May 12th, 2014
A one year anniversary….hard to believe it, but Sara McKewon, proprietor of Nectar, has been busy giving customers some delicious juices, breakfast, and lunch. Nectar is located at 111 Neils Alley in Historic Lewes, Delaware. It opens every day from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tel. 302-645-5842
 Love Beet Salad Step into Nectar and get a feeling of comfort….Customers can take a seat at the bar, relax on the sofa, or grab a table in the back.
Consistently good, with attentive service and reasonable prices. Passing by the homemade baked goods….they looked so enticing. Guess what? We resisted.
Jody and I got together and started with a couple of juices.
On the left of the photos is Heavy Metal Detox. This juice had cilantro, flaxeed, lemon, lime, and apple. It contained natural chelators that flush heavy metals such as mercury from the body. On the right, Morning After….Lemon, ginger, apple, spinach, kale and pineapple. A hangover cure to relieve nausea, stabilize blood sugars and balance pH.
If you love cilantro, try the Heavy Metal Detox. And if you like ginger then Morning After will be a winner.
We actually chose traditional breakfasts:
My omelette with mushrooms and spinach was exactly what I needed. The side dish? Sweet potatoes.
Jody’s eggs….bacon and fresh fruit.
Reviewing a restaurant can be tricky. The writer tells you that you are going to love it. But, in reality it is a very personal opinion. Nectar has a little of everything for every taste. Wholesome, fresh food. And, who wouldn’t want that?
So, stop by and let me know what you think.
 
April 11th, 2014
TGIF, that’s for sure and what a gorgeous day it is in the Delmarva Peninsula. Over the years, Lewes has been holding their Tulip Festival around this week-end. So many events are planned for the visitors that migrate to our beaches during the Spring to view these beautiful flowers. I think the tulips might not be blooming yet….you know it has been a hard winter. Nevertheless, enjoy the many activities this Friday has to offer in this historic town.
Visit the Lewes Chamber’s website at http://www.leweschamber.com.
10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. – Visit the Dutch exhibit at the Zwaanendael Museum. It will include Dutch Delft Blue pottery.
10 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. – The Lewes Historical Society’s Ryves Holt House and Gift Shop will be open for tours.
10 a.m. until Noon – Lewes Historical Society’s U.S. Life Saving Station opens for tours. This is a great tour.
11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Photography Contest Exhibit at Zwaanendael Museum Park tent. Vote for the most popular. There are ballots available.
Commemorative photos – “Your Dutch Faces Here” Cutout at Zwaanendael Museum Park.
11 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. – Lewes Historical Society’s Cannonball Maritime Museum will open for tours. Great tour, as well.
11 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. – Spring Flowers Quilt Exhibit by Mare’s Bears Quilt Shop at 528 East Savannah Rd. in the lobby of the Beacon Motel.
11:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:45 p.m. – Tulip Trolley Tours depart from bus stop on Market Street & Second Street. Purchase tickets for $10 at Visitor Center at Zwaanendael Park.
1:00 p.m. – Flower arranging demo at Flowers by Mayumi on 128 Second Street.
January 14th, 2014
Quiet, sunny, cool….it is winter. Late in the day and a drive around the canal in Lewes, Delaware. The photos speak louder than words. Enjoying the winter in Coastal Delaware!!
Have a good one!!
December 6th, 2013
Even though visitors to Lewes have been already doing plenty of celebration….this town is just awesome!! This week-end the Holidays begin in earnest in The First Town of the First State. So, get ready and have a plan of action so that you can enjoy everything, because all the events, except the hours of visitation for Santa’s House are on Saturday, December 7th.
Saturday, 12/7 – COOKIE WALK SALE – Bethel United Methodist Church, 129 West Fourth St. This is an annual church fundraising event. Last year’s cookie sale sold in less than an hour….get there on time. They are sold by the dozen…$6/dozen. The cookies are baked by the ladies of Bethel United Methodist Church. Sit back and relax during the holidays, because they have done the baking for you. All proceeds go to the Bethel United Methodist Church. Doors open at 10 a.m.
Saturday, 12/7 – 40TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TOUR OF LEWES – A beloved tradition in this historic town. It benefits The Lewes Historical Society. 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Tickets on the day of the tour are $25. Children under 12 are free. This is a self guided tour that gives you the opportunity to see some of the historic houses decorated for the season. Tikets can be purchased at The Ryves Holt House Museum Shop at Second and Mulberry Streets in Lewes, Community Bank Delaware, The Lewes Chamber of Commerce, The Zwaanendael Museum, The Inn at Canal Square, Habersham Peddler’s in Lewes, Browseabout Books in Rehoboth Beach, and the Rehoboth Beach Museum.
As you are enjoying the tour, please stop by the Christmas Antiques Bazaar and Bake Sale, held at the Rabbit’s Ferry House at Third and Shipcarpenter Streets on the Lewes Historic Complex. More info? Please visit htpp://www.historiclewes.com, or call 302-645-7670.
Saturday, 12/7 – ANNUAL SOUP LUNCHEON – The perfect way to enjoy your day in Lewes on this Holiday Week-End. 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church Parish Hall on Second St. Rain or Shine. More. info? Please visit http://www.stpeterlewes.org, or call 302-645-8479.
Saturday, 12/7 – HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR & LUNCHEON – Lewes Yacht Club, located at 2701 Cedar St. in Lewes, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Luncheon is $12. More info? Please call 302-645-6254.
Saturday, 12/7 – LEWES HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS PARADE, TREE LIGHTING AND CAROLING – Get into the music, cheer for the floats, marchers, cars, dogs and everyone else that participates on this tradition in Lewes. After the parade, stroll over to the Zwaanendael Park for the tree lighting and caroling lead by Christy Taylor’s music students. More info? Please visit http://www.leweschamber.com.
Saturday – 12/7 – MID-ATLANTIC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA HOLIDAY JOY CONCERT – AMAZING VOICES – 7:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at the Cape Henlopen High School on 1250 Kings Highway in Lewes. Orchestral and vocal music, including traditional season favorites. More info? Please visit http://www.midatlanticsymphony.org, or call 1-888-846-8600.
Tuesday, 12/10 – Monday, 12/23 – SANTA’S LEWES HOUSE – Right on the corner of Second and Bank Sreets sits Santa’s House. Beginning next Tuesday stop by and say hello to Santa. The schedule is as follows:
Tuesday, 12/10 – 5 to 7 p.m.
Friday, 12/13 – 5 to 7 p.m.
Saturday, 12/14 – 1 to 3 p.m.
Tuesday, 12/17 – 5 to 7 p.m.
Friday, 12/20 – 5 to 7 p.m.
Saturday, 12/21 – 1 to 3 p.m.
Monday, 12/23 – 5 to 7 p.m.
Merry Christmas!!
October 15th, 2013
 
I think I am curious, definitely…The First Town in The First State!! So much history, connecting the past with the present.
The Lewes Historical Society, http://www.historiclewes.org, will be hosting Delmarva Historic Haunts, http://www.delmarvahistorichaunts.com, to explore the curious happenings in Historic Lewes, Delaware. You do not have to walk far to be immersed in the history of Lewes.
On 2nd and Market Streets you will find Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church. The Parish was established in 1681 and it does have the oldest cemetery in Delaware. You can visit the cemetery….plenty of visitors do.
 
You will have 2 opportunities to investigate paranormal activities in Historic Lewes. The schedule is as follows:
Saturday, 10/19 – 2 times to choose from. Either 7 p.m. until 10 p.m., or, 10:30 p.m. until 1:30 a.m.
Saturday, 10/26 – The same schedule.
It is $25 per person. If you are planning on bringing children, please note that they have to be 13 years of age and older. Reservations are required. Call 302-645-7670. Please meet at the Lewes Historic Complex at 110 Shipcarpenter Street in the Midway School #178.
By participating in this haunt, you will investigate some of the mysterious activities. Delmarva Historic Haunts will show you the data that has been collected. They have done plenty of research of paranormal activity in the area and in locations like Gettysburg, Ft. Delaware, and many more.
The CANNONBALL HOUSE – It was built around 1765. It is now the home of The Lewes Historical Society’s Maritime Museum. It is a rare example of a Lewes house remaining on one site its entire existence. Location? The corner of Bank Street and Front Street.
The rest of the tour will take place visiting the Museums of The Lewes Historical Society at the Historic Complex. There are 9 buildings dating from the mid 1600’s to the late 1800’s. Location? 110 Shipcarpenter Street.
BURTON-INGRAM HOUSE – It dates to 1789. It is noted for the fine Federal period and colonial furnishings. This is an elegant home with several extraordinary museum pieces.
OLD DOCTOR’S OFFICE – Circa 1840. It houses collections of mid to late nineteenth century medical instruments. It is the only example of Greek Revival architecture in Lewes. It cannot be confirmed if it was the only building of that style constructed in Lewes. It contains about 500 volumes of medical texts.
RABBIT’S FERRY HOUSE – It dates to around 1740. This house is an example of rural Sussex County architecture. It reflects the hard and simple life of Southern Delaware’s 18th century farmers. This house if the home of the Lewes Historical Society’s fine collection of 18th century kitchen ware and furnishings.
You have the town, the experts and the buildings to become a paranormal investigator if only for a few hours…..have a great time!!
Note: Information for this post has been taken from The Lewes Historical Society’s website. Check it out!!
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!!
July 29th, 2013
 
It is a beautiful day at the Delaware Beaches….a little bit of rain last night probably was more than welcomed by the Children’s Learning Garden, located in Stango Park near the Lewes Public Library on Kings Highway, as you enter Lewes, Delaware. In this learning garden families can see how local fruits and veggies grow.
I stopped to see it because even from the road it attracts attention. This garden was established in April 2013 by Lewes in Bloom. This organization started in 2002, just like everything else starts in communities throughout the United States with a small group of volunteers. Lewes in Bloom promotes the beautification and maintenance of Historic Lewes, and the community. It has won America in Bloom awards in 2003, 2005, and 2010, for cities with populations under 5,000. Please visit their website at http://www.lewesinbloom.org to know more about it, donate, and volunteer.
Families are invited to participate at the Children’s Learning Garden. Plenty of activities each week, free of charge, are on the schedule, all by Lewes in Bloom volunteers and members from the community.
Mondays – 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – Story Hour with Miss Maureen from the Lewes Library! Litsten to her favorite books and complete a simple craft. Bring a blanket and picnic lunch to enjoy afterwards.
Thursdays in the Garden – Augst 1st brings Kids’ Zumba, August 8th is Kids’ Yoga, August 15th is Music with Miss Debbie, and August 22nd is Cooking with Miss Katie! What’s Growing in the Garden!
 
The Children’s Garden is such a peaceful retreat. Stop by and enjoy.
 
Please remember that donations are always welcomed. You may send your checks to Lewes in Bloom, P.O. Box 308, Lewes, DE 19958. Or, you may also donate online http://www.lewesinbloom.org. For further info., please contact Nancy Phillips at nandfp@yahoo.com.
Have a Good One!!
July 16th, 2013
“Using the Lightship Overfalls as its centerpiece, the Overfalls Foundation will collect, preserve, honor and teach maritime history for the benefit of current and future generations.” mission statement, overfalls foundation
Lightship Overfalls is one of only 17 remaining lightships out of a total 179 built from 1820 to 1952. In 2011 it was designated a National Historic Landmark. It is also, one of seven lightships in this country still open to the public. Please visit http://www.overfalls.org.
This is going to be the First Annual Summer Evening Sundown BBQ at the Lightship Overfalls. It will take place on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. In case of rain….I think we will be safe this week, the BBQ will take place on Thursday, July 18th. Location? 219 Pilottown Rd. on the Canal, adjacent to Canalfront Park.
It should be a fun evening since the Lightship Overfalls’ deck will be open for dining. You know that on the deck you will get amazing views of the sunset and the surrounding waterfront area.
Visit with friends and meet new ones, as visitors and residents gather for a summer evening in Historic Lewes. There will be a lively steel band, and the meal will be pulled pork BBQ provided by Casa D’Amici.
Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for children. It will include the pulled pork on fresh baked rolls, pickles, chips, dessert and beverage of your choice…beer, wine, or soft drink.
More information? Please call Tracy Mulveny at 302-379-0072.
Have a Good One!!
 
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