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Delaware offers fun and entertaining events year-round that are ideal for your next getaway. Whether you are savoring the flavor along the Delaware Wine and Ale Trail, seeking adventure on the Delaware Geocaching Trail or learning about the state that started the nation on the Delaware History Trail there are always exciting ways to discover Delaware. 

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Wednesday May 02, 2012

Calendar of Events

Selling Sounds: The Commercial Revolution in American Music

May 2, 2012
David Suisman, professor of history at University of Delaware, will speak at 7 p.m. May 2 about his recently published book, "Selling Sounds: The Commercial Revolution in American Music." From Tin Pan Alley to grand opera, player-pianos to phonograph records, "Selling Sounds" explores the rise of music as big business and the creation of a radically new musical culture. This book drew on Hagley collections. Suisman was the 2010 Hagley Prize winner for best book in business… More

Wacky Wednesday at the Blue Rocks!

May 2, 2012
Who knows what to expect on Wacky Wednesdays at Frawley Stadium?? Come out to the ballpark to see your favorite Frawley characters dressed up in weird and wacky ways! Each Wednesday is sure to be different this season as the Blue Rocks come up with crazier and wackier ways to entertain! More

American Masters

May 02 – June 2, 2012
  • Address: 101 Stone Block Row, Greenville, DE 19807
  • Venue: Somerville Manning Gallery
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Visit Website
Somerville Manning Gallery presents American Masters, a collection of works by outstanding artists from the 19th and 20th centuries. Artists include Mary Cassatt, Maurice Prendergast, John Singer Sargent, Milton Avery, Andrew Wyeth, Edward Hopper and more. More

4W5 Blues Jam!

May 02 – June 27, 2012
Please join us every Wednesday at 7:00 pm for 4W5 Blues Jam! Wilmington's best blues musicians jam live! Instrumentalists and singers are welcome to join in! More

The American Eagle: Symbol of Freedom and Enterprise to the du Pont Family

May 2, 2012 – January 1, 2013
The image of the eagle has been an important icon in the history of the du Pont family. The du Pont family came to America on the ship “American Eagle," the DuPont Company's first product was Eagle Gun Powder, and decorative arts collected by Mrs. Louise du Pont Crowninshield were adorned with eagles, a common symbolic element in Federal-style furnishings. This exhibit is on display in the du Pont family ancestral home, Eleutherian Mills. Included in regular admission and tour. Free for members.… More

Uncorked! Wine, Objects & Tradition

May 2, 2012 – January 6, 2013
Winterthur’s major new exhibition, Uncorked! Wine, Objects & Tradition, is a joyous celebration of objects and imagery created in response to society’s love of wine. Featuring more than 300 objects, Uncorked! explores how wine was marketed, consumed, and enjoyed in America and Britain from the 1600s through the 1800s. A wide range of materials are represented, from wine bottles, decanters, and cellarettes to lead figures of Bacchus and “Champagne Charlie” song sheets.… More

On-Going Events

Delaware Wine and Ale Trail

Starting May 2, 2012
The Delaware Wine and Ale Trail will take you on a statewide journey to discover and experience 13 local wineries and craft breweries in scenic Delaware. We invite you to visit for a tour, a tasting and a memorable experiece. More

Thursday May 03, 2012

Calendar of Events

As Seen of TV Night at the Blue Rocks!!

May 3, 2012
Join the Blue Rocks as they battle the Salem Red Sox while paying tribute to all those great products that are "as seen on TV!" Be careful thought! You might be convinced to buy something extra! Gates open at 5:35 PM. Also University of Delaware Sports Management Night! Come out to Frawley Stadium and support the University of Delaware Sports Management Students! More

Spring Wildflower Tour at Mt. Cuba Center

May 03 – 27, 2012
  • Location: Mount Cuba Center
  • Address: 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE 19707
  • Venue: Mount Cuba Center
  • Times: Thursdays, Friday, Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.; Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
  • Visit Website

American Masters

May 03 – June 2, 2012
  • Address: 101 Stone Block Row, Greenville, DE 19807
  • Venue: Somerville Manning Gallery
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Visit Website
Somerville Manning Gallery presents American Masters, a collection of works by outstanding artists from the 19th and 20th centuries. Artists include Mary Cassatt, Maurice Prendergast, John Singer Sargent, Milton Avery, Andrew Wyeth, Edward Hopper and more. More

Cool Spring Farmers Market

May 03 – October 25, 2012
  • Location: Cool Spring Park (10th & Jackson Streets)
  • Times: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

The American Eagle: Symbol of Freedom and Enterprise to the du Pont Family

May 3, 2012 – January 1, 2013
The image of the eagle has been an important icon in the history of the du Pont family. The du Pont family came to America on the ship “American Eagle," the DuPont Company's first product was Eagle Gun Powder, and decorative arts collected by Mrs. Louise du Pont Crowninshield were adorned with eagles, a common symbolic element in Federal-style furnishings. This exhibit is on display in the du Pont family ancestral home, Eleutherian Mills. Included in regular admission and tour. Free for members.… More

Uncorked! Wine, Objects & Tradition

May 3, 2012 – January 6, 2013
Winterthur’s major new exhibition, Uncorked! Wine, Objects & Tradition, is a joyous celebration of objects and imagery created in response to society’s love of wine. Featuring more than 300 objects, Uncorked! explores how wine was marketed, consumed, and enjoyed in America and Britain from the 1600s through the 1800s. A wide range of materials are represented, from wine bottles, decanters, and cellarettes to lead figures of Bacchus and “Champagne Charlie” song sheets.… More

On-Going Events

Delaware Wine and Ale Trail

Starting May 3, 2012
The Delaware Wine and Ale Trail will take you on a statewide journey to discover and experience 13 local wineries and craft breweries in scenic Delaware. We invite you to visit for a tour, a tasting and a memorable experiece. More

Friday May 04, 2012

Calendar of Events

Delaware City Paranormal Expo

May 4, 2012
  • Location: Main Street Delaware City, DE 19706
  • Address: Main Street, Delaware City, DE 19706
  • Times: Friday, May 4, 2012 6pm to 2am, Saturday, May 5, 10am to 2am
  • Visit Website
The Delaware Ghost Hunters (DGH) is pleased to announce Delaware’s “First State’s” first paranormal conference inaugural paranormal conference. Conference goers will be able to attend and participate in paranormal workshops and seminars and training classes. Those attending will also be able to meet and interact with exhibitors, vendors and merchants. Those attending the conference will also be afforded opportunities to participate in paranormal investigations of select locations in New Castle… More

Ghost Hunt of the Augustine Inn

May 4, 2012
  • Location: Augustine Inn
  • Address: 1919 Saint Augustine Road, Port Penn, DE 19731
  • Times: 6:00pm - 10:00pm & 11:00pm - 3:00am
  • Visit Website
Join the Society of Paranormal Research & Education as you participate in an actual paranormal investigation of the notoriously haunted Augustine Inn! Friday, May 4 and Saturday May 5 More

May Market in Historic New Castle, DE

May 4, 2012
  • Location: Arasapha Garden Club
  • Address: Market Square & 25 East Second Street, New Castle, DE 19720
  • Times: 5/4/12 9:00 AM-6PM and 5/5/12 9 AM-4PM
Friday, May 4, 2012, from 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. Saturday, May 5, 2012, from 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Featuring Outdoor Tents Selling: Beautiful & Unusual Plants, Shrubs, Prepared Containers, Herbs, Herb Baskets, Baked Goods,"Our Garden to Your Garden," & May Market Giclee prints by Artist Linda Merry. Indoor Tables & Displays Featuring: White Elephant, Used Books, & Vendors. Saturday Kids Korner - Free Garden Crafts for Kids. Master Gardeners on Hand Saturday for Advice.… More

May Market in Historic New Castle, DE

May 4, 2012
  • Location: Historic New Castle - Market Square
  • Address: Second & Delaware Streets, New Castle, DE 19720
  • Times: Friday, May 4, 2012, from 9:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Friday, May 4, 2012, from 9:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Saturday, May 5, 2012, from 9:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M. Featuring Outdoor Tents Selling: Beautiful & Unusual Plants, Shrubs, Prepared Containers,Herbs, Herb Baskets, Baked Goods, "Our Garden to Your Garden," & May Market Giclee prints by Artist Linda Merry. Indoor Tables & Displays Featuring: White Elephant, Used Books, & Vendors Saturday Kids Korner - Free Garden Crafts for Kids. Master Gardeners On Hand Saturday For Advice.… More

The Wimington Drama League Presents: The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas!

May 04 – 19, 2012
  • Address: 10 W. Lea Blvd., Wilmington, DE 19802
  • Venue: Wilmington Drama League
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
  • Times: Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm. Sunday May 13 at 2pm.
  • Visit Website
Yeeee-haw! Come on down to Miss Mona’s Chicken Ranch for a good time – after all, it’s just a lil’ ole bitty country place, with nothing dirty goin’ on! But try telling that to Melvin P. Thorpe, the crusading reporter out to shut down Miss Mona and the Chicken Ranch for good. Inspired by a true story, this raucous and hilariously satiric musical delighted audiences for four years on Broadway. Contains adult language and situations. More

The Wedding Singer

May 04 – 20, 2012
  • Address: 2208 Millers Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810
  • Venue: New Candlelight Theatre
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: Call or visit website for times
  • Visit Website
It’s time to party like it’s 1985! That’s right! NCT is taking you back to the 80s for the stage musical version of the popular film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore. Tons of fun and laughs with big weddings, big Bar Mitzvahs and big hair! More

Spring Wildflower Tour at Mt. Cuba Center

May 04 – 27, 2012
  • Location: Mount Cuba Center
  • Address: 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE 19707
  • Venue: Mount Cuba Center
  • Times: Thursdays, Friday, Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.; Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
  • Visit Website

American Masters

May 04 – June 2, 2012
  • Address: 101 Stone Block Row, Greenville, DE 19807
  • Venue: Somerville Manning Gallery
  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
  • Visit Website
Somerville Manning Gallery presents American Masters, a collection of works by outstanding artists from the 19th and 20th centuries. Artists include Mary Cassatt, Maurice Prendergast, John Singer Sargent, Milton Avery, Andrew Wyeth, Edward Hopper and more. More

The American Eagle: Symbol of Freedom and Enterprise to the du Pont Family

May 4, 2012 – January 1, 2013
The image of the eagle has been an important icon in the history of the du Pont family. The du Pont family came to America on the ship “American Eagle," the DuPont Company's first product was Eagle Gun Powder, and decorative arts collected by Mrs. Louise du Pont Crowninshield were adorned with eagles, a common symbolic element in Federal-style furnishings. This exhibit is on display in the du Pont family ancestral home, Eleutherian Mills. Included in regular admission and tour. Free for members.… More

Uncorked! Wine, Objects & Tradition

May 4, 2012 – January 6, 2013
Winterthur’s major new exhibition, Uncorked! Wine, Objects & Tradition, is a joyous celebration of objects and imagery created in response to society’s love of wine. Featuring more than 300 objects, Uncorked! explores how wine was marketed, consumed, and enjoyed in America and Britain from the 1600s through the 1800s. A wide range of materials are represented, from wine bottles, decanters, and cellarettes to lead figures of Bacchus and “Champagne Charlie” song sheets.… More

On-Going Events

Delaware Wine and Ale Trail

Starting May 4, 2012
The Delaware Wine and Ale Trail will take you on a statewide journey to discover and experience 13 local wineries and craft breweries in scenic Delaware. We invite you to visit for a tour, a tasting and a memorable experiece. More
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