Events - Saturday, July 8

Planetary Scavenger Hunt

July 8, 2023
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Mercury and all his planet buddies are hiding in the River District. Can you find all of them? Using the Distrx app, follow clues left by the Danville Public Library and the @riverdistrictassociation to locate each of the planets and claim your prize. The scavenger hunt will be active on Saturday, July 8 between 10am and 1pm. The first stop is the library’s Maker Space! Simply download the Distrx app on your mobile device, find the 'Planetary Scavenger Hunt' game (make sure that your sound and Bluetooth are on and that the app is able to use data), and start playing! This program does not require registration and is open to all ages. Call (434) 799-5195 for more information.

Ruby B. Archie Public Library


MSAC Watermelon Watercolor Painting

July 8, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

SATURDAY, JULY 8 at 11 am

Local artist Krista Skelton is back to teach a third watercolor class, this subject being a watermelon. $40 registration fee includes all supplies needed.

Class location is Main Street Art Collective, 326 Main St, Danville, VA


Brett Gill at Ballad Brewing

July 8, 2023
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Ballad Brewing

600 Craghead Street

Join us for an evening of Ballad, Rhythms, and Brews with Brett Gill! The show starts at 6 pm and is free to attend. All are welcome.


Tossing at the Crossing - Cornhole Tournament

July 8, 2023
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Show off your bag throwing skills at the Tossing at the Crossing - Cornhole Tournaments this summer. These tournaments will coincide with the Music at the Market concert series. Registration is open online prior to the tournaments and will be on site the day of the tournament from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. $10 a player. The tournaments will be a blind draw for partners directly after registration closes. Players can bring their own bags or use the ones provided by the sponsor Seven10 Cornhole. Prizes will be awarded to the top two teams. Hosted by Danville Parks and Recreation and sponsored by Seven10 Cornhole.
For more information, call (434) 857-3384 or visit the event page on Facebook