Tee Off FORE Children’s Cancer
June 2: The Children’s Cancer Recovery Foundation’s charity golf outing returns this year to The Country Club of Harrisburg, 401 Fishing Creek Valley Rd., Harrisburg. Registration is required and begins at noon. Activities start at 1 p.m. and include an 18-hole outing followed by an awards dinner at 6 p.m. Foursomes are $400 and individual golfers are $100. For more information or to register, visit golf.childrenscancerrecovery.org.
Leads Over Lunch
June 3: The Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC will hold its monthly lunchtime networking event, with a chance to mix and mingle with the regional business community. The event takes place 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hershey Center for Applied Research, 1214 Research Blvd., Hummelstown. The event is free. Registration is required. For more, visit www.harrisburgregionalchamber.org.
Appalachian Trail Banquet
June 6: The Allenberry Resort in Boiling Springs will host the Appalachian Trail Hall of Fame Banquet, conducted by the Appalachian Trail Museum. There will be musical entertainment, a book signing and a speaker. The events begin at 6 p.m. The cost for the reception and dinner is $30 for members and $40 for others. For more information, visit www.atmbanquet2014.eventbrite.com.
Glow Run
June 7: Grab a glow stick and help make Harrisburg brighter. The 5K will raise money to replace lights along Front Street. It begins at 8:30 p.m. in Riverfront Park, with an after-party at Sawyer’s Cantina, 210 N. 2nd St. Pre-registration is $25 for adults and $10 for children under 14. Day-of registration is $28 for adults and $15 for children. For more information and to register, sponsor or donate, visit https://historicharrisburg.com.
Launch Party
June 7: Local Magazine will hold a launch party for its new issue, which focuses on stories from Harrisburg and includes an interview with former Mayor Steve Reed. The party begins at 8 p.m. at Der Maennerchor, 221 North St., Harrisburg. Cover is $10 and includes food, music, contributor readings and video shorts. For more information, visit https://localmag.us
Spring Fling
June 7: The Museum of Bus Transportation will hold a Spring Fling during which visitors can view the largest collection of antique buses in the United States, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Displays will be located in the Antique Auto Museum in Hershey with a shuttle bus available to the Museum of Bus Transportation. The cost is $5. More information is at www.aacamuseum.org.
Tour de Belt
June 8: The ride around the Capital Area Greenbelt returns for a twelfth year, kicking off at 10 a.m. at the main HACC campus in Harrisburg. The 20-mile bike trip raises money for the Capital Area Greenbelt Association, which helps maintain the trail. Register online at www.caga.org or in person on the day of the event.
Fund Raising Gala
June 8: The Civic Club of Harrisburg will host its second fund-raising gala for the restoration of the “Outlook” building at 612 N. Front St., Harrisburg. All proceeds go to the mansion’s restoration. The gala begins at 5:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.civicclubofharrisburg.com.
History Day Presentations
June 8: Students will present their History Day projects to mark National History Day at the Harris-Cameron Mansion, 219 S. Front St., Harrisburg. Tours of the mansion will begin at 1 p.m., followed by the event at 2:30 p.m. A $5 donation is suggested. This event is free for members of the Historical Society of Dauphin County. For more information, visit www.dauphincountyhistory.org.
School Introduction
June 9: The Circle School of Harrisburg will host a video presentation and program to introduce parents, children and teenagers to student-directed education. Refreshments will be served and limited childcare is available. The program begins 6:30 p.m. at the school, 210 Oakleigh Ave., Harrisburg. Registration is free at www.circleschool.org or by calling 717-564-6700.
Discovery Programs
June 9: Register your child for a five-week session that begins this week. Topics range from math, science, and art to healthy eating. Discovery programs are free and advance registration is required, with registration beginning May 27 and ending July 23. For more information, visit www.dcls.org or call your local library.
Afternoon Networking Mixer
June 12: Make connections with the PA Landscape Group at PA Landscape Group Inc., 920 Limekiln Rd, New Cumberland. There will be an opportunity to enjoy the latest in outdoor living and the display garden. The event is free to attend and begins at 11:30 a.m. For more information, visit www.wschamber.org.
Baltimore Steel Orchestra
June 12: Baltimore’s official steel drum band kicks off the 2014 Summer Concerts on the Lawn at the Fredricksen Library at 7 p.m. This is an all-ages event. For more information, visit www.fredricksenlibrary.org.
The Elegance and Ascent at Hershey
June 13-15: This weekend-long event includes The Grand Ascent, a challenging automobile hill climb; the Elegance Challenge, a timed 5K; and the Elegance at Hershey, a judged event featuring some of the world’s rarest vehicles. For registration and more information, visit www.aacamuseum.org.
Volunteer Work Day
June 14: Take an opportunity to work outdoors while helping the mission of Wildwood Park. Meet at the Nature Center at 10 a.m. No registration is required but call 717-221-0292 if bringing a group of six or more. More information is available at www.wildwoodlake.org.
The Journey of a Victim
June 14: Run a 5k that will help provide support to crime victims, witnesses and others at City Island, Harrisburg. Registration begins at 7 a.m. at a cost of $30. All ages are welcome and the run begins at 8 a.m. For more information, visit www.victimwitness.org.
Knit in Public Day
June 14: Bring a blanket or lawn chair and your latest knitting project to knit on the lawn at the Fredricksen Library, 1 to 4 p.m. An experienced knitter will be on hand to help and answer questions. This is a free event. For more information, visit www.fredricksenlibrary.org.
Music & Wine Festival
June 14-15: Listen to music of national and local artists and sip local wines at the annual Dauphin County Music & Wine Festival in Fort Hunter Park. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the gate, good for both days. Remember to bring a lawn chair or blanket. For more information, visit www.forthunter.org.
Day Out with Thomas
June 14-22; Sep. 13-21: Thomas the Tank Engine from the “Thomas & Friends” series is coming to Strasburg Rail Road, 301 Gap Rd., Ronks. Families can ride with Thomas and take part in various Thomas-themed activities. Tickets are $21 for ages two and up. For more information and directions, visit www.strasburgrailroad.com or call 866-725-9666.
Summer Soirees
June 14, 21: The first of five summer garden parties will be held to raise funds for the Art Association of Harrisburg programs. The Shipoke Soiree will be held June 14, 5 to 8 p.m., hosted by Melissa and Michael Snyder. The Italian Lake Soiree will take place June 21, 5to 8 p.m., at the home of Wendell and Brenda Hoover. For more information, visit www.artassocofhbg.com.
Business After Hours
June 19: Join the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC and David’s Furniture & Interiors at the June Business After Hours to mingle with other local business professionals. This event is free. Registration is required. For more information, visit www.harrisburgregionalchamber.org.
3rd in The Burg
June 20: Enjoy a night out on the town during Harrisburg’s monthly arts event, held each third Friday. Walk among numerous galleries, art spaces, restaurants and music venues—or hop the Sutliff shuttle for a free ride. Check the back cover of TheBurg for a list of venues and times or visit www.thirdintheburg.org.
Museum Car Show
June 21: A car show will be held, open to all makes, models and years of cars. The event will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Mustang and will have raffle prizes, live entertainment and more. Advance registration is $10 or $15 the day of the show. For registration and more information, visit www.aacamuseum.org.
Classics at the Mansion
June 22: Listen to classical music and view classic cars at Fort Hunter Mansion, Harrisburg. While visiting the gardens, enjoy the strains of classical guitarist Steve Jewette and view vintage Rolls Royce cars. More information is at www.forthunter.org.
Evening Network Mixer
June 24: Holy Spirit Hospital will host a networking event at the Holy Spirit Health System Auditorium, 503 N. 21st St, Camp Hill. The mixer is an opportunity to build business relationships in a fun atmosphere. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. and is free to attend. For more information, visit www.wschamber.org.
Celebrate Diversity Reception
June 25: The Rose Garden at the Rose Lehrman Arts Center at HACC will host an evening of networking that brings together diverse organizations from across the region. There is no charge to attend, but pre-registration is required. For more information, visit www.harrisburgregionalchamber.org.
FolkLife Festival Bus Trip
June 28: A bus trip to Washington, D.C., will take place for the annual Smithsonian FolkLife Festival. This year’s festival focuses on China and Kenya. The bus departs from the Camp Hill Radisson at 8:30 a.m. and returns 9:30 p.m. For more information visit www.fredricksenlibrary.org.
