2026 Conquer The Canal Series
2026-05-30 08:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | C&D Canal, 250 Fifth St, Delaware City, Delaware, 19706
BLS is excited to be a “Hydration Station” sponsor for the Conquer the Canal Series.
The series will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at the C&D Canal in Delaware City.
The Conquer the Canal Race Series comprises a Certified Marathon, a Certified 5k, and a Family Fun Run 5k. Each race will guide its runners alongside the beautifully scenic waterways of the C&D canal!
For additional information, please visit: https://www.runthecanal.com/

AICPA Engage 2026 Conference: Estate Planning for the 99%
2026-06-10 13:00 - 14:30 | ARIA Resort & Casino
Karly Laughlin, CPA, AEP will be co-presenting with Jordon Rosen at the AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE26 Conference!
AICPA & CIMA Engage 2026: Estate Planning for the 99%

June 10, 2026

10:05 AM — 11:20 AM PDT
1:05 PM — 2:20 PM EDT

This session will cover the importance for those with estates under $15 million to have an estate plan. It will also cover key post-mortem tax elections available to small estate owners, including the portability election, along with pertinent federal and state elections and planning when preparing the decedent’s final income tax return and the first return for the estate or trust. Finally, this session will cover the options when the decedent was a partner or shareholder of an S corporation at the time of death.
Learning Objectives:

Identify why an estate plan is important, including for estates under $15 million.
Analyze post-mortem elections, including the mechanics of the portability election available for smaller estates.
Analyze the various federal and state elections and planning opportunities when preparing the decedent’s final income tax return and the first tax return for the estate or trust.
Compare the options and elections to be considered when a decedent was a partner or shareholder in an S corporation.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: International
2026-06-15
Deadline for 2025, individual tax returns for US taxpayers residing abroad and partnerships which keep their books and records outside the United States (automatic 2-month extension from April 15). An automatic extension to December 15, 2026, using Form 4868 is available as long as individuals did not receive US wages. This is NOT an extension to pay.
For additional information on these deadlines or our international services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Individuals and Corporations
2026-06-15
INDIVIDUALS: Make a payment of your 2026 estimated tax if you’re not paying your income tax for the year through withholding (or won’t pay in enough tax that way). Use Form 1040-ES. This is the second installment date for estimated tax in 2025. For more information, see Pub. 505.
CORPORATIONS: For calendar year corporations, deposit the second installment of estimated income tax for 2026. A worksheet, Form 1120-W, is available to help you estimate your tax for the year.
For additional information on these deadlines or our tax services, please click here to contact us.

Temple Beth El Golf Tournament
2026-06-15 09:30 - 17:00 | Newark Country Club, 300 W. Main Street, Newark, DE, 19715, United States
BLS CPAs is honored to be a Specialty Sponsor for the 2026 Temple Beth El Golf Tournament!
The Thirteenth annual Temple Beth El’s golf tournament will be held on Monday, June 15, 2026 at the Newark Country Club, 300 W. Main Street, Newark, DE 19711. Lunch, beverages throughout the course and a wonderful buffet dinner will be served. This should be another fun event and a great course to play. Please consider supporting the Temple by coming out to play. It’s a scramble, so all skill levels are welcome, and clubs can be rented.
To learn more about Temple Beth El, please visit www.tbede.org/

Siegel JCC Delaware Annual Sports Classic (BLS is a Birdie Sponsor)
2026-06-22 | Wilmington Country Club, 4825 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE, 19807, United States
BLS CPAs is proud to be a Birdie Sponsor again this year for the 34th Annual Siegel JCC Delaware Sports Classic.
SIEGEL JCC ANNUAL SPORTS CLASSIC benefits community youth and senior programs.
Date:
June 22, 2026

Location:
Wilmington Country Club

4825 Kennett Pike
Wilmington, DE 19807

Additional details can be found on the Siegel JCC Delaware webpage.

ASPPA Webcast: Form 5500 Preparation
2026-06-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Maria T. Hurd, CPA, RPA will be presenting an ASPPA Webcast: Form 5500 Preparation
June 22, 2026
2:00 PM – 2:50 PM EST
Maria T. Hurd provides an overview of 2026 Form 5500 updates, common filing mistakes, and best practices for accurately preparing defined contribution plan filings and avoiding compliance issues.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Employee Benefit Plans
2026-06-30
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS:
Corrective distribution for failed ADP/ACP without 10% excise tax (EACA only)
For additional information on these deadlines or our employee benefit plan audit services, please click here to contact us.

Beyond the Basics: 2026 Form 5500 Insights
2026-07-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Virutal
Summit Group Retirement Planners, Inc. has invited Maria T. Hurd, CPA, RPA to present Beyond the Basics: 2026 Form 5500 Insights
Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Time: 1:00pm ET
Topic: Beyond the Basics: 2026 Form 5500 Insights
LEARN MORE HERE

Delaware Contractors Association Crab Feast T-Shirt Sponsor
2026-08-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Frightland, 309 Port Penn Road, Middletown, Delaware, 19709
BLS is a T-Shirt Sponsor for Delaware Contractors Association’s 2026 Crab Feast.
Join us for our 53rd year!
Gates open @ 4 PM – Tickets required for entrance.
Ticket purchases must be completed through DCA office.
Learn more here: Delaware Contractors Association Crab Feast.

Christ Church Christiana Hundred Golf Classic
2026-08-31 11:30 - 19:30 | Hartefeld National, PA, 19311, United States
BLS is a Tee Sponsor for the 2026 Christ Church Christiana Hundred Golf Classic!
August 31, 2026
Hartefeld National
11:30-1:00 – Registration & Lunch
1:00 – Shotgun Start
5:30-7:30 – Cocktail Party
Additional information can be found on Christ Church’s Golf Classic page on their website.

West Chester University - 2026 Meet the Firms
2026-09-03 17:00 - 19:00 | SECC Ballroom
Join us for West Chester University’s 2026 “Meet the Firms” event. Connect with us to learn about our 2027 Summer Internship Program and 2027 Summer Externship.
Thursday, September 3
5:00pm-7:00pm
Additional details can be found at WCU’s Career Services Center website.

University of Delaware – 2026 Meet the Firms
2026-09-03 17:00 - 19:30 | UD Trabant Center, 17 W. Main St, Newark, DE, 19711, United States
Please join BLS at the University of Delaware for their 2026 “Meet the Firms” event. Connect with us to learn about our 2027 Summer Internship Program and 2027 Summer Externship. Meet the Firms is a dynamic career fair designed for employers to interact with undergraduate and graduate students from all majors and degrees pursuing full-time positions and internships in financial services, analytics, accounting and information systems.
September 3, 2026
5-7:30pm
Trabant
Learn about our College/Early Talent Programs

Rowan University | Meet the Future Accountants 2026
2026-09-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Rowan University, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ, 08028, United States
BLS CPAs will be exhibiting at Rowan University’s Meet the Future Accountants Event.
Stop by to learn about a career in accounting and opportunities in our Wilmington Delaware headquarters.
Learn more about our college/early talent programs.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Individuals, Corporations, S-Corps, Large Partnerships, Partnerships and International
2026-09-15
INDIVIDUALS: Make a payment of your 2026 estimated tax if you are not paying your income tax for the year through withholding (or won’t pay in enough tax that way). Use Form 1040-ES. This is the third installment date for estimated tax in 2026. For more information, see Pub. 505.
CORPORATIONS: For calendar year corporations, deposit the third installment of estimated income tax for 2026. A worksheet, Form 1120-W, is available to help you estimate your tax for the year.
S-CORPORATIONS: File a 2025 calendar year income tax return (Form 1120-S) and pay any tax, interest, and penalties due. This due date applies only if you timely requested an automatic 6-month extension of time to file the return. Provide each shareholder with a copy of their final or amended Schedule K-1 (Form 1120–S) or substitute Schedule K-1 (Form 1120–S).
PARTNERSHIPS & LARGE PARTNERSHIPS: File a 2025 calendar year return (Form 1065). This due date applies only if you timely requested an automatic 6-month extension. Otherwise, see March 15. Provide each partner with a copy of their final or amended Schedule K-1 (Form 1065) or substitute Schedule K-1 (Form 1065).
INTERNATIONAL: Final extended deadline to file Form 8804 if a 6-month extension was filed in March.
Final extended deadline for Form 1042 if a 6-month extension was filed in March.
Final extended deadline for Form 3520-A if a 6-month extension was filed in March.
For additional information on these deadlines or our international services and tax services, please click here to contact us.

Delaware Museum of Nature & Science: Wine & Dinosaurs Sponsor
2026-09-27 12:30 - 16:00 | Delaware Museum of Nature & Science, 4840 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, Delaware, 19807
BLS is a Cooper Sponsor for the Delaware Museum of Nature & Science’s 2026 Wine & Dinosaurs Event.
Your favorite wine, beer and food tasting festival returns! Enjoy delectable food from our preferred caterers, wines and spirits from Kreston Wine & Spirits, craft beer from a dozen local breweries, a silent auction, live music, and more! 21+ only.
Learn more here: Delaware Museum of Nature & Science: Wine & Dinosaurs Event

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Benefit Plans (12/31 year end)
2026-09-30
BENEFIT PLAN DEADLINE (12/31 year end):
Summary Annual Report (SAR). Later of nine months after close of plan year or two months after due date of Form 5500. The extended due date is December 15.
For additional information on these deadlines or our employee benefit plan audit services, please click here to contact us.

IMPORTANT DEADLINE: Trusts
2026-09-30
Must file a completed 2026 tax return if a 5-1/2-month extension was filed in April.
For additional information on these deadlines or our estate and trust services and tax services, please click here to contact us.

Delaware City Day 2026
2026-10-03 11:00 - 21:00 | Battery Park – Delaware City, Clinton Street, Delaware City, Delaware
BLS CPAs is a Bronze Sponsor of Delaware City Day 2026!
Since 1980, Delaware City Day has been a day of celebration and family-friendly fun, honoring our riverfront town’s historic architecture and our “small town America” culture. This will ultimately foster the continued preservation of Delaware City’s place in history, now and in the future.
This year, Delaware City will be honoring its 200th year with special Bicentennial celebrations throughout 2026, including on Delaware City Day.
The Delaware City Day festivities are held in Historic Delaware City along the waterfront in Battery Park at the foot of Clinton Street overlooking Fort Delaware and the Delaware River on the first Saturday of October.
Click on Events to see the schedule of activities, including the best fireworks in Delaware at dusk!

University of Delaware Trust Minor Classic
2026-10-05 10:30 - 19:00 | Hartefeld National, PA, 19311, United States
BLS CPAs is a Hole Sponsor for the University of Delaware Trust Minor Golf Classic which benefits the future of Trust Management.
OVERVIEW OF EVENTS

Registration and Brunch from 10:30 – 11:45 AM
Putting competition on practice green 10:30 AM – 4:45 PM
Shotgun start at 12:00 PM
Dinner & Awards 5:00 – 7:00 PM

University of Delaware Trust Management Classic Info Webpage

Goldey-Beacom College 2026 Fall Career Fair & Networking Event
2026-10-06 10:00 - 13:00 | 4701 limestone road Wilmington DE 19808, 4701 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE, 19808, United States
Are you an accounting major at GBC looking to start your career with a Top Workplace? Are you looking for a 2027 Summer Internship or 2027 Summer Externship? Join us for Goldey-Beacom College’s 2026 Fall Career Fair and connect with us to learn more about BLS, our Summer Internship Program, Externship program, and Staff Accountant positions.
Additional Details can be found at GBC’s Career Center.
Additional Details regarding BLS CPAs Early Talent Programs.

Exceptional Care for Children Sheldon Shuffle
2026-11-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Glasgow Park, DE 896 & US 40, Bear, Delaware
BLS CPAs is honored to be a Sidekick Sponsor for Exceptional Care for Children’s 2026 Sheldon Shuffle!
Join us for the Sheldon Shuffle Walk/Run 5k- Supporting Exceptional Care for Children!
Event Schedule

8:00-8:45 AM – Bib Pick-Up & Day-Of Registration
9:00 AM – 5K Run/Walk Start
10:15 AM – Awards
The Sheldon Shuffle Walk/Run 5K is more than a race — it’s your chance to step up for children at Exceptional Care for Children, Delaware’s only pediatric skilled nursing facility. The kids face medical challenges that keep them from running alongside you, but your strides make sure they don’t miss out on the best parts of childhood.

Every dollar raised goes beyond medical basics — funding therapy, education, music, art, play, and moments of pure joy that Medicaid doesn’t cover. When you cross the finish line, you’re not just completing a 5K. You’re carrying the kids with you.
Join us for a morning of fitness, fun, and community pride right here in Newark. Together, we’ll show what’s possible when a community moves with heart.
To learn more about ECC’s Sheldon Shuffle, please visit Sheldon Shuffle!

Cancer Support Community Delaware: Cocktails for a Cause Sponsor
2026-11-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Cancer Support Community Delaware, 4810 Lancaster Pike, Wilmington, Delaware, 19807
BLS is a Print Sponsor for Cancer Support Community Delaware’s 2026 Cocktails for a Cause.
Celebrate three decades of support, hope, and community, while we mark Cancer Support Community Delaware’s 30th year as an organization at Cocktails for a Cause on November 12th, 2026. Set against the stunning and historic grounds of our New Castle headquarters, this special evening will bring together supporters, friends, and community members for an unforgettable night of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and music.
Raise a glass in honor of the many lives touched by cancer and the critical programs that Cancer Support Community Delaware provides to those affected. Enjoy delicious cocktails and savory bites while mingling with fellow supporters, sharing stories, and celebrating our shared mission to offer emotional and social support to cancer patients, survivors, and their families.
Learn more here: Cancer Support Community Delaware 2026 Cocktails for a Cause.

Philanthropy Day 2026 - AFP Brandywine Chapter
2026-11-17 08:00 - 16:00 | DuPont Country Club, 1001 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
BLS CPAs is a Bronze Sponsor for Philanthropy Day 2026 – AFP Brandywine Chapter!
November 17, 2026
This signature event will bring together more than 200 nonprofit leaders, fundraisers, and community partners for a full day of learning, networking, and recognition of outstanding philanthropy in our
region.
For additional details, click here
