When I first heard about the 1st Annual Downstate Delaware Dirty Dozen Mud Run I thought they were just kidding! Then today I saw the long list of registered teams and participants ready for the fun on Saturday, April 16th, at 9 am at The Shamrock Farm in Milton, Delaware. Each team is made up of 3 people, men, women or co-ed, with names like the “Three Stooges”, “The Victorious Secrets”, the “Dirty Blondes” and “The Muddy Ducts”. Registration maxed out at 120 teams!

Matt Carter, the owner of Quest Fitness in Lewes, my gym, and Tim Bamforth of Seashore Striders are always coming up with great new ideas to foster fitness while having a great time.

For more information on the location and where to go to cheer you favorite teams, Click here

It’s time for the popular St. Patrick’s Day parade sponsored by Irish Eyes in Milton, Delaware.

Let’s hope the groundhog was right and there will be sunshine and warm temperatures this year. Join us for the parade at 2 pm on Sunday, March 13th and the party afterward at Irish Eyes.

Just call me Kathleen this month!

VANISHING VOICES OF WW II
Thursday, January 20th, 7 pm, $4
Held at the Milton Fire Hall, 116 Front Street, Milton

Vanishing Voices of World War II features recollections from two dozen of the 100 veterans included in James Diehl’s two books, World War II Heroes of Southern Delaware, and World War II Heroes of Coastal Delaware. Told from the perspective of men, and one woman, who served during that time period and today call southern Delaware home, this documentary allows Delawarean World War II veterans voices to be heard forever. [2009, USA, Runtime: 56 minutes, Not rated]  After the screening, James Diehl, writer and co-producer of the film and author of the books that inspired it, will give a brief presentation and lead a Q&A session. Mr. Diehl is passionate about bringing recognition to those who served in World War II, and this screening and presentation will ensure that our local heroes will be remembered.
Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling the Milton Historical Society at 302-684-1010 or 302-645-9095 ext. 1. Tickets are non-refundable. Co-sponsored with the Rehoboth Beach Film Society.

Milton, Delaware, is a small historic town known for it’s past as a shipbuilding town and it’s location at the head of the Broadkill River. Increasingly, Milton is becoming best known as the headquarters of Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, founded by Sam Caliglione. Dogfish is the nation’s fastest growing brewery and thanks to Brew Masters, the new series hosted by Sam  on The Discovery Channel, more “off-centered” people are discovering the town of Milton. On any given day, hundreds of people visit Milton for one reason – beer tasting at the Dogfish Brewery. It’s the hottest ticket in town and brings in more visitors to the town than any other business or event.

Read More in the San Francisco Chronicle!

The 3rd Annual Milton Historical Society Antiques Show on Saturday, Sept. 18th, will feature 25 – 30 top quality antiques dealers from around the Delmarva Peninsula. The show will be held rain or shine right next to the museum at 210 Union Street, Milton, DE 19968. Get there early – the show runs from 9 am to 3 pm! I always find several “must haves” at this wonderful outdoor show.

Matt Greig, owner of Antiques in Milton is the organizer of this show and he is happy to hear from you if you are a dealer and would like to participate. If you just want more information about the event, call 302-684-1010! I’m looking for a nice oak credenza, what about you?

It’s that time of year again in Milton, Delaware, when supporters of the Milton Historical Society come out to bid on trips, fine dining, antiques and art. But one of the most popular items each year is a dozen farm fresh eggs from Gladys Wilkins’ banty hens Eeney, Meeney, Miney and Moe!

For the 5th Annual Auction and Party, one weekend package will feature a luxury hotel room and orchestra seats for a special performance of Mozart’s “Magic Flute” performed by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Another featured item is a 5 night cruise to Bermuda on Royal Caribbean’s Enchantment of the Seas.

The event takes place at the Milton Fire Hall at 116 Front Street in the heart of downtown Milton. Dogfish Head beer and Teller wines will complement the hors d’oeuvres and live music during the silent and live auction event. Tickets are only $10 and more information is available by calling 302-684-1010 or visiting the Milton Historical Society online.

On Monday morning, our receptionist Joann greeted me with an excited “I won!” Her duck was one of the big winners this past Saturday morning in the Great Duck Race on the Broadkill River in the heart of Milton, Delaware. Local businesses donate money and prizes so that there are lots of winners. I don’t know yet who won the big prize – $500 – but I do know that Joann was thrilled to win 3rd prize – $150!

Milton does the big events so well and this annual event, part of Bargains on the Broadkill and the Canoe and Kayak Race is one of the most popular. Put it on your calendar for next year, buy your yellow duckie early and come out for a great time.

It’s always exciting to see friends open a new business and even better when it’s an antique business. Milton is becoming a great town in which to hunt for unique antiques and artwork. You should plan to spend a day and visit Magnolia Street Antiques as well as the other shops along Union and Federal Streets and then take a break for lunch at Irish Eyes or the Vintage Cafe & Bake Shop. Then take in a show at the Milton Theatre!

Check out some of the other businesses located in the growing town of Milton, Delaware – Visit Milton!

Don’t miss the Great Duck Race, always a popular event at the annual Bargains on the Broadkill coming up on August 28th, 2010, from 9 am to 3 pm at Milton Memorial Park.  Local businesses and members of the Milton Chamber of Commerce sponsor a long list of prizes for the winning ducks.

The 1st place Duck earns a whopping $500! Last year one of my clients won a $50 prize, so make sure you contact me to purchase a winner this year.

There are also lots of craft vendors, artists and great food, all in the heart of Historic Milton, Delaware. The annual Canoe & Kayak Race begins at Oyster Rock Rd. and finishes at the Milton Memorial Park to the cheers of the Festival crowd. To register for the big race, get more info here.

For more information, contact the Chamber at 302-684-1011 or visit the Chamber online.

Delaware Comedy Theatre is celebrating its Sixth Anniversary in a BIG way on July 31st! The show will feature all new games as well as some Delaware Comedy Theatre classics.

If you’ve never seen Improvisation, take a break from the summer heat and get tickets to this great show taking place on Saturday, July 31, 2010, at 8 pm!

For more information – visit the Milton Theatre.