Good Neighbor Announcements for 11-08-26
The Women’s Guild of Immanuel Lutheran Church warmly invites you to join them for their Annual Leaf and Holly Holiday Bazaar on Tuesday, November 10, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1930 N. Bowman Avenue, Danville. This cherished event is a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season! Enjoy a morning or afternoon of shopping, browsing, and fellowship, with something special for everyone. Don’t forget to stop by for lunch! A pulled pork luncheon will be served from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., a delicious way to take a break during your visit. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Immanuel Lutheran Church at (217) 442-5675.
Kicking off the Red Mask’s historic 90th season, come out and experience Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express. Step aboard the luxurious Orient Express, where a journey through snowy Europe takes a deadly turn. A passenger is found murdered, the train is stranded, and the killer is still on board. Follow the clues alongside Hercule Poirot as secrets unravel and suspicion moves from passenger to passenger. Showtimes are Friday, November 13th at 7pm, Saturday, November 14th at 2 and 7pm, and Sunday November 15th at 2pm. If you’d like to purchase tickets, or if you want to check out the upcoming shows the Red Mask Players are putting on, head to redmaskplayers.com
Hosted by Gregory’s Academy of the Arts, it’s a Christmas Carol 2026 at the First Presbyterian Church in Danville. There will be 4 showings of this Dickens classic. First two showings are at 7pm on Thursday, November 12th and Friday, November 13th, and the final two showings are on Saturday, November 14th at 10 am and 2pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for student and seniors, and $10 for children. Call 217-443-0235 for reservations, or email gregorysacademy@gmail.com for more information
The holiday season is approaching, and Faith Church is hosting their 2026 Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, November 14th from 9am to 2pm. Get a head start on your Thanksgiving and Christmas shopping, support local sellers, entrepreneurial youth and small businesses! Hot lunch items will be available for purchase from 10:30am through 1:30pm. Faith Church is located at 107 E. Vance Street in Fairmount.
There’s a new exhibit and photos coming to the Vermilion County Museum on Sunday, November 15th of the underground petrified rainforest here in Vermilion County! There will be an open house fro 1:30pm-4pm for anyone to come in and look at the exhibit, and admission is free! Richard Berner will have a special program during the open house starting at 2:30pm for those who want to hear more about the petrified rainforest. For more information about the event, call the museum at 217-442-2922. If you’d like to learn more about the petrified rainforest, you can go to uprvc.com
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Committee’s scholarship application is now available at local high schools in Danville. To be eligible for the scholarship, you must be a 2027 high school graduating senior at a local high school in Danville who plans to pursue his/her education at an institution of higher learning. The selection of the scholarship recipient by the MLK Committee is not based on any racial, religious, ethnic, or cultural affiliation. Therefore, students who meet the criteria listed in the scholarship application are encouraged to apply. Applications for the scholarship will only be accepted on Wednesday, December 2, between 2:00 pm and 4:30 pm at St. James United Methodist Church in Danville. The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the MLK Celebration in January. For additional information email Sandra Finch at sandrafin28@gmail.com.
Do you bleed Orange and Blue or Black and Gold? You can show your team spirit with Impact Life! The Big Ten Conference is partnering with Impact Life to pit all Big Ten universities against each other to see who can donate the most blood from now until December 4th. Once you donate your blood at any Impact Life location, you can support your school by submitting proof of donation on the Impact Life website. Book an appointment at bloodcenter.org to save lives and to support your team.
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.
November 9: Genealogy Workshop. Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for our Genealogy Workshop Series! Each class offers a unique focus, guiding you through the fascinating world of genealogy. Whether you’re looking to enhance your family tree, preserve cherished family photos, or explore other aspects of your heritage, our Library Archives are here to help! 1:00 – 2:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.
November 9: Some Assembly Required: Brickcraft Club. Adults, Teens, and In-betweens: join us the 2nd Monday of each month. Grab a mini block kit, leave with a trinket! Unwind, unplug, and build something small but satisfying, while supplies last. No experience required, just curiosity. 4:00 – 5:00 PM in the Program Room. Intended for ages 10+
November 10: Diabetes Support Group. Looking for support in managing diabetes? In partnership with OSF Healthcare, join Illinois Extension for a monthly diabetes support group designed for individuals living with diabetes and their caregivers. Learn more or register at go.illinois.edu/diabetesDPL Second Tuesday of the month from May to December 2026 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
November 10: 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 while supplies last.
November 10: 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.
November 11: Celebrate! Join the Children’s Department each month to learn about and celebrate different cultures with stories and food. Join us for Friendsgiving! Celebrate friends and transform a sweet ordinary donut into a yummy edible turkey donut. 5:00 – 6:00 PM in the Program Room.
November 11: 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.
November 11: Ukulele Music Club. Join the Ukulele Music Club every 2nd Wednesday for beginner basics at 5 PM and a group jam session at 6 PM – both welcoming all skill levels! Bring your own uke or borrow one of our limited extras and enjoy making music together. The club may even perform around the community! Sign up for email updates: https://ow.ly/a3VR50WM9hY 5:00 – 7:00 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
November 11: Virtual Author Talk – Financial Expert Paul Vigna. Join us for an eye-opening conversation with veteran journalist Paul Vigna as we examine his provocative book, The Almightier: How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became Sin on Wednesday, November 11th 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/219454
November 12: ¡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.
November 14: 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.
November 16: Children’s Wonder Garden Club. Gardening event for children and families. This program is made possible through a partnership with the University of Illinois Extension Office. This month, make a pinecone birdfeeder and invite all your bird friends to your house to enjoy a treat. 4:30 PM in the Program Room.
November 17: 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 Kits – choose a mini block kit to build tiny trinkets! 3:30 – 4:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Teen Space. Intended for ages 13 – 19 while supplies last.
November 17: Vermilion County Master Gardeners. Join Vermilion County Master Gardeners for a “Gardener’s Favorite Things” Panel – a great way to get ideas for Holiday Shopping! 5:30 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room. Call 217-442-8615 for more information.
November 17: 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.
November 18: 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.
November 19: Family Reading Night! Therapy dogs will be waiting for you to introduce yourself and are hoping you will read them a story. Get Pete the Cat stickers, pencils, and make a craft. 5:00 – 6:00 PM in the Children’s Department.
November 19: Virtual Author Talk – Rebecca Roanhorse. Step into a sprawling world of celestial magic, political intrigue, and ancient prophecies with New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Roanhorse as we dive deep into her acclaimed Between Earth and Sky trilogy on Thursday, November 19th 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/220852
November 21: Bilingual Family Fun! Join Cecilia Pérez and her family for Bilingual Family Fun, a welcoming monthly program for all ages. Come ready to learn, laugh, and experience culture together. Families may also have the chance to enjoy traditional snacks while supplies last. Únete a Cecilia Pérez y su familia en Bilingual Family Fun, un programa mensual acogedor para todas las edades. Ven listo para aprender, reír y compartir una experiencia cultural en familia. Las familias también pueden tener la oportunidad de disfrutar bocadillos tradicionales hasta agotar existencias. 1:00 – 2:30 in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
November 21: 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! Crafts! November’s Craft: Fall Wooden Magnets! 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: Turkey Coasters and Ornaments! Next Week: Disco Turkeys!
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. November’s theme is “Family Secrets: Where’s the tea?” https://danvillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org visit our website for more information: https://danvillepubliclibrary.org/2026-hoopla-reading-challenge/
November Beanstack Reading Challenge: Read Grateful! November is here, the perfect time to reflect on what we are grateful for and snuggle up with a great book. Earn festive badges by logging your November reading minutes and be entered to win our Grateful 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 Laura Sager Memorial Blood Drive is on Saturday, November 21st from 9am to noon. This event will be held in the Westville Public Library Community Room. For more information, check out the Westville Public Library on Facebook or call 217-267-3170.
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