State Sen. Patty Kim
It’s the best week of the month: 3rd in the Burg!
We hope you’ll get a chance to stop by some of the local establishments that stay open late tonight.
Plant Family, the Plant Witch, Wake and Bake all have extended hours. Historic Harrisburg, too—it’s opening its doors for “Artistic Expressions,” its (free admission) annual high school art exhibition. And, in honor of Earth Day, the Civic Club of Harrisburg will be open late to run seed planting, painting and artistic workshops.
Once you’re out and about with your friends and neighbors, you’ll need some conversation fodder… maybe chat about what’s been happening in the local news? All our weekly coverage is compiled for you below.
Bob’s Art Blog spotlights local artists in this week’s piece, including acrylic painter Annika Koser and woodworker Kelly Anoka.
City Council appointed a new business administrator, Antonio Megna, on Tuesday, filling a position that has been vacant for months.
Dauphin County commissioners approved a list of annual gaming grants this week, after making additions to and subtractions from the Gaming Advisory Board’s original recommendation list.
Eden Village Harrisburg announced Thursday that the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR) awarded the group $75,000 for its tiny home project planned on S. Front Street.
Harrisburg’s annual Ride of Silence bike ride will take place on May 20 alongside a “ghost bike” display at the state Capitol, to pay tribute to cyclists killed or injured while riding.
Harrisburg-area home prices inched up in March, according to a report by the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors.
Harrisburg-area state and county representatives spoke out against federal government action, following reports that several Bhutanese community members from central Pennsylvania had been detained.
Harrisburg School District received a $6.5 million quote to demolish William Penn; it was presented to school board members Tuesday night.
Historic Harrisburg Association announced on Wednesday it will present the developers of Walnut Street Commons and The Lowengard building with preservation awards next month.
Our food columnist has a delicious asparagus recipe that will help you say ‘hello’ to spring.
Rebuilding Together of Greater Harrisburg is getting ready for its annual “Event Day” on the last Saturday in April, repairing houses in Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry counties for low-income homeowners.
Sara Bozich has compiled the best events of the weekend in her Weekend Roundup, including Glass Blowing at City Island. Check out the full list.
Theatre Harrisburg and the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra will share the stage this spring, performing a concert version of “Follies” by Stephen Sondheim at the Forum Auditorium.
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