“Love’s Labour’s Lost” cast
While it can be easy to take your city for granted or get hung up on the challenges in your hometown, we encourage you to think positive this weekend! Harrisburg has its hurdles, like any other city, but is truly a great community, for so many reasons. From this week’s stories, below, find some new ways to enjoy, appreciate and explore your city.
The Appalachian Trail is the perfect place to explore with your family. Our columnist has some recommendations for ways to spend the month on and around the trail.
Bob’s Art Blog showcases upcoming summer exhibits and art shows in central PA, here.
“The Colored Museum” takes viewers on a museum tour without ever leaving their seats, says our reviewer. The show, presented by Sankofa African American Theatre Company and Open Stage shows through June 19.
Community Corner gives you a taste of special events taking place this month in the region. An even longer list of June Happenings can be found here.
The Harrisburg School District found out this week that it is slated to exit state receivership this month, our reporting found. The district, which has been under state oversight for six years, will soon return to local control.
“Love’s Labour’s Lost,” Gamut Theatre Group’s selection for its 32nd annual Free Shakespeare in the Park, runs through June 14 at Harrisburg’s Reservoir Park. Find out what our reviewer has to say about the production, here.
Pride Parade will return to Harrisburg on July 26, our online story reported. The parade will march downtown and feature floats, performances and speakers.
Sara Bozich has you covered with fun ways to spend the weekend in Harrisburg, here.
The scrap economy in Harrisburg may fly under the radar, but serves an important purpose. In our magazine story, find out more about the local industry that creates jobs, supplies manufacturers with recycled materials, and diverts discards away from landfills.
Summer is here and it’s the perfect time to start a Burg Bucket List. Find a few of our favorite hidden gems in Harrisburg and try something new in your city.
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) announced several funding options available for local nonprofits, our online story reported.
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