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In just a few days, it will officially be the start of a new season in Wilmington DE and Southeastern Pennsylvania and aside from cooler temperatures and falling leaves, the calendar is changing too! This September and October are filled with fall-themed events around the area, including a fall arts and crafts festival, Oktoberfest, and more!

Below are a few ways you can celebrate fall in Chester County, Delaware County, Greater Wilmington DE and Southeastern PA:

Delaware Saengerbund Oktoberfest
September 15-17, 2017
Friday 5 PM to 11 PM; Saturday 12 PM to 11 PM; Sunday 12 PM to 6 PM
Delaware Saengerbund
Newark DE

Friday night's parade marks the beginning of the three-day festival celebrating all things German food and culture! The parade will feature the Muenchner Kindl, or Munich Child, a symbol of the city of Munich, which will lead the march. Food for the festival will span everything from grilled Bratwurst and Weisswuurst or veal sausage, to pretzels and Rollmops or marinated herring with rye bread. You can also enjoy potato salad and sauerkraut made by the the Ladies organization in the Delaware Saengerbund kitchen. 

Art & Craft Fall Festival
September 30, 2017; 11 AM to 5 PM
Woodside Farm Creamery
Hockessin DE

This FREE fall festival will feature arts and crafts from local artists, including original paintings, prints and more. Meet the artists and stroll around, enjoy a free sample of Woodside's newest ice cream flavor, and take home some of their homemade fudge, farm fresh cheeses or one of the farm-grown mums or pumpkins for your entryway! There will be free parking and activities for the kids like pumpkin painting and scarecrow making!

Autumn Leaf Train Ride to Hockessin
October 7 through November 5, 2017
Held Saturday and Sunday; 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM
Greenbank Station
Wilmington DE

It's a beautiful time of year in Delaware and Pennsylvania, so why not take it all in with a special train ride? Bring a camera and enjoy a trip that follows the entire length of the railroad (17 miles round trip!) to Hockessin where you will spend thirty minutes picking up treats for the train ride back or visiting the local shops.

Apple Picking at Hopewell Furnace
September and October
Hopewell Furnace
Elverson PA

What better way to celebrate fall than with apple picking? Over the next two months, visitors are able to pick apples not commonly found in today's orchards from the park's historic orchard. 

​Longwood Gardens Chrysanthemum Festival
October 7 through November 19, 2017
Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square PA

Mums are a symbol of the fall season and Longwood Gardens has a special festival dedicated to the autumn beauty! Explore the Conservatory filled with thousands of mums, fashioned into orbs, spirals, pagodas and more. This October, the Thousand Bloom Mum will show off more than 1,500 flowers arranged on one single stem and with longer hours, the foliage glows with lanterns on seven specific nights in October. Outdoors, the gardens will also be open for visitors to marvel at the fall colors including the Pumpkin Playground!

You can count on the Kat Geralis Home Team to introduce you to the surrounding areas, as well as walk you through the processes of buying a home and selling a home. Contact us today for more information about the local real estate market!

Happy fall! 

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It's hard to believe Memorial Day weekend is already here! It's time to start up the grill, head outdoors and enjoy the summer season (and weather!) that's ahead of us! But let's start with this weekend— there are dozens of events to attend in the Greater Wilmington DE area, from parades to farmers markets and veteran discounted days at the museum. 

The Kat Geralis Home Team has included five events you can attend this Memorial Day weekend below:

New Castle Farmers Market
May 26-28, 2017
Friday and Saturday 9 AM to 9 PM, Sunday 10 AM to 6 PM
110 N Dupont Hwy
New Castle DE

Enjoy food and fun for the whole family at this local farmers market! From Friday through Sunday, there are over 70 vendors present selling everything from meats to baked goods!

Memorial Day at Hagley
Monday, May 29, 2017; 10 AM to 5 PM
Hagley Museum
Wilmington DE

Come watch a canon firing presentation in the powder yard at 1 PM, 2 PM or 3 PM. Admission is free for military veterans.

Fireworks & Fountains
Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square PA

The summer season at Longwood will include the return of the popular Fireworks & Fountains show. Each night has a different theme and music for the amazing display that will illuminate the night sky!

Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 29, 2017; 10 AM
Kennett Square PA

Don't miss Kennett Square's biggest parade of the year! The route will begin at Kennett High School, heading to East South Street, South Union Street to East Cypress Street, South Broad Street to West State Street, North Union Street to the Union Hill Cemetery. The parade will last about an hour and feature over 1,000 participants!

Flags for Heroes
Now through May 30, 2017
Newark Municipal Building
Newark DE

Visit the Newark Rotary's display of Flags for Heroes in front of the Newark Municipal Building to honor those who have served our country.

We wish you a happy and safe Memorial Day and as always, do not hesitate to reach out to us with any questions about the local real estate market, buying or selling a home this year!

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Can you believe fall is just around the corner? September has just begun and before we know it, the leaves will fall and we'll be heading out to pick pumpkins, gather apples, enjoy a hay ride, build a scarecrow and other fall fun themed activities! But if you are looking for something on a larger scale, you don't need to venture much farther than Greater Wilmington DE and Southeastern PA!

The Kat Geralis Home Team has included a few fall events coming up in the area, so be sure to mark your calendars!

109th Arden Fair and Antique Market
September 3, 2016; 10 AM to 6 PM
Arden Gild Hall

Over 120 vendors with handmade arts and crafts, in addition to food vendors, a book fair, plant sale, activities and rides for the kids, dancing, live music and more! Admission is free to the fairgrounds and Shady Grove, however there is a small admission to the Antiques Market.

Odessa Brewfest
September 10, 2016
Historic Odessa Foundation

Sample the best regional and national craft beers, along with local wine, spirits, food, music and more— for a good cause! All proceeds will benefit the Historic Odessa Foundation to ensure the revitalization and preservation of the community for future generations. 

Red, White and Brew Run
September 9-11, 2016
Main Street, Phoenixville PA

Join in this 3-day festival with races in a variety of distances and courses, not to mention, great food and fun! There will be live music, running expos, the Main Street Mile race, 5K run and half marathon! Admission to the festival for non-runners is $10. 

Mushroom Festival
September 10-11, 2016
Kennett Square, PA

Celebrate Kennett Square's number one cash crop—and the Mushroom Capital of the World—with this thirty-year-old festival featuring over 200 vendors, culinary events, kids activities, exhibits and more!

​Harvest Moon Festival
September 10-11, 2016; 10 AM to 6 PM
Coatesville, PA

The Harvest Moon Festival in Chester County PA is a great time to explore a wide range of artists, creators, activities and even workshops! Dive head first into nature with this outdoor festival featuring local food, music and art!

Chaddsford Winery Harvest Fest
September 17-18, 2016; 11 AM to 7 PM Saturday and 11 AM to 6 PM Sunday
Chaddsford Winery

What better way to celebrate fall than with this festival with tastings, food, tours, live music and more? Free guided tours allow you to sample fresh pressed grapes, wine tastings are paired with hard cider donuts, and local food trucks are on site to satisfy your cravings!

Oktoberfest
September 24, 2016; 6 PM
Sacred Heart School, Oxford PA

This true Oktoberfest will include authentic German food, a German band and dancers, beer, games and even a Brewer's Contest for home brewers! 

Do not hesitate to contact the Kat Geralis Home Team with any questions about buying or selling a home this fall! We're here to help!

Katina Geralis
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The time is here yet again! Wilmington DE and Southeastern PA will soon celebrate Independence Day on July 4 and there are dozens of fun-filled events and fireworks planned for the community! The KG Home Team has included a sampling below so you can look forward to kicking off your long, holiday weekend the right way!

Town of Elsmere Independence Day Celebration, July 2, 2016; Fairgrounds Park in Wilmington DE, Dusk. Join the Town of Elsmere for their annual Fourth of July celebration! The free fireworks show begins at dusk.

Wilmington Blue Rocks vs. Winston-Salem Dash, July 2, 2016; Daniel S. Frawley Stadium in Wilmington DE, 7 PM. It doesn't get much more American than baseball, hot dogs, and patriotic music! This special game will also honor local heroes!

Freedom Fest, July 2, 2016; Nottingham County Park in Nottingham PA, 6 PM to 11 PM. Plan to enjoy an Independence Day weekend concert, food vendors, kids activities, as well as fireworks at dusk. Cost is $10 to attend.

Summer Spectacular at Longwood, Through September 5, 2016; Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square PA, 9 AM to 6 PM. Visit Longwood during all of its summer splendor, including aquatic plants from all over the world, cool shady groves, and miles of trails in the Meadow Garden.

4th of July Fireworks, July 4, 2016; University of Delaware Athletics in Newark DE, 6 PM to 10:30 PM. This free local Fourth of July event will include fun, games, fireworks and more!

Phoenixville Independence Day Fireworks, July 4, 2016; Friendship Field in Phoenixville PA, Dusk.

Tredyffrin Township Annual 4th of July Celebration, July 4, 2016; Wilson Farm Park in Chesterbrook PA, 7 PM. Music begins at 7 PM in Wilson Farm Park, continuing on through 9:15 PM, with fireworks at dusk. Free to attend.

Wilmington's 4th of July Celebration, July 4, 2016; Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park in Wilmington DE, 2 PM. This free event lasts all afternoon long and celebrates our nation's independence along the Christina River! Enjoy live music, food, wine and craft beer, local vendors, activities for the kids, as well as a fireworks show at the end of the night!

Hockessin 4th of July Celebration, July 4, 2016; Old Lancaster Pike in Hockessin DE, 3 PM. This day-long celebration begins at 3 PM with a Fourth of July parade down Old Lancaster Pike, complete with floats, music and more. Also back this year is the 2nd Annual Great American Gut Buster Food Devouring Spectacle by 2 Fat Guys American Grill. The fireworks display begins at dusk and can be seen from all over Hockessin. 

30th Firecracker 5K Run/Walk, July 4, 2016; Rockford Park in Wilmington DE, 7:30 AM. Start your holiday off with a 5K Run/Walk beginning in Rockford Park and continuing to Greenville, before finishing back in Rockford Park. 

As always, do not hesitate to reach out to the KG Home Team with any questions about home buying or selling this year in the Greater Wilmington area and Southeastern Pennsylvania!

We hope you have a happy and safe Fourth of July!

Katina Geralis
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The new year is here and it's time to kick those winter blues that may be starting to drift in after the busy holiday season! But lucky for you, the Greater Wilmington area has many fun events and activities to take advantage of this month that will keep them out of sight.

The KG Home Team is happy to share just a few of the many ways you can get out and explore Wilmington and Newark DE in January— Be sure to add the following to your calendar:

Riverfront Ice Skating
When: Through February 28, 2016
Times: Monday through Thursday 4 PM to 9 PM, Friday 4 PM to 10 PM, Saturday 11 AM to 10 PM and Sunday 11 AM to 9 PM
Where: Riverfront Wilmington, Wilmington DE

Don't let the colder temperatures keep you inside when you can enjoy the beautiful Wilmington Riverfront during the winter months! The Horizon Riverfront Rink is sponsored by local businesses and through the end of February, offers a fun activity the whole family can enjoy! The rink can be found in the Justison Landing Green at 308 Justison Landing. Skate rental is $3 per pair and admission is $5 for children 12 and under, $8 for ages 13 and up.

​Band of the Royal Marines
When: January 13, 2016; 8 PM
Where: Grand Opera House, Wilmington DE

The Royal Marines Band, wearing their iconic white helmets, presents some of the most memorable drills, music and visual performances you will ever see. The band will perform classics, Big Band, contemporary pieces and even solo numbers in this January event (their first US tour ever!) at the Grand Opera House. You won't want to miss this as the Royal Marines Band is one of the most versatile and skilled ensembles in military music!

2016 Wilmington Coin Show
When: January 14 through 16, 2016; 10 AM to 6 PM
Where: Nur Shrine Temple, New Castle DE

There is free admission to the 2016 Wilmington Coin Show where over 50 dealers will display US, world, ancient, currency, tokens, medals and more!

Downtown Newark Restaurant Week
When: January 18 through 24, 2016
Where: Downtown Newark, Newark DE

A great opportunity to explore not only Newark, but the local restaurant scene! Participating locations will offer two and three course prix menus for both lunch and dinner, ranging in price from $10 two-course lunches to $28 three-course dinners.

Delaware Symphony Orchestra Chamber Series
When: January 26, 2016; 8 PM
Where: Hotel DuPont, Wilmington DE

Enjoy a night surrounded by the sounds of Beethoven, Mozart and Schoenberg as performed by the Delaware Symphony Orchestra conducted by David Amado.

We hope you are enjoying your start to 2016 and as always, feel free to reach out with any questions about the Wilmington area real estate market, buying a home or selling your current property!

We can help you make this your best year yet by settling into a fresh, new space. We even offer FREE First Time Homebuyer Seminars!

Katina Geralis
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