October 1st, 2011
According to the 2010 census the population of the town of Dewey Beach is 341 and this number has increase dover the past 10 years. It definitely increases during the summer when over 30,000 people enjoy what a lot believe to be “a way of life”.
Dewey’s location makes it the perfect place to visit for those who love the ocean, the bay, sports, bar hopping, restaurants and entertainment. All this can be found on a very walkable 1 mile long strip and only 2 blocks wide.
The Atlantic Ocean on one side, the Rehoboth Bay on the other. Dewey is a summer beach town.
It can get very quiet during the second season but during the week-end, Dewey can still hold its own. If you are visiting, this is what you will find on Dewey’s calendar.
Sunday, October 2nd – 9th Annual Celebrity Chefs’ Beach Brunch at Rusty Rudder – It is a fundraising event for Meals on Wheels Delaware. Top area chefs, wines, cocktails and a very impressive silent auction. $95 You can get tickets at www.beachbrunch.com or call 302-656-3257.
Meals on Wheels offers hot meals every day, along with warm smiles from those volunteers that deliver them to so many in our area.
Sunday is not the only day where we can raise funds for this wonderful organization.
Meals on Wheels is at 32409 Lewes Georgetown Highway, Lewes, DE 19958. Tel. 302-645-7449 or visit www.beachmeals.com.
Monday, October 3rd – Harry Derrickson Memorial Golf Tournament at the Rehoboth Country Club is also for Meals on Wheels.
I wrote a post on http://www.aboutmybeaches.com where you can certainly find all the information pertaining to this golfing day in Rehoboth. Just click on the month of September and scroll down to the 19th.
Greyhounds Reach The Beach once again from October 7th until the 10th. To see thousands of greyhounds and their owners getting together in Dewey is wonderful. They have so much fun.
Check “GreyTalk” at http://forum.greytalk.com.
Also, if you need directions to Dewey, please visit http://www.adopt-a-greyhound.org/dewey/deweydirections.
Some of the events I found out were an early bird walk on Wednesday, 10/5 at 1 p.m. at State Park behind Seaside Outlets on Rt. 1 parking lot behind Oskosh store.
Early bird dinner at Zogg’s on Thursday at 6 p.m. on 1 Wilmington Ave.
How about an ice cream social on Friday the 7th at 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. at Adams Ocean Front Hotel parking lot in Dewey?
Friday, 10/7 – Sunday 10/9 – The 35th Annual Fall Sidewalk Sale will start from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Fabulous finds at great prices in the towns of Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach and also on Rt. 1 Outlets.
Saturday, 10/8 – “Dewey Does Pink” – Yes, Dewey Beach is Going Pink. The “Gugie” 5K Run & Pink Party for Breast Cancer will be at the Starboard. It is a run/walk for 1.5 miles; non-competitive in memory of Starboard owner, Steve Montgomery’s mom.
This event will benefit Delaware’s Breast Cancer Coalition. Registration will start at 10:30 a.m. and the race/walk will begin at Noon.
$20 until October 5th, otherwise it will be $25 after that date through the 8th. You can visit http://www.thestarboard.com for more info.
Have a Good One!! Talk to you later….
June 15th, 2011
Have you been to Lewes lately? The town looks so pretty; in the early evening, walking the streets of this historic town is definitely a must.
So many activities planned; I usually pick the ones that catch my attention. Check these ones out.
Friday, June, 17th – Delaware Comedy Theatre Presents YOU LIE! – An all new improvised game show. It will take place at FISH ON, 17300 N. Village Main, Village of Five Points in Lewes. Seating begins at 7:00 p.m. The show is from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. $10.00 per person at the door. Great food and drinks are available separately. Please note that this is an adult show with uncensored, all-improvised material. Call 302-645-9790 for a reservation. Need more info? Then visit www.delawarecomedytheatre.com.
Improv is a form of theatre in which actors use improvisational acting techniques to perform spontaneously. No scripts, no memorized dialogue and no rehearsed scene; in the moment.
Delaware Comedy Theatre is the longest improv theatre company in Delaware. They are located at 1313 Glade Circle West, Rehoboth Beach, DE. Tel. 302-258-5443.
Saturday, 6/18 – Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition continues its fight against breast cancer with the 1st Annual Tall Pines Turns Pink!! It is a Fun 1 Mile & 5K Walk. Registration is at 8:30 a.m. Walk starts at 9:00 a.m. $22 includes shirt and “pink” picnic.
For more information, or to register please visit www.tallpines-del.com. Tall Pines Campground is located west of Lewes, on Rt. 9. The tel. is 302-684-1045.
Directions from Lewes/Rehoboth: West on Rt. 9 (Lewes-Georgetown Highway), approx. 3 miles, turn right on Sweetbriar Rd., then immediately left onto Log Cabin Hill Rd. Tall Pines Campground entrance is over the railroad tracks on your right.
Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition is located at 165 Coastal Highway, Red Mill Center, Lewes, DE. If you need more info., please call Cheryl at 302-644-6844.
They will have: Surviror “Strut”, Picnc, Pink Bingo, Prizes, Karaoke, Bake Sale, Face Painting, Music, Horseshoe Challenge and miniature golf tournament. It is for the whole family!!
Saturday, 6/18 – Some of the gardens in Lewes you cannot even see from the road. It is only when the Lewes Garden Tour steps off for just one day that you will be able to appreciate their beauty. There are only 8 private gardens to be viewed on Saturday. They are of different styles and types. All are located in the historic district; walking distance from one another.
There will be over 40 vendors at the Garden Market which will be located at Zwaanendael Park. They will be selling gardening items. Also, quilters and artists will be in the tour gardens painting and quilting.
Beginning at 1 p.m. 3 garden related lectures in Zwaanendael Park will take place. Coffee will be available at 8 a.m. and then refreshments and lunch in the tent.
At 1 p.m. John Feliciani who is the retired director of Winterthur’s Horticultural Dept. – Winter Garden.
1:45 p.m. Brenda Brady, Master Gardener and Member of the City of Lewes Parks & Recreation Commission will lecture on “Restoration of Fisher-Martin Colonial Garden.
2:30 p.m. Valery Cordrey, Co-Owner of East Coast Garden Center, RSC Landscaping and the Cordrey Center will lecture on New Plant Introductions.
Artists and Quilters will be in the Gardens from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 on the day of the tour. You can purchase them at the Lewes Chamber of Commerce visitor center in the Fisher-Martin House in Zwaanendael Park next to the Zwaanendael Museum. More info? Call 302-645-8073.
Last March, 21, 2010 I went to Fenwick Island, where a gorgeous whale had “beached”. Probably hit by a boat at sea. It was so sad to find out that this amazing whale had perished. I wrote a post on that day. If you would like to read it and see the pictures, just click on the left hand side of this blog on the month of March, 2010. Then scroll down to the date.
The MERR Institute, Inc. is located in Nassau, DE. It is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of marine mammals and sea turtles.
MERR is authorized by the National Fisheries Service and the State of Delaware to be the official stranding respondents for the marine mammals and sea turtles of Delaware. MERR stand for Marine Education, Research & Rehabilitation.
For more info, visit http://www.merrinstitute.org. You can find them on Facebook, as well.
Saturday, 6/18 – Sunset Dolphin Cruise from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. – Tickets $70. Boarding begins at 6:30 p.m.
The highlight will be the frolicking of the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin. Appetizers, sweets, and a tasting of Teller wines will mark the fund-raising event. The participants will cruise through the Delaware Bay to the scenic Point at Cape Henlopen to catch the display of the resident dolphin populations.
Have a good one!! Talk to you later…
May 17th, 2011
“The Sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” jacque cousteau
It is so true. So many times I have met people at the beach and the first thing they say is “I have been coming here for years”, whether it has been with family or friends, the beach brings in all of us feelings of nostalgia and serenity.
 Last summer on the Boardwalk If you happen to be in Rehoboth Beach this week-end, then get ready because the town of Rehoboth has a lot to offer as the week-end approaches. I call it “a soft opening”, because the gates will open on Memorial Week-End and the season will formally open then. Once that happens, this small coastal resort will be non-stop with shopping, arts, entertainment, restaurants; the beach and the boardwalk.
Thursday, 5/19 – All You Can Eat Pancake and Sausage Breakfast and Annual Walk-A-Thon. 8:30 – 11:00 a.m. at the Cape Henlopen Senior Center, 11 Christian St. in Rehoboth Beach.
The breakfast is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children under the age of 10. Then, after eating, the 2 mile Walk-A-Thon begins on the Rehoboth Boardwalk at 9:00 a.m. That walk is great and don’t forget to touch the end of the boardwalk each way. That’s a ritual for Boardwalk walkers. I had to laugh; pancakes, sausage and then walk…or roll, that would be me.
The funds raised will be used to purchase “new” chairs. For more info. please call 302-227-2055.
Thursday, 5/19 – A Flower Show presented by the Sussex Gardeners called “A Gardener’s Palette”. It will include a plant sale and a display of artwork by the Cape Artists. 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at All Saint’s Parish Hall located at 18 Olive Ave., in Rehoboth. Questions? Please call 302-227-9194.
The Sussex Gardeners is a club that has been in existence for about 70 years. The group helps in providing plant materials for the houses built by Habitat for Humanity, is involved in the Rehoboth Cottage Tour, maintains the gardens at the Devries Monument in Lewes, the State Police Memorial Garden at Troop 7 and the Lewes Senior Center.
Thursday – Sunday, 5/19 – 5/22 – Clear Space Sings the Classics in “Gershwin”. Clear Space Theatre Company brings some of the greatest music of the 20th century to the stage with their original musical “Words & Music: By Gershwin”. Location? Clear Space Theatre at 20 Baltimore Ave. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, $15 for students and $5 for children under 12. Tickets are available online at www.clearspacetheatre.org, by phone at 302-227-2270, or in person at the box office.
Friday – Sunday, 5/20 – 5/22 is the 28th Annual Spring Sidewalk Sale. Shops in the Rehoboth and Dewey Beach area will be having their annual sale from 10:00 until 8 :00 p.m. I don’t need to tell you anything else. It is shop, shop, shop at bargain prices in downtown Rehoboth and Dewey!!!
Friday – Sunday, 5/20 – 5/22 – Plein Air Arts Festival Paint Out throughout downtown Rehoboth Beach. You will have the opportunity to watch artists at work, purchase completed works of art and stroll through the quaint streets of our coastal town. More info? Visit www.rehobothartleague.org or call 302-227-8408.
This is the 5th Plein Air Arts Festival. It is also a competition. Over 50 artists will be competing. As you walk through the streets of Rehoboth Beach you will get to see them as they work and show Rehoboth through their eyes.
This event is co-sponsored by Rehoboth Beach Main Street and the Rehoboth Art League.
Saturday, 5/21 – A transformation will take place on trendy Baltimore Avenue with bright tents and local craft artists and photographers. From 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. For more info. visit www.rehobothartsfair.org.
This event is sponsored by Rehoboth Beach Main Street. This is a membership organization of merchants, business owners, residents and visitors who love Downtown Rehoboth Beach and want to preserve it as a real hometown and thriving resort community. Their website is http://www.downtownrehoboth.com.
Saturday, 5/21 – Clear Space Theatre Company/Plein Air Arts Festival will host an outdoor concert series on the patio in front of the Clear Space Theatre, 20 Baltimore Ave. from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. For schedule and info. visit www.clearspacetheatre.org.
Saturday, 5/21 – “Seraphine”. Screening. Brought to you by the Rehoboth Beach Film Society’s Cinema & Arts Series and the Plein Air Arts Festival. Location? Rehoboth Beach Art League’s Corkran Gallery, 12 Dodds Lane in Henlopen Acres, Rehoboth Beach.
There will be a reception with ligh refreshments at 6:30 p.m. The screening will start at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $15.
Please note that there is limited seating so advanced ticket purchase is necessary. Tickets? Call 302-645-9095, ext. 1, or visit www.rehobothfilm.com. Tickets are non-refundable.
Saturday, 5/21 – Yard Sale sponsored by The Village Improvement Association of Rehoboth Beach from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Association’s club house located on Grenoble St. on the Boardwalk. Info? 302-227-1631, or visit www.rehobothbeachvia.org.
Sunday, 5/22 – Second Annual DE-Feet Breast Cancer 5k Run/Walk. 9 a.m. until Noon at Tanger’s Outlet’s behind Applebee’s Rest. Location? 36470 Seaside Outlet Drive on Rt. 1. Wear Pink!! Proceeds to benefit the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition. Visit www.defeetbreastcancerwalk.org/walk.
Monday, 5/23 – Walt Wagamon Golf Classic at Rehoboth Beach Golf & Country Club. This tournament will benefit the Wellness Community Delaware. Tournament starts at 1:00 p.m. $130/person. More info? Please call 302-645-9150 or visit www.wellnessdelaware.org.
Busy little town, don’t you think? Have a good one!! Talk to you later…
April 17th, 2011
Unfortunately, I have enough friends in Delaware, Maryland, Florida and Puerto Rico who have been touched by breast cancer. Some of them are cancer free and some are going through treatments at the present time. Each one of them, facing this disease with courage, hope and even humor.
At the Delaware Beaches, there are several events that will be happening in May. All with one common goal; Breast Cancer awareness, education, support and early detection for women and men, as well.
As the weather gets warmer in our Beaches, it would be a great time to visit, stay, participate and have a good time.
The Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition, Inc., or DBCC started in 1991. It is affiliated with Screeing for Life, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and the Avon Breast Cancer Fund. For more information on this organization, please visit http://www.debreastcancer.org.
Bethany Beach Breast Cancer Fun Run/Walk – This event will take place on May 7th, Rain or Shine. It is a 5K Fun Run and a 3K Walk. Pre-registration is until April 29th. The cost is $25 for adults, $15 for children and 10 and under can participate for free.
Please Note that free t-shirts are guaranteed for all who pre-register.
If you cannot pre-register then come on the day of the event, which will begin with check-in at 8:00 a.m. The 5K Fun Run will start at 9:00 a.m. and the 3 K Walk will start at 9:10 a.m. You will be able to sign up then, as well.
Then, stay after you finish and celebrate your accomplishment; meet new people or just hang out listening to music, while sampling a healthy breakfast. There will be raffles and a sale of the event’s t-shirts to further raise money.
To pre-register and for further information, please visit http://www.bethanybeachbreastcancer.com.
Second Annual DE-Feet Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk will take place May 22nd from 9:00 a.m. until 12 Noon.
Location? Tanger Outlets, at Applebee’s Restaurant, 36470 Seaside Outlet Drive, Rehoboth Beach.
Hosted by Tanger Outlets, it will be an event for all ages. Choose a timed 5K Run, a 5K Walk or a 1 Mile Fun Walk. There will be awards for all age groups.
You can be creative and have team names and attires. Wear PINK!!
All proceeds will benefit the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition. To register, please visit www.defeetbreastcancerwalk.org, or http://www.debreastcancer.org/walk/.
You can find it on Twitter and Facebook.
Seashore Striders – “Running & Racing at the Beach” will also be participating at the 2nd Annual DE-Feet Breast Cancer 5K Run & Walk on Sunday, May 22nd starting at 9:00 a.m., rain or shine.
The venue will be Applebee’s Restaurant at the Tanger Outlets at 36470 Seaside Outlet Drive in Rehoboth Beach.
Distance: 5K Run/Walk (3.1 Miles) and 1-Mile Walk.
You can view the course map at www.usatf.org/routes/view.asp?rID=414702.
Event Qualifier: 6-Pack Trail Series in Cape Henlopen State Park
Registration during race day will open at 7:30 a.m. until 8:50 a.m. $20 if paid by Friday, May 20th or $25 on race day. You can register on line by visiting www.defeetbreastcancerwalk.org, or http://debreastcancer.org/walk/. Also for more info. on this event and others, please visit http://www.seashorestriders.com or contact Tim Bamforth at 302-644-8952.
Awards will be presented to Overall and Master Champions, as well as the top three finishers in “14” age groups: 9 and under to 70 and over.
Have a great time….
October 8th, 2010
I took a drive through Rehoboth Avenue. It looked like summer. Crowded, very crowded. So many events and activities in all the beaches.
The fall is the perfect time to visit all the beach resorts. It is our Second Season; festivals, benefits, fundraising events, runs, walks, you name it.
Everything that make our beaches sizzle in the summer is at your fingertips; popcorn, candy, pizza, french fries, the beach and of course great restaurants. You know, Rehoboth Beach; being such a small coastal town, but the restaurants are amazing, offering the best in local cuisine.
Let me tell you a few of the things that might interest you tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday. Remember no more meters!!!
Saturday, and Sunday, 10/9/10 and 10/10/10 – It is the Annual Rehoboth Beach Christmas Shop at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. It is sponsored by the Episcopal women of All Saints Church, Rehoboth Beach. Saturday 10 – 6 p.m. and Sunday 11 – 4 p.m. There will be a $2 admission; children under 12 accompanied by an adult are free. Proceeds will benefit local charitable organizations supported by the Church. For details please call 302-227-7202 or visit www.allsaintsparish-rehoboth.org.
Saturday, 10/9/10 – Buddy Fest and Boardwalk Buddy Walk. Week-end event to raise funds and awareness for people with Down Syndrome. For more information of scheduled events please visit www.boardwalkbuddywalk.com. Please note that this has become a very popular event since it was brought to Rehoboth Beach in 2006.
Saturday, 10/9/10 – Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition Mobile Mammography at Tanger Outlets, Rehoboth Beach. 1 – 3 p.m. Breast cancer survivors are encouraged to come and get their picture taken at 2 p.m. For more information please visit www.tangeroutlets.com/pink. You may also call DBCC at 302-644-6844.
Saturday, 10/9/10 – Walk for Farm Animals sponsored by Farm Sanctuary. Registration is at 9 a.m. but the walk will start at 10 a.m. Meet at the Parking Lot of the Henlopen Hotel in Rehoboth Beach. Fee on the day of the walk is $20.
Register at www.firstgiving.com/farmsanctuary or e-mail Leslie Lantz at rehoboth-beach@walkforfarmanimals.org.
Saturday, 10/9/10 – Second Saturday Destination Art Walk. Visit and check out downtown Rehoboth Beach art galleries from 6 – 9 p.m. This event is presented by MOSAIC. If you would like to know more about this association please visit www.mosaic.com.
Is it, actually, a quiet season?….I don’t think so…talk to you later…
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