BERWICK, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A new place to appreciate and buy old media is opening Berwick.
Mark Collier is adding a new addition to his business. The Dead Media Room will house more than 5,000 VHS tapes for sale.
"It'll be a throwback to an '80s or '90s video store, lots of neon, over 5,000 VHS tapes".
Collier owns WaXPax Records, a record store in Berwick, and when a space opened up, he saw an opportunity.
"The neighbor moved out and I got the other side of the building and knocked a wall down".
There will be VHS tapes for sale, but there is more happening at the Dead Media Room. Collier wants it to be a space for people of all ages to get together.
"There will be lots of activities going on in the Dead Media Room, live bands once a month, movie nights showing vintage movies on VHS, and punk rock paintings".
Collier highlights the need for an all-ages space, creating a comfortable environment for everyone to have fun.
"When we do these events they are all ages. No drinking, so that everyone feels comfortable and we make sure there is no inappropriate activity".
As for the tapes, Collier and his business partner have been searching for VHS tapes all over.
"We have scoured PA, New York, and New Jersey to find the tapes. A good average price will be between $2 to $5, obviously. There will be outliers up to $60 and $70 for some of the rarer tapes, but if you come in with $10 or $15 it will get you through the weekend".
The Dead Media Room will be hosting a special event for the opening, starting at 10:00 a.m. on March 29. The first 50 people will get a free limited edition sticker pack made just for the day and there will be live music at 6:00 p.m.
Collier says they take those extra steps to ensure people have a good time, feel safe, and feel like they are treated well.
"You have to care of the people that take care of you".
The Dead Media Room is located at 230 West Front Street, Berwick.
If you are selling tapes or have any questions you can call their business line at 570-441-6799.
