May 6th, 2015
No sooner last year’s event had taken place, already they had the theme for the 2015 Annual Bethany Beach Breast Cancer 5K Fun Run & 3 K Walk…..Pirates!! Treasure Your Chest it is. It takes place on Saturday, May 9th.
Bethany Beach Breast Cancer 5K Fun Run & 3K Walk is a grass roots, low tech, and low key, no frills event that has been taking place in Bethany Beach for years. More info? http://www.bethanybeachbreastcancer.com.
Dress in your pirate costumes and pirate gear. Awards will be given to most spirited attire for Buccaneers, Buckettes, team, youth and doggie participants. Remember that doggies have to be on a leash. Last year some dogs were taking a rest while others were ready to go.
There is still time to register. And, if you are visiting and decide you want to participate, please show up!! Registration on the day of begins at 7 a.m., on the Bethany Beach Boardwalk. You can register online at http://www.bethanybeachbreastcancer.com. Or, call Ann at 302-537-9700.
Friday and Saturday – Happy Hour from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Sedona: Cash Bar, Tapas Specials & Pirate Bar Games/Trivia. Captain Jack’s Mini Golf Happy Hour: Treasures and $1 off all week-end.
Holiday Inn Express, Bethany Beach, is offering discounted room for event participants.
Packet Pick Up: May 8th from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Bethany Area Realty, 778 Garfield Parkway (Rt. 26).
Saturday:
Same Day Registration: 7 – 8:30 a.m.
Stretching: 8:45 a.m.
Announcements: 8:50 a.m.
Race/Walk Starts at 9 a.m.
Music by DJ Seaside Jimmy DiLorenzo!!
Delaware is a small state with a big heart. We are anticipating a big turn-out this year….gorgeous weather; a beautiful time at the beach!! All of us have been touched in some way or another by breast cancer. This event celebrates and honors all of those that have experienced breast cancer.
Bethany Beach Breast Cancer Fun Run/Walk is partnering with The Little Pink Houses of Hope and Vance Memorial Fund Beebe Medical Foundation.
Little Pink Houses of Hope provides week long beach retreats for breast cancer families. More information? Please visit http://www.littlepink.org.
Vance Kane Memorial Fund Supporting Beebe’s Breast Health Center….more info? Please visit http://www.beebehealthcare.org/beebe-breast-health-program.
See you there!!
March 24th, 2015
On March 19, 1891 it was first called Cape Henlopen City. In 1893, the name was formally changed to Rehoboth. Since then, Rehoboth Beach has been welcoming thousands of visitors not just in the summer, but year round. It is a destination for many, and for a lot of us, it is also home. Living at the beach is great, and, believe me, I do not take it for granted.
The beaches are stirring, businesses are sprucing up. So, What’s Going On?
Wednesday, March 25th – BENEVOLENCE DAY-Beer & Benevolence at Dogfish Head located at 320 Rehoboth Ave. in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Noon until 9 p.m. with Live Music at 6 p.m. This is a benefit for Habitat for Humanity. More info.? Please visit http://www.dogfish.com/benevolence.
Friday, March 27th – ART AND CRAFT – The Rehoboth Beach Film Society is presenting a fascinating glimpse, with this film, into the life of one of the most prolific art forgers in U.S. history. Location? Movies at Midway located on Coastal Highway at the Upstairs Screening Room. $4.00 for RBFS members and $6.00 for future members. More info.? Please visit http://www.rehobothfilm.com.
Theater in Downtown Rehoboth Beach!! – CLEARSPACE THEATRE CO. presents: Comedy, a musical comedy until April 5th. The Little Mermaid from April 17th until April 19th. Little Women from May 1st until May 17th. Clearspace Theatre Co. is located at 20 Baltimore Ave. in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. For tickets and info., please visit http://www.clearspacetheatre.org. You may also call 302-227-2270.
Friday, April 3rd – 47th ANNUAL GREAT DELAWARE KITE FESTIVAL – Location? Cape Henlopen State Park in Lewes. Registration opens at 10 a.m. EASTER EGG HUNT at 11 a.m. Kite flying events start at 11:30 a.m. and the Egg Toss Contest starts at 1:15 p.m.
Friday, April 3rd – LOCAL BUZZ HAPPY HOUR – 5 to 7 p.m. at Gallery Espresso located at 12001 Old Vine Blvd. in Lewes. Doggies at The Beach will be there displaying their stuff. http://www.doggiesatthebeach.com
Saturday, April 4th – REHOBOTH TOY & KITE’S 21st ANNUAL EASTER PLAY DAY to be taking place at Virginia Ave. and the Boardwalk in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Games and kite making, Egg Hunt at Noon. Pictures with the Easter Bunny. Free continental breakfast and snacks at 10 a.m. More info? Please call 302-227-6996
Wednesday, April 8th – READ A MOVIE – The Rehoboth Beach Film Society and the Rehoboth Beach Public Library invite film and/or literary enthusiasts to Read a Movie screening of “The Duellists” at 4 p.m. in the upstairs community room of the library. Based on the short story, “The Duel” by Polish-born writer Joseph Conrad, this film depicts a historically accurate account of early 1800s France. This screening is part of the monthly Read a Movie series in which members read a little-known short story in advance of the screening, then gather to watch the film and share their thoughts about how well or not so well the story was expanded to the big screen. To sign up and receive the stories in advance, email Denise Hoban at outreach@rehobothfilm.com.
Friday, April 10th – 5TH ANNUAL “GET DOWN IN TOWN” – Shop & Eat…all for a good cause!! 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. everyone is invited to downtown Rehoboth Beach for this event. Shoppers will enjoy special discounts in participating stores while noshing on local restaurants’ desserts, treats and drinks dispersed throughout stores. Food served from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Shopping until 8 p.m. There is a $10 admission fee to participate in this one night event, which also includes a chance to win a Grand Prize Drawing valued over $l,000. The Drawing will take place at 8 p.m. at First Street Station Courtyard and the recipient must be present to win. Tickets can be purchased the night of the event. Or, ahead of time at Azura Clothing, Heidi Lowe Gallery, Rehoboth Beach Main Street Office, Something Comfortable, South Moon Under and online at http://www.downtownrb.com. There is no better place where you can wine, dine, walk and shop than Downtown Rehoboth Beach!!
Sunday, April 12th – BROADWALK ON THE BOARDWALK! A fun event for a serious cause. Part of CAMP Rehoboth’s Women’s FEST 2015! All are welcome, including dogs. Put on your Pink or Lavender. They will be honoring survivors of ALL cancers. Lavender is the color for All Cancers. Meet at CAMP Rehoboth on 37 Baltimore Ave. at 9 a.m. Free registration. Check in, coffee, sweet treats and music. Walk begins at 10 a.m. All donations will benefit the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition. Cash or checks accepted. Matching donations up to $2,500 generously donated by Nancy Froome.
Sunday, April 19th – DOGGIES AT THE BEACH CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY COOK-OUT. Noon until 2 p.m. at Doggies at The Beach, located at 18806 John J. Williams Hwy. (Rt. 26) in Rehoboth Beach. This is a cage free dog boarding facility, where I leave my pooch, Miss Addy. 24 hour human supervision!! More info? http://www.doggiesatthebeach.com. Tel. 302-644-8200.
Friday, April 24th – REHOBOTH BEACH FILM SOCIETY APRIL’S MONTHLY SCREENING – RBFS presents this year’s Academy Award nominees for Best Animated Short Film. The screening will be held at the upstairs screening room at Movies at Midway on Coastal Highway. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. A rare opportunity to enjoy one of the most entertaining categories at the Academy Awards-Best Animated Short Film. Me and My Moulton, Feast, The Bigger Picture, A Single Life and The Dam Keeper. Admission is $4 for members and $6 for future members. Tickets will be sold at the door to each screening on a first come, first serve basis.
Sunday, April 26th – 7TH ANNUAL WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL – PERFECT PAIRINGS – A benefit for Children & Families First, Rehoboth Art League, and Children’s Beach House. Tickets are $45/person or $78/couple. 4 to 7 p.m. Taste dozens of fine handpicked wines from around the world, artfully paired with their chef-driven unique food and pastry specialties.
Sunday, April 26th – BIG FISH GRILL 5K TO BENEFIT LOCAL COMMUNITY – 3rd Annual event. Race start for runners and walkers is 8:30 a.m. in front of Big Fish Grill on Rt. 1. Big Fish Grill will be donating portion of the proceeds from this event to local nonprofits CHEF (Cape Henlopen Educational Foundation) and RBMS (Rehoboth Beach Main Street). In addition, all students (K-12) who participate are eligible to win a $1,000 savings bond. You must be present to win and have student ID. Pre-registration is $25, until 4/23 at noon. Registration from then through Race Day is $30. Student (18 and under) Pre-Registration is $20, until 4/23 at noon. Registration from then through Race Day is $25. Register online at http://www.races2run.com. For more info., please contact Barb@races2run.com.
Saturday, Sunday, May 2nd, May 3rd – COASTAL DELAWARE RUNNING FESTIVAL – Marathon, Half Marathon…Delaware’s Coolest Marathon – Dewey, Rehoboth, Lewes. It is a Boston Qualifier. Scenic, flat and fast course will encompass Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach, Cape Henlopen State Park, and the Town of Lewes, finishing at the Lighthouse Cove Waterfront Complex in Dewey Beach. Full post race buffet provided by The Lighthouse Cove Dewey Beach. Complimentary post race beer for those 21 years of age and older. To register visit http://www.codelrun.com.
Saturday, May 9th – TREASURE YOUR CHEST BREAST CANCER 5K RUN/3K WALK IN BETHANY BEACH…Rain or shine!! Fundraising for Little Pink Houses of Hope and Vance Kane Memorial Fund/Beebe Medical Foundation. Pre-registration $25, Kids $15 (under 10 years of age). Online registration closes April 10th. Prizes for Most Spirited Outfits…Dress in Your Best Pirate Gear. Team, Individual, Strollers, Wheelchairs, Dogs….T-Shirts Guaranteed only to those pre-registering. For registration and more info., please visit http://www.bethanybeachbreastcancer.com.
Saturday, May 9th – DEWEY BEACH ARTS FESTIVAL – Rain Date? Sunday, May 10th. 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Location? Dagsworthy Ave in Dewey Beach. For an application, please visit http://www.deweybusinesspartnership.com, or call 302- 228-3701.
Hey…I stand corrected, the Delaware Beaches are not stirring…..they just woke up!! Time to play! Have a good one.
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