February 14th, 2014
 
Today is warm!! About 50 degrees or more at the Delware Beaches. After these past couple of weeks it is time to get together and celebrate the 8th Annual Lewes Winter Fest Barkfest, in Historic Downtown Lewes.
This is a fundraising event for Georgetown SPCA. Last year it was a bit cool, but we were all there to see all the pooches parade during the popular Pet Pageant on BARK STREET!!
Yappy Hour starts Friday, the 14th at Irish Eyes, located at 213 Anglers Rd. Party with your pooch and meet other Yappers!! from 5 until 7 p.m. It should be fun. Pets should be on a leash. Drinks like Bark-tini and the Cat-atonic will be available. Irish Eyes will be donating 10% of their total food sales for the entire day to the SPCA.
Winter Fest Barkfest was started by Lesley Bowers, owner of P.U.P.S., Pawsitively Unique Pet Shop, located on Second Street. Website? http://www.pupsoflewes.com.
The Georgetown SPCA will have a “Fill the Van” during both events at which time they are soliciting donations of blankets, sheets, pet food, kitty litter, toys, dog bones and bleach for cleaning their kennels.
On Saturday, 2/15 at 2 p.m. the Pet Pageant will begin, where pets of all sizes and shapes, ages and genders strut their stuff in front of the judges and the crowds. The professional photographers will be there to capture all the excitement.
Four categories for competition: Formal Wear, Leisure Wear, Companion Look Alike, and Kids Freestyle, open only to children.
Registration takes place at P.U.P.S. at 117 Second Street. You can also register on Saturday in front of Citizens Bank from Noon until 1:30 p.m. The registration entry donation is $5 and benefits the Delaware SPCA.
All contestants must be on site no later than 1:30 p.m. to receive their entry numbers. They can line up with their owners at 1:45 p.m. behind Citizens Bank.
NOTE: This year, very special shelter dogs will be in attendance, showing their unconditional love and looking for their forever homes!!
Have a good one!!
May 16th, 2013
Love the water? Love history? Love to shop? Love to eat? One answer…Lewes, Delaware. Lewes has the perfect location. You can swim in the bay and the ocean. Stroll the streets of this charming and well preserved coastal town, shop at unique boutiques owned by the friendliest shopkeepers. Eat at innovative restaurants that are the talk of the Delaware Beaches. And, if you are a history buff, then, you are in the right town.
So, What’s Going On, Lewes?
Friday, 5/17 – Remembering Lewes – It is Lewes Historical Society May Speaker Series. Chuck Fithian, curator of archaeology with the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs will bring his extensive knowledge to his presentation of “The Honour of the State has not been tarnished” Delaware in the War of 1812. The program begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Lewes Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall on Kings Highway.
Saturday, 5/18 – Historic Lewes Farmers’ Market from 8 a.m. until Noon at the Lewes Historical Society grounds located at 110 Shipcarpenter St. More info? Please visit http://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org.
Saturday, 5/18 – Youth Fishing Tournament for ages 16 and under at the fishing pier in Cape Henlopen State Park from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. $10 entry fee. T-shirts for the first 50 tournament entrants. Prizes will be awarded. Sunday, 5/19 will be the rain date.
Saturday, 5/18 – Lewes Celebrates Maritime Day 2013!! 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. May 22nd is National Maritime Day. It was first declared by Congress in 1933. It honors the contributions of the American merchant marine, civilians who have defended the freedom of the United States since 1775. During WWII they executed the largest sealift the world has ever seen. Its observance also honors the maritime industry. The Cape May – Lewes Ferry will host a local version of the celebration. Location? The Lewes Ferry Terminal. There will be a Remembrance Ceremony at 1:00 p.m. Engine Room and Bridge Tours, Maritime Displays…and food and drinks available. Rain or shine!
 Canalfront Park Saturday, 5/18 – First tour of Tour the Lighthouse!! Walk in The Steps of The Keeper…Reservations are required. Climb to the top of the Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse and take a trip to the Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse for photos. Tours are subject to change. Check the weather. Please call 302-644-7046 for reservations. You may visit the website to make a reservation and check their summer tour schedule…http://www.delawarebaylights.org/tours.html. Tours depart from the pier located behind the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal in Lewes. Free parking is available in the Foot Passenger Lot. Only 24 tickets will be sold per tour. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Life jackets are provided and must be worn. No sandals or open toe shoes allowed. and children must be at least 13 years old, except on the dates noted. One child per adult. The Harbor of Refuge Light Station is presently closed for repairs. However, tours will sail by for a close view and photos.
Saturday, 5/18 – Pooches in the Park – 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. This is a festive and new event which caters for both, the 2-legged and 4-legged family members. It will be held at Canalfront Park. This sounds like so much fun!! The day will feature a doggie spa for massages and acupuncture to drool over, pet portraits, specialized vendors, games and prizes. Obedience, agility and dock diving skills will be showcased. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Canalfront Park, Savannah Animal Hospital and P.U.P.S. (Pawsitively Unique Pet Shop in Lewes). Entry fee is $5 per dog, payable on-site or on-line http://www.lewescanalfrontpark.org. One dog per handler is requested. Bring your entire family; no charge for the human element.
I stopped the other day at Lewes Canalfront Park, which is about 3 acres located on Front Street on the banks of the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal. Popular events are held here year-round. There is parking, benches, and walking paths, perfect to enjoy the beauty of Lewes. “When the old boatyard site was being considered for retail and residential development, local residents and the Greater Lewes Foundation raised funds to develop the land as a park. The Firends of the Lewes Canalfront Park supports the programs of the Park while the City of Lewes provides the maintenance. New members and volunteers are always needed.
Sunday, 5/19 – Yoga By the Canal every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. Location? Canalfront Park on Front Street in Lewes.
SAVE THE DATE – Picnic in The Park, at Canalfront Park on Front Street – Get your tickets. This event will sell out. Sunday, June 2nd from Noon until 3:00 p.m. Favorite Lewes restaurants participate in making their specialties. Only 1,000 tickets will be sold. Adults tickets $10. Tickets for 12 children 12 and under are $5. Food and drink tickets are sold separately at the event; tickets are $2 each depending on the food/drink option. My tickets on-line by visiting http://www.lewescanalfrontpark.org/events_picnic.html.
 Canalfront Park NOTE: 4th Annual Delmarva on View – Lewes Library Benefit Photography Contest & Show. Delaware, Maryland and Virginia in Photographs. Professional and Amateur Categories. Submit entries until June 14th. For entry fee, rules and deadlines, please visit http://www.leweslibrary.org. You may also contact June Rose Futcher at jrfdelaware@gmail.com
Have a Great Day!
February 13th, 2013
It was Saturday, 2/9; God forbid we would miss a minute of the Barkfest’s Pet Pageant. Jody and I were seated at Cafe Azafran, located at 109 Market Street in Historic Lewes. It is one of those very popular local restaurants that for many years has been a favorite. A couple of years ago, they also opened another Cafe Azafran on 18 Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Lunch in the Lewes location is served daily from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Dinner is served Wednesday through Saturday beginning at 5 p.m. Tel. 302-644-4446. Website? http://www.cafeazafran.com.
We chose salads for lunch, but the restaurants has soups, sandwiches, mini-wiches and mini-ensaladas….yes, there is a Mediterranean influence. The salads tasted as good as they looked.
Chef Salad with chicken and Spanish ham over field greens, endive, artichokes, hard-boiled egg, roasted peppers, tomatoes and olives, balsamic vinaigrette and pecorino.
Spinach Salad with Manchego cheese, egg, crimini mushrooms, chickpeas, almonds, tomato, red onion, cucumber and toasted cumin vinaigrette.
We were totally satisfied, so, no dessert was necessary. Off we went around the corner to see if the pooches were getting ready.
 
This was the 7th Annual Pet Pageant taking place during the festivities of Barkfest. This was started by Lesley Bowers, owner of P.U.P.S. (Pawsitively Unique Pet Shop), located at 117 Second St. in Downtown Lewes. Website? http://www.pupsoflewes.com.
This event raised funds for the Georgetown SPCA. Website? http://www.delspca.org.
Doggies at The Beach….always present when helping the community to raise funds for those that cannot speak for themselves. Website? http://www.doggiesatthebeach.com.
Then, we noticed that even the street’s name was being changed for the day…perfect!
It was so chilly but we were there to support a good cause and to have fun. Some of the contestants were mingling; so were we.
All of a sudden I spotted Samson and Delilah. I had seen these beautiful Standard Poodles a few years ago, also competing on the Boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach. Then and now. So funny, the owners said their costumes were a little tighter this year.
 
There were several divisions….like the look-a-likes.
 
Lesley was the M.C. and stunning was a word used describing the costumes. Jim Ford, the Mayor of Lewes, handed the awards.
The crowds gathered and cheered!!
 
The photographers trying to get those perfect shots for the local newspapers.
And the pageant continued…the Queen of Hearts.
 
Dog Gone Pizzeria!! He was a winner.
 
A wagon full of Yorkies….
It was so much fun!!
 
This little girl was just hugging her pooch after they had won!! Priceless!!
And, this little one found his “forever” home when his foster mom decided to keep him.
Have a great one!!
 Here, here, there, there...it feels soooo good!!
February 6th, 2013
 One of P.U.P.S regular customers. “Dog-centric” to say the least. Historic Lewes is going to the dogs. The 7th Annual Lewes Winter Fest Barkfest event takes place in the Historic Commercial District surrounding Second Street and across the canal at Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant on Friday and Saturday, 2/8 and 2/9.
This is a great opportunity for Valentine’s Day shoppers, diners, and visitors to participate in this fun event. It is for the whole family. The retail businesses and restaurants will be offering Valentine holiday-themed specials, including discounts on specific items.
Seven years ago, the Pet Pageant was started by Lesley Bowers, owner of P.U.P.S., which is a pet friendly Pawsitively Unique Pet Shop, located on 117 Second Street. Tel. 302-645-9010. Website? http://www.pupsoflewes.com Leslie is also responsible for the Yappy Hour component of this year’s Winter Fest Barkfest.
The Yappy Hour will be hosted by Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant on the canal in Lewes at 213 Anglers Rd. Website? http://www.irisheyespub.com/lewes.html Pets, their owners, and people who like to “yap” on should be there on Friday, February 8th from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on their heated, enclosed porch.
The Georgetown SPCA, http://www.delspca.org, will host a “Fill the Van” during both events at which time they are soliciting donations of blankets, sheets, pet food, kitty litter, toys, dog bones and bleach for cleaning their kennels.
You can attend the Yappy Hour with or without pets. Dogs should be on a leash with one dog and one handler.
Irish Eyes will feature specialty beverages like the Bark-tini, Cat-atonic, and Mutt-ini. There will also be 50/50 raffle benefiting the Georgetown SPCA. In addition, Irish Eyes is donating 10% of their total food sales for the entire day to the SPCA.
On Saturday, 2/9 at 2 p.m. the much awaited and super popular Pet Pageant returns to BARK Street (Bank Street, temporarily renamed for the event). Pets of all sizes and shapes, ages and genders strut their stuff in front of the judges and the crowds.
The 4 categories of competition are: Formal Wear, Leisure Wear, Companion Look Alike and Kids Freestyle (open only to children).
Registration takes place at P.U.P.S. on 117 Second Street. You can also register the day of the event in front of Citizens Bank from Noon until 1:30 p.m. The registration donation is $5 and benefits the Georgetown SPCA.
Note: All contestants must be on-site no later than 1:30 p.m. to receive their entry numbers. Contestants will line up with their owners at 1:45 p.m. behind Citizens Bank.
The judges will award 3 prizes in each of 4 categories. This year, very special shelter dogs will be at the event to show their unconditional love and to look for their forever homes.
This year’s judges are Kathy Davison of Comcast Spotlight, Teresa Ford, owner of Kids’ Ketch, and Ashley King, owner of Piccolino.
More info? Please contact the Lewes Chamber of Commerce at 302-645-8073.
Please make sure to stop by P.U.P.S. The store is a popular place for humans and their best friend. It is not only for dogs. Cats are not forgotten; they are best friends of many.
They day I stopped by I finally got to meet Leslie. It was great to see her interaction with her customers that seemed to know the store so well.
The customers came with their dogs and they were so funny. This puppy was just adorable. I think his name was Kalo.
These other ones were getting to know each other.
The store has leashes, treats, bath essentials….and something for the human in the pet’s life.
   
 
Have a good one and bundle up!!
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