As in Life, As in School: A new book details the promise, the practice of democratic education.
“Let’s make schools look like the world.” So stated Jim Rietmulder as we sat down to talk about his new… Read More
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Monthly Archives: March 2021
Youth in Gear: New cycling league gains momentum across PA.
The number of American kids riding bicycles dropped precipitously between 2000 and 2010. Alarms sounded within many circles, resulting in… Read More
Quarter Century of Care: Community Check-Up Center has offered South Harrisburg medical care for 25 years.
Twenty-five years ago, four mothers with kids in Head Start realized how difficult it was get quality, accessible healthcare for… Read More
STEAM Ahead: Through a camp this summer, Harrisburg students eye their futures.
Johntrae Williams remembers the feeling he got watching Beyoncé’s “Homecoming” Coachella performance on Netflix. The loud marching bands, the dancers,… Read More
That ’70s Dish: Bring back the quiche (but hold the lava lamp).
Sometimes, when I reminisce about the ‘70s, I do so with horror. Did I really have a pair of purple… Read More
Technically Speaking: Vocational education makes students job-ready, often debt-free.
“The world needs people who can do things.” So said David Wright, principal of Dauphin County Technical School. Wright bristles… Read More
Thrill of the Show: Harrisburg Sketchers make their debut as exhibiting artists.
Creating art is fulfilling. Showing one’s art is more fulfilling still. The Harrisburg Sketchers are about to discover the thrill… Read More
Musical Notes: Hot Town
As much as we want to enjoy the warmth and sunshine forever, summer eventually has to come to an end.… Read More
Community Corner: Notable August Events
August Community Corner Friday Social Aug. 2: Harrisburg Young Professionals will host its First Friday Social on the Pride of… Read More
The “Future” of Wine: Wine is for enjoying–and now also for speculating.
Of all the world’s wine regions, Bordeaux may be the most intriguing—and perhaps the most confusing. Located in southwest France… Read More