Wilmington Alliance

06/10/2026

Have you seen our latest event schedule? It's packed with movement classes, drum and reading circles, and a small business speaker series!

Swipe to learn more about what's happening in ! Register for all events here: https://www.wilmingtonalliance.org/wccprograms2026

06/09/2026

We're pleased to share that our CEO, Renata Beata Kowalczyk, will be speaking at the State of Small Business Symposium, hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland on June 24–25.

The symposium’s goal is to inform attendees about the current state of small business through data analysis and real-world experiences, while highlighting actionable opportunities to support this vital sector.

Over two days, attendees will explore fresh strategies, share insights, and build meaningful connections to strengthen collective work in supporting small businesses. Small business support organizations, lenders, and local government representatives are encouraged to join.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4vLaI0q

06/02/2026

Join Wilmington Alliance's Latisha Bracy on June 23rd at 5:30 PM for "Developing a Business Plan & Strategic Planning," part three of Jefferson Street Center's Small Business Speaker Series.

This series, held at Scout Cafe in Wilmington, is designed to support aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs as they move from idea to action.

Register today: https://loom.ly/VuQ7-LI

05/28/2026

Take a journey into the magical word of books! 📚✨

Join Wilmington Alliance and author, screenwriter, and educator, Lenny Williams III, for a reading circle at the Rock Lot (305 W. 8th Street) on:

📗 Saturday, May 30: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📗 Wednesday, June 3: 5:30-6:30 PM
📗 Wednesday, June 10: 5:30-6:30 PM
📗 Wednesday, July 1: 5:30-6:30 PM
📗 Wednesday, July 8: 5:30-6:30 PM
📗 Saturday, July 11: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

This event is free and open to ages 6+ and is supported by Nemours Children's Health.

To register, please visit: https://loom.ly/ghfcJZc

05/27/2026

Starting THIS Saturday, May 30, kickoff your weekend by moving your body with Buss a Wine! ✨

Caribbean Dance Fitness Instructor Crys is back at the Art O Mat to lead her exhilarating Buss a Wine classes that combine the rhythm of Caribbean music with the excitement of dance!

All classes are free and designed to improve cardiovascular health, increase flexibility, self- confidence, and build muscular strength all while connecting community through healthy wellness activity! Classes are beginner level friendly and recommended for adults ages 18 and up.

💜 Hold your spot at: https://loom.ly/UipwBqU

This event is supported in part by a grant from Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency.

05/26/2026

Drum Circle is back TODAY at 6 PM! 🙌

From May 26 through Oct. 13, we're hosting everyone's favorite Tuesday gathering at The Rock Lot (305 W. 8th Street). Free and open to all ages, Drum Circle is led by a local instructor and offers varying drum sizes for all. 🪘 You're welcome to bring your own drum, or use one of ours.

This event is supported in part by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency and partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts.

05/22/2026

Join us today!

This Friday is the Grand Opening of Wilmington's first Teen Wellness Youth Hub!

Join us on May 22 at 4 PM at the William "Hicks" Anderson Community Center as we celebrate the unveiling of a vibrant, youth-centered space designed to inspire wellness, creativity, leadership, and community for the young people of West Center City.

Thank you to the City of Wilmington, Delaware Parks & Recreation Dept and Healthy Communities Delaware for your partnership.

05/20/2026

This Friday is the Grand Opening of Wilmington's first Teen Wellness Youth Hub!

Join us on May 22 at 4 PM at the William "Hicks" Anderson Community Center as we celebrate the unveiling of a vibrant, youth-centered space designed to inspire wellness, creativity, leadership, and community for the young people of West Center City.

Thank you to the City of Wilmington, Delaware Parks & Recreation Dept and Healthy Communities Delaware for your partnership.