September Community Corner
Scavenger Hunt
Sept. 1-30: Kids are invited to New Cumberland Public Library, 1 Benjamin Plaza, to see how many Pokémon they can find at the library. Find all the scavenger hunt items around the Children’s Room and win a fun prize. www.newcumberlandlibrary.org
Luminary Awards
Sept. 4: West Shore Chamber of Commerce will honor two local female professionals at the Luminary Awards luncheon, Penn Harris Hotel, 1150 Camp Hill Bypass, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. www.wschamber.org
Calm the Mind
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Learn short, easy 15-minute meditations to help calm the mind on Thursdays, 12 to 12:30 p.m., at Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill. The meditations are suitable for people of any background. www.fredricksenlibrary.org
Jazz Walk
Sept. 5: Central PA Friends of Jazz and Dauphin County Parks and Recreation present the Harrisburg Jazz Walk, 6 to 9 p.m., at locations in Midtown Harrisburg, as part of the Dauphin County Jazz & Wine Festival. Relax at one venue or stroll the neighborhood. www.friendsofjazz.org
Barnyard Jazz
Sept. 5: Bring your lawn chairs and BYOB for a night of live jazz under the stars at the Hershey History Center’s Barnyard, 40 E. Chocolate Ave., Hershey. The barnyard opens at 6 p.m. and will host live music by Third Stream. www.hersheyhistory.org
Community Days
Sept. 6: Faith Immanuel Presbyterian Church and Cub Scout Pack #256 host Community Days on Colonial, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 1801 Colonial Rd., Harrisburg. The free family festival will include games, activities, food and children’s books. www.fipc.org
HBG Flea
Sept. 6: 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. The mission of the HBG Flea is to create a platform for community growth by bringing artists, small businesses and patrons together. www.hbgflea.com
Jazz & Wine Fest
Sept. 6-7: Join Dauphin County Parks and Recreation at Fort Hunter Park to enjoy national, regional and local recording artists. Visit Pennsylvania’s top wineries and browse craft and food vendors. Bring lawn chairs and picnic baskets. www.forthunter.org
Doll Show
Sept. 7: Central Penn Doll Collectors Club hosts a doll and bear show at Lebanon Expo Center, 80 Rocherty Rd., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors offer antique, vintage, modern and reborn dolls, clothing, furniture, bears and more. www.centralpenndollcollectorsclub.org
Hershey Horticulture
Sept. 8: Hershey Horticulture Society presents a talk on “Rebuilding Biodiversity” at the Brownstone Masonic Lodge, 215 W. Caracas Ave., Hershey, 1 p.m. Hear from Eiyse Jurgen, owner of Waxwing EcoWorks, on being an ecological gardener. www.hersheygarden.org
Restaurant Week
Sept. 8-19: Harrisburg’s premier dining event returns, spanning two weeks, Sept. 8 to 12 and Sept. 15 to 19. Explore and enjoy the many flavors of Pennsylvania’s capital city. www.HarrisburgRestaurantWeek.com
Planting Webinar
Sept. 9: Penn State Extension hosts a webinar on “Proper Native Tree Planting for Long-Term Success,” 12 to 1:30 p.m. The webinar is $5 and will review site selection, planting techniques and follow-up care for newly planted trees. www.extension.psu.edu
Mega Mixer
Sept. 11: Join Carlisle Area, Mechanicsburg, Shippensburg and West Shore chambers of commerce and Cumberland Area Economic Development Corp/Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau for the Cumberland County Mega Mixer at Members 1st Federal Credit Union, 500 Marketplace Way, Enola, 5 to 7 p.m. www.wschamber.org
Food Rally
Sept. 11: Explore the New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally every second Thursday of the month, 5 to 8 p.m., to grab dinner from area food trucks or New Cumberland restaurants. Enjoy shopping and special promotions at local businesses. www.newcumberlandpa.org
Creek Float
Sept. 12: Explore Yellow Breeches Creek with Susquehanna Outfitters on a guided float, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., through the creek’s clear water, riffles and bends, offering a challenging but rewarding experience. www.susquehannaoutfitters.com
Film Friday
Sept. 12: Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, will show “Lunana—A Yak in the Classroom” from India at 2 p.m. Guests are encouraged to join for a discussion following the film. www.fredricksenlibrary.org
Contra Dance
Sept. 12: Harrisburg Area Contra Dance Association hosts a second Friday contra dance with live music, 8 to 10:30 p.m., at Silver Spring Presbyterian Church, 444 Silver Spring Rd., Mechanicsburg. Free beginner lesson starts at 7:30 p.m. www.harrisburgcontra.org
Plant Sale
Sept. 13: Spruce up your landscape at the Hershey Horticulture Society’s Fall Plant Sale, 7:30 to 11 a.m. Find a variety of plants perfect for the season and get advice from members. www.hersheyhorticulture.com
Wreath Workshop
Sept. 13: Join Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, to design and decorate a fall wreath out of natural materials, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Supplies provided, but participants may bring embellishments. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Arts Festival
Sept. 13: The 43rd annual Hummelstown Arts Festival will be held in Hummelstown Square, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with works by more than 150 juried art vendors, children’s activities, a food court and more. www.hummelstownartsfest.com
Stories at Midtown
Sept. 13: Dauphin County Library System staff will host stories, songs and more at Midtown Scholar Bookstore, 1302 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, for families with children of all ages, 10 to 11 a.m. www.dcls.org
Sneaker Ball
Sept. 13: Join the Harrisburg Police Athletic League for its Sneaker Ball 2025, 6 to 10 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg. Enjoy a three-course dinner, live DJ, silent auction, guest speakers and “Sneaker Strut”—a showcase of stylish sneaker fashion. www.harrisburgareapal.org
Volunteer Day
Sept. 13: Get outside in nature at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, to help with park and habitat enhancement projects, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tools and work gloves provided and refreshments available. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Wellness Fair
Sept. 14: Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg will host a Health and Wellness Fair at the Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life, 2986 N. 2nd St., Harrisburg, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy vendors, mini-sessions and speakers, focused on ways to improve health and wellness. www.jewishharrisburg.org
Gallery Walk
Sept. 14: Explore Harrisburg galleries and venues for art, music and refreshments during the Art Association of Harrisburg’s 37th annual Gallery Walk, 12 to 5 p.m. Find the full lineup of 17 participating venues on AAH’s website. www.artassocofhbg.com
Heart Walk
Sept. 18: Join American Heart Association’s Capital Region Heart Walk at FNB Field, City Island, Harrisburg, 5 to 8 p.m. Registration begins at 5 p.m., and the walk starts at 6 p.m. www.heart.org/capitalregionwalk
Wild Weekend
Sept. 18-21: Horn Farm Center, 4945 Horn Rd., York, presents the Wild & Uncommon Weekend, celebrating local food, crafts and nature in the Lower Susquehanna Riverlands with tours, tastings and educational experiences. The signature York County Pawpaw Festival is on Sept. 20. www.hornfarmcenter.org
Shoe Strut
Sept. 19: Join Salvation Army Harrisburg for its annual Shoe Strut benefit, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Hershey Lodge, 325 University Dr. Enjoy a networking lunch, auctions, contests and more. Each ticket provides one shoe voucher to a local child in need. www.shoestrut.com
History Talk
Sept. 19: Join author Jimmy Rosen for a book signing and conversation, 6 to 8 p.m., at Historic Harrisburg Resource Center, 1230 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg. His books tell the architectural history of the area’s 20th century gas stations. www.historicharrisburg.org
Cocktails & Cannonballs
Sept. 19: Enjoy a night out at Cocktails & Cannonballs 2025 at the National Civil War Museum, 1 Lincoln Circle, Harrisburg, with historians, regional cuisine, a silent auction, a cigar bar and wine pull, trivia, raffles, a live cannon firing and more, 6 to 8:30 p.m. www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org
3rd in The Burg
Sept. 19: 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
Coin Show
Sept. 19-20: Explore the Harrisburg Coin Show at the Scottish Rite Entertainment Complex of Harrisburg, 2701 N. 3rd St., with 70 exhibit tables, a raffle, door prizes, food and free seminars. www.harrisburgcoinclub.com/coin-show
Walking Tour
Sept. 20: Join Historic Harrisburg Association, 1230 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, for a free walking tour of “Lost Service Stations of Harrisburg” with author Jimmy Rosen, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Discover the stories behind these structures and their impact on the city. www.historicharrisburg.org
Clothing Swap
Sept. 20: Teens can refresh their wardrobes at the East Shore Area Library’s Fall Clothing Swap, 12 to 4 p.m., at 4501 Ethel St., Harrisburg. Participants can bring their old clothes to find new homes and search for fresh pieces. Event is for ages 13 to 18. www.dcls.org
Trail Run
Sept. 20: Join the Tröegs + NSCNA Rugged 5K Trail Run, a fundraiser to support the Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art’s conservation efforts and trail maintenance. The race starts at 5 p.m. at 176 Water Company Rd., Millersburg, followed by live music and refreshments. www.nedsmithcenter.org
Fall Fest
Sept. 20: Messiah Lutheran Church, 901 N. 6th St., Harrisburg, hosts its annual Fall Fest to benefit the church’s capital improvements and the Harrisburg Area Food Pantry. Enjoy gourmet hors d’oeuvres, drinks, music and a silent auction, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. www.messiahhbg.org
Three Creek
Sept. 21: Harrisburg Bicycle Club will host its annual Three Creek Century event starting at Penn Township Volunteer Fire Company, 1750 Pine Rd., Newville. Choose from scenic routes ranging from 20 to 100 miles. www.harrisburgbicycleclub.org
Cleanup Day
Sept. 21: Wildheart Ministries hosts a Love the Hill cleanup event, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Volunteers will pick up trash, do basic landscaping, help with dumpsite removal or plant flowers in the neighborhood. www.lovethehillpa.com
Fort Hunter Day
Sept. 21: Celebrate fall with family fun, including arts and crafts, children’s games and activities, historic demonstrations and exhibits, entertainment, food and more, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Fort Hunter Park, 5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg. www.forthunter.org
Shop Local
Sept. 21: Shop local at Stay Apparel Co.’s Makers Market, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Hershey History Center, 40 Northeast Dr. Discover unique creations from local artists, enjoy treats and pick up fresh-cut flowers. www.stayapparel.com
Cemetery Tours
Sept. 21: Join tours of Harrisburg Cemetery, co-hosted by Historic Harrisburg Association and Camp Curtin Historical Society. Different tours each hour at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. $10 per tour or three for $25. Meet at 521 N. 13th St. www.historicharrisburg.org/events
Dance Night
Sept. 21: Dance enthusiasts are invited to join Harrisburg USA Dance Chapter #3009 for a cha-cha lesson at 2 p.m., followed by three hours of social dancing, 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
Digital Detox
Sept. 25: William H. & Marion C. Alexander Family Library presents a five-week book club at 200 W. 2nd St., Hummelstown. Participants will read “How to Break Up with Your Phone” by Catherine Price, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., to learn practical steps for improving their relationship with technology. www.dcls.org
Celebrate Wildwood
Sept. 27: Help celebrate Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, with a nature-themed afternoon, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn about butterflies and birds, paint a pumpkin, get creative with crafts, enjoy live music and go for a guided walk. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Free Music Festival
Sept. 27: The Colonial Park United Church of Christ will be holding a free Music Festival from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The Festival will feature three live bands (Lower Paxton Variety Band, Blue River Soul, and Janie Womack and Jodie Echterling). Plus there will be a Basket Raffle, Kids’ Zone, Food Truck, and appearances from the local police and fire department. Fun for the whole family! The Festival will be held on the CPUCC grounds at 5000 Devonshire Road, Harrisburg 17109.
Author Event
Sept. 27: Explore Books Books Books 2025 at “The Barn” at Wyndham Resort, 2300 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, featuring a variety of authors selling and signing books, 12:30 to 5 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased online. www.bit.ly/BooksBooksBooks2024
Harvest Dinner
Sept. 27: Susquehanna Folk and Beshore Hill Farm, 2529 S. Market St., Mechanicsburg, are teaming up for their fourth annual Harvest Dinner, with a hyper-local dinner at 5:30 p.m. and live music at 7 p.m. www.susquehannafolk.org
WoofStock
Sept. 28: Central PA Animal Alliance presents the 20th annual WoofStock, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., in Riverfront Park, Harrisburg. Enjoy vendors, entertainment, a pet costume contest and more during the annual festival celebrating all-things canine. www.centralpaanimalalliance.org
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