January 1st, 2012
I can’t believe it is already that time of the year when the decorations are coming down. As excited I was to put them up, I dread the thought of taking them down. I felt much better when visiting Baltimore last Thursday, I went through the neighborhood of Hampden.
Some of the decorations have seen better days but they were still hanging on. It was too bad I did not see them at night, because that is when they “shine”. If you are interested in seeing some of the photos at night, just put on your search Hampden Christmas Lights Displays to find some sites with great pictures.
Hampden is located northwest of the city of Baltimore, Maryland. It was originally settled as a community for workers in the mills many years ago. Since then, artists have discovered it; restaurants and shops, as well. Their website is www.hampdenmerchants.com.
During the Holidays, this neighborhood is the talk of the state. People from all over come to see the decorations on 34th St. Get it? As in Miracle on 34th St. The Christmas lights displays begin at dusk until 11 p.m. On Christmas Eve they stay on all night. The actual location is the 700 block of 34th St., between Keswick Rd and Chestnut St. Check them out next year.
When I saw all the decorations, all I could think was where the heck to they store all this stuff?
The first one that attracted my attention was the “palm tree”.
Someone loved National Bohemian Beer. The Natty Boh was originally brewed in Baltimore, Maryland. The iconic face; the “official beer” of Baltimore.
But, my favorite was the hubcap tree.
 
The Manger did not stay far behind, either.
My decorations usually do not come down until the end of next week-end. Even though my kids are grown up, I still observe one of the most beloved traditional and religious holidays in Puerto Rico; Three Kings Day. After that, they do come down fast.
Happy New Years Day!!
December 28th, 2011
In Rehoboth to celebrate the New Year? You are in for a real treat because the weather is gorgeous and we hope it stays that way. Hello Downtown Rehoboth Beach!!
Baltimore Avenue is a trendy street in Downtown Rehoboth Beach with very unique restaurants. It is parallel to Rehoboth Avenue. Lots of shops, quaint old houses and the ocean at the end of the street.
If you want entertainment then Showstoppers!! at Clear Space Theatre would be a special way of ringing in the New Year. A group of talented vocalists will take the stage at 9 p.m. to offer you a brand new selection of big Broadway musical numbers like Bosom Buddies from Mame, Easy Street from Annie and Glitter and Be Gay from Candide, among many others.
It is an hour long performance, then a live swing band for the remainder of the evening so you can swing-in the New Year. Dancing will continue until 1 a.m. with hors d’oeuvres and dessert throughout the evening, including a champagne toast at midnight.
Venue? Clear Space Theatre, 20 Baltimore Ave. Tickets are $50 each and includes the performance, live music, hors d’oeuvres, dessert and champagne toast. A cash bar will also be available. You can purchase tickets online at www.clearspacetheatre.org, by phone at 302-227-2270 or in person at the box office.
Cafe Azafran – 18 Baltimore Avenue. This restaurant will have seating availabe at 6-6:30 p.m. and 9-9:30 p.m. $49 per person plus gratuity. They will be offering 3 courses and the dinner includes a salad of baby romaine, radicchio and endive.
Please call 302-227-8100 and visit their website, www.cafeazafran.com so you can check out the menu for that evening. They open for breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays.
Eden is located at 23 Baltimore Avenue. Tel. 302-227-3330. They will be offering an early seating for $85 per person or a late seating for $95 per person, including a champagne toast. Both seatings will have 4 courses.
Check their website, http://www.edenrestaurant.com. You will find the menu for that evening on Specials and Events.
MIXX will be offering a New Year’s Eve Menu with Pepper Crusted Filet Mignon, Seared Scallops or Surf & Turf. The restaurant is located at 26 Baltimore Ave., Tel. 302-226-8700. Website? www.mixxrehoboth.com.
Blue Moon is located at 35 Baltimore Avenue. Tel. 302-227-6515. This restaurant is celebrating New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Seating in the dining room will begin at 5:30 p.m. 4 courses for $95 per person.
Then, you can select from the 4-course New Year’s evening menu with a fabulous show by Pamala Stanley in their warm and cozy Atrium. That will begin at 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. for $135 per person.
New Year’s Day at the Blue Moon will bring a brunch from 10:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m….Their homemade Bloody Marys or Mimosas….Reservations are suggested.
Their Season Closing Party begins at 9 p.m. with drink specials, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment.
Their website? www.bluemoonrehoboth.com.
Sole went through a renovation, opening on their same spot at 44 Baltimore Avenue . Enjoy their new menu and decor on this last day of the year; it is a mix of the old and new. Call for reservations at 302-227-7107. You can find Sole-Rehoboth on Facebook, as well.
Sunday is their Pajama Party Brunch – Starting the New Year in a comfortable way. Call them up for reservations and more info.
You can check the menu on http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/business/el/sol/150891.
Baltimore Avenue is only two long blocks but believe me, it is a happening place in Rehoboth Beach!!
Have fun!!! Talk to you later…
December 27th, 2011
New Year’s Eve in Lewes, Delaware, is something not to be missed. Weather permitting a full lighted anchor will be dropped from the mast of Lightship Overfalls, to its deck, with a countdown into the New Year. This is an annual tradition. It is the only National Historic Landmark that does a “ball drop”.
Lightship Overfalls was part of manned lightships or “floating lighthouses” that were started by the U.S. government in 1820. It is one of the 17 remaining and one of only 7 of such vessels in the country that is still open to the public. For more info., please visit http://www.overfalls.org.
These floating lighthouses could be placed in deep waters where it was practically impossible to put fixed structures; they could also be moved easily.
In the mid 20th century new automated lights and radio signals made these vessels a thing of the past.
Lighthship Overfalls was built in 1938 and was one of the last to be built. In 1973 it was given to the Lewes Historical Society.
Then, on 12/7/01 ownership was transferred to the Overfalls Maritime Museum Foundation. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
So, if you are in Lewes, for this last day of 2011, then put on your party hat and get down to the canal, right at Front and Shipcarpenter Streets. Help everyone welcome 2012, toot the horn and drop that anchor.
Have a good time!!!
December 17th, 2011
I think the experience of visiting Santa right on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk with a backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean is so much better than when I used to take my young ones to a Mall. Plenty of screaming is what I got.
Anyway, this week-end Santa will be at his house and you can bring the kids:
Saturday – 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Sunday – 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Santa wants to meet your pet, as well….just bring him or her to meet Santa, on Sunday…from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, 12/18 – Journey of Promise is a Christmas Concert to be taking place at Epworth United Methodist Church. Soprano, Mary Anne Barcellona-Collins with the Epworth Church Choir and the Safe Habor Presbyterian Choir of Stevensville, MD will perform Joseph M. Martin’s cantata as well as solos from Ms. Barcellona-Collins’ Christmas repertoire. The audience will have the opportunity to participate in a very special Carol Sing-Along.
Address? 19285 Holland Glade Rd., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
The concert is open to the community. A reception will follow. A donation of $15 is suggested.
More info? Please visit http://www.epworth-rehoboth.org.
Have a great week-end!! Talk to you later….chilly isn’t it?
December 14th, 2011
“Eating stale cookies and drinking warm milk by the fireplace at 2 a.m. while you learn Chinese from a 46-page set of assembly instructions.” Got to laugh because I always paid extra for those assemblies. No way I was dealing with that.
Holiday dread or excitement? All that baking, shopping, entertaining, and wrapping….Guess what? I have not done any of it..haha Well, maybe a little. I encountered a long line at the Post Office in Rehoboth Beach; 5 people were in front of me. Imagine that. No patience, because here, at the Delaware Beaches, we usually do not have to make those long lines anywhere. Hmm…at the height of the summer season, yes, restaurants are crowded, and finding parking is a pain.
But, it is December and we are all trying to mail our precious gifts. So, there I was. My Mother asked me last year to send her fruitcakes. I am surprising her this year by sending them again. I hope that’s what she wants. By the time these are mailed to Puerto Rico, they will be worth their weight in gold. And, they were, definitely heavy. Fruitcakes are not my favorite, though. Don’t they have fruitcakes in Puerto Rico, anyway?
During the holidays is best to avoid stress by doing something fun. I found an activity and an event. They are on the same day and at the same venue.
Thursday, 12/15 – How to Make and Decorate a Natural Wreath, at 10:00 a.m. This is a hands-on class making your own wreath and decorating from nature’s products. It will be held at East Coast Garden Center, 30366 Cordrey Rd., Millsboro, DE 19966.
Please register by calling 302-945-3489. You can also visit www.eastcoastgardencenter.com.
The cost is $25, which will include one 18″ wreath, three leaves of your choice, three pine cones, three acorns, three clusters of dried foliage/flowers and a 1 1/2″ sprig of bittersweet.
Thursday, 12/5 – Holiday Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at East Coast Garden Center in Millsboro. 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Cocktails will begin at 5:30 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6:00 p.m. The Murder Mystery will start at 7:00 p.m.
$40/person or $70/couple. Please pre-register by calling 302-945-3489 or visit www.eastcoastgardencenter.com.
Note: Directions to East Coast Perennial are all in their website.
Have a great time!! Talk to you later….
December 9th, 2011
Purpose: “To advance the public interest in the visual arts and to promote the development of excellence in visual arts in the South Palm Beach area.” delray art league
There is definitely a schedule, but when I see the banner I know that the Artists are in the Park. And, this is one of those week-ends. Right on Veterans Park, by the Intracoastal you will see the white tents.
It is going to be a crowded Saturday in Delray so get there early and stay awhile.
Artists in the Park have been in the community for over 46 years. Susan sent me an e-mail and told me that their Larry Marini Art Education Fund has donated back to the community so that students may have the opportunity to experience the arts through scholarships and supplies. Artists in the Park have donated to Old School Square, Milagro Center, Atlantic High School, Sister Cities, FAU, Delray Beach Library, Plumosa School of the Arts and so many others.
It is South Florida’s longest running outdoor fine art show and sale. You will find a variety of mediums; watercolors, oils, acrylics, photography, and sculpture.
It is free and it starts at 10:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday.
If you want to learn more about the Delray Art League, please visit www.delrayartleague.com.
Have a great week-end. Talk to you later….
December 9th, 2011
Snowbird? or, Snowflake? If you are in South Florida and around Delray Beach, check this out because they have a pretty busy schedule starting tonight.
Friday, 12/9 – It is the much awaited Boyton & Delray Beaches Annual Boat Parade – The decorated boats line up at the Boyton Beach Inlet and south they will travel along the Intracoastal to the C-15 Canal in Delray. Viewing areas are located at the Boyton Harbor Marina and along the parade route. Pre party starts at 5:30 p.m., live music, pictures with Santa at the Boyton Harbor Marina by Two Georges. Note: Please bring a new and unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots.
If you want to view the parade from an advantage point, then see if you can get on one of the cruises from Delray Yacht Cruises. This specialty cruise designed for the Boat Parade is $60. Please visit http://www.delraybeachcruises.com/schedule.html, or call 561-243-0686.
Tonight is called Free Friday Concerts with The Dillingers being the Main Event. Where? The Crest Theatre & Outdoor Pavilion, located at 51 N. Swinton Avenue. It opens at 7 p.m. with the food trucks, and cash bar. Bring a chair and blankets but there will be chair rentals available, as well. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. The Dillingers are a mix of traditional and contemporary blues. They are considered “Surfabilly”. Check their website at http://www.thedillingers.com. The concert will be held rain or shine, cold or warm. No pets, please and no outside food or drinks either. The concert is free.
Saturday, 12/10 – Kids at the Tree at Old School Square, 51, N. Swinton Ave. Visit Santa and play in the snow? at the famous 100-foot Christmas Tree from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. This is a Free event.
Saturday, 12/10 – You might as well stay in town for the Delray Beach Holiday Parade. This year’s theme is Celebrating the Centennial. Parade begins on Atlantic Ave. at Venetian Drive and heads west to the Courthouse at 6 p.m.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 12/16 – 12/18 – Musical Moments on Ice. This song-inspired ice skating spectacular is set to the music of the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Location? The Crest Theatre & Outdoor Pavilion. Please visit http://www.oldschool.org/performances.asp.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 12/22-12/24 – It is Steve Solomon’s My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish & I’m Home for the Holidays…The Therapy continues. This is a new Holiday show to be held at the Crest Theatre located at 51 North Swinton. Tickets are $30. Please visit http://www.oldschool.org/performances.asp.
If that schedule is not your cup of tea, then head for the beach….talk to you later.
December 8th, 2011
“One good thing about Christmas shopping; it toughens you for the January sales.” grace kriley
Fridays, 12/9 and 12/16 – Be a Deer, Shop Downtown Rehoboth Beach. The downtown merchants will be keeping their shops open for extended hours. They will also be serving some nibbles, as well. At 6 p.m. on both nights, please stop by and pick up a gift bag at Grotto Gelato; shopping, dining coupons and specials will be found inside. Also, enter to win more than $500 in prizes. Free gift wrapping will be available too.
Friday, 12/9 – It will be Fawn Frenzy. A Ladies Night Out from 6 to 9 p.m. in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Enter a chance to win gifts worth more than $500 with a Favorite Things Wish Card. Ladies will be served beverages by “handsome bucks”. No kidding, that’s what I heard. The Ladies will also receive a gift bag filled with shopping and dining coupons and specials. Strolling carolers with the Cape Henlopen High School Choir; please join in. The ladies’ gifts will be wrapped for free. If you are participating, I can’t imagine why you would not, please pick up the gift bags at Grotto Gelato at 6 p.m. More info? www.downtownrehoboth.com
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 12/9-12/11 – Festival of Trees event at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. Sponsored by Delaware Hospice. Vendors will have specialty items. Holiday decor for sale. On Saturday, 12/10 pictures with Santa, fun and pizza from 10 until 2 p.m. Also on Saturday a Wine, Cheese & Dessert Tasting from 5 – 9 p.m. Tickets available at the door. Sunday, 12/11 there will be a Sunday Brunch from 9:30 until 1:30 p.m.; tickets sold in advance. More info. and schedule of events can be found at www.delawarehospice.org.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 12/9/, 12/10 and 12/11 – Scrooge!! Last Week-End to catch the Holiday Spirit. Friday’s and Saturday’s performance will be at 7 p.m. and Sunday’s performance will be at 3 p.m. Location? Clear Space Theatre Company located at 20 Baltimore Ave., in Rehoboth Beach. More info? Please visit www.clearspacetheatre.org. Please note that this production changes every year. The 15 ft x 30 ft backdrop was painted by our own Rehoboth artist, Anita Peghini-Raber. This poster depicts a detail of the whole painting. More on Anita? Please visit http://www.rehobothart.com.
Saturday, 12/10 – 3rd Annual Cookie Walk at Epworth United Methodist Church in Rehoboth Beach. 9:00 a.m. until “All Gone”. There will be tables and more tables of home-made cookies by the Epworth congregation bakers. $7/pound. Pre-packaged cookie assortments and gift boxes of Fair Trade coffee and chocolate; priced individually. The Heavenly Creations Cookie Cookbook is a collection of over 120 recipes from the Epworth family kitchens…It is new and out for $15.00.
Santa’s House is located at the end of Rehoboth Avenue, right on the famous Rehoboth Boardwalk. The backdrop is the Atlantic Ocean. Please bring the kids for photos at no charge; donations are appreciated, though. On Saturday, 12/18 you can bring your pet too, from 3 to 5 p.m. For a full schedule, please visit www.beach-fun.com/holiday-fun.
Wondering what to give a friend that loves shopping or dining in Rehoboth Beach? How about some gift certificates? These certificates are only for downtown Rehoboth Beach. Please call 302-227-2772 or visit http://www.downtownrehoboth.com/spending_your_downtown_gift_certificates.htm.
 
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