FREE Live Music at Starbucks on Market through December

Get your caffeine buzz and enjoy some festive holiday drinks as well as FREE live music at Starbucks on Market at 629 N Market Street Wilmington, DE. The full schedule is below. Don't forget, Starbucks on Market also has incredible food offerings! Be sure to stop by following the annual Christmas Parade to warm up and listen to Kira!

Friday, November 10, 2017    A Note Two Self    5-7pm
Sunday, November 12, 2017    Jenn Minor     11am-1pm
Friday, November 17, 2017    Bill Currier    5-7pm
Sunday, November 19, 2017    Jessica Graae     11am-1pm
Friday, November 24th 2017    NO MUSIC    
Saturday, November 25, 2017    Kira Alejandro    12:30-2:30 PM
Sunday, November 26, 2017    Elizabeth Furman     11am-1pm
Friday, December 1, 2017    Mike McDevitt    5-7pm
Sunday, December 3, 2017    Rick Sabatini      11am-1pm
Friday, December 8, 2017    Chloe Rae    5-7pm
Sunday, December 10, 2017    Jenn Minor     11am-1pm
Friday, December 15, 2017    Skip Barthold    5-7pm
Sunday, December 17, 2017    Alex Allegra     11am-1pm
Friday, December 22nd 2017    NO MUSIC    
Sunday, December 24, 2017    Chuck Knott    11 am- 1 PM
Sunday, December 24, 2017    Lee Zimmerman      11am-1pm
 

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FREE Appetizers at Cafe Mezzanotte and The Perfect Private Rooms for Your Holiday Party!

Did you know? One of Wilmington's neighborhood Italian restaurants has received a major makeover! Stop in and see what everyone is raving about!

Sergio Pellegrino, chef, owner and one of the nicest gentleman you'll have the pleasure to meet invites you to experience his authentic Mediterranean Italian fare. A Wilmington staple since 2003, Sergio has been warming the hearts and stomachs of Wilmingtonians and weary travelers for years.

On Wednesday, October 11th, he celebrated a grand-reopening of his renovated restaurant where he humbly thanked devoted fans including Mayor Michael Purzycki and City Council President Hanifa Shabazz for their devoted patronage. The stylish restaurant with emerald walls and industrial lighting now matches the level of prestige of the delicious food. The menu has received a face-lift as well, making guest's favorite staples permanent such as the Cioppino, a seafood arrangement with pasta that is a favorite in Southern Italy. The well adored homemade bread and pasta will remain. 

To celebrate the grand re-opening,  there will be complimentary appetizers during happy hour from 4-7 PM on Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday! Additionally, for the upcoming holiday season, should you purchase a $50 minimum gift certificate, a 20% bonus will be added to the certificate!

If you are looking for the perfect room for your private party look no further. The Milano room (for 20-25 people) and the Roma room (12 people) are both perfect for holiday events and meetings! 

Sergio is looking forward to making you feel right at home. Click here to make your reservation.

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We Want to Help YOU Prepare for Small Business Saturday!

Hard to believe, but the holidays are right around the corner! What is your business doing to properly prepare? 

Did you know Downtown Visions is here to help grow your business? In addition to all of our business resources, we are huge fans of Small Business Saturday on November 25th. We want to help you have an extra successful Small Business Saturday and encourage locals to #shopsmall.

In order to help you, please send us whatever promotions you will be offering on that day and we will help get the word out!

Simply email LSchweiger@downtownvisions.org the name of your business, the promotion you are offering, how to redeem that particular promotion and what hours you will be open that day. 

Not sure where to start? Here are two additional resources to help you prepare:

American Express FREE Small Business Toolkit

Big Ideas for Small Business Saturday

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Introducing Shop Wilmington! What is HOT in the City of Wilmington!

Wilmington is full of hidden gems and incredible small businesses just waiting to be discovered...thanks to ShopWimingtonDE.com, they will be easier to find! This brand-new resource has sneak peak footage of up and coming restaurants, the best places to shop for specific items in the area and a preview of shops coming to the region! 

With the up and coming shopping season and Small Business Saturday, ShopWilmingtonDE.com is a great place to browse and make your list before hitting the streets for holiday purchases!

Check out the video below on Sneaker Zone! 

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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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