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Opposite Page: Hundreds of people waited in the sun to visit the AAF Tank Museum in Danville to experience its final flamethrower day in September. Photo by Jacob Hancock.

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Crowds escaped the scorching summer heat as they waited indoors for the next showing of the historic flamethrowers at Danville’s AAF Tank Museum.

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he Schoolfield Village hosted its first First Fridays event of the year on September 1. There were several vendors, including PeaceLoveJoy, Handcrafts

by Ruby, War On Books, At the Cabin, Main Street Art Collective, and VisitSoSi. The Ga-te Shoken food truck served desirable food, whilst DJ Heath Haynes served up some oldtime classics on his vinyl record player and audio system.

Family and friends enjoyed their time eating, shopping, and spending time together at the First Fridays event. A raffle was held that included cash prizes to local Schoolfield venues such as Foxglove, The Schoolfield Restaurant, Linden Rose Boutique, and Frank’s. The prizes were drawn at 6:30 p.m.

This year is the 85th anniversary of the 1938 Log Cabin Playhouse located next to the building, formerly known as the

Schoolfield Museum at 917 West Main Street in Danville. Robert S. Kimpleton built the playhouse for the kindergarten, which was later turned into a museum. It was open to the public for viewing and visiting during the event from 5 to 8 p.m.

Several original pieces of history from the Schoolfield Museum Collection were on display to view as well. There are suspicions from local historians that the playhouse may have been built using leftover material from the Schoolfield Employment Office. Visitors were able to enjoy free refreshments inside of the Museum and young children could play in the playhouse as well.

The First Fridays events will be held in the first week of every month until December. The next event will be held on Friday, October 6, at 917 West Main Street in Danville. •

Shown at top, left: There were many people enjoying the first First Fridays event through art, music, food, and family fun. Top, right: Brittani Callands, the owner of PeaceLoveJoy, had her small business set up at the event with sample body butter, and some of her products out for sale. She can be contacted by phone or email, at 434-234-4662 or peacelovejoy434@gmail.com. Bottom, left: The 1938 Log Cabin Playhouse, ready for visitors to stop by and take a look inside its memory-filled door. Bottom, right: DJ Heath Haynes provides a joyous performance with his vinyl record table for all to enjoy.

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FLAMETHR FEEL THE HEAT

Guests were out in full force at the AAF Tank Museum’s final flamethrower day.

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ROWER DAY Snapshots from Flamethrower Day on September 2, 2023 held at the AAF Tank Museum. Photos by Jacob Hancock

Tickets to the flamethrower spectacle covered general admission to the museum and attendees had the opportunity to view full-size tanks, artifacts from war, historical technology, and more.

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FLAMETHR FEEL THE HEAT

Those who came to view the flamethrowers in action were clearly warned: Go left for warm, forward for hot, or right for melt–and they meant it, too. The heat was intense even while standing toward the back of the crowd.

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ROWER DAY

Military uniforms and equipment were not the only artifacts on display at the museum. Vintage cars, such as the Cadillac and Lincoln Continental above, proudly represented classic Americana.

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On July 30 the Chatha m Fire Department will have a fundrais ing at the Chathamdinner Fire Station.

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TINY TOWN GOLF

Focuses on family fun under new management Story & Photos by Ceilidh Hicks

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iny Town Golf is an 18-hole miniature golf course for community and family, located in the Danville area, providing each customer with a memorable experience each time they may visit.

Bishop Darrell and Sylvia Bruce recently purchased the business a little over two weeks ago.

“We are trying to help build family relationships,” stated Bruce.

They are family-oriented, stress-free, smoke-free, and violence-free, and are looking to provide a unique, bonding experience to all guests.

Tiny Town Golf will be undergoing several projects in the future that are focused on the improvement of the business. They plan on providing putt-putt classes, group sessions, and collaborations.

Tiny Town Golf is now open every day of the week.

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fun time as well,” said Bruce.

They also plan on upgrading the paint on the different hole structures, fences, and other amenities within the course.

The Danville area does not have many places to host events that people can go to and have family fun. Most of the miniature golf courses have closed down in surrounding areas, therefore Tiny Town Golf has the ability to become a central point for families and friends to come together and enjoy their miniature golf experience. Many customers have said that Tiny Town Golf provides the warmest welcome they could have asked for.

The miniature golf course not only offers invigorating puttputt games, but it also offers refreshments and an overall relaxing and fun experience for all customers. The different holes on this course are unique and eye-catching to many.

Some of the special holes include the Pinball, Lighthouse,

Windmill, Barn, and Dogleg holes. The course features relaxing water features with waterfalls, one of which is also the new home to a few brightly colored Koi fish. There is also a gathering area in the middle of the course with picnic tables under a shady area for families and friends to eat and relax during their miniature golf experience. Tiny Town Golf also offers the service of hosting parties for those who wish to have a good time with the people they love, and no stress.

Many heartwarming memories have been made at Tiny Town Golf through the years.

“There was a young man that came here a few days ago,

and he had planned a party and some events happened where most of the people didn’t show up because of family issues, so we invited some people to come and sing “Happy Birthday” to him. I think it made his day, he was able to play golf, and everybody played with him,” stated Bruce.

Tiny Town Golf is located at 643 Arnett Boulevard in Danville.

They are open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. On Fridays and Saturdays, they are open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and on Sundays, they are open from 3 to 8 p.m.

Inquiries can be made by phone or email at (434) 797-1090 or tinytowngolfva@gmail.com. •

Shown starting on opposite page at top, left: The Windmill is one of the best-loved holes featured on the miniature golf course. Top, Center: Players enjoy the even terrain of the course, and the nature surrounding it. Top, right: The picnic area has a perfect view of the whole course and provides a place to rest. Players can stop here during their game to eat or take a break and hang out in the shade. Second row, left: There is a memorial located alongside the course for the previous owner. Second row, right: Water features are right under parts of the course, giving players a more relaxing experience as they swing their clubs.

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Bohemian beat •••

KEEPING A PULSE ON THE ARTS Story & Photos by Kelly Hofman

Karaoke Night at Two Witches Winery & Brewing Co.

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fun and popular element hidden among the old structures and spotty streetlight in Danville’s Riverside area has become a place of notoriety. Owners Ethan and Julie Brown opened their roomy brewery in May of 2014 (2 Witches recently celebrated their 9-year anniversary). They have hosted live improv, area bands, a Whiffle Ball league for grown-ups, comedians, youth workshops, open mic night, public meetings, and, of course, Karaoke Night the first Friday of each month. They also host special events and can provide locally owned food trucks with a plethora of varieties of classic and international cuisine. Their staff is close-knit and friendly, and the parking is ample. It is a family-owned and operated establishment. Before I forget, you can check in with 2W on their Facebook page and check “events” and “posts” for any adjustments to the schedule.

So here I am standing at 209 Trade Street in the cloudy, damp moonlight, my car grumbling behind me, attempting to open the beautiful, Oz-like gate bearing the “2 Witches” token. Once you walk up the deck and see all the happy people inside enjoying the music, brews and association, you feel like you’re heading into a private club, where people know you and the bartenders have your favorite drink ready. And whether your new or not local, it only takes a few smiles and greetings to assimilate into this spirited, joyful crowd.

As I entered the establishment with my family, I was literally shocked by all of the aesthetic remodeling Ethan, Julie and the other associates had done. I have not been to the 2W brewery since briefly before the COVID-19 pandemic, but the Browns have kept busy. A dividing wall has always been in place making for a small back room for meetings to be held, as well as housing the men’s and 20 | DISCOVER MAGAZINE | SOUTHSIDE

Two Witches Owners Ethan and Julie Brown

“Matty D” (Matt Doss) spinning tunes for performers like Eboni Sky who is performing Alicia Keys “Girl on Fire.” women’s rest rooms, so they have now opened up the full floor plan.

The larger, high-tech-laden stage is in the center of the venue. The lighting, table coordination and customer service are a boon to 2W’s already sterling reputation. These new, well-planned changes are welcome. So kudos 2 Witches on not only a chic, modish joint for families (including well-behaved children most of whom were there for Karaoke, it seemed), but a clean and well-managed establishment for locals and those visiting Southern Virginia also. I have myself recommended 2WB to others for parties and hangout time.

Now let’s talk about their products for a moment. 2W makes their own wines using local vineyards and offer a large variety of local reds, whites and others for a good price, or you can try it by the glass. 2 Witches famous home-made Sangria is brewed with fresh fruit right in it. The brewery even offers a number of

home-made flavored seltzers. Last but not least is the 2 Witches selection of beers, of which they offer ten choices daily and rotate the flavors on a calendar. I like to get the sampler-4 four-ounce brews in any flavor. Last time we sampled a coffee flavored beer, a chocolatey offering, a creamsicle inspired brew, and the 2W classic “McLean’s Milk Stout.” You can order a small glass or a full pint of this classic dark brew with 4.7% alcohol per serving.

Other varieties include “Double, Double, Toil & Trouble,” “TYEDYE,” “Trainwreck S’mores Porter,” and even “Grapeful Dead”. All brews, even specialties, are available on tap.

The Browns maintain strict regulations to keep their one-of-a-kind brewery a place with a calm and upbeat atmosphere. They meticulously check for valid ID’s and underage wannabe drinkers. They even provide a unique schedule compared to many bars and pubs in the area. Tuesday and Wednesday are closed for maintenance. Monday and Thursday they are open from 5-9PM. Friday and Saturday are the late nights, closing at 10PM. And for those of you who like to enjoy a brew on Sunday, they’re open from 2-7PM. On Fridays- starting at 7PM- 2 Witches hosts “Wicked Karaoke” So while you drink your beverage of choice, Matt “Matty D” Doss (DJ for WWDN “The Dan” Radio station in Danville) works his high-tech magic as eager volunteers grace the stage and sing every sort of music you can possibly imagine-classics, romantic messages to others, songs from their youth. Matty D . has just about anything you feel like belting out to a crowd. People of all ages are present-laughing and cheering on even if a young person has picked a song that patrons are unfamiliar with, or if you’re not in the best tune-they still support these brave troubadours and guileless romantics that grace the stage for our entertainment. As you socialize, you hear the sounds of Springsteen’s “Born To Run” and a duet of Heart’s “Alone.”

As a whole, 2 Witches Winery and Brewing Co. has a pleasant, fun-filled atmosphere that people can enjoy even if they don’t want the alcohol experience. There are plenty of non-alcoholic beverages as well. So be sure to check them out-listen with a friend, sing, dance, or simply sit and enjoy the experience. I’ll see you next month, my Fellow Bohemians. • SOUTHSIDE | DISCOVER MAGAZINE | 21

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Shown at left: Conner Finney, Jim Dooley, Pam Dooley, and Jesse Finney recently traveled on an Alaskan cruise, which made a stop in beautiful Juneau, Alaska. Shown at right: John and Melody Clanton honeymooned in the British Virgin Islands in August. Their first stop was the island of Tortola. The trip would not have been complete without their copy of the Star-Tribune! Melody is the former Melody Shelton of Java and the daughter of Joan Shelton and the late Franklin Shelton.

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restaurant that has served Gretna citizens and visitors alike for generations, is available for purchase.

Jack’s Quick Snack, a beloved local eatery that has been serving the Gretna community and beyond for over 50 years, is undergoing a change of ownership while remaining dedicated to its enduring legacy. Shirley Shelton, who co-founded the establishment with her late husband Jack Shelton, recently shared insights about the decision.

The decision to transition ownership follows the passing of Jack Shelton in March of this year. Shirley, at 83, expressed her readiness to retire after years of dedicated service. She emphasized that the establishment had become an integral part of her life over the 52 years they ran it. “I’ve lived here pretty much for 52 years. I’m definitely grateful for the experience,” she said.

The Sheltons opened the restaurant in 1967 as a hot dog trailer donning the name “Jack’s Quick Snack: World’s Smallest Diner” as a means to supplement their income while working at Klopman Mills. The restaurant quickly expanded into a small building on South Shelton Street to sell short-order food and ice cream.

The restaurant’s legacy has been built on quality and affordability. Shirley highlighted their commitment to serving high-quality food at reasonable prices. Over the years, the menu expanded to include a variety of offerings, including hamburgers, hot dogs, French fries, ice cream, chicken, barbecue, and fish. The resilience of Jack’s

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Quick Snack is exemplified by its ability to weather challenges, including the recent COVID-19 pandemic. The establishment’s design, primarily focused on takeout, proved advantageous during these times.

Since Jack’s passing, Shirley has continued to operate the restaurant but now, she said, she is ready to see it taken over by new owners. While she expressed mixed emotions about the transition, she fondly remembered the interactions with her staff over the years. With a smile, she reminisced about the numerous employees who have contributed to the establishment’s success. While the change in ownership marks the end of an era, the legacy of Jack’s Quick Snack is set to continue as it embarks on a new chapter.

The sale is being handled by Chris Davies, a representative from Lauren Bell Real Estate, who said trade secrets such as recipes will also be included in the sale.

Davies emphasized that Jack’s Quick Snack would not be closing down during this transition. In fact, the intention is to keep the business operational under new ownership. The establishment holds a special place in the community, not only in Gretna but also in the surrounding area, making it a vital and cherished institution.

The news of the change in ownership has sparked various reactions from loyal customers who expressed sadness at the potential closure online, but Jack’s Quick Snack will continue to operate and is actively seeking new owners.

As the community watches the transition unfold, the hope remains that a new owner will step forward to embrace Jack’s Quick Snack and uphold its rich history for generations to come.

Anyone interested in purchasing the thriving business should contact Realtor Chris Davies at 434-221-9777. • Shown in Photos Color: Shirley and Jack Shelton stand in front of the same 20” x 24” building where they started their restaurant business. BW: Shirley and Jack Shelton are pictured in front of their first building on South Shelton Street in 1972 holding a large dollar bill. Family: Jack and Shirley Shelton, center, pose for a family portrait.

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Wholesome offerings rooted in family & community Story & Photos by Ceilidh Hicks

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he Veggie Shack, founded by Robin and Clarence Emerson in 2018, is a well-loved shop to purchase fresh local vegetables and beautiful flowers.

“We raise everything here on the farm, everything we sell, we raise on the farm,” said Emerson.

They started The Veggie Shack in 2018 for their grandchildren. They would bring their selection of vegetables to the farmers market, but that wasn’t the best way for them to go about their small business.

They opened up a small building to customers on their farm, which was later expanded into a larger building. Word of mouth and going to the farmers market was the primary source of new visitors for The Veggie Shack. They became involved with advertising on social media as well, which has given them a lot of traffic. Robin and Clarence greatly appreciate their new and repeat customers.

The Veggie Shack sells homegrown vegetables and flowers to everyone. They own a large, beautiful sunflower field down a long path past their farm.

They don’t use any products on their crops that may be harmful to the vegetables. “We aren’t organic, 28 | DISCOVER MAGAZINE | SOUTHSIDE

but we don’t use anything that I would be scared to use. I could pick it and eat it off the vine,” stated Emerson. The types of vegetables they offer range from several kinds of squash to tomatoes, or most vegetables that can be found in the garden.

Customers can expect a warm and welcoming experience and atmosphere with every visit to The Veggie Shack. They stay busy during the week, and customers love coming back after they’ve had a taste of their fresh produce. The Veggie Shack is family-oriented, Christian-based, and operates through honesty and family. “Our goal is to make sure that people have good, fresh, safe vegetables to enjoy,” stated Emerson.

The Veggie Shack is located at 333 Emerson Road, Dry Fork, VA 24549. They are open Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Customers can see announcements about closed dates or farm-related posts on their Facebook page, The Veggie Shack - Emerson Road Family Farms. For inquiries, customers can contact The Veggie Shack by email at iampotterylady@ gmail.com. •

Shown on opposite page: From left, Amanda Smotherman, Clarence and Robin’s daughter, Clarence, and Robin Emerson inside of The Veggie Shack, wearing the welcoming smiles for customers that they always do.

Above starting at top: The sunflower field blooms a beautiful, happy yellow as far as the eye can see at the farm. Clarence and Robin adore their grandchildren, who make and sell bracelets inside of The Veggie Shack alongside the fresh honey and pottery products.

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Cruise-in CHATHAM

Photos by Ceilidh Hicks

Once every summer month, Chatham, Virginia’s Main Street becomes home to nearly 100 vintage cars for the Virginia-Carolina Classic Chevy Club’s Cruise-in. This popular event is always well attended and creates opportunities for attendees to enjoy viewing fully restored historical automobiles as well as local food vendors and more.

Shown at top, left: 1964 Ford Fairlane T-Bolt owned by Ronnie Haskins, from Penhook.

Bottom, left: 1955 Chevrolet owned by Nelson Osborne, from Climax. He has owned this car for about seven years. Shown above: 1953 Ford F100 owned by Larry Ingle, from Bassett.

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Top row, at left: 1971 Duster owned by Fred Durfey, he bought it about three months ago, from a Dream Cars museum in Kansas City.

Top row, at right: Randy Mangus has owned this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air for over 30 years, having it “on the road” for 10 years. Bottom row, at left: Hundreds of people came out to the streets of Chatham to enjoy the wonderful cars out on display. Bottom row, at right (top): This 1984 Chevrolet C10 belongs to Patrick Cobbs, from Ruffin, NC. He has owned it for about three years. Bottom row, at right (bottom): Victor Blackburn has owned this 1969 Chevelle Super Sport for six years. Blackburn says, “To my understanding, it’s called a Carolina Special because North Carolina was the only state that painted it that color.”

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GTD Pro and GTD field heading down the Rollercoaster to the start flag.

CORVETTE RACING Triumphs at VIR Story by Tom Mathewson Photos shown are from Michelin GT Challenge at VIR

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In the GTD Pro division, an undercut strategy by the No. 3 Chevrolet Corvette C8.R GTD on the final pit stop took the lead over the then-leading VasserSullivan Lexus RC F GT3 of Ben Barnicoat and put Jordan Taylor, codriver with Antonio Garcia for Corvette racing, at the head of the field.

Barnicoat driving the #14 Lexus would go on to finish the race in second place. Third place in the Pro division was collected by the #9 Pfaff Motorsports Porsche 911 GT3R In the GTD division, the top three places were taken by

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Paul Miller Racing’s Madison Snow in the #1 BMW M4 GT3.

Number two on the podium was the Turner Motorsport BMW M4 GT3 driven by Robby Foley and taking 3rd place was Philip Ellis driving Winward Racing’s Mercedes-AMC GT3 The race featured two full course cautions, the first for a heavy crash by David Brule in the No. 92 Porsche GT3, followed by brake issues for Misha Goikhberg, who crashed the No. 78 Lamborghini Huracan GT3 EVO2.

The Weathertech Sportscar Championship has two remaining events in the 2023 season. The series will move on to Indianapolis Motor Speedway Sept. 15-17 and will have its finale at Road Atlanta’s Motul Petit Le Mans. •

GTD Pro winner Chevrolet Corvette heading down the Rollercoaster.

The Pfaff Motorsports Porsche 911GT3 R finished 3rd in GTD Pro.

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The 3rd place GTD 57 Windward Racing Mercedes-AMC GT3 rounding Oaktree corner.

Race winning Corvette driver Jordan Taylor at the pre-race Grid Walk.

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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS Danville Art Trail

Birthplace of Lady Astor

111 Main Street, Danville

117 Broad St., Danville 434-793-6472 langhornehouse.org

Danville Concert Association

Cedar Forest Grist Mill

P.O. Box 11284, Danville 434-770-8400 danvilleconcert.org danvilleconcert@gmail.com

Danville Little Theatre

P.O. Box 3523, Danville stagemanager@danvillelittletheatre.org

Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History

7929 Straightstone Rd., Long Island 434-432-2172 pco1767@gmail.com

Chatham Hall

800 Chatham Hall Cir., Chatham 434-432-2941 admission@chathamhall.org

975 Main St., Danville 434-793-5644 www.danvillemuseum.org

Danville Welcome Center

Danville Symphony Orchestra

434-793-4636

P.O. Box 11491, Danville 434-797-2666 macnet@wildblue.net

Downtown Danville Murals

434-791-0210 riverdistrictassociation@gmail.com

Main Street Art Collective

326 Main St., Unit 100, Danville 434-602-2017 www.mainstreetartcollective.com

The North Theatre

629 North Main St., Danville 434-793-SHOW (7469) wayne@waynealanmagic.com

River District Artisans

411 Main St., Danville 434-228-4125 sgusler@thearcofsouthside.org

River District Golf & Social

680 Lynn Street Suite C, Danville 434-228-4155 www.riverdistrictgolf.com

HISTORY 18th century Callands Clerk’s Office Sago Rd., Callands

American Armored Foundation Tank Museum 3401 U.S. Highway 29, Danville 434-836-5323 tankmuseum@gamewood.net aaftankmuseum.com

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Crossing at the Dan Danville Historical Society P.O. Box 6, Danville danvillehistorical@gmail.com www.danvillehistory.org

Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History 975 Main St., Danville 434-793-5644 info@danvillemuseum.org

Danville Science Center 677 Craghead St., Danville 434-791-5160 dscgs@smv.org

Downtown Danville Murals

434-791-0210 riverdistrictassociation@gmail.com

Green Hill Cemetery

434-793-5644 info@danvillemuseum.org

Grove Street Cemetery 940 Grove St., Danville 434-793-5644 info@danvillemuseum.org

Hargrave Military Academy Historic Marker 200 Military Dr., Chatham 434-432-2481 admissions@hargrave.edu

Langhorne House

117 Broad St., Danville 434-793-6472 langhornehouse.org Chair of the Board Wyona Witcher mountcrosslodge@gmail.com

INDOOR RECREATION

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Ballou Park Senior Center

Mount Airy Roller Mill

434-799-5216 bynumem@danvilleva.gov

4425 Johnson Mill Rd., Gretna 434-432-2172 pco1767@gmail.com

The National Cemetery 721 Lee St., Danville 704-636-2661 info@danvillemuseum.org

The National Tobacco-Textile Museum 19783 U.S. Hwy. 29 S, Chatham 434-432-8026

Pittsylvania Court House Historic Marker 11 Bank St., Chatham 434-432-2041 pco1767@gmail.com

Pittsylvania County Historical Society 434-770-3258 pco1767@gmail.com

Pittsylvania County History Research Center & Library

760 West Main St., Danville

Danville Stadium Cinemas 12 3601 Riverside Dr., Danville

434-792-9885

Danville Science Center & Virtual Dome 677 Craghead St., Danville

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Main Street Art Collective 326 Main St., Unit 100, Danville

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The North Theatre

629 North Main St., Danville 434-793-SHOW (7469) wayne@waynealanmagic.com

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1049 Piney Forest Rd., Danville

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Danville Family YMCA

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Simpson Funeral Museum 16 South Main St., Danville

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Tales of Tobacco, Textiles & Trains Guided Walking Tour

OUTDOOR RECREATION Abreu-Grogan Park

There’s A Story Here - Guided Walking Tour

Anglers Park

Town of Chatham Walking Tour

Anglers Ridge and Dan Daniel Mountain Bike System

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Veterans Memorial - Danville 302 River Park Dr., Danville

350 Northside Dr., Danville 302 River Park Dr., Danville 434-799-5215

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Brosville Walking Track

Gretna Town Trail

Whitehorn Trail Trailhead at the Centra Medical Building in Gretna

Grove Park

100 Southland Dr., Danville 434-799-5215

195 Bulldog Ln., Danville 434-432-7736 recreation@pittgov.org

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Cedar’s Country Club

Hawk Park

1029 Anderson Mill Rd., Chatham 434-656-8036

Coates Bark Park

Riverside Dr., Danville 434-799-5215

201 Coffey St., Gretna 434-432-7736 recreation@pittgov.org

1727 Westover Dr., Danville 434-799-5150

JTI Fountain

Camilla Williams Park

M.C. Martin Park

700 Memorial Dr., Danville 434-799-5215

Cavalier Park

11650 US Hwy 29 North, Chatham 434-432-7736 recreation@pittgov.org

Dan Daniel Park

302 River Park Dr., Danville 434-799-5215

Danville Boat Rental

2020 Memorial Dr., Danville 434-799-5150

Danville Parks & Recreation 125 N Floyd St., Danville 434-799-5200 sgrinwo@danvilleva.gov

Danville Pittsylvania County Fairgrounds 2400 Cavalier Rd., Ringgold 434-822-6850 info@dpcfairgrounds.com

Doyle Thomas Park 827 Green St., Danville 434-799-5215

Elba Park

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Elkhorn Lake & Camp Grounds

215 Main St., Danville Memorial Dr., Danville 434-799-5215

Martinsville Speedway

340 Speedway Rd., Ridgeway 276-956-7225

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Phillip Wyatt Skate Park 302 River Park Dr., Danville 434-799-5215

Pittsylvania County Parks & Recreation 18 Depot St., St. 508, Chatham 434-432-7736 recreation@pittgov.org

Pumpkin Creek Park 315 Taylor Dr., Danville 434-799-5215

Richmond and Danville Rail Trail/ Ringgold Rail Trail 155 Ringgold Depot Rd., Ringgold 434-432-7736

Riverwalk Trail

111 Main St., Danville 434-799-5215

2500 Elkhorn Rd., Java 434-432-9203 kennytinaelkhorn@yahoo.com

Smith Mountain Dock & Lodge

Franklin Junction Historic Railroad Park

Smith Mountain Farm & Stables

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South Boston Speedway

Gretna Elementary School 434-630-1808

Gretna Middle School 434-656-2217

1188 James D. Hagood Hwy, South Boston 434-572-4947 info@southbostonspeedway.com

Gretna High School

Southern Hills Golf Course

434-324-7231

188 Stokesland Ave., Danville 434-793-2582 golfsouthernhills@gmail.com

Tiny Town Golf

643 Arnett Blvd., Danville 434-799-0142

Titan Park

1160 Tunstall High Rd., Dry Fork 434-432-7736 recreation@pittgov.org

Virginia International Raceway

434-656-2246

John L. Hurt Elementary School Kentuck Elementary School 434-822-5944

Mt. Airy Elementary School 434-630-1816

Pittsylvania Career & Technical Cntr 434-432-9416

Southside Elementary School 434-836-0006

Stony Mill Elementary School 434-685-7545

1245 Pine Tree Rd., Alton 434-822-7700 info@VIRnow.com

Tunstall Middle School

White Oak Mountain Wildlife Management Area

434-724-7111

434-724-7086

Tunstall High School Twin Springs Elementary School

Chatham, VA 24531 804-367-1000

434-724-2666

Wildcat Park

434-724-7010

Union Hall Elementary School

5875 Kentuck Rd., Ringgold 434-432-7736 recreation@pittgov.org

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P.O. Box 232, Chatham *School Board meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the School Board office.

434-432-2761 888-440-6520 pcs.k12.va.us

Brosville Elementary School

Superintendent: Dr. Mark R. Jones

Chatham Elementary School

Banister District: Willie Fitzgerald, Interim

434-685-7787 434-432-5441

Chatham Middle School 434-432-2169

Chatham High School 434-432-8305

Dan River Middle School 434-822-6027

Dan River High School 434-822-7081

P.O. Box 232, Chatham 434-432-2761

473 Mill Creek Rd., Chatham 434-432-9418

Callands-Gretna District: Calvin D. Doss P.O. Box 100, Gretna 434-656-3206 cdoss@pcs.k12.va.us

Chatham-Blairs District: Sam Burton 492 Tobacco Road, Dry Fork 434-724-4245 sburton@pcs.k12.va.us

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PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY

DANVILLE

SCHOOL BOARD (CONTINUED)

SCHOOL BOARD

Dan River District: Kelly H. Merricks 2795 Loop Rd., Keeling 434-793-0072

*School Board meetings are held on the first and third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM in the Danville Room of the School Board Office, 341 Main Street, Danville, VA

Staunton River District: Don C. Moon

Superintendent: Dr. Angela Hairston ahairston@mail.dps.k12.va.us

3605 Level Run Rd., Hurt 434-324-4115 dmoon@pcs.k12.va.us

School Board: Keisha Averett

Tunstall District: George Henderson

Dr. Philip Campbell

568 F. C. Beverly Rd., Dry Fork 434-770-8933 ghenderson@pcs.k12.va.us

Westover District: Kevin Mills 2514 Franklin trnpk, Danville 434-836-6742 kmills@pcs.k12.va.us

kaverett@mail.dps.k12.va.us

pcampbell@mail.dps.k12.va.us

Tyrell Payne

tpayne1@mail.dps.k12.va.us

Charles McWilliams

cmcwilliams@mail.dps.k12.va.us

TaKessa (Keisha) Walker twalker@mail.dps.k12.va.us

Ty’Quan Graves

DANVILLE

WWW.DANVILLEPUBLICSCHOOLS.ORG

Northside Preschool 434-773-8301

Forest Hills Elementary School 434-799-6430

G.L.H. Johnson Elementary School 434-799-6433

Park Avenue Elementary School 434-799-6452

Schoolfield Elementary School 434-799-6455

Woodberry Hills Elementary School 434-799-6466

Woodrow Wilson Intermediate School 434-773-8204

E.A. Gibson Elementary School 434-799-6426

tgraves@mail.dps.k12.va.us

Dr. Keith Silverman

ksilverman@mail.dps.k12.va.us

Crystal Cobbs

ccobbs@@mail.dps.k12.va.us

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY

BOARD OF SUPERVISERS

*Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Chatham Community Center art room (may change soon).

Banister District: Robert M. Tucker Jr. 434-306-2099 robert.tucker@pittgov.org

Chatham-Blairs District: Robert “Bob” Warren 434-770-7607 robert.warren@pittgov.org

O.T. Bonner Middle School

Callands-Gretna District: Darrell Dalton

Westwood Middle School

921 Terry Rd., Gretna 434-334-6377 darrell.dalton@pittgov.org

434-799-6446 434-797-8860

Galileo High School 434-773-8186

George Washington High School 434-799-6410

Danville Alternative Program at J.M. Langston Campus

Dan River District: Nancy Eanes 8785 Kentuck Road, Ringgold 434-343-9599 nancy.eanes@pittgov.org

Staunton River District: Tim W. Dudley

434-799-5249

434-770-3692 Tim.Dudley@pittgov.org

Adult & Continuing Education Center

Tunstall District: William “Vic” Ingram

W.W. Moore Jr. Education Program

1301 Deercrest Ln., Danville 434-770-3921 Vic.Ingram@pittgov.org

434-799-6471

434-773-8170

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434-685-1843 ronald.scearce@pittgov.org

County Administrator: Stuart Turille County Attorney: J. Vaden Hunt, Esq. 434-432-7720 vaden.hunt@pittgov.org

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY

WWW.PITTGOV.ORG

Circuit Court Clerk: Hon. Mark W. Scarce P.O. Drawer 31, Chatham 434-432-7887

Commissioner of Revenue: Robin Coles-Gourd P.O. Box 272, Chatham 434-432-7940

Town Council Members (continued): Andrew D. Wall P.O. Box 1127, Chatham 434-432-6122 awall@chatham-va.gov Irvin W. Perry 348 S. Main St., Chatham 941-740-0268

Interim Treasurer/Clerk: Kelly Hawker Town Attorney: Adams & Fisk PLC 434-432-2531

Assistant Town Manager: Nick Morris CITY OF DANVILLE

WWW.DANVILLE-VA.GOV

Circuit Court Clerk: Gerald A. Gibson 401 Patton St., Danville 434-799-5168

Sheriff: Michael W. Taylor

Commissioner of Revenue: James M. Gillie

Treasurer: Vincent Shorter

Sheriff: Michael Mondul

P.O. Box 407, Chatham 434-432-7800

P.O. Box 230, Chatham 434-432-7960

Commonwealth’s Attorney: Robert “Bryan” Haskins P.O. Box 1068, Chatham 434-432-7900

311 Memorial Dr., Danville 434-799-5145 401 Patton St., Danville 434-799-5135

Treasurer: Sheila Williamson-Branch 311 Memorial Dr., Danville 434-799-5140

Commonwealth’s Attorney: Michael Newman 341 Main St., St. 200, Danville 434-797-1635

CHATHAM TOWN COUNCIL

P.O. BOX 370 • CHATHAM • (434) 432-9515 • WWW.CHATHAM-VA.GOV

Mayor: Alisa Davis

P.O. Box 432, Chatham 434-203-8062 alisabdavis@gmail.com

Town Council Members: Janet B. Bishop 610 South Main St., Chatham 434-432-2714 jbishop@chatham-va.gov William B. Black 338 North Main St., Chatham 434-432-7721 wblack@chatham-va.gov Robert B. Thompson P.O. Box 231, Chatham, VA 434-432-8763 - Home 434-432-6211 – Work rthompson@chatham-va.gov

City Manager: Ken Larking 427 Patton St. 4th flr, Danville 434-799-5100 klarking@danvilleva.org

DANVILLE CITY COUNCIL *Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers on the fourth floor of City Hall located at 427 Patton Street.

Mayor: Alonzo Jones

P.O. Box 3300, Danville 434-250-3231 alonzo.jones@danvilleva.gov

Danville City Council Members: James Buckner P.O. Box 3300, Danville 434-688-1589 james.buckner@danvilleva.gov

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Westover District: Ronald Scearce

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Danville City Council Members (continued): L.G. Campbell, Jr. P.O. Box 3300, Danville 434-793-9493 larry.campbell@danvilleva.gov Gary P. Miller, MD P.O. Box 3300, Danville 434-799-0908 gary.miller@danvilleva.gov Sherman Saunders P.O. Box 3300, Danville 434-799-8737

sherman.saunders@danvilleva.gov

Barry Mayo

P.O. Box 3300, Danville

434-792-1041 barry.mayo@danvilleva.gov

Town Council Members: James Gilbert P.O. Box 781, Gretna james.gilbert@townofgretna.org Barbara Hubbard 212 Huffmond St., Gretna 434-238-1096

Interim Town Manager: Bill Gillespie 434-656-3989

Town Clerk/Treasurer: Crystal Grubbs Crystal.Grubbs@townofgretna.org

Town Attorney: Michael Turner 434-656-3989

HURT TOWN COUNCIL

P.O. BOX 760, HURT •(434) 608-0554

J. Lee Vogler P.O. Box 3300, Danville 434-792-0937 lee.vogler@danvilleva.gov

*Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Hurt Town Hall.

Madison Whittle

Vice Mayor: Bob Majure

P.O. Box 3300, Danville

434-251-0926 madison.whittle@danvilleva.gov Bryant Hood P.O. Box 3300, Danville (336) 933-1480 byrant.hood@danvilleva.gov

Mayor: Gary K. Hodnett

gary.hodnett@townofhurtva.gov bob.majure@townofhurtva.gov

Town Council Members: Jeremiah Knowles

jeremiah.knowles@townofhurtva.gov Kathy Haymore-Keesee

kathy.keesee@townofhurtva.gov Gary Poindexter

GRETNA TOWN COUNCIL P.O. BOX 602, GRETNA • (434) 656-6572

Mayor: R. Keith Motley

P.O. Box 472, Gretna 434-656-6406 keith.motley@townofgretna.org

Vice Mayor: Dianne Jennings

P.O. Box 762, Gretna 434-656-6582 dianne.jennings@townofgretna.org

Town Council Members: Michael L. Bond P.O. Box 558, Gretna 434-656-3573 michael.bond@townofgretna.org

gary.poindexter@townofhurtva.gov Glen Mitchell

glen.mitchell@townofhurt.gov

Clerk: Kelsie Sligh Treasurer: Ellen Brumfield Public Works Coordinator: Joseph Smith

UNITED STATES CONGRESS Senators: The Honorable Mark R. Warner 459-A Russell Senate Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 202-224-2023

The Honorable Tim Kaine 388 Russell Senate Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 202-224-4024 308 Craghead St., Ste. 102A, Danville 434-792-0976

Mike Burnette P.O. Box 1227, Gretna 434-656-8061 mike.burnette@townofgretna.org

House of Representatives: The Honorable Bob Good

Deborah Moran P.O. Box 630, Gretna 434-656-6079 deborah.moran@townofgretna.org

20436 Lynchburg Hwy, Suite F, Lynchburg, VA 434-791-2596

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1213 Longworth HOB, Washington, D.C. 202-225-4711

CITY INFORMATION Budget Department

Pocahontas Bldg., Room #E505, Senate of Virginia, P.O. Box 396, Richmond 804-698-7515

434-733-8105

P.O. Box 332, Clarksville 434-374-5129

City Manager

William M. Stanley

district20@senate.virginia.gov

Pocahontas Bldg., Room #E504, Senate of Virginia, P.O. Box 396, Richmond 804-698-7520 P.O. Box 96, Glade Hill 540-721-6028

VIRGINIA HOUSE OF DELEGATES

Les Adams Member Since: 2014 R - Counties of Henry (part) and Pittsylvania (part), City of Martinsville 16th District Capital Office - General Assembly Bldg P.O. Box 406, Richmond 804-698-1016 delladams@house.virginia.gov Room Number: 719 Legislative Assistant: Shani Shorter Secretary During Session: Julia Bouck District Office P.O. Box K, Chatham 434-432-1600

City Attorney 434-799-5122

434-799-5100

Clerk of Circuit Court 434-799-5168

Commissioner of Revenue 434-799-5145

Community Development 434-799-5260

Danville Regional Airport 434-799-5110

Danville Public Schools 434-799-6400

Danville Utilities 434-799-5155

Economic Development 434-793-1753

Emergency Preparedness 434-799-6535

Finance Department 434-799-5185

Fire Department 434-799-5226

Health Department 434-766-9828

Human Resources

W. Daniel Marshall III Preferred Name: Danny Member Since: 2002 R - Counties of Henry (part) and Pittsylvania (part); City of Danville 14th District Capitol Office - General Assembly Bldg P.O. Box 406, Richmond 804-698-1014 deldmarshall@house.virginia.gov Room Number: 702 Legislative Assistant: Mary K. Franklin Secretary During Session: Jackie Price District Office P.O. Box 439, Danville 434-797-5861 434-797-2642 (Fax)

434-799-5241

Jail 434-799-5130

Parks and Recreation 434-799-5200

Public Works 434-799-5245

Registrar 434-799-6560

Social Services 434-799-6537

Transit System 434-799-5144

Treasurer’s Office 434-799-5140

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STATE SENATE Frank M. Ruff

DIRECTORY

POLICE

Pittsylvania County Recreation Dept.

NON-EMEGENCY NUMBERS

434-432-7736

Danville Police Department

Social Security Administration

434-799-5111

Danville Sheriff’s Office 434-799-5135

800-772-1213

Veterans Affairs 800-827-1000

Pittsylvania County Sheriff

Voter Registration Danville

434-432-7800

434-799-6560

Chatham Police Department

Voter Registration Pittsylvania County

Mon-Fri 9a-5p 434-432-9515 24 Hours 434-432-2222

Gretna Police Department 434-656-6123

Hurt Police Department 434-608-0554

Virginia State Police 800-553-3144

USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS Community Center at Chatham 434-432-3115

Community Foundation of the Dan River Region 434-793-0884

Dan River Business Development Center 434-793-9100

Danville Community Market 434-797-8961

Danville Economic Development Office 434-793-1753

Danville Museum Fine Arts & History 434-793-5644

Danville Parks, Recreation & Tourism 434-799-5200

Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce 434-836-6990

Danville Science Center 434-799-5160

Danville Welcome Center 434-793-4636

434-432-7971

Libraries Pittsylvania County Library 434-432-3271

Pittsylvania Library - Gretna 434-656-2579

Pittsylvania Library - Brosville-Cascade 434-685-1285

Pittsylvania Library – Mount Hermon 434-835-0326

Pittsylvania History Center & Library 434-432-8931

Danville Public Library 434-799-5195

Danville Library - Westover 434-799-5152

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY

GOVERNMENT TELEPHONE LISTINGS

Pittsylvania County All Departments 434-432-7700

Agricultural Development 434-432-7993

Animal Control 434-432-7937

Assistant County Administrator 434-432-7720

Building Inspections 434-432-7755

Central Accounting 434-432-7743

Downtown Danville Association

Commissioner of Revenue

Olde Dominion Agricultural Center

Community Policy/Management

434-791-4470

434-432-8026

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434-432-7940 434-432-8371

Fire Marshall

434-432-7710

434-432-7936

Crime Stoppers

Farm Services Agency

800-791-0044

Dispatch

434-432-7931

Electoral Board 434-432-7798

Jail

434-432-7831

Landfill

434-432-7980

Purchasing

434-432-7744

Recreation Dept 434-432-7736

Registrar

434-432-7971

School Board 434-432-2761

Soil Conservation 434-432-7768

Treasurer’s Office 434-432-7960

434-432-7765

Health Department Pitt./Danville Health District 434-799-5190

Child Development Clinic 434-797-1040

Environmental Health 434-432-7758

Water Programs 434-836-8416

Clinic-Chatham 434-432-7232

Clinic-Danville 434-799-5190

Clinic-Gretna 434-656-1266

Sheriff’s Office From Chatham/Danville 434-432-7800

From Gretna/Hurt

Victim/Witness Program

434-656-6211

Virginia Cooperative Extension

434-797-9550

Zoning Code Compliance

434-432-7931

434-432-7854

434-432-7770

434-432-7750

Courts Adult Probation 434-432-7853

Circuit Court Clerk 434-432-7887

Commonwealth Attorney

From Whitmell Dispatch

Social Services Chatham

434-432-7281

Danville

434-799-6543

Gretna

434-656-8407

434-432-7900

General District Court Clerk 434-432-7879

J & D Court Clerk 434-432-7861

J & D Court Services Unit 434-432-7864

Magistrate’s Office 434-432-7910

Emergency Management & Communications: Communications/Dispatchers 434-432-7931

Director

434-432-7920

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