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Happenings: Our July Calendar of Events

June 30, 2022 | by Missy Smith

Museums & Art Spaces

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

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

“Orphan Cars—Vehicles from Discontinued Marques & Brands,” cars, buses and motorcycles that represent discontinued marques and brands from across the motoring landscape, through Oct. 23

“American Motors Owners Through the Decades,” through Oct. 26

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

“94th Annual International Juried Show,” through July 7

“Free For All,” student-member exhibition, July 15-Aug. 18; reception: July 15, 5 to 8 p.m.

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

“Springing Into Art,” Market Square Presbyterian Church Members’ Show, through July 17

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

“What I Keep,” a show by photographer and social activist Susan Mullally, whose project documents stories of 21st-century poverty, through July 23

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

July artist of the month

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

“Weather Reader,” paintings by Eleanor Conover, through Aug. 13

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

“Membership and Student Art Show,” through Aug. 13

Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA)
hersheyareaartassociation.com

Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, through Aug. 6

Hershey Public Library Gallery, through Aug. 13

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

“HABITAT: Reflections on Environment,” a show about life on earth, life as mammals, and the strange, often fragile systems we’ve constructed to keep living here; opening reception: July 1, 7-11 p.m., through Sept. 15.

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

New works by Mary Kandray Gelenser, Kelly Curran, Paul Vasiliades and Pamela Black, through July 10

New works by The Huckle Buckle Boys, Pat Frese, Susan Bailey, Kristen Fava and Ann Benton Yeager, July 12-Aug. 14

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. Fourth Street
717-567-7023; perrycountyarts.org

“Director’s Choice,” featuring outstanding student artwork from Youth Art Day 2022, through Aug. 4

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

“A Place for All: Three Stories of Integration in Pennsylvania,” a long-term exhibition highlighting the history of three integration efforts in Pennsylvania after World War II

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

“Making Your Mark,” an array of 52 works on paper that break down various methods and materials used in modern artistic practice, through Sept. 18

“Future Places,” artists render their vision of a promising future, through Oct. 16

“Project—Nature,” offering 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,” through July 31

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

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

Read, Make, Learn

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

July 5, 12, 19, 26: Beginning Oil Painting (ages 16-adult), 10 a.m.-12 p.m. or 6-8 p.m.
July 5, 12, 19, 26: Intermediate/Advanced Oil Painting (ages 16-adult), 1-3:30 p.m.
July 11-15: Weather Reader (ages 9-12), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
July 12, 14, 19, 21: Drawing for Teens 101 (ages 12-18), 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 12-Aug. 16: Hand Building, 6 Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.
July 15: Craft Beer & Clay, 7-9 p.m.
July 16: Copper Enameling, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
July 18-22: Snip, Clip, Cut, Quill, Collage (ages 5-12), 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 18-22: Mission Imagination (ages 5-12), 1-4 p.m.
July 18-22: Art in Action Theatrical Camp (ages 9-12), 1-4 p.m.
July 25-29: Dye, Stamp & Stitch (ages 9-12), 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 25-29: Art of the Fold Papercrafts Camp (ages 5-12), 1-4 p.m.

Dauphin County Library System
dcls.org

July 1, 8: Tween Dungeons and Dragons, 4 p.m.
July 1, 8: Teen Dungeons and Dragons, 4 p.m.
July 1, 8, 29: Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m., 11 a.m.
July 5, 25: Born to Read, 9:30 a.m.
July 5, 26: Toddler Storytime, 10:15 a.m.
July 5, 6, 26, 27: Born to Read, 10:15 a.m.
July 5, 12, 19, 26: Summer Art Series—Acrylic Painting, 5:30 p.m.
July 6, 27: Toddler Storytime, 10 a.m., 11:00 a.m.
July 9: Nature Journaling, 10 a.m.
July 9, 23: Chess Club, 11 a.m.

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

July 2: Knitter’s Group, 10 a.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28: Fiber Artists, 3 p.m.
July 9: Fiber Artists, 10 a.m.
July 9, 23: LEGO Club, 11 a.m.
July 14: Knitter’s Group, 10 a.m.
July 14, 21, 28: Family Storytime, 10:30 a.m.
July 14, 28: Knitter’s Group, 5 p.m.
July 16: Book Discussion Group, 10 a.m.
July 16: Dog Tales, 10:30 a.m.
July 16: Coffee Art, 11:30 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

July 1: Chess Club, 6:30 p.m.
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Get That Job! Workshop, 10:30 a.m., 4:30 p.m.
July 4, 11, 18, 25: Baby & Toddler Time, 10-10:30 a.m.
July 4, 11, 18, 25: Children’s Story Times, 11-11:30 a.m.
July 4, 11, 18, 25: Kindergarten Prep, 6-7 p.m.
July 5, 12, 19, 26: Career Exploration Workshop, 10:30 a.m., 4:30 p.m.
July 5, 12, 19, 26: Master Gardener Plant Clinics, 6-7:30 p.m.
July 6: Moving Forward Book Group w/ Hospice of Central PA, 1-2 p.m.
July 6, 7, 13, 14, 21, 22: Discovery Zone Fun, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28: Language at the Library—Spanish, 10-11 a.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28: Resume Writing Workshop, 10:30-11:30 a.m., 4:30-5:30 p.m.
July 8: Kid’s Paint Night, 6:30 p.m.
July 8, 22: Peaceful Poses Children’s Yoga Story Time, 10-11 a.m.
July 8, 22: Film Fridays, 2 p.m., 7 p.m.
July 12: Curl up with the Classics—“Treasure Island,” 10-11 a.m.
July 12: Tween STEAM, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
July 12: Teen Writers’ Meetup, 6-8 p.m.
July 12, 26: READ to Dogs, 6:30-8 p.m.
July 15: Family Movie Night, 6:30-8 p.m.
July 18: Fredricksen Writes on Zoom, 6:45-8:45 p.m.
July 25: Fredricksen Reads—“The Last Train to Key West,” 7-8 p.m.

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

July 7: Flower Painting Class (ages 12+), 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 7: Beginner Photography, 6-8 p.m.
July 9: On The Porch, freelance artist Carrie Feidt, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 11-14: Kids Art Camp (ages 4-7) 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 16: On The Porch, sisters Emily & Evelyn Snyder, 10 a.m.2 p.m.
July 16: Summer Gnome Paint Class (ages 14+), 2-4 p.m.
July 18-21: Kids Art Camp (ages 8-13) 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
July 23: Wind Chimes Workshop, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 27-28: Introduction to Hand Caning, 6-8 pm
July 30: Booth at Ned Smith Festival at MYO Park, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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

July 5, 7, 11, 12, 14, 18, 19, 21, 25, 26, 28: Outside 1, 2, Whee! 10:15 a.m.
July 6, 13, 20, 27: Furry Tales, 6:30 p.m.
July 7: Walking Hershey, 9:30 a.m.
July 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Penn State Hershey—Mothers & Babies, 10:15 a.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28: Storytime for Everyone Outside, 10:15 a.m.
July 7, 21: Hershey Quilters, 12:30 p.m.
July 11, 18, 25: Books and Babies Outside, 10:15 a.m.
July 14: Fear of Commitment Book Group, 6 p.m.
July 14, 28: Block Party, 2 p.m.
July 28: Blood Drive, 11 a.m.

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

July 5, 12, 19, 26: Rhyme Time in the Park, 9-9:20 a.m.
July 5, 12, 19, 26: Toddler Time in the Park, 9:35-9:55 a.m.
July 5, 12, 19, 26: Tea & Stitches, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 5, 12, 19, 26: Story Time in the Park, 10:10-10:35 a.m.
July 5, 12, 19, 26: Try It Tuesday, 1 p.m., 6 p.m.
July 6, 13, 20, 27: Rhyme Time, 5:15 p.m.
July 6, 13, 20, 27: Toddler Time, 5:45 p.m.
July 7, 13, 20, 27: Story Time, 10:15-11 a.m.
July 7, 13, 20, 27: Toddler Time, 11:30-11:50 a.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28: Mah Jongg, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28: Rhyme Time, 12-12:20 p.m.
July 8, 22: Dungeons and Dragons (ages 6-12), 6-8 p.m.
July 9, 23: Block Party, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
July 11, 18, 25: Rhyme Time, 10:15 a.m., 5:15 p.m.
July 11, 18, 25: Toddler Time, 10:45 a.m., 5:45 p.m.
July 11, 18, 25: Storybook STEAM, 6:30 p.m.
July 11, 25: English Conversation Club, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
July 13: Mad About Mysteries on Zoom, 7-8 p.m.
July 16: LEGO Time, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
July 16: LEGO Club, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
July 18: Monday Night Book Club, 7-8 p.m.
July 20: Watch the Skies Sci-Fi Book Club, 7-9 p.m.
July 21: Thursday Morning Book Club, 10-11 a.m.
July 23: Trivia at Home—Classic Trivia, 6-8 p.m.
July 26: Tabletop Game Night, 6-8 p.m.
July 27: Apple Users Group, 1-3 p.m.

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

July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Passageways, 2 p.m.
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Young Adult Group, 4 p.m.
July 6, 13, 20, 27: Common Roads (ages 12-17), 6-8 p.m.
July 9: LGBTQ Book Club, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
July 12, 26: Queers and Quests game night, 6 p.m.
July 14: Aging with Pride Luncheon, 12 p.m.

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

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Star Trek Rewatch online group
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Online Science Fiction Book Club
July 6, 13, 20, 27: Wednesday Summer Reading, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
July 7, 14, 21, 28: LEGO and STEM Club, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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

July 2: Children’s Art Class on the Roof, 12-2 p.m.
July 27: Sip and Stitch on the roof, 6-8 p.m.

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

July 2, 16: Library Book Sales, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
July 5, 19: Tales for Tails (ages 6-12), 6:30-7:30 p.m.
July 5-26: Outdoor Storytime & More (ages 2-5), 10:30 a.m.
July 6: Kid Builders (ages 3 and older), 1:30-2:30 p.m.
July 7: Family Game Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
July 9: Write-On Writer’s Workshop, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
July 9, 16, 23: Take & Makes (ages 0-5)
July 9, 16, 23: Take & Makes (ages 6-12)
July 11: Musical Mornings (ages 2-5), 10:30-11 a.m.
July 11, 25: Evening Family Storytime, 6 p.m.
July 13: Tech Whiz Kidz (ages 8-12), 1:30-2:30 p.m.
July 16: Couponing for Extreme Savings, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 16: Children’s Book Writers Critique Group, 2-4 p.m.
July 18: Block Party! (ages 0-3), 10:30-11:30 a.m.
July 21: Talewise STEAM Storytelling, 10:30 a.m.
July 25: Outdoor Sensory Playtime (ages 0-5), 10:30 a.m.
July 25: Kids & Teen Paint Party (ages 6-10), 1 p.m.
July 25: Kids & Teen Paint Party (ages 10-14), 2 p.m.
July 27: Page to Screen Club (ages 8-12), 5 p.m.
July 27: PennWriters Writing Group, 6-9 p.m.
July 28: Oceans of Fun Trivia on Zoom (ages 6-12), 6 p.m.
July 28: Oceans of Fun Trivia on Zoom (ages 13-18), 7 p.m.
July 28-Aug. 25: 1, 2, 3 Play With Me (ages 1-3), 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
July 29: Movers & Groovers (ages 2-5), 10:30-11 a.m.
July 30: Tween & Teen Yoga (ages 11-14), 6 p.m.

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

July 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21: Little Explorers Summer Early Learning Classes, 10:30-11 a.m.
July 7, 14, 21: Little Explorers Early Learning Classes, 1:30-2 p.m.
July 19, 26: Tubular Tales Middle School Program, 12-1 p.m.

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

July 1, 16: Storytime, 10:30 a.m.
July 1-31: “C.O.L.E. and C.A.M.I. Explore the Planets”
July 1-31: “Birth of Planet Earth”
July 1-31: Highlights Tour, 1:30-2:30 p.m. (Wednesdays-Sundays)
July 6: Explore! Geology, 11:30 a.m.
July 20: Explore! Ichthyology, 11:30 a.m.

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

July 13: Monthly Instructed Life Drawing Class, 7-9 p.m.
July 27: Open Figure Drawing Classes, 7-9 p.m.

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

July 1: Kids Discover—Fireflies (ages 5-10), 8:30-10 p.m.
July 8: Walk and Talk with a Master Gardener, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
July 9: Volunteer Work Day, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
July 9, 12: Nature Journaling, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 13: Kids Discover—Outdoor Play (ages 6-8)
July 16: Painting in the Park, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 17: Flower Walk—Still More Blooms, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
July 23: Art Heals, 10-11:30 a.m.
July 30: Pound the Colors of Wildwood into Cloth, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Live Music

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

July 8: Dion
July 10: Always…Patsy Cline
July 15: Lorrie Morgan & Pam Tillis
July 17: Ricky Nelson Remembered with Matthew & Gunnar Nelson
July 22: Kashmir—The Live Led Zeppelin Tribute
July 23: Mike DelGuidice, Big Shot
July 24: Air Supply
July 29: Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
July 30: Lyle Lovett and His Large Band
July 31: ABBA the Concert—A Tribute to ABBA

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

July 14: Steep Canyon Rangers
July 17: Britain’s Finest, The Complete Beatles Experience

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

July 14: John Rossey of Cold Spring Union
July 28: Beka Jones

Dauphin County Library System
dcls.org

July 1: After Hours Big Band

Doughboys Pizzeria and Pub
3652 Peters Mountain Rd., Halifax
717-896-3131; dbspizzeriapub.com

July 2: Shannon Bobb
July 9: Tanner Bingaman & Seafood Fest
July 16: Pat Cusick
July 30: Antonio Andrade
Fort Hunter
5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg
717-599-5751; forthunter.org

July 1: Big Wahu Caribbean Band
July 15: Shawan
July 29: The Ogham Stones

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

July 1: Pat Cusick
July 2: Blitz Dynette
July 8, 22, 30: John Rossey
July 9, 23: Corinna Joy
July 15, 16: Bob and Pete Acoustic Revue
July 15: Hometown Strangers
July 22: Tony Ryder & The Idle Saints, the Jellybricks, and Underground Cartoons
July 29: Dirty Grass Players

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

July 21: Shea Quinn & Friends

Greater Harrisburg Concert Band
717-576-758; ghcb.org

July 1: Symposium 2nd Half at Messiah University High Center
July 9: Concert at Hampden Park (rain date: July 10)
July 15: Concert at Trinity Lutheran Church, Mechanicsburg
July 17: Concert at Mount Wolf United Methodist Church
July 22: Concert at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Dillsburg
July 24: Concert at Churchtown Church of God, Monroe Township
July 29: Concert at Newville on the Square
July 31: Concert at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Mechanicsburg

Gretna Music
gretnamusic.org

July 2: Michelle Mayne-Graves and Lifeline Quartet
July 3: Lifeline Quartet with Pastor John Overman, Time for Three
July 8: Eddie Palmieri Latin Jazz Band
July 9: Bruce Adolphe, Raleigh Ringers
July 10: McGill/McHale Trio
July 18: Mr. Music
July 24: Einav Yarden
July 31: Quatuor Danel

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

July 8: Take the Name
July 9: Mae
July 10: Rings of Saturn
July 10: Merci, My Kid Brother
July 12: Blind Accuracy, NC17, Coalstate
July 15: August Burns Red, We Came As Romans
July 23: Frank Foster
July 26: Jimmie Vaughan
July 29: Joey Valence & Brae, Dizasterpiece

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

July 15: Jose Feliciano, Maria Muldaur

Harrisburg University Presents
concertseries.harrisburgu.edu

July 14: Death Cab for Cutie (Riverfront Park)
July 15: The Roots (Riverfront Park)

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

July 3: Bush, Candlebox, Ayron Jones
July 10: Gary Levox of Rascal Flatts
July 17: Yacht Rock Revue Tour
July 24: ZZ Top, Ann Wilson
July 30: Collective Soul, Switchfoot

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

July 16: Concert at St. Andrews In the Valley Episcopal Church

Market Square Concerts
www.marketsquareconcerts.org

July 20: Summer Serenades
July 23: Ode to An Earworm
July 26: Neil Beckmann and JIJI

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

July 1: Nick DiSanto
July 15: OAF

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

July 7, 14, 21, 28: Live music on the roof
July 9: Millworks Music Festival

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

July 11: Refugee—Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers tribute

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

July 12: Mark DeRose Music & Art

Historic Peace Church
Trindle Rd. & St. John’s Church Rd., Camp Hill
717-737-6492

July 10: Kevin Neidig
July 17: Jamie O’Brien and Henry Koretzky
July 24: Egerlander German Band
July 31: Luck of the Draw Barbershop Quartet

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

July 4, 18: Monday Night JamFest
July 9: Lights Out—Tribute to Frankie Vallie and the Four Seasons
July 14: The Roof
July 28: Green Divide

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

July 16: AMFM, Real Ralph & The Family Jam, Shawan and the Wonton, Dandy

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

July 15: Natalie Ness

The Stage Door

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

July 8: Coleman Green & Katrina Braxton

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

July 1-Aug. 6: “The Little Mermaid”

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

July 13-Aug. 20: “The Princess & The Pea” w/Popcorn Hat Players

July 30: TMI Improv

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

July 10: Queens Who Brunch

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

July 29-31: “The Rainbow Fish Musical”

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

July 1: Divas Down Under—Flashback to the 80s Drag Show
July 17: Divas Down Under—The Boomerang Brunch

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

July 8, 10: Level 2 Class Show
July 9, 10: Level 3 Class Show
July 15: Free Jam hosted by Barn Bitches

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

July 14-24: “The Wedding Singer”

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

July 26-31: “Anastasia”

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

July 22-Aug. 7: “The Wizard of Oz”

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

July 1-16: “Murder on West Moon Street”

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

July 15: EFF (Erotic Fan Fiction) Live!

July 28: Musical Theatre Workshop Showcase
July 29: The Obstructed View

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

July 22-Aug. 7: “Little Shop of Horrors”

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

July 21: Boozy Bingo w/Felicia O’Toole

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Community Corner: Notable July Events

June 30, 2022 | by Missy Smith

Coloring Contest
July 1-31: Children ages 5 to 10 are invited to participate in Wildwood Park’s second annual coloring contest. Young artists may submit a Wildwood-themed, 8½-by-11 hand-drawn, portrait-style coloring page using colored pencils, crayons or markers. Entries may be submitted to the Nature Center, via mail or email throughout July. www.wildwoodlake.org

HBG Flea
July 2: 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

4th Celebration
July 3: Enjoy a July 4th celebration at the Star Barn Village, Newville Rd., Elizabethtown, 3 to 9 p.m. Take a ride through Herr’s Mill Covered Bridge, self-guided tours of The Star Barn Village attractions, visits with animals, tractor-pulled wagon and pony rides, games, art displays, demonstrations, train rides, fireworks and more. www.thestarbarn.com

Holiday Concert
July 3: Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center’s Independence Day celebration returns with a Hershey Symphony Orchestra concert, 500 University Dr., Hershey, 7:30 p.m. Ice cream and water will be provided, and food and drink will be available for purchase from food trucks. The rain date is July 4. www.pennstatehealth.org

4th of July Concert
July 4: Join the Friends of New Cumberland Public Library for a 4th of July concert with the New Cumberland Town Band on the Library Lawn, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be concessions for sale during the concert. www.newcumberlandlibrary.org

Taste of Independence
July 4: Harrisburg toasts the nation’s birth with a July 4th Food Trucks and Fireworks featuring food trucks, live music, a wine garden, kids’ activities and more in Riverfront Park, 1 to 9 p.m. The annual fireworks display follows at dark. www.harrisburgpa.gov

Declaration Reading
July 4: The Historical Society of Dauphin County presents the 12th annual public reading of the Declaration of Independence with John Harris Jr. reenactor David Biser from the porch of the John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion, 219 S. Front St., Harrisburg. Readings will take place on the hour at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., with a special candlelight reading at 8 p.m. www.dauphincountyhistory.org

Film Fridays
July 8, 22: Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, will show “Roll Bounce” at 7 p.m. and June 24 at 2 p.m. The film follows Xavier, a teenage boy in Chicago, who struggles with the loss of his mother and turns to roller-skating as a way to deal with his angst. www.fredricksenlibrary.org

Outdoor Movies
July 8, 22: Dauphin County Parks and Recreation presents Sunset Series Movie Night at Fort Hunter Park, 5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg, with screenings of “Luca” on July 8 and “Soul” on July 22. The movies begin at 8:30 p.m. Bring a picnic or grab refreshments from the Friends of Fort Hunter concession stand. www.forthunter.org

Shipoke Flea
July 9: The annual Shipoke Flea returns, with a wide assortment of goods available for purchase. The event, organized by the Shipoke Neighborhood Association, runs 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. along the 500- to 800-blocks of S. Front Street, Harrisburg. www.shipoke.org

Volunteer Day
July 9: 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 will be provided, and refreshments will be available. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Pump Primers
July 9: PA Pump Primers’ Annual Antique Fire Apparatus Show and Muster returns to Harrisburg, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A parade of antique fire trucks will leave the PA Farm Show building and travel to Riverfront Park, where they will be on view all day. Speak to owners, play games, grab food and listen to music. www.papumpprimers.org

Music Fest
July 9: Head to Midtown for the Millworks Music Festival at 340 Verbeke St., Harrisburg, 1 to 7 p.m., for a day of music, food, art and beer, as a benefit for the Broad Street Market. www.millworksharrisburg.com

Book Sale
July 9-14: Palmyra Public Library hosts its annual used book sale at Palmyra First United Methodist Church, 520 E. Birch St. The book sale opens on July 9 with an early preview from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Admission is $5 per person. Customers should bring their own boxes or bags. www.palmyra.lclibs.org

Outdoor Play
July 13: Exchange screen time for Kids Discover-Outdoor Play at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 1 to 3 p.m. Join a naturalist at Fort Hunter to discover a variety of creative outdoor games anyone can play at home. Kids can think creatively, move around and have fun. www.wildwoodlake.org

Food Rally
July 14: 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

Curiosity Kids
July 14, 28: Kids ages 3 to 6 are invited to Curiosity Kids to learn about density on July 14 and the history of the general store on July 28, at the State Museum of PA, 300 North St., Harrisburg, 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. This event is included with general admission to the museum, but space is limited. www.statemuseumpa.org

3rd in the Burg
July 15: 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

Brewfest
July 16: Sample more than 60 craft brews while listening to music and tasting food from area food trucks at the 10th Annual Dauphin County Brewfest on the front lawn of Fort Hunter Mansion, 5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg, 4 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door and $15 for designated drivers. www.forthunter.org

Boat Service
July 17: Salem UCC will host a casual ecumenical service on the Pride of the Susquehanna, an event free and open to the public. The boat leaves the dock at 10 a.m., and the service is followed by a picnic on City Island. www.salemuccharrisburg.org

Flower Walk
July 17: Take a walk at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., to view joe-pye weed, pokeweed, three species of monarda and two species of jewelweed. Learn how these flowers were named and some of their early and even modern-day uses. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Vision Bowl
July 18: Bowl a couple of games, learn about vision loss programs and support Vision Resources of Central Pennsylvania at the annual Vision Bowl, which starts at 6 p.m. at ABC East Lanes, 1001 Eisenhower Blvd., Harrisburg. Entry fee includes bowling, food, refreshments and a T-shirt. To learn more, contact Cheryl Cuddy at [email protected] or call VROCP at 717-238-2531.

Harrisburg Mile
July 20: Join the annual sprint down Front Street or just watch from the sidelines during the 41st annual Harrisburg Mile. The race starts at 5:30 p.m. with a fun run and continues through 8 p.m. with age group, corporate challenge and elite heats, with a celebration at the finish line. www.ymcarun.com

Heritage Days
July 21-24: Tuscarora Valley Heritage Days will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. each day at 6201 Route 75, East Waterford, with an antique tractor show, flea market and live music. Find Tuscarora Valley Heritage Days on Facebook for details.

Golf Scramble
July 22: The Children’s Dyslexia Center of Central Pennsylvania hosts its 15th Annual Harrisburg Consistory A.S.S.R. Golf Scramble at the Rich Valley Golf Course, 227 Rich Valley Rd., Mechanicsburg. Registration begins at 8 a.m., and the shotgun start is at 8:30 a.m. Registration forms are due no later than July 15. www.valleyofharrisburg.org

Dutch Days
July 27-30: Head to Richfield Dutch Days, Basom Memorial Park, Richfield, for summer family fun, rides, bingo, food, fireworks and more. Enjoy a Dutch menu throughout the week. An outdoor picnic, church service and parade will be held on Sunday evening. www.dutchdays.com

Evening Mixer
July 29: Join West Shore Chamber of Commerce for an evening mixer at Cedar Run, 824 Lisburn Rd., Camp Hill, 4 to 6 p.m. This free event is open to chamber members. Potential members are welcome to attend two free chamber events. www.wschamber.org

Bus Tour
July 30: The Historic Harrisburg Association hosts its second annual bus tour of local landmarks, featuring African American heritage sites in Cumberland County, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.historicharrisburg.org

Pride Fest
July 30: The Pride Festival of Central PA celebrates its 30th anniversary, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with music, food, performances, vendors and fun, at Emergency Responders Plaza, 3rd and North streets (behind the State Museum of PA), Harrisburg. Daylong parking for $10 is available at the 7th Street Garage. Pride requests a $10 donation for admission to the festival. www.centralpapride.org.

Nature & Art Fest
July 30: Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art hosts its annual Nature and Art Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at MYO Park, Millersburg. The free festival includes food and craft vendors, education and art presentations, make-it-yourself bluebird boxes, live music and more. www.nedsmithcenter.org

Concert Series
July 31: Harrisburg Young Professionals hosts a free concert with Natalie Ness at Italian Lake, N. 3rd and Division streets, Harrisburg, 6 to 8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair, picnic blankets and snacks. www.hyp.org

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Treasured Threads: One weaver passes her legacy to another

June 30, 2022 | by Molly Foster

Nelly Smith

When you walk into Weft Wabi-Sabi Weaving on a brisk day, you’re enveloped in the radiant warmth of a fired-up Irish wood stove.

During summer’s sticky string of months, sheep’s wool insulation cools the shed-turned-small business to a comfortable equilibrium. Above you, natural light rains in from skylights—beneath your soles, a cushiony cork floor.

Womb-like is how one weaver described the feeling upon entry.

“Womb-like,” owner Nelly Smith echoed, mulling it over. “I don’t think I could put Weft to words better than that if I tried.”

Though, if she did try, she’d equate it to “a little slice of heaven”—an ambiance reminiscent of a Japanese tea room, which, to her, a lover of tea and artistry, is as close to heaven as can be experienced on earth.

At Weft, Smith facilitates a weaving experience that’s about much more than just putting thread onto loom. Rooted in “Wabi-Sabi,” an ancient Japanese aesthetic philosophy in which beauty is found in imperfection, weavers are encouraged to explore this concept through their creations.

Shelved on the walls and bundled together in baskets on the floor are threads of nearly every color and texture imaginable. With bountiful fibers within reach, weavers are at liberty to intermix hues of reds and yellows, purples and blues—whatever their hearts desire.

“There are no rules,” Smith said.

When people enter, she wants them to feel free to be the truest version of themselves and to express that through the loom as they rhythmically move the needle over and under the warp thread. She simply instructs: “Pick a color and start weaving.” The rest is up to them.

“When they leave after weaving for a few hours, I hope they feel a little more ‘something’—whatever that ‘something’ is that they needed most,” she said. “I want them to feel like they can handle the world a little bit better.”

A Legacy

Smith believes the loom can help people find—or rediscover—themselves because it happened to her several years ago.

As a stay-at-home mom who home-schools her three young children, she’s experienced joy in teaching them to exercise their creativity and explore their curiosities. But while nurturing her children, she grew increasingly aware of the stuck spots in her life, including her long battle with dyslexia and accompanying feelings of imperfection. Looking for a cathartic outlet, she stumbled upon Kite Tales SAORI Weaving Arts Studio.

Kite Tales, located in downtown Mechanicsburg at the time, just down the street from her house, was offering classes, and Smith began weaving there every Wednesday. There, she became close to owner Tara Kiley-Rothwell.

“Tara started to reteach me how to live. Her love for her students and passion for weaving was the medicine I had been searching for my whole life,” Smith said. “I learned to trust myself and honor myself. I often say I started weaving, then I started crying, and then I started healing.”

Last June, Kiley-Rothwell passed away after a battle with cancer, and the studio closed. She left behind a parting request for Smith.

“On her deathbed, Tara told her husband that she wanted me to continue the studio,” Smith said.

Wanting to fulfill her dear friend’s wish, she combined her degrees in art and social work to open Weft, located down a small alley in downtown Mechanicsburg. Having purchased the authentic Japanese looms and remaining thread that Kiley-Rothwell left behind, Smith is now giving them a second life.

“Nelly continuing Tara’s legacy is a beautiful tribute to our dear friend,” said April Bilbrey, who befriended Smith at Kite Tails and now helps teach classes at Weft. “It’s an amazing art form that formed bonds between us that will last beyond this lifetime.”

These treasured threads from the past are not just being shaped into potholders, table runners, scarves and wall hangings. They’re interweaving Kiley-Rothwell into the core of Weft—the person who inspired the people and the place.

Once students and now teachers, Smith and Bilbrey are sharing the lessons they learned through weaving, encouraging people to see beauty in all things, whether an artistic creation or themselves. And Smith is cherishing every little “magical” moment.

“I am blown away by the students I have had in the short time Weft has been open,” Smith said. “Their ideas give me goosebumps; their joy in weaving is infectious. I feel like I have so much to learn from all of them. It is such a joy to be part of their weaving journey.”

Weft Wabi-Sabi Weaving is located on E. Stouffer Alley (rear of 310 E. Main St.), Mechanicsburg. For more information, visit www.weftweaving.com.

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Music for the Market: The Millworks to host music festival benefiting the Broad Street Market

June 22, 2022 | by Ellen Frantz

The Millworks

The Millworks soon will turn up the music during a festival to benefit the Broad Street Market.

The Millworks Music Festival will take place on July 9 from 1 to 7 p.m. on the grass lot on 3rd and Verbeke streets in Harrisburg. There will be six musical acts, some of which are local, four food trucks and 12 art vendors, along with a beer tent.

This is the first time The Millworks has hosted the music festival. Tara Chickey, artistic director for The Millworks, said the idea was inspired by the various outdoor events that the restaurant hosted during the pandemic. They decided the event would be a great way to raise funds for their Midtown neighbor, the Broad Street Market, a nonprofit organization.

According to Chickey, The Millworks team “thought a music festival was a lovely idea,” and a great opportunity to use their large outdoor space for a community event.

Performers at the festival will include Big Happy, Lumberob, Weird Year, Jen Starsinic, Slughead and The Great Northeast. Entry to the festival is free.

Chickey encouraged community members to come to the festival to support the market. All vendors will donate 10% of their profits to the Broad Street Market.

“It’s for a good cause,” Chickey said. “Broad Street is so wonderful.”

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blanket or chairs to sit on. As for what they can expect of the festival, Chickey said that it will be a fun time.

“They can count on hanging out for the day,” Chickey said. “Relax and enjoy. It will be a fun day filled with music, art, beer and good times.”

For more information on the Millworks Music Festival, visit their website.

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Artsfest to return to Harrisburg’s Riverfront Park this weekend with art, music and food

May 25, 2022 | by Ellen Frantz

Harrisburg officials introduced Artsfest this morning in city hall.

A colorful Harrisburg event is headed back to the Susquehanna shoreline this weekend.

Harrisburg’s 54th annual Artsfest will return to Riverfront Park from May 28 to 30 with vendors, music and food. This is the first time since 2019 that the event will be held in Riverfront Park, having moved to City Island last year due to the pandemic.

“It is going to be bigger and better than ever,” said Harrisburg’s Director of Communications Matthew Maisel at a press conference on Wednesday.

The event will feature 150 artisan vendors, 50 performing acts, 25 food trucks and a special “Kidsfest” for children.

The festival will showcase art from across the country such as pottery and ceramics, paintings and drawings, digital art, jewelry, apparel, photography, printmaking, woodworking and more. The HBG Flea will also be onsite selling locally made items from nearly 50 vendors.

The UPMC stage will showcase local bands and dance groups, including Jazzfest, featuring 15 different jazz performers.

Artsfest is occurring simultaneously with the Art Association of Harrisburg’s 140th anniversary. In celebration, the musical group, the Wednesday Club, will hold a piano and vocal concert at the association’s N. Front Street building. The Art Association will also begin its 94th Annual International Juried Exhibition on May 28.

The Susquehanna Art Museum will also be present at the festival. They will show art in their 30-foot “VanGo! Museum on Wheels” where festival attendees can view a portable art museum.

Renewal by Andersen will sponsor the “Kidsfest,” where kids can get their faces painted, learn about animals and insects, enjoy a performance by the Popcorn Hat Players and make their own canvas paintings. “Kidsfest” will also feature a circus activity where kids can do activities such as walk a mini tightrope and learn how to juggle.

New to this year’s festival is a community glass mural, in which event attendees will be able to create their own glass tile to add to a larger community mural. The mural will be completed by students in grades 4 through 9 who will attend the Capital Area Intermediate Unit (CAIU)’s summer residency program at John Harris High School at the end of June. The mural will then be displayed at the school.

Maisel said that the purpose of the mural is to drive home the theme of “community.” He hopes to have visitors from the surrounding areas come to the festival and not just Harrisburg residents.

“We want people to know that this is not just a City of Harrisburg event; this is not just for the people of Harrisburg,” said Maisel. “We want to see people from Lancaster. We want to see people from York. We want to see people from all over Cumberland County come to Harrisburg this weekend and experience our city.”

Art can also be experienced outside of Riverfront Park. Visit Hershey & Harrisburg recently launched an audio-guided, mobile tour of the city’s murals. “Murals and More- A Walk of Art” takes visitors down two suggested paths with various murals and 14 check-in spots. After stopping at all 14, participants can win postcards with a picture of the murals on the front.

If attendees get hungry, some 25 food trucks will be on site with items such as crab cakes, cheesesteaks and Farm Show milkshakes for artists and art lovers alike. There will also be a beer and wine garden.

Festival attendees can park on City Island for $5 and at the Market Square Garage for $10 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. courtesy of Park Harrisburg. Street parking is free on May 29 and 30 and after 5 p.m. on May 28 Downtown. Drivers can get four hours of free parking in downtown Harrisburg by using the code LUVHBG in the Parkmobile app. Handicapped parking will be available on State Street near Front Street.

N. Front Street, from Forster to Walnut streets, will be closed to vehicle traffic from 9 a.m. on May 27 until midnight on May 30.

For more information on Harrisburg’s Artsfest, visit their website.

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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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The Painted Word: Artists offer Sunlight and Shadows for the annual “Art in the Wild”

March 31, 2022 | by Bob MacGinnes

Art by Carrie Breschi

What started out as a grand experiment in 2012 is about to celebrate its 10th anniversary.

This month, “Art in the Wild” returns to Wildwood Park to mark a decade of magnificent outdoor installations.

In announcing this annual rite of spring, committee chair Jim Caufield shared that he felt “excitement about hosting the regionally recognized outdoor environmental art show at Wildwood Park, providing an opportunity for artistically minded participants to demonstrate their skills in this special genre of the art field.”

A decade ago, Elizabeth Johnson and a few likeminded Friends of Wildwood, including Caufield and Marcy Brenner, made it their mission to create unique, seasonal landscape installations, mounted from April through September’s end.

To date, over 140 works have been placed throughout the park throughout the history of “Art in the Wild,” with a promise of an additional 18 for this year’s exhibition.

For 2022, Caufield and Richelle Corty, environmental educator at the Olewine Nature Center, put out a call to new participants this past fall. A hands-on, mini-day camp to teach what is involved was held on an early November Saturday with four sets of instructors, veterans of the event instructing initiates in the art form. Two members of the class have now joined forces with past entrants for this spring’s event, and the instructional session will now take place annually.

Twelve returnees from past years, along with six new participants, will comprise the field in 2022. Of that half dozen, four will be students, including an art major from Dickinson College, a Central Dauphin High School student mentored by her art teacher, Newport High students and a group of art students from St. Joan of Arc Middle School. Last year’s top three winners are returning to the fray with Carrie Breschi, Jill Lippert and Carol Reed, who took first-, second- and third-place awards, respectively. The exhibit opens to the public Sunday, April 3, offering visitors the perfect time to come out to Wildwood and meet the artists to discuss their visions.

Serendipitously synched to the backdrop of world events surrounding the ongoing pandemic, this year’s theme is “Sunlight and Shadows.” Art enthusiasts creating new works will aspire to incorporate elements of both, sharing a message of hope in sunlight, even with the darkest days of shadows. One can’t help but think of the Irish elegy in song, “Danny Boy,” as the narrator’s solemn oath, “I’ll be here in sunshine or in shadow.”

It begs the question—did the “Art in the Wild” committee have that in mind when choosing the theme? The contrast between light and shadow is one of coexistence, for one does not exist without the other. In the end, it is the choice we make to remain in the shadows or step out into the light. The artist may straddle both, reflective of the balance in nature. To take part in their adventure, make a promise to be there in sunlight or in shadow.

“Art in the Wild” runs April 3 to Sept. 30 at Wildwood Park, Harrisburg. For more information, visit www.explorewildwoodpark.org. Images are from the 2021 “Art in the Wild.”

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Once an eyesore, 5G pole by Susquehanna Art Museum becomes colorful work of art

March 23, 2022 | by Maddie Gittens

Verizon 5G pole in front of the Susquehanna Art Museum

The Susquehanna Art Museum was not initially happy with the large 5G pole that popped up in front of their building last summer.

But on Wednesday, they showed off the pole, which was transformed into a colorful work of art.

“I wanted this to be a light in the community,” said Stephen Michael Haas, the Harrisburg artist behind the design. “You can’t help but smile when you see it.”

The pole is one of over 100 small cell sites that Verizon has installed in Harrisburg as part of its efforts to provide 5G Ultra Wideband connectivity. According to Verizon, the poles increase network speeds and streaming capabilities.

However, when Verizon started to bring the technology to the city last year, many residents and business owners had concerns about the aesthetics of the poles, especially those fronting historic properties.

Alice Anne Schwab, executive director of Susquehanna Art Museum in Harrisburg, was also unhappy with the new device that was installed directly in front of her museum. However, she has since developed a partnership with Verizon to make the pole the first of its kind in the nation to become a work of art. The museum brought in Haas to complete the work.

“We are so excited about this partnership, but at first we weren’t,” Schwab said. “We are proud to be the place people can look to and say, ‘yes,’ you can work with a corporate company.”

The pole is wrapped in a whimsical rainbow design created by Haas with the intent of turning an eyesore into a cheery sight-to-see, he said.

Artist Stephen Michael Haas

“It’s art for everybody,” Haas said. “That’s important for me. There’s not a barrier for entry. My biggest goal is to inspire people.”

According to Verizon Project Manager Marshall Sbar, the company is having discussions about adding art to other 5G poles in the future.

“There’s so much potential for these,” he said. “It’s not going to be the last. I think there are going to be a lot more of these.”

Verizon officials noted that, so far, there have been 112 5G poles installed in the city with plans to add 33 more throughout this year.

This is Verizon’s second local arts partnership locally, as the company sponsored the “Kindness Mural” by artist Ali M. Williams on the Strawberry Square building, last November.

The Susquehanna Art Museum is located at 1401 N. 3^rd St., Harrisburg. For more information, visit their website.

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Group of local creatives to open Harrisburg studio with focus on accessibility, representation for marginalized artists

March 15, 2022 | by Maddie Gittens

The Garden Collective artists. From left: Dre Ceja, Gabe Darling, Hanni Sindelar, Lou Kirkland

According to a group of local artists, accessibility is key to a great creative community.

This weekend, The Garden Collective will open an art studio with that value at the forefront—that art is for everyone.

Located on the third floor of Grace Church’s building on State Street in Harrisburg, the studio will provide workspace for the four founding artists: Lou Kirkland, Hanni Sindelar, Gabe Darling and Dre Ceja. More than that, they envision it as a space where other artists like them have a place to create.

“Art is this really beautiful way to bring people together,” Ceja said. “It can be really powerful for the community.”

The group explained that the idea for The Garden Collective came out of a desire to have a space in Harrisburg that is accessible for artists who are often underrepresented in other studios. They’ve seen how things like income, race, sexuality, gender and culture have made it harder for people to access certain spaces. Specifically, they want to highlight Black and brown artists and artists from the LGBTQ community—identities that are represented within the group of founders.

“It’s very important for us to be able to center people within marginalized populations,” Kirkland said. “There really just aren’t that many opportunities for people who look like us and identify like we do.”

Among the four artists are photographers, painters, costume designers, jewelry makers and mixed media artists. With her photography business, You by Lou, Kirkland creates portraits of Black and brown individuals. Ceja specializes in multimedia art through their brand, Studio Con Chile. Darling focuses on photography and zine creation with their brand, Mx. Darling Creations, and Sindelar’s business, Treats Worldwide, specializes in custom clothing designs.

The group plans to offer workshops, gallery shows, vending events and other opportunities for collaboration at their studio. Eventually, they hope to have a permanent gallery and craft corner with materials for artists to use for projects.

According to Darling, the group chose the name, The Garden Collective, as a representation of what they hope to do—plant seeds in the community.

“I want to cultivate community through art,” Darling said. “I feel like we are really able to do that in this space.”

The Garden Collective will hold a grand opening celebration on March 19 at 3 p.m. There will be a ribbon-cutting, followed by a reception with authentic Mexican food, music by DJ She Wolf and local artist vendors. Face masks and vaccination cards or proof of a negative COVID test are required for entry.

Grace Church is located at 216 State St., Harrisburg. For more information, visit The Garden Collective on Instagram or email them at [email protected].

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Community Corner: Notable Events in March

February 28, 2022 | by Missy Smith

Maple Sugar Festival
March 3: Enjoy the annual Maple Sugar Festival at Fort Hunter Park, 5300 N. Front St., Harrisburg, 12 to 4 p.m. Learn the mysteries of maple syrup making and have fun with tree tapping and children’s activities. Taste syrup and shop for Pennsylvania maple products. www.forthunter.org

Pitties and Pints
March 4: Join Harrisburg Young Professionals at Midstate Distillery, 1817 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg, 6 to 8 p.m., for “Pitties and Pints,” benefiting Pitties.Love.Peace, which will bring several pit bull puppies in search of their forever homes. HYP will also accept supply and monetary donations. www.hyp.org

Get That Job

March 4-27: Attend Get that Job! workshops virtually or in-person at Fredericksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, on Fridays, 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 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

Kids Discover

March 5: Kids are invited to Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, to learn about woodpeckers and their adaptations. Make a craft and take a walk to look for signs of woodpeckers. Cost is $5 per child; chaperones are free. Two sessions will be held: 10 to 11:30 a.m., ages 4 to 6, and 1:30 to 3 p.m., ages 7 to 10. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Seed Swap
March 5: Winters Heritage House Museum, 47 E. High St., Elizabethtown, hosts its Heirloom Seed Swap & Garden Workshop, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Lay out a great garden for spring and learn how to minimize work and maximize produce. Bring seeds to swap or make a donation. www.elizabethtownhistory.org

HBG Flea
March 5: Shop the HBG Flea for local art, vintage treasures, curated curios and unique gifts, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Strawberry Square, Harrisburg. The mission of the HBG Flea is to create a platform for growth in the community by bringing artists, small businesses and patrons together in one place. www.hbgflea.com

Ice & Fire
March 5: Harrisburg’s annual Ice & Fire Festival returns with ice sculptures, fire dancers, a street festival, food trucks, kids’ activities and more. This year, the festival takes place on Front Street downtown, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with ice sculptures located throughout the city. www.harrisburgpa.gov

Peaceful Poses

March 9, 11: Kids ages 3 and older are invited to a yoga adventure with Ann Fields, founder of Peaceful Poses Kids Yoga, Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill. On March 9 at 7:30 p.m., kids can wind down with PJ Yoga on Zoom and, on March 11, they can do virtual or in-person yoga at 10 a.m. www.fredricksenlibrary.org

Curious Kids
March 10: State Museum of PA, 300 North St., Harrisburg, invites kids ages 3 to 6 and their families to “Curiosity Kids” at 11:30 a.m. to learn about the various types of bird beaks and their specialized functions. Kids can make their own bird feeder to take home to observe birds feeding. www.statemuseumpa.org

Food Rally

March 10: Enjoy fresh, savory foods at the New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally every second Thursday of the month, from March to December, 5 to 8 p.m. Grab dinner from area food trucks or New Cumberland restaurants, and cap off the evening with shopping and special promotions at local businesses. www.newcumberlandpa.org

PA Charter

March 11: Join the State Museum of Pennsylvania and Josh Stahlman, archivist from the Pennsylvania State Archives, for Virtual Learn at Lunchtime to study the William Penn 1681 Pennsylvania Charter, 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. A question-and-answer session follows. www.statemuseumpa.org

Film Fridays
March 11: Head to Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, for a special Film Friday of 2022 Oscar-nominated short films. View documentary short films from 2 to 5 p.m. and take in live action short films from 7 to 9 p.m. www.fredricksenlibrary.org

Spring Wreath
March 12: Decorate a wreath with natural materials at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cones, nuts and seed pods will be supplied. Participants may bring additional items and ribbon. Sip tea or coffee while adding finishing touches. Workshop fee is $25 per wreath. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Volunteer Day
March 12: Enjoy the outdoors and help with continuing 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 will be available.

www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Author Weekend

March 12-13: Join Cupboard Maker Books, 157 N. Enola Rd., Enola, for “Local Author Weekend,” March 12, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and March 13, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Authors from fiction, romance, mystery, fantasy, horror and thriller genres will sign their books throughout the weekend. Find a full schedule online. www.cupboardmaker.com

Spring Gardening

March 12, 19, 26: Penn State Extension Master Gardeners presents its Spring Gardening Symposium at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Join Dauphin County Master Gardener Kevin Kelly, virtually or in-person, for “A Four-Season Garden–Secrets of Success.” Cost is $5. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Book Signing

March 13: Scott L. Mingus, Sr. will discuss and sign his book, “A Carnival of Grief: The Lincoln Funeral Train in Pennsylvania,” at John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion, 219 S. Front St., Harrisburg, 1 p.m. Artifacts from the train’s stop will be on display, and copies of the book will be available for purchase. www.dauphincountyhistory.org

3rd in The Burg
March 18: 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

Campfire Stories

March 18: Experience the magic of Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, at night. Make s’mores and listen to stories while cozied up around a campfire, 7:30 to 9 p.m. As a group, attendees will build their own round robin story. Dress for the weather and bring something to sit on. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

St. Patty’s Parade
March 19: Harrisburg Downtown Improvement District hosts the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade starting at 2 p.m. with Irish dance groups, pipe and drum bands, festive floats, famous characters, cool cars, marching bands and more. The “Lucky Charm” 5K/10K precedes the parade at 12 p.m. www.harrisburgstpatricksdayparade.com

Flower Walk

March 20: Take a walk at Wildwood Park, 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, 1:30 to 3 p.m., to seek out skunk cabbage, other cold tolerant plants, and anything left over from winter. You may even spot a few flowering trees. www.explorewildwoodpark.org

Archeology Talk

March 20: Dr. Andrew Wyatt, principal investigator of excavations at Lemoyne Borough Park’s Susquehannock Village, will discuss archeology at New Cumberland Library’s Foundation House, 1 Benjamin Plaza, 3 p.m. He will present local findings and how they advance knowledge of central PA’s Native people. www,newcumberlandlibrary.org

Empty Bowls

March 21: Fight hunger one bowl at a time at Carlisle Arts Learning Center’s Empty Bowls, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Dickinson College’s Holland Union Building. All proceeds benefit Project SHARE. Tickets are $25. www.carlislearts.org

Music Awards

March 24: Save the date for the Central Pennsylvania Music Awards (CPMAs) and its Hall of Fame induction ceremony at the Hershey Theatre, 15 E. Caracas Ave., Hershey, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. for the red-carpet pre-show. The Englewood, 1219 Research Blvd., Hummelstown, will host the after-party. www.cpmhof.com

Women of Excellence
March 24: YWCA Greater Harrisburg presents its annual “Tribute to Women of Excellence” awards dinner at the Hershey Lodge, 325 University Dr., Hershey, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The tribute will honor 25 outstanding women who dedicate time and talent to making a difference in central PA. Cost is $100 per seat. www.ywcahbg.org

Nature Lab
March 25: State Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 North St., Harrisburg, hosts a talk with Nevin Welte, mussel biologist for the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Welte will discuss the importance of freshwater mussels and the efforts being made to restore populations to rivers and streams. www.statemuseumpa.org

Film Friday
March 25: Fredricksen Library, 100 N. 19th St., Camp Hill, will show “Crip Camp” on Film Friday. The film takes place in 1971 at Camp Jened, a summer camp in New York for teens with disabilities who became activists for disability rights. Showings are at 2 and 7 p.m. www.fredricksenlibrary.org

Art Auction
March 25: Join Harrisburg Habitat for Humanity for its 17th annual “Art Builds Homes” art auction at the Hershey Country Club, 1000 E. Derry Rd., starting at 6 p.m. with an artist reception with hors d’oeuvres, tastings, raffle tickets, a cash bar, a silent auction, a dessert bar and more. The live art auction begins at 7:30 p.m. www.harrisburghabitat.org

Exhibit Opportunity

March 25-26: The PA Dance Sport Ballroom, Hummelstown, welcomes a limited number of artists to exhibit during its weekend Spring Fling Dance. The event will begin with an artist reception on March 25 at 8 p.m. and will continue during the March 26 dance event. www.padancesport.com

Kids to School

March 26: Keystone Rotary hosts the 3rd Annual Capital City Corn Hole Challenge at Appalachian Brewing Co., 50 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event supports Yes Liberia’s Hop on the Bus campaign, which helps get kids to school safely and quickly, while also providing jobs. www.hbgkeystonerotary.org

Beautiful Burg

March 28: Janice Lynx, founder of Friends of Sheepford Road Bridge and executive director of the West Shore Historical Society, and Veronica Martin, historic bridge program manager for PennDOT, will present “The Bridges She Built: Women’s Role in Creating and Restoring Historic Bridges” in a virtual discussion, 6 to 7:30 p.m. www.historicharrisburg.org

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