Member News ~ July 9, 2026
Events & Dates:
Sidewalk Sales in Downtown Danville - July 10 & 11
Get ready to shop local and save big during the annual Downtown Danville & Beyond Sidewalk Sales, taking place Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, 2026. Participating businesses throughout Danville will offer special promotions, sales, and sidewalk displays, inviting residents and visitors alike to enjoy a weekend of shopping and community spirit. Check Out the Flyer Here!
Children's Icons Elephant & Piggie Bring Literacy and Summer Fun to the BTE Stage - Jul 16 through Aug 2
Looking for something fun for the whole family this summer? Enjoy engaging, community-centered entertainment like Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are In A Play!” at Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble, featuring beloved storybook characters, local talent, and plenty of laughs for all ages. Don’t miss the special sensory-friendly performance designed to make theater accessible and welcoming for everyone. Learn More
Bloomsburg Area YMCA hosts 4th Annual Run Forest Run - July 18
The Bloomsburg Area YMCA is hosting its 4th Annual Run Forest Run on Saturday, July 18th, along the Roaring Creek Tract of Weiser State Forest. Participants can choose from a 5K, 10K, or, new this year, a Half-Marathon, making the event a great fit for runners of all experience levels. The course follows an out-and-back route on mostly flat gravel and dirt roads. Proceeds support YMCA programs and projects that help make our facility more accessible to everyone in our community. Join us for a great morning on the course while supporting your local YMCA!"
Third Annual Veterans Benefit Voyage Train Rides Move to Berwick for WWII Weekend - July 18
The North Shore Railroad Company & Affiliates (“NSHR”) will be running their third annual Veterans Benefit Voyage. This year’s fundraiser train rides will be boarding at Berwick’s World War II Weekend out of Test Track Park located at S. Eaton St., Berwick, PA. Rides will depart at 10am and 1pm. These hour-long train rides (10am & 1pm) will travel south towards Bloomsburg (for 30 minutes) and return. The locomotives featured for these trips will be LVRR 9052 (Veterans Unit) and LVRR 9050 (Memorial Unit). Learn More at: www.northshorewarehouse.com/usa
McKonly & Asbury Free WEBINAR - July 30
This free, one-hour webinar will take place on Thursday, July 30 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. One “Specialized Knowledge” CPE credit is available for this webinar. The level for this webinar is intermediate, and working knowledge of the LIHTC program is required. This program is a live webinar which offers the opportunity to ask questions and interact with the presenters. Registration Link: WEBINAR: Year 15 for LIHTC Partnerships | Mid Atlantic CPA
Community Giving Foundation Announces New $300,000 Grant - Due July 31
Community Giving Foundation, in collaboration with Amazon and the Luzerne Foundation, proudly announces the launch of the Amazon Northeastern Pennsylvania Community Fund, a bold $300,000 aimed at empowering nonprofits serving Columbia and Luzerne Counties. The application process will open July 1, 2026, with a deadline of July 31, 2026. Learn More at Foundation Grants - Community Giving Foundation
Service 1st’s Annual Charity Duck Derby - August 1
The Service 1st Federal Credit Union rubber duckies are getting ready for their Annual Charity Duck Derby scheduled for Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 12:00 noon on the Danville/Riverside Bridge in Danville. Don’t miss your chance to sponsor a duckie, or a flock of rubber duckies, in the big race! Tickets are on sale now through July 31, 2026
Bloomsburg Rotary Hosting 37th Annual Golf Tournament - August 12
Announcements:
InnoTek Computer Consulting Breaks into Top 200 of Channel Futures MSP 501
InnoTek Computer Consulting, a leading provider of managed IT services, cybersecurity, and computer consulting for small and mid-sized businesses, announced it has been ranked #124 on the 2026 Channel Futures MSP 501 — the most prestigious and comprehensive ranking of managed service providers in the world. The 2026 ranking marks a landmark achievement for InnoTek on multiple fronts: a 253-spot improvement from the company's 2025 position, and a decisive break of its previous best ranking of #207, set in 2022. Great Job Innotek!
Susquehanna Valley United Way Celebrates Successful Campaign
The Susquehanna Valley United Way announced that their 2025-2026 Campaign has raised over $560,000 to support regional programs. The funds raised will directly benefit individuals in Columbia, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder and Union counties. $250,000 will be distributed in direct allocations to local partners, supporting critical services in early and STEAM education, after-school programming, food security, mental health, housing and more across the five-county region. SVUW thanks all their campaign contributors.
PPL Electric Utilities has restored power to more than 245,000 customers after severe storms over the Fourth of July weekend
IMC Announces New Members to its Board of Directors
The Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Inc. announces the appointment of Ken Healy, Executive Vice President and Director of Engineering at PMF Industries, Inc. and the appointment of Tammy Bubb, Corporate Controller at Remmy- The Pallet Company, to its Board of Directors.
Weis Center Announces 2026-27 Season
The Weis Center for the Performing Arts announced their 2026-27 season including 26 professional performances. Check out the full lineup of performances and visit the season brochure here.
LCCC Awarded $1 Million Dual Credit Innovation Grant
LCCC was awarded a $1 million Dual Credit Innovation Grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The grant will expand access to college-level coursework for rural and underserved high school students through a regional partnership serving Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania. Learn More
Did You Miss Last Week's Member News? Here's News That's Still Timely:
Wellness Wednesdays continue in downtown Danville - July 15
Free programs designed to promote health, relaxation, and movement for community members of all ages and abilities. Hosted in Canal Park, Wellness Wednesdays are generously sponsored by Geisinger and funded through a grant partnership with the Community Giving Foundation. July 15 | 6:00 PM - Simple Strength Training with Resurrection Movement Studio.
Benton’s 41st Annual Frontier Days Rodeo - July 14 through 19
The Benton Rodeo is proud to be recognized as one of the very best among more than 65 rodeos east of the Mississippi River. Tickets are available online. Grounds open at 4pm, Vendors and food stands open between 4:30 and 5pm. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 7:30pm Championship Rodeo | Sunday Bull-A-Rama 7:30 pm
Berwick World War II Weekend Reenactment - July 17 through 19
The 2026 Berwick World War II Weekend Reenactment will take place at Riverfront Park (aka "The Test Track") at the end of South Eaton Street in Berwick, PA Friday July 17th through Sunday July 19th. Click here for more information
Rabbittransit introducing rabbitPAY - July 21
Rabbittransit is excited to announce a major upgrade, the launch of rabbitPAY, going live July 21, 2026. rabbitPAY introduces a smart card and mobile based payment system, making boarding faster, more convenient and more flexible than ever before. Riders can simply tap and go when boarding the bus. rabbitPAY will offer multiple smart card reloading options thru the app, online, at a machine or in person. In preparation for the launch, rabbittransit will offer community events to help riders sign up and answer questions. For more information visit www.rabbittransit.org.
KMA Hope on the Fairway- July 31
The KMA Hope on the Fairway Golf Tournament is an annual fundraiser providing critical early momentum for the 2026 Walk goals. Open to golfers of all skill levels, it’s a great day on the greens for a meaningful cause. Click here to sign up your team!