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Message from the Town Council Happy July! Summer vacations are underway, camps and classes are going strong and Danville is one active place to be! Welcome to the summer edition of the Live Locally Newsletter. In these pages, you can learn about many of the different aspects of Danville and how they affect you, the community. As you can see from the cover, we make good use of our parks all summer. Music in the Park turns Oak Hill Park into your own concert hall each year, and Moonlight Movies makes the Town Green your own personal drive-in theatre. Inside, learn about some of the projects happening in Town, like the replacement of our streetlights with energy efficient LEDs, or the upcoming expansion of the parking lot at the Village Theatre and Art Gallery to add 139 new spaces to our downtown parking. Get a closeup look of the Town of Danville’s newly revamped website, www.danville.ca.gov. See how the site has been renovated and streamlined to put the information within your grasp. It’s easy to navigate, easy to use and filled with colorful images that highlight what it means to Live Locally.
Young and old alike love dancing in Oak Hill Park to the great Music in the Park performances
WHAT'S INSIDE... Town of Danville 2018/19 Budget & CIP Approved
Discover Your Local Businesses
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Other items inside include an overview of the Teen Centers available to our middle schoolers, a look at the Hap Magee Ranch Park Renovation Project, and an explanation of the Town’s Social Hosting Ordinance. Check out the back cover, get your calendar out, and start scheduling—you will want to start planning right away. It’s a great summer and a great place to Live Locally!
2017/18 PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT STATS:
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REPAVING
of streets, including sections of El Cerro Boulevard, El Capitan Drive and Camino Tassajara
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Shopping made easy in downtown Danville. And many shops are dog-friendly!
Downtown Business District Ordinance Adds Flexibility to Retail Uses Downtown Danville is considered by many the “heart and soul” of the community. Since incorporation in 1982, the Town has been committed to maintaining its smalltown character and promoting economic vitality. As part of the Town’s commitment to supporting local businesses and maintaining the unique small town character, the Town Council recently updated the Town’s Downtown Business District (DBD) Ordinance, which guides where the different types of businesses can be located and the appearance of proposed new developments. In order to allow retail stores to better compete with online commerce, the Town DBD Ordinance updates are designed to allow additional flexibility for retail stores to provide “experiential uses,” to complement their retail sales. For example, a beauty supply store may now incorporate a beauty salon area where customers can sample the store’s products. Or, a ballet clothing store can now incorporate dance classes. The idea is that these kinds of blended uses provide an experience that you can’t get online. Additionally, the DBD Ordinance was revised to allow additional flexibility for restaurants related to indoor and outdoor seating. The entirety of the new DBD Ordinance (Section 32-45 of the Municipal Code) can be found at www.danville.ca.gov. For any additional questions, please contact David Crompton, Principal Planner at (925) 314-3349 or dcrompton@danville.ca.gov or Jill Bergman, Economic Development Manager at (925) 314-3369 or jbergman@danville.ca.gov.
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JULY 2018
Expected start date
SEPTEMBER 2018
Expected project completion
Free Public Wi-Fi System Expanded Danville’s publicly accessible Wi-Fi system has been upgraded! The new service provides free wireless Internet access to those visiting community facilities. The Wi-Fi service has a more robust connection with broader range, as well as faster upload and download speeds. The Wi-Fi system extends out onto the Town Green and to several public facilities in town, such as the Danville Community Center, Village Theatre & Art Gallery, Veterans Memorial Building and Senior Center, Oak Hill Park Community Center, and the Town Offices. To access the free service at one of these locations, look for the wireless network called “DanvilleFreePublicWiFi” and try it out. Users should keep in mind that, as with all public Wi-Fi connections, whether hosted by the Town of Danville or at a favorite coffeehouse, no network communication is 100% secure. When logging into any public Wi-Fi network, use common sense and avoid logging onto websites where cybercriminals can capture identifying information (such as online banking networks). For more information about the Town’s free Wi-Fi system, contact Network Administrator, Matt Hull at (925) 314-3323 or mhull@danville.ca.gov.
Village Theatre Parking Lot Improvements to Begin As the Town continues to work on improving the amount of parking available to residents, another new project near the Village Theatre & Art Gallery gets underway this summer.
200 public parking spaces. The project will be completed with the inclusion of landscaping, lighting, and the construction of bioretention facilities for storm water management.
The Town is moving forward with the construction of a new surface parking lot located on Front Street to the south of the Village Theatre. To construct the parking lot, the existing building located at 279 Front Street will be demolished. As the project proceeds, the parking on the Village Theatre Site will be reconfigured and integrated into the design to create one large lot consisting of approximately
Construction of the Village Theatre Parking Lot expansion project is scheduled to begin in late 2018 and expected to open in early 2019. For more information on the Village Theatre Parking Improvements project, contact City Engineer, Steven Jones at (925) 314-3339 or sjones@danville.ca.gov.
Town of Danville 2018/19 Budget & CIP Approved Careful planning, both in the way the Town is run and in how funds are spent, are a large part of the reason that Danville has weathered the financial downturns of recent years with little, if any, detrimental effects. A months-long budgeting process is at the heart of that planning, and it ended in June with the Town Council approving a spending plan for the coming year. The 2018/19 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) reflects that careful financial stewardship. All planned services in the $33,880,496 budget address the Town’s highest priorities as established by the Town Council. The budget is balanced, prudent reserves continue to be maintained, and forecasts show that Danville is holding to a course that is fiscally sustainable. As part of the process, the Budget and CIP were reviewed by the Town at public study sessions on May 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2018. The Town Council then met to approve the budget at their June 6 meeting.
SUMMARY OF EXPENDITURES Fiscal Year 2018/19
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES: $4.06M MAINTENANCE SERVICES: $7.81M
12% 23.1%
13.8% 5.3%
POLICE SERVICES: $9.97M
12.9% 29.4% 3.5%
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES: $4.69M GENERAL GOVERNMENT: $1.8M RECREATION SERVICES: $4.36M SUCCESSOR AGENCY: $1.19M
SHEDDING LED LIGHT ON THE DOWNTOWN In the past few years, the Town of Danville has replaced 84 high-pressure sodium streetlights with energy-saving LED streetlight fixtures. Shown above are new LED lights adorning Hartz Avenue downtown. Following the completion of the North Hartz Avenue and Railroad Avenue Beautification Projects, the Town has replaced the remaining 58 street light fixtures and 32 new street light poles inthe downtown area. These included those on the north part of Railroad Avenue, the Clock Tower Parking Lot and Diablo Road. Future street light replacement projects include the Railroad Avenue Parking Lot and San Ramon Valley Boulevard from Hartz Avenue to Sycamore Valley Road.
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TOBACCO RETAILER MORATORIUM EXTENDED Discussion over the location of two businesses in Danville aimed at selling tobacco prompted action in February 2018 by the Town Council. Following a surge in applications and plans by two businesses to open tobacco retailers in close proximity to Danville schools, the Town Council adopted a 45-day moratorium on any new tobacco retailers, as well as hookah or vapor lounges. After further discussion, at the end of the moratorium, the council voted to extend it for an additional 10 months for a total of one year. This was done to provide adequate time for the council to study the issue and consider additional regulations. Councilmembers cited the importance of promoting health in the community and particularly among youth, and how this decision is in line with their commitment to an outstanding quality of life for everyone in Danville. Since the growth in popularity of vaping or the use of electronic cigarettes, youth tobacco use rates have significantly increased. According to the 2017 California Healthy Kids Survey, administered in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District, 24% of 11th graders report having used a vaping device at least once where only 7% report smoking a cigarette. Regular use was reported by 13% of students surveyed. For more information, contact City Attorney, Rob Ewing at (925) 314-3383
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Volunteers teach ‘hands-free’ CPR at the Emergency Preparedness Fair
Get Prepped at the Emergency Preparedness Faire The 2018 San Ramon Valley Emergency Preparedness Fair is set for Saturday, September 29. The community is invited to join the Town of Danville at Central Park in San Ramon from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a great series of classes and demos. There will be over 50 different booths and displays including a police K-9 demonstration, bomb squad booth, technology center, and vendors selling emergency prep gear.
Earthquake awareness will be a central theme, with a class taught by Earthquake Geologist Emeritus David Schwartz of the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Food trucks will be on hand, so have lunch in between demos. Bring the whole family to this great, fun and free education event.
Teen Centers A GREAT AFTER-SCHOOL ALTERNATIVE
Even though summer is in full swing, school bells are right around the corner and the Town of Danville is getting ready to reopen Teen Centers at Charlotte Wood, Los Cerros, and Diablo Vista Middle Schools. Teen Centers are an after-school program offered through the Town of Danville. The program provides an enriching and engaging experience for middle school teens. Students join Town staff in outdoor games, activities, a daily snack and more. The Teen Centers follow the San Ramon Valley Unified School District school calendar and are open from school dismissal until 5:30 p.m. every school day. Enrichment opportunities such as acrylic painting and cooking are offered in the Teen Center for the teens at an additional fee.
Town Social Host Ordinance Amended
TO INCLUDE USE OF MARIJUANA
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To register your teen for the Fall term or to learn more, go to www.danville.ca.gov/recguide and check out the fall activity guide or call Teen Program Coordinator, Lindsay Gallardo at (925) 314-3400.
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The use of alcohol by minors and the potential harmful effects have long been an issue of concern in Danville, especially as prom time and graduation roll around. The legalization of marijuana in California has added a new layer to those concerns, prompting a change to the Town of Danville’s Social Host Ordinance.
The Social Host Ordinance allows police to fine adults who host social gatherings in which alcohol and marijuana are being consumed by minors. The fines for violators can be up to $1,000. The idea behind the social host ordinance is to send a clear message to adults to set good examples for youth and be good community members by helping to keep youth safe at social gatherings, rather than allow them to break the law by supervising such parties. response to the legalization of marijuana, the Town $Inof$Danville $ was approached to add marijuana to the list of illegal substances covered in the Town’s Social Host Ordinance (4-6.1), and chose to amend the ordinance to include marijuana for those under the age of 21.
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The Danville Police Department asks parents and other responsible adults to abide by the Social Host Ordinance, and help prevent accidents or injuries involving minors and alcohol or marijuana.
$$$ VAPING AND JUULS Every Juul pod contains an amount of nicotine equal to
1 pack
of cigarettes
Juuls account for over
High school students make a game of trying to get away with using their Juuls in class and often post photos and videos on social media
50%
of the Vaping market
IT’S NOT VAPOR—it's aerosol and contains known CARCINOGENS such as: • ALDEHYDES—which are irritants of the respiratory tract • CARBONYLS—long term exposure increases the risk of cancer, asthma, and COPD • DIACETYL AND ACETYL PROPIONYL—has been implicated in development of popcorn lung disease • DIETHYL PHTHALATE AND DIETHYLHEXYL PHTHALATE—which causes premature breast development in girls
A starter kit (device and four flavors) runs around $50
Devices are slim, discreet and designed to look like USB drives
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Photo: “Godbeams” by Richard Valenti 2016 Wild photo contest winner.
Website Makeover
DISCOVER OUR NEW WEBSITE AND LIVE LOCALLY WITH US! Welcome to the Town of Danville’s new website! When we began the process of updating and revamping our site in 2017, the guiding vision was a site that would be easy for our residents to navigate and use. Working with CivicPlus, we crafted a landing page that is a one-stop shop for the majority of the community’s needs. Our landing page features links to all major services and programs, calendars for meetings and events, news and announcements, press releases and Town social media. Getting information from the Town has never been easier as residents will be able to subscribe to e-mail updates on council and commission meetings, RFPs and bids, and news alerts. Check out all the new features and functions by visiting us at www.danville.ca.gov
CALENDAR Users can customize which calendars they see, from council or commission meetings, to recreation and business events on the Town’s calendars. And, with the click of a button on your mobile device, users can add favorite events to their mobile calendars.
NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Keep up with what’s happening in Danville – news, events, programs, volunteer opportunities and more!
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In an effort to make the user experience as friendly as possible, this section features all the best the Town has to offer in one centralized location. Discover shopping, dining, parks and trails, where you can take your dog, take in a performance, and more. For our business community, Doing Business is another featured section, designed to assist those looking to start a new venture, or improve their current business.
We are always working to refine and improve our new site, to make it the best it can be for our community. If there are features you feel are missing, or feel need to be easier to find, send your feedback to webmaster@danville.ca.gov.
Renovating Hap Magee Ranch Park Play Area The 11-year-old play area at Hap Magee Ranch Park is overdue for some needed attention, and it is now on the schedule to get an upgrade later this year.
Photo by Paige Green Photography
The Town of Danville is the lead agency in charge of maintaining Hap Magee Ranch Park, in cooperation with Contra Costa County. Both agencies are responsible for the maintenance and funding for the park. Danville’s parks are a popular attraction with younger residents
FAMILY FUN AT MOONLIGHT MOVIES Bring your blankets, picnic baskets, and family to the Danville Town Green, located at 400 Front Street, for this summer’s Moonlight Movies series. Enjoy crafts and activities at 6:30 p.m. and the film starts at dusk. Shows this summer included Back to the Future and Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Additional movies being shown in this year’s lineup include: July 13: Pixar’s Coco (PG) 2017
July 27: Wonder Woman (PG-13) 2017
The renovation includes the replacement of group play areas and relocation of the sand play area. The project is moving forward, as a final concept plan has been approved by both the Town’s Parks and Leisure Services Commission and Contra Costa County’s Alamo Municipal Advisory Council. For more information regarding this project please contact Jed Johnson at (925) 314-3419 or jjohnson@danville.ca.gov.
August 10: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (PG-13) 2017
Kidchella Children’s Reading and Music Festival Returns Now back for its second year, The Town of Danville and the Danville Library have partnered to present Kidchella, a series focusing on children’s reading and music appreciation. Bring the family out and get immersed in summer music, crafts, and stories! Kidchella will be held on Wednesdays: July 18, and August 8 from 11:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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11:15 AM Preschool Music and Story Time Located in the Danville Library’s Children’s Reading Room
All activities besides Preschool Music Story Time take place on the Town Green, 400 Front Street. Story Time takes place inside the Danville Library.
12:00 PM Children’s Musical Entertainment with Live Bands
For more information call the Danville Community Center at (925) 314-3400.
• July 18: The Raytones Alongside their mascot, Ray the Rhino, this band loves to rock out, have a ball, and play cool music! • August 8: Adam Gottstein Solo singer/songwriter playing acoustic originals and timeless favorites for children. 12:45 PM–2:00 PM Music-themed crafts and Story Walk The Arts & Rec on the Go van will be on site to lead fun games for the whole family!
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Help Protect Danville Parks
PARK WATCH
The Town of Danville asks for your help. Please report the following unsavory activities:
FROM VANDALISM AND GRAFFITI
Located within the Town of Danville are eleven major park sites, as well as many smaller neighborhood and roadside parks. The Town takes great pride in how these parks are maintained as well as the amenities that they provide to the community.
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Every year, Town staff spends tens of thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours responding to incidents of graffiti and vandalism that take place in these beautiful parks. The summer and fall months always see an upswing in park usage. Unfortunately, this is also the time when incidents of vandalism and graffiti are on the rise. Residents are asked to help the Town combat this ongoing issue by reporting the activities listed in the graphic at right.
The Town invites members of the public that live nearby our parks or visitors that notice acts of vandalism, graffiti or suspicious behavior in progress to report these incidents to the Danville Police Department immediately at (925) 820-2144. Reports of vandalism discovered can be submitted by using the Town of Danville’s Danville Connect app. For more information regarding the Town of Danville Maintenance Department, call (925) 314-3450 or send an email to maintenance@danville.ca.gov.
• Graffiti on or in buildings and restrooms
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• Vandalism to buildings, restrooms or infrastructure • Vandalism to play structures, pathway lighting, equipment, trees or landscaping • Illegal dumping • Unauthorized vehicles within the parks, especially on turf areas • Mischievous activity within the parks Please call (925) 820-2144 if you see any of these things occurring in Town parks.
Taking Care of Our Landscaping An aspect of Danville appreciated throughout the Town is the lovely landscaping and green spaces that make the Town look beautiful. These spaces require care, and the Town staff has been busy through the spring on several renovation projects that either have or will soon be completed. Some of these include: the raised median on Diablo Road near I-680; sections of the El Capitan Drive and El Cerro Boulevard roadsides; and in the south parking lot at Osage Station Park. Plant material impacted by drought, pests, and diseases or that had reached the end of its lifespan, is being replaced with fresh, drought-tolerant plantings. This new landscaping will not only enhance the
aesthetics of the sites, but will also be better equipped to handle inevitable future droughts. With that in mind, managing water resources has never been more important and the renovation projects listed above will help in that regard. Additionally, irrigation systems are being modified to promote increasingly efficient watering, which will help keep the plant material alive and thriving while simultaneously reducing water usage and costs. Bark mulch is being replenished at the sites, which will allow the soil to retain more moisture and lose less to evaporation. This multifaceted approach will help the Town continue to protect environmental resources while managing costs and maintenance efforts.
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33RD ANNUAL MUSIC IN THE PARK CONCERT SERIES Danville’s much loved outdoor concert series is back for its 33rd year! Fans of live music can expect a variety of exciting and energetic bands to entertain over several Saturdays this summer. Come out and join us for some fun in the sun! This year’s lineup includes: July 7 at Oak Hill Park Stealin’ Chicago This band is dedicated to a faithful re-creation of the music recorded by Terry Kath, Robert Lamm, and Peter Cetera. The unique sound incorporates a strong use of melodic horn lines and THE sound of Chicago. July 21 at Oak Hill Park Touch of Class This well-established R&B, Funk, Oldies, and Standards band features combined vocal harmonies, a heavy horn section, and choreography to create a high energy show. August 11 at The Town Green The Fog City Swampers Whether you’re a “Mississippi Queen” or a “Simple Man,” this Classic Rock band will serve up a generous helping of rock and roll goodness. Expect to hear classics by artists like Lynyrd Skynyrd, CCR, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Johnny Cash, and more. All concerts are free and run from 6 p.m to 8 p.m. Concerts at Oak Hill Park will include a selection of food trucks provided by Food Truck Mafia. For more information visit www.danville.ca.gov/calendar or call (925) 314-3400.
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"One Festival, Two Countries"
UNITES DANVILLE AND NEW ROSS, IRELAND
Each year, the Eugene O'Neill Festival celebrates the life and legacy of America's only Nobel-prize winning playwright and one-time Danville resident, Eugene O’Neill. The festival, organized by the Eugene O'Neill Foundation and co-sponsored by the Town of Danville and National Park Service, features his plays in Danville at both the Village Theatre Art Gallery and at the Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site's Tao House. Eugene O'Neill wrote his final and most memorable plays; The Iceman Cometh, Long Day's Journey Into Night, and A Moon for the Misbegotten; at the Tao House in Danville. Eugene O’Neill’s father James, along with his parents and siblings, emigrated from New Ross, Ireland. Recognizing the cultural ties between the Town of Danville, and Eugene O'Neill's
ancestral home in Ireland, the Danville Town Council formed a 'Friendship City Partnership' with the Town of New Ross, County Wexford, Ireland. Furthering this cultural bond will be an inaugural event titled, “One Festival, Two Countries” where both Danville and New Ross will feature O’Neill’s plays in a civic and cultural partnership. The first half of the festival, the 19th Annual Eugene O’Neill Festival in Danville, will be held throughout September 2018, and the second half, the First Annual Eugene O’Neill International Festival of Theatre, will be held in New Ross October 11–14, 2018. For more information on "One Festival, Two Countries," visit www.eugeneoneill.org.
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DISCOVER YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES Danville is filled with small independent businesses who have chosen to locate here for a reason, the small-town ambience and energetic sense of community. We would like to welcome two of our newest local independents as they bring their passion and entrepreneurship to our town.
Brides on Hartz
Fire and Rain ART GALLERY
This one-stop bridal showroom is the perfect fit for Danville. They offer a wide range of wedding services, event planning services and provide a superior individualized experience for every bride. Featuring gorgeous gowns and suits from carefully selected designers for both traditional and non-traditional special days is their specialty. Friends and passionate entrepreneur owners, Ashleigh and Marissa, are true locals, growing up in Danville and launching their dream business in the community they love. We invite you to check out this home grown local business at 422 Hartz Avenue (bridesonhartz.com).
This successful boutique gallery has chosen downtown Danville to open their second location. Showcasing many local artists, the Gallery features a curated collection of dynamic pieces and American hand-crafted art. The boutique offers an ever-changing range of American-made jewelry, handbags, furniture and home décor. Explore this one of a kind experience at 495 Hartz Avenue. (fireandraingalleries.com).
Business Spotlight SIP AND SAVOR Crumbs Breakfast & Lunch
428 RAILROAD AVE (925) 838-8824
Breakfast and Lunch
Kibo Sushi
125 HARTZ AVE (925) 362-3263
Sushi Bar
Kick ‘n Mule Sports Bar 340 HARTZ AVE Specializing in multiple Moscow Mule combinations (925) 838-8800 Life is Sweet Cafe
155 RAILROAD AVE (925) 718-5818
Gluten-free Bakery and Cafe
Reserve Bar by Starbucks
398 HARTZ AVE (925) 855-9657
Rare Coffee from Around the Globe
Smallcakes Cupcakery & Creamery Homemade Cupcakes & Ice Cream
Wow Wow Lemonade
Handcrafted Hawaiian Lemonade
95 RAILROAD AVE (925) 965-0333
806 SYCAMORE VALLEY RD (925) 788-1520
PERFECT FOR HOME AR Workshop Danville
Home Accessories & DIY Workshops
Lemon Danville
Baby, Gifts, Home Store
355 HARTZ AVE (925) 494-0628 178 E. PROSPECT (925) 818-2483
The Nest Gifts & Home Furnishings 800 SYCAMORE VALLEY RD Gifts, Home Furnishings & Now Furnishings (925) 820-2226
SASSY STYLE Bishop’s Cuts & Colors
Unisex Barber
The Last Empire
Lash Extensions and More
Dog + Cat Laundry Mat
Pet Grooming
39 RAILROAD AVE OPENING SOON 390 RAILROAD AVE, #100 OPENING SOON 156 W. LINDA MESA (925) 837-7912
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H OT S U M M E R S U N DAYS C A R S H OW Sundays, July 22 and August 19 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Historic Downtown
Mark your calendars for July 22 and August 19! This annual car show is now taking place on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friends and families can take in the sights of contemporary hot rods and classic automobiles while enjoying live entertainment, browsing local shops, and dining in historic downtown. For additional event details or to register your ride, visit www.dhsscs.com.
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Mayor Newell Arnerich Vice Mayor Robert Storer Councilmember Lisa Blackwell
A RT I STS ' O P E N I N G R EC E PT I O N FO R G R O U N D S FO R C H A N G E : Asian American Narratives curated by Pallavi Sharma Saturday, August 25, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Village Theatre
Sunday, August 26, 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
June 20, July 18, August 8 11:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Town Green
New to Danville this year! This hike will feature 10 and 5.5 mile hike options, and end with a celebration expo at the Danville Hotel Plaza. All proceeds support breast cancer prevention awareness.
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Fun event brining local craft beer, Tri-Valley wine, live music, expansive shopping and savory small bites from local restaurants together.
KIDCHELLA
Get immersed in summer music, crafts, and stories with this interactive festival! Presented in partnership with the Danville Library.
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Thursday, August 16, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Historic Downtown & The Livery
THE RIDGE HIKE
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B R E W I T U P, W I N E I T D OW N
Fridays—July 13, July 27 and August 10 Crafts: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Movie: 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Town Green
O N E F EST I VA L , T WO C O U N T R I ES : EU G E N E O ’ N E I L L F EST I VA L September in Danville, California October in New Ross, Ireland www.eugeneoneill.org
Family-friendly films shown in a picturesque outdoor setting under the stars. Don’t forget your lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks to make it complete. See page 8 for more information.
Immerse yourself in an American literary legend at this month-long celebration including live theatre performances, seminars, exhibits, tours, and more. This year, the festival comes together as part of the Town’s newly-formed Friendship City with New Ross, Ireland.
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9/11 REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY
9:00 a.m. to Noon Historic Downtown www.srvkiwanis.org/parade
Monday, September 11, 5:30 p.m. Oak Hill Park
Celebrate Independence Day at this hometown event that attracts a crowd of 40,000. Cheer on parade participants and enjoy community.
Councilmember Renee Morgan
M U S I C I N T H E PA R K
Councilmember Karen Stepper
Saturday, July 7, July 21 and August 11 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
This free summer concert series offers a wonderful array of live performances in the park. See page 10 for more information.
Honor first responders and those who served following this historical day.
DA N V I L L E D ’ E L EGA N C E Sunday, September 16, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Historic Downtown
Enjoy an exciting afternoon of cars for a cause benefiting the Parkinson's Institute. Visit fine wine and food stations throughout the event while you awe at exotic automobiles.