by Simon Cousins | Oct 31, 2023 | Public Relations Committee
It is with profound sorrow that we reflect upon the recent passing of a beloved member of our Midtown Brandywine family, Marilyn J. “Lyn” Doto. As we embark on this retrospective journey, we are gently reminded of the indelible mark she left upon our community, our...
by Simon Cousins | Oct 31, 2023 | Public Relations Committee
Midtown Brandywine resident, Jason Hoover, has passionately spearheaded the Midtown Monarch Monitors butterfly program, establishing an enthusiastic community around these beautiful creatures in a single season. Aside from his butterfly endeavors, Jason is the...
by Natasha Poppe | Oct 31, 2023 | Events Committee
The Midtown Brandywine Block Party 2023 is in our memory books, Facebook pages, and photo libraries! The food was fantastic, the friends old and new were delightful, and the raffle/silent auction donations amazing. There are so many great volunteers and donors to...
by Simon Cousins | Oct 16, 2023 | Greenscape Committee
Hummingbirds are unmistakably recognizable with their tiny size, fast wingbeats and iridescent feathers. And while there are hundreds of species in the Americas, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird is the only one to nest here in Delaware. Ruby-throated males and females...
by Simon Cousins | Oct 13, 2023 | Events Committee
Neighbors, breaking news. Due to predicted inclement weather, the annual Midtown Brandywine Block Party has been rescheduled to this Sunday, October 15, starting at 1pm.
by Simon Cousins | Oct 9, 2023 | Public Relations Committee
Welcome to the Midtown Brandywine News, October 2023. This month’s editor is Natasha Poppe. Stories: Midtown Brandywine’s Annual Block Party 2023 Community Park to be Revitalized Mayor Forms Electric Vehicle Charging Station Study Group Plant of the Month:...
by Simon Cousins | Oct 9, 2023 | Greenscape Committee
The Midtown Brandywine Neighbors Association Greenscape Committee has arranged with a local nursery to get a great deal on some perfect species for fall planting. These are small “plugs” that will cost $2.50 or less, and as a group we need to order 50 of each plant...
by Simon Cousins | Oct 9, 2023 | Greenscape Committee
If you asked me, I would say every gardener should make room for Asters. They are a sturdy native perennial group that blooms well into the fall, supporting pollinators when most other blooms are finished. They aren’t mini-daisies. They aren’t Mums, although some...
by Simon Cousins | Oct 9, 2023 | Planning Committee
The Mayor has established a study group headed by our neighbor, Bob Goff, City Solicitor, to draft a city-wide policy regarding charging stations in residential areas. Most of the members are members of the administration or civil service but there are three citizens...
by Simon Cousins | Oct 9, 2023 | Greenscape Committee
Deconstruction has begun at the northeast corner of H. Fletcher Brown Park (HFBP) at the corner of S Park Drive, King Street, and Market Street. During Phase I of the renovation project, Delaware Natural Resources (DNREC) will be tearing down the pagoda and regrading...
