Root for the Home Team
Head over to the Chase Fieldhouse (401 Garasches Lane, Wilm.) to catch the Delaware Blue Coats, the NBA G-League affiliate of the Philadelphia 76ers. It’s high-level basketball for a fraction of the cost of a Sixers ticket. This month the Blue Coats face off against Motor City Cruise on Saturday, Jan. 4 at 6pm (Health & Fitness Night presented by Anytime Fitness); the Memphis Hustle Sunday, Jan. 12 at 5pm (Youth Basketball Day); the Cleveland Charge on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 7pm and Saturday, Jan. 25 at 1pm (Great Outdoors Night presented by Delaware State Parks); and the Greensboro Swarm on Sunday, Jan. 26 at 1pm (Dinosaur Adventure Day presented by Delaware State Parks).
— More at BlueCoats.GLeague.NBA.com
Relax & Unwind
If you indulged a little too much during the holidays and are looking to reset your mind and body in the new year, join Bath House Holistic Healing Studio (3801 Kennett Pike, Greenville) on January 11 at 3pm for Meditation + Mocktails with Meg Geisewite, author of Intoxicating Lies. In this 90-minute class, you’ll learn the basics of meditation and mindfulness while sipping alcohol-free drinks from Frank’s Wine, and end with a calming sound bath. You’ll leave feeling relaxed and ready to embrace a healthier, more mindful year ahead. $40.
— More at TheBathhouseGreenville.com
Get on Your Feet
Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, The Grand (818 N. Market St., Wilm.) offers you two opportunities to turn your chilly winter evenings into hot, unforgettable nights of fun and music. On January 10, dust off your cowboy boots for country line dancing with DJ and award-winning choreographer Rob Holley. He’ll have you two-stepping the night away to your favorite country hits. On January 24, get ready to move to the sizzling salsa beats of DJ Papi Chulo with expert dance instruction by Joe Figueroa. Both dances take place in The Grand’s Studio One from 7-10pm. Admission is $7 and a cash bar is available.
— More at TheGrandWilmington.org
Work on Your Swing
If you’re looking to improve your golf game, but don’t want to brave the cold, Birdies Links & Drinks (320 Auto Park Dr., Middletown) offers an indoor virtual golf experience — no greens fees required! Take a private lesson from a pro, enjoy a round with friends, or tee off at one of two black-light mini golf courses. If golfing isn’t your thing, their simulators feature more than 20 additional sports and games, plus there’s a play area that includes cornhole, shuffleboard, ping pong and more. And if you build up an appetite after all this fun, you can grab a beer and a bite from their restaurant.
— More at BirdiesLinks.com
Become Fearless
City Theater Company’s resident improv group, Fearless Improv, hosts monthly Intro to Improv workshops that will help boost your creativity and confidence in a fun way. You’ll learn how to think on your feet, collaborate with others, and embrace spontaneity. This month’s class will be held January 18 from 4-6pm at The Delaware Contemporary (200 S. Madison St., Wilm.). Additional classes are each month through May 2025. Each class is $30 and includes free admission to one Fearless Improv show.
— More at City-Theater.org
Lace Up
Get a running start to the new year with three 5K events this January. Kick off 2025 on New Year’s Day with the Hangover Helper 5K at Olan Thomas Park in Newark, a perfect way to shake off the holiday indulgences. On January 25, enjoy the sweet Cocoa & Cupcakes 5K at Glasgow Park in Newark. Start 2025 active and energized!
— More at FusionRaceTiming.com
Dance, Dance, Dance
Join Movies on Tap, along with Jareth, Sarah, Hoggle and Ludo, for a screening of Jim Hensen’s cult classic Labyrinth at Penn Cinema Riverfront on January 24 at 6:30pm. Admission includes popcorn and two beers from Deschutes Brewery, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Delaware Hospice. As always, the Movies on Tap crew encourages guests to dress up as characters of the film to win cool prizes.
— More at PennCinema.com
