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THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PROVIDED BY VERMILION ADVANTAGE

Inside Vermilion County

May Issue

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Jobs

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

The Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) is a global, independent association of the world’s leading life insurance and financial services professionals from more than 500 companies in 70 nations and territories. Earlier in 2023, Doug Ireland, Financial Advisor with Prudential Advisors in Danville, became a Qualifying Member of MDRT! Contact Doug at 217-516-7778 or doug.ireland@prudential.com for a complimentary consultation today!

DACC Celebrates Community College Month IHSA ESports Sectional Tournament – see news release here

Danville High School 2023 Scholarship Recipients here

Healthcare

OSF Healthcare reopening Danville birthing center in September – see news release here

OSF Healthcare: Healthy Workplace Newsletter – see Spring edition here

OSF HealthCare Sacred Heart to Open New Wound Clinic – see news release here

Education

Project Success: Help Save Afterschool Program for 12,000 Students in Illinois – see flyer here

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

DACC Courses & Trainings:

DACC College for Kids Summer 2023 Camp – see news release here

DACC Adult Educational Summer 2023 Classes – see news release here

Deadlines to Apply for DACC Summer and Fall 2023 Health Career Programs – see details here

2023 DACC Training Opportunities – see flyer here

DACC Coordinated Engineering Program – see details here

Child Care Resource Services would like to encourage people to learn about the Grants and Scholarships that are available for Early Childhood and Education -see Higher Education Navigator Flyer here; see Early Childhood DACC flyer here; see ECACE Scholarship flyer here

New Member Alert

Vermilion Advantage would like to welcome new members Phelps Professional Services, LLC, Birth to Five Illinois & Hoopeston Area Women Making a Difference!

Allie Dawson

Allie Dawson is the fresh cup of Mad Goat coffee that gets you through your day. She is strong, sweet, and makes Vermilion County a better, happier, place. She has a multitude of talents and leads with a servant’s heart. She gives all the credit to God and believes there is no better way to show his love to others, than by spreading kindness.

Allie has spent her entire life in Vermilion County and happily calls it home. She is a Bismarck- Henning graduate, like her mom and 2 sisters, and currently works in the Bismarck school district teaching, “her sweet kindergarten babies”, and volunteering with the BHRA cheer squad. While in high school, she taught dance at Roselawn Dance by Merrit. She also dabbled in photography and upon graduating, started her own small business, A.T. Photography. She then took a year off from school to work at Mad Goat Coffee, which she explained was, “one of the coolest jobs she has ever been a part of”. After working at Mad Goat, she decided to go back to school to pursue her degree in elementary education. She currently works full time as a teacher, is a full-time student, and owns/operates A.T. Photography.

Allie’s drive and love for her hometown has been instilled in her by her parents. Her mom and dad have been a great asset to Vermilion County. Her mom buys/flips rental properties in the area, and currently has 2 air bnb’s in the works. Her dad is the owner of Dawson Logistics and Turtle Run Golf Course. Most of Allie’s family resides in Vermilion County and they have been her biggest support. Allie not only appreciates the support of her family but of the people of Danville as well. While working at Mad Goat Coffee she was able to build forever relationships; she met so many wonderful individuals, watched families grow, and heard countless stories about Danville. She also adores Downtown Danville and everything it has to offer. She attests that Green Island has the BEST Chinese food, Lovin Cup is always there to greet you with a smile, and the Local Farmhouse makes you feel so special from the moment you step in. You can’t forget Summer Sounds and First Fridays, they are unique events for all ages that really showcase what our community is all about!

I personally did not know Allie prior to this interview; however, I quickly realized her love for our community and its people. One of her co-workers reached out and stated that, “Allie makes our community a better place because she radiates joy. She is always happy, bubbly, smiling, laughing. You can’t help but to be in a better mood after talking with her and being around her. I am so glad that through her many jobs so many students have the chance to be around her and learn from her. She is a treasure!”

During our interview Allie was asked about her why, her response, “My why is because why not? Why not treat people with love and respect? Why not shoot someone a smile? Why not pay it forward? Why not? I have been so fortunate to have so many opportunities to love my community, through volunteering, to working at multiple small businesses, to owning my own small business. I could not imagine building this foundation anywhere else than here in Danville.”

Thank you, Allie Dawson, for building your foundation in Danville, for radiating joy, and spreading your kindness to everyone you meet. You truly are a Vermilion County treasure!

By Jodie Ingram

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Announcements & Community

BIGG Tip of the Week: How to Expand Your Mind…Literally

There’s this almond-shaped area at the base of your brain, called the amygdala. Research shows it expands with your social connections. What’s the secret to more friends? Break a cardinal rule: DO mix business with pleasure. It turns out that these complex relationships help you expand your mind – literally – which leads to BIGG success. For more tips from BIGG Success, click here. here.

Doug Ireland – Prudential Advisors

What financial worries keep you up at night? Retirement, College Savings, Long-Term Care? Contact me at 217-516-7778 or doug.ireland@prudential.com for a complimentary consultation today!

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

Motley Food Menu Options

see menu here. Visit https://www.facebook.com/MotleyFoodDanville/.Introducing a New Event Center in Vermilion County called Blue Heron Ranch – see flyer here

Rotary Memorial Way Flag Sales – see details here; see corporate sponsorship form here; see memorial way flag form here

The City of Danville is pleased to announce the incoming of Sonic Drive-In and separate Jimmy John’s – see news release here

City of Danville is excited to continue its efforts to preserve, maintain and replace its roads in 2023 – see news release here

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

Danville Dans Looking to Give Back to Community – see news release here

Danville Dans Looking for Host Families – see details here

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

Be a voice from Vermilion County community to discuss Early Childhood service needs – see flyer here

Vermilion County Conservation District 2023 Camp Programs – see flyer here; see program registration here

Vermilion County Conservation District Programs and Events – see here

SAVE THE DATE Vermilion Regional Airport is pleased to announce the return of the very popular “Cheeseburger Night” – see news release here

Need Help Finding & Affording Quality Child Care? Child Care Resource Service is here to help – see flyer here; see who we are and what we do here; see higher educational navigator flyer here

Reach 1 Coach 1 Basketball Skills – see details here

The State is resuming redetermination for Medicaid patients – see flyer here

East Central Illinois Community Action Agency VOCA – May Newsletter

Monyok Leadership Rise and Grind

Monyok Leadership Introduces The Lab: The Lab is an exclusive monthly leadership innovation experience for organizations serious about inspiring and innovating with their leaders.

Apply to bring The Lab to your team today! https://monyokleadership.com/the-lab

Rosecrance: On Your Radar – Resilience Isn’t Always Pretty and That’s OK – learn more and download the podcast here

Vermilion River Fall Festival Sponsorship Opportunity – see flyer here

Upcoming Member Events

Danville Farmers Market is now EVERY SATURDAY from 8:00AM-Noon at Crossroads Church in Danville

DLO Auditions – see details here

May 19 Danville Boat Club Prime Rib Dinner; Open to the Public – see flyer here

May 19 STEP UP Meeting at 2nd Church of Christ – see flyer here

May 19, 20, & 21 DLO Performs, Seussical, at The Fischer Theater – see details here

Local Sponsors Needed – DLO Musical Theatre production of Seussical the Musical is hoping to do another giveaway full of local goodies. We love supporting small businesses in the area and are looking for donations for a big gift basket

May 20 Kids to Parks Day at Forest Glen Preserve – see flyer here

May 20 Viking Celebration of Spring at Forest Glen Pioneer Homestead 10AM-4:00PM/ Discover Viking Thread Art, Toys and Games, Weaving, How Vikings Lived, Weaponry or Armor and coins.

May 20 STEP into Spring Event – see flyer here

May 21 Danville Country Club Presents: The Spring Member/Guest Scramble – see flyer here

May 23 Open House: Advance Your Career In Early Childhood Education – see flyer here

May 25 90th Annual AMBUCS First Citizen Banquet to honor Erich Hannah – see news release here

Danville Public Library – see upcoming events here

Hoopeston Public Library – see May Newsletter here

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:

May 18 5:00PM-7:00PM Tacos/Salad & Band – In Bloom 6:00PM-8:000PM
June 10 Early Father’s Day Dinner 5:00PM-7:00PM & Comedy Show 7:30PM
June 15 Tacos/Salads 5:00PM-7:00PM & Band-The Danville’s Blue Coalition 6:00PM-8:00PM

Big Thorn Farm & Brewery:

Bar Hours: Friday 3:00-9:00PM, Saturday Noon-9:00PM, Sunday 10:00AM–4:00PM

Boxcar Books & Vinyl:

We have a club for that! The Donut Club grades 5-8, The Coffee Club grades 8-12 and the Adult Book Club.
Check out our Rail Mail Book Subscription Boxes. Choose your genre and the number of months you’d like to subscribe and we will ship you a new release book and bookish gifts each month!
For more details visit our website here

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.

Fischer Theatre:

May 19-21 DLO Present Seussical The Musical
May 25 Pride & Prejudice showing at 7:00PM
May 26 A Man Called Otto showing at 7:00PM
Visit atthefischer.com for ticket information

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
Wednesday: 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!
Fridays: Wieners & Wine Friday 5:00PM-8:00PM
Saturday May 20 After Dark Music Series with Doc Shredd & The Heart Strings
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 Golf Club:

2023 Turtle Run Golf Events here
2023 Couples Golf Events here
2023 Junior Golf Program – see flyer here
May 3 – August 9 Wednesday Night Golf League – see flyer here
May 11 – August 24 Thursday Night Ladies League – see flyer here
May 26 BHRA 4 Person Golf Scramble – see flyer here
June 3 2-Man Shoot-out – see flyer here
For membership information and golf rates, please visit our website at https://turtlerungolfclub.com/

Vermilion River Beer Company

This is Howie Wednesday 6:00PM-8:00PM – Join us every Wednesday for David Howie all request Happy Hour.
May 18 5:30PM Thirdsday with Grassman
May 19 6:00PM-9:00PM Good God, Guido! The K-Tels live at VRBC

VFW Post 728: (8 Pine Street, Danville)

Fridays: fish fillet dinners and Bill’s seafood chowder will be served from 5:00PM-8:00PM/ Dine in and carry-outs available
May 20 Bill’s Monthly Breakfast. Menu includes eggs over and scrambled, biscuits & gravy, sausage and pancakes. Meal includes coffee or milk and juice. Carry-outs are available. Everyone is welcome!
Sundays: Family bingo every Sunday promptly at 2:00PM. Children are welcome, but be 18 years of age to play. A Sunday lunch special and a variety of sandwiches and snack foods are available.

Westville American Legion Post 51: