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What’s Happening in Vermilion County This Weekend
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The following information is gathered from many sources and published by
Vermilion Advantage as a community service. It is presented here as a public service by Neuhoff Media.
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Friday, May 11, 2018
Conservation Olympics at Forest Glen – (Edgewood Center, 20301 E 900 North Rd, Westville) This free event will feature 6th graders from area schools competing in athletic events while testing their environmental knowledge; 9AM-3PM.
Seniors Coffee Time at Danville Public Library – (319 N. Vermilion, Danville) 9:30-10:30AM Seniors 60+ are invited to join us for games, crafts, conversations & of course, coffee.
Seniors Coffee Time at Oakwood Public Library – (110 E. Finley, Oakwood) 10AM
Sleepy Creek Vineyards/Wieners & Wine/Live Music – (Located 3.5 miles south of Oakwood) Winery Open 10AM-9PM; Enjoy Wieners & Wine every Friday from 5-8PM. You buy the drinks & bring your lawn chairs; we provide the hot dogs, fixings and fire to roast it over, also Free Music from 6:30-8:30PM with Dustin Danger.
Fish Fry at Hoopeston’s North Fork Conservation Club – (4148 N 1700 E Rd, Hoopeston) Featuring Dine in or Carry out dinners with choice of Fish – wet or dry batter, Shrimp, Chicken strips, 2 corn dogs, Tenderloins – breaded or grilled, Hamburger or Cheeseburger with 2 sides of French fries, onion rings, coleslaw, baked beans, mushrooms or hush puppies; 11AM-7PM. Cost is $8 + $2 Local Delivery (if needed).
DACC Men’s Baseball Vs. Lincoln Land at Danville Stadium – (610 Highland Blvd, Danville)Game Time 3PM
American Legion Post #210 Dinner – (1600 N. Jackson St., Danville) Fish, Shrimp, Chicken, Tenderloin, Burgers/Sides beginning at 5PM; Everyone is welcome!
Ladies’ Night at Catlin American Legion – (104 Commercial St, Catlin) Ladies are invited to check out a variety of Vendors and $1 Tacos, $2 Nacho Supremes, $3 mixed drink specials; 5-8PM.
Dinner & Live Music at Knights of Columbus – (310 Bryan Ave, Danville) Dinner featuring Beer battered fish, chicken & shrimp with sides of French fries, coleslaw, bread, & dessert; 5:30-7:00PM. Fish or Chicken dinner Cost is $7 Adults & $4 Children, Shrimp dinner $8. Live Music featuring Daryll Heath & Friends; 7-10PM. Cover charge is $5.
Dinner on the Deck at Turtle Run – (332 E. Liberty Lane, Danville) Featuring $8 Cheeseburger & French fries; 6-9PM.
Open Roller Skating at Illini Skateland – (8 Brewer Rd., Danville) 7-10PM Admission is $7.50 + skate rental; if applicable. Family Rate: Up to 6 persons for $35 (one adult must be present). Lazer tag also available.
The Little Lorraine Theater Presents “Lady Bird” – Friday & Saturday – (214 E. Main, Hoopeston) Shows are: Friday 7:00PM; Saturday 7:00PM; A teenager navigates a loving but turbulent relationship with her mother over the course of an eventful & poignant senior year of high school. Admission is $5 Adults & $2 Children (Under 12). All proceeds fund the Lorraine Theatre restoration.
DLO Musical Theatre Present “Sister Act” at DACC’s Bremer Theater – All Weekend – (2000 E. Main, Danville) A feel-good musical comedy based on the hit film; Friday 7:30PM Performance only; Saturday 6:30PM Dinner & Performance; Sunday 12:30PMDinner & Performance. Tickets for Friday $19 Adults & $10 Students. Tickets for Saturday or Sunday dinner show $37 Adults & $27 Students. Tickets may be purchased online at www.dlomusicaltheatre.com, by phone at 217-431-1660, at the Village Mall weekdays from 9AM-Noon. For more information, call the box office or emailboxoffice@dlomusicaltheatre.com.
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Saturday, May 12, 2018
Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale at First Presbyterian Church – (100 N. Franklin St, Danville) Featuring a wide selection of annuals, perennials, tomatoes, peppers, herbs, houseplants & local vendor Charlie Bedinger on hand selling compost; 7AM-Noon.
Mom-osa’s & Waffles at Turtle Run – (332 E. Liberty Lane, Danville) Bring Mom & enjoy $4 Mimosa & $7 Waffle Bar; 8AM-Noon.
VC Animal Shelter Dogs & Cats Rabies Clinic in Westville – (North End Zamberletti Park)9AM-11AM with Doc Frailey. Rabies $19, 1 Year Rabies tags for dogs are $11-20; Rabies tags for cats are $7-$15.
“Tree Climbers” Free Genealogy Group at Hoopeston Public Library – (110 N. Fourth St, Hoopeston) For the experienced genealogist or beginners; 10AM.
ComicCon at Danville Public Library – (319 N. Vermilion, Danville) Dress up as your favorite comic book character & enjoy a host of games & activities; 10AM-1PM. All ages are welcome.
Sleepy Creek Vineyards – (Located 3.5 miles south of Oakwood) Winery Open 10AM-8PM
Kidz Movie Club at Danville Public Library – (319 N. Vermilion, Danville) For kids ages 5-11 (under 8 with a caregiver) featuring Miquel who dreams of being a musician & explores his family’s history & their ban on music; Movie begins at 1PM.
Open Roller Skating at Illini Skateland – (8 Brewer Rd, Danville) 1-3PM; $5.50 + skate rental. Lazer Tag also available.
Book Reading at Danville Public Library – (319 N. Vermilion, Danville) Join local author Jennifer Earls as she presents a reading from her book, The Hostages: A Story of Two Soldiers; 3:30PM.
Music at Kickapoo Park Bistro – (1 Clear Pond, Oakwood) Come listen to live music featuring Buck & Tinys Acoustic Revue; 4-6PM. The Park Bistro offers you dining by the lake.
Kickapoo Motor Speedway – Full Racing Program + Midgets – (17528 N County Rd 1180 E, Oakwood) Full night of racing; Gates Open 4PM, Racing 7PM. Grandstand Prices: $13 Adults (includes $1 voucher for concessions), $5 Kids 6-12, Free – 5 & under.
American Legion Post #210 Dinner & Live Music – (201 Prospect Place, Danville) Tenderloins beginning at 5PM; Live Music featuring the Dixie Flyer Band; 7-10PM. Everyone is welcome!
DLO Musical Theatre Present “Sister Act” at DACC’s Bremer Theater – All Weekend – (2000 E. Main, Danville) A feel-good musical comedy based on the hit film; Friday 7:30PM Performance only; Saturday 6:30PM Dinner & Performance; Sunday 12:30PM Dinner & Performance. Tickets for Friday $19 Adults & $10 Students. Tickets for Saturday or Sunday dinner show $37 Adults & $27 Students. Tickets may be purchased online atwww.dlomusicaltheatre.com, by phone at 217-431-1660, at the Village Mall weekdays from 9AM-Noon. For more information, call the box office or emailboxoffice@dlomusicaltheatre.com.
The Little Lorraine Theater Presents “Lady Bird” – Friday & Saturday – (214 E. Main, Hoopeston) Shows are: Friday 7:00PM; Saturday 7:00PM; A teenager navigates a loving but turbulent relationship with her mother over the course of an eventful & poignant senior year of high school. Admission is $5 Adults & $2 Children (Under 12). All proceeds fund the Lorraine Theatre restoration.
Fischer Theatre Comedy Fundraiser with Stewart Huff – (158 N. Vermilion St, Danville) This event is intended for mature audiences; Doors open at 7PM, Show starting at 8PM. Tickets are $15 in advance & $17 at the door. VIP tickets are also available which include Premium seating & a Meet & Greet with Stewart Huff after the show. To purchase advance tickets, visit https://event.attendstar.com/event/show/fischer-theatre-comedy-fundraiser/
Open Roller Skating at Illini Skateland – (8 Brewer Rd, Danville) 7-11PM; $8.50 + skate rental. Lazer tag also available.
Mike’s Karaoke at Knights of Columbus – (310 Bryan Ave, Danville) A unique music/video type of Karaoke; 7-11PM.
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Sunday, May 13, 2018
Carter Metropolitan CME Church Mother’s Day Dinner at Danville Masonic Lodge – (109 W. North St, Danville) Dinners with dessert & drink are a Adults a $15 donation & Kids $10 ages 12 & younger; Noon-3PM. All are welcome.
Once in a Blue Moon Vintage Market – Open All Weekend – (433 N. Gilbert, Danville) Open the 2nd weekend of each month on Thursday 5-8PM, Friday & Saturday 10AM-5PM, & Sunday Noon-5PM.
The House of Florence – Open All Weekend – (103 N. Main, Fithian) Open the 2nd weekend each month Thursday – Sunday carrying eclectic antiques, unique interiors & fabrics/upholstery. Thursday 5-8PM; Friday & Saturday 10AM-5PM; & Sunday Noon-5PM. Celebrating Moms & Memorial Day.
Sleepy Creek Vineyard Winery/Mom’s Day – (Located 3.5 miles south of Oakwood) Winery Open Noon-6PM Bloody Sunday bar – create your own Winey Mary/Bloody Mary-style concoction with a wide selection of ingredients like fresh celery, pickles, olive, tomato juice, Tabasco, pepper, bloody Mary mix, & more. Mom’s Day events include free music with the Bashful Youngens, specialty drinks will be $; 2-4PM; the Cafecito Cubano Food Truck beginning at Noon.
DLO Musical Theatre Present “Sister Act” at DACC’s Bremer Theater – All Weekend – (2000 E. Main, Danville) A feel-good musical comedy based on the hit film; Friday 7:30PM Performance only; Saturday 6:30PM Dinner & Performance; Sunday 12:30PM Dinner & Performance. Tickets for Friday $19 Adults & $10 Students. Tickets for Saturday or Sunday dinner show $37 Adults & $27 Students. Tickets may be purchased online at www.dlomusicaltheatre.com, by phone at 217-431-1660, at the Village Mall weekdays from 9AM-Noon. For more information, call the box office or email boxoffice@dlomusicaltheatre.com.
Bingo at the VFW #728 – (8 Pine St., Danville) 2PM
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