Find out what is going on in and around Delmarva from our user-submitted events. More information about these events are located within the most current issue of the Chesapeake East Calendar Guide. These events may include lesser-known local flavor happenings, festivals, or shows around the area.
Tim Kennard River Run
March 3 & 4
Timothy Kennard, 48 years old, and father of a 7 year old son, passed away on March 11, 2004. He fought a courageous battle against renal cancer. Tim is missed by his family and fellow running friends. This run/walk is in his honor, with proceeds going, as Tim requested, to help children and animals. This year the proceeds will help: Coastal Hospice, specifically for pediatric cases and programs for grieving children who have lost a sibling or a parent to cancer; the Salisbury Horizons Student Enrichment Program, which provides support, education and hope to children from economically disadvantaged families; also, Coalition of Caring, a fund for our animal friends in need.
SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 2012, FAMILY SPORTS & FITNESS EXPO
* Noon – 5 PM – Family Sports and Fitness Expo (Maggs Physical Activity Center). Bring the whole family! Enjoy children’s activities (bounce houses, inflatables and the rock wall). Shop various vendors for shoe apparel and health – related items and services.
* Noon – 5 PM – Registration and Race Packet Pick – up at Expo (Maggs Physical Activities Center)
* 5:30 – 7:30 PM – Pasta Dinner and More (Commons, located on campus) New this year are larger room and buffet – style pasta dinner. A special room will be designated specifically for Tim Kennard supporters. Join us and our speakers in celebration of our eighth annual event! $15 per person. $11 per child 6 – 12. Cash bar available.
SATURDAY, MARCH 4, 2012, RACE DAY
* 6:30 – 7:45 AM – Pre-Registered Runner/Walkers Pick-up and Race Day Registration (closes at 8 AM sharp – no exceptions) at Maggs Physical Activity Center.
* 8 AM – Opening Ceremonies
* 8:30 AM – 10 Mile and 5K Start
8:35 AM – 5K Non-Competitive Walk Start
9:30 AM – Post-Race Party and Awards Ceremony
Carpe Diem String Quartet
February 25
8pm. Coastal Concerts presents at Bethel United Methodist Church Hall in Lewes. $25 (free for each attendee 10-18 years and one adult.) coastalconcerts.org 888-212-6458
“A classical string quartet that rocks?” Yes! Carpe Diem String Quartet has become the premier American indie string quartet. Carpe Diem continues to rack up accolades and awards. This past year, Carpe Diem was the only quartet in America chosen to receive a prestigious PNC ArtsAlive Award. In the past six years, it’s emerged as a quartet known for innovative programming, unique collaborations, and blurring the lines between genres. The quartet continues to garner favorable reviews. From recent concerts, critics wrote:
“This is an accomplished ensemble with a distinctive sound and personality.”
—James Chute, San Diego Union Tribune
Lewes Polar Bear Plunge
The Plunge is one of Special Olympics Delaware’s most significant fundraisers. Check out the polar plunges article in our December/January issue for some valuable pointers for remaining cool should you warm up to this idea. The 2012 Plunge will take place Sunday, February 5 at 1 p.m. Go to plungede.org
The Lewes Polar Bear Plunge, held annually on the first Sunday in February, has developed into a truly unique Delaware happening and has also become one of Special Olympics Delaware’s most significant fundraisers.
Friday, February 3
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.: Registration open at the Atlantic Sands Hotel, located on Baltimore Avenue and the Boardwalk.Run to the Plunge participants may also register at this location on Friday night.
Saturday, February 4
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Polar Bear Cake-Off at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. Come see contestants from TLC’s “Cake Boss: Next Great Baker” compete to see who can create the best Polar Bear Cake. Admission is free and you can even vote for your favorite cake.
10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Ice Sculpting Demonstration, sponsored by BOSS Enterprises. Judging at 1:30 p.m. (Bandstand).
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.: Registration open at the Atlantic Sands Hotel for Polar Bears only (runners must register at the run on Saturday).
11:00 a.m.: Run to the Plunge registration open under the tent near the Bandstand on Rehoboth Avenue.
1:00 p.m.: 5k Run/Walk to the Plunge
3:00 – 6:00 p.m.: Chili Contest sponsored by Peninsula Oil & Propane (at each participating restaurant)
5:00 – 9:00 p.m.: Registration open at the Atlantic Sands Hotel.
All Day: Activities for Kids
Sunday, February 5
10:00 a.m.: Registration opens under the tent on Rehoboth Avenue and the Boardwalk near the Bandstand.
1:00 p.m.: 21st annual LEWES POLAR BEAR PLUNGE
1:15 p.m.: Apres Plunge Party at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center.
