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Saturday, August 21, 2021
Danville Farmer’s Market at Crossroads Christian Church – (3613 N. Vermilion, Danville) Enjoy locally grown and homemade products; 8:00AM-Noon.
Saturday Morning Summer Sounds & Farmers’ Market at the Danville Public Library – (319 N. Vermilion, Danville) Shop an eclectic mix of produce, food & art along with live music; 9:00AM-1:00PM.
STEP Recovery Center “Second Annual Ride for Recovery” at Village Mall – (2917 N. Vermilion St, Danville) The ride leaves from the parking lot near McDonald’s & ends at the Catlin Community Center, 109 S. Sandusky, Catlin; Registration at 10:00AM, Kickstands Up at 11:00AM. Cost is $20 per driver & $5.00 per passenger. All vehicles are welcome. Honoring those in recovery & the ones who have lost their battle.
Middle Fork Jeep Fest – (20640 N 530 East Rd, Oakwood) Open to all Jeep models; 10:00AM-7:00PM. All proceeds will go to the Mission K9 Warrior that provide trained PTSD service dogs to local veterans. Admission fee is $20 per jeep (includes driver admission) $10 each additional adult passenger, Kids 15 & under are free with an adult. We will have a mud bog & 2 obstacle courses (unlimited use for $10), Jeep show & shine, trophies, DJ, food vendors, & live music in the evening with “The After Party”.
TreeClimbers Genealogy Group at Hoopeston Public Library – (110 N 4th St, Hoopeston) For beginners to experienced genealogists to share tips, explore family history & more; 10:30AM.
Aramis Ramirez Signing at Bricks and Ivy Sports – (201 E. Main, Hoopeston) Noon-1:30PM; Tickets available at www.bricksandivysports.com.
100 Haircuts Back2School Kickoff at the Palmer Arena – (100 W. Main, Danville) DK2 will provide 100 free haircuts, also enjoy free music, food & prizes for the community; Doors Open at Noon; Doors Close at 5:00PM. Cutz by Dazey’s Hair Lab & music by DJ Swift. Special Guests: DaJaun Gouard, DACC Head Basketball Coach and Nikia McGlory, DACC Head Cheerleading Coach featuring basketball and cheerleading drills.
Sleepy Creek Vineyards – (8254 E 1425 North Rd, Fairmount) Winery Open Noon-6:00PM
Open Roller Skating at Illini Skateland – (8 Brewer Rd, Danville) 1:00-4:00PM; Admission $7.00. Laser Tag, Miniature Golf, & Batting cages also available.
Fischer Theatre Showing “Braveheart” – Saturday & Sunday – (158 N. Vermilion, Danville) Saturday Showtimes: 3:00PM & 7:00PM. Sunday Showtime: 2:00PM. Admission is free will donation at the door to benefit the Vermilion Heritage Foundation.
Chris Oberheim Memorial Softball Game at Danville Stadium – (610 Highland Blvd, Danville) Danville PD vs Decatur PD vs Champaign PD (Featuring a team of Chris’ former players) Gates Open 3:00PM; Event Starts at 5:00PM. Admission is Free, Enjoy Door prizes & Raffles, Fireworks, Food & Drinks, Family Fun & Entertainment. All proceeds will be donated to Peackemaker Project 703. Extra seating available if stands are full, bring a lawn chair!
Live Music at the Kickapoo Park Bistro – (10906 Kickapoo Park Rd, Oakwood) Live music with Logan Kirby; 5:00-7:00PM.
Fischer Theatre Showing “Braveheart” – Saturday & Sunday – (158 N. Vermilion, Danville) Saturday Showtimes: 7:00PM. Sunday Showtime: 2:00PM. Admission is free will donation at the door to benefit the Vermilion Heritage Foundation.
Open Roller Skating at Illini Skateland – (8 Brewer Rd, Danville) 7:00-10:00PM; Admission $10.00. Laser Tag, Miniature Golf, & Batting cages also available.
Sunday, August 22, 2021
Sleepy Creek Vineyard – (8254 E 1425 North Rd, Fairmount) Winery Open Noon-6:00PM; Winey Mary 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.
Bingo at Danville VFW Post #728 – (8 Pine St, Danville) 2:00PM
Fischer Theatre Showing “Braveheart” – (158 N. Vermilion, Danville) Showtime: 2:00PM. Admission is free will donation at the door to benefit the Vermilion Heritage Foundation.
