June 19th, 2012
Cooler in Delray Beach than at the Delaware Beaches today. Going to Florida? My neighbors asked surprised. Aren’t you hot enough here? Another would say. Actually, I do like Florida in the summer, particularly Delray Beach. It is much quieter during the day; it still gets hopping at night, though.
Intersection of Atlantic Ave. & A1A
Delray Beach is the perfect town to walk, bike, and sit on a most beautiful unobstructed beach. As I took off for an out and about morning walk, the first thing I noticed was the ocean was rough. But, a few were taking time to enjoy the wind, the ocean and one awesome day at the beach.
My walk took me up and down A1A, right along the beach. I am posting pictures so you can see how pretty it was.
Delray Beach is known for having great restaurants; outdoor seating is having a best seat in the house.
Hellos and good mornings were exchanged between the walkers and joggers.
And, what do you see I heard? Oh, I am checking the sea grapes. They still have some time to go. She thought I had seen a bird. Off she went.
The avocados are growing. In a month or so they will probably be ready.
But, plenty of mangoes…and the ones I picked yesterday are truly delicious.
So…have a great day!!
October 14th, 2011
Old School Square is a Cultural Arts Center in Delray Beach. It is also a National Historic Site. It is located at 51 N. Swinton Ave. Tel. 561-243-7922. Website? www.oldschool.org.
This Village by the Sea is the perfect coastal town. It has the beach, shops, countless restaurants for all tastes and the town can entertain beyond belief. There is always something going on.
Opening Night is tonight, Friday, from 7 – 10:30 p.m. and until December 30th – Free Outdoor Concerts; a mix of music for the masses, right at the Oss Pavilion.
Please bring your chairs and blankets and get ready to have a good time. Leave your pets and other outside foods and drinks behind, though.
Opening act will be Amber Leigh, a crossover Country sensation. She is one of Florida’s leading entertainers now on the Country Network. Known for her gripping vocals and dynamic fiddle, mandolin and guitar playing.
Amber is orinally from South Florida and started playing at Delray’s Boston’s on the Beach 15 years ago. You can visit her website, www.amberleigh.com.
To know what other entertainers will be on the schedule, please visit www.oldschool.org/performances.asp.
It was just a matter of time; 15 Gourmet Food Trucks will be there as well, yum… Free admission to the concerts, family friendly, and cash bar.
If you are in Delray Beach….have a great evening…
February 4th, 2011
After not seeing too much color due to the fact that snow only comes in white, I am taking it all in. Such was the case this morning when I took a walk on A1A and the Beach. Walkers; all ages, bikers, runners, pets were all taking advantage of a beautiful morning in Delray Beach.
Delray is the perfect place for outdoor activities; the Beach being one of many. It is amazing to see an unobstructed beach for over 1 mile long. Then I saw the marker, south of Atlantic Avenue and A1A. The marker is from the Delray Beach Historical Society and the Robert Neff Family.
“In 1899, Sara Gleason, Belle G. Dimick Reese and Ella M. Dimick Potter dedicated the Beach to the public.”
In 1895 Sara Gleason and her husband, W. H. Hunt, sold a parcel of land containing the beach area to William S. Linton for about $10,000 an acre, except for a small portion then occupied by the Orange Grove House of Refuge. A mortgage from William Linton, U.S. Congressman from Michigan, who was promoting a town here called Linton, secured $3,000 of the purchase price.
At the end of 1895, civil engineer, H. Burslem Thomson drew a plat describing the Town of Linton. The plat, filed by William Linton and the Model Land Company during 1896, contained the first dedication for public use of what is now this mile long municipal beach. When William Linton defaulted, the mortgage was foreclosed half to Sara Gleason and half to the heirs of W. H. Hunt, his granddaughters, Belle Reese, and Ella Potter.
These 3 women filed a replat dedicating the are east of the ocean beach lots and “Ocean Road” to the public in 1899.
If they could only see how many visitors and residents enjoy this scenery.
On this beach front walk there are benches and kiosks where you can rest or just taking in the views.
A Village by the Sea, certainly a lot of fun and preserved by those that know what a gem it is!!
Have a great Day!!!…talk to you later….
January 24th, 2011
As I look outside my window, it is so sunny here at the Delaware Beaches; just an illusion because it is really like 15 degrees. So, writing a post about Delray is definitely the thing to do. If you are visiting Palm Beach County you might want to check a few of the upcoming events in Delray and vicinity.
I have told you before that Delray Beach is the type of coastal town that has it all; the unobtructed beaches, the shops, the restaurants and definitely, the entertainment. A little bit for everyone to enjoy. One thing this town does very well is its festivals and fairs. I have never seen a town that can close a main street and fill it to capacity with vendors, musicians and artists in a blink of an eye. When is all over done with, it comes down just as fast as it went up.
Being that this his the height of the season for this Village by the Sea, check what’s going on:
Thursday, 1/27 – It is Art & Jazz On The Avenue – Once a month, during the season, and on a Thursday, live musical entertainment is what you will hear and experience On the Avenue. Open house specials, and gallery exhibitions are among the many things to enjoy. Even though it is On the Avenue, it will also extend to the SW 5th Avenue Plaza. More info? Please visit www.downtowndelraybeach.com/Art-and-Jazz.
Thursday, 1/27 and continuing with the celebration of the Art & Jazz on the Avenue, there will be an Organic Wine Tasting at Nutrition Cottage. When in Delray I visit this Health Food store because they carry so many gluten free items; more than in any other place I have visited near Delray. Their organic wine tasting will be from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
This wine tasting is called “Ravishing Reds”, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Nutrition Cottage is located at 407 E. Atlantic Ave. Tel. 561-272-8571. Website is www.nutritioncottage.com.
Nutrition Cottage is more than a healthfood store; it is also a juice bar and cafe.
Thursday – 1/27 – At the Entertainment Pavillion at Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave. you will find Rock the Avenue: The Heavy Pets. They are an American Rock ‘n Roll band known for their catchy tunes and powerhouse performances.
This is a FREE outdoor concert in partnership with Delray’s Art & Jazz event. Time? 7:30 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. More info? Please visit www.oldschool.org.
Friday, 1/28 – Murder at the Beach – Booksigning – 7:00 p.m. If you enjoy reading as much as I do, this is the coziest murder mystery bookstore you will find in Delray. Located at 273 NE 2nd Ave. (Pineapple Grove). Tel. 561-279-7790. Website is www.murderonthebeach.com.
On Friday, author Ian Vasquez will be signing Mr. Hooligan. His book is about Riley James, who was small time, just a kid, running messages and money for the Monsanto Brothers, the real players in Belize City. Then one slip in judgment left 2 men dead. The Monsantos handled the situation for their young protege…but accepting this favor put Riley inescapably in their debt.
Now, 2 years later, he’s a pro picking up drug drops under the Coast Guard’s nose and guiding boats through the reefs. He wants out….
The author, Ian Vasquez was raised in Belize but resides in Tampa, Florida.
Please note that Murder on the Beach has the largest collection of Florida authors that specialize in murder mysteries.
Friday, 1/28 – All Shook Up at the Crest Theatre, Old School Square located at 51 N. Swinton Ave., Tel. 561-243-7922. Website is www.oldschool.org.
All Shook Up is Footloose, Happy Days and Grease, all rolled into one national tour. It is the zany story of mistaken identities, romance and rebellion through the power of rock ‘n roll music.
Friday’s performance is at 8 p.m.
Saturday there are 2 performances; one at 2 p.m. and one at 8 p.m.
Sunday’s performance will be at 2 p.m.
For tickets and information, please call or visit www.oldschool.org.
Friday, 1/28 – Gallery Walk starting at 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. – This event gives visitors and residents an opportunity to see what an art community Delray Beach really is. The participating galleries, and there are many, will offer wine and cheese and will stay open extended hours so that you can get to know them better. This Gallery Walk is every Friday.
Saturday, 1/29 – Just like every Saturday you will find Delray Green Market open for business. The location? SE 4th Ave., 1/2 block south of Atlantic Ave. They will be there from 8 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. It is an open air market filled with local produce, baked goods, foods, music and flowers. Best way to start your Saturday morning.
More info? Call Lori Nolan at 561-276-711 or visit www.delraycra.org.
Saturday, 1/29 and Sunday, 1/30 – You will find Artists in the Park pretty much every week-end. The location is Veterans Park, right there at Atlantic Ave., at the Intracoastal. It is a free outdoor festival where you can browse and relax.
Have a great time…enjoy that Village by the Sea…kick back and relax…that’s what you are there for….
June 13th, 2010
For the past few days I have been in Delray Beach, but I am now at the Delaware beaches and as I sit down to write this post, I just have to give thanks for being fortunate enough to experience “life along the coast”.
I was not going to start with that paragraph but last night as I sat together with friends for a fantastic meal, along the beach, I asked one of my friends how he was. His answer? Wonderful, life is good. My statement? Aren’t we so lucky to live where we live?
And, that brought my thoughts to Delray Beach. It is one of those towns that grabs you once you experience it.
This Village by the Sea has maintained its charm through history. Its residents are making sure it stays that way. That is the main attraction to this coastal town in Palm Beach County.
Among other attractions are the festivals and fairs that are held during the year in Delray’s historic downtown streets. The restaurants are the best, with most of them having outdoor seating. And, saving the best for last is the beach. Totally unobstructed and pristine.
One feature this town offers is the availability to walk everywhere. It is heaven for runners and bikers.
It was hot, that its the truth but no hotter than here in Delaware in the summer, or in Puerto Rico where I just also visited.
The Second Season in Delray is what the locals and residents wait for. During the day is quiet but at night the restaurants are crowded and the town is alive.
Blue sky, humid, plenty of sunshine all day, but in the early morning, along A1A, which is the road parallel to the beach, you will find everyone exercising. This is a beautiful long walk. The view is just amazing since the ocean is right there and as you walk you hear the small waves hitting the shore.
So, this is Delray Beach, definitely, A Village by The Sea during the early morning:
I smile when I see these pictures because, how could you not fall in love with it? Talk to you later….
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