Bob Marley Festival, Arden Fair, 'Handcrafted' event at Winterthur & more events to see

In the blink of an eye, we're staring down the barrel of Labor Day weekend. So, what are you going to do about it?

Hi there, I'm Andre Lamar , your guide for finding you ways to enjoy this last stretch of summer with cool events in the First State. Welcome to the latest DO Delaware newsletter , where you’ll discover fun entertainment that will be on tap this holiday weekend.

Big Arden Fair turns 116

How many events in Delaware can boast a history longer than the invention of Band-Aid? That's where the 116th annual Arden Fair comes into play. This gem of an event is back with handcrafted items from over 100 vendors. There's an Antiques Market, used books (in the Gild Hall), food, beverages, live music (at Shady Grove), backstage gallery, children's games and more fun.

Arden Gild Hall (2126 The Highway, Arden) at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 31. Free admission. Visit ardenclub.org/arden-fair or call (302) 475-3126.

Bob Marley Festival to jam in Wilmington

Considering the late great Bob Marley lived in Wilmington, it only makes sense that the city hosts one of the premier events in the tristate area that pays homage to the reggae icon.

The 30th annual Peoples Festival: Tribute to Bob Marley will deliver a summer extravaganza with a music lineup, headlined by iconic dancehall queen and DJ Sister Nancy . Other acts include Junior Toots , Reemah , Indigenous hip-hop star Supaman , Josh David Barrett , DJ Prez and local rising stars Lena Aura and Gwapstarr , plus other artists.

In addition to lots of music, the beloved festival offers a variety of vendors, too.

Garrett Riverfront Park (Rosa Parks Drive, Wilmington) from 2 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31. Tickets are $25-$65. Visit peoplesfestival.com .

Little Feat to play Freeman stage

The legendary band Little Feat will help you jump-start Labor Day weekend with a concert downstate where patrons are encouraged to bring their own chairs.

The band cooks up a musical gumbo of a broad range of styles and genres into something unique. Jamming for over 50, Little Feat is best known for their tunes including "Dixie Chicken," "Let it Roll" and "Willin.'"

Freeman Arts Pavilion (31806 Lake View Drive, near Selbyville) at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30. Tickets start at $67.98. Visit freemanarts.org or call (302) 436-3015.

Winterthur spotlights 'Handcrafted' event

Winterthur is determined to make sure you have an eventful Labor Day weekend during its "Handcrafted" event, featuring craftspeople and artisans who keep traditional handcrafts alive.

Quilter Selina Toedter (of Bean and Toad) will complete the community quilt that started with visitors to this summer's Terrific Tuesdays. Guests also will meet crafters from the Harmony Weavers Guild and the Society of American Period Furniture Makers , who will highlight in-progress works, finished pieces, and tools of the trade.

Winterthur (5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur) from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31. General admission is $8-$25. Free admission is for members and infants (under age 2). To register, visit winterthur.org . For more info, call (800) 448-3883.

Allen Stone to groove Dewey Beach

Soul and R&B singer Allen Stone is set to spend another consecutive summer on stage in Dewey Beach, this time while on his "A Bit of Everywhere" tour. The vocalist, who recently dropped his new song "Can't Explain This Love," played Dover's inaugural Firefly Music Festival in 2012. Allen Stone's beach concert will feature opener Cassandra Lewes .

Bottle & Cork (1807 Highway One, Dewey Beach) at 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2. Tickets are $45. Visit bottleandcork.com or call (302) 227-7272.

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