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DELAWARE PARK Delaware Park is Always in Play just minutes away from Chester County. This multi-level, non-smoking entertainment and gaming facility offers something for everyone 24/7: 2,500 slot machines, an array of live table games, cash and tournament poker rooms, Keno, free Wednesday-Sunday evening live entertainment at HOPS stage and many dining options. The adjoining Clubhouse offers additional dining choices, seasonal pro football parlay sports betting, year-round simulcasting and live Thoroughbred horse racing. Please check www.delawarepark.com for the 2016 racing schedule and current promotions/specials. Also on property is White Clay Creek Country Club, complete with At the Rail Wine Bar & Grille, the Veranda Ballroom, Golf Pro Shop & Academy and a 7,007 yard Par 72 public golf course, where tournaments and outings are our specialty. Ask about convenient membership options or reserve your daily tee time at 302.994.6700 x 7436 or www.whiteclaycreekcc.com. Our 250 seat banquet room overlooks the pristine putting green and is ideal for your once in a lifetime event or any special occasion. At the Rail serves lunch and dinner, as well as a delectable Sunday Brunch buffet.

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DESTINATION DELAWARE Table of Contents

Delaware Park Race Track and Slots

Designer Consigner earns accolades and awards for its fashions

Ivy Gables: North Wilmington’s newest Assisted Living Community

Huntington Learning Center: Ensuring a great back to school transition

A tradition of quality at Minster’s Jewelers

Local foods and sustainable communities

Two Stones Pub opens in Hockessin!

Walking through an age of innovation

Dancers perform in full-length ballets at Mid-Atlantic Ballet

Alexi Natchev one of many artists showcased at the Hardcastle Galleries

Courtyard Newark: A Great Hotel and More!

Delaware Symphony Orchestra announces 2016-2017 season of classic concerts

Blind Factory offers a full range of window treatment services

Lenape Builders, Inc. 37 years of building quality homes

Dewey Beach Enterprises announces new sales and marketing partnership with Maggio Shields Real Estate

Downtown Newark: Upcoming Events

Climb aboard the Wilmington & Western Railroad

Until there’s a cure...There’s Kamp

CB Joe TV & Appliance offers great value for any budget

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Ivy Gables: North Wilmington’s newest Assisted Living Community

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Nestled on five wooded acres in historic Ardentown, Del., Ivy Gables is North Wilmington’s newest assisted living community. Owners George and Tammy Loudon have 10 years of experience in assisted living ownership, along with a keen eye for elegant living and excellence in care and customer service, and have taken what was once a YWCA, and turned it into this hidden gem. From the moment people walk into the lobby, everyone comments what a warm and welcoming environment the community has. Ivy Gables has 24 studio apartments, as well as some one-bedroom options. There are multiple simple, yet elegant and intimate public areas, as well as a beautiful dining room and Great

Room, both complete with gas fireplaces for an additional warm and home-like atmosphere. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, residents of Ivy Gables are escorted to appointments in style in a London cab. Ivy Gables allows its residents the stress-free environment of both independent and assisted living by offering three restaurant-style meals a day, dedicated arts and entertainment, weekly housecleaning services, weekly linen exchange, daily towel service, and as little or as much handson care needed by its trained staff of compassionate caregivers. Happy hour happens weekly with live entertainment, and across the parking lot, residents are entitled to complimentary shows by the Candlelight Dinner Theatre.

We asked the family of our first resident what their experience has been: “After four months of managing in-home care for our Mom, we decided to look at some assisted living communities in our area. Although very nice, the ones we visited seemed a little overwhelming to Mom. A friend told us about a newly renovated community in Arden that had just re-opened. We decided to check it out. Thus began our love affair with Ivy Gables, a beautifully appointed 24-room senior living community nestled in the community of Ardentown, which just happens to be five minutes from our home. We particularly liked that it was a small community, knowing that it would be more comforting to Mom.

“Of course, what’s a beautiful community without warm and friendly people to bring it to life? The staff at Ivy Gables outshines all of its beautiful appointments! They are top-notch, professional folks who welcomed us and have gone the extra mile to make our Mom (and us) feel at home! Knowing that our Mom is safe and in the hands of such kind and loving folks, has given us such peace of mind!” – Sharon T. Clearly, Ivy Gables has much to offer its residents and their families! If you’d like to speak with someone directly, or schedule a personal tour and lunch, please call Director of Community Relations, Laurie Seidle at 302-475-9400, or email lseidle@ IvyGablesSeniorLiving.com.

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A tradition of quality at Minster's Jewelers Minster’s Jewelers was founded in July, 1895 by Jacob John Minster in Elkton, Md. Upon arriving in the United States in the 1870s, Jacob John was employed by Bailey, Banks, and Biddle as a watchmaker and jeweler. He believed in quality and integrity. He had a love for jewelery and the craft, which has been carried on through the generations. The third and fourth generations are taking Minster’s in a new direction with Custom Design Jewelry, designed and manufactured by Minster’s staff. It’s a new and original look, with quality to be passed on to future generations, in keeping with the traditional hometown atmosphere. Minster’s offers its clientele a wide range of jewelry, including diamonds, colored gemstones, karat gold, gold filled and silver jewelry, and watches.

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Two Stones Pub opens in Hockessin! If you have ever been to the Two Stones Pub locations in Newark, North Wilmington or Kennett Square, you have already gotten to enjoy what owners Mike Stiglitz and Ben Muse had in mind when they first started the franchise several years ago. It’s the simple combination of great food and great beer – served in a friendly, neighborhood-like setting – that has been the hallmark of the establishment’s success. With that in mind, Stiglitz and Muse took over the former Mike & Nick’s Italian Sports Bar in Lantana Square in Hockessin and, after a huge face-lift, officially opened the doors on their newest location earlier this year. Although slightly smaller than the three other Two Stones’ locations, the Lantana Square restaurant captures the same signature decor. Guests are welcomed to its ‘L’-shaped bar – constructed from repurposed wood – and get to choose from 20 draft beers and tap, and another 100 varieties in bottled form. Additionally, a handful of 2SP Brewing beers are always available. Outside, a temperature-controlled, upscale “beer garden,” complete with a wet bar, is perfect for a summer evening with friends, or a private party. Inside, executive chef Sean Howell has created an eclectic – and seasonal – menu of burgers, wings, tacos and bar snacks, as well as off-the-hook items like

Meat Market

Quality BUTCHER SHOP & DELI

Serving Hockessin since 1980 • Prepared Meats • All Natural Chicken • Catering Specialties • Marinated Items • Certified Angus Western Beef • Boar’s Head Gourmet Deli Meats • Honey Glazed Sliced Ham • Homemade Sausage • Homemade Prepared Salads • Fresh Roasted Beef & Turkey

302-239-2529 Shoppes of Hockessin MC/VISA/WSFS

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crispy Garbanzo beans and tofu; vegan white bean and quinoa wraps; blackened Norwegian salmon; and Andouille stuffed meatloaf. “We had a plan from day one for establishing a restaurant in Hockessin,” Stiglitz said. “When we were first planting our ideas, I took a map (of New Castle County and beyond) and put a dot in the middle of it. I drew three concentric circles around and it, and Hockessin was in the middle of two of those circles.” Stiglitz said that the concept of Two Stones Pub – restaurant first, bar second – is a perfect fit for the demographics of Hockessin, which have drawn a wide swath of the 30-45-age market to the Lantana Square restaurant – from sports fans catching the games on large-screen TVs, to families relaxing over a great meal. “Our customers in Hockessin demand a high quality of service and food from us, and we enjoy that, because it asks us to reach those standards,” he said. “By asking us to be the best, they make us want to continue to improve who we are.” For more information about Two Stones Pub’s Lantana Square location, including menus and beer selections, visit www. twostonespub.com, or call 302-239-2200. Two Stones Pub is located at 300 Lantana Drive, in the Lantana Shopping Center, Hockessin. – Richard L. Gaw

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Dancers perform in full-length ballets at Mid-Atlantic Ballet Mid-Atlantic Ballet (MAB) has a 19-year tradition of classical ballet instruction that focuses on ballet as the foundation for all styles of dance. Artistic director Patrick Korstange and his staff are all highly trained and active dancers in the community. The instructors promote dancers upon their demonstrated ability and maturity level. Instead of recitals, we give our dancers the opportunity of performing in full-length ballets. We perform two full-length ballet performances at Mitchell Hall on the University of Delaware campus during the year. Our ballets feature original choreography by our Artistic Director and his staff. Once dancers are promoted to the trainee program, they are eligible for all MAB performances. All levels of the ballet are able to participate in our end of year Dancers’ Showcase in June. A key advantage of MAB for our parents is the low cost of supplying their child with the basics needed for dance class. Parents only need to buy tights, leotard and ballet shoes for their children. We offer these items for sale new or gently used in our studio. MAB provides, with the help of our talented wardrobe department, the costuming required for performances. MAB is fortunate to have a new state-of-the-art dance studio. In May, 2016, we moved to our new location at 506 Interchange Boulevard, Newark, off Elkton Road, accessible via major highway routes. There are restaurants and shops at Suburban

Plaza within ½ mile distance for parents to visit while their dancer is in class or rehearsal. The building is accessible to the disabled and offers close, free parking. MAB’s 6,300-square-foot facility features three spacious, air-conditioned studios with sprung floors. Our dancers form a tight community of friends. Together Courtesy photos (3) at every level, they develop skills, grow in ability and prepare to perform. MAB encourages our students to respect each other’s abilities and talents and build each other’s confidence to perform in front of the public. We also have very active family and member participation in all of our programs, our performances and operations. Outside of our studio, MidAtlantic ballet performs at outreach events for the community, local schools and hospitals. We bring the artistry of ballet and the message of fitness through dance, to the greater Newark community.

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Delaware Symphony Orchestra announces 2016-2017 season of classic concerts Series Highlighted by Mezzo Soprano Denyce Graves, Mahler’s Fifth and Beethoven Focus The Delaware Symphony Orchestra announces its 2016-2017 season of five Classics Series concerts, including guest appearances by major personalities in the classical music world and repertoire including symphonies by Mahler, Brahms, Beethoven, and Tchaikovsky. DSO Music Director David Amado invites all to “Join us to celebrate masterpieces that span three hundred years during our 111th season. This is music not to be missed!” The season begins Sept. 23 with violinist Jaime Laredo and cellist Sharon Robinson performing the Double Concerto written for them by André Previn, winner of the Delaware Symphony Orchestra’s 20162017 A. I. du Pont Composer’s Award. The concert will close with the monumental Symphony No. 5 by Gustav Mahler. On Nov. 18, the 2014 winner of the International Violin Competition of Indianapolis, Jinjoo Cho, will perform the Violin Concerto by Erich Korngold, known for his film scores, including the classic “Robin Hood” with Errol Flynn. The concert opens with Wagner’s Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde. Carrying forward the dual themes of love and cinema, the second half includes Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances from West Side Story and Ravel’s Bolero. The DSO will begin a multi-year survey of all the major symphonic works of Beethoven on February 24, 2017, when Wilmington favorite Alon Goldstein returns to perform the Piano Concerto No. 1. Anna Clyne’s fragile and affectionate Within Her Arms opens the program and the sunny Second Symphony of Brahms will conclude the concert. On March 24, 2017, the DSO will welcome the internationally acclaimed mezzo soprano Denyce Graves to perform the solo part in the Ballet Suite from Manuel de Falla’s El Amor Brujo. a glittering showpiece for both singer and orchestra. The program opens with Elgar’s beautiful Serenade for strings and concludes with Beethoven’s electric 7th Symphony.

The series finale, May 12, 2017, features an allRussian program filled with bravura. Stravinsky’s brittle, ascetic Ode—music once destined for an Orson Welles film—will be balanced by the ripe romanticism of Rachmaninoff’s Third Piano Concerto (popularized in the movie, “Shine”), played by Russian pianist Sergei Babayan, and the evergreen Fourth Symphony by Tchaikovsky. The 2016-2017 Classics Series concerts will all take place on Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in Copeland Hall at The Grand Opera House on North Market Street in downtown Wilmington, Del. The DSO is re-instituting reserved seating for its Classics Series concerts, and introducing a new three-tiered price structure, with regular ticket prices starting at $14. Students age 21 and under with ID can purchase tickets in any section for $10. Additional Grand Opera House Box Office fees will apply. Individual tickets are available at the Grand Opera House Box Office, 818 N. Market Street, Wilmington, Del. 19801, by phone at 302-652-5577 or 800-374-7263, or online at www.ticketsatthegrand.org. Discounted five-concert Classics Series subscriptions are available until September 23, for $60, $195, and $335; student subscriptions, $50. For more information, or to order five-concert series subscriptions, contact the Delaware Symphony Orchestra at (302) 656-7442, ext 1000, or visit the website at www.delawaresymphony.org. About the Delaware Symphony Orchestra The Delaware Symphony is one of the premier regional orchestras in the United States and Delaware’s only fully professional orchestra. The DSO has been an integral part of the First State’s cultural life since 1906. Recognized for artistic excellence, the Symphony presents classical and contemporary repertoire in full orchestra and chamber music concerts, educational programs, and special events that attract audiences from throughout the Delaware Valley region.

Photos clockwise from left:

Photo courtesy Woo Ryong Chae Jinjoo Cho Photo courtesy Devon Cass Denyce Graves Photo courtesy Christian Steiner Jaime Laredo and Sharon Robinson Photo courtesy Meagan Cignoli Alon Goldstein

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Climb aboard the Wilmington & Western Railroad The whistle of a steam train echoing through the hills is a sound that has all but disappeared in the world. Yet there still is a reminder of the time preserved for you to experience here at the Wilmington & Western Railroad. Imagine yourself riding on a real railroad through the Red Clay Creek Valley, with its ever-changing natural beauty and wildlife. Imagine that you are rolling through forested estates, past historic homes and mill sites, aboard a vintage steam train, just like those that your great-grandparents rode. Take the family aboard our scenic line, listed on the National Register

Upcoming Special Events for the 2016 season: Summer Fest Saturday, August 20: 10:30am. 12:30pm & 2:30pm Civil War Skirmish Saturday, Sept 10: 12:30 & 3:00pm and Sunday, August 30. Dinner trains to Hunter’s Den and the Back Burner Restaurants (Reservations required)

of Historic Places, the Wilmington & Western Railroad is Delaware’s only steam tourist railroad. Special railroading adventures are available for railroaders of all ages. Whether you want to explore history, celebrate holidays, wine & dine or just have fun, the Wilmington & Western Railroad has just the event for you. Most of our weekend rides travel to Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove for a short layover – bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the countryside. Round trip ride is 90 minutes. See the website: wwrr.com for full schedule of events and departure times or call the business office for further details 302-998-1930.

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Until there’s a cure... There’s Kamp!

Did you know that every school day, 46 children will be diagnosed with cancer? Some of these kids will be cured...but sadly, some will not. Kids who suffer from cancer often miss out on getting to “be a normal kid.” They don’t get to attend school like other kids. They don’t get to play sports, or jump on their bikes and go for a ride. They don’t get to just “be a normal kid.” In June of 2007, the Kaylyn Elaine Warren Foundation was established to fulfill the dream and last wish of Kaylyn E. Warren who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia on October 15, 2005 at the age of 17. Kay’s Dream was to help other kids suffering from all types of childhood cancers through awareness and by opening Kay’s Kamp - the First Oncology Camp in Delaware. We are hosting our 1st Annual STAND UP TO KIDS CANCER event on Saturday, August 13th, 2016 from 1:00pm - 6:30pm at Freedom Biker Church, 22 Parkway Circle, Newcastle, DE 19720. Live music will be provided by area musicians, and many vendors, volunteers and donors will gather to raise the funds needed to send kids, who’ve been diagnosed with cancer, to Kay’s Kamp. Won’t you help give these kids, who are fighting against this terrible disease, the gift of getting to “be a normal kid” for a week next summer? You can make this happen - here’s how: 1) DONATE: Please donate Items, Activities, or Event Tickets for the Silent Auction 2) VOLUNTEER: Please come help us at the event - we’d LOVE to have you!! 3) GIVE: Donate Financially to Kay’s Kamp (please make checks payable directly to Kay’s Kamp). KEWF Federal Tax ID #26-0487358 4) Please send Donations/Auction Items to: Natalie Allen, 5 Stoney Brae Rd., Newark DE 19711. (If you’d like to VOLUNTEER at the event, or have a question about donating, please call or text Natalie 302-528-7526 or send email to: TheFixerNatalie@gmail.com) It costs over $1000 to send a child to Kay’s Kamp for one week because they need special equipment, medical supplies and personnel on call 24/7. All proceeds from this event will go directly to Kay’s Kamp -- every single penny! Please help us make it possible for kids with cancer to enjoy a true summer camp experience in every way possible. With Warmest Regards, Natalie Allen, Co-Event Coordinator www.kayskamp.org Until there’s a cure...There’s Kamp!

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CB Joe TV & Appliance offers great value for any budget

CB Joe TV & Appliance is a family-owned discount appliance, electronics, and home-theater store based in New Castle, Del. Since 1972, CB Joe TV & Appliance has served customers in Wilmington, Newark, and Middletown, in Delaware, Pennsville, Salem, and Bridgeton in New Jersey, Elkton, Perryville, and Cecilton in Maryland, as well as Kennett Square, Oxford, and West Chester in Pennsylvania with low prices on appliances, electronics, and home theater products with top-notch customer service. Our knowledge on the appliances, electronics, and home theater systems we sell sets us above the competition. CB Joe TV & Appliance is an authorized dealer of such brands as Bosch, Amana, Whirlpool, Maytag, GE, Frigidaire, Electrolux, Kitchen Aid, LG, Samsung, Sharp, Sony, Mitsubishi, and more. We

can help you select your new appliance, electronics, or home theater purchase at any budget. CB Joe TV & Appliance is a better alternative to doing business with the national big box stores or the Internet sites. CB Joe works at being your local Delaware store and wins because of the great value we provide with price, people, and peace of mind. Our purpose is to offer you better pricing, more service, and no sales tax. You can profit from our one-day access to one of the largest TV & Appliance warehouses on the East Coast. CB Joe is an American small business that has been a proven success for over 40 years against all the big guys that have come and gone. We are grateful for your business and will continue to focus on living up to your expectations.

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Designer Consigner earns accolades and awards for its fashions Voted Best of Delaware • New arrivals daily! Open 7 days • Gift Certificates available

Michele Scott-Costa left the corporate world in 2008 and opened Designer Consigner in early 2009 with her mother, Vicki. As avid consignment shoppers and high-end fashion lovers, they both knew the economy was ripe for a place to sell, save and shop all in one stop. Later, the shop grew and moved into the current location next to Nappa Auto. This shop offers nearly 3,000 square feet of space, and features more than 2,000 consigners and over 8,000 customers from more than five states. The store helps multiple charities and has earned many accolades, including the Readers Choice and Brandywine Signature. Most recently, it was voted “Best Consignment Shop” by Delaware Today magazine for both its upstate (Hockessin) and downstate (Rehoboth Beach) locations.

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Sell. Save, Shop... all in One Stop

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Ensuring a great back to school transition Back to school time can be a source of nerves or excitement for many children. Some preparation goes a long way in making your child feel comfortable and optimistic. Here are five tips for a smooth transition back to school:

then simply listen. If they mention fears or struggles from last year, be supportive and positive. Offer encouragement by sharing that no problem is insurmountable and together you can work through any issues. A new school year offers a fresh beginning.

Start with an open conversation. Instead of a one-sided lecture on your expectations for this school year, ask how your child is feeling—

List goals for the year. After an honest conversation, talk about you and your child’s goals for this year. Focus all goals on making

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improvements (e.g. raising a grade or becoming more organized) rather than achievements (e.g. getting all A’s). Break big goals into smaller steps. If your child wants to become better at math, define steps they can make to ensure that happens. Get organized at home. Prepare now for the new school year. Have your child tidy their desk and make a list of supplies to restock. Buy a new planner and have your child write their class schedule in the front. Hang a family/school calendar in a central location. Share your own systems for managing school paperwork with your child and discuss their organization ideas. Finally, designate an area for unloading backpacks and organizing papers. Get the brain school ready. Two or three weeks before school begins, have your child review last year’s textbooks and assignments for subjects like math and science—even if it’s just 10 minutes each evening. If reading has waned over summer break, reestablish that nightly habit. These efforts minimize regression and provide a helpful refresher on last year’s learning.

Consider creating a school year contract. The switch from summer leisure to a school schedule can feel abrupt for many children. Create an agreement between you and your child that sets expectations and goals, and outlines your child’s responsibilities as a student, and your support. This should be a constructive, encouraging process. It takes minimal effort to get your child mentally ready to return to school with a positive, motivated outlook. Model enthusiasm and optimism for a great year ahead. Assure your child that with hard work and a good attitude, good things will happen—and if problems arise, you will work together to correct them. These insights are provided by the Huntington Learning Center in ewark, Del. Newark,

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Local foods and sustainable communities The United States is blessed with is what has been described as the most abundant food supply in the world. Unfortunately much of the food grown here in America is shipped far from where it is grown and then highly refined and processed and then shipped again before reaching the consumer. According to the USDA, more ’s than 63 percent of the country’s agricultural acreage is devoted to field crops like corn, soy, wheat and canola that mostly end up as ingredients in processed foods or as animal feed. This abundant food supply, though, can come with a number of costs—excessive shipping, environmental damage from the overuse of chemical pesticides and fertilizers, and the stripping d. of essential nutrients from our food. Our communities suffer from this decentralized and processed food system both environmentally and financially and our citizens suffer from rampant illness and obesity. A locally based agriculture, however, can help overcome many of these systemic problems. The environmental and dollar costs of transportation are reduced. Small, family-owned farms—which are

the backbone of a local food economy—are more likely to use sustainable farming methods and minimize the use of synthetic chemicals. The food grown on these farms is delivered fresh to the consumer, either through direct sales at farm stands, community supported agriculture (CSA) share boxes, and farmers’ mark markets. Both the Friday market in K Kennett Square and the Saturday market in New Garden, offer a wide array of local, seasonally fresh produce, cheeses, meats, and other nutritious fare. By buying locally, we keep our food dollars circulating in our community and provide our neighbors—the family farmers—with a meaningful and important way to earn a living. L Locally grown foods are also readily available at independently owned natural foods stores like Harvest Market—just a mile from the Pennsylvania line in Hockessin, Del. Harvest Market is committed to promoting local farmers and producers and offers a wide assortment of locally sourced fresh produce, dairy products, meats, breads and a variety of other products. All of these products are selected to be nourishing, sustainable and delicious.

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Walking through an age of innovation Hagley showcases landmark collection of patent models By John Chambless Staff Writer

All photos by John Chambless unless otherwise noted.

n 1790, when the nation was young and ever-expanding, the Patent Act set up some rules for inventors. In an age of exploration and burgeoning technology, anyone who had a design for something new – or an improvement to an already existing item – could submit a written description, a drawing and a scale model to the U.S. Patent Office. Inventions were given such prominence that until 1836, every patent issued was personally signed by the President of the United States. Hagley Museum and Library in Wilmington has unveiled a huge addition to their permanent collection – the Rothschild Patent Model Collection of 4,101 models. At a February press conference announcing the gift to the museum, Hagley executive director David A. Cole, Jr. admitted that the staff is somewhat overwhelmed by the sheer scale. “It’s been an interesting year,” he said, smiling, as he discussed the decade-long association between Ann and Alan Rothschild and Hagley Museum that led to placing the collection in Delaware. Unpacking, cataloguing and conserving the patent models “will take well over a year,” Cole said. “There are 962 boxes of them to go through.” The models join 849 patent models that Hagley already held, along with the early innovations and patents from the DuPont family. On display in the Copeland Room of the Hagley Library are 100 of the models, placed behind glass doors. The display will change over time, with newly-catalogued models circulated through the cases. But that’s just the beginning. “These models will be used to inspire the innovator in everyone,” Cole said. As a repository for science and innovation, Hagley now has the world’s largest private collection of American patent models. Taken as a whole, the collection is a huge slice of American innovation. The models range from the mundane – napkin holders, boots, fruit baskets, folding chairs and fruit jar covers – to the exotic and ludicrously impractical, like “Improvement in Boats for Duck Shooting,” which was a platform with a decoy swan at each corner, and a pair of pants in the middle that a hunter would step into and float out into a pond. There are also medically dubious “Electro-Galvanic Chairs” from 1878 that gave electric current treatments, and dazzling machines that are as complex as anything produced during the machine age – such as a “Portable Engine” from 1879, a “Velocipede” bike from the same year, and a “Machine for Making Paper Collars” with all of its hundreds of moving metal parts. Everything from a new way to cut boot laces to improving locomotives was brought up by inventors, most of whom never saw their inventions produced. But the ingenuity of the designs – and the way they speak of an era of steam power and manual labor – make them fascinating. The model of a hand-cranked pulley system for “moving invalids from bed” resembles the systems being used in hospitals today. The “Artificial Sliding Hill” from 1869 was a tower and slide that was to be packed with ice. An elevator would take people to the top of the tower so they could slide down again and again.

‘Inventing a Better Mousetrap,’ a book by Alan and Ann Rothschild, accompanies the new Hagley collection.

‘Improvement in Boats for Duck Shooting’ from 1857.

‘Improvement in Cordage Machinery’ from 1852.

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Alan Rothschild donated his collection of U.S. Patent models to Hagley and spoke about his passion for collecting them.

Courtesy photo An 1870 washing machine patent model.

“Most of these inventors did not make it big,” Cole said in his opening remarks. “But the important thing is the spirit behind them. These models are beautifully crafted, and are both working models of inventions and works of art in themselves.” There was a nationwide industry of model makers who would produce patent models for inventors who lacked the skill or materials to make the models themselves. The approved patent models were displayed in Washington, D.C., and visitors would flock to see them, eager to find out the latest innovations. By 1880, the Patent Office was running out of room to store all the models, and ended the model requirement. Many inventors still submitted models, however. By 1893, the models were taken out of public view. Fires in 1836 and 1877 destroyed thousands of them. Others were returned to the descendants of the inventors, and most went up for auction, scattered to collections. The Smithsonian took 3,500 of them for its collection. The models remained curiosities and collector’s items, but largely faded from the public eye. But enthusiastic collectors such as Alan Rothschild were fascinated by them. Speaking at the press conference, he admitted that he could talk for hours about patent models, but summed up his donation to Hagley by saying that he first saw one of the models in 1994 “and fell in love with them that day. I’m honored and pleased that Hagley is the new home for this collection. It has been Hagley’s mission to keep history alive and foster innovation, and I hope that these models are used as an incentive to spark new innovations.” Also speaking at the press conference was Elizabeth Dougherty of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, who gave a bit of context. “Over the past 225 years, our office has issued 9 million U.S. Patents,” she said. “Each one represents a mere thought being turned into threedimensional reality.” A match-making machine (1878). The Rothschilds have just

‘Improvements in Sofa-Bedsteads’ (1874).

published a book, “Inventing a Better Mousetrap,” that will be sold at Hagley. It illustrates the whole collection and gives background on the purpose of the inventions and the people who came up with them. There are also do-it-yourself projects that aspiring inventors can tackle, step by step. After seeing just a small sampling of the collection, it’s possible to share the boundless optimism of these early inventors. In the lobby of the Hagley Library are patent documents signed by George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, as well as the very silly 1875 prototype of a Pigeon Starter, a crude wooden cat shape that sprang up when a mechanism was tripped, scaring pigeons into flight so hunters could shoot them. The device was never put into use, because shooters soon turned to clay pigeons as an easier and more humane solution. But it’s intriguing to think just how much work someone put into this invention, and every one of the other models included in the collection. After seeing them, you may just want to go home and do some inventing of your own. Selected models will be on display in the Copeland Room of the Hagley Library on a permanent basis. The library is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays, and the second Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 302-658-2400 or visit www.hagley.org. To contact Staff Writer John Chambless, email jchambless@chestercounty.com.

‘Improvement in Electro-Magnetic Motors’ (1874).

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Alexi Natchev one of many artists showcased at the Hardcastle Galleries Alexi Natchev was born and educated in Sofia, Bulgaria. He graduated from the National Academy of Fine Arts in Sofia, where he was later a professor in the Drawing Department. He works in the field of children’s book illustration, printmaking, and drawing. His work has been shown in many international exhibits and biennials and he has received a number of national and international awards. Since moving to the U.S. in 1990, he published more than fifteen children’s books with major American publishers, including Doubleday, Penguin Putnam, Random House, and Simon and Schuster. In 2001, he was awarded the prestigious Artist Fellowship from the State of Delaware for the body of his work as a children’s book illustrator. His work is in the possession of the National Art Gallery in Sofia and the Rare Book Collection at Princeton Library. “The Tale of Urso Brunov,” published by Philomel Books, is his latest book, where he collaborated with the acclaimed writer Brian Jacques, who is world renowned for The Red Wall series. The artist has been also teaching in various colleges and art schools such as Savannah College of Art and Design, University of the Arts in Philadelphia, and Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore. Currently, he is the Illustration Area Coordinator at Delaware College of Art and Design in Wilmington, Delaware. Alexi Natchev lives in Newark, Del.

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Lenape Builders, Inc: 37 years of building quality homes The Lenape (pronounced Len-a-pE) organization formed in 1978 and was named for a region of Chester County, Pa. in which the original partners were looking to invest and develop. The region was named for the Lenni Lenape Indian Tribe who were among the earliest residents of the MidAtlantic region along the Delaware River in New York, New Jersey and Delaware. Though the project never evolved the name remained and the company went on to become what it is today, Lenape Builders Incorporated. Having built thousands of homes over the past 35 years, Lenape Builders Inc. has built a diverse portfolio of quality new homes

throughout Delaware, southeastern Pennsylvania, and Maryland’s Eastern Shore. From luxurious custom home communities such as Belle Terre in Hockessin, Delaware, to planned communities such as Middletown Village in Middletown, Delaware, and numerous individualized custom home projects throughout the region, we at Lenape Builders pride ourselves on our ability to meet the needs of any customer. In addition to the quality homes we offer in our planned communities Lenape Builders continues to offer our services to clients interested in Construction Management, Custom Home Design & Building, Home

Additions and Renovations, and Light Commercial Construction. Still owned and managed by one of its founding partners Lenape Builders, Inc. continues in our commitment to our past customers that have made us who we are today, our present customers that have partnered to allow our success to continue and our future customers that will guide us into the future. Just a few of the many Lenape built homes can be found in the communities of: Belle Terre - Hockessin, DE Brookwood Crossing - Earleville, MD Woodcrest - Chester County, PA Blackrock Hills - Del. County, PA Travelers Rest - Talbot County, MD Anglesey - Hockessin, DE

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Dewey Beach Enterprises announces new sales and marketing partnership with Maggio Shields Real Estate A new director of owner services is also appointed Dewey Beach Enterprises (DBE), developer and owner of the Lighthouse Cove Resort, recently announced a sales and marketing partnership with Maggio Shields Real Estate Brokerage (Rehoboth Beach) for the luxury resort condominiums known as The Residences at Lighthouse Cove in Dewey Beach. Maggio Shields will serve as the exclusive listing agent for all available current and to-be-built condominiums in the project’s next phase. As an award-winning real estate firm serving Coastal Delaware, Maggio Shields Real Estate brings an extensive knowledge of beach properties in Southern Delaware. “We are thrilled to be working with Maggio Shields on the next phase of our project,” stated E. Thomas Harvey, III, the president of DBE. “Their knowledge and expertise of beach real estate will help expand our marketing impact across the entire region, while maintaining a strong presence throughout the Delaware resort communities.” “This is a landmark project for Dewey Beach and coastal Delaware, and our team is proud to be affiliated with this project and the Lighthouse Cove Development team,” said Joe Maggio, broker and owner of Maggio Shields Real Estate Brokerage. To learn more about Maggio Shields, visit www. maggioshields.com or call 302-226-3770. Additionally, DBE announced the recent appointment of Cheryl DiFonzo (Realtor – Harvey, Hanna & Associates Real Estate,

302-323-9300) as the new director of owner services for The Residences at Lighthouse Cove. Cheryl will be responsible for leading the on-site sales and marketing efforts for the Residences, while working in tandem with Maggio Shields Real Estate. Cheryl will also be responsible for the overall owners’ satisfaction and resort experience at Lighthouse Cove. She brings two decades of residential sales and hospitality experience to this pivotal position. She has been a member of the Residences sales team since May of 2015, and was previously a realtor with Long & Foster Real Estate. “The guest experience is paramount to the overall success of this project and having Cheryl serve in this role will help enhance the customer service experience significantly for our owners and guests,” said E. Thomas Harvey, III. To date, 20 units have already sold as the sales team prepares to market the next phase of new construction condominiums, which will include an additional 27 one-, two-andthree bedroom units, expanded parking, and a rooftop pool and plaza. Reservations are currently being accepted with pre- construction incentives available immediately. Interested buyers are highly encouraged to act now, and to arrange an appointment for touring due to the existing high demand on this limited collection of inventory. For more information on what’s currently available, future phase opportunities,

pricing, floor plans and incentives, please visit www.TheResidencesDE.com or call 302-212-0002. Frequent updates, photography, videos and blogs are shared daily on the Residences Facebook Page @ TheResidencesAtLighthousecovedeweybeach. About The Residences at Lighthouse Cove Situated on the Rehoboth Bay and a block from the Atlantic Ocean, The Residences at Lighthouse Cove feature new construction 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom homes starting at $459,900. Owners and guests are able to enjoy, open space floor plans, beautifully appointed finishes, private balconies and terraces, unparalleled resort-style amenities, including expanded bay-front beach access, on-site dining, fitness center, indoor saltwater pool, garage parking, access to bayside watersports and more. This new community to Coastal Delaware features luxury turnkey living for the kid in you, in the heart of Dewey Beach. About Lighthouse Cove The multi-phased Lighthouse Cove project features the Hyatt Place Dewey Beach Hotel, luxury residential condominiums, future bayside condominiums, a 21st Century conference center with banquet capability and meeting space; two award-winning restaurants (Que Pasa Mexican Restaurant and The Lighthouse Restaurant), commercial retail space, and both interior and exterior parking to accommodate year-round amenities. To follow project development and news, visit www. LighthouseCoveDeweyBeach.com.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Community Day September 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newark’s Community Day is the area’s premiere fall festival, and offers fun for the entire family. The University of Delaware Green provides the perfect outdoor venue for local musicians, fine arts and local crafters. Main Street is open for business if you need to beat the heat. Stay and have a nice, relaxed lunch or dinner and stop in some of our hidden treasures for some great shopping.

13th Annual Taste of Newark Sept. 25 from 12:00 p.m. to 3 p.m. Taste of Newark is the ultimate foodie event in Newark. Guests enjoy the culinary delights of more than 45 Newark restaurants accompanied by the finest area wine distributors. The variety and selection of great food and drink continues to be unsurpassed. Special guest Chef David Puser, Executive Chef and Program Manager for the English Division of Hospitality Management Program at the Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality, will be a part of the day’s festivities. The spirit of competition generated among the excellent restaurants always pushes the chefs’ cuisine creations to new highs. Fueling the competition will be an Iron Chef-style Battle of the Chefs. Five chefs from Newark restaurants will battle it out, with one hour to concoct delectable masterpieces from a secret list of ingredients. In addition, demonstrations will be given by a celebrity guest chef or two. This year’s Taste of Newark takes place on the picturesque Old College Lawn on the University of Delaware's main campus. The popular event will host more than 1,000 attendees under its white tents. Each person will receive a commemorative wine glass. For more information, call 302-368-2561 x 112 or visit www.enjoydowntownnewark.com.

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Main Street Mile October 1, 8 a.m. Runners from all over the Delaware Valley will meet in downtown Newark for the most unique race of the running season: A one-mile race down East Main Street. The event benefits the Newark Police Department K9 unit, as well as the Downtown Newark Partnership, dedicated to the economic enhancement of downtown Newark. The race starts at 8 a.m. The awards ceremony (with refreshments) immediately follows the race at the Deer Park Tavern—complete with a K9 demonstration. For more information or to register, please visit www.mainstmile.com or www. fusionfitnesscenter.com.

Halloween Parade Oct. 30, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Plan now to be a part of Newark’s annual Halloween Parade, which will be complete with marching bands, floats, antique automobiles, costumed characters and much more. The parade will begin at Tyre Ave and Main St and march west on Main St to College Ave. Local clubs, civic groups, school bands, PTA’s and scout troops are encouraged to participate. Please call 302-366-7060, fill out the application or stop by the Recreation Office to register your group. Applications are also available online at www.cityofnewarkde.us/parksrecreation. For additional information, please call the Newark Parks and Recreation Department at 302-3667060. For cancellation information, please call 302-366-7147.

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