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December 6th, 2013

Destination? Historic Lewes, Delaware, Cookie Walk Sale, Christmas Tour of Lewes, Soup Luncheons, Santa’s House, Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting, Caroling, Holiday Joy Concert, Delaware Beaches, Southern Delaware…The Holiday Season in The First Town of the First State

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!!

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October 15th, 2013

Historic Haunts, Historic Lewes, Delaware, The First Town in The First State, Lewes Historical Society, Explore, Learn, Delmarva Historic Haunts…Saturday, 10/19, 10/26, Aren’t You Curious?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!!

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May 2nd, 2013

What’s Going On? Lewes, Delaware, A Fiesta, “Fun Friday”, 18th Annual British Motorcar Show, Merchants’ Spring Sidewalk Sale….Historic Lewes is Busy!, Delaware Beaches, Sussex County, Southern Delaware

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Festivities in Historic Lewes this week-end are not to be missed!  So, What’s Going On?

Friday, 5/3 – Sunday, 5/5 – Merchants’ Spring Sidewalk Sale will be taking place in the Historic Lewes Commercial District around Second Street.  Their 3-day sale begins Friday and ends on Sunday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.

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Friday, 5/3 – A Todo El Mundo Le Gusta La Fiesta (Everyone Loves a Party) – Lewes’ First Fiesta on Friday night is sponsored by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce’s Historic Lewes Business Committee.  Please note that Market Street, between Front Street and Second Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and the event will take place from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.

The “Fun Friday” events began two years ago to encourage people to come to Lewes on Friday and extend their week-end in the fall and spring.  Previous events include the “Lewes Celebrates the Royal Wedding”, an Italian Festival and an Oktoberfest.

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The Fun Friday Fiesta will incorporate aspects of May Day and Cinco de Mayo celebrations during the hours of the event.  Mariachi music will set the stage for a fun-filled 2 hours that the whole family will enjoy.  Kids Cottage will be hosting a craft project where children will be able to make their own miniature May Poles.  Fiesta-themed children’s games, including pinatas, a cactus rig toss and a bean bag toss will be set up in Mary Vessels Park, located on Market Street.  Commemorative glasses, sponsored by United Distributors, a distributor of El Jimador Blanco tequila, will be on sale for $5 at the Chamber’s visitor center in the Fisher-Martin House in Zwaanendael Park, next to the museum and at the festival site beginning at 4 p.m. on May 3rd.  On that day, the glasses can be taken into participating restaurants and presented to receive a discount on margarita drinks that day.

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Fiesta themed cuisine will be featured in many of the restaurants located in the historic business district.  The Buttery Restaurant, Jerry’s Seafood Restaurant, and a Touch of Italy will be selling fiesta cuisine on Market Street from 5 p.m. –  7 p.m. on May 3rd.

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A complete list of Fun Friday Fiesta activities hosted by the participating businesses in the historic business district surrounding Second Street will be available the day of the event.

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Saturday, 5/4 – The 18th Annual Lewes British Motorcar Show, “The British are coming…Again”, will welcome a wide array of classic British vehicles to Lewes on Saturday.  (No rain date.)  The Lewes Chamber of Commerce sponsors the show with asssitance from the British Car Club of Delaware.  It will be held from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Lewes Historical Society Complex, at Third and Shipcarpenter Streets in Lewes.

Eighteen years ago, Car Show Chairman, Mike Tyler, and the British Car Club of Delaware originated the concept of staging a British Motorcar Show in the spring to attract visitors to Lewes before the summer season got into full swing.  Each year the show features a different marque.  The 2013 Featured Marque is the Lotus Seven.  The Lotus Group of Companies was formed in 1959 and focuses on road cars and customer competition car production.

Accoarding to Betsy Reamer, Executive Director of the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, “The popularity of this show has continued to grow over the years and the change of venue to the Lewes Historical Society several years ago significantly increased attendance to the show.  Car Show attendees not only are able to view the cars but their entrance fee allow them to tour the Society’s historic buildings, one of Lewes’ premier attractions.”

Mike DiPaolo, Executive Director of the Lewes Historical Society, has been working with the other members of the Car show committee for the past 10 years.  “Our historic buildings will be open free of charge as part of the show because folks coming to the show as well as car collectors have interest in things historic.” he said.

One of the most popular features of the show is the Society’s concession stand, “Hiram’s Pub”, serving traditional British pub entrees, English soft drinks, British tea and British ales.  This year, The Rose & Crown Restaurant will be operating Hiram’s Pub during the hours of the show.

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The Car Show will conclude at 3 p.m. with the Winner’s Circle Parade down Second Street.  Admission is $3 for adults and children under 12 are free.  For more info. and to register a car in advance, call the Lewes Chamber of Commerce at 302-645-8073.  The fee to register the car in advance is $15 and $25 on May 4th.  Car entrants can download the entry form by visiting the Chamber’s website at http://www.leweschamber.com, click on Calendar of Events and scroll down to British Motorcar Show entry form.

Looks like Lewes is the place to be this week-end at the Delaware Beaches.

April 18th, 2013

What’s Going On? Lewes, Delaware, Activities, Events, Entertainment, Historic Lewes, Delaware Beaches, Southern Delaware

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The coastal town of Lewes, Delaware is located by Cape Henlopen, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Delaware Bay.  It was first settled by the Dutch in 1631.

It is the First Town in the First State.  And, if you even thought for a moment that Lewes rolls its sidewalk at dusk….then you have to visit this historic charming and much loved and respected town.

If you are walking through Lewes, stop by the Visitor Center, lcoated at 120 Kings Highway.  This is also a historic house called the Fisher-Martin House and it is next to the Zwaanendael Museum.  They have plenty of information available if you are new in the area.  Please visit http://www.leweschamber.com.

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Friday, 4/19 – Cape Henlopen State Park – 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. Explore the woods at sunset with their ears, not their eyes, in search of animals that emerge after dark.  Ages 7 and up with an adult.  $2 per person.  Meet at the Seaside Nature Center inside the Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive.  More info? Please call 302-645-6852.

Friday, 4/19 – Lewes Historical Society April Speaker Series with Chuck Fithian, Curator of Archeology, for a discussion on Lewes and the War of 1812, at 7:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m….Location?  The Lewes Presbyterian Church Hall at 133 Kings Highway.  Free admission, no reservations required.  More info?  Please visit http://www.historiclewes.org.

Friday, 4/19 – “Delaware’s Destiny Determined by Lewes” – Presentation by Supreme Court Justice, Randy Holland.  The program begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Lewes Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall at 133 Kings Highway.  “Delaware’s Destiny Determined by Lewes” is being introduced in Delaware at this Historical Society program and according to Michael DiPaolo, Executive Director of The Lewes Historical Society, a “copy of the book will be presented to each guest at no cost, in recognition of the launching of this first-time historic account, compliments of the author and the Delaware Heritage Commission”  Following the presentation, Justice Holland will sign copies of the book.  Light refreshments will be served after the talk.

Saturday, 4/20 – 2013 Walk for Autism at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes.  This is the largest community fundraiser, drawing over 2,000 people over 2 days of events in support of people and families affected by autism and raising the money to show it.  On Saturday, 4/27 there will be a second walk at Bellevue State Park, in Wilmington, Delaware.  Registration for both walks starts at 9 a.m.  Walk will begin at 11 a.m.  More info?  Please visit http://www.delautism.org.

Saturday, 4/20 – Dutch American Friendship Day – 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at the Zwaanendael Museum.  More info?  Please call 302-645-1148 or visit http://www.history.Delaware.gov.

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Saturday, 4/20 – Got Feathers?  Examine bird specimens and journey outside to identify some of Cape’s wild species.  Ages 7 and up.  Pre-registration is required by calling 302-645-6852.  $2/person.  11 a.m. until Noon.  Location? Seaside Nature Center located inside the Cape Henlopen State Park at 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive.

Saturday, 4/20 – The Rehoboth Beach based non-profit improvisational theater group and school, Delaware Comedy Theatre, is happy to present “DCT Unsprung…Spring Fever Edition!”  Saturday, 4/20 at Fish On! located at 173 N. Village Main, Village of Five Points in Lewes.  Seating begins at 6:30 p.m.  The show runs from &:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.  The cost is $10 per person at the door.  A full menu of fantastic food and drinks will be available, separately, and a 20% gratuity will be automatically added to the bill.  RSVP to Fish On after 4 p.m. at 302-645-9790.  The show is adult-themed and not appropriate for children.

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Saturday, 4/20 – Coastal Concerts presents REBEL Baroque Ensemble at Bethel United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall at 4th & Market Streets in Lewes.  For more information, please visit http://www.coastalconcerts.org.  Or, call 888-212-6458.

Sunday, 4/21 and 4/28 – Take Me Out to the Ball Game” – The Lewes Vintage Base Ball Club, participating in the Mid Atlantic Vintage Base Ball League and a member of the Vintage Base Ball Association will be playing both Sundays at the University of Delaware Lewes campus near the Virden Conference Center grounds at 700 Pilottown Rd. in Lewes.  “The earliest known reference to date of baseball in Lewes is from February of 1874 when a match pitting Lewes against Milton was advertised for March 1, 1874.”  The Lewes Vintage Base Ball Club plays by 1864 rules which have several differences from contemporary baseball, the most notable being the ability to catch the ball on one bounce for an out and no gloves permitted for outfielders.  Additionally, pitchers throw underhand; batters are called strikers; strikes are called when a striker does not attempt to swing the bat after a warning from the umpire; and foul balls can be caught on the bounce for an out.  Games are 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.  Sunday, 4/21 is Lewes vs. The Elkton Eclipse and on Sunday 4/28 is Lewes vs. the Diamond States.  This information was obtained from the Lewes Chamber of Commerce’s website.

Have a good week-end!!

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February 15th, 2013

What’s Going On? Lewes, Delaware, Activities, Events, First Town in The First State, Delaware Beaches

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It is a gorgeous day in Historic Lewes, Delaware….TGIF.  What’s Going On?

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Friday, 2/15, Saturday, 2/16 – Nassau Valley Vineyard’s 19th Annual Wine & Chocolate Tasting…all day long.  Enjoy locally-made chocolates from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, cheeses from Touch of Italy in Lewes, and internationally, award-winning, Delaware made wine.  10% discount on all purchase made during these days.  Nassau Valley Vineyards is celebrating its 20th year.  They are open year-round Monday through Friday 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday, Noon until 5 p.m.  More info?  Please visit http://www.nassauvalley.com.  Nassau Valley Vineyards is located at 32165 Winery Lane in Lewes.  Tel. 302-645-9463.

Saturday, 2/16 – Lewes Historical Society’s Antiques Sale from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. – This will be an antique-lovers paradise.  Location? The Rabbit’s Ferry House, at the Historical Society’s grounds on 110 Shipcarpenter St. in Lewes.  The sale will feature antiques and collectables for yourself or that special someone; jewelry to beautiful furniture.  The antiques and collectables being sold have been donated to benefit The Lewes Historical Society.  More info?  Please call 302-645-7670 or visit http://www.historiclewes.org.

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Saturday, 2/16 – US Air Force Heritage Brass Band Concert from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Lewes.  It is free and open to the public.  Heritage Brass features the diverse talents of 5 professional Airman-musicians whose commitment to excellence has earned worldwide acclaim and military distinction.  From Bach to the Beatles and patriotic favorites, they offer a musical experience enjoyed by all audiences.

These world-class musicians are stationed at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Virginia.  They travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, presenting over 300 events annually for the general public and in support of Airman morale and protocol events.

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Thursday, 2/21 – Artifact Illustration Workshop at the Zwaanendael Museum from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. – Archaeological Illustration Through Stipple Drawing is a workshop on illustrating artifacts through the art of stipple drawing.  Art supplies will be provided.  The Museum is located at 102 Kings Highway in Lewes.  The Zwaanendael Museum opens 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.  Free admission for this workshop but, due to space restrictions, reservations are required.  Just call 302-645-1148.

Saturday, 2/23 – Bus Trip to Washington, D.C., sponsored by the Friends of Cape Henlopen.  Enjoy a guided tour of the Air and Space Museum.  Visit any of the 8 Smithsonian Museums on the Mall.  For more info., please call 302-858-6127.

Have a good one!!

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April 11th, 2012

What’s Going On?, Lewes, Events, Activities, Entertainment, Lewes is Open for Business, Delaware Beaches

 

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Where the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean meet at Cape Henlopen, that’s where you will find the charming coastal town of Lewes.  It is no ordinary town; it is the First town in the First State.

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If you are visiting the Delaware Beaches you will be surprised to see so many events and activities.  To tell you the truth, this has been such an unusual year.  The weather, the towns, the residents and all of you visitors have made the Second Season a lot of fun.  It went by so quickly. 

Let’s get on with what’s going on in Lewes, Delaware.

 

Thursday, 4/12 through Sunday, 4/15 – 3rd Annual Lewes Tulip Festival.  Lewes in Bloom and other volunteers have planted more than 10,000 bulbs in the City’s parks and public places in the past 3 years. 

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Originally, the colors selected were red and white and blue, colors of both, the Dutch and American flags.

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The Lewes Historical Society is hosting a new event this year, associated with the Preservations Awared.  It is called Restoration Destination; a Restoration and Home Builder’s Expo to be held at the Lewes Presbyterian Church, located at 133 Kings Highway, on Friday and Saturday.  More info? www.historiclewes.org.

Please visit http://www.leweschamber.com, for details on this most awaited festival.  Just click on News and Events.  There will be Tulip Trolley Tours, Photography Contest, Quilt Exhibit.  Call 302-645-8073.  Stop by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce located at 120 Kings Highway.

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On The Rocks Bar & Grill – Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.  On the Boardwalk at the Lewes Ferry Terminal you will find On The Rocks Bar & Grill.  Right where the Cape May-Lewes Ferry is also located, 43 Cape Henlopen Drive.  The views are unparalleled. 

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I wrote a post on this popular Bar & Grill on August 17, 2011.  All you have to do is click on the month of August and scroll down to the date.  I had to go and try their hamburgers, which by they way, are sooo good.  Their website is www.ontherocksde.com.  You can also find them on Facebook.

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Friday, 4/13 and Saturday 4/14 – Sydney’s Music Revival at Bethany Blues Lewes, located at 18385 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1).  Website?  http://www.bethanyblues.com.   The entertainment will start at 8 p.m.

On Friday, 4/13 – Big Hat, No Cattle

On Saturday, 4/14 – Elwood Bishop

 

Saturday, 4/14 – Flea Market at the Seaside Nature Center from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.  The Flea Market is hosted by The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park.  The Seaside Nature Center is inside the Park located at 15099 Cape Henlopen Dr.  For purposes of GPS you might need to put in the old address, 42 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, DE 19958.

Clean items may be donated by dropping them off on Friday, 4/13, at the Nature Center Auditorium from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.  If it rains, the flea market will be held in the Auditorium.  More info?  Please visit www.friendsofcapehenlopen.org.

 

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At the Zwaanendael Museum, located at 3rd St. and Savannah Rd., you will find on Saturday, 4/14:

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The Zwaanendael Women’s Club sponsors “Get Ready for Earth Day”.  There will be Conservation Exhibits and information throughout the whole day.

The Museum will also be presenting on Saturday “Savory Sussex” from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m.  Charlie Smith, 4th generation farmer and co-owner of T.S. Smith & Sons farm in Bridgeville, DE will be the speaker at the final installment of “Savory Sussex”.  This is a Free event.  Call to reserve a seat since there is limited space.  Tel. 302-645-1148. 

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Charlie Smith will talk about his farm’s 105 year history, its sustainable approach to agriculture and the public’s opportunity to visit and tour the farm.  Samples of cream of asparagus soup made by Charlie’s sister, Susan, will be shared along with the family recipe.

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I had the opportunity to visit and tour this magnificent farm.  You can check my post written on September 29, 2011.  Just click on the month of September and scroll down to the date.

 

Have a great week-end in Lewes!!  Talk to you later…

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December 23rd, 2011

Out & About, Historic Lewes, Delaware, Second Street

 

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Out and about in the historic town of Lewes with my friend Jody.  Just a few hours to catch up before Christmas and New Year’s keep everyone wrapping, cooking and entertaining.

Living in a small coastal town is, to me, perfect at this time of the year.  I don’t have to be looking for my car lost in a big parking lot in a mall.  Local shops have everything my family and friends would want. 

Lewes is beautiful any time of the year.  Christmas has an appeal on this historic town.  It is the first town of the first state.  It has great restaurants, friendly residents, and wonderful shops.

For example, take the house where the Lewes Historical Society Museum Shop is located.  Right on the corner of Second and Mulberry Streets.  Ryves Holt was probably born in 1696 and died in 1763.  He lived in that house.  He was the Chief Justice of Three Lower Counties on Delaware from 1745 until 1763.  He was a Member of the Assembly and Speaker of the Assembly, as well. 

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The building is so beautiful in its simplicity.  Definitely, a post for the future.

The Lewes Historical Society has tours year round.  For more information, please visit www.historiclewes.org.

Continuing our strolling we ended up at The Cottage, which is located at 142 Second St., Tel. 302-644-1544.  Its owner is Sally Lawton.  The store has wonderful gifts.  It was described as “a vintage gift boutique”.  Another description would be “where past and present meet”.

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I picked up a few last minute gifts.  I loved the wine stopper.  Bought it for nobody in particular.  Thought it would be fun to attach it to a nice bottle of wine.  The candle smelled so good, I got it for a friend.  Then, a customer was raving about the Fleurs Du Jour Rice Body Powder.  She said she buys it for herself and friends.  It smelled delicious; talc free, soothing and moisturizing.  Of course, I got it.  I think I will put it under the tree.  It said that it would revitalize my skin and lift my spirits, as well.

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The Cottage will be closing at the end of the day today, Friday the 23rd.  They will be reopening in February.  At that time the store would have expanded to the next space, and a post will be more in depth then.   Please note:  Sales are on-going today.

If you have little ones that might want to say hello to Santa.  Well, today is also the last day to do so in Lewes.  Right on Second Street, Santa’s House can be found.  He will be there from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.

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Walking through Main Street Jody and I met Lizzy, who was walking and shopping with her Springer Spaniel.  Lizzy has a business and I am passing you the info.  She is a licensed and insured property manager.  Her business is Leave it All to Lizzy.  She is a one person “does it all”.  Home and office organization, event planning, house cleaning, rental preparation, linen service, grocery shopping, personal shopping vacation home opening/closing, holiday decorating, reservations and 48 hour move-ins.  For more info. please e-mail leaveitalltolizzy@gmail.com or call 302-841-0917.

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Chatting away…then we noticed the mini BMW with the tiniest of Christmas tree on top….so cute I had to take the picture.

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We did have a late lunch….the post in a few hours…..

 

Merry Christmas!!

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October 21st, 2011

What’s Going On?, Lewes, Activities, Events, Historic Lewes, Delaware Beaches, Friday, Saturday

 

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It is promising to be a great week-end at the Delaware Beaches.  Historic Lewes is great to visit year-round.  But, there is something about the Fall that brings the best in this town that is much loved by its residents and much appreciated by its visitors.

So, if you are here this week-end, this is what you should be looking forward to.

 

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Friday, and Saturday, 10/21 and 10/22 – Historic Haunts, Ghost Hunting.  The Lewes Historical Society invites you to find out who roams those historic buildings in the First Town of the First State. 

Tour Hours:  Both in the evening at 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m., or at 10:30 p.m. until 1:30 a.m.

$26 per person and please note that reservations are required.  The tours are for 13 years old and older.  More info. and reservations?  Call 302-645-7670 or visit www.historiclewes.org.

 

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Friday, 10/21 – A Taste for Art of Southern Delaware at the Clubhouse o Baywood Greens, located at Rt. 24 & 5.  From 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.  Baywoods is near Lewes and Rehoboth Beach.  Website? www.baywoodgreens.com/about/directions.htm.

Beautiful works by local artisans, top restaurants’ signature dishes, live jazz, beer, wine and specialty cocktails.

This is a benefit to support Children & Families First.  An organization that helps families develop solutions to meet challenges and embrace opportunities.  All proceeds will support services to families in Sussex County.  For more info. please call 302-604-6277 or visit www.cffde.org.

 

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Friday, 10/21 – Kick your heels and get on the dance floor.  At Bethany Blues, Lewes, at 8 p.m. you will find The Teletones.  Bethany Blues, Lewes is located at 18385 Coastal Highway.  Tel. 302-644-2500.  Website?  www.bethanyblues.com.  

Besides great food it is a music venue and tonight’s group, The Teletones, is an all-star group of veteran-based musicians who joined forces in 2009 to create their own unique gumbo of blues, soul and funk music.

 

Saturday, 10/22 –  Best way to start your morning is by visiting a farmers market.  So many things to enjoy.  Well, Lewes outdoes itself with its Historic Lewes Farmers Market from 9 until Noon at the Lewes Historical Society Complex on 2nd & Shipcarpenter Streets.  For more info. you can visit www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org.

 

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Cape Henlopen State Park – What’s Going On?

Please remember that Park fees are still in effect until the end of November.  $4 for Delaware registered vehicles and $8 for out of state vehicles.

Friday, 10/21 – Is Friday Night Hikes at 6 p.m.  Tales of what comes out on Halloween nights?  Really, check what comes out at the Park.  Join naturalist to learn about animals and other sights and sounds of the Park only to be experienced as the sun sets.

Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.  Pre-registration is required by calling 302-645-6852.  Cost?  $2.00

 

Saturday, 10/22 – Get Out & Hike Series – Dune Dynamics Hike (1.5 miles) at 11 a.m.  Meet at the Seaside Nature Center then they will go to the respective trail heads.

Join a naturalist and discover why the plants and animals that call the dunes their year-round home might be glad that crowds are gone.

Call 302-645-6852 for directions, more info. and to pre-register.

 

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