Fruit of the Vine – Wine Tasting Event this Saturday

Hi Everyone,
I wanted to let you know there are still a few more tickets available for the “Taste the Fruit of the Vine” event that is being held this year at one of my good friends’ Tom & Libby Owen’s house at 114 Coleman Avenue in Lewes, Delaware.  The house and gardens are really something to see if you’ve never been there before.  The structure was originally a mill, later converted into apartments and then restored to a magnificent single-family home.

This is a very worthwhile fundraiser, sponsored by St. Peters Episcopal Church.  All funds go directly to the Sussex County Community Outreach Program.  This program assists local families and individuals to overcome obstacles in order for them to become self-sufficient.  The Outreach effort is 100% managed and operated through volunteer efforts – so all proceeds go to those in need. 

 

This is a really fun event so I hope you will be able to attend.

 

 

-Lee Ann

 

Taste the Fruit of the Vine
Saturday, September 20, 2008
3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

wine tastings served with an assortment
of delicious food pairings

open bar

a tour of the historic home and gardens
at The Mill in Lewes, Delaware

Wine selections by Teller Wines and catering by the Buttery.  

PRE-EVENT Friday, September 19, 2008  8:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Patron ticket holders are also invited to a special pre-event on Friday, September 19. The pre-event includes a candlelight reception with desserts along with special tastings of champagnes and desert wines.

To purchase tickets by phone call 302 645-8479
FRIEND LEVEL TICKETS = $100 per person
PATRON LEVEL TICKETS = $125 PER PERSON

 

 

 

32nd Annual Coast Day October 5th, 2008

Join us for Coast Day October 5th from 11 AM to 5pm at the University of Delaware Hugh R Sharp Campus in Lewes, Delaware (700 Pilottown Road).

Coast Day introduces thousands of people each year to the wonders of the sea, the importance of Delaware’s marine and coastal resources, and steps being taken to ensure that those resources remain avilable for future generations to enjoy. Folks will learn about cutting-edge coastal fare and more, and have a great time. Participants with have the opportunity to tour research ships, meet scientists in their labs and learn of current research projects. Hands-on activities include a marine life touch tank. For more event info: call 302-831-8083 or visit www.ocean.udel.edu/coastday

What Shoulder Season?

Summer always goes by too quickly for me. Fortunately, here at the Delaware beaches, fall is really a great time of year too because things slow down (Slightly – but not nearly as much as they used to!). The days are still warm, the evenings are cool, and the sound of jazz fills the air in October. The popular Rehoboth Autumn Jazz Festival will be celebrating their 19th year this October 15th through the 19th and the Sea Witch Festival (October 24-26th) lead us into election season – guaranteed to be a landmark event this year. History will be made with the presidential election no matter which way the ballots fall.

One question I get frequently is: How, if at all, does the election influence our real estate market? Are people waiting to buy or sell until after the election? As far as I can tell, there is very little effect on the real estate market here at the beach. Perhaps we’ll see more beach home purchases after the inauguration when a new administration looks around for weekend retreats in the “Nation’s Summer Capitol”?

Speaking of weekend retreats, we’ve often heard that our market is different because it’s largely one of second homes. There may be some truth to this assessment; however, as those of us who have been here for more than a few years can tell you, year-round residents have greatly increased. Retirees and those seeking a slower pace, a simpler lifestyle, or just a waterfront view are still relocating full-time to Lewes and surrounds. More and more, especially with new businesses, expansion of health care and service industries, our year-round neighbors and neighborhoods increase.

We’ve had a busy summer, despite astronomical fuel costs. September has kicked off with a bang, despite the announcement of the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac bailouts. Everyone on my team is all still constantly showing homes. Granted, our buyers are all still looking for bargain basement prices, and wanting to see more houses before they make a decision…they are, nevertheless, still buying. Life goes on at the shore…

– Lee Ann

Saturday Sept 20th – Red Balloon Hoedown at Baywood Greens

Country Music, Square Dancing and a Buffet Dinner. Enjoy it all at a Fundraiser for Wellness Community of Delaware. The Wellness Community – Delaware provides support, education and hope to people with cancer and their loved ones. For more information, contact Marcia Esposito at 302-645-9150 or mesposito@wellnessdelaware.org.