T he G u id e • 12-24-25 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27 FROM 2 - 5 PM Quarterly Artist Cafe Biggs Museum of American Art 406 Federal St., Dover, DE This informal gathering invites artists, art lovers, and creative minds of all kinds to come together over coffee, conversation, and creativity. Each month, we spotlight a dierent local artist or creative theme, oering a chance to explore new works, share ideas, and connect with the artistic community. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 FROM 5:30 TO 7:30 PM Family-Friendly Overfalls Anchor Drop & Midnight Revelers Anchor Drop The Lightship Overfalls 219 Pilottown Rd., Lewes, DE The Lightship Overfalls will conduct TWO Anchor drop events this NYE! Anchor Drop #1 will take place from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at the Lightship and Monomoy pavilion adjacent to the ship. The ship’s “anchor” will be lowered down the ship’s mast after a 7:00 PM countdown, (midnight in the United Kingdom—the reason for our 250th celebrations). Participate in our two contests - “Drop the Anchor” – Win the chance to board the ship and help the Overfalls crew drop the anchor at 7:00 PM, and - “Have a Blast” - Win the chance to blast the ship’s authentic horn used to protect ships and sailors on foggy days and nights. FREE hot chocolate, anchor-shaped cookies, and popcorn. Art table for personalizing your NYE hat. Go onboard the Lightship Overfalls deck (weather permitting) and enjoy the views. Anchor Drop #2 will begin at 11 PM. Mark the beginning of 2026 by counting down the seconds as the lighted anchor drops down the Lightship Overfalls mast. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 FROM 9 PM - 12:30 AM 2025 Downtown Salisbury Ball Drop Celebration Downtown Salisbury, MD Taking place in the heart of Downtown Salisbury, this family-friendly celebration is set to be the Eastern Shore’s largest New Year’s Eve event. This year’s celebration will feature live musical performances, interactive attractions including a mechanical bull, selfie station, and trivia, and a “Shining Star Contest” for the brightest or most reflective outfit. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 AT 12 AM New Year’s Eve Fireworks Downtown on the Beach (Dorchester St., Ocean City, MD) & Northside Park (200 125th St., Ocean City, MD) Celebrate the conclusion of Ocean City’s 150th year and welcome in 2026 with spectacular fireworks at midnight in two locations! Experience Ocean City’s grand fireworks show downtown on the beach near Dorchester Street, or enjoy a display uptown at Northside Park. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26 FROM 9:30 - 10:30 AM Westside Yoga 21109 Bivalve Lodge Rd., Bivalve, MD Hey neighbors! Ready to melt away the week’s stress and welcome the weekend feeling refreshed? The West Side Neighborhood Alliance (WSNA) is hosting a fantastic, gentle yoga session every Friday. Join a certified instructor for an hour of quiet focus on breathing, relaxing, and finding balance . This class is perfect for all levels—we provide props and chairs if you need them. Cost: Only $10/person. No registration required! Just drop in! Please bring your own towel or yoga mat and a water bottle. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26 STARTING AT 1 PM History Hike: The Seaside Fort Miles Museum and Historical Area 15099 Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes, DE Enjoy a walk through the sands of the Seaside Nature Trail while hearing tales of the WWII soldiers, Philadelphia-bound immigrants, and pirates who walked before you. Tours meet at the Seaside Nature Center. Dress for the weather. Recommended for ages 7+. $6 per person. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program. After that, please call 302-644-5007. Visit www.destateparks.com/programs to register. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27 FROM 12 - 4 PM New Exhibit at FACE Fiber Arts Center of the Eastern Shore 7 N. 4th St., Denton, MD Discover the joy and humor of quilting through the work of Baltimore native Pat, whose teaching philosophy is simple—quilting should be fun! Her classes—and her quilts—are filled with warmth, laughter, and a love of fabric that has brightened her world for more than 50 years. FREE to the public. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27 FROM 8 - 10 AM 4th Saturday Bird Walk Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge 2591 Whitehall Neck Rd., Smyrna, DE The Delaware Ornithological Society sponsors a monthly bird walk, on the 4th Saturday of each month from September through April, which starts 8 am from the visitor center. The walks will utilize the newly completed Forest Discovery Tree Trail (2.7 miles) and last approximately 2 hours. Walks will take place rain-or-shine unless the weather is extreme (check www.DOSBirds.org or the DOS Facebook page). Bring sturdy shoes that can stand mud and moisture; water bottle; insect repellent; and, of course, binoculars if you have them (loaners will be available). A hand lens or loupe will also be handy if we stop to examine trees, flowers, mushrooms, lichens etc. 12-24-25 • Right
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