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Submit Your Public Service Announcements
Send your non-profit group or organization announcements at least two weeks in advance via email to TomBarnes@neuhoffmedia.com, fax to (217) 431-1489, or mail it to Neuhoff Media, 1501 N. Washington, Danville, IL 61832.
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VA Focus Groups
The VA Illiana Health Care System will be conducting focus groups for the Veterans who receive care in Danville, IL to tell the VA how they're doing in providing care and services. Focus groups will take place Wednesday May 22nd and Thursday May 23rd at various times throughout the day. Travel pay is not authorized for. A lunch or lunch coupon for later use will be given to everyone who participates. To sign up or receive more information, call 217-554-5270 or 217-554-5013.
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Community Blood Drive at St James
St James United Methodist Church will sponsor a blood drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois on Tuesday May 28th from 3pm to 7pm. The drive will be at 504 North Vermilion Street in Danville.
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Blood Drive May 28th
Saint James United Methodist Church is having a Blood Drive on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 from 3-7 pm at the church, 504 N Vermilion St, Danville, IL 61832. For information, call the church at 217-442-1504. Walk-ins are welcome. Seventeen is the minimum blood donor age in Illinois or age 16 with a signed parent’s permission slip (available at the church). Be sure to eat a hearty meal before you come and bring a photo ID or your Blood Donor’s card. It's simple. It's safe. And you could save up to three lives. Donors will get t-shirts for donating close to a holiday! See us on facebook or stjames-umc.com or email us at stjames@cooketech.net
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Blood Drive at Diamond Brothers Insurance
Diamond Brothers Insurance will sponsor a blood drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois on Wednesday May 29th from 10am to 5pm. The Bloodmobile will be at 120 North Vermilion in Danville.
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Help Oklahoma
Whitestar Home Health Agency is requesting donated items to take to Oklahoma to help with this tragedy that has affected so many lives. They are accepting clothes, non-perishables & hygiene products. Drop off items to 108 N. Vermilion, Danville, IL. For more information, please call 217-442-0605. Please have all items donated by May 31st, 2013.
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49th Annual Turtle Reunion Races
Knights of Columbus present the 49th annual Turtle Reunion Races on Saturday June 1st, 2013 from 12pm to 8pm at 310 Bryant Avenue in Danville, IL. There will be turtle races, food, and beverages, a 50/50 drawing, and fun for all. All proceeds will be donated to help those children with developmental disabilities. Any questions? call 217-260-1983
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49th Annual Turtle Races
Saturday, June 1st from 12-8pm at the Knoghts of Columbus Hall, 310 Bryan Ave in Danville. There will be food & beverages, a 50/50 drawing and Turtle Races. All proceeds donated to help those children with developmental disabilities. Last year, $9,600 was raised and donated. For more information, please call Micheal Puhr at (217) 260-1983.
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Smart Choice Food for May
The Rock Church in Danville is selling Smart Choice Food, including a variety of frozen meat for the price of $36, valued at over $80. Order dates are Thursday May 16th from 9:30am to 1:30pm, Saturday May 18th from 9am to 11am and Monday May 20th from 9:30am to 1:30pm(cash and link card only day). You may also order online, www.smartchoicefood.com. Pick up date for Smart Choice Food will be June 1st at 10am. For more information call 443-4559. You must come in person and pre-pay your order. Cash and link cards are accepted. Order dates/times & pickup will be at the Rock Church on 20 Poland Road here in Danville.
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Potomac Community Blood Drive
Potomac Community Naz Church & Middlefork UMC will sponsor a blood drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois on Sunday, June 2nd from 11am to 2pm. The Bloodmobile will be at 206 E. Sate in Potomac.
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Georgetown- Ridge Farm Soccer Fundraiser
El Toro Mexican Restaurant is donating 20% of your bill to Georgetown- Ridge Farm High School Soccer Team. Donation day is Monday May 6th, 2013 from open to close. Restaurant is at 619 S. Gilbert St. in Danville. Flier must accompany order for donation to be applied.
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Benefit for C.A. Rush
There will be a benefit for C.A. Rush who has been diagnosed with lung cancer. Come & Join us in showing support for one who has always been there to support others. Event will be held at Robin's Bar on June 8th, 2013 at 101 East 5th Street in Tilton, IL. Half of the proceeds will be going toward mounting medical expenses and the other half will go to Danville Cancer Center. For questions or to make a donation, call 217-202-9544 or 217-443-3145. Multiple bands for his and your entertainment will be playing. An early Dice Run & all day raffles, 50/50 drawing, prize giveaways and plenty of food will be available!
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Help Fight Hunger
Join us for Brand It Blue Day on June 8th to volunteer at the Danville Area Food Pantry. You'll even get a free shirt for volunteering! If you can't make it to volunteer, drop off non-perishable food from 7:30am to 5:30pm at the Express office located at 3607 N.Vermilion St. from now until June 8th. For more information, call 217-703-4156 or visit www.expresspros.com/branditblue
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Family Friendly Fun Day
Love Inc and Downtown Danville present Family Friendly Fun Day of music, games, food, and a bounce house on Saturday June 8th, 2013 from 10am to 2pm. There will also be face painting, tattoos, hot dogs, popcorn & candy. Games food and bouncy rides will be offered at low cost ticket prices. Prizes will be offered for raffle. All proceeds go to Love Inc of Vermilion County.
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Spaghetti Benefit Dinner for Ian Claypool
There will be a Speghetti Benefit Dinner for Ian Claypool including spaghetti, bread, salad, dessert and a drink on June 8th from 5pm to 8pm at the Friendship Center in Covington, IN. All proceeds go to the Claypool family for Ian's cancer treatment and medical expenses. Pre-sale tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for ages 4-12, ages 4 and under are free. At the door cost is $10 for adults, and $6 for kids ages 4-12. There will be a silent auction, raffles, and other activities. For presale tickets, email beautyofhopepageant@gmail.com For an update on Ian go to www.carebridge.org/visit/ianclaypool
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Bowman Estate's Golf Outing
Come out for the 4th Annual Bowman Estates Golf Outing Benefit for the United Way of Danville area. Event will be Friday June 7th at 8am CST at Rivercrest Golf Club in Covington, IN. Cost is $160 for a foursome or $40 per person. There will be contests, prizes & a raffle. Lunch will be provided. call 217-431-4200 for tickets/more information or contact marketing@bowmanestates-slf.com All entries must be in by May 20th.
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Kids' Fishing Derby
Join the Champaign Park District and the Optimist Club of Champaign-Urbana for the free Kids' Fishing Derby, Happening Saturday June 8th from 9am to 12pm at Kaufman Lake. Kids ages 6-12 will get to show off their fishing skills and win prizes. Bait will be provided, but be sure to bring your own fishing tackle. A parent/guardian must accompany their child(ren) and fill out a permission form for each participant, available on site the day of the event. In addition to the opportunity to win prizes, participants will also recieve a free hot dog lunch. Beautiful weather is anticipated but a rain date of Sunday June 9th is scheduled. For more information, go to www.champaignparkdistrict.com
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Boys & Girls Club Summer Registration
Boys & Girls Club summer session begins on June 10th, ending August 16th. Registration for this session is now being taken. $175 per member. Club hours are 9am to 5pm. Fees must be paid in full in order for members to have a guaranteed spot for the summer. Call 446-4315 with any questions.
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Cruisin' Towards Cures For Campers
“Cruisin’ Towards Cures For Campers” 7th Annual Benefit Show for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. To be held on June 15, 2013. Located at 1706 S. State St. Champaign, IL (Hooters and Hardee's parking lots) Qualifying show for the Best of the Best! (held in Brighton, IL Oct. 13) Pre-registration cost is $10.00 and cost at the gate is $15.00. Gates open at 9:00am. Judging for the 18 classes and 8 specialty awards begin at noon. The first 100 participants will receive a goody bag and dash plaque. Drawings for raffle prizes every hour, silent auction, 50/50 drawing and a cash grab bag. Awards and invitations to the "Best of the Best" will be at approximately 3:00pm. This event is open to the public free of charge.
All profit from this show goes to the Central IL Muscular Dystrophy Association which serves 44 counties in IL and Marion County in MO. They offer all services and summer camp free of charge. They also support research for a cure for the more than 40 different types of Muscular Dystrophy.
For more information, to pre-register, volunteer, sponsor or donate please visit our website mdabenefitshow.com. Be sure to "like" our community page "Cruisin' Towards Cures For Campers - MDA Benefit Car Show" on Facebook.
Side note: Hooters will be donating a percentage of the lunch/afternoon sales to the show! So even if you do not have a car; stop by the show, drop some change in the donation bucket and have lunch at Hooters to show your support.
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Illinoisan of the Day
The Illinois State Fair is looking for 10 individuals to spotlight as Illinoisan of the Day at this year's state fair in August. This is someone who makes a difference in their community while showing Illinois spirit by hard work and dedication to helping others. Illinoisan of the Day winners will be invited to recieve gifts and honors on stage during their special day at this year's state fair, which takes place August 8th through 18th. Nomination forms can be requested by calling the Museum Foundation at (217) 415-4408 or printed at www.statefairmuseum.org . The postmark deadline for nomination is June 15th. All nominees must currently reside in Illinois. Illinoisan of the day winners and their nominators will be contacted by phone in late June to begin arrangements for August ceremonies. Winning names will be announced at the museum foundation's annual Corn dog kickoff on Saturday, July 13th, inside the Orr building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds.
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Wild Horse and Burro Adoption
Join on June 21st-22nd at the Ewing Wild Horse Facility for a Friday preview from 2 to 7pm and a Saturday adoption from 8am to 5pm. Adoption is first come, first served. Adoption Center is located at 22295 Sheep Farm Road, Ewing, IL 62836. For more information call 866-468-7826.
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17th Annual Sports Media Camp for Kids
The 17th Annual Sports Media Camp for Kids will be the week of June 17th through June 22nd. The nations leading sports media camp is for students ages 10 through 18. Kids will learn play by play interviewing and sports video skills. Learn from national broadcasters and enjoy a field trip to University of Illinois. Campers will broadcast a Danville Dans game along with hosting a LIVE radio talk show on WDAN. This year's camp will feature the voice of the Final Four Gene Honda. Call 443-8807 or visit DACC.edu to register online. Cost is $60.
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Survivor Georgetown: Deep Sea Exploration at Mary Miller Junior High
Students will create tribes and develop teamwork and leadership skills as they ''travel'' the oceans of the world June 3rd through 27th, Monday through Thursday, 9am until 12pm. Students that meet the attendance requirement will be able to attend field trips to Forest Glen, Lafayette Water Park and the Shedd Aquarium. Space is limited, so enrollment forms should be submitted ASAP to reserve a spot. SURVIVOR Enrollment Forms can be obtained & submitted to Mary Miller Junior High School or Ridge Farm Elementary School. This is a free program for Mary Miller Junior High students and Ridge Farm Elementary 5th graders. Free transportation, breakfast and a snack will be provided. Call (217) 822-2580 or email kdavid@vcprojectsuccess.org for more information.
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Around the World in 16 Days
Experience the many wonders of the world such as 'Mummies' presented by the Field Museum and ''A Day as a Knight'' program at the Spurlock Museum from June 3rd to June 27th, Monday through Thursday, 9am to 12pm. Other FUN activities include field trips, art, music, stories from around the world, sports, recreation, archery, games from ancient civilizations, food of many cultures, basket weaving and more! Space is limited so enrollment forms should be submitted ASAP to reserve a spot. Enrollment forms can be obtained from Judith Giacoma Elementary in Westville. This program is free to kids 2nd to 6th grade. Please call (217) 267-2154 or email dcalvin@vcprojectsuccess.org
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Annual Spring Rummage Sale
Vermilion County Animal Shelter Foundation's Annual Spring Rummage Sale will be on Saturday, June 29th, 2013 from 8am to 2pm at the Church of Holy Trinity at 308 N. Vermilion Street in Danville. $3 bag. Sale starts at 1pm. Donations of good, usable, unbroken items will be accepted at the church on Monday June 24th, Tuesday June 25th and Wednesday June 26th from 5 to 7pm. Donations of excess inventory are welcome. For more information call 217-474-3076 or 217-497-5597
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One Day Forklift Operator Safety Course
Danville Area Community College's Customized Corporate Education Division is now offering a one day forklift operator course on August 18th and November 18th, 2013. This 4 hour class provides training to keep your employees and workplace in compliance with OSHA's forklift safety standard. All classes will meet from 8am to 12pm on the DACC campus in the technology center, room 134. Cost for the class is $125 and must be paid 2 weeks prior to class. For more information or registration call 217-443-8779 or contact dhall@dacc.edu
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