CIB Events

August Citizens Advisory Committee–Citizens Café

The public is invited to attend the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays’ (Center) upcoming Citizens Advisory Committee–Citizens Café on Thursday, August 22nd from 6 – 8 PM. Steve Smailer, Director of DNREC’s Division of Water, will discuss wetlands protections in Delaware—past, present, and future—looking back, to see how we are positioned for the challenges […]

James Farm Photo Challenge 2024

Capture the beauty of James Farm Ecological Preserve during a 2-day “live” photography competition. Explore the preserve, soaking in the natural wonder of James Farm with your senses and lenses. Categories for Submissions: Landscape/Seascape Human Connection Wildlife Challenge Details: Images must be taken at the preserve between Sept 20-21, 2024 Winners will be selected for both adult and […]

All About Fins at Thompson Island Brewing Company

You’re gonna need a bigger boat to contain all the fun at our All About Fins happy hour at Thompson Island Brewing Company! Celebrate Shark Week with brews and snacks as we dive into our favorite Bay species with fins. Learn all about fish, rays, and sharks from Center Manager of Community Science, Nivette Pérez-Pérez, […]

Arts on the Half-Shell

Join Us for “Arts on the Half-Shell” at the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays August 8th! Celebrate Delaware Inland Bays Oyster Week with an unforgettable evening of culinary and visual arts inspired by the oyster, set against the backdrop of our office overlooking the beautiful Indian River Bay. Chef Hari Cameron, Culinary Director for […]

Decked Out 2024

Celebrate the Center’s 30th “pearl” anniversary with us at the 18th annual Decked Out! Enjoy delicious lite fare, fresh Inland Bays oysters from Rehoboth Bay Oyster Company, an open bar, and waterfront views rivaling any on the Delaware coast. As the sun sets over Rehoboth Bay, Reedo will serenade guests on the waterfront deck, while […]

2024 Horseshoe Crab Hustle 5 Miler & 1 Mile Walk

The Horseshoe Crab Hustle is back for another run.  It’s once again hosted by Bethany Brewing Company to benefit the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays , but this year it’s a 5 Mile Run and a 1 Mile Fun Walk.  The event begins and ends at Bethany Brewing Company and will primarily take place on the trails of […]

Grateful Shellabration

The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays is celebrating the big 3-0 with a Grateful Shellabration! When: Saturday, November 2nd (rain date: Sunday, November 3rd), 10am-4pm Where: Camp Arrowhead, 35268 Homestead Way, Lewes, DE 19958 Parking Information: A shuttle, courtesy of Casella Waste Systems, will run to and from Camp Arrowhead every 30 minutes from […]