Downtown Shendandoah, Inc. 116 North Main St., Shenandoah, PA 17976 Tel: 570-462-2060
DSI website: www.downtownshenandoah.com CEBA website: discoverCEBA.com
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Merry Christmas From Your Friends At DSI!
Annual Coal Cracker Christmas Rings in The Holiday Season
Caroling, Horse Drawn Trolley Rides and A Visit From Santa
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A crisp and chilly night was the perfect weather for the return of DSI's annual Coal Cracker Christmas held Friday, November 26. Community members gathered in the Veterans Memorial Park and rang in the holiday season with Christmas carols and a Christmas tree lighting. The highlight of the night was the horse drawn trolley rides sponsored by Shenandoah Pharmacy. "We are grateful for all those who volunteered to make this event successful," said Susan Williams, of DSI. "It's an incredible feeling to see everyone work together to put smiles on so many faces."
A big holiday shout out to everyone who helped make this free community event a success! From the little elves who cleaned up Main Street to all the wonderful volunteers...our trolley sponsor, Shenandoah Pharmacy, our music sponsor, JT Thomas, and the Shenandoah Valley Highschool volunteers, Shenandoah Recreation who donated the candy canes, our special Santa and Mrs. Claus, DSI Board members who helped in so many ways... the list goes on and on and on! What a way to kick off the holiday season. Thank you & Merry Christmas!
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There's Still Time To Get Your Letters To Santa
Thank you to Mrs. T's Pierogies For Sponsoring Our Magical Mailbox
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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
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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 is 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.
Give Today And Help Us Make Your Community Better and Better
Please give to Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. and help us continue our mission to revitalize our community. Every dollar counts...your dollar counts!
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Add Your Name To Our Growing Donation List
You're In Good Company...Take A Look
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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
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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
Lynn Anczarski
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
Nature's Way Emporium
Diane-Fred Keim
M&T Charitable Foundation
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!
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Come Grow With Us!
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.
Every dollar counts...your dollar counts
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Business Spotlight: Shenandoah Pharmacy |
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Pictured are Shenandoah Pharmacy owners, Kunal and Pinky Patel. "We all need to do our part in making Shenandoah a better and safe place to raise our families. A joint effort from everyone in the community will make a big difference in making our town better." |
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Shenandoah Pharmacy and One Stop owners, Kunal and Pinky Patel are partners in business and partners in life. This hardworking couple is the perfect example of the American entrepreneurial spirit. Throughout the years they have grown their family business to include seven convenient store locations throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania. In addition to Shenandoah they own stores in Bangor, Hamburg, Marietta, Ringtown, Scranton, and Stroudsburg.
Both Kunal and Pinky left the corporate world to have more flexibility. The Patels' first priority is to their family. They decided to open their own business for two important reasons. "One was to be close to our family and second, was to give our children the family values that we have received," Pinky said. She continued to explain that her parents immigrated to the United States to give their family a better education and more opportunities. "It is very difficult in today’s world to balance work and family life. I wanted to manage my own time so I can be home for my kids when they come home from school," she added. The couple have three children, Kashish, Raghuveer, and Vihaan.
Most folks in the community aren't aware of what doing business locally means to them. When the couple purchase a new business, they don't change the name for a very important reason. They understand there is a community connection, a history that goes along with the business. "We want to maintain the community feel," explained Pinky. "I would like people to give us an opportunity to get to know us and who we are. I feel that some people have a bad impression about the One Stop from the past and don’t even realize that we are different owners."
One Stop and Shenandoah Pharmacy have an impressive product mix and everyone is welcome to stop by and see for themselves. "Between the store and the pharmacy, we have it all," said Pinky. "You can purchase your basic household goods, groceries and even have lunch while you wait to get your medication filled." She added their menu includes hot food to hoagies. "We also sell The Pennsylvania Lottery and provide Money Gram and Check Cashing services."
"We want Shenandoah Pharmacy to feel like home, where you can come to us or where we can deliver your medication for free to not only Shenandoah, but the surrounding towns like Frackville, Ringtown, Sheppton, and Boston Run. We deliver in a 10 Miles radius and will never leave your medication in the mailbox. We deliver it to you in your hand, this way you don’t have to worry about getting them stolen. We have all benefits for the franchise pharmacy, just a homey feeling," she added.
The Patels care and are committed to helping improve the Shenandoah area. They both agree the future is bright if the community joins together. "We all need to do our part in making Shenandoah a better and safe place to raise our families," she said. A joint effort from everyone in the community will make a big difference in making our town better."
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Shenandoah Pharmacy will donate $5 for every new customer or prescription transfer through
12-31-2021. Contact them at 570-859-1013 and say, “hello.”
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Picture Perfect Lottery Frame Winner Is...
Congratulations to Gary Hronec, the winner of Picture Perfect Lottery Frame. The winning ticket was drawn on November 26 during the Coal Cracker Christmas event.
Stop by DSI and enter to win again! The next drawing is February 11, 2022
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Creative Last Minute Gift Giving Ideas & Ways To Win |
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Picture Perfect Lottery Frame Fundraiser |
Support DSI and you could win Our Picture Perfect Lottery Frame that features $100 cash and $100 PA Lottery Scratch-Off tickets.
The cost is 3 entries for $5. One winner will be announced on November 26. Stop by DSI to enter or contact the office at 570-462-2060. GOC #8809
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January 2022 Lottery Calendar Fundraiser
There's Still Time!
Tuck in a Stocking or Card To Someone Special!
When your calendar number matches the Daily Evening Pick 3 Pennsylvania Lottery drawing, you're a winner.
Lottery Calendars are $5 each and are available in the DSI Office, 116 N. Main St., Shenandoah. GOC #8809
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Give An Unexpected Gift They'll Love For Years To Come!
Stop By The DSI Office
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American Flag Ornament $12 |
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Ireland Flag Ornament $12 |
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2021 Kilebasi Fest Tee Shirt $10 |
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Naughty Ball Ornament $12 |
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Here's The Dish!
Just In Time For Warming Up Holiday Gatherings
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Forward This Newsletter To A Friend
We'd like to connect with more people and spread the good work DSI is doing to improve our communities. Please forward this email and share with a friend! Thank you
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