Sussex County Real Estate Matters – Affecting Seaford, Georgetown, Lauel, Milton, Delmar, Bridgevil
Today’s food for thought is from Calvin Coolidge: “Collecting more taxes than is absolutely necessary is legalized robbery.â€Â (Fred) “Today, spending more than you collect is legally robbing your grandchildren.â€
Fred’s pick if the day is MLS #596113-From$359,000 to $349,000. A cabin in Rehoboth Beach DE with 1 BR, 1 BA on a 49’x92’ lot is available. The home has a fenced rear yard. Call 983 to see this home @ 302 258-6986. www.fredsporch.com
Rehoboth Ale House (15 Wilmington Ave.) in Rehoboth Beach is a great, low-key bar with friendly service, decent food, and over a hundred beers available. If you’re looking for a sports bar with a welcoming atmosphere, look no further. Ale House also features barside games and trivia and live entertainment on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. A full and reasonably priced menu is served every day beginning at 11am and each day of the week features a different special.  Try the Rehoboth Ale House for decent food and good service in a laid-back atmosphere.
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.
If you’re looking for something fun or different to do this weekend, check out these local options:
Saturday, October 19th: Delmarva’s Best Ghost Stories
With Halloween just around the corner, head to Wilmington University (41 Rehoboth Ave) in Rehoboth Beach to beef up your repertoire. This workshop includes ghost stories from Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Stories include Bigg Lizz, Patty Cannon, the haunted governor’s mansion, Fort Delaware, phantoms at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry and more. Cost is $25 and you must be preregistered to attend. The workshop runs from 11am-noon. Call 302-227-6295 to register.
Saturday, October 19th: Herbal Soap Making from Scratch
You can learn the secrets of handcrafted soap in this introductory course. The class includes hands on demonstrations and instruction about ingredients, safety, and more. Attendees will take home their own freshly made soap to cure and cut at home. This class will take place at “The Soap Fairy†in Milford Delaware and is sponsored by the Rehoboth Beach campus of Wilmington University. Cost is $50 per person and includes all materials. The class runs from 1pm-3pm and you must pre-register. Call 302-227-6295 to register, and be sure to wear clothes that can get dirty.
Saturday, October 19th: Wine, Cheese, and Beer Tasting
The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park will host their 8th annual Wine, Cheese & Beer Tasting at the Officer’s Club in Cape Henlopen from 4pm-6pm. Admission is $20 in advance or $24 at the door. You can purchase tickets (which also cover your entrance to the park) at the park office or the Lewes Chamber of Commerce.
Saturday, October 19th: Haunted Southern Delaware Tour
Another great way to prepare for Halloween, the Sussex Heritage Tour Series will explore the topic of “Haunted Southern Delaware†this weekend. The tour runs from 4pm-10:30pm and begin and end at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminal in Lewes. Stops on this tour include the Cannonball House in Lewes, haunted hotels, Unknown Sailors Graveyard and more. Tickets are $40 and must be purchased in advance. Dinner is included in the price. You can claim one of the limited spaces by calling the Lewes Historical Society at 302-645-7670 ext. 10.
Saturday, October 19th: Orion String Quartet
If classical music is more your style, Coastal Concerts presents the Orion String Quartet at 7pm on Saturday night. The concert takes place at Bethel United Methodist Church (Fourth & Market Streets) in Lewes. Tickets are $30 to see one of America’s top chamber ensembles perform.
Sunday, October 20th: Birding Field Trip
Birding guides will lead a Birding Field Trip from 8am-noon at the Prime Hook National Wild Life Refuge. Come prepared for any weather and learn about the bird species that frequent the refuge in fall. Bring your binoculars, field guide and a spotting scope if you have one. Materials will be available to borrow if you don’t have your own. Trips are free and open to everyone. Call 302-684-8419 if you have any questions.
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.
The 24th annual Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival will take place next weekend, October 17th-20th on five stages throughout Lewes and Rehoboth Beach. This years venues include The Performing Arts Theater at Cape Henlopen High School, the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, the Epworth Church, and the Delaware Distilling Company. Many local restaurants and bars will also offer live entertainment in conjunction with the festival. There are over twenty featured artists including Marion Meadows, Matt Marshak, Four80 East, Steve Cole and many more. Ticket prices vary, but $1 from every ticket purchase will be donated to support the Breast and Prostate Cancer health initiative at Beebe Medical Center. For more information, including ticket information, a full list of artists, or a full schedule of events, check out www.rehobothjazz.com.
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.
Nicola Pizza (8 N First St) in Rehoboth has been serving up their famous Nic-O-Boli and delicious pizza in Rehoboth since 1971. The family owned operation still serves up a natural homemade product that is well loved by both locals and tourists who have made it a tradition. Nicola Pizza also gives back to the community in the form of fundraisers and will ship their famous homemade spaghetti sauce and Nic-O-Boli by the case anywhere in the US. Even if you’re a local with another favorite pizza joint, you really should make it a point to try Nicola at least once and see what all the fuss is about!
Thinking of buying or selling home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
Mixx (26 Baltimore Ave) in Rehoboth Beach has received a lot of attention from the time it joined the local restaurant scene several years ago. Mixx serves up what they refer to as “American Fusion†cuisine and an extensive wine and martini menu as well. With nightly specials including $8 burgers and half-priced martinis on Wednesdays and buy one get one free large entrees on Thursdays, the adventurous menu and good service make Mixx a good restaurant to add to your Rehoboth Beach rotation.
Thinking of buying or selling home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
Fins Fish House and Raw bar (243 Rehoboth Ave) in Rehoboth Beach is one of the top rated restaurants in Rehoboth. Serving an impressive variety of fresh oysters, daily fish options, and seafood entrees, you really can’t go wrong no matter what you order. Fins prides themselves on pairing delicious, fresh food with craft brews and select wines. With a friendly atmosphere, good service and great food, Fins has definitely earned its top spot among Rehoboth Beach eateries.
Thinking of buying or selling home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out one of these local events:
Thursday, September 19th: Local History Tour
Hop on the Jolly Trolley in Rehoboth Beach for a local history tour. The tour begins at the Anna Hazzard House at 17 Christian Street in downtown Rehoboth. Tickets are $10 per person, and you must call ahead to reserve a spot. Contact 302-227-7310 if you want to reserve your spot.
Friday, September 20th: “Fun Friday†Oktoberfest
This event will take place from 4-6:30pm on Market Street between Front and Second in Lewes. There will be Bavarian-style dancers, a German Oompah band, local restaurants will feature German cuisine, and more.
Saturday, September 21st: Millsboro Country Festival Car Show
The Millsboro County Festival Car, Truck, and Bike Show will take place from 8am-3:30pm on Monroe Street in Millsboro. Judging is at noon with awards at 2pm. If you’d like to register a vehicle, it’s $15 and you can register the day of.
Saturday, September 21st: Millsboro Country Festival
This festival will take place all day on Main Street in Millsboro. The car, truck & tractor parade will begin at 10am. The day will also include rides, music, games, crafts, children’s activities, bed races, and more. For more information call the Millsboro Chamber of Commerce at 302-934-6777.
Sunday, September 22nd:Â Farmer & Foodie Festival
This fourth annual festival will take place at The Circle and the Brick Hotel Property in Georgetown from noon-4pm. Admission is free for all and the day includes children’s activities, hay rides, a pig roast, live entertainment, 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.
Espuma (28 Wilmington Ave) in Rehoboth Beach serves delicious Mediterranean fare made with fresh, local, seasonal ingredients. The cocktails at Espuma are legendary, the food is amazing, the atmosphere is warm, intimate and lovely, and the service is great. A meal at Espuma is an all around memorable experience. Espuma opens daily for dinner at 5pm. If you have a special occasion to celebrate or are just looking for a fine meal, definitely go to Espuma!
Thinking of buying or selling home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out one of these local events:
Friday, September 6th: History Happy Hour
This week’s history happy hour will feature Jim Bertholet presenting “The Life and Work of a Surfman in the US Life Saving Service 1870s-1915.â€Â This talk will take place at the Lewes Life Saving Station at the canal and Front Street. All talks begin at 4pm.
Saturday, September 7th: 8th Annual Chocolate Tasting in the Park
The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park sponsor this annual event at the Biden Center in Cape Henlopen State Park. The event featuring all homemade chocolate runs from 1pm-4pm. Admission is $5 and gets you 6 tastings. For more information call 302-858-6127.
Saturday, September 7th; Chicken Plunge & Beach Party
The chicken plunge and beach party is a fun, family event. It runs from 11am-2pm and cost is $10 per adult and $5 per child. The beach party is held on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk at Grenoble Place.
Saturday, September 7th: 13 Annual Riverwalk Freedom Festival
Head to downtown Milford for the 13th Annual Riverwalk Festival on Saturday for all day events including a burger eating contest, downtown scavenger hunt, cornhole tournament, children’s activities, and more. For more information, check out this link.
Saturday, September 7th: 35th Annual Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival
The town of Bethany Beach will hold their annual arts festival downtown from 10am-5pm on Saturday. The event includes over 100 fine artists featuring paintings, wood work, metal work, pottery, baskets, jewelry and more. This year will also include sections for farmers market goods, wine tasting and a children’s corner.
Saturday, September 7th-Sunday, September 8th: Nanticoke Indian Powwow
The 36th annual Nanticoke Indian Powow will include American Indian drummers and singers, Native American foods, Authentic Indian Arts and Crafts and more. Over 40 tribes from across the USA will be present. This event runs from 10am Saturday through 5pm on Sunday. Cost is $10 per vehicle for parking and entry. For more information call 302-945-7022. Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair!
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.
Today’s food for thought is from Epictetus: “All religions must be tolerated…for everyman must get to heaven in his own way.â€Â (Fred) “Which road we take must be left to us.â€
Fred’s pick of the day is MLS #604025-From $5,250,000 to $4,750,000. The “Mon Plaisir†is available for the first time in 63 Years. This 1928 Colonial has 8 BR, 4.5 BA in 5000 sq. ft. on .34 acres. This home has been carefully updated to retain the original character. Call me to see this End of Season Special at 302 258-6983. www.fredsporch.com
The Back Porch Café (59 Rehoboth Ave.) is a Rehoboth Beach classic set in a beautiful Victorian house. With both indoor and outdoor dining options, it is the perfect time of year to enjoy a meal here. The restaurant is open seasonally and currently celebrating its 39th season. Currently serving lunch daily from 11am-3pm, dinner daily from 6pm-10pm and brunch from 11am-3pm on Sundays only, they will only be open on weekend in October before closing up shop and reopening in May. In addition to the full menu, they also offer a prix-fixe dinner on Thursdays and wine tasking on Mondays as well. If you’ve never tried this local favorite, as the season dies down it is the perfect time!
Thinking of buying or selling home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
The Purple Parrot Grill (134 Rehoboth Ave) in Rehoboth Beach serves Caribbean classics in a relaxed, back porch setting. Open for the season for lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Purple Parrot also offers Karaoke every Friday and Saturday night from 9pm til close and a popular Drag Show every Sunday night at 10pm. Happy hour is from 3pm-6pm Monday through Friday and features half off appetizers and special drink prices at the bar, and different specials are offered daily including a New England lobster bake on Thursdays and Snow Crab Legs and Steamed Shrimp on Tuesdays. Purple Parrot also serves brunch from 9am-1pm on Sundays. If you enjoy a colorful and relaxed atmosphere that reminds you of being in the Caribbean definitely stop by Purple Parrot.
Thinking of buying or selling home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
The Cultured Pearl (301 Rehoboth Ave) in Rehoboth serves up the best of both Japanese and American classics for dinner starting at 3:30pm 7 days a week throughout the year. The sushi has been voted part of the traditional “Delaware’s Best†list, the rooftop bar is amazing, and the menu is full of wonderful fine dining choices. If you’re looking for a place to dine with your family, the family dining room allows children to be themselves while parents enjoy a fine meal at the beach. They also have a separate room great for private events, a stage where they showcase great local entertainment, and more. If you love sushi, other Japanese food, or just a lovely restaurant environment the Cultured Pearl is definitely a worthwhile stop.
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.
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out these local events:
Saturday, August 24th: Bargains on the Broadkill
The annual summer festival in Milton features 40+ vendors including arts, crafts, jewelry, good, entertainment and more. The Great Duck Race will award 25 cash prizes, including the top prize of $500. The annual Broadkill 10 Mile Canoe and Kayak Race will take place on the same day. Events begin at 9am and take place in Milton Memorial Park at Chandler Street in Milton.
Saturday, August 24th: Dusquesne University Tamburitzans
The longest-running multicultural song and dance company in the US is performing at the Freeman Stage at Bayside (31750 Lake View Drive) in Selbyville on Saturday night beginning at 7pm. This two hour journey of color, sound and movement captures the culture and spirit of Eastern Europe and surrounding cultures through music, song, and dance. The performance begins at 7pm and is free for all, just bring a lawn chair or blanket!
All Weekend: Free Concerts at the Rehoboth Beach Banstand
The Sons of Pirates will perform their long running “yacht rock†set – where they say “every show is like a party at the beach†on Saturday and the Moonshine Society will perform their popular blues show on Sunday. 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.
Cloud 9 (234 Rehoboth Ave) in Rehoboth Beach is contemporary bistro dining on the beach at its best. Focusing on fresh, local ingredients, Cloud 9 serves a wide variety of delicious dishes in a pleasant atmosphere. In addition to delicious food and drink, the service is also excellent. Cloud 9 is definitely one restaurant in Rehoboth Beach worth checking out.
Thinking about 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.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these local events:
Thursday, August 15th:Â Local History Tours on the Jolly Trolley
The Rehoboth Beach Museum and the Jolly Trolley offer local history tours of downtown Rehoboth. The cost is $10 and tours start at 9am at the Anna Hazzard House at 17 Christian Street in Rehoboth Beach. You must reserve a spot in advance, which can be done by calling 302-227-7310.
Friday, August 16th: Cherish the Ladies
This all-women traditional Irish band combines classic Irish song features with spectacular step dancing and traditions of Irish culture. They will perform their entertaining and humorous show at the Freeman Stage at Bayside at 7pm. Tickets are $15 per person. Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair!
Saturday, August 17th: 40th Annual Outdoor Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
This annual festival continues this weekend with more than 100 artists and artisans exhibiting work in Rehoboth. Refreshments, music, entertainment, and children’s activities will be provided. The show runs from 10am-4pm at the Rehoboth Art League Campus (12 Dodds Lane) in Rehoboth Beach.
All Weekend: Free Concerts at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand
The US Army Field Band & Soldiers’ Chorus will kick things off on Friday, August 16th. Another Level will perform their soul/Motown/R&B set on Saturday, August 17th and Jamie McLean will perform his New Country set on Sunday, August 18th. All concerts are free and begin at 8pm.
Thinking about 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.
 
Conch Island Key West Bar & Grill (207 Rehoboth Ave) in Rehoboth serves a Key West inspired menu in a lively atmosphere worth checking out. With live music daily and happy hour every day from 4-7pm. Aside from happy hour specials the full key west inspired menu includes many delicious options. With fair prices and good selection of both food and drinks, Conch Island is definitely a good option for a great time.
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.
Betty’s Pure and Simple (18585 Coastal Hwy) in Rehoboth Beach serves up home style American cuisine that is a tribute to grandmas, aunts, and Betty’s from all over! This restaurant is only open from 4:30-9pm seasonally, and stays open until 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Both the selection, taste, and service are worth talking about. This is definitely one American restaurant worth checking out during the season.
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.
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out these local events:
Friday, August 9th-Saturday, August 10th:Â Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival
This annual festival runs from 5pm-10pm on Friday night and 8am-8pm on Saturday. The event includes performances, presentations, vendors and more. The event takes place at the Seaford Sports Complex. This year’s festivities will include two new additions: mascot mania where kids will eat free breakfast and play games with Sherman the Shorebird and other area mascots, and the Car & Cycle Show on the grounds of the Governor Ross Mansion.
Saturday, August 10th: 40th Annual Outdoor Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
More than 100 artists and artisans will be exhibiting work at this 40th annual festival in Rehoboth. Refreshments, music, entertainment, and children’s activities will be provided. The show runs from 10am-4pm at the Rehoboth Art League Campus (12 Dodds Lane) in Rehoboth Beach.
Saturday, August 10th: The Sounds of Michael McDonald
Five time grammy winner Michael McDonald will be performing at the Freeman Stage at Bayside (31750 Lake View Drive) in Selbyville. Tickets start at $35 and are assigned seating.
All Weekend: Free Concerts at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand
On Friday night, Robert Eric will perform their Billy Joel tribute set. On Saturday, Oh Boy! will perform a tribute to rockabilly, and Sunday NOMaD (North of Mason Dixon) will perform their new country sound. All concerts are free and begin at 8pm.
Whether you’re buying or selling a home, we can help! Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.