July 8th, 2014
Hot sunny days!! That’s what you want for your Summer 2014 vacation. Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, also known as The Nation’s Summer Capital is a destination for many year-round.
You probably drove in, but remember that the Jolly Trolley is a great way to travel through town.
Today, visitors and locals will be hitting the beach. Even the water is warmer. Stake out your spot; chair, umbrellas…enjoy the day.
Perfect pairings…..Fisher’s Popcorn and Freshly squeezed lemonade, orange juice or a combination thereof on the ocean block of The Avenue.
 
Just remember that Downtown Rehoboth Beach is smoke free!!
June 30th, 2013
Okay, I agree…no fun if you are at the beach and it is raining cats and dogs….the kids are driving you insane….and why did we choose this week? It happens at times, so you will have to make the best of it. And, please, do not go back to your rental agent and start complaining…..it’s raining, and it is only the weather’s fault.
With that in mind what could you do besides, shopping and eating? Read on.
REHOBOTH BEACH
CREATABLE CRAFTS – Located at 146 Rehoboth Avenue. Fun for the whole family. Really? Paint your own pottery. Tel. 302-227-1020. Website? http://www.creatablecrafts.com
THE BEACH ARCADE – Next to Dolles at 5 North Boardwalk. Tel. 302-227-1040
PLAYLAND ARCADE – Located on the South side of the Boardwalk.
SURFSIDE ARCADE – Located on the South side of the Boardwalk.
FUNLAND’S ARCADE – On the South side of the Boardwalk. Website? http://www.funlandrehoboth.com
JOLLY TROLLEY – Hop on the Trolley and ride around between Rehoboth Beach and Dewey. Please visit http://www.jollytrolley.com for their services.
CAKE BREAK – Located at 7 South First St. Decorate a cake and eat it too!! Tel. 302-260-9265. Website? http://www.cakebreakrehoboth.com. Please note that Cake Break is a peanut free facility so if you have someone in your group with a peanut allergy, they will be just fine. They also offer gluten free and vegan cupcakes.
BROWSEABOUT BOOKS – Located at 133 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-226-2665 Website? http://www.browseaboutbooks.com. You can check the books and even sit on one of their comfortable sofas to relax and read awhile.
REHOBOTH ART LEAGUE – Exhibits. Located at 12 Dodds Lane in Henlopen Acres. Website? http://www.rehobothartleague.org
ANNA HAZZARD MUSEUM – Located at 17 Christian St.
REHOBOTH BEACH MUSEUM – Located 511 Rehoboth Avenue, by the roundabout and next to the Visitor’s Center. Website? http://www.rehobhtbeachmuseum.org. Their newest exhibit, Beach Eats!! is great. Free admission.
ATLANTIC THEATERS – Located on Coastal Highway at the Midway Shopping Center, between Rehoboth Beach and Lewes. Check the schedule by visiting http://www.moviefone.com/theater/movies-at-midway-rehoboth-beach/3587/s.
DEWEY BEACH
BOOKS AND COFFEE – Located on 113 Dickinson St. Tel. 302-226-9959
INDIAN RIVER LIFE SAVING STATION MUSEUM – Located between Dewey Beach and the Indian River Bridge. Tour the Museum and the Shop. Tel. 302-227-6991
FENWICK ISLAND
DISCOVER SHIPWRECK MUSEUM – Located at 708 Ocean Highway, Fenwick Island. Tel. 302-539-9366
MILLVILLE
DICKENS PARLOUR THEATRE – Located at 35715 Atlantic Avenue – A few miles west of Bethany Beach. Rainy day matinee at 2 p.m. Otherwise, nightly show at 7 p.m. Check http://www.dptmagic.com
LEWES
ZWAANENDAEL MUSEUM – Located on Savannah Rd. and Kings Highway.
SEASIDE NATURE CENTER – Located at the Cape Henlopen State Park on 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive. Exhibits, displays, including their 1,000 galon tank with local fish, and a touch tank also. Tel. 304-645-6852. Admission to the park is in effect.
LIGHTSHIP OVERFALLS – Located on Pilottown Rd. Website? http://www.overfalls.org
CANNONBALL HOUSE MARINE MUSEUM – Located on Front Street in Lewes.
BACK BAY ART GLASS – Located at 110 New Rd. Tel. 302-645-1825 Website? http://www.backbayartglass.com
MILTON
DOGFISH HEAD BREWERY TOURS – The brewery is located in the town of Milton. It is a great tour for adults. Tel. 302-684-1000. Website? http://www.dogfish.com. Cheers!!
Roll with the punches…have a good one!
May 28th, 2013
Dewey Beach is the perfect summer town. It has everything….the Atlantic Ocean to the east and Rehoboth Bay to the west, separated by Coastal Highway.
It is the playground for the young at heart and the more matured crowd. It offers watersports, bars, music, entertainment, restaurants, and plenty of sunshine!!
So, if you are visiting Dewey Beach this week, check What’s Going On?
Thursday, 5/30 – There is a Grand Opening Celebration and the public is invited!! 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The new Beach House Dewey is opening its doors!! Their first summer in Dewey Beach. The event is free and you will be able to check for yourselves what Beach House Dewey has to offer. They will be serving light refreshments…live music by Chris Steele.
Beach House Dewey is a 47 room property that was acquired in 2012 by The Bernstein Companies, one of Washington D.C.’s oldest real estate development, investment, and hotel management organizations. The hotel is located across from the Bottle & Cork, on 1710 Highway One (Coastal Highway). Affordable accomodations with a smart, clean, and modern design to fit into the lifestyle is what the owners have expressed.
Thursday, 5/30 – The Bacon Brothers, Kevin and Michael will be performing at The Bottle & Cork on 1807 Highway 1 at 9 p.m. You may get tickets through http://www.deweybeachlife.com.
Friday, 5/31 – Lez Zeppelin will be performing at The Bottle & Cork from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Tickets are $15.
Rusty Rudder is located at 113 Dickinson St…..Did you know that they now have a Late Night Hot Dog Cart? Hebrew National on the Rudder Deck from 9 p.m. until closing. To check what’s on their schedule, please visit http://www.deweybeachlife.com/live-music.
Skim Camps, Skim Adventures….Summer Programs from Alley Oop and much more….located at 2000 Coastal Highway, Unit 106. Tel. 302-227-7087. Website http://www.alleyoopskim.com. They have programs throughout the summer, so it is best you contact them directly. You may want to also check http://www.alleyoopskim.com/skim-camps.
Surfing Lessons? Liquid has the answer with individual surfing lessons this summer and fall. Students will learn technique, equipment, ocean safety, and surfing etiquette. They will learn the proper technique for paddling out, catching waves, and standing up. The cost is $65 per person. Groups of 4 or more, $50 per person. Students must be 6 years old or older and be a competent ocean swimmer. More info? Please call Liquid at 302-227-7130 . Website? http://www.liquidboardshop.com/pages/surf-lessons. You may also email michael@liquidboardshop.com.
July 2nd – Junior Lifeguarding Program by the Dewey Beach Patrol, ages 6 – 16. Sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Location? Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station on Dagsworthy Street and the Beach, rain or shine. There is a $20 registration fee. Interested? Check http://www.deweybeachpatrol.com. Then, click on programs. Tel. 302-227-6365
July 2nd – Youth Recreation by the Dewey Beach Patrol. The program will be offered on an evening basis beginning at 5:15 p.m. and ending at sunset, weather permitting. Location? Dagsworthy Street and the Beach. This program is intended to provide a facility, on the beach, that will meet the recreational needs of individuals ranging in age from early adolescents to teenage. More info? Please visit http://www.deweybeachpatrol.com. You may also call 302-227-6365.
Taxi Anyone? BEACH RIDE TAXI – 24 hours, 7 days a week. Dispatch Service. Serving Lewes, Rehoboth, Dewey, Bethany and all airports. Tels. 302-645-6800, 302-226-8294.
Jolly Trolley is the best way to get around in Rehoboth Beach and Dewey…..New App will let you know the trolley’s location while it is operating. http://www.jollytrolley.com.
Have a good one!
October 26th, 2012
What a difference!! The weather today in Rehoboth Beach is like night and day. Gorgeous to say the least. It was also the perfect day to kick off the Sea Witch festivities. I was going to do so with a “Magical History Tour” of downtown Rehoboth Beach.
First things first. A stop at The Bake Shoppe, located on Rehoboth Ave. A little coffee and a most delicious pumpkin muffin. If you are in Rehoboth, please stop by. This particular one was crunchy on top and so warm, moist and full of flavor. Coffee was great too.
I was waiting outside with the others, when the Jolly Trolley Bus arrived. The Jolly Trolley originated in 1970. It celebrates and shares the sights, smells, colors and characteristics of the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach resort area. The Jolly Trolley is also a year round charter service. Please call 302-227-1197, and 302-249-1605 for information. You can also visit http://www.jollytrolley.com.
Christine Hastings, Jolly Trolley, Vice President, and I believe part owner, was going to be our Driver. George Palmer was going to be our Tour Guide.
I went into the bus last and, of course, a picture was taken of my fellow Jolly Riders!! Guess what? I did not know one single person.
Since I started my blog over 3 years ago, I have learned so much about our area. Believe me, Rehoboth Beach and the Delaware Beaches, in general, are a great place to live. That’s why they are so easy to promote. I don’t take them for granted.
In order to know how far Rehoboth Beach has come, you need to unlock that past. The Rehoboth Beach Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated “to encouraging and promoting public knowledge of and participation in the preservation of the history, culture, architecture and special character of Rehoboth Beach”. It is not a big museum but the information will show you the progression of a town that is also known as the Nation’s Summer Capital.
The Rehoboth Beach Museum is located by the roundabout, adjacent to the Visitors Center and the Chamber of Commerce, at 511 Rehoboth Avenue. Website? http://www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org. Exhibits, programs and entertainment are part of the Museum, as well. Check the website for upcoming events.
George Palmer was the perfect Tour Guide. His information was full of history given in a simple way and adding local color.
We stopped at the Anna Hazzard Museum. This is one of the original “tent” buildings dating to the 1870s. It reflects the early history of Rehoboth Beach.
Mr. Palmer told us that we used to grow a lot of peaches in Delaware. Delaware, afterall, is an agricultural state. Chickens? Well, he told us that Delaware sells more chickens than anyone in the world.
The magnolia trees are beautiful in this area. This is the farthest north they grow.
And, we started laughing when he asked if anyone had worn wool bathing suits? Well, he had. They were itchy too. There was a time that men had to wear tops too at the beach.
Also, funny was when he mentioned that residents in Lewes consider Lewes with history, but Rehoboth Beach? Oh well, they just have a past.
A drive by parallel to the beach. I took this picture from the inside of the bus. The ocean looked so pretty with the sun’s reflection.
We went by the Village Improvement Association of Rehoboth Beach. At present, it is being rebuilt. This association, also known as the VIA is a”charitable, non-profit organization, founded in 1909. It promotes the interests, improvements and progress of the Rehoboth Beach community. They perform charitable and civic work in and around the Rehoboth Beach area. Its member are women of diverse interests, talents and backgrounds. And, Mr. Palmer said that if you want to have something done in Rehoboth Beach, these are the women that can make it happen. Hmmm…by the way, his wife belongs to it. For more information, please visit http://www.rehobothbeachvia.org.
I recommend this tour to anyone visiting or to some of our locals and natives that might need a refresher course on Downtown Rehoboth Beach. It is only 40 minutes long; you’ll still have time for the beach, shopping and eating.
After the tour I continued walking around Downtown Rehoboth Beach. The shops were getting ready for a busy week-end….I hope Sandy lets visitors enjoy Sea Witch.
A stop at the Rehoboth Beach Post Office…the postal workers were ready!!
The beach looked gorgeous. A sunny and clear day.
The Boardwalk was again, filling up with people soaking up the sun.
And, then my last stop was Lake Gerar. Autumn at its best!! Lake Gerar, along with Silver Lake and Lake Comegys, is one of the 3 fresh water lakes closest to the ocean than anywhere in the country. These lakes are the jewels of Rehoboth Beach!!
I almost forgot…thanks for the water, Jolly Trolley!! Have a great week-end!!
July 20th, 2012
Not the perfect beach day? The kids might be driving you crazy, right? The following info. might let you still enjoy a day at the Delaware Beaches when the weather does not cooperate.
The Arcades – Right on our beautiful Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk.
The Beach Arcade – Next to Dolles at 5 North Boardwalk. Tel. 302-227-1040.
Playland Arcade – South of the Boardwalk.
Surfside Arcade – South of the Boardwalk.
Funland’s Arcade, right at Funland, also south of the Boardwalk. http://www.funlandrehoboth.com. Funland is also a historic family amusement center. Rides, games and arcade.
Jolly Trolley
The Jolly Trolley is a way to travel from Downtown Rehoboth Beach to Dewey Beach. Just hop on and take a round trip.
Bookstores
Some of the bookstores offer story times and activities.
Browseabout Books is located at 133 Rehoboth Ave. Tel. 302-226-2665. Website? http://www.browseaboutbooks.com.
Cake Break is a premier cupcake bake shop in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Kids can decorate cupcakes and that will keep them busy for some time. Tel. 302-260-9265. Website? http://www.cakebreakrehoboth.com.
Crafts – Activity Studio. Paint your own pottery at Creatable Crafts. Fun for the whole family; not just the kids. Paint today and pick up your projects tomorrow. Location? 146 Rehoboth Ave. Tel. 302-227-1020. Website? http://www.createablecrafts.com.
Museums:
Anna Hazzard – Early story of Rehoboth Beach as a religious retreat through artifacts and memorabilia. The Museum is in one of the original “tent” houses from Rehoboth 1870s camp meeting era. It is located at 17 Christian St. Tel. 302-226-1119.
Rehoboth Beach Museum – It is located by the roundabout in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. It is also the home of the Rehoboth Beach Historical Society. Check the World War II: Rehoboth Beach exhibit which will be on display until March of 2013. Website? http://www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org.
Rehoboth Art League – 12 Dodds Lane. Tel. 302-227-8408.
Movies:
Atlantic Theaters located on Coastal Highway. Tel. 302-645-0200. http://www.moviefone.com/theater/movies-at-midway-rehoboth-beach/3587/s.
And….if that’s not what you might like to do, then just check out the shops and restaurants….plenty of them in Downtown Rehoboth Beach!!
Have a good one!
October 29th, 2011
For the first time in its 22 years the Sea Witch Festival had to cancel the Costume Parade. Due to the high winds and rain conditions, it was going to be unsafe. Another decision? It will not be rescheduled.
Nevertheless, even though the Parade is one of the main attractions, the Sea Witch Festival has grown so much that there will be plenty of other activities to be enjoyed throughout Saturday and Sunday.
Please visit www.seawitchfestival.com. You may also call 800-441-1329, ext. O or 302-227-6446.
You may also tune to WGMD 92.7 FM or call 302-227-6446 or 302-227-2233, ext. O.
Free Shuttle Service by Jolly Trolley between the Outlet Bus Stops, Park & Ride and Downtown, from 1 to 7:00 p.m.
Have a good day!!
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