Events - Saturday, August 13

Beginning Clay I - Session 5

August 3, 2022
5:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Learn to make your own pottery! In this 6-week class, learn hand-building basic forms, wheel-throwing, and use of studio equipment. Instruction is provided, but students work independently on their own projects. Included are clay, glazing, and firing. Shelf space is provided for your clay, tools, and pieces in progress. Please bring your own basic tools, hand towel, and apron. Basic tool kit (Kemper PTK - the good one!) is available online at https://www.clay-king.com/kemperlist.htm or https://www.amazon.com/Kemper-Pottery-Tool-Kit-Original/dp/B003ZZWGCM/ref=sr_1_2?crid=Z7GL6KZDXS9H&dchild=1&keywords=kemper+pottery+tool+kit+ptk&qid=1635560012&sprefix=kemper+pottery+tool+kit+ptk%2Caps%2C894&sr=8-2 Seating is Limited. Now includes Open Studio time during business hours. Note: Registration is for all 6 sessions, not individual sessions.


Beginning Clay II - Session 5

August 4, 2022
5:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Learn to make your own pottery! In this 6-week class, learn hand-building basic forms, wheel-throwing, and use of studio equipment. Instruction is provided, but students work independently on their own projects. Included are clay, glazing, and firing. Shelf space is provided for your clay, tools, and pieces in progress. Please bring your own basic tools, hand towel, and apron. Basic tool kit (Kemper PTK - the good one!) is available for purchase for $24 at Impotters or online at https://www.clay-king.com/kemperlist.htm or https://www.amazon.com/Kemper-Pottery-Tool-Kit-Original/dp/B003ZZWGCM/ref=sr_1_2?crid=Z7GL6KZDXS9H&dchild=1&keywords=kemper+pottery+tool+kit+ptk&qid=1635560012&sprefix=kemper+pottery+tool+kit+ptk%2Caps%2C894&sr=8-2 Seating is Limited. Now includes Open Studio time available during business hours. Note: Registration is for all 6 weeks, not individual sessions.


Danville Farmers Market

August 13, 2022
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Danville Farmer’s Market (629 Craghead Street)

https://www.danvilleva.gov/2197/Danville-Farmers-Market


Ruby B. Archie Library - Infinity Acres

August 13, 2022
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Rabbits, reptiles, and llamas, oh my! Meet the creatures of Infinity Acres Ranch.
All ages. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195 or visit https://secure.rec1.com/VA/city-of-danville-va/catalog/index/00ea937a4fc3648059a60f002b7a3337?filter=c2VhcmNoPQ== to register


Desk Set

August 13, 2022
10:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Make your own matching set for your desk or home office! This desk set consists of a pinch pot dish for paper clips, a note paper holder for 4.25" x 5.5" sheets, and a phone holder. Tip: Recycle misprinted letter size paper into 1/4 size notes! We will build the pieces and you can choose a glaze color. We will dry, glaze your pieces, and fire them in a kiln. Projects will be ready for pick up in about 2 weeks.


Ruby B. Archie Library - Youth D&D

August 13, 2022
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons by creating a character and battling in an epic encounter with some of the fiercest fantasy creatures. All experience levels are welcome. First time participants receive a free set of dice. Snacks are provided.
Grades 6-12. Space is limited. Registration is required. Please register for only one session. Call (434) 799-5195 or use the link below.
https://secure.rec1.com/VA/city-of-danville-va/catalog/index/d2dbd7e561c2de39b8a76871e195ad21?filter=c2VhcmNoPSZsb2NhdGlvbiU1QjYwMjElNUQ9MQ==


Ruby B. Archie Library - Infinity Acres

August 13, 2022
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Rabbits, reptiles, and llamas, oh my! Meet the creatures of Infinity Acres Ranch.
All ages. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5195 or visit https://secure.rec1.com/VA/city-of-danville-va/catalog/index/00ea937a4fc3648059a60f002b7a3337?filter=c2VhcmNoPQ== to register.


River District Artisans - Rustic Wall Sconce

August 13, 2022
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

411 Main Street

Come join us for our “Rustic Wall Sconce/Vase” class with local artisan, Debra Tucker! In the class, you’ll construct the sconce by attaching a mason jar to a piece of rustic, reclaimed barn wood and then fill it with natural local foliage! A variety of different ways for using the sconce will be discussed as well!
The cost of the class is $30 and includes all supplies, tools, instructions and greenery! Please call 434-228-4125 to confirm seating and to register for the class. In order to help with planning, we kindly ask that you register and pay for the class no later than Tuesday, August 9th. 


Storytime at the Dog-Eared Page

August 13, 2022
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Dog-Eared Page

525 Main Street

Storytime at 10 am

Who else is excited for our August Story-Time?! Join us THIS Saturday at 11am as Mrs. Judy reads “We Don’t Eat our Classmates”! Can you think of a better title for the week our local kiddos are heading back to school? We certainly can’t! We are so excited to see you this Saturday, and to hear about your week


Camp Camp - Drag Bootcamp

August 13, 2022
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Presented by Collidescope at Smokestack Theatre Company, we bring you our very own drag bootcamp!!!
Registration is $75. 319 Lynn Street

About this event:

www.eventbrite.com/e/camp-camp-2022-tickets-391424881357

Always wanted to do drag or play with gender roles but never really knew where to start? Youtube tutorials don't seem to be working out? Well, it's happening! Presented by Collidescope at Smokestack Theatre Company, we bring you our very own drag bootcamp!!!
Rather you want to be a queen, a king, or a gender bent machine, we're gonna teach you the basics. This workshop will feature local professionals who will help you find your personal within by teaching makeup techniques, onstage performing styles, character development, and fashion advice that you can take with you down the runway!
Your ticket includes admission and a meal. Campers are responsible for your own make up, wigs and clothes (Because they're YOURS silly, we're just here to show you how to put them together). Even if you don't know where to begin, we'll be here to help. Once applicants have been accepted they'll have access to our database full of where they can get everything they need for the class.
Once seats are filled up, tickets will no longer be on sale! So first come first serve.
You MUST be ages 16 years and older.


The Dog - Eared Page - Book Club

August 13, 2022
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM

525 Main Street

Join us for our Book Club Meeting on August 13th at 5:15pm, where we will be discussing Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy!


Get the Led Out Concert - Carrington Pavillion

August 13, 2022
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Get The Led Out (GTLO) will make their first appearance at the Carrington Pavilion on August 13th! GTLO formed in 2003 and is well-known for their amazing concerts of Led Zeppelin songs. They have mastered the album versions of the mighty Led Zep. Many fans in this area have traveled to North Carolina to see GTLO inside. This is your chance to see them outside at the Carrington Pavillion (629 Craghead)!! We will also get the chance to hear Greensboro group The Wright Avenue open the show.


Tickets are on sale! You can purchase tickets at www.danvilleharvestjubilee.org. Premium Reserved seats in Sections 1 - 3 are only $30. Reserved seats in Sections 4 - 7 are $25. Obstructed view are $22 and general admission tickets are only $20. Remember, we do not have service charges. Tickets are $5 more the day of the show.


Gates will open at 6:00 pm. No outside food or drink is allowed. Food, beer, soft drinks, and water will be available inside the Pavilion. Chairs and blankets can be brought in for the lawn area.
Special thanks to our sponsors: Coors Light, City of Danville, Coca-Cola, URW Community Federal Credit Union, Barefoot Wine, Comfort Inn and Suites


Ballad Brewing - LoOG Live Music

August 13, 2022
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

LOOG is back in the taproom and will be sure to bring all the entertainment, talent, and excitement along that they always do! The show starts at 7 PM.
For more info about The League check out their website: https://www.theleagueofordinarygentlemen.com