Shalom House plans to open a community drop-in center in Allison Hill
Let’s hope this is the last wintry weekend of the season here in Harrisburg. Lucky for you, we have plenty of reading material to keep you entertained and up-to-date on all the local happenings while you avoid the snow at home. All of this week’s coverage is listed, below.
As Afghan refugees begin to resettle in central Pennsylvania, local organizations and agencies are stepping up to help, our magazine story reported. This may include finding and outfitting a home, employment services, classes in English as a Second Language and referrals for other needs.
In TheBurg Podcast this month, we hear stories about the heroes in our midst—those in active recovery from addiction. Also, our March magazine’s cover artist shares her creative process.
Death Cab for Cutie will return to Riverfront Park on July 14 as part of Harrisburg University’s summer concert series, our online story reported.
Harrisburg City Council voted to bring in Dawood Engineering to serve as city engineer, while the administration continues to look for a full-time professional engineer to hire, our online story reported. Council also approved a Midtown commercial and residential building redevelopment project.
The Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra will return to its long-time home, the Forum, starting with its next concert season, our online story reported. Meanwhile, the HSO’s 2021-22 season continues this month at the Scottish Rite Theatre in Uptown Harrisburg.
Hero in the Fight is an organization that helps support those in active recovery from substance abuse. In our magazine article, read about founder Dan Albert’s story of recovery and gaining a new perspective on life.
NEON Vintage Thrift is holding a pop-up shop at Midtown Harrisburg’s Urban Snob boutique, our online story reported. Alana Cornish, owner of the thrifting business, hopes her bright clothes bring out customers’ confidence.
“Orlando” debuts tomorrow at Open Stage in Harrisburg. Read a preview of the “profoundly fluid, poetic” show in our magazine story.
Oscar-nominated animated shorts this year are not kid-friendly, following an interesting new trend, our movie review says. Not only are the majority of the films not kid-friendly, but two have major warnings for adult content.
PennDOT announced that it may make needed improvements to Derry Street in Harrisburg, our online story reported. The project will extend from the intersection of 13th Street and Derry Street, east to the intersection of 40th Street and Derry Street.
Sara Bozich has a fun lineup of events for your weekend, including some St. Patrick’s Day-themed activities.
Shalom House in Harrisburg plans to open a community drop-in center to provide residents in need with convenient resources and assistance, our online story reported. This is part of a new vision for the organization under the leadership of Executive Director Kyla Harvey.
State Rep. Patty Kim will seek another term in the state House of Representatives, our reporting found. Kim (D-Harrisburg) will run for the Democratic nomination for a sixth, two-year term representing the 103rd legislative district.
Yum Yum Mini Pancake Bar & More recently opened in Camp Hill, our magazine story reported. Owner Guadalupe Islas offers a unique menu of sunny sweets and treats from her native land, Mexico.
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