July 2002 Table of Contents

in this issue

The Best of Delaware

Delaware Today readers and critics chose
the state’s finest in more than 200 categories, including restaurants, retail, events and
services.

More Bang for your Buck

The typically starchy Hagley Museum gets an
energy boost from two new interactive exhibits
and a new director.  by Shaun Gallagher

Risking it All

Problem gambling is on the rise, but several Delaware programs —    paid partly by casinos
— offer help.  by Pam George

Becoming a Doctor

Christiana Care residents endure grueling
schedules, but they emerge with the skills to
make life-and-death decisions. 
by Richard Gaw 

A Texas-sized Family Affair

This annual barbecue has become a
neighborhood bash, complete with authentic
Texan cuisine (recipes included). 
by Sally Rinard  

delaware beach

Cool Stuff                              

Hip accessories you can sport on and off the
beach. compiled by Sheri Rehwoldt

Hospitality Sweet     

Heritage Inn owner Bryan Derrickson does
it all. by Patricia Lake

Marks of Distinction                     

Body-art studios will soon work under stricter regulations, and local tattoo artists couldn’t be happier. by Sheri Rehwoldt

The Comforts of Home                           

Two Lewes bed-and-breakfast owners give
tips on how to make any beach house suitable
for guests. by Eileen Smith Dallabrida  

Beach Buzz                           

Take a tour of impressive beach homes,
visit a crafts fair, indulge in a massage, or try
some other events this month. by Jill Liebowitz 

New Heights                                                       

The ocean view from Salero, on the eighth floor of the Henlopen Hotel, is just one of its pleasant surprises. by Pam George

in every issue

Departments

Inside Story 

Celebs are hard to pin down — we’re just glad we have some. by Marsha Mah

Contributors

Your Turn

What’s Up

Greenville writings, alien sightings, an underwater escape, a Delaware grape and more. edited by Shannon Canton

Hot Tickets

Independence Day celebrations, crabby art and other July events. by Jill Liebowitz

Party Hopping

Common Wealth Awards, Heart Ball, DT’s anniversary — plus Gabby. edited by Patricia Lake

Living Arts

Textiles and fibers entrance this award-winning, high-achieving 17-year-old.
by Patricia Lake