River District Stories: The Danville Science Center |
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The Danville Science Center is a division of the Science Museum of Virginia and is their first satellite location. Our mission is to inspire our visitors to enrich their lives through science. We want people to think about their world differently, to look at it through the lens of science and how science affects all facets of their daily life. What does that mean? I often tell people that if our guests have left here with more questions than when they arrived, then we have succeeded in our mission...Read more
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Job Openings in the River District |
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Dell'Anno's Pizza Kitchen: Dell'Anno's is hiring. Apply HERE.
American National Bank: American National Bank is hiring at its Downtown Danville office. Multiple positions available. See openings HERE.
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River District Business Updates |
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Join us to celebrate the Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies of two more businesses in the River District.
When attending community and special events, please continue to monitor CDC guidance for any changes in COVID mitigation protocol. Thank you!
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Danville's new bookstore, The Dog-Eared Page, opening soon! |
GRAND OPENING: August 21st, 10 am
RIBBON CUTTING: August 24th, 10 am
525 Main Street
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Dry Fork Fruit Distillery Promotion:
All veterans, first responders and law enforcement receive 10% discount on all purchases
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Lavinder Group and Associates has moved to:
412 Lynn Street
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Coming soon to the River District...
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Main Street Art Collective has many classes and activities for both kids and adults. |
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To Do in the River District |
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River District Event Calendar |
Visit the River District Event Calendar to keep up with everything happening in the River District.
Visit the 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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River District Art and Sculpture Tour |
River District Association announces the addition of a Downtown Danville Arts and Sculpture Tour in the River District App: Distrx. This tour, through walking, photos, and recorded audio, leads participants through the River District to view and learn about sculptures, murals, and other art projects in Downtown Danville.
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The Danville Public Library is a wonderful asset to our downtown. They have many programs each month catered to kids and adults! |
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The Danville Science Center has weekly programs throughout the center, and activities in the JT Minnie Maude Creativity Lab.
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Community Events in the River District |
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August 13th: Wonder
August 27th: Coco
629 Craghead Street
Movies start at 8:30 PM.
Bring the whole family out for a FREE movie night under the stars. Games, food and activities for your family and friends to enjoy.
Call Danville Parks and Recreation at (434)793-4636 for more details.
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Saturdays,
May through October
7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
629 Craghead Street
Shop locally produced vegetables, meat, baked goods, canned goods, wine, coffee, crafts, and more!
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Upcoming Concert:
Tracy Lawrence
& Tracy Byrd
August 21, 2021
Doors open at 6 p.m.
Carrington Pavilion, The Crossing at the Dan
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River District in the News |
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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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A HUGE Thank You to retiring board members!
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RDA would also like to recognize the service of two outgoing board members that have been integral to the success of the organization. Hampton Wilkins (Wilkins and Co. Real Estate) has served on the board since 2019, and Philip Hayes (Noblis) has served on the RDA Board of Directors for the past 9 years in several capacities, including Board President. |
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Welcome new board members and incoming Executive Board |
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Kelvin Perry, CoD Economic Development
President
Steven Osborne, Asst General Council, IMB
Vice President
Stuart Smith, FCS, Inc.
Treasurer
Christy Harper, Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce
Secretary
William “Billy” Crumpton, Compassion Healthcare
Past President
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The River District Association (RDA) is excited to announce the appointment of two new members to the RDA Board of Directors; Dr. Andrew Hessler (Danville Dental Associates), and Kunal Patel (Daly Hotel Management).
“Dr. Hessler and Mr. Patel are active residents and advocates of the River District, embodying the spirit of community,” said Kelvin Perry RDA’s incoming 2021-2022 Board President, “We are fortunate to have their talent, expertise, and energy as we continue to strengthen the community through our work in Danville’s River District.”
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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
Adams and Fisk, PLC
Vice President
Stuart Smith
FCS, Inc
Treasurer
Christy Harper
Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce
Secretary
William Crumpton
Compassion Healthcare
Past-President
Rachel Covington
Hawthorne and Jade Design Co. LLC
Robin Jones
Vintages by the Dan
Danielle DuCré
Chatham Hall
Varun Sadana
The Launch Place
Drew Herring
West Main Baptist Church
Emma Sellers
Averett University
Shani Gaylord
PATHS, Inc.
Dr. Andrew Hessler
Danville Dental Associates
Kunal Patel
Daly Hotel Management
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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
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River District Association | www.riverdistrictassociation.com
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