Welcome to the Chamber!
We invite you to explore what the Juniata River Valley Chamber of Commerce has to offer. Our Chamber of Commerce has a history that stretches back over 100 years, but we continue to find new ways to improve the economy and quality of life for our residents in Mifflin and Juniata Counties. We do this by offering opportunities to connect with other businesses, leadership development, advocacy and support, as well as educational opportunities. In coordination with our local school districts, we are working to better prepare our future workforce, ensuring a better tomorrow. We invite you to explore our site, learn about the benefits of membership, browse our membership list, learn more about our upcoming events and meet our staff and board of directors. Most importantly, we want you to “Get Connected”.
Bouffants, Bargains, and Bravery-My Mother
May 27, 2025
Mother’s Day is here, and until now, I’ve never truly shared much about my mother. I’ve mentioned her here and there, but today, I’m diving in headfirst. My relationship with my mother wasn’t always smooth. But as I grew older and became a parent myself, I’ve learned to view her through a more compassionate and understanding lens. It’s easy to spot the flaws in someone, especially a parent, but choosing to focus on their strengths is where understanding comes, and love deepens. I was a child of the 1960s, and my mother taught my brother and me the value of hard work. Our summers were spent tending a large garden—planting, watering, weeding, and eventually harvesting. Then came the canning season: the hottest days of the year spent peeling, blanching, and boiling. But nothing beats the satisfaction of hearing the lids "pop" as the jars sealed. It was a sound that signaled canning success! Once the work was done, my mother loved to entertain. She was always hosting parties, and I can still see her buzzing around the house trying to complete last-minute tasks before her guests arrived, exclaiming, “Everything is coming to a head at once!” My brother and I still say that from time to time, a little tribute to her signature phrase. Learn More
Magic, Meltdowns, and Mickey: A Nana’s Disney Adventure II
April 28, 2025
Last time we were together, I shared days one and two of my great Disney adventure with my son, his wife, and my two grandchildren, Sloan, who is six, and Oliver, who is four. Today, we pick up the magic with days three and four. On day three we kicked off the day with a trip to Hollywood Studios. By now, we had accumulated quite the assortment of merchandise—balloons, toys, souvenirs—and there was no convincing the kids to leave their new treasures behind at the hotel. The stroller had turned into a mobile gift shop. If the kids jumped out and you weren’t hanging on, it would tip backwards from the weight of everything dangling off the handle. Learn More
