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New Rehoboth restaurant launches ‘Let’s Make History’ campaign

Pines owners seek old photos of beach town for display

Published

8 years ago

August 21, 2018

Dane Wilfong, gay news, Washington Blade

‘We have a very thoughtful and unique vision for The Pines’ said Dane Wilfong, its executive chef. (Photo courtesy The Pines)

The Pines, a soon-to-open new restaurant in Rehoboth Beach, has launched its “Let’s Make History” campaign, which calls on the community to submit photos of their favorite memories of Rehoboth.

These photos can range from landscapes, old family beach houses, images of downtown, family photos or anything historic. The Pines is looking for 200+ photos for the campaign.

The Pines is slated to open in the fall in about six to eight weeks. Taking over the space that used to be home to Hobos on Baltimore Avenue, the renovation of the restaurant has been a big undertaking but is moving along quickly now. With the renovation moving into the interior, The Pines decided to launch the “Let’s Make History” campaign and plans to use the photos submitted by the community to display in the restaurant. The name of the restaurant as well as the concept for it were inspired by the history and hospitality of old Rehoboth. With this campaign, The Pines is looking to remind visitors of what Rehoboth was like.

Tyler Townsend and Bob Suppies, the owners of the restaurant, said they wanted to pay homage to Rehoboth Beach as it’s a place where so many visitors have created lasting memories.

Townsend told the Blade back in June that the biggest challenge he sees to finding success with The Pines is just carrying out his vision. Townsend is confident that the restaurant will be successful, expressing that his dream for the restaurant is to create the best place for diners to have a good time and make happy memories. For its cuisine, The Pines is looking to create a modern style by mixing classic Rehoboth dishes with a twist from executive chef Dane Wilfong.

“We have a very thoughtful and unique vision for The Pines. The town of Rehoboth is currently filled with great food and lots of love, but I feel we can set ourselves apart with an upscale city approach to our tavern concept, while still being able to realize what makes Rehoboth so great to so many,” Wilfong told the Blade in June. “We hope to utilize our local resources from farms, orchards, growers and captains for our entirely from scratch fresh take on tavern cuisine.”

Suppies and Townsend are planning to use some of their own personal photos but are keeping them as a surprise for their guests at the restaurant. They expressed that they are planning to be involved in the community to support Rehoboth Beach in many campaigns similar to “Let’s Make History,” however, they are keeping future announcements similar to this one under wraps.

“The response has been amazing. We have received dozens, and it has been really moving to see all the memories and to read the stories behind them,” Townsend said of the photos they have received so far. “Rehoboth Beach has created lifelong memories and still continues to do so. We are very excited about this campaign and look forward to sharing as many photos as we can get.”

Photos can be submitted by email to [email protected]. The Pines requests that submissions include name, contact info, a short description and year if possible.

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Blade welcomes fall intern

Alexis McLean is student at University of North Florida

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2 days ago

September 2, 2026

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Alexis McLean (Washington Blade photo by Michael K. Lavers)

The Washington Blade this week welcomed Alexis McLean as its fall intern.

Alexis is studying political science at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, Fla. She is interning with the Blade as part of a continued partnership with the Washington Center.

“I am looking forward to spending my time in the fall with the Washington Blade, as this is a new experience for me,” said Alexis. “I have not experienced any journalist jobs in the past so this would be my first time, and I am excited to better my writing and communications skills with this internship.”

Alexis’s internship with the Blade ends in early December.

Rehoboth Beach

SUNFESTIVAL takes center stage as Rehoboth Beach closes out summer

Labor Day Weekend bustling with events, including David Archuleta performance

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2 days ago

September 1, 2026

Thomas Weaverling

David Archuleta headlines this year’s SUNFESTIVAL on Saturday in Rehoboth Beach. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Labor Day Weekend marks the unofficial end of summer in Rehoboth Beach, but there will be no shortage of LGBTQ events, with CAMP Rehoboth’s annual SUNFESTIVAL taking over town this weekend.

Thursday (9/3)

Get your Labor Day Weekend started early Thursday night with happy hour from 5-7 p.m. at Diego’s Bar & Nightclub, followed by Naughtee Bingo hosted by Magnolia Applebottom at 8:30 p.m.

After bingo, the party continues with Dancing at Diego’s from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Aqua Bar & Grill will also kick off its Labor Day Weekend festivities Thursday with a DJ spinning from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Friday (9/4)

The weekend ramps up Friday night at Aqua, where DJ Matt Bailer will keep the dance floor moving from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Over at Diego’s, DJ Steve Sidewalk will then take over Diego’s for Freedom Friday from 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

Saturday (9/5)

The main event of the weekend arrives Saturday with the opening night of CAMP Rehoboth’s SUNFESTIVAL.

Billed as the ultimate party to close out the summer, SUNFESTIVAL has become one of Rehoboth’s signature Labor Day Weekend events. The annual celebration sells out each year, with proceeds benefiting CAMP Rehoboth.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with refreshments available at the cash bar while attendees are invited to socialize and find their seats.

Saturday night will feature local singer Ashley Williams as the opening performer, followed by headliner David Archuleta. The event will also feature a live auction.

Back across town Saturday, Aqua will continue its Labor Day Weekend DJ lineup from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Diego’s will also have plenty happening, with ‘Splash Party’ hosted by Magnolia Applebottom at 5 p.m., followed by a Saturday Dance Party with Brett Oosterhaus from 9 p.m.- 1:30 a.m.

The Blue Moon hosts its popular Legends Show at 9 p.m. It’s an all-live singing show by the Blue Moon cast of celebrity impersonators.

Etienne Pilon has taken Rehoboth by storm this summer. Check out the talented singer/pianist at The Pines from 7-10 p.m.

Sunday (9/6)

Sunday’s SUNFESTIVAL event will shift the focus to the dance floor, with globally renowned DJs Robbie Leslie and James Anthony scheduled to perform. Doors open at 7 p.m., with dancing continuing until 1 a.m.

On Sunday, Aqua will throw its annual White Party, with DJs spinning from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Guests are encouraged to dress in white for the holiday weekend celebration.

Diego’s will host its Sunday High T-Dance with Pamala Stanley at 5 p.m. Later that evening, DJ Tannr will be spinning at 9 p.m.

John Flynn is on the piano from 6-8 p.m. at the Blue Moon.

Monday (9/7)

The final day of Labor Day Weekend brings one last chance to hit the dance floor before summer officially winds down.

Aqua will close out its five-day Labor Day Weekend celebration with DJ Biff from 3-7 p.m.

Maryland

Anne Arundel schools now need parent permission to call trans students by preferred names

Conservative groups challenged system’s policy

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2 days ago

September 1, 2026

Baltimore Banner

Anne Arundel County Public Schools has issued new internal guidance for students who ask to be addressed by gender-affirming names and pronouns. (Photo by Eric Thompson for the Baltimore Banner)

By JESSICA CALEFATI | Anne Arundel County Public Schools staff cannot use transgender students’ preferred names if their parents oppose it, according to an internal document reviewed by the Banner, a change that comes after conservative groups challenged the school system’s approach to gender identity.

Teachers union president Kristina Korona told members in an Aug. 20 email that the new guidance undermines district policy on acceptance and inclusivity and “will begin harming affected students immediately.”

Previously, the district didn’t require parental permission to use a high school student’s chosen name and pronouns corresponding to their gender identity, the internal document says. Now it does. The change comes as parents challenge the suburban school system’s gender identity policy and regulation in court and the Trump-Vance administration threatens the district’s funding.

The rest of this article can be found on the Baltimore Banner’s website.