Still-Life Lives: “Petit Maman” quietly captures a family’s story

April 29, 2022 | by Sammi Leigh Melville

“Petit Maman.” Image courtesy of NEON.

Director Céline Sciamma, who gave us “Girlhood” and “Portrait of a Lady on Fire,” is back with “Petite Maman,” a soft, assuring look at the strange family bond that crosses the borders of time.

Eight-year-old Nelly (Joséphine Sanz) has just lost her grandmother. She and her parents take a trip to clean out her mother’s childhood home—the memories of which prove overwhelming to Nelly’s mother (Nina Meurisse), who suddenly leaves for a few days while the family continues cleaning. The day that she leaves, Nelly goes exploring in the woods near the house and finds a girl who shares her mother’s name (Marion, played by Gabrielle Sanz) building a tree fort in her mother’s old romping grounds. The two quickly bond, and Nelly discovers a time-bending opportunity to be her mother’s friend.

“Petite Maman” is the antithesis of plot-heavy. The story avoids complexity, which is a breath of fresh air in terms of most time travel stories, focusing more on the relationship than the science. It is also a fantastically mature depiction of childhood, as there are only a handful of times in which the two children laugh. The film is sober and quiet, which reflects the topics the kids broach with each other (death, illness, the future, the past), but the tone does take a moment to swallow, especially with how young the two kids are.

Sciamma does a beautiful job of painting this still life, though still adding enough movement to be engaging. The Sanz twins, playing mother and daughter in their youngest forms, bring an obvious chemistry to the table, and the fact that the actors are twins makes it all the more perfect. For that is what the film is about, really—mother and daughter get a chance to feel sisterhood with each other. It’s a beautiful piece with a beautiful concept at its core. Don’t miss “Petite Maman,” playing at Midtown Cinema in May.

Midtown Cinema is located at 250 Reily St., Harrisburg. For more information, visit www.midtowncinema.com.

May Events At Midtown Cinema

Film Openings
“Petit Maman”
Friday, May 6

“Happening”
Friday, May 13

“Emergency” and “Downton Abbey: A New Era”
Friday, May 20

Down in Front!
Riffs on “Future War” (1997)
Friday, May 6, 9:30ish

“Friday the 13th” (1980)
Friday, May 13, 9:30 p.m.

23rd Annual Moviate Underground Film Festival
May 13-15

Sneak Peek
“Downton Abbey: A New Era”
Wednesday, May 18

3rd in the Burg Movie Night
“Spirited Away” (2001)
Friday, May 20, 9:30 p.m.

“Feeling Asian American”
Documentary premiere w/filmmakers
Saturday, May 21

“Spirited Away” (2001)
Saturday, May 21, 3:30 p.m.

The 2022 Edward S. Finkelstein Harrisburg Jewish Film Festival
May 19 to June 1, online and in-person
Full schedule at hbgjff.com

Saturday, May 21
8:45 p.m. “Love and Mazel Tov”

Sunday, May 22
9 a.m.: “Gentleman’s Agreement”
2 p.m.: “Unheard Voices” and “Marry Me However”
4:45 p.m.: “A Lullaby for the Valley”
7 p.m.: “Image of Victory”

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Happenings: Our May Calendar of Events

April 29, 2022 | by Missy Smith

Museums & Art Spaces

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

“Orphan Cars—Vehicles from Discontinued Marques & Brands,” a collection of cars, buses, and motorcycles represents discontinued marques and brands from across the motoring landscape, May 21 to Oct. 23

“ATVs: Off-Road Adventure,” an exhibit of 3-wheel and 4-wheel ATV machines from the 1970s, ‘80s, ‘90s, and early 2000s, May 21-Oct. 16

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

“Relational Structure/On Site,” two sculptural exhibitions under one roof, with a collection of work by Kathryn Yoder in first floor galleries and the work of Nicole Herbert in the second floor galleries, through May 12

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

“Springing into Art: MSPC Members’ Show,” May 15 to July 17; reception, May 15, 12-1:30 p.m.

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

“Oil and Water,” with oil painter Julie Riker and watercolor artist Pam Wenger, who share their diverse medium, subject matter and styles, through May 18

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

May artist of the month

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

“Less Than Three,” senior studio majors thesis exhibition, through May 21

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

“Creative Synthesis of Organic Life,” woodturnings by Toby Bouder and pressed flower pictures by Judy Bouder, through May 14

Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA)
hersheyareaartassociation.com

Art by Hershey Area Art Association members Gary Shiner and Chris Dillon, May 1-31, at Backstage Café Art Gallery at Allen Theatre, Annville

Works by Marilyn Traini, Jim and Shirley Davis, Marie Gamon, Wendy Craig, Sue Ann Myers, Stephen Durick, Stephanie Lewis, Deb and George Reitbauer, and Kathleen Forney, through June 10

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

New works by Yachiyo Beck, Richard Souders, Elaine Elledge, and Linda Benton McCloskey, through 15

New works by John Davis, Judy Kelly, Marsha Souders, Tami Bitner, Erica Binder, May 17-June 12

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)
Landis House, 67 N. 4th Street
717-567-7023; perrycountyarts.org

“Director’s Choice,” featuring outstanding student artwork from Youth Art Day 2022, May 10-Aug. 4; reception: June 18, 1-3 p.m.

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

“Frame of Mind,” a display of artwork in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month that will explore how artwork can be an outlet for self-expression, through June 11

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

2022 South Central Pennsylvania Scholastic Art Awards, through May 8

“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.

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

“World Traveler/Shelter At Home,” works by Diana Jensen, who took inspiration from an anonymous assortment of vernacular photos for her paintings, through June 19

“In Nature’s Studio,” showcasing a bounty of early 19th century through late 20th century American artists’ depictions of the landscape, through May 22

“Hedy O’Beil—The Late Work,” a selection of work from the 1970s to mid-1980s, through June 19

“Mythologies of Motherhood,” personal stories of artists currently raising children, through June 26

“Project—Nature” offers a sneak peek of the current VanGo! Museum on Wheels exhibition Nature in Art, featuring the work of Victoria Fuller, through Aug. 22

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

“A Contemplation of Scenery—The Vesell Family Collection,” May 25–July 31

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

“Art in the Wild” features works of art composed of mostly natural materials to blend with Wildwood’s natural setting, through Sept. 30

Winters Heritage House Museum
41-47 E. High St., Elizabethtown
717-367-4672; elizabethtownhistory.org

“Annual Quilt Show,” colorful, historical and beautiful quilted works of art, May 1-31

Read, Make, Learn

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

May 3-17: Weaving on a Simple Frame, Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
May 3-24: Beginning Oil Painting, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
May 3-24: Intermediate/Advanced Painting, 1-3:30 p.m.
May 3-24: Beginning Oil Painting, Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.
May 7-28: Figure Drawing, Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
May 11-25: Mixed Media Art Journaling, Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m.
May 11-June 1: Abstract Painting, Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m.
May 13: Craft Beer & Clay, 7-9 p.m.
May 18: Suicide Loss Survivors, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
May 18-June 22: Wheel 101, Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m.
May 25-June 15: Sketching Around Carlisle, Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
May 28: Crackle Enamels, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Dauphin County Library System
dcls.org

May 2, 3: Born to Read (birth-18 months), 9:30-10 a.m.
May 2, 9, 16, 23: Board Game Club, 6-7 p.m.
May 3: Lively Minds—Photography Workshop, 5:30 p.m.
May 3: All Ages Storytime on Zoom, 6 p.m.
May 4: Toddler Storytime (ages 19-35 months) on Zoom, 11-11:40 a.m.
May 4: Secret Agent Academy, 4-4:45 p.m.
May 4: Hear Me Out—Fake News and Media Literacy, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
May 4, 5: All Ages Storytime on Zoom, 10:15 a.m.
May 4, 5: All Ages Storytime, 10:15 a.m.
May 5: Anime Club (ages 13-18), 4-5 p.m.
May 5, 17: Virtual Dungeons and Dragons, 7-8 p.m.
May 6: Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5 years) on Zoom, 10:15-10:55 a.m.
May 6, 13, 20, 27: Virtual Tween Dungeons and Dragons, 4-5 p.m.
May 6, 13, 20, 27: Virtual Teen Dungeons and Dragons, 4-5 p.m.
May 10: Navigating the Housing Market in-person and on Zoom, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
May 11: Spanish Language Conversation Group (ages 15 and older) on Zoom, 6-7 p.m.
May 12, 19, 26: Wellness & Exercise Program, 2-3 p.m.
May 14, 28: Chess Club, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
May 18: Virtual Young Adult Book Club (ages 13-18), 4-5:30 p.m.
May 18: Tea Tasting, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
May 19: Sip & Speak, 3-4:30 p.m.
May 20: Third in the Burg—Tiny Herbarium, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
May 23: Spanish Grammar Workshop, 4-5 p.m.
May 26: Adopt a Houseplant, 4-6 p.m.

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

May 5, 12, 19, 26: Fiber Artists, 3 p.m.
May 12, 26: Knitter’s Group, 5 p.m.
May 14: Fiber Artists, 10 a.m.
May 17: Musik Time, 10:30 a.m.
May 21: Book Discussion Group, 10 a.m.
May 21: Knitter’s Group, 10 a.m.

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

April 6: Virtual Illustrated Talk—Pre-Colonial Pennsylvania, 7-8 p.m.

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

May 2: STEM—Star Wars Science, 6 to 8 p.m.
May 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25: Discovery Zone Fun, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
May 2, 9, 16: Spring Story Times, 10-10:30 a.m.
May 2, 9, 16: Children’s Story Times, 11-11:30 a.m.
May 2, 9, 16, 23: Mission Transition Kindergarten, 6-7 p.m.
May 2, 16: Zoom—Frederickson Writes on Zoom, 6:45-8:45 p.m.
May 3: Curl up with the Classics—“American Short Stories,” 10-11 a.m. (in person and on Zoom)
May 3: Teen STEAM Lab—Minecraft Terrariums/Swords, 4-5:30 p.m., 6-7:30 p.m.
May 3: Natalie D. Craumer Writers’ Workshop, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
May 3, 10, 17: READ to Dogs, 6:30-8 p.m.
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Career Exploration Workshop, 10:30 a.m., 4:30 p.m.
May 4: Moving Forward Book Group w/ Hospice of Central PA, 1-2 p.m.
May 4: Fake News & Media Literacy: A ‘Hear Me Out’ Dialogue, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
May 4: Peaceful Poses PJ Yoga for kids, 7:30-8 p.m.
May 5: Teen Book Club, 6-7 p.m.
May 5, 12, 19: Children’s Story Times, 6:30-7 p.m.
May 5, 12, 19, 26: Language at the Library—Spanish, 10-11 a.m.
May 5, 12, 19, 26: Resume Writing Workshop, 10:30-11:30 a.m., 4:30-5:30 p.m.
May 6: Chess Club, 6:30 p.m.
May 6, 13, 20, 27: Get That Job! Workshop, 10:30 a.m., 4:30 p.m.
May 6, 20: Peaceful Poses Children’s Yoga Story Time, 10-11 a.m.
May 7: Library for Lunch—Growing, 1 p.m.
May 7, 14, 21, 28: Teen Grab and Go Bag (ages 7-12), 1 p.m.
May 9: Philosophers’ Roundtable, 2-3:30 p.m.
May 9: Twisted Stitchers, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
May 10: Teen Comics Club, 6-7 p.m.
May 10: Young Explorers (ages 5-8), 6:30-7:30 p.m.
May 10, 17, 24, 31: Master Gardener Plant Clinics, 6-7:30 p.m.
May 10, 24: Spending Plans—A Roadmap to Financial Success, 6-7 p.m.
May 11: Mock Interview Sessions, 2-4 p.m.
May 13: Kid’s Paint Night, 6:30 p.m.
May 13, 27: Film Fridays, 2 p.m., 7 p.m.
May 14: Teen STEAM—Stop Motion Animation (ages 12-18), 1:30-4:30 p.m.
May 14: Young Explorers (ages 5-8), 1:30-3 p.m.
May 14, 28: STEM Grab & Go, 1 p.m.
May 16, 23: Questioneere STEAM (ages 7-10), 6 p.m., 7 p.m.
May 17: Tween STEAM Lab—Minecraft Terrariums/Swords, 4-5:30 p.m., 6-7:30 p.m.
May 19: Plot Twisters, 6-7 p.m.
May 20: Family Movie Night, 6:30-8 p.m.
May 23: Fredricksen Reads & Author Visit—“The Bright Unknown,” 7-8 p.m.
May 24: Master Gardeners of Cumberland County’s Gardening with Nature, 7-8:30 p.m.

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

May 7: On the Porch with Toby Bouder, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
May 8: Mother’s Day Paint Class, 4-7 p.m.
May 17: Mini-Album Photo Montage, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
May 21: Drawing Basics, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
May 28: Market Basket Workshop, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
May 28: On the Porch with Carrie Feidt, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

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

April 20-June 8: Level 1 Intro to Improv, Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m.

Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA)
hersheyareaartassociation.com

May 10-June 7: Plein Air Painting, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

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

May 2: Pencils and Pints at Troegs, 6:30 p.m.
May 4: Silent Book Group at Mount Gretna Craft Brewery, 6:30 p.m.
May 7: SPLAT Studio (ages 2-6+), 2:30-3:45 p.m.
May 11: The Lincoln Four—The Pursuit, Capture, and Execution of the Lincoln Conspirators, 7-8 p.m.
May 14: The Wonderful World of Islamic Art, 2-3:30 p.m.

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

May 2, 9, 16, 23: Rhyme Time, 10:15 a.m., 5:15 p.m.
May 2, 9, 16, 23: Toddler Time, 10:45 a.m., 5:45 p.m.
May 2, 9, 16, 23: Storybook STEAM, 6:30 p.m.
May 3: From Refugee to Entrepreneur, 1-3 p.m.
May 3: Teen Game Night, 6-7 p.m.
May 3: Tween Scene, 6-7 p.m.
May 3, 10, 17, 24: Tea and Stitches, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
May 5, 12, 19, 26: Mah Jongg, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
May 6, 13, 20, 27: LEGO Time, 10:15-11:15 a.m.
May 9, 23: English Conversation Club, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
May 10: STEAM Club (grades 1-2), 6-7 p.m.
May 10: STEAM Club (grades 3-5), 6-7 p.m.
May 11: Mad About Mysteries on Zoom, 7-8 p.m.
May 13, 27: Dungeons and Dragons (ages 6-12), 6-8 p.m.
May 14, 28: Block Party, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
May 16: Monday Night Book Club, 7-8 p.m.
May 17: Kindergarten Readiness, 1 p.m.
May 17, 19: Kindergarten Readiness, 6 p.m.
May 19: Thursday Morning Book Club, 10 a.m.
May 21: Discovery Club, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
May 21: Adventure Club, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
May 21: Teen Squad, 3-4 p.m.
May 24: Tabletop Game Night, 6-8 p.m.
May 28: Trivia at Home—Yellowstone, 6-8 p.m.
May 31: Tales for TAILS!, 6-7 p.m.

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

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Young Adult Group, 4 p.m.
May 4, 11, 18, 25: Common Roads (ages 12-17), 6-8 p.m.
May 7, 14, 21, 28: Passageways, 2 p.m.
May 10, 24: Queers and Quests game night, 6 p.m.
May 12: Aging with Pride Luncheon, 12 p.m.
May 14: LGBTQ Book Club, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Middletown Public Library
20 N. Catherine St., Middletown
717-944-6412; middletownpubliclib.org

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Storytime and Craft, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Tales with T.A.I.L.S., 6-7 p.m.
May 5: Book Club, 6-7 p.m.
May 5, 12, 19, 26: LEGO and STEM Club, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
May 6, 13, 20, 27: Online Science Fiction Book Club
May 6, 13, 20, 27: Star Trek Rewatch online group
May 16: Mystery Book Club (in person and online), 6-7 p.m.

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

May 5: An Evening with Silvia Vasquez-Lavado, 7-8 p.m.
May 6: Will Jawando with Deray McKesson, 7-8 p.m.
May 13: An Evening with Jason Rekulak, 7-8 p.m.
May 26: David S. Brown with Scott Lamar, 7-8 p.m.

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

May 14: Fluid Art, 12-3 p.m.
May 21: Advanced Fluid Art, 12-4 p.m.
May 26-28: 33-Day Large Abstract Painting Workshop

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

May 14: Lessons in History Presentation w/Steve T. Phan, 1-2 p.m.

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

May 21: Nature Journaling for Adults, 1-3 p.m.

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

May 1-31: Beanstack Challenge—For the Love of Reading (ages 0-18)
May 2-23: Outdoor Storytime & More (ages 2-5), 10:30 a.m.
May 2-23: Outdoor Book Babies (ages 0-2), 11:15 a.m.
May 5: Ruth’s Mystery Discussion Group, 10:15 a.m.-12 p.m.
May 5: Mother’s Day Program (ages 4 and up), 5:30-6:30 p.m.
May 6, 20: Movers & Groovers (ages 2-5), 10:30-11 a.m.
May 7, 21: Book Sales, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
May 9, 23: Monday Great Books Discussion Group, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
May 10: Book Review Program, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
May 10: Tales for Tails (ages 6-12), 6:30-7:30 p.m.
May 11: Egg Carton Gardening (ages 4-8), 5:30-6:30 p.m.
May 11, 25: Wednesday Great Books Discussion Group, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
May 12, 26: Block Party! (ages 0-3), 10:30-11:30 a.m.
May 14: Write-On Writer’s Workshop, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
May 14: The Beauty of Trees—Mixed Media & Quilling, 2-3 p.m.
May 17: Kid Builders! (ages 3 and up), 5:30-6:30 p.m.
May 18: Wellness Wednesday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
May 19: Evening Family Storytime, 6:30-7 p.m.
May 21: Couponing for Extreme Savings, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
May 21: Children’s Book Writers Critique Group, 2-4 p.m.
May 23: Music & More Mondays (ages 3-7), 5:30-6 p.m.
May 25: KIND Club—Kids Interested in Novels of Diversity on Zoom (ages 8-12), 5:30-6:30 p.m.
May 25: PennWriters Writing Group, 6-9 p.m.

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

May 4, 11, 18, 25: Smart Start Storytime, 12:15-12:45 p.m.
May 9: Palmyra Public Library Book Club, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

May 1-29: Highlights Tour, 1:30-2:30 p.m. (Wednesdays-Sundays)
May 6, 21: Storytime, 10:30 a.m.
May 13: Virtual Learn at Lunchtime—Backyard Gardening for Food, 12:15-12:45 p.m.
May 20: Virtual Learn at Lunchtime—Paper Wasps in a Changing Urban World, 12:15-12:45 p.m.

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

May 3: Spring Flower Walk at Detweiler Park, 2:30-4 p.m.
May 4: Birdwalk—Peak Migration, 7:30-9:30 a.m.
May 7: Detweiler Park Birdwalk, 7:30-9:30 a.m.
May 7: Painting in the Park, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
May 7: Junior Girl Scouts—Animal Habitats, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
May 12: Detweiler Park Photo Hike
May 12: Ikebana Japanese Flower Arranging Workshop, 6-7:30 p.m.
May 13: Walk and Talk with a Master Gardener, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
May 14: Volunteer Work Day, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
May 14: Sign Design Workshop, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
May 15: Penn State Extension Master Gardeners’ Home Gardening Series—Growing Summer Bulbs, 1-2:30 p.m.
May 15: Kids Discover—Things with Wings (ages 5-10) at Lykens Glen Park, 1:30-3 p.m.
May 17: Fort Hunter Historical Tree Walk, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
May 21: Friends of Wildwood Bus Trip, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
May 22: Forest Therapy at Detweiler Park, 1-3 p.m.
May 22: Flower Walk—Jack-in-the-Pulpits & Other Spring Flowers, 1:30-3 p.m.
May 28: Kids Discover—Songbirds (ages 4-6), 10-11:30 a.m.
May 28: Kids Discover—Songbirds (ages 7-10), 1:30-3 p.m.

Winters Heritage House Museum
41-47 E. High St., Elizabethtown
717-367-4672; elizabethtownhistory.org

May 21: Vintage Quilts, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Live Music

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

May 6: Gary Allan
May 7: Crowder
May 10: Chicago
May 13: Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
May 15: David Foster
May 22: Jimmy Fortune, The Malpass Brothers, Wilson Fairchild
May 27, 28: Girl Named Tom

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

May 20: Allison de Groot, Tatiana Hargreaves presented by Susquehanna Folk Music Society

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

May 6: Jazz in the City
May 14: Vincent Bohanan & the Sound of Victory
May 21: York Symphony

Boneshire Brew Works
7462 Derry St., Harrisburg
717-469-5007; boneshire.com

May 12: Shawan Rice
May 19: Bret Alexander

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

May 20: Angel, Corky Laing’s Mountain

Central PA Friends of Jazz
www.friendsofjazz.org

May 22: Vanessa Rubin at Rose Lehrman Arts Center

Central Pennsylvania Womyn’s Chorus
cpwchorus.org

May 14: Spring Concert

Dauphin County Library System
dcls.org

May 20: Angela Easterling

Elizabethtown College
1 Alpha Dr., Elizabethtown
717-361-1212; www.etown.edu

May 1: Spring Choral Concert
May 4: Spring Concert

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

May 4: Sarah Shook & The Disarmers
May 6: Blind Pigeons Records Showcase with Gleasons Drift, Leisure Living and The Margie Trick
May 7: AMFM (Andy Mowatt’s Frequency Movement)
May 14: Trey Alexander Band
May 21: The Dilemma Band at Bikes & Beers, Hershey
May 21: MauveStröm
May 28: U2Topia with The April Skies

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

May 5: The Rumjacks
May 6: Enkay 47, Travill
May 6: Warren Zeiders
May 7: Texas in July
May 7: Subdocta
May 8: Smile Empty Soul
May 9: The Veer Union
May 10: Sevendust
May 11: Ignite
May 14: All That Remains
May 14: Medusa’s Disco
May 15: Hatebreed
May 19: Martin Sexton
May 20: Born of Osiris, Veil of Maya
May 21: The Exploited, CRO-MAGS, TOTAL CHAOS, The Virus
May 22: Gemini Syndrome
May 24: Infected Rain, Eternal Frequency
May 25: Sumo Cyco
May 27: Valerie June

Harrisburg Scottish Rite Theatre
2701 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg
717-238-8868; valleyofharrisburg.org

May 1: Destination Motown
May 21: Masonic Youth Benefit Concert

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

May 7-8: The Wizard of Oz—Film with Orchestra
May 16: HSYO Spring Concert

Harrisburg University Presents
concertseries.harrisburgu.edu

May 18: Arkells, Mobley at XL Live
May 28: The Struts at XL Live

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

April 1-2: The Unforgettable Big Band

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

May 31: Ray LaMontagne

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

May 22: Skid Row, Lita Ford, Winger, Quiet Riot

Keystone Concert Band
145 E. Main St., First Floor, Mechanicsburg
717-421-1512; keystoneconcertband.com

May 21: Concert at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Market Square Concerts
www.marketsquareconcerts.org

May 14: Emerson String Quartet with Susannah Woodruff

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

May 1: Messiah University Handbell Choir
May 1: Messiah University Choral Arts Society
May 15: Susquehanna Chorale Spring Concert

Metropolis Collective
17 W. Main St., Mechanicsburg
717-458-8245; metropoliscollective.com

May 6: The Bo Deadlys w/The Stents and St. James & The Apostles
May 20: The Jellybricks w/Manian Van Hacker

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

May 14: Steve Rudolph

Pine Street Presbyterian Church
310 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg
717-238-9304; pinestreet.org

May 22: Michael Hey presented by The Harrisburg Chapter of the American Guild of Organists

Rose Lehrman Art Center
One HACC Drive, Harrisburg
717-231-ROSE; hacc.edu/RLAC

May 22: Vanessa Rubin presented by Central PA Friends of Jazz

Rusty Rail Brewing Company
5 N. 8th North St., Mifflinburg
570-966-7878; rustyrailbrewing.com

May 2, 16: Monday Night JamFest
May 26: Bret Alexander

Susquehanna Chorale
One College Ave., Mechanicsburg
717-533-7859; susquehannachorale.org

May 13, 15: “Legacy—A Celebration in Song!” spring concerts

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

May 7: The Kennedys
May 15: Spring Coffee House
May 20: Allison de Groot, Tatiana Hargreaves at Appalachian Brewing Co.

Whitaker Center
222 Market St., Harrisburg
717-214-ARTS; whitakercenter.org

May 19: Blackmore’s Night

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

May 6: Lyfe Jennings
May 7: Thank You Scientist
May 13: The Amish Outlaws
May 14: Kitchen Dwellers
May 18: Arkells, Mobley
May 20: Bodeans
May 27: Shaman’s Harvest, The Standstills, The Space Beards
May 28: The Struts

Zeroday Brewing Co.
925 N. 3rd St, Harrisburg
717-745-6218; zerodaybrewing.com

May 6: DJ KYNZ
May 13: Natalie Ness
May 20: Shrimp Ryan’s Jig Band

The Stage Door

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

May 21: Piff the Magic Dragon & Puddles Pity Party

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

May 13: Kristen Sivills and David Beck

Dauphin County Library System
dcls.org

May 14: Rasika School of Dance

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

May 1-14: “Rock of Ages”

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

May 13: TMI Improv

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

May 15: Queens Who Brunch
May 18: Hellzapoppin Circus Side Show

Harrisburg Christian Performing Arts Center
1000 S. Eisenhower Blvd, Middletown
717-939-9333; thehcpac.org

May 13-15: “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”

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

May 6: Divas Down Under Rehoboth Beach Queens Invasion 2.0!
May 11: Ladies Night Out Magic Mike Tribute

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

May 1: Level 2 Class Show
May 6: Free Improv Mixer, House Team X, Heartthrobs, Meetwood Flac
May 7: Free Mixer, Solo Sleepover, Love Triangle, Barn Bitches
May 13: Free Improv Jam, Sunday School, House Team Z, Leg of Lamp, Beautiful Baby
May 14: Free Mixer, Ferret Prom, Bandito, Don’t Play with Deacon
May 20: Free Improv Jam, House Team X, Midtown Funk, Beautiful Baby
May 21: Free Mixer, The Outsiders, Sugar Weasel, Rockstar Goes Supernova
May 27: Free Improv Jam, Sunday School, House Team Z, Same Each, Teen Girls, HIT BITS
May 28: Free Mixer, Snicker Casket, Elderprov

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

May 19-22: “Hot ‘N’ Cole,” A Cole Porter Celebration

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

May 3-8: “Hairspray”
May 17: Theresa Caputa Live! The Experience
May 21: Chelsea Handler
May 22: 2022 Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards

Keystone Theatrics
The Playhouse at Allenberry
1559 Boiling Springs Rd., Boiling Springs
717-258-3211; www.keystonetheatrics.com

May 1-8: “Once”

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

May 20-June 4: “Come Blow Your Horn”

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

May 28: Pennsylvania Regional Ballet

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

May 6: EFF Live!
May 7: The Obstructed View
May 11, 25: Black NewsBeat w/Dr. Kimeka Campbell
May 28-June 26: “Crowns”

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

May 1-29: “Moonlight and Magnolias”

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

May 6: “We The People First Friday,” Acts of Welcome

Zeroday Brewing Co.
925 N. 3rd St, Harrisburg
717-745-6218; zerodaybrewing.com

May 19: Boozy Bingo with Felicia O’Toole

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Community Corner: Notable events in May

April 29, 2022 | by Missy Smith

Garden Faire

May 1: Kick off the gardening season and celebrate the opening of Fort Hunter Mansion, 5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Purchase plants, visit craft vendors, enjoy lunch, experience Victorian dancing and music, and visit the Paxtang Art Association’s show and sale. www.forthunter.org

Flower Walk

May 3: Take a walk at Detweiler Park, 1451 Peters Mountain Rd., Dauphin, during Wildwood Park’s Spring Flower Walk, 2:30 to 4 p.m. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon walk within meadows and forests. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Gala Cabaret

May 6: Cantate Carlisle hosts its 30th anniversary Gala Cabaret Night at Farm 1840, 101 State Rd., Mechanicsburg, 7 to 10 p.m., for ages 16 and older. Enjoy live music, heavy hors d’oeuvres, adult and nonalcoholic beverages, entertainment and a silent auction. www.cantatecarlisle.org

Get That Job

May 6-27: Attend “Get that Job!” workshops virtually or in-person at Fredericksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, on Fridays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Learn how to present your best self with a strong resume, concise cover letter, targeted interview, good communication and more. www.fredricksenlibrary.org

Garden Faire

May 7: Lebanon County Master Gardeners will hold its Plant Sale & Garden Faire at Lebanon Expo Center, 80 Rocherty Rd., Lebanon, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. More than 3,000 plants will be available for purchase, including natives, perennials, herbs, tomatoes and peppers. www.extension.psu.edu

POWER 5K

May 7: POWER (Professional Women and Women Entrepreneurs) hosts a fundraising 5K/3K Run & Walk event at Adventure Park, 1775 Lambs Gap Rd., Mechanicsburg, 9 a.m.

Proceeds go to cancer research and awareness. Participants can also enjoy a friendly volleyball match, warm-up Zumba and a raffle. www.power-women.org

Cherry Blossom Fest
May 7: The 33rd annual Millersburg Cherry Blossom Festival will be held on the square in Millersburg, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with family activities and live entertainment, food and craft vendors and a car show. www.millersburgpa.org

Community Day
May 7: Head to New Cumberland Community Day on 3rd, 4th and Market streets in downtown New Cumberland, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Artists, food vendors, beverage trucks and area businesses will fill downtown streets with fun, food and festivities. www.NewCumberlandPA.org

Hershey Artfest
May 7: Enjoy an artistic day with the whole family at Hershey Artfest at the Cocoa Beanery and the Englewood Barn Complex, 1215 Research Blvd., Hummelstown, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event features a large juried art display, entertainment, food, local beer and wine and kids’ activities. www.hersheyartfest.org

Park Painting

May 7: Join Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, for its fifth annual “Painting at the Park” with Jenn’s Craft Parties to create a painting of a lotus flower, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. All experience levels are welcome; materials will be provided. Proceeds benefit Friends of Wildwood. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Native Plant Sale
May 7: Manada Conservancy hosts its 22nd annual Native Plant Sale at East Hanover Township Nature Park, 328 N. Crawford Road, Grantville, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with native plant vendors, art vendors and food trucks. Proceeds benefit Manada Conservancy’s mission of local land preservation and education. www.manada.org

HBG Flea
May 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

Rhododendron Display

May 8: The Mason-Dixon Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society presents a rhododendron and azalea display in the Education Center at Hershey Gardens, 170 Hotel Rd, Hershey, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.hersheygardens.org

Tree Book Club

May 10, 13: Book clubs are invited to Hershey Gardens, 170 Hotel Rd, Hershey, for a group discussion on the book “The Songs of Trees: Stories from Nature’s Great Connectors” by David George Haskell. Refreshments will be served. Groups should register in advance. www.hersheygardens.org

Go Red for Women
May 12: Join the American Heart Association at the 2022 Capital Region “Go Red for Women” event at West Shore Country Club, 100 Brentwater Rd., Camp Hill, 4 to 7 p.m. Hear educational and inspirational speakers, enjoy a heart-healthy meal, shop the silent auction and more. www.ahaharrisburg.ejoinme.org

Food Rally

May 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

Backyard Gardens
May 13: State Museum of PA hosts Andrew Rohrbaugh, ecologist for the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of Forestry, for virtual “Learn at Lunchtime” about backyard gardening, 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. He will discuss native plants, ecosystems and the importance of using our land for food. www.statemuseumpa.org

Anniversary Concerts
May 13, 15: The Susquehanna Chorale will celebrate its 40th anniversary with two concerts titled “A Celebration in Song!” The first takes place May 13 at 8 p.m. at Derry Presbyterian Church in Hershey and the second May 15 at 4 p.m. at the High Center at Messiah University. A reception follows each concert. www.susquehannachorale.org

Moviate Festival
May 13-15: Enjoy over 70 films from 12 countries at the 23rd annual Moviate Underground Film Festival at Midtown Cinema, 250 Reily St., Harrisburg. Many filmmakers will attend and talk about their films, including a 40th anniversary showing of “Basket Case” with the director. www.moviate.org

Film Fridays
May 13, 27: Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, will show “War Witch” from sub-Saharan Africa on May 13 and “In the Mood for Love” from China on May 27. Showings are at 2 and 7 p.m. www.fredricksenlibrary.org

Hunger Run
May 14: Support the Hummelstown Food Pantry at the 7th Annual 5K Hummelstown Hunger Run/Walk in Schaffner Park. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and the race kicks off at 10 a.m. www.htownhungerrun.wixsite.com/hummelstown5k

Plant Sale

May 14: Penn-Cumberland Garden Club hosts its Plant Sale at Frankenberger Tavern, 217 E. Main St., Mechanicsburg, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with proceeds benefitting its community projects. A variety of plants, garden treasures and baked goods will be available. Consultants will be on hand to answer questions. www.penncumberlandgardenclub.org

Volunteer Day
May 14: Enjoy the outdoors and 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

Civil War Presentation
May 14: National Civil War Museum, 1 Lincoln Circle, Harrisburg, hosts the next presentation in its “Lessons in History” series, “Forgotten Fighters—Asians and Pacific Islanders and the Civil War,” with Steve T. Phan, 1 to 2 p.m. www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org

Anti-Racism Race
May 14: YWCA Carlisle & Cumberland Count hosts the annual Race Against Racism 5K run/walk at Dickinson Park, Carlisle. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the race starts at 10 a.m. Stick around afterward for a community party with music and food trucks. www.ywcacarlisle.org

Boat Race

May 15: Pride of the Susquehanna riverboat will host the first-ever 5K Float the Boat Race. The fundraising run/walk will be held on City Island and along the streets of historic Harrisburg. Registration begins at 8 a.m., and the race kicks off at 9 a.m. All proceeds from the run benefit riverboat operations. www.hbgriverboat.org

Summer Bulbs

May 15: Join Penn State Extension Master Gardener Kevin Kelly at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, or virtually, from 1 to 2:30 p.m., to learn how to add summer bulbs to your landscape and containers to create eye-catching vignettes. Cost is $5, and pre-registration is required. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Business Women’s Forum
May 18: Carlisle Area Chamber and the West Shore Chamber of Commerce will host the Business Women’s Forum at Messiah University, 1 University Ave, Mechanicsburg, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The conference is designed to create opportunities for women to network and build leadership skills. www.wschamber.org

3rd in The Burg
May 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

AAPI Festival
May 20-21: Join the Harrisburg Asian American Pacific Islander (HAAPI) group in a celebration of Asian Pacific Heritage Month at events at various Harrisburg locations. For more information, see the story in this issue, visit Instagram @AAPIHBG or contact HAAPI at [email protected].

Plant Fest
May 21: Join Penn State Extension Cumberland County Master Gardeners for Plant Fest at the Cumberland County Service Center, 310 Allen Rd., Carlisle, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shop for native plants, browse a yard sale, and take home some educational resources for your own garden. www.extension.psu.edu

Restoration 5K

May 21: Join Greenlight Operation for its 2nd annual 5K at City Island, Carousel Pavilion, 25 Station Rd., Harrisburg, to help support human trafficking survivors, at 9 a.m. Participants can also register for the fun run. www.greenlightoperation.org

Sunflower Gala
May 21: Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland & Perry Counties (DVSCP) hosts its Sunflower Gala at the West Shore Country Club, 100 Brentwater Rd, Camp Hill, 5 to 10 p.m. Enjoy an evening of cocktails, a formal dinner and dancing in support of DVSCP’s work. www.dvscp.org

Night of Comedy
May 21: Join JFT Recovery and Veterans Support Services and Hero In the Fight for a Night of Comedy. Doors open at 7 p.m. at Fishing Creek Community Assoc., 520 Locust St., New Cumberland. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Food and beverages provided prior to the show. For tickets and information, contact JFT at 717-695-6253.

Organ Concert
May 22: Harrisburg Chapter of the American Guild of Organists (AGO) presents concert organist Michael Hey of St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York on the four-manual, 83-rank Skinner-Möller organ at Pine Street Presbyterian Church, 310 N. 3rd St., Harrisburg, 4 p.m. Parking provided by the church in the South Street Parking Garage. www.harrisburgago.org

Tea Luncheon

May 22: Join Fort Hunter Mansion, 5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg, for a luncheon tea, an illustrated talk about PA Capitol muralist Violet Oakley and a tour of the mansion at Fort Hunter, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Enjoy scones, chicken salad, rolls, appetizers, fruit, cake, ice cream parfaits and endless cups of tea. www.forthunter.org

Celebration & Toast

May 22: Historic Harrisburg Association hosts the 2022 Preservation Celebration from 4 to 6 p.m. Set sail on the Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat to toast Harrisburg’s West Shore and the places and people that make it special. www.historicharrisburg.org

Apollo Awards
May 22: Hershey Theatre, 15 E. Caracas Way, recognizes local students and high schools for outstanding achievement in musical and play productions at the Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards, 7 p.m. Monetary awards given to further students’ education and encourage involvement in the performing arts. www.hersheyentertainment.com

State of Arms
May 26: Dr. Bratton, an associate professor of National Security and Strategy Studies at the U.S. Army War College, will discuss India’s foreign and security policy at West Shore Country Club, 100 Brentwater Rd, Camp Hill, 7:30 p.m. www.fpaharrisburg.org

Garden Fest
May 28: Perry County Master Gardeners hosts a spring celebration at the Perry County Extension office, 8 S. Carlisle St., New Bloomfield, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Visit the demonstration garden and educational booths, talk with master gardeners, and enjoy family activities. A limited number of plants will be available for purchase. www.extension.psu.edu

Iris Show

May 28: The Susquehanna Iris Society’s annual Iris Show returns to the Garden Cottage at Hershey Gardens, 170 Hotel Rd, Hershey, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Irises will be on exhibit for judging and awards. Tall, intermediate and miniature-tall bearded varieties will be featured. www.hersheygardens.org

Discover Songbirds

May 28: Young explorers ages 5 to 10 are invited to Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, for the “Kids Discover” series to learn about local songbirds and characteristics that make them easy to identify. There are two sessions: ages 4-6 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and ages 7-10 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Artsfest
May 28-30: Celebrate the 54th annual Artsfest in Riverfront Park. The free event features juried artists and crafts people in a variety of mediums, live entertainment, Jazzfest, Kidsfest, HBGFest by The HBG Flea, food trucks, a community glass mural project, and more. www.artsfesthbg.com

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Jewish Family Services to celebrate 50 years of kosher meals on wheels program in Harrisburg

April 28, 2022 | by Maddie Gittens

A Jewish Family Services volunteer delivers food to a community member through the kosher meals on wheels program.

Accessing kosher food can be hard enough for local members of the Jewish community, let alone for those who have trouble leaving their homes.

However, for the past 50 years, Jewish Family Services of Greater Harrisburg, Inc. has provided a solution with its Finkelstein-Cohen Kosher Meals on Wheels program.

“It’s such an accomplishment to do something well for 50 years,” said Steven Schauder, executive director of Jewish Family Services (JFS).

To celebrate, the organization will hold a “50 Years of Caring” event on June 9, featuring keynote speaker Michael Solomonov, an award-winning chef.

The Meals on Wheels program remained active, serving members of the community even during the pandemic. Those in need are given foods based on their dietary needs, whether that means providing kosher, low-sodium or gluten-free options, among others. The program is open to all community members, not just those in the Jewish community, Schauder said.

When the operation began 50 years ago, JFS served about four families a month. Since then, they’ve grown to deliver meals to at least 20 families a week and, in total, have served more than 250,000 meals over the years.

“If we weren’t there to provide these meals, there wouldn’t be many options,” Schauder said.

But the service is about more than just the food. It’s also a time for volunteers to check in with residents, talk and spend time with them. The organization also has social workers who visit with community members.

Schauder remembers a specific occasion when JFS delivered food and clothing to a family, after a house fire.

“It meant so much to them,” he said. “That was particularly meaningful.”

JFS also plans to expand the reach of its food pantry to assist more people struggling with food insecurity. Currently, they assist around 100 local families each year.

“We want to get the word out that JFS is here for the community,” Schauder said.

Jewish Family Service’s “50 Years of Caring” event will take place at the Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life (formerly Dixon University Center) at 2986 N 2nd St., Harrisburg. For more information and to purchase tickets and sponsorships, visit www.jfsofhbg.org/KMOW50 or call (717) 233-1681.

Modern building with restaurant, art space to replace blighted Midtown properties

April 28, 2022 | by Maddie Gittens

Blighted buildings on the 1400-block of N. 3rd St were demolished on Thursday, making way for a new project.

Two blighted buildings in Midtown met their fate on Thursday, as crews razed them in preparation for new development.

In their place, at 1414 and 1416 N. 3rd St., developers have plans to construct a three-story, multi-use building with art space and a restaurant.

Owners of Harrisburg-based ModernRugs.com, Zachary Nitzan and Tahirih Alia, purchased the two dilapidated buildings, along with two adjacent buildings, in 2016. Their online rug business is currently located in one of these buildings, at 1404 N. 3rd St. They are in the process of renovating the building at 1408 N. 3rd St., which was once a hardware store, as well.

The goal of the estimated $6 million project is to connect the two standing buildings with the new building, once constructed.

The plan calls for a 9,000-square-foot building, featuring a façade of dark brick, large windows and metal mesh screens. According to Nitzan, the first floor would likely feature a restaurant. The second floor would be an art studio, exhibit and workspace, extending through all three of the owners’ buildings, once connected. The third floor would house office space. The plans also call for a rooftop deck and bar.

Rendering of the project. Photo courtesy Chris Dawson Architect

“We are both really passionate about art and design,” Alia said. “This location is really ripe with possibility for being an arts district.”

In 2020, ModernRugs.com received $60,000 in Dauphin County gaming grant funding for the demolition costs. Before demolishing the buildings, they were deteriorating, Nitzan said.

The couple expects to break ground on the new building within a year and complete the project by 2025. In the meantime, they plan to conduct outreach with the community to hear what they would like to see, they said.

“We really love Harrisburg. It’s an amazing community,” Alia said. “We want to be mindful and make sure this is good for all parts of the community.”

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The Roots to play Riverfront Park this summer, as HU Presents brings in renowned hip hop band

April 28, 2022 | by Lawrance Binda

You now can add one of the most influential hip hop bands in the country to the line of musicians headed to Riverfront Park this summer.

Harrisburg University Presents announced on Thursday that The Roots will play an outdoor concert on July 15.

Founded by Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter and Ahmir “QuestLove” Thompson, The Roots are three-time Grammy Award winners, perhaps best known for their long-time stint as the house band on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”

The Roots concert is the sixth HU Presents Summer Concert Series show announced this year at Riverfront Park in partnership with Dauphin County, the City of Harrisburg, Clair Global, PNC Bank, and Troegs Independent Brewing.

Death Cab for Cutie, with special guest Illuminati Hottie, will perform in Riverfront Park on July 14. Icelandic rock band KALEO, with Special Guest White Reaper, will play Riverfront Park Aug. 17. Pop-rock band LANY, with special guest, Surfaces, will perform at Riverfront Park Aug. 19. American indie rockers Lord Huron, with special guest First Aid Kit, will play Riverfront Park Aug. 20. And HU Presents the National at Riverfront Park on Sept. 24.

Tickets for The Roots concert will be available to the public at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 29. For tickets, click here.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

April 28, 2022 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! Scroll down or use the menu links to find ideas for your weekend.

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For something new: Grab the Lancaster Brewing Co. Spring Variety Pack, check out the Prototype Brewery Invitational on Saturday, shop the Midtown Scholar Bookstore Outdoor Tent Sale.

(Still) Worth noting: Check out my private Facebook community, Cheers Harrisburg. You can join the convo here.

Things on my agenda this weekend: A Sip of Social PPRS event tonight, Mom’s 70th birthday on Saturday, maybe the Garden Faire on Sunday.

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Town Hall for Justice addresses gun violence and its impact on youth in Harrisburg

April 27, 2022 | by Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg activist Kevin Maxson addresses the panel at Wednesday’s Town Hall for Justice.

On a Wednesday night, community members and local officials gathered to discuss the issue of gun violence in Harrisburg.

Held in the Harrisburg High School-John Harris Campus, the “Town Hall for Justice” was fittingly centered around helping the city’s youth, many of whom are touched by the violence.

“We have to stop looking at the other person for the solution,” said Harrisburg School District Superintendent Eric Turman, a panelist at the event. “Taking steps to solve the problem—that’s where it becomes different.”

This was the third town hall in a series of meetings organized by Harrisburg resident Lavet Henderson.

Panelists included Turman, Dauphin County District Attorney Fran Chardo, Magisterial District Judge Sonya McKnight, Pastor Eric Jackson of Heeding God’s Call and community advocate Patricia Reitzi. Each spoke on issues related to their field and work, mainly around problems facing Harrisburg youth and possible solutions.

Turman explained some of the initiatives that the school district is working on, including bringing back middle school sports, increasing after-school programing and installing security cameras in schools.

“I’m hoping that, going into the next school year, you will have solutions for our students,” Henderson said.

Chardo addressed the problem that local police face of people with information about shooting incidents refusing to come forward. He pointed out that the Dauphin County Crime Stoppers system allows people to submit anonymous tips.

A number of residents also spoke of their experiences with gun violence, asked questions and made comments.

Resident Tone Cook suggested more community policing efforts.

“In order to build relationships with the police in the community, they [police] need to come out not just when there’s a problem, but to interact with our youth in a positive way.”

Other residents urged parents to be more proactive in checking in with their children and to seek out resources and help from local groups. Several community organizations were represented at the event to offer assistance, such as Breaking the Chainz, Power to the Hill and Moms Demand Action

In the end, attendees agreed that more needed to be done to help youth in Harrisburg, as well as the importance of community involvement.

“It takes all of us to do this,” McKnight said. “Until we confront a thing, we can never conquer it. So tonight, that’s why we came out here. We have one common goal—our community.”

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“Hoop It Up Harrisburg” basketball tournament to give residents a chance show what they’ve got

April 27, 2022 | by Maddie Gittens

For basketball lovers, an upcoming Harrisburg event will be a slam dunk.

On June 4, the city will host “Hoop It Up Harrisburg 3×3 Street Fest,” a single-day basketball tournament on City Island. The event is in partnership with Kevin Garnett’s Hoop It Up, powered by 3×360 Sports.

From 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., 28 basketball courts will be set up on City Island’s south parking lot, along with music and food vendors. Participating teams can win up to $1,000 in cash prizes.

Hoop It Up is open to youth, men and women. Divisions include: Under-8, U10, U12, U14, U16, U18, 19+, 31+ and 45+, along with a Men’s FIBA (Federation of International Basketball) Pro Am bracket.

“Although basketball and my career have taken me out of the area, I grew up here,” said Drew Dawson, a Trinity High School graduate and co-founder for 3×360 Sport. “Harrisburg is home, and I have many great memories, family, and friends, as well as old teammates throughout central Pennsylvania.”

Prizes will be awarded to all winners. Champions of the 3×3 Pro Am will receive $1,000 and second place will win $500.

Youth and adult divisions cost $150 to register, while Pro-Am teams cost $200. Teams may have no more than five members.

According to Dawson, a portion of the proceeds will support a Harrisburg-based charity that is to be determined.

A rain date is scheduled for Sunday, June 5.

To register for the “Hoop It Up Harrisburg 3×3 Street Fest,” visit their website.

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Local Ukrainian native to hold fundraiser dinner to benefit her home country

April 27, 2022 | by Maddie Gittens

Photo from a former rally to support Ukraine hosted by Mariia Anosova (middle, far right).

Mariia Anosova, a local resident, has always loved to cook and share meals with her family and friends.

“Ukrainian food and cooking is a love language,” she said.

When thinking of ways to support her native country during a time of war, it was this “love language” that she wanted to draw upon. On May 14, she will hold a dinner fundraiser and educational event to benefit Ukraine.

The fundraiser, to be held at Slate Hill Mennonite Church in Camp Hill, will include a cultural presentation and cooking demonstration featuring three traditional Ukrainian dishes. Following the presentation, guests will be served a three-course dinner of beet borscht soup, vareniki (similar to perogies) and blini pancakes.

Growing up in Ukraine, Anosova’s family would always eat at least one meal together each day, she said. Food brought them together. Now, most of her family is still living in Ukraine; some have recently sought refuge in Poland. Anosova came to the United States as an exchange student and remained here since.

“It’s been intense,” she said. “I’m trying to find a way to help even though I’m far away.”

She hopes she can do that through the fundraising event, as well as by spreading cultural awareness.

“Experiencing culture will help people understand that we are all human and we are all here for peace,” she said. “I want to make it more relatable.”

Registration for the dinner is required and costs $40 per person. All proceeds will go to the charitable organizations Come Back Alive and Stay Safe Ukraine. The event is limited to 40 participants.

Anosova plans to hold another fundraiser dinner on June 18, possibly with more to follow.

“People should come if they want to learn more, love to cook, or are willing to help Ukraine,” she said.

Slate Hill Mennonite Church is located at 1352 Slate Hill Rd., Camp Hill. To register for the Ukrainian fundraiser dinner, email [email protected].

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