This list is courtesy of Vermilion Advantage:
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
- Mindful Mornings Meditation Class at Danville Public Library – (319 N. Vermilion, Danville) Meditation class for adults, ages 18 & over at 10:00AM. Face masks are required & class size is limited. Registration is required by calling 217-477-5226 or visit
tinyurl.com/DPL-Meditate
- Once in a Blue Moon Vintage Market – Open All Weekend – (433 N. Gilbert, Danville) Antique & Vintage Market open the 2nd weekend of each month on Thursday 5-8PM, Friday & Saturday 10:00AM-5:00PM & Sunday Noon-5:00PM.
- Sleepy Creek Vineyards/Wieners & Wine/Free Live Music – (8254 E 1425 North Rd, Fairmount) Winery Open Noon-9:00PM; Wieners & Wine 5:00-8:00PM. You buy the drinks, we provide the hot dogs, fixings & fire to roast it over. Free live music with the Jon Lecouris; 6:30-8:30PM; For outdoor seating, you are welcome to bring your lawn chairs and pop up tents.
- Free Pilates Sessions at Danville Public Library – (319 N. Vermilion, Danville) We will be using a variety of instructional videos, Registration, Yoga/Pilates mat & face mask required; 4:00PM. To register call 217-477-5223 Ext. 121. For adults, ages 18 & over.
- Danville American Legion Post #210 Dinner – (201 Prospect Place, Danville) Serving dinner from 5:00-7:00PM for curbside pickup, dine in or carry out. Place your orders in advance starting at 4:30PM. Dinner choices include catfish, catfish sandwich, shrimp, hamburger or cheeseburger, and grilled or breaded tenderloins. Cost is $9.
- Turtle Run Dinner & Live Music – (332 E. Liberty Lane, Danville) Grilled Boneless Center Cut Pork Chop, Au Gratin Potatoes, Grilled Sweet Corn, & Salad; 5:00-9:00PM. Cost is $12. Live Music with Mike & Mike; 7:00-10:00PM.
- Gao Grotto Dinner – (2400 Denmark Rd, Danville) 8 Oz Cheeseburgers/Hamburgers, Chicken Strips or Grilled Chicken Sandwich will 2 sides choices of Fries, Onion Rings, Coleslaw or Beans; 5:30-7:30PM. Cost is $8. Appetizers also available.
- Open Roller Skating at Illini Skateland – (8 Brewer Rd, Danville) 6:00-9:00PM; Admission $8. Due to COVID regulations entrance limited to 50 people. Miniature Golf, Lazer Tag & Batting Cages also available.
- The Little Lorraine Theater Presents “Jumanji: The Next Level” – All Weekend – (214 E. Main, Hoopeston) Show time: Friday 7:00PM; Saturday 7:00PM; Sunday 3:00PM. Friday Special Pizza or a Sandwich & a Movie for $10 per person. COVID Restrictions are 24 movie goers per showing. Masks are required in the lobby. Concessions will be available. Movie Admission is $5 Adults & $2 Children.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
- Fischer Theatre Yoga & Mimosas in Palace Park – (158 N. Vermilion, Danville) Doors open at 7:45AM & Yoga will take place from 8:00-9:00AM. Registration fee of $20 includes yoga with instructor Merrit Spicer, Mimosas & coffee alongside Mad Goat bakery items. Pre-register at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040848AEA92AA3F58-september1
- Danville Farmer’s Market at Crossroads Church – (3613 N. Vermilion, Danville) 8:00AM-Noon; Open every Saturday with COVID guidelines. Please wear masks and maintain social distancing rules. We ask that only vendors touch products until they are purchased. We look forward to seeing you there!
- 7th Annual Sparky Songer Memorial Ride at Vermilion County War Museum – (307 N. Vermilion, Danville) This year’s ride will be a Poker Run with Registration 9:00-10:30AM & Kick Stands Up 11:00AM. Cost is $20 Rider/Driver & $5 passengers. Cost includes admission to the War Museum & a meal at the American Legion Post #210, 201 Prospect Place at the rides end. Proceeds will benefit the Vermilion County War Museum.
- Middle Fork Jeep Fest – (20640 N 830 East Rd, Oakwood) Open to all Jeep Models; 10:00AM-7:00PM. Featuring Show & Shine, Mud Bog, Pulled Pork Contest & Meal, 50/50, Giveaways, Dunk Tank, Music by Card Entertainment. $10 Door Fee includes entry, raffle ticket, & meal ticket. $10 Entry to beginner & advanced mud bogs.
- Once in a Blue Moon Vintage Market – Open All Weekend – (433 N. Gilbert, Danville) Antique & Vintage Market open the 2nd weekend of each month on Thursday 5-8PM, Friday & Saturday 10:00AM-5:00PM & Sunday Noon-5:00PM.
- Story Time with Mayor Williams at Adventure Awaits Toys & Games – (3124 N. Vermilion, Danville) Mayor Rickey Williams is helping to celebrate our 1 year anniversary with a story time; 11:00AM-Noon. Milk & cookies will be served as refreshments for the children.
- Sleepy Creek Vineyards – (8254 E 1425 North Rd, Fairmount) Winery Open Noon-7:00PM.
- Open Roller Skating at Illini Skateland – (8 Brewer Rd, Danville) 1:00-4:00PM; Admission $6.50. Due to COVID regulations entrance limited to 50 people. Miniature Golf, Lazer Tag & Batting Cages also available.
- The Little Lorraine Theater Presents “Jumanji: The Next Level” – All Weekend – (214 E. Main, Hoopeston) Show time: Friday 7:00PM; Saturday 7:00PM; Sunday 3:00PM. COVID Restrictions are 24 movie goers per showing. Masks are required in the lobby. Concessions will be available. Movie Admission is $5 Adults & $2 Children.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
- 9/11 Memorial Ride at Village Mall Parking Lot – (2917 N. Vermilion, Danville) In memory of the heroes, volunteers & victims that lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Registration begins at 8:00-9:50AM; Bike Blessing 9:40AM; Departure 10:00AM. Lunch provided by the Paxton Fire Department; Ride ends at the Little Nugget at approximately 4:15PM. Cost is $20 Single Rider, $10 per passenger & open to all vehicles. Please wear masks & social distance. All proceeds go to the I & I Firefighter’s Assoc. for the Fallen Firefighter Fund.
- Once in a Blue Moon Vintage Market – Open All Weekend – (433 N. Gilbert, Danville) Antique & Vintage Market open the 2nd weekend of each month on Thursday 5-8PM, Friday & Saturday 10:00AM-5:00PM & Sunday Noon-5:00PM.
- Sleepy Creek Vineyard/Sunday Sounds – (8254 E 1425 North Rd, Fairmount) Winery Open Noon-6:00PM; We are open for outdoor seating, please enter at the front door. Winey Mary Sunday bar – create your own Winey Mary/Bloody Mary-style concoction with a wide selection of ingredients like fresh celery, pickles, olive, tomato juice, Tabasco, pepper, bloody Mary mix, & more. Sunday Sounds with the Paige Beaulin Trio; 3:00-5:00PM.
- The Little Lorraine Theater Presents “Jumanji: The Next Level” – All Weekend – (214 E. Main, Hoopeston) Show time: Friday 7:00PM; Saturday 7:00PM; Sunday 3:00PM. COVID Restrictions are 24 movie goers per showing. Masks are required in the lobby. Concessions will be available. Movie Admission is $5 Adults & $2 Children.
- Live Music at the Gao Grotto – (2400 Denmark Rd, Danville) Live music with the Hoosier Daddy; 4:00-7:00PM. Food will be available for purchase.
