October 26th, 2012
Just in case…information on weather related cancellations and postponement of festival events…please tune in to WGMD 92.7 FM, BIG Classic Rock 98.5 & 103.5, The B 95.3 & 101.7, and Hot Country 107.7. You can also call the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce at 302-227-6446.
In the event of unsafe weather, the parade will be postponed until 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, 10/28. There is no scheduled rain date or location for floats or motorized vehicles. Therefore, in the event of postponement, only walking participants who can meet the requirements of the Boardwalk size, etc. may participate in the costume walking parade on the Rehoboth Boardwalk (follow the same route as dog parade).
The 23rd Annual Sea Witch Halloween & Fiddler’s Festival is produced by the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center. They are located as you come into Rehoboth Beach, by the roundabout. Can’t miss them.
If I were you, I would stop there first and pick up a Sea Witch is Smokin’ brochure. It is about 29 pages of events throughout the week-end. Two websites to visit for further information: http://www.beach-fun.com and http://www.seawitchfestival.com.
The Visitors Center also has Sea Witch Festival souvenirs for sale.
You can also pick up at the Visitors Center a Sand Dollar Savings business card. The card lists businesses that offer 10% of any one single regular price item.
Grove Park is behind the Visitors Center, Rehoboth Museum and Chamber of Commerce….Friday, 10/26 Choo Choo Express, from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Kids can ride on the Grand Rental Station’s Choo Choo Express that will travel through Grove Park. Ages 2 – 7. It is free (donations are appreciated). At 6:30 p.m. is Movie in the Park. Bring your chairs and blankets and be ready to watch The Smurfs. It is free, but donations are appreciated.
At Grove Park you will also find Magic Shows on Saturday and Sunday. And, Monster Art can be created on Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. at the pavilions at Grove Park. All participants will receive a ribbon. No fee, donations appreciated.
The merchants have been decorating their shops. These are a few that caught my eye.
Heidi Lowe, The Jewelry Studio
La Roc – Salon
Something Comfortable – PJs, Lingerie
 
One of my favorite events at the festival is the Monsters on Parade. It is supposed to be on Sunday, starting with registration at 2 p.m. at the north end of the Boardwalk near the Henlopen Hotel. Parade will begin at 3 p.m. Winners of the Best Constumed Dog Contest will be announced at the Bandstand at 4:30 p.m. Please note that the parade is weather dependent.
Here are some of my 2011 pictures!!
Rehoboth Beach was cloudy and quiet today. What a difference to see the Boardwalk with just a few people.
At the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand – Live Music at the Sea Witch Festival
Saturday, 10/27 – Neon Swing X-Perience – Wild, Wacky, Zany & Fun. They will be performing from 2 p.m. until 2:45 p.m.
Saturday, 10/27 – Jimi Smooth & Hit Time. Two shows. One from 3 p.m. until 3:45 p.m. and in the evening from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Listen to the sounds of top hit favorites.
Sunday, 10/28 – Touch of Brass from 11:15 until Noon. This is a versatile brass quitet that has been entertaining audiences for ten years. They will be performing a range of classical, jazz, pop, show tunes, and many more.
Sunday, 10/28 – New Sweden from 1:15 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. – This band has been sharing their unique flavor of Americana, Folk, and Indie Rock with the greater Philadelphia region since forming in the late 2009.
If you happen to be walking around and bump into Roaming Photos by Squintz…take the opportunity to have your picture taken. It is a complimentary telescope photo. The photographer will be roaming the streets of Downtown Rehoboth Beach on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. All you have to do is pick it up at the information table at the Bandstand from 4 until 5 p.m.
I was watching the cameraman getting ready for the reporter to go on camera. They were checking the beach. Everything was quiet.
Not a wave in sight. Talk to you later…Have a good one!!
October 25th, 2012
This is the key that opens the doors of Historic St. Martin’s Church. On November 2 ,2012 they will open, again, the doors to this 256 year old architectural gem for the celebration of St. Martin’s Day. It is the Fall Feast of St. Martin. It will also serve as a fundraising event with all proceeds going to the continuation of Phase II-Preservation and New Public Facilities.
Historic St. Martin’s Church is located at 11413 Worcester Highway (Rt. 113 & 589 Junction), Showell, Maryland, 21813. Only 4 miles north of Berlin, about 1/2 hour, give or take, from Rehoboth Beach and the rest of the Delaware Beaches. The Church is adjacent to Highway 113. Tel. 410-430-2142. Website? http://www.historicstmartinschurch.org. Find it on Facebook as Historic St. Martins Church.
The first time I visited St. Martin’s I fell in love with it; so quiet. On my first post, I mentioned that I passed this Church every day for so many years. Looked at it, standing all by itself among the tall pines. I did not know that it had been there for so long.
Its preservation has been a labor of love by many in the community that wanted this relic preserved. The Historic St. Martin’s Foundation was established and with its President, Mrs. Sherrie Beckstead, at the helm of this Foundation, St. Martin’s has opened as a Museum. It is also available for romantic and historic weddings; it is the perfect setting.
St. Martin’s is the oldest of 11 Worcester County Museums. It is a proud gem of the community and a National Historic Landmark.
The simplicity of this St. Martin’s says it all. It was built in colonial times when life was a challenge; it took brave hearts and determination. It was a place of worship.
The preserved brick floor remains.
Reminiscent of the 18th century are the pine box pews, the barrel vaulted ceiling and the magnificent pulpit.
On Friday, November, 2nd, a dining of the season’s harvest celebrates St. Martin’s Day. It is also a way to raise funds in order to proceed with Phase II – Preservation and new public facilities. At this event you will be able to see what has been accomplished so far. There will be music, food, and plenty of cheer. The festivities will begin at 5:30 p.m. The tickets are $125.00 per person. For more information, please call 410-726-2197. But, do it soon since seating is limited. A portion of the ticket price is tax deductible.
So….take a look…to appreciate it, you’ll have to see it.
October 24th, 2012
I have known Genevieve Wilson for a very long time. When I saw her the other day, we started talking about traveling in general. How people have just decided that life it too short; they are taking off to see the world, no matter what., that’s what they are doing.
I then decided to stop by Ocean Travel, which is owned by Genevieve. It is located at the Camelot Shopping Center, 19470 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1), Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Tel. 302-227-1607. Website? http://www.oceantravelinc.com.
Ocean Travel has been in Rehoboth Beach since 1985. To tell you the truth, I was wondering if people were still using travel agents. It has been said that you should choose a Travel Agent like you would a doctor or lawyer. Ask friends and family for travel agencies they have used in the past. Then, consult with them. You want to choose one that listens and answers your questions.
Travel agents can find the best value, they are convenient, and if you find the right one, they will go the extra mile.
One of the specialties of Ocean Travel is cruises. Cruises afford great value, unpack only once, visit many destinations, family friendly, plenty of onboard activities, can be romantic, and also social.
Ocean Travel is comfortable and friendly. Besides Genevieve, you might have the opportunity to work with Gigi McMahon and Ulrich Schmiedhold.
Ulrich specializes in independent travel planning, worldwide. This includes hotels, private transfer and tours.
Ocean Travels are experts in Alaska trip planning, European River Cruises, Disney, worldwide cruises and tours.
For families than want to go on vacation together and for reunions, they can put the perfect package; activities, sightseeing, etc., where all members can be happy. One such company is Tauck Bridges which has programs for generational travel. This company can help families experience extraordinary opportunities; snorkeling with penguins in the Galapagos, weaving bracelets with Peruvian schoolchildren in the Sacred Valley, walking a hawk at an Irish castle, a scavenger hunt in the Louvre, perhaps? Kayaking on the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. or jet boating in Alaska. Putting a trip together for large groups takes patience and knowledge; Ocean Travel has been in the business long enough to offer its customers a stress free vacation.
As I was leaving the office my a brochure caught my eye. It was called Culinary Collection. Cruises taking pride it their food and wine courses. Epicurean delights; demonstrations from world-renowned chefs, cooking classes on-board and on shore, focusing on regional cuisines…If you want to know more, please call Ocean Travel at 302-227-1607.
Have a Good One!!
October 23rd, 2012
The Rehoboth Beach Museum opened its doors in the original Ice House in Rehoboth Beach in 2007. Since then, they have been hosting exhibits, lectures and other programs that celebrate the history of having fun at the beach. Since the days when Rehoboth Beach was known as a Methodist summer retreat, this coastal town has evolved into a summer destination. While doing that, it has also kept is charm, while introducing contemporary excitement. The Second Season in Rehoboth is just as busy as the Summer Season…so, guess what’s happening? Sea Witch Festival is this coming Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
The Jolly Trolley has joined forces with the Rehoboth Beach Museum and the Bake Shoppe to give visitors a special treat at the start of Sea Witch Week-End!!
To Locals & Visitors: An invitation to take a “Magical History Tour”. Please meet outside the Rehoboth Library located at 226 Rehoboth Avenue at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 26th.
The cost of the tour is $10.00 and includes a 40-minutwe trolley tour of historic sites around the downtown area.
Stop at the Bake Shoppe for a special treat at a special price and bring it with you on the tour.
Sites seen from the Trolley will include the Boardwalk, the Anna Hazzard Tent House, historic businesses and the Rehoboth Beach Museum.
The Anna Hazzard Tent House Museum is located in one of the original “tent” buildings dating to the 1870s.
Originating in 1970, the Jolly Trolley came to its touring fruition, when a group of jolly locals wanted to create a vehicle that would share the sights, smells, colors and characteristics of the Rehoboth Beach – Dewey Beach resort area, with many visitors and other locals.
The current exhibits at the Rehoboth Museum are: “Skimming the Surface” which tells the story of the active surfing community in the area, “Rehoboth Speaks”, the story of the founding and growth of Rehoboth Beach, and a photo tribute to Funland’s 50th Anniversary.
The Rehoboth Beach Museum is located at 511 Rehoboth Ave. Hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Please note that beginning November 1st, the Museum will start its winter schedule; closing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
For more info. about the tour, please call the Jolly Trolley at 302-227-1197, or the Museum at 302-227-7310.
Have a great time!!
October 22nd, 2012
Say it isn’t so…another season is coming to an end for the Rehoboth Beach Farmers’ Market. Tuesday, 10/23, is the last of the 2012 season. But, not so fast…a Holiday Market; not to be missed, is around the corner. It will be on Saturday, November 24th from Noon until 3:00 p.m., at Grove Park, behind the Rehoboth Beach Visitor’s Center.
The Rehoboth Beach Farmers’ Market is a great way to support our local farmers. Residents and visitors alike have been attending the market on Tuesdays throughout the summer. Some visitors come in bikes; others drive…and plenty of visitors just walk with shopping bags in hand. Website? http://www.rbfarmersmarket.com.
Tuesday promises to be another gorgeous day in Rehoboth Beach. Just like it was last week. The white tents will be up again and you will find fall veggies and plenty more!!
Some of the vendors are restaurants and bake shops, as well.
For example. Meet Yolanda. She will probably be there tomorrow too.
She is the owner of Mariachi Restaurant, located at 14 Wilmington Ave. Website? http://www.mariachirehobothde.com. You can find them on Facebook and Twitter, as well.
Mariachi is known for its Spanish and Mexican cuisine. Last week Yolanda had Papusas. These are handmade stuffed corn tortillas, which originated in Salvador but are also well known in Honduras.
She also had veggies and rice and beans and plantains.
I have to tell you that, I think it was at the beginning of the summer when we visited Mariachi. Upon mentioning that my husband had to eat gluten free, the chef came out to talk to us. He was very knowledgeable and directed us to the right dishes. We much appreciated this gesture.
Masitas de Puerco – Cuban style morsels of pork marinated in a criolla sauce and roasted Sevilla’s bitter oranges.
A Lomo Saltado – Sauteed strips of prime sirloin with fresh tomatoes, cilantro, red onions and green peppers on a special Peruvian sauce.
I am sure Debbie, from Cake Break, will be there too!! She is located at 7 South First Street in downtown Rehoboth Beach. Website? http://www.cakebreakrehoboth.com. You can find them on Facebook as CakeBreakRehoboth and on Twitter as CakeBreakRB.
Cake Break is a gourmet cupcake company. Their facility is peanut free. They also have gluten free and vegan cupcakes. I was telling Debbie that I love the density of her cupcakes. I don’t want to bite into air. They are excellent.
I am sure that she will have an assortment of them, just like she did last week, when I ate 2 of them; The Salty Dawg on the left had yellow cake with caramel frosting. The Chocolate Overload on the right had chocolate chip cupcake dunked in ganache, filled and topped with chocolate icing and chocolate shavings.
New from Cake Break! They are shipping gluten free products.
Greenbranch Organic Farm, located in Salisbury, Maryland, had the prettiest radishes. This farm is already taking orders for Thanksgiving Turkeys. Their turkeys are raised on their farm where they have access to grass, clover, bugs and sunshine!! Tel. 443-736-7779. Website? http://www.greenbranchfarm.com.
Soooo…if you are in Downtown Rehoboth Beach on Tuesday, remember the market is open from Noon until 3 p.m. Have a good one!!
October 21st, 2012
This is a must stop shop in Rehoboth Beach, I thought, as I stepped into Bella Luna with my Breve. This shop is eclectic, whimsical and fun!! It is located in the heart of Downtown Rehoboth Beach, at 127 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-227-0267. Website? http://www.bellalunatic.com. The owner is Janice Elder.
 
Bella Luna is, definitely, ready for all the upcoming festivals and holidays at the Delaware Beaches. It is bursting with merchandise. If you cannot find anything here, then you must be pretty hard to please. The store is geared for women. As I was taking some of the pictures, a couple of guys were sitting on benches outside, commenting how much their wives liked Bella Luna. So typical….waiting outside hoping the wives don’t yell “honey, come and see this”.
So…shall we start shopping?
The Sea Witch Festival is next week-end, right here in Rehoboth Beach. In order to fit in you need to wear something a little witchy.
 
Earrrings!! Great prices, as well.
Lotions, potions, and candles too!!
Scarves and fun stuff!!
Tea towels and art!!
Janice was also bringing out some of the Christmas decorations.
 
Bella Luna has a line of cards that is one of my favorites. It is called Curly Girl Design. They are so much fun and holiday cards are also available.
So much to see at Bella Luna; the pictures don’t do justice. Best to visit and spend some time. Bella Luna also carries, jackets, gloves and bags…as the weather get colder those items are very much sought after.
Stop by and say hello….Rehoboth Beach merchants are very friendly!!
October 20th, 2012
The heading says it all…Fall in Love with Rehoboth Beach. It is so gorgeous here today. Could not wait to stop by Nicola Pizza for one of our usual indulgences…..a large cheese, with sweet peppers, and onions… Oh, also we like it well done!!
Nicola Pizza is an institution in Rehoboth Beach. There are other pizza places in town…I love their sauce…a bit sweet and delicious.
The pictures say it all. Rehoboth is well into its Second Season….it is a love fest if you come to the beach.
Hard to find parking. Check it out for yourselves. Please note that all the pictures on this post were taken today.
I continued strolling on the ocean block in Downtown Rehoboth Beach when I stopped to talk to Corey. He is from Fisher’s Popcorn. Another favorite at the Delaware and Maryland Beaches. Nothing better than that warm caramel popcorn. Did you know that it was Gluten Free?
Standing by the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand, reminds me that summer, as we know it, is over. This is the life of Downtown Rehoboth Beach during the summer. Concerts every week. A very focal point for everyone.
The Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk have received an award of excellence. It is wide and people do enjoy it. Today, as the temperatures reached 70 degrees you can see that people are out and about enjoying one outstanding day in Rehoboth Beach.
The Atlantic Ocean!!
And for the kids…extra fun!!
Have a great day!! Talk to you later…
October 19th, 2012
It was late afternoon, a little cloudy in Rehoboth Beach, and a slight chill in the air. A cup of coffee to recharge was in order. On Thursday afternoon Rehoboth was somewhat quiet; plenty of parking available, which I loved.
My son, Michael and I decided to stop at The Coffee Mill, located in the Rehoboth Mews “Alleyway”, at 127 B Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-227-7530. Website? http://www.coffeemillrehoboth.com. The Coffee Mill is currently celebrating its 20 years in Downton Rehoboth Beach. It opens at 7 a.m. year-round. Please check the website for online shopping and shipping by visiting http://www.coffeemillrehoboth.com/order.htm. Orders are freshly ground and shipped within 24 hours.
As we came in the feeling was that this was a true coffee shop. We met Vit, our Barista. The Coffee Mill has over 100 coffees and teas. Every day there are 6 different coffee blends available.
The coffee shop offers periodicals, art, t-shirts, wireless internet, and outdoor seating, as well.
I knew exactly what I wanted the moment I saw it. A large Breve. Breve is short for espresso. Have it with half & half or semi skimmed milk. The half & half increases the amount of foam. Vit outdid himself. I can confidently say that it was the best coffee I have had in Rehoboth Beach.
We proceeded to sit outside under the red umbrella to enjoy our coffee indulgence; tables are set up and down the alleyway.
The Coffee Mill’s specialty is coffee, but they also serve baked goods, sandwiches and salads.
 
Their new products are “Coffee in The Raw”….check them out.
Do you want to follow them on Facebook and Twitter?
Soooo…if you are looking for a really good cup of coffee, now you know where to go!! Talk to you later.
 
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