Vermilion Advantage Releases Events Schedule

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PROVIDED BY VERMILION ADVANTAGE

Inside Vermilion County

February Issue

To view this months issues of “Inside Vermilion County” visit our website!

https://www.vermilionadvantage.com/inside-vermilion-county-magazine/february-2023/

Learn More About Leadership Tomorrow Here

Participant Application Here

Jobs

Workforce Development needs your feedback! Sponsored survey by State Representative Mike Marron – see survey here

Illinois Angel Investment Tax Credit – see news release here

Vermilion Advantage Job Board – For current, local job opportunities posted directly by employers, please see the Vermilion County Jobs Board at www.vermilionadvantage.com/job-board – Vermilion Advantage is Vermilion County, Illinois’ electronic resource for career and occupational opportunities, employer profiles, career information, K-16 education programs and partnerships in our area. Learn more about local training through Danville Area Community College and other local training resources. It’s all here. If you need help to be set up as a user on our Vermilion County Jobs Board page to post job openings, please contact Vermilion Advantage at 217-442-6201.

Honors & Achievements

Monday, February 6th, Iroquois Federal cut the ribbon at their new location at 655 Dixie Highway in Hoopeston, Illinois. The new branch replaced the old location located less than a mile north and employs 6 staff members. Vermilion Advantage and the Hoopeston Chamber were there to support the new branch along with Iroquois Federal employees and community stakeholders.

In November 2022 CRIS Healthy Aging welcomed Lisa Miller as their new executive director – see release here

Welcome New Members

Vermilion Advantage welcomes new member Lisa Goodner Agency – Farmers Insurance!

Amy Hoose (left), the vice president of market development and scrap procurement for the Danville-based Bryant Industries, gave a presentation to the Danville Noon Rotary on Jan. 23 in the Fischer Theatre. Ms. Hoose showed the 25 Rotarians in attendance the work Bryant does in recycling and in hauling construction materials from work sites. Shown here with Ms. Hoose is Sergeant at Arms Tonya Hill.

Healthcare

OSF Pediatrics offers care from infancy through the teenage years – see flyer here

Crosspoint Human Services Offers Mental Health & Psychiatric Services – see news release here

Rosecrance “On You Radar” Podcast – See “The Overlap Between Mental Illness and Substance Use” episode here

Mental Health First Aid Training – see youth schedule here; see adult schedule here

CRIS Healthy Aging Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Seminar – February 15 at Danville and March 9 in Champaign . See Danville flyer here; Champaign flyer here

Education

DACC Corporate Education 2023 Training Opportunities – see flyer here

Illinois Small Business Center at DACC – see upcoming classes & training events here

Tom and Beth Chamberlain (right) recently established the Harold and Emily Jean Hull Scholarship at Danville Area Community College as a tribute to Beth’s parents. The endowed scholarship provides support for students who graduate from DACC and transfer to the University of Illinois to major in education, library sciences, business, or finance. Shown here along with the Chamberlains and the “Big Check” are DACC President Stephen Nacco and DACC Foundation Executive Director Tonya Hill.

Jim & Betty Richards

Jim and Betty Richards of Hoopeston met when Jim taught Betty how to drive in Driver’s Ed in high school. “He can’t complain about my driving,” laughed Betty when talking about his teaching career. The couple got married in 1989 and have been involved in the Hoopeston community in one way or another ever since.

Both born and raised in Hoopeston, Jim taught many different classes from PE to history to consumer economics as well as driver’s education. Betty was the secretary for the superintendent. Now both retired, they find ways to continue their service to students as well as other avenues.

Jim started his career in Bismarck where he was asked to step up into the vacant wrestling coach position. “I had zero background in wrestling, but I was a two-year letter in gymnastics at Eastern Illinois University. So, I used what I knew. I got the kids into shape, and they did so well.” Once Jim came to teach in Hoopeston, he was able to bring what he had learned to the small program. “The program kept growing. I taught the wrestlers, and the wrestlers taught me. I always had my book with me with rules and moves – I was always looking for knowledge. If it was good, we used it. I had the best assistants and fantastic kids.”

Jim retired in 1994, and Betty in 2011. Upon retirement, the couple became heavily involved in the Lorraine Theatre Foundation. Betty said, “A friend of mine asked me to go with a group of people to go see the theatre after it had been shuttered for quite some time to see what kind of shape it was in. Jim didn’t want to go, but before going in, here came Mr. Richards from across the street.” The theatre was in bad shape. A couple of weeks later, a group of 12 met at the bowling alley, and Jim was elected to be the chair of the foundation. A Hoopeston native had purchased the Lorraine as well as the Little Lorraine and donated them to the foundation. After Christmas in 2013, the first movie, ‘Fast and Furious’, was shown at the Little Lorraine in order to help earn money to support their efforts.

Since then, both theaters are up and running. They host movies, plays, bands, and events to raise money to continue improvements. Last year, Jim stepped down as president and Betty stepped into the treasurer role. The couple continues to pour their hearts into the project for the community. “We’ve turned a corner,” talking with pride about how far they have come.

Thank you, Jim and Betty, for your continued dedication to Hoopeston Area and Vermilion County.

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Announcements & Community

BIGG Tip of the Week:3 Daily Rituals to Reach Your Full Potential

Our ancestors went to bed when it got dark. Research shows going dark, about an hour before it’s time to go to sleep, works wonders. Ideally, you’ll dim the lights, turn off the computer and put your smartphone away. If you just can’t stand that thought, dim your screens and consume calming content. Sleep like a cave dweller for your BIGG success! Get more tips from BIGG Success here.

Leadership Tomorrow is seeking sponsors for The Amazing Race – see flyer here

Local Sponsors Needed for DLO Social Media Contest – see flyer here

City of Danville CDBG-CV Small Business Assistance Grant Program – see news release here

MidWest America Federal Credit Union Share Certificate Special

see flyer here

Motley Food Menu Options

see menu here. Visit https://www.facebook.com/MotleyFoodDanville/.

Doug Ireland – Prudential Advisor

Contributing to your IRA not only helps you save for retirement, but could also help when filing your taxes. Call me at 217-516-7778 or email doug.ireland@prudential.com to schedule an appointment today! Prudential and its representatives do not give legal or tax advice.

Illinois Housing Development Association’s Court-Based Rental Assistance Program (CBRAP) is a court-based rental assistance program for people who are facing eviction and are in court proceeding – see program information here

ECICAA Announces the Start of the Energy Assistance Program

see news release here

ECICAA February Issue VOCA here

Mimi’s Kitchen & Catering Menu Options

see buffet pricing here

see appetizer menu here

see entrée menu here

see dessert menu here

Healthy Eating Options menu here.

Visit www.mimiskitchen-catering.com

Danville Office Space for Lease – see flyer here

Upcoming Member Events

February 10 & 11 DLO Musical Theatre Present “Ghost: The Musical” – see details here

February 11 Hoopeston Multi Agency will have their senior dance. Meal starts at 5:00pm and Dixie Flyers is from 6:00PM-8:00PM. Charge is $8 – Please call 217-283-5544 to make a reservation

February 11 Bricks and Ivy Sports is hosting an autograph signing with Chicago Cubs World Series Champion Manager Joe Maddon – see flyer here

February 11 Neuhoff Media Home & Auto Show – See sponsorship and booth opportunities here; see how your business can be part of the show here

February 12 Super Bowl Party at the Danville Boat Club – Open to Public – see flyer here

February 12 The Vermilion County Museum Society is Celebrating Abraham Lincoln’s 214 birthday – see details here

February 14 Enjoy A Valentine’s Day Exclusive Movie Event at the Fischer Theatre – see details here

February 16 Leadership Tomorrow Reunion – see flyer here

February 20 Luxe Lift Grand Opening – see flyer here

February 22 Please Join Birth to Five Illinois Region 54 for a Parent Focus Group – see flyer here

February 23 Love INC of Vermilion County 2023 Annual Fundraising Banquet – see flyer here

March 3 Danville’s Got Talent – see news release here; see flyer here

March 4 Project Success Casino Night Fundraiser – see flyer here

March 19 Vermilion County Conservation District’s Maple Syrup Fest – see details here

Danville Public Library – see upcoming events here

Danville Public Library will be closing Wednesday, February 8 at 1:00 for water main repairs. They will reopen Thursday February 9 at 9:00AM

112 Wine and Coffee Shoppe:

Shoppe Hours: Monday-Thursday: 6:00AM-10:00PM; Friday & Saturday: 6:00AM-11:00pm & Sunday: 8:00AM-2:00PM

American Legion Post 210:

Friday Dinner served 5:00PM-7:00PM with options of beer battered fish, shrimp, and a variety of sandwiches

Big Thorn Farm & Brewery:

Bar Hours: Friday 3:00-9:00PM, Saturday Noon-9:00PM, Sunday 10:00AM–4:00PM
Enjoy our delicious craft beer, great food, and one-of-a-kind Greenhouse Bar setting. This is a heated, outdoor venue, so dress in layers! No reservations are required.

Danville Boat Club: (15750 Boat Club Road)

Big Burger Tuesday Members & Invited Guest- Doors Open at 5 orders taken starting at 5:30PM: Several burger, shrimp, and chicken options.
Thursday Lunch on the Lake – 11:00AM-2:00PM – open to public!
Thursday lunch menu here
February 12 Super Bowl Party at the Danville Boat Club – Open to Public – see flyer here

Danville Farmer’s Market: (First Presbyterian Church 100 N. Franklin, Danville)

February 4
March 4
April 1
Hours are 10:00AM-2:00PM

Fischer Theatre:

February 14 Enjoy A Valentine’s Day Exclusive Movie Event – only 100 tickets available! See details here
February 16 7:00PM movie showing of Beloved
February 17 7:00PM movie showing of Dream Girls
February 18 2:00PM & 7:00PM showings of the Disney/Pixar movie Soul
March 3 Danville’s Got Talent – see news release here; see flyer here
March 31 “That’s What She Said” Celebrating the power of Women’s Voices – see Details here
Visit atthefischer.com for ticket information

Gao Grotto:

This Friday we will be having a Valentines Dance.
We will be cooking a Spaghetti dinner, with garlic bread, and a salad.
Price is $10.
Service time is 5:30 til 7:30.
The Dixie Flyers Band will be playing in the hall from 7 til 9.

Sleepy Creek Vineyards:

Mondays: Yoga & Wine with Linda every Monday; Doors open at 5:30PM Class begins at 6:00PM, Cost is $10
Tuesdays: Yoga & Wine with Mandy every Tuesday; Doors open at 5:30PM Class begins at 6:00PM, Cost is $10
February 8: 12:00PM-7:00PM For a limited time, Wine Down ALL DAY Wednesday. $5 any glass of wine, small slushy, or small sangria. Take a mid-week break to relax and unwind!
February 10: 6:30PM-8:30Pm Live Music Series with Back Porch Boys
February 11: 6:30PM-11:00PM A Country Valentine’s. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with some dancing, drinks, food, friends and FUN! Tickets are $25 Get your tickets early, this show may sell out FAST!
February 12 2:00PM-5:00PM My Posh Galentine. Join us for the 2nd annual My Posh Galentine! This Galentine’s day event is all about Women uniting and getting together to celebrate each other. Grab some friends, best friends, besties, gal pals, amigas, and enjoy a super fun ladies event. Get your tickets early!! Don’t miss out!!
Sundays: Winey Mary Bar Every Sunday Noon-6:00PM
Sleepy Creek Hours: Sunday-Tuesday Noon-6:00PM; Wednesday-Thursday-Saturday Noon-7:00PM & Friday Noon-9:00PM. Please visit our Facebook page at Sleepy Creek Vineyards or online at www.sleepycreekvineyards.com for updates

Turtle Run: