Member News ~ February 20, 2025

Free Computer Classes for Seniors Offered at Area Libraries through Degenstein Grant

The regional Atlas Digital Navigator program based out of the Bloomsburg Public Library is offering a free series of technology classes aimed at empowering older adults and others with the skills needed to thrive in today’s digital world. Get more details here.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is now accepting appointments!

Our VITA Program is now accepting appointments. Please let your clients know they can get their state, federal, and local taxes done for FREE. You can book appointments from now through April 5th. You can book your appointment online at https://svuw.org/vita or call (570) 416-2704 and leave a voicemail, and a VITA volunteer will return your call as soon as possible.

PPL's Power Line Newsletter is out now

Check out the latest edition of PPL's Powerline Newsletter.

Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble hosting Summer Show Auditions

Auditions for Sideways Stories from Wayside School are March 1st! Sign-ups are now open now for young actors, between 8 and 18-years-old, to try-out for the roles of students Myron, Bebe, Leslie, Rondi, Dameon, and Sammy. Sign up here to audition.

Villager Realty, Inc. Celebrates 2024 Achievements

Villager Realty, Inc. recently gathered to commemorate another successful year in real estate, recognizing the outstanding achievements of its agents in 2024. Learn more.

SEDA-COG Joint Rail Authority (JRA) Invests in Regional Promotion to Attract Investment in Central PA

SEDA-COG Joint Rail Authority (JRA), owner of six short line railroads in Central Pennsylvania is investing $3,750 for 2025 to support the mission of Focus Central Pennsylvania to attract investment that cultivates economic growth in Central Pennsylvania. Learn more.

Dine to Donate for The Women's Center Inc.

Join The Women's Center Inc. this evening for a dine to donate in Bloomsburg. Learn more.

Ronald McDonald House of Danville hosting Garden Party

Join the Ronald McDonald House of Danville for a captivating evening at the second annual Garden Party at Dark. Learn more here.

Community Care Information from the Opioid Coalition

Take advantage of resources from Community Care:

Classical Quartet Will Present Works by Ravel, Beethoven, and two Contemporary Composers at the Weis Center

The Weis Center will welcome classical ensemble Esmé Quartet on Friday, February 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the Weis Center Concert Hall. Learn more.

Did You Miss Last Week's Member News? Here's News That's Still Timely

LCP Alumni Event

Are you a graduate of Leadership Central Penn? Meet the 2025 and connect with your classmates at an alumni event happening March 20th. Click here to register!

Sign up for Day Of Action 2025

The Susquehanna Valley United will be holding their 2025 Day of Action on April 25. Non-profits in need of volunteers can sign up now through February 28th and Volunteers can sign up through March 6th. Sign up today!

BIDA conducting Semi-Annual Wage Survey

Take Survey here.

Grammy Nominated Jazz Drummer Comes to the Weis Center

The Weis Center will welcome Grammy nominated drummer Nate Smith on Friday, February 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Weis Center Concert Hall. Learn more.

DCDC Dueling Pianos Back April 4th

Danville Child Development Center's Annual Dueling Pianos Event is happening April 4th. Learn more.

Training Events by SBDC

PATHS offer over 50 training opportunities in February

Get PATHS training calendar here.

Columbia County Shares Training Announcement

There will be the Disaster Mental Health (DMH) Annual Webcast: “Effective Response to Chemical Disasters: Leadership, Communication, and Lessons Learned from East Palestine.” on Monday, February 24, 2025, from 2:00 - 3:30pm, and fulfills HPP Deliverable 5. Registration is open.

Bloomsburg Children's Museum Announces February Programs

Get the schedule of programs here.

Save the Date for the 15th Annual ZIPD Conference

The Zeigler Institute for Professional Development (ZIPD)'s Annual conference will be November 6th and 7th. Watch for future announcements with important participant information and survey links.

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.

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.

Geisinger New Resident Welcome Fair Happening in June

Shine a spotlight on your business or group at Graduate Medical Education’s New Resident Welcome Fair June 16. Get more details.

Stuart Tank Memorial Museum Announces Berwick WWII Weekend Dates

Join the Stuart Tank Memorial Museum July 18th - July 20th for the annual WWII Weekend in Berwick. Learn more.