November 5th, 2014
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Shops, restaurants, hotels, B & B’s, theatre, entertainment, galleries….The Boardwalk…the beach. Just a stroll away; shop local, stay awhile. Rehoboth Beach has outdone itself bringing something every week to the town. Something worth driving to. From the tri-state area it is so easy to get to Rehoboth Beach. It was not so many years ago. In 1878 the railroad was extended to this coastal town bringing more visitors and businesses. The population in Rehoboth has grown so much. And, the Second Season is gorgeous at the beach.
So, What’s Going On?
Wednesday, 11/5 – Sunday, 11/9 – REHOBOTH BEACH INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL, presented by the Rehoboth Beach Film Society. The Big Tent will be behind Movies at Midway on Coastal Highway (Rt. 1). You can find Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival on Facebook…or, check http://www.rehobothfilm.com for detailed info., reviews, ticket info., etc. etc.
Friday, 11/7, Saturday, 11/8 – ST. NICHOLAS TEA, presented by the Village Improvement Association. Two seatings each day. This event starts the Holidays…a little shopping, wreaths, great home cooked food. Call 302-227-1631 or visit http://www.rehobothbeachvia.org. My post on 10/29/14 is all about this event. Just click on the date on the left hand side of AboutMyBeaches.
Friday, 11/7 – COCOA CRAWL, presented by Rehoboth Beach Main Street. $10 Admission!! This is a fun evening in Downtown Rehoboth Beach from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Participating shops will have participating restaurants cooking in their stores. Drinks, desserts, discounts and live music by Paul Cullen. For more information, please visit http://www.downtownrb.com. You can purchase online tickets through their website, but you can also purchase them on Friday throughout town. The website will show which store is hosting which restaurant.
Saturday, 11/8 – POKER CRAWL, presented by Rehoboth Beach Main Street. You heard it right and it will be all day Saturday. Collect a poker card from participating restaurants then show’em at the Greene Turtle at 8 p.m……the best hand will win. For more information, please visit, http://www.downtownrb.com.
Saturday, 11/8 – 2nd SATURDAY ART WALK, presented by MOSAIC. It hapens every second Saturday of the month. Stroll the art galleries, greet and meet the owners and check out some awesome exhibits in town…..do a little local shopping, as well. More. Info? Please visit http://www.mosaicrehoboth.com.
Have a great day!!
October 29th, 2014
 
The Village Improvement Association (VIA) is located at Boardwalk and Grenoble Place in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Tel. 302-227-1631. Website? http://www.rehobothbeachvia.org. This is one of the oldest women’s civic and charitable organizations in Rehoboth Beach. It was founded in 1909. These women are powerful in Rehoboth Beach and they get things done!! Since its founding days, the members have been making contributions to the town of Rehoboth Beach, as well as surrounding Cape Henlopen communities.
The VIA is a member of the Delaware State Federation of Women’s Clubs (DSFWC) and the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC). To learn more about the VIA, and to find out their events, and what they are all about, please visit the website above mentioned.
Last year was the first time I attended this elegant tea. For 2 days the members of the VIA present this tea to the guests in a traditional way. The delicious offerings were homemade, as they are every year. This year is its Ninth St. Nicholas Tea and Sleigh Boutique. Tables are decorated by the members with their own china.
If you wish to attend, please make your reservations soon. You may call for reservations 302-227-1631.
Tea will be served in 2 seatings each day: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. There are 10 tables seating 8 guests per table. The cost is $25/person, $15 for children 13 and younger.
Craft, boutique and basket Chairwoman, Susan Siemionko, left, and Sherry Hall, Jennice McCarty, Francine Frederici and Carolyn Shriver show wreaths and a basket that will be for sale at the boutique. New this year is “A Boutique for All Seasons”, offering wreaths for winter, spring, summer and fall, as well as Halloween, Valentine’s Day and patriotic holidays. Please note that this boutique will open at 10 a.m., an hour before the morning teas, so shoppers who can’t attend the Tea will have a chance to purchase items.
Event Chairwoman, Ann Sebastian, left, Marge Cintavey, and Carol Hall show holiday-themed tea pots.
The St. Nicholas Tea and Sleigh Boutique gives you the opportunity to shop for the coming Holiday Season. Besides the beautiful baskets, handmade crafts and Chritmas-themed items will be available. Local venders will be on hand to help with our Christmas shopping.
The Piccadilly Lady, with her bottomless pockets, will sell wrapped surprises.
And I am sure Santa will make a stop.
Have Fun and Enjoy!!
 
April 2nd, 2014
I can feel it in the air. My daffodils are blooming, they are no longer scared of another frost. The Delaware Beaches are looking good. Driving around owners of establishments are working hard. Afterall, life at the beach is pretty awesome. Don’t take it for granted, believe me. I know Southern Delaware is special.
Two events in Rehoboth Beach, aka The Nation’s Summer Capital are bringing plenty of visitors to our beaches this week-end. There are plenty of other events, but these ones are very special.
REHOBOTH BEACH MAIN STREET “4TH ANNUAL GET DOWN IN TOWN” – Wine, Dine & Shop Local!! Friday, April 4th from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Enjoy great deals along with fantastic appetizers and desserts from your favorite restaurants inside participating Downtown Rehoboth Beach shops. $10 wristbands will benefit local charities. Prizes too!! Visit http://www.downtownrehoboth.com. Or, please call 302-227-2772 for more info. Hope to see you there. I am coming!!!
“SPLENDOR OF SPRING” – Celebrate the season with The Village Improvement Association (VIA) of Rehoboth Beach as they invite you to attend an afternoon of fashion and fun at its Fourth Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Rehoboth Beach Country Club on Saturday, April 5th.
This is a popular event featuring local stores with clothing modeled by VIA members. On the above photo with VIA models, Debbie Iammateo (one of my neighbors), and Melissa Thoroughgood, are Delaware State Senator Ernie Lopez, and 14th District State Representative and Speaker of the House Peter Schwartzkopf, who will be two of the escorts for the models in the fashion show.
Reservations are required. Tickets are $30 per person. For reservations, please call 302-227-1631, or visit http://www.rehobothbeachvia.org for more info.
Have a great time!!
March 1st, 2014
CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, aka, The Nation’s Summer Capital, is opening its season, like they have been doing for the past 24 years, with the Chocolate Festival. A one day event that brings to town many visitors to taste everything chocolate!! The sponsors for this event are Rehoboth Beach Main Street, http://www.downtownrehoboth.com, and The Friends of the Rehoboth Library, http://www.rehobothlibrary.org/about-us/friends-of-library.html.
Last year over 2,300 visitors attended. It takes place at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, located in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. 11:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 1st.
 
Your $5 entry will include 5 tastings….extra tastings are .50 each. Children under 5 are free. There will be raffle prizes, vendors, and so much chocolate to try.
This young baker will probably be there, just like he has been before. Young but with a great future ahead of him if he keeps baking this way.
Categories for the event are cookies, brownies, pies, cheesecakes, candy, cake and most unusual.
While at the Chocolate Festival, please make sure to stop by the Village Improvement Association’s table. They are a big supporter of this event. Their bakers have a reputation for amazing baked goods. To know more about them, please visit http://www.rehobothbeachvia.org
GUMBO CRAWL-MARDI GRAS IN REHOBOTH BEACH – The fun does not stop at the Chocolate Festival…having dessert first is the best! You can then crawl over to the restaurants participating in the Gumbo Crawl, which will be taking place from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. $5 ballots for all your tastings. The restaurants are: Rigby’s, Dogfish Head, Arenas, MIXX, Cafe Azafran, The Frogg Pond, Purple Parrot Grill, Stoney Lonen, Mariachi, Seafood Shack and Nicola on the Avenue.
Sunday, March 2nd – THE CULTURE PEARL’S 22nd ANNUAL BUFFET EXTRAVAGANZA – An all day event, starting at Noon. Just one day of tastings. 2 hour seatings. Booked on the hour with last seating at 8 p.m. $34. Please call 302-227-8493. The Cultured Pear is located at..It is an iconic restaurant in Rehoboth Beach with delicious sushi, sashimi, Asian Cuisine, edamame bar, and much more. Great atmosphere. Love seating at the sushi bar!! The Cultured Pearl is located at 301 Rehoboth Avenue.
Please remember that on Monday, March 3rd, is business as usual at The Cultured Pearl with Sushi Nite!!
So, as you can see….Downtown Rehoboth Beach is definitely a destination this week-end……Spring is coming! Have a great day.
May 18th, 2013
What’s Going On? A great day ahead, even though the weather is a bit cooler…..get your coffee this morning from the Coffee Mill, located at Rehoboth Mews “alleyway”, at 127 B Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Website? http://www.coffeemillrehoboth.com… You’ll love it, just sit outside and enjoy one beautiful morning in Rehoboth Beach.
There are plenty of activities and events going on today, but my picks for the day are:
The Seaside Art Show presented by the VIA (Village Improvement Association) – 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. there will be an art show and silent auction. At 5:00 p.m. wine and cheese tasting with entertainment and live auction! Location? The Village Improvement Association grounds located on Boardwalk & Grenoble. If you are on the Boardwalk just walk north and you willl see it. This is an event to celebrate the VIA’s past and current contributions to the arts community.
Party in Dewey Beach today from Noon until 5:00 p.m. as the Delaware Seashore Parrot Head Club presents Boat Drinks Bacchanal!! Featuring Jimmy & The Parrots!! Location? North Beach. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased at the door or visit http://www.deseashorephc.com/boatdrinks, pay for your ticket, print it, and bring it in.
There will be a concert, open bar and $5 sandwiches!! Proceeds benefit The Sussex County Habitat for Humanity, http://www.sussexcountyhabitat.org, and Lewes Children’s Learning Garden, http://www.lewesinbloom.org/gardens/childrens-learning-garden.
Have a Great Day!!
April 4th, 2013
This is a great time of the year to get out of town and visit the Delaware Beaches. They are primping for what is expected to be a great 2013 season.
Restaurants are open, shops are always open…shopkeepers are the best!! The Boardwalk is right by the beach…exercise, breath that salty ocean air…kick back and relax.
So, what’s going on?
Friday, 4/5 – Opening Reception for Art is Healing, Healing is an Art, a juried fine art exhibition that you can see at the Rehoboth Beach Art League until April 28th. The Opening Reception is from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., free and open to the public. It is hosted by SOAR, Inc. (Survivors of Abuse in Recovery, Inc.) http://www.survivorsofabuse.org, and the Rehoboth Art League, http://www.rehobothartleague.org.
Through the centuries art has been an influencing force in calming the mind, soothing the soul, and flexing the mind and body. This exhibit celebrates the healing power of art. A curated exhibition will be on display in the newly renovated Chambers building. Artwork will be available for sale to the public through the Rehoboth Art League.
The League is located at 12 Dodds Lane in Henlopen Acres. Tel. 302-227-8408.
Friday, 4/5 – 3rd Annual Get Down in Town…Stroll Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Find Great Deals…enjoy great food! 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. The Downtown Rehoboth Beach favorite stores will be offering great deals, and the favorite restaurants will serving fantastic appetizers and desserts inside each participating store! Chance to win thousands of dollars in gifts and prices from Downtown local merchants.
$10.00 writsbands pre-purchase at Azura, Bellmoor, Carlton’s, Heidi Lowe Gallery, and South Moon Under. Need more info? Please call Azura Clothing at 302-226-9650. The store is located at 139 Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.
Clear Space Theatre presents “A Little Night Music” – Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. April 4th at 11 a.m., April 7th and 14th at 3p.m., April 5, 6, 12, 13 at 7 p.m.
This is a tangled web of lust and love, new and rekindled, some legitimate and most illicit, blend to create this beautiful waltz. Lavish music and romantic comedy are at the heart of this Tony-award winning musical. General Admission, $30, Senior, $25, Student/Child, $15. The Theatre is located at 20 Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Free parking. More info? Please call 302-227-2270 or visit http://www.clearspacetheatre.org.
Friday, 4/4/ and Saturday, 4/5 – Music and Entertainment with Sydneys Music Revival at Bethany Blues, located at 18385 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1)…Music starts at 8:30 p.m. Website: http://www.bethanyblues.com.
Friday is Nothin’ But Trouble – What do you call 4 guys who write music, sing and have been front men for their own blues band? NOTHIN’ BUT TROUBLE!
Saturday is New Pony Blues – The big muddy Mississippi and the dark waters of the bayou flow through the heart and soul of this band.
Saturday, 4/6 – Big Fish Grill continues its cooking classes with only a few more Saturdays still on the schedule. The classes will feature menu items from the Big Fish Restaurant Group. Hands-on participation in the preparation of featured items. The classes also include a tour of the seafood market, a whole fish cutting demonstration (I have done it and it is not that easy!), tips about purchasing and preparing seafood. Cost is $75. Classes are from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. To sign up, please call 302-227-FISH. Classes are held at Big Fish Grill located on Coastal Highway (Rt. 1) in Rehoboth Beach. Next classes will be: Saturday, 4/20 and 5/4.
Saturday, 4/6 – “Swing into Spring” Fashion Show presented by the Village Improvement Association. Noon until 3 p.m. at Baywood Greens. It will start at Noon with lunch served at 1 p.m. $30 per person. Doors open at 11 a.m. For reservations, please contact Marge at 302-226-2721. There will be prizes, ticket auction, and much more!! Please visit http://www.rehobothbeachvia.org.
The Village Improvement Association is located at Boardwalk & Grenoble in Downtown Rehoboth Beach….all remodeled!!
Saturday, 4/6 and Sunday, 4/7 – 16th Annual Delaware Resorts 2013 Home Expo. Rehoboth Beach Convention Center located in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Saturday, 9 a.m. until 6 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Free gifts, prizes and give aways. Realtors, developers, builders, mortgagers, home services…all under one roof!! Please call 302-236-0857 for more info. Check Better Living Patio & Sunrooms of Delmarva…they will be there.
Saturday, 4/6 – Family Gathering Annual Spring Concert presented by the Rainbow Chorale. This is a “non-profit Delaware organization community chorus providing gay men, lesbians, bisexuals, transgender persons, and their friends, supporters, and allies with opportunities to perform choral music in a supportive and affirming environment”. Music of Elton John, Sister Sledge, Bobby McFerrin, Randy Newmn & Billy Joel. Plus, a moving tribute to Matthew Shepard. Location? Epworth United Methodist Church, 19285 Holland Glade Rd. in Rehoboth Beach. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Buy tickets at http://www.therainbowchorale.org.
Sunday, 4/7 – Wine Tasting benefiting Sussex County Habitat for Humanity at Bin 66, located on Coastal Highway (Rt. 1) in Rehoboth Beach. $22/person in advance or $27/person at the door. To attend, please contact Melissa Korik at 302-855-1153 x 209. or email melissa@sussexountyhabitat.org. 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Enjoy tastings and appetizers provided by Arena’s and Henlopen City Oyster House!
Enjoy!! Talk to you later.
October 26th, 2012
What a difference!! The weather today in Rehoboth Beach is like night and day. Gorgeous to say the least. It was also the perfect day to kick off the Sea Witch festivities. I was going to do so with a “Magical History Tour” of downtown Rehoboth Beach.
First things first. A stop at The Bake Shoppe, located on Rehoboth Ave. A little coffee and a most delicious pumpkin muffin. If you are in Rehoboth, please stop by. This particular one was crunchy on top and so warm, moist and full of flavor. Coffee was great too.
I was waiting outside with the others, when the Jolly Trolley Bus arrived. The Jolly Trolley originated in 1970. It celebrates and shares the sights, smells, colors and characteristics of the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach resort area. The Jolly Trolley is also a year round charter service. Please call 302-227-1197, and 302-249-1605 for information. You can also visit http://www.jollytrolley.com.
Christine Hastings, Jolly Trolley, Vice President, and I believe part owner, was going to be our Driver. George Palmer was going to be our Tour Guide.
I went into the bus last and, of course, a picture was taken of my fellow Jolly Riders!! Guess what? I did not know one single person.
Since I started my blog over 3 years ago, I have learned so much about our area. Believe me, Rehoboth Beach and the Delaware Beaches, in general, are a great place to live. That’s why they are so easy to promote. I don’t take them for granted.
In order to know how far Rehoboth Beach has come, you need to unlock that past. The Rehoboth Beach Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated “to encouraging and promoting public knowledge of and participation in the preservation of the history, culture, architecture and special character of Rehoboth Beach”. It is not a big museum but the information will show you the progression of a town that is also known as the Nation’s Summer Capital.
The Rehoboth Beach Museum is located by the roundabout, adjacent to the Visitors Center and the Chamber of Commerce, at 511 Rehoboth Avenue. Website? http://www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org. Exhibits, programs and entertainment are part of the Museum, as well. Check the website for upcoming events.
George Palmer was the perfect Tour Guide. His information was full of history given in a simple way and adding local color.
We stopped at the Anna Hazzard Museum. This is one of the original “tent” buildings dating to the 1870s. It reflects the early history of Rehoboth Beach.
Mr. Palmer told us that we used to grow a lot of peaches in Delaware. Delaware, afterall, is an agricultural state. Chickens? Well, he told us that Delaware sells more chickens than anyone in the world.
The magnolia trees are beautiful in this area. This is the farthest north they grow.
And, we started laughing when he asked if anyone had worn wool bathing suits? Well, he had. They were itchy too. There was a time that men had to wear tops too at the beach.
Also, funny was when he mentioned that residents in Lewes consider Lewes with history, but Rehoboth Beach? Oh well, they just have a past.
A drive by parallel to the beach. I took this picture from the inside of the bus. The ocean looked so pretty with the sun’s reflection.
We went by the Village Improvement Association of Rehoboth Beach. At present, it is being rebuilt. This association, also known as the VIA is a”charitable, non-profit organization, founded in 1909. It promotes the interests, improvements and progress of the Rehoboth Beach community. They perform charitable and civic work in and around the Rehoboth Beach area. Its member are women of diverse interests, talents and backgrounds. And, Mr. Palmer said that if you want to have something done in Rehoboth Beach, these are the women that can make it happen. Hmmm…by the way, his wife belongs to it. For more information, please visit http://www.rehobothbeachvia.org.
I recommend this tour to anyone visiting or to some of our locals and natives that might need a refresher course on Downtown Rehoboth Beach. It is only 40 minutes long; you’ll still have time for the beach, shopping and eating.
After the tour I continued walking around Downtown Rehoboth Beach. The shops were getting ready for a busy week-end….I hope Sandy lets visitors enjoy Sea Witch.
A stop at the Rehoboth Beach Post Office…the postal workers were ready!!
The beach looked gorgeous. A sunny and clear day.
The Boardwalk was again, filling up with people soaking up the sun.
And, then my last stop was Lake Gerar. Autumn at its best!! Lake Gerar, along with Silver Lake and Lake Comegys, is one of the 3 fresh water lakes closest to the ocean than anywhere in the country. These lakes are the jewels of Rehoboth Beach!!
I almost forgot…thanks for the water, Jolly Trolley!! Have a great week-end!!
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