Welcome to WATSONTOWN AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
Join in your business community!
About Us
Watsontown Area Business Association (WABA) was formed in 1983.
Our purpose is to promote, encourage, assist and protect the business, industrial, social and economic welfare of the Watsontown Area by:
· Promoting a positive Public Relations effort.
· Identifying and utilizing the resources available both within and outside the local areas.
· Representing the Watsontown Area to other organizations and government agencies.
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· Developing the Watsontown Area as a marketplace and as an employment center serving the Upper Susquehanna Valley
TO BECOME A MEMBER: The annual dues is$50.00 per year
Special Thanks to the 2026 Music Sponsors
GOLD SPONSORS
Cronrath Grenoble Funeral Home
CPRS Physical Therapy
Joyful Petcare at Warrior Run
Milton/Warrior Run Kiwanis
Phoenix Physical Therapy
Pinpoint Federal Credit Union
Warrior Run Woman's Club
Watsontown Borough
SILVER SPONSORS
Coldwell Banker Penn One Real Estate, Barb Diehl, Agent
Gleghorn Smith Insurance
Susquehanna Fire Protection
Watsontown Guild
2026-2027 OFFICERS
PRESIDENT—Jay Jarrett, Watsontown Borough
VICE PRESIDENT— Wendy Shoemaker, Wendy's Hair Place
RECORDING SECRETARY— Natalie Buck, Natalies Notary
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY— Jesse Hopfer, Joyful Petcare at Warrior Run
TREASURER—Diana Johnson, Diana Johnson & Assoc.
ASSISTANT TREASURER —Brendi Brooke, Watsontown Borough
PAST PRESIDENT- Belinda Stefl, GSHPA
Meetings
1st Thursday of Each Month (Excluding July)
PICNIC STYLE GATHERING AUGUST 6th at ARROWHEAD BAR & GRILL
Social Time 5:15 PM
Dinner 5:45 PM
MUSICAL ENTERTAINTMENT BY MILLTOWN BLUES
Watsontown Area Business Association
Past Volunteer of the Year Award Winners
Past Recipients Volunteer of the Year Since 2008
Wendy Shoemaker, Wendy’s Hair Place (08)
René Toro, Rene’s Barber Shop (09)
Kayla Shoemaker (10)
Pam Showers, Watson Inn (11)
Barb Diehl, Coldwell Banker Penn One Real Estate (12)
Kevin Bittenbender (13)
Diana Johnson, First National Bank (14)
IMO Edie Moser, Borough of Watsontown (15)
Jeanette Calhoun, REMAX West Branch (16)
Kaitlin Diehl Snoddy (17)
Amanda Johnson (18)
Thomas Hetherington (19)
Shannon Smedley (20)
René Toro (21)
Kiwanis Club (22)
GFWC Warrior Run Woman’s Club (23)
Brendi Brooke (24)
Sue Straub, Arthur's Pet PAntry (25)
Past Recipients Business of the Year Since 2008
Dale R. Chomas, DMD (08)
Susquehanna Fire Equip Co. (09)
Bee Cee Hardware (10)
Cronrath-Grenoble Funeral Home (11)
Watsontown Glass (12)
None (13)
None (14)
Borough of Watsontown (15)
West Branch Re/Max Wally F. (16)
Kingdom Kidz (17)
Cronrath-Grenoble Funeral Home (18)
Pinpoint Federal Credit Union (19)
Rene’s Barber Shop (20)
Watson Inn (21)
The Standard-Journal (22)
Watsontown Historical Association (23)
Kiwanis (24)
Montgomery House Library (25)
Committee Lists/Purpose/Chair Persons
- BUSINESS PROMOTIONS/WELCOME BAGS/WEBSITE –to promote member business and drive customers to those businesses. DIANA JOHNSON, BRENDI BROOKE
- MEMBERSHIP- Need chair person
- FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION-organizes the parade on Main Street, line up, judges, awards and works with the Fourth of July Committee. BARB DIEHL, KAITLIN SNODDY
- WATSONTOWN COMMUNITY YARD SALES- pre-event preparation to help organize. BRENDI BROOKE, DIANA JOHNSON
- WEDNESDAYS IN WATSONTOWN-socializing for the community-Generally the 4th Wednesday 6-8PM/ May-Aug—Canal Boat Pavilion - BARB DIEHL
- MOVIES IN THE PARK-socializing for the community WENDY SHOEMAKER
- HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVES-community collection cannisters to donate to Neighbors Helping Neighbors, JESS HOPFER
- "PINK DAY" BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY-promote awareness and celebrate community involvement.,
- WENDY SHOEMAKER, JESS HOPFER, NATALIE BUCK
- HALLOWEEN PARADE-organize and judge participants. REBEKAH GOLLA
- HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY-organize activities awaiting arrival of Santa -WENDY SHOEMAKER
- HOLIDAY DECORATING CONTEST-anonymous judging of community decorations
Community Happenings
Watsontown Historical Association
James Robison, President
Erica Frey, Vice President
Amanda Johnson, Treasurer
Diana Johnson, Secretary
Kathi Wertman, Aquistions Manager
109 Main Street, P O Box 4 Watsontown PA 17777
570-538-9666
Museum hours
Open Hours
Tuesdays & Fridays 10 AM-2 PM
First & Third weekends
Saturday & Sundays 1 PM-4 PM
Upcoming Special Events
CHINESE RAFFLE
SEPT 19th 10 AM-4 PM
SEPT 20th 1 PM-3 PM
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VETERANS DAY
Special displays, Refreshments
9 AM - 7 PM
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WHET YOUR WHISTLE WITH WASSAIL
Sunday, November 22
1-4 PM
WATSONTOWN HAUNTED HAUNT
Kane Shoemaker
Wendy Shoemaker
1550 Turbot Ave. Watsontown PA 17777
570-412-2160
570-713-9845
Watsontown Office
12560 State Route 405, Suite 2
Watsontown, PA 17777
(570) 508-7393 Phone
(570) 742-2468 Fax
Monday 9:00am to 7:00pm
Tuesday 7:00am to 12:00pm
Wednesday 9:00am to 7:00pm
Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm
Friday 7:00am to 12:00pm
Victoria Pepenelli, PT, DPT
Clinic Manager
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Office Information
CPRS Physical Therapy offers a wide variety of services including Physical Therapy, Vestibular Therapy, Sports Rehabilitation, Pre and Post-Operative Therapy, Occupational Health, Oncology Rehab Program, Diabetes Management, and Wellness. We offer several wellness programs including general membership, healthy lifestyles, personal training, and sports specific training.
Luzerne County Community College-
Greater Susquehanna
Watsontown Campus
1100 Main Street, Suite 2
Watsontown PA 17777
570-740-0260
KENNETH MARKS MOBILE MASSAGE
143 Main Street, Watsontown, PA, United States, 17777
(570) 594-2820
kennethmarksmobilemassage@gmail.com
Mansion House/Wuerdy Enterprises LLC
Yvonne C. Wuerdeman
201 Main Street
Watsontown PA. 17777
570-538-1239 Bar
570-538-12765 Grill
759 Susquehanna Trail
Watsontown, Pennsylvania 17777
(570) 538-2685
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
C & N Bank
Kellsie Starks
1025 Main Street Watsontown PA 17777
570-538-2698
570-568-2603 or 570-568-4404
FAX 570-538-3798
Shirley McPherrin
u 1615 Muddy Run Road Milton PA 17847
570-713-7974
Kiwanis Club of Milton/Warrior Run is a service organization serving the Milton and Warrior Run areas. Our main goal is helping children!! We meet at The Watson Inn on the last Thursday of each month at 6:30 at The Watson Inn. Come join the fun.
Norman E Buck Plumbing & Heating LLC
Ang Mingle
200 Main Street Watsontown PA 17777
570-538-1663
For any issues requiring service, even outside regular office hours, please call 570-538-1663. A recorded message provides emergency contact numbers
Shane's Home Repair.
Shane Youmans
150535 State Route 405 Watsontown PA 17777
570-244-7661
A Medley of Memories
Kelly Sulewski
211 Main Street Watsontown PA 17777
570-538-2676
About WATSONTOWN AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
Our Mission
At WATSONTOWN AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION, we strive to create a welcoming community that promotes diversity, inclusivity, and respect for all. Our mission is to provide a space where members can connect, learn, and grow together.
Our History
Founded in 2010, WATSONTOWN AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION began as a small group of like-minded individuals who wanted to make a positive impact in their community. Since then, we have grown into a thriving organization with over 500 members.
Our Activities
Our Activities
We offer a variety of activities and events for our members, including volunteer opportunities, social gatherings, and educational workshops. Our goal is to provide something for everyone and create a sense of belonging for all.