Business: Greater Philadelphia Expo Center staying open.

LOWER PROVIDENCE » The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks plans to remain open and all events currently on the calendar held as planned.

That announcement came Wednesday afternoon via a press release and statement from the management of the center, as the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to impact residents across the region, state and country.

“We share the public’s concerns in regard to the Coronavirus (Covid-19), and are working with key stakeholders — event producers, elected officials, public health organizations, and others — to respond to this rapidly changing health concern,” the statement read. “We encourage you to consider your own health and that of others, and to avoid crowds if you feel symptoms of the virus or have reason to believe you may have been exposed.”

If any of the public shows or private events change, according to the press release, an announcement will be made on the venue’s website.

There was no additional information about the announcement made available.

The 240,000-square-foot Expo Center, 100 Station Ave. in Lower Providence, hosts expos and trade shows, concerts, town hall meetings, corporate gatherings, church events and athletic competitions. The Expo Center has played host to events that include The National Dog Show, held each year in November and Cirque du Soleil, which was held at the site in 2018 and 2019. Among the events on the calendar for March are: Eagle Arms Weapons Show; Just Between Friends Spring/Summer Sale; The Sugarloaf Crafts Festival;

“We share the public’s concerns in regard to the Coronavirus (Covid-19), and are working with key stakeholders — event producers, elected officials, public health organizations, and others — to respond to this rapidly changing health concern.” — The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks statement on keeping venue open

East Coast Super Reptile Expo; Mid Atlantic Indoor Nationals — Car, Truck and Bike Show; The Great Philadelphia Comic Con; and the Greater Philadelphia Teacher Job Fair.

Among the events previously cancelled was ManuFest and More 2020, an annual expo showcasing manufacturing career pathways for middle and high school students in Montgomery County. The event — organized by MontcoWorks, the workforce development board for Montgomery County — was planned for March 10, with 18 schools scheduled to participate.

More information about the expo Center by visiting https:// www.phillyexpocenter.com/.