VENT Verbally Erase Negative Thoughts

03/01/2026

Congratulations ladies! We are so proud of our founder Takita Walker!

The North Main Visionaries Collaborative Group is moving its work forward with four new committees led by community leaders:

🎓 Education Committee: Keisha Averett
🩺 Health Committee: Kitteria Mayo
🎨 Arts & Culture Committee: Lauren Smith
📈 Economic Growth Committee: Takita Walker

These new committees will focus on strengthening collaboration and supporting long-term revitalization along the North Main corridor.

🔗 Read our full release and the bios on our committee chairs here: https://www.riverdistrictassociation.com/blog/north-main-visionaries-committee-chairs

02/03/2026

Family Literacy Night is almost here!

Join us on March 5th, 4–7 PM at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research for a FREE evening of fun.

Bring the whole family for hands-on activity stations, book giveaways, and tons of learning adventures. You won’t want to miss it!

Serve Virginia

01/19/2026

When they say “Let her cook,” and you take it personally. 😌🔥
New Simply Swann services loading:
Family Meals • Small Group Catering • Meal Prep Plans

01/19/2026

Get ready to ✨S.H.I.N.E.✨ with Dr. Carmina Richardson Eder, a Womanist scholar and transformational leader! 📚✨ Join us for a powerful conversation about authenticity, breaking barriers and advocating for equity in spaces where your presence matters.

Don't miss this incredible episode of True North Speaker Series - Season 3, Episode 6

�⏰ Premiering next Wednesday, January 21, at noon!

Set your reminders! 🔔

01/02/2026

Community service isn’t just about giving—it’s about connecting. Every act of kindness strengthens the bonds that hold us together. When we serve, we create ripples of hope, compassion, and progress that reach far beyond what we can see.

Why it matters:

It builds stronger neighborhoods.
It empowers individuals to make a difference.
It reminds us that together, we can overcome anything.

Whether it’s mentoring, volunteering, or simply lending a helping hand, your time and effort can transform lives—including your own.

Be the change. Serve your community. Inspire others.

12/02/2025

Join our Community Health Educators this Thursday from 12 pm - 1 pm at Changing Lives Outreach Center CDC for their next Chronic Health workshop!

Workshop Location: 609 Keen Street, Suite A, Danvill,e VA

09/05/2025

New VENT T-Shirts just dropped 👕🔥
Available in 🔲 Black 🔴 Red 🔵 Teal
💸 $35 | Limited stock – once they’re gone, they’re gone!

07/09/2025

Today is the day!!

It seems this list is growing daily (which is a good problem)! This is a free event!!! On behalf of our Board at Third Chance, we would like to give a special thank you to the Southside Community Council for supporting the “Home is where the Heart is” housing event.