Wednesday May 7, 2025 from 4pm to 9pm at Dogfish Brewings and Eats, 320 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth, DE. Come out and eat and drink for a cause! Dogfish Head Brewings and Eats is hosting a Benevolence Night to benefit the Overfalls Foundation at its restaurant in Rehoboth. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will be […]
Join us on Saturday May 17th between 11 am and 3 pm for a celebration of Lewes’ maritime history! Free and open to the public, there will be an opening ceremony at 11 am to recognize National Maritime Day, acknowledge our Overfalls members who have recently passed over the bar, to induct the 2025 Delaware […]
Dogfish Head to Hold a Benevolence Night Benefiting the Overfalls Foundation. Wednesday May 21, 2025 from 4pm to 9pm at Dogfish Brewings and Eats, 320 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth, DE. Come out and eat and drink for a cause! Dogfish Head Brewings and Eats is hosting a Benevolence Night to benefit the Overfalls Foundation at its […]
Ahoy! Lightship Overfalls Partners with Historic Lewes for First Friday Community Night Join us on Friday, August 1, at Historic Lewes for an evening of maritime adventure and community fun. The celebrated Lightship Overfalls is teaming up with Historic Lewes to bring interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and period entertainment for all ages. Featured Activities […]
Our 2025 Annual Fundraiser Gala will support our continued efforts to preserve the Lightship Overfalls, a National Historic Landmark and Delaware’s only maritime museum! Our 2025 fundraising theme, “Float The Boat”, will directly benefit the ship’s voyage over the winter of 2026 for scheduled maintenance as well as the numerous educational and fun activities we offer throughout the year. […]
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Come out and eat and/or drink for a cause! On Wednesday, May 6, from 4-9 p.m., Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is hosting a Benevolence Night to benefit the Overfalls Foundation. This non-profit organization is dedicated to preserving and honoring the United States lightship service and maritime history within our community here in coastal Delaware. […]
Join us on Saturday May 16th between 11 am and 3 pm for a celebration of Lewes’ maritime history! Free and open to the public, there will be an opening ceremony at 11 am to recognize National Maritime Day, acknowledge our Overfalls members who have recently passed over the bar, to announce our 2026 education […]
This Happy Hour has been canceled due to weather Join Us for our Monthly Canalside Happy Hour Start an entertaining evening with music, community, and waterfront vibes as the Overfalls Foundation proudly presents its monthly installment of our Canalside Happy Hour. Enjoy a special performance by Cathy Gorman, Sussex County’s Sweetheart of Song. Sip wine, […]
On June 4th, 1938, Lightship 118 was christened in East Boothbay, Maine and was then named Cornfield in recognition of the lightship station at Cornfield Point where she would first be assigned. Sometimes referred to as the ship’s birthday, a ship’s christening is when it is launched and first touches the water. Members and […]
🎶 Join Us for our Monthly Canalside Happy Hour Start an entertaining evening with music, community, and waterfront vibes as the Overfalls Foundation proudly presents its monthly installment of our Canalside Happy Hour. 🎤 Enjoy a special performance by our own John Bolster. 🍷 Sip wine, and craft beverages generously provided by Dogfish Head Brewery […]
🎶 Join Us for our Monthly Canalside Happy Hour Start an entertaining evening with music, community, and waterfront vibes as the Overfalls Foundation proudly presents its monthly installment of our Canalside Happy Hour. 🎤 Enjoy music by Matt Robinson. 🍷 Sip wine, and craft beverages generously provided by Dogfish Head Brewery and Teller Wines & […]
🎶 Join Us for the Final Canalside Happy Hour of the Season! Where: Lightship Overfalls, CanalFront Park When: Thursday, September 17th, 5–7 PM Tonight’s event is in the park by the Lightship. Celebrate the end of the season with music, community, and waterfront vibes as the Overfalls Foundation proudly presents the final […]
Our honored guest, Mayor Amy Marasco, will share her vision for Lewes along with updates on the various plans for the City. Mayor Marasco has been a Lewes homeowner for more than 20 years. She has previously served on the Town Council and as Vice Mayor of Hillsboro Virginia. Amy is also the founder of the 20-year-old environmental stewardship nonprofit The Nature Generation, and she has worked with the Lewes Library to host the National Green Earth Book award program for authors of children and young adult books. Mayor Marasco is a nationally recognized executive consultant and facilitator, guiding clients on effective strategic planning, marketing, communications, and organizational redesigns.