October 31st, 2009
Delray Beach, Florida is called a Village by the Sea…and this little Village…has been busy on Halloween Day…
It really has been a gorgeous day in South Florida. It is still a little hotter than what they are used to this time of the year, but that does not prevent anyone from enjoying the outdoor activities that this town is known for.
An early walk and the first thing I saw was a house decorated for Halloween and the tombstone struck me so funny that I had to take its picture.
I could hear prayers near A1A which is the road along the beach. Well, the South Florida Lupus organization was about to start their walk. If you don’t know what Lupus is, let me tell you that it is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disorder. These walks, whether is for breast cancer, heart disease and in this case Lupus, are to raise funds for awareness, help and research. I participated in a breast cancer walk early this summer and it was a very rewarding experience.
There is nothing like the feeling of looking at the ocean early in the morning. It was so sunny today and the sky was so blue; the ocean water was sparkling; like stars floating on it. I looked at the palm trees and the sea grapes and it was just serene. Then I kept on walking to the intra-coastal to absorb another peaceful scenery.
The main street in Delray is Atlantic Ave. and that was by next direction. I noticed so many people dressed up in costumes during the day; parents and children. I did not realize that Atlantic Ave. was going to partially close for the Halloween Parade. This town loves its parades and festivals more than any other town I have ever been to. The Halloween celebration will continue late into the night when Atlantic Av. will be filled with adult trick or treaters.
At the Old School Square Gym, on the corner of Atlantic and Swinton, the Delray Beach Orchid Society is having an exhibit. It is until November 1st, so if you did not know this and are in the area, and an orchid aficionado, it might be fun to check it out.
Another exhibit going on until November 8th at the Cornell Museum of Art and American Culture, in the Old School Square, is the celebration of Barbie’s 50th birthday. I used to be a big fan and still have some of the dolls, including Midge. Do you remember her? I don’t know what happened to the Kens, though. I remember Barbie’s convertible; a light peach color. I might have to visit the Museum for all time sake.
Along with the Barbie exhibit, and until November 8th, on display at the Museum is Les Petite Maisons which is a collection of 40 hand-crafted miniature houses.
I had a good time walking around and taking in the sights. Hope you had a good Saturday….and from Delray Beach, I am writing….see you soon….
Tags: Activities, Delray Beach, Events, Florida, Things to do at the beach, What to do at the beaches
