October Community Corner
Wellness Walks
Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Participate in free, moderately paced wellness walks at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 6 to 7 p.m. Walkers can customize the length of their walk. Comfortable shoes and water are recommended. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Business Day Out
Oct. 3: Volunteer at Business Day Out to help with picking up trash and doing basic landscaping in Allison Hill at 333 S. 13th St., Harrisburg, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. www.wildheartministries.net
Art Tour
Oct. 3-5: The 7th annual Hershey Hummelstown Art Studio Tour will showcase the works of 11 local artists at nine different locations. Free event will feature a pre-tour kickoff on Friday, 5 to 8 p.m. www.hersheyhummelstownarttour.com
Cancer Fundraiser
Oct. 4: Attend the Blue & White Forever Bright fundraiser at Englewood Hershey, 1219 Research Blvd., Hummelstown, with a Penn State vs. UCLA watch party and tailgate dinner. Event is in memory of Diane Crosby. Proceeds benefit the Seena Magowitz Pancreatic Cancer Foundation. www.phhealthcare.org
Homeland Hospice 5K
Oct. 4: Homeland Hospice hosts its 11th annual 5K and Memory Walk to remember loved ones lost and raise funds for those who need care. Event begins at 9 a.m. at the Rossmoyne Business Center, 5000 Ritter Rd., Mechanicsburg. www.homelandhospice.org
Soup Fundraiser
Oct. 4: Wheel of Light Studio and Penbrook UCC, 56 Banks St., Harrisburg, is cohosting a Soup & a Bowl fundraiser to benefit Manna Food Pantry. For a $35 ticket, attendees get soup, bread, drinks, dessert and a pottery bowl made by Wheel of Light Studio. First seating is at 11:30 a.m. and second at 1 p.m. www.wheeloflightstudio.com
Ambient Church
Oct. 4: Enjoy a performance by composer and sound designer Michael Stearns as he revisits works from his Continuum Studio years at Grace United Methodist Church, 216 State St., Harrisburg, 8 to 9:30 p.m. The performance features architecturally mapped projections that transform the space into an audiovisual environment. www.airtable.com
HBG Flea
Oct. 4: Explore the HBG Flea for local art, vintage treasures, curated curios and unique gifts, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Midtown Cinema, 250 Reily St., Harrisburg. Mission of the HBG Flea is to create a platform for community growth by bringing artists, small businesses and patrons together. www.hbgflea.com
Fall Fest
Oct. 4: Lower Paxton Township holds its annual Fall Fest at George Park, 5450 Locust Lane, Harrisburg, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event is free and features activities for all ages, held rain or shine. www.lowerpaxton-pa.gov
Fall Fundraiser
Oct. 4: Red Letter Project hosts its inaugural Fall Fest fundraiser, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Caring Community Church of God, 7176 Red Top Rd., Hummelstown, to combat human trafficking in East Africa. Attendees can enjoy pulled pork barbecue and other fall-themed food. www.redletterleadership.com
Book Sale
Oct. 4, 18: Friends of New Cumberland Public Library hosts a pre-owned book and media sale on the first and third Saturdays of the month, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop for books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, records and more to support the library. www.newcumberlandlibrary.org
Canine Carnival
Oct. 5: Vineyard and Brewery at Hershey, 598 Schoolhouse Rd., Middletown, hosts a carnival to benefit Pitties.Love.Peace, 12 to 6 p.m. Event, rain or shine, features 50 vendors, food trucks, raffles, adoptable dogs and carnival games. www.pittieslovepeace.com
Book Lecture
Oct. 5: Join Historical Society of Dauphin County, 219 S. Front St., Harrisburg, for a special book lecture on “1775, The Prequel,” with Prof. Richard Moss at 1 p.m. The lecture kicks off events celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. www.dauphincountyhistory.org
Pink Art
Oct. 5: Boobs Without Borders hosts a Power of Pink Art Auction at Buhrig’s Gathering Place, 25 E. Main St., Mechanicsburg, 2 to 4 p.m., to benefit the Susan G. Komen 60-mile, three-day fundraising walk against breast cancer. Auction features live music and raffles of original art. www.boobswithoutborders.com
Art Auction
Oct. 5-19: Participate in an online art auction to benefit the Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art. Auction features prints and originals from Ned Smith, along with more than 300 pieces from other artists. Auction runs Oct. 5 to Oct. 19. www.nedsmithcenter.org
Mediator Training
Oct. 8, 9, 14, 15, 18: Neighborhood Dispute Settlement holds a mediator training that provides 24 hours of training to become a certified mediator. Training will be held at 2300 Vartan Way, Suite 265, Harrisburg. Tuition assistance available. www.neighborhooddisputesettlement.org
Women Rooted
Oct. 10: Women in the dairy industry can gain business insight and stress relief at a Penn State Extension event, 5:15 to 8:30 p.m. The event at Star Rock Farms, 175 Chestnut Grove Rd., Conestoga, includes a business expert who understands the challenges of transitioning a dairy operation. www.extension.psu.edu
Contra Dance
Oct. 10: Harrisburg Area Contra Dance Association hosts a 2nd Friday contra dance with live music, 8 to 10:30 p.m., at Silver Spring Presbyterian Church, 444 Silver Spring Rd., Mechanicsburg. A free beginner lesson starts at 7:30 p.m. www.harrisburgcontra.org
Jurassic Quest
Oct. 10-12: Jurassic Quest and Brick Fest Live join forces for a mega-event at the York Expo Center, 334 Carlisle Ave. Guests can experience animatronic dinosaurs and LEGO-inspired fun. Event runs 12 to 6 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. www.jurassicquest.com
Haunted CALC
Oct. 13: Carlisle Arts Learning Center, 38 W. Pomfret St., hosts a festive and spooky event for children ages 5 to 12 to have holiday fun and create Halloween-themed crafts, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $80 for members and $90 for non-members, plus a $10 materials fee. Attendees should pack a lunch. www.carlislearts.org
Disc Golf
Oct. 14: Valley Flying Discs and Dauphin County Library System host a free group clinic to help people build their disc golf skills at Seal Park, 523 North St., Millersburg, 5 to 6 p.m. Clinic is open to players of all ages and skills. www.dcls.org
Choral Fundraiser
Oct. 15: Gettysburg Choral Society holds a fundraiser at Gettysburg Eddie’s, 217 Steinwehr Ave., Gettysburg, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The restaurant will donate 10% of sales to the group, which provides free quality choral music for the community. www.gettysburgchoralsociety.org
Book Fest
Oct. 15-19: The 13th annual Harrisburg Book Festival returns to Midtown Scholar Bookstore, 1302 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg. Festival features an outdoor tent sale, children’s day programming, a “Great Gatsby” celebration and appearances from Nick Offerman and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. www.hbgbookfest.com
3rd in The Burg
Oct. 17: 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
Art Show
Oct. 17-19: Paxtang Art Association hosts its annual show and sale at the Paxtang Firehouse, 3423 Derry St., Harrisburg, Oct. 17 and 18, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Oct. 19, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Annual show features hundreds of original pieces in a variety of mediums. www.paxtangartassociation.godaddysites.com
Harvest Party
Oct. 18: Central Penn College, 600 Valley Rd., Enola, hosts its annual fall harvest festival, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with more than 50 vendor booths, food trucks, live music and children’s activities like pumpkin carving, mask painting and sand art. www.centralpenn.edu
Wild Night
Oct. 18: Take an after-hours walk through Wildwood Park’s Olewine Nature Center, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, to see exhibits come to life, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Event features a campfire with s’mores, apple cider, a craft and a Halloween story. Attendees encouraged to wear an animal or Halloween costume. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Mansion Concert
Oct. 18: Manor on Front, 2917 N. Front St., Harrisburg, hosts a Mansion Concert with the California Guitar Trio, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is a $35 recommended donation, and guests are asked to register online. Bring a lawn chair, picnic food and a cold beverage. www.mansionconcert.com
Frick Collection Tour
Oct. 19: Join the AAUW-Harrisburg for a trip to The Frick Collection in New York City. The cost of the trip is $150, which includes transportation and an admission ticket. Bus will leave from Harrisburg in the morning and return in the evening. www.aauwharrisburg.org
Dance Night
Oct. 19: Harrisburg USA Dance Chapter #3009 invites dance enthusiasts to a lesson at 2 p.m., followed by three hours of social dancing in ballroom, swing and Latin style, at PA DanceSport, 585 E. Main St., Hummelstown. Admission is $15, $10 for members and $5 for students. Facebook: USA Dance Chapter #3009 Harrisburg Area PA
Menopause Talk
Oct. 22: Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women hosts a discussion on menopause with Dr. Sharon Malone, author of “Grown Woman Talk,” at the Forum, 500 Walnut St., Harrisburg. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Free event aims to foster community. Facebook: Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women
Art Crawl
Oct. 22: Wander through The Millworks, 340 Verbeke St., Harrisburg, sip on six different beers, make six pieces of art to take home and enjoy an urban picnic and ceviche, 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $55. www.millworksharrisburg.com
Art Talk
Oct. 23: Artist Diana Thomas presents “Current Color: A Year on the River” at the Rife Center at Bethany Village, 325 Wesley Circle, Mechanicsburg, 7 to 8 p.m. Thomas will share lessons learned while painting the Susquehanna River once a week over a year. Event is free to the public. www.harrisburg-pa.aauw.net
Pawtober Hike
Oct. 25: Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art, 176 Water Company Rd., Millersburg, hosts its second annual Pawtober Hike, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bring your pups and pals to hike through some of the center’s trails. www.nedsmithcenter.org
Awards Dinner
Oct. 25: Army Heritage Center Foundation invites the community to its annual Legacy Awards Dinner honoring Gen. David Petraeus and Veterans Outreach of Pennsylvania. Dinner takes place at 6 p.m. in Penn Harris Hotel, 1150 Camp Hill Bypass. www.armyheritage.org
Trick-or-Trot
Oct. 26: Central Penn College, 600 Valley Rd., Enola, hosts its first Trick-or-Trot fun run and walk. Registration for the one-mile course begins at 9 a.m., and the run/walk starts at 10 a.m. Registration is $10 per person or $30 per family. Costumes encouraged. www.centralpenn.edu
Balloon Ghosts
Oct. 28: Stop by East Pennsboro Library, 98 S. Enola Dr., Enola, to create a balloon ghost for Halloween, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. www.eastpennsborobranch.org
History Talk
Oct. 28: East Shore Area Library, 4501 Ethel St., Harrisburg, hosts author Rissa Miller, who will give a talk exploring Pennsylvania’s relationship with witchcraft and magic throughout the centuries, 6 to 7 p.m. www.dcls.org
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