Welcome to WATSONTOWN AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
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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
ANNOUNCEMENTS
WATSONTOWN'S 4TH OF JULY PARADE
10 AM JULY 4
Parade kicks off at 930 with the passing of the American Flag. Not sure what that is? Generally, A veteran or active member of the military, guards and helps pass the American Flag down Main Street. We encourage parade goers to come out and pass the flag down the street. It’s truly spectacular.
The parade then follows at 10:00.
The route: Main Street from LACC (formerly known as Watsontown Elementary) to the Memorial Park.
When pulling into LACC look for us to hand out registration and to tell you where to go. Pulling into a line that has fewer people does NOT guarantee you to go first. Registration is so we know who participated and for awards.
How long is the parade? maybe an hour, maybe 1 1/2. More or less.
There is no fee. This is a 100% FREE parade. We do not know who will show up to participate. We have businesses, organizations, sports teams, tractors, cars, etc.! The sky is the limit here so we can’t give a definitive on how long it will take! Just sit back and enjoy
Will the parade happen if it rains? Shhh don’t say that R word! But yes. It will. Rain or shine. We’ve had rainy parades, and they were still awesome.
If you’re bringing a horse, please have someone behind to clean up after them. If you don’t, you won’t be allowed in the parade.
Roadblock: you cannot go through Main Street after 920AM. I repeat YOU CAN NOT GO THROUGH MAIN STREET AFTER 920 AM. There will be a roadblock. Don’t hit it. It has been tested in the past and it always wins.
We’re always looking for volunteers. Volunteers you say. Yes. Everyone getting the parade together and on the street is a VOLUNTEER. So are the judges. Be kind.
We hope to have a great turnout, and we hope everyone has fun! Follow the parade to the park for the celebration in the park going on all day!
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)
Watsontown Area Business Association
Past Business or Organization of the Year Award Winners
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)
Waggin' Tail Coffee Company (24)
2026 Officers
PRESIDENT—Jay Jarrett, Watsontown Borough
VICE PRESIDENT— Wendy Shoemaker, Wendy's Hair Place
RECORDING SECRETARY— Natalie Buck, Natalies Notary
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY— Jesse Hopfer, Montgomery House Library
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)
January 8th meeting location Watson Inn, 12:00 PM
February 5th meeting location Arrowhead Restaurant 12:00 PM
March 5th Evening Dinner Meeting -Watson Inn 5:15 PM
Committee Lists/Purpose/Chair Persons
BUSINESS PROMOTIONS –to promote member business and drive customers to those businesses. TBD
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
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, PAM SHOWERS
MOVIES IN THE PARK-socializing for the community WENDY SHOEMAKER
HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVES-community collection cannisters to donate to Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Need chair person
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY-promote awareness and celebrate community involvement.,
Need chair person
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
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Our Country is celebrating 250 years of Independence on July 4th, 2026. Watsontown’s 250 Committee, along with several other organizations, have planned a series of events to commemorate such a milestone.
The events will highlight local, state and national events throughout our history. Mark your calendars, plan to attend and bring a friend.
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Sunday, January 18th Watsontown Baptist Church 501 Main St Watsontown.-2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.
Sunday, February 15th First Evangelical Lutheran Church 400 Main St. Watsontown. -2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M
Sunday, March 15th First Presbyterian Church 401 Main St. Watsontown.-2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M
Sunday April 12th Warrior Run Jr/Sr High Auditorium-Showing of the movie ”Surrender-The Sudden Death of Alvira PA” 2 P.M.
Sunday April 19th Trivia with Paul Smith- featuring State and local trivia at the Watsontown American Legion 2 P.M. Teams limit of 6- must pre-register.
Sunday May 17th United Church of Christ 2 P.M 601 Main St Watsontown. Bell Choir Performance
Monday May 25th Memorial Day Ceremony at Watsontown Cemetery and Parade organized by the Watsontown American Legion.
Sunday June 7 Canal Boat Pavillion 2:00 P.M. Flag Day presentation and Patriotic sing along with Milltown Blues
Saturday July 4th 10AM Parade sponsored by the Watsontown Area Business Association followed by all day long entertainment and festivities in the park sponsored by the Borough of Watsontown and ending at dusk with a Ginormous Fireworks display.
Sunday August 2nd 4:00 P.M. Ice cream social and musical entertainment sponsored by the Watsontown Historical Association 109 Main St Watsontown.
Watsontown Area Business Association (WABA) recently donated $600.00 to Neighbors Helping Neighbors through efforts of coin collection canisters placed in numerous local businesses during the recent holidays.
Pictured are WABA treasurer, Diana Johnson, Neighbors Helping Neighbors representative Ed Reaser and WABA president Jay Jarrett.
Missing from the photo is committee chairperson Shirley Mc Pherrin who organized the charity drive.
Special Thanks to the following businesses participation in the coin collection:
Watson Mart
Waggin'Tail
Sewing Bee
Watson Inn
Montgomery House Library
20 Church Street
McEwensville, PA 17749
570-538-1381
Hours
MON/FRI 12p– 6p TUE/THU 12p-8p
WED 12p -4p
SAT: 8a-4p — (Summer 11a-2p)
SUN: Closed
Website: Montgomery House Library
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Facebook Live
Mondays at 10:30 AM
Montgomery House Library
20 Church Street
McEwensville, PA 17749
570-538-1381
Hours
MON/FRI 12p– 6p TUE/THU 12p-8p
WED 12p -4p
SAT: 8a-4p — (Summer 11a-2p)
SUN: Closed
Website: Montgomery House Library
#stackschat
Facebook Live
Mondays at 10:30 AM
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The Loft @ Blended 6 Event Center
We’re excited to announce the official opening of The Loft @ Blended 6 — a beautiful, open-area event space located above Blended 6 Refillery in Watsontown!
This space will be used to host a variety of classes, workshops, and community events — all designed to bring people together, learn something new, and have fun!
📷 DIY Workshops
📷 Paint Nights & Craft Classes
📷 Wellness & Lifestyle Events
📷 Private Party Rentals
And so much more!
Whether you’re looking to attend a class, host your own, or just explore what’s happening — The Loft @ Blended 6 is your new community space! Contact us for rates and availability!
📷 Located Above: Blended 6 Refillery 📷 Email: blended6pa@gmail.com📷 Phone/Text: 570-649-8309 📷 Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for upcoming event announcements!
484 East 8th Street
Watsontown Pa 17777
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Licenses, permits, and gift vouchers for the 2026 season are now available! Natalie’s Notary
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210 Main Street
Watsontown PA 17777
Hours
Open Tuesday through Sunday
10:00 -6:00
Closed Mondays
Fine Food, Events, Catering and Lodging in Watsontown, PA
Founded in 1857
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(570) 538-1832
BUSINESS HOURS
Monday 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tue - Sun 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
To schedule an event on Monday, or outside of normal business hours, please contact us by phone or site form.
TRIVIA NIGHT
Every Thursday Night 6:00 PM