June 7th, 2013
After 3 seasons of bringing innovative theatre to the Eastern Shore, Brown Box Theatre Project is thrilled to be returning to Ocean City, Maryland, with its production of Steven Dietz’s The Nina Variations.
Director of Free Shakespeare at the Beach and local talent, and Ocean City’s own, Kyler Taustin, will take the helm to bring to life this relentless twist on Chekov’s modern classic, The Seagull. Brown Box Theatre Project extends you an invitation to join them at the New Ocean City Center for the Arts for a beautiful night celebrating the arts in all its forms.
The performances will start at 7:30 p.m. Location? 94th St. in Ocean City. To purchase tickets, please visit http://www.brownboxtheatre.org.
The Nina Variations explores a relationship cursed by unrequited and complicated love in 42 variations of how the love story of Nina and Treplev could have ended. Dietz pits these lovers’ vibrant and soaring passions against one another in a fast-paced tour de force of romantic entanglement.
Since its formation in 2009, Brown Box Theatre Project has been producing quality theatre up and down the East Coast, including venues in Boston, New York, Maryland, and Delaware. This season marks the expansion of the company’s presence on the shore. The Nina Variations will be the first of three productions touring the area followd by the 3rd Annual Free Shakespeare at the Beach: A Midsummer Night’s Dream and a new work, Ashes, by British playwright, Ali Muriel.
More info? Please visit http://www.brownboxtheatre.org, or call 443-880-4328.
June 1st, 2013
 Florida Mangoes Hot weather, blue skies….the beach. This one is for the diet concious!
In Rehoboth Beach, Giant is my source for mangoes, 4 for $5…in Florida, they are plentiful, and most of the time free for me. And, when I was growing up in Puerto Rico, practically every house had mango tree and I would, literally, sit with a bag of mangoes in front of me and start eating them. No knife needed, either.
 Giant in Rehoboth Beach Mangoes Mangoes are native of India. They are the most cultivated fruit of the tropical world.
Local Delaware strawberries are small, sweet and delicious…..so why not a little Mango Mania and Strawberries?
MANGO MANIA SMOOTHIE
1 cup fresh mango chunks, chilled
3 tsps. lime juice, unstrained and chilled
1 1/2 cups strawberries, fresh sliced and chilled
12 oz. diet gingerale, chilled
Put mango, lime juice, and strawberries in the blender and whirl until smooth.
Tilt the blender and gradually pour gingerale downside to avoid too much fizz.
Pour into a neat, tropical looking glass and serve.
 Hand painted glass from TaDa in Historic Berlin, Maryland
May 1st, 2013
Ocean City, Maryland is starting May with plenty to do for all the visitors that will be arriving for the Annual Springfest, then, that will be followed by 2 weeks of dining with Restaurant Week being the main event. And, for all those car enthusiasts, the 23rd Annual Cruisin’ Ocean City will be taking place in mid May. So, where, when….and is the weather going to cooperate? What’s Going On, O.C.?
Thursday, 5/2 – Sunday, 5/5 – Kicking Off the 2013 Season in Ocean City with the celebration of spring and the upcoming summer season. Live entertainment, delicious food, unique arts and crafts under 4 tremendous tents located at the Inlet Lot at the south end of Ocean City’s famous Boardwalk. There will be musical performances on 2 stages. Admission? FREE All entertainment is free with the exception of the headline acts. For more information, please visit http://www.ococean.com/events. Please note that times and entertainment are subject to change, so it will be best to check the website. Beatlemania Again will be on Thursday, 5/2 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 – $10, for reserved seating. Friday 5/3 is Justin Moore – Country at 8:00 p.m. $25-$45 for Reserved Seating. Saturday’s event – Foreigner is sold out.
Sunday, 5/5 – Sunday, 5/19 – Restaurant Weeks in Ocean City. Known for great restaurants and extensive food choices, Ocean City is offering 2 weeks of dining at great prices. No passes, tickets or coupons are needed or required. Just choose a participating restaurant and dine out on the dates of the promotion. Check out the participating restaurants and start planning your culinary experience by visiting http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com/ocmd-food-restaurants. Contact Ocean City Hotel-Motel Restaurant Association at 410-289-6733 or 1-800-626-2326 if you need to talk to someone.
Thursday, 5/16 – Sunday, 5/19 – The 23rd Annual Cruisin’ Ocean City. The event has reached its maximum number of participants. Spectator passes will be available at the event. There will be more than 3,000 Hot Rods, Customs, Classics, and Trick Trucks. They will be taking over the streets of O.C. Show hours are Thursday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Locations? Inlet Parking Lot on 809 South Atlantic Ave. and the Convention Center at 4001 Coastal Highway. General Admission? $10…tickets can be purchased at the Inlet or at the Convention Center. Children under 14 are free with an adult. Questions? Please call 410-798-6304. Visit http://www.specialeventpro.com/cruisin.php. Please note that the Boardwalk parades will take place at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
And, don’t forget, to check the car auctions with Express Auctioneers. Anyone interested in selling or buying a car should contact Bernie at 443-807-8883. For additional auction info., please visit http://www.occollectorcars.com.
If Music and Entertainment play a big part when you visit Ocean City, then check out the following to see who is playing:
BJ’s On The Water – http://www.bjsonthewater.com
Captain’s Table, Courtyard by Marriot – http://www.captainstableoc.com
Dead Freddies On The Bay – http://www.deadfreddiesoceancity.com
Fager’s Island – http://www.fagers.com
Galaxy 66 Bar and Grille – http://www.galaxy66barandgrille.com
Greene Turtle North – http://www.greeneturtle.com
Green Turtle West – http://www.greeneturtle.com
Jive Bayfront Wine and Martini Bar – http://www.ocjive.com
MR Ducks – http://www.mrducks.com
Ocean Club – http://www.clarionoc.com
Purple Moose Saloon – http://www.purplemoosesaloon.com
Seacrets – http://www.seacrets.com
Save the Date: Summer!! It is around the corner. Just think about a hot summer day….you decide to stop at Seacrets….Pain In DE Ass!! That’s what its called. Multiple layers of frozen Rum Runner, which is blackberry and banana liqueurs with a kick of Gold Rum and Pina Colada.
On that note, talk to you later.
April 27th, 2013
These National Food Holidays are getting crazy…yesterday was National Pretzel Day. I hope you took my advice and tasted the Crab Pretzel from Woddy’s in Dewey Beach, Delaware. Don’t worry…it’s on their menu all the time. Next time.
Today is another day and another National Holiday Celebration on a gorgeous day in Delmarva. Happy National Prime Rib Day!! Just the tought of a juicy prime rib can get my mouth to water. The marbling on a prime rib gives it the designation…and taste too.
Less than 2% of all beef produced in the U.S. will earn the prime designation. This is the highest quality; with USDA designation being the most desirable.
Fager’s Island is located at 200 60th St. in Ocean City, Maryland. Tel. 410-524-5500. They open all day long. Brunch, light fare, fine dining…plenty of events all year long. Website? http://www.fagers.com
Since 1976 Fager’s has been serving one awesome and delicious Prime Rib. If you are at the beaches during the fall, winter and spring…check out their prime rib nights. To me, it is the best prime rib. Cooked to order, with seasonal side dishes and shaved horseradish…
Had to share it!! You’ve got to try it!!
Note: Fager’s has a full menu…please check out the website. And also please note that Fager’s is one of those restaurants that take care of customers with food allergies….very aware of those with gluten allergies and sensitivities.
April 1st, 2013
During the 1940’s and 1950’s , it was when the U.S. interstate system came about. People took to the roads….much easier now to see the states; more direct routes. States wanted to capitalize on tourism. They made packable souvenirs. Tablecloths were one of such souvenirs. They showed the tourist areas of that particular state traveled. These vintage tablecloths are now sought after.
Taking to the roads, that’s what I should have done on Easter Sunday when I found myself traveling south. US Airways is the reason for my venting.
The international airports closest to the Delaware and Maryland Beaches are BWI, and Philly. But, there is one regional airport that when it does go smoothly, then, it is very convenient. It is in the town of Salisbury, Maryland. US Airways flies from this airport with stops in Philly or Charlotte. You will then have to connect to your final destination.
Getting up at 5 a.m. with plenty of time to get to Salisbury. About one hour’s drive. Flight was at 8:30 a.m. Lots of people were there already; the plane holds about 50 people or even more.
First delay….I already missed my connection. They put me on a later flight from Charlotte. People started panicking. Some were even getting on cruises.
What’s the problem?…I asked. “The plane is broken. They are trying to fix it.” Hmmm, that was comforting.
Another hour goes by. Next delay. Now instead of PBI (West Palm), I am now being sent to Ft. Lauderdale.
Another hour goes by. A later plane to Ft. Lauderdale.
Finally, they said….an indefinite delay, but it could take off. Well, they told me that there was a flight leaving from Baltimore at 3:30 p.m.
So, there I was driving to Baltimore, another 2 plus hours, which is where I should have gone in the first place.
The people that were going on the cruise went home practically in tears.
The lady that had paid $150 extra to go through Salisbury instead of Philly….oh yes…she was rerouted through Philly.
BWI was not as crowded. Of course, I am now in Baltimore and my return flight is to Salisbury. No, they could not change that there. That was a Salisbury thing. I needed to call their Customer Service pronto and tell them my dilema. They gave me the number and they graciously changed it to Baltimore with no added charges. Surprise, surprise!!
Charlotte airport was crazy. It was packed and you better be in good shape otherwise you will miss your connection. People were running to get to their gate. I took my time. I had one hour.
By this time I was thinking that if I had driven to Florida, I would have been almost to Jacksonville.
Of course, there was a slight delay as we sat on the runway. Imagine that.
We got to Ft. Lauderdale at 8:20 p.m. My 4th airport, and not a soul in sight. Easy drive to my final destination…about 25 minutes.
Then, I opened my email and there is a survey from US Airways….asking me to let them know how my last experience flying with them was. I am still laughing. I cannot wait to really vent to them.
Talk to you later..Have a good one!
March 16th, 2013
It does not matter where you celebrate; but do wear green!! Check http://www.delmarvairish.org if you are in Ocean City, Maryland.
This info. is for you, Pub Crawlers!! Visiting the Delaware Beaches? Or, Ocean City, Maryland?
IRISH EYES PUB & RESTAURANT: Locations? Milton, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach…Website? http://www.irisheyespub.com
MILTON – Located at 105 Union St. Entertainment?
Saturday, 3/16 – Mythica from 7 p.m. until 12 a.m.
Sunday, 3/17 – The Folk Heroes from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m.
LEWES – Located at 213 Anglers Rd. Entertainment?
Saturday, 3/16 – The Wise Guys from 9 p.m. until 12:30 a.m.
Sunday, 3/17 – The Hit The Bottle Boys from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m.
REHOBOTH BEACH – Located at 52-B Rehoboth Avenue. Entertainment?
Sunday, 3/17 – Mythica from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m.
THE GREENE TURTLE: Locations? Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Ocean City, Maryland Website? http://www.thegreeneturtle.com
LEWES – Located at 17388 N. Village Main Blvd. #21 at the Villages of Five Points
REHOBOTH BEACH – Located at 101 S. Boardwalk
OCEAN CITY, Maryland – Located at 11601 Coastal Highway
FINBAR’S IRISH PUB – Located at 316 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach Website? http://www.finbarspub.com
STONEY LONEN IRISH PUB & EATERY – Located at 208 Second St., Rehoboth Beach Website? http://www.stoneylonen.com
SMITTY MCGEE’S RAW BAR & RESTAURANT – Located on Rt. 54, West Fenwick Island Entertainment? Website? http://www.smittymcgees.com
Saturday, 3/16 – DJ Wax from Noon until 4 p.m. Followed by Randy Lee Ashcrafts & The Saltwater Cowboys from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Entertainment continues with Bo Dickerson from 8 p.m. until closing time.
Sunday, 3/17 – Noon until 8 p.m. DJ Wax Tons of Foods & Drinks Specials!!
PEAKY’S – Located at 13801 Coastal Highway – Rooftop at the Fenwick Inn in Fenwick Island, Delaware
DUFFY’S TAVERN – Located at 130th St., Montego Bay Shopping Center in Ocean City, Maryland Website? http://www.duffysoc.com
FINNIGAN’S IRISH PUB & EATERY – Located at 4810 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland – Tel. 410-723-3150
SHENANIGAN’S IRISH PUB & GRILLE – Located at 4th Street & the Boardwalk at the Shoreham Hotel. Website? http://www.ocshenanigans.com/stpatricks.html
Entertainment at Shenanigan’s will be: Patrick McAllorum, James Gallagher & Off the Boat. Special appearances by The Chesapeake Caledonia Pipe Band, The Ocean City Pipe Band, and The Camden Pipe & Drum.
HOUSE OF WELSH – located at 1106 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Delaware, will be offering $3.77 Corned Beef, Cabbage, Potatoes – Entertainment with DJ Tom at 2 p.m. and Tony Vega at 5 p.m. Green Attire a Must!!
Have a great time …Remember, if you need a ride, call The Black Pearl, limo and designated driver services at 302-569-2273; covering up and down the Delaware and Maryland Beaches!!
December 25th, 2012
‘Twas the night before Christmas and Santa’s a wreck…How to live in a world that’s politically correct?
His sack was quite empty, limp to the ground;
Nothing fully acceptable was to be found
Something special was needed, a gift that he might give to all without angering the left or right
A gift that would satisfy, with no indecision,
Each group of people, every religion;
Every ethnicity, every hue,
Everyone, everywhere…even you.
So here is that gift, it’s price beyond worth…
“May you and your loved ones enjoy Peach on Earth”
Note: This poem is just part of a poem written by Harvey Ehrlich in 1992. It still fits so well.
Merry Christmas y Feliz Navidad
December 13th, 2012
I want you to meet Petey. This is the hardest working pooch in all Historic Berlin, Maryland. His place of work? NEST, located at 11 S. Main St. Tel. 410-629-1030. From the moment you enter NEST he greets you with a certain look. He follows you around. I am not sure if he wants to see if you are really going to buy something, if you had heard about him, or if you are going to pet him. He really has the run of the store. He is quiet, discreet and just sooo cute.
Dee is the proprietor of this very eclectic shop. She is a multi-talented woman, wearing many hats. At the store, Dee is part of that group of shopkeepers that make you feel so comfortable from the moment you meet her.
My friend, Susan, and I decided to visit Berlin on Wednesday. The Historic town of Berlin is about 45 minutes from Rehoboth Beach. At this time of the year you get there in no time. Plus, it is a nice drive. NEST was one of the first stores we visited and it has great finds.
Dee also sews beautiful totes with contrasting colors, all lined, and with pockets.
 
She opens year-round and her merchandise changes constantly.
What is Kantha? The quilts which are handmade in India using cotton sari scraps are repurposed into modern accessories.
On Friday, 12/14, is the 2nd Friday Art Stroll when shops are open late and galleries hold receptions from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Every Friday in December, please join NEST from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Burley Oak Brewery, located at 10016 Old Ocean City Blvd., in Berlin, for a handcrafted beer and a taste of NEST eclectic selection of gifts.
Have a good one!! Talk to you later.
 
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