September 9th, 2013
An afternoon of “dog-gone” good fun for individuals, families and canines at the 3rd Annual “Bark on the Boards”….Destination? Lake Gerar in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Date? Saturday, October 5th.
Even though Rehoboth Beach is known as a summer destination, the Second Season is one of the best. Restaurants are open, shops are full of merchandise, the beach is a place for relaxation….and for fundraising!!
If you are traveling with your pooch to Rehoboth Beach, check this fundraising event hosted by the Delaware Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. It is the oldest and most experienced animal welfare organization in the state.
Last year, the event attracted more than 250 walkers with their pets. It is sponsored by Browseabout Books. The afternoon includes dog contests, including a bikini contest, a disc dog demonstration, refreshments, kids’ activities, and much more.
Location? Lake Gerar Park in Rehoboth Beach. Lake Gerar is one of the 3 fresh water lakes closest to the ocean anywhere in the country. Along with Silver Lake, and Lake Comegys…these are the jewels of Rehoboth Beach!!
All the money raised is used to fund the work of the Delaware SPCA and for the care of abused, neglected and homeless animals, and their efforts to reduce pet overpopulation through spay/neuter programs. Delaware SPCA is the oldest animal welfare organization in thestate. It was established in 1873. Today it operates shelters in Stanton, New Castle County, and Georgetown, Sussex County.
This walk also coincides with the first day of the “off season”, when leashed pets can be walked on the Boardwalk and beach without restrictions.
Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. in Lake Gerar Park. The walk will start at Noon at the north end of the Boardwalk.
Advanced registration is $20 for adults, before October 3rd, and $25 the day of the event.
Children ages 6-16, accompanied by an adult, are $5; those 5 years of age and under are free. Walkers can pre-register on-line at http://www.delspca.org.
This year Bark On The Boards is part of a schedule of Delaware SPCA’s 140th Anniversary events that will culminate with the “Canines on the Catwalk 140th Gala” to be held at Greenville Country Club in Wilmington, Delaware, on November 16th. The fun and fashionable festival will include a night of tasteful delights, entertainment, silent auctions, and a runway event featuring some very cool cats and haute designer dogs. More info? Please visit http://www.delspca.org.
Hope to see you there!! Have a good one!
April 29th, 2011
Gorgeous day!! Nothing better than being at the beach. If you are visiting Rehoboth Beach, you might want to take advantage of some fun events from entertainment to walks for good causes.
Friday, 4/29 – Spaghetti Dinner and Dance – To benefit Meals on Wheels of Lewes and Rehoboth Beach. 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Venue? Aqua Grill, Baltimore Avenue. Tickets at the door will be $15 for adults and $9 for children. Entertainment by Viki Dee. There will be a cash bar available. More info? Please call 302-645-7449.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 4/29 – 5/1 – Ted Keegan, a veteran of Broadway’s The Phantom of the Opera will be singing the great composers. The venue? Clear Space Theatre, 20 Baltimore Ave. in Rehoboth Beach. On Friday and Saturday it will start at 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday it will start at 3:00 p.m. $25 for the general public, $20 for seniors, $15 for students, and $5 for children under 12. More info? Visit www.clearspacetheatre.org. You can also call 302-227-2270.
Saturday, 4/30 – Balk to the Boardwalk – Walk for the Animals. It is the 8th Annual Walk for the Animals at the Beach, at the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Registration begins at 11:00 a.m. The Walk starts at Noon. Length of the Boardwalk and back is 2 miles. For more information, please visit www.dehumane.org/beachwalk. You can register online and check what the Delaware Humane Association is all about.
Have a great week-end….
April 19th, 2010
Once again, as it does every season, Rehoboth Beach is wide awake. Were you here this week-end? It might as well have been the height of the season. There were 45 minute waits at some of the restaurants.
Parking meters are not in effect yet, but that will soon change.
There are a couple of events and activities that you might be interested in. Here they go:
It is called the Birding Week-End but it is really almost the whole week. This event celebrates the spring migration of thousands of warblers, shorebirds, waterfowl, and raptors. The Week-End combines boat trips, paddling treks, and expeditions by foot.
The event takes place from Wednesday, April 21st until Sunday, April 25th. There are over 40 trips covering the Delmarva Peninsula. The best way to get information is to go to their website, www.delmarvabirdingweekend.org. You may also contact the Delmarva Low-Impact Tourism Experiences, who is bringing this event to you at 443-614-0261, or the Worcester County Tourism at 800-852-0335.
The Delmarva Peninsula possesses an extensive variety of environments, including barrier islands, tidal wetlands, cypress swamps, upland fields, and primeval forests.
Field trips take place in the land and water that feed into the Chesapeake and Delaware Bays, and the Atlantic coastal bays. More than 400 bird species have been recorded in the region. 204 were tallied during the 2009 event.
Participating birders will be helping birds by promoting bird and habitat conservation.
There are going to be plenty of social events. One of them will be the Rehoboth Beach Tally Rally. This will take place on Friday, April 23rd from 5 – 7 p.m. at Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats in downtown Rehoboth Beach, 320 Rehoboth Ave. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
This is where Dogfish Head all began in 1995. A great place to meet fellow birders for a beer, a meal, or just stop to hear some birding tales.
Saturday, April 24th – Walk for the Animals. It is sponsored by the Delaware Humane Association. The Delaware Humane Association speaks for those who cannot speak for themselves.
It is a 2-mile walk starting on the north end of the boardwalk in Rehoboth. Registration is at 11 a.m., walk at Noon. $25 in advance, $35 the day of the walk, $5 for children 6 to 16 and free for children 5 and younger. Teams rates are available, as well. Dogs are definitely, welcomed!! For more info, please call 302-571-8171 or visit www.dehumane.org.
Saturday and Sunday, April 24th and April 25th – Its a Jury Art Show, at the Lutheran Church of Our Savior, Bay Vista Road near Rehoboth. Saturday 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and on Sunday 12:30 p.m. until 3 p.m. It is Free!! For more info. please visit www.lcosrehoboth.org. or call 302-945-5177.
Have a great week. There is still more to come at the Delaware Beaches, stay tuned. Talk to you later…
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