October 24th, 2014
Where is my shoe….the Sea Witch asked? Does it fit? If it does, wear it in Rehoboth Beach as a celebration of the 25th Sea Witch Festival gets underway.
One of my local friends said to me ” Is it Sea Witch this week-end?” I replied “Do you live here?” He said “I can’t keep up with the festivals!” Ha ha…..the locals can’t keep up, but in reality they love all the excitement the Second Season brings to Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. The visitors say “Keep them coming”. “We love coming to the beach”.
So here I was early in the morning on Friday trying to capture the essence of the beach. We are really spoiled….have you heard the news? Nothing good, I assure you. The Delaware Coastal towns give the residents and visitors a sense of peace. Love it and don’t take it for granted. The Boardwalk was quiet and after the rain event on Thursday, the day was turning out to be beautiful
They were getting ready to film on the Boardwalk. DelmarvaLife was broadcasting….and Norman, the scooter riding dog was patiently waiting his turn.
Finally, it was time for Norman to shine, and as he rode the scooter and people clapped, and for the most part he made our day!! He will be around throughout the week-end.
Story time at Browseabout Books on Rehoboth Avenue will be on Saturday and Sunday at 9 a.m. Your little young ones getting up early might like this activity.
Out and About in Downtown Rehoboth Beach, the stores are into the spirit of the festivities. Lots of merchandise, plenty of it on sale. Tax free shopping in Delaware!!
If you are vacationing with your pooch, Rehoboth Beach loves dogs….restaurants with outdoor seating like Grotto Pizza on the Avenue….welcomes your best friend.
This week-end is going to be wicked and wonderful….Costume Parade, Dog Parade, Trick or Treating, Fun and Silly Games and Activities for the whole family!! Don’t miss entertainment at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand, Lantern Tours, 5K Race and more.
For a list of everything that is going on, please visit http://www.beach-fun.com/sea-witch-halloween-fiddlers-festival.html. Tel. 302-227-6446. The Dog Parade on Sunday….a Must!!
October 7th, 2014
I believe the photo is circa 1906 on Rehoboth Beach, Delaware….an award winning Boardwalk. Since those times it has been the life of the town, strolling the boards with the Atlantic Ocean as the view!!
We have come a long way, but still the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk offers its visitors and residents a relaxing gathering place. Some walk it, jog it, or even bring their dogs to it.
In the evenings, summer visitors gather at the Boardwalk for rides, games, and favorite Boardwalk Grub!!
WALKING TOUR; A GENTLE STROLL
Thursday, October 9th – Last walking tour…A 45 minute gentle stroll around Downtown Rehoboth Beach. It starts at 9 a.m. at the Bandstand. The cost? Only $10. Reservations are required and you may do so by calling the Rehoboth Beach Museum at 302-227-7310. The tour provides general information about the history of Rehoboth Beach, while touching on several of the storms that have shaped the coastline and this beachfront town. Walkers will be led from the Bandstand along Rehoboth Avenue, pointing out landmarks and providing photos of historical sites and events.
So, look for the lady with the PINK Parasol at the Bandstand. You can bring your own too, if you have one to show it off!! They think they have to most awesome one…..they are just sayin’.
JOLLY TROLLEY HISTORY TOURS
Just like they have been doing for the past few years, The Jolly Trolley joined forces this summer and fall with the Rehoboth Beach Museum to offer special tours of the Downtown area. From the comfort of the inside of The Jolly Trolley you explore the town. The cost is $10, cash only, please.
Two tours will be taking place on Friday, October 24th, which is the beginning of the Sea Witch Festival. One tour will start at 9 a.m. and another will start at 10 a.m. Reservations are required. Please do so by calling 302-227-7310.
NOTE: The Rehoboth Beach Museum is located at 511 Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach, by the roundabout. Tel. 302-227-7310. Website? http://www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org. The Rehoboth Beach Historical Society makes its home inside the Rehoboth Beach Museum.
Currently the exhibit called Cruisin’ is on display and celebrates the history of self-propelled vehicles and toys in motion.
Saturday, October 25th – “Love, Honor or Murder, presented by the Ad Hoc Radio Mystery Company….at 7 p.m. at the Museum on 511 Rehoboth Avenue. Players will take the audience back to a time when people gathered around the radio and listened to mysteries and other programs loved by many. The cost is $10 for everyone and reservations are required. Please call 302-227-7310.
Have a great day!!
January 29th, 2014
A time capsule in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware? In 1991, Rehoboth Beach celebrated its Charter Centennial. A 6 foot by 6 foot time capsule was buried on the corner where the Chamber of Commerce is located, across from the Lighthouse traffic circle. The plaque on the above photo identifies its location. The capsule contains records from 1991, magazines, telephone books, and museum history records. It also has original photos, artifacts, postcards and souveniers from 1876 to 1891, plus the original die casts for the centennial coin. At the time, the youngest attendee was Tricia Conlon who was then 2 months old. Her photo and family history were included as she could possibly be alive at age 99 when the capsule is opened on March 19, 2090, one year before the bicentennial celebration in 2091.
Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is also knows as The Nation’s Summer Capital. In just a few months the Delaware Beaches will start waking up after a hard winter. Our winters our usually mild and balmy….we will see what that Groundhog will hae to say on Sunday.
It was quiet in town. Love Rehoboth Beach this time of the year!!
 On trendy Baltimore Avenue. Rehoboth Avenue is Main street in Rehoboth Beach. At the end of the avenue, the Bandstand, the Boardwalk, and the Atlantic Ocean.
An award-winning Boardwalk….it is the life of the town in the summer.
In the summer we play in the sand….in the winter, and after the storm, snow!! The best of both worlds.
On the north side of the Boardwalk….I love this view.
One of my favorite places in Rehoboth Beach is Silver Lake. This is a freshwater lake. It is closer to an ocean than any other freshwater lake in the U.S. It was once called Newbold’s Freshwater Lake. It is a waterfowl preserve and migrating birds like geese and ducks stop to recharge on their north-south flyway. The gazebos lining the lake have become symbolic welcomming signs to visitors of Rehoboth Beach.
Stay warm…..spring is coming!!
November 12th, 2013
The Village Improvement Association in Rehoboth Beach is best known as the VIA. I was telling Carolyn Billingsley, the current President of the VIA, who is also my neighbor, how I had taken a fun history tour of Rehoboth Beach through the Rehoboth Beach Museum and our guide was telling the visitors that you do not get to do anything in Rehoboth Beach unless the VIA approves it. She laughed and said “I would not put it that way.” Haha, I did laugh because this association of only women has done for Rehoboth so much since 1909 when it was first organized and continues to remain dedicated to their mission of supporting the needs of the local community. It is a 501(c)3 non profit organization, and a member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs.
 
In the past 100 years of service to the Rehoboth Beach community, some of the many VIA’s accomplishments are: The establishment of the Rehoboth Beach Library, provided parks with shrubbery, flowers, trees, provided Boardwalk with lights, benches, water fountain, original bandstand, and refuse cans, began a successful mosquito campaign, restored Cape Henlopen Lighthouse replica, helped with the formation of the Rehoboth Art League and Sussex Gardeners Club, spearheaded war bond drive to buy a bomber for the Air Force, established nursing scholarships, purchased beach wheels to provide beach access to the disabled. The VIA also contributes to many charities in our coastal communities. For more information, please visit http://www.rehobothbeachvia.org/accomplishments.
The VIA is located at Boardwalk & Grenoble Street, north of the Boardwalk. Tel. 302-227-1631. Website? http://www.rehobothbeachvia.org. On Facebook and Twitter, as well. On Friday, 11/8 and Saturday, 11/9, the VIA was celebrating the holidays with their 8th Annual St. Nicholas Tea & Sleigh Boutique. It was the perfect opportunity to get into the Holiday Spirit, shop a little and eat a lot. On both days, the VIA, with the cooperation of so many of its volunteers, became the perfect hostess as it offered twice each day, the St Nicholas Tea and Sleigh Boutique. A lot of work comes into preparing this grand fundraising event. Looking effortless, to say the least….it was my first time, and a beautiful day in Rehoboth Beach.
 
Arriving at the VIA with Carolyn, we were directed to our table. It was a sold out event and the tables were assigned and beautifully decorated by members who displayed their own personal china and touch to make the tables festive and ready for tea.
The holidays are around the corner and the Sleigh Boutique offered something for everyone with many of Rehoboth Beach local artists making a presence at the St. Nicholas Tea. Baskets, jewelry, handmade note cards, home accessories were there for easy shopping.
It was time to sit down, relax and enjoy tea. The shopping would continue later on.
The servers were being instructed. There are about 220 members and these servers were all VIA members, as well.
The guests started with a choice of tea, cider or water and Blueberry Scones with Lemond Curd. Please remember that all the food was prepared by the VIA members.
Savories like the classic Cucumber Sandwich, the Chicken Salad on mini croissant, Ham and Swiss Palmiers, Canberry Feta Pinwheels, and Mushroom Tarts were just delicious.
While continuing the tea and friendly chat….Santa came in…we were all behaving.
Sweet Endings with “Melt in Mouth” Cookies, Three Chocolate Cake, Apricot dipped in chocolate, and Decorated Pretzel Rods.
Please note that the recipes for the Chicken Salad, Melt in Mouth Cookies, and Three Chocolate Cake can be found in the V.I.A. Cookbook, which is now in its third printing and available, locally, at bookstores. You may also order the cookbook by visiting the VIA’s website above mentioned. Scroll down and click on the order form.
Some continued to shop, there was still plenty to see.
 
NOTE: Friday, November 22nd is the VIA Wine Tasting by Teller Wines, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Clubhouse on 415 N Boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach!! 6 Premium Wine Tastings with Food by Touch of Italy. $20.00…please RSVP to 302-227-1631…Door Prizes!
Then, it was time to go….the VIA was getting ready for another tea and shopping experience!! Have a good one!! And, many thanks to Carolyn for inviting me to such great event.
October 27th, 2013
The 24th Annual Sea Witch Halloween & Fiddlers’ Festival opens early with activities and events already going on. Check the schedule by visiting http://www.beach-fun.com. Click on Sea Witch Festival on the left side of the website.
Some of the events to look forward to are:
Stop by Cake Break, located at 7 S. First Street – They make the best cupcakes. They have gluten free baked goods and vegan cupcakes, as well. Guess the number of sprinkles in the jar. They are open right now and until late in the day. Also, stop by their vendor’s booth at the Bandstand from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and decorate your own Halloween cupcake.
Stop by Tomato Sunshine at 19791 Coastal Highway in Rehoboth Beach for some Pumpkin bowling and spider building from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Stop by the Bandstand in Downtown Rehoboth Beach…plenty of events there today, including at performance by Coastal Dance Academy at 10 a.m. Check Scales & Tails – Birds & Reptiles at the Bandstand, from 10 a.m. until Noon.
Pony Rides on the Beach at Wilmington Avenue from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. $5
Rock Climbing Wall at Grub Grocer Parking Lot at 305 Rehoboth Avenue, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. $6
Hayrides through the side streets of Downtown Rehoboth. Ticket sales are at the Visitors Center at Grove Park. Noon until 5 p.m.
Old Fashioned Beach Games begin at 1 p.m. on the Beach at Rehoboth Avenue.
Music & Entertainment with The Funsters at 1:15 p.m. until 2:45 p.m.
At 3 p.m. is the Best Costumed Dog Contest Parade – I still love the name Sea Witch Monsters. The costumes are so funny….our pets humor us…and the handlers are pretty funny, as well. The parade starts at the north end of the Boardwalk.
Have fun!! Perfect Fall weather at the Delaware Beaches!!
October 19th, 2013
Along with the heading….Seaside Charm, Lovely Beach Culture, Low Property Taxes, Tax Free Shopping, Mild Winters, and miles of beach…what’s not to like?
If you are visiting Rehoboth Beach this week-end, the sound of jazz will be at many of the restaurants. It is the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival. More info? Please visit http://www.rehobothjazz.com.
Saturday, 10/19 – A Documentary on Oysters at Dogfish Head in conjuction with the Rehoboth Beach Museum exhibit Beach Eats! At 6 p.m. at 320 Rehoboth Avenue. More info? Please call 302-227-7310.
Sunday, 10/20 – Jake’s Seafood and ocean 98.1 1st Annual Wing Contest starting at Noon until 2 p.m. at the Coastal Highway location. Call Dan Klemkoski at 302-644-7711 for more info.
Sunday, 10/20 – Wine Tasting at Bin 66 to benefit Cancer Support Community Delaware from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at 20729 Coastal Highway. Tastings and hors d’oeuvres prepared by some of the local restaurants. $25 at the door.
Sunday, 10/20 – White Gold, a documentary about Delaware’s oystering industry at 6 p.m. at Dogfish Head Brewery & Eats located at 320 Rehoboth Avenue. This documentary is presented to visitors and locals in conjunction with the Rehoboth Beach Historical Society. No charge for the screening. Order from the menu, which will include oyster appetizers. Reservations are required. Call 302-227-7310. Special guest and Filmmaker will be Michael Oats.
Rehoboth Beach is a great town to walk, jog and just sit on one of the many benches outlining the award-winning Boardwalk. During the summer months this Boardwalk is packed, but on The Second Season, it is a great place to relax and take in that salty ocean air.
Funland is close for the season, but Playland is open!!
Part of the fun whille on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is the “boardwalk grub”. Those foods that scream “ice cream”. These ladies were having so much fun and happy to pose, as welll.
At the water’s edge the fun continued.
And on the beach, some were walking their dogs (you can do that now) or beachcombing.
From the north side of the Boardwalk the WWII Towers were clearly seen.
Plenty of weddings take place on the beach….and yesterday, as the day started to wind down….the guests were patiently waiting.
I had to get back to my car….have a good one!!
October 17th, 2013
A passion for jazz? Many of us do love this genre of muic that draws from life experiences and human emotion….The Jazz Festival is here in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware from Thursday, 10/17 until Sunday, 10/20. Best information can be obtained by visiting http://www.rehobothjazz.com.
Plenty of the local restaurants will be offering entertainment….so keep that in mind as you visit Rehoboth Beach on this musical week-end. Please visit the website above mentioned and click on Around Town.
Stages for you to choose from:
The Performing Arts Theater at Cape Henlopen High School – 1250 Kings Highway in Lewes.
Delaware Distilling Co. – 18693 on Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach.
Epworth United Methodist Church – 19285 Holland Glade Rd. in Rehoboth.
Rehoboth Beach Convention Center – 229 Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.
Have a good one!!
September 29th, 2013
I can see why there is so much traffic when the height of the season is long gone!! The Second Season at the Delaware Beaches brings gorgeous weather, restaurant specials, events, and no parking meters!!
Today is another one of those days, just like yesterday when I took off for the north side of the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. It was about 8:30 a.m. and I was meeting Alice. A few were already getting ready for a relaxing morning of fishing; others were walking the Boardwalk. The Boardwalk is one mile long each way. This is an award winning Boardwalk, originally built in 1873!! It is the perfect place to renew in the a.m…..the salt air, the ocean breezes, and good company. Locals touch each end of the Boardwalk to make sure they have accomplished their walk.
A weekly stop at Tomato Sunshine is a favorite, as well. At this time of the year,…”produce great pumpkins, the pies will follow later.” The seasons bring so many colorful changes to Tomato Sunshine. It is located at 19791 Coastal Highway. If you are leaving Rehoboth Beach, you will see it on your right. If you are coming into Rehoboth, it will be on your left. They are open, at this time of the year, Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tel. 302-226-2533. Website? http://www.tomatosunshine.com.
They have jams, fruit, vegetables, and fresh bread, besides all the pumpkins, as well.
 
Tomato Sunshine is ready for Fall. Check out what they have, don’t miss it. It is a happy place!! So, if you are looking for a specific type of pumpkin…go no further. Ernie might even tell you how to cook some of them.
Have a Good One!!
 
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