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January, 2022
Downtown Shendandoah, Inc. 116 North Main St., Shenandoah, PA 17976 Tel: 570-462-2060
DSI website: www.downtownshenandoah.com CEBA website: discoverCEBA.com
Call Out To Vendors
Kielbasi Festival/ Heritage Day Is May 21, 2022
Register Today & Secure Your Space
The annual Kielbasi Festival & Heritage Day returns to Shenandoah on Saturday, May 21, 2022, from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.

This combined event will generate thousands of people who travel far and wide to enjoy this special day of food, fun, and celebration.

We're looking for food, arts, crafts, and beverage vendors. Contact us today and secure your space!

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The Center For Education, Business & Arts (CEBA) Is For You, Your Family, Friends And Neighbors
Take a Look at The Updated Design
To move our community forward into a better, more successful future, DSI is collaborating with multiple partners and community leaders to construct The Center For Education, Business & Arts (CEBA). CEBA is a community center for you! There is nothing quite like CEBA in our area and that is one of the many reasons DSI is committed to this much-needed project.

CEBA will include a commercial kitchen, event center with catering kitchen, Penn State classroom, DSI offices, co-working maker spaces, and office spaces. CEBA will be located on Main Street in Shenandoah and will serve the entire Schuylkill County region.

CEBA is for you, your family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors to learn new skills, create new businesses, collaborate, enjoy special events and so much more. CEBA will change the economic landscape in our area and create positive change.


CEBA will have a beautiful Giving Tree that will be located in the building's lobby. Everyone who donates any amount will receive a leaf with their name in it so visitors can see how we all came together to build up our community.

Please give to Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. and help us continue our mission to revitalize our community. Every dollar counts...your dollar counts!
Add Your Name To Our Growing Donation List
You're In Good Company...Take A Look
Joe & Barbara Anczarski
Jamie Anczarski
Joseph & Cassandra Anczarski
Lynn Anczarski
Alfred Bronakowski
Betty Ann Bugden
Michael Creasy
John Elliott Esq.
The Palubinsky Family
Gina Ross
Mark's Supply
Delance Family
Desiree Dunleavy
Scott Herring
Karen Kenderdine
Francesco Logozzo
Ron & Mary Luscavage
Mary Ellen Matunis
Joe & Andrea Pytak
Peter & Anne Skirmantas
Mary Ann Budd
Ted Souchuck
Cotts, Inc., Digital Marketing
Kawika Daguio
Anthony Sajone
Francesco Logozzo
Joe & Nancy Schlitzer
Joseph Yeck
Schuylkill Area Community Foundation
Williamson, Friedberg & Jones
Murphy & Dittenhafer, Inc.
Francis & Bernadette Matunis
Dr. Sasha Sherry
Joe &Mary Wilanosky
Loretta Redcleft Shine
Frank & Lisa Breznik
Anna Marie Segal
Susan M. Bobbin
Ruth Schuch Williams (Lyric Restaurant)
Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home
Patrick Jones
Joe Jevelle
Dr. John Lazur
Elizabeth Del Valle
The Bolick Family
Darlene Robbins
Daguio Family-Constable
Alfred Bronakowski
John Thomas
Janis Blaskovich
George Halcovich
Carmen Cicioni
Dino & Karen Cicioni
First Federal Charitable Foundation
Gerald & Mary Jo Sadusky
Patricia Beltz Nature's Way Emporium
Rinaldi Chrysler Dodge Jeep
Vito Rinaldi Chevrolet
Greater Shenandoah Historical Society
Frank & Eleanor Zukas
B & R Farms

Tara Kesh (In memory of Ted and Theresa Chesla)
Congressman Daniel Meuser
Matt Carduff
Renee Buchanan
Joseph Anczarski Jr.
Stephen Rich
Dr. Eric Petterson
Anne Taylor
Pamela Twardzik
Thomas Twardzik
Timothy Twardzik
John Thomas
Anne Kane
Paul Prybolsky
Charles & Arlene Vascavage
Bob Yudinsky & Joyce Smith
Jim & Dot Setcavage
Rob & Annie Taylor
Kurt Bauman
Jean Farooki
Scott & Susan Williams
Darlene Robbins
Paul Prybolosky
Murphy & Dittenhafer, Inc.
Mr. Thomas Mervine
Main Street Laundromat
Barron & Robin Hetherington
Wm, Johathan & Mary Jo Moss
Explore Schuylkill
Theresa Kolonsky
Damian Birchess
Robert & Joan Racis
John Karpovich
Ann Cadau
John Slatick
Redner's Food Market
Edward Schrepple
Service Electric Cablevision
Joseph and Margaret Rejent
Gulotta Group
Kowalonek's Kielbasy Shop
Commissioner Gary Hess
Regina Gargano
Patricia Shoener
Rose Holburn
Dulce Cruz
Steven Stroble
Maria Paulonis
Mandy Fitzpatrick
Mary Ann Budd
The Greater Shenandoah Area Chamber of Commerce
PP&L Foundation
Kathleen Polk
Walmart Distribution Center #7030
Shenandoah Pharmacy
Shenandoah Beer
Nature's Way Emporium
Diane-Fred Keim
M&T Charitable Foundation
Peter Ulicny


Note: If you donated and your name isn't on our list or spelled incorrectly, please call the office and we'll correct it for our next issue. Thank you!
The Republican Herald Announces 10th Annual Readers’ Choice Promotion
Nominate Your Favorite Businesses and Organizations Before January 27
Nominations are now being accepted for the best businesses and organizations in more than 230 categories, the most the newspaper has ever asked for.

Readers can nominate their favorites at republicanherald.com/readerschoice between 
now and Thursday, Jan. 27

Voting for Readers’ Choice 2022 will begin on Friday, Feb. 18, and continue through noon Friday, March 11. Voting can be done online or on printed ballots that will be available in the newspaper starting Sunday, Feb. 20.

Those who wish to promote their business or organization are encouraged to call the advertising department at 570-622-3456. 
Readers can nominate their favorite businesses for this coveted award at: republicanherald.com/readerschoice right now until Thursday, Jan. 27
PP&L Foundation Awards DSI With $25,000

The PPL Foundation recently selected Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. as one of 12 nonprofit organizations to receive major grant funding. DSI received $25,000 to assist in the development of The Center for Education, Business & Arts (CEBA).

Through strategic partnerships, the PPL Foundation supports organizations that are working to create vibrant, sustainable communities and empowering each citizen to fulfill her or his potential. A total of $500,000 in major grants were awarded in 2021. “We are pleased to assist Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. and encourage their efforts to strengthen our communities with CEBA,” said Lissette O. Santana, Sr. Mgr-Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability. “PPL is committed to empowering the communities where we live and serve,” she added. 

The PPL Foundation contributes more than $2 million annually to a wide variety of nonprofit organizations. “We want to thank everyone at the PPL Foundation for this much-needed funding and for always supporting our Pennsylvania communities, said Susan Williams. "We were thrilled to be one of the 12 nonprofit organizations selected and thankful that companies like PPL recognize the work nonprofits are doing to revitalize our communities."
Business Spotlight: Redner's Warehouse Market
"Shenandoah is a tight-knit community and we want to see the downtown and surrounding communities in Schuylkill County thrive. We will continue to support this county to keep the economy moving in the right direction. It will only spell success for everyone.”

Eric White, Marketing Director, Redners Warehouse Market
Redner’s Warehouse Market is an important business anchor in Shenandoah with a strong
commitment to the local community. This family and employee-owned business has grown and
expanded throughout the years, but the foundation that Redner’s was built on remains the
same, “to create rewarding experiences by being a great place to shop and work.” Even though
the company now has multiple locations, they treat each one like a small business.

This culture trickles down from the Redner’s family and into the communities they serve. Eric White, Director of Marketing & Communications for Redner’s has worked for the organization since 1999. He explained that Redner’s is employee-owned, giving everyone who
works there a stake in the company’s success. “This allows everyone in every position to take
pride in our work and value the team effort. We need to make sure we are looking our best
every day. Ownership gives everyone a sense of pride,” he said.

Eric added that Redner’s philosophy is to do things the right way, which makes his more than 20
plus year career very enjoyable. Just like Eric, many of his colleagues have worked for Redner’s
for many years. “When you work for a company that truly values its employees and considers
each one like family, you stick around for good reason,” he explained.

Redner’s commitment to its employees carries over into the communities it serves, including
Shenandoah. They are very generous and continually support nonprofit organizations, churches,
schools, firehouses, and other groups in a variety of ways. “Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. (DSI)
can always depend on Redner’s to sponsor fundraising events and support our mission to
revitalize our community,” said Susan Williams, DSI’s Executive Director. “They are a pleasure to
work with and it is inspiring to know they have our community members’ best interests at
heart. Thank you, Redner’s for all you do.”

Susan also shared that Redner’s generously donated to The Center for Education, Business and
the Arts (CEBA)’s capital campaign reinforcing their commitment to Shenandoah’s future. They
understand that projects like CEBA will create positive change for our area. “When our small
communities are vibrant and successful, everyone benefits," said Eric. “Shenandoah is a tight-knit
community and we want to see the downtown and surrounding communities in Schuylkill
County thrive. We will continue to support this county to keep the economy moving in the right
direction. It will only spell success for everyone,” he added.

Learn more about Redner’s Markets, career opportunities, and fabulous resources like their Save
a Tape Program, Health Cents Program, and Catering and Party Guide on their company
website. Like them on social media for the latest news and recipe ideas. Visit their Shenandoah
location at 1 Gold Star Highway Daily, 6:00am – 9:00pm.
CEBA Connects 2022
Register Now For February and March Sessions & Attend From Wherever you Are
How to Create An Amazing Social Media Post
Date: Thursday, February 17, 2022
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Presenter: Megan Murray, Owner, Ask Megan Gloria Social Media
Location: Complimentary Zoom session, but registration is required

This interactive session is all about social media and how to make it work for you. Megan Murray, owner of Ask Megan Gloria Social Media, will share her insider tips and show you how to strengthen your social media presence.

She’ll explain why what you post matters, how to make what you post fun and engaging, and give you amazing post examples that get positive results. Walk away inspired, full of new ideas and so much more.
Negotiate your Way to a Better Career
Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Presenter: Lisa Robinson, Business Instructor, Penn State University
Location: Complimentary Zoom session but registration is required 

Knowing what you want before you go into an interview is key. Prepare, plan, practice is how you get positive results in a job interview or job review. Lisa Robinson, Business Instructor for Penn State University has valuable tips to improve your negotiation techniques and get results!

Lisa will share easy-to-follow strategies that will make a difference in negotiating your way to a better career. This will be an informal, conversational session that will be both inspirational and informative. Not looking for a new career? You are encouraged to attend and learn useful tips to use at any negotiation table.
Here's The Dish!
Healthy & Tasty To Warm You Right Up
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