Member News ~ March 26, 2026
Events & Dates:
Voting for the 2026 What's So Cool About Manufacturing? Contest Closes March 26
The 2026 Central Susquehanna What’s So Cool About Manufacturing® contest in Pennsylvania is produced by the Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit, The Foundation of The Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce, and Advance Central PA. The contest features middle schools from Pennsylvania’s Columbia, Huntingdon, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, and Union counties. Vote today!
Pennsylvania Farm Bureau to Host Ag Night at Harrisburg Senators - April 10
Pennsylvania Farm Bureau will host Ag Night at the Harrisburg Senators on Friday, April 10 at 7:00 PM during the team’s season-opening homestand. The evening will feature fireworks and opportunities to connect with the Farm Bureau. Join the celebration and support Pennsylvania agriculture at the ballpark. Learn more here.
Susquehanna Kids Releases 2026 Easter Event Calendar - Through April 11
Susquehanna Kids has published its 2026 Easter Guide, highlighting a variety of family-friendly events happening throughout Columbia and Montour Counties. From egg hunts and Easter celebrations to seasonal activities for all ages, the guide makes it easy for families to explore local happenings and plan ahead for the holiday. View the full Easter guide here.
McKonly & Asbury Webinar: Are You Happy with Your SOC Provider? - April 30
McKonly & Asbury will host a free webinar on Thursday, April 30 at 2:00 PM EDT exploring key considerations in the evolving SOC 2 landscape. Directors Lynnanne Bocchi and Josh Bantz will discuss industry trends, vendor red flags, and service differentiators to help organizations evaluate and strengthen their SOC provider relationships. One Specialized Knowledge CPE credit is available; no prerequisites required. Register here.
Bloomsburg Children’s Museum Announces April Programs
The Bloomsburg Children’s Museum, 2 West 7th Street, is pleased to announce its programs for April 2026. Note: The Museum will be closed on April 25th for Bloomsburg's Renaissance Jamboree. For more information about these and additional programs, visit the-childrens-museum.org
Greenwood Friends School Hosts Annual Gala - May 9
Greenwood Friends School will host its annual Spring Auction & Gala, “Together We Can,” on Saturday, May 9 at 6:00 p.m. at The Barn at Greenwood in Millville. The evening will feature a live auction, music, food, and an open bar, all in support of the school’s mission and students. Additional details can be found here.
Announcements:
Talen Energy Shares Updates on Montour Preserve Spillway Improvements
Talen Energy has published a website detailing its investment in upgrades to the Lake Chillisquaque Spillway at the Montour Preserve. This project modernizes the spillway and directs water away from the lake in the event of significant rainfall. During certain phases of the project, access to certain amenities at the Montour Preserve may be temporarily unavailable. Learn more about the project and check in for regular updates here: https://spillwayupgrade.com/
InnoTek and Sean Black State Farm Launch “Wired for Good” Initiative
InnoTek Gives, in partnership with The Good Neighbor Project and Sean Black State Farm Insurance Agency, has launched Wired for Good, an initiative aimed at repurposing retired technology for community use. The program collects working laptops, tablets, and computers, securely wipes all data, and redistributes devices through local organizations to individuals in need. Community organizations are invited to participate by helping collect, prepare, or distribute devices. Learn more or get involved here!
Reserve a table at Luzerne County Community College’s Trades, Advanced Technology, and Communication Arts Career Fair - March 27th
LCCC will be hosting a Trades, Advanced Technology, and Communication Arts Career Fair on April 8th, from 10am-1pm. Some majors included in this Fair are: Advanced Manufacturing, Architectural Engineering Tech, Auto Tech, CNC, Diesel, Electrical Construction, Electronics Engineering, Engineering, Design, & Manufacturing, HVAC, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, Welding. Registration is open until March 27, 2026, at 5pm. Click here to register.
Easter Services at Columbia-Montour LCBC - April 4-6
LCBC Church invites the Columbia-Montour community to join us in celebrating Easter—a reminder that joy is always possible and light will always come. Easter gatherings will blend inspiring messages, uplifting music, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Services are scheduled for Saturday, April 4 at 4:00 pm and 5:45 pm, Sunday, April 5 at 9:00am and 10:45am, and Monday, April 6 at 6:30pm. For more information, visit LCBCchurch.com/Easter.
Community Giving Foundation: Danville Announces 2026 “Neighbor of the Year” Honorees to Be Recognized - April 11
Community Giving Foundation: Danville has announced that Kathleen McQuiston and Good Samaritan Mission will receive the 2026 “Neighbor of the Year” Award in honor of Robert N. Pursel. The recipients were selected for their outstanding generosity and dedication to serving the Danville community. They will be recognized during the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Event on Saturday, April 11 at The Barn at Frosty Valley, which supports the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Endowment Fund. Learn more here.
My Benefit Advisor Educational Webinar: Turning 65 & Medicare – April 15
My Benefit Advisor (MBA) will host an educational webinar on Wednesday, April 15 at 12:00 PM designed to help individuals approaching Medicare eligibility better understand their options and next steps. Hosted by Irwin Cherry, Jr., the session will cover topics including when to apply for Medicare, how Medicare coordinates with existing benefits, whether to enroll in Part A and/or Part B while still working, and the potential implications of delaying enrollment. Register here.
Columbia Montour Transition Council Hosting Career Expo - April 15th
The Columbia Montour Transition Council will be hosting its 2026 Career Fair at the Blue Jay Academy on Wednesday, April 15th, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Students from all 8 schools in the region will be invited to attend. Businesses interested in attending this event can register here. Lunch is provided to all businesses in attendance.
Garden Party at Dark to Benefit Ronald McDonald House of Danville - April 17
The Ronald McDonald House of Danville will host its third annual Garden Party at Dark on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 6:30-10:00 PM at AEREA Premium Event Spaces in Milton. This whimsical evening will feature hors d’oeuvres, colorful cocktails, live entertainment, and a silent auction, all in support of families served by the Ronald McDonald House of Danville. Proceeds from the event help provide comfort and care for families with children receiving medical treatment in the region. Learn more and purchase tickets here.
Unveiling of Berwick Blueprint’s Strategic Plan for the YMCA Gymnasium - April 23rd
Join Berwick Blueprint Communities on April 23rd from 5 to 7 PM for the unveiling of the strategic plan for the Berwick YMCA Gymnasium. More details to follow.
DBA’s 40th Annual Spring Fling Returns - May 2nd
The Danville Business Alliance is excited to announce the return of the 40th Annual Spring Fling, scheduled for Saturday, May 2,from 9 a.m.to 4 p.m. in downtown Danville. With the event quickly approaching, the deadline for vendor registration is also fast approaching. Businesses, artisans, food vendors, nonprofit organizations, and community groups are encouraged to secure their space as soon as possible by registering online at visitdanvillepa.org.
Danville Business Alliance Looking for Weekly Market Vendors - May 9th through November 21st
Do you grow it, bake it, or make it by hand? DBA wants YOU at the Ferry Street Growers’ Market in Downtown Danville! They are looking for vendors for the upcoming 2026 season. Join the established market community on Ferry Street every Saturday from May 9th to November 21st and connect directly with shoppers who love fresh, local, and handmade goods.
Geisinger Hosts New Resident Welcome Fair - June 22
Geisinger’s Graduate Medical Education program will host its New Resident Welcome Fair on Monday, June 22 from 6:00–8:00 PM on Mill Street in Danville, offering local businesses and organizations the opportunity to connect with more than 200 new resident and fellow physicians, along with their families and colleagues. Interested participants can host a free table to showcase their business or services. Registration is required by June 1. Register here.
Service 1st Calendar Photo Contest is Underway Now Through July 1st
Are you an amateur photographer? Service 1st Federal Credit Union is looking for images that capture the beauty of local communities for its 2027 Calendar. Photos must be from within 15 miles of the Credit Union’s service area. More information can be found here!