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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

 

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

 

What you’ll find ⤵️

For something new: You’re sure to find something new during Harrisburg Fringe Festival, running all weekend; Englewood Hershey Summer Patio Series; A blast from the past: 717 Collaboration Beer 🍻 is back – find it at Appalachian Brewing, Boneshire Brew Works, Ever Grain Brewing, Pizza Boy Brewing, Tröegs Independent Brewing, Wolf Brewing, and Zeroday Brewing Worth noting: It’s also 3rd in the Burg! A final jazz jam session at Pursuit Coworking, Barkley Cove is at Strawberry Square Things on my agenda this weekend: New medspa launch party, OUT THERE (Fringe), Strawberry Square Music Series, hosting fam

For your weekend planning

A Look Ahead

  1. July 31: July SoMa Block Party
  2. What’s New (and What You Already Love) About the 2025 Dauphin County Live Concert Series
  3. Aug. 15: Strawberry Square Music Series welcomes Meaghan Farrell!
  4. Full SoMa Block Party calendar!
  5. Join me for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Nov. 1!
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  7. Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

Dave & Ashley Niedbalski of Grand Rising Curations and Midstate Shows, which will host the Dauphin County Live Concert Series.

We hope our news coverage this week, and every week, has kept you informed on what’s happening in your community. In case you missed any of it, we’ve rounded up all of our stories, below.

City Council approved a zoning change for the former Polyclinic Hospital property in Harrisburg, as a developer seeks to renovate it, our reporting found. Pennmark Harrisburg Holdings has proposed turning the large building into apartments and commercial space.

Dauphin County Commissioner Justin Douglas announced that he will consider running for representative of Pennsylvania’s 10th congressional district in 2026, our online story reported. He said that he will launch an exploratory committee to meet with community leaders and determine the resources needed for a potential race.

The Dauphin County Live Concert Series begins this month, presenting three shows in Riverfront Park, our magazine story reported. Organizer Midstate Shows has revived the concerts, previously hosted by HU Presents, that have brought music to the riverfront the past few summers.

Home sales in the Harrisburg area increased last month, along with prices, according to recent data. To find specific data for Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry counties, click here.

Humane Society of Harrisburg Area is making reforms and seeing the number of adoptions rise after a tumultuous few years. Read more in our magazine story.

The outdoors are calling you and your family. Our columnist takes you from parks to playgrounds and volunteer opportunities that are perfect for the kids this summer.

PennDOT announced that it reopened the pedestrian underpass that goes under Cameron Street near the Farm Show Complex, our online story reported. The underpass had been closed since February due to concrete deterioration.

Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association Foundation shared this week that TheBurg was named “2025 News Organization of the Year,” our story reported.

Sara Bozich has your weekend itinerary covered with her roundup of events, here.

Tower Jewelers opened in the Shops on 3rd at Strawberry Square recently, our online story reported. The storefront offers high-end gold and gemstone jewelry.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

 

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

 

What you’ll find ⤵️

For something new: A bourbon and cigar dinner at Grateful Goat; Forest Bathing- Nature Based Mindfulness Walks at Wildwood Park Worth noting: Shipoke Flea on Saturday; lots of outdoor movies; 16th Annual Blues & Brews at Mount Hope Things on my agenda this weekend: Girls night Friday to Theatre Harrisburg’s Catharsis (pizza & wine before, of course); Taking the kiddo to see Jumanji outside at Midtown Cinema Saturday; otherwise r+r following an extra-hectic week

For your weekend planning

A Look Ahead

  1. July 18: Strawberry Square Music Series fting Barkley Cove
  2. July 18: 3rd in the Burg Jazz Jam Session at Pursuit
  3. July 31: July SoMa Block Party
  4. What’s New (and What You Already Love) About the 2025 Dauphin County Live Concert Series
  5. Full SoMa Block Party calendar!
  6. Join me for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Nov. 1!
  7. Are you on my email list? 
  8. Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

Christine Wood of Harrisburg and her schnoodle Allie, age 10, walk along 3rd Street in Harrisburg.

It’s not quite Friday, but for most of us, the weekend is here! Enjoy the holiday and make sure you visit Harrisburg’s food truck festival on Friday. Before you unplug for the weekend, make sure you’re up to date on our news coverage, below.

The Capitol Gateway Project was a great start in making Harrisburg’s Forster Street safer for pedestrians, our editor said in his column. However, there’s much more to be done, he says.

Capital Region Water submitted a final “Pollution Reduction Plan” to state and federal regulators, our online story reported. The plan includes spending about $1.43 billion over 40 years to eliminate waste entering waterways.

Concerts will bring all the summer music vibes to Harrisburg this month. Our reviewer offers recommendations for can’t-miss shows, here.

Dog owners share their thoughts on living in Harrisburg with a pet, in our magazine story. Some people enjoy the opportunities to socialize their pups, while others wish there were more dog-friendly infrastructure.

Harrisburg activist Frank Pizzoli recently published his book “Passionate Outlier: Gay Writers and Allies on Their Work,” our magazine story reported. His work compiles his interviews with LGBTQ writers.

July brings lots of special summer events, such as those listed in our Community Corner. We also have a thorough list of everything that local libraries, theaters, venues and museums are offering this month, in our Happenings.

Sara Bozich’s Weekend Roundup includes ways to enjoy the holiday, as well as the rest of the long weekend, here. 

Tri-County Regional Planning Commission is offering Uber vouchers to people who consume alcohol at local bars during the holiday weekend, our online story reported. The initiative aims to deter drunken driving.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

 

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

 

What you’ll find ⤵️

For something new: Alexis Gives Back!, a lovely evening of music for a great cause on Saturday Worth noting: 4th of July Fireworks around the region; shop Little Black Dress’s 4th of July sale  Things on my agenda this weekend: 

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A Look Ahead

  1. July 18: Strawberry Square Music Series fting Barkley Cove
  2. July 18: 3rd in the Burg Jazz Jam Session at Pursuit
  3. July 31: July SoMa Block Party
  4. What’s New (and What You Already Love) About the 2025 Dauphin County Live Concert Series
  5. Full SoMa Block Party calendar!
  6. Join me for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Nov. 1!
  7. Are you on my email list? 
  8. Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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Friday – Independence Day!

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

Vice Capital cut the ribbon on its new affordable housing development, JMB Gardens, on N. 6th Street in Harrisburg.

Can you believe it’s almost July?! This month’s magazine just dropped, and you may notice a few more four-legged friends than usual. While you’re here, read our news from this week, and then head to grab a copy of our special pet issue.

Conservation can be taught to kids of any age, our magazine story reported. Local educators and programs provide gardening, outdoor events and environmental learning.

F3, a worldwide fitness initiative for men, will host its annual Keystone Convergence in Harrisburg for all Pennsylvania-based groups on June 27 and 28, our online story reported. The group aims to provide opportunities for connections and support for men.

Harrisburg City Council approved a development project to bring townhomes, apartment buildings and commercial space to Midtown, our online story reported. The project proposes 62 units around the Broad Street Market.

The Harrisburg School Board approved a 2025-26 budget that includes a 2% tax hike, our online story reported. This was the first budget in six years that the board has approved, as the district has just exited receivership.

July 4th in Harrisburg will include food trucks, live music and family activities, our online story reported. The city will also soon kick off its July Music Series at Reservoir Park.

Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association Foundation announced its Keystone Media Awards for the year, and TheBurg claimed 26 awards. Find out which stories were awarded, here.

The Pennsylvania State Museum will undergo a $55 million transformation to create a 21st-century museum experience, our online story reported. The project, which will close the museum for three years, will add a 16th-floor observation deck to the former state Archives.

Our publisher shares some of the feedback that he received on his column from last month, which discussed places of community connection in Harrisburg. He also sets the scene for the July issue of the magazine, here.

Sara Bozich has a packed list of weekend events, from music to exercise to artisan markets. Find all the happenings, here.

Theatre Harrisburg is presenting “The Da Vinci Code” through June 29. See what our reviewer has to say about the thriller, here.

Vice Capital, a development company owned by former NFL player LeSean McCoy, cut the ribbon on JMB Gardens this week, our online story reported. The housing complex will offer affordable one-, two- and three-bedroom units.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

 

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

 

What you’ll find ⤵️

For something new: Brews on the Breeches Inaugural Craft Beer & Spirits Festival at Allenberry on Saturday; Summer Night Laughs at The Abbey Bar | Hosted by Matt Moyer Worth noting: June “Budget Bash” SoMa Block Party is TONIGHT! Hyena Skits LIVE Sketch Show!! at Gamut on Saturday Things on my agenda this weekend: SoMa Block Party, berry picking

For your weekend planning

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A Look Ahead

  1. July 18: Strawberry Square Music Series fting Barkley Cove
  2. July 18: 3rd in the Burg Jazz Jam Session at Pursuit
  3. July 31: July SoMa Block Party
  4. Full SoMa Block Party calendar!
  5. Join me for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Nov. 1!
  6. Are you on my email list? 
  7. Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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Friday

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

Harrisburg City Council

The sun is out, making it a great weekend to explore the city! You may even find some suggestions for things to do, along with this week’s news, below.

Appalachian Trail enthusiasts can learn more about the path at a museum celebrating its 15th year, our magazine story reported. The museum in Gardeners features trail artifacts, information and history.

Ashcombe Mansion in Mechanicsburg was saved from demolition in recent years and restored, our magazine story reported. The historic building now operates as an events venue.

Bob’s art column this month invites readers to take a trip to Penn State’s Palmer Museum of Art, which he says is well worth the drive.

Filmmaker friends from Harrisburg will debut part two of their “River City Stories” project at the upcoming Harrisburg Fringe Festival, our online story reported. The film showcases stories of life in the city.

Friends of Midtown is marking the 10th anniversary of its summer Outdoor Film Series. In our magazine story, find out what movies will be featured on the screen outside Midtown Cinema this year.

Harrisburg City Council discussed a proposal by a local developer to construct apartments and townhomes in Midtown, our reporting found. Council also expressed support for new security measures at the Governor’s Mansion.

Jess Hayden of New Cumberland recently finished her goal of completing marathons in all 50 states, our magazine story reported. Hayden found support in her husband and stayed dedicated for the 11 years it took to achieve her goal.

Lebanon County makes a great day trip, says our writer. The area has everything from blacksmiths to bologna to natural beauty.

Rubicon in Harrisburg has great food and equally tasty cocktails. Here is what bartender Dylan Simon recommends, here.

Sara Bozich’s Weekend Roundup has the area’s best list of happenings, here. 

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

 

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

 

What you’ll find ⤵️

For something new: The Da Vinci Code opens at Theatre Harrisburg — starring radio personality Glenn Hamilton!

Worth noting: 3rd in the Burg!! Juneteenth celebrations! (Combine this for the Juneteenth SoMa Block Party Friday, and stop into Strawberry Square for Le Ghast)

Things on my agenda this weekend: All of the 3rd in the Burg things; Open Stage Gala

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A Look Ahead

  1. June 26: “Budget Bash” SoMa Block Party
  2. Full SoMa Block Party calendar!
  3. Are you on my email list? 
  4. Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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Friday

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

 

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

 

What you’ll find ⤵️

For something new: Fields of Honor Benefit Concert featuring Justin Moore in York; some fun Father’s Day events

Worth noting: Proudly PA! on Saturday; PA Cider Fest on Saturday

Things on my agenda this weekend: Jazz concerts (2!), plus some Father’s Day plans (finally going to Benaiha’s!)

For your weekend planning

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A Look Ahead

  1. June 20: Le Ghast headlines the Strawberry Square Music Series for 3rd in the Burg
  2. June 20: Juneteenth SoMa Block Party
  3. June 26: “Budget Bash” SoMa Block Party
  4. Full SoMa Block Party calendar!
  5. Are you on my email list? 
  6. Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

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