Christmas in July – July 25
Tommy provided an update on the upcoming Christmas in July event.
●    The Campus Theatre will host a weekend of Christmas-themed movies, including:
○    National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
○    Rudolph and Frosty's Christmas in July
○    Additional holiday films and a Sunday matinee
●    Businesses are encouraged to:
○    Hold sidewalk sales
○    Offer holiday-themed beverages or specials
○    Participate in event promotions
●    The Victorian Fairy Garden Party, sponsored by Strictly Ballet and RiverStage Theatre, will take place on July 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the Greenspace Center
●    Discussions are underway to collaborate with the Fairy Garden event and incorporate the Nutcracker-themed scavenger hunt.
●    A potential holiday-themed bike fundraiser with Cycle Up and Slow Roll is being explored, with proceeds supporting bicycle repairs and purchases for local youth.

Welcome Bucknell Freshman Aug 22 - 1 to 3 pm

This year's Welcome to the Neighborhood will take place on Saturday, August 22

1:00–3:00 p.m.

Welcome the Class of 2030

Highlight all that makes Lewisburg a great place to live, work, shop, and explore!

The event gives local businesses and organizations a unique opportunity to introduce themselves to Bucknell's newest students, as well as showcase their products and services.

Welcome to the Neighborhood is an annual event that brings Bucknell's entire incoming class (more than 1,000 new students!) into downtown Lewisburg.

This event provides an exciting opportunity for students to explore everything Lewisburg has to offer, including local restaurants, shops, entertainment, and recreational opportunities.

Here is the link to sign up! LINK
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Want financial help with improving your business?

There are still Business Improvement micro-grants available up to $5,000. We are taking applications on a rolling basis.

If you have already received funding it is a requirement to hang the Business Improvement Grant image in your window.

We have printed these out and laminated them, and will bring them around to you. We need you to proudly display them in your storefront windows.

Interested in getting funding? Download the application here or go to this link which leads to the LDP website at www.lewisburgpa.com Grants page.

You can get more details and download the application.

Fill it out online and email a copy or drop off a printed copy at the LDP office, 328 Market Street.

If you have questions, email Alex at [email protected]

SBDC Design Thinking Leadership Program

OPPORTUNITY: Bring Fresh Ideas & Energy to Your Business

Bucknell University invites local businesses to participate in its Design Thinking Leadership (DTL) Program, a no-cost opportunity to gain fresh perspectives on real business challenges.

Incoming first-year students will work through the design thinking process to develop creative, actionable ideas tailored to your business.

It's a great way to support student learning, build community connections, and benefit from innovative problem-solving.

Reach out to SBDC for more information.

August 12th: Business Lunch/Learn 2nd Wed EVERY month

Join us Wednesday, August 12th at noon, for the monthly Business Innovation Lunch & Learn — where practical strategy meets real-world small business in the heart of downtown Lewisburg.

📍 In person at StartUp Lewisburg

416 Market Street (2nd Floor)
Held the second Wednesday of every month

Bring your lunch. Bring your questions.

Leave with useful information.