April 11th, 2012
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.
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.
Originally, the colors selected were red and white and blue, colors of both, the Dutch and American flags.
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.
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.
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.
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.
At the Zwaanendael Museum, located at 3rd St. and Savannah Rd., you will find on Saturday, 4/14:
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.
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.
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…
August 20th, 2011
Historic Lewes was founded in 1631. Charming streets, beautiful scenery, quaint, great shopping and diverse restaurants, are some of the attributes of Lewes. But, I have said it many times before; the residents really make the town. They are friendly and go out of their way to make you feel at home. You want to come back again and again. They are proud of their town.
If you are visiting Lewes this coming week, check out what’s going on. There is always something; a concert, a walk, music, a Farmers’ Market.
Sunday, 8/21 – 3rd Annual Greene Turtle Lewes 5K Run/Walk from 7:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Run or walk the pretty and flat course nestled in the residential communities at the Villages of Five Points and support the Cancer Support Community of Delaware. There will be a complimentary post-race party featuring music, beer and refreshments at “The Turtle”. For more info. and to register, visit www.cancersupportdelaware.org or call Lily at 302-645-9150.
Monday, 8/22 – Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse Tour from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Take a short boat ride and walk in the steps of the lighthouse keeper. Included in the tour is a boat ride, a tour of the interior, and a climb to the lantern room. Also included is the sail-by of the Harbor of Refuge Light Station for close views and photography. These tours are open to adults and children from ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). Reservations are required.
For reservations and information, please call 302-644-7046 or visit www.delawarebaylights.org.
“The Delaware River & Bay Lighthouse Foundation is an all-volunteer organization that serves as the caretaker for 2 of Delaware’s 9 remaining historic lighthouses; Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse and Delaware Breakwater East End.
Tuesday, 8/22 – Burger Special and Music in the Evening at On the Rocks located at the Cape May Lewes DE Ferry Terminal. Website? www.ontherocksde.com. Casual, great views, waterfront…and one very delicious burger.
Tuesday, 8/23 – It’s a Summer Concert with Rockafillys at 7 p.m. at Stango Park, which is located along King’s Highway, next to the Lewes Public Library. This is music under the stars, an outdoor event.
It is said that “They rock, they roll, they chase those blues with swing and soul!!” The Rockafillys are one of the Northeast’s premier dance bands. They play everything from 40s R&B and Boogie Woogie to Jumpin’ Blues and Western Swing.
Thursday, 8/25 – Lewes Steps Out for Fitness – This walking program takes place the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Sign up is at 5 p.m. in the parking lot at Beach 1, then, walk to the Canalfront Park for a full filled activity. All are welcomed.
Saturday, 8/27 – Lewes Historic Farmers’ Market – 8 a.m. until Noon. It is held at the Lewes Historical Society Complex at 2nd and Shipcarpenter streets. More info.? Please visit http://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org.
Do you love this market like we all do? Then cast your vote on http://action.farmland.org/site/PageNavigator/Americas-Favorite-Farmers-Markets/sign_up_vote_new?market=709.
Sunday, 8/28 – A Summer Concert with the Diamond State Band at Stango Park at 7 p.m. Stango Park is located right along King’s Highway, next to the Lewes Public Library.
Tuesday, 8/30 – Summer Concert Series with Copper Sky featuring light Jazz/Folk. The concert starts at 7 p.m. at Stango Park, located along King’s Highway, next to the Lewes Public Library.
Have a great week!!!…Talk to you later…
August 17th, 2011
It has not been even a month since I wrote about the Cape May-Lewes Ferry. I could never get tired of that view. Relaxing, peaceful and serene.
There is a tall ship anchored, which adds to a most spectacular and unique site. I went to check it out.
Its name is the Kalmar Nyckel. It is also Delaware’s official tall ship Ambassador. It is a recreation of the first colonial Swedish ship to arrive in America at what is now, Wilmington, Delaware.
Some of its dimensions are:
Full rigged ship, 141′, 168 gross tons. It is owned by the Kalmar Nychel Foundation. It is one of America’s pioneering colonial ships. For more information you can visit www.KalmarNyckel.org.
The tall ship will be in Lewes through the first week in September. You can sail the tall ship or you can also have a pirate sail, as well. For full schedule and rates either visit the website above mentioned or, call 302-429-7447.
On Sunday, 8/28, there will be free dock tours from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
The Cape May Lewes Ferry Terminal is located at 43 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes. Transportation from the Terminal can be done by bus, trolley or bikes. For schedules, please visit http://www.capemaylewesferry.com/schedules-fares.
I decided that I was hungry. On the Rocks Bar & Grill was on my mind. The hamburgers? They say they are the best. So, why not?
I met Ken who works along with his wife and a few others at On The Rocks. I ordered a plain hamburger. I wanted to get the full effect of this American favorite.
I asked Ken. What makes it so special? His answer was that their supplier is excellent…then right before we cook it we….oh, sorry, it’s a secret. What? You are leaving me hanging with suspense, Ken.
It arrived as I was getting into some of that Calypso/Jimmy Buffet music. It was 1/2 lb. beef, moist, perfectly cooked, and delicious. Just like I had been told. I had an iced tea. I was lucky too. There was a special; Tuesdays it is $8.00 for the hambuger and tea. In the evening it is music on the deck.
Thursday is Bucket of Crabs, a draft beer or a soda for $16. To check out their menu, specials, events, and entertainment, please visit www.ontherocksde.com.
I was surprised by the arrival of Peggy Mitchell. She is the Manager of Food & Retail-Lewes Delaware River & Bay Authority. She thanked me for the the last post. She loves her job. You can tell. She has a passion for it; does not feel like a job, at all.
Peggy told me that they have hosted 6 weddings this year with 2 other ones in September. Other events are also held at this beautiful spot. More info? Please visit http://www.capemaylewesferry.com/book-an-event.
She also told me that this spot is the best kept secret. Some locals do not want it divulged. Sorry, that has been taken care of already.
Did I tell you how friendly everyone has been?
Have a good one!! Talk to you later.
And, there she went again; always on time…
August 4th, 2011
Plenty of times I have taken the “ferry” over to Cape May. Just for the day. That is how close we are to the New Jersey shore; approximately 17 miles across the Delaware Bay.
To cross over, it takes about 80 minutes each way. You can take you car since the ferry can handle about 100 vehicles. Or, just go as a foot passenger. If you come to visit us in Lewes, and you are a foot passenger, there are shuttles available to take you to different destinations. Or, you can rent a bike.
The Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal is located at 43 Cape Henlopen Drive. Their website is http://www.capemaylewesferry.com. For faster access to their schedule you can visit http://www.capemaylewesferry.com/schedules-fares.
I really was not going anywhere when I decided to take a drive to the terminal and check their outdoor Bar & Grill; On the Rocks. It was during my daily trip to the grocery store when a person told me about On the Rocks. She told me I should blog about it. That it had the best view and good drinks, as well.
I don’t know a lot of ferry terminals but this one in Lewes is gorgeous. I arrived around 6 p.m. Cars were lined up for the 6:15 ferry. Everything was very well organized and the staff was friendly.
The inside of the building is spacious, with plenty of comfortable tables to either just wait for your ferry or grab something to eat and relax.
There is a gift shop with “all things ferry” among other items for all of us that need a shop at every turn.
And then, when you go outside, you will experience the prettiest view of the Bay. It truly is gorgeous. At that time of the early evening it was particularly beautiful; the ferry arriving.
There are tables with umbrellas. The deck is immaculate. You can walk around or just sit back and relax. There is a playground for kids to play safely; miniature golf, as well.
On the Rocks Bar & Grill is an open bar with stools around it. I just got an ice tea and sat outside taking the view in. I looked through the menu. I did not get anything to eat but I have been told that the hamburgers are very good.
Unique place to bring guests to have lunch or a drink. They won’t forget it, that’s for sure.
This terminal is also a venue for weddings, celebrations, anniversaries, birthday parties, etc. To book an event please visit http://www.capemaylewesferry.com/book-an-event.
The terminal also holds other programs and events. The next event will be on Sunday, 8/7, at 6:15 p.m. It is called DaBreak Lounge on the Ferry “Twin Capes”. For more info. you can call 800-643-3779 or visit http://www.capemaylewesferry.com/programs.
The entertainers for that event will be Valhallas Pirates. Their mission is to present historical and theatrical entertainment to children and adults.
They help young people who are struggling with social, emotional and medical difficulties. They also aid the charities who are dedicated to those causes.
Valhallas Pirates educate the public regarding the golden age of piracy….check their website http://www.valhallaspirates.com to see what they are all about. You can become a pirate too!!
It was just about time for the Ferry to take off. They were announcing for everyone to be inside their cars; foot passengers in the terminal…..and right on time, there it went….
Have a good one!!
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