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MLK, Jr. and Black History Tribute
The heated on-stage exchange between Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. led to two arm wrestling matches in which both human rights activists exclaimed that they let the other man “win.” The reading of “The Meeting,” featuring actors Sahr Abu as Malcolm X and Andre N. Jones as King,…
By: Town Square DelawareOpening Night at ‘The Perfect Gift’
Opening Night at The Perfect Gift — the longest-running charitable gift show of its kind in the country. This year marked the 92nd anniversary of the Christmas Shop Foundation’s signature event, held each year at the DuPont Country Club. The two-day gift show, which concluded Wednesday, did not disappoint, with…
By: Town Square DelawareLocal Author J.E. Fishman and his “Cadaver Blues”
Town Square Delaware is thrilled to share excerpts from local author J.E. Fishman’s latest novel, “Cadaver Blues.” Below is the third and final of our weekly installments. (Missed the first two? Read them here.) If, like us, you’re already hooked, pick up your copy at Amazon. 3. The lunch place sells nothing but…
By: J.E. Fishmanhip-hop group, Ozomatli
Thur., 10/25 ~ 8 pm at the World Cafe Live at the Queen In their fifteen years together as a band, celebrated Los Angeles culture-mashers Ozomatli have gone from being hometown heroes to being named U.S. State Department Cultural Ambassadors. Ozomatli has always juggled two key identities. They are the voice…
By: Town Square DelawareWilmington: How We Got Here and Where We’re Going
Part II: Three Waves of Destruction This economic development retrospective covering the years 1945 to 1984 will be serialized as eight parts, running on alternate days on Town Square Delaware. On June 27, 1957 the Republican-dominated Wilmington City Council, in its last act before being turned out for a Democratic…
By: Kevin McGonegalBackpack Festival
Special guests Sponge Bob and Elmo visited the Alapocas Run State Park last weekend to bring smiles to hundreds of faces at the Back-to-School Backpack Festival sponsored by Faith Victory Christian Center in WIlmington. Some 1,000 parents and children filled the park, enjoying games and prizes, story-telling, face painting, karate…
By: Town Square DelawareCulinary Herb Garden: Before and After
As summer slowly winds down, time is of the essence to take advantage of being outside and gardening. Whether you enjoy growing vegetables, fruit or herbs, you should be reaping the benefits of your crops by now. Cleaning out garden beds and starting fresh in the spring takes dedication and…
By: Bree WellonsA Funky Night at Home Grown Café
I recently found myself in a booth at Home Grown Café waiting for Quimby Mountain Band to start playing. From the looks of these guys, I had no idea what to expect. The lead singer looked just like every alternative rock singer with his long, dark hair and tall, thin…
By: Shaelynn OrrTSD Q&A: Mark Centrella on Doubles Tennis
Award-winning local tennis pro Mark Centrella is getting national attention for his new instructional video – Winning Doubles with Mark. The DVD is aimed at players of all levels who want to improve their teamwork and success on the court. TSD caught up with Centrella to talk tennis and try…
By: Town Square DelawareDelaware Five: 8/19-25
Although the return of the traditional school year is only a week or two away, this week’s Delaware Five offers a chance to enjoy some last minute fun in family settings. Three cities in Delaware will host festivals and two musical acts offer an opportunity for some fun during the…
By: Tom Lehman