Find The Bus, Gus. You Could Win Big!
It‘s beach time. And no better environmentally-conscious and economical away of getting to the beach than on the DART Beach Bus. However, a few drivers have taken a detour and can be found on these pages. Tell us the four pages you find the Beach Bus and you could win a pair of tickets to the Rocking the Docks Music Series in Lewes (see pg. 36). Email your answer by May 20 to Contact@TSNPub.com with the subject line: I Found the Bus. We will choose three winners from correct submissions. Congrats to Tom Ferrier, Dean Forster and Suzanne Beadle, who found our fake ad — Forever EGGS —on pg. 50 of our April issue.
Juneteenth T-shirt Design Contest
YWCA Delaware is seeking original artwork for its 2025 Juneteenth T-shirt. Delaware artists of all ages can submit designs through May 15. The public can vote April 28–May 26 for $1 per vote ($5 minimum contribution). The top three winners receive a cash prize and online recognition. The winning T-shirt design will be available at the Juneteenth celebration on June 14 at Tubman-Garett Park in Wilmington. Proceeds support YWCA Delaware’s programs serving more than 8,000 clients statewide. Visit YWCADe.org/juneteenth.
Screen The Unseen American Dream
A special screening of Unseen American Dream will be held Friday, May 2 at 7pm at The Screening Room at 1313 in Wilmington. The short documentary follows blind couple Kris Heist and Gary Pizzolo raising their sighted twins, navigating their ever-changing challenges with resilience and love. Following the 20-minute film, there will be a Q&A with family and filmmakers, and light reception. Tickets are $5, benefiting The Guide Dog Foundation.
Visit TheScreeningRoom.org.
Delaware Theatre Company Community Comes Together For Local Theatre Icon
On Sunday, May 4, Chapel Street Players will host That’s What Friends Are For, a musical cabaret celebrating Tina M. Sheing, a beloved member of the Delaware theatre community. The event will feature more than 20 performers singing Broadway favorites, with proceeds supporting accessibility renovations to help Sheing, who was born with spina bifida, maintain her active lifestyle. Visit My.CheddarUp.com/c/tinas-new-adventure.
World Premier Opera Takes Flight
OperaDelaware will present the world premiere of Fearless, a new opera by Derrick Wang (Scalia/Ginsburg), at The Grand (818 N. Market St.) on May 16 & 18. Fearless tells the inspiring story of WWII aviator Hazel Ying Lee, the first Chinese American woman to earn a pilot’s license and fly for the U.S. military. OperaDelaware’s VP of Engagement, Kerriann Otaño, says Fearless “is a testament to OperaDelaware’s commitment to enrich the community and encourage curiosity.”
In addition to the premiere, OperaDelaware will present a free preview performance on Thursday, May 1 at First & Central Presbyterian Church in Wilmington, and partners with the Air Mobility Command Museum in Dover for a preview performance and panel discussion on Sunday, May 4. Visit OperaDE.org.
Downtown Wilmington Farmers’ Market Returns
The Downtown Wilmington Farmers’ Market returns to Rodney Square on May 7, and will operate every Wednesday through October (10am-2pm), rain or shine. Enjoy fresh produce, flowers, handmade goods, live entertainment, and lunch from one of several food trucks. Presented by Downtown Visions and the City of Wilmington, with support from Chase Bank. Visit DowntownWilmingtonDE.com.
Designer Bag Bingo Benefit
Humane Animal Partners’ popular Designer Bag Bingo returns for its ninth year on Thursday, May 15 at St. Elizabeth’s Church’s Grant Hall in Wilmington. Presented by Hill’s Pet Nutrition, the event features luxury bags from Coach, Kate Spade, and more, plus raffles and cash prizes. Proceeds support HAP’s work including adoption, low-cost spay/neuter, and affordable veterinary care for Delaware Families. Visit HumaneAnimalPartners.org/Bingo.
Free Family Fun At Southern Park Spring Festival
Experience all that Middletown’s Southern Park has to offer at the Southern Park Spring Festival on Saturday, May 10 from 2-7pm (rain date May 17). This free event features ziplining, laser tag, food trucks, crafts, 3-hole mini golf, DJ dance party, and more. Plus learn pickleball with USA Pickleball and tennis with USTA (register in advance). Visit NewCastleDE.gov/Events.
First State FC Launches Season With Home Opening May 24
First State Football Club kicks off its 2025 season on Saturday, May 17, with the first home game set for Saturday, May 24 at Abessinio Stadium in Wilmington. Delaware’s National Premier Soccer League team features top local and international talent, including national team players. Fans can enjoy theme nights, food trucks, and more all season long.
Visit FirstStateFC.com.
Inaugural Wilmington International Film Festival
This fall, the inaugural Wilmington International Film Festival will bring filmmakers, film enthusiasts, non-profits, and businesses together for a celebration of film, food and live music. Led by Gordon DelGiorno of Film Brothers Productions, the festival will run October 9–12 and showcase more than 50 global films across four city venues: Theatre N, The Screening Room 1313, The Delaware Contemporary, and Penn Cinema Riverfront. Highlights include live music performances, art exhibitions, business networking, and a Wilmington University-sponsored Student Film Competition & Young Filmmakers Workshop awarding a full four-year scholarship. Visit Wilmington.Film.
