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Danville, Virginia Patch AM: a 5 min readGood day Danville! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- Ready to level up your public speaking in Danville this month?
- Where and when kids can get free summer meals in Danville
- How Danvilleās Bloody Monday changed civil rights history forever
Also on today's calendar: The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What did Tennessee see? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Toasty conditions, with a high of 92 and low of 63 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Saturday: Toasty conditions, temps: high: 94, low: 67.
- Sunday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 91 and low of 70 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Young Professionals Public Speaking Workshop on Jun 23, 2026 (businessdailynetwork.com) ā Young professionals in Danville can sharpen their public speaking skills at a handsāon workshop hosted by the Danville Pittsylvania Chamber Young Professionals on June 23 at Smokestack Theatre on Lynn Street. For a small fee, attendees will practice confidenceābuilding techniques, try improv activities, and enjoy performances from local improv talent while networking with peers. 
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2. Danville Public Schools to offer breakfast and lunch meals for kids over summer (wset.com) ā Danville Public Schools will again offer free breakfast and lunch to all children 18 and under at multiple school sites and food truck stops across the city starting June 8. Families can choose to-go or dine-in options on specific dates and times through late July, making it easier to keep kids fed while school is out. Ā Ā Ā
3. Patchwork 250: Remembering Bloody Monday, Danville's fight for Civil Rights and the legacy of June 10, 1963 (wsls.com) ā Danvilleās Bloody Monday of June 10, 1963 is revisited through firstāhand memories from local civil rights activists who faced police violence while peacefully protesting segregation. Residents and historians describe how Danvilleās struggle drew national attention, including visits from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and how the cityās painful past still shapes ongoing conversations about equality and progress today. Ā Ā Ā
4. Otterbots fall to Bluefield on Opening Night (wset.com) ā Danvilleās Otterbots opened their season at American Legion Field with a tight 3ā2 loss to the Bluefield Ridge Runners, who rallied with two runs in the ninth. Strong pitching from Dylan Singleton and early scoring chances kept fans engaged, setting the tone for an exciting summer of baseball in Danville despite the narrow defeat. Ā Ā Ā
5. 10 Under-The-Radar Small Towns In Virginia You Need To Visit First (myfamilytravels.com) ā Danville earns a spot on a new list of underātheāradar Virginia towns worth visiting, praised for its revitalized Millworks district, Dan River trails, and growing arts scene. The feature highlights the cityās Victorian architecture, Civil War history, and emerging creative energy, encouraging travelers to discover Danville before it becomes a more crowded destination. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Danville
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Upcoming Events in
Danville
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ā Featured events ā
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Matt Mathews ā
Caesars Virginia - A Caesars Rewards Destination, 1100 W Main St, Danville
8:00 pm
Saturday June 6
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Other local events
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Main Street to Anglers Trip ā
City of Danville Calendar, 350 Northside Drive, Danville
9:00 am -
Adult Open Gym Basketball ā
City of Danville Calendar Danville, VA 24543
10:00 am -
Mission Impossible...ly Fun! Coates Day Camp ā
City of Danville Calendar, 1725 Westover Drive, Danville
7:30 am -
School Bus Driver Training
Twin Springs Elementary 1001 Tight Squeeze Rd, Chatham, VA 24531, USA
8:00 am -
ENERGY ā
City of Danville Calendar, 119 Bradley Road, Danville
10:00 am -
Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority Meeting ā
City of Danville Calendar
12:00 pm -
The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT ā
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F St NW, Washington
6:00 pm
Saturday June 6
Monday June 8
Monday June 22
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š Events Nearby
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School Bus Driver Training
Twin Springs Elementary 1001 Tight Squeeze Rd, Chatham, VA 24531, USA
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Staunton River RIFA Meeting ā
Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, 150 Slayton Ave, Danville
2:00 pm -
Franklin Jonas & The Byzantines ā
Caesars Virginia - A Caesars Rewards Destination, 1100 W Main St, Danville
8:00 pm -
2 Witches Winery & Brewing ā
2 Witches Winery & Brewing Company, 3545 209 Trade St, Danville
7:00 pm
Monday June 8
Thursday June 11
Friday June 12
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Would any other moms with small toddlers be willing/wanting to meet up at the park with our little ones and go on walks?
My daughter is three and Iām looking for friends for her for the summer thanks yall! (Nextdoor Danville) - My Honda Rebel 250 motorcycle has been sitting and Iām not sure how to get it started.
Iām located near the entrance to Fox Hollow. Can anyone help a neighbor out? 434-366-4160 Michelle (Nextdoor West Drive)
- Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Back of House Team Member in Danville. Apply here.
- Caesars Entertainment posted a job opening for Dandan Noodle - Lead Cook in Danville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Danville here.
Ok Danville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Same as Arkansas (Thank you Juanita B. for sending it in!)
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