Upcoming Events Start Thinking Spring in Wilmington, Delaware

Thursday, February 19, 2015

by Katina Geralis

With all of the cold weather we've been experiencing lately, it's hard to think spring. We are just one month away from the start of the new season and Wilmington, DE is packing the calendar with events to get you out and about.

If you're starting to feel a touch of cabin fever this winter (and especially this week!), here are a few upcoming events in Wilmington that can lift your spirits.

Lecture: How to Get a Lush, No-Fuss Garden
When: Every Wednesday through February 25, 2015; 7 PM
Where: Delaware Center for Horticulture, Wilmington DE

Planning a garden is one easy way to start thinking spring and many Wilmington DE homeowners may be looking to do so in order to boost their curb appeal. With this lecture series every Wednesday through February 25, you can learn to garden smart with plants suited to thrive locally in Delaware.

Art on the Town
When: First Friday of every month (excluding January); 5:30 PM to 8 PM
Where: Art galleries, museums, storefronts and studios around Wilmington, DE

Local art venues including galleries, museums and studios open their doors on the first Friday of every month to allow Wilmington area residents to meet local artists— and the event is back after one month off! Take a self-guided tour of the galleries during Art on the Town, also known as the Art Loop, and experience the local culture and arts scene.

Wilmington Library Chocolate Festival
When: March 14, 2015; 11 AM to 2 PM
Where: Wilmington Institute Library; Wilmington DE

Get out of the house and dive straight into a baking contest open to the public and local chefs! There will be amateur and professional categories for judging, vendors, raffle items, activities for the kids and lots of chocolate tastings! Admission is $2 and tasting tickets are .50.

Egg Drop Challenge
When: March 14, 2015; 1 PM
Where: DuPont Environmental Education Center; Wilmington DE

Becoming an annual attraction in Wilmington, the Egg Drop challenge is a fun event for families! Teams earn points and use them to "purchase" materials for the challenge and protect the team egg. The egg is dropped off the balcony and the team whose egg that makes it through the drop in one piece wins!

As your local Wilmington and Newark real estate experts, we are happy to provide suggestions for enjoying the area— especially during the winter months when you may be stuck indoors! If you're ready to call the Greater Wilmington area your home, do not hesitate to contact us!