First National Bank Museum

08/16/2026

Monday August 17th is National Thrift Shop Day! We are celebrating with 10% off of your entire purchase. One day only. And a few other surprises. Come join us at Columbia Re-Uzit

08/16/2026

08/16/2026

There is great joy to be found in living a simple frugal life, and you can have it too.

08/02/2026

Very interesting.

04/14/2026

Every time I mention reducing parking, someone brings up people with mobility issues.

I get it. Accessibility matters. But let’s look at the actual numbers.
Up to one-third of the population can’t drive. Kids under 16. Elderly people who’ve lost their licenses. People who can’t afford a car. People with certain disabilities. People who’ve had their license suspended. People who simply choose not to drive. Meanwhile, about 12% of the population has mobility issues.

So car-dependent places are actually excluding three times more people than the group we’re supposedly protecting.

In car-dependent sprawl, if you can’t drive, you’re completely isolated. You can’t get to the store. You can’t go to work. You can’t participate in your community. You need someone to drive you everywhere or you’re stuck at home.

In walkable places, people who can’t drive can still function. They can walk to the corner store. Take the bus. Get around their neighborhood. Live independently.

And here’s what people miss about mobility challenges, walkable places are often better for people with disabilities too.

Everything is closer together, so there’s less ground to cover. Sidewalks are maintained and level, which matters for wheelchairs and walkers. Ground-floor retail means no stairs or elevators. Transit and paratransit systems actually work in dense areas. You don’t have to navigate massive parking lots where cars are backing up and pavement is uneven.

I’m not saying we eliminate every parking space. But the idea that car-dependent sprawl is more accessible than walkable neighborhoods? The data doesn’t support it.

Car dependency works for one group, people who can drive and can afford a car.

Walkable places work for everyone else.

04/13/2026

Boat tour season is almost here and we couldn’t be more excited! 🎉
Boat Tour Tickets are on sale now! ⚓️

Start planning your time on the water! Climb aboard the Chief Uncas to soak in the views, spot wildlife, and hear the stories that make the Susquehanna special.

More tour options will be launching soon once the boat is back on the water, so stay tuned! Grab your tickets TODAY: https://susqnha.org/explore/boat-tours/