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Inside Vermilion County

June 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

thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components produces their 100 millionth camshaft in Danville – see news release here

DACC Names Employees of the Year – see news release here

2023 DACC Graduates – see list here; see commencement here

The Danville NAACP’s “Pandemic Health Navigators” program has received six nominations for Community Health Worker awards from the Illinois Department of Public Health – see news release here

Carle Health Certified as Great Place To Work for 6th Straight Years – see news release here

Greater Illiana Sports Hall of Fame Announces 2023 Inductees – see news release here

Greater Illiana Sports Hall of Fame Announces Student Athletes of the Year – see news release here

A Legacy of Generosity; Charlotte Anne Russell Charitable Trust – see news release here

The Danville Noon Rotary hosted Illinois Senator Paul Faraci on June 12. The senator kicked off the meeting by presenting a Senate resolution to honor the Daughters of the American Revolution on the occasion of Women Veterans’ Day. Since 2022, Illinois has joined 13 states in recognizing the day to honor American women in the armed forces. Shown here from the DAR are Jackie Gumm, Peggy Kotcher, Viki Powell, Paula Hurst and Melanie Wrensch.

Education

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

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

Learn about DACC’s new “Elevate ” Program here

Meet DACC’s new Dean of Math, Science, and Health Professions – see news release here

Danville Public School Foundation News – see June issue here

Healthcare

Aunt Martha’s Health and Wellness is working with public health agencies across Illinois to get people the health care they need. To do that, we need a better idea of why people might not seek out healthcare or medical treatment in your area. We are looking to hear directly from you. We can assist in many ways, especially by attending an outreach event that you may host as a community or any outreach event that you know of in your community. We are looking to make partnerships and collaborations; we are striving to educate the community on the importance of the vaccine and receive feedback from the community.

We help those that are insured and uninsured. Our team comes prepared to any event in the community, with flyers, promo bags, and giveaways, and more importantly, fully equipped to make appointments on the spot for any healthcare needs. We also are able to bring our COVID mobile unit and set up a table at your event to provide COVID VACCINES for those in need and willing to receive the Vaccine.

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

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

Vermilion County Mental Health Board is offering Mental Health First Aid Training. For more information, see dates here

NEW MEMBER

Welcome to Vermilion Advantage Tarquini’s Fresh Produce!

Robert Sloan

“Work. Volunteer. Sleep. Repeat.” is exactly how Robert Sloan describes his day-to-day life.

Robert Sloan is a Danville native and Danville High School graduate. He owns and runs Anker florist in Downtown Danville and is also a manager at Jockos. He absolutely loves the small town atmosphere of Danville and the big city resources that we get to enjoy. The community that he has surrounded himself with is one of a kind; full of volunteers and people with the best intentions and kind hearts. Two of those people are his mom and dad. His mom works at Anker and his dad is a plumber in Danville. His parents inspire him to give back to the community in every way and have shown him how to live with open hearts.

Robert says, “I have a lot of compassion for people and I enjoy doing things to create those warm and fuzzy memories for people in Danville.” Robert is a steering committee member of the Festival of Trees and Balloons over Vermilion. He has been decorating a tree since he was 16 years old for the Festival of Trees and says, “I always try to make a tree that will put a smile on someone’s face.”

Robert has been a part of the Boy Scouts of America since he was six years old, and now he is a summer camp volunteer and he primarily works in the kitchen area. Something people may not know about Robert is that he loves to cook, so being in the kitchen during camp is a favorite of his. He is also a board member of the VC Pride Coalition, which gives LGBTQIA+ members in Vermilion County a voice and a place to belong. “I am excited to see where the coalition goes and how many people will feel safer in the area because of it.” VC Pride Coalition hosted the first annual Danville Pride event in the beginning of June for pride month.

Anker Florist is a family business. Robert’s grandparents purchased the business in 1985 at it’s centennial. The shop is one of the oldest businesses in Danville and has always been in the family. Robert is a third generation florist and obtained the shop in 2016. Since he is so busy, I asked him if he had any hobbies and Robert replied, “Why have hobbies when your work is your hobby?” Led by Robert’s heart of service to the community, Anker Florist encourages good work through donations to non-profit groups and organizations. Robert enjoys everything he does and loves the people he works with. With all of the volunteer work and two jobs, he feels his reward is being able to give back and make people smile. For Robert, that is enough.

By Erin Gregory

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Announcements & Community

BIGG Tip of the Week: Set a Deadline for Fun

We all face deadlines at work. They motivate us to achieve a goal by a specific time. Sarah Winfrey. writing for WiseBread, suggests setting a deadline for something fun you’ve always wanted to do. First, decide on a trip or activity you’ve been putting off. Second, set a date for when you’ll do it. Third, create an action plan to meet your deadline. Finally, enjoy it! It leads to BIGG Success! Get more tips from BIGG Success here.

Doug Ireland – Prudential Advisors

Retirement should be spent with family, friends, and loved ones. Contact me at 217-516-7778 or doug.ireland@prudential.com to work on a retirement plan that helps you enjoy more time with them and less time working.

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/.

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

Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program is offering a Staffing Grant for non-residential customers facing staffing challenges – see grant here

The Danville Noon Rotary visited the Danville-based regional headquarters for Burger King Group 2029- see news release here

Vermilion River Fall Festival Sponsorship Opportunity – see flyer 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 Newsletter

Check out the newsletter here

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

East Central Illinois Community Action Agency VOCA Newsletter – see June Newsletter here

Rosecrance: On Your Radar – Building a Healthier Society – learn more and download the podcast here

Upcoming Member Events

Golden Nugget Casino Opens – see news release here

Danville Farmers Market is now EVERY SATURDAY from 8:00AM-Noon at Crossroads Church in Danville. Now accepting LINK cards in trade for tokens with free triple match vouchers for fruit and vegetables.

Danville Farmers Market, in conjunction with Carle at the Riverfront, will host a farmers market every Thursday morning from 7:00AM-9:30AM. We are located on the east side of the parking lot between Carle and Christie behind Vermilion County Museum. We hope you visit us there!

June 23 Blessings on Blessings Healthcare Event – see flyer here

June 23 Luau Fundraiser Dinner Presented by the Hoopeston Aquatics Coalition – see flyer here

June 23 VRBC Concert Series at Temple Plaza 6:00PM-9:00PM featuring music by The Big Lagniappe

June 23 40th Midwest Heritage Quilt Show – see news release here

June 23-24 Super Penguin at the Summer Vendor Fair and Rummage! – see flyer here

June 23-24 The 2023 Comedy Hour presented by Gregory’s Academy of Arts; Friday 7:00PM and Saturday 10:00AM and 2:00PM

June 24 Danville Boat Club Poker Run on Lake Vermilion – see flyer here

June 24 The Grand Rivalry Cubs/ Cards Viewing Party at Illini Field – see flyer here

June 24 Vermilion Voles Vintage Baseball Club – see flyer here

June 24 Merrell Ride for PTSD – see flyer here

June 24 The Berry Cool Market at the Danville Public Library 9:00AM-1:00PM

June 24 Gao Grotto Fireworks Over Lake Vermilion. Gates open at 3:00PM

June 24 Hoopeston Fireworks at dusk

June 24-25 Arts in the Park 10:00AM-5:00PM

June 27 Senator Faraci’s Senior Fraud Scams Seminar – see flyer here

June 27 ICAHN 2023 Opioid Conference – see flyer here

June 27 Danville Boat Club Splash and Dash Calcutta – see flyer here

July 4 Breakfast on the Lake with Danville Boat Club – see flyer here

July 7 First Friday Midsummer Luau – see news release here

July 8 Love for Lori Memorial Carnival Bar Crawl – see flyer here

July 8-15 Georgetown Fair

July 14 DACC Golf Outing at Danville Country Club – see flyer here

July 14 Vermilion County State’s Attorney Office 28th Annual Victim Assistance Golf Outing – see flyer here

July 17 Vermilion County Conservation District Deer Lottery Tickets – see flyer here

July 27 Salvation Army Christmas in July Benefit Dinner – See sponsor details here; see sponsor commitment form here

Danville Public Library – see upcoming June events here

Hoopeston Public Library – see June 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
Warm weather brings endless dining options at 112 Wine and Coffee Shoppe! Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, or sweet snacks on the patio, in the game room, or in our beautiful dining room! You can also use the Joe app to place carry out or curbside orders. Our full menu is available all day long! Make some fun summer memories with your people at 112

American Legion Post 210:

July 1st Family Frenzy 3:00PM-7:30PM – games, food truck, cake auction, music and more
July 20 Tacos/Salads 5:00PM-8:00PM & Band-The “Wise Guys”

Big Thorn Farm & Brewery:

Bar Hours: Friday 3:00-9:00PM, Saturday Noon-9:00PM, Sunday 10:00AM–4:00PM
July 12 & July 13 Airness @ Big Thorn
Admission to Airness (directed and performed by KottrGrimm Theatrical Storytellers. Tickets include Two beverages (Two 16 ounce Big Thorn beers or Two Fools Hard Ciders),Unlimited non-alcoholic beverage choices: Bottled Water, Bottled Teas, and Sodas. A meal from The Truck with your choice of protein: Sliced Roasted Chicken, Seared Salmon Fillet, House-Made Black Beans, Protein is served on a bed of cilantro-lime jasmine rice with pickled onion, lime crema, and cilantro, Toasted naan bread slices, Fresh fruit salad of pineapple and berries
Gratuity and tax is included in ticket price ($65)
The performance will take place under the pavilion at Big Thorn Farm & Brewery. The bar and food truck will open at 5 pm, and the performance will begin at 6:30 pm. There will be an intermission around 7:15, and the show will resume at 7:45. The show will finish around 8:30, and the bar will remain open until 9 pm.

Boxcar Books & Vinyl:

July 12 at 5:00PM join us for refreshments and presentation by author Kathleen Geraghty
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.
Thursday lunch is open to the public from 11:00AM-2:00PM

Danville Dans: (Danville Stadium 610 Highland Blvd)

Thursday, June 22 at 6:30PM vs Terre Haute Rex
Friday, June 23 at 6:30PM vs Johnstown Mill Rats
Saturday, June 24 at 6:30PM vs Johnstown Mill Rat
Sunday, June 25 at 4:30PM vs Cape Catfish

Fischer Theatre:

June 23-28 Loving Vincent
June 29 -July 1 Top Gun
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
Fridays: Wieners & Wine Friday 5:00PM-8:00PM; Music by Black Eyed Lillies 6:30P-8:30PM
Saturday, June 24: After Dark Concert Series featuring Rory Book & The Volumes 7:30PM-10:30PM
Sunday, June 25: Live Music Series featuring Old Souls 2:00PM-5:00PM
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
For membership information and golf rates, please visit our website at https://turtlerungolfclub.com/
AMBUCS Friday night concert series 7:00PM-10:00PM featuring The Annie B Band (Country/Classic Rock)

Vermilion River Beer Company

This is Howie Wednesday 6:00PM-8:00PM – Join us every Wednesday for David Howie all request Happy Hour.
June 22 5:30PM-7:30PM First Gig Open Jam
June 23 11:30AM-1:00PM Lunchbox Concert Series: Andy Duncanson
June 27 Tapsy Tuesday 2:00PM

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
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: