Member News ~ October 29, 2026
Dates & Events:
Nov 5 - Parsons Dance Will Bring Mixed Repertoire to the Weis Center
The Weis Center will welcome contemporary dance ensemble Parsons Dance on Thursday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Weis Center Concert Hall. There will be a pre-performance talk from 6:45-7:15 p.m. in the Atrium facilitated by Professor Kelly Knox. For more information about the Weis Center for the Performing Arts, go to Bucknell.edu/WeisCenter or search for the Weis Center on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube.
Nov 7 - EOS Giddy Up Gala
Join EOS Therapeutic Riding Center for its 2026 Giddy Up Gala on Saturday, November 7, from 5:00 to 10:00 PM at The Barn at Frosty Valley in Danville, PA. This special evening celebrates 34 years of “Miracles on Horseback” and supports the center's mission. Attendees are encouraged to dress in Western Chic attire for this exciting evening of celebration and community support. Tickets and table reservations are available at eostrc.com/giddy-up-gala or by scanning the QR code on the event flyer.
Nov 19 - WEBINAR: Blueprints for Success: A 2026-2027 AEC Tax, Accounting, and Industry Update
This free, one-hour webinar will take place on Thursday, November 19 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. One “Business Organization and Development” CPE credit and CCIFP credit is available for this webinar. The level for this webinar is basic, and no prerequisites are required. This program is a live webinar which offers the opportunity to ask questions and interact with the presenters. Registration Link: https://macpas.com/events/webinar-blueprints-for-success-a-2026-2027-aec-tax-accounting-and-industry-update/
Nov 19 - SHRMA Chapter Meeting
This month's meeting will be at the CSIU in Milton from 7:45 - 10:00 AM. The meeting topic will be Benefits in Focus: Market Trends, Innovative Solutions, and Benchmarking Insights Register Here.
Announcements:
President/CEO Chris Berleth Earns PACP 10 Years of Service Award
On Tuesday October 27th, Columbia Montour Chamber President/CEO Chris Berleth was recognized with an award from Pennsylvania Association of Chamber Professionals for his milestone of 10 years of Service. Congratulations Chris!
DCDC Shares Annual Report
DCDC’s 2025–2026 Annual Report, which highlights the progress, people, and purpose behind their work. Explore the report and see firsthand what they have accomplished.
Rotary Club of Bloomsburg Four-Way Test Speech Contest – Register by January 1!
The Rotary Club of Bloomsburg invites all high school students to participate in its Four-Way Test Speech Contest. The competition begins with the Club Contest in January, followed by Regionals on February 27 and District Finals on March 27, 2027. Students have the opportunity to advance through the competition and win up to $2,400 in total prizes, including a $2,000 first-place award at the district level. The registration deadline is January 1, 2027. Interested students can register here.
Millville Students Celebrate School Spirit Through Bloomsburg Children’s Museum-Supported Poster Contest
Mrs. Fetterman’s fifth-grade class at Millville Elementary School earned a pizza party and a hands-on classroom visit from the Bloomsburg Children’s Museum after winning a school spirit poster contest held in conjunction with homecoming weekend. Elementary students created posters celebrating Millville pride and school spirit, while members of Millville High School’s Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) group judged the entries and selected the winning class. The contest was part of the Museum’s Spreading Joy & Building Spirit project, supported by a $500 grant awarded last year through the Community Giving Foundation’s Millville Youth in Philanthropy program.
Junior Achievement is looking for "YES!" Volunteer Mentors
Junior Achievement of Northeastern Pennsylvania has several YES! (Your Economic Success) learning experiences coming up in Columbia County! Learn more by checking out this flyer. Or register to be a volunteer here!
Congratulations to Donna Oberlander, Incoming Chair of the PASBDC Advisory Board
The Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers (PASBDC) congratulates Donna Oberlander on being selected by her fellow board members to serve as Chair of the PASBDC Advisory Board for the 2027–2030 term.
Central Columbia FFA Student Pursues Agriculture Literacy
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SEKISUI KYDEX welcomed local students and educators to their South Campus for Manufacturing Day
More than 150 local students joined from Benton Area High School, Bloomsburg High School, Central Columbia Area High School, and Columbia-Montour Area Vocational-Technical School and discovered how many different paths can lead to a career in manufacturing. The visit highlighted roles including inspector/packer, extrusion operator, quality technician, color technician, production engineer, automation engineer, appLab™ engineer, graphic designer, and traditional business support positions.
Central Columbia FFA Advisor Receives State Citation
Mr. Doug Brown, Agricultural/Environmental Science Instructor and FFA Advisor at Central Columbia High School received a Pennsylvania House of Representatives State Citation for being awarded the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau and National Association of Agricultural Educators Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award. State Representative Robert Leadbeter attended the 2026 Agricultural Day at the 2026 Bloomsburg Fair inside the Keystone Building of the fairgrounds and awarded Mr. Brown this distinct honor.
Oct 29 - Gravity and Other Myths Returns to Weis Center with Piece Ten Thousand Hours
The Weis Center will welcome contemporary cirque ensemble Gravity and Other Myths on Thursday, October 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the Weis Center Concert Hall. Gravity & Other Myths (GOM) is the “jaw-dropping” circus company from Adelaide, Australia, who are known for its honest approach to performance, creating works that emphasize human connection and acrobatic virtuosity. 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 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!
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 Berwick Theater and Center for Community Facebook page. The race will takeplace at Test Track Park, Berwick ... At the Pavilion near the Boat Launch Area
Oct 31 - Healthy Halloween at the Ferry Street Growers Market
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
Nov 19- Homeless in the Valley, hosted by CSO in partnership with Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culver.
Nov 24 - Bloomsburg Children’s Museum Invites Community to Annual Gingerbread House Competition at TreeFest
Participants can register for the 11th Annual Gingerbread House Competition at bit.ly/bcm-11th-gingerbread. Entries may be dropped off at the Caldwell Consistory from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 24 or 25. For more information about the Gingerbread House Competition, including entry information, visit the Bloomsburg Children’s Museum or contact the Museum at (570) 389-9206.