Member News March 6, 2024
Focus Central PA hosting Forum
Focus Central PA will be hosting an Industrial Development Forum on March 13, 2024. The forum will be held at Commonwealth University- Bloomsburg. Learn more on their website and check out the flyer.
Geisinger names Terry Gilliland, MD, as president and future chief executive officer
Geisinger announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Terry Gilliland, MD, as president of Geisinger Health and selected him to assume the role of chief executive officer (CEO) once Jaewon Ryu, MD, JD, transitions to CEO of Risant Health. Dr. Gilliland will become the eighth chief executive officer in Geisinger’s 109-year history. Learn more.
Together Health and Wellness celebrates new location
On February 29th, over 150 people celebrated with Together Health and Wellness at their new location on Central Road. The evening included local businesses, elected officials, and a ribbon cutting!
PA Bureau of Workers' Compensation PATHS Free Safety Webinars
The Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Health & Safety Division will offer multiple free safety webinars in March 2024. To register, simply click on the topic title and complete the registration form before the day of the presentation
PA Careerlink hosting PA Department of Corrections for Recruitment event
March 12 at 3:00 pm The PA Careerlink of Columbia and Montour Counties will be hosting a recruitment event for the PA Department of Corrections. Get more details here.
Teen Night at the Bloomsburg YMCA
The next Teen Night is March 8th from 7-830PM! The activity for that night will be playing basketball!
Shanty Secrets and Pure Health by Andrea Hosting Cooking Class
March 19th Shanty Secrets and Pure Health by Andrea are teaming up for a cooking. Learn more here.
FEDEX Small Business Grant Program
The FedEx® Small Business Grants Program opened Friday, March 1. Check your eligibility and get more details about how to apply before April 1, 2024, here.
Bloomsburg's Children's Museum March 2024 Programs
The Bloomsburg Children’s Museum, 2 West 7th Street, is pleased to announce its programs for March. The Bloomsburg Children’s Museum is open Monday through Saturday 10 am – 4 pm. For more information about these and additional programs, visit the-childrens-museum.org
Tanks on the loose
The Stuart Tank Memorial Association announces the nearing completion of the restoration of "Lady Lois", our M3A1 Stuart Light Tank, with a parade and museum open house on April 14th in Berwick. For more information, contact Tom McLaughlin at tomm3a1@gmail.com.
Susquehanna Valley United Way Day of Action
Day of Action is an annual opportunity for United Way to provide their Funded Partners and other local nonprofits with practical and tangible solutions to challenges they may be facing through the power of volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering or hosting a service project, please complete the online registration form.
Trades & Technology Career Fair April 10th
Luzerne County Community College is looking for businesses for its April 10th Trade & Technology Career Fair. Registration deadline is March 29th. Reserve your table today!
Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak offering Zoom on CTA
Join Steinbacher, Goodall and Yurchak for a free virtual seminar on the Corporate Transparency Act: Achieve Compliance Clarity. Check out full details.
Traditional Irish Music Comes to the Weis Center
The Weis Center for the Performing Arts will welcome Irish music ensemble Dervish on Friday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Weis Center. Learn more.
Danville Business Alliance Annual Meeting
March 28th from 5-8 pm at the Pine Barn Inn the Danville Business Alliance is hosting its annual meeting. Join them to celebrate the vibrant business community that makes up their membership. Tickets are on sale now through March 18th.
Servpro of Columbia, Montour & Sullivan Counties offering CE classes
5 CE classes will be offered by Servpro of Columbia, Montour & Sullivan Counties. Get the full schedule.
United In Recovery Naloxone Distribution Dates
United in Recovery is organizing free community naloxone giveaways. Community members can pick up naloxone kits along with information on substance use disorder treatment, counseling services, peer support, and basic needs assistance. Fentanyl and xylazine testing strips, along with other harm reduction, recovery, and treatment resources, are also available. Get a list of locations and dates here.
Second Annual: Doggie Easter Egg Hunt
Join Apollo Point Apartments for the second annual Doggie Easter Egg Hunt at Apollo Point Apartments on March 23rd at 10 am! All furry friends, regardless of size, are invited to join in the fun. See you there!
PCT Offering Professional Development Classes
Pennsylvania College of Technology is offering training across a broad spectrum of topics. From the novice learning a new program or skill, to seasoned users aiming to hone the most advanced skills, our vast library of available course topics meets the needs of any business. Check out their upcoming Training opportunities flyer.
DCDC "Dinner and a Show"
Put two sharp-witted and talented musicians onstage with two grand pianos, and add a roomful of people: The result is an evening of fast, funny, unforgettable entertainment. Check out sponsorship and Tickets on sale now!
Penn College to host Baja SAE Competition in May
Baja SAE challenges engineering students to design and build an off-road vehicle that will survive the severe punishment of rough terrain and in some competitions, water. Penn College will host a Baja SAE international competition, May 16–19, 2024, at the Schneebeli Earth Science Center’s heavy construction equipment operations training site. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities for the BAJA SAE Williamsport and ways to support the team.
Save the Date for Agapepalooza
Save the Date for Agapepalooza July 20th, 2024. This is a day of free fun for the whole family with activities, local vendors, and food. Learn more.