at Ocean View Brewing, Ocean View. Visit in- landbays.org.April 2025SouthernDelawareExplorer.comPage 3 Welcome to Spring in Southern Delaware! Vol. 30 No. 3Southern Delaware ExplorerApril 2025 Keep UpWith What’s Happening in Southern Delaware! Start your Subscription to the Southern Delaware Explorer today to receive 12 MONTHLY printed issues and 3 Seasonal Vacation Planners for ONLY $ 22. Name ___________________________________________ Address__________________________________________ City, State, Zip______________________________________ Email:___________________________________________ Mail Your Payment of $22.00 For Each Subscription to: Southern Delaware Publishing P.O. Box 990 Ocean View, DE 19970 With Spring and Easter soon upon us, we look forward to the many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors in Southern Delaware. Our April Calendar of Events highlights Easter weekend events from April 18th through Easter on April 20th and April events. Look for the many events highlighted begin- ning on page 2. The 57th annual Great Delaware Kite Festival held annu- ally on Good Friday is scheduled for April 18th with the Easter Bunny, Easter Egg Hunt and Kite competitions at Cape Henlopen State Park. See page 4 for details. The Rehoboth Toy & Kite shop will be holding their 30th annual Fun Fly and day with the Easter Bunny at their boardwalk store on Virginia Avenue in Rehoboth on April 19th. The day will include kite making, an Easter egg hunt, free refreshments and a visit with the Easter Bunny. See page 5 for details. The Lewes Tulip Celebration, now in its 16th year features over 32,000 tulips planted by volunteers throughout Lewes to honor the city’s Dutch heritage. The celebration will be held from April 1st through April 20th with events and dis- plays throughout town. Look for details on page 6. The 3rd annual Harry K Downtown Rehoboth Beach Chocolate Crawl is set for April 26th. See page 7 for details on the day for Chocolate lovers. The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce will be hold- ing their 24th annual 55 Plus Expo on April 16th. See page The SouthernDelawareExplorer.com is published monthly by Southern Delaware Publishing Inc. P.O. Box 990, Ocean View, DE19970 302-745-3029 FAX: 302-539-1396 E-Mail: delawareexplorer@gmail.com 8 for details. Harvest Ridge Winery will be hosting over 30 food trucks at their annual Food Truck competition on April 11th through the 13th. See page 9 for details. The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Georgetown Historical Society on April 12th. See page 10. The Rehoboth Beach Chamber will be hosting their 2025 Merchants Attic Indoor Garage Sale on April 12th. See details in the calendar. Downtown Milford will be once again celebrating our state insect the ladybug and Arbor Day with their annual Bug & Bud Festival on April 26th. See page 11 for details. Check out our annual Southern Delaware Golf Course Guide beginning on page 16. Area shops are full of their gifts and decorations for spring and Easter. Look for ads featuring local shops throughout this issue and when visiting we would appreciate you men- tioning that you read about them in the Explorer. Our May issue will be available the week of April 21st. Email us at delawareexplorer@gmail.com to be notified when the May issue is available online at southerndelawa- reexplorer.com or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook. com/SouthernDelawareExplorerMagazine/. Until then, we hope you have a blessed Easter and Pass- over while you enjoy Spring in Southern Delaware! April Calendar of Events ................................................2 57th great Delaware Kite Festival, April 18th ............... 4 Rehoboth Beach Easter Fun Day, April 19th...................5 16th Annual Lewes Tulip Celebration, April 1st- 20th ..6 3rd Annual Harry K Foundation Chocolate Crawl, April 26th ........................................................................7 24th CDCC 55 Plus Expo, April 16th.............................8 Harvest Ridge Winery to host annual Food Truck Competition, April 11-13.............................9 Georgetown Easter Egg Hunt, April 12th......................10 2025 Milford Bug & Bud Festival, April 26th .............11 Antiquing in Southern Delaware Map...........................14 Southern Delaware Cooking..........................................15 Southern Delaware Spring and Summer Golf Guide....16 Southern Delaware Real Estate Section...................20-24 A pril 2025 i ndex Jim Klinedinst Michelle Klinedinst Publisher/President Vice President Publisher of www.SouthernDelawareVacationPlanner.com www.SouthernDelawareExplorer.com www.CentralDelawareVisitorsGuide.com Composed by Morning Star Publicationsbe located on the old tennis courts adja- cent to the field with picnic tables set up next to them. The other vendors will be located on the field. The kite competitions are in three age categories: Children-Up to age 12; Teens-13-17 and Adults-18 & older. Within each age category, kite flyers are judged by the type of kite they are fly- ing — home-made or store-bought. The Special Class awards include the Open Individual Ballet (free-flight perfor- mance accompanied by music that the entrant provides); Individual Precision (compulsory figures including “The Square,” “The Mount,” and “Ladder Down” judged on technical execution); Most Senior Fly- er, Youngest Flyer, Flyer Furthest From Home, Smallest Kite and Largest Kite. The Highest Kite Award category is open to all ages. Entrance fees apply for cars to enter Cape Henlopen State Park which will be collected at the entrance to the park - $5 per car for Delaware license tags and $10 per car for out-of-state tags. The Jolly Trolley will transport spectators at no cost to the competition field from the state park’s Beach Parking Lot. For those who have not made their own kites and want to par- ticipate, Kids’ Ketch and Rehoboth Toy & Kite Company will be on-site selling a wide variety of kites with space adjacent to the competition field, to practice in advance of the competitions which begin at 11:30 a.m. Additionally, there are food vendors, a face painter and community organizations set up surrounding the field. For information call 302-645-8073 or follow the Lewes chamber on Facebook or at leweschamber.com. Page 4SouthernDelawareExplorer.comApril 2025 57th Annual Great Delaware Kite Festival, April 18th Visit Your Neighborhood Toy Stores at the BeachVisit Your Neighborhood Toy Stores at the Beach The Easter Bunny Stops Here! Easter Novelties, Adorable Stuffed Bunnies, The Easter Bunny Stops Here! Easter Novelties, Adorable Stuffed Bunnies, Lambs & Springtime Clothing for Newborn to size 8 Lambs & Springtime Clothing for Newborn to size 8 Get your Kites and see us at the GREAT DELAWARE KITE FESTIVAL FRIDAY, APRIL 18 TH Follow Kids Ketch andTidepool Toys on Facebook for info on our upcoming special events and promos 132 2nd Street, Lewes, DE 302-645-8448Open Daily Visit us online at kidsketch.com On the Boardwalk Bethany Beach, DE 302-539-TOYS Fri., Sat. and Sun.10-5 Daily starting in the Spring 100 Coastal Hwy. Fenwick Island, DE 302-581-0241 Sat. and Sun.10-5 thru April 1. Open Daily in Summer The Rehoboth Mews, 129 Rehoboth Ave C&D, Rehoboth Beach 302-260-9379 Sat. and Sun.10-5 thru April 1. Open Daily in Summer The Great Delaware Kite Festival, co-sponsored by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and the Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation, annually takes place at Cape Henlopen State Park on Good Friday, this year on April 18th. The festival will be celebrating its 57th Anniversary. The Easter Bunny’s appearance is a longtime feature of the event that will continue again this year. An Easter Egg Hunt was added to the festivities 11 years ago and it will continue to kick off the event at 11 a.m. This year the hunt is sponsored by County Bank and includes 5,000 plastic eggs filled with candy. The Cape May – Lewes Ferry and Southern Delaware Tourism are also sponsoring this year’s event. The kite competitions for children and teens are scheduled to begin at 11:30 a.m. but could be sooner if the egg hunt is completed before then. The highest kite competition follows at approximately 1 p.m. and is open to all ages. The awards ceremony for those competitions includes medallion awards spon- sored by Lewes Chamber members. The adult competitions follow the first awards ceremony. The event concludes with the awards ceremony for the adult competitions. Note that the times may vary according to weather conditions and the number of competitors. Kite competition registrations begin at 10 a.m. with ample op- portunity for kite competitors to practice in the field adjacent to the competition area. All of the activities are free including the Easter Egg Hunt. The Easter Egg Hunt will be limited to children up to the age of 12. Pre-registration for the Easter Egg Hunt is not necessary but participants are encouraged to arrive at the park much earlier than 11 a.m., when it is scheduled to start. Parking for the event is at the park’s Beach Parking lot and time is required to be transported back to the event location within the park. Due to the potential of soggy field conditions that caused the can- cellation of the 2024 Kite festival, the location of the competition has been moved to the east end of the parade field. 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From Only From Only $$ 44 9999 3 Ft. tall3 Ft. tall Porch Bunny Porch Bunny Only Only $$ 3636 9999 w/couponw/coupon Rachel Webster loves kites. She loves flying them, she loves making them and she loves selling them. “It is great when we get someone in who has been out with their 2-year- old flying and they are excited because it actually went up,” she said. “That is the best feeling.” Webster is owner of Rehoboth Toy and Kite, located at 70 Rehoboth Avenue and on the boardwalk at 1 Virginia Av- enue. For the 31st year, the store is planning a Fun Day with the Easter Bunny on the Saturday before Easter, April 19th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and it is free. Activities will take place at the 1 Virginia Avenue location on the boardwalk. The day will include free food, fun, prizes, an Easter egg hunt, drinks and candy and the Easter Bunny himself! There will be free pictures with the Easter Bunny, free kite making, games and free refreshments and an Easter egg hunt at noon “You can teach math and geometry with kite flying,” Web- ster said. “In history, you can study the origin of kites and of flying. “You can study how the shape of the kite affects its flying, you can study flight aerodynamics, wind and weather, on the computer you can do internet research and design and in language arts, you can write poetry about kites.” But of course, kite flying is not all about education. “It is a great activity,” Webster said. “It does not cost a lot and makes for really good family time. It is also good to do by yourself.” For more information, call Rehoboth Toy and Kite at 302- 227-6996 or visit www.rehobothkite.com.Page 6SouthernDelawareExplorer.comApril 2025 www.agriculturalmuseum.org Follow us on Facebook & Instagram 866 North Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901 302-554-0551 • events@deagriculturalmuseum.org Family Day Saturday, July 12th 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Farm to Table Fundraiser Saturday, June 7th 5:30 – 7:00 PM Wedding & Event Expo Sunday, April 6th 1:00 – 5:00 PM 2025 Spring & Summer Events 16th Annual Lewes Tulip Clebration, April 1st - 20th The 16th annual Lewes Tulip Celebration, jointly spon- sored by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and Lewes in Bloom, will be blossoming April 1st – 20th, 2025 The orga- nizing committee is chaired by Lewes in Bloom Co-Chair Ed Zygmonski and includes the other two Lewes in Bloom co-chairs and founder, a representative from City of Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission, Lewes Chamber of Com- merce and Historic Lewes. This year Lewes in Bloom fund- ed the purchase of 31,000 tulips and 5,000 spring bulbs that were planted in fall 2024 by members of Lewes in Bloom. The timing of the tulips’ appearance is an inexact science and either milder or colder weather in advance of the event dates can increase the probability that the dates of the cel- ebration may not exactly coincide with the tulips blooming! The event dates span three weekends. This year, because it has been much colder, it is anticipated that peak will be April 10th – 17th with the late-blooming varieties blooming after Easter. The locations of the plantings will be identified on the map produced in association with the celebration. More than 100 varieties will be on display. Tiptoe To The Tulips Map: The event organizers created the Tiptoe To The Tulips Map that will be available in late March at the Lewes Chamber of Commerce’s Visitor Center located in the historic Fisher-Martin House in Zwaanendael Park. The visitor center is open Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Copies of the map will be available at brochure boxes throughout the historic com- mercial district. The map lists more than 20 locations where the bulbs were planted. It also has a schedule of activities as- sociated with the Tulip Celebra- tion. Tulip Sale: On April 18th & 19th, Lewes in Bloom will be selling tulips at the Bank Street Plaza on Second Street from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (or until they sell out). History in Bloom Walking Tours: Historic Lewes and Lew- es in Bloom are partnering to offer walking tours on April 12th at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. The tours will be led by a historic guide and will provide information on Lewes’ rich maritime history. A knowledgeable guide from Lewes in Bloom will be on the tour to point out the mul- tiple tulip varieties found around Lewes. The tours begin at Historic Lewes’ main campus at 110 Shipcarpenter Street. The tour cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. You can purchase tickets at www.historiclewes.org/ visit/tours/html. For more information call the Lewes chamber of com- merce at 302-645-8073 or visit them on Facebook or online at leweschamber.com.April 2025SouthernDelawareExplorer.comPage 7 Harry K Chocolate Crawl, April 26th ESTATE JEWELRY & GIFTS 302-539-3049 Visit Us this Visit Us this SpringSpring Find Something Special for Yourself or Someone Special NEXT APPRAISAL EVENTSNEXT APPRAISAL EVENTS Sat., April 5th & Sat. May 3rdSat., April 5th & Sat. May 3rd 1st Few Items Are Free On Rt. 26, Clarksville, DE 302-539-3049 OPEN THURS. - SAT. 10-4 or By Appointment We have more Jewelry than ever! Tax Free Shopping away from the crowds in Historic Dagsboro Furniture • Antiques Home Decor • Gifts Local Art • Vintage Finds 33119 Main St., Dagsboro Delaware 19939 www.piecesonmain.com • 302-927-0601 April Hours Fri. - Sunday 10-4, Mon. - Thurs. 12-4 Tues/Wed. Closed/Open by chance SHOP ONLINE Visit our website www.piecesonmain.com @piecesonmain piecesonmain@gmail.com 30688 Armory Rd., Frankford, DE30688 Armory Rd., Frankford, DE 717-818-6054717-818-6054 Little Country StoreLittle Country Store April 4 th , 5 th & 6 th Antiques & DecorAntiques & Decor Five Generations Five Generations of Antique of Antique ExperienceExperience Always the Unusual Each Month WE BUY EARLY ANTIQUES/PRIMITIVES OPENING OPENING for thefor the SEASON SEASON 10 am - 4 pm10 am - 4 pm May 16-18 June 27-29 Aug. 8-10 Sept. 19-21 Oct. 31-Nov. 2 Dec. 5-7 Hurry In!Hurry In! Our Show Weekends will be held Our Show Weekends will be held on Select Weekends in 2025. on Select Weekends in 2025. Visit Our Booth in The Brush Factory, 830 Kings Hwy., Lewes Taste your way through downtown Rehoboth Beach and en- joy the third annual Harry K Foundation Chocolate Crawl on Saturday, April 26th from noon until 4:00 p.m. Don’t miss the fun of the popular Chocolate Crawl! Enjoy delectably fabulous and special chocolate creations, and then vote for your favorite to win top prize. For added chocolate fun you can purchase tickets to win a basket of chocolates valued at $200! Follow the link below to Fixed Price items. You do not need to be present to win. Tickets are $30 for adults 21 and over and $25for those 20 and under. Tickets are on sale now athttps://harrykfounda- tion.org/category/events/upcoming-events/.Page 8SouthernDelawareExplorer.comApril 2025 CDCC to host 24th Annual 55 Plus Expo, April 16th FREE Admission FREE Parking|Variety of Vendors Live Entertainment|Wellness Center Special Programs|FREE Health Screenings Giveaways & Door Prizes Caregiver's Support Resources An Event for Seniors... Soon-To-Be Seniors... and Their Caregivers! Sponsored by: (as of 3/3/25) Wednesday, April 16, 2025 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bally’s Dover Casino Resort Presented by: WHAT TO EXPECT For more info, call the CDCC office at 302-734-7513 or visit www.cdcc.net/events/chamber-events. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 16th, as the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce (CDCC) proudly presents its 24th Annual 55 Plus Expo. This highly antici- pated event offers attendees a day filled with invaluable re- sources, engaging activities, and enriching experiences, all tailored to enhance the lives of the vibrant 55+ community members, their caregivers, families, and the future senior generation to come. Hosted in the spaciously elegant Bally’s Dover Casino Re- sort - Rollins Center (1131 N. Dupont Hwy., Dover) from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., the CDCC brings to Central Delaware a FREE event full of vendor exhibitors to support members of the 55+ community and improve the quality of their lives. At the heart of this event is a mission committed to fostering a sense of belonging, well-being, and fulfillment among the senior community in Central Delaware. The CDCC’s An- nual 55 Plus Expo stands as a testament to this mission, of- fering an event where attendees can explore a multitude of opportunities designed to support their physical, mental, and social vitality. Attendees can take advantage of FREE health screenings, FREE parking, giveaways, and a designated Wellness Cen- ter. The 55 Plus Expo is not just for people over the age of 55. It’s also for the community of families and businesses that help support Delaware’s fastest growing demographic. Join the CDCC in a lively atmosphere for entertainment, in- teractive exhibits, giveaways and door prizes. Lots of fun, information, and support will be available and the CDCC doesn’t want YOU to miss out! For more info, visit: www.cdcc.net/events/chamber-events or call the CDCC office at (302) 734-7513. This message brought to you by local merchants. John 3:16-17 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him.” God sent his Son to earth to die so that anyone who invites Jesus into their hearts will be given the gift of eternal life in heaven after they die. This Easter, accept the best gifts of all, God’s love, mercy, forgiveness and salvation. In the process, begin a lifelong friendship with the truest friend of all, Jesus.April 2025SouthernDelawareExplorer.comPage 9 Harvest Ridge Winery to Host Annual Food Truck Competition, April 11th - 13th Visit Fifers.com for U-Pick and Event Details! Farm Store & Kitchen 1919 Allabands Mill Rd Camden-Wyoming, DE 302.697.2141 Dewey Farm Kitchen 200 Cullen St Dewey Beach, DE 302.227.8680 Subscribe to our FARM BOX CSA Tues.-Sat. 10-5 Sun. 12-4 Closed Mondays Proprietress Barb Gooden Kim Bomberger Stylish Blend of Old & New! GET READY FOR EASTER & SPRING at Our two shoppes are filled with Spring & Easter accents, gifts & antiques Stop In For Your Spring Decorating! It’s a wonderful “get away from it all” shopping experience. 2 S. Railroad Ave., Wyoming, DE 19934 302-697-7377 11 Mill St., Wyoming, DE 19934 • 302-697-6100 Follow us on Facebook ~ Email: SimplyCharmingbs@gmail.com Join us as we celebrate Our Anniversary! April 24th AT BOTH LOCATIONS! Specials, Door Prizes and Refreshments Harvest Ridge Winery will be hosting their annual Food Truck competition weekend on April 11th, 12th and 13th. Visit the winery to enjoy 25+ of the most talented and pop- ular food trucks in the area duking it out over three days to vie for your vote! In addition to wine, cider, and some of the best food around, there will also be live music and a Kid Zone – making this a fun activity for the whole family! A portion of proceeds benefits local veterans through the Hero Hunts Foundation. The hours of the competition are Friday, April 11th from 4-9 p.m., Saturday, April 12th from noon-6 p.m. (VIP ticket holders may enter at 11 a.m.) and Sunday, April 13th from noon-5 p.m. There are multiple ticket options including dai- ly and weekend tickets. It is advised to purchase your tickets in advance as they will increase at the gate. Participating Food Trucks at this time include; The Little Sicilian, The Pasta Truck, The Polish Connection, Stix Chicken, By Faith Coffee Company, Meat Wagon BBQ, The Plum Pit Food Truck, Two Bays Twists, So Coast LLC, Taco Bar Food Truck, Zaikka On Wheels, A Taste of Philly, Pe- tes PeteZa, Uncle Berniesss, Vanderwende, Delmarva BBQ, White’s and Associates, Fields of Dreams, Cupcake Carnival, Taco Jardin, Woodys On Wheels, Zach’s Street Grill, DonutNV Wilmington, Sar- castic Chef, Cajun Sno Cone, Hooked on Seafood, Paella Tapas Place, Mojo Loco, That Kitchen, Gastro Grafiti, Thai Tee, Shore Fire Food, The Frozen Farmer, Ma and Pa’s Tex Mex and Shore Good Coffee. There will be park- ing in a field about ¼ mile down the road. Attendees may walk (burns calories) or take the wagon shuttles that will be running continuously. There will also be transportation in golf carts for anyone requiring handicapped assistance. A visit to Harvest Ridge Winery will have you feeling like you have stepped back in time to a time when life was less frantic, more relaxed, simpler. The tasting room where you can sample their wines is open Sunday thru Thursday from noon-5 p.m. and Friday thru Saturday from noon-8 p.m. Harvest Ridge Winery is located at 447 Westville Road in Marydel. For info call 302-343-9437 or visit them at www. harvestridgewinery.com or on Facebook.Next >