Decades of Aid: This month, Respect Together marks 50 years of helping sexual abuse survivors
It took a lot of searching before Amanda* found the help she needed as a sexual assault survivor. She finally… Read More
Greater Harrisburg's Community Magazine
Monthly Archives: March 2021
Home Turf: Pollinators thrive when gardeners go native
What if “Mary, Mary, quite contrary” weren’t quite so contrary? What if, instead of being unpredictable and whimsical, Mary cared… Read More
After the Fire: As a homeowner, the worst possible thing happens—so what happens next?
“I’m not sure how to tell you this, but your house is on fire.” Those are the words that Derek… Read More
Unsettling, Resettling: Local refugees, assistance organizations face uncertainty after funding, programs cut; turn to volunteers
Earlier this year, one of the area’s largest refugee resettlement agencies suddenly lost most of its funding. Church World Service… Read More
Stewarding Streams: Volunteers team up with Penn State Extension program to foster watershed health
Around the state of Pennsylvania, more than 1,000 volunteers and volunteers-in-training have one thing on their minds: the health and… Read More
Mindful, Meaningful: During Autism Acceptance Month, advocates promote awareness, support for local families
The Neurodiverse Network’s facility in New Cumberland is stocked with all the toys, books and play equipment that a kid… Read More
Love the Chop: Stuffing is the Italian remedy for dry pork chops
So, have you eaten any pork chops lately? If you are like me, I buy them, try different preparations, and… Read More
Adventure Together: April showers bring riverbank scours and muddy family fun for hours
When my child was younger, he loved to “garden” by hurtling a chubby handful of bird seed into the backyard… Read More
Aging in Place: As folks get older, many are weighing primary bath remodels
Home is more than just a place to live—it’s where we find comfort, make memories, and feel secure. As we… Read More
Kid’s Play: This month, both Open Stage and Gamut showcase young acting talent
In a not-so-quiet rehearsal room in downtown Harrisburg, 13 mighty dwarves stomp their feet in unison, their voices rising in… Read More