National Frozen Custard Day is celebrated each year on August 8, and in commemoration of this special day we wanted to share some history on this delicious frozen treat. In 1917, Archie Kohr purchased a gasoline-powered ice cream machine to…
National Lighthouse Day is celebrated each year on August 7, as it was on this day in 1789 that Congress approved an Act for the establishment and support of lighthouses. In celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the signing of…
National Night Out is an annual event that takes place across the country on the first Tuesday in August. This year, festivities are planned for tomorrow night, Tuesday, August 6. The purpose of the event is to enhance the relationship…
Has Mother Nature rained on your beach vacation? Not to worry, there are plenty of fun things to do at the shore when it rains. Here are some of our top favorites: 1. (Ad)Venture indoors. For a break from the…
There are so many ways to connect with nature when you’re down the shore. From beach walks to meeting live animals at the Wetlands Institute, there is something going on every day of the week. If you want to get…
Ahhh…vacation! You’ve just checked into your rental for the week and are just about to head to the beach when you remember your sister-in-law’s birthday is on Monday and she’s coming to visit. In all the chaos of packing and…
If you’re looking to listen to live music by the sea, there are free concerts nearly every night of the week. Check out our daily listing of the many genres of music you can enjoy this summer, from Ocean City…
Pinterest is filled with amazing Beach Hack ideas, from keeping sand away from your items with a fitted sheet, to freezing aloe cubes to cure sunburn. But here are some other simple solutions for pesky beach issues to help make…
Summer 2019 is now in full swing – time to get your beach swag in gear! Here are our top recommendations for beach must-haves for this season. (Please note: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases). 1. Ala…