July 6th, 2012
Destination? Downtown Rehoboth Beach. How has everyone being doing on such a hot day? They mentioned the heat wave so much on the news, that I actually did not feel it was that bad.
If you are coming to Rehoboth Beach this week-end…my tour begins right at the end of Rehoboth Avenue, the Bandstand and the Beach. If you are traveling by local bus, that’s where you will be dropped off.
If you are traveling by car, parking can be a test of your patience. If you need change for quarters, there are Change Stations all through Rehoboth Avenue.
It was a gorgeous day; just what you would expect summer to be. The beaches were crowded. Those colorful umbrellas up and down the beaches today.
Once you have parked in Rehoboth just take off walking. It is an easy town for walking. Everything is very accessible. The places I will be mentioning here are all centered around the Bandstand and the Boardwalk.
Dolles has been an institution at the Delaware Beaches…this is a very recognizable sign. Known for their fudge and salt water taffy.
If you do get tired, there are plenty of white wooden benches. You can adjust the backs to either look at the beach or towards town.
When you think of coming to the Delaware Beaches, Rehoboth Beach is on top of the list. This coastal town has everything to offer. Fantastic restaurants. The chefs are outdoing themselves. We, the ones that like to eat, love it year round.
So many shops for everyone’s taste and budget. Tax free shopping is the icing on the cake.
The beaches bring you to Rehoboth Beach; the Boardwalk grub is what you will always remember.
Today, people mentioned that they have been coming to Rehoboth Beach since they were little….one of the first stops, Grotto Pizza.
Grotto has been in the community for many years. Again, there are other pizza places in town. Everyone has a favorite. Perhaps is the way they place the cheeses, sauce, etc. etc. Hey guess what? Grotto has gluten free pizza.
Then, others might like Nicola Pizza. Another favorite. I love their crust.
Fisher’s Popcorn. Caramel my favorite. Hot off the press!! The best and very addictive. Watch out, you will be mailing it all over the country and beyond like I have done.
On a hot day, freshly squeeze orange juice and lemonade…fantastic!!
 At the entrance of Penny Lane Mall Candy Kitchen in every corner…so don’t despair. Plenty of candy, chocolate, toys, and kids love it!!
Thrasher’s French Fries….have you ever had them? Just fried, salt and vinegar. People line up and forget about dieting for a moment. Just enjoy it!! And, don’t just have one. Several locations around Rehoboth Beach.
Today I was not buying any fries so I asked people if I could take the picture of their fries. They did not hesitate.
First the girls were sharing a small one.
Then the couple had a larger one.
But, when I saw the big bucket, I knew that was the picture!! Huge and with vinegar on the side.
You know what? The t-shirt shops and all that beach stuff did not bother me today. It’s part of the Boardwalk. That’s they way it is. It would not be the same without them.
Custard. I love it too. Best is Kohr Bros. The orange and vanilla sounded like a good idea. Again, they let me take the picture.
 
Funland is Rehoboth Beach. It is great for kids and adults too.
My favorite game? Whac-A-Mole
Today, the horse races were crowded.
So, I decided to walk back to my car….Wow, it got so crowded on the Boardwalk all of a sudden.
I had two stops left…..Annie Banannies and Cake Break…I’ll tell you all about them tomorrow.
Have Fun!!
June 29th, 2012
“Don’t grow up too quickly, lest you forget how much you love the beach.” michelle h
Even the ocean is warmer than usual. Up and down Coastal Highway cars were trying to make it to the beach. Oh, well it is that time of the year and the Delaware Beaches are ready for all our visitors. Everything looks in top shape.
So, if you are in town check what’s going on at the Nation’s Summer Capital.
Until July 17th – the 39th Annual Members Craft Exhibition at the Rehoboth Art League located at 12 Dodds Lane in Henlopen Acres. Numerous artists are exibiting their work, for sale, as well, in the Corkran and Tubbs Galleries. More info? Please call 302-227-8408.
The Rehoboth Art League has many events during the summer season, including the 63rd Annual Cottage Tour. For information, please visit http://www.rehobothartleague.org and click, events.
Until August 21st. Every Tuesday, Heidi Lowe Gallery will offer classes for people of all ages and abilities. 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. The Gallery is located at 328 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-227-9203. Website? www.heidilowejewelry.com.
Until September 2nd – Clear Space Summer Repertory Season is underway. Love the theatre? The 2012 Season brings Annie, Broadway at the Beach, and Cabaret. It is Live Theatre 6 nights per week, from 7:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.
Clear Space Theatre is located at 20 Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Tel. 302-227-2270. Website? www.clearspacetheatre.org. You can purchase tickets online or stop by the Theatre.
Cabaret just opened on 6/28. Annie opens on 6/30. Broadway at the Beach opens on July 5th.
Rehoboth Beach Bandstand – Summer Concert Series 2012 – Entertainment Saturday, 6/30 and Sunday, 7/1. Performances start at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, 6/30 – Separate Ways The Band. www.separatewaystheband.com. It is the Ultimate Journey Tribute Show on the east coast. The closest you’ll get to see the early – mid 80’s line-up of Journey live ever. 5 amazing musicians recreating the music.
Sunday, 7/1 – U.S. Army Downrange – Please visit www.usarmyband.com to read more about this military band and their mission statement.
A light summer meal is what we all need on hot summer days. Dogfish Head, located at 320 Rehoboth Ave. has a great Cobb Salad with a basil vinaigrette dressing. Have it plain or top it with fish or with a crab cake, like I did. Thought I would pass that tip on to you.
Have a great week-end!!
Keep cool. But, if things get to warm wherever you are, then head out to Epworth United Methodist Church. It is an Emergency Cooling Center. It is open from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. during Heat Advisories and Excessive Heat Waves. Please call 302-227-7743, ext. 105 to confirm that they will be opening. To get to the Church, turn right after Tomato Sunshine on Coastal Highway (Rt. 1).
June 15th, 2012
It is looking like a great week-end in Rehoboth Beach. Still not at the height of the season, June is a quieter month at the Delaware Beaches. Schools are still in session, but not for long.
A few things to remember while in Downtown Rehoboth Beach is that you can now pay for parking by phone. You need to register at www.parkmobile.com Then, to pay for the parking, use their mobile app, QR Code or call 1-877-727-5758.
Once you have found a parking space, launch their free mobile app or call the above number. Enter the parking zone number located on the meter. It’s that easy!! You can still pay with quarters and change is available at the booths located on Rehoboth Avenue.
Friday, 6/15 – Opening night for Summer Concert Series at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand. Through the years musicians have been able to showcase their talents at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand and at the same time provide our visitors free concerts throughout the summer season. You can find the schedule at www.rehobothbandstand.com/schedule. In the meantime this is the line-up for this week-end. Entertainment at the Bandstand starts at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Friday, 6/15 – Another Level – It is one of the Mid-Atlantic region’s best dance and party bands. Each member has toured with top performers like, Prince, Patti Labelle, James Brown, Earth, Wind, & Fire, Harold Melvin, the Blue Notes, amonth many others. They will be performing greatest oldies, R & B, Fund, Jazz, Rock & Roll and pure Soul.
Saturday, 6/16 – MD Army National Guard Live Fire Band. It is the 229 Army Band and it is a new addition to the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand schedule. It is military (rock) and they can only perform patriotic music selections. The band has performed for many military and civilian events, including the 45th and 50th anniversary of D-Day in France and for the world renowned Tatto Ceremony in Estonia. More info? Visit www.me.ngb.army.mil.
Sunday, 6/17 – Jamie McClean is known as the guitarist for the New Orleans, funk institution, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band. His genre is New Country. His music is rich with rock, soul and dirty blues. More info? Check him out at www.jamiemclean.com.
Saturday, 6/16 – The Seaside Toy & Train Show will be taking place at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, located at 229 Rehoboth Ave., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Over 100 tables of trains and toys. Tickets are $5. Children under 10 years of age are free. For more info., please call 302-537-5557.
Beach Feet On The Go – This is a program geared to encourage activity such as walking, biking, running, playground, and recreational activities. The program is in effect and ends on September 30th. In order to participate and qualify for prizes, participants need to average a minimum of 60 minutes of activity per day. 500 winners will receive a 2013 Delaware State Park annual pass. Passes are limited to one per family. The grand prize will be a 4 night stay at a cottage in the Delaware Seashore Park. Winners will be announced at the Sea Witch Festival in October. How do you register? Begin recording your minutes of activity, go to www.beach-fun.com, click into the Site Index beach ball and on “Beach Feet on theGo – Sussex Oudoors”.
Replenish Tuesdays – A Project of Eden of Delmarva. Dine at any participating Replenish restaurant on Tuesdays during June and receive an entry to win up to a $500 gift certificate!!! Find the list of participating restaurants at www.edendelmarva.org. Replenish is a DNREC-recognized self-certifying program, originating through and sponsored by Eden Delmarva. It encourages sustainability, respect for the environment, and the creation of green jobs through the recovery and use of renewable sources.
Clear Space Theatre Company – For the second summer in a row, Clear Space Theatre Company, located at 20 Baltimore Ave., in Dowtown Rehoboth Beach, is producing a summer full of live entertainment at the Delaware Beaches. Six nights a week, from June 28th through September 2nd, the theatre company will be rotating 3 brand-new productions: Annie, Broadway at The Beach, and Cabaret.
A Summer Kick Off Event with a Special Gala will be on June 28th, beginning at 6 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided courtesy of MIXX Restaurant, a cash bar will be available all evening.
The evening is costume optional in line with the theme of “Kat Kat Club”. A prize will be awarded during the intermission for Best Dressed. At 7:30 p.m. the company will debut its production of CABARET, the hit Kander & Ebb musical, which was subsequently made into an Oscar-winning film of the same name.
During the intermission there will also be a live auction. Some of the items to be auctioned off are: 7-day stay at the Wyndham Resort in Orlando, Florida in a 3 bedroom, 3 bath, fully equipped villa overlooking one of the 3 Jack Nicklaus golf courses on the property. Another item is a pair of tickets to country star Miranda Lambert’s concert at the Delaware State Fair. Seats are located in Track A, Row 25, Seats #24 and #25.
Tickets for the Clear Space Summer Repertory Opening Gala are currently on sale and priced at $75 per person. They are available online at www.clearspacetheatre.org, by phone at 302-227-2270 or by just stopping by the box office on 20 Baltimore Ave.
To find this and more info., please visit www.clearspacetheatre.org.
Enjoy the beach….relax and kick back!! Talk to you later.
May 31st, 2012
An iconic shop; that’s what I call The Wooden Indian. Since 1977 in our community, this shop is a representation of what shopping in Downtown Rehoboth Beach has become. First class, sophisticated, charming, exquisitively appointed, accessible to all.
I remember when my children were young, they would look at me like I was from another world, as I would come into The Wooden Indian and the first thing I would say was: Touch only with your eyes. You know that look, don’t you? It worked because they never broke anything, thank God.
 
 
The Wooden Indian is located at 25 Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Tels. 302-227-8331, 800-225-8331. The website is www.woodenindianltd.com. On Facebook, it can be found as Woodenindian Rehoboth. That might be your best best as you will be able to follow updates and what’s coming new into the store.
This is the second season for Paul and Joseph, the proprietors. Under their creative strengths, The Wooden Indian has acquired a modern simplicity that I noticed as I came in. You can move through the store with ease; every item is beautifully displayed.
One person that is key in this shop is Frances. I think she has seen the beginnings, the ups and downs of the store and the resurgence of what The Wooden Indian represents at the Delaware Beaches.
Rehoboth Beach is a very walkable town and The Wooden Indian is one street north of Rehoboth Avenue.
The Wooden Indian is still there as you come into the store; to the left.
 
Well known brands are Lynn Chase, Waterford, Herend, Godiva, Royal Copenhagen, Beatriz Ball, Vietri, Nambe, and Vera Wang, among others.
 
The shop will wrap and ship. Baskets can be made for presents. A variety of preserves, peanuts, sauces, and dressings.
A new line of jewelry by designer Esther-Ann Ingram, an independent shell artist arranging shells into beautiful works of art. One of a kind pieces; the shells come from all over the world.
The Bridal Registry is an integral part of the traditional wedding preparation. The Wooden Indian has china, crystal, silverware, and plenty of gifts in a wide variety of prices.
It is a special time of the year. Plenty of weddings during the summer months. The beaches are an attraction for that special day.
   
And, for the new addition to the family, they also have presents, as well.
The Wooden Indian is part of Rehoboth Beach….talk to you later.
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