April 26th, 2013

What’s Going On? Delaware Beaches, Activities, Events, Southern Delaware, Sussex County….AboutMyBeaches Picks

One month away before the gates open and the Delaware Beaches start doing what they do best….receive visitors with open arms.  The Delaware Beaches are rehearsing for the coming months.  So if you have decided to get out of town this week-end and head out to the Delaware Beaches…check What’s Going On?

LEWES

Saturday, 4/27 – 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. – The War Years, an annual re-enactment event.  See period uniforms, barracks displays, equipment and gun demonstrations.  Fort Miles is located within Cape Henlopen State Park.  After entering the park continue past the toll booths and turn right at the T-intersection.  Continue straight and bear left near the campground entrance.  The Fot Miles Historic Site is on the right, directly across the street from the observation tower.  There are plenty of signs to guide you to the destination.  At 1 p.m. a re-enactment of the German U-858 submarine surrender will take place.  The artillery demonstrations will be at 10 a.m., Noon, 2:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.  More info?  Please visit http://www.fortmilesha.org.

Sunday, 4/28 – “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” – 1 p.m. until 3 p.m.  The Lewes Vintage Base Ball Club vs the Diamond States.  Location?  University of Delaware Lewes campus near the Virden Conference Center grounds at 700 Pilottown Rd.  The Lewes Vintage Base Ball Club plays by 1864 rules which have several differences from contemporary baseball.

REHOBOTH BEACH

Saturday, 4/27 – The Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival invites you to their 2013 Line Up Announcement Celebration and CD Release Party for Brian Simpson, featuring special Guest Star, Art Sherrod.  9:00 p.m. at Old Bay Restaurant located at 18693 Highway 1 (Coastal Highway) in Rehoboth Beach.  Those who attend will be able to buy premium seats of your choice for events at this year’s Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival, which will take place on October 17th-20th.  Food and beverage will be available for purchase.  Tickets may be purchased online at http://www.rehobothjazz.com, at the door, subject to availability, or by phone 800-595-4849.  Tickets are $10.00.  Your attendance helps to celebrate live music!

Sunday, 4/28 – Walk for Sight sponsored by the Delaware Lions Foundation.  Grove Park behind the Visitors Center and the roundabout in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.  Registration begins at 12 Noon until 1 p.m.  The walk begins at 1 p.m.  More info?  Please call Wayne Powers at 410-924-2745.

Sunday, 4/28 – Nage Rehoboth Annual Spring Wine Festival – A benefit for The Children’s Beach House.  Over 50 wines from around the world, food by The Chefs at Nage Rehoboth, Create your own Blend, Wine & Food pairing station, Blind Wine Tastings, Silent Auction.  Tickets are $35 per person with a portion going to the Children’s Beach House.  You have to be 21 to attend.  If you are a fan of Nage’s chefs there will be a One-Time Only Battle of the Chefs!! Root for your favorite former Nage chef as they battle current Chef, Ted Deptula!!  Nage is located at 19730 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1)  Please visit http://www.nagerestaurant.com.  Tel. 302-226-2037

Tuesday, 4/30 – Job Fair Hosted by Senator Carper, Senator Coons & Congressman Carney at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, located at 229 Rehoboth Avenue.  It starts at 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.  More info?  Please email latisha_bracy@coons.senate.gov.

DEWEY BEACH

Saturday, 4/27 – Dewey Beach Treasure Fest Community Yard Sale on Dickinson St. & the Bay.  8 a.m. until Noon.  It is a town wide event.  Free parking and free food!!  More info?  http://www.deweybusinesspartnership.com.

Saturday, 4/27 – Doodles in Dewey, which started in 2005 as a fundraiser for the Food and Friends organization, as a way to honor a young man who died from aids.  He was a teacher, counselor and a dog lover who used Food and Friends services when he was ill.  In his memory, the Doodle Romp started and continues.  So, this is the 8th Annual Doodles in Dewey.  There will be a 9:30 meet on the beach off Saulsbury St. entrance off Rt. 1 in Dewey.  11:30 a.m. Raffle, then Group Picture.  Noon…lunch, either on your own or buy Grotto Pizza on the Beach as part of the Romp.  Yappy Hour at 4 p.m. at Sharkey’s.  Dinner at 7 p.m. at Lazy Susan on Rt. 1.  More info?  Please visit http://www.doddlesindewey.com/schedule.htm.

Saturday, 4/27 – 1 – 4 p.m.  Chili Cook Off at the Rusty Rudder.  30 vendors…plenty to sample.  It is also Free!!

MILFORD

Only about 25 minutes away from Rehoboth Beach, the town of Milford is holding their 10th Bug & Bud Festival on Saturday, 4/27, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.  Please visit http://www.downtownmilford.org for more info.

OCEAN VIEW

Sunday, 4/28 – Brunch & Bubbly at the Bear Trap Dunes Clubhouse in Ocean View.  This is a fundraising event for Children & Families First, http://www.cffde.org.  In 1884, 3 local organiations, The Friends Benevolent Society, The Provident Society, and the St. Vincent de Paul Society, combined to form the Associated Charities of Wilmington.  Their purpose was “To ensure that all who have fallen into distress…shall be wisely helped to regain self-support…”  Through various mergers with other charitable organizations over the past 126 years…Children & Families First.  It is a non profit social services agency whose branches have touched every corner of Delaware; improving the lives of those in need.

The Sunday Brunch & Bubbly will be a lot of fun with a Champagne Menu  and a delicious menu by DiFebo’s Bistro.  They will be offering:  Specialty Quiche Assortment, Fresh Asparagus Wrapped with Prosciutto Ham, Mini Spring Rolls with Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce, Grilled Vegetable and Goat Cheese Bruschetta, Raspberry and Brie Cheese Wrapped in Phyllo, Fresh Sliced Fruit with Honey Yogurt and more!!

The Exhibitors will be:  Bling Salon, Cookie Lee Jewelry, Floridella Boutique, May Kay Cosmetics, Cabi Clothing, Designs by Aubre Duncan, Tastefully Simple, Faylor’s Foffees, Stephan & Co. Salon, Judith’s Gourmet Cupcakes, Nerium AD…Entertainment by DJ Avery Withers.  $32 at the door or, visit http://cffde.org You can also call Marci Urgo at 302-604-6277.

Have a Good One!!

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April 29th, 2011

What’s Going On?, Dewey Beach, Entertainment, Town-Wide Yard Sale, DoodlesinDewey, The Greaseband, Delaware Beaches

Outdoor activities and music.  This lively coastal town is starting to wake up after a long winter.  If you are at the Delaware Beaches, this is what you will expect to find in Dewey.

Saturday, 4/30 – It’s a Town-Wide Yard Sale.  Homeowners and property owners are participating in this event and extending you an invitation to come and shop throughout Dewey Beach.  It is a Treasure Fest Community Yard Sale beginning at 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

Saturday, 4/30 – It is the 6th Annual DoodlesinDewey.  It will meet at Saulsbury St. at 9:30 a.m.  This event is for the whole family to enjoy and participate.  Watch dogs run free, buy raffle tickets or just enjoy your time at the beach.  All proceeds benefit Food and Friends organization which delivers food to home-bound men and women.  More info?  Check these 2 websites; www.foodandfriends.org and www.doodlesindewey.com.

Saturday, 4/30 – Rusty Rudder, 113 Dickinson St. and On the Deck at 3:00 p.m. is the very loved The Greaseband.  This is one of those bands that have a big following at our beaches and have been around for a long time.  They put up quite a performance.   

Later, in the evening, at 9:00 p.m. the performers will be Kristen and The Noise.  If you are wondering about the deck, do not worry because it is tented and heated.

Have a great time!!! Talk to you later…