August 20th – 27th

    Les Miserables School Edition

    This epic story recounts the struggle against adversity in 19th century France and has become a favorite musical around the world. Premier Centre for The Arts, August 20th, 8 p.m., August 21st, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m., and August 22nd, 3 p.m.

    REEL Talk: A Movie Club

    Join us for screenings of the Art City documentaries, which present an intimate glimpse into the modern art world and the fascinating and varied lives of the artists who inhabit it. Following each film, group discussion will be led by Dr. J. Susan Isaacs, Professor of Art History, Towson University. Delaware Art Museum, August 26th, 11 a.m.

    Diamond State BBQ Championship

    There’s something for everybody at the 5th Annual Diamond State BBQ Champsionship…The Big Boy Toy Show, craft vendors, classic cars, authentic BBQ, tiki bar, games, music, Delaware’s Strongest Man Contest, Hell on Wheels Competition and much, much more. Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, August 21st, 10 a.m.

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    Poetry at the Beach

    Join award-winning poet Gary Hanna and others for an evening of poetry reading. South Coastal Library, August 26th, 7 p.m.

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