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Brandywine in White is Saturday–and the forecast is spectacular

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If you were waiting for a weather report to commit to Brandywine in White, the popular popup dinner, start packing your picnic hamper.

seatEach year, food and wine enthusiasts gather at a location that’s kept secret until the day of the event, although hosts Vince and Elizabeth Moro have been known to let the cat of the bag early. No word yet on this year’s destination but Vince promises it is exceptional. And with clear skies and a high of 80 degrees, it’s shaping up to be the best BIW yet.

Here’s how it works. Guests dress in their spiffiest white outfits, bring their own place settings, centerpieces, food and drink. The hosts provide tables and chairs. Each year, proceeds benefit a local cause.

I’ve been to several BIW events, as well as BIW’s winter counterpart, Brandywine in Black. I can tell you it’s always a great time. BIW is Saturday, August 24 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. For tickets, visit https://biw2019.brownpapertickets.com

Art auction benefits Habitat for Humanity

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I like art. I certainly enjoy a party. And I’m passionate about the good work done by Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County.

unnamedOn April 8, Habitat is hosting its second live auction and art show to raise money to help people who need homes. The event is in memory of longtime Habitat supporter and art lover Judy McCabe, who worked tirelessly to plan last year’s successful auction of paintings donated by Dick Poole, a lawyer and collector with terminal cancer who made this event part of his considerable legacy to the community.

A year later, both Judy and Dick are gone. But their dedication to helping others lives on.

This year’s event, aptly titled There is no pARTy without ART, will be held at Christ Church Christiana Hundred in Greenville, 6-8:30 p.m. It’s co-chaired by ardent art patrons Cindy Pettinaro Wilkinson and Stephen Mottola. Tickets are $80 for couples, $50 for individuals.

I’ll be there. Hope you will be, too!