Saturday, October 12, 2019

See the movies playing this weekend at: Danville Village Mall Cinemas, https://www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/danville

For those doing a little shopping over the weekend, click on our "Uniquely Our Own" link listing some of the unique retail shops we have in the area at https://www.vermilionadvantage.com/retail.

And see more information about our parks, museums, historical sites & more in the Danville Area Visitors’ Guide.

Please feel free to share this information with others! 

Lorna J. Konsis Coffee & Donut 5K Fun Run at Forest Glen – (20301 E 900 North Rd, Westville) Starting at the Meadowlark Shelter Registration begins at 7:30AM; Race Begins 9AM. Held by the Lorna J. Konsis Memorial Foundation.

Flu Clinic at Carle on Fairchild – (311 W. Fairchild, Danville) The walk-in clinic is for adults only & no appointment is necessary; 8AM-2PM. Carle patients may choose direct billing- Please have your clinic number & insurance card, Medicare recipients Please bring your Medicare card, Others please plan to pay at time of service. Cost is seasonal flu shot $40, High-dose flu shot $70. For more information call 217-326-5000 or online at www.carle.org/flu.

Saturday Morning Summer Sounds & Farmers Market at Danville Public Library - (319 N. Vermilion, Danville) Enjoy family-friendly activities, vendors & live music with Jalynn Michelle & Between Us; 9AM-1PM.

Halloween Costume Giveaway at Westville Public Library – (233 S. State St, Westville) The costume giveaways will be October 12 from 10:00AM-Noon in the library community room.

Scented Fall Centerpiece Craft Class at Senior Source – (7 E. North St, Danville) This class is for adults 50+ and includes all supplies provided to create your own scented cloth pumpkin centerpiece; 10AM-Noon. Cost is $10 & pre-registration is required. Register at www.seniorsourcedanville.com, Facebook SeniorSourceDanville, or by phone at 217-274-7239.

Fall Mushroom Program & Hike at Forest Glen – (20301 E 900 North Rd, Westville) Andrew Miller, mycologist from Illinois Natural History Survey, will describe basic life cycles & proper identification of mushrooms in Illinois; 10AM-Noon. Beginning with a classroom portion followed by woodland mushroom hunt & hike. Pre-registration is required by contacting Forest Glen at 217-662-2142.

Author’s Fair at Danville Public Library – (319 N. Vermilion, Danville) Meet local authors, including local news presenter Doug Quick, from 10AM-2PM. Authors will have signed books available to purchase, participate in panel, presentations & more!

Once in a Blue Moon Vintage Market – Open All Weekend – (433 N. Gilbert, Danville) Antique & Vintage Market open the 2^nd weekend of each month on Thursday 5-8PM, Friday & Saturday 10AM-5PM & Sunday Noon-5PM.

Vermilion County Museum Illinois Freedom Project Exhibit – (116 N. Gilbert, Danville) This five-panel display presents the stories of freedom through the lens of the people, places & events covering 200 years of Illinois history; Museum Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-5PM.

House of Florence Open – Friday & Saturday – (103 N. Main, Fithian) Enjoy a Spooktacular antique display & sales; Friday 11AM-4PM; Saturday 11:00AM-1:30PM.

Senior Lunch Saturday at The Heron - (34 N. Vermilion, Danville) All are welcome to dine and Senior Citizens, ages 55+ will receive a 10% discount; 11:00AM-2:30PM.

Sleepy Creek Vineyards – (Located 3.5 miles south of Oakwood) Winery Open Noon-9PM.

Open Roller Skating at Illini Skateland – (8 Brewer Rd, Danville) 1-3PM or 3-5PM; $5.50 + skate rental. Lazer Tag also available.

Brayden Mincey Benefit at Sarge’s Tap – (409 E. Main, Danville) Brayden is 13 years old & had surgeries & continued medical procedures for Ulcerative Colitis; 3PM. Featuring Food, Auction, Silent auction, 50/50 Raffle, Live bands featuring American Pie, Big Guns, Boss Hogg & the Good Ol’ Boys, & 90 Proof. All proceeds will benefit the Mincey family medical expenses.

Live Music at Kickapoo Park Bistro - (1 Clear Pond, Oakwood) Featuring Well Spring Duo; 4-6PM. The Park Bistro serves a variety of food options.

Fish & Chicken Fry at Potomac’s American Legion Post #428 – (101 N. Grant St, Potomac) 4:30-7:00PM

Artist Reception at Danville Art League – (320 N. Franklin, Danville) Artist reception featuring Sunny Strader, a Danville High School graduate; 5-7PM. The exhibit is a photographic demonstration of Strader revisiting her fifth-grade classmates in their adult lives.

Chicken Noodle Dinner & Live Music at Knights of Columbus – (310 Bryan Ave, Danville) Chicken Noodle Dinner; 5:30-7:00PM. Cost is $8 Adults & $4 Children. Live Music with the Logan Kirby Band; 7-10PM. Cover charge is $5 at the door.

Woofstock at The Heron – (34 N. Vermilion, Danville) Featuring the magic of David Boothe, Silent auction, Raffles, Hors d’Oeuvres, & the music of Cobalt; 6-9PM. Tickets are $30 per person & all proceeds go to support the Humane Society of Danville.

Glow Ride at Hoopeston’s Lorraine Theatre – (324 E. Main, Hoopeston) Light up your golf cart, ATV, scooter or bike for a Glow Ride through Hoopeston. Registration begins 6:30-7:30PM; Parade begins at Dusk (approximately 8PM). Entry fee is $20 for golf carts or $10 for ATV, bike or scooter. All proceeds benefit the restoration project for the Lorraine Theatre.

Open Roller Skating at Illini Skateland – (8 Brewer Rd, Danville) 7-10PM; $8.50 + skate rental. Lazer tag & Miniature Golf also available.

After Hours Skate at Illini Skateland – (8 Brewer Rd, Danville) 7PM-Midnight Cost is $15 or 10PM-Mindnight Cost is $10

Illini Skateland Haunted House – (8 Brewer Rd, Danville) 7PM-Midnight; Cost is $10 per person

Days Hotel Bar & Grill Karaoke Night - (77 N. Gilbert, Danville) 9PM-1AM

Please let me know of any upcoming events that I might be unaware of! 

Rachel Haun

Vermilion Advantage
15 N. Walnut St.
Danville, IL 61832
217-442-6201, Ext. 110
Fax: 217-442-6228
e-mail: rhaun@vermilionadvantage.com
web: www.vermilionadvantage.com