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Recent Updates: What the Chamber has Been Up To
Date: April 3, 2025 Author: Elliot Park, Brookville Chamber Intern The Brookville Chamber has been busy through the first four months of 2025, by developing new branding, organizing community events, and supporting our members. All the projects and events have been perfectly aligned with the Chamber’s overall mission of stimulating the economic climate of the area, promoting membership businesses, and assisting with civic activities, helping to reach the goal of enhancing the quality of life in our community. From a new website to hosting Food Truck Monday there have been all sorts of projects and events happening in the early months of 2025. New Branding: At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, the Chamber set out on developing and introducing new branding across the organization. The first component of the new branding started with a new logo, featuring Main Street Brookville. Keeping the iconic light post from the previous logo, the new logo incorporates the light post overhanging an image of Main Street Brookville. Designed by Nerdette Design, the Chamber is ecstatic to have a new logo that helps to enhance their image, reputation, and recognition. The next component to the new branding came through the revamping of the Chamber’s website, which was also performed by Nerdette Design. The most exciting part about the new website is that it is more user-friendly compared to the other website, while also eliminating the majority of glitches and malfunctions experienced. The revamped website has a differing layout compared to the old one, which also enhances the user-friendliness of it. There are also several new features on the website such as the Brookville Chamber Business Blog and the job board, which is set to release on the website here in the next couple of weeks. The final component to the new branding was a new color scheme, which now includes Slate Blue, Brick Red, Soft Sky Blue, Sage, Goldenrod, and Charcoal Grey. The Chamber is beyond excited about the new branding incorporating it in various aspects of their projects, events, and marketing. The Chamber’s New Logo Eggs & Issues: In February the Chamber hosted its first Eggs & Issues event of the year, bringing together members and leaders from our local community. Eggs & Issues is a series of informative presentations on a variety of interesting and important topics that impact our community, while also providing a safe environment for individuals to express their concerns, have questions answered, and interact with local legislative leaders. This past presentation featured Mary Milford, Jefferson County Tourism Director, with the topic being centered on tourism within the county. Milford provided significant insights into the direction and efforts of the county to enhance our region’s tourism industry. Some of the notable guests in attendance were State Representative Brain Smith, Jefferson County Commissioners Jeff Pisarcik & Scott North, and many others. The success of this event was overwhelming with roughly 50 individuals in attendance, many questions answered & concerns addressed, and plenty of networking performed along with a delicious breakfast from Honey Cakes. The next Eggs & Issues is May 15th @ 7:30 am and will feature several local government officials discussing updates on several Borough projects and Jefferson County’s community development efforts. Several Chamber members pose with Mary Milford (Jefferson County Tourism Director) and Brain Smith (State Representative) Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies: Nothing is better than having a schedule packed filled with ribbon-cuttings, as it represents the growth and opportunities within our community. From welcoming new retail shops and restaurants to showing off some updated improvements and renovations, the Brookville Chamber has been busy with showing the growth and new opportunities in Brookville. In February the Chamber joined North Fork Veterinary Clinic to show off North Fork’s renovations and recent additions they have added to their already renowned clinic. The ceremony was a morning packed full of activities, with attendees getting the chance to tour the facility, meet with vet techs and doctors, participate in raffles, and enjoy refreshments from Colors of the Forest. Several Chamber Board members, community members, and North Fork Veterinary Clinic staff members pose for a picture following the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony. In March the Chamber welcomed two new businesses into the town. At the beginning of the month we welcomed Toby Hill Pinecrest to the restaurant/bar scene. Bringing over their wonderful food, drinks, and bands from their original location in Clarion, Toby Hill Pinecrest is sure to spark some buzz around the town. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was a success on March 1st with the restaurant being filled from open to close. Throughout the day attendees got to participate in a couple giveaways, along with receiving a free appetizer. Later in the day, the fun was still rocking as Toby Hill was running drink specials and brought in a local band to perform live music. Toby Hill Pinecrest plans on continuing live music throughout the rest of the summer, so be sure to follow them for updates. Several Chamber Board members, community members, and Toby Hill Pinecrest staff members pose for a picture following the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony. Later in March, the Chamber had the pleasure of welcoming Nostalgia on Main to the retail scene in Downtown Brookville. This was another successful ribbon-cutting ceremony with various community members in attendance. Nostalgia on Main ran a 10% off discount special for the event and almost everyone in attendance left with a unique & vintage item. The Chamber also has several other ribbon-cutting ceremonies planned over the next couple of weeks, so be sure to follow us and stay up-to-date on all the exciting events. Several Chamber Board members, community members, and owner of Nostalgia on Main pose for a picture following the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony. Food Truck Monday: With a rotating lineup of vendors, Food Truck Monday promises to tantalize your taste buds with an array of options ranging from sizzling street tacos, crave-worthy burgers, legendary lobster, and a few other fan-favorites. Through the first two food trucks, Food Truck Monday is delivering on its promise and

Once Many, Now Few: Moonlite Drive-In Theatre Stands The Test of Time
Date: March 22, 2025 Author: Elliot Park, Brookville Chamber Intern According to DriveInMovie.com, the US has around 300 Drive-In Movie Theaters left in operation, a significant decline in the once popular activity. In the late 1950’s, Drive-In Movie Theaters hit their peak with roughly 4,000 theaters in operation, seeing a steady decline in the years to follow. Although Pennsylvania has been no exception to the decline of Drive-In theaters, PA has the second most operational theaters in the U.S. with 28 theaters, only trailing New York. Although experiencing a heavy decline in interest, there are several advantages or in better words benefits of going to a Drive-In Theater compared to going to an indoor theater. First, it tends to be cheaper to attend a Drive-In, especially as a bigger family or group. The well-known carload method of admission into Drive-In theaters provides a much needed reduction in tickets, especially compared to the expensive, individually based tickets at indoor theaters. Drive-In theaters can also provide a more relaxed atmosphere and be more comfortable for patrons. Being in the comfort of your car or other seating arrangements (like lawn chairs), allows you to have space and not be on top of each other like the seating arrangements provided at an indoor theater. This also allows individuals to be able to talk (to an extent) and crack a few jokes or quote different characters throughout their experience, as long as you are not annoying the people in your car. With that in mind, there are several notable Drive-In Theaters left in PA, and one just happens to be in our community. Located just a short drive down US Route 322, west of Brookville, sits the Moonlite Drive-In Theatre, a local gem entering its 73rd year of operation. Although Moonlite lets you experience the thrill of such a classic activity, they have made numerous modifications and improvements over the years to best serve their customers and attract customers. One of the newer modifications, which expanded the theatre’s capabilities, was the addition of a second viewing screen. This not only allows the theater to perform more shows and additional movies, but also adds them to a short list of theaters with this capability. Over the years Moonlite has also developed quite the snack bar. They have everything from burgers & pizza to Swedish Fish & cotton candy, oh and don’t forget about ice cream! They also have a wide selection of drinks having various sodas, water, hot chocolate and coffee, and even Tum-e Yummies for the kiddos (the snack bar menu is subject to change). It does not end there; Moonlite’s dedication to deliver what customers want allows them to have a rotating showing schedule highlighting various movies. Showing every type of movie from old-school greats to new, up and coming movies, while also coordinating with events and holidays, Moonlite Drive-In delivers an experience like no other for everyone in the family. As a business in such a declining industry with declining interest, the Moonlite Drive-In relies heavily among folks in the community and visitors alike, to make their business successful. The support of the concession stand (snack bar) is vital to their success as a whole, making it an imperative to follow the prohibition of outside food and drink. Plus, they have great food and plenty of snack and drink options, so give it a try for yourself and support this local, small business. The 2025 season is just around the corner with plans to kick off around mid-April, giving the parking area enough time to dry out. Admission into the theater costs $20, which allows entry for a carload (up to six individuals), with an additional $10 person person exceeding that amount. The Moonlite Drive-In Theatre is excited for another season bringing a movie packed summer for a successful year in 2025. They welcome everyone to come see a movie (or two), enjoy the experience, and have an unforgettable night with family and friends. Stay up to date with the Moonlite Drive-In Theatre and their showings on Facebook @Moonlite Drive-In Theatre and their website www.lipumatheatres.com. Sources: DriveInMovie.com. (n.d.). Welcome to DriveInMovie.com. https://driveinmovie.com/ Kluesner, S. (2021, March 16). Top 5: Reasons WHy Drive-In Theaters Are Superior. Truman Media Network. https://tmn.truman.edu/blog/features/entertainment/top-5-reasons-why-drive-in-theaters-are-superior/ Moonlite All American Drive-In Theatre. (n.d.). The Moonlite Drive-In Theatre. Lipuma Theatres. https://www.lipumatheatres.com/index.php Schweigert, K. (2024, May 13). There are 3 drive-in theaters still operating in Central PA; here’s how to find them for a fun night under the stars. FOX43. https://www.fox43.com/article/entertainment/movies/central-pennsylvania-drive-in-movie-theater-summer-fun-guide/521-4899a656-08bd-48de-bc80-0da90d881c7a

Ways to Protect Your Business from Online Security Breaches
Date: March 19, 2025 Author: Elliot Park, Brookville Chamber Intern Continuing the focus on utilizing the internet and social media effectively, it is also important to focus on some of the challenges and consequences of incorporating these into your business. The internet and social media has become more ingrained into our everyday lives and more and more businesses are relying on online networks for personal & professional connection, networking, and business transactions. The significant usage has made online platforms increasingly attractive for malicious hackers, has escalated the potential impact of account hackings, and has made protection a critical component to a business’s digital (online) efforts. There are numerous ways for hackers to attack your business and obtain potentially sensitive information through social media, including account hijackings & security breaches. One major cause of security breaches is due to phishing attacks, which can cause significant damage to an organization. Phishing attacks most commonly occur when a hacker impersonates a higher entity in the organization and gets an employee to click a link through text message, instant messaging, e-mail, or social media. When an individual clicks the malicious link, malware can be instilled allowing hackers to gain access to your online systems. A phishing attack can hurt a business by revealing sensitive information, freezing systems, identity theft (posing as the business), and theft of information and funds. Another common way for hackers to infiltrate your business is by social engineering. Social engineering is similar to phishing attacks by a hacker impersonating a trusted higher entity of the organization but relies on psychological manipulation to convince victims. Hackers convince business members to share usernames, passwords, and other sensitive information allowing hackers to gain access to more sensitive information while infiltrating the businesses online systems and accounts. To combat these rising issues there are a variety of strategies and design improvements an organization can take that will also help to improve their overall security measures & flexibility. Some of these strategies & improvements focus more on developing training for employees whereas others are on improving the company’s efforts and measures. Some of the most common and most effective strategies and design improvements include the following: Overall, the instillment of social media and other digital platforms into our everyday lives and the increasing usage among more and more businesses has caused several negative consequences, such as becoming more attractive to hackers and has escalated the potential impact of account & system hackings. The numerous ways for hackers to attack a business has not only made digital (online) protection an important component to a business but has also made it much more challenging and difficult for individuals and businesses to protect themselves. Although businesses are essentially more susceptible to digital attacks there are several simple, yet effective, strategies and design improvements that can be taken to add an extra layer of security. By enabling two-factor authentication, educating and training employees, utilizing firewalls and antivirus software, and regularly performing updates can help to protect your business and employees. Be sure to evaluate your digital (online) efforts and develop strategies and design improvements that fit your businesses protection needs. Sources: Alber, T. R. (2024, September 21). Account Hijacking and Social Media Fraud: How Scammers Exploit Platforms and How to Protect Your Online Identity. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/account-hijacking-social-media-fraud-how-scammers-exploit-alber-ihryc/ Civati, A. (2024, June 1). Social Media Hacking – Five Techniques Used to Hack Social Accounts. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/social-media-hacking-five-techniques-used-hack-accounts-civati-hbebe/ F5. Understanding Security Breaches and Protecting Data. https://www.f5.com/glossary/security-breaches#:~:text=For%20businesses%2C%20breaches%20can%20also,%2C%20ransomware%2C%20and%20social%20engineering. imperva. (n.d.). Phishing Attacks. https://www.imperva.com/learn/application-security/phishing-attack-scam/