In this issue...
For the Community: Goodbye to Caitlin, Valentine's Day Fun and Promotions, Announcing the Distrx App, Black History Month, Downtown in the News, River District Events
For River District Merchants: Add your business to the River District App, Tell Congress to Support Main Street, Pandemic Relief Stimulus Package Information, Main Street America Small Business Survey
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We will miss you Caitlin! |
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This month all of us at River District Association send Caitlin Howell the best wishes possible as she embarks on a new adventure. January 25th, was her last day at RDA and we will miss her immensely. She has been with RDA since 2017 and has been an integral part of so many projects including Dream Launch, Partners in Preservation, Christmas on the Plaza and so much more. Don't be a stranger Caitlin! Please join us in wishing her the best! |
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Valentine's Day Fun and Promotions |
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Support Local Merchants this Valentine's Day - Join the Scavenger Hunt!
(Active February 7th-14th)
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- Walk downtown keeping your eyes open for #LoveLocalRiverCity posters in local merchant windows.
- Take a selfie with the poster and tag River District Association and the merchant you visited on Facebook or Instagram.
- Be entered to win a fun River District themed prize!
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Local Valentine's Day Promotions and Sales |
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326 Main Street
Feb 1-13: 20% off all Ten Thousand Village Items
$15 Bracelets by Stoner Village Jewelry
More sales at the shop!
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559 Main Street
Winter Clearance Now thru February 15th - All Fall/Winter Fashion to 90% Off - New Spring Arriving Daily
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136 South Ridge Street
50% off wash and wax for Valentine's Day
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600 Craghead Street
Valentines Day Bingo on February 12th at 7pm!
We will also be releasing 16oz cans of our Strawberry Cream Ale.
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531 Main Street
20% off Sale
Smathers and Brason
Q-Squared Melamine
Caspari
Rifle
Capri Blue Valentines Candles
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Golden Leaf Bistro has a special Valentine's Day Menu available on 2/13 and 2/14 from 4pm to close. Four course meal for $99 per couple.
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401 Wilson Street
Angela's has a special Valentine's Day menu. Orders must be in by February 10th to guarantee availability. Menu is available for pick-up or deliver (limited availability) on Saturday 2/13 by 5:30 pm.
Call (434) 251-8881 to order.
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215 Main Street
Love, Me's is a thank you to customers for their support. 3 weekly winners will be entered into a drawing to win a burger a month for a year.
Valentine's special Friday, February 12th and Saturday, February 13th. $32.00 for an appetizer sampler, 2 entrees and a mixed berry trifle.
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Join us for the Distrx Launch on March 6th |
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You Otter be in the River District!
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This fun interactive Scavenger Hunt will be LIVE on the Distrx App, March 6th from 10am-12pm, so DOWNLOAD the App and head down to the River District. Have some fun and win prizes!
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February is Black History Month |
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If you are interested in supporting black owned businesses, check out the "Support Black Owned Businesses- Danville" group on Facebook.
This is a place for black owned businesses to network and support each other, and for consumers to find ways to support black owned businesses.
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#supportblackbusinessdanvilleva |
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Photo Credit: Zenefits.com |
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Check out this article on the why and how to support black owned businesses. |
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Danville has a rich history of black owned businesses |
Tune into our FB and Instagram this month to see some profiles of current black owned businesses, and some history about black owned businesses downtown! |
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Learn more, or sign up for a knitting group at The Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History's website. |
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PATHS to provide COVID-19 vaccine clinics to established patients - Chatham Star Tribune
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An App For The River District Visitor To Navigate - WDBJ7 |
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Photo credit: River City TV |
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Danville's Farmers Market opens for winter. - WSET
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Photo credit: City of Danville |
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Photo Credit: The Bee Hotel Facebook page |
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Unique boutique hotel opens in Danville despite COVID-19 challenges - WSET
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Photo Credit: City of Danville |
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Danville business owners in need of second round of COVID-19 relief
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Photo credit: The City of Danville |
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2020 All-America City merchandise available at Danville Welcome Center - WFXR
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Photo credit: Grizzly's Hatchet House |
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Danville celebrates new year with glow in the dark ax throwing - WSET |
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Danville Regional Foundation partnership recognized for bringing people together - Chatham Star Tribune |
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Photo Credit John R. Crane, Danville Register and Bee |
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More apartments coming to Danville's River District - Danville Register and Bee |
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Noblis donates $5,000 to Danville Public Schools Education Foundation - WFXR |
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Foundation awards more than $680,000 in grants - Danville Register and Bee |
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Photo Credit: John R. Crane, Danville Register and Bee |
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Work begins on new Airbnb project in downtown Danville to provide southern Virginia Experience - Danville Register and Bee |
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Caitlin Howell to resign from River District Association - Chatham Star Tribune |
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Image Credit: Danville Police Department |
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Danville Police to start 'Real Talk' meetings with community |
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Danville's River District to launch mobile app in March - Chatham Star Tribune |
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Danville Public Library February Events
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Real Talk, Danville Police Department, February 3rd, 2021, 5-6pm |
Do you have concerns about what's happening in the world today? Your City? Your Neighborhood? Let’s come together and have a "Real Talk” and see if we can
resolve these issues.
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Cyber Awareness training for small businesses. Businesses are encouraged to invite members of their team to learn about the basics of cyber awareness and training. This webinar is presented twice: One session at Noon and one at 4 PM. |
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Snowman Painting, Main Street Art Collective, February 13th, 2021, 11 am |
Call Main Street Art Collective to register.
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Implicit Bias with Petrina Carter, Online, hosted by Middle Border Forward, February 16th, 2021, 5:30-7 pm |
Recent events have given us many teachable moments, but are we learning anything? Implicit bias is the silent destroyer of good intentions. If left unattended, it will show up in hiring practices, employee evaluations and even in your ideas. Come learn what it is and how it can be diminished in your workplace and community at MBF's next Leadership Academy. |
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Mike Warren performing with a special guest at Golden Leaf Bistro on Feb 19, 2021, 7-10. Get ready! |
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We play a variety of music from beach, oldies, 70's, 80's, rock and country. |
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Building the Foundation for Your New Business, Virginia Small Business Center (SBDC), Online, February 25th, 6pm |
Some of the most popular reasons to start a business include-having a unique business idea, designing a career that has the flexibility to grow with you, working toward financial independence, and investing in yourself. Prepare to start a successful business: evaluate your entrepreneurial abilities, marketing strategies, financial resources, legal form of organization and more. |
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Ring Making Class, Main Street Art Collective, February 27th, 2021, 11am |
Call Main Street Art Collective for more information and to register.
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For The River District Merchant Community |
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Sign up for the Distrx App |
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- SIGN UP INSTRUCTIONS
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Go to Distrx.com, and click "sign-up" in the upper right corner. Follow the prompts.
- When you have done that you will receive an email asking you to verify your email address.
- Once you've done that, you will receive another email with your username and password.
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Go again to www.distrx.com and click "login" in the upper right corner.
- Login
- On the left hand toolbar you will see "business info" just enter all the fields and save, and you will be ready to go! Be sure to choose a business category and upload a photo.
- To change your password go to the upper right corner and click profile.
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Need assistance signing-up?
(please note that RDA is moving offices soon, and phone service may be temporarily interrupted. If you are unable to get through, email and we will call back)
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For additional information you can also watch an orientation zoom call with the Distrx developer. See video link below. |
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Tell Congress to Support Main Street |
Main Street America is seeking support for a $100 million dollar competitive grant program to support coordinating programs, local programs and Main Street businesses. Complete this form to send a letter to your representatives in the House and Senate and speak up for Main Street. |
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Pandemic Relief Stimulus Package Information |
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What is the River District Association? |
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Do you want to be a part of a thriving River District? RDA takes Board of Directors applications all year long. Fill out an interest form to be considered for the next board opening!
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Mission:
RDA's mission is to ensure the long term viability of Danville's River District as a center of business and civic life, and a source of community pride.
Vision:
Danville's River District will be a vibrant place to live, work, and visit for the diverse population of Danville and the greater Dan River region.
Board of Directors:
William Crumpton
Caswell Family Medical Center
President
Kelvin Perry
CoD Economic Development
Vice President
Steven Osborne
Adams and Fisk, PLC
Secretary
TBD
Treasurer
Rachel Covington
Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce
Past President
Robin Jones
Vintages by the Dan
Philip Hayes
Noblis
Christy Harper
Danielle DuCré
Chatham Hall
Varun Sadana
The Launch Place
Stuart Smith
FCS, Inc.
Hampton Wilkins
Wilkins and Co.
Andrew Herring
West Main Baptist Church
Emma Sellers
Averett University
Shani Gaylord
PATHS, Inc.
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Who We Are
The River District Association (RDA) is comprised of a volunteer Board of Directors which includes representatives from River District businesses and property owners, the City of Danville, and other community stakeholders.
What We Do
RDA follows the Main Street model to coordinate the public-private partnerships required to revive the River District. We work with the City of Danville, area businesses, and institutions to develop programs and events to get the community working together to market the area's unique assets, to get the district in top physical shape, and to attract and retain businesses.
Why We Do It
As our City Council and City Manager have publicly stated, the economic health of the city is impacted by the River District. A downtown with empty buildings and blight conveys a negative image. A prosperous downtown tells the world that the business sector can work well with the City to bring about positive change. With a number of development projects taking place, the River District has reclaimed its role as a vital, important and pleasant place to work, shop, and have fun.
When We Meet
The RDA Board of Directors meets the first Thursday of each month at 5:30 in the evening. For more information about these meetings, or to seek assistance with a matter, please call or email RDA's office or contact any Board member.
What You Can Do
We need YOU! Would like to play an active role in the revival of the River District? Do you have any special ideas or talents, or simply want to volunteer with a project, please contact us by phone at 434-791-0210 or by email. One of our dedicated volunteer board members will respond.
River District Association Staff
Diana Schwartz: Executive Director
Kirsten Aherron: Communication and Events Manager
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River District Association | www.riverdistrictassociation.com
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