Member News ~ January 23, 2025
Berwick Blueprint Committee Hosting Community Conversation
Join the Berwick Blueprint Committee on February 6th for a Community Conversation on the future of Downtown Berwick. The conversation starts at 5:30 and is being held at the Berwick Theater & Center for Community Arts. Learn more.
ServPro’s Top 5 Tips for Cold Weather
When freezing temperatures hit, it’s important to act quickly to prevent damage and know what steps to take if pipes freeze. Get tips here and don't forget to connect with SERVPRO to learn more about their Emergency Response Plans, which can help businesses take proactive steps to ensure speedy responses and save valuable time and money when the unexpected happens.
Service 1st Donates $220K to 55 Local Charities
Service 1st Federal Credit Union presented 55 non-profits across the region with donations just in time for the holidays, as part of its Magic of the Season initiative. Learn more.
Higher Information Group Launcher New Division
HIG recently announced that we've launched a Technology & Advisory Consulting Division to help clients simplify complex tech challenges and make informed decisions. Learn more.
The Women's Center hosting Cell Phone Drive in January
The Women's Center, Inc. is hosting a cell phone drive for the month of January in honor of Human Trafficking Awareness Month! All viable 911 cell phones will be distributed to victims of domestic/sexual violence. Broken or outdated cell phones will be recycled through SmartPhoneRecycling for a cash donation back to The Women's Center. Find drop off box locations here.
Does your small business need a website?
Bucknell students will create websites for local businesses and organizations this coming semester as a part of their Marketing and Design course. This web design project will provide them a hands-on learning experience while also benefiting local organizations. Websites will be free of charge, with preference given to those with a greater need for a free solution. Apply by January 30th.
Bloomsburg Children's Museum Welcomes 2025 Board
The Bloomsburg Children’s Museum is proud to announce the election of its 2025 Board Officers, a group of dedicated community leaders who will guide the Museum’s mission to inspire, enrich, and engage children and families through education, play, and exploration. Learn more.
Flamenco World Music and Dance Featured at the Weis Center –
Special Rate for HS Spanish Students
The Weis Center’s spring season kicks off with Pablo Giménez Spanish Ensemble on Friday, January 31 at 7:30 p.m. in the Weis Center Concert Hall. Learn More about the Special rate for high school Spanish students.
Shatter the Stigma: Supporting Recovery in the Workplace Virtual Series
This free virtual series provides practical tools and information to reduce the stigma around recovery, prevent terminations for treatable instances of subsequent use, and support your team no matter where you’re starting from. Get details about the series, schedule, and registration at: https://ctsi.psu.edu/echo/topics/#topic-shatterthestigmasupportingrecoveryintheworkplace
Did You Miss Last Week's Member News? Here's News That's Still Timely
Join Bloomsburg YMCA for PA Broadband Development Authority
You are cordially invited to attend an event on January 29 announcing the presentation of a state Digital Technology Grant to the Bloomsburg Area YMCA (BAY). PA Broadband Development Authority Executive Director Brandon Carson and Bloomsburg Area YMCA CEO Wayne Stump will host the event acknowledging the award of 20 laptops to the YMCA. Please join the presentation at the Bloomsburg Area YMCA located at 30 E. 7th St., Bloomsburg, starting at 1 PM. The BAY is the location of this statewide announcement for this region. RSVP via email to Emily Corbin at ecorbin@bloomsburgy.org. and include the number of attendees.
Bloomsburg ArtFest Announced, Applications Live
The seventeenth ArtFest will occur on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. ArtFest showcases regional artists' original work, accompanied by local food, live music, and activities. More details here. Read the call for entries.
Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI)
On December 26, 2024, a second panel from the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals reinstituted the nationwide injunction on the CTA BOI, halting its enforcement. Learn more.
Community Giving Foundation 2025 Grant round Open Through February 28
Community Giving Foundation will launch a simplified and shortened grant application in 2025 to make the process more efficient and effective for everyone. The application period for the 2025 grant round opened on January 2, 2025, and will close on February 28, 2025. Please visit the Foundation's grant website for more information.
New Resource For State Grants
The Commonwealth Office of Digital Experience (CODE PA) recently launched a new resource to make it easier for residents, businesses, nonprofits, schools, and local governments to find and apply for grants from state agencies. Check it out here.
LCBC hosting Night to Shine
On Friday, February 7, 2025, LCBC will once again partner with the Tim Tebow Foundation to host Night to Shine, an unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs. Night to Shine is a worldwide movement that will include special needs proms in 50 states and 7 countries. This is LCBC’s 10th year hosting this unforgettable night in NEPA. Learn more here.