Get That Job
April 1-29: Attend Get that Job! workshops virtually or in-person at Fredericksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, on Fridays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Learn how to present your best self with a strong resume, concise cover letter, targeted interview, good communication and more. www.fredricksenlibrary.org
HBG Flea
April 2: Shop the HBG Flea for local art, vintage treasures, curated curios and unique gifts, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Strawberry Square, Harrisburg. The mission of the HBG Flea is to create a platform for growth in the community by bringing artists, small businesses and patrons together. www.hbgflea.com
Book Release
April 2: Maria V. Snyder celebrates the release of “Up to the Challenge,” a collection of short speculative fiction at Cupboard Maker Books, 157 N. Enola Rd., Enola, 1 to 3 p.m. www.cupboardmaker.com
Book Sales
April 2, 16: Friends of the New Cumberland Public Library, 1 Benjamin Plaza, will hold pre-owned book sales on first and third Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in Foundation House, across from the library. Shop for books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles, records, tote bags, notecards and more. www.cumberlandcountylibraries.org
Maple Sugar Fest
April 3: Learn the mysteries of making maple syrup, Native American sugar making, tree tapping and children’s activities at the Maple Sugar Festival at Fort Hunter, 5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg, 12 to 4 p.m. Taste test different types of maple syrup and shop a variety of maple products. www.forthunter.org
Art in the Wild
April 3: Meet Art in the Wild artists as they put the finishing touches on their installations for Wildwood Park’s annual outdoor art exhibit, with a theme of “Sunlight and Shadows.” Take a self-guided, 3-mile trail walk to meet the artists and observe the process of creating outdoor art, 1 to 3 p.m. www.wildwoodlake.org
Stand Against Racism
April 4-May 2: YWCA Greater Harrisburg hosts “Stand Against Racism Challenge: A Virtual Community of Growth,” April 4 to May 2, in which participants can engage with curated articles, podcasts, videos, activities and more on the Challenge website or app. The annual Race Against Racism 5k run/walk will be held on May 14. www.ywcacarlisle.org
Kids Discover
April 5, 15: Young explorers ages 5 to 10 are invited to Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, for the “Kids Discover” series. Participants can discover signs of life in vernal pools (thawing ground filled with water), on April 5, 2 to 4 p.m. On April 15, 10 to 11:30 a.m., they can search for and examine nests and make their own nest to take home. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Explore! Kids
April 6: Kids in grades 3 to 5 are invited to the State Museum of PA, 300 North St., Harrisburg, to explore industries that helped shape the state, 11:30 a.m. “Explore!” programs are included with general admission, but space is limited. Sign up at the ground floor information desk. www.statemuseumpa.org
Peaceful Poses
April 6, 8: Children ages 3 and older are invited to a yoga adventure with Ann Fields, founder of Peaceful Poses Kids Yoga, at Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill. On April 6 at 7:30 p.m., kids can wind down with PJ Yoga on Zoom, and, on April 8, they have the option to do virtual or in-person yoga at 10 a.m. www.fredricksenlibrary.org
Spring Gardening
April 6, 13: Penn State Extension presents its “Veggie 101-201 Series” at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Join Dauphin County Master Gardeners for an evening workshop virtually or in-person. Cost is $5. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Nature Lab
April 8: State Museum of PA, 300 North St., Harrisburg, hosts a talk with Bert Myers, director of environmental education for the state Department of Environmental Protection, 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Learn about falcon natural history and Pennsylvania’s successful peregrine falcon reintroduction. www.statemuseumpa.org
Film Friday
April 8: Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, will show “Aga” on Film Friday. The Bulgarian film about Aga, Nanook and Sedna are the last members of their ethnic group and live in a yurt on the snow-covered fields in the far north. Showings are at 2 and 7 p.m. www.fredricksenlibrary.org
Guitar Show
April 8-10: Artisan Guitar Show will be held at Best Western Premier and Conference Center, 800 E. Park Dr., Harrisburg. Visit with handcrafted guitar exhibitors, attend master classes and enjoy a concert series. www.artisanguitarshow.com
Craft Sale
April 9: Central Dauphin High School Band Boosters hosts its 30th Annual Craft Sale at 437 Piketown Rd., Harrisburg, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop for handmade items from more than 150 vendors. Parking and admission are free. Proceeds benefit high school band programs. www.cdramband.org
Bunny Trail
April 9: Celebrate spring on the bunny trail throughout the Harsco Science Center at Whitaker Center, 222 Market St., Harrisburg, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The trail includes craft stations, Hershey’s candy stations and photos with the Easter Bunny. Tickets are $5 per person; kids 2 and younger are free. www.whitakercenter.org
Volunteer Day
April 9: Enjoy the outdoors and help with park and habitat enhancement projects at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tools and work gloves provided, and refreshments will be available. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Curious Kids
April 14: State Museum of PA, 300 North St., Harrisburg, invites kids ages 3 to 6 and their families to “Curiosity Kids” at 11:30 a.m. Learn the history of pretzels and why Pennsylvania is the largest producer in America. Test your pretzel twisting skills. www.statemuseumpa.org
Food Rally
April 14: Enjoy fresh, savory foods at the New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally every second Thursday of the month, March to December, 5 to 8 p.m. Grab dinner from area food trucks or New Cumberland restaurants, and cap off the evening with shopping and special promotions at local businesses. www.newcumberlandpa.org
Spring Happy Hour
April 14: YWCA Junior Board will hold its spring happy hour, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Harrisburg Country Club, 401 Fishing Creek Valley Rd. Tickets are $20 in advance. Proceeds benefit YWCA Greater Harrisburg’s Camp Reily Program. www.ywcahbg.org/events
3rd in The Burg
April 15: Explore the best of Harrisburg during 3rd in the Burg, the monthly arts and culture event, where you can visit and enjoy galleries, restaurants and art spaces throughout downtown and Midtown, 6 to 9 p.m. www.thirdintheburg.org
Easter Dinner
April 17: Enjoy a free Easter meal at JFT Recovery and Veterans Support Services, 300 Market St., Lemoyne, 2 to 6 p.m. Side dishes are welcome but not required. www.jft-rvss.org
Plein Air
April 18-27: Artists will paint outdoors on both sides of the Susquehanna River during the 2nd annual River Towns Plein Air event hosted by Marietta Art Alive. Public is invited to observe artists at work. The 10-day painting period culminates in an art exhibit opening on April 29 at 5 p.m. at Marietta Community House Studio 264. www.mariettaartalive.com
Earth Day
April 20: Kids in grades 3 to 5 can learn about reducing, reusing and recycling at the State Museum of PA, 300 North St., Harrisburg, during Explore! Earth Day at 11:30 a.m. www.statemuseumpa.org
Embrace Grace
April 20: Single and Pregnant? Make friends in a judgment-free community of women who want to encourage and support you. Receive a free baby shower too. Event at 7 p.m., Christian Life Assembly, 2645 Lisburn Rd., Camp Hill. Pre-registration required. www.clacamphill.churchcenter.com
Book Sale
April 21-24: Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, will host its Spring Book and Media Sale, April 21 and 22, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., April 23, 1 to 5 p.m., and April 24, 1 to 4 p.m. (bag sale day). www.fredricksenlibrary.org
Fundraising Event
April 22: Vision Resources of Central PA hosts the 22nd Annual Visions of Monte Carlo benefit fundraiser at the Sheraton Harrisburg/Hershey, 4650 Lindle Rd., Harrisburg, for a dinner, auction, raffles, music, dancing, casino-style games and more, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. www.vrocp.org
Taste of the Chamber
April 22: West Shore Chamber of Commerce holds “Soiree by the Beeches,” with live music, dancing and hors d’oeuvres by the water at Allenberry Resort, 1559 Boiling Springs Rd., Boiling Springs, 7 to 10 p.m. Wear your best prom formal attire. www.wschamber.org
Free Spa Night
April 22: Spa night for single moms, with free neck massage, facials, foot soaks, food, coffee and more. Event takes place at Christian Life Assembly, 2645 Lisburn Rd., Camp Hill. Pre-registration required. www.clacamphill.com/events
Litter Cleanup
April 23: You can make Harrisburg a cleaner and safer place to live, work and play by participating in the 10th Annual Great Harrisburg Litter Cleanup. This event leaves a huge impact in a few short hours every year. www.cactricounty.org/ghlc
Wetlands Festival
April 23: Celebrate Wildwood Park’s wetlands with a day of free, fun and educational activities, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy wildlife exhibits, displays and music and talk to representatives from environmental groups. www.wildwoodlake.org
Civil War Presentation
April 23: National Civil War Museum, 1 Lincoln Circle, Harrisburg, offers the next presentation in its “Lessons in History” speaker series, “Slogging to Richmond: Environmental Influences on the Union Failed Peninsula Campaign, 1862,” with Judkin Browning and Timothy Silver, 1 to 2 p.m. www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org
Bag Bingo
April 23: Harrisburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Delta Research and Education Foundation will host “Designer Bag Bingo,” 4 to 7 p.m., at the Scottish Rite Cathedral, 2701 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg. Doors open at 3 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. www.dstharrisburg.org
Flower Walk
April 24: Take a walk at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 1:30 to 3 p.m., to look for early spring flowers such as Dutchman’s breeches, trout lilies, spring beauties and flowering trees. Learn interesting facts about these early spring bloomers. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
State of Arms
April 25: Steven Pifer, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine who studies nuclear arms control, Ukraine, and Russia, will discuss the current situation in Ukraine in a Foreign Policy Association webinar at 7:30 p.m. www.fpaharrisburg.org
Award Ceremony
April 28: Join the Salvation Army Harrisburg in honoring Micah Parsons with the “Celebration of Potential” award at its annual community event at The Hershey Lodge, 325 University Dr., 6:30 p.m. Parsons is a Harrisburg native, Penn State alum, Dallas Cowboys linebacker and Defensive Rookie of the Year. www.pa.salvationarmy.org/harrisburg-pa
Library Benefit
April 29: Elizabethtown Public Library, 10 South Market St., hosts “A Taste of Western Lancaster County,” a celebration of food, beverage, music and fellowship, 4:30 to 9 p.m. Savor samplings from regional restaurants and enjoy wine, beer tastings, and live entertainment by local artists. www.etownpubliclibrary.org
Plant Sale
April 30: Friends of the New Cumberland Public Library, 1 Benjamin Plaza, hosts their annual plant sale at Foundation House, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop for annuals, vegetables, herbs, perennials and more. Susanna Reppert of the Rosemary House will offer a free workshop on growing and using herbs at 10 a.m. www.cumberlandcountylibraries.org
Odd Ones
April 30: Odd Ones Spring Bizarre will be held at The Millworks, 340 Verbeke St., Harrisburg, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shop for unique and handcrafted gifts at this spring alternative arts and crafts event. www.millworksharrisburg.com
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