Harrisburg’s riverfront
Happy Memorial Day weekend to our readers! We hope you enjoy the long weekend and take the chance to check out all of the recreation, food and shopping that Harrisburg has to offer. First, make sure you’re all caught up on this week’s local news, below.
Artsfest returns to the riverfront in Harrisburg this weekend, our online story reported. The three-day festival will feature art vendors, food trucks and live music.
Bob’s Art Blog features local creators working in a variety of forms, including sculpture, woodworking and mixed media. Read his online column to see the unique range of art and hear from artists.
Civic Club of Harrisburg will host its second annual “Spring into Art” show on May 27, our online story reported. The show will take place in conjunction with Harrisburg’s Artsfest and will feature 20 local artists.
Harrisburg City Council voted down a proposed apartment development project, with several council members explaining their concern with the developer’s disinterest in creating affordable units, our reporting found. The project sought to demolish existing office buildings on the 2700-block of N Front St. and build a 21-unit apartment building.
Harrisburg ranked as the number-one place to live in Pennsylvania, according to U.S. News & World Report’s list of “Best Places to Live,” our online story reported. The report applauded Harrisburg for its affordability, strong arts scene, easy access to the “great outdoors” and proximity to larger cities.
Honey Bee’s Café and Bake Shoppe opened earlier this year in downtown Harrisburg, our magazine story reported. The breakfast and lunch spot offers classic café items with a unique twist.
Members 1st Federal Credit Union named its next president and CEO, Mike Wilson, our online story reported. Wilson, who previously served as the credit union’s chief experience officer, will take the reins from George Nahodil, who is retiring after 23 years with the company.
Midtown Cinema this month is showing “Monica,” a film about a transgender woman who reconnects with her mother, whose health is declining. In our magazine story, read more about the movie, which our writer says, “holds a particular power in the unspoken.”
Open Stage’s “Poirot Investigates” gives viewers a chance to escape the worries of life and settle in for some campy fun. In our magazine story, find out more about the show, inspired by author Agatha Christie.
Police officers in Harrisburg were honored for their service this week, our online story reported. The Harrisburg Police Bureau held its annual awards ceremony, presenting recognitions to officers who solved homicides, brought justice to lawbreakers and assisted residents in crisis, among other accomplishments.
Sara Bozich has lots of fun ways to spend your Memorial Day weekend in Harrisburg. Find them, here.
Summer outdoor yoga classes have returned to Harrisburg’s riverfront, hosted by Midtown’s commUNITY Yoga Space, our online story reported. The sessions will be held weekly and are open to all, with a pay-what-you-can model.
Tucker&Co. Bakery Café opened recently in downtown Dillsburg, serving up gluten- and refined sugar-free treats. In our magazine story, read about owners Heidi and Isaac Tucker’s mission to serve the community food that’s both “nutritious and delicious.”
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