Photo credit Tamika Shuler-Boyd

In the words of the remarkable Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., “Let Freedom Ring”! Embrace your freedom and the freedom of others, enjoy and celebrate with friends and family, volunteer, head to the peace parade, do something for or with others this weekend! We’re sharing our top picks for Friday, January 15- Monday, January 18 with you. From MLK weekend celebrations (see Events Honoring Martin Luther King, Jr.) to the Invention Convention and 87ers Basketball to Fearless Improv, there’s something fun for everyone this weekend. Remember, this is just a TEASE, check out a full listing of events on the NorthdelaWHEREhappening.com calendar of events page.

Delaware 87ers vs Raptors 905

The Sevens are back after a trip to the NBA DL Showcase in California! Head to “The Bob” for this great match up and enjoy Dollar Pretzel Night along with performances by the Sixers Dancers! It’s also Post-Game Free Throw Friday and all fans ages 12 and under get to shoot a free throw on the court following the game! There’s a ton of fun to be had in 2016 with the Sevens so we look forward to seeing you there on Friday!

Gerald Chavis returns for the MLK concert on Friday, Jan 15

Music School of Delaware MLK & Black History Tribute

The Music School’s faculty and guest artists will celebrate Dr. King’s birthday and honor the lives and contributions of other famous African Americans. This year’s program features William Grant Still’s Panamanian Dances, Arthur Benjamin’s Jamaican Rumba, and the hit song, Run, Joe, originally made famous by Louis Jordan and Maya Angelou. This year, the Music School’s artists recreate the Benny Goodman Sextet of the late 1930s, in a 100th birthday celebration of legendary jazz guitarist, Charlie Christian.

For more on what’s happening and where on Friday, visit here…

Being Fearless: Improv 101

Imagine a world where you make no mistakes, everything is a gift, and everyone has your back. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well it’s not, it’s improv comedy…and now you can try it too! Join Fearless Improv and City Theater Company for their first ever improvisational class and class show!

Wilmington Coin Show

Buy, sell or just find out how much your coins are worth at the Wilmington Coin Show presented by The Wilmington Coin Club. Free Admission. US, World, Ancient, Currency, Tokens, and Medals. 50 Dealers.

Wine About What Ales You

Celebrate good wine, ale, spirits, food, and friends. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided by Penn Bistro from William Penn High School.

For more on what’s happening and where this Saturday, visit here…

Invention Convention 2016 at Hagley Museum

The Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend event will explore the fascinating world of robotics with robotic demonstrations, hands-on engineering challenges, and in-person conversations with professionals who use robots in their daily work.  Visitors will discover how the Wilmington Police Department uses bomb robots to dispose of explosive devices.  They will also be able to create a series of simple Hagley “robots” using hydraulic pumps, gears, and circuits.

Clean Living Class

Join Amy Marshall, a family Health Coach from Creating Healthy Roots, to learn how to become a clean living detective and understand what the ingredients are in everyday products. She will help you implement simple ways to detoxify your home, mind, and body. Amy provides education and trusted solutions that actually work! In addition, you will be introduced to DIY cleaning products and be given samples to try in your home.

For more on what’s happening and where this Sunday, visit here…

Events Honoring Martin Luther King, Jr.

Celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. “The time is always right to do what is right.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. Your guide to events, volunteer opportunities and activities that support and honor Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service in and around North Delaware.

Arts All Day GarageBand Workshop

Channel your inner rock star! Beginners and experts alike can make music like a professional using Apple’s popular program. Learn how to play, record, mix, and share your creations worldwide in this rocking GarageBand workshop at Darlington Arts Center!

For more on what’s happening and where this Monday, visit here…