Join the "In Kids" in Delaware and Bring the Family! - 02/23/11 11:55 AM
        On Saturday, Feb. 26, the "In Kids" will introduce their partnership at the Delaware Family Expo at the Chase Center on the Riverfront from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wilmington has long been known for its top-notch educational resources for families. Now, a select group of these child-focused organizations have banded together to create the In Kids. The coalition will offer joint programming and activities, as well as special discounts for children and their families who join the "In Kids."  
The In Kids is comprised of the Delaware Children's Museum, the Wilmington Blue Rocks, the Brandywine Zoo, the Delaware Museum … (0 comments)

How Do We Honor George Washington Today? - 02/21/11 12:30 PM
Rather than rushing out to see what is on sale today for "President's Day," let's take a little time to consider our first President, George Washington (1732-1739).
Did you know that:
As the leader of the first successful revolution against a colonial empire in world history, Washington became an international icon for liberation and nationalism. His symbolism especially resonated in France and Latin America. Historical scholars rank him as one of the two or three greatest presidents.
After the British surrender at Yorktown in 1781, Washington resigned his military commission rather than seizing power, and returned to his plantation at Mount Vernon,  proving … (4 comments)

New Castle County Offers Rent-Free Historic Homes - 02/13/11 08:05 PM
New Castle County, Delaware, has awarded bids to 3 private investors who have pledged to rehabilitate and preserve deteriorating historic properties with their own money through the Resident Curatorship Program.
This program allows individuals or groups to preserve historic properties the County cannot afford to maintain that are located on County property. This private curatorship requires an investment of at least $150,000 within 5 years for restoring and maintaining the property while residing in it.
The Talley-Day property, located behind the Brandywine Hundred Library on Foulk Road, is boarded up and looks very sad (see photo) presently.  Successful proposals were submitted … (0 comments)

Chinese Festival this Saturday--Bring the Kids! - 02/10/11 10:17 AM
 
 
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Need A Tree Or Trees For Your Yard or Neighborhood ? Here's A How-To Workshop For You - 02/09/11 12:21 PM

From now to Feb. 15, an order for bare root trees can be placed with the Delaware Center for Horticulture (DCH).
The DCH is the only retail source in the state for the lightweight, easy to plant, inexpensive trees. The center is offering 10 varieties of bare root trees that have been specially selected to thrive in our region's towns and cities.
Wednesday, March 16
Part I: 5:30 - 6:30 PM. A free How to Plant Your Bare Root Tree training class (with free pizza) will be offered  To see a list of available trees and descriptions, visit http://www.thedch.org/what-we-do/community-trees/bare-root-trees
Part II: 6:45-8 … (3 comments)

Historic Tax Credit Workshop To Be Held In Wilmington - 02/09/11 11:59 AM

 
On Wednesday, Feb. 16, Joan Larrivee of the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs will present a workshop for homeowners on the state historic preservation tax credit at the regular meeting of the Wilmington Design Review and Preservation Commission in City Council Chambers.
The workshop will begin at 6:30 p.m. and is geared towards those who live or own property within a National Register District or within a City Historic District and are contemplating work on your building, plan to attend this workshop to learn more about the process. 
The workshop is free and open to the public. … (2 comments)

New Castle Court House Displays Feature Slave's Journey and Archaeology - 02/08/11 10:28 AM

The New Castle Court House Museum in New Castle, Delaware is currently exhibiting two on-going exhibits: "Archaeology of the New Castle Court House" and "Emeline Hawkins: Her Journey from Slavery to Freedom on the Underground Railroad."
"Archaeology of the New Castle Court House" highlights the many phases of archaeological investigations at the historic site. A group of selected artifacts, representing over 300 years of continuous use of the court house, provide a visual narrative illustrating the building's diverse functions including service as the center of the colonial and state government, location of the county seat and courts, uses by private … (0 comments)

Habitat for Humanity Presents Homeownership Seminar - 02/02/11 11:44 AM
Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County (HHNCC) will host a Homeownership Seminar on Saturday, February 5, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church at 13th and Rodney Streets.
The session is a homeowner orientation for residents of Delaware who would like to stop renting and own their own home. Parties should arrive no later than 8:30 a.m. as the session could reach capacity and it is first-come, first-served. Only the first 100 people will be admitted. No children, please.
Applicants must be a first-time homeowner, and be unable to obtain a mortgage through the conventional means.  Families will … (0 comments)

Riverfeast Event at Riverfront Restaurants a Special Deal in February - 02/02/11 11:08 AM
The Riverfront Development Corporation of Delaware (RDC) is presenting RiverFeast with several restaurants along the Wilmington Riverfront. The special dining event will continue through the month of February.
Participating restaurants include Big Fish Grill, FireStone Roasting House, Iron Hill Brewery, Harry's Seafood Grill, and Timothy's. During RiverFeast, when diners spend at least $50 at any participating restaurant, they will receive a $20 voucher for a return visit.
RiverFeast will be available during lunch and dinner, Monday through Thursday, for the entire month of February.  Vouchers may be redeemed Sunday through Thursday, between March 1 and April 21.  
For information on the restaurants … (0 comments)

FHA 203(K) Home Preservation Loans To Be Explained at Open House - 02/01/11 03:03 PM
    
It's hard for the general public to imagine how important a part they can play in preserving our built environment, starting with their own homes. If we enjoy visiting places like Mount Vernon, can you take yourself back to 1853, when the now famous porch was being held up by using ships' masts, and the paint was peeling, the roof failing? This was the inspiration for the first preservation movement in this still new country. Ann Pamela Cunningham wrote a letter to the Charleston Mercury, asking the women of the south to join together and form the Mount Vernon … (0 comments)

 
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