The warm weather is finally here, inspiring many of us to make plans to get out and enjoy our favorite fresh air activities. With perfect timing, the Cape Gazette’s guide to Spring and Summer Festivals lists well over 100 fun things to do on your own or with family and friends [...]
Many new and existing neighborhoods throughout Delaware are adjacent or close to the state’s hundreds of miles of biking trails. Some, like the trail that runs through Cape Henlopen State Park [...]
One of the best aspects of life in Delaware is our climate. While our summers are getting hotter, most days are still pleasant enough for outdoor activities, especially if you can get to one of our magnificent beaches or airy state parks. And although I still yearn for more snow for more festive holiday seasons, I’m grateful that most [...]
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Longtime Cape Gazette reporter Ron MacArthur developed a list of fascinating facts all about life all across our state https://www.capegazette.com/article/all-about-delaware-and-survey-says/271418. Here are some points, both good and bad, that I think are especially unique:
A few weeks ago I started a series of blog posts predicated on the idea that a lot of people feel as if they’re stuck inside because of cold weather doldrums this time of year. I thought it would be a lot of work to go searching for things to do during these “quiet” months.
February can be kind of a drag for folks who crave warm sun and lots of activity because towns across the state often go into a sleepy mode, with quieter streets and fewer things to do. That said, there are museums that stay open year-round, and still plenty of restaurants that likewise thrive during the winter months.
While we also have to pay transfer taxes that are typically divided between the buyer and seller, this is a one-time charge. Click here to learn some of the reasons why our taxes are so low, and how that drives our robust economy https://www.choosedelaware.com/press-releases/delaware-has-one-of-lowest-tax-burdens-in-us/.
This week I’m spotlighting a major force in New Castle County – the Newark Senior Center https://newarkseniorcenter.com/. The organization is celebrating its 50th Anniversary, and offers the following services for members who pay $33 a year or $300 for a lifetime membership:
This week I’m focusing on a wonderful resource for people living in Kent County. It’s the Modern Maturity Center in Dover, and offers a wide range of services, including:
This week I’m spotlighting another great resource for folks who live near Greenwood, Georgetown, Milton, Lewes, Long Neck, Frankford, Roxana and Millsboro. Like Village Volunteers, the CHEER organization fosters independence for those who are age 50 and older by providing a range of services, including: