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Inside Vermilion County

July Issue

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

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

DACC releases President’s List of Honor Students – see list here

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

Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Response Training completed by 16 volunteers – see news release here

Watchfire Named AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) Renewal Unit Provider – see news release here

Witzel Family McDonalds are please to announce their July Employees of the month. See press release here

The Illinois Banking Association (IBA) has announced that Tom Chamberlain has been elected as the Chair of the IBA’s Board of Directors for 2023-2024.

See press release here

Education

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

DACC Corporate Education Courses & Trainings: see flyer here

DACC offers Mix Masters Bartending Course – see flyer here

DACC Coordinated Engineering Program – see details here

DACC-Franklin University 3+1 Bachelor’s program just got more affordable – see press release here

Dr. Wade’s Connection, Coffee & Conversation at DACC: Male Depression, Substance Abuse, and Suicide: Understanding and Breaking Down Stigma – see flyer 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

Learn about DACC’s Leadership Inspired for Tomorrow training 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

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

708 Mental Health Board with Gateway Family Services of Illinois and the Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation bring Rising Tide back to Danville. See flyer here, see press release here with Keynote Speaker, Ben Zorbist – see flyer here

Marilyn Blanton

“I have had a very good life. I am healthy, and I am happy.” – Marilyn Blanton

Marilyn Blanton is a Danville native. Originally from Layfette, Indiana, her family relocated here when she was only one year old. She went to Danville schools and has continued to live in the area. She has traveled to amazing places, from New York, to Spokane, Washington, and even to Europe. However, no matter where she traveled, Danville always called her back home. “I truly believe that home is where the heart is, and my heart is in Danville.”

She has worked and volunteered here since she can remember. She was the manager for the accounting department at Walgreens where she had the chance to meet the second and third Mr. Walgreen. Marilyn says, “It is truly a great company to work for and they treat their retirees so well.” During her time at Walgreens, she volunteered with their junior achievement program, which helped kids and teens find their place in the world. She retired from Walgreens and needed something to do with her time and so she chose to become an avid volunteer.

Marilyn participates on the Board of Directors for Old Town Preservation Association, Vermilion Heritage Foundation, Danville Historical Society, and the Survivor Resource Center. Marilyn says, “I really care about the preservation of this city’s history.” The street Marilyn lives on is an old brick road that the city once tried to cover with asphalt. She and her neighbors loved the look of it and the amount of history that it held so Marilyn went in front of the City Council along with some friends and helped secure an ordinance to protect brick streets in the city limits.

As a board member for the Vermilion Heritage Foundation, Marilyn was an integral part of protecting and restoring the Fischer Theater. The group had gathered all the money to buy the building and clean it out, and they had just enough in the budget to restore the marquee. The marquee caught the eye of Julius Hegler who loved the old theatre and wanted to see it in all its glory. He eventually donated several million dollars to further the restoration. Marilyn says, “History is what makes this town unique.”

When Marilyn isn’t working on preserving the history of Danville, she is a volunteer and board member at the Survivor Resource Center. She has completed the training to be on call to support the clients of the organization. She is with many people in their moments of fear, trauma, and heartache and says, “I love to be there for people and help them know they aren’t alone.” She feels for them and knows that sometimes all they need is someone to be present.

Marilyn is a woman that truly cares for the community of Danville and says, “We all take care of each other.” She is very passionate about historical preservation but also carries a genuine love for the city and people in her sphere of influence. It is a beautiful thing to meet Marilyn as she has a welcoming spirit, and you can see that she tries to keep a positive attitude in her service to others. She is determined to be active in the community, and even goes to a yoga class three times a week to stay in an active headspace.

We are truly thankful to Marilyn for her tenacity and fighting spirit that has protected history and survivors. She is a Danville gem.

By Erin Gregory

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Announcements & Community

BIGG Tip of the Week: WAIT to communicate better!

WAIT is an acronym for Why Am I Talking? Before you speak, ask yourself: What’s the purpose of this communication? How can I best say it? And it doesn’t just apply to talking. WAIT when you’re writing an e-mail. Just ask: Why Am I Typing? How about: Why Am I Texting? It helps you get to the point. So, WAIT…for your BIGG success! Get more tips from BIGG Success here.

Doug Ireland – Prudential Advisors

Sometimes the best way to see how far you’ve come is to look back at where you’ve been. Contact me at 217-516-7778 or doug.ireland@prudential.com to review where you have been and begin discussions of where you would like to go.

East Central Illinois Community Action Agency requests proposals from Mechanical and Architectural Contractors – see press release here

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

Vermilion River Fall Festival Sponsorship Opportunity – see flyer here

Vermilion County Federation of Labor AFL-CIO will host 2023 Labor Day Parade – see press release here and registration packet here

Survivor Resource Center is hiring a Sexual Assault Counselor – see more information here

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

Vermilion Count Museum announces the winners of the 40th Midwest Heritage Quilt show – see new release here

Salvation Army has a new Officership see the 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

Eastern Illinois Foodbank has volunteer opportunities! Learn more here

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! The Lab

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

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

The Danville Noon Rotary – see meeting schedule and speakers here

The Danville Noon Rotary welcomed Kay Welch (right), Executive Director of the Danville Symphony Orchestra, to discuss the excitement around the upcoming season.

Upcoming Member Events

Golden Nugget Casino Opens – check out their current hours 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.

August 16 DACC Back to School Block Party – see flyer here

August 18 Vermilion Advantage 31st Annual Golf Outing – **ONLY 3 MORNING SPOTS LEFT!** see flyer here

August 18 112 Wine and Coffee Shoppe hosts parking lot party for Junior Class Fundraiser – see flyer here

August 19 STEP Recovery’s 4th Annual Ride for Recovery – see flyer here

August 19 Immigrant Services of C-U Health & Wellness Fair in Hoopeston – see flyer here, Spanish version here

August 26 Danville Boat Club presents End of Summer Party – see flyer here

August 26 Humane Society Coexistence Art Show – see flyer here

September 2 Humane Society Toss for Tails – see flyer here

September 9 2023 River to Rail Ride to support Kickapoo Rail Trail – see flyer here and sponsorship information here

September 15 CASA Annual Golf Outing – see flyer here

September 15 United Day for United Way – see flyer here

September 16 STEP Recovery “End the Stigma” Event – see flyer here

November 11 STEP Recovery Sleepout for the Homeless – see flyer 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

Big Thorn Farm & Brewery:

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

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:

Thursday lunch is open to the public from 11:00AM-2:00PM
August 20 Breakfast on Lake Vermilion 9:00AM-2:00PM
August 26 Jimmy Buffet End of Summer Party – Doors open at 3:00PM, Boat Scavenger Hunt at 4:00PM, Bags Tournament at 5:00PM
September 28 Annual Meeting Potluck
October 1 Annual Golf Outing at Turtle Run Golf Course – Tee off at noon

Fischer Theatre:

August 18 7:00PM-9:18PM Close Encounters of the Third Kind
August 19 2:00PM and 7:00PM Close Encounters of the Third Kind
August 20 2:00PM The Muppet Movie
Visit atthefischer.com for show times and ticket information

Hoopeston Public Library:

See calendar of August events here

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
Friday: 6:00PM-9:00PM Wieners & Wine, Music by In Bloom
Saturday: 3:00PM-5:00PM Just Jammin’ with John at Sleepy Creek
Saturday: 7:00PM-10:00PM After Dark Concert Live Music Series with Hot Country Nights. Enjoy the 80’s/90’s free country show!
Sunday: Enjoy the Winey Mary Bar and wine slushies
Sunday: 3:00PM-5:00PM Music by The Nightcaps
Sleepy Creek Hours: Sunday-Tuesday Noon-6:00PM; Wednesday-Thursday-Saturday Noon-7:00PM & Friday Noon-9:00PM.

Turtle Run Golf Club:

2023 Turtle Run Golf Events here
2023 Couples Golf Events here
2023 Junior Golf Program – see flyer here
For membership information and golf rates, please visit our website at https://turtlerungolfclub.com/

Vermilion River Beer Company

August 16 6:00PM This is Howie Wednesday
August 17 5:30PM Music by Tom Grassman
August 18 11:30AM-1:00PM Lunchbox Concert Series Music by Dreyer, Cooper, Hendricks
August 18 5:00PM-9:00PM Concert Series Music by Big Guns
August 20 11:00AM-2:00PM Thurdy Thunday Jazzth Brunch with Todd Gallagher Jazz Combo

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.

Village of Tilton: (Thomas Park, Tilton)

Summer of Music
August 19 Music by Rockland Road
Free Music from 6:00PM-9:00PM
The Village Grill will be open for food and drinks
See the calendar of musicians here
Fireworks (rescheduled from July 1) will began at dusk following the band performance

Westville American Legion Post 51:

Wednesdays: Queen of Hearts Drawing at 7:00PM. Tickets $1.00.
Thursday Night Dinners with Bob Schifo – see menu here
150th Anniversary Sesquicentennial August 19th through September 4th
Sunday American Legion Riders: 150 miles for Westville, Wreaths for Westville Veterans, Westville Cemeteries
Registration at 9:20AM, Kickstands up at 11:00AM
6:00PM Dwarfanators Wrestling