October 5th, 2013
Destination? Lewes, Delaware!! This seaside, quaint and historic town was the first first settled by the Dutch in 1631. Named Swanendael which also means Valley of the Swans. It is located right at Cape Henlopen, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Delaware Bay.
Lewes is a year round resort with many events, activities, and entertainment being offered practically every week-end. The town is very walkable with plenty of restaurants and shops, art galleries and museums.
The Visitor Center and Lewes Chamber of Commerce are located at 120 Kings Highway, in the historic Fisher-Martin House next to the Zwaanendael Museum.
So….What’s Going On?
Saturday, 10/5, Sunday, 10/6 – “TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME” – Mid-Atlantic VBBL Championship Tournament. The Lewes Historical Society is the home of the Lewes Vintage Base Ball Club. This is a vintage ball club that participates in the Mid Atlantic Vintage Base Ball League and a member of the Vintage Base Ball Association. They play the games at the University of Delaware Lewes Campus near the Virden Conference Center at 700 Pilottown Rd. The earlies known reference as of today, of baseball in Lewes, is from February 1874 when a match between Lewes and Milton was advertised for March 1, 1874.
Rules are a bit different: The ability to catch the ball on one bounce for an out and no gloves are permitted for fielders. Pitchers throw underhand; batters are called strikers; foul balls can be caught on the bounce for an out.
The tournament on Saturday and Sunday starts at Noon. It looks like the weather will be perfect for a day at the park!!
Saturday, 10/5 – LEWES HISTORICAL SOCIETY OCTOBER CRAFT FAIR – 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Historical Complex located at Second & Shipcarpenter Streets, one block from downtown Historic Lewes. This is a very popular fair, bringing many visitors to Lewes. There will be many fine crafstmen from Delaware and the Eastern Shore, exhibiting crafts in the media ranging from pottery to woodworking. Listen to live music, walk through the historical sites and enjoy a beautiful Second Season in Lewes.
Saturday, 10/5 – LEWES IN BLOOM PLANT SALE – As you walk through Historic Lewes, please stop by 2nd & Bank Street for the Lewes in Bloom Plant Sale, which will start at 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. More info? Please visit http://www.lewesinbloom.org.
Saturday, 10/5 – FALL HISTORIC LEWES FARMERS’ MARKET – The Historic Lewes Farmers Market has added a Fall Market which begins today, Saturday, 10/5 until Saturday, November 23rd, which is the last Saturday before Thanksgiving. It will be located at Shields Elementary School Public Parking Lot on Savannah Rd. & Sussex Drive. Your favorite vendors will be there…fall veggies, fruits, flowers…More info? Please visit http://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org.
Saturday, 10/5, Sunday, 10/6 – FALL SALE IN HISTORIC LEWES – Merchants are offering plenty of sales on Saturday and Sunday throughout the Historic Lewes Commercial District….great merchandise at amazing prices. 10 a.m. through 5 p.m.
Saturday, 10/5 – SHIPWRECKS, STORMS & SCIENCE – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Zwaanendael Museum. Today, Saturday, will be a long slate of historical games and maritime history, and archaeology activities. At 2 p .m. there will be a presentation on the Roosevelt Inlet and DeBraak shipwrecks. Please call 302-645-1148 for more info.
Saturday, 10/5 – LEWES’ 18TH ANNUAL BOAST THE COAST MARITIME FESTIVAL – 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. Maritime-themed activities throughout the day and into the evening. The Boast the Coast activities in 1812 Park and at the City Duck will begin at 11 a.m. The Lighted Boat Parade culminates the day’s activities at dusk on the canal. To check the schedule of activities, please visit http://www.leweschamber.com/event/chamber-events/lewes-18th-annual-boast-coast.maritime-festival.
Sunday, 10/6 – RUN 4 THE HOUSE 5K – 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. – Join Irish Eyes and help support families with seriously ill or injured children staying at the Ronal McDonal House of Delaware. This is the 2nd annual 5K Run/Walk on Sundahy. Registration begins at 8 a.m. with the race starting at 9 a.m. Irish Eyes will be hosting a post party with free drinks and food.
Registration on the day of the race is $25. Student entry is $20. Ronald McDonald will be on hand for free 1k Children’s Run for children 10 and under. Ribbons will be awarded to all children who finish. Free t-shirts for all registered runners and walkers. For more information on the race and the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware, please visit http://www.running4thehouse.com.
Have a great week-end!!
April 26th, 2013
One month away before the gates open and the Delaware Beaches start doing what they do best….receive visitors with open arms. The Delaware Beaches are rehearsing for the coming months. So if you have decided to get out of town this week-end and head out to the Delaware Beaches…check What’s Going On?
LEWES
Saturday, 4/27 – 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. – The War Years, an annual re-enactment event. See period uniforms, barracks displays, equipment and gun demonstrations. Fort Miles is located within Cape Henlopen State Park. After entering the park continue past the toll booths and turn right at the T-intersection. Continue straight and bear left near the campground entrance. The Fot Miles Historic Site is on the right, directly across the street from the observation tower. There are plenty of signs to guide you to the destination. At 1 p.m. a re-enactment of the German U-858 submarine surrender will take place. The artillery demonstrations will be at 10 a.m., Noon, 2:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. More info? Please visit http://www.fortmilesha.org.
Sunday, 4/28 – “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” – 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. The Lewes Vintage Base Ball Club vs the Diamond States. Location? University of Delaware Lewes campus near the Virden Conference Center grounds at 700 Pilottown Rd. The Lewes Vintage Base Ball Club plays by 1864 rules which have several differences from contemporary baseball.
REHOBOTH BEACH
Saturday, 4/27 – The Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival invites you to their 2013 Line Up Announcement Celebration and CD Release Party for Brian Simpson, featuring special Guest Star, Art Sherrod. 9:00 p.m. at Old Bay Restaurant located at 18693 Highway 1 (Coastal Highway) in Rehoboth Beach. Those who attend will be able to buy premium seats of your choice for events at this year’s Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival, which will take place on October 17th-20th. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. Tickets may be purchased online at http://www.rehobothjazz.com, at the door, subject to availability, or by phone 800-595-4849. Tickets are $10.00. Your attendance helps to celebrate live music!
Sunday, 4/28 – Walk for Sight sponsored by the Delaware Lions Foundation. Grove Park behind the Visitors Center and the roundabout in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Registration begins at 12 Noon until 1 p.m. The walk begins at 1 p.m. More info? Please call Wayne Powers at 410-924-2745.
Sunday, 4/28 – Nage Rehoboth Annual Spring Wine Festival – A benefit for The Children’s Beach House. Over 50 wines from around the world, food by The Chefs at Nage Rehoboth, Create your own Blend, Wine & Food pairing station, Blind Wine Tastings, Silent Auction. Tickets are $35 per person with a portion going to the Children’s Beach House. You have to be 21 to attend. If you are a fan of Nage’s chefs there will be a One-Time Only Battle of the Chefs!! Root for your favorite former Nage chef as they battle current Chef, Ted Deptula!! Nage is located at 19730 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1) Please visit http://www.nagerestaurant.com. Tel. 302-226-2037
Tuesday, 4/30 – Job Fair Hosted by Senator Carper, Senator Coons & Congressman Carney at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, located at 229 Rehoboth Avenue. It starts at 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. More info? Please email latisha_bracy@coons.senate.gov.
DEWEY BEACH
Saturday, 4/27 – Dewey Beach Treasure Fest Community Yard Sale on Dickinson St. & the Bay. 8 a.m. until Noon. It is a town wide event. Free parking and free food!! More info? http://www.deweybusinesspartnership.com.
Saturday, 4/27 – Doodles in Dewey, which started in 2005 as a fundraiser for the Food and Friends organization, as a way to honor a young man who died from aids. He was a teacher, counselor and a dog lover who used Food and Friends services when he was ill. In his memory, the Doodle Romp started and continues. So, this is the 8th Annual Doodles in Dewey. There will be a 9:30 meet on the beach off Saulsbury St. entrance off Rt. 1 in Dewey. 11:30 a.m. Raffle, then Group Picture. Noon…lunch, either on your own or buy Grotto Pizza on the Beach as part of the Romp. Yappy Hour at 4 p.m. at Sharkey’s. Dinner at 7 p.m. at Lazy Susan on Rt. 1. More info? Please visit http://www.doddlesindewey.com/schedule.htm.
Saturday, 4/27 – 1 – 4 p.m. Chili Cook Off at the Rusty Rudder. 30 vendors…plenty to sample. It is also Free!!
MILFORD
Only about 25 minutes away from Rehoboth Beach, the town of Milford is holding their 10th Bug & Bud Festival on Saturday, 4/27, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Please visit http://www.downtownmilford.org for more info.
OCEAN VIEW
Sunday, 4/28 – Brunch & Bubbly at the Bear Trap Dunes Clubhouse in Ocean View. This is a fundraising event for Children & Families First, http://www.cffde.org. In 1884, 3 local organiations, The Friends Benevolent Society, The Provident Society, and the St. Vincent de Paul Society, combined to form the Associated Charities of Wilmington. Their purpose was “To ensure that all who have fallen into distress…shall be wisely helped to regain self-support…” Through various mergers with other charitable organizations over the past 126 years…Children & Families First. It is a non profit social services agency whose branches have touched every corner of Delaware; improving the lives of those in need.
The Sunday Brunch & Bubbly will be a lot of fun with a Champagne Menu and a delicious menu by DiFebo’s Bistro. They will be offering: Specialty Quiche Assortment, Fresh Asparagus Wrapped with Prosciutto Ham, Mini Spring Rolls with Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce, Grilled Vegetable and Goat Cheese Bruschetta, Raspberry and Brie Cheese Wrapped in Phyllo, Fresh Sliced Fruit with Honey Yogurt and more!!
The Exhibitors will be: Bling Salon, Cookie Lee Jewelry, Floridella Boutique, May Kay Cosmetics, Cabi Clothing, Designs by Aubre Duncan, Tastefully Simple, Faylor’s Foffees, Stephan & Co. Salon, Judith’s Gourmet Cupcakes, Nerium AD…Entertainment by DJ Avery Withers. $32 at the door or, visit http://cffde.org You can also call Marci Urgo at 302-604-6277.
Have a Good One!!
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