Come Together To Support Our Friends

I have written before about how fortunate we are to have artists like Richard Raw in our community.

Now, we have an opportunity to help out Richard and his wife, Shah Janelle.

It is important for all of us to come together and support our own.

Click Here to learn more and order your tickets.

I want to thank those who have already stepped up to be a part of this event:

World Cafe Live at the Queen is donating the space for the event.

Parcels Inc is covering the printing costs.

I hope to see you on the 26th as we show our friends how much we appreciate and support them.

Marty

Wilmington Celebrates St. Patrick's Day

Hundreds of people came out to Downtown Wilmington to celebrate Irish heritage Saturday.

Men, women, and children were entertained throughout the afternoon by dancers, bagpipers, classic cars, and more.

I am proud of our Irish community and appreciate all who became Irish on Saturday!

Marty

Wilmington is the place for love

This coming Sunday is Valentine's Day - for some of us, that means it's time to start planning something special for that someone special in our life.

Fortunately, several places in Downtown Wilmington are providing plenty of opportunities for us.

I encourage you to take a look at all of the events listed below and get your tickets and reservations all set.

From all of us at Downtown Visions, Happy Valentine's Day!

Marty

Valentine's Day Partner Yoga

 FLYOGI has announced a super exciting Valentine's Day treat special!

This Yoga event is only $35 per couple! Please sign up at Flyogionline@gmail.com while they're spots available.

Click Here to learn more about Flyogi

Valentine Specials at Ernest & Scott and Chelsea Tavern

Ernest & Scott and Chelsea Tavern are both running great specials - 4 course meals for $85 per couple.

Click Here to learn more.

Couples Game Night - Friday, Feb. 12

Have a pre Valentine's Day date with your spouse with a twist! Enjoy games, food, shopping, prizes and more all in the same night to prepare you for the day of love or just a fun night out of you don't celebrate.

Each couple will receive a three course Olive Garden meal, $45 shopping credit for the night, games, prizes, and more! 

$45 per couple

Click Here for more details and to get your tickets.

Valentine's Day Special at La Fia

La Fia's Valentine's Day special features a four course meal for $60 - but you'll want to get your reservations in right away.

Click Here for the menu.

Click Here to make a reservation.

Melomanie Valentine's Day Concert

Calling all lovers & MUSIC lovers: Share a unique musicial Valentine with us! A Special Valentine's Day Collaboration with The Delaware Contemporary. 

Mélomanie Wilmington Series: Valentine's Day Concert
The Delaware Contemporary, 200 S. Madison Street * Wilmington, DE 19801. 

Featuring guest artist * Priscilla Herreid, oboe. Repertoire inlcudes "The Nobility of Women" * Kile Smith; "Quartet in G Major" (from Tafelmusik) * Georg Philipp Telemann; "Sonata in G Major" for oboe & basso continuo * Louis-Antoine Dornel & "Two Interludes" for flute, violin & harpsichord * Jacques Ibert

Tickets $20 adults * $15 students & seniors * Youth through age 15 free.

Click Here for more information.

Singer Songwriter Showcase at World Cafe Live at the Queen

Each month, Gable Music Ventures brings together a group of impressive Singer Songwriters to entertain and inspire audiences at World Cafe Live at the Queen.

This Friday evening, you don't want to miss this lineup.

Click Here for more information and to get your tickets.

Battle of the Sexes Comedy Night Thursday at The Baby Grand

Liberty Comedy brings you Battle of the Sexes Comedy Night starring hilarious stand-up comedians from late-night TV. 2 Men, 2 women, 1 each single & married. Pre-celebrate Valentine's Day (or don't!) with tales of love and not-love, bad dinners and good dates, broken cars and unbroken dreams.

Starring Adrienne Iapalucci from The Late Show with David Letterman, Ophira Eisenberg from The Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Comedy Central & NPR, Mike Burton has been the fill-in warm-up guy for daytime shows Rachel Ray and The View and Shaun Eli from The Joey Reynolds Show.

Click Here for more information and to order your tickets.

What an Incredible Small Business Saturday!

From a great parade to shopping to live music at venues all over the city to Wilmo Rock Circus - Small Business Saturday was a huge success!

The News Journal wrote a great article about the day, here's an excerpt:

Will Minster, director of business development for the nonprofit Downtown Visions, said efforts to draw people to small business in downtown Wilmington was a daylong event that began with the Wilmington Jaycees' Christmas parade and continued with live music at eight businesses.

"We wanted to add on to the idea and provide great entertainment for everyone who comes downtown for the parade, shopping and dining this Small Business Saturday,” Minster said.

Click here to read the article

I am grateful to our friends at the Wilmington Jaycees, Gable Music Ventures, The Playhouse, the Grand Opera House, World Cafe Live at the Queen, all of the artists and performers who came out to share their talents, our businesses and entrepreneurs, and, of course, everyone who came out to spend time with us in Downtown Wilmington on Small Business Saturday!

Don't forget, you can park for free on the streets of Wilmington after noon from now through the end of December - just keep in mind that the time limits are still enforced. Come on out for lunch, coffee, shopping, and more - and you can leave your quarters at home!

Below are some more shots from the parade, the performances, and Wilmo Rock Circus.

Marty

Vendor and Entertainment Details for Small Business Saturday

This year's Small Business Saturday is shaping up to be a truly unique experience - with new vendors and entertainers coming on board every day!

Here's a rundown of what we have so far - but be ready for more updates as November 28 gets closer:

11:00 AM - Jaycee Christmas Parade along Market Street

1:00 - 2:00 PM - Photos with Santa at the Grand Opera House

2:00 Clifford the Big Red Dog at the Grand Opera House

2:00 The Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Playhouse Theatre

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for this great Small Business Saturday!

Marty