June 11th, 2013
Busy, Busy, historic town, located at the entrance of the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean in Southern Delaware. Something for everyone. What’s Going On, Lewes?
We are in the coast and a lot of the events and activities depend upon the weather. That’s why you come to the Delaware Beaches…to experience this casual lifestyle that by no means I take for granted. So, check the weather before you head out.
Tuesday, 6/11 – Summer Concert at Stango Park – Captain Blue’s Grass Band. The genre? Bluegrass. 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Take your blanket, chair, or both, friends and bug spray. Beautiful Stango Park in Lewes is next to the Lewes Public Library along King’s Highway.
Wednesday, 6/12 – Seining the Bay – Search the shallows with a seine net, catching fish, snails, shrimp, crabs, and other critters. Dress appropriately; you will get wet. No flip-flops. Ages 5 and up with a paying adult. No pre-registration is necessary. Tickets are available only on the day of the program. $5/person. Call 302-645-6852. Location? Seaside Nature Center located inside the Cape Henlopen State Park (admission) on 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive.
Until Thursday, 6/13 – Chautauqua – America Takes Flight – 15th Annual Chautauqua Tent Show. Step back in time with musical entertainment, first person theatrical performances, and numerous educational opportunities for the whole family. Free!
Until Friday, 6/14 – 4th Annual Delmarva on View – Lewes Library Benefit Photography Contest & Show. Delaware, Maryland and Virginia in Photographs. Professional and Amateur Categories. For entry, rules and deadlines, please visit http://www.leweslibrary.org
Wednesday, 6/12 – Battery 519 Museum Tour – 2 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. – Take a guided tour of WW II coastal defense gun battery and learn about how it functioned and why it was here. Ages 10 and up, with a paying adult. $5/person. Cash only. More info? Please call 302-645-6852. Call same Tel. for pre-registration. Location? 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, Delaware.
Wednesday, 6/12 – Zumba with Kelly!! 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Lewes Canalfront Park on Front Street, Lewes. It is Free!! Every Wednesday through August 28th.
Wednesday, 6/12 – Fort Miles Lantern Tour – 8:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. Tour the gun battery by lantern light and experience how soldiers defended our coast during WW II. Ages 10 and up with a paying adult. $5/person; cash only please. Call 302-645-6852 for more info. and to pre-register. Location? 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, Delaware.
Thursday, 6/13 – Ghost Crab Walk. Meet at the Seaside Nature Center inside Cape Henlopen State Park, at 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive. The walk starts at 8:30 p.m until 9:30 p.m. Take a flashlight and search the bay for the elusive and fast ghost crab. Ages 7 and up with a paying adult. $5/person. Call 302-645-6852 for further info. and to pre-register.
Friday, 6/14 – Family Boat-Building Weekend on the Banks of the Canal – Lewes was a shipbuilding town, where hundreds of vessels were built. Rekindle this art in Lewes as part of their Family Boatbuilding Weekend over Father’s Day weekend. Support their participating groups and families as they build wooden boats called “Bevin Skiffs” June 14-16 in front of the Lewes Lifesaving Station to view more than 16 wooden boats made by wood boat enthusiasts. Launching of the new handmade Bevin Skiffs at Lewes Canalfront Park on Sunday around 1 p.m. will be the place to be. More info? Please call 302-645-7670.
Friday, 6/14 – Flag Day on Front Street! A Celebration of The Red, White, and Blue!!
Saturday, 6/15 – The 23rd Annual Lewes Garden Tour 2013 – Rain or Shine!! It is sponsored by The Lewes Chamber of Commerce, http://www.leweschamber.com. This is a self-guuided tour of 7 private gardens and one public garden in the Historic Seaport town of Lewes. Five of this year’s gardens are all located in or near the Historic Distric. Many of them are walking distance from the Zwaanendael Park where the Garden market and the Chamber’s Visitor Center are located. Two of the gardens are located on the Lewes Beach-side of the canal.
Lewes’ newest public garden will be on the tour. The Children’s Learning Garden, designed to teach children about all aspects of gardening, is a new initiative by Lewes in Bloom, the award-winning volunteer organization responsible for the beautification of Lewes.
It will be a fun day with more than 40 vendors specializing in garden related retail items and working artists will be in the tour gardens painting. Tour visitors can enjoy beverages and lunch in the Refreshment Tent provided by Cafe Amici in Zwaanendael Park with coffee service beginning at 8 a.m. During the hours of the tour, free shuttle service is available for ticket holders.
Cape Artists painting in the Gardens: 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Libby Zando, Sarah Pavlik, Jean Bowers, Geri Gaskin, Ellen Serafini.
The Garden Tour will begin at 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. $20/person in advance and $25 the day of the Tour. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Lewes Chamber of Commerce located at 120 Kings Highway in the Fisher-Martin House. Payment by charge…Visa and MC by calling the chamber; 302-645-8073. Toll free 877-465-3937.
Sunday, 6/16 – Yoga at Canalfront Park on Front Street in Lewes at 8 a.m.
Have a good one!!
June 13th, 2012
The calendar of events for this historic town is full. You will find yourselves having a great time if you are visiting Lewes. Check out what’s going on….
Thursdays, 6/14 – WSFS Bank Summer Music Program from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Location? Stango Park at 111 Adams Ave. at Kings Highway, behind the Lewes Library. It is a free concert. All you have to do is bring family, friends, and chairs. USAF Heritage will be performing; a Brass Quintet. More info? Please call 302-644-3872.
Friday, 6/15 – Sunday, 6/17 – Lewes Boat Builder Program – An all day event. From the 1600s until the mid 1800s hundreds of vessels of all sizes were built on Lewes Creek. The Lewes Historical Society invites you to be part of their Family Boatbuilding Week-end over Father’s Week-end.
Wooden boats called “Bevin Skiffs” will be built by the participating groups and families. On Saturday, from 10 until 4 p.m. come to the Lewes Lifesaving Station to view more than 16 wooden boats made by wood boat hobbyists. After construction, the groups will launch their new handmade Bevin Skiffs at the Lewes Canalfront Park, located at 211 Front St., on Sunday at around 1 p.m.
You might want to register a group to participate in next year’s event by calling 302-645-7670. More info? Please visit http://www.historiclewes.org/events/lewes-boat-building-program-june-15-17.
Saturday, 6/16 – Historic Lewes Farmers’ Market from 8 a.m. until Noon. Every Saturday, rain or shine, you will find this famous market at the Lewes Historical Society Campus at 110 Shipcarpenter St. Remember that no pets are allowed. More info? Visit http://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org.
Saturday, 6/16 – It is the 22nd Annual Lewes Garden Tour, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Lewes is fully in bloom and these private and public gardens should be in top shape. Rain or shine. It is a self-guided tour of 9 private gardens and one public garden in the historic seaport town of Lewes. You will also find a garden market with vendors specializing in garden related retail items, a free lecture on a gardening related topic and working artists in the gardens. Food Tent in the Park.
The Garden Tour is $15 in advance or $20 of the day of the tour. Tickets can be purchased at the Lewes Chamber of Commerce located at 120 Kings Highway in the Fisher-Martin House. Payment by charge (VISA and MC) can be made by calling the Chamber 302-645-8073, toll free, 877-465-3937.
The Garden Lecture will be at the Zwaanendael Park at 1 p.m. – Using Flower Essence of Life’s Stresses-The Power of Flowers.
Cape Artists painting in the Gardens from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Sunday, 6/17 – Rise & Shine Fitness N’ Fun at Canalfront Park located at 211 Front Street in Lewes. 8 a.m. until Noon. This event is sponsored by Quest Fitness & Kayak.
Enjoy a morning of health and well being and fresh air. The fitness activities will be provided by Quest Fitness instructors. Donations for each activity will be benefitting the Friends of the Canal Front Park.
Yoga with Dimitra from 8 a.m. until 9 a.m.
Lewes Steps Out for Fitness – Info and Sign Up Booth!! They will be there from 8 until 1 p.m. Get outside and get healthy!! This is a popular walking program. Those who sign up will be getting a free pedometer from Beebe Medical Center to record your steps. Lewes Steps Out for Fitness attemps to record millions of steps by its participants during the course of the summer. The program is free and everyone is invited to participate. If you cannot register on Sunday, 6/17, stop by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce beginning on June 18th to sign up. The center is open Monday through Friday from 10 to 4 p.m., Saturday, from 9 to 3 p.m. and Sunday from 10 to 2 p.m. Tel. 302-645-8073.
Fresh fruit with Ideal Nutrition, Kayak and SUP demos in the Cannal, Spinning and Boot Camp, Mat Pilates, Zumba, and Group Fitness.
You need more info? Please contact Matt Carter of Quest Fitness at 302-644-7020. Or, visit www.questfitnesskayak.com.
Sunday, 6/17 – Thursday, 6/21 – The 14th Annual Chautauqua with a theme this year: Rockets Red Glare: 1812 in America.
The programs will be held at Zwaanendael Park, located at 102 Kings Highway, Stango Park located at 111 Adams Ave. at Kings Highway, behind the Lewes Library, and at the Lewes Historical Society located at 110 Shipcarpenter Street.
Chautauqua takes its name from a series of adult education programs first held at Lake Chautauqua, NY, during the late 19th century. It was reborn in the 1970s. Re-enactors take on the persona of celebrated historical figures, speaking and interacting with audiences.
For more information, schedule of events, and performances please visit http://www.history.delaware.gov or call 302-645-1148.
Have a great time!! Relax!!!
June 20th, 2011
I remember when I started posting the activities and events at the Delaware Beaches, the list was so long. Then, I decided it would be better to divide them; each town with their own list. Please remember that the towns at the Delaware Beaches are so close to one another; get in the car and enjoy what the area has to offer. So much to pick and choose from. Stay busy or just lay back; it’s your choice.
The Rehoboth Beach Film Society – Enjoy a Delicious Meal and Support a Good Cause:
Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. and until 9:00 p.m. get a bite to eat at Cake Bar located at 115 Second Street, Lewes.
Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. you can enjoy a meal at Striper Bites located at 107 Savannah Rd., Lewes.
During these designated periods, 10% of your entire check will be donated to the Rehoboth Beach Film Society.
Make sure to request the “Give Back Slip” and circle the Film Society’s name before you leave the restaurant.
The Society needs Film Critics. If you have always wanted to do this, then you will have this opportunity tonight, Monday, June 20th.
Help review films for this year’s Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival. The screening of a documentary or a feature, and a short, time permitting.
Reviewers will be asked to complete a rating form and join a post film discussion.
So, remember, Monday, 6/20 at 7:00 p.m. at The Movies at Midway – Upstairs Screening Room. Just $2.00 admission fee.
More info? Please visit http://www.rehobothfilm.com.
Monday, 6/20 – Thursday, 6/23 – Chautauqua – Dunes, Dancing and Dark Nights: Life on the Delaware Home Front During WWII. Crafts, lectures, and music throughout each day. Evening performances starting at 7 p.m. will feature actors portraying Franklin Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt and Rosie the Riveter. The last night will be a dance with a Big Band. Free.
Monday’s events will be at Zwaanendael Park on Savannah Rd. in Lewes. Tuesday’s events will be at Stango Park on Kings Highway in Lewes and Wednesday’s and Thursday’s events will be at the Lewes Historical Society Complex on Second St., Lewes.
More info? Please call 302-645-1148 or visit www.history.delaware.gov.
Tuesday, 6/21 – Two Friends, Ltd. in Lewes will be celebrating the Summer Solstice from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Free give aways for the first 20 customers through the doors. Drawings throughout the day. The Vera Bradley Rep will be joining them, as well.
More info? Please visit http://www.twofriendslewes.com. You can also find them on Facebook.
Is your dog vacationing with you, here, at the Delaware Beaches? In Lewes you will find a few restaurants where you can bring “Fido” with you. Bon Appetit!!
Bethany Blues, Lewes, Rt 1 – Now allows dogs on their outdoor patio. They are located at 18385 Coastal Highway. Tel. 302-644-2500. Website? http://www.bethanyblues.com.
Gilligan’s Waterfront Restaurant & Bar – Dogs are permitted on deck only as weather permits. They are located on 134 Market St. Tel. 302-644-7230. Website? www.gilliganswaterfront.com.
Cafe Azafran located at 109 Market St. is permitting dogs in their enclosed patio which is located on the side. Enter with your dog and then go inside to order. A dog treat will be brought to your pooch and a bowl of water too. Tel. 302-644-4446 and website http://www.cafeazafran.com. You can find them on Facebook, as well.
Have a great day!! Talk to you later…
June 11th, 2011
It is so funny how you only visit certain places when you have guests. I had not seen Rosalyn in probably 29 years or so. Maybe even more. We have reconnected; definitely very nice. For the past week we have been all over the place; from Lewes to Berlin.
Thursday was the last tour; a walk through Second Street, Lewes, and the Zwaanendael Museum. I have been meaning to write a post on this beautiful museum but for some reason or another, I don’t know but I only mentioned it in passing.
The Delaware Beaches have a few museums and this one is definitely worth seeing. It is a small museum. Built in 1931 by the State of Delaware in memory of the Dutch settlement of 1631. The Dutch selected the point of land separating the Atlantic Ocean from the Delaware Bay 22 years after it was discovered by Henry Hudson in 1609. They thought it would have been an ideal site to establish a whaling station. Those 32 settlers were massacred by a local tribe of the Lenni Lenape Indians because of a dispute over a Dutch coat of arms the settlers had mounted on their settlement.
The Museum contains permanent and loaned exhibits dealing with the history of Lewes and Delaware, as well as Dutch gifts and exhibits.
As we came in the girl at the desk was weaving.
Then my attention went to the exhibit of Colorful Glass – The Legend of Mary Gregory, 1856 – 1908. Blues, reds, greens, light pinks and browns.
Mary Gregory had been an employee of the Boston and Sandwich Glass Factory from 1880 – 1884. “Legend” says that she painted thousands of portraits of children on colorful glassware, using white enamel.
Miss Gregory did not marry; did not have children. Painting this artwork was said to have been her way to fulfill her “maternal” longing.
Stop by so you can see it for yourself. It really is delicate and so pretty.
The first floor’s exhibit is “Maritime History on the Delaware”. It showcases 11,000 years of Lewes culture.
At the Museum you will also find the HMS DeBraak exhibit. This was a 16-gun brig-rigged sloop-of-war of the Royal Navy that capsized and sank in a storm at the north of Delaware River in 1798. In 1984 the wreck was located and identified….
The second floor of the Museum has a smaller exhibit and tables are set up for classes and discussions.
Save the Date – The 13th Annual Chautauqua Tent Show – Life on the Delaware Homefront during WWII. It will take place on Sunday, 6/19 until Thursday, 6/23. Locations? Zwaanendael Park, Stango Park and the Lewes Historical Society.
I hate to admit it but I did not know what Chautauqua meant. It is an educational movement in the U.S. that was very popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries. They were assemblies that spread throughout rural America until the mid 20’s. Chautauqua brought entertainment and culture for the whole family; speakers, teachers, musicians, entertainers, preachers and the specialists of the day.
Chautauqua – “The Most American Thing in America” is what President Rossevelt was quoted as saying.
The Zwaanendael Museum is located at the corner of Savannah Rd at Kings Highway. It is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Sundays from 1:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. It is closed on Mondays and admission is free. To schedule tours and for more information, please call 302-645-1148.
Too hot?, Too Rainy?, Tired of the Beach?, No more shopping?, Then you know what’s next…the Zwaanendael Museum. Have a good one!!
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