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Check Out Our New Blog!
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 WDI has created a new blog! We'll be writing all about downtown experiences including attractions, dining, retail and more! Our first blog is about The Cape Fear Museum. The new 'Pirates' exhibit was amazing! We encourage everyone to visit the museum before September in order to see it. Please click the link below to view our all new blog, and don't forget to subscribe to it! www.wilmingtondowntown.wordpress.com
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Downtown Sundown
| Fridays from June 3 to September 2
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Riverfront Park
The Funky Monks show raised $800 for WHET. Click here to read more.  This Friday, July 1, Zoso will put on an ultimate Led Zeppelin experience. Half of the proceeds raised from wristband sales will help fund Techniques in Motion Booster, the portion of their company that raises money to offset fees for out-of-state travel for dancers. Click here for more information. On July 8, join us again for UV, the International U2 Tribute Band & Show. Half of the proceeds from wristbands will benefit Cape Fear Housing Land Trust.
Click here for more information about Downtown Sundown, including a complete list of performances, opening acts and charity dates.
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15th Annual Battleship Blast
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The North Carolina Battleship will host the 15th Annual Battleship Blast fireworks on Monday, July 4 at 9:05pm over the Cape Fear River in downtown Wilmington. Please arrive early to enjoy dinner downtown! Click here for more important information regarding parking, street closures and traffic.
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Edge Of Urge Birthday Sale
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Edge of Urge
18 Market Street
(910) 762-1662
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Show us Your Downtown:
Photo Contest
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You love downtown Wilmington and we want to see it! Bring us photos of your great experiences from Riverfront Park to downtown local shops and restaurants. We want to see those favorite moments or places through your eyes. Selected photos will be credited and used by WDI to showcase the beautiful downtown area. Photos must be in high resolution and submitted on a disc to the WDI office on 221 North Front Street, Suite 102 by July 15. Only photos submitted on a disc will be accepted, no emails please.
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| Riverfront Farmers' Market |
Saturdays All Summer!
8:00am - 1:00pm
Riverfront ParkSpend your Saturday mornings with fruits, crafts, and smiling faces. Curbside market featuring local farmers, producers, artists and crafters. Developed to encourage and promote the use of locally grown farm products and to enhance the quality of life in Greater Wilmington by providing a community activity that fosters social gathering and interaction.
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Riverside Dental Arts Open
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A ribbon cutting ceremony for Riverside Dental Arts was held on Friday, June 24. Mayor Saffo, WDI Board Member Michael Keeler and WDI Past Board Chairman Gene Merritt were in attendance. This dental practice is located on 124 Walnut Street in Suite 101 of Bannerman Station. Dr. Gabriel Rich and Dr. William Carmichael provide care for most dental needs, including all levels of general and preventive dentistry. 
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| Guerilla Theatre Presents... |
A comedy by Milo Schucavage. Tickets are $10 if purchased online at browncoattheatre.com or $15 at the door.
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Invest in Downtown & Become a 2011 Partner
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Please help WDI in promoting the growth and economic development of downtown Wilmington. The 2011 Partnership Program, which is designed for all budgets, allows businesses and members of the community to become even more involved with our organization. Click the partner logo to learn more.
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| Featured Property of the Month | |
Shrier Building
220 North Front Street
Property Size: 10,000 + SF
Sale Price: $799,000
Contact Phone:
(910) 763-7500
Click here for more information about this property.
To view other available properties, click here.
WDI allows REALTORS and landlords to post their listings on our website as a FREE service. Please click here to do so.
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WDI Partners Get a Discount on SpotOn Web Video
| Partners of Wilmington Downtown Inc. are now eligible for a $300 discount on a SpotOn Web Video. This is a customized, 1-2 minute video profile of your business that plays on your web site. The package includes shooting the video at your location, editing the video, hosting it and promoting the video on your web site as well as on the web sites for the Greater Wilmington Business Journal, Wilma magazine and Facebook. The cost is $150/month for WDI partners instead of $175/month. Click here to see videos already completed for local companies.
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Coupon of the Month
| Bella's Sweets & Spirits
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19 Market Street
(910) 762-2777
From a good cup of coffee to great homemade food, Bella's Sweets & Spirits is the place to go! Located in Historic Downtown Wilmington, this charming restaurant offers its customers a wide selection of coffee and espresso drinks, tea, smoothies, locally made ice cream and desserts, and delicious food all day long.
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Wilmington Downtown, Inc. (WDI) is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to promote the economic growth and development of downtown Wilmington.
John Hinnant President & CEO Wilmington Downtown, Inc. P.O. Box 2235
Wilmington, NC 28402 Phone: 910.763.7349 Fax: 910.343.6950 Email: john@wilmingtondowntown.com |
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| Innovations at the Hilton Riverside | |
New Summer Menu!
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Live Music at
The Soapbox
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The Soapbox
Friday, July 1:
Lamping Shades &
Tax Brandy Wine at 9:00pm
Saturday, July 2:
David Adusei at 9:30 pm
Tuesday, July 5:
Death of Paris at 9:00pm
Thursday, July 7:
Chauncey and the Free Spirits at 8:00pm
Friday, July 8:
Justin Lacy and the Swimming Machine at 9:00pm
Saturday, July 9:
Phantogram at 8:00pm
Sunday, July 10:
Jack's Mannequin at 3:00pm
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| Comedy | Dave Stone
Friday, July 1
& Saturday, July 2
8:00pm- 9:30pm
Nutt Street Improv and Comedy Room Details | |
Hannah Block Historic USO 4th of July Celebration
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Friday, July 1
12:00pm - 9:00pm
Historic Hannah Block USO Building
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| Art Exhibit | |
Harvest Ganong and Uliana Goncharova collaborate for their first Wilmington art exhibit to present a range of media from drawings to photography.
Saturday, July 2 9:00pm Calico
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Independence Day Celebration
| Come celebrate at The Children's Museum before the fireworks!
Monday, July 4 5:00pm - 9:00pm The Children's Museum of Wilmington Details | |
Red, White & Blue...Blue, Blanc, Rouge
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3 course Dinner $45/Adult $20/Child Fireworks Reservations by phone: 910-815-0200
Monday, July 4 - Thursday, July 14
9:00pm
Le Catalan French Cafe & Wine Bar
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Pirates Revenge Mystery Dinner Theatre
| There's nothing a dastardly pirate likes more than having a swaggering good-time celebration
July 7 - August 25 6:30pm - 9:00pm Front Street Brewery More Information | |
Star Sea Turtle Festival
| The first annual Sea Turtle Festival to benefit The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation
Friday, July 8 - Saturday, July 9
9:00am-9:00pm
Newcastle Antique Center More Information | |
| Battleship 101 | |
Learn Ways to Give your Home a Healthier Environment
Saturday, July 9
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Brawdeville
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Women in Performance Art
Friday, July 15 & Saturday, July 16
at 8:00pm
Level 5 at City Stage
More Information
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Downtown Sundown T-Shirts For Sale
| Red, Blue and Black Colors Available!
Click here for more information and to order now! |
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