Due to the recent coronavirus outbreak, it would be best to make contact with the phone numbers, or visit the websites provided, for up-to-date details for the following events listed in these sections.
Through October
The 2021 Big Draw Festival DE, presented by the Mispillion Art League, Milford. The theme is “Make the Change,” showcasing art as a path to sustainability. Presentations and classes at the art league.Also a costume parade, “Under the Sea,” Oct. 30, 9 a.m., in downtown Milford, and an “Under the Sea” world at the art league, with sea creatures and structures made by children from cardboard and other recycled material and taken to the art league throughout the month. Info: 430-7646, mispillionarts.org or the Facebook page The Big Draw Delaware
Four exhibitions at the Rehoboth Art League, Henlopen Acres: “Abstract Landscape,” a juried members’ showcase; “Geometric Abstractions,” featuring paintings by Jack Knight; “Interpretations of Nature,” with works by Milton artist William Patterson; and “Beyond Words,” a retrospective of the work of artist Michael Krausz, who has been painting for 30 years. Info: rehobothartleague.org or 227-8408
“Own the Night,” a show at Gallery One, 32 Atlantic Ave., Ocean View. Featuring the member artists’ interpretations of favorite night scenes. The gallery offers framed and unframed paintings, limited-edition prints, notecards, pottery, textiles, stained and blown glass, wood, jewelry and mosaics. Open seven days a week, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and always staffed by an artist. Info: 537-5055, the gallery’s Facebook page or galleryonede.com
Through October 17
“Anything Goes,” an exhibition at the Milton Arts Guild. Info: miltonartsguild.org or 684-1500
Through November 6
The 18th annual judged show of members’ work at the Mispillion Art League, Milford. Info: 430-7646 or mispillionarts.org/exhibits/
Through November 21
“The Quiet Hour,” a juried members’ showcase exhibition sponsored by the Rehoboth Art League, Henlopen Acres, and on display in the Rehoboth Beach Municipal Building. Featuring scenes of the Delmarva coast. Info: rehobothartleague.org or 227-8408
Mondays
Creative Market, an open-air market in West Rehoboth featuring work by local artists and handcrafted items, food and drink as well as entertainment. 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sponsored by the Developing Artist Collaboration. Info: developingarts.org or the collaboration’s Facebook page
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Zoomdoodle, virtual doodling and art instruction. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., sponsored by the Milton Arts Guild. $15 per month. Info: miltonartsguild.org or 684-1500
Fridays
Open studio at the Milton Arts Guild, with instructor Lynda Rae Gannon. Members can visit the gallery or participate through Zoom. 10 a.m. to noon. $10 per month. Info: miltonartsguild.org or 684-1500
October 2
Open house and sidewalk sale at the Cape Artists of Lewes Gallery, Lewes. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 644-7733 or capeartists.org
October 8
Family Fun Night at the Greater Millsboro Art League, Millsboro. For children 5 and older and their families. 6 to 8 p.m. $20 per family. Info and reservations: millsboroartleague.org
October 11 to 14
“Design for Success,” virtual workshop (via Zoom) led by artist Alexis Levine. Sponsored by the Delaware Watercolor Society. 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. each day. $265. Info: delawarewatercolorsociety.org
October 18
Making fused glass jewelry, at the Greater Millsboro Art League. Taught by artist Ptery Iris. 10 a.m. to noon. For information about this and other art league classes: millsboroartleague.org
October 18 and November 8
“Plein Air — Painting Outdoors,” with instructor Anne Buck. Sponsored by the Milton Arts Guild. Participants will meet in the guild’s parking lot then go with Anne to the painting location. 9 a.m. to noon. Free, but registration required. Info: miltonartsguild.org or 684-1500
October 24
Grand opening of the Milton Arts Guild new gallery at 107 Federal St. Info: 684-1500 or miltonartsguild.org
November 1 through 30
“Celebrating the Still Life,” the theme of the month at Gallery One, 32 Atlantic Ave., Ocean View. The gallery offers framed and unframed paintings, limited-edition prints, notecards, textiles, pottery, stained and blown glass, wood, jewelry and mosaics. Open seven days a week, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and always staffed by an artist. Info: 537-5055, the gallery’s Facebook page or galleryonede.com
November 6 and 7
Annual Holiday Fair Fine Craft Show at the Rehoboth Art League, Henlopen Acres. Artisans will display and sell their work. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. $5 for the whole weekend, free for children younger than 12. The Paynter’s Pub will have Dogfish Head beer available. Info: 227-8408 or rehobothartleague.org
November 12
First day of two exhibitions at the Rehoboth Art League: “The Lonely Girls,” with sculptures that explore dementia from a female point of view, by Philadelphia-area artist Constance McBride; and “Seascapes — Under the Surface: Information,” featuring works by David Heatwole, Cleveland, and David Curtis, Falls Church, Va. At the Rehoboth Art League, Henlopen Acres. The works will remain on display through Dec. 12. Info: rehobothartleague.org or 227-8408
Opening day of “The Perfect Gift,” an exhibit of members’ works at the Mispillion Art League, Milford. The works will remain on display through Dec. 31. Info: Info: 430-7646 or mispillionarts.org