There is a lot happening in the River District! Be sure to scroll all the way down to get all the details. | |
The River District Gets a Visit from Senator Mark Warner | |
Partnership for Regional Prosperity | |
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We enjoyed hearing Beth Doughty talk about the Partnership for Regional Prosperity at the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce Business at Breakfast event.
From the Partnership for Regional Prosperity website: https://regionalprosperity.org/
Danville City Council and the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors formed the Partnership for Regional Prosperity in 2020 by appointing a steering committee to examine the change coming and knowing that planning for that change will produce the best outcomes.
- The Partnership will contribute by:
- Researching issues
- Sharing information
- Convening community conversations
- Promoting collaboration
- Encouraging a future-forward mindset
- Identifying and aligning resources
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The River District Association (RDA) is excited to be hosting another session of “Start-Up Slam.” Modeled after a poetry slam, it is a fun community-oriented event where people share a meal, share creative business ideas, make new friends, and network with both creative people and people who support creative people!
The second Start-Up Slam will be on September 27th, 6 pm to 8 pm at The River District Event Center (136 S. Ridge Street).
To reserve a seat, call the RDA office at 434-791-0210 or email alyssa@riverdistrictassociation.com and let us know you are coming. We look forward to hearing your great ideas!
Read all the details at: https://www.riverdistrictassociation.com/do-business/rda-programs/start-up-slam
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Mornings on Main
Monday, September 26th @ 10 am
In-person at 208 N. Union Street and virtual - RSVP Please!
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Topic: Holiday Promotions and Events in the River District
Special Guest: Kirsten Aherron, RDA Communications and Events Manager
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Missed the July Mornings with Maggie Richardson from The Health Collaborative? Watch it on our YouTube Channel! | |
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Upcoming Community Events | |
Celebrating the written, visual and performing arts |  | |
Library Events
- Sept. 22:Book Talk with Bill Guerrant, author of "Jim Wrenn."
- This free event is located in the Library Auditorium from 5:30-6:30 PM
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Registration is required. Call 434-799-5195 or click here.
- Sept. 23: Reflections of Home Tiny Art Show
- This free program has separate teen and adult sessions from 5-6 PM with no fee.
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Registration is required. Call 434-799-5195 or click here.
- Sept. 24: Writer's Workshop
- This free program is located in the Library Maker Space from 11 AM-1 PM.
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Registration is required. Call 434-799-5195 or click here.
- KEYNOTE: Sept. 24: Unhappy Hour - Performance of the Trial of "The Tell-Tale Heart"
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Event will be located at Union Street Park on September 24th from 6PM until 8PM and is for ages 18 and older. Entry fee for the event is $25.00. Call 434-799-5195 or click here.
Partner Events
Sept. 23: Ballad Brewing Re-Release their HOME beer.
Sept. 24 Monoprinted Plates Class at Impotters Clayworx
Sept. 24: Barn Quilt Painting Class at Main Street Art Collective
September 19-24: Me's Burgers and Brews will have a special "Poe Burger"
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Unhappy Hour: Witness the Murder Trial of "The Tell-Tale Heart" |
Experience Edgar Allan Poe's terrifying story brought to life...and death!
September 24th, 6pm - 8-m
$25 tickets, S. Union Street Pocket Park
Includes heavy hors d'oeuvres and spirits. Additional drinks available for purchase.
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The River District Spotlight | |
Check out our new monthly video series highlighting River District Businesses, Food, Music, Arts and Entertainment and more! | |
River District Announcements and Promotions | |
Job Openings in The River District | |
PATHS is hiring for many positions. Locations include the School-Based Health Center at George Washington High School and PATHS offices in Chatham, Boydton, Danville, and South Boston.
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Spectrum Medical is hiring for several positions. Learn more:
https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Spectrum-Medical/jobs
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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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News from Cotton at Riverside Mill |
Cotton wants everyone to know that over Labor Day weekend (September 3rd and 4th) the building's parking lot will be resurfaced. The restaurant will still be open, and parking is available across the street at the Acree Parking Garage.
Also, welcome to Kari Uebelman, Cotton's new General Manager!
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Lizzy Lou Boutique Celebrates 7th Anniversary in the River District!
| On September 10th, Lizzy Lou Boutique has a 7th Anniversary Sale all day! | | | |
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World Beard Day Contest. September 3rd | 7-8pm. Judging length, width, and style.
1st place prize: $200 worth in men grooming products
2nd place prize: $100 worth in men grooming products.
Monday September 5th. Funky’s Game Night | 5pm-11pm. All ages are welcome! Ages 16 and under require adult supervision and ages under 18 require adult supervision after the hours of 9pm! Free to attend!
Monday September 19th. Funky’s Game Night | 5pm-11pm. All ages are welcome! Ages 16 and under require adult supervision and ages under 18 require adult supervision after the hours of 9pm! Free to attend!
Tuesday September 27th. Funky’s Pop-Culture Trivia Night! Starts at 9pm. Teams of up to 4 people. Free to attend!
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Dominion Crossfit is offering a new program! "I Train, We Train"
This program is geared towards helping business owners and employees find time to focus on their health and fitness at an affordable rate.
Contact Dominion CrossFit to set up a program that fits your business and your employees.
308 Court Street
Danville VA, 24541
Contact for rates:
dominoncrossfit@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/dominioncrossfit
919-588-0488
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In celebration of Black Business Month (August), The Coalition to Back Black Businesses and American Express have opened up a grant program for Black owned businesses (up to $5,000), who employ between 3-20 people.
The deadline is September 6th, and here is the website with information, and the press release. Check it out, and share!
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United Way of Danville-Pittsylvania County Taps telly Tucker as 2022 Campaign Chair
The United Way of Danville-Pittsylvania County has tapped Telly Tucker, President, of the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) as its 2022 Campaign Chair. Tucker takes over for Austin Scher, Otterbots General Manager, who helped United Way navigate fundraising last year.
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Monster Market Mash - October 31, 5pm - 8pm, 629 Craghead Street | | | |
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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River District Association | www.riverdistrictassociation.com
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