Good Neighbor Announcements for 9-27-26
The Danville Women’s Care Clinic Walk For Life is scheduled for Saturday, October 17th at Lincoln Park in Danville. Come on out and walk at your own pace, enjoy the activities, and know you are making a difference. Check-in for the walk starts at 8:30am on the 17th, with the walk starting at 9am. To get a donation form or to register, head over to the Danville Women’s Care Clinic at 1509 N Bowman.
The Vermilion County Museum Society has some upcoming bus tours you won’t want to miss! On October 17th, the bus tours through Georgetown, Olivet, Ridge Farm, and Humrick. On November 7th, the tour visits Patomac, Armstrong, Collison, Higginsville, and Henning. For more information or to reserve your spot, call the museum at 217-442-2922
CRIS Healthy Aging and the Illinois Department of Aging are looking for volunteers to help seniors navigate Medicare. They will provide free training to become certified as an Illinois SHIP counselor. Counselors educate consumers and answer questions about Medicare, supplements, and other insurance. They help organize and assist in filing for Medicare and Medicare claims. If you want to help seniors and caregivers in Vermilion County, contact CRIS Healthy Aging at 217-443-2999 or visit crishealthyaging.org
The Trep School is taking applications for Broadband Grants for businesses. Forty businesses located in Vermilion County can receive up to $500 each towards upgrading their internet service to fiber broadband or towards hosting their business website. The $20,000 in funds for the broadband grants were provided by the Vermilion County Board to Vermilion Advantage as matching funds for the Economic Empowerment Center grant Vermilion Advantage received from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Vermilion Advantage contracted The Trep School to provide the programming for the grant. To be eligible for the grants, business owners must live or have their business located in Vermilion County. Additionally, they must complete an IRS W-9, an application, and 360° Business Assessment and growth plan with The Trep School. Once eligibility has been determined, The Trep School and Vermilion Advantage will coordinate with the business owner to provide the funds directly to the vendor on the business’s behalf. For more information or to apply, go to the website www.TheTrepSchool.com and select Broadband Grant in the menu or contact The Trep School at 217-497-9227.
The Danville Fire Department’s Free Smoke Alarm Program is free for residents within the City of Danville. This initiative is designed to help ensure every home is equipped with working smoke alarms, a critical component of fire safety and early detection. Through this program, Danville residents can request free smoke alarms and professional installation by trained personnel. The goal is to reduce fire-related injuries and fatalities by making homes safer and more prepared. Anyone interested in participating in the Free Smoke Alarm Program is encouraged to register through the department’s new Community Connect platform at www.communityconnect.io/info/il-danville or call the Danville Fire Department at 217-431-2350 to schedule their installation and provide important household information that can assist first responders in an emergency.
The Danville Library Foundation is excited to continue working with with Newell Township to bring Little Free Libraries to the community. Jim Wilson with Newell Township will be providing the Little Free Libraries, and the Danville Library Foundation has committed to filling them with books for the community. The two organizations felt this outreach project worked to support the community in promoting literacy and engagement by making books accessible to all. These Little Free Libraries will function in the way of “Take a Book, Leave a Book.” Be sure to keep an eye out and visit the Little Free Library in your area!
Danville Public Library Upcoming Events
For more information, call 217-477-5220 or visit DanvillePublicLibrary.org
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday: Closed.
September 29: Teen Crafternoons. Tuesdays = your creative time. Hang out and make cool stuff. No sign-up, no stress. Just show up and create something awesome! This week: Build Kit Instruments – choose a mini block kit to build tiny musical instruments before International Music Day! 3:30 – 4:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Teen Space. Intended for ages 13 – 19.
September 29: Teen Universal Yums. Ready to snack your way around the world? Each month, teens can explore a different country through its unique treats, fun trivia, and music from that culture. It’s a flavorful, interactive experience you won’t want to miss! 4:30 – 5:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Teen Space. Intended for ages 13 – 19.
September 29: Wee Wigglers Story Time. Join us for action rhymes, stories, and songs for children ages 5 and under – Tuesdays at 10:00 AM in the Program Room.
September 30: Card Club. Join us the last Wednesday of the month to learn and play a variety of card games! Fun for all skill levels. No gambling, just games and good times. From Uno to Blackjack, Poker to Slapjack, there’s something for everyone. 5:00 – 6:00 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
September 30: Teen Writing Club. We’ve got writing prompts and games to spark your imagination and snacks* to fuel your mind! *While supplies last. Come write, chill, and connect with other teen writers. No pressure, just good vibes, cool ideas, and a space to be creative. Wednesdays, 3:30 – 4:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Teen Space.
October 1: Virtual Author Talk – Veronica Roth. A single choice can transform your destiny. Join us for an online conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth as we celebrate the enduring legacy of her Divergent series and get an exclusive sneak peek into her upcoming novel, The Sixth Faction! Thursday, October 1st at 6:00 PM via digital live-stream in partnership with Library Speakers Consortium. Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/danvillepubliclibrary/212666
October 3: CREATE. Join us on the first Saturday of each month for CREATE! Make your very own Boo Basket to get ready for spooky season. Only 20 spots available; sign up on our website! 1:00 PM in the Program Room. Ages 5-12
October 3: Diamond Painting Craft Club. Treat yourself to some creative time the 1st* Saturday of Every Month! Enjoy different themes and styles to diamond paint and enjoy a calm, relaxing afternoon of crafting. This month, create a classy cat or bookish magnet! Space is limited. Reserve your spot here: https://ow.ly/1sAq50ZMVAK or call 217-477-5220, ext 116. 2:00 – 3:30PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
October 3: The Music Tells Our Stories: Latines in Illinois and the USA. Join Cataline Maria Johnson, Ph. D. for a broad overview of milestones from the last several centuries of music in the Latine U.S. as a way of understanding the history, roots, and concerns of Latines in this land, with a special emphasis on Latine populations that have profoundly marked the state of Illinois’ culture and music. Made possible through a partnership with Illinois Humanities. 2:00 – 3:00 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
October 3: Senior Social Hour. Seniors, join us on the first Saturday of every month, for a chance to have coffee and play games together. 9:00 – 10:00 AM in the Program Room.
October 3: Story Time. Have a great time listening, interacting with stories and making a fun craft! Saturdays at 11:00 AM in the Children’s Department.
October 5: First Amendment Film Fest. Join us for special Banned Book-Themed Midday Movies. Monday – a powerful classic that follows a small-town lawyer, his two curious children, and a court case that challenges prejudice, courage, and justice. Decades after its release, this Academy Award-winning film still sparks important conversations about standing up for what is right, even when it’s difficult. Bring your own lunch and enjoy film adaptations of books that have been challenged, debated, and discussed for generations.12:00 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
October 5: Ghost Craft for Seniors: Synergy Seminar Series. Join Synergy HomeCare for our quarterly Senior Seminar Series, designed for older adults, focusing on enhancing well-being, understanding aging, and navigating health challenges. This quarter, Villas of Holly Brook will lead a fun ghost craft for seniors! Learn how to create a friendly or fearful framed ghost just in time for Halloween. RSVP is encouraged but not required. Crafting available while supplies last. Space limited so sign up here: https://ow.ly/Mu3q50ZIrFt or call 217-477-5220, ext 116. 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
October 6: First Amendment Film Fest. Join us for special Banned Book-Themed Midday Movies. Tuesday – a moving story of resilience, sisterhood, and finding your voice. Based on a frequently challenged novel, this acclaimed film follows one woman’s journey through hardship, love, loss, and self-discovery in the American South. Bring your own lunch and enjoy film adaptations of books that have been challenged, debated, and discussed for generations. 12:00 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
October 6: Teen Crafternoons. Tuesdays = your creative time. Hang out and make cool stuff. No sign-up, no stress. Just show up and create something awesome! This week: Diamond Painting – create a masterpiece…piece by piece. 3:30 – 4:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Teen Space. Intended for ages 13 – 19.
October 6: Wee Wigglers Story Time. Join us for action rhymes, stories, and songs for children ages 5 and under – Tuesdays at 10:00 AM in the Program Room.
October 7: First Amendment Film Fest. Join us for special Banned Book-Themed Midday Movies. Wednesday – a magical movie based on a frequently challenged children’s book. Follow a brilliant young girl with a love of reading as she discovers that knowledge, kindness, and a little bit of magic can help stand up to bullies and change the world. 12:00 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
October 7: Silent Book Club – Banned Book Read-In. This Banned Books Week, we’re teaming up with @librofm and Silent Book Club to host a Banned Books Read-In to protest book censorship. Join us as we read and take action to fight book bans! Attendees will get to select a free book from our Banned Book Selection and also receive a free audio download of either Banned Together or How to Defend Books and Why from Libro.fm, while supplies last. 4:30 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
October 7: Teen Writing Club. We’ve got writing prompts and games to spark your imagination and snacks* to fuel your mind! *While supplies last. Come write, chill, and connect with other teen writers. No pressure, just good vibes, cool ideas, and a space to be creative. Wednesdays, 3:30 – 4:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Teen Space.
October 8: ¡Library Lotería! Join the library and DACC on the second Thursday of every month for a traditional Mexican game similar to Bingo. Win unique prizes for the whole family. Lotería cards are limited, but walk-ins and spectators are welcome as space allows. Únete a la biblioteca y DACC el segundo jueves de cada mes para disfrutar de la Lotería, un juego tradicional mexicano similar al Bingo. Gana premios únicos para toda la familia. Las cartas de Lotería son limitadas, pero los participantes sin registro previo y los espectadores son bienvenidos según el espacio disponible. 5:00 – 6:30 PM Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
October 8: Virtual Author Talk – Art in Flight: Reinventing Postmodernism with Smithsonian Curator Carolyn Russo, A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration. Join us for a captivating online conversation with acclaimed author and Smithsonian curator Carolyn Russo as we dive into her fascinating book, The Ascent of Rauschenberg. Explore the towering legacy, unexpected inspirations, and creative heights of one of America’s most influential artistic icons on Thursday, October 8th at 1:00 PM via digital live-stream in partnership with Library Speakers Consortium. Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/danvillepubliclibrary/209231
October 10: Family Puzzle Dash. Celebrate Fire Prevention Month with a fun forest-themed puzzle challenge! Teams of up to 4 people will receive the same under-300-piece Forest Friends puzzle. Limited space available. Walk-ins welcome only if space allows. Register now and put your family’s puzzle-solving skills to the test: https://ow.ly/3RFO50ZCUwq 1:00 – 4:00 PM in the Program Room.
October 10: Story Time. Have a great time listening, interacting with stories and making a fun craft! Saturdays at 11:00 AM in the Children’s Department.
Adult Craft: Stop by the Reference Desk on the 2nd floor for a take & make craft! September’s Craft: Mini Build Kits! October’s Craft: Spooky Air-Dry Clay Crafts! While supplies last
American Conversation Project: We’re partnering with the American Conversation Project to record community conversations to be part of the National Public ACP Collection, marking the 250th Anniversary of the Nation. Everyone’s voice matters. Join a group of 4 – 6 fellow community members for a conversation about our community’s past, present, and future! Sign up at https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/series/acp/ or call 217-477-5220, ext 116.
Biblioboard Library: Enjoy unlimited access to eBooks from self-published Illinois authors, Arcadia Publishing/The History Press, and discover community content created by libraries across Illinois—all with no holds, checkouts, or lending limits. Download the BiblioBoard Library app for Apple, Android, or Kindle devices, or visit BiblioBoard Library on any web browser to start reading.
Coloring Contest for all ages: Color a picture and win a prize. Return entries by the end of the month. Entries will be displayed in the Children’s Room. Winners will be notified. Ages Preschool to adult. Pick up coloring sheets at the library or visit https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/coloring-contest
Explore More Illinois: a free service provided by your library that provides instant online access to free and discounted tickets to museums, science centers, sporting events, zoos, park districts, theaters, and other fun and local cultural venues. Log in with your library card credentials and browse for passes by date or attractions.
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Indie Author Project: Are you an indie author looking for a chance to showcase your talent? The Indie Author Project Annual Contest seeks to find the best indie-published book in nine genres. BONUS: The Illinois Author Project is looking for the best indie-published fiction book in Illinois! Learn more about the Cash Prizes and how to enter here: https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/indie-author-project-2026/
Libby, by Overdrive: Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader! It’s free with your library card and easy to get started. Learn more at overdrive.com/apps/libby/ or download the app!
Library Mobile App: Danville Public Library now has an app available for your mobile devices. Search for books, etc., keep in touch with our social networks, or view our upcoming events, all on your phone! Search for SHARE Mobile Library or visit tinyurl.com/DPL-App for download links.
Starbooks Used Book Store: Step into Wonderland, where every book is a delightful find. Shop by card suit: Spades: Free Items, Hearts: $0.50, Clubs: $1.00, Diamonds: $2.00. At Starbooks, the magic never ends, and every visit is a new adventure!
Teen Space: Find a new hang-out spot for teens on the 2nd Floor! Hang out, game, learn, create, and connect, plus enjoy many teen programs! Open Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 PM, when staff is present. Ages 13 – 19.
Weekly Crafts: Drop by for fun crafts in the children’s department. Available Monday through Thursday from 8 am-6:30 pm and Fri-Sat 8 am-4 pm. New craft each week! This Week: choose between a bear eating fall food or a fall squirrel & leaves glitter globe! Next week: Silly Monsters!
Rubber Ducky Readers: Join this fun Beanstack Challenge! For every 10 books read, the child will get a rubber duck, every 100 books equal a book, a sticker and a certificate, 1000 books equal a goody bag filled with a book, a sticker, a completion certificate, a stuffed animal, a blow-up rubber duck, etc. This challenge is for ages 0-6. Visit https://danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org/ to join the fun!
2026 Hoopla Reading Challenge: Join Hoopla’s year-long challenge! Each month, explore a new curated collection of books, audiobooks, and comics on Hoopla, then pick one (or more!) to enjoy. Log what you finish in the Beanstack app or at. September’s theme is “Reality Enchanted: Magical Realism” while October’s theme is “Beware the Forrest: Horror and Thrillers!” https://danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org visit our website for more information: https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/2026-hoopla-reading-challenge/
September Beanstack Reading Challenge: All the Right Notes! This September, celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with our Beanstack reading challenge! Log your reading minutes at least once a week to complete the challenge for a chance to win our All the Right Notes Giveaway Basket. Find your rhythm. No matter what your tastes are, a library card hits all the right notes! Download the Beanstack app or visit danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org to sign up today.
October Beanstack Reading Challenge: Hallow-Read! Spooky season is upon us! Halloween is a time brimming with excitement, magic, and mischief. Earn all of our hauntingly cool badges by logging your October reading minutes and be entered to win our Hallow-Read Giveaway! Download the Beanstack app or visit danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org to sign up today. From Adult to Small, this challenge is for All!
Celebrate 70 Years of DLO Musical Theatre: We’re creating a Biblioboard Community eCollection of stories, photos, and memorabilia honoring this beloved local institution. Share your onstage, behind the scenes, or audience memories and help preserve the magic of DLO for generations to come. You may share and view photos, videos, letters, and more here: https://ow.ly/44ME50XwhTT]
The Westville Public Library upcoming events:
For more information about upcoming events, call 217-267-3170
The 8th Annual Library Crawl Starts on October 1st! It’s the perfect opportunity to discover just how much you can do with your library card. How does it work? Beginning on October 1st, you can pick up an “8th Annual Library Crawl Passport” from the Westville Public Library. You’ll get a swag bag for picking up your passport. Next, Visit 5 participating Libraries during the month of October. Westville counts as one! Have each library stamp your passport, then bring your 5 stamps back to the Westville Public Library by November 4th to be entered to win a $40 Rich’s gift certificate!
Oct. 1 from 1:00-3:30, CRIS Medicare Workshop
CRIS Healthy Aging will be at the library to answer your Medicare and insurance questions. You will also learn about CRIS Healthy Aging services and programming.
Characters from the Wizard of Oz are coming to visit the Westville Public Library on Saturday, October 3rd at 10am! They’ll be reading a special story to the children and bring a little bit of Oz with them.
Come on out to the Monthly Book Club on Monday, October 5th at 10:00 am or 5:30pm. You can pick the time that works best for you. Bring ONE book suggestion to put in the bowl. We’ll draw one for our very first book club read!
Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies:
Starting at 2pm on Wednesday, October 7th, come watch a film based around 2 war generals facing the toughest choice they’ll face 72 hours before the most dangerous sea invasion ever. This event is free to the public, and refreshments will be served.
Calling all gardeners…Saturday, October 17th will be the kick off day for the opening of the new seed library at the Westville Public Library. Volunteers from the Friends of the Westville Library will be on hand from 9:30 – 11:30 to assist the public in donating or receiving seeds. Stop in to donate to, pick up from or just gather knowledge about the new seed library.
Westville Library also has a comfort shelf inside our doors. It is typically filled with a wide variety of food.The items are free to those in need. We also accept donations of non-perishable foods (not expired) and household items/paper products for our comfort shelf as well. For more information, please call the Westville Public Library
Covington Public Library Upcoming Events:
622 5th Street in Covington, Indiana. Phone: 765-299-7619.
Weekly Programs
• Wednesdays @ 11:00 a.m. – Storytime
• Thursdays @ 11:15 a.m. – Storytime
• Thursdays @ 3:15 p.m. – Teen Art Studio (5th grade and up)
• Fridays @ 3:30 p.m. – Video Game Day (Ages 10+)
If you have a Public Service Announcement, send to office@wityradio.com or mail to PO Box 142, Danville, IL 61834