April 5th, 2012
“One People, One Sky” – - Global Astronomy Month is being celebrated in April. It is the largest global celebration of astronomy since 2009. For more info., please visit www.astronomerswithoutborders.org/global-astronomy-month-2012.html.
Taking advantage of the full Moon this week-end, the Sussex County Astronomy Society in conjunction with Global Astronomy Month, will set up telescopes in Rehoboth Beach, on Friday, 4/6, at the Bandstand/Boardwalk from 8:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. to allow the public to view the Moon. It is Free!!
The Sussex County Astronomy Society was founded in 2000. A group of individuals with similar interests; enjoying the same thing. For more information on the Society, please visit http://www.sussexastronomy.com. It is “your local guide for astronomical happenings”.
Have a good time!!
March 27th, 2012
The Delaware Beaches are a year-round destination. No, no we don’t roll up the streets during the winter. These coastal towns are busy, offering its visitors great dining, shopping and relaxation.
This week-end….I hope you have Rehoboth Beach on your sight…it is, definite, a destination…Be prepared to stroll the downtown streets, enjoy no meters…in other words park and stay awhile.
Thursday, 3/29 – Southern Delaware RollerGirls – Wheels & Heels Fashion Show, at the Atlantic Sands Hotel, located at 1 Baltimore Avenue, at 6 p.m. Bar Opens, 6:30 p.m. Doors Open, and from 7 p.m. until 9 p.n. the Show’s On!! $2 donation, accepted, thanks.
Yes, I was wondering also…what is it? A start-up women’s roller derby league established here in Sussex County, Delaware. All female flat track roller derby league that began in April, 2011.
They hold practices at the Milford Skating Center, located at 1 Park Ave., Milford, DE, Monday 8:30 to 10:30 p.m., Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Fees are $45/month or $10 per practice., plus skate rental if you are renting skates.
You can also e-mail questions to sodelrollergirls@gmail.com.
Want to join? Check out a practice and remember that you have to be 18 years of age to join. Visit http://www.facebook.com/SouthernDelawareRollergirls/info.
Friday, 3/30 – The 2nd Annual Get Down in Town from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Wine, Dine and Shop in Downtown Rehoboth Beach where you will find great deals, along with appetizers and desserts from your favorite restaurants inside each participating store.
You can buy wristbands for $10 ahead of time at Azura, Bellmoor, Carlton’s, Heidi Lowe Gallery, and South Moon Under, all located in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.
Just One Lucky Person will have a chance to win over $2,000 in gifts and prizes from Rehoboth Merchants.
More info? On Facebook you can check www.azuraclothing.net/getdownintown.
Saturday, 3/31 – Street Craft Fair starting at 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at 1st Station. Beach relays and kids activities. In the evening you will find Saturday Night Lounge Night at Local Restaurants.
Hotel Discounts for this week-end will be available at Atlantic Sands, Boardwalk Plaza, The Bellmoor, Crosswinds, and Avenue Inn.
Have a good one!!
March 26th, 2012
The Rehoboth Beach Museum is the home of the Rehoboth Beach Historical Society. The Society’s mission is to preserve and showcase artifacts that illustrate the history of our beautiful City by the Sea.
The museum should be part of your visit to Rehoboth Beach. To know how far this seaside town has come, you need to see how it all started.
The Museum is located at 511 Rehoboth Ave. Parking is available. At the moment, the museum hours are: Monday, Thursday, and Friday 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Regular admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors, college students and military, $2 for children ages 13 to 17. Members and children 12 and under are free. There is a AAA discount, as well. For more info. visit the website www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org, or call 302-227-7310.
The following is what’s going on at the Museum:
Sunday, April 15th – Young ladies in the area, ages 8-12 are invited to a tea party for girls and their dolls at 2:30 p.m. at the Rehoboth Beach Museum. Iced tea, lemonade, and sweet treats will be served. Girls will play and learn old-fashioned games such as hop scotch, cat’s cradle and hula hoop. Each girl will be invited to tell a special story about her doll. Girls are encouraged to dress up.
The cost of the tea party is $10. The event is limited to 15 girls with one doll each. Please call 302-227-7310 to make a reservation.
When I was a young girl, dolls were so special to me. Here are a few of my own dolls.
New Exhibit has Opened – The Second Annual Needlework Exhibit
 Needlework Exhibit Chairwoman, Dolores Andrew and Hugh Andrew On Saturday, March 24th – this second annual exhibit opened at the Rehoboth Beach Museum. About 100 items are on display from regional needle artists from Newark, Delaware to Baltimore, Maryland.
Techniques include intricate beadwork, colorful canvaswork, heirloom sewing, including quilting, and beautiful cross stitch samplers.
Visitors will be treated to Christmas stockings, table runners, wall hangins and intricately stitched needle cases and miniature pictures.
The Museum will host several events while the exhibit is on display, including an afternoon of needlework technique demonstrations, a lecture on Barn Quilts, and a presentation about 18th Century wedding dresses.
Please check www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org or call 302-227-7310, for more information.
Have a great day!!
March 21st, 2012
There is no reason for me to start this post explaining to you what Dogfish Head is or does. Doesn’t everyone know by now? Yes, I think so, especially those who love beer. A success story in Delaware, Dogfish Head has a very complete and informative website. You can visit www.dogfish.com for an in depth look at this company. So, I am not going to repeat what already has been said.
In downtown Rehoboth Beach you will find their Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats, a restaurant and distillery, located at 320 Rehoboth Avenue. Is their food good? Or, is it just bar grub? I wanted to find out and took one of my partners in crime, Jody, for lunch some weeks ago. Actually, she took me.
It has taken me so long to sit down and write this post. I can’t imagine why. It can write itself. I even went a second time with my son for another lunch. Plenty of food to show you.
When Jody and I arrived we did so right when they had just opened for lunch. Perfect timing for pictures. Tourists usually come to Dogfish Head, mostly because of the beer reputation. If they liked their food, I really don’t know.
A large bar, tables, booths, and blackboards telling customers what’s on tap and announcing their spirits. You can see the stairs leading to the distillery. Delaware’s only distillery. Tours are offered on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 4:30 p.m.
The word IPA means Indian Pale Ale. It is a beer that is usually included in the broader category of pale ale. It was first brewed in the 18th century in England…my trivia.
Dogfish is perfect for lunch, but it really gets going during the evening. There is live entertainment and by the way Friday, 3/23 at 10 p.m. you will find Lower Case Blues taking center stage. Then on Saturday, 3/24 JP and the Gilberts will be entertaining the crowds.
This what Jody and I had.
DFH Cobb Salad was a great starter for us with bib lettuce, cherry tomatoes, hard boiled egg, house made bacon, spring onion and basil vinaigrette. I loved the basil vinaigrette dressing.
The Dogfish BLT with house made bacon, avocado, tomato, arugula, basil vinaigrette on a woodgrilled baguette. It was a large portion so we decided to just split it. Delicious.
Jody and I enjoyed the lunch and as it usually happens at Dogfish, customers started filling up the restaurant. The casual atmosphere is part of we love at the beach and Dogfish fits in perfectly.
My next visit was with my son who proceeded to order a pint of Aprihop, that Monday’s concoction. Teresa suggested it. Who? Yes, Teresa was our server; she knew the menu well, and very attentive to our needs.
The first order was Fried Pickles. They were beer battered pickle spears and 60 Minute IPA truffle mustard. That mustard sauce was to die for. I wished the pickles would have been a little smaller, though.
Then fish tacos for him; buttermilk fried dogfish, apple slaw, chipotle aioli, and cilantro stuffed inside 2 woodgrilled flour tortillas. Served with tasso spiced black beans over rice. Tasso is a white sauce, usually used in the Baja style fish tacos. It seems that lately either I or a dining companion orders the fish tacos; these were good, but lately I have found a few others that I liked better.
Just like I had before, that DFH Cobb Salad was again my choice….but wait a minute I topped it with the salmon. This salad was very good on its own but making it more a meal with the salmon was perfect. That basil vinaigrette dressing is a winner for this salad.
I think that’s all we had. It was plenty. All menus are on the website, www.dogfish.com, but specials are offered daily.
On the way out I decided to stop at their store. You can buy t-shirts, sweatshirts and lots of other merchandise of all things “Dogfish”. A t-shirt made out of bamboo for my younger brother, Miguel, whose birthday is on Friday.
Have a great day!! Talk to you later…you know I will.
March 19th, 2012
Small towns, scenic waterways, and beach resorts are part of what Southern Delaware is all about. The best of both worlds; the beach and the bay. Great eateries; shops with everything you can imagine for the casual living we all love at the beach. One of those towns is Rehoboth Beach. And if you are fortunate to be visiting during spring break or just getting out of your own city for some R & R, then check what’s going on.
Wednesday, 3/21 – Last Call from the Rehoboth Beach Film Festival for the Artwork Contest for the 2012 Independent Film Festival. Deadline is by 4:45 p.m. For more info., visit http://www.rehobothfilm.com/festival_artwork_guidelines.html. The selected artwork will be used in the creation of a Festival Poster, programs, t-shirts, and other memorabilia and/or Film Society publicity.
Thursday, 3/22 – Summer House’s 2nd Annual Countdown to Spring Party!! Starting at 8 p.m. The Summer House is located at 228 Rehoboth Ave. Website? www.summerhousesaloon.com. Tickets are $15 each. A percentage of the ticket sales will be donated to the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Co., and the Rehoboth Beach Police Dept.
First 50 tickets sold get a double shot for the travel voucher. There will be complimentary appetizers and special drink prices. Fabulous Giveaways & Fun Prizes like Phillies Tickets, $500 Travel Voucher, Weber Grill and Golf for Two at Baywood. So, stop by for awesome food, great drinks and good times.
Thursday, March 22nd – New weekday matinee!! My Fair Lady is being presented by Clear Space Theatre Company, located at 20 Baltimore Ave. in dowtown Rehoboth Beach. This Thursday, 3/22 the matinee will be at 11 a.m. On Friday, 3/23 is “Pay What You Can” Night. My Fair Lady opened 56 years ago. The creative minds at Clear Space have scaled this show down to fit their intimate 150 seat theatre. Tickets are $30 for General Admission, $25 for Seniors and students, $15 for children. Check www.clearspacetheatre.org for more information, and to purchase tickets online. There will be performances on other days, as well, so make sure to check the website. You may also call 302-227-2270.
Friday, 3/23 – Rehoboth Beach Film Society is screening Man in the Chair, starring Christopher Plummer. Monthly Screenings feature films and discussions about various cultures of our world including the many varied cultures in our own country. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. but the screening starts at 7:00 p.m. Admission is $4 for members and $6 for future members. Check the website, and the trailer to find what this featured film is all about. www.rehobothfilm.com/film_events_monthly_screenings.html.
Worthy of mention is – The DVD of The ‘62 Storm is available now for $15. On Ash Wednesday 50 years ago a powerful nor’easter struck the Delaware coast. You can own a copy of the film directed by Delaware filmmaker Michael Oates, which documents the historical event. Please visit www.rehobothfilm.com.
NEWS – The City of Rehoboth Beach goes Parkmobile – Quarters or Cell….it will be your Choice!! Visitors and residents of Rehoboth Beach will be able to conduct their parking transactions by mobile phone. It will be a City Wide Program, available at All On-Street Meters.
For more info. visit www.parkmobile.com. You can also contact locally, Carol Everhart at the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center at 302-227-6446. Parking made simple? I hope so!!
Saturday, 3/24 – Second annual Needlework Exhibit. The Rehoboth Beach Historical Society will host its Second Annual Needlework Exhibit at the Rehoboth Beach Museum. The show ill be judged by a nationally certified judge and ribbons will be awarded. For more information, please visit www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org, call 302-227-7310 or stop by by the Museum located at 511 Rehoboth Ave.
Saturday, 4/14 – I know that it is still some weeks away but since it will be a popular screening, I am passing the info. in case you might want to purchase tickets in advance. The Rehoboth Beach Film Society and Camp Rehoboth are co-sponsoring a screening of “Serving in Silent: the Margarethe Cammermeyer Story” at Women’s Fest 2012.
The screening will be at 1:30 p.m. on 3/14 at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center on Rehoboth Avenue.
Glen Close won the Outstanding Lead Acress Emmy for her performance in this made-for t.v. drama about the rights of homosexuals in the military. This true story follows the legal challenge of Col. Margarethe Cammermeyer to her involuntary discharge. After the screening, Grethe Cammermeyer will be present to discuss the journey of her fight against the system.
A Women’s Fest 2012 pass includes admission to this screening. Otherwise, tickets are $10 and can be purchased by calling RBFS at 302-645-9095 or online at www.rehobothfilm.com/film_events.
Note: Doggies at the Beach located in Rehoboth Beach is looking for an experienced part time groomer. Expanding their services mean adding another experienced groomer to their staff. 2 days per week/evenings. Finders fee and sign on bonus for the hired experienced groomer. Please call Jim at 302-644-8200. Visit http://www.doggiesatthebeach.com.
Have a good one!! Talk to you later. And…remember to take a walk on the beach!!
March 14th, 2012
It is traditionally understood that St. Patrick’s death was in c. 493. In Ireland it is a solemn religious event; wearing green, maybe sporting a shamrock, and attending Mass. Those massive parades in the U.S.? They started in Manhattan and the rest is history.
Ocean City, Maryland will be having its Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, 3/17. It will start at Noon from 61st Street South to 45th St. on Coastal Highway. This annual parade and festival celebrates the “Wearin O’ the Green”. Marching bands, floats, law enforcement groups and more.
After the Parade? Entertainment, food and beverages. The Festival opens at 10 a.m. at 45th St. & Coastal Highway. More Info.? Visit http://www.delmarvairish.org. Or, you may call 410-289-6156. The Parade is sponsored by the Delmarva Irish-American Club.
Are you planning on some Pub Crawling? Up and down the coast the towns of Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Fenwick Island, and Ocean City, Maryland have some pretty popular Pubs and watering holes. You will find entertainment in most of them. Check their websites for complete details; some are partying more than others.
Lewes
Irish Eyes, located at 213 Anglers Rd. Website? http://www.irisheyespub.com. From 11 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Vin Fischer will be entertaining, followed by The Hit the Bottle Boys from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m., and followed by DJ Jammin’ Jeff from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m.
The Greene Turtle, located at 17388 N. Village Main Blvd. #21, at the Village of Five Points. Websites? http://www.thegreeneturtle.com. To check the events, please visit http://www.thegreeneturtle.com/events.php?id=13.
Milton (near the Delaware Beaches)
Irish Eyes, located at 105 Union St. Entertainment will be The Folk Heroes from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m., followed by DJ D King from 9:30 p.m. until 1 a.m. Website? http://www.irisheyespub.com.
Rehoboth Beach
Finbar’s Irish Pub, located at 316 Rehoboth Ave. Website? www.finbarspub.com.
Irish Eyes, located at 52 Rehoboth Ave. Entertainment will be Jr Wilson & Crabmeat O’ Thompson from 12 to 7 p.m., followed by Lower Case Blues from 8 p.m. until 12 a.m. Website? http://www.irisheyespub.com.
Stoney Lonen Irish Pub & Eatery, located at 208 Second St. Website? www.stoneylonen.com.
Fenwick Island
Smitty McGee’s Raw Bar & Restaurant, located at Rt. 54, West Fenwick Island. All Day, All Night $1.50 Green Domestic Drafts. $3.17 Corned Beef & Cabbage, while it lasts. Website? www.smittymcgees.com.
Ocean City, Maryland
Finnegan’s Irish Pub & Eatery is located at 4810 Coastal Highway. Tel. 410-723-3150.
The Greene Turtle is located at 11601 Coastal Highway. Website? http://www.thegreeneturtle.com.
Shenanigan’s Irish Pub & Grille is located at 4th St. & the Boardwalk (at the Shoreham Hotel). Website? www.ocshenanigans.com. To check the schedule of events for their Kick Off Party, then visit http://www.oc.shenanigans.com/stpatricks.html.
Have a great time!….The picture below is from a couple I met last year. They were ready for a celebration and they were so cute and happy to be with each other.
March 9th, 2012
My blog is my diary. To some it might be interesting and even helpful at times. But, this short post is to give thanks to all my friends that helped getting a little older more enjoyable and fun.
All of you that wished me Happy Birthday in so many ways and in 3 languages, believe me when I tell you that is was so appreciated. Good to hear from so many friends, some of you go way back.
I got plenty of cards too….my first one was so funny. I hope to get to that age graciously.
Then, the doorbell started ringing and flowers were coming in. They were all gorgeous.
And just as I put it on Facebook; well, well, well my dentists and their crew sent me beautiful flowers. Maplewood Dental Associates is located in Rehoboth Beach. Check their website, http://www.rehobothbeachsmiles.com. Thanks to Steve, Bruce, Renee and the rest.
A friend asked? How much work did you have done? Another said that if her dentist would send her flowers, she would go more often. Haha. You have to remind them about those most important dates in your life. Getting flowers from your dentist is the ultimate.
The rest of the flowers are scattered through the house. They were from family and friends.
 
The celebration was not over just yet. We decided to meet another birthday girl, Shelley, in Ocean City, Maryland, for crabs. We chose the Crab Bag; they were extra large, heavy and at this time of the year, from North Carolina. They had just come in. Their website? www.thecrabbag.com
And to finish a most delightful evening…..gosh, that Moon was awesome!! Thanks.
March 8th, 2012
Symmetry – “An imprecise sense of harmonious or aesthetically pleasing, proportionately and balance; such that it reflects beauty or perfection.”
Part of the fun of visiting the Delaware Beaches is shopping. Downtown Rehoboth Beach is known for unique shops. Don’t get me wrong, we do have some t-shirt shops; all beach towns have them. That’s part of the charm, hmmm.
Anyway, my friend Jody and I were strolling around Rehoboth. We visited Dogfish Head, Heidi Lowe, and then we came upon Symmetry. I have to hand it to Jody. She knew this store well. The shopkeeper? Lee, was a friend. We did not think it was open yet, but Lee came out and invited us in.
Symmetry has been in Downtown Rehoboth Beach for years. It was originally located on Baltimore Ave. This is a new location for them. Just a few weeks ago they opened for business at 403 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-260-9741. E-mail symmetrydesigns@aol.com.
You cannot miss it. A shingled house with striped awning. Symmetry is a very stylish shop that carries primitive to contemporary home elements.
 
 
Lee was very excited to show us around. Floors refinished; plenty of merchandise and I thought they were ready for the season.
 Lee is behind the counter. Symmetry has accents for the modern house, and accessories to enhance one’s way of life. You will find furniture, decorative bowls, vases, lamps, art, and even jewelry.
 
 
We found that it was an affordable store, whether you were buying for yourself or for a friend.
Lee was very easy to talk to. And, so friendly. I always mention that friendliness is a characteristic of practically all shopkeepers in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.
I asked Lee if Symmetry offered interior design services. He said, yes. If you are interested, please visit the store or call him up.
He pointed out that the shop tries to engage local artists and artisans. They do have pieces from Delaware, Pennsylvania and even from Florida. Some of the textiles on the pillows are made by one of the oldest mills in the country, in Pennsylvania.
 
So here are more than a few pictures….let’s go shopping!!
 
 
 
 
Rehoboth Beach is a destination….why don’t you come and visit and stay awhile…talk to you later….Love Tax Free Shopping!!
 
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