Pet of the Month: September

Pet of the Month

It’s already September? Wow!

Looks like it’s time to introduce our Pet of the Month! Remember: if you have a beach-loving pet, please share your pictures with us tell us why your furry friend loves Sandbridge and they may be featured in a Pet of the Month post.

It’s our honor to present September’s Pet of the Month…meet Zoë!

Zoë is a 9-year-old border collie/pit bull mix from Ashburn, VA. Zoë’s family has been visiting Sandbridge for over 30 years! Her owners adopted her when she was 2, and she has been a loyal Sandbridge visitor ever since.

Even though she is 9 years old, Zoë is a puppy at heart! Her favorite thing to do in Sandbridge is chase the ghost crabs and sandpipers along crashing waves. Zoë looks forward to coming in to town that first day of vacation and running down to the beach to run in the surf…it makes her so happy. Also, she always looks forward to making new friends on the beach!

This year, Zoë’s family stayed at Mai Tai.

Siebert Realty offers numerous pet-friendly rentals for those wishing to make beach memories with their furry pals. Visit the link below to find your next dream vacation home now!

Pet-Friendly Rentals: https://www.siebert-realty.com/rentals/pet-friendly-rentals/

Scenic Byways in Virginia Beach

Green Sea Byway

Did you know Sandbridge is the starting point for a Virginia Scenic Byway?

The “Green Sea” is the pseudonym for the wetland area surrounding Back Bay. The name comes from American lawyer and surveyor William Byrd, whose 1728 survey of the area revealed a green sea of wetland reeds and other indigenous plants. The Green Sea is home to all sorts of waterfowl, reptiles, and wetland mammals. Those looking for a gorgeous drive through some of our area’s farmland and wetlands can pick up the byway in Sandbridge.

The Green Sea Byway was designated a “Virginia Scenic Byway” for its natural beauty and cultural significance on January 16, 2003. The first of the road’s two stretches which make up the byway runs in a semicircle around Back Bay. This portion begins in Sandbridge and follows the edge of the bay through the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge via Muddy Creek Road.

By returning to Princess Anne Road via Nanney’s Creek Road, travelers can cruise to Pungo Ferry Road in the second leg of the Green Sea Byway and cross the bridge over the North Landing River Natural Area Preserve. Continuing will lead you through the small town of Blackwater and down to the North Carolina line. If you continue south on Princess Anne Road instead of taking Pungo Ferry Road, you will find yourself on your way to Knott’s Island. Knott’s Island is a small marshy island, home to the Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge. Eagles, snow geese, and tundra swans are a few of the many species dependent on the refuge.

A drive along the scenic byway is a great way to get outside and immerse yourself in the unique coastal environment along the Virginia-North Carolina border.

60th Annual East Coast Surfing Championships

East Coast Surfing Championships

August 21-28, Virginia Beach Boardwalk

The East Coast Surfing Championships—also known as ECSC—is the longest, continually run surfing championship in the WORLD! Every year, hundreds of surfers of all ages compete for East Coast surfing titles, prizes, history, and to celebrate the sheer love of surfing. The event will be held August 21-28 at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, which is just a 25-minute drive north of Sandbridge. Those attending ECSC can walk the boardwalk or chill out on the sand and watch the surfers do what they do best!

However, ECSC is more than just a surfing event—it is now a multifaceted beach festival with all sorts of attractions. Other beach sports and activities held at the event include volleyball, a 5k run on the boardwalk, street skate and ramp contests, swimsuit contests, food and drink concessions, and live music.

Attending ECSC is a fantastic way to see and experience the deep connection between Virginia Beach and the ocean, take in the culture of our city, and spend time with family. Vendors will have booths set up will all kinds of merchandise and games for folks of all ages. Grab some good food from local restaurants, listen to some great music, and enjoy a fun-packed day at the beach!

A full schedule of all events and further information can be found on the ECSC website (http://surfecsc.com). We hope to see you there!

Music this Month

Summer and live music go together like a good cup of coffee and a Sandbridge sunrise.

Looking for your summer music fix? Sandbridge is only 20 minutes from Virginia Beach’s most popular music venue: the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater (also known as the Virginia Beach Amphitheater). Originally opened in 1996, the venue boasts a seating capacity of 20,000 thousand. Music fans will be able to lay out on the expansive lawn or sit in the covered canopy area dependent upon ticket purchase.

This month, the Amphitheater’s two biggest concerts will be Keith Urban on August 14 and Sting on August 31. Both concerts are sure to have you up and dancing on the lawn with your friends as the summer sun sets. Below is further information on this month’s concerts at the Amphitheater.

Keith Urban: Speed of Now Tour

August 14, 2022

http://www.virginiabeachamphitheater.com/events/keith-urban/#.YulU9C-B0lU

Sting: My Songs Tour

August 31, 2022

http://www.virginiabeachamphitheater.com/events/sting-my-songs-tour-2022/#.YulVyy-B0lU

Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater:

http://www.virginiabeachamphitheater.com

3550 Cellar Door Way, Virginia Beach, VA 23456

Local Music this Month: 

Baja:

Those looking for a smaller venue to enjoy some live music should head to the Baja. Sandbridge’s iconic south end restaurant presents different bands every week. This month, Lewis McGehee, Exploding Sun, Captain & the Deal, Sam Floyd Band, and more will be jamming on the bayfront. The Baja also hosts karaoke and music bingo events weekly! Karaoke is held every Thursday, while Music Bingo is held on Tuesdays. Both are open to anyone looking to join in on the fun! Grab your friends and head to the Baja for a drink, bite to eat, and tons of fun.

https://bajasandbridge.com/events/

Sage Kitchen:

Sage Kitchen at Anderson’s is just a quick drive up Sandbridge Road and features live music every weekend. This is a great option for those with younger kids; Anderson’s has plenty of space and activities for children. A full list of the venue’s live music line-ups can be found on the Sage Kitchen website, link provided below.

https://loveandersons.com/events/

Pet of the Month: August

Pet of the Month

We want to kick off August with our first installment of Siebert Realty’s Pet of the Month! This is a way for us to get to know our four-legged guests a little better, and for other guests to connect and share their favorite pet-friendly properties. If you have a beach-loving pet, please share your pictures with us and tell us why your furry friend loves Sandbridge.

It’s our honor to introduce our very first Pet of the Month…meet Mosby!

Mosby is a 6-year-old pug and Jack Russell mix from Pottstown, PA. While his owners have been visiting Sandbridge for ten years, Mosby got his first taste of the beach life six years ago.

His favorite thing to do while on vacation is to people watch and dog watch. Mosby loves a good deck where he can relax in the sun and bark until he gets in trouble. One of his owners’ favorite memories of Mosby in Sandbridge is the time he met his first ghost crab–he was sniffing around and it popped right out of its hole!

A fun fact about Mosby is that he has never stayed in the same Siebert property twice…we always look forward to Mosby’s reviews as he tries out new properties!

Siebert Realty offers numerous pet-friendly rentals for those wishing to make beach memories with their furry pals. Visit the link below to find your next dream vacation home now!

Pet-Friendly Rentals: https://www.siebert-realty.com/rentals/pet-friendly-rentals/

Pet of the Month: August

Pet of the Month

We want to kick off August with our first installment of Siebert Realty’s Pet of the Month! This is a way for us to get to know our four-legged guests a little better, and for other guests to connect and share their favorite pet-friendly properties. If you have a beach-loving pet, please share your pictures with us and tell us why your furry friend loves Sandbridge.

It’s our honor to introduce our very first Pet of the Month…meet Mosby!

Mosby is a 6-year-old pug and Jack Russell mix from Pottstown, PA. While his owners have been visiting Sandbridge for ten years, Mosby got his first taste of the beach life six years ago.

His favorite thing to do while on vacation is to people watch and dog watch. Mosby loves a good deck where he can relax in the sun and bark until he gets in trouble. One of his owners’ favorite memories of Mosby in Sandbridge is the time he met his first ghost crab–he was sniffing around and it popped right out of its hole!

A fun fact about Mosby is that he has never stayed in the same Siebert property twice…we always look forward to Mosby’s reviews as he tries out new properties!

Siebert Realty offers numerous pet-friendly rentals for those wishing to make beach memories with their furry pals. Visit the link below to find your next dream vacation home now!

Pet-Friendly Rentals: https://www.siebert-realty.com/rentals/pet-friendly-rentals/