November Community Corner
Leads Over Lunch
Nov. 3: Mix and mingle with business leaders at this free lunch hosted by Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC, at AACA Museum, 161 Museum Dr., Hershey, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, visit harrisburgregionalchamber.org.
Religion and Pop Culture
Nov. 3: Gregory Alan Thornbury, president of The King’s College, will address the topic “Kanye’s Temple: The Hyper-Religiosity of Pop Culture” at 7:30 p.m. in Parmer Hall, in the Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts at Messiah College. Admission is free, but a ticket is required. For tickets, call 717-691-6036 or visit messiah.edu/tickets.
Economic Forecast Luncheon
Nov. 4: The West Shore Chamber and People’s Bank will host the Economic Forecast Luncheon, an annual event featuring an economic expert to share insights on the previous year and predict trends for the upcoming year. The event takes place at the Radisson Hotel Harrisburg in Camp Hill. Cost is $35 for members and $45 for nonmembers. For more, visit westshorepacoc.com.
Art Lecture
Nov. 5: The Susquehanna Art Museum and Southeastern Pennsylvania Section of the American Chemical Society present “Scientific Analysis of Triumph of David,” a lecture by Dr. Anthony Lagalante about the restoration of Villanova University’s 17th century masterpiece, 7 p.m. at the museum. Advance tickets are $5; space permitting, tickets will be $8 at the door. Visit sqart.org for more information.
Friends of Wildwood Meeting
Nov. 5: Friends of Wildwood holds its annual meeting, which will review the past year’s activities then present “Herons in the Hood” with guest speaker Pam Parson. The event, which is open to the public, takes place at 6 p.m. at the Olewine Nature Center. More information is at wildwoodlake.org.
Biocontrols School
Nov. 5-6: Penn State Extension Cumberland County will host its third annual BioControls School at Lancaster Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd., Lancaster, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The program is designed to help organic and conventional farmers build expertise in effective biological control of insects, mites and diseases. The cost is $145 per person until Nov. 3, after which the cost is $175. Registration for single days is also available at $95. For additional information and to register online, visit extension.psu.edu/vegetable-fruit/events.
Dedication and Dinner
Nov. 6: Cedar Cliff High School JROTC, Camp Hill, will host a Heroes’ Landing, honoring Cedar Cliff graduates who died in the armed forces, at 2 p.m. at the Cedar Cliff High School Auditorium. The 5th Annual Veterans Day Spaghetti Dinner will follow from 4:45 to 6:45 p.m. Veterans are free and guests are $7. For more information, call 717-737-8654, extension 223.
Market Square Concert
Nov. 7: Pianist and composer Michael Brown and cellist Nickolas Canellakis will perform “Sonata for Cello and Piano” by Rachmaninoff and compositions by Mendelssohn, Schumann and Janáček at Market Square Presbyterian Church, 20 S. 2nd St., Harrisburg, 8 p.m. For tickets, visit marketsquareconcerts.org or call 717-214-ARTS or 717-221-9599. Remaining tickets available at the door.
Self-Directed Education
Nov. 8: The Circle School will host a free multi-media presentation and panel discussion from 2 to 4 p.m. to introduce children, teenagers, parents and educators to self-directed education. Refreshments will be served and limited childcare is available. Event takes place at the school, 210 Oakleigh Ave., Harrisburg. Visit CircleSchool.org or call 717-564-6700 to register.
Second Sunday at the Mansion
Nov. 8: The Historical Society of Dauphin County will host a presentation on Simon Cameron by the Rev. Robert Lescallette, 2:30 p.m. A suggested donation of $5 is requested. Admission is free for members of the Historical Society. A guided tour of the Harris-Cameron Mansion will be offered at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Free parking is available. For more information, call Nicole McMullen Smith at 717-233-3462.
Young People and Politics
Nov. 9: Pennsylvania Women’s Forum presents “Why Young People Pass on Politics and How to Engage Them,” a conversation with Jennifer Lawless, Ph.D., at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, Harrisburg, 12 to 1 p.m. Admission is $15; students are $10. Register at pawomensforum.org.
Narrow Gauge Railway Presentation
Nov. 10: Harrisburg Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society will host Trains Magazine correspondent Wayne Laepple, who will discuss and present photos of the 2-foot gauge Wiscasset Waterville & Farmington Railway Museum, one of Maine’s legendary “two-footers” at Hoss’s Restaurant, 743 Wertzville Rd., Enola. Business meeting and speaker begin at 7 p.m., with a meal available as early as 5 p.m. For more information, contact Sloan Auchincloss at 717-238-2131.
2015 Business Expo
Nov. 12: The Harrisburg Regional Chamber and CREDC will host the 29th annual Business Expo at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, 2300 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your business card for free admission; without a business card, admission is $5. Visit www.harrisburgregionalchamber.org for more information.
Foreign Film Friday
Nov. 13: Join Fredricksen Library for “The Attack,” a film about an Israeli-Palestinian surgeon, fully assimilated into Tel Aviv society, whose life turns upside down after a suicide bombing in a restaurant leaves 19 dead. Two showings are scheduled for 2 and 7 p.m. Rated R. Visit fredricksenlibrary.org.
The King’s Singers
Nov. 13-14:Lebanon Valley College will host The King’s Singers, one of the world’s premier all-male a cappella groups, for a two-day campus residency.The residency includes a free concert on Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in Lutz Hall of Blair Music Center, two workshops on Nov. 14 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., and a group sing-along at 3:20 p.m. For more information, visit www.lvc.edu.
Volunteer Work Day
Nov. 14: Help beautify Wildwood Park by volunteering for a few hours. Meet at the Nature Center starting at 10 a.m. Snacks, tools and gloves provided. Visit wildwoodlake.org.
FAB 2015
Nov. 14: LGBT Center of Central PA hosts its annual Fall Achievement Benefit, which is a principal fundraiser for the center. The black-tie optional evening features a silent auction, a cocktail hour, awards and more at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Place, 25 S. Queen St., Lancaster. For more information, visit fab.centralpalgbtcenter.org.
Cartoon Presentation
Nov. 15: The Harrisburg Jewish Film Festival will host “Very Semi-Serious,” a documentary about the cartoons and cartoonists of The New Yorker magazine, with guest speaker Mort Gerberg, at the Jewish Community Center, 3301 N. Front St., Harrisburg, 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door. For more information, visit www.hbgjff.com.
Business Networking Mixer
Nov. 17: Join the Central Pennsylvania Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce for a business networking mixer with Harrisburg Gay Men’s Chorus and Central Pennsylvania Womyn’s Chorus at the Krevsky Center, Theatre Harrisburg, 513 Hurlock St., 6 to 8 p.m. Visit cpglcc.org for more information.
Evening Mixer
Nov. 18: The West Shore Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly evening mixer at Creative Elegance Boutique, 2129 Market St., Camp Hill. The event runs 5 to 7 p.m. Visit westshorepacoc.com for more information.
Business After Hours
Nov. 19: Mingle with business professionals at this free networking event sponsored by the Harrisburg Regional Chamber and CREDC. This month, the event takes place at Members 1st Federal Credit Union, 5000 Louise Dr., Mechanicsburg, 5 to 7 p.m. Visit harrisburgregionalchamber.org.
3rd in The Burg
Nov. 20: Enjoy the best of Harrisburg during 3rd in the Burg, the monthly arts and culture event at galleries, restaurants and art spaces throughout downtown and Midtown. Check out all the action at thirdintheburg.org.
Local Lunch
Nov. 21: Join Friends of Midtown at their monthly community lunch, which will be held at the Midtown Tavern, 1101 N. 2nd St., Harrisburg, 12 to 2 p.m. Contact business@friendsofmidtown.org or visit friendsofmidtown.org.
Holiday Parade
Nov. 21: “Childhood Memories” is the theme of this year’s holiday parade in Harrisburg, with the Red Land Little League Baseball team serving as grand marshal. The parade steps off at noon from City Island and winds through downtown. More information is at harrisburgpa.gov.
Wildlife Tree Ornaments
Nov. 21: Penn State Master Gardeners in Cumberland County will host a “Wildlife Tree Ornaments” workshop for youth at the Cumberland County Extension office, 310 Allen Rd., Carlisle, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Workshop fee is $5 per child. Call 717-240-6500 to register and pay ahead of time or register and pay at the door on the day of the event. Visit extension.psu.edu/cumberland.
Holiday Market
Nov. 21: Shop at the HBG Flea holiday market for gifts by local artists, artisans and vintage collectors in the Capital Ballroom@HMAC, 1110 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit hbgflea.com for more information.
Art Auction
Nov. 21: Support the cause of art and arts education in Harrisburg at an auction to benefit Sprocket MuralWorks, CASA & Jump Street. Both silent and public art auctions will be held, 5 to 8 p.m., at The Millworks, 340 Verbeke St., with all funds going to the three groups. More information is at millworksharrisburg.com.
Silent Auction
Nov. 21: Join Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, for its annual silent auction, 1 to 4 p.m. Items up for bid include books, children’s items, gift certificates, artwork, travel and restaurant gift cards. More at fredricksenlibrary.org.
American Foreign Policy
Nov. 23: Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State William J. Burns will speak on “American Foreign Policy in the 21st Century” at the West Shore Country Club in Camp Hill. Hosted by the Foreign Policy Association of Harrisburg, this event includes a reception at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $35; reservations deadline is Nov. 9. Visit fpa-harrisburg.org.
Small Biz Saturday
Nov. 28: Celebrate Harrisburg’s local businesses on Small Business Saturday with a trip to the Broad Street Market. Friends of Midtown will have for sale its new 2016 Shop Midtown Coupon Book, full of bargains from local businesses, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, visit the Friends of Midtown Facebook page or friendsofmidtown.org.
Odd Ones
Nov. 28: The Odd Ones Bizarre returns for its 10th year, offering fun, funky and handcrafted items for the holiday season. Dozens of crafters and creators will sell their wares at The Millworks, 340 Verbeke St., Harrisburg, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit the Facebook page: Odd Ones Holiday Bizarre.
