Member News ~ October 3, 2024
Commonwealth University begins 2024-25 academic year with enrollment increases across all campuses
Commonwealth University, now in its third academic year following the integration of Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities, is showing positive growth in new students across all campuses. Learn more.
2024 Small Business Advantage Grant Open
The 2024-2025 Small Business Advantage Grant Program is now open for applications. The grant provides reimbursement grants ranging from 50% to 80% of eligible project costs to Pennsylvania small businesses to improve energy efficiency or reduce pollution or waste by: upgrading or replacing equipment or supplies; improving processes; or reducing runoff into affected waterways. New program documents for 2024-2025 can be found here.
Bloomsburg Children's Museum Announces October Programs
Senator Culver and Representative Stender holding License Plate Replacement event in Danville
Has your license plate lost its reflectivity or is it peeling, discolored or unreadable from 50 feet away? Then join state Rep. Michael Stender and Senator Culver at their damaged license plate replacement event on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 2-4 p.m. on the 200 block of Iron Street, Danville.
Please register to attend this event by visiting Rep. Stender’s website.
Contemporary Cirque Ensemble to Present “Between Fall and Flight” at the Weis Center
The Weis Center for the Performing Arts will welcome contemporary cirque ensemble Machine de Cirque on Tuesday, October 8 at 7 p.m. at the Weis Center. Learn more!
Camp Victory to host 5K Run & Walk
Camp Victory will host a 5K Run & Walk on October 6, 2024. The race
will take place in and around Camp Victory’s campus – taking in the wonders of Camp Victory’s beautiful scenery. Get more details here.
United Way Kicks Off 2024-2025 Campaign with $665,000 Goal
Susquehanna Valley United Way’s Annual Campaign is underway with a focus on our local ALICE population. Community members are encouraged to participate in United Way’s Annual Day of Giving on 10/24/24, a 24-hour fundraising event designed to Unite our community and Ignite a brighter future. Learn more.
Halloween Happenings
- LCBC Trunk or Treat October 22nd
- Children's Museum Dinosaur Costume Party October 27th
- Berwick Area YMCA Trick or Treat Trail October 28th
- DCDC Annual Trunk or Treat October 31st
Join The Bloomsburg Library for a night of intrigue and suspense October 18 - October 20th
As excitement builds around the discovery of a mysterious mummified cat and an ancient Egyptian scarab, an unexpected tragedy strikes! Join the Bloomsburg Library for "Murder In the Library" happening over the weekend of October 18 - 20th. Learn more!
Halloween and Fall Foliage Train Rides Happening October 12th in Bloomsburg
These rides are brought to you by Downtown Bloomsburg, Inc. and the Bloomsburg Public Library in partnership with the North Shore Railroad, Penn Valley Railroad, LLC, and the SEDA-COG Joint Rail Authority. There are three train rides on Saturday, October 12 - 10 am, 12 noon and 2 pm. Get more info here.
Focus Central Pennsylvania Receives $25,000 Grant from Norfolk Southern
Focus Central Pennsylvania has been awarded $25,000 in grant funding by Norfolk Southern Corporation to support its mission, to attract investment that cultivates economic growth in Central Pennsylvania. Learn more.
Geisinger to host appreciation Dinners to Honor local Military Veterans
To thank local military veterans for their service, Geisinger will host drive-through veteran appreciation dinners at 11 locations across the health system’s service area from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7. The dinners for U.S. military veterans and a guest are offered at no cost to participants. Get a list of all locations and register by November 1st here.
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McKonly & Asbury hosting Advanced Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Issues Seminar
McKonly & Asbury’s Affordable Housing Seminar will be held in-person on Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 9:30am – 3:30pm. Learn more.
Service 1st Muncy Office Open
Service 1st Federal Credit Union’s twelfth branch location is now open at 200 Muncy Creek Blvd., in Muncy, PA. Learn more.
Learning to Live Beloved Ministries hosting Pancake Breakfast November 2nd
Please join Learning to Live Beloved Ministries for breakfast to help raise the remaining funds for their Well House Renovation project. The Well House is to be used for emergency housing for adult females exiting human sex trafficking in our local region. Learn more.
MC Federal Credit Union participation in Cybersecurity Awareness Month
MC Federal Credit Union is committed to cybersecurity education by
participating in the 21st Annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Learn more.
2024 Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grant Program Opens
The Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grant program aims to support the advancement of regional outdoor recreation, conservation, trail projects and programs within the Susquehanna Greenway which includes Columbia and Montour counties. Proposals for projects that take place outside of the Susquehanna Greenway will not be considered. The application window will close at 4:59 PM on October 25, 2024. To learn more and apply for grants you can go to susquehannagreenway.org/mini-grant-program.
Join Journey Bank for the 2024 Photography Competition on October 13th
Sunday, October 13th from 3:00 am - 5:00 pm Journey Bank will be hosting their 2024 Photography Competition. The event will take place at the First Presbyterian Church, 320 Market St. Berwick, PA. Light refreshments will be followed by an awards presentation at 5:00 pm. RSVP by call 570-316-1339.
IMC Partnering to Offer Electrical Safety Training
The Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Inc. is excited to announce its continued partnership with The Manufacturers' Association to support training in electrical safety in central and southcentral Pennsylvania through December 2024. Open enrollment opportunities scheduled for October 8 – State College. Learn more.
The Women's Center of Columbia and Montour Counties Hosting 50th Anniversary Celebration
The Women’s Center, Inc. is thrilled to invite you to their 50th Anniversary Celebration happening November 16th at the Barn at Frosty Valley. Learn more about the celebration here.
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.