Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Author: ann

  • Fourth of July

    fourthofjuly

    The island is especially crazy this morning- with the actual holiday falling on a change over Saturday. 

    Fireworks tonight in Avalon (30th Street) and Stone Harbor (80th Street).  

    Tomorrow in Avalon- the Islandman Triathlon will take over First Avenue and Avalon Avenue between 7 and 9 am – plan your Sunday morning routine accordingly.  Volunteers will be on each street end to block all pedestrian and car traffic during the bike portion of the race.

    For more information:  www.lin-mark.com  or http://timkerrcharities.org/home/

  • Busy, busy…

    afterrain Family still in town, and the schedule is busy!

    The ocean temperature is very warm for this time of year…even “Nan” is willing to go in!

     

     

    boardwalk

     Last night, we made the annual visit to the Wildwood boardwalk.  Once a year is enough for me… it’s a relief to cross back over the bridge to our more low key island  🙂

    The boardwalk was packed- a good sign for tourism at the Jersey Shore.

  • Just Because…

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     A sunny beach day- an abstract concept for most of June!

    The ocean is warmish.  I prefer it warmer-ish, but the kids seem happy.

    Enjoy the weekend.

     

    boggieboard

     

    Had to add this picture  🙂

  • Islandman Triathlon- 7/5

    Tim and Midge Kerr are once again hosting the Avalon Islandman Triathlon on Sunday, July 5th.  This is a sanctioned, closed course event and volunteers are needed to prevent vehicles and/or pedestrians from passing through First Avenue and Avalon Avenue during the bike race. 

    The riders make 3 passes on First Avenue and Avalon Avenue- and coverage is needed on all blocks from 28th Street north to 8th Street.  The kid’s race starts at 9:30am- with the bike portion on Avalon Avenue only.
    This will be a commitment of 2.5 hours- starting at 7:15am.    T-shirts for the volunteers will be available in advance of the race.  Additional instructions will also be provided .
    The triathlon is an exciting event for the community- with proceeds donated to local charities/organizations.  For more information about the race: 
     
    If you are able to help, please let me know your street preference and T-shirt size.
    Thanks…see you at the race!

    ann@anndelaney.com

     

  • Shore Wedding

    weddingYou know it’s a big deal when your event is posted on Conover’s sign on Stone Harbor Blvd  🙂

     

     

     

      Beautiful day…touching ceremony…fun reception…and the groom’s parents are exhausted!

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  • Road Trip: Stone Harbor to LBI

    There’s a special seashore wedding this week- ceremony in Beach Haven (you know…North Jersey :) and reception at the Stone Harbor Golf Club.   The wedding bus (aka “the party bus” per the brother in law in charge of refreshments) will drive family and friends back and forth.

    Hoping for sunshine and minimum traffic along the Parkway!

  • That’s better…

    rainbowA rainbow behind the clouds at sunrise – this was my view as I ate breakfast on the deck…

     

     

     

     

    sun

    And this was my view as I walked along the beach.   It’s overcast now, but much better than rain!

  • Weather or Not

    People on vacation are determined to make the best of it…even though it’s been raining since, what March?

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    Yesterday looked hopeful, then heavy rain moved  in.  A break later in the day, then a torrential downpour.  A beautiful double rainbow and deep puddles to entertain the kids rounded out the day!

    Stay positive…tomorrow’s weather forecast calls for some SUN  🙂

  • Could that be the sun?

    Quick- run to the beach…the sun is out!

    Yes, it’s windy, but the sand is soaking wet, so it won’t blow around 🙂

    We need this weather to improve SOON-  there’s an important wedding next week  :-)  and family members are in town to celebrate.

  • Rain, Rain, Go Away…

    trafficWe need to get these people out of their cars and on to the beach!

    What a week- so challenging for families on vacation with young children.

    It has to get better eventually…right? 

    Our son and his family arrive tomorrow night and expect to be on the beach 1st thing Saturday morning!