Category: Sussex County

Weekend Update: June 21st-23rd

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If you’re looking for something different, fun, or interesting to do this weekend, check out these local events:

Friday, June 21st: Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience
Head over to the Freeman Stage at Bayside and enjoy this Grammy award winning musical artist as he shares the Zydeco experience.  Terrance Simien has been performing live for over 25 years.  Tickets are $10 per person and kids under 18 are free.  Don’t forget to bring your own lawn chairs.

Saturday, June 22nd:  Jack & The Beanstalk
If you have young children, the Freeman Stage at Bayside presents a two-man show of Jack and the Beanstalk on Saturday, June 22nd.  The show is designed for ages 3 and up and is free for everyone.

Saturday, June 22nd-Sunday, June 23rd: Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
This 4th annual festival will run from 9am-4pm Saturday and 9am-3pm Sunday at the Lewes Historical Center Complex.  Admission is $5 per person and children under 12 are free, this includes a wrist band that is good for both days.  The event includes crafters, vendors, beautiful artwork and activities for children.  For more information contact 302-645-7670.

All Weekend: Free Concerts at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand
The Lower Case Blues will perform “modern, energetic blues” on Friday, 6/21.  The Eddie Sherman Show will perform their traditional jazz show on Saturday, 6/22, and on Sunday, 6/23 the Lloyd Dobler Effect will perform their well known rock show.  All shows are free and begin at 8pm.

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.

June 19, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Lord Acton:  Opinions alter, manners change, creeds rise and fall, but the moral laws are written on the table of eternity.”  (Fred)  “Our moral fiber must be at the center of our being because it is too easy to drift away, many things change but some don’t.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 604960-$1,750,000.  Here is an Estate!  This home has 3 BR, 3.5 BA, on 38.6 acres with water frontage on the Nanticoke River.  The estate has an automatic front security gate with video, full fencing, extensive landscaping with gardens, a fountain, a Koi Pond, irrigation system and a heated in ground pool.  The home itself has too many extras to mention.  Call me @ 302 258-6983 to see this Estate.  www.fredsporch.com June 19, 2013

June 18, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Louis XIV:  “It is legal because I wish it.”  (Fred)  “Let us not go down that path.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 603947-From $239,900 to $209,900.  An Ocean View DE luxury first floor condo which has 2 BR, 2BA, a large living room, upgraded kitchen with new appliances, new carpet, an a screened porch.  Call me to see this gem at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJune 18, 2013

June 17, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Louisa May Alcott:  “Good Books, like good friends, are few and chosen; the more select, the more enjoyable.”  (Fred)  “Let us hope we gather a large library.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 603472-From $595,215 to $589,500.  A 13 year old Bay Front home in Slaughter Beach DE which has 3 BR, 2 BA, on .21 acre which boasts high end finishes, an open living are, a sunroom with a hot tub and is steps away from the Delaware Bay.  Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJune 17, 2013

5 Free Family Events This Summer

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If you’re looking for some free family fun this summer, check out these ongoing local events:

1.  Monday Night Movie On The Beach
Head into Dewey to the beach at Dagsworthy Street for free Monday night family movies.  Don’t forget the blanket, chairs and popcorn!  Movies begin at approximately 8:30pm and are weather dependent.  Movies begin on Monday, June 17th and run every Monday through the end of August.  For a full schedule, check out this link.

2.  Wednesday Night Bonfires on the Beach
Bring your family and the makings for some s’mores to the beach at Dagsworthy Street in Dewey every Wednesday night from 7:30pm-11pm beginning Wednesday, June 19th through the end of August.  Bonfires are weather dependent.

3.  Fenwick Flicks
Head into Fenwick Island to the beach at Farmington Street for free film screenings on Tuesday, June 18th (Mirror, Mirror), Wednesday July 17th (Madagascar 3), and Tuesday, August 13th (Oz, The Great and Powerful).  Movies will start at dusk.  Don’t forget your chairs and blankets!

4.  Cinema By The Canal
Head to Canalfront Park in Lewes for free film screenings on June 19th (Cirque Du Soliel: Worlds Away), July 10th (The Pirates! Band of Misfits), July 31st (Here Comes The Boom), and August 14th (The Odd Life of Timothy Green).  Movies begin at dusk.  Don’t forget your lawn chairs!

5.  Summer Concert Series at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand
Check out free summer concerts every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through the end of August.  Concerts begin at 8pm.  For a complete schedule of bands, check out this link.

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-856-6434.

June 14, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Luc de Clapiers:  “The fruit derived from labor is the sweetest of pleasures.”  (Fred)  “If you want to eat, you must earn it or become dependent on others which will destroy self-confidence.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 604155-From $174,500 to $164,800.  A lovely townhome in Frankford DE that has 2 BR, 1.5 BA, fresh paint, upgraded appliances in a community with a pool and tennis courts.  Call me at 302 258-6983 to see this home.  wwwfredsporch.comJune 14, 2013

Three Free Summer Concert Series To Check Out

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Now that the summer season is underway, free entertainment abounds.  Here are three free summer concert series that will run this summer:

1.  Summer Concerts at Stango Park in Lewes – Bring a blanket or lawn chair to Stango Park in Lewes, next to the Library along Kings Highway for a free concert every Tuesday night through the end of August.  Concerts run from 7pm-8:30pm.  The 2013 Summer Music Concert series is sponsored by WSFS Bank and the City of Lewes.  For a complete list of bands playing this summer check out this link.

2.  Summer Concert Series at Milton Memorial Park – This summer concert series is Wednesday nights through the end of August.  Concerts begin at 7pm.  For a complete schedule of bands and sponsors, check out this link.

3.  Concerts by the Canal – Free concerts at Canalfront Park are sponsored by Dogfish Head Brewery.  Concerts begin at 6:30pm and are on June 28th (Chester River Runoff), July 19th (Nate Myers & The Acres), and August 9th (The Bullbuckers).

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.

June 12, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Lydia Child:  “Belief in oneself is one of the most important bricks in building any successful venture.”  (Fred) “Self confidence is the foundation block.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 601981-From $120,000 to $110,000.  A great starter or retirement home in Georgetown DE that has 2 BR, 1 BA, on a .35 acre corner lot and the house has the original HW floors and arched doorways.  Call me to see this gem at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJune 12, 2013

June 11 ,2013

Today’s food for thought is from Napoleon Bonaparte:  “Soldiers generally win battles; generals get credit for them.”  (Fred)  “Employees do the work, CEO’s get the credit and hopefully stockholders get the money.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 600595-$512,000 to $514,000 and yes pieces are bottoming out and starting to go in the opposite direction.  A to be built Pilot House on Pilings in Bethany Beach DE, has 5 BR, 3.5 BA in 2604 sq. ft. on .21 acres and you can add your personal touches.  Call me at 302 258-6983 to see this development.  www.fredsporch.comJune 11, 2013

Weekend Update: June 14th-16th

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It’s a big weekend in the area, with several area stages opening for the summer entertainment season.  Check out these events for something fun to do this weekend:

Thursday, June 13th: Rehoboth Beach History Tour
Hop on the Jolly Trolley for a local history tour of Rehoboth Beach offered by the Rehoboth Beach Museum.  Cost is $10 and the tour begins at 9am at the Anna Hazzard House (17 Christian Street) in downtown Rehoboth.  Call 302-227-7310 to reserve a seat.

All Weekend (Friday-Sunday): Family Boat-Building Weekend
Head down to the Lewes Canal this Father’s Day Weekend for the fourth annual family boat-building weekend.  Sponsored by the Lewes Historical Society, there are events all weekend.  For more information, call 302-645-7670.

All Weekend (Friday-Sunday): Opening weekend at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand
The season officially opens at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand  this weekend with the Friday night performance of local modern rock band, Love Seed Mama Jump.  Saturday’s performance is by buzzy new country group The Stickers.  Sunday wraps up opening weekend with the classic soul music of Jimi Smooth & Hittime.  All shows are free and begin at 8pm.

Friday, June 14th: Flag Day on Front Street
Head down to Front Street in Lewes to celebrate our nation’s red, white & blue!

Friday, June 14th:  Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra
Enjoy opening night at the Freeman Stage at Bayside with the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra conducted by Maestro Julien Benichou.  In addition to classic symphony pieces the Orchestra will also perform pop favorites and some other surprises as well.  Tickets are $10 per person and kids 18 & under are free.  Bring your own chair.

Saturday, June 15th: Lewes Garden Tour
The 23rd annual Lewes Garden Tour is a self-guided tour of seven private gardens and one public one.  The tour runs from 10am-4pm and tickets are $20 in advance or $25 the day of.  Tickets can be purchased at the Lewes Chamber of Commerce.  The tour also includes vendors, food and beverages, and a free shuttle service for ticket holders.  For more information call the Chamber at 877-465-3937.

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.

June 10, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Napoleon Bonaparte:  “Throw off your worries when you throw off your clothes at night.”  (Fred)  “You know your worries will be waiting for you in the morning.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 600889-$425,000 to $420,000.  Here is a Millsboro DE Colonial with 4 BR, 3.5 BA in 3190 sq. ft. on .51 acre that has a granite kitchen, a library, a gas fireplace, and an in ground pool.  Call me at 302 258-6983 to see this home.  wwwfredsporch.comJune 10, 2013

Spotlight on Adriatico Ristorante

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Adriatico Ristorante (First St. & Baltimore Ave.) in Rehoboth Beach has been a Rehoboth Beach staple for over thirty-five years.  Specializing in Italian and seafood dishes, they serve up delicious dishes and a great selection of Italian and American wines as well.  Adriatico is also participating in Restaurant Week 2013 by serving a three course dinner featuring grilled salmon, seafood lasagna, prime rib or chicken italiano for $35 including a glass of house wine or a non-alcoholic beverage.  But don’t forget, restaurant week ends tonight!

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.

June 7, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Nicholas Malebranche:  “Just as our eyes need light in order to see, our minds need ideas in order to conceive.”  (Fred)  “Our brains need to be stimulated to work properly.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 604042-$329,900 to $324,900.  Here is a Rehoboth Beach De townhome that has 3 BR, 2.5 BA, new appliances, and the community has tennis courts and a pool.  Call me to see this home at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.com

Congratulations to the Laurel High School Girls Softball Team.  For the first time in 24 years they won the State of Delaware Championship on Saturday June 1, 2013.  To put icing on the cake sophomore Regan Green pitched a Perfect Game in the 3-0 victory over Polytech.June 7, 2013June 5, 2013-1

Three Restaurants to Try During Restaurant Week

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If you haven’t taken advantage of restaurant week in Rehoboth this week, what are you waiting for?  Here are five must-try restaurants that are participating:

1.  a(MUSE).  Enjoy “progressive mid-Atlantic cuisine” a(MUSE) focuses on small, inspired plates of food and drink made with locally sourced ingredients.  The restaurant week menu features a $45 prix-fixe option.

2.  Blue Moon.  This award winning restaurant is housed in a beautiful, restored Victorian beach house and serves great food alongside unique entertainment.  The $45 three course prix-fixe menu features Miso Glazed Scottish Salmon, Crispy Barnyard Chicken, and a Stout-Brined Berkshire Pork Chop as the entrée choices.

3.  Salt Air.  Featuring locally inspired dishes with fresh, local and sustainable ingredients with an emphasis on organic choices, this restaurant is a popular local choice.  The three course $35 prix-fixe restaurant week menu features several entrée choices including seafood, chicken, and steak choices.

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.

Weekend Update: June 7th-9th

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If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out these local events:

Saturday, June 8th: Secret Lives of Horseshoe Crabs
Explore the beach and find out what goes on inside the horseshoe crab.  This program is run by Cape Henlopen State Park and is for ages 5 & older.  Cost is $3 per person and limit is $20 people.  Call 302-645-6852 to register.

Saturday, June 8th: Inland Bays Clean Up
Do some good for the environment by volunteering to help clean up at Massey’s Landing.  Boats with captains (gift cards for gas are available) and volunteers are needed.  Call 302-226-8105 for more info.

Saturday, June 8th: 3rd Annual Disc Golf Learn & Play
Join disc golf professionals at Cape Henlopen State Park from 8am-12pm to learn how to play disc golf!  Cost is $10 per person.

Sunday, June 9th:  Adelante in Concert
Relax in Olly’s garden at All Saint’s Episcopal Church (18 Olive Ave) in Rehoboth Beach and enjoy the smooth jazz trio of Adelante.  No charge, bring a lawn chair or blanket.  The concert runs from 2pm-3pm.

Sunday, June 9th: Fish ‘n’ Kids
Head down to Lewes Canalfront Park from 10am-12pm for the 3rd annual Fish ‘n’ Kids event hosted by Quest Fitness and Kayak.  The day will be filled with events for kids from ages 3-12.  Favorite events include building and using your own fishing rod and embossing a fish t-shirt.  The first 50 kids get a free t-shirt, or you are welcome to bring your own.  Water and fishing related games will be plentiful and a surf-fishing/net-casting demonstration will be provided.  This event is free for everyone.  For more information call 302-644-7020.

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.

June 5, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Julius Caesar:  “As a rule, men worry more about what they can’t see than about what they can.”  (Fred)  “Trying to plan for every eventually usually causes inaction and that is not how things get done.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 603020-From $223,250 to $212,000.  A lovely Contemporary in Delmar DE which has 4 BR, 2.5 BA, in 2268 sq. ft. on .34 acre and has a gas fireplace, irrigation system, a security system, a rear deck and hardwood and ceramic tile floors.  Please call me to see this gem at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJune 5, 2013

June 4, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Josh Billings:  “There are lots of people who mistake their imagination for their memory.”  (Fred)  “Is this a revisionist memory or an unconscious attempt to have a better memory?”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 604057-from $229,900 to $215,000.  A good size Rancher in Laurel DE with 3 BR, 2 BA in 1650 sq. ft. on .96 acre has a permanent staircase to a huge floored attic, a sun porch and abundant landscaping.  Call me at 302 258-6983 to see this home.  www.fredsporch.com  June 4, 2013

Enjoy Restaurant Week

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It’s restaurant week in Rehoboth Beach this week, which means many of Rehoboth’s favorite restaurants are serving prix fixe dinner specials and some are offering lunch specials as well.  Here are a few restaurants I’ve spotlighted before that you may want to check out this week:

Café Azafran (18 Baltimore Ave) is serving dinner from 5pm, featuring a 3 course menu for $35 with entrée selections including Grilled Ribeye Steak, Bacon Wrapped Pork Chop, Azafran Crab Cake or a Seafood & Pasta Sauce.

Dogfish Head Brewery (320 Rehoboth Ave) is offering a $25 three course prix fixe menu including entrée choices such as Pork Confit, Woodgrilled Rainbow Trout, Woodgrilled Brined Chicken, and more.

Eden Restaurant (23 Baltimore Ave) is offering a $45 three course prix fixe dinner menu which includes entrée choices such as Grilled Brazilian Strip Steak, Roasted Pork Tenderloin, Cioppino, and Wood Oven Roasted Rainbow Trout.

Jam Bistro (21 Baltimore Ave) is offering a $35 three course prix fixe dinner menu including entrée choices such as Pork Flat Iron, Herb Marinated Sirloin, and Stuffed Flounder.

Mariachi Restaurant (14 Wilmington Ave) is offering a two course lunch menu for $15 and a two course dinner menu for $30 with choices such as Salmon Salad, Pechuga Empanadas, Seafood Fajita, Salmon Relleno and more.

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?  Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.

June 3, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Julia Ward Howe:  “The strokes of a pen need deliberation as much as the sword needs swiftness.”  (Fred)  “Loose lips sink ships and a sloppy pen cause innumerable problems and many unintended consequences.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 603764-from $179,900 to $169,900.  A lovely Rancher with 3 BR, 2 BA, in 1327 sq. ft., on .56 acre in Seaford, DE boasts Geothermal Heat and Ranni HW, an open floor plan and a screened porch.  Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJune 3, 2013

Spotlight on Restaurant Week in Rehoboth Beach

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Restaurant Week 2013 begins tomorrow, June 2nd and runs all week long, ending on Saturday, 6/8.  During Restaurant Week thirty of Rehoboth’s best restaurants serve prix-fixe dinner specials and several offer lunch specials as well.  The restaurants participating this year include a(MUSE.), Back Pork Café, Blue Moon, Café Azafran, Eden Restaurant, Espuma, Iguana Grill, Jam Bistro, Salt Air, Stoney Lonen, Summer House, Victoria’s, and more.  For more information, check out this link or call 302-227-2772.

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County?   Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.