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Wilmington
Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Members of Heart for Humanity packed food at Victory Christian Fellowship near New Castle to support a local drive. ESPN's First Take (a well-known sports show) will be featured at Delaware State University later as part of the university's community outreach. Delaware Online
- ➤ Heart for Humanity Food Distribution Ministry distributed food amid SNAP benefit cuts — the event was held at Victory Christian Fellowship near New Castle on November 1. Delaware Online
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Carney said Wilmington has seen an increase in unhoused people coming from nearby cities and that the city is using Christina Park as a temporary shelter site—services there include a new dining room at 600 4th Street, outdoor restrooms, and water while plans are made to expand affordable housing and improve safety. The mayor added that regional partners and a letter to Philadelphia's mayor will help manage the influx and ease the strain on local resources. WDEL
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Full Moon Mocktail Mixer
6-7:30 p.m. — Bellefonte Cafe — Cost includes one mocktail — A cozy evening under the full moon with handcrafted mocktails and community conversation.
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An Evening with Garrison Keillor
8-9:30 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Cost info not specified — Experience a delightful evening with Garrison Keillor and special guest Rich Dworsky.
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Delaware Blue Coats vs. Westchester Knicks
1-2:30 p.m. — Chase Fieldhouse — Tickets available — Witness an exciting basketball showdown between local favorites and rival teams.
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Thankful for Our Members
5-7 p.m. — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Free entry — Celebrate membership with refreshments and an evening of exploration.
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Delaware Blue Coats vs. Greensboro Storm
7-8:30 p.m. — Chase Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling basketball matchup as the Delaware Blue Coats take on the Greensboro Storm.
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Wilmington Festival of Trees
12-4 p.m. — Brantwyn — $25 — Explore beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, and a festive marketplace filled with goodies and raffles.
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TEA 101 In-Person Class
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Fieldstone Golf Club — Registration fee required — Dive into a two-day intensive on the history and types of tea with expert Karen Donnelly.
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Kids Fall Festival
2-4 p.m. — Kirkwood Public Library — Free entry — A delightful day of fun and creativity for kids hosted by Pushing Through Inc.
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Trash ’em, Don’t Stash ’em
2-4 p.m. — Wilmington Recovery Cafe — Free entry — Safely dispose of expired medications and support community health efforts.
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Hispanic Scholarship Gala Ceremony 2025
7-11 p.m. — Riverfront Events — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Hispanic education by awarding scholarships to deserving students in the community.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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