Member News ~ October 15, 2026
Dates & Events:
Oct 17 - Halloween and Fall Foliage Train Rides
Choose from two convenient morning Halloween excursions at 10:00 AM or 12:00 PM, featuring General Admission or Quiet Car seating options. Looking for a peaceful fall foliage journey? The 2:00 PM Fall Foliage two-hour train ride is perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy the scenery! This ride will not have any costumed characters, costume contests, or music.
Oct 17 - Dead Man Walking Distillery Comedy Show Benefits Local Fire Departments
Doors open at 7PM with free admission. Comedians Emmett O'Neill, Dan Danzy, Sam Grim, Joey B Donuts, Ray Cotolo, Steve, Max, and Ryan Hanlin. There will be a food truck onsite, with live music during the day. Click here for more information.
Oct 17 - Haunted History Tours at the Jackson Mansion
Step inside the Jackson Mansion for their famous haunted history tours of the 1st, 2nd, & 3rd floors offered: Oct. 17th, & Oct. 31st Tours at 5:00 pm & 6:30 pm each night. Special tour dates and times may be added to accommodate your group upon request. Call or visit the Ross & Boone Gift Shoppe to reserve: 570-520-4110. berwickhistoricalsociety.org
Oct 25 - Weis Center Presents Free World Music & Dance Performance: “Ori: An Exploration of Brazilian Dance and Music”
The Weis Center will present “Ori: An Exploration of Brazilian Dance and Music” on Sunday, October 25 at 2 p.m. in the Weis Center Concert Hall. The performance is free and tickets are not required. The runtime for Ori is 70 minutes with a 5-minute technical intermission. The performance order is as follows: Live Music – 25 minutes, 5-minute intermission, Dance – 45 minutes.
Oct 31 - The 5th Annual Movie Masquerade 5k Run/Walk
Pre-register by emailing thebtcca@gmail.com Register the day of between 8:30AM-9:55AM. The race will begin at 10AM. For more information visit the BTCCA Facebook page.
Oct 31 - Healthy Halloween at the Ferry Street Growers Market
Nov 4 - Columbia Montour Aging Office Celebrates National Caregiver Month
Come spend some time from 9AM - 1PM networking with other caregivers and learning about valuable local resources. Lunch will be provided. Join them at St Luke's Lutheran Church, Bloomsburg, PA. Register by Oct 26th by Calling Nancy at (570) 784 - 9272.
Nov 13 - The Federal Reserve’s 2026 Small Business Credit Survey is now open
Answers to these questions contribute to data that directly inform the Fed, federal government agencies, service providers, policymakers, and others—a public good ultimately benefiting your business and others like yours. The survey is open to businesses currently in operation, those recently closed, and those about to launch. All responses are confidential. Take the 12-minute survey before it closes on November 13, 2026
Announcements:
SEKISUI KYDEX announces Marty Miller as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective November 1, 2026
Marty Miller joined SEKISUI KYDEX over 3 years ago as the Sr. VP of Operations, bringing more than 30 years of manufacturing experience to the organization. During this time, he has overseen IT and Automation, Innovation, and Production across three campuses, while also leading Supply Chain, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Continuous Improvement, and Maintenance. Prior to joining SEKISUI KYDEX, Miller served as Chief Operating Officer at Accupac in Mainland, Pennsylvania, providing him with extensive experience in operational leadership and organizational improvement. Visit www.kydex.com for more information.
MARC is excited to announce the Hopewell Park Pump Track, jumps line, and skills features are now open for public use
MARC’s staff will continue work at the site next week to finalize remaining details, but all newly installed features are complete and all park usage restrictions have been lifted. MARC thanks the American Ramp Company team and the many supporters who helped make the project possible.
Jon White-Spunner joins The Exchange as Development Director
The Exchange happily announces that Jon White-Spunner has joined the organization as our new Development Director. In this role, Jon will lead The Exchange’s fundraising efforts, broadening and deepening our support as we continue to bring the arts to all communities throughout our region.
Geisinger Behavioral Health Centers Accepts Award
They are honored to be recognized as the first recipient of The Joint Commission’s inaugural Care Team Award. This achievement reflects the dedication, collaboration and compassion their team brings to patients, families and communities every day. Congratulations to the incredible Geisinger Behavioral Health Centers Northeast team!
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Did You Miss Last Week's Member News? Here's News That's Still Timely:
Oct 15 - Bucknell Economics Professor Offers an Evening of Sufi Fusion at the Weis Center
The Weis Center will welcome Shahram Azhar and his Quartet on Thursday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the Weis Center Atrium. The performance is titled, “From the Wound to the Dawn” and will be an evening of raag, thumri and ghazal. For more information about this event, contact Lisa Leighton, marketing and outreach director, at 570-577-3727 or by e-mail at lisa.leighton@bucknell.edu.
Oct 17 - Join Central Columbia FFA at Rohrbach's Farm
The Central Columbia FFA students will be there from 11:00am - 7:00 PM and includes pumpkin painting, ballon art, seasonal treats, face painting, a corn maze & more!
Oct 22 - The First Step: Starting a Business in Pennsylvania
The Wilkes University SBDC is helping aspiring Columbia County entrepreneurs take the first step toward business ownership. Join them for The First Step: Starting a Business in Pennsylvania, a no-cost, in-person seminar covering the essentials you need to move your idea forward, including business structures, licensing and registration, financing, business planning, financial projections, and more. Plus, bring your questions for Q&A! Thursday, Oct. 22 11 a.m.–noon The Hub at Mulberry Mill (160 W. 6th Street, Bloomsburg) Register today
Oct 22 - Free WEBINAR: Reading Between the Lines: Questions Every Nonprofit Leader Should Ask About Financial Reporting and Form 990
Join McKonly & Asbury’s Nonprofit specialists Jim Shellenberger, Mark Welliver, and Alyssa Irish at 2:00 PM for an engaging discussion on what nonprofit leaders, board members, finance professionals, and other stakeholders should be looking for when reviewing auditor and accountant reports, financial statements, and tax filings. Registration Link: WEBINAR: Questions Every Nonprofit Leader Should Ask | Nonprofit CPA
Oct 22- Danville After Dark
The Danville Business Alliance (DBA) invites the community to enjoy a family-friendly evening under the stars at Danville After Dark on Thursday, October 22, 2026, in Canal Park. Festivities begin at 6 p.m., followed by a free outdoor screening of Casper at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.visitdanvillepa.org.
Oct 28 - BAYADA All-inclusive Trunk-or-Treat
Join BAYADA Bloomsburg for an all-inclusive trunk or treat at their Bloomsburg office (2041 Columbia Blvd) This event will take place from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. To participate as a trunk, contact 570-389-1568.
Oct 30 - Bloomsburg Public Library Sinister Soiree Author Talk & Book Signing
You’re invited to the book launch of Sinister Soirée: A Celebration Horror Anthology! Come to the Bloomsburg Public Library on Friday, October 30th at 7:00 PM to meet the authors and editor for an evening of celebration-themed horror, featuring readings, Q&A, and a book signing!
A New Chapter for Greenwood Friends School: Jessica Temple Named Head of School
Greenwood Friends School is pleased to announce Jessica Temple as its new Head of School, effective October 1, 2026. Temple brings to the role a strong background in organizational leadership and a deep commitment to the students, families, faculty, and staff who make up the Greenwood community. To learn more about Greenwood please visit greenwood-friends.org
Swift Kennedy Shares Live Well, Work Well - October Newsletter
This month's Live Well, Work Well Newsletter highlights this year's flu season, how your body reacts to daylight saving time and whether sweating burns calories. Download now
UNITED WAY’S “DIAPER DASH” KICKS OFF ACROSS FIVE COUNTIES
Susquehanna Valley United Way (SVUW) has once again launched its annual Diaper Dash. Throughout the month of October, their team will collect diapers and wipes so families have one less thing to worry about as the colder months approach. Find addresses and additional drop-off locations: svuw.org/diaper-dash-2026
B.I.D.A. Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Directors
Individual Member Lynda Culver Shares Alice's Law Update
Alice’s Law moved forward this week when the Senate Aging and Youth Committee unanimously advanced Senate Bill 807 as amended. The bill would establish a statewide Older Adult Abuse Registry to help prevent individuals convicted of abusing older or care-dependent Pennsylvanians from moving between care settings without that history being known. Learn more about Alice’s Law and elder abuse awareness on SenatorCulver.com