Member News ~ July 23, 2026

Events & Dates:

Glen Brook Shoe Drive - July 29

We have entered the final week of the shoe drive at Glen Brook! Every pair of shoes and dollar raised goes directly to support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s the final pickup is Wednesday, July 29.

Danville Business Alliance is Looking for Vendors - July 31

The 48th Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival will be here before you know it! Join them as a vendor! For best space availability, it is recommended to register before July 31!

The Exchange Presents Bloomsburg’s 18th Annual ArtFest - Aug 22

Dedicated to bringing the arts to all communities throughout the region, The Exchange presents Columbia County’s biggest one-day-fine-art-and-music event of the year. The 18th annual ArtFest will take place on Saturday August 22nd from 10am-5pm. This event will be located on Market Street in downtown Bloomsburg from the monument down to 3rd Street. ArtFest will showcase over 50 artists original work accompanied by live music, food vendors and fun educational activities for all ages. For more information about The Exchange and ArtFest, visit ExchangeArts.org.

CCDP and DCDC Present Bounce Boogie and Benefit- Sept 12

They are excited to invite your organization to participate as a resource table vendor or activity provider at Bounce, Boogie & Benefit, a family-friendly community event hosted by Columbia Child Development Program (CCDP) and Danville Child Development Center (DCDC) on Saturday, September 12, from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. For more details, contact Denise Baney or Morgana Slodysko

Journey Bank Photography Competition Registration Deadline Approaching - September 18

Journey Bank is inviting local photographers to showcase their talent in its Fifth Annual Photography Competition, with registration and photo submissions due by Friday, September 18th, 2026. The free competition is open to photographers of all experience levels who reside or attend school within a 50-mile radius of a Journey Bank office. Participants may submit images in a variety of categories, including Animals/Wildlife, Flowers, Black & White, Wood, Group of 5, Cell Phone, USA250, and a Youth Category for photographers ages 12 and under. Winners will be recognized during an awards event on October 4th in Berwick, with cash prizes awarded in each category. Learn more and register here.

Announcements:

Montour County Volunteers Remove Trailer Load of Trash from Susquehanna River

More than 40 volunteers joined forces for a successful cleanup effort along the Susquehanna River near Danville, removing a full trailer load of tires and other debris from the waterway. Participants included local students, community organizations, environmental groups, and recreation partners, all working together to improve the river's health and appearance. Organizers also thanked Steph's Subs for providing lunch and recognized the teamwork and community spirit that made the event a success.

Berwick World War II Weekend Celebrates 10 Years of Living History

The Stuart Tank Memorial Association marked the 10th anniversary of Berwick World War II Weekend at Test Track Park, drawing what organizers say was a record-setting crowd despite challenging weather. Since its humble beginnings in 2016, the event has grown into a premier East Coast living history experience, attracting reenactors and visitors from across the region to the hometown of the Stuart Light Tank. Organizers credited the event’s success to its sponsors, donors, vendors, reenactors, attendees, and dedicated volunteers, whose support continues to keep the free-admission tradition alive.

InnoTek Partners with Sean Black State Farm Insurance to Recycle and Donate Electronics

InnoTek and Sean Black State Farm Insurance’s Wired for Good Initiative is keeping old tech out of landfills and putting usable devices back into the hands of local individuals, families and nonprofits across the region. The Wired for Good Imitative included recycling outdated electronics and donating refurbished usable devices. More than 100 items were either recycled or refurbished and donated back to the community. The effort reflects both organizations shared commitment to environmental responsibility and community stewardship.

Steinbacher, Goodall and Yurchak Congratulates Attorney Julieanne E. Steinbacher

Steinbacher Goodall and Yurchak is proud to congratulate Attorney Julieanne E. Steinbacher on her appointment as the Zone 4 Director on the Board of PABAR-PAC, the political action committee of the Pennsylvania Bar Association. Congratulations Julie!

Downtown Bloomsburg Thanks Teens

The students from the FTC Teen Center Bloomsburg look after the avenue all year long, cleaning up trash, wiping down picnic tables, and emptying the trash cans.

Atlantic Culinary Environments Welcomes Newest Members

Atlantic Culinary Environment welcomes two new members to their team. Congratulations Dakota Jarrett, Project Manger and Lindsey Reinhart, Food & Beverage Designer!

Swift Kennedy Employee Benefits Now a Member of TRUE Network of Advisors

Swift Kennedy Employee Benefits is proud to announce their membership in TRUE Network of Advisors, one of the nations fastest-growing and most respected networks of independent employee benefits consulting firms. More information here.

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BTE Stages Sensory Friendly Performance of Elephant & Piggie's "We Are In A Play"- July 25th

The Elephant & Piggies Performance is altered to accommodate patrons who experience heightened sensory input, anxiety, have
dementia or learning differences, or are on the autistic spectrum. The performance will start at 2pm. Click Here For More Information.

The Women's Center Red Sand Project - July 30

Join The Women's Center from 11am-1pm in Bloomsburg or Danville to spread awareness during World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Click Here for More Information.

Senator Lynda Schlegel Culver invites you to attend her upcoming grant seminar, “How to Be a Better Applicant,” - August 13

Join them from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at the Bloomsburg Area High School Auditorium, 1200 Railroad St., Bloomsburg, PA 17815. RSVP: Please register by Tuesday, August 11 using this link or by calling their Shamokin Dam office at 570‑743‑1918.

Pine Barn Inn hosts Susquehanna Valley Business Mixer - August 17

Pine Barn Inn in partnership with 7 Mountain Media invites local business owners, professionals, chamber members, and community leaders to join them for the Susquehanna Valley Business Mixer. This free networking event will be held Monday August 17^th from 4:00pm-6:00pm at the Pine Barn Inn Ballroom. Attendance is free, and registration is easy, reserve your spot here.

Wild for Salmon Fishtival - August 29

Join Wild for Salmon to celebrate wild seafood and welcome back their fishermen on Saturday August 29^th from 9am-4pm! Bring the whole family for a day of games, local vendors, face painting, wild seafood tastings, and live grilling demonstrations. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome!

Congratulations to Sergeant Quentin Reinford

The Town of Bloomsburg Council is proud to announce the promotion of Quentin Reinford to the rank of Sergeant effective July 26, 2026 with the Bloomsburg Police Department.

The Pennsylvania Association of Agricultural Educators (PAAE) held its annual conference

Mr. Douglas G. Brown, Agricultural/Environmental Science Instructor and FFA Advisor at Central Columbia High School attended the conference. Mr. Brown was presented with numerous awards: PAAE Years of Service Award-Mr. Brown will be heading into his 36^th year of teaching agricultural/environmental science at Central Columbia, PAAE public advocacy award in promoting agriculture across the commonwealth and outside of Pennsylvania boundaries, PAAE Incentive Award, and lastly Mr. Brown was presented with the PAAE Outstanding Service Award.

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