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Local Farmer’s Market Schedule for 2012

Apr 172012

It’s almost that time of year again!

Time to rise and shine and head out to your local Farmer’s Market for all kinds of locally grown and produced goods and treats. Here is the 2012 schedule for this season’s local Farmer’s Markets in the southeast Sussex County areas.

Bethany Beach Farmers Market
Garfield Parkway & Pennsylvania Avenue
Bethany Beach, Del. 19930
Sundays, 8 a.m.-noon
July 1-Sept. 2
302-537-5243

Fenwick Island Farmers Market
Coastal Highway & East Essex Street
Fenwick Island, Del. 19944
Mondays & Fridays, 8 a.m.-noon
June 25-Aug. 31
302-436-5589

Millsboro Farmers Market
Main Street (Rt. 24; west of Dairy Queen)
Millsboro, Del, 19966
Thursdays, 2-6 p.m.
June 7-Sept. 13
302-934-1605 or 302-519-6687

Millville Farmers Market
Millville Town Hall (next door to Town Hall building)
Rt. 26 (Atlantic Avenue) & Clubhouse Road
Millville, Del.
Thursdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
June 7 – Sept. 27
302-539-1358

Selbyville Farmers Market
Rt. 17 (in town limits)
Selbyville, Del. 19971
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
April 21 –Dec. 8
443-669-3860

The Farmer’s Market at Sea Colony
Marketplace at Sea Colony Shopping Center (parking lot)
Route 1 South
Bethany Beach, Del. 19930
Wednesdays, 8 a.m.-noon
June 27-Aug. 29
302-258-7813

Bethany Beach is no longer a secret paradise to the world

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Apr 132012

Full article Published by: Coastal Point

Bethany Beach, Del. was recently named one of the “Best Secret Beaches on Earth” by Travel and Leisure magazine and one of their “Favorite Family Beaches.”

U.S. Sen. Thomas Carper (D-Del.) was in town on April 6 to start the Easter weekend by highlighting Bethany’s international recognition with help from Bethany Beach Mayor Tony McClenney and Bethany-Fenwick Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Carrie Subity.

With a group of beachgoers stopping to observe the event, Carper jokingly said, “I thought this was supposed to be a secret,” before he noted that this wasn’t the first time Delaware beaches have been recognized.

Last July, Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach were honored by Delaware officials following the release of a National Resource Defense Council (NRDC) report that named them as “superstar” beaches. They were featured nationally following a review of U.S. beaches that rated them based on various criteria, including beach water quality and the level of protection offered to beachgoers through notifications about water quality.

Rehoboth and Dewey were two of only four beaches, among 200 beaches nationwide, to be awarded recognition above and beyond five-star status from the NRDC, a non-partisan international environmental advocacy group.

Now, it’s Bethany’s turn in the spotlight.

David Keeps of Travel and Leisure magazine wrote of the town, “A boardwalk with a bandstand and a frozen custard shop, a landmark carved totem pole, and a sophisticated miniature golf course add up to an all-American destination — and one of T+L’s Favorite Family Beaches.

“Known as the Quiet Resorts, Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island offer seven miles of Atlantic Ocean for swimming, as well as a sheltered bay for boating and fishing, minus the hubbub of nearby towns Rehoboth Beach, Del., and Ocean City, Md.”

Carper spoke of the other things Delaware is known for, such as agriculture and its chemical industry, but he said tourism is a frontrunner in what the state has to offer.

“And it starts and ends with the beaches,” he said. Giving a nod to several people who had stopped to listen – both sets of families from cities in Maryland – he said, “They came here for this, not chicken or the Nylon industry.”

McClenny said he “didn’t even know [Bethany Beach] was here in 1982,” and 12 years ago, came to “spend a week.” Now, he’s a full-time resident and the town’s mayor.

He thanked the senator for his help with beach replenishment, surmising that in recent years replenishment has helped the town avoid another storm of ’62, the infamous Ash Wednesday storm that wiped out nearly every beachfront structure in the town and that – for those who were there – remains in the forefront of their minds as a once-in-a-lifetime storm experience.

Replenishment and construction of a new dune have already been credited with preventing damage in more recent storms.

Subity thanked the senator for helping to recognize “our wonderful secret beach.”

Multi-sport event to benefit first responders of Bethany

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Apr 122012

Published by: Delmarva.com

A new multi-sport event will take place this September to benefit the first responders of the Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company.

The Bethany Beach First Responders Sprinternational Triathlon-Duathlon, a USA Triathlon-sanctioned event, will be held Sept. 23. Registration is now open, and early registers are eligible to win lottery-style giveaways.

The triathlon will feature a 1,000-meter ocean swim, a 30K bike ride and a 7K run, while the duathlon will be a 1K beach run, a 30K bike run and a 7K run.

Director Rick Hundley said after the Make-A-Wish Foundation announced it was moving its annual triathlon from Sea Colony to Cambridge, Md., he was inundated with emails and calls about replacing the event.

Organizers weren’t trying to deter people from attending the Make-A-Wish event, but allow for a 27-year tradition to continue, he said.

“We think Bethany Beach is a great venue for a triathlon and duathlon,” Hundley said. “There’s not many triathlons where you can do an open ocean swim.”

The transition area for swimmers will be on Garfield Parkway and Atlantic Avenue, which is a great way to get the community involved, Hundley said.

The bike and run will encompass Bethany, North Bethany, the Indian River Inlet Bridge and South Bethany. The finish line will be at the Bandstand on the Boardwalk.

“When you put a triathlon in the town like that it gets the spectators that have never witnessed a triathlon,” he said. “I think its great exposure for the sport, health and fitness.”

Partnering with the fire company was “a good fit,” Hundley said, as it will raise awareness about the services the BBVFC and its first responders provide to the community.

“We are excited to bring this new event to the area and to donate the proceeds to such terrific organizations,” said Ernie Felici, race producer. “We are confident that locals and guests, and local businesses, will rally for our first responders.”

Finishing and age group medals will be awarded. There will also be a post-race party.

Race packet pick-up, which will feature a pasta dinner buffet, a sports expo and a health fair for all athletes and their guests, will be at the BBVFC from 4-8 p.m., Sept. 22. Tickets for the pasta dinner will be available for $12 for adults and $5 children under 10.

Monte Wisbrock, president of the BBVFC, said he’s thankful for the organizers, and those who will participate.

“Only with support like this are we able to serve the community,” he said.

Bunny Palooza 5k/10k This Saturday in Bethany Beach

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Apr 052012

This Saturday, April 7, 2012, The inaugural Bunny Palooza 5k/10k race will take place in Bethany Beach, beginning at 8am.

Hundreds of runners are expected to take part in this exciting Spring event, which starts at Garfield Parkway and Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Bethany Beach and ends at the Bethany Beach Boardwalk at the Bandstand.

The event will feature a post-race Party at Mango’s Oceanfront with complimentary 16 Mile beer and food from over 14 local restaurants. Live music will be prevalent throughout the race course and look out for Palooza Plaza with face painters, music, magicians, artist, games and more!

As for the race itself, runners will be able to compete for awards, which will be given in the following categories:

1st, 2nd place overall male
1st, 2nd place overall female
1st Master male & female
1st, 2nd, 3rd place age group male
1st, 2nd, 3rd place age group female

Hope to see everyone there!

The Greater Bethany Beach Area A to Z – Letter I

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Apr 052012

Help us list the many things that make Bethany Beach and its surrounding towns (Fenwick Island, Ocean View, Millville, etc.) a great place to be – from “A” to “Z”!

We would love to have as many entries as possible for each letter, so feel free to add to our list by leaving a reply under the post.

is for the Indian River Inlet, the connector of the Indain River Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. By crossing south over the Indian River Inlet Bridge, visitors from the north enter the beautiful area of North Bethany and eventually the rest of coastal Southern Delaware.

The Indian River Bay is where you’ll find residents and visitors alike boating, fishing, shellfishing, and crabbing to their heart’s desire.

The new Indian River Inlet Bridge was completed this past winter and is looking to be fully operational by the time summer hits.

Tell us more about your experiences on the Indian River Bay, or Inlet and let your voice be heard in the comments section about what I-related places or things remind you of the Bethany Beach/Fenwick Island areas.

Local Restaurants Ready to Serve Easter Meals in Bethany, Fenwick, Ocean View

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Apr 042012

We’ve compiled a list of the local restaurants serving Easter meals (breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, deserts) this Sunday, April 8, 2012!

Visit the links in the restaurant names or call the numbers listed for more information.

Happy Easter!

The Cottage Café (Bethany Beach) – Easter-Eggstravaganza Sunday Brunch Buffet, 9am-3pm. Adults $14.99, Kids (ages 3-10) $6.99. Dinner Specials beginning at 4 pm.

DiFebos Bistro on the Green (Ocean View) – Easter Sunday Brunch, 10am-3pm. Adults $22.95, Kids 12 and under $12. Features guest appearance from Easter Bunny, Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Bonnet Contest and more. Call for reservations 302-537-6100.

Original House of Welsh (Fenwick Island) – Easter Dinner – All you can eat. Dining room open at 4pm. Adults $13.99. Kids $7.99. 302-541-0728.

Mango’s Oceanfront Dining (Bethany Beach) – Easter Brunch, 10am-3pm. Taking reservations, call 302-537-6621.

Patsy’s (Bethany Beach) – Easter Brunch, 10am-2pm. 302-537-2433.

The Parkway (Bethany Beach) – Easter Dinner, 2-8pm featuring rack of lamb and honey spiral ham and regular menu items. 302-537-7500.

Magnolia’s Restaurant (Ocean View) – Easter Brunch, 10am-2pm. $19.99 per person. Features Omelet station, Carving station, Salad and Seafood station, Hot station and Desserts. Easter Dinner also served from 2-8pm. Reservations recommended. Call 302-539-5671.

D’Ortone’s Homestyle Italian (Ocean View) – Easter Sunday 4 course special, $13.95 per person. Serving dinners at 1 pm. Choose from 6 entrees. 302-829-1430.

Siainte Pub and Restaurant (Fenwick Island) – Easter Sunday Buffet, 10am-3pm. $12.99 per person. Call 302-436-1916.

Perucci’s (Millville) – Easter Menu served beginning at 5 pm. Reservations recommended by calling 302-829-8727.

Harpoon Hanna’s (Fenwick Island) – Easter Weekend Celebration – Sunday Brunch 10am-1pm, Sunday Dinner begins at 1pm. Accepting reservations at 302-539-3095.

Twining’s Lobster Shanty (Fenwick Island) – Easter Meals begin serving at 11:30am. Easter Bunny in attendance. Taking reservations at 302-436-2305.

Millsboro Chamber to host Easter Egg Hunt

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Apr 032012

Published by Coastal Point

On Saturday, April 7, beginning at 1 p.m., rain or shine, the Greater Millsboro Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt in Cupola Park. Children between the ages of 3 and 10 will have the opportunity to scour for 6,000 eggs hidden throughout the town park.

“They’ll be gone in less than three minutes,” predicted Chamber Coordinator Amy Simmons, with a laugh. “It’s real quick.”

There will be three age groups for kids to participate in various age-appropriate games during the day.

“They’ll be an egg roll for the little kids. There will be an egg relay for the older kids, and for the oldest of kids, they’ll be doing sack races,” said Simmons.

There will also be a bonnet/hat-decorating contest, which will be judged by Chamber members, with prizes in three categories: most original, most creative and funniest.

“We would like to have the kids decorate hats prior to coming. It can be a bonnet. It can be a cap for a boy. And then we’re going to do a small parade in an area down by Cupola Park and have them judged.

Simmons added that a number of prizes will be awarded to the winners, including Shorebirds tickets and passes to CoCo’s Funhouse.

“We do have some really nice prizes this year to be given away. Two golden eggs in each age group – there are prizes for that – and we’ve got prizes for the hat contest.”

The event is free and open to the public. For a $5 charge, though, kids can get their picture taken with the Easter Bunny, who will be making a special appearance to greet the children.

“There will be pictures taken with the Easter bunny that people can take home with them that day.”

Simmons said that, last year more than 150 children participated in the hunt. She said she hopes more people will attend this year and participate in the family-friendly event.

“We had an awesome turnout,” she said of the 2011 event. “There were so many people, and most of the kids had at least one parent with them. Everyone was really thrilled with how organized it was and how smooth everything ran.

For more information about Millsboro’s 2012 egg hunt, call (302) 934-6777 or visit www.millsborochamber.com.

Two-part Civil War series to be held in Bethany

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Apr 032012

Published by Coastal Point

Local Civil War historian Tom Ryan will present the first talk of a two-part series titled “The Impact of the Civil War in Cities and Towns Across America” at the South Coastal Library on Thursday, April 5, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

“We try and categorize our programs with umbrellas, and these talks are part of the history series,” said Priscilla Scott, circulation coordinator and publicist for the library. “Tom Ryan is very, very popular. We could have as much as 80 people come to one of his presentations.”

The two presentations will feature 12 different locations and include photos, prints and paintings to help illustrate Ryan’s talks.

“This series, I don’t believe he’s presented this anywhere before. He has written about it. But it’s the impact of the Civil War on towns, and it will follow a chronological program,” she said. “He’ll start with a series beginning in Pennsylvania and then in North Carolina, Georgia, Florida — he kind of goes around the way the war and the battles took place. I think that will be of great interest to people.”

In the first presentation, Ryan will discuss towns in Georgia, Texas, Alabama and Pennsylvania. The second talk, which will be held on May 3, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., will discuss towns in Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina and Alabama.

Scott noted that Ryan has given talks at the library before, and they were all very well received.

“The last time he did a series of presentations, it was on espionage,” she recalled. “I just think there’s a fascination with the Civil War and, of course, last year was the sesquicentennial, and that brought on even more interest, I think. He’s really a big draw. He has a reputation around here, and the people in this area have quite an interest in the Civil War.”

The program is free and open to the public. Registration is not required.

Scott added that Ryan – who has contributed to various publications, including the Washington Times, as well as his regular column in the Coastal Point – has done exorbitant amounts of research on the Civil War.

“He just brings a fresh insight in on the Civil War, because he has done so much research on it and he’s a real expert. He went to these different places in order to do the research. So he’s doing sort of a firsthand account. He’s not just reading books and the like. He went, going to the places and interviewed different people. I think it’ll be a really wonderful program.”

For more information, call the South Coastal Library at (302) 539-5231 or visit the Web site at www.southcoastal.lib.de.us. The South Coastal Library is located at 43 Kent Avenue in Bethany Beach.

Freeman Stage at Bayside set to celebrate fifth season

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Mar 232012

Originally published by Coastal Point

The Joshua M. Freeman Foundation announced this week that the Freeman Stage at Bayside is set to celebrate its fifth season of bringing arts and entertainment to Sussex County. The Freeman Stage has attracted an average of 25,000 audience members each year in its first four seasons with offerings of dance, theater, live music and children’s performances.

The 2012 season will include more than 50 performances between Memorial Day and Labor Day, including five special concert events that will include Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes on July 6, John Tesh: Big Band Live on July 20, country musician and sometime Hootie & the Blowfish frontman Darius Rucker on July 26, award-winning composer Marvin Hamlisch on July 29 and the original cast of Broadway’s “Jersey Boys” – The Midtown Men – on Aug. 1.

“We have just released our 2012 calendar and we couldn’t be more excited about the diversified programs and special events that our 5th season will offer,” said Patti Grimes, executive director of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation. “So many gifted and talented artists are scheduled to grace our beautiful stage.

“This year,” Grimes said, “we will also welcome PNC Bank’s Grow Up Great program – whose mission is to prepare children for success in school and life – as a sponsor of our Saturday-morning children’s performances. It’s these kind of partnerships that are necessary for the continued success of our mission at The Freeman Stage at Bayside and in our communities.”

The Freeman Stage at Bayside, an outdoor performing arts venue located off Route 54 in the Bayside community, will host performances every Thursday and Friday evening and a few Saturday evenings throughout the summer, with children’s programs held every Saturday morning.

All events and programs are open to the public, and many of the events are free. All Thursday-night regular-season events and Saturday-morning children’s performances have free admission. For most events on Friday and Saturday nights, the cost is $10 per person, with children 18 or younger being admitted free of charge.

The five special concert events, including the Darius Rucker concert, will have additional admission costs. Tickets for all paid events will go on sale on Friday, April 6. Those who are 2012 Sponsors of the Freeman Stage at Bayside will be able to purchase tickets early, starting April 2.

Refreshments can be purchased at the Stage Café, which will be serving lite fare as well as beer and wine.

The Freeman Stage at Bayside will officially kick off the 2012 season on the evening of May 26, with a performance of Cirque Montage. Regular weekly performances at The Freeman Stage will commence on June 15 with a performance by the Mid-Atlantic Symphony and will continue throughout the year.

For a complete listing of all the season’s events, or to find out how to volunteer at the Freeman Stage, call (302) 436-3015 or visit www.freemanstage.org.

Bethany Beach among Best Secret Beaches on Earth

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Mar 172012

From TravelandLeisure.com‘s Best Secret Beaches on Earth (March 2012).

Bethany Beach, Delaware
A boardwalk with a bandstand and a frozen custard shop, a landmark carved totem pole, and a sophisticated miniature golf course add up to an all-American destination—and one of T+L’s Favorite Family Beaches. Known as the Quiet Resorts, Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island offer seven miles of Atlantic Ocean for swimming as well as a sheltered bay for boating and fishing, minus the hubbub of nearby towns Rehoboth Beach, DE, and Ocean City, MD. Lodgings and dining in Bethany Beach cater to the kid crowd, so if you’re seeking solitude, try a rental home.

FYI – ResortQuest by Wyndham Vacation Rentals is the Bethany Beach vacation rental leader.

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