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Youth Baseball Sign Up


Halifax Dixie Youth Baseball League will be holding sign ups at Halifax County High School on Saturday, February 25th from 10am - 2pm.  Registration fee is $40 (discount for multiple children).  For more information, call Larry Blanks at 434.579.4345.

Comedy Show


The Fraternal Order of Eagles is hosting a special Comedy Show on Saturday, February 25th.  Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm.  Admission is only $10.  The Fraternal Order of Eagles is located on 58 East, 3 miles past the city limits.  For more information, contact Jerry Shelton at 434.251.0994.

Adoption Fair


The Danville Area Humane Society will hold an Adoption Fair at Piedmont Mall on Saturday, February 25th, 11am - 2pm, on the lower level by the elevator.  They will have dogs and cats available for adoption as well as animal-themed items for sale.

Spaghetti Dinner


Leasburg Ruritan Club will host a Spaghetti Dinner to benefit the community service projects the club has undertaken for 2012 on Saturday, February 25th from 5pm - 7pm.  Cost is just $6 a plate and is available to dine-in or carry out.  For more details, call John Berdine at 336.694.6861.

CiCi's Night Out


Eat at CiCi's on Tuesday, February 28th from 4pm - 8pm, drop your receipt int he State Line Baptist Church Youth Group container and a portion of profits will go towards their summer mission trip.  For more information, call Carole at 251.7652.

Blood Drive


Gretna Health and Rehabilitation located at 595 Vaden Drive will host a blood drive, Wednesday, February 29th from 9am - 3pm.  You are urged to come have lunch and celebrate Leap Year by donating blood.

Girl Scout Cookies for Sale


Girl Scout Cookies have arrived in Danville! Thin Mints, Caramel Delights and Peanut Butter Sandwich cookies will be available along with many of your other favorite classic girl scout flavors.  Girls will be at WalMart on February 11th, 18th, 25th and March 3rd (all Saturdays).  Remember, this is a once a year opportunity!

Countdown to Kindergarten


Smart Beginnings and the Danville Family YMCA will host "Countdown to Kindergarten" from 9am - noon on Saturday, March 3rd at YMCA (810 Main Street, Danville, VA) for children to attend this fall.  Join them for free hands-on learning activities, health screenings and more.  For more information, call 797.8887.  Four year old children who participate in the activities will receive a free t-shirt.

Baby of the Year Registration


Luncheon Pilot Club of Danville and Piedmont Mall is hosting their 31st Annual Baby of the Year Contest Charity Fundraiser on Saturday, April 29th at 2pm.  If you'd like to enter your child (open to children from birth to 4 years old), be sure to contact photographer Lauren Moore (formerly with Melton Studios) at 434.250.8929.  Registration is $5 per child and fee is credited as 500 votes for the entrant.  Contest Registration Dates: Friday, February 24th 10am - 7pm, Saturday, February 25th 10am - 4pm, Friday, March 2nd 10am - 7pm and Saturday, March 3rd 10am - 4pm.  Money collected will be reinvested in the community to support citizens with Brain Injuries/Trauma. 

Early Softball League Meeting


Pelham Community Center is having an early softball league for adults, male and female.  A meeting will be held March 6th at 7pm at the Pelham Community Center for anyone interested in playing, coaching, umpiring or helping needs to attend.  Teams will be $200 and is due at the start of the season and will run from April 1st to May 25th.  For more information, call Steve Myers at 336.388.1125.

Brunswick Stew and Bake Sale


Laurel Grove Volunteer Fire and Rescue will have its final Stew and Bake Sale of the season on Saturday, March 10th at the fire station.  Stew will be $5 per quart and homemade cakes and pies will be available as well.  Stew will be ready for pickup from 10am - noon.  For pre-orders call 434.250.6809 or 434.822.8821. 

Little Women, The Musical


The Theatre Guild of Rockingham County presents: Little Women, The Musical at Rockingham Community College Auditorium Advanced Technologies Building Friday, March 2nd and 9th at 7:30pm, Saturday, March 3rd and 10th at 7:30 and Sunday, March 4th and 11th at 2:30pm.  Admission: Adults $11 and Students $8.  To make reservations, call 627.0228 or go online at www.tgrc-nc.com. Tickets also available at the door. 

Steak and Stake Dinner and Auction


There will be a Steak and Stake Dinner and Auction to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Danville area at The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research on Monday, March 12th at 6:30.  The keynote speaker will be Herman Moore, Danville Native and Detroit Lions Wide Receiver from '91 - '01.  He's also a four-time NFL Pro Bowl Selection and holds the Lions' career, season and single-game receiving marks.  Tickets and table reservations are available by calling 434.792.3449 or by going to www.bgcdanville.org and downloading the form to mail in.

Person High School Breast Cancer Fundraiser


Person Senior High softball JV and Varsity is hosting a double header against the Halifax Comets which is also what has become an annual Breast Cancer benefit on Friday, March 23rd.  Last year, they raised over $3,000.  All proceeds are donated to Susan G. Komen foundation.  All sponsors are welcome! There will be a siolent auction, raffle, 50/50 drawing, concessions and free giveaways.  The event will take place at Person Senior High in Roxboro, NC.  For more details, call Jennifer Tallet at 336.503.2035.

Bowl for Kids' Sake


It's not about bowling. It's about kids. Bowl for Kids' Sake is an easy and enjoyable way to make a positive difference. Everyone can get involved as a bowler on a team of family members, friends or co-workers; or as a sponsor. If you care about kids and can spare a little time for fun, then register now for Bowl for Kids' Sake. All participants will play one game of bowling, receive free shoes, a commemorative T-shirt and be eligible to win a variety of fabulous door prizes. Each bowler contributes a minimum of $100 in donations. Players with top pledges are also eligible to win additional prizes.

And now it is easier than ever to ask your friends, family and co-workers to support your efforts! Use the free, online system to create your own webpage and e-mail your contacts for contributions. Lanes fill up fast, so 
register online today or call 434.792.3700.

Racin' n Tastin'


Racin' n Tastin' will be at the Community Market on Friday, April 20th from 5:30pm - 10:30pm.  Tickets go on sale February 27th and are $25 per person or $300 for a corporate table.  Tickets must be purchased in advance.  This is a 21 or older event.  For more information, contact the Danville Welcome Center at 434.793.4636.

Scharlie Dillon Benefit and Poker Run


The 4th Annual Scharlie Dillon Benefit and Poker Run will take place Saturday, April 28th at noon on Tuck Farm (3621 Green Pond Road, Chatham, Virginia).  Registration for the Poker Run will be from 10am - 11:30am.  There will also be pony rides, t-shirts, inflatables, face painting, airbrushed tattoos and more for the kids! Plus plenty of vendors on site, giveaways, raffles and food by donation prepared by Red and Janice Hardy, Big Deddy's BBQ and Whitetail Grills.

Scharlie is a six year old child who lives with Eosinophilic Espohagitis.  She's allergic to most foods and has a limited diet.  To help her gain more nutrients, she has to have one can of formula a day.  Insurance has started paying for the formula; however, there are many other medications she needs that are not fully covered and very expensive.  Also, she is in need of a new feeding tube to try and allow her to be able to eat even more foods.  Due to her condition, her eye sight is very poor and continues to get worse in one eye.  She has to have new lenses in her glasses every three months - insurance only pays for yearly upgrades. She is also being tested because she has several symptoms that could be associated with Mitochrondrial Disease. Eosinophilic Esophagitis and Mitochondrial Disease have no cures.

If you'd like to sponsor Scharlie's fundraising beneift or would like to find out more information and ways to help, call Kimber Burnett at 434.203.3349 or email her at kimber4scharlie@yahoo.com.

Halifax County Heritage and Antique Machinery Festival


Enjoy this festival featuring antique tractors, trucks, cars, working farm exhibits, games for children and more! It's going on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 4th - 6th at the Halifax County Fairgrounds in South Boston, Virginia. Admission is just $5 with 12 and under getting in free.  For more information, visit www.halifaxcountyheritagefestival.org or call 434.572.6879.

Danville Shag Club Golf Tournament


The Danville Shag Club Golf Tournament will be at Goodyear Golf Course on Friday, May 11th at 1pm. Charities benefiting from this event are Danville Cancer Association, God's Pit Crew, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Kids and Cops, God's Storehouse and Meals-on-wheels.  Sost is $260 for a 4 man team. Lunch will be provided. Doorprizes will be awarded along with goodie bags for golfers. For more information, contact Brenda McMillian at 434.250.8161.

LEGO BuildOff


The LEGO Build-Off Fundraiser will take place August 4th from 10am - 1pm at Piedmont Mall.  It's a fun event used to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association.  There is no age limit or fee, but pre-registration is required.  For more information, visit https://sites.google.com/site/legobuildoff/
or call Mandy Stowe at 434.334.8324.

Children's Festival


Bring the kids for food, fun and plenty of games and entertainment at the Children's Festival on Saturday, October 6th from 10am - 4pm.  This fun event will be at the Carrington Pavillion.  If you need more information, contact the Danville Welcome Center at 434.793.4636.

Bright Leaf Brew Fest


Bright Leaf Brew Fest will be held at the Danville Community Market on Saturday, November 10th from 2pm - 8pm.  For more information, contact the Danville Welcome Center at 793.4636.

Pilots - Hanger Talk



Join fellow pilots at 7pm on the first Thursday of each month for Hanger Talk at the Danville Regional Airport terminal.  This facilitated event allows pilots to discuss various aviation topics geared to improving flying skills.  Hanger Talk is sponsored by the Danville Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol.  Contact Ken Carlson at carlsonk@verizon.net or by phone at 434.251.1543.

Dance Classes



Mondays
are Boogie Mondays!  Learn new dances, make new friends, and get some exercise in the process.  Class meets every Monday night, 7 till 8:30pm.  Cost is $3 for city residents or get a dance card good for six visits for only $15.  To register or for more info, call 799.5216.

After School Programs



Danville Parks, Recreation, & Tourism offers many programs for children after school, during intersession and school breaks.  Please contact the following locations for information on what is available for your child.    Glenwood Community Center:   799.6469, Coates Recreation Center:   799.6564, Stonewall Youth Center:   799.5199.
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