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WILMINGTON KITCHEN COLLECTIVE IS OPEN

Late last month, Riverfront Ministries, in partnership with Wilmington Alliance and Grace Church, celebrated the grand opening of its commercial kitchen facilities at Grace Church (900 Washington St., Wilm.). Wilmington Kitchen Collective is a community-based project that offers an affordable, high-quality commercial kitchen to food industry entrepreneurs from underserved local communities. The program not only provides access to a fully-equipped kitchen, it assists with training, business development and access to capital. Visit WilmingtonKitchenCollective.com.

A Revolutionary War reenactor returns to camp after participating in the Separation Day parade. Photo by Butch Comegys

Members of Serafin Ensemble (l-r): Hal Grossman, Kate Ransom, Charae Kruger, Luke Fleming perform at last year's Serafin Summer Music Festival. Photo by Andre Lamar.

ONE-OF-A-KIND CELEBRATION IN HISTORIC NEW CASTLE

One of the state’s longest-running traditions returns June 10-11 with the Separation Day celebration in Historic New Castle. The event recognizes Delaware’s “separation” or declaration of independence from Pennsylvania and the British crown — an event that took place 246 years ago.

Separation Day festivities begin on Friday evening with an outdoor block party at The Wharf, featuring live music by What The Funk, food trucks and a beer/wine garden. Saturday commences with a Colonial-inspired parade at noon followed by an afternoon of activities in Battery Park featuring a vintage market, games and rides for kids, food/drink and live music from 1-9:30pm. Bands performing include Blues Reincarnation Project, Blue Cat Blues, Jimmy Pritchard Band and Big Package. The celebration culminates with fireworks over the Delaware River at 9:30pm.

Admission on Friday and Saturday is free, with ride tickets available for purchase on Saturday. Visit SeparationDayDe.com.

THE MUSIC SCHOOL PRESENTS WORLD-CLASS CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL

An international cast of ensemble players will travel to Delaware to take part in Serafin Summer Music, a worldclass chamber music festival presented by The Music School of Delaware June 10-26. The ensemble will perform works by Brahms, Mozart, Debussy, Ravel, Florence Price, Willian Grant Still, Dvorak, Jennifer Higdon, and more.

The three-week festival will feature six concerts in Wilmington (June 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26) and three in Lewes (June 11, 18, 25). The Wilmington concerts will be held on Fridays and Sundays at The Music School of Delaware’s Wilmington Concert Hall (4101 Washington St., Wilm.). The downstate performances will take place on three Saturdays at Bethel United Methodist Church (129 West Fourth St. Lewes). Single tickets are $25 and include both live and livestream performances. Visit MusicSchoolofDelaware.org.

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Rain Date - Sunday, June 26 (Rain or Shine)

BEERS & GEARS

ON TAP AT DELAWARE PARK

Cars and beer aren’t usually a good combination, but they are when the cars are on display for guests to examine while sampling the region’s top craft beers. You will find that on tap and more during the spring edition of Beers & Gears at Delaware Park on Sun., June 11 from 11am-4pm. (There is also a fall NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES PERMITTED. edition in October.)

While the first Beers & Gears held in 2015 drew an FIRST 500 CARS ARE GUARANTEED A SPOT impressive 300 cars, the car count now exceeds 800, Pre Registration Fee $10 • Cash or check accepted (DOS: cash only) Pre Register before June 5 • Day of Show Registration $15 with everything from rat rods to tuners to classics Pre Registered Entry Lanes on Right & Day of Registration Entry Lanes on Left featured. More than 450 trophies will be awarded and Please make checks payable to: Patricia Wolynetz the first 500 display cars will receive dash plaques. Mail To: Patricia Wolynetz, 429 Corato Ct., Bear, DE 19701

Spectator admission is free; amenities include DJ (Larger form available on our website at delawarepark.com)music and food by the Rolling Revolution food truck convoy. Visit DelawarePark.com. Name: Email: Phone: (Please Print)

TRACING HISTORY HAS ITS REWARDS

The Delaware Tourism Office has relaunched the Delaware History Trail and is offering prizes to those who upload their photos of 10 of trail’s 29 locations. Qualified participants will receive a limited-edition, 100-piece Delaware historythemed puzzle to commemorate their time in the state.

Several new locations have been added to the trail, including the Delaware Agricultural Museum, the tall ship Kalmar Nyckel, Hagley Museum & Library, Milton Historical Society, Nanticoke Indian Museum, Nemours Estate, and Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park. The trail’s experiences emphasize Delaware’s crucial role in the nation’s history, and its rich cultural diversity. "For more than a decade now, the Delaware History Trail has provided an exciting way for people from inside and outside the state to get an inspiring look at Delaware’s long, rich story,” said self-professed history buff Governor John Carney. “This is a way to not only hear about the past, but to experience the places where history happened.”

“These sites were specifically chosen to give travelers an experience they’ll remember,” said Delaware Tourism Director Liz Keller.

To get started on the trail, go to VisitDelaware.com/history.

OPEN TO ALL YEARS, MAKES AND MODELS Rat Rods Hot Rods Muscles Tuners Categories Categories

Awardsat 3:30pm Pro Street Imports Exotics Trucks Modern Muscle Classics Jeeps Video Lottery Agent for the Delaware Lottery. All games are Lottery games controlled by the Delaware Lottery. You must be 21 to play. Play responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the Delaware Council on Gambling Problems Helpline at 888-850-8888. www.dcgp.org

Over 450 Trophies Awarded Trophies in All Categories Large Show Area! Gates Open at 9am Rolling Revolution Food Truck fare available for purchase Free for Spectators DJ/Music Family Friendly Pet Friendly SUNDAY, JUNE 12, 2022 • SHOW REGISTRATION FORM

Fun for Everyone! Participant Benefits Stage at Lower Lot First 500 receive Dash Plaques Club Participation Award Trailer Parking available in C-Lot All Paved Parking FALL SHOW October 23, 2022

Club Affiliation: Car Make: Car Year:

Signature: Date:

I understand that Delaware Park is not responsible for loss or injury to me, or my property, anytime during this event. I expressly release the promoters from any liability for such loss or injury. I also agree to pay for my own insurance. By signing this registration I hereby agree to these terms. Please contact Scott at (302) 363-2086 or email: TRISAWevents@gmail.com for more information. Like us on Facebook at: TRISAW Events

The Nanticoke Indian Museum is one of the new additions to the Delaware History Trail.