As we approach the height of summer, farmers markets around our beach communities are in full bloom and brimming with locally-grown products that are dependably fresh and flavorful. Here’s a list of where to find [...]
Beach trips and hiking through Delaware’s wonderful parks are usually fun, but by the middle of the summer, you might be more apt to look for fun comfort inside! If so, consider visiting some of our state’s wonderful museums. Here are some [...]
Whether you’re in or around Wilmington in New Castle, in the middle of the state in Kent, or enjoying the beach communities in Sussex, summer festivals are creating lots of fun all across our state in July and August. Here are some [...]
While we love living and working in Sussex County, we also know there are so many communities upstate that are great for day trips and year-round living. They’re also a fun option if you want to avoid summer crowds at our beach communities and perhaps beat the season’s most intense [...]
Summer is finally here, and thanks to so much hard work and foresight by home and garden lovers around our beach communities 2026 promises to reveal some remarkably gorgeous landscapes and residences. Whether you’re looking for ideas for transforming your outdoor space or just want to take in the sights, here are some wonderful events [...]
One of the best qualities of the News Journal is its expansive coverage of all things Delaware, including arts and leisure activities that take place all over the state. Here’s a glimpse of some especially fun things happening during the next few [...]
While I’ve always appreciated all of the beautiful nature spots in Sussex County, I’m especially grateful for the Rotary Club’s Great Walks & Trails Guide and am going to continue posting about some of the most interesting ways to experience nature down near the beach.
This week I’m spotlighting a very walkabout that’s especially [...]
As Spring heads into summer, the lengthening days promise all kinds of fun in our communities around the beaches. And thanks to the Cape Gazette’s Festivals Guide https://www.capegazette.com/affiliate-post/festival-season-starts-here-cape-gazette%E2%80%99s-spring-summer-festivals/302281, there’s no shortage of options for outdoor activity. Here are some highlights for [...]
There is a brief, magical window in Sussex County right around late March. The winter chill is finally losing its grip, the first crocuses are peeking through the soil in Zwaanendael Park, and—most importantly—our world-class local restaurants haven't yet reached "2-hour-wait" status. Before the Spring Break crowds arrive and the summer [...]
Last week, I spotlighted several fun places that make for easy day trip. This week, with more insights from the USA Today Network and our amazing News Journal, I’m looking just over the horizon to Pennsylvania.
All of these lovely places are within a few hours drive from Wilmington, and they offer a diverse array of experiences for folks [...]