The full color book is available at the Bureau, located at 100 W. Main, (David S. Palmer Arena), Suite #146 and will soon be available at other locations.
Monday, September 20, 2010
WALLDOGS COMMEMORATIVE BOOK AVAILABLE!
Danville, Il…………….The Danville Area Convention and Visitors’ Bureau has announced the publication of a Walldogs Commemorative book, designed to provide insights into the Walldogs project. Get one to preserve memories or to learn about the project behind the scenes. It makes a great gift for family and out of town friends at an affordable cost of $5.00.
The full color book is available at the Bureau, located at 100 W. Main, (David S. Palmer Arena), Suite #146 and will soon be available at other locations.
The full color book is available at the Bureau, located at 100 W. Main, (David S. Palmer Arena), Suite #146 and will soon be available at other locations.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Newsmakers Highlights Walldogs!
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Listen to Walldogs Mike Meyer and Scott Lindley on Linda Bolton's WDAN Newsmakers! One day and counting Danville!
Listen to Walldogs Mike Meyer and Scott Lindley on Linda Bolton's WDAN Newsmakers! One day and counting Danville!
Monday, July 26, 2010
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
WE'RE GOING TO THE DOGS!
The big week is almost here - what an opportunity for the City of Danville and the residents of Vermilion County! It is very exciting to have the chance to showcase our culture and diverse history through the Walldog project, which will enhance our city for many years to come.
So….. the Danville Area CVB, the City of Danville and our other partners present: sign posts, puppy parades, the Air Force Band, painting and more painting, and fabulous fun! Downtown Danville is the place to be August 4-8.
AUGUST 4 – FAMILY DAY
The fun starts at dusk. As soon as it gets dark all the streetlights around the mural sites will be turned off as the artists use overhead projectors to project the mural image on the walls. Then they are outlined with markers and ready for paint in the morning.
AUGUST 5 - FAMILY DAY
• Walldogs paint on their murals
• Downtown Danville businesses and restaurants open
• Be a part of it all and paint a wall – photo ops
• Vermilion County War Museum & Vermilion County Museum open all day
• Children’s Activities & Wall Puppy painting 1:00-4:00 p.m.
• Family Night Events will take place at the Danville Public Library 6:30 p.m.- Vendors on the lawn, Walldogs “Unplugged” Community Jam Session, Kickapoo Karvers Soap Carving Demonstration
• 7:30 p.m. Family movie inside the Danville Public Library
• 9:00 p.m. Family movie on the Danville Public Library Lawn
AUGUST 6 – HONOR THE ARTIST DAY
• Walldogs paint on their murals (PS – everyone is welcome to help paint – with or without artistic skills!)
• Mayoral Proclamation to honor the Walldog artists and local artists, as well
• Downtown Danville businesses and restaurants open
• Alley Gallery Art Exhibit open
• Be a part of it all and paint a wall – photo ops
• Children’s Activities & Wall Puppy painting 1:00 -4:00 p.m.
• Vermilion County War Museum & Vermilion County Museum open all day
• Danville Public Library family movies at 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m.
• Downtown Danville Summer Sounds Concert Zydeco Night featuring Hurricane Gumbo 6:00 p.m. Temple Plaza
AUGUST 7 – DOGGONE DANDY DAY
• Doggone Dandy Dog Parade at the Danville Public Library Live Dogs and Stuffed Animals invited
• 9:00 a.m. registration
• 9:30 a.m. parade
• Walldogs work to complete murals
• Downtown Danville businesses and restaurants open
• Be a part of it all and paint a wall – photo ops
• Children’s activities and Wallpuppy painting 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
• Vermilion County War Museum & Vermilion County Museum open all day
• Danville’s Sign Post Forest Dedicated at 11:00a.m. corner of Vermilion St & Harrison St.
• Danville Public Library family movies at 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
• Walldog Auction Library front lot – Eat and drink with artists and friends.
5:00 – 7:30 p.m. Vendors providing food and beverages
5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Air Force Band
7:30 p.m. DJ and Auction of Walldog Art and memorabilia
August 8 - All remaining murals will be completed, THANKS TO THE HELP AND GENEROSITY OF OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES AND INDIVIDUALS.
So….. the Danville Area CVB, the City of Danville and our other partners present: sign posts, puppy parades, the Air Force Band, painting and more painting, and fabulous fun! Downtown Danville is the place to be August 4-8.
AUGUST 4 – FAMILY DAY
The fun starts at dusk. As soon as it gets dark all the streetlights around the mural sites will be turned off as the artists use overhead projectors to project the mural image on the walls. Then they are outlined with markers and ready for paint in the morning.
AUGUST 5 - FAMILY DAY
• Walldogs paint on their murals
• Downtown Danville businesses and restaurants open
• Be a part of it all and paint a wall – photo ops
• Vermilion County War Museum & Vermilion County Museum open all day
• Children’s Activities & Wall Puppy painting 1:00-4:00 p.m.
• Family Night Events will take place at the Danville Public Library 6:30 p.m.- Vendors on the lawn, Walldogs “Unplugged” Community Jam Session, Kickapoo Karvers Soap Carving Demonstration
• 7:30 p.m. Family movie inside the Danville Public Library
• 9:00 p.m. Family movie on the Danville Public Library Lawn
AUGUST 6 – HONOR THE ARTIST DAY
• Walldogs paint on their murals (PS – everyone is welcome to help paint – with or without artistic skills!)
• Mayoral Proclamation to honor the Walldog artists and local artists, as well
• Downtown Danville businesses and restaurants open
• Alley Gallery Art Exhibit open
• Be a part of it all and paint a wall – photo ops
• Children’s Activities & Wall Puppy painting 1:00 -4:00 p.m.
• Vermilion County War Museum & Vermilion County Museum open all day
• Danville Public Library family movies at 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m.
• Downtown Danville Summer Sounds Concert Zydeco Night featuring Hurricane Gumbo 6:00 p.m. Temple Plaza
AUGUST 7 – DOGGONE DANDY DAY
• Doggone Dandy Dog Parade at the Danville Public Library Live Dogs and Stuffed Animals invited
• 9:00 a.m. registration
• 9:30 a.m. parade
• Walldogs work to complete murals
• Downtown Danville businesses and restaurants open
• Be a part of it all and paint a wall – photo ops
• Children’s activities and Wallpuppy painting 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
• Vermilion County War Museum & Vermilion County Museum open all day
• Danville’s Sign Post Forest Dedicated at 11:00a.m. corner of Vermilion St & Harrison St.
• Danville Public Library family movies at 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
• Walldog Auction Library front lot – Eat and drink with artists and friends.
5:00 – 7:30 p.m. Vendors providing food and beverages
5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Air Force Band
7:30 p.m. DJ and Auction of Walldog Art and memorabilia
August 8 - All remaining murals will be completed, THANKS TO THE HELP AND GENEROSITY OF OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES AND INDIVIDUALS.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Smithsonian Comes to Town!
Come on over! The Vermilion County Museum is hosting the Smithsonian traveling exhibit “New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music” from April the 10th through May 23rd. The exhibition showcases the connection between music and history and our local community.
Several of the special events planned are free to the public. “Behind the Console – Studio Recording Fun” is a free workshop for young adults (ages 11 to 14) presented by WDAN/WDNL/K-Rock. It will offer participants a hands-on opportunity to experience the art of studio recording. “Be a Square – Dance” is a workshop for children and adults on square dancing.
For pre-registration, a complete calendar of events, and museum hours, check out www.vermilioncountymuseum.org, or call 217-442-2922.
The Danville Area Convention and Visitors’ comprehensive Calendar of Events for Danville and Vermilion County can be found at www.danvilleareainfo.com.
Several of the special events planned are free to the public. “Behind the Console – Studio Recording Fun” is a free workshop for young adults (ages 11 to 14) presented by WDAN/WDNL/K-Rock. It will offer participants a hands-on opportunity to experience the art of studio recording. “Be a Square – Dance” is a workshop for children and adults on square dancing.
For pre-registration, a complete calendar of events, and museum hours, check out www.vermilioncountymuseum.org, or call 217-442-2922.
The Danville Area Convention and Visitors’ comprehensive Calendar of Events for Danville and Vermilion County can be found at www.danvilleareainfo.com.
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