Swisshelm Forward

10/15/2026

We are about halfway through the month. That means we are also halfway through our fundraiser. We are a small organization with big dreams of an improved website, expanded communication options, and more community events and volunteer opportunities. Please consider making a small donation to Swisshelm Forward to help us continue making a positive impact in our community.

10/14/2026

Community Event Reminder: October Nebbin’, Knittin’, N’at, Sunday, October 18, 3-5 pm @ the SHPCC (1050 Windermere Dr)- enjoy crafting with your neighbors

10/14/2026

Commercial Street will be closed from 8 PM Friday through 8 PM Saturday to restore it to its pre-construction location.

Commercial Street/Forward Avenue and Closure Friday Evening, Saturday

10/14/2026

Development Zoom Reminder: URA Swisshelm Park Solar Remediation Community Zoom Meeting, Wednesday, October 21, 6-7 pm online at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84358048497 or join our watch party in person at the Swisshelm Park Community Center (1050 Winderemere Dr)- don’t miss one of your last chances to tell the URA what you want to see in their solar farm plans.

10/13/2026

Community Event Reminder: SHPCC Halloween Parade and Party, Saturday, October 24, 5 pm at the Swisshelm Park Community Center (1050 Windermere Dr)- get those kiddos (and yourself) ready to show off their costumes at the SHPCC’s epic Halloween Parade and Party. RSVP by 10/22 at www.tinyurl.com/SHPCCHalloween2026

10/13/2026

Update: PennDOT has confirmed the closure from 8 pm 10/16 - 8 pm 10/17

10/13/2026

Community Event Reminder: Community Board Game Night, Monday, October 26, starting at 6:30 @ the Pub in the Park- come to Swisshelm Park Board Games monthly game night to have some fun with your neighbors. https://facebook.com/events/s/swisshelm-park-community-game-/1717353956036371/

10/12/2026

Community Event Reminder: Fall Plant + Seed Share, Sunday, October 25, 2-4 pm @ the SHPCC (1050 Windermere Dr)- join a meeting of Swisshelm Park Garden Club to share seeds, plants, and plans. Email [email protected] for more info

10/12/2026

Community Event Reminder: October Nebbin’, Knittin’, N’at, Sunday, October 18, 3-5 pm @ the SHPCC (1050 Windermere Dr)- BYO project to work on with your crafty neighbors

10/11/2026

Got down to the worksite before it started raining yesterday. They are making progress on resetting Commercial and there is a lot less material being stored in the work area.