Live and Local Series

Live & Local: Red Smith

Thursday · July 9th · 5:30PM | Free to attend | All ages
Location: Knight’s Bar at The Queen

Wilmington-based singer-songwriter Red Smith carves his name into the Americana landscape with raw and honest storytelling. Writing songs for what he calls “unincorporated country,” he explores a world defined by hard truths and resilience.

Live & Local: Myla Ondra Band

Saturday · July 11th · 6:00PM | Free to attend | All ages
Location: Makers Alley

Myla Ondra Band is a neo-soul and groove-based collective blending funk, vintage R&B, and soulful originals with a modern edge. Centered around rich vocals and live instrumentation, the band delivers warm, high-energy performances that bring a fresh yet nostalgic feel to every stage.

Live & Local: vernon james

Thursday · July 16th · 5:30PM | Free to attend | All ages
Location: Knight’s Bar at The Queen

Vernon James Jr, a Wilmington, DE native, Berklee College of Music Alumni, and a national and international touring saxophonist. I have worked with the likes of the Temptations, Four Tops, KRS-One, Talib Kweli, Justin Johnson, Doran Danoff, and more. Music teacher by day and professional musician by night. When I am not performing with other artists, my true passion is writing and producing original Jazz music for the masses to enjoy. Original album is set to drop late 2026! 

Live & Local: KEvin Burns

Saturday · July 18th · 6:00PM | Free to attend | All ages
Location: Makers Alley

Kevin is a Newark DE based singer/songwriter performing covers and originals in the Mid-Atlantic area.

Especially adept at providing an interactive experience with an audience, Kevin loves to take requests and have fun with the audience. His years of experience in the Wedding and Private Party market have helped mold him into a versatile performer, equally as comfortable at a restaurant, cocktail hour, member event or a backyard barbecue.

Live & Local: Noelle & Jeremy

Thursday · July 23rd · 5:30PM | Free to attend | All ages
Location: Knight’s Bar at The Queen

Noelle Picara and Jeremy Hebbel are a married couple performing a mix of original songs and covers. With a decade of experience performing together, the chemistry between the two makes for an engaging and genuine performance.

Live & Local: Lori Citro & The Accidentals

Saturday · July 25th · 6:00PM | Free to attend | All ages
Location: Makers Alley

Lori Citro and the Accidentals are a lively original pop rock band consisting of core group Lori- (Keys and Vox), Clem DaVinci (Bass)and Jeff Dombchik (Drums), They’ve performed together for decades on the local scene and behind the scene in musical pit bands. With the help of her band “The Accidentals”, Lori’s songs have a unique style, with an indie type of influence – the songs evoke the emotions of her life’s experiences on love, relationships, hopes, and dreams.