Pittsburgh, PA - September 17-18, 2005, 10am - 5pm. A collaboration between Bidwell Training Center & the Orchid Society of Western Pennsylvania, the Festival is a celebration of the world of orchids through educational demonstrations, workshops, exhibits and greenhouse tours along with sales of exotic orchids from nationally acclaimed vendors. (more…)

By Candy Williams, for the Tribune-Review
For horticulture enthusiasts in chilly Western Pennsylvania, it takes more than a green thumb to cultivate many varieties of exotic tropical orchids. Temperature-controlled greenhouses, heat lamps, special soil and fertilizers are prerequisites for helping orchids to thrive in the region’s less-than-ideal growing conditions.

Next weekend, the Bidwell Training Center in Manchester will host the first Pittsburgh Orchid Festival at the Drew Mathieson Greenhouse, just down the road from the center, and orchid lovers will have a chance to take home a little bit of paradise.

For the full Pittsburgh Tribune-Review article:
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/search/print_372639.html

By John Brant, Inc. Magazine
Bill Strickland is in the business of saving lives. After almost 40 years of teaching kids, training adults, and telling his story, he’s looking to “franchise” his brand of hope.

For the full Inc. Magazine article:
http://www.inc.com/magazine/20050901/bill-strickland.html

By Leslie Vincen, for the Pittsburgh Technology Council
Manchester Bidwell’s Chemical Laboratory program prepares students for local industry jobs; plans expansion to meet training demands and lab standards.

Through dedication to a culture of enrichment, Manchester Bidwell Corporation has established a solid reputation in Pittsburgh for fostering creativity and professionalism in students representing diverse cultures, age groups and economic levels.

For the full Pittsburgh Technology Council article:
http://news.pghtech.org/teq/teqstory.cfm?ID=1406