Officials cut the ribbon on the Pennsylvania Civil War Battle Flag Education Center.
This week’s stories brought news of unique art exhibits, ribbon cuttings and development projects. If you missed any of our coverage, don’t worry, it’s all listed below.
The Broad Street Market rebuild may be a years-long work in progress, but local officials are busy proposing ideas and planning its reconstruction, our magazine story reported. In the meantime, the city will provide a temporary location for displaced vendors.
A community comment from local group Strong HBG discusses the need for safety improvements to State Street in Harrisburg. Click here, to read about the changes they’re proposing.
Concerts in Harrisburg this month will not disappoint. Our music columnist has a great October lineup, here.
“The Exorcist” is coming to Open Stage, bringing the horror to Harrisburg, our magazine story reported. This new adaptation, penned by John Pielmeier, will run during the 50th anniversary of the original movie’s release.
Family Fishing Day will return to Harrisburg’s Italian Lake on Oct. 7, our online story reported. The city’s event will offer residents the chance to learn the basics of fishing.
The Farmland Preservation Artists of Central Pennsylvania have artwork on display in the state Capitol this month, our online story reported. The group hopes to raise awareness of the importance of protecting the state’s farmland.
Gamut Theatre, starting this weekend, will host the world premiere of “I Don’t Speak Spanish,” a new work by local playwright David Ramón Zayas. In our magazine story, read more about the show, which is Zayas’ most personal play yet.
Harrisburg City Council weighed a proposal for a downtown apartment project on Tuesday, our online story reported. New Jersey-based developer, Yasser Hellel, has proposed turning the former Federal Building into 162 apartment units.
Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC announced its 2023 Catalyst Award winners. Click here, to find out which local leaders, businesses and community members were honored.
October events are aplenty this month, with lots of ways to enjoy fall. Find special autumn events in our Community Corner section, and all the theater, music and educational goings on in Happenings.
The Pennsylvania Civil War Battle Flag Education Center opened in Harrisburg this week, our online story reported. The center houses the commonwealth’s over 400 flags and features an interactive exhibit.
Our publisher, in his column, shares his thoughts on Harrisburg as a 15-minute city. He appreciates that, in the city, most daily necessities are within a short walk or bike ride.
Revolutionary Hot Sauce Eatery recently opened in Mechanicsburg, our magazine story reported. The shop sells owner Tim Myers’ hot sauce, as well as a menu of lunch and dinner offerings.
Sara Bozich has a great roundup of ways to spend your weekend in Harrisburg. Find them all, here.
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