April 29th, 2015
Simple pleasures, enjoying the moment, strolling Historic Lewes, Delaware…it is in Bloom! Each DE Beach has its own personality. Lewes Historic District is full of shops, restaurants….also, some of the oldest homes in the state. Afterall, Lewes is the First Town in the First State. Lewes is a gem…a town well treasured by its residents, and long-time visitors, as well.
On Front Street you will find the 1812 Memorial Park. On April 6 through April 8, 1813 Lewes sustained heavy cannon fire from the British ships, and was bombarded by Congreve rockets, the first use of this technology against the Americans.
Not knowing was Congreve rockets were…I was curious. These rockets were developed by Sir William Congreve in 1804. He registered 2 patents, and published 3 books on rocketry. It is a long story, but one interesting tidbit is the fact that: It was the use of ship launched Congreve rockets by the British in the bombardment of Fort McHenry in the U.S. in 1814 that inspired the fifth line of the first verse of the United States’ National Anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner”: “and the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air”.
Along with the 1812 Memorial Park, on Front Street, you will find the City Dock. 200 feet long along Front Street, it can accommodate small and large vessels. For boat slip info., please call 302-644-9069.
I remember posting a few weeks ago that the tulips in Historic Lewes had a mind of their own….well, with the Tulip Festival over, the tulips are now in bloom. You can enjoy them throughout Lewes.
What’s Going On?
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays – Life in Lewes – A 90 minute walking tour of the Historic Town, sponsored by the Lewes Historical Society. It starts at 2 p.m. at the Ryves Holt House located at Second and Mulberry Streets. $10, free for members, students and children under 12. More info? Please call 302-645-7670. Website? http://www.historiclewes.org.
Friday, May 1st – Laff Yoga – Don’t you love to laugh? Out loud? Well, you can do just that by attenting Laff Yoga at the Lewes Library every Friday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. This is a free weekly event, unless the Library is closed. Everyone is welcome. Laughter is the best medicine!! Laff Yoga is led by certified Laugher Yoga leader, Michele Buckler. More info? Please visit http://www.laffyoga.com. Or, call 302-645-0576.
Friday, May 1st through Sunday, May 3rd – Lewes’ Merchants’ Spring Sidewalk Sale, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. I don’t I have to give you too much explanation….just bring your wallet and get ready for some great bargains.
Saturday, May 2nd through May 26th – “Terra Incognita” at Peninsula Gallery Fine Art and Framing located at 520 E. Savannah Rd. A series of atmospheric landscapes in pastel and oil by gallery artist John Davis Held. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. More info? Please call 302-645-0551 or visit http://www.peninsula-gallery.com.
Saturday, May 2nd – Lewes in Bloom’s Spring Plant Sale from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Funds raised from this event will help fund Lewes in Bloom’s horticulture efforts in the City of Lewes. They will be selling member-grown perennials, fresh herbs from East Coast Garden Center and Lewes in Bloom’s merchandise like T-shirts and caps. Location? Second Street in front of Citizens Bank. More info? Visit http://www.lewesinbloom.org
Saturday, May 2nd – 20th Annual British Motorcar Show from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Once again, Lewes welcomes this very well attended event, when a wide array of classic British vehicles make their appearance at Lewes Historical Society Complex located at Third and Shipcarpenter Streets. The Lewes Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring this event along with The British Car Club of Delaware. General admission ($3, free for children 12 and under) includes ballots on which to vote for the best cars.
Saturday, May 2nd – Full Moon Hike at Cape Henlopen State Park, near Lewes, at 8 p.m., starting at the Seaside Nature Center. For ages 7 and older, $2. For info. please call 302-645-6852. http://www.destateparks.com
Sunday, May 3rd – Blessing of the Fleet – This is an event held every year on the first Sunday of May. It is a passionate event that allows everyone to bless watermen and to honor those who have passed away in the past year. It takes place at Fisherman’s Wharf overlooking the Historical Lewes Rehoboth Canal on 7 Anglers Rd. Website? http://www.thewharflewes.com.
Have a great time!!
February 22nd, 2013
Hello week-end!! If you are visiting the First Town in the First State, this is what’s going on in Lewes, Delaware…..The Delaware beaches might be a bit quiet this week-end, but I already can see the establishments doing repair work…I guess getting ready for another busy beach season.
Friday, 2/22 – Winter Moon Hike at the Cape Henlopen State Park from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Call and register at 302-645-6852. Meet at the Seaside Nature Center inside the Park at 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive. Search for life in the park after dark, including deer, and night birds. Ages 7 and up. $2/person.
Friday, 2/22 – Just like every Friday, at 8:30 p.m., Sydney’s Music Revival will be at Bethany Blues Lewes, located at 18385 Coastal Highway. Tonight’s entertainment will be Gary Allegretto. California based, world touring, award winning, internationally acclaimed performer, recording artist, educator and humanitarian. Keeping the Blues Alive!! Using a harmonica as a tool he teaches music to heal, nourish and bring joy to children with challenges. More info? Please visit http://www.garyallegretto.com/home.cfm.
Saturday, 2/23 – Battery 519 Lantern Tour, from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tour the gun battery by lantern light and learn how soldiers defended our coast during WWII. Location? Fort Miles Historical Area at 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive. Tel. 302-644-5007. Please call 302-645-6852 to register. $5 per person. Ages 10 and up.
Saturday, 2/23 – Improv is a form of theatre in which actors use improvisational acting techniques to perform spontaneously. Is in the moment; no scripts, no memorized dialogue and no rehearsal. Delaware Comedy Theatre is the longest improve theatre company in Delaware. First show for 2013 at Fish On!, located in the Villages of Five Points, at 17300 N Village Main, Lewes, will be Saturday, February 23rd. “Cupid Shoots Self In Foot VI: Bad Romance Edition” will be presented by this Rehoboth Beach based non-profit improvisational theatre group and school. The show, a free-wheeling mix of completely improvised comic scenes about the pitfalls of being in and out of love. Seating begins at 6:30 p.m. and the show runs from &;30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. The cost is $10 per person at the door. A full menu, http://www.fishon.bz, of fantastic food and drinks will be available, and 20% gratuity will be automatically added to the bill. RSVP to Fish On! after 4 p.m. daily at 302-645-9790. Please note that the show is adult-themed and not appropriate for children. More info. on the Delaware Comedy Theatre Co? Please visit http://www.delawarecomedytheatre.com. NOTE: This event has been postponed. Will let you know when it is rescheduled. Sorry.
Saturday, 2/23 – Sydney’s Music Revival at Bethany Blues Lewes, located at 18385 Coastal Highway. Entertainment begins at 8:30 p.m. with Bill Thompson Band. Combining world class slide guitar with soulful vocals and original music; a unique amalgamation of blues styles, with rock, funk and R & B. More info? http://www.billythompsonmusic.com.
Monday, 2/25 – Sunday, 3/3 – Doggies at The Beach, located at 18806 John J. Williams Highway (Rt. 24) in Rehoboth Beach is turning 5 years old March 1st!! For this entire week, they are offering their original daycare rates. Just mention their 5th Anniversary and receive a full day of daycare for only $21!! More info? Please visit http://www.doggiesatthebeach.com, or, call 302-644-8200. Please note that Doggies at The Beach is now offering Pet Walking in your home. Call them for a reservation. They are certified with American Red Cross Pet First Aid and licensed; bonded and insured. You will receive the same quality service at home just you receive at Doggies at The Beach business.
Monday, 2/25 – Children’s Learning Garden Fundraiser at Bethany Blues, Lewes from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Lewes in Bloom receives 10% of your purchase with the Lewes in Bloom Children’s Learning Garden Coupon on February 25th. Please visit http://www.leweschamber.com/calendar/event/childrens-learning-garden-fundraiser.htm. Click to print the coupons. They will be needed by Bethany Blues. The garden and its programs are designed to pique children’s curiosity about nature and gardening.
Friday, 3/1 – Monday, 3/25 – Lewes Tulip Festival Photo Contest Entries Accepted – Weeks before the 4th Annual Lewes Tulip Festival Blooms on 4/11-4/13, there is the Lewes Tulip Festival Photo Contest Entries Accepted. You will need to visit the Lewes Chamber’s website, http://www.leweschamber.com for important rules and deadlines regarding the contest. This year’s categories will be: Lewes Architecture, Lewes Landscapes, Quintessential Lewes (iconic image that could only be in Lewes, i.e. Doo Dah parade), Tulips, Lewes Food, and Lewes Pets. Drop off the photos at the Fisher-Martin House, located at 120 Kings Highway in Lewes from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on weekdays.
Friday, 3/1 – Lunch With a Purpose Coastal Delaware – 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Baywood Greens, located at Rt. 24 in Long Neck. This non-profit organization is a monthly gathering of women that benefits a Sussex County charity. All funds stay in Sussex County; they go directly to the charity. It supports underserved organizations in Sussex County, and the Food Bank of Delaware. To be added to their email luncheon list, please e-mail lwpcoastalde@gmail.com. The charity chosen for the March 1st luncheon is Cancer Support Community Delaware. Lunch, raffles, silent auction, and the making of new friends. This non-profit organization, which is statewide, has a mission: “to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community”. To learn more about it, please visit http://www.cscde.org.
Have a good one!! Talk to you later.
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