Oral History Project
March 1-April 11: See the beautiful Landis family mansion in Newport and experience an interactive art exhibit that details the family’s unique history and their many artifacts. The students of Newport High crafted the “Tangents” exhibit, performing the research and making the event technologically advanced. For more information, visit www.perrycountyarts.com.
Eaken Piano Trio
March 2: Be entertained by the music of the Eaken Piano Trio, composed of violinist John Eaken, pianist Gloria Whitney and cellist Andrew Rammon. The trio will play at the Sunday Arts Hour at 3 p.m. at the Landis House in Newport, Perry County. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.perrycountyarts.org.
Network Mixer
March 4: Meet new customers and make new connections at the monthly evening mixer of the West Shore Chamber of Commerce, held this month at Mission Central in Mechanicsburg. There will be a chance to tour the building and learn about the mission. There is no cost, and there will be prizes and giveaways for some attendees. For more information, visit www.wschamber.com.
Tuscan History, Culture & Cuisine
March 5: Learn about Tuscany, Italy, and its delicious cuisine at this free program. Pamela Yascavage, owner of Tuscany Tours, will lead the discussion based on her personal experience of the region. The program begins at 7 p.m. at the Penn State Hershey Medical Center, 500 University Dr., fifth floor, lecture room C. Refreshments will be served. Visit www.worldcultureclubpa.org.
Art Reception
March 7: Abstract, mixed media sculptures by Harrisburg artist Reina Aguilar Wooden (aka Reina 76 Artist) will be featured at an art reception in the Public Media Center of local public media station, WITF. The wine-and-cheese reception will include a discussion with the artist and a free screening of “The Midwife.” The 5-7 p.m. event is at 4801 Lindle Rd., Harrisburg, and the exhibit runs through April 11. More is at www.witf.org/community/witf-events.
Of Carnivals and Kings
March 7: Experience a circus-themed exhibit and reception at Metropolis Collective, 17 W. Main St., Mechanicsburg. There will be live music by Buzzchopper, as well as performances, interactive surprises and art for sale. The event is free and donations are welcome. The opening reception will be 6 to 10 p.m., and the exhibit runs through April 25. For more information, visit www.metropoliscollective.com.
West Shore Chamber Foundation Graduation
March 7: Congratulate the 30 graduates of the West Shore Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s 2013-2014 Junior Leadership Central PA class. Eric Morris, internal operations coordinator for Uplifting Athletes, will speak and congratulate the graduates. Event will take place at 7:30 a.m. at the Park Inn by Radisson Harrisburg West. For more information, visit www.wschamber.org.
Annual Meeting & Dinner
March 8: Join the Central Pennsylvania Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce for its annual meeting and dinner at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel. Member registration costs $100 and non-member registration is $125. For more information, visit www.cpglcc.org.
Commercial Acting Workshop
March 9: All skill levels of acting are welcome at this workshop for kids. New York casting director Allison Franck of Liz Lewis Casting Partners will help children learn the techniques for on-screen acting and auditioning. The workshop is open for children ages 7 to 16 and will be held at the Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg, 1 to 5 p.m. To register, call Andrew Weikert at 717-236-9555. For more information, visit www.aclassacctny.com.
Affordable Healthcare Act Impact
March 9: Dr. George Beauregard, senior vice president and chief clinical officer of PinnacleHealth System, will discuss the Affordable Healthcare Act’s impact on medical professionals at the Harrisburg Jewish Community Center. The 1 p.m. program costs $25 for general admission, $20 for Maimonides Society members and $10 for medical students. Price includes lunch and one continuing educational credit. For more information, visit www.jewishharrisburg.org.
Second Sunday at the Mansion
March 9: Learn about the Civil War Hallowed Ground Project and website at this talk by Matthew Pinker, professor of Dickinson College. Tours of the Harris-Cameron Mansion in Harrisburg begin at 1 p.m., and the talk starts at 2:30 p.m. The event is free for members of the Historical Society of Dauphin County, and a donation of $5 is requested of non-members. For more, visit www.dauphincountyhistory.org.
Streetcar Lecture
March 11: Bruce P. Wells, former director of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, will give an illustrated talk entitled “Streetcar Rescue and Restoration” to the Harrisburg Chapter, National Railway Historical Society. The event takes place at Hoss’s Restaurant, 743 Wertzville Rd., Enola. Business meeting and speaker begin at 7 p.m., with dinner available as early as 5 p.m. Dinner and meeting are open to the public. For more information, contact Sloan Auchincloss at 717-238-2131 or sloan@auchincloss.com.
Together in Song
March 13: Hear music from varying cultures, including West African, aboriginal, Australian, South African and Native American. Maggie Wheeler and Emile Hassan Dyer also will lead a music workshop for adults. The workshop, 5 to 7 p.m., costs $20. A concert and community sing follows at 7:30 p.m. and costs $10. Event takes place at Chisuk Emuna Synagogue in Harrisburg. Proceeds benefit the REMember Foundation. For more information, visit www.rememberfund.org.
Celebrate the Irish
March 15: Celebrate the ancestry of the Irish with Irish dancers and a bagpipe serenade while you dine and participate in silent and live auctions to support Harrisburg Catholic Elementary School. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. and last until midnight at the West Shore Country Club. Tickets are $100 per person. For more information, visit www.hbgcathelem.org.
A Celtic Concert with Seasons
March 18: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with music that embodies the spirit of the holiday. With harps, mandolin and pennywhistle, this trio of siblings will provide entertainment as refreshments are offered. Event starts at 7 p.m. at Fredricksen Library in Camp Hill. For more information, visit www.fredricksenlibrary.org.
Legislative Breakfast
March 18: Join members of the Pennsylvania Senate from Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry counties for breakfast at the Hilton Harrisburg. Senate members will discuss issues that affect the business community. The Legislative Forum Breakfast will be 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. The cost to attend is $35 for West Shore Chamber of Commerce members and $40 for non-members. For more information, visit www.wschamber.org.
Bees, Bugs and Blooms
March 20: Connie Schmotzer will discuss issues, such as pesticides, degraded nesting habitat, disease and lack of floral resources, which are endangering pollinating insects. Refreshments will start at 7 p.m. with the talk to follow at 7:30 p.m. at Christ Presbyterian Church, 421 Deerfield Rd., Camp Hill. For more information, visit www.appalachianaudubon.org.
Genealogy Workshop
March 22: Foster your interest in genealogy by attending a workshop with Kathy Hale of the State Library of Pennsylvania at the Historical Society of Society of Dauphin County in Harrisburg. The workshop is for beginning genealogists and will be from 10 a.m. to noon. The fee is $15 per person and $10 for members of the Historical Society. Reservations are recommended. For more information, visit www.dauphincountyhistory.org.
Drop In and Discover
March 26: Get a taste of the programs of the Madeline L. Olewine Memorial Library in Uptown Harrisburg by dropping in at 4 p.m. There will be a chance to sample stories, crafts and activities or explore art, math and science. There is no registration required. For more information, visit www.dcls.org.
Spring Stamp Show
March. 26: Introduce yourself to stamp collecting with the Capital City Philatelic Society. The show will feature a 15-dealer bourse, free admission and free parking. Dealers will be present to aid in the buying and selling of stamps, postcards and other supplies. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Susquehanna High School. For more information, contact Linn Kinney at 717-732-7813.
Foreign Film Friday
March 28: The Fredricksen Library in Camp Hill invites you to experience “Shun Li and the Poet,” an Italian film that underscores the beauty of friendship. No registration is necessary, though it is not recommended for those under 17 without parental permission. For more information, visit www.fredricksenlibrary.org.
Guns of 1864
March 29: Explore the evolution of weaponry during the Civil War in this lecture by author and firearms expert Joseph G. Bilby. The presentation will cover weapons used from 1863 to 1864, offering information on their usage and innovations. The lecture will be held 1 to 2 p.m. in the Education Gallery of the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg. For more, visit www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org.
