Member News ~ November 12, 2026

Dates & Events:

Nov 12 - Classical Guitarist Performs in Weis Center Atrium

The Weis Center will welcome classical guitarist Raphaël Feuillâtre on Thursday, November 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Weis Center Atrium. Hailed as the new face of classical guitar, Raphaël Feuillâtre fascinates audiences and critics alike with the depth of his interpretations, his dazzling virtuosity and the richness of his repertoire. For more information about the Weis Center for the Performing Arts, go to Bucknell.edu/WeisCenter

Nov 12 - Country Fresh Markets Celebrates 5 Years with birdhouse giveaways & other specials

To Kick off their Anniversary Event, starting Thursday, November 12, the FIRST 100 KIDS who stop into their hardware store will receive a DIY Birdhouse Kit! Each kit includes: An unassembled wooden birdhouse to build yourself, Paints to decorate it and make it your own! It's a fun little project to take home, build, and paint — just in time to feed the birds! Click here to check out more anniversary details!

Nov 14 - GREENWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL TO HOST OPEN HOUSE

Greenwood Friends School invites prospective students and their families to explore its campus and learn more about its unique approach to education during an Open House on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The Open House offers families an opportunity to visit the campus, learn about Greenwood's educational philosophy, and discover what makes the school community special. Learn More

Nov 17 - Probate & Pizza Workship with Cardinal Estate Planning

November 17th at 6:00 pm. Learn a lot, ask some great questions, and enjoy Tuzzi’s and Dalo’s pizza and other treats. Whether you have been named as an executor or beneficiary, or you simply want to better understand what your family may face when it comes time to settle your estate, there is something for everyone to learn. This free educational workshop is open to the public, but registration is required as seating is limited. Register Here!

Nov 18 - Danville Discovery Walk

Explore Danville's past while helping shape its future for walking, biking, and rolling. November 18th 3-5pm, join SEDA-COG MPO and the Montour County Historical Society for a guided walk. Learn More!

Nov 18 - Exchange Listening Room

November 18; 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm as part of its mission to bring the arts to all communities throughout our region, The Exchange has hosted a monthly Blues/Americana/Roots Listening Room since the summer of 2017. 24 East Main Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 exchangearts.org

Nov 27 - BTE Celebrates Small-Town Spirit with TreeFest 2026

The annual TreeFest festival, which starts on November 27th, will continue to highlight the creativity of Bloomsburg and Susquehanna River Valley residents into its 38th year.

Dec 1 - Upcoming change to PPL Electric Utilities’ Price

Pending regulatory approval, the Price to Compare will change Dec. 1 to 14.428 cents/kWh for residential customers and 12.335 cents/kWh for small business customers. This is the default supply rate customers pay if they receive their electricity supply through PPL Electric rather than choosing a competitive supplier. Customers can: Find ways to manage their bill through their Bill Toolkit, including budget billing, PPL Alerts, energy-saving resources and payment assistance. Get help paying their bill through programs including OnTrack, Operation HELP, WRAP and LIHEAP. Compare electricity supply options by using the Price to Compare as a benchmark and carefully reviewing competitive supplier offers through PA Power Switch.

Dec 1 - SVUW Moms Supporting Other Moms

Susquehanna Valley United Way is offering a welcoming space to connect, share, and lift each other up. Because parenting is better when
we're united. Text or call Danielle Wondoloski (570) 500-0381 to get the Zoom Link. The sessions are the 1st of every month from 11:00am - 12:00pm.

Dec 4 - Danville, Welcome Santa Parade & Tree Lighting

PARADE BEGINS AT 6PM. FESTIVITIES IN CANAL PARK BEGIN SHORTLY BEFORE THE PARADE AND CONTINUE THROUGH SANTA’S ARRIVAL TO HIS COTTAGE. VISIT THE DBA WEBSITE OR FACEBOOK FOR SANTA’S COTTAGE HOURS THROUGHOUT THE SEASON.

Announcements:

Columbia Child Development Program Earns NAEYC's Highest Level of Accreditation

Columbia Child Development Program (CCDP) is proud to announce that its Bloomsburg Children's Center and Town Park Village locations have successfully renewed their accreditation through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), earning the distinguished NAEYC Accreditation+ status, the highest tier of accreditation awarded by
the organization.

Dent Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Named Central Columbia's Co-op of the year

Central Columbia Student, Julia, awarded Dent Plumbing & Heating, Inc. the Co-op of the year award at Central's LAC & OAC Fall Banquet. Congratulations Dent!

Central Columbia FFA Partners with PA Farm Bureau

The Pennsylvania Farm Bureau's Mobile Agricultural Education Classroom has been providing the Central Columbia Elementary School students with hands-on learning related to the field of agricultural and environmental science this week. Mrs. Vorisek, Instructor with the Pennsylvania Mobile Ag Lab provides instruction and activities for students bringing to life the world of agriculture and its related careers. On Wednesday, Isabella Mensinger, Chapter President of the Central Columbia FFA Chapter assisted with instructor of the lessons along with FFA Advisor Mr. Doug Brown. Students learned about the importance of soybeans and the multiple uses from this valuable agronomic crop grown in Pennsylvania.

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

Bloomsburg Children's Museum Receives $10,000

The Bloomsburg Children's Museum received a $10,000 We Will Award from the Community Giving Foundation's Women's Giving Circle during its Champagne Brunch Annual Meeting on October 9, 2026. The award, presented separately from the event's competitive grant selection process, will support the development of a dedicated sensory area and lactation room at the Museum's planned expanded location.

PPL Electric Utilities Q4 Newsletter Out Now

Click here for the latest edition of "The Power Line"

Community Giving Foundation Announces New Website & New Impact Coordinator

Community Giving Foundation is thrilled to share that their new website is now live at csgiving.org! They are also excited to welcome Christopher Stowe to the Foundation team as impact coordinator, strengthening an ongoing commitment to understanding community needs and connecting local generosity with meaningful, lasting impact.

Mamoth is officially NAID AAA Certified

NAID AAA Certification is a globally recognized, third‑party audited credential issued by i‑SIGMA that verifies a data destruction provider meets strict security, compliance, and operational standards, including scheduled and unannounced audits, employee background checks, and adherence to data protection regulations. Congratulations Mamoth!

Susquehanna Kids Shares November Round Up

November is all about giving thanks, making memories, and enjoying the last bit of fall fun with family and friends! They've rounded up your go-to guide for November, filled with fun things to do with the kids—all while keeping your budget in mind.

US Chamber Foundation Announces $5K Resilience Grants

Small businesses face growing disaster risks but often lack funding to prepare before a storm, fire, or flood. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, in partnership with Verizon, launched the Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) Mitigation Grant Program, offering $5,000 grants to select small businesses that complete a free Disaster Resilience course and apply for a disaster risk reduction project. Applications are due Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Contact Desmain Alexander at DAlexander@USChamber.com to get started.

Central Columbia FFA Learns Fire Saftey

The Central Columbia Agricultural Science and Agricultural Mechanization classes participated in the 2026 Fire Safety Day on Thursday, October 29, 2026. A special thank you to the Espy Fire Company for volunteering their time, effort and equipment to educate the ninth-grade students on the proper use of a fire extinguisher, self-contained breathing apparatus, and the hydraulics cutters. This is part of the Ag curriculum in which students learn about general shop safety.

Nov 20 - DBA 3rd Annual Cookie Crawl

Before the hustle and bustle of the holiday season officially starts, join DBA in Downtown Danville – and beyond – for a day of shopping small and supporting local. To make the evening even more sweet, participate in the Cookie Crawl and collect festive treats at 12 businesses while you shop & dine at participating stores & restaurants. 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Learn More

Nov 28 & 29 - The North Pole Express Train Rides are Back

On Saturday, November 28 and Sunday, November 29, DBI will offer a host of ride excursions. These family-oriented holiday train rides last a little over an hour. Riders enjoy holiday music and a festive atmosphere with winter sights along the water. (The 6pm ride will be after sunset, but the holiday lights on the train make this a special experience.) Santa and costumed characters will visit riders on the four regular cars, but not the Quiet Car. They expect to see Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Buddy the Elf, and other fun characters on most of the rides! Learn More!

Nov 28 - WORLD PREMIERE OF IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE ADAPTATION AT BTE

A new adaptation of It’s A Wonderful Life will make its
premiere as the Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble’s 2026 annual holiday show on Saturday, November 28th. Journey Bank returns as a longtime production sponsor. More information.

Dec 13 - MONTOUR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNOUNCES CHRISTMAS BINGO

The Montour County Historical Society invite the community to enjoy an afternoon of Christmas Bingo on Sunday, December 13, at the Moose Lodge, 242 Mill Street in Danville. Doors will open at noon, and Bingo will begin at 1 p.m.

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