A New Store At The Fashion Center Is Drawing Sports Fans

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☀️ Rise and Shine, 302. Filing this under "things I didn’t know": the library lends garden tools and gives away seeds. Hope your Memorial Day is the slow kind.

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Some people love the energy of the first big beach weekend of the year. Others see one packed parking lot and immediately turn around. Tell us where you stand.

Above the Canal Experiences is bringing Dinner Club to Newark on Wednesday, June 3.

If you’ve been looking for an easy way to meet new people or expand your circle, this is built for that.

You’ll be placed into a small dinner group of six at one of several restaurants in and around Newark. We handle the reservations and table groupings so all you have to do is show up and enjoy the night.

🎟️ $20 per person
🍽️ Food and drinks purchased separately

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Source: WDEL

DART First State is bringing back its summer Beach Bus service for travelers heading to the Delaware coast. The seasonal routes cover popular spots including Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Lewes, and Ocean City.

Riders can park for free at the Rehoboth Park and Ride or the Lewes Transit Center. Standard fares start at $2 for a one way trip or $4 for a daily pass. Passengers are allowed to bring towels, umbrellas, and small coolers on board as long as the aisles stay clear.

For weekend trips from upstate, the Beach Connection route runs from Wilmington and the Christiana Mall down to Sussex County. Fares and real time tracking are available through the DART transit app.

Source: Delaware Business Now

The State of Delaware began collecting fines from automated speed cameras in the Interstate 95 Churchmans Marsh construction zone on Saturday. The system recently finished a 21-day warning period and is now fully active for northbound traffic.

Drivers caught traveling 11 mph or more over the posted 55 mph speed limit will receive a ticket. First offenses start with a $20 base fine, plus an additional dollar for every mile per hour over the limit, along with other standard fees. These are civil penalties, meaning no points will be added to a driver's license.

Source: Town Square Delaware

Woodside Farm Creamery is teaming up with the Hockessin Fire Company for a local appreciation day on Saturday, June 6. The afternoon event runs from noon to 6 PM and gives families a chance to meet first responders from Station 19.

Visitors can check out community outreach equipment and explore a variety of fire trucks. Kids will have the chance to climb inside the vehicles and try operating a small fire hose. The fire company is also hosting a pig roast with barbecue sandwiches available for purchase to support their local operations.

Source: Newark Post

The University of Delaware is turning an asphalt parking lot into a new green space on its south campus. The Townsend Hall East Lawn and Garden will sit next to the UDairy Creamery, acting as a gateway to the botanic gardens.

The project includes a lawn, restrooms, and patio space. While construction continues this summer, the creamery is operating out of a temporary location at the campus ice arena. Both the new garden and the renovated shop are scheduled to open this fall.

Source: Delaware Business Now

Sports apparel retailer Rally House has opened its doors at the Christiana Fashion Center. The Kansas City-based company operates more than 300 locations across the country, but this marks its first storefront in Delaware.

The shop carries licensed gear for teams like the Delaware Blue Hens and Wilmington Blue Rocks. Shoppers can also find merchandise for regional professional and collegiate teams, including the Philadelphia Eagles, Baltimore Orioles, and Penn State.

Alongside the sports apparel, the store stocks a variety of locally themed novelties and home decor. The new addition joins a retail center near the Christiana Mall that has maintained near full occupancy.

Source: Delaware Business Now

If you have been keeping an eye on the real estate market lately, the latest numbers highlight a widening gap between paychecks and property costs. A recent analysis shows that rapid home price growth over the last decade has altered housing affordability across the country.

Between 2016 and 2026, home values across the United States surged by more than 81%. During that same ten-year window, wage growth increased by 47%. This difference in growth rates continues to shape the housing landscape for those looking to purchase property.

Scout Cafe is hosting its first-ever Scout & Seek Market on Saturday, June 20, a one-day vintage and flea market featuring curated finds from local collectors, thrifters, and makers. Expect vintage home goods, records, art, retro décor, handmade pieces, and plenty of unexpected finds.

The market runs from 9 AM to 3 PM, with food and coffe available while you browse.

Source: Newark Post

Newark officials are considering a new program to address vacant houses and commercial buildings across the city. The proposal would require owners to register properties left unused for more than 180 days.

Under the plan, property owners would face escalating annual charges. Registration starts at $250 and climbs to $7,500 per year if a building remains empty for five years. Unpaid fees could result in property liens or a sheriff sale. Newark intends to partner with New Castle County to administer the program and split the collected revenue.

The city council discussed the idea favorably last week, noting resident complaints about condemned properties. The proposal still requires a formal vote before taking effect.

On Mondays, opening acts and exhibits are listed here when they debut. After that, you'll find individual dates in the regular Theatre/Arts listings.

At Home at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library. Explore 200 years of family history and the transformation of Winterthur from a home and farm into a world-renowned museum. This immersive exhibition offers interactive experiences and rotating spotlights on du Pont family members and collaborators. Guided gallery walks are available Tuesdays through Sundays, 1:15-1:45 PM.

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That name isn't just cute, it's a whole personality. Lexi Love is a 3-year-old medium mixed-breed girl with a smile that honestly does most of the talking. She's described as gentle and dainty, the kind of dog who makes you feel like she's already been waiting for you specifically. She gets along well with other dogs and is the type to seek out a good scratch behind the ears whenever the opportunity presents itself.

Head over to Brandywine Valley SPCA at 290 Churchmans Road, New Castle to meet Lexi Love before someone else scoops her up.

Memorial Day Parade at State Street Kennett Square. Chester County’s largest Memorial Day parade honors fallen service members with a two-hour procession through the borough ending at Union Hill Cemetery. Monday at 10 AM - 12 PM.

Rhythm & Brews at New Garden Township. A relaxed outdoor evening featuring blues-leaning rock, craft beer, and rotating local food trucks. Tuesday at 6 PM.

Free Summer Concert Series: Lynn Riley at Tina Betz Urban Artist Exchange. Jazz saxophonist and flutist Lynn Riley brings her world music influences to an outdoor community concert. Wednesday at 5:30 PM.

Little Feat: The Last Farewell Tour at Copeland Hall. The legendary band brings its mix of rock, blues, jazz, and New Orleans swamp boogie to the stage during its final tour. Wednesday at 8 PM.

Nothing in this section is sponsored. Just things worth knowing. I’ll always flag sponsors clearly.

Tuesday

79 🌡️ 63 | 🌧️ Slight Chance Rain Showers | 22% | 💨 E 0 to 5 mph

Wednesday

84 🌡️ 64 | ⛅ Partly Sunny | 10% | 💨 W 0 to 5 mph

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 60ºF Temperature readings taken from the Atlantic Ocean in Rehoboth Beach.

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