Community Events

Wed., Sept 17, 24 and Oct 1
Free Square Dance Lessons
7-8:30 PM
Ocean Pines Community Center
Adult Singles and Couples welcome.
RSVP 908-229-8799
Pine Steppers Square Dance Club
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2-day WORKSHOP: Beauty, the Splendour of Truth, and the Islamic Tradition

Thursday, September 18, 6 - 9 p.m.
Conway Hall 129

Friday, September 19, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Conway Hall 156

In this 2-day workshop, explore the multifaceted nature of Islamic art and traditional metaphysics of beauty with a special focus on the Alhambra Palace with poet and philosopher, Professor Emilio Alzueta.

Sponsored by Fulton Public Humanities

This is an OPEN JAM! The host band will play the first set (starting at 7) and then open the stage to those who want to join in.
Singers & harp players please bring your Microphones, guitars, keyboards, horns and drummers bring those sticks!

Doors at 6:00 music at 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Food available until 7:30 PM
Beverages until the event ends.
Enter through the door facing Pear St (not the door near the parking lot).
Be sure to check the website to make sure that the jam is happening. We occasionally host concerts by national and international artists during this time. Please consider coming to those shows, too!

Join us for an unforgettable evening as OperaDelaware makes its debut performance at the historic Schwartz Center for the Arts in the heart of Dover, Delaware!

Experience the wild heart of the American West in La fanciulla del West, where a strong-willed saloon owner risks everything for love. Feel the devastating beauty of Madama Butterfly, a poignant story of love, betrayal, and resilience set in Nagasaki. And be swept away by the raw passion and political intrigue of Tosca, where love and sacrifice collide in the streets of Rome. Performances feature a stunning string quartet led by pianist/conductor Husan Chun-Novak.

SPECIAL TREAT FOR THE FIRST 100 TICKET BUYERS:

Before the curtain rises, step into a one-of-a-kind pre-show mixer from 6:30–7:30 PM. Enjoy delicious bites, lively conversation, and interactive question cards placed throughout the room—designed to spark curiosity, foster new connections, and make networking feel effortless. Whether you're an opera fan, a first-timer, or just looking for a unique night out, this is the perfect place to meet new people and expand your circle in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

At 7:30 PM, the lights go down and the magic begins. You’ll be swept away by thrilling arias and scenes, performed unamplified by world-class opera singers—up close and personal, the way opera was meant to be experienced.

🎟 Tickets:
General Admission: $40
DSU Students: $10 with code DSU10 (Student ID required at entry)

Don’t miss this historic night of music, community, and connection. Be part of something special—OperaDelaware in Dover.

Make your plans now to join us in Salisbury, Maryland, for the 3rd Maryland Folk Festival. The Maryland Folk Festival follows Salisbury’s tenure of the National Folk Festival — one of America’s largest, most prestigious and longest-running celebrations of arts, culture, and heritage.

A free, large-scale three-day outdoor event, the Maryland Folk Festival celebrates the roots, richness and variety of American culture. It features about 250 of the nation’s finest traditional musicians, dancers, craftspeople and other keepers of culture in performances, workshops, and demonstrations, plus children’s activities, savory regional and ethnic cuisines and craft brews, non-stop participatory dancing, storytelling and more.

Best of all, it’s FREE!

The Museum of Ocean City invites bird enthusiasts, nature lovers, and curious beginners alike to take part in Bird Watching with Scott Housten on Saturday, September 20 at 8:00 a.m.

The event begins at the Museum of Ocean City, where participants will be introduced to Scott Housten and learn about the diverse bird species that thrive in the Ocean City area. Guests will then embark on a guided birdwatching walk through some of the town’s best viewing spots, including the inlet, the jetty, and Sunset Park.

Along the way, birdwatchers may spot a variety of species such as songbirds, warblers, sparrows, terns, gulls, and other shorebirds.
This family-friendly program is designed for all ages and will last approximately 90 minutes. The walk will take place rain or shine, and participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and wear comfortable walking shoes.

The cost is $20 per person. Space is limited, and early registration is recommended.

For more information or to register, please visit ocmuseum.org.

Join WSW at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore on Saturday, September 20th for the Young Survivor Conference!

This conference will serve as a morning of education, support, and connection for breast cancer Survivors around the age of 40 and younger.

We will have three guest speakers covering topics such as oncology, mental health, and fertility. Stay tuned in to WSW’s social media pages to find out who our guest speakers are!

Doors open at 8:30 am, allowing attendees’ time to visit vendors and enjoy a complimentary breakfast, and guest speakers will begin at 9:30 a.m.

This conference is free to attend, but space is very limited(only 30 seats).

To Register please email wicomico@womensupportingwomen.org, call 410-548-7880 , or visit the WSW Office.

The St. Michaels Farmers Market (SMFM) is an independent, non-profit, producer-only farmers market, located in the waterfront town of St. Michaels on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

On Saturday mornings from April through November, we seek to support local farmers, foster community, and provide access to fresh food in Talbot County.

Grab your tote bags. Bring your friends and family.
We can’t wait to see you.

Originals Only: No Covers, Just Creators is a celebration of authentic, original expression across all creative mediums. This event brings together poets, comedians, musicians, and performers to showcase their unique voices and stories. No covers, no routines—just raw, unfiltered talent. Whether you’re here to experience a fresh spoken word piece, a stand-up comedy set, or original music that speaks from the heart, this is the place for true creators to shine. Join us for a night of creativity, inspiration, and one-of-a-kind performances that are all about celebrating originality.

Free and open to all – snacks included!

Playing this month:
Sherri Bale
Brad Allen
Butch Thayer
Jonah Ridgely
Francesca Fuentes

On Saturday, September 20, 2025, Delaware Friends of Folk will present their monthly coffeehouse concert in the Dover Art League's gallery, 21 W. Loockerman St. in Dover, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Doors open at 7 and admission is $7 for members of Delaware Friends of Folk, $10 for non-members, teens are half-price, and those 12 and under are admitted free. Fresh-brewed coffee, freshly baked cookies, and other snacks will be available. Seating may be limited.

The featured act will be New York City-based singer-songwriter Kate Mills. Kate was born and grew up in Philadelphia. She caught the performance bug early on, and, by age 9, was entrancing audiences in theater performances. Her debut was in front of 900 people as “Gretel” in "The Sound Of Music." Kate spent years living in the shadows of her dreams, working in a safe job as a social worker. In 2020, she stepped forward with assured artistry, releasing a debut album that captures the warmth and orchestrations of her beloved era of 1970s Laurel Canyon singer-songwriters, while being enhanced by today’s crisp modern production standards. The music of Kate Mills is like taking a drive with Dan Fogelberg, Brandi Carlile, Linda Ronstadt, and Grace Potter through Southern California. Kate is a storyteller whose lyrics and emotional perspective are uniquely informed by schooling and a career in social work. “Many of the things I loved about social work are also why I love music,” she says. “In both, it’s about creating a space where it's okay to feel whatever we're feeling; a space for us to acknowledge and embrace our whole selves, even the parts that are challenging. Both create connection. With music, I feel like I can contribute more genuinely to that conversation.”

Some Delaware Friends of Folk events are supported in part by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. The Division promotes Delaware arts events on http://www.DelawareScene.com.

DFF:
Email: delfolk@gmail.com

(302) 257-2356

http://www.delfolk.org

https://www.katemillsmusic.com/tour

Dover Art League: (302) 747-7169; thedoverartleague.com; thedoverartleague@gmail.com