That small open air bar has 4 seats. We were lucky to be able to grab 2 seats. It is nice this time of the year to enjoy the bars and restaurants that have outdoor seating.
I decided for a cocktail called the Ruby Soho. Trying something new for a change. And, a Grapefruit Crush.
The Ruby Soho had Tito’s, Lillet Rose, Giffard Pamplemousse Liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. Lillet Rose is an aperitif that exudes a sweet and floral aroma. Giffard Pamplemousse Liqueur is a passion fruit aperitif. French by the Giffard brand. So you know ?
A little something to accompany my beautiful cocktail was the New Bedford Scallop Crudo. Crudo means raw. It had Fifer Orchard (local farm) strawberry and hibiscus aguachile. You probably saying what the heck is that? Aguachile means chile water. It dates back to the Sinaloa mountains. It is a sauce with peppers and a base for spicy ceviche. This dish was medium spicy.
An order of delicious Delaware oysters. If you have not tried please do so. They have become very popular. The hot sauce is made in house.
Our Crawling continued towards what I call the Boardwalk Grub. Favorites at the beach.
First stop at Thrasher’s; salt and vinegar a must. The fries were crispy which was great.
A craving for pizza and Louies was about to close. I have not had one in some time. We have very good pizza at the beach.
Walking Downtown Rehoboth with Thrasher’s on on hand and pizza on the other and listening to music at the Bandstand. Summer?
Summer 2023 is here??
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Life’s a beach and playing in the sand is just part of it. Saturday, August 1st the 37th Annual Sandcastle and Sculpture Contest will take place in the north end of the Rehoboth Beach Award-Winning Boardwalk. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. Judging begins at 3:00 p.m.
There will be prizes and trophies so take your time and be precise.
You can vote for your favorite sandcastle!!
And, you can also help build a community sand sculpture.
The weather looks like it’s going to be gorgeous, so get out there because it really is going to be a lot of fun.
Fundland is located on the south side of the Boardwalk. It is a must stop when visiting The Nation’s Summer Capital. Tons of games and rides and the beautiful Carousel.
The Bumper Cars are for the whole family.
The Rehoboth Beach Bandstand offers free concerts and on Saturday, August 1st from 8 p.m. until 9:15 p.m. The Jackie Browne Jazz Nonet will be the evening’s entertainment. It is a 9 piece ensemble formed by drummer Jackie Browne and tenor saxophonist, Bobby Bosick. The Band is based out of Wilmington, DE. It features some of the finest musicians in the tri-state area. More info? Please visit http://www.rehobothbandstand.com.
Rehoboth Beach is a summer destination. So many memories are made in this town every year. Fans of Rehoboth Beach come year-round, not just in the summer. The town keeps its residents and visitors very busy with plenty for everyone. So, how about it? Come on to the beach and stay awhile!!
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Now that you have resigned yourselves that the week-end is going to be cloudy and rainy….what are you planning to do with the kids? It would be so easy if you were by yourselves; shopping, eating, drinking. Someday, right?
Downtown Rehoboth Beach is such a walkable town that, at least, you will not have to get back in the car and follow the masses to the outlets.
An easy one to entertain those young ones is that if it is just cloudy, let them run around on our award winning boardwalk and the beach!! That’s an easy one. If it’s raining, then, check the following activities. They might help.
Sunday, August 26th – Browseabout Books, located at 133 Rehoboth Ave. At 9 a.m. is an hour of activities, stories and crafts. Llama Llama will be there to pose for photos. Make sure you arrive by 9 a.m. to enjoy the whole hour. The meters do not go into effect until 10 a.m. so you will be fine.
Then, if you are here during the week, you can also go to Browseabout Books Monday through Thursday until August 30th for A time for Storytime.
8:30 a.m. until 9:10 the age group is 5 through 8 years of age.
9:15 a.m. until 9:45 the age group is 2 to 4 years of age.
They also have coffee and pastries and places to sit, catch your breath and check out the books.
Cake Break is a gourmet cupcake company located at 7 South First Street in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. It is a nut free facility with vegan and gluten free cupcakes. You can bring your young ones to decorate cupcakes. It is fun!! I have seen the kids there having a great time. You can have some coffee and enjoy some of the following:
The Blueberry muffins have been a hit. They are gluten free, vegan, and nut free. I have tried them myself.
I have also had the pleasure of trying Miss Piggy. This cupcake is the one with the bacon on top. It is a struessel cupcake with maple bacon icing and bacon on top. The other one on the tray is the Salty Dawg which has salted caramel.
The Cookie Monster is chocolate chip cookies, baked on chocolate ship cupcakes with or without mocha icing.
Cake Break opens at 6:30 a.m. daily. Carries pastries, NY Bagels, Homemade breads, cinnamon rolls, sticky buns, coffee, espresso and smoothies. http://www.cakebreakrehoboth.com
Crafts – Creatable Crafts is located at 146 Rehoboth Ave. Paint your own pottery, beading, glass fusing, mosaics, paint me t-shirts. Drop in basis. Paint today, pick up tomorrow. Tel. 302-227-1020. Website? http://www.creatablecrafts.com
Arcades:
Coastal towns have many arcades available for the young and the matured crowd. Rehoboth Beach has a 1 mile award-winning Boardwalk. Of course, we have arcades!!
The Beach Arcade is next to Dolle’s at 5 North Boardwalk. Tel. 302-227-1040.
Playland Arcade is on the South side of the Boardwalk.
Surfside Arcade is on the South side of the Boardwalk, as well.
Funland is located on the South side of the Boardwalk and it is a whole amusement and arcade complex. You will find rides and arcades for the whole family. Website? http://www.funlandrehoboth.com
If you are by yourselves, then, check the following:
The Rehoboth Art League is located at 12 Dodds Lane. Tel. 302-227-8408., Website? http://www.rehobothartleague.org. Until Sunday, August 26th the 74th Members Fine Art Exhibit is on display at the Corkran and Tubbs Galleries. The Members Showcase: Print Makers is at the Homestead Gallery.
From August 31st until September 30th is the 4th Regional Juried Show at the Corkran and Tubbs Galleries. Delaware and New Mexico Paintings-Color and Form: New work by Ray Petersen, Venture Gallery. By The Sea: New Works by Denise Dumont at the Homestead Gallery.
Opening Reception is on August 31st from 5 to 7 p.m.
Please keep your eyes open for Cinema & Art coming later on in October. Mark your calendars for the November 3rd Holiday Fair and later on in December, on the 8th is the Art League Holiday Open House.
The Rehoboth Beach Museum is the perfect place to get to know Rehoboth Beach better. If you have been coming to the beach for years, this museum will show you how far this coastal town has come. It is located at 511 Rehoboth Avenue near the traffic circle. The Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center is in the same complex. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors, college students, and military. $2 for children 13 to 17 and the rest are free.
This museum used to be the town’s ice house and it is currently hosting two exhibits. “Rehoboth Speaks: The Story Nation’s Summer Capital” tells the story of the founding and growth of Rehoboth Beach. And, “World War II: Rehoboth Beach” tells the story of our beach town during the war. Visitors will learn how local citizens helped with Civil Defense and of the local boys who were sent overseas. Website? http://www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org.
Saturday – 8/25 – At the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand, at 8 p.m. is Sounds of Society, a Tribute to Chicago
Sunday – 8/26 – At the Bandstand is She Said Sunday, Cover Band, at 8 p.m.
Have fun…relax!! You are at the beach!!
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“The name “Rehoboth Beach” was chosen for the Camp Meeting Grounds. The source for the name is the Bible (Gen. 26:22): In early Hebrew, Rehoboth meant “broad places”. English explorers had given this name to nearby Rehoboth Bay in the 17th Century.” history of Rehoboth beach…downtownrehboth.com
From the Rehoboth Museum
Summer is really going at a fast pace. The Delaware Beaches are at the height of the season. These next 3 weeks are the busiest ones. So, if you are coming to our beaches, kick back and relax; that’s why you are here, right?
Lots of happenings in Rehoboth Beach. Cameras will be around the Boardwalk, and Bandstand….please have your smiles ready!!
Friday Tours by the Rehoboth Beach Museum – The Rehoboth Beach Museum will provide guided tours of the museum and the Anna Hazzard Tent House beginning on Friday August 3rd. and through September 28th. All tours start at Anna Hazzard Tent House located at 17 Christian St. at 9:00 a.m. The tours are included with the cost of admission to the museum, which is paid when the tour arrives at the museum. Reservations are strongly suggested. Please call 302-227-7310 to reserve a space. The Anna Hazzard Tent House was built in 1895 for use as housing during religious camp meetings. After that tour, you will drive to the Rehoboth Beach Museum located at 511 Rehoboth Ave. The Museum which was formerly the town’s ice house is currently hosting 2 exhibits. “Rehoboth Speaks: The Story Nation’s Summer Capital” and “World War II: Rehoboth Beach”. Admission to the Museum is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors, college students, and military, $2 for children ages 13 to 17. Children 12 and under are free. More info? Please visit http://www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org
The Bandstand in Rehoboth Beach brings Summer Concerts for all audiences….other venues holding live entertainment and music in general can be found, with links on this website. The post was dated 7/23/12 with a heading of Links to Venues at the Delaware Beaches. Just click on the month of July, 2012 and scroll down to the 23rd. Or, put the heading on the search. You will also find information for the rest of the Delaware Beaches.
From the Rehoboth Museum
Friday, 8/3 – Book Signing at Kevin Fleming Gallery located at 239 Rehoboth Avenue. from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Landmarks and Legacies is a colorful narrative written by Pam George, and includes stunning photographs by Kevin Fleming that highlight 50 of Delaware’s prominent historic places. For more info., please call 302-672-6842.
Friday, 8/3 – At the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand the performance is at 8 p.m. The Real Geniuses, 80’s rock. http://www.therealgeniuses.com.
Saturday, 8/4 – It is the 34th Annual Sandcastle Contest in Downtown Rehoboth Beach at Fisherman’s Beach at the north end of the Rehoboth Boardwalk. Free of Charge. Over 100 teams and over 800 contestants. In the past some of the amazing creations have been, swamp animals, mermaids, pyramids, crabs, dolphins, and sharks among others. It is open to adults and children. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Start sculpting after that. Sculptures must be completed by 3 p.m. for judging. Winners will be announced at 5 p.m. Visit the Chamber’s website at http://www.beach-fun.com.
Saturday, 8/4 – News from Doggies at the Beach…the premier dog day care and dog boarding facility in Rehoboth Beach. I can fully recommend it. I use it and I feel totally at ease when I leave Addy there. They are expanding!! In honor of their expansion for the month of August and only on Mondays and Tuesdays only…buy one day care and receive the second one free. Discount vaccination Day is Saturday, 8/4 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Master Groomers are needed due to the expansion. They want to be able to groom 7 days a week, during the day and evenings. Doggies at the Beach is offering a finder’s fee and the new Master Groomer(s) a sign on bonus. More info? Please call Jim at 302-644-8200. Please visit http://www.doggiesatthebeach.com.
Saturday, 8/4 – The last performance of Outdoor Summer Theater at the Rehoboth Art League. Shakespeare in the Garden. A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Time: 4 to 6 p.m. Minimum of a $10 donation per person. You can either purchase in advance by visiting http://www.rehobothartleague.org, or at the door. It will be at the Homestead Gardens. This show is being produced by The New Face of Shakespeare, an affiliate of Possum Point Players, Georgetown, Delaware. The production is directed by Beverly Smith. Bring a blanket, bring a chair. If it should rain, or extreme heat, the performance will be held indoors.
Saturday, 8/4 – 7th Annual Rehoboth Museum Beach Ball – Sun, Sand and Shades from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at Kings Creek Golf & Country Club. Cocktails, Buffet, Silent Auction, Live Auction, Music by Sol Knopf. Dressy Casual Attire. Tel. 302-227-7310. More info? Please visit http://www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org.
Saturday, 8/4 – At the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand – 8 p.m. – Oh Boy, A Buddy Holly Tribute. http://ohboybuddytribute.com.
Sunday, 8./5 – At the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand – 8 p.m. – U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadores – Military – Jazz/Big Band.
Through September 2nd – From Clear Space Theatre Company – 3 Great Shows, 6 Nights a week. Tuesday through Sunday at 7:30 p.m. This is the Second Annual Summer Repertory Season. Annie, Broadway at The Beach, and Cabaret. They continue to play in rotation in the heart of the summer season in beautiful Downtown Rehoboth Beach. From Family Friendly to Rock & Roll to an adult night out. Check the itinerary. For more info., please call 302-227-2270 or visit http://www.clearspacetheatre.org.
Tuesday, 8/7 – From the Rehoboth Beach Film Society – Festival Film Reviews. This is the opportunity for would-be film critics to be a part of the film selection process for the Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival. If you would like, please come to the Movies at Midway, located on Rt. 1 (Coastal Highway) in Rehoboth Beach, Upstairs. All screenings start at 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.. Admission is $2.00. Please understand that film titles and descriptions will not e provided in advance as they would like everyone to arrive with an open mind for a new experience. These are for mature audience only. On Tuesday, August 14th there will be another opportunity to screen films. More info? Please visit http://www.rehobothfilm.com.
And, if by any chance you do not feel like doing any of this, then…..do what I love best…the pictures tell it all.
Blue crabs!!
Have a good one!!
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82 Degrees, Low Humidity and not a cloud in the sky = Rehoboth Beach, Delaware!!
The weather has been so gorgeous that I have not had any trouble getting around town and up and down the Beaches. Everyone is at the beach. Rehoboth has a full schedule. The town can handle it especially since on July 4th about 80,000 people will gather on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk and along the beach for the celebration of our Independence!! Fireworks!!
Please watch the weather because the rain date is Tuesday, 7/5.
Rehoboth Beach is a fun town with unobstructed wide beaches, the boardwalk, the fries, the popcorn, ice cream, pizza and the trendy restaurants, shops, the arts and entertainment that fill the Nation’s Summer Capital.
So, if you are here this week-end this is what you are in for:
Until Labor Day – A Summer of Singing, Dancing and All that Jazz at Clear Space Theatre Company located at 20 Rehoboth Ave. Live theatre 6 nights per week; Chicago, 100 Years of Broadway and Words and Music by Gershwin. Something for everyone. Stroll the Boardwalk, have a meal and then see a show. 10% off on Sunday performances. Shows start at 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. Please stop by the box office which opens Tuesdays – Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. and on Sundays from 12 until 7 p.m. You can call 302-227-2270 or visit their website www.clearspacetheatre.org.
Entertainment at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand this week-end: Shows at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, 7/2 – Jesse Garron. It is an Elvis Tribute. Jesse portrays Elvis from his early start to the Vegas years. Tribute to Elvis has opened for Bill Haley’s Comets and shared the bill with Lonestar, Travis Tritt and The Temptations. His website? www.jessegarron.com.
Sunday, 7/3 – Air National Guard Band of the Mid-Atantic. They are new this year at the Bandstand. The band got Federal recognition in 1949. It is based at Fort Indiantown Gap and has been attached to the 193rd Special Operations Wing stationed in Middletown, PA. Enjoy an evening of patriotic music, classical, swing favorites, show tunes and others. And….don’t forget, a toe tapping march or two. Their website is www.bandofthemidatlantic.ang.af.mil.
Monday, 7/4 – Happy Fourth!! – A performance by U.S. Navy Country Current starting at 8 p.m. until 9 p.m. This is the premier country/bluegrass ensemble of America’s Navy. Bluegrass and country music with a diverse mix of both. It is the first military band to perform at the highly acclaimed SXSW (South by Southwest) Music Festival in Austin, Texas.
Post Fireworks, at around 9:30 p.m. – The Funsters will start playing at the Bandstand. This is a very popular band at the Delaware Beaches. They are all friends; the band is still the same as when they started 12 years ago. The entertainment will last until 11 p.m. and you might as well enjoy them because, in reality, it will be some time before you can get out of town. That crowded!!
Monday, 7/4 – Happy Fourth of July!!! This is what’s going on.
Rehoboth Art League will have a Craft Exhibit at the Cockran and Tubbs Gallery from 5 – 7 p.m. It is free and it features the 38th Annual Members Fine Art Craft Exhibition, which is currently on view through July 17th. I have seen it; worth going. You can call for more info 302-227-8408. You can also visit their website, www.rehobothartleague.org.
Rehoboth Summer Children’s Theatre performs “The Fabulous Franklin” at 5 p.m. at Clear Space Theatre Company located on 20 Baltimore Ave. Tickets are $9. For info., call 302-227-6766 or visit www.clearspacetheatre.org.
To enjoy the Fireworks, the ideal would be that you have a hotel room on the Boardwalk. Since a lot of us don’t, then the next best bet will be to take the Shuttle Service from Route 1 at the field between County Bank and Jungle Jims. The Shuttle will bring you into downtown Rehoboth by 8:45 p.m. then back after the Fireworks, until past 11 p.m. Parking on that field in $10.
Follow the signs!!
The Shuttle that operates every day is located at Shuttle Rd. Shuttle Rd. is by County Bank and Exxon Gas Station. Crazy way of giving directions!!
The best thing is go with the flow and observe proper Firework Etiquette: Be polite and have patience. Good Luck!!
The Jolly Trolley Shuttle will operate 8 a.m. until 2 a.m. The regular route will be altered for that evening, while Rehoboth Avenue is closed. It will have a stop on Christian St., uptown, behind Jack Lingo Realtor.
9:15-ish – Finally, the Fireworks!!!!!! Visible from the Boardwalk and Beach.
After the Fireworks, don’t leave town yet!! You probably won’t, anyway, so remember the Funsters will be playing at the Bandstand. Take a bench and enjoy the show.
Thursday, 7/7 – It should be a little quieter. Catch a movie under the stars. Cinema by the Surf will present Nanny McPhee Returns. It will be at the Rehoboth Bandstand at dusk. Bring the whole family and friends. Benches are available, but you can also bring our own chair. Free!!
If you feel overwhelmed by all this commotion, then sit back, relax and have something to quench that thirst.
Hey, wait don’t go. Remember how I am always raving about Freeman’s corn, well this morning, there was a huge line. They had not even put up their tent and oriental rug. My choice today was the mixed corn; white and yellow. It is total sweetness; called a “bi”.
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