Merchant Newsletter 5-1-26
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Help Us Welcome Appalachian Leadership Visitors on May 5
Old Train Bridge: What are your opinions about restoring it?
Business Improvement Grant Sign for your Window
May 13th: Business Lunch and Learn
Gift Certificate Redemption Basics
New for Merchants on LDP Website
Welcome Appalachian Leadership Inst on May 5th
Please plan to be open and welcoming on Tuesday, May 5th.
On that day, the Appalachian Leadership Institute, a program of the Appalachian Regional Commission, will bring 40–50 participants to downtown Lewisburg as part of a multi-day visit to Pennsylvania.
These emerging leaders from across the Appalachian region will spend the afternoon in Lewisburg, including a walking tour and dedicated exploration time.
From approximately 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
During that time, they will be encouraged to visit local shops, restaurants, and businesses throughout downtown.
This visit also falls during Bucknell University finals week, when student activity in town remains strong. That means Tuesday, May 5th has the potential to bring more life, more visibility, and more opportunity downtown than a typical Tuesday.
If your business can be open — even for limited hours — we strongly encourage you to do so.
Every open door helps create the kind of vibrant, welcoming atmosphere that makes Lewisburg memorable. It is not just about potential sales for the day, though that matters too.
It is also about showing visitors who we are as a downtown: lively, inviting, and worth returning to.
When more businesses participate, the whole district benefits. A fuller downtown creates energy, encourages people to stay longer, and gives visitors a stronger experience of Lewisburg at its best.
To learn more about the Appalachian Leadership Institute, please view this short video: Appalachian Leadership Institute Overview
Old Train Bridge: To restore or not to restore
You’re invited to share your thoughts on the proposed extension of the Buffalo Valley Rail Trail across the Susquehanna River between Lewisburg and Montandon.
Take the survey HERE
This short survey is being conducted by Bucknell University students in Environmental Studies 411: Environmental Community Project, under the supervision of Professor Andrew Stuhl.
The goal is to better understand how community members feel about the proposed trail extension, including potential benefits, concerns, current trail use, and local transportation needs.
The survey should take about 4–5 minutes to complete.
Your Participation
Your participation is completely voluntary. You may stop at any time, skip any question you do not wish to answer, or choose not to participate without any penalty.
There is no direct benefit for completing the survey. However, your feedback will help researchers better understand community perspectives and may be shared with local stakeholders and the broader community to support thoughtful planning and decision-making around public recreation and transportation infrastructure.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your perspective.
Take the Survey HERE
Want financial help with improving your business?
Interested? 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, call us at 570-523-1743.
May 13th: Business Lunch/Learn 2nd Wed EVERY month
Looking for smart ways to grow your business or streamline what’s already working?
Join us Wednesday, May 13th at noon, for our 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.
Redeem Your Downtown Gift Certificates
CASH for your Gift Certificates
Getting reimbursed for gift certificates is easy!
Checks can be dropped off at your location within 24 hours during the regular workweek (Monday–Friday, approximately 9 AM–5 PM). Just email Alex:
Reimbursement Basics
• Merchants may request a check for up to $500 in collected certificates at a time
• Gift certificates never expire
Before Accepting a Certificate
Please take a quick moment to confirm it’s legitimate:
• LDP logo sticker on the corner
• A visible serial number
• Original print quality (not photocopied)
If something feels off, trust your instincts — you’re always welcome to pause and call us to confirm before accepting it.
If you’ve got certificates sitting in a drawer, turn them into cash and back into your business. 💼✨
New on LDP Website: Benefits Merchants
We’ve recently updated the LewisburgPA.com website to make it easier for both visitors and businesses to find what they need.
One of the biggest changes you’ll notice is the addition of new Community Calendars and Sales & Specials sections. If they look a little empty right now—that’s intentional.
These sections are powered directly by the Locable network, meaning the content comes from participating businesses.
You might be wondering—why use Locable when you already have Facebook or other social media? The advantage is efficiency.
When connected, you can create events, promotions, or updates in Locable and push them directly to your social media, while also appearing on LewisburgPA.com and across the local network.
It’s a simple way to expand your reach without adding more work.
If you haven’t set up your free Locable account yet, now is a great time. Alex at LDP is happy to meet with you one-on-one to help create your webspace, post events, or set up specials.
Training is free, and the platform is free to use. Reach out anytime at alex.stammers@lewisburgpa.com to schedule a time.
Merchant Meeting: May 25th
Upcoming Events
10/10 Fall Festival
10/24 Mask-arade
10/31 Halloween falls on Saturday
11/28 Shop Small Saturday
12/3 Tree Lighting
12/4 Late Night shopping
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Lewisburg Downtown Partnership
328 Market Street, PO Box 298
Lewisburg, PA 17837
(570) 523-1743
lewisburgpa.com