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Inside Vermilion County

November issue

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

Check out this month’s magazine here!

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.

East Central Illinois Community Action Agency is looking for a Director of Finance. More information here

Honors & Achievements

DACC receives $95,000 IGEN Grant – see news release here

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

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

Congratulations to Trinity Lutheran School Kindergarten teacher, Mindy Ohlmiller on 2023 Ag In the Classroom Teacher of the Year! She will receive the award at the Farm Bureau annual meeting on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at the Beef House Oak Room.

Education

Danville Public School Foundation Newsletter – see here

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

DACC Corporate Education Courses & Trainings: 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

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

Thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components has donated $3,000 to DACC Welding Program – see press release here

Healthcare

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

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

OSF HealthCare Sacred Heart Medical Center hosts blood drive – find more information here

Two Roads Wellness Clinic offers Primary Care and Convenient Care – find more information here and here

Welcome New Members!

Save the Lorraine

Everside Health

MPower Counseling

Michael Kasper

Michael Kasper is running Danville. Quite literally, he runs miles of pavement every morning, winding the streets of Danville long before most of us have rolled out of bed, averaging 6-10 miles each day. He started running in 2021 and found that he really does like it. He says, “It is not about being fast, it is about doing something I enjoy.” He just completed his first 100-mile race in Indiana a few weeks ago. He is intrigued by the question, “How far can I go?” And he is also intrigued by Danville, and how far this city has come and where it is going.

Through the years, his running hobby has evolved into a creative outlet. He carries his phone and takes photographs of the city from a unique perspective. Early morning, sun rising, silent streets, and with a runner’s high and miles of pavement before him, he aims his phone and captures the history, charm, character, mystery, and allure of Danville. Michael has always been creative and says, “I needed something that I could use for an artistic outlet that was also practical. Photography, I can do while I run. It’s a win-win.”

Michael was born in Fargo, ND and moved to Danville in May of 1996 as his dad was on the team spearheading the opening of the new Wal-Mart. He married his lovely wife, Sarah, in 2019. They met through mutual friends at a Danville Dasher’s game in 2016. He’s an independent contractor in the field of paintless dent repair and works at various body shops in the area and surrounding areas. Michael has a degree in Entrepreneurship from Illinois State University and says, “I have always had an entrepreneurial mindset. I like to be in control of my destiny and schedule. I am creative and I enjoy creative freedom.”

His entrepreneurial mindset is showing as he is currently compiling the photographs he’s taken on his runs through the years and writing a fascinating book. He says each photograph has inspired him to learn more. He is captivated by old buildings, vacant lots, and a changing landscape. He says, “This town has neglected so many beautiful structures. It is fascinating to learn about what this town has been.” And as he has learned, he has taken note, compiling it all into a single book that will inspire us all. He hopes to publish it within the next year.

The most inspiring thing about Michael is his discipline, consistency, and dedication to long-term goals. Through years of waking up at the crack of dawn and thousands of miles of pavement with a cell-phone camera and basic photo-editing app, Michael is inspiring a movement. He says that he has a unique perspective as he watches the Danville landscape change with every passing week. Michael says, “It is sad to see what we’ve lost of our history as we have neglected to preserve so many structures”, but he is also looking towards the future. He says, “Danville is changing. I see growth in so many ways and I am excited to be a part of it however I can be.”

To see more of his photography visit: https://www.facebook.com/michael.kasper.965

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Announcements & Community

Vermilion Advantage is excited to announce the next round of Back to Business Grants for New Businesses – find more information here

Vermilion Advantage and Step Up announce the Resource Round-Up and we need your help! Find out more here!

BIGG Tip of the Week: How to Offer Criticism Without Sounding Critical There are two ways to discuss a negative: “YOU performed below expectations” (active voice) or “Expectations weren’t met” (passive voice). By using the passive voice, the receiver won’t get defensive. So you can focus on finding and fixing the problem together. When discussing a negative, use your passive voice so you have a conversation, instead of a confrontation. It leads to BIGG success! Get more tips from BIGG Success here

Doug Ireland – Prudential Advisors Women are taking control of their finances. In fact, $30 trillion is expected to transfer to women in the U.S. by 2030. Make sure you are prepared to take control of your financial future. Contact me at 217-516-7778 or doug.ireland@prudential.com for a complimentary consultation.

“Holidays in the City” – our Backyard Tourism Campaign continues! Find out how you can get involved here!

Vermilion Advantage’s 34th Leadership Tomorrow Class graduates – see press release here

City of Danville releases holiday event schedule, parade information and road closures here and here

Vermilion County has received an approved SBA Disaster Declaration in connection with the storms we experienced from June 29-July 2. Find our more information here and here

Check out the official newsletter of DLO Musical Theatre here

East Central Illinois Community Action Agency VOCA Newsletter – see the November newsletter here

Melissa Walters Chosen as New CEO of CRIS Rural Mass Transit District – see press release here

Check out the 2023-2024 DLO Musical Theatre Advertising information here

Night of Lights Parade: Miracle on Vermilion Street is on Friday, December 1 at 6:00PM. Find out about sponsorship opportunities here and here

Monyok Leadership holds open enrollment for Leadership Out Loud – find out more here

Upcoming Member Events

**Check out Small Business Saturday, November 25th, in Downtown Danville!**

9:00AM-4:00PM Maker’s Market at Danville Public Library
11:00AM-2:00PM Santa at Temple Plaza
Shopping Bingo, Carolers, Champion of Cheer Window Decorating Contest

November 22 and December 6 Kaleidoscope LGBTQ+ Teen Support Group – see flyer here

November 26 2023 Catlin Festival of Lights & Christmas parade – see schedule of events here

November 26 Catlin Christmas Bazaar & Craft Fair – see flyer here

November 28 Night of Lights at Sunset Memorial Park – see flyer here

November 29-December 2 Christmas in the Barn – see flyer here

December 1 Night of Lights Parade – Miracle on Vermilion Street – see flyer here

December 2 Village of Tilton Christmas Night of Lights Parade – see flyer here

December 3 Danville Boat Club Breakfast on the Lake – see flyer here

December 9 Roxy’s House 3rd Annual Magical Candyland Christmas – see flyer here, volunteer decorating times here and sponsorship opportunities here

American Legion Post 210, Danville:

December 21 5:00PM-9:00PM Trivia Night and food! Join us in your Ugly Sweater and for the White Elephant gift exchange
December 31 6:00PM-1:00AM New Year’s Eve Party with Danville Blues Coalition. $20/person includes good, champagne, party favors and music!

Big Thorn Farm & Brewery:

Bar Hours: Friday 3:00-9:00PM, Saturday Noon-9:00PM, Sunday 10:00AM–4:00PM
Check out this 15 acre farm, brewery and food truck in Vermilion County

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

David S. Palmer Arena:

November 25 7:00PM
Danville Pickup Hockey League – Danville Flyers
Military Appreciation Night
Free admissions, concessions available

Downtown Danville:

November 24 5:30PM-8:00PM
Light Up Downtown Danville
5:30 – lights will be plugged in from Harrison to Main. Santa will be at Kresge. Enjoy street musicians, hot cocoa and candy canes while taking in the sights

Exit 210 Saloon:

November 22 Blackout Wednesday
6:00PM Bordertown & Company
8:00PM 90’s Daughter
Tickets online $15, At Door and day of $20

First Presbyterian Church:

Danville Winter Market
10:00AM-2:00PM
December 2, February 3, March 2, April 6

Fischer Theatre:

November 23 3:00PM National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
November 25 2:00PM and 7:00PM Elf
For ticket pricing and information, visit their website

Gao Grotto

Music at the Grotto – special day and time!
November 25 6:00PM-9:00PM – come on out after you Black Friday shopping!
Live music with David Howie – no cover, bar opens at 3:00

Hoopeston Public Library:

Check out the November newsletter and calendar of events here
December 9 10:00AM-2:30PM Free Family Holiday Photos! By appointment only – call 217-283-6711 to make an appointment!
Please note: the library will be closed from November 23-26 for Thanksgiving weekend
Be part of the Library Crawl! Find out more here

Masonic Temple:

November 25 8:00PM-10:30PM
Southern Accents – A Tom Petty Experience
Doors open at 6:00, Band at 8:00

Rustic Charm RC Boutique:

Simply Christmas Seasonal Open House
November 1st through December 24th
Tuesday-Friday 10:00AM-5:00PM and Saturday 10:00AM-4:00PM

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: Thanksgiving Eve 6:30PM-10:00PM Free live music
Friday: Black Friday Wine Down 2023 Noon-10:00PM
Sunday: Enjoy the Winey Mary Bar and wine slushies

Vermilion River Beer Company

November 22 6:00PM-9:00PM The K-Tels

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: