HBG Flea
Nov. 1: Explore the HBG Flea for local art, vintage treasures, curated curios and unique gifts, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Strawberry Square, downtown 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
Family Fun
Nov. 1: Join NAMI Central PA for a free day of family fun celebrating mental and physical wellbeing, 12 to 3 p.m., Sunshine Park, 901 N. 12th St., Harrisburg. Event features free snacks, hot chocolate, yoga, henna, prizes and family-friendly activities. www.nami.org
Model Trains
Nov. 1-2: Hershey History Center hosts an event featuring interactive model trains, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 40 Northeast Dr., Hershey. Guests can enjoy multiple model train layouts, meet the railroaders, enjoy live entertainment and ride a self-propelled railcar. www.hersheyhistory.org
Book Sale
Nov. 1, 15: 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
Chocolate Classes
Nov. 2-30: Hershey Story Museum, 63 W. Chocolate Ave., hosts Chocolate Lab Classes about the art of chocolate, its origins and making medallions. Children must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult. www.hersheystory.org
Wellness Walks
Nov. 5, 12, 19: Participate in free, moderately paced wellness walks at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 6 to 7 p.m., on paved, gravel or dirt surfaces. Walkers can customize the walk length. Comfortable shoes and water recommended; dogs on leashes permitted. www.explorewildwodpark.org
Evening Shadows
Nov. 6: Vision Resources of Central Pennsylvania hosts its 14th annual “Evening in the Shadows,” a blindness awareness dinner where guests experience a sample of life without sight, 6 p.m. Event takes place at the King Mansion, Harrisburg. Proceeds support services for the visually impaired. www.vrocp.org
Calm the Mind
Nov. 6, 13, 20: 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. Meditations are suitable for people of any background or religion. www.fredricksenlibrary.org
Autos & Ales
Nov. 7: Enjoy craft beer from 60 regional breweries, a catered dinner and live music at AACA Museum, 161 Museum Dr., Hershey, for the annual Autos & Ales craft beer festival. Event runs 7 to 10 p.m., with a VIP hour from 6 to 7 p.m. www.aacamuseum.org
Volunteer Day
Nov. 8: 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 available. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Fundraising Gala
Nov. 8: Vista Autism Services hosts its annual fundraising gala at Hershey Country Club, 1000 E. Derry Rd., Hershey, 5:30 to 10 p.m. Dress in semi-formal attire and enjoy a gourmet dinner, live music and more. www.vistaautismservices.org
Harrisburg Marathon
Nov. 9: Celebrate 53 years of the Enders Harrisburg Marathon, beginning on City Island, Harrisburg. This fast, flat marathon winds through the capital city. Sign up for the full race, half marathon or four-person relay. www.hbgyrun.org
Seed Share
Nov. 9: Wild Ones South Central PA hosts a free seed share, 1 to 4 p.m., at Camp Hill Giant, 3301 E. Trindle Rd. Learn how to grow native plants from seed, listen to a gardening talk about insect decline and take native seeds home. www.southcentralpa.wildones.org
Winter Preparation
Nov. 9: Discover how wild animals prepare for winter during this program for ages 4 to 6, 1:30 to 3 p.m., at Wildwood Park, Harrisburg. Examine how fur and feathers keep animals warm and take a scavenger hike. Pre-registration required.www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Topiary Reveal
Nov. 9: Civic Club of Harrisburg will unveil its new “Garden Goddess” topiary created by Joe Kyte in the Women’s History Garden at the historic Overlook Mansion, 612 N. Front St., Harrisburg. The community is invited to the free unveiling, 3 to 5 p.m. www.thecivicclubofharrisburg.com
20 in Their 20s
Nov. 12: Harrisburg Young Professionals hosts its seventh annual “20 in Their 20s,” 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Hilton Harrisburg, 1 N. 2nd St. Celebration honors young professionals who are having meaningful impacts on their community and workplaces. www.hyp.org
Food Rally
Nov. 13: Enjoy fresh, savory foods at the New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally every second Thursday of the month, 5 to 8 p.m. Grab dinner from food trucks or New Cumberland restaurants and enjoy shopping and promotions. www.newcumberlandpa.org
Love and Power
Nov. 13: Author and Quaker activist Eileen Flanagan explores Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assertion that both love and power are necessary to create social change. She will share applicable lessons from the climate movement at 7 p.m., Harrisburg Friends Meetinghouse, 1100 N. 6th St., Harrisburg. www.eileenflanagan.com
Peaceful Poses
Nov. 14: Join an adult slow flow yoga class, 10:45 to 11:30 a.m., in the Community Room at Fredricksen Library 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill. Class is open to all experience levels, exploring yoga poses, breathing techniques and ways to manage stress. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. www.fredricksenlibrary.org
Contra Dance
Nov. 14: Harrisburg Area Contra Dance Association hosts a 2nd Friday Contra Dance with live music, 8 to 10:30 p.m., at the Silver Spring Presbyterian Church, 444 Silver Spring Rd., Mechanicsburg. There will be a free beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m. No partner needed. www.harrisburgcontra.org
Mourning Glory
Nov. 15: The one-day Mourning Glory conference will be held at Christ Community Church, 1201 Slate Hill Rd., Camp Hill, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., to offer comfort, encouragement and tools to people navigating personal loss and life disappointment. www.jazzminemagloire.com
Dance Night
Nov. 16: Harrisburg USA Dance Chapter #3009 invites dance enthusiasts to a dance 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. All levels welcome. Facebook: USA Dance Chapter #3009 Harrisburg Area PA
Book Talk
Nov. 16: Documentarian Amanda Rubin discusses “The Third Reich of Dreams,” by Charlotte Beradt, a Berlin-based journalist during Hitler’s rise to power, at the Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life, 2986 N. 2nd St., Harrisburg, 6:30 p.m. www.hbgjff.com
Evening Mixer
Nov. 18: Join West Shore Chamber of Commerce at an evening mixer at Penn State Health Cancer Center Hampden Medical Center, 2200 Good Hope Rd., Enola, 5 to 7 p.m. The free event is open to chamber members. www.wschamber.org
Healthy Holidays
Nov. 19: Learn how to balance favorite holiday treats with a healthy eating routine throughout the holiday season at the Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Take home tips, tricks, healthy recipes and meal ideas. www.fredricksenlibrary.org
Curiosity Kids
Nov. 21: Families with kids ages 3 to 6 are invited to the State Museum of Pa., 300 North St., Harrisburg, to learn about Thanksgiving traditions, 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Get hands-on with a turkey tail, wing and skull, and create a wild turkey to take home. www.statemuseumpa.org
3rd in the Burg
Nov. 21: 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
Holiday Parade
Nov. 22: Enjoy Harrisburg’s annual holiday parade with giant balloons, marching bands and dance team performances, decorated floats, characters, Santa Claus and more, starting at 10 a.m. After the parade, head to Strawberry Square to meet Santa and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. www.harrisburgpa.gov
Cadence Concerts
Nov. 22, 23: Cadence Chorus (formerly Central Pennsylvania Womyn’s Chorus) presents “One More Time” free concerts at Unitarian Church of Harrisburg on Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. and at Lebanon Valley College on Nov. 23 at 3 p.m. www.cadencechorus.org
Art Tour
Nov. 22-23: Explore Foothills Artists’ 18th annual Adams County studio tour, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eight studio locations will feature paintings, pottery, printmaking, photography, illustration, bookbinding and more by 14 local artists. Limited refreshments served. www.foothillsartists.net
Youth Concert
Nov. 23: Susquehanna Chorale and three of its educational choirs will hold their annual Youth Choral Festival at the Calvin and Janet High Center for Worship and Performing Arts, Messiah University, 4 p.m. www.susquehannachorale.org
Playing Cards
Nov. 25: Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, will host a card playing social, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., in the Community Room, offering socializing and great exercise for the brain. Card games played determined by those present. www.fredricksenlibrary.org
Light Show
Nov. 28-Dec. 31: Enjoy the holiday season at Christmas Spirit Light Show at Clipper Magazine Stadium, 650 N. Prince St., Lancaster, with a festive drive-thru light show, including color-changing lights synchronized to Christmas music. www.christmasspiritlightshows.com
Holiday Shopping
Nov. 29: Volt Hair Studio, 6061 Allentown Blvd., Harrisburg, hosts “Sip, Santa and Shopping,” a free, family-friendly event to spread holiday cheer and give back to the community, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests enjoy coffee, cookies and photos with Santa. www.facebook.com/kbhairco
Holiday Bizarre
Nov. 29: The Millworks, 340 Verbeke St., Harrisburg, hosts its annual Odd Ones Holiday Bizarre on Small Business Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shop for unique, handcrafted items for the season, with more than 80 makers set up through the building. www.millworksharrisburg.com
Wreath Workshop
Nov. 29-30: Use natural materials to create an evergreen wreath at Wildwood Lake, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Workshop fee is $30 per person, which includes supplies to make a wreath with natural decorations. www.explorewildwoodpark.org
Festival of Trees
Nov. 29-Dec. 21: View Christmas trees decorated with handmade ornaments and trimmed by local garden clubs at Fort Hunter Tavern House, 5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg, Saturdays and Sundays, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Trees will be up for raffle, and a selection of ornaments will be available for purchase. www.forthunter.org
Toy Train Exhibit
Nov. 29-Dec. 21: Keystone Model Railroad Historical Society returns to Fort Hunter Centennial Barn, 5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg, with a display of HO gauge trains that travel over a large layout representing communities in central PA, Saturdays and Sundays, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. www.forthunter.org
Holiday Gift Fair
Nov. 30: More than 30 nonprofit vendors will participate in the 18th annual Gifts that Give Hope Lancaster Gift Fair, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Rd., Lancaster. The fair provides a unique holiday shopping experience that encourages charitable giving. www.giftsthatgivehopelancaster.org
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