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    Voices of a Rising Region: How Strategic PR Shapes Southern Virginia’s Future

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    Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, United States

    Southern Virginia is experiencing a defining moment—one shaped by long‑term investment, collaborative leadership and strategic storytelling that has helped redefine the region’s economic identity. This spring luncheon program brings communications and public relations professionals together to examine how intentional PR and community relations have supported this transformation and positioned the region for continued growth. Held […]

  • Wonder Community – Intro to Canva 4.30.26

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    Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, United States

      Come learn how to use Canva, an online design tool, in an introductory class at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. Canva can be used to design and […]

  • Southern Virginia Procurement and Business Resource Summit

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    Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, United States

    Small business owners, we invite you to attend the Southern Virginia Business and Procurement Experience on April 30. This event is designed to help you strengthen your business, build new connections, and access valuable resources! Here’s what you can expect: Learn how to obtain contracts with large industries and municipalities Discover local business support resources, […]

  • Wonder Community-SMART SERIES-Click.Connect.Collaborate. Part 1 Find Your Way

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    Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, United States

    Get comfortable finding your way around Microsoft Teams with confidence. Participants will learn how Teams and channels are organized, where conversations and files live, and how to move between tools […]

  • Wonder Community-SMART SERIES-Click.Connect.Collaborate. Part 2 Chat & Share Smart

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    Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, United States

    Learn how to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively using Teams chat and file‑sharing tools. This session covers starting chats, using @mentions, sharing files, and working together in real time. You’ll […]

  • Wonder Community-SMART SERIES-Click.Connect.Collaborate. Part 3 Easy Meetings

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    Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, United States

    Discover how to join, schedule, and run meetings smoothly in Microsoft Teams. Participants will practice using audio and video controls, screen sharing, and basic meeting features with confidence. This session helps take the stress out of virtual meetings so you can focus on the conversation, not the technology. Part  of 3. $15 per session for […]

  • Wonder Community – Intro to Canva 5.21.26

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    Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, United States

      Come learn how to use Canva, an online design tool, in an introductory class at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. Canva can be used to design and create: Flyers Business Cards Presentations Social Media Graphics Logos Use Canva’s drag-and-drop feature and layouts to design, share, and print flyers, business cards, presentations, cover […]

  • Policy & Progress: Lunch with Legislators

    Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, United States

    Join the Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce for Policy & Progress: Lunch with Legislators, an engaging discussion on the public policy issues shaping Virginia's business climate.  With the General Assembly session complete and Virginia's newly adopted budget now in place, this year's event offers a unique opportunity to look beyond the headlines. Hear firsthand how […]

  • RISE Summit

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    Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, United States

    Level up your business at the third annual RISE Summit—a favorite event packed with inspiration, skill-building workshops, and high-impact networking. This year, we are leveling up the experience even more! The focus is Innovation in Business, Manufacturing, and Agriculture. Whether you’re in manufacturing, agriculture, or any type of entrepreneur, this is THE EVENT for YOU! […]

  • CEA Summit East 2026

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    Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, United States

    Indoor Ag-Con and the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Innovation Center — a joint project with the  Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) — invite you to join us for our 5th annual edition. Designed to bring the CEA industry and academia together to share […]

  • Career ChoICE Youth Expo

    Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex 19783 US 29, Chatham, VA, United States

    The Career ChoICE Youth Expo is Southern Virginia’s premier hands-on career exploration event, engaging over 4,500 middle and high school students annually. Coordinated by the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR), the Expo connects students with local industries and future career opportunities. Get Involved in Career ChoICE