August 5th, 2011
Very low tide at the same spot in Cape Henlopen State Park
The beach towns in Delaware are adjacent to one another. It is very easy to drive to one town or another and enjoy what each of them have to offer. They all have something for everyone to enjoy.
This small, quaint town, offers so much to its visitors and residents. There are shops, restaurants and the friendliest people.
This is what’s going on in Lewes this week-end:
Saturday, 8/6 – Historic Lewes Farmers’ Market. This Saturday, the market will be at Shields Elementary School’s Parking Lot at Savannah Rd. & Sussex Drive. Usually, it is at the Lewes Historical Society Complex. For more info., please visit http://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org.
The Lewes Historic Farmers’ market is calling for Entries!! – 2011 Great Tomato Recipe Contest. The National Farmers’ Market Week is August 7th until the 13th. The Market will be holding their 5th Annual Tomato Festival on Saturday, 8/13th. The Great Tomato Recipe Contest will be held that day.
There are 4 categories. Pick one to enter your dish. More info? Please visit http://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org/events. Note: Deadline to get the recipe in is Wednesday, August 10th.
Saturday, 8/6 – 48th Annual Antiques Show – 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This is the Historical Society’s oldest continuing tradition. Many antique dealers from the Mid-Atlantic region will be attending. The show attracts over 2,500 visitors. Admission is $5.00 but children under 12 are free. More info? Please call 302-645-7670. The Lewes Historical Society is located at 110 Shipcarpenter St. The website is http://www.historiclewes.org.
Now you know why the Market is being held on Saturday at the parking lot at Shield’s Elementary. The antique show is taking over the Historical Society Complex.
Saturday, 8/6 – The Villages of Five Points will be holding their live concert from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. The entertainers? 33 1/3. Bring your lawn chairs, a blanket, bug spray, your friends and family for this very popular outdoor event.
Sunday, 8/7 – DaBreak Lounge on the Ferry “Twin Capes” at 6:15 p.m. The Mission of “Valhallas Pirates” is to present historical and theatrical entertainment to children and adults. For more info., please visit http://www.capemaylewesferry.com.
Friends of the Lewes Public Library – Recipes are Wanted – They are looking for your tried and true recipes. All proceeds from the upcoming sale of the cookbook will go to the Lewes Public Library. You can pick a Recipe Collection Form from the Library in Lewes or you can go on-line at http://www.typensave.com. The Group Login is LPLcookbook. The Password for the recipe’s entry is c6p98.
Perfect weather…I hope you are having a good day….talk to you later….
August 1st, 2010
The town of Lewes is one of the most charming towns; small but full of activities and events for the whole family.
Tuesdays, 8/3 and 8/10 – WSFS Bank Summer Music at Stango Park on King’s Highway, next to the Lewes Public Library. These free concerts start at 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and repellent. More info? Please call 302-645-7777.
Thursday, 8/5 – First Thursday – Celebrate Lewes Life. This event is from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. and it is sponsored by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce’s Historic Commercial District Committee.
The partial closings of 2 streets allow entertainment and activities in the street. Live entertainment, kids’ acitivities, and extended store hours.
Saturday, 8/7 – Farmers’ Market at the Lewes Historical Society Complex, located at 110 Chipcarpenter St. From 8 until Noon. This is a producer only farmers’ market. Their website is www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org. They are also on Facebook.
Saturday, 8/7 – It is the 47th Annual Antiques Show. The Lewes Historical Society Antiques Show is comprised of many quality antique dealers from the Mid-Atlantic region. Location: Lewes Historical Society Complex located at 110 Shipcarpenter St. Hours: 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Admission is $5. For more info. please call 302-645-7670.
The Village of Five Points
This community is located off of Savannah Rd., on the left after you cross the Five Points intersection in Lewes.
It is a community with its own Town Center surrounded by single family homes, condominiums, and townhouses.
8/5 – Summer on The Green. This is the 5th year of free events at the Village of Five Points, featuring live music and family movie screenings. All you need is your lawn chair. On Thursday, the 5th, the movie will be The Twilight Saga New Moon. It starts at sunset.
The Twilight Saga New Moon is the second movie of the “Twilight” series. It is the romance between a mortal and a vampire. Starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, Ashley Greene, and Rachelle Lefevre.
Have a great week!!!
July 21st, 2010
I don’t even remember how many years it has been since I visited Lavender Fields. Some weeks ago, a friend mentioned the farm. On Tuesday, when I visited the Rehoboth Beach Farmer’s Market, there they were.
I chatted a bit and if you would really want to know more about hours of operation and what this working farm is all about, please visit www.lavenderfieldsde.com. They also have a blog www.lavenderfieldsfarm.blogspot.com. The address is 18864 Cool Spring Rd., Milton, DE 19968. E-mail is info@lavenderfieldsde.com. Telephone is 302-684-1514.
From Rt. 1 North or South, take Rt. 9 and 404 West toward Georgetown, travel 4 miles, just before the railroad tracks take a left on Cool Spring Rd. Travel 7/10 of a mile to Lavender Fields at Warrington Manor LLC (#18864), on the right.
Lavender Fields is a historic 5 acre property that dates to 1776.
Everything is done by hand from planting to harvesting. Lavender is easy to grow in and around the Delmarva Peninsula because of its favorable climate and soil.
The herb, has calming properties; it can also be used for cooking.
This farm hosts tour groups, luncheons, teas and special events. Please give them a call and check the website for all kinds of great information.
You will find Lavender Fields on Saturdays at the Historic Lewes Farmers’ Market located at Shipcarpenter and 3rd St. from 8 until Noon.
On Tuesdays you will find them at the Rehoboth Beach Farmers’ Market located at Grove St. Park from 12 until 4 p.m.
Talk to you later….have a good one…
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