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SAVE THE DATE for Start-Up Slam!
June 28th, 6 pm. 616 N. Main Street
Start-Up Slam is a NEW quarterly event to be held in the North Main Business District to bring together everyone in the community that wants to share and exchange new business ideas - products or services - and be rewarded ON THE SPOT.
For just $10 per person (cash only at the door), you can join other members of the community to share a simple meal - and some of those ideas that you keep thinking up.
Up to 15 participants are welcome to share their ideas with the crowd (3 minute limit), and attendees will be able to vote on their favorite at the end of the evening. The top vote-getter takes home all the cash collected at the door - no strings attached! No business plans and no requirements, just you and your next great idea!
To reserve your seat (they are limited!) call the RDA office at 434-791-0210 or email alyssa@riverdistrictassociation.com. Let us know you plan on watching the event, or sharing your business idea.
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Mornings on Main
Monday, May 23rd @ 10 am
In-person and virtual - RSVP Please!
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Special Guest: New Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce President - Anne Moore Sparks
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Missed the April Mornings on Main about the new "Outdoor Refreshment Area" in the River District?
Watch it here:
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Schoolfield Week is a series of community events from May 2nd to May 7th. All are welcome to participate. There will be family-friendly activities, giveaways, and opportunities for YOU to design the future of the New Schoolfield District!
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Job Openings in the River District |
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Alliance Human Services, Inc. Is hiring for the following positions: Administrative Assistant, Case Aide, Case Manager, Clinical Director. Learn more and apply HERE.
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KG Graphics is looking for someone to join their GRAPHIC DESIGN team. Position will start as part time and grow into full time when the time is right. Experience preferred but not required. Starting pay will be based on experience. Be prepared to show your design/art portfolio should you be chosen for the interview process. Perks include paid vacation, sick leave, personal time, holidays, bonuses, and apparel. Application available HERE.
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Dry Fork Fruit Distillery hiring - Potential candidates should be over 21, willing to serve in the tasting room, sales, product promotion internet sales, packaging and shipping.
Call Linda at 276-792-5123 for information on how to apply.
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PATHS is hiring for many positions, including Optometrist! Locations include the School-Based Health Center at George Washington High School and PATHS offices in Chatham, Boydton, Danville, and South Boston. Learn more and apply at https://www.pathsinc.org/careers/open-positions
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The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region plans to hire a full-time Grant and Scholarship Administrator to provide programmatic and administrative support for The Foundation’s grant making and scholarship activities. The position ensures The Foundation’s programmatic goals are achieved with high regard for quality and accuracy. Learn more.
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May 6th, 8:30 pm (gates open at 7:00 pm)
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May's Movie is:
Trolls World Tour
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Danville Farmer's Market Opens Saturday, May 7th
629 Craghead Street
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The Danville Farmer's Market runs May to October, every Saturday from 7:30am - 12:00pm |
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Make Danville Shine Expo Community Market
May 7th, 8am-12pm
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Maintenance experts will be there to teach you and your neighbors the tricks of their trades as well as give away discounts and freebies. There will crafts and activities for kids of all ages. Hot dogs and snacks will be provided. |
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Danville Symphony Orchestra
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Saturday, May 7th at 3:00 PM
Carrington Pavillion
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The Phoenix Foundation presents speakers from around the Dan River region who represent the culture, entertainment and history of the area from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Ruby B. Archie Library auditorium. Speakers include: Bryant Hood, Crystal Cobbs, Petrina Carter, Ressie Luck, Tommy Bennett and more. No fee. Registration required by calling, 434-799-5195. |
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River District Announcements and Promotions |
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Visit the River District Event Calendar to find community events, art classes, live music shows, and more...
(RDA may still make decisions about which events can be included in the calendar - thank you for understanding!)
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442 Main Street, Suite 100A
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The studio specializes in men's and women’s haircuts. They offer earth-friendly, cruelty-free, sustainable beauty products. They are bilingual (English and Spanish), and nails are coming soon!
Follow them on social media:
@blisshairandnailstudiova
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Alliance Human Services, Inc.
341 Main Street, Suite 301
Danville, VA 24541
(434) 836-3550
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May is National Foster Care Month |
May is National Foster Care Month! Alliance Human Services is a non-profit foster care agency with offices located in Danville and Lynchburg. Alliance provides treatment foster care services to abused, neglected, and at-risk children and youth. Alliance is in need of caring individuals who are willing to open their hearts and homes to these children in need. If you cannot foster, donate. If you cannot donate, volunteer to help recruit quality foster parents. Consider making a commitment to help today! |
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Summer Body Workout Party |
Saturday, May 7th @ 1:00pm-2:30pm
PATHS Parking Lot at 705 Main Street
$10 to attend the Danville Event
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They are now accepting applications for yoga instructors.
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Mucho will be having food and drink specials Thursday, May 5th through Saturday, May 7th. |
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Me's will be holding a burger contest for the month of May.
Guests who dine in can create a burger named after their favorite author. They choose the protein (beef, veggie or chicken), cheese(s), sauce(s) and topping(s).
They can make as many submissions as they want. The winner & his or her burger will be featured on the new menu, which comes out in July.
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The Meredith Gravely School of Dance is pleased to present their annual dance production “Just Dance”
George Washington High School Auditorium
May 12 - 15
Thursday and Friday shows at 7pm
Saturday and Sunday shows at 2pm.
Tickets are $19 and will be available at the door.
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Go to their website to order:
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Urban Fitness now offers spin classes. No membership necessary, $10 per class.
Monday and Wednesday: 6:00 PM
Tuesday and Thursday: 6:30 AM
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Dominion Crossfit is now offering a discounted class package "Fresh Start" for those wanting to get back into a fitness routine!
308 Court Street
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The package includes two fourty-five minute classes per week. Fresh start classes are offered Monday and Wednesday at 6:30am and 6:45pm. |
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The Golden Leaf Bistro has live music every Friday and Saturday Night.
Visit their website to see the schedule for May and June.
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May 21, Theatre Explorers Dance Workshop (K-5th): Register HERE.
Firebringer: Auditions for youth entering 6th-12th grades, May 21.
Summerstack Theater Explorers Camp: One-week camp, June 13th - 17th. Discount for those who register by May 27th. More information HERE.
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May 7th, 5:15 PM
Discussing Tell Me an Ending by Jo Harkin
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Visit the Main Street Art Collective website for event details and to register. |
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Impotters: Adult and Family Friendly Classes, and Courses
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Impotters offers one time workshops for adults and families, and ongoing clay courses for those who want to learn more about pottery. View and sign up for classes on their website. |
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The Ruby B. Archie Library has many programs, reading groups, writing groups, crafts etc for adults and children!
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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:
Kelvin Perry
CoD Economic Development
President
Steven Osborne
International Mission Board
Vice President
Stuart Smith
FCS, Inc
Treasurer
Christy Harper
Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce
Secretary
William Crumpton
Compassion Healthcare
Immediate Past-President
Rachel Covington
Hawthorne and Jade Design Co. LLC
Robin Jones
Vintages by the Dan
Varun Sadana
The Launch Place
Drew Herring
West Main Baptist Church
Emma Sellers
Averett University
Shani Gaylord - Hunter
PATHS, Inc.
Dr. Andrew Hessler
Danville Dental Associates
Kunal Patel
First National Bank
Irving M. Perez
American National Bank and Trust Company
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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.
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
Will Mackaman: Programs and Services Manager
Alyssa Turner: Bookkeeper and Office Manager
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River District Association | www.riverdistrictassociation.com
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