Located in the center of downtown Newark, the Newark Arts Alliance sponsors a number of shows and programs that promotes the arts in the community. Take a garden tour through the town and enjoy the music and gardening tips. If it’s the first Sunday of the month, then it’s time for Music Jams, where everybody is invited to join in. Check out the drum circle on every fourth Sunday. Come to the gallery to sample the work of talented artists, or join the NAA and enter your own works of art! You don’t have to look far to see some of the great public murals, because they surround the NAA’s center. Check the Newark Art Alliance's website for more information.

Newark Art Alliance
276 E. Main Street
Newark, DE 19711
(302) 266-7266
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Go back in time at Sweet Lucy’s Ice Cream, back to a time when the local ice cream parlor was a place to meet and enjoy a sweet treat. It’s still that way at Sweet Lucy’s. Whether you like a traditional scoop of ice cream or soft serve, there’s something for everyone. If you’re with a group, why not start off with tabletop s’mores? Then take your time to pick your frozen treat. There’s enough flavors to suit every sweet tooth, but locals really like the PB Caramel Cookie Dough and the classic strawberry. Get a triple-scoop sundae, or try a couple of scoops on a cone of your choosing. The banana splits are huge and the shakes and root beer floats are thick and rich. Eat in, take out, and you can also book a party at Sweet Lucy’s.

Sweet Lucy’s Ice Cream
3201 Concord Pike
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 477-0777
www.sweetlucysicecream.com
www.yelp.com/biz/sweet-lucys-wilmington

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If you’re in the market for a friendly neighborhood spot to unwind with a refreshing cocktail and a bite to eat, head to Horace Shellhammer’s. Sit at the bar and you can watch your favorite sports events while you kick back with a beer. Order yourself a martini or glass of wine and something tasty from the appetizer menu like Chips & Salsa, Nachos, Spicy Crab Chowder, or Chicken Fingers, and let the cares of the day become a distant memory.

Big, juicy burgers are a favorite here and they're available in creations like the Black & Bleu Burger with bleu cheese, and the Baja Turkey Burger with avocado. Other options include Sizzling Fajitas, Jambalaya, French Dip Sandwich, Philly Cheesesteak and Crab Cake Sandwich.

Horace Shellhammers is open every day in Newark, Delaware.

Horace Shellhammer's
9C University Plaza
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 738-0758
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Shellhammers/330362148894
http://www.yelp.com/biz/horace-shellhammers-newark

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