Blue & Gray Gala
Oct. 2: Attendees will tour the National Civil War Museum’s galleries while enjoying locally catered food and an extensive collection of artifacts on display during the eighth annual gala. Tickets are $75. Visit nationalcivilwarmuseum.org or call 260-1861.
3rd Annual Power of the Purse
Oct. 2: Enjoy a present-filled purse auction, a cash bar, light appetizers, “Women in Philanthropy” award presentation and “Dream Team” pinning at the Hershey Lodge, 5 to 7:30 p.m. $50/person. Call 236-5040 or visit tfec.org.
Modern Hymn-Writers
Oct. 3: Messiah College welcomes singer/songwriters Keith and Kristyn Getty to present “Hymns for the Christian Life” at 7:30 p.m. in Parmer Hall, located in the Calvin and Janet High Center. Tickets are $20. Call 691-6036 or visit messiah.edu/tickets.
Walking Tour
Oct. 4: Historic Harrisburg hosts “The History and Natural Wonders of Wildwood Park,”a walking tour of Harrisburg’s one-time zoo and recreational park. Meet at Benjamin Olewine Nature Center at 10 a.m. $15 ($10 for HHA members, $5 students). RSVP to cindy@historicharrisburg.com.
Canal Day
Oct. 4: This annual celebration on the square in downtown Newport, Perry County, features arts, crafts, food, vendors, entertainment and more. Author Linda Martin Gilmore will be on hand at the PCCA Gallery from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to sign copies of her two latest works. Visit nrps.pa.net/canalday.html.
HYP 5 Miler for 5 Charities
Oct. 4: Walk, run or jog through scenic downtown Harrisburg while raising money for five local charitable organizations. The race starts and ends on City Island beginning at 8:30 a.m. Visit hyp.org.
21st Annual Wildlife Art Auction
Oct. 4: View the largest collection of Ned Smith prints and works by Pennsylvania wildlife artists at one auction at the Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art, Millersburg, starting at 9 a.m. Visit nedsmithcenter.com.
Junior Board 5th Annual Fall Fest
Oct. 4: The YWCA of Harrisburg’s Junior Board will sponsor this event at Camp Reily, 300 Camp Reily Rd., featuring beer tasting, food and live music, 4 to 7 p.m. Tickets $35. Visit ywcahbg.org/events.
Jazz-Themed Sunday Arts Hour
Oct. 5: Jazz enthusiasts are encouraged to join the PCCA at the Fetter House in Landisburg for free jazz concerts all day, with a special concert by jazz pianist Steve Rudolph and guest vocalist Erin Cruise at 3 p.m. Donations appreciated. Call 567-7023 or visit perrycountyarts.org.
Film and Panel Discussion
Oct. 7: Take part in a film discussion with the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg following a showing of the documentary, “Not My Life” at the Fredricksen Library at 7 p.m. Not recommended for ages under 18.
Night at the Museum
Oct. 8: See live entertainment at the grand opening of the Cammack Tucker Gallery, the world’s largest collection of Tucker automobiles, at the Antique Auto Museum of Hershey, 6 to 10 p.m. Food and cocktails provided. Call 566-7100, ext. 100 for tickets.
State of the City Address
Oct. 8: Hear Harrisburg Mayor Eric Papenfuse review his first year in office and his thoughts going forward at the 2014 State of the City Address, 7:30 to 9 a.m., at the Hilton Harrisburg. $85/person, $60 for Harrisburg Chamber of Commerce members.
Art Pottery Lecture
Oct. 9: Arnie Small, president of American Art Pottery Association, presents “American Art Pottery: History and Heart” at Historic Harrisburg Resource Center, 1230 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg. Free. RSVP to cindy@historicharrisburg.com.
Fall Family Fun Day
Oct. 11: See a live animal presentation from ZooAmerica and an assortment of fall-themed activities throughout the Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art, Millersburg, noon to 4 p.m. $5 for ages 2 and older. $15 family four-pack available. Visit nedsmithcenter.org.
Introduction to Rug Hooking
Oct. 11: Perry County Council of the Arts will offer an introductory rug hooking course for students to learn the basics of rug hooking, from design to completion. $42 per person, $38 for PCCA members. Call 567-7023 or visit perrycountyarts.org.
Second Sunday at the Mansion
Oct. 12: Join the Historical Society of Dauphin County at the Harris-Cameron Mansion for a presentation geared to learning about local history, 1 to 4 p.m. A tour of the mansion will be held at 1 p.m. Call 233-3462, email office@dauphincountyhistory.org or visit dauphincountyhistory.org.
Progressive Jewish Voice
Oct. 12: The Progressive Jewish Voice of Central Pennsylvania is sponsoring a free family event featuring discussions on the formation and activities of the group. An invited speaker will discuss “The Overview of the U.S. Progressive Jewish Movement,” 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Harrisburg. 3301 N. Front St.
BHA’S Silver Celebration
Oct. 14: Celebrate The Brethren Housing Association’s 25 years of service with an hors d’oeuvres reception, a silent and live auction, and personal testimonies from those at BHA, concluding with a dessert social at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey at 6 p.m. Doors at 5:30 p.m. Email celebrate@bha-pa.org or call 508-7242.
Railway Film Screening
Oct. 14: The National Railway Historical Society will present a 16-mm film by railroad historian Frank Kyper entitled “East Broad Top Narrow Gauge Railroad Scenes: 1954-1956 & 1960,” at Hoss’s restaurant in Enola. Meal available as early as 5 p.m. Call 238-2131 or visit harrisburgnrhs.org.
Business Networking Mixer
Oct. 15: Bring your business cards and 30-second elevator speech to the monthly mixer at Juice & Grind, 271 Market St., Lemoyne, 6 to 8 p.m., sponsored by the Central Pennsylvania Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. To register, visit cpglcc.org.
Business After Hours
Oct. 16: Mix and mingle with local business professionals and enjoy food and drinks at this monthly informal networking event at Highmark Blue Shield in Camp Hill, 5 to 7 p.m. Members of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber only. Call 232-4099.
Pumpkin Glow
Oct. 17, 18 and 25: Stroll through Hershey Gardens and see more than 150 carved, illuminated pumpkins and a large display of mums. There will be storytelling and trick-or-treat, and children are encouraged to come in costume, 6 to 8 p.m. Live pumpkin-carving demonstrations included with admission.
Free Classical Music Concert
Oct. 18: The York Symphony Orchestra will kick off its new season and new music director, Lawrence Golan, with this event at the Strand-Capitol in York at 7:30 p.m. First-come, first-served seating. Visit mystrandcapitol.org.
Fort Hunter Fundraiser
Oct. 18: Join the Friends of Fort Hunter for its annual fundraiser featuring an array of themed foods, wine and beer stations throughout the Centennial Barn, 6 to 10 p.m. Invitation only. $125 per person. Call 599-5188, ext. 2116 for invitation.
Fall Book Sale and Collection
Oct. 23, 24, 25: New and gently used books, videos, CDs and other items will be on sale at the East Shore Area Library in Harrisburg. Times vary each day. Donations appreciated. Call 652-9380 or visit dcls.org.
Trunk or Treat
Oct. 25: Visitors 12 and under are invited to decorate their own treat bags and hunt for various “trunk or treat” spots throughout the Antique Auto Museum of Hershey from noon to 3 p.m. Admission is $5. Visit www.aacamuseum.org.
GIS Mapping
Oct. 25: HACC faculty member Nicole Ernst presents “Mapping Harrisburg GIS Workshop” at HACC Midtown, N. 3rd and Reily streets, 10 a.m. to noon. RSVP to cindy@historicharrisburg.com.
Harrisburg Hope Forum
Oct. 27: Harrisburg Hope will host a two-part community forum. A “Mayoral Summit,” featuring mayors of nearby municipalities, begins at 6 p.m. to discuss topics of interest to cities and towns. A 7 p.m. “Governor Forum” follows, highlighting this year’s gubernatorial race. Both events are at HACC, 1 HACC Dr., Harrisburg. Questions from the public encouraged. Visit harrisburghope.com.
Halloween Ghost Tours
Oct. 31: Take a guided, candle-lit tour of the Harris-Cameron Mansion and hear ghost stories of old Harrisburg. The 6 p.m. tour is open to all ages; 7:30 p.m. is recommended for adults only. Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for ages 12 and under. Space is limited. Call 233-3462 for reservations. Visit www.dauphincountyhistory.org.
