September 25th, 2012

Annual Events, 50th Annual Rehoboth Christmas Shop, 36th Annual Fall Sidewalk Sale, Delaware SPCA Bark on the Boards, Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk Buddy Walk, Rehoboth Beach, Nation’s Summer Capital, Save the Dates, October 5th through October 7th, Delaware Beaches

A full week-end will be October 5th through October 7th, in Rehoboth Beach.  Among the many events that Rehoboth hosts every year, these are ones that people wait for, plan for and enjoy so much.  Here is the information with websites and telephone numbers.  All you have to do is come on down!!

50th Annual Rehoboth Christmas Shop – For 50 years this event has been going on in Rehoboth Beach.  It will be held at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, located at 229 Rehoboth Avenue.  It is presented by the Episcopal Church Women of All Saint’s Church in Rehoboth Beach and St. George’s Chapel, Harbeson, Delaware.  Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.  More info?  Please call 302-227-7202.  Website? http://www.allsaintsrehoboth.org.

Unique gifts, clothing, jewelry, gourmet foods, holiday decor and much more.

Admission is $1.  Kids 12 and under are free.  Luncheon served daily in the Christmas Cafe.

Christmas Shop kick off Gala Preview Party will Thursday, 10/4 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.  Complimentary food and beverages.  Party donation is $30 at the door.  All proceeds benefit local charities.

36th Annual Fall Sidewalk Sale. – Everybody loves a bargain.  It is a week-end full of fabulous finds.  Deals, deals, and more deals.  Shop till you drop!! The sale starts on Friday and goes through Sunday.  Shops open from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. (store hours may vary).

2012 Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk Buddy Walk & Buddy Fest – Since 2006 –  Walking for Down Syndrome in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware – Register or donate online at http://www.boardwalkbuddywalk.com.  Friday, October 5th is the Buddy Up Party at the Dewey Beach Lions Club Community Center located 115 McKinley St. & The Bay in Dewey Beach.  5 p.m. until 8 p.m.  Plenty of free food and entertainment.  Fabulous Silent Auction.  Tip well at the cash bar as the Lions Club bartenders will donate their tips to the cause.  Free soft drinks for the kids.  Free walker registration at the party.

On Saturday, 10/6 –  Buddy Walk at Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk & Bandstand.  Registration at 7:30 a.m.  Walk starts at 9:00 a.m.  All information is on the above mentioned website.  Please note that 100% of the net proceeds are donated to organization that provide social, educational, and occupational opportunities, and care to people with Down Syndrome.

Delaware SPCA Bark on the Boards – Dog Walk on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk on Saturday.  Walk. Play. Fundraise.  The Delaware SPCA is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  There is no umbrella “SPCA” organization and the Delaware SPCA does not receive State or County funding.  They rely on donations to make their live saving work possible.  The walk starts at Lake Gerar Park with 10 a.m. registration and 11 a.m. walk.

The Grand Marshals will be Delaware SPCA Alumnus, Mr. Beefy, and members of the US Coast Guard.  Mr. Beefy went from shelter dog to official military dog when he was adopted by the Coast Guard Station at the Indian River Inlet.  He will kick off the Walk!!

Register online by visiting http://www.delspca.org.  New this year are Virtual Walkers.  Even if you cannot make it to the dog walk, you can be a virtual walker in the event.  Participate from anywhere, raise money and compete for fundraising prizes!  Same registration fee applies.  More info?  Please visit http://www.delspca.org.

Step Up for Animals – Raise the most money and your dog will be featured at Top Dog 2013 for next year’s walk.  Your pup will be included in event publicity, kick off the walk in 2013, and win a “Top Dog” trophy.

Will be a full week-end at the Delaware Beaches!!

September 17th, 2012

What’s Going On? Rehoboth Beach, Activities, Events, Entertainment…Delaware Beaches

Are you spending time with us, in Rehoboth Beach, this week?  Check what’s going on.

From the Rehoboth Art League:

The Art League was founded in 1938.  Its founding members were artists and educators.  It is a very active art league with classes, activities, and events year-round.  It is located at 12 Dodds Lane in Henlopen Acres. Tel. 302-2270-8408.  Website?  http://www.rehobothartleague.org.  It opens Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Sunday from Noon until 4 p.m.

Through September 30th – “By the Sea” – Exhibit at the Homestead Gallery.  Fine arts and crafts by area artists.

The Homestead, Rehoboth Art League

Also, through September 30th – “Delaware and New Mexico Paintings – Exhibit at the Ventures Gallery.  This exhibit features works by Ray Petersen.

Gardens at the Rehoboth Art League

And, the Fourth Annual Regional Juried Exhibition at the Corkran and Tubbs Galleries is on-going, as well.  This exhibition features fine arts and fine crafts.

Tuesday, 9/18 – Rehoboth Beach Farmers’ Market at Grove Park by the Roundabout from Noon until 4 p.m.  Rain or shine.  This outdoor market is will be open through October 25th.  Local produce and baked good and a nice representation of some of Rehoboth’s favorites restaurants, as well.  Website?  http://www.rbfarmersmarket.com

Wednesday, 9/19 – “The New You” – Cancer Support Community Delaware.  5:00 p.m.  Location? 18947 John J. Williams Highway (Rt. 24), Rehoboth Beach.  It is a survivor’s support group addressing the ongoing needs of cancer survivors.  Please call to register 302-645-9150.  Website?  http://www.cancersupportdelaware.org

Wednesday, 9/19 – Tot Time at the Rehoboth Beach Public Library,located at 226 Rehoboth Ave. from 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m.  Stories, music and movement for children ages 1-3.  More info? Please call 302-227-8044. Website? http://www.rehobothlibrary.org

Wednesday, 9/19 – Dining for Down Syndrome at Pig & Fish located at 236 Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Fish & Chips?, Hog Wings? Or, maybe the Lobster Mac & Cheese.  A fundraising event for the Buddy Walk.  All you have to do is eat, pay your bill and Pig & Fish will donate a portion of their sales to the Buddy Walk. The 2012 Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk Buddy Walk will be Saturday, October 6th at 9 a.m. at the Boardwalk and Bandstand.  But the festivities start on Friday, October 5th with the Buddy Up Party at the Dewey Beach Lions Club Community Center at 115 McKinley St. & the Bay.  More info?  Please visit http://www.boardwalkbuddywalk.com

Thursday, 9/20 – Another program from Cancer Support Community-Delaware.  Meditation for Relaxation.  Location? 18947 John J. Williams Highway (Rt. 24), Rehoboth Beach at 5 p.m.  Experience the health benefits of meditation and how it reduces stress and enhances breathing, focus, and relaxation.  Free for those affected by cancer.  Call to register 302-645-9150.  Website? http://www.cancersupportdelaware.org

Friday, 9/21 – Tour the Anna Hazzard Tent House on Fridays through September 28th.  All tours start at the Anna Hazzard Tent House at 17 Christian Street in Rehoboth Beach at 9 a.m.  The tours are included with the cost of admission to the Rehoboth Beach Museum, which is paid when the tour arrives at the museum.  To reserve a space, please call 302-227-7310.  The Rehoboth Beach Museum is located at 511 Rehoboth Avenue near the traffic circle with the lighthouse and the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center.  For more information, please visit

Friday, 9/21 – Clear Space Theatre Company reaches a Milestone with the 100th production; the comedy, Shirley Valentine.  This one woman tour de force is an intimate, moving and hysterical look at the life of a British housewife who discovers that her humdrum existence isn’t quite as dead as she thought.  Clear Space Theatre is located at 20 Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.  Please visit http://www.clearspacetheatre.org, for information.  The box office telephone is 302-227-2270.

Have a good one!!