Cars & Christmas Celebration
Jan. 1–Jan. 15: The galleries of the Antique Automobile Club of America Museum are transformed into a wintery wonderland featuring Christmas trees and a variety of themed special exhibits for the holiday season. Special exhibits include a display of snowmobiles, sleds and sleighs and “Sammy The Snow Plow.” Standard admission prices apply. For more information on special exhibits and ticket pricing, visit aacamuseum.org.
Penguin Plunge
Jan. 1: Welcome the New Year by getting your feet wet in the Susquehanna River with hundreds of other supporters of the Humane Society of Harrisburg. The event begins at 10 a.m. on City Island Beach in Harrisburg with the actual plunge at noon. An after-party follows at Flinchy’s in Camp Hill. For more information, visit www.humanesocietyhbg.org.
Craft Beer & Bacon Bash
Jan. 4: FedLive in downtown Harrisburg is the site for the Craft Beer & Bacon Bash, featuring tasty pairings of bacon-inspired cuisine with craft beer from area breweries. Doors open at 3 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. For more, visit www.federaltaphousehbg.com.
Movement Center Open House
Jan. 9: Get those jitters out at The Movement Center as it hosts an open house. Take part in hands-on demonstrations and explore the various programs offered by the center, as well as refreshments and good conversation. The open house, at 2134 N. 2nd St., Harrisburg, begins at 9 a.m. and will conclude around 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.themovementcenter.net.
Detox Retox
Jan. 11: From noon to 3:30 p.m., practice your best mountain pose with a pint in hand as the Federal Taphouse in downtown Harrisburg presents the unique combination of yoga and beer. Tickets are $27 in advance and $30 at the door. For more information, visit www.federaltaphousehbg.com.
Bollywood-Bhangra
Jan. 12, 19, 26: Learn Bollywood dancing from the best as Sujata Goel, yoga instructor, dancer and choreographer with more than 10 years experience, introduces the basic elements of the Bollywood-Bhangra dance. The three sessions will be held at The Movement Center, 2134 N. 2nd St., Harrisburg, at 5:45 p.m. General admission for the three sessions is $25, $20 for Susquehanna Folk Music Society members. For more information, visit www.sfmsfolk.org.
Second Sunday at the Mansion
Jan. 12: Enjoy a lecture by Wayne Motts, executive officer of the National Civil War Museum, as he speaks about the treasures that the museum offers. The talk begins at 2:30 p.m. in the Harris-Cameron Mansion, 219 S. Front St., Harrisburg. A tour of the mansion will be offered after the lecture. Admission is free, but a donation of $5 is recommended. For more, visit www.dauphincountyhistory.org.
Fredricksen Library Book Discussion
Jan. 14: Sit beside avid book lovers for the monthly “Reads” discussion at Fredricksen Library in Camp Hill. This month’s book is “The Piano Shop on The Left Bank” by Thad Carhart. Event starts at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.fredricksenlibrary.org.
Legislators’ Forum & Breakfast
Jan. 14: The West Shore Chamber of Commerce, in cooperation with Harrisburg Regional Chamber and CREDC, will host a forum breakfast that gives attendees the opportunity to hear directly from Pennsylvania House representatives. The breakfast runs 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg. Attendance is $35 for members, $40 for non-members. To register and for more information, visit www.wschamber.org.
Breeders Sale of Morgan Horses
Jan. 14: Thousands of horse lovers will meet up at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg to view, purchase and sell horses. This year, the event will coincide with the Pennsylvania Draft Horse and Driving Sale. For more details, breeder and seller information and tentative schedule, visit www.morganhorseauction.com.
Peregrine Falcons Program
Jan. 14: Art McMorris, coordinator of the Peregrine Recovery and Management Program of the PA Game Commission, discusses the natural history of peregrine falcons, the population history in North America and re-introduction and management efforts. The free program begins at 7 p.m. at the Olewine Nature Center at Wildwood Park. More information at www.wildwoodlake.org.
Autumnal Vernal Ponds
Jan. 16: Observe and learn as the Appalachian Audubon Society sponsors a program charting a full year’s activity at an autumnal vernal pool on nearby South Mountain. Dickinson College instructor Gene Wingert will present the program at Christ Presbyterian Church, 421 Deerfield Rd., Camp Hill. Refreshments and time to socialize begin at 7 p.m., followed by the program. For more details and events, visit www.appalachianaudubon.org.
Juniata County Winter Birding
Jan. 18: Join the Appalachian Audubon Society in search of short-eared owls, Lapland longspurs, pine siskins and other winter birds on a field trip to Juniata County. For more information about the trip, contact Aden Troyer at 463-3117 or Chad Kauffman at chadkauffman@earthlink.net. For more details and events, visit www.appalachianaudubon.org.
Squash Hunger
Jan. 19: Farmers from across the state come together to donate excess produce to be made into delicious soup for those in need. The event is organized by the Greenhouse, a community organization dedicated to saving and sharing healthy food, and LEAF PA, which teaches youth about leadership education and farming. Stop by Mechanicsburg Presbyterian Church during the day to lend a hand in sorting and preparing the bountiful meal. For more information, visit the Squash Hunger event page or Greenhouse on Facebook.
Capital Region Council of Governments Annual Meeting
Jan 20: Hosted by the West Shore Chamber of Commerce, this year’s annual meeting and dinner will include keynote speaker Bradley Mallory, as well as the opportunity for attendees to network with local area officials. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by a dinner at 6:30 p.m. Cost to attend is $40. To register and for more information, visit www.wschamber.org.
New Member Luncheon
Jan. 23: Connect with a diverse group of business owners from around the Harrisburg area through the Harrisburg Regional Chamber and CREDC. The new member luncheon will begin 11:30 a.m. at the Chamber building, 3211 N. Front St., Harrisburg, and end around 1 p.m. For more, visit www.harrisburgregionalchamber.org.
Harrisburg Symphony Society Fashion Show
Jan. 23: A brand new spring collection by designer Mi Jong Lee will be featured at the New York-style runway show at the Hilton Harrisburg. Tickets are $100 per person and include an open bar and luncheon. Proceeds benefit the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra. For more information, visit www.harrisburgsymphonysociety.org/Emmelle.
Pennsylvania Auto Show
Jan. 23-26: Motor Trend Auto Shows Co., the nation’s largest auto show production company, will showcase hundreds of new-model cars, trucks, sport vehicles and many more at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg. Hours of the show will be 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the following days. Admission is $9 per person. Children and senior discounts are available. For more information, visit www.motortrendautoshows.com.
Foreign Film Friday at Fredricksen
Jan. 24: Fredricksen Library in Camp Hill is showing “From France,” the winner of the Grand Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival and a Golden Globe nominee. Screenings will be 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.fredricksenlibrary.org.
“Beyond the Footlights”
Jan. 25: Enjoy a program rich with cabaret performances highlighting the Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards nominees and recipients. The evening will also include a silent auction. All proceeds support the Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards. The show begins at 6:30 p.m., and admission is $75 (includes appetizers, dinner, dessert and program) or $10 (includes dessert and program). For more information, visit www.hersheytheatre.com.
Smallmouths & the Susquehanna
Jan. 28: Geoffrey Smith, fisheries biologist for the PA Fish and Boat Commission, will discuss the latest information on smallmouth bass and the Susquehanna River. Event begins at 7 p.m. at the Olewine Nature Center at Wildwood Park in Harrisburg. More information is at www.wildwoodlake.org.
Nature Book Pre-Sale
Jan. 30: Wildwood Park in Harrisburg will host a preview to its annual Used Nature Book Sale, 5 to 7 p.m. The pre-sale is for Friends of Wildwood members only, but memberships will be available on site during the event, held downstairs in the nature center. For more information and membership opportunities, visit www.wildwoodlake.org.
