Category: Events
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BU Welcomes Students’ Parents and Families
Read more: BU Welcomes Students’ Parents and FamiliesBLOOMSBURG— Families of Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania students will get to sample campus life during this year’s annual Parents’ and Family Weekend Friday to Sunday, Oct. 28 to 30. The weekend’s events will include athletic events, professional entertainment and recreational opportunities. BU President David Soltz will welcome family members during an open forum Saturday, Oct. 29, at 1 p.m. in the Kehr Union Fireside Lounge. Other weekend events include: -A show by comedy magician, Adam Trent, Friday, Oct. 28, at 9 p.m. in the Kehr Union Ballroom. The event is free for BU students and family members -BU’s Quest’s open…
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Where to: Celebrate Halloween
Read more: Where to: Celebrate HalloweenHear ye, Hear ye! Ghosts and ghouls, witches and goblins, the Halloween Season is now upon us! Whether you’re looking for a fright, a cozy hayride, or a parade, we’ve got your Halloween plans right here: HALLOWEEN/225th BERWICK CELEBRATION PARADE October 25th, 6pm Free from 2nd Street to length of Market Street, Berwick (570) 204-7771 How often do you get to a chance to celebrate the 225th birthday of anything? Throw in a Halloween parade and you have a one-of-a-kind opportunity! HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT PARADE AT COLUMBIA MALL October 26th, 6:30pm Free Columbia Mall 225 Columbia Mall…
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Flood Open Forum Live Blog
Read more: Flood Open Forum Live Blog8:00 Mayor: Getting Federal dollars is more difficult due to lack of earmarks. Money is awarded to best project on cost basis, rather than influence over political leaders. 7:58 Resident: With future flood plans, is it possible to coordinate flood planning efforts with towns upriver? Mayor responds that he would like to see a regional plan, but also feels that he needs to fight specifically for his town against other communities in getting flood protection. 7:55 Resident concerned that Emergency Services, waking people at 2AM to evacuate, only told people to “get out” with no information on specifically where to…
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A Reminder From The Bloomsburg Daily
Read more: A Reminder From The Bloomsburg DailyFor those of you not aware, The Bloomsburg Daily was born on October 1st, 2011. We began this site because, quite simply, we had questions that we couldn’t find the answers to. That isn’t to say that the information we sought (and continue to seek) isn’t already out there somewhere; we just couldn’t easily find it. So it occurred to us that others may be in the same position. We made this space to share whatever answers we find with you. The site will continue to evolve and (hopefully) grow. We are very excited about the prospects that lie ahead.…
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Art Show at the Moose Exchange
Read more: Art Show at the Moose ExchangeEndless Records has presented a range of things in the last year, from rock concerts to bowling parties to experimental film screenings, and now we’re hosting an art show as well. In collaboration with the Stairwell Gallery at the Moose Exchange, we’ve curated an exhibit of local artists recreating and re-imagining favorite album covers. Check it out for yourself at our opening reception tonight, Friday, October 14, 2011, from 6 to 8 PM. Endless Nick of Endless Records will be DJing the event with a choice selection of cover versions from the extensive Endless Records library, and light refreshments will be provided.…
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Mini-Fair this Weekend
Read more: Mini-Fair this Weekend4-H members from Columbia County, as well as six other nearby counties, will put on a Mini-Fair this weekend. It will happen at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds in the barn area. Parking and admission are free, and over 30 vendors will be in attendance (including John the Greek, Dave’s Concessions, Williams Concessions, Hewlett’s & others). There will also be crafts/jewelry and games. About 240 goats, sheep, hogs, beef cattle, and steer will be featured. The animals are raised by 4-H members. Shows include: Friday, October 14th: 6:00 PM Sheep and Market Lamb Show Saturday, October 15th: 8:00 AM Market Hog Show…
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Town to Hold Open Forum
Read more: Town to Hold Open ForumFrom the Town of Bloomsburg: 6:00 PM Oct 18, 2011 Location: Bloomsburg Fire Department, Social Hall, 911 Market Street, Bloomsburg. Mayor Knorr will facilitate discussion where residents will be encouraged to provide their insights, suggestions and criticisms on all aspects of the recent flooding disaster and subsequent reponse and recovery efforts. Town Council, Police, Fire, Code Enforcement and EMA representatives will be present to answer questions. Please plan to attend this important event. For more information, please call the Bloomsburg Police Department at (570) 784-6779.
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FEMA at Lowes through Wednesday
Read more: FEMA at Lowes through WednesdayFEMA hazard mitigation specialists are on hand through Wednesday at the Lowe’s home improvement store in Bloomsburg to provide information about ways to rebuild or remodel that can reduce the risk of damages from future disasters. They also will be there to answer questions about FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program. Rebuilding or repairing a home after a disaster can be a daunting task – but, with the right information, homeowners can build back safer, smarter and stronger. FEMA specialists are available in Columbia County to provide that information through Wednesday, October 12. FEMA Mitigation Outreach Lowe’s 50 Lunger Drive Bloomsburg,…
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Flood Relief Bake Sale on Friday, October 7th
Read more: Flood Relief Bake Sale on Friday, October 7thBloomsburg University’s Flood Buddies will hold a bake sale Friday, Oct. 7, during the Bloomsburg High School homecoming game at Redman Stadium. The bake sale will begin at 6:30 p.m. and all proceeds will benefit more than 60 Bloomsburg Area School District families displaced by the recent flooding. Flood Buddies, a group of senior-level public relations students at BU, also will accept donations for flood relief during the football game. BU students involved in Flood Buddies include Jessica Ames, Kimberly Cox, Hillary Gorgone, Bethany Homiak, Deanna Kellett, Brittany Kelly, Samantha McFarland, Samie Richart, Brooke Samsel, Brittany Scharr, Jennifer Sensky, Julie…
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Bloomsburg Area Trick or Treating Schedule
Read more: Bloomsburg Area Trick or Treating ScheduleAccording to Bloomsburg Town Hall, Trick or Treating will be from 6-9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31. Danville Council voted tonight to schedule Halloween Trick or Treating from 6-9 p.m. on Oct. 29. And if you are looking for the perfect costumes, our Halloween store is located at the Buckhorn Plaza (Walmart, Lowes, etc), 68 Lunger Dr, Bloomsburg. Call them at 570-784-8593.