Walk of the Town: Gallery Walk paints the city red and blue and purple and . . .

August 29, 2024 | by Bob MacGinnes

Jonathan Frazier

The annual art rite of passage that heralds the start of the fall season, Gallery Walk, rolls out its 36th edition on Sept. 8.

There may be no better person qualified to lend an artist’s eye to this grand event than Jonathan Frazier of the Art Association of Harrisburg. As one of the Seven Lively Artists in the region, Jonathan is truly a renaissance man. “Artist” is at the top of the list, along with musician and intrepid traveler, someone as comfortable in New Orleans as his own beloved Harrisburg.

Jonathan’s IG handle is “@landscape.painter,” an appropriate appellation wherever his canvas and brush find him. From painting surreal shotgun shacks found in the Big Easy to serene “snapshots” of life on the Susquehanna, Jonathan captures it all. His specialty is “en plein air” (painting in the open air). As a group, the Lively Artists are now comprised of 11 painters who create, travel and exhibit together as often as possible.

Jonathan recently shared “that if weather conditions are fortuitous,” you won’t want to miss the tour of Harrisburg murals, offered by Sprocket Mural Works. Sprocket was honored earlier this year for their 100-plus works throughout south/central PA, receiving Theatre Harrisburg’s award for “Distinguished Service to the Arts in the Capital Region.” The mural tours last about an hour and are one mile long, offering an insider’s look at the many murals donning walls in Midtown and downtown Harrisburg. Tours will depart from the Capitol building on the hour from noon to 3 p.m.

Harrisburg independent art galleries total three. Ted Walke is the “grand-pere” of the downtown scene at his 1839 Federal-style row house, Gallery @ (608) 2nd. With two floors of lowbrow, surreal, pop and fantasy art, the gallery features Ted’s signature style, along with other local surrealist artists. Say hello to “Munky Bear” when there, and thanks to Ted and Linda for the Gallery Walk brochure.

Midtown finds the grand dame, Vivi of Vivi on Verbeke, and partner, Jackson Boyd, securely ensconced at 258 Verbeke St. This Haight-Ashbury outpost makes a charming place to drop in. Paintings, photography, pottery, pouchettes, pendants and any other “P’s you can mind” … all add up to a potent portrait of peaceful pieces. Vivi is most excited about having prints for sale of her local landmark paintings. Jackson’s photography is stellar and often mirrors the same locales but from a different lens, literally.

Meanwhile at 1006 N. 3rd Street, Julia Mallory is the new kid at her address, the eponymous, Ten Oh! Six Gallery. Throwing “her hat into the ring” for its initial foray, or should it be taking the easel into the street (that sounds a bit dangerous), this gallery is just up the block from TheBurg office. Julia, artist/author/aerialist, takes her art to a highwire act of activism and advocacy for all. The author has penned a series of books, “Black Mermaids,” expanding conventional ideas from another perspective.

Contrena Baltimore, Civic Club president, and Reina Wooden, art maven, will be on hand to welcome visitors to the Overlook Mansion for a day of art from the “Magnificent Seven,” plus one, Ms. Wooden herself. The art posse is comprised of Bryan “King Prolifik” Hickman, Elliot Arylide, Carrie Feidt, LensWorthy Imagery, Mixtic, Toro Comics and Iquan Summers. Reina reported, “I invited artists of different ethnic backgrounds to showcase the art they love to create. Every piece tells a story of that person’s lineage and experiences. The Civic Club welcomes all to be part of its cultural heritage during Gallery Walk 2024.”

Millworks art studios will be open for brunch for the Gallery Walk tour. The bonus during this special event is that the majority of the 35 or so in-residence creatives will be present with works available for purchase. The gift shop is open and stocked with items from floor to ceiling. Midtown Scholar (& Georges) will showcase Robinson’s Fine Art and Prints. Enjoy a wide range of read-ables, collectibles and drinkables.

Houses of worship are built on art as their main foundation. Sacred spaces are meant to beautify the world with their stained-glass windows. Salem United Church of Christ highlights the stained-glass art of Diane Hoffer, while Zion Lutheran Church showcases Diane Foster’s paintings. St. Michael’s Lutheran features York artist Jeannine Dabb’s expressionist paintings. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Riverfront Gallery breaks from the pack with its groundbreaking exhibit, “Feminine Divine,” offering open-ended interpretations of God “as an entity that transcends gender.”

Both Harrisburg museums offer unique takes as the State Museum of Pennsylvania unveils its annual “Art of the State” with free admission. Up 3rd Street, the Susquehanna Art Museum showcases the solo show from Elaine Elledge, “Margins and the Height of the Sun,” on view in the main lobby. It is a wonder to behold and learn of the personal meaning behind her impactful imagery on the impermanence of beauty.

New to Gallery Walk this go-around, the LGBT Center can be found at 1323 N. Front St. Amber Roadcap is the contact there for the event. She shared that artist Craig Bomberger’s work will be featured. In checking with the Historic Harrisburg Association, it appears that the ever-ready Mr. Bomberger will be doing an in-person painting demonstration. So, to avoid any confusion, please check “Craig’s List” first. The Historic Harrisburg Resource Center is full of archival treasures, vintage photos and ephemera from the bygone years of our city. Art Association members Thom Kulp, Tom Banks and Ron Steficek all lend their artwork to the institution’s walls.

It’s also time to visit the McCormick Riverfront Library, a repository of reads, records and rarities. The “R” that starts “refreshment” can be found at the library’s newly opened Wildflower Coffee. Next, head over to the Historical Society of Dauphin County on S. Front Street for county artifacts, architecture and art. History provides the perfect segue to education, and Jonathan referenced a piece of his own personal history with Capital Area School for the Arts predecessor, Harrisburg Arts Magnet School, where he spent a large portion of his senior year back in 1989. Now located in Strawberry Square, CASA will highlight mixed-media student art, one of the six disciplines offered through its vigorous, full-day program of study.

All this talk about “AI” … in Harrisburg it refers to “Art Impresario,” Carrie Wissler-Thomas, CEO of the Art Association of Harrisburg for 46 years. Carrie is the main catalyst behind this annual event. She and the association’s director of exhibitions, Nate Foster, have cooked up a special “members only” show titled “Heroes and Heroines.” There are no rules attached to the criteria, so the entries may be surprising. Imaginary or real, historical or present day, the possibilities are endless.

Louisiana transplant, artist Kathleen Joffrion, took a page from the headlines over five decades ago. Her stunning painting, photographic in nature, is of oarsman Tom McClean, who set the record for rowing 2,300 miles in 70 days across the Atlantic. He accomplished this at the age of 26 only to smash that record at the age of 44, which still stands today. At 82 years of age, Mr. McClean, who resides in Scotland, will visit the historic AAH in person the day after Gallery Walk. Another hero for our times is woodcarver extraordinaire and ex-infantryman Dave Hilsinger, who offers a tribute to the vets of the Vietnam conflict titled “War Dogs,” carved of Pennsylvania walnut.

There you have it, up to the minute, down to the wire. The countdown is on for Gallery Walk #36. Thanks to Jonathan Frazier for his anecdotal thoughts as well as his landscape paintings of central Pennsylvania. Lastly, a heartfelt appreciation for Carrie Wissler-Thomas of the Art Association of Harrisburg, a living legend.

Gallery Walk takes place on Sept. 8, noon to 5 p.m., at locations throughout Harrisburg. For more information, visit www.artassocofhbg.com.

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Taste of Culture: A new restaurant serves elegance, Black culture in Harrisburg

August 29, 2024 | by Jolie Lloyd

Jameson Christopher

What happens when a contractor finds himself with extra building space to fill?

He starts a restaurant, of course.

Or, at least, that’s what Jameson Christopher did.

“It wasn’t a life-long dream,” he said. “I never thought I’d want to start a restaurant.”

And yet, he opened Coda Rouge earlier this year on N. 6th St. in Harrisburg.

Sometimes, people hyperbolically refer to an especially tasty meal as “life-changing.” But, for Christopher, crab cake Benedict genuinely transformed his life. Out to eat one night, he enjoyed the dish so much that he asked to meet the chef.

That’s when he met Sachiko Baez, and the two began talking. Christopher told her about the building he purchased in 2019 for his painting and contracting business. It had extra space, including a commercial-grade kitchen he had specially constructed for his mother that then was largely unused.

Baez told Christopher about her life-long dream of starting her own restaurant.

“A lightbulb went off. I was like, ‘Wow, I can actually utilize this space and give Sachiko her dream she always wanted,’” Christopher said. “And that’s how Coda Rouge came about.”

Coda Rouge serves fine-dining-style breakfast and brunch daily, with plans to open for dinner hours. It also offers desserts made by Christopher’s mother, pastry chef Lisa Christopher.

It’s hard to pinpoint the exact cuisine served, as the dishes come from a wide variety of influences, such as Japanese, Italian, French, Central American, Spanish and South Asian.

“We couldn’t pick just one. That’s not who we are,” said Baez, who serves as the head chef. “We’ve been influenced by many different cultures and have many cultures in our backgrounds. So, we want to represent that.”

Christopher and Baez’s different passions and skillsets work well together to present a warm, welcoming, meaningful and cozy space to serve delicious dishes, they explained.

“Our creativity fits together,” Baez said. “I bring him food ideas, and he has a vision of how this place should look.”

Sophisticated Space

When you first walk into the seemingly ordinary brick building, you’d never expect what you’ll find inside.

“People come in here and say they feel like they’re somewhere else, somewhere nice. And it’s not just young people saying that. It’s even older people who have traveled all over,” Christopher said. “They feel like it’s a place where they can relax.”

The elegant space has a welcoming and comfortable ambiance that makes you feel like you’re at home, but also in a high-end restaurant. The hall near the entrance is lined with colorful paintings of Black jazz musicians by local artists. The dining area continues this artistic theme, with more local works and decorative elements that contribute to the overall mood.

In addition to the restaurant, the building, called “The Continental,” includes lounge areas upstairs and downstairs, offering visitors a place to relax and enjoy the vibe.

“We want to show what sophisticated Black culture is,” Baez said.

Christopher’s mission is to broaden the horizons of young people in Harrisburg by making Coda Rouge accessible to those who might not otherwise have the chance to enjoy fine dining.

“Youth have to be exposed to different things,” Christopher said. “A lot of times, inner-city youth, like when I was growing up, we don’t have that opportunity. We don’t really know what nice restaurants offer. We can’t go to those nice art galleries. I want to expose the youth to all that.”

Christopher also wants to show an example of the benefits of hard work.

“No one handed this to me,” he said. “I want to show [the youth] what you can do as a self-starter.”

The Legacy

To Christopher, perhaps the most important part of the whole place is the mural that spans the outside of the building.

The painting, by Harrisburg-based artist Bryan “King Prolifik” Hickman, prominently features a group of the Tuskegee Airmen, Black military pilots and airmen who fought in World War II. The mural includes Charles Petty Sr., Christopher’s grandfather.

Local kids often stop by and look at the mural, Christopher said, and ask him “who that man was.” This gives Christopher an opportunity not only to brag about his grandfather, but to share vital Black history with those who have never heard of the Tuskegee Airmen.

“It’s an educational thing,” he said. “The history in schools needs to get better. People taking pictures next to it made me feel really good.”

Coda Rouge is even named after the Tuskegee Airmen, who were nicknamed the Red Tails because of the red-colored tails on their airplanes. “Coda” means “tail” in Italian, and “rouge” means “red” in French, Christopher explained.

Years ago, the building that now houses Coda Rouge was known for a much different legacy, Christopher said. The building housed a white-owned establishment that upheld segregation, not allowing Black people to enter or even be on the property of the building, he said.

Now, Coda Rouge stands as a pinnacle of Black excellence.

“I’m not just doing this all for myself,” he said. “I’m able to give back something to the community, something from our history, from African American history.”

Coda Rouge is located at 2013 N. 6th St., Harrisburg. For more information, visit www.thecontinentalhbg.com.

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Adventure Together: Spend a weekend on the water, at the farm or in a hands-on learning center

August 29, 2024 | by Natalie diSanto

View from the Pole Steeple Trail

With Labor Day at the beginning of many school calendars, we can debate whether the educational system aims to throw a wrench in recently rewelded schedules or provides a break after building new routines. Whatever the intent (if there is one), Labor Day offers an opportunity for adventuring to be temporarily unbound from afternoons and two-day weekends, allowing families to enjoy September in central PA early this month.

When the heat persists, check out Laurel Lake in Cumberland County for a sandy beach and swimming area. Kayaking is allowed, and the blooming lotus are a joy to paddle around, especially with turtle heads playing hide and seek in between. Fishing is encouraged, and the lake has healthy supplies of perch, pickerel, bass and stocked trout. Laurel Lake is part of Pine Grove Furnace State Park, which boasts nearly 1,000 acres of forested land at the northern conclusion of the Blue Ridge Mountain Range. Pine Grove’s Pole Steeple Trail is a short, but steep 0.75-mile hike that leads to a breathtaking vista of the mountains and surrounding Michaux State Forest. Hikers have an opportunity to merge with the Appalachian Trail near the viewpoint. Pine Grove Furnace State Park is the halfway mark for the AT, making it a point of interest for fans of the longest hiking-only footpath in the world.

Participate in the reclamation of previously farmed land by joining York-based Horn Farm’s Riparian Tree Tending Volunteer Days on Sept. 14 and 15. The work done by Horn Farm volunteers aids efforts to restore the Chesapeake Bay Watershed and, consequently, the bay itself. Horn Farm provides opportunities for folks to engage with agriculture, learn about sustainability, and participate in the benefits of rural living. They host programs such as elderberry foraging, nature journaling and identifying bird calls by ear. Horn Farm offers all-ages programming with regular Critter Crawls for young ones and internship opportunities for teens. Their spectrum of events is diverse and pedagogical, rounded out by professionals and enthusiasts from our local community.

Keystone Kid Space is an interactive indoor option for spending an afternoon, welcoming youth ages 6 and older to hands-on learning. The facility, located in York, is a place for kids to go all-in, immersing themselves in creative and STEAM activities in a space built just for them. The highlight for parents is The Hangout, a nook that overlooks Codorus Creek, which has Wi-Fi and serves refreshments so we can relax or make art of our own while the kids are safely stretching the boundaries of their imaginations. Keystone Kid Space participates in the “Museums for All” initiative that offers free or discounted tickets to families who receive SNAP/EBT benefits.

When the adventures are over, the week begins anew, which brings about another point of division that arises during the school year: spirit days. Whether you love them or hate these themed days, try using them to connect with your family by fully embracing the chaos. Throw your own family spirit days in correlation with those at your kid’s school. Maybe this means wearing something that matches the theme of the day or family members writing down something they are proud of. Make time to share your family spirit day contributions and be excited about each other’s creativity. Amongst the ever-changing landscape of school and life, there are always ways to celebrate the spirit that keeps us going.

Pine Grove Furnace State Park is located at 1100 Pine Grove Rd., Gardners. For more information, visitwww.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/PineGroveFurnaceStatePark/Pages/default.aspx.

Keystone Kid Space is located at 10 Hamilton Ave., York. For more information, visit www.keystonekidspace.org.

Horn Farm is located at 4945 Horn Rd., York. To learn more, visit www.hornfarmcenter.org.

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Safe Space: Local programs offer youth a place for fun, learning, de-stressing during after-school hours

August 29, 2024 | by Susan Ryder

B Shop Boys and Girls Club participants

As the new school year begins, many working parents are faced with the quandary about what to do with their tweens and teens after school.

A number of factors help determine whether kids stay home alone: maturity, comfort being home alone, and how well they get along with their siblings. But this decision is solely up to parents because Pennsylvania has no law specifying what age children are permitted to be home alone. Kids that age are clamoring for freedom, though they often require supervision. Thankfully, there are options for parents.

The Link 4 Youth in New Cumberland offers an after-school program from 3 to 6 p.m. for fourth- to 12th-grade students. When the students arrive, “they get that first hour to de-stress,” said Saundra Colello, executive director. The program offers opportunities to expend the pent-up energy from a day of learning at school—climbing the rock wall, shooting hoops, playing tag around the building, or simply just sitting and relaxing.

Boys & Girls Club of Harrisburg provides a similar after-school experience for children, with a wider age range of 6 to 18 years old.

“It is an activity-based program,” said Arnold Taylor, director of programs and a previous Harrisburg club participant.

Taylor said that, while people often think that the club is a school or a daycare, it’s neither.

“What we’re looking to do here is to allow children to come into the Boys & Girls Club, find what their niche is, and help them grow that niche to help them grow their skills,” he said.

Like The Link 4 Youth, the club aims to keep kids off the streets and out of trouble during the after-school hours. At the very least, parents don’t want their kids scrolling social media or playing video games all afternoon.

“So parents don’t have to worry about where their kids are—if they are safe, if they are in a good place,” Taylor said.

Link takes the fight against phone scrolling one step further and has the youth put their phones in a clear lockbox.

“They can see their phones because the lockbox is clear,” Colello said. “So, they have security that ‘my phone is still there,’ but they’re not allowed their phones.”

These programs make access easy. Link provides transportation at no cost for schools in the West Shore School District. Boys & Girls Club provides transportation for $25 a week from Harrisburg School District schools, as well as a few private schools. There is no general program fee for The Link 4 Youth. The Boys & Girls Club has a $20 yearly fee, but scholarships are available for costs associated with the program.

Neither program limits attendance to geography.

“If you live in Texas, and can get here today, you can,” laughed Taylor.

The B Shop Boys and Girls Club is another, smaller after-school program, primarily focused on hands-on learning. Joshua Barker began the Harrisburg-based nonprofit four years ago. Barker grew up in a tough area of Brooklyn, N.Y., he said.

“I understand the importance of kids having after-school programs to keep them engaged and out of trouble,” he said.

Barker, a licensed contractor, involves middle and high school youth in helping renovate buildings that are then used for lower-income housing. The shop will work on transforming an office building into eight apartments.

“My wife and I, what we want to do is teach kids life learning skills, one of them being skill sets, vocational trades,” he said.

Participating youth also get a small stipend.

“The reality is that kids want to get money,” Barker said. “We can’t ignore that fact.”

The shop focuses on students’ current realities, as well as possibilities for the future.

“It’s a safe place to go and learn and get knowledge and leave with a skill set,” Barker said. “You can go anywhere in the world with skills.”

After the kids get the wiggles out at The Link 4 Youth, they offer formal programming including an on-site garden, speakers, an optional Bible study and other options. Boys & Girls Club provides tutoring, career readiness, health and wellness, and basic life skills. Taylor said that students often aim for sports as a career path, and the club helps them find plan “B” and plan “C.” Many students aren’t aware of all the options available to them, he said.

The after-school hours can be relaxing, fun and safe for students. For parents who have decided that their children need a more supervised afterschool life, there are programs available at little to no cost to help make that happen.

“Our motto is to provide a safe, positive place for kids,” Taylor said.

The Link 4 Youth is located at 1120 Drexel Hills Blvd., New Cumberland. For more information, visit www.thelink4youth.org.

Boys & Girls Club of Harrisburg has several locations in the city. For more information, visit www.bgchbg.org.

For more information about The B Shop Boys and Girls Club, contact them at [email protected] or 717-882-7736.

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Musical Notes: Pop Goes September

August 29, 2024 | by Skye Leppo

On a recent road trip, my beloved and I spent a large part of the drive discussing what truly was the “Song of the Summer” for 2024. We agreed on top contenders and had a lot of criteria to consider on what “makes” a song of the summer—and arrived at different answers.

Our list was pop-heavy, though I’d argue the song of the summer is almost always pop by nature. I’m counting “Get Lucky” by Daft Punk (2013) as the only exception to that rule in recent memory.

The four tracks we debated were “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter, “Apple” by Charli XCX, and “Pink Pony Club” and “Good Luck, Babe!” both by Chappell Roan. And we both agreed that a tight top five would have to include “HOT TO GO!” by Chappell Roan. Sorry, y’all, it’s Chappell’s world, and we’re just living in it.

Would love to hear your thoughts on this—send me an email at [email protected]!

ECCENTRIC & ICONIC

9/8, Gogol Bordello, XL Live

The Eastern European art punk experiment known as Gogol Bordello has been playing together for 25 years—somehow both the blink of an eye, and yet, the band’s eclectic rock opera sound has a certain timelessness to it. Frontman Eugene Hütz has continued delivering catchy punk music with a European via Lower East Side twist, heard on the band’s ninth album, “Solidaritine” (2022), which I’m sure they’ll play a few tracks from at the concert.

SOMETHING IS HAPPENING IN NEW CUMBERLAND

9/20, Aortic Valve; 9/21, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, West Shore Theatre

Full disclosure that I am one of the key organizers for this, but I’ll be dead chuffed if some of you come join us for the second New Cumberland Music + Film Festival, Sept. 20 to 22. Lots of fun musical features abound throughout the weekend at various locations. We’re hosting the inimitable Aortic Valve at the West Shore Theatre’s Arts & Ed Center for a ticketed dance party on Friday, Sept. 20. Then indie rock legend Clap Your Hands Say Yeah will headline on Saturday, Sept. 21 at the West Shore Theatre, with local openers Le Ghast. All details and ticket information can be found at www.newcumberland.co/music-film-festival.

ROCKSTAR TREATMENT

9/20, Post Malone, Hersheypark Stadium

One of pop music’s most popular and surprising acts, Post Malone is seemingly featured on every other track on today’s Top 40 charts. You may know this trap/pop/R&B/hip-hop artist from his signature shaky vibrato on hits such as “Sunflower,” “Circles,” “Congratulations,” and, most recently, “I Had Some Help” (with Morgan Wallen) and Taylor Swift’s “Fortnight.” There are a thousand entry points to Posty’s music, as he’s affectionately called among fans. He’ll perform at Hersheypark Stadium on Sept. 20—his live shows look extremely fun.

HONORABLE MENTIONS

9/7, The Lemonheads, Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.

9/11, Bowling for Soup w/Wheatus and Don’t Panic, H*MAC

9/14, Dark Star Orchestra, XL Live

9/15, Styx, Hershey Theatre

9/17, Jon McLaughlin, The Englewood

9/21, Harrisburg University Presents Pete Yorn, XL Live

9/28, Stevie Nicks, Hersheypark Stadium

9/28, Deerhoof, The Abbey Bar

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Classic Rock Rewind: This month, you can “Go Your Own Way” at Open Stage

August 29, 2024 | by Stuart Landon

Madison Eppley

This September, the music of Fleetwood Mac will take center stage in downtown Harrisburg as Open Stage presents “Go Your Own Way: A Celebration of Fleetwood Mac.”

This concert promises to be an electrifying tribute, capturing the timeless essence of the iconic group that has defined generations.

Formed in London in 1967, Fleetwood Mac has a rich and complex history. Named for drummer Mick Fleetwood and bassist John McVie, who have been the constants in the group throughout its many evolutions, Fleetwood Mac began as a cornerstone of the British blues scene. Guitarist Peter Green, who founded the band, coined the name during their early recording sessions as a nod to the rhythm section’s crucial role.

Over the years, the band’s lineup changed numerous times, featuring 15 different musicians. However, it was the addition of Christine McVie, Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks that transformed Fleetwood Mac into a pop-rock powerhouse. Their 1977 album, “Rumours,” remains one of the best-selling albums of all time, with unforgettable singles like “Dreams,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The album’s enduring appeal is a testament to the band’s blend of rock, blues and pop, coupled with deeply personal lyrics.

When selecting a tribute concert for this season at Open Stage, Fleetwood Mac was the clear choice. Their music, a constant in so many lives, resonates across generations.

I vividly recall sitting in the back of my family’s station wagon, listening to Stevie croon on the radio—a soundtrack to so many memories. As rehearsals progress, I have the privilege of hearing the cast at work, just steps from my office. The sound of their harmonies, even through the walls, has been nothing short of a joy. Their take on Fleetwood Mac’s music is already proving to be as beautiful as it is true to the original spirit.

The production features a stellar lineup of local musicians, including Brad Barkdoll, Jeremy Blouch, TJ Creedon, Madison Eppley, Dani Fiore, Jasmine Graham, Rachel Landon and Jess Logan. With staging by Creedon and musical direction by Barkdoll, the artists will guide the audience through Fleetwood Mac’s legendary discography, from “Rhiannon” to “Landslide” and “Go Your Own Way.”

“Fleetwood Mac’s music is something special—it connects with people of all ages,” said Wayne Landon, the concert’s producer. “Putting this tribute together at Open Stage is our way of celebrating their legacy and sharing the joy their music has brought to so many of us.”

This tribute is the latest in Open Stage’s series of musical homages, following celebrations of David Bowie, Dolly Parton, Judy Garland and Carole King. As Fleetwood Mac’s harmonies and rock anthems take center stage, “Go Your Own Way” is set to be a highlight of Open Stage’s 39th season.

Audiences can look forward to a night filled with their favorite hits, heartfelt performances and the undeniable energy of Fleetwood Mac.

“Go Your Own Way: A Celebration of Fleetwood Mac” runs Sept. 6 to 21 at Open Stage, 25 N. Court St., Harrisburg. For tickets and information, visit www.openstagehbg.com.

Stuart Landon is the producing artistic director at Open Stage.

UPCOMING EVENTS

At Gamut Theatre
www.gamuttheatre.org
717-238-4111

Popcorn Hat Players
“Sleeping Beauty”
Sept. 18 to Oct. 5
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m.
Saturdays at 1 p.m.

TMI Improv
September 27 at 7:30 p.m.

At Open Stage
www.openstagehbg.com
717-232-6736

“Go Your Own Way”
A Celebration of Fleetwood Mac
Sept. 6 to 21

Black NewsBeat
With Dr. Kimeka Campbell
Sept. 11 & 25 at 7 p.m.

EFF Live!
Erotic Fan Fiction Live!
Friday, Sept 27 at 7:30 p.m.

Court Street Cabaret
Broadway Edition
Saturday, Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m.

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Community Corner: Notable September Events

August 29, 2024 | by Missy Smith

Film Festival
Sept. 5: Edward S. Finkelstein Harrisburg Jewish Film Festival Series kicks off its 20th anniversary season with the film, “Paper Clips,” 7:30 p.m. at Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life, 2986 N. 2nd St., Harrisburg. Additional films shown monthly. www.hbgjff.com

Luminary Awards
Sept. 5: West Shore Chamber of Commerce will honor two 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

Benefit Concert
Sept. 5: Celebrate 40 years of the Dauphin County Victim/Witness Assistance Program at its free benefit concert at Brightbill Park’s Heroes Grove Amphitheater, 5010 Commons Dr., Lower Paxton Township, 5 to 8:30 p.m. Food available for purchase. www.victimwitness.org

FACTS Fest
Sept. 5-8: FACTS Fest (Film, Arts, Culture, Technology Symposium) is a celebration of the region’s talent and venues, featuring a variety of events that showcase the best in film, music and the arts. The four-day festival features a meetup, film fest, career expo, gala and music festival at venues throughout central Pa. www.factspa.com

Golf Tournament
Sept. 6: Mark your calendars for the Off the Streets First Annual Golf Tournament at Sunset Golf Course, Middletown. Event begins with registration, 6:30 to 7:15 a.m., and a start time of 7:30 a.m. A beef and chicken buffet follows. 717-919-9225

Jazz Walk
Sept. 6: 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

Wreath Workshop
Sept. 7: 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

HBG Flea
Sept. 7: Shop 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

Walking Tour
Sept. 7: Join Historic Harrisburg Association for a guided walking tour of Allison Hill, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Discover architectural gems and landmarks. Meet at the plaza at 13th and Derry streets at 10 a.m. Tickets available online. www.historicharrisburg.org

Playtest Event
Sept. 7: Join Harrisburg University’s Playtest HU Fundraiser for aspiring board game designers at the Student Union inside Whitaker Center, 222 Market St., Harrisburg, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Event features playtesting, vendor booths and board games. Proceeds help students travel to PAX Unplugged. www.harrisburgu.edu

Fundraiser Concert
Sept. 7: Celebrate music at the Al B Jamboree fundraiser for the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Enjoy live music, a cocktail hour with food and cornhole at Appalachian Brewing Co., 50 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg, 1 to 4 p.m. www.abcbrew.com

Jazz & Wine Fest
Sept. 7-8: Join Dauphin County Parks and Recreation at Fort Hunter Park to enjoy national, regional and local recording artists. Visit PA’s top wineries and browse craft and food vendors. Bring lawn chairs and picnic baskets. www.forthunter.org

Gallery Walk
Sept. 8: Explore Harrisburg galleries and venues for art, music and refreshments during the Art Association of Harrisburg’s 36th annual Gallery Walk, 12 to 5 p.m. At AAH, enjoy music by Hemlock Hollow. www.artassocofhbg.com

Brew Fest
Sept. 8: Celebrate craft beer at the 2nd annual Hershey Brew Fest with central Pa. breweries, live music, food trucks and vendors at Englewood Hershey, 1219 West End Ave., Hershey, 12:30 to 5 p.m. General admission includes a tasting glass and samples. www.visithersheyharrisburg.org

Restaurant Week
Sept. 9-20: Harrisburg’s premier dining event returns, spanning two weeks, Sept. 9 to 13 and Sept. 16 to 20. Explore and enjoy the many flavors of the capital city. www.HarrisburgRestaurantWeek.com

Support Survivors
Sept. 12: Attend Dine to Donate at Black N Bleu restaurant, 6108 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, after 5 p.m., to help fight domestic violence. Portion of bills will benefit Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland & Perry Counties and their shelter programs. www.dvscp.org

Mega Mixer
Sept. 12: 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. 12: 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 area food trucks or New Cumberland restaurants and enjoy shopping and special promotions at local businesses. www.newcumberlandpa.org

Film Friday
Sept. 13: Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, will show “Grand Illusion” from France at 2 p.m. Stick around for a discussion after the film. www.fredricksenlibrary.org

Charity Walk
Sept. 14: Join Homeland Hospice for its 10th annual 5K and Memory Walk at the Rossmoyne Business Center, 500 Ritter Rd., Mechanicsburg, 8:30 a.m. Registration begins at 7:15 a.m. Funds raised support Homeland Hospice services. www.homelandevents.org

Arts Festival
Sept. 14: The 42nd annual Hummelstown Arts Festival will be held in Hummelstown Square, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with works by more than 160 juried art vendors, children’s activities, a food court and more. www.hummelstownartsfest.com

Whitaker Anniversary
Sept. 14: Join Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts’ 25th Anniversary Celebration, 5 to 9 p.m. Relive the excitement of 1999 with heavy appetizers, drinks and special performances. www.whitakercenter.org

Musical Tribute
Sept. 14: Stage actor Mary Traverse, accompanied by Fred Dade, will perform a one-night musical tribute to Broadway at 7:30 p.m. at Gamut Theatre, 15. N. 4th St., Harrisburg. The show, entitled “Broadway Heroines, Comics & Dynamos,” benefits St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Uptown Harrisburg. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit their website.

Three Creek
Sept. 15: Harrisburg Bicycle Club invites cyclists to its Three Creek Century event in Newville. Choose from scenic routes ranging from 20 to 103 miles, including new options for 2024. www.harrisburgbicycleclub.org

Wellness Fair
Sept. 15: Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg hosts a Health and Wellness Fair at the Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life, 2986 N. 2nd St., Harrisburg, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy vendors, mini-sessions and speakers, focused on ways to improve health and wellness. www.jewishharrisburg.org

Doll Show
Sept. 15: 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 will offer antique, vintage, modern and artist dolls, doll clothing and furniture and more.www.centralpenndollcollectorsclub.org

Fort Hunter Day
Sept. 15: 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. 15: Shop Local at Stay Apparel Co.’s Makers Market, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Hershey History Center, 40 Northeast Dr., every third Sunday of the month. Discover unique creations from local artists, enjoy treats and pick up fresh-cut flowers. www.stayapparel.com

Going Solar
Sept. 17: Solar United Neighbors is launching a solar co-op to help residents go solar together. Cumberland-Dauphin residents are invited to join an information meeting at Hershey Public Library, 701 Cocoa Ave., 6:30 p.m. www.solarunitedneighbors.org

Book Sale
Sept. 18-21: Friends of East Shore Area Library, 4501 Ethel St., Harrisburg, will host an annual book sale, with members’ early access on Sept. 18, 1 to 6 p.m. The public sale runs Sept. 19, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and wraps up with a $5 bag sale on Sept. 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.dcls.org

Heart Walk
Sept. 19: Join American Heart Association’s Capital Region Heart Walk at FNB Field, City Island, Harrisburg. Registration begins at 5 p.m., and the walk starts at 6 p.m. www.heart.org/capitalregionwalk

SHINE Walk
Sept. 20: Children’s Advocacy Centers hosts the annual SHINE Walk across City Island to the Capitol building to raise awareness about child sexual abuse. Walkers can join in-person or remotely at 11 a.m. www.givebutter.com/penncac

Shoe Strut
Sept. 20: 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 purchased ticket provides one shoe voucher to a local child in need. www.shoestrut.com

3rd in The Burg
Sept. 20: 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

Cocktails & Cannonballs
Sept. 20: Enjoy “Cocktails & Cannonballs—An Evening at the Museum,” at National Civil War Museum, 1 Lincoln Circle, Harrisburg, with reenactors, costumes, a silent auction, a cigar bar, trivia, a live cannon firing and more, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org

Coin Show
Sept. 20-21: Explore 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

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

Celebrate Wildwood
Sept. 21: 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 and enjoy live music. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Civil War Saturday
Sept. 21: National Civil War Museum, 1 Lincoln Circle, Harrisburg, hosts Civil War Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with live reenactors, cannon firing and demonstrations, live music, games and more. www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org

Author Event
Sept. 21: Explore Books Books Books 2024 at “The Barn” at Wyndham Lancaster Resort, with a variety of authors selling and signing books, 12 to 5 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased online. www.bit.ly/BooksBooksBooks2024

Chili Cook-off
Sept. 22: Alex W. Smith Foundation hosts Alex’s Chili Cook-off for A Cause at Greystone Brew House, 303 Golf Club Ave., Dillsburg, to carry on their son’s legacy and bring people together with food and fun, 1 to 4 p.m. Proceeds support Central PA high school students with scholarship awards. www.alexwsmithfoundation.org

Harrisburg Bridges

Sept. 23: Join Historic Harrisburg Association, 1230 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, for its free Fourth Monday program to learn about Harrisburg’s bridges with Carol Buck, curator at The State Museum of Pa., 6 to 8 p.m. Discover the stories behind these structures and their impact on the city’s development. www.historicharrisburg.org

Walk for Autism
Sept. 26: Vista Autism Services will host a walkathon to celebrate inclusivity and individual potential. Choose from four locations: Vista School (Hershey), Early Intervention Clinic (Middletown), CoVE Location (Carlisle) or Community Integration Center (Camp Hill). www.vistaautismservices.org

Author Talk

Sept. 27: Center for Holocaust and Jewish Studies at Penn State Harrisburg hosts a webinar with Dr. Barry Trachtenberg titled, “The Holocaust in American Public Memory: Shifting Perspectives in Times of Crisis.” The free webinar begins at 12 p.m. www.bit.ly/3WAAGTy

Flower Show
Sept. 27-28: Penn-Cumberland Garden Club presents “Nature’s Bounty” flower show at Stauffers of Kissel Hill Home and Garden Store, 51 Gettysburg Pike, Mechanicsburg. Explore floral arrangements, creative displays and gardening inspiration. Show held Sept. 27, 1 to 6 p.m., and Sept. 28, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.penncumberlandgardenclub.org

Plant Sale
Sept. 28: 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 expert advice from members. www.hersheyhorticulture.com

Run/Walk
Sept. 28: The “ZERO” annual run/walk returns to City Island, Harrisburg, 8 a.m. The event helps raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer patients, caregivers, survivors and physicians. www.support.zerocancer.org

WoofStock
Sept. 29: Central PA Animal Alliance will host the 19th annual WoofStock, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 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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Happenings: Our September Calendar of Events

August 29, 2024 | by Missy Smith

Museums & Art Spaces

AACA Museum
161 Museum Dr., Hershey
717-566-7100; aacamuseum.org

“Vintage Bicycles—Enjoy the Ride,” through Oct. 20

“Professional Vehicles—100 Years of Service,” through Oct. 20

“Ollie’s Bang for the Buck,” through Oct. 20

Husqvarna: “Get Your Husky On,” through Oct. 20

Carlisle Events 50th Anniversary Exhibit, through Oct. 20

Plymouth Showroom, through Oct. 20

Art Association of Harrisburg
21 N. Front St., Harrisburg
717-236-1432; artassocofhbg.com

Fall Membership Show—“Heroes and Heroines,” through Sept. 28

The Art Center School & Galleries
18 Artcraft Dr., Mechanicsburg
717-697-2072; theartcenterschoolandgalleries.com

Sept. 7-26: Susquehanna Valley Plein Air Painters Exhibit

Arts on the Square
20 S. 2nd St., Harrisburg
717-257-1270; marketsquarechurch.org

Works of Barbara Passeri-Warfel in oil, fiber and charcoal; exhibit opening and reception, Sept. 29, 12-1:30 p.m.

Carlisle Arts Learning Center (CALC)
38 W. Pomfret St., Carlisle
717-249-6973; carlislearts.org

“The Gift of Nature,” works by Marti Yeager, Rod Stabler and Ann Ruppert, through Sept. 14

“Working Backwards,” works by Mia Cinelli, through Sept. 14

The Cornerstone Coffeehouse
2133 Market St., Camp Hill
thecornerstonecoffeehouse.com

September artist of the month

Gallery on the Square
Millersburg Area Art Association
226 Union St., Millersburg
Facebook: Gallery on the Square

Artwork by Jacqui Whitcomb, through Sept. 28

Gallo’ry on Market
2010 Market St., Camp Hill
717-623-2090; galloryonmarket.com

September featured artists: Sue Marrazzo, Miriam Bermudez and Jonathan Frazier

Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA)
hersheyart.org

HAAA Member Artwork at Hershey Public Library, hallway gallery, Sept. 7-Oct. 12

HAAA Member Artwork at Hershey Public Library, community room, through Nov. 30

HAAA Member Artwork at Hershey Gardens Conservatory, Sept. 1, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Lebanon Picture Frame & Fine Art Gallery
847 Cumberland St., Lebanon
LebanonPictureFrame.com

14th Annual “12 & Under Small Works Group Show,” through Sept. 28

Messiah University
One University Ave., Mechanicsburg
717-766-2511; messiah.edu

“Brenton Good—Meetings and Returns Exhibition,” Sept. 6-Sept. 29; reception: Sept. 6, 4:30 p.m.

“Hope Revealed: Aimee West Cardoso Exhibition, ” Sept. 13-Oct. 18; reception and celebration: Homecoming weekend, Oct. 5, 4-6 p.m.

The Millworks
340 Verbeke St.; Harrisburg
717-695-4888; millworksharrisburg.com

New works by Pamela Black, Rea Ann Lynch, Reina 76 Artist, Julie Iaria, Eve Tiday and Kristin Livelsberger, through Sept. 15

New works by Marsha Souders, Richard Souders, Elaine Elledge, Rachel Bowense, Linda Benton McCloskey and Spencer Jackson, Sept. 17-Oct. 13

Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art
176 Water Company Rd., Millersburg
717-692-3699; nedsmithcenter.org

“Tattoos Through Time,” through Sept. 7

New Cumberland Public Library
1 Benjamin Plaza, New Cumberland
717-774-7820; newcumberlandlibrary.org

Art in the Stacks featuring artist Beth Rice, Sept. 1-30

Art by Ann Benton Yeager the Main Floor Showcase Exhibit, Sept. 1-30

Pennsylvania National Fire Museum
1820 N. 4th St., Harrisburg
717-232-8915; pnfm.org

Exhibits dedicated to Pennsylvania firefighting history

Perry County Council of the Arts
PCCA Gallery, 1 S. 2nd St., Newport
717-567-7023; perrycountyarts.org

10th Annual Juried Exhibition, Sept. 3-Nov. 14; reception: Sept. 6, 6-8 p.m.

Riverfront Gallery at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral
221 N. Front St., Harrisburg
717-236-4059; ststephenshbg.org

“Feminine Divine,” a display of paintings, photography, prints and textiles by 12 artists that examine feminine counterpart to patriarchal and masculine structures, through Oct. 27

The Smith Gallery & Fine Custom Framing
190 Reno Ave., New Cumberland
717-774-4301; smithcustomframing.com

Works by Linda Williard, Sept. 5-Oct. 5; reception: Sept. 5, 5-7 p.m.

The State Museum of Pennsylvania
300 North St., Harrisburg
717-787-4980; statemuseumpa.org

“Game Changers—Pennsylvania Women Who Made History,” celebrating women from across the state in diverse fields and detailing the contributions they made and challenges they faced in their lifetimes

“Bannered Heroes—Celebrating Pennsylvania’s African American Veterans,” presented by Beta Pi Boulé, the Harrisburg chapter of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity (the Boulé)

“HORSE2AUTO: A Transportation Revolution”

“Seeing Fallingwater—Celebrating Pennsylvania’s Architectural Masterpiece”

Susquehanna Art Museum
1401 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg
717-233-8668; susquehannaartmuseum.org

“Works in Wax—Contemporary Women Encaustic Artists,” through Sept. 1

“Distinguished Grace—The Paintings of Dean Stambaugh” celebrates and showcases the artist’s work throughout his career and lifetime, Sept. 4-Dec. 1

“Ancient Ink, ” photography by Mark Perrott that documents the ever-expanding group of tattooed Americans, through Oct. 6

“Margins and the Height of the Sun,” works by Elaine Elledge that she created while balancing her life as an artist and parent, through Oct. 6

“How We Shut Down Berks,” works by Queremos Justicia, who tells the story of how the Shut Down Berks Coalition organized to close an immigrant prison, through Nov. 3

“The Hidden Museum” invites visitors to locate “hidden” works of art the Susquehanna Art Museum, through Dec. 31

Suzanne H. Arnold Art Gallery
Lebanon Valley College
101 College Ave., Annville
717-233-8668; lvc.edu/gallery

“Elliott Erwitt: Dog Dogs,” exhibition of photography, through Oct. 20

The Trout Gallery
Dickinson College
240 W. High St., Carlisle
717-254-8159; troutgallery.org

“William Gropper’s America,” a whimsically didactic map of the U.S. that illustrates legendary and historical figures, from Molly Pitcher to Johnny Appleseed, through Oct. 19

“The Legacy of Two Centuries of Black American Art,” celebrating the legacy of David Driskell’s groundbreaking 1976 exhibition, through Dec. 20

Wheel of Light Studio
3738 Peters Mountain Rd Halifax
wheeloflightstudio.com

Art by Wheel of Light Studio instructors, through Oct. 5

“Teachers’ Showcase,” celebrating the art of Wheel of Light Studio instructors, Sept. 4-Oct. 5

Read, Make, Learn

Appalachian Brewing Co./Abbey Bar
50 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg
717-221-1083; abcbrew.com

Sept. 11, 18, 25: West Coast Swing Dancing Classes, 6-9 p.m.

The Art Center School & Galleries
18 Artcraft Dr., Mechanicsburg
717-697-2072; theartcenterschoolandgalleries.com

Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24: Charcoal Drawing (adults) 1:30-3 p.m.
Sept. 4, 18: Watercolor Step-by-Step (adults) 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sept. 5: Create Amazing Pictures with your iPhone – A Brief Overview (adults) 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26: Pottery Wheel Throwing – All Levels (adults) 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 10, 17: The Art of Stippling & Pointillism (ages 9-14) 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 10- Oct. 1: Intermediate Pottery (ages 15-adult), Tuesdays, 12-3 p.m.
Sept. 10- Oct. 1: Watercolor for Beginners (adults), Tuesdays, 3-5:30 p.m.
Sept. 10- Oct. 1: Watercolor for Beginners – The Next Steps (adults), Tuesdays, 6-8:30 p.m.
Sept. 12: Sensational Silk Scarves (adults), 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17: Create Amazing Pictures with your iPhone (adults), Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m.
Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3: Intermediate & Advanced Pottery (adults), Thursdays, 1-3:30 p.m.
Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3: Pastel Painting (adults), Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 12-Oct. 17: Vibrant Landscapes in Oil (adults), Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 14: Fall Luminary Workshop (ages 12-18 must accompany adult), 1-3 p.m.
Sept. 16: Halloween Skull-Making Workshop (adults) 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 17, 24 Oct. 1, 8: Figure Drawing Studio (adults) 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 18: Date Night with Glassblowing (adults) 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 19: Fun Fall Leaves Watercolor Workshop (adults) 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 19-Oct. 24: Pottery For All (ages 15+), Thursdays 6-9 p.m.
Sept. 24, Oct. 1: Abstract Painting (ages 8-12) 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 24-Nov. 5: Functional Pottery (adults), Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m.

Capital Blue Cross Connect
4500 Marketplace Way, Enola
capitalbluecrossconnect.com

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Virtual INSPIRE, 9 a.m.
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Cardio Kickboxing, 4:30 p.m.
Sept. 5, 12: Ready, Steady, Action! at Enola Store and Virtual, 4:15 p.m.
Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27: Strong + Fit, 10 a.m.
Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30: Gentle Yoga Flow, 9:30 a.m.
Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30: Tai Chi, 4 p.m.
Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30: Virtual Pilates, 5 p.m.

Carlisle Arts Learning Center (CALC)
38 W. Pomfret St., Carlisle
717-249-6973; carlislearts.org

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Explorations in Abstraction, Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Sept. 6: Craft Beer & Clay, 7-9 p.m.
Sept. 9-Oct. 7: Daytime Hand Building, Mondays, 1-3 p.m.
Sept. 14: Bronze and Casting Workshop, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sept. 25: Suicide Loss Survivors, 5:30-7 p.m.
Sept. 28: Tic Tac Toe Board (ages 6-12), 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Dauphin County Library System
dcls.org

Sept. 27: Ceramics at Stain.Paint.Create, Millersburg, 6-8 p.m.

East Pennsboro Library
98 S. Enola Dr., Enola
717-732-4274; eastpennsborobranch.org

Sept. 3-14: Food for the Brain
Sept. 16-28: The Purple Crayon Challenge

East Shore Area Library
4501 Ethel St., Harrisburg
717-652-9380; dcls.org

Sept. 28: East Shore Cinema, 3-5 p.m.

Elizabethtown Public Library
10 S. Market St., Elizabethtown
717-367-7467; etownpubliclibrary.org

Sept. 3-7: Fall Book Sale
Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24: Card Making Group, 5-7 p.m.
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Homeschool Happening, 2-4 p.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26: Fiber Artists, 3-6 p.m.
Sept. 6: Craft Fair, 4-8 p.m.
Sept. 7: Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sept. 7: Knitter’s Group, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Sept. 14: Fiber Artists, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Sept. 17: Baby Musik Time, 9:50-10:20 a.m.
Sept. 17: Preschool Musik Time, 10:30-11 a.m.
Sept. 17, 24: Card Making Group, 5-7 p.m.
Sept. 21: Book Discussion Group, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 21: K-Pets Therapy Reading Sessions, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Sept. 28: D&D Group, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Fort Hunter
5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg
717-599-5751; forthunter.org

Sept. 10: Monarch Tagging, 1-2:30 p.m.
Sept. 12: Walk with a Doc at Fort Hunter Park, 6-7 p.m.

Fredricksen Library
100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill
717-761-3900; fredricksenlibrary.org

Sept. 3: Genealogy Club, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 3: Plot Twisters Teen Writers Group, 6-7 p.m.
Sept. 4: Embroiderer’s Stitch In, 1 p.m.
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Baby & Toddler Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m.
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Children’s Storytime, 11-11:30 a.m.
Sept. 5, 12: Device Advice, 5-6 p.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26: Meditation to Calm the Mind, 12-12:30 p.m.
Sept. 5, 19: Language at the Library-Beginner Spanish, 10-11 a.m.
Sept. 7: The Puzzlers, 1-4:30 p.m.
Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28: Heartfulness Meditation Workshop, 2-3 p.m.
Sept. 8: Dances of Universal Peace, 2-4 p.m.
Sept. 8: All About Meditation to Calm the Mind, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Sept. 9: Coffee (BYO) and Conversation, 10-11:30 a.m.
Sept. 9: The Puzzlers, 1:30-8:30 p.m.
Sept. 9: Philosopher’s Roundtable, 2-3:30 p.m.
Sept. 10: Sami Speaks—A Holocaust Story, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Sept. 12: Meet the Author—Brianna Labuskes, 3-4 p.m.
Sept. 12, 26: Journaling for Life, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Sept. 13: Peaceful Poses Adult Yoga, 9:15-10 a.m.
Sept. 13: Indie & Foreign Film Friday—“Grand Illusion” (1938), 2-4 p.m.
Sept. 13: Paragon of People’s Music—Celebrating Bruce Springsteen’s 75th Birthday, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Sept. 15: Tween LEGO Bingo, 3-4:30 p.m.
Sept. 16: Fredricksen Writes, 7 p.m.
Sept. 17: Evening Genealogy Club, 5-6 p.m.
Sept. 19: Gardening with Nature Series, 7-8:30 p.m.
Sept. 20: Kanopy Film Discussion, 6-8:30 p.m.
Sept. 21: Computer Basics, 2-3 p.m.
Sept. 21: Neurodivergent Adult Support Group, 3 p.m.
Sept. 23: Programs & Solutions—Cumberland County Office of Veterans Affairs, 1-2:30 p.m.
Sept. 23: Fredricksen Reads—“Four Letters of Love,” 7-8 p.m.
Sept. 24: Tween LEGO Club, 6-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 28: Tween Escape Room, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Sept. 28: Teen Escape Room, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Gallery on the Square
Millersburg Area Art Association
226 Union St., Millersburg
Facebook: Gallery on the Square

Sept. 5: Great Horned Owl Watercolor, 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 7: Mosaic Bird Workshop, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sept. 14: Succulent Garden, 1-3 p.m.
Sept. 15: Needle Felted Owl, 1-4 p.m.
Sept. 21: Mixed Media Charms, 1-3 p.m.
Sept. 28: Tote Basket with Cloth Handle, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA)
hersheyart.org

Sept. 5-Oct. 24: Water Media, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Hershey Public Library
701 Cocoa Ave., Hershey
717-533-6555; hersheylibrary.org

Sept. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26: Penn State Hershey—Mothers & Babies, 10:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Sept. 4: LEGO Club, 4-4:45 p.m.
Sept. 4: Open Book Group, 6-7:45 p.m.
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Community Crochet Night, 6-7:45 p.m.
Sept. 5: Walking Hershey, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26: Teen Time, 3-4:30 p.m.
Sept. 5, 19: Hershey Quilters, 12-4 p.m.
Sept. 7, 21, 28: Chess Club, 1-3 p.m.
Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30: Books and Babies, 10:15-10:45 a.m.
Sept. 11: Board Game Night, 5-7:45 p.m.
Sept. 14: Chess Tournament, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sept. 18: Art Together, 5-7:45 p.m.
Sept. 21: Cocoa Area Fiber Enthusiasts, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Historic Harrisburg Resource Center
1230 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg
historicharrisburg.org

Sept. 23: Fourth Monday Program: “Spanning Time, The History of the Bridges of Harrisburg, 6-8 p.m.

Horn Farm Center for Agricultural Education
4945 Horn Road, York
717-757-6441; hornfarmcenter.org

Sept. 1: Wild Abundance—Late-Summer Foraging Walk 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 3: Backyard Composting, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 4: Surprising Lepidoptera Online—Amazing Facts about Butterflies and Moths, 7-8:15 p.m.
Sept. 7: Intro to Power Tools, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sept. 7: Fall Container Gardening for Pollinators, 10-11:30 a.m.
Sept. 18: Spinal Yoga—Balancing the Spirit, 6-7 p.m.
Sept. 21: Crafting Kombucha & Kefir, 10:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

Johnson Memorial Library
799 East Center St., Millersburg
717-692-2658; dcls.org

Sept. 14: Stop the Bleed with Penn State Health, 6-7 p.m.

Joseph T. Simpson Public Library
16 N. Walnut St., Mechanicsburg
717-766-0171; simpsonlibrary.org

Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24: Tea and Stitches, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24: Storybook STEAM, 6-7 p.m.
Sept. 5: LEGO Club, 6-7 p.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26: Beginning Mah Jongg, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26: Mah Jongg, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26: Story Time, 10:15-11 a.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26: Toddler Time, 11:15-11:35 a.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26: Rhyme Time, 11:45 a.m.-12:05 p.m.
Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27: LEGO Time, 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Sept. 7: Bluey Party, 10:15-11 a.m.
Sept. 9, 23: English Conversation Club, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 13, 27: Dungeons & Dragons (grades 6-12), 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 14, 28: Block Party, 10:30-11:25 a.m.
Sept. 14, 28: Puzzle Party, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Sept. 16: STEAM Club, 6-7 p.m.
Sept. 16: Monday Night Book Club, 7-8 p.m.
Sept. 18: Watch the Skies Sci-Fi Book Club, 7-9 p.m.
Sept. 19: Thursday Morning Book Club, 10-11 a.m.
Sept. 21: Craft-A-Palooza, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Sept. 24: Tea & Stitches Extended Edition, 12-3 p.m.
Sept. 27: Apple Users Group for Seniors, 1-2 p.m.
Sept. 28: Trivia at Home— Name that Tune, 6-8 p.m.

The LGBT Center of Central PA
717-409-5781; centralpalgbtcenter.org

Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Young Adult Group, 4 p.m.
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Common Roads (ages 12-17), 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28: Passageways, 2 p.m.
Sept. 14: QTPOC Advisory Group, 6-8 p.m.

Madeline L. Olewine Memorial Library
2410 North 3rd St., Harrisburg
717-232-7286; dcls.org

Sept. 24: Coloring for Adults, 3-4:30 p.m.

McCormick Riverfront Library
101 Walnut St., Harrisburg
717-234-4976; dcls.org

Sept. 14: Reading the Rainbow Book Club, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 21: Monster of the Week, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Midtown Scholar Bookstore-Cafe
1302 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg
717-236-1680; midtownscholar.com

Sept. 12: Jason Stanley with Senator Nikil Saval, 7-8 p.m.
Sept. 17: An Evening with David S. Brown, 7-8 p.m.
Sept. 21: An Evening with Chris La Tray, 6-7 p.m.
Sept. 27: An Evening with Richard Osman, 7-8 p.m.

The Millworks
340 Verbeke St.; Harrisburg
717-695-4888; millworksharrisburg.com

Sept. 20, 27: Linocut Playground, 3-5 p.m.

National Civil War Museum
One Lincoln Circle, Harrisburg
717-260-1861; nationalcivilwarmuseum.org

Sept. 12: Civil Conversation—Decade of Disunion, 7-8 p.m.

New Cumberland Public Library
1 Benjamin Plaza, New Cumberland
717-774-7820; newcumberlandlibrary.org

Sept. 1-30: Fantasy Scavenger Hunt (ages 0-12)
Sept. 1-30: Fall Into Reading Challenge (ages 0-12)
Sept. 3, 10, 24: Book Babies (ages 0-2), 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 4: Storytime STEAM, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Sept. 4: Piece Seekers, 6-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 5: Ruth’s Mystery Discussion Group, 10:15 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 5: Musical Mornings (ages 2-5), 10:30-11 a.m.
Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26: Tech Time, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Sept. 6: Outdoor Sensory Playtime (ages 0-5), 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Sept. 7, 21: Book Sales, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sept. 7-21: Take and Makes
Sept. 9: Storytime STEAM (ages 3-5), 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Sept. 9-30: Baby Dance Party (ages 0-2) Mondays, 12-12:30 p.m.
Sept. 9-30: Teen Monday FUNday, 3-4 p.m. (except Sept. 16)
Sept. 10: Shelf Love, 6-7 p.m.
Sept. 10: Tales for Tails (ages 6-12), 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 11, 25: Wednesday Great Books Discussion Group, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Sept. 14: Teen Craft Kits (ages 13-17)
Sept. 16: Monday Great Books Discussion Group, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Sept. 21: Couponing for Extreme Savings, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Sept. 23-Oct. 28: Fall Preschool Storytimes (ages 2-5), 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Sept. 23-Oct. 28: Monarch Butterfly Bonanza (ages 3 and older), 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Sept. 25: Teen Crafternoon (ages 13-17), 3-4 p.m.
Sept. 25: PennWriters Writing Group, 6-9 p.m.
Sept. 26: Movers and Groovers (ages 2-5), 10:30-11 a.m.
Sept. 27: Block Party (ages 0-3), 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Sept. 27: Dungeons & Dragons (ages 13-17), 4-6 p.m.
Sept. 28: Crafty Crafters Club, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Palmyra Public Library
50 Landings Dr., Annville
717-838-1347; palmyra.lclibs.org

Sept. 2, 3: Genealogy Group, 10-11 a.m.
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Strength & Stretching 50+, 10-11 a.m.
Sept. 11, 18, 25: Smart Start Storytime, 12:15-1:15 p.m.
Sept. 23: BYO Craft Night (adults 18+), 4:30-6:45 p.m.
Sept. 25: Intro to Canva, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Sept. 30: Little Explorers Early Learning Classes, 10:30-11 a.m.

Perry County Council of the Arts
Landis House, 67 N. 4^th St., Newport
717-567-7023; perrycountyarts.org

Sept. 10: Sunflowers Watercolor Workshop, 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 13: Macrame Wristlet Keychain Class, 6-7 p.m.

The Smith Gallery & Fine Custom Framing
190 Reno Ave., New Cumberland
717-774-4301; smithcustomframing.com

Sept. 21: Artist Demo with Linda Williard, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

The State Museum of Pennsylvania
300 North St., Harrisburg
717-787-4980; statemuseumpa.org

Sept. 1: Exploration Earth, 11-11:30 a.m.
Sept. 1: Apollo 11, 2-2:30 p.m.
Sept. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26: Passport to the Universe, 1-1:30 p.m.
Sept. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26: Faster than Light, 2-2:30 p.m.
Sept. 4-29: Legends of the Night Sky, 1-1:30 p.m.
Sept. 6, 7, 8,: Stargazing—Tonight’s Sky Live Chat, 3 p.m.
Sept. 6, 21: Storytime, 10:30 a.m.
Sept. 7, 13, 14, 21, 27, 28: Constellations, 12-12:30 p.m.
Sept. 13: Curiosity Kids—Abstract Art, 11:30 a.m.
Sept. 20: Football, 11:30 a.m.
Sept. 20: Virtual Program—Abandoned Mine Drainage in the Susquehanna River Basin, 12:15-12:45 p.m.

Susquehanna Art Museum
1401 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg
717-233-8668; susquehannaartmuseum.org

Sept. 12: Pre-K Paper Play, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Susquehanna Folk Music Society
717-745-6577; sfmsfolk.org

Sept. 17: Oral History Workshop, 6 p.m.

Wheel of Light Studio
3738 Peters Mountain Rd., Halifax
wheeloflightstudio.com

Sept. 7: Mosaic Apple Workshop,1-3 p.m.
Sept. 14: Make a Mug Workshop, 3-4:30 p.m.
Sept. 18: Halloween Paint with Wool, 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 18: Needle Felted Succulents, 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 21: Hand Built Butter Dish Workshop, 4-6 p.m.
Sept. 28: Scarecrow Gourds, 1-3 p.m.
Sept. 28: September Sunflowers Painting, 1-3 p.m.
Sept. 28: Autumn Gnomes Clay Workshop, 3-5 p.m.

Wildwood Park
100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg
717-221-0292; explorewildwoodpark.org

Sept. 1: Sunday Evening Bird Walk, 6-8 p.m.
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25: Wednesday Wellness Walk, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Sept. 7: Fall Wreath Workshop, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Sept. 14: Volunteer Work Day, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sept. 14: Upcycled Crafts (ages 5 and older), 1-4 p.m.
Sept. 15: Flower Walk—Flower Walk: Goldenrods, Asters and Other Fall Surprises, 1:30-3 p.m.
Sept. 27: Campfire Smores and Stories, 7-8:30 p.m.
Sept. 29: Sustainable Floristry—A Different Approach, 1-3:30 p.m.
Sept. 29: Kids Discover—Camouflage (ages 5-10), 1:30-3 p.m.

William H. & Marion C. Alexander Family Library
200 W. Second St., Hummelstown
717-566-0949; dcls.org

Sept. 21: The Plot Thickens, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Sept. 28: Crafternoon in the Library, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Live Music

American Music Theatre
2425 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster
717-397-7700; amtshows.com

Sept. 6: Cat Power sings Bob Dylan
Sept. 8: Fall Doo Wop Cavalcade
Sept. 15 Ricky Nelson Remembered with Mattew and Gunnar Nelson
Sept. 18: Spider Man—Across the Spider-Verse in concert
Sept. 20: Amy Grant
Sept. 21: Ozark Mountain Daredevils
Sept. 22: Home Free
Sept. 26: Girl Named Tom
Sept. 28: Josh Turner, Harper Grace

Appalachian Brewing Co./Abbey Bar
50 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg
717-221-1083; abcbrew.com

Sept. 12, 26: Open Mic and Jam Night
Sept. 20: Serene Green, JP Biondo of Cabinet
Sept. 20: James Klippel
Sept. 28: Deerhoof

Appell Center for the Performing Arts
50 N. George St., York
717-846-1111; appellcenter.org

Sept. 11: Croce Plays Croce
Sept. 12: The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John with Michael Cavanaugh

Arts on the Square
20 S. Second St., Harrisburg
717-257-1270; marketsquarechurch.org

Sept. 29: concert organist Felix Hell

Blues Society of Central PA
Champions Sports Bar and Grill
300 2nd St., Highspire
bscpblues.com

Sept 5, 12, 19, 26: Blues Jams
Sept 22: Fall Show with The Cinelli Brothers and Lowry Blues Band

Carlisle Theatre
44 West High St., Carlisle
717-258-0666; carlisletheatre.org

Sept. 7: The Hair Band Experience with Rock of Love, Armageddon, & Jovi
Sept. 27: Top of the World, Tribute to The Carpenters

The Englewood
1219 Research Blvd., Hummelstown
717-256-9480; englewoodhershey.com

Sept. 17: Jon McLaughlin
Sept. 21: The Maxwell Project
Sept. 27: Satisfaction—The International Rolling Stones Tribute

Gretna Music
gretnamusic.org

Sept. 1: Tesla Quartet with Joel Fan
Sept. 7: Copland’s Appalachian Spring

H*MAC
1110 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg
717-441-7506; harrisburgarts.com

Sept. 4: Jackyl
Sept. 6: Pop Rocks
Sept. 6: Dead By April, Of Virtue
Sept. 9: Dogpark
Sept. 10: Brujeria
Sept. 11: Bowling for Soup
Sept. 13: Coal Chamber
Sept. 13: VRSTY
Sept. 14 Succubus—A Tribute to Incubus
Sept. 20: Sevendust, 10 Years, Return to Dust, Horizon Theory
Sept. 21: Jahvillani
Sept. 26: JINJER, Hanabie, Born of Osiris
Sept. 27: The Lox
Sept. 27: Mihali, Dry Beef

Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra
The Forum at 5th and Walnut St., Harrisburg
717-545-5527; harrisburgsymphony.org

Sept. 28-29: Beethoven 5

Harrisburg University Presents
concertseries.harrisburgu.edu

Sept. 21: Pete Yorn at XL Live

Hershey Theatre
15 E. Caracas Ave., Hershey
717-534-3405; hersheytheatre.com

Sept. 15: STYX
Sept. 21: Beth Hart

Hollywood Casino
777 Hollywood Blvd., Grantville
717-469-2211; hollywoodpnrc.com

Sept. 6: Twisted Charm w/ DJ Gallo
Sept. 6: Deuce Unplugged Duo
Sept. 7: Dirty Deeds (Xtreme AC/DC Tribute Band)
Sept. 7: Shine Delphi
Sept. 13: Vertigo Vultures
Sept. 13: Dave Kelly Duo
Sept. 20: Bad Sister
Sept. 20: Curtis Smith
Sept. 21: Chorduroy
Sept. 21: Dave Kelly Duo
Sept. 27: Hunkajunk
Sept. 27: Jason Carst
Sept. 28: Josh Squared Band w/ DJ Magic
Sept. 28: Jaded Acoustic Duo

Lovedrafts Brewing Co.
165 Gateway Dr., Mechanicsburg
lovedraftsbrewing.com

Sept. 6: Silverstein
Sept. 7: The Lemonheads
Sept. 9: Deicide
Sept. 10: Set For Tomorrow
Sept. 12: Julien K
Sept. 13: Taylor Acorn
Sept. 17: CKY
Sept. 20: The Emo Night Tour
Sept. 23: Goatwhore
Sept. 24: Soulja Boy
Sept. 26: Helmet & Local H
Sept. 28: This Way to the Egress, Aurelio Voltaire
Sept. 29: Horns and Hearts Benefit featuring Defiant, Ruiness, Cass and The Bailout Crew, Voidhidden, Seldom Fade, and Jon Garcia and The Hopeless Romantics

Luhrs Performing Arts Center
1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg
717-477-7469; luhrscenter.com

Sept. 1: PA Gospel Festival
Sept. 7: Ricky Skaggs, Kentucky Thunder
Sept. 26: The Beach Boys
Sept. 27: 38 Special

Majestic Theater
25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg
717-337-8200; gettysburgmajestic.org

Sept. 20: Wind Symphony & Jazz Ensemble Concert

Market Square Concerts
www.marketsquareconcerts.org

Sept. 22: Accordionist Hanzhi Wang
Sept. 25: Calidore String Quartet

Messiah University
One University Ave., Mechanicsburg
717-766-2511; messiah.edu

Sept. 15: Mendelssohn Piano Trio
Sept. 20: Messiah University Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds
Sept. 29: Tromba Mundi, World Trumpet Ensemble

Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art
176 Water Company Rd., Millersburg
717-692-3699; nedsmithcenter.org

Sept. 7: Wooden Ships—The Crosby, Stills & Nash Tribute

The Susquehanna Folk Music Society
717-745-6577; sfmsfolk.org

Sept. 26: Skye Consort & Emma Björling

XL Live
801 S. 10^th St., Harrisburg
717-409-8975; xlhbg.com

Sept. 8: Gogol Bordello, Crazy and The Brains
Sept. 12: Dopapod
Sept. 13: Hawthorne Heights
Sept. 14: Dark Star Orchestra
Sept. 21: Pete Yorn presented by Harrisburg University
Sept 23: Highly Suspect, Dead Poet Society
Sept. 28: Pink Talking Fish—A Fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish

West Shore Theatre
317 Bridge St., New Cumberland
717-759-5464; www.westshoretheatre.org

Sept. 5: The Vapors with The Jellybricks
Sept. 21: Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
Sept. 29: Acute Inflections

The Stage Door

Appell Center for the Performing Arts
50 N. George St., York
717-846-1111; appellcenter.org

Sept. 13: “The Diary of Black Men”
Sept. 19: Garrison Keillor
Sept. 28: “Bored Teachers—The Struggle is Real”

Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster
717-898-1900; DutchApple.com

Sept. 1-28: “Jersey Boys”

Gamut Theatre Group
15 N. 4th St., Harrisburg
717-238-4111; gamuttheatre.org

Sept. 18-Oct. 5: “Sleeping Beauty” (Popcorn Hat Players)

Sept. 27: TMI Improv

Harrisburg Comedy Zone
110 Limekiln Rd., New Cumberland
717-920-5653; harrisburgcomedyzone.com

Sept. 6, 7: Rob Ward and Britton Grace
Sept. 13, 14: J. Bliss and TBA
Sept. 21: Jay Stevens and Ben Jones Sept.

Harrisburg Improv Theatre
1633 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg
hbgimprov.com

Sept. 6: Free Improv Jam, REAL Fast Coast Wives of Central PA, Add ’em Together, The Offbeats – An Improvised Musical, Say No More, Bandito
Sept. 7: Free Improv Mixer, Solo Sleepover, Elderprov, Love Triangle, Our Bizarre Adventure
Sept. 13: Free Improv Jam, Spontaneous Combustion, Adult Play Date, Spice Crones, Next Leve
Sept. 14: Free Improv Mixer, This Show Will Self Destruct, Ham Juice, Schtickzprobe – An Improvised Musical
Sept. 20: Free Improv Jam, Bondfire Society, GirlZilla, Leg Of Lamp, Euphoria, Team Z, Holy Moly
Sept. 21: Free Improv Mixer, Uncomfortable, Foleying Around In the Dark, Rockstar Goes Supernova, Blackest Thing Ever
Sept. 27: Free Improv Jam, Spontaneous Combustion, Adult Play Date, Lil Stinkers, Original 6, Day Trippers
Sept. 28: Free Kid Friendly Improv Mixer, Phil’s Arcade, All Over the Place, Cosmic Trash, And Another Thing

Hershey Area Playhouse
830 Cherry Dr., Hershey
717-533-8525; hersheyareaplayhouse.com

Sept. 12-15: “Chicago”

Hershey Theatre
15 E. Caracas Ave., Hershey
717-534-3405; hersheytheatre.com

Sept. 24-29: “Beetlejuice”

Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg
915 S. York St., Mechanicsburg
717-766-0535; ltmpa.com

Sept. 8: “Broadway Bound”

Open Stage
223 Walnut St., Harrisburg
717-232-OPEN; openstagehbg.com

Sept. 6-21: “Go Your Own Way—A Celebration of Fleetwood Mac”
Sept. 11: Black Newsbeat with Dr. Kimeka Campbell
Sept. 28: EFF Live!

Oyster Mill Playhouse
1001 Oyster Mill Road, Camp Hill
717-737-6768; www.oystermill.com

Sept. 13-29: “Boeing Boeing”

Theatre Harrisburg
513 Hurlock St., Harrisburg
717-232-5501; theatreharrisburg.com

Sept. 6-22: “Cabaret”

The Ware Center
42 N. Prince St., Lancaster
717-871-2308; artsmu.com

Sept. 6: We the People First Friday

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Capital Blue Cross’ Push for Health Equity in Harrisburg

August 29, 2024 | by Todd Shamash

SPONSORED CONTENT: The Harrisburg region is a wonderful place to live and work, and Capital Blue Cross is proud to be a part of the region’s ongoing growth and success. We started in Harrisburg more than 85 years ago, and we continue to proudly call this area our home.

Central Pennsylvania, like so many areas of the country, struggles to ensure everyone has access to quality, affordable healthcare that can help them enjoy fulfilling, productive lives. Disparities in health equity, regardless of the cause, can hamper the quality of life not just for individuals, but for entire communities.

It doesn’t have to be this way, and Capital is proud of the work we do to improve health equity and promote health and wellness in the Harrisburg region.

A perfect example is our intensified health equity efforts, which help ensure affordable, quality care is accessible to all who need it. Together with our likeminded community partners, we’ve helped fund numerous health equity-focused initiatives in and around Harrisburg, including:

The WellSpan Mobile Mammography Coach, which provides essential breast cancer screenings to uninsured and underinsured women across six area counties regardless of their ability to pay.
Healthy Harrisburg, piloted by the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation, which provides resources to help UPMC’s most vulnerable patients.
Mission of Mercy, which helps the underinsured and uninsured access essential medical care.
Alder Health Services, which strives to improve the health and well-being of the area’s LGBTQ+ communities and individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
Harrisburg Area Community College’s dental program, which provides affordable, accessible care to those who might otherwise struggle to find it.

Again, we back these varied and vital initiatives because we believe that closing gaps in care—and opening doors to affordable, accessible, quality healthcare—is critical to Capital’s core mission. But health equity isn’t the only area we support as we march toward that goal; Capital also helps fund essential regional programs that bolster basic human needs and services, as well as education, culture and the arts.

Capital’s contributions to important regional causes aren’t just financial. We also give ourselves—our energy, our passion, our talent and our time. We do it through a robust Capital Blue Cross Employee Volunteer Program that last year saw 386 Capital employees log 8,765 hours of volunteer community service. To put that in context, an entire calendar year has 8,760 hours, meaning our employees gave a full year’s worth of time towards causes they care about.

Our employees take part in multiple community donation drives and fundraiser events that Capital hosts throughout the year. Chief among those is our annual support of United Way of the Capital Region (UWCR). For three years running, Capital’s campaign to help the United Way has raised more than $500,000 a year to support vital programs and services, helping empower area individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency.

Whether it’s donating millions of our dollars over the years to critical health or life-quality programs or donating thousands of hours of our time, we are grateful to be able to work with all of you toward the common goal of a healthy, thriving Harrisburg.

We’ll continue to do our part by going that extra mile every day to help our area grow, prosper, and meet its enormous potential.

Todd Shamash is president and CEO of Capital Blue Cross.

For more information, visit www.capbluecross.com.

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Harrisburg pledges to crack down on trucks illegally parking in neighborhoods

August 28, 2024 | by Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg zoning map

Harrisburg is urging trucks to watch where they’re parking.

The city on Wednesday reminded commercial vehicle drivers to only park in designated areas, as police have noticed a growing illegal parking issue.

Trucks, tractor trailers and other large vehicles are only permitted to park in areas zoned Commercial General (CG), Commercial Neighborhood (CN) or Industrial (IND). A map above shows where those areas are.

PennDOT defines commercial vehicles as any type of motor vehicle used for transporting goods or passengers for compensation, according to the city.

Commercial vehicles that do not park in the correct zones will be increasingly ticketed, possibly daily. Vehicles parked in the correct zones will still be required to follow other parking ordinances, such as street sweeping.

According to the city, the Harrisburg Police Bureau has noticed sometimes up to five trucks per block, parking overnight in residential areas. This most commonly occurs in Uptown, along Division Street, 6th Street and 4th Street, near Italian Lake and the former William Penn High School.

City officials say the main concern with the illegal parking is public safety.

“We are starting to see issues when it comes to emergency vehicles like fire trucks being able to access more narrow streets,” said Deputy Police Chief Kenny Young. “We are also noticing kids running between cars, and if a large truck is parked on the street, it proves to be a sight obstruction for not only pedestrians, but other drivers coming down the street.”

For more information, visit the city’s website.

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