Comedy Continues in Humble Park October 13th!

If you missed the music and comedy show in August, this is your opportunity to experience what the NEW Humble Park is all about, community, music and laughter.

On October 13th from 7-10 PM join us at 4th and Shipley Street in Wilmington, DE as Spaceboy Clothing & Southbound Comedy have teamed up once again to bring you an awesome evening full of live local stand-up comedy! Seating is limited, feel free to bring your own lawn chair. Following the show, please join us at for the official after party at Ernest & Scott Taproom (9th & Market St.) Featuring exclusive food and drink specials!

Featured Comics:
Brandon Jackson
Megan Goetz
Sidney Gantt
Erik Terrell & more!

Music Provided by:
Dj Skinny White

Thanks to the Sponsors:
Why Fly
The Mill
Ernest & Scott
Downtown Visions
Spaceboy Clothing 

Be sure to RSVP for this event on Facebook and share the event with your friends!

Join Women Bike Wilmington's First Ride this Saturday!

Bike Wilmington member Sarah Lester from West Side Grows Together was inspired by similar groups in other cities to launch an informal women’s bike ride/ ride series.  Sarah’s goal is to get more women out riding in Wilmington and socializing together.  As such, she is organizing the first event of the group this Saturday, September 23rd at 11 AM. 

It includes a 10 mile loop beginning and ending at De La Coeur on Lovering Avenue, ending with an afternoon coffee or pastry.  As for now, the group is called Women Bike Wilmington but Sarah is working on a more creative name, which she will be glad to share on Saturday!

Two Saturdays of Musical Performances - one of them Free!

Bring the entire family to the Delaware Historical Society on Market Street for two Saturdays of musical performance by some of Delaware’s finest performers. 

Matthew Lavanish of the Wilmington Classical Guitar Society

The Delaware Historical Society is pleased to host the Wilmington Classical Guitar Society’s Second Annual Members Showcase Concert in Old Town Hall, on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 1 p.m. Admission is free. The concert will feature performances by professional and amateur guitarists. Stop in for a song or two, or stay for the entire concert. Bring the entire family as children are welcome. A reception featuring MyHouse Cookies will follow the concert. Old Town Hall is located at 504 North Market Street, Wilmington DE, 19801.

Mélomanie

Enjoy an afternoon of relaxing classical music Up Close with Mélomanie, on Saturday, September 30, 2017 at 4pm in Old Town Hall.

Get up close with the violin and harpsichord in an informal, intimate setting with lively conversation and music, featuring Christof Richter on violin and Tracy Richardson on harpsichord.

Tickets are available online at Mélomanie.org or by calling Mélomanie at (302) 764-6338.

$15 Delaware Historical Society members, seniors & students 16 & older                     

$25 non-members

Free for students 15 years and younger

Free parking courtesy of Colonial Parking, Sixth and Shipley streets. Beverages available for sale.

Craving a History Lesson on Wilmington?

Photo courtesy of www.oldwilmington.net

When you step into the City of Wilmington, you can tell right away that the rich history of the area is still very much alive. Many of the buildings on Market Street have been restored to their former glory and many of the city's traditions still occur on an annual basis. Whether you are a transplant or have been living downtown for years, one of the most beautiful aspects of Wilmington, Delaware is the way it treasures tradition. 

For those of us desiring to learn a little bit more about the rich history of the streets we walk on a daily basis, there are lots of resources, at our fingertips, or simply a few steps away...

1. Delaware Historical Society- Newly renovated and offering more than meets the eye, the beautiful Delaware Historical Society right on Market Street offers exhibitions, research collections, education, events such as the upcoming Farm 2 Fork and facility rentals.

2. OldWilmington.net- Although their website is still under construction, their Facebook Group and Forums are a wealth of knowledge. Here you will find a library of old photographs from families thrilled to share their lineage in Wilmington. 

Photo courtesy of www.oldwilmington.net

The Ninth Street Bookshop is full of books on Wilmington's history and if they don't have what you want in stock, they will order it for you! Below is one with rave reviews. 

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Wilmington Business Classes for Organizations of All Sizes in September!

Education is key to continuous growth whether for individuals, small businesses or billion dollar organizations.

Downtown Visions wants to ensure your business and associates are thriving. Below are several workshops and training sessions offered in our area to assist business owners and some are even free!  

Interested in starting a business in the Downtown Wilmington vicinity? Here are some of the many resources to help get you started. 

September 6th

Walk-in Assistance for Career and Business

2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Wilmington Library

September 7th

Slash 10 Hours From Your Work Week to Be More Productive - A Business Fundamentals Workshop

8:30 AM to 11:30 AM

New Castle County Chamber of Commerce

September 14th

Increase Your Net Revenue: Grants & Loans for Improved Energy Efficiency =

10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Wilmington Library

15 Invaluable Laws of Growth

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Wilmington Library

September 19th

SEMINAR: Financing for Startups and Choosing Your Business Structure

9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Delaware Small Business Chamber

SBA Access to Capital Workshop

10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Newark Senior Center

September 21st

CEO Think Tank: Briefing Session - Scaling Up – EXECUTION Focus Workshop

8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

New Castle County Chamber of Commerce

August 29th

Partnering for Profits

10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Wilmington Library

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