Academy of Young Entrepreneurs graduated the Class of 2025

The Academy of Young Entrepreneurs, a program run by For the Cause, held its graduation ceremony on May 14th.  Students from local school districts presented their business pitches as part of their graduation ceremony held at the Community Giving Foundation. The graduation was the culmination of an 8-month class on entrepreneurship. Congratulations to the class of 2025.

Wilkes SBDC hosting Go Global Webinar on May 22nd

Looking to take your exports to the next level? Learn how to unlock international growth using powerful U.S. EXIM and SBA tools, plus expert commercial bank financing strategies.  Join the Wilkes SBDC on May 22nd for the Go Global Webinar.  Learn more and register.

Atlantic Culinary Environment Inc. Receives recognition from Pennsylvania College of Technology

Pennsylvania College of Technology recently recognized Atlantic Culinary Environment for their long-time support of the college.  Congratulations!

HOWARD GOSPEL CHOIR to perform in Bloomsburg on Sunday, May 18th

Returning to Bloomsburg for the first time in more than five years, the world's premier university Gospel choir comes to St. Paul's Episcopal Church on Main Street on the afternoon of Sunday, the 18th of May. No admission charge; $10 suggested donation at the door.

Susquehanna Valley United Way hosting Campaign Finale on June 5th

Join the Susquehanna Valley United Way will be hosting their Campaign Finale on June 5th. The evening will include celebration, connection, and fresh beginnings as they mark the close of our 2024–25 Campaign Season.  Learn more and register here.

Chamber Members join together for a Lunch and Learn

Servpro of Columbia, Montour, and Sullivan Counties and Sean Black - State Farm Insurance are putting on a lunch and learn on June 11th to help guide businesses through emergencies from who to call first, how to handle insurance claims, and what your restoration team will take care of.  Learn more and register here.

MC Federal Credit Union hosting 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament

Join MC Federal Credit Union Friday, June 27, 2025, for MC Federal Credit Union’s 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Knoebels Three Ponds Golf Course in Elysburg, PA. Whether you're an experienced golfer or just love supporting a great cause, this event is a fantastic way to enjoy the summer sun while giving back to the community.  Learn more.

Knoebels hosting a Job Fair TONIGHT

Interested in working at Knoebels this season.  Join them for a job fair from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm in Pavilion L.  On the spot interviews happening, if you can't attend in person but still want to join the team? Go here.

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

MARC WATERCRAFT RENTALS RETURN FOR THE 2025 BOATING SEASON

The Montour Area Recreation Commission is pleased to announce that unpowered watercraft rentals at the Montour Preserve will return for the 2025 boating season (May 1 – October 31, 2025). Visit their website for more details.

Michelle Mae Mentoring Offers Quantum Biofeedback

Check out the live free demonstration on May 18th at 2pm. Visit the Michelle Mae website for more details.

Service 1st is in Search of Volunteers for PFEW

Volunteers will be interacting with students during their budgeting simulation and offering their real-life perspective on the process of making financial decisions. There is no prior experience needed. To learn more click here. 

Chamber Travel Information Meeting

The Columbia Montour Chamber is excited to partner with Collette for our first Chamber Travel Experience. We will be hosting an interest meeting on June 11th at 6pm in the Mulberry Mills conference room. To learn more about the trip: Click Here

Camp Victory Hosts 19th Annual Golf for Victory Tournament

Montour Night Out Set for June 11 at Danville Middle School

Danville, PA – Area residents are invited to attend Montour Night Out on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Danville Middle School on Route 11. This free, family-friendly event aims to strengthen community ties and foster positive relationships between the public and local emergency service providers. Read More

New Growing Greener Grants Available for Local Environmental Projects 

This week, the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced the opening of a new application round for the Growing Greener Plus Grant Program. 

This program provides vital funding – the largest single investment of state funds for these purposes – to address critical environmental concerns like clean water, watershed restoration, flood mitigation, and more. For more information visit the DEP's website. 

Senator Lynda Culver Announces Opportunity for Veterans to Serve on State Commission 

Applications are currently being accepted for a Veteran Member-at-Large position on the State Veterans Commission for a four-year term beginning this July (July 27, 2025 – July 27, 2029). The application deadline is 4:00 PM on Monday, June 2, 2025. Interested individuals can find the application and email submission instructions on the PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) website or contact their offices here.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Stay tuned to the CSIU's social media as they recognize May as Mental Health Awareness Month.  Also recognizing May for Menthal Health Awareness is CMSU Behavioral Health & Developmental Services.  If your business wishes to participate in the "Shine a Light for Mental Health" program, contact 570-275-4962 to receive a free green light bulb.

15th Annual Journey Bank Teen Start Musical Competition Set for June 1st

For the fifteenth year running, Journey Bank will roll out the red carpet for 14 talented high school student finalists as they take the stage to perform unforgettable movie hits in this year's "Movie Hits & Oscar Glitz" themed show.  All ticket proceeds are donated back to the music departments of each finalists school.  Learn more here.

Bloomsburg Children's Museum Announces May Programming

See what the museum has to offer this month by visiting this link.

McBride Memorial Library Story Time Resumes in June

McBride Memorial Library Story Time will resume on Thursdays in June.

Ken Pollock Ford Announces 2025 Car Show

Kenn Pollock Ford prepares for their Car Show on September 14th, 2025 from 10am-3pm. View the flyer here.

Bloomsburg Rotary Gears Up for Their Annual Golf Tournament.

The tournament will be held on August 13th, and proceeds will support AGAPE's Backpacks for Kids Program. Registration forms with payment in full are due by August 1, 2025. Click here to view the registration form. 

The Women's Center Hosting Brain Trauma Event

The Women's Center of Columbia and Montour Counties will be hosting a brain trauma event on June 20th.  This is a free event covering brain injuries and held from 9:00 - 3:30 at the Hub at Mulberry Mills.  Click here to register spaces are limited.

Just Announced: The Impact of Tariffs on Small Businesses Event

From increased production costs to shifting supply chains, small businesses face both challenges and opportunities in this changing economic landscape. Join the SBDC for a panel discussion on June 4th.  Sign up here.

Bloomsburg Rotary Hosting E-Cycling Day May 17th

The Bloomsburg Rotary is hosting an E-Cycling Day on May 17th at rear parking lot of Agape from 10:00 am - 12:00pm.  Get a full list of accepted items here and the event is welcome to all!

Northern Columbia Community & Cultural Center hosting Golf Tournament

Join the Northern Columbia Community & Cultural Center for the Richard Kriebel & George Hasay Memorial Golf Tournament on June 14th.  Learn more here.

Registration is Open for Camps at Camp Victory

Camper Registration is now open, and Camp Victory and its partner camps are looking for campers to register for a summer full of unforgettable experiences. Visit campvictory.org/partnergroups for registration information about each camp.