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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 26, 2025 | by 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

June 26: “Budget Bash” SoMa Block Party
2 Giveaways running through Saturday: a charity golf foursome and a charity music + food truck event
Excited to partner with Mason Dixon Distillery to share their Summer Party Contest
Feeling sluggish? Gameday Men’s Health can help – learn all about it here.
Market on Market is now running Tuesdays through fall!
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

July 18: Strawberry Square Music Series fting Barkley Cove
July 18: 3rd in the Burg Jazz Jam Session at Pursuit
July 31: July SoMa Block Party
F ull SoMa Block Party calendar!
Join me for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Nov. 1!
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Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

June 20, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

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 15^th 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 10^th 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

June 19, 2025 | by 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

For your weekend planning

June 20: Le Ghast headlines the Strawberry Square Music Series for 3rd in the Burg
June 20: CPFJ Jazz Jam Session at Pursuit Coworking
June 20: Juneteenth SoMa Block Party
Excited to partner with Mason Dixon Distillery to share their Summer Party Contest
Feeling sluggish? Gameday Men’s Health can help – learn all about it here.
Market on Market is now running Tuesdays through fall!
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

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

Thursday

95th Annual Jubilee Day
Jubilee Ale Beer Release! at Revolutionary Hot Sauce Eatery & Brewpub
Music in the Gardens at Hershey Gardens
Juneteenth HBG Jubilee
Juneteenth Free Admission Day at Susquehanna Art Museum
Harry Potter Trivia with Gruver Farms
Wine Dinner at Armstrong Valley Winery
Open Mic and Jam at The Abbey Bar!
Shwayze with Jarv & Clish at XL Live
Kidz Bop Live Certified Pop Tour at GIANT Center

Friday

- 3rd in the Burg
- Le Ghast | Strawberry Square Music Series | 3rd in the Burg
- 3rd in the Burg Jam Jazz Session presented by Members 1st Federal Credit Union
- Juneteenth SoMa Block Party with YPOC + HYP
- 3rd in the Burg Mural Mile Tours
- The Night Shift — 3rd In The Burg at Whitaker Center!
- 3rd in the Burg @ ABC w/ Alexia Christian
- June 3rd in the Burg at Susquehanna Art Museum
- An Evening with Rob Franklin and John Vercher: Great Black Hope at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Sunset Series: Lowry Blues Band at Fort Hunter Park
- Decked Out Live with Light Up The Moon at The Vineyard at Hershey
- Sip into the Solstice Celebration at Gruver Farms
- South Mountain Social with Special Guest Neil McClain and Kickin’ Rooster Food Truck at Big Hill Ciderworks
- Martini Bros. at Champions in Highspire
- Cycle Express Theme: TGIF – Collective Soul Radio at H2L Studio
- Yoga at The Harrisburg Beach Club with H2L Studio
- Yutzi & Joint Operation LIVE at The Abbey Bar
- Savannah Dexter x Brabo Gator – The Ride or Die Tour at XL Live
- The Depth Beneath Us and Hiroe, with Glif at JB Lovedraft’s MicroPub
- The Da Vinci Code at Theatre Harrisburg
- Forever Everly at Gretna Theatre
- The Happy Together Tour at American Music Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Saturday Morning Yoga at Boneshire Brew Works
- Zumba at Burn30
- Friends of Midtown Litter Clean Up & Meet Up – Summer Solstice Edition!
- Friends of New Cumberland Public Library Book & Media Sale
- Nature & Arts Festival at Ned Smith Center for Nature & Art
- H2L STUDIO OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP FUNDRAISER
- International Day of Yoga at One Love Yoga
- Broad Street Market Free Yoga Class
- June Market & Food Truck Rally at Creative Grounds
- Vineyard Tours with Gruver Farms
- J1M Release Party – Rubber Soul Taproom
- Juneteenth HBG Hip Hop & Harmony ft JADAKISS
- The Official Pride Bar Crawl – Harrisburg
- Karma’s Ultimate Pride Beach Bash
- Brewfest 2025 at Lucky Us Farm
- Neon Foam Party at Sawyers
- Tophouse at XL Live
- The Reagan Years: Totally 80’s Prom Night at Mickey’s Black Box
- MINKA & Red Meat Conspiracy LIVE at The Abbey Bar
- The Da Vinci Code at Theatre Harrisburg
- Forever Everly at Gretna Theatre
- C.S. Lewis: The Screwtape Letters at American Music Theatre
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walk-a-Bout!
- Brewery Tours: York City Walking Tour
- Brewery Tours: Cruise York County
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walking Tour

Sunday

- Sunday Tea at the Willows
- Sunday Markets at Allenberry Resort
- Barre in the Vineyard: H2L at Gruver Farms
- Makers at the Museum presented by Stay Apparel Co.
- Queens of Karma Present: The Eras Tour Drag Brunch
- Drag Away the Stigma at Zeroday Brewing
- Open Stage Gala
- The Da Vinci Code at Theatre Harrisburg
- Forever Everly at Gretna Theatre
- Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver at American Music Theatre

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 12, 2025 | by 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

June 13: CPFJ Presents Rodney Whitaker at Messiah University
June 14: Proudly PA! in Fort Hunter Park
Excited to partner with Mason Dixon Distillery to share their Summer Party Contest
Feeling sluggish? Gameday Men’s Health can help – learn all about it here.
Market on Market is now running Tuesdays through fall!
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

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

Thursday

Taco Thursday! at Boneshire Brew Works
Live Music at the Cinema with Tristin Lyneé
Understanding your Anxiety (Woman’s Mental Health Workshop) at H2L Studio
Walk with a Doc – Park Rx at Wildwood Park
National Red Rose Day at Hershey Gardens
Cousins Maine Lobster at Summer Kickoff with L.L.Bean
Shea Quinn Live Music at Harrisburg Beach Club
Lords of Acid + Little Miss Nasty + Lucia Cifarelli from KMFDM + DJ Xris Smack! at XL Live
Gamut Theatre Group presents Shakespeare in the Park Love’s Labour’s Lost
New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally

Friday

- CPFJ Spring Concert Series: Rodney Whitaker at Messiah University
- Cycle Express Theme: TGIF – Iggy Azalea Radio at H2L Studio
- Railroad Rhythms
- Conodoguinet Creek Float with Susquehanna Outfitters
- Future Fossils Guided Tour at Susquehanna Art Museum
- Hoko + Friends at Little Amps
- Sip & Stitch W/ Horizons Creative Studio at Book Bar
- Iron Bridge Music Festival
- Sunset Soul Soiree 2025 Featuring Shawan Rice!
- Sunset Series: Inside Out 2 at Fort Hunter Park
- Makers Spirit Event in downtown York
- 2ND FRIDAYS (Summer Music w/ Holly Serio) in Downtown Hummelstown
- Canine Rescue at Reesers’ Soft Ice Cream
- Down in Front! presents DEATH BED!: THE BED THAT EATS! at Midtown Cinema
- Music thru the Decades Trivia with Ffej @ Tröegs
- Decked Out Live with 3 Hour Tour at The Vineyard at Hershey
- RHETT MILLER OF OLD 97’S at Englewood Hershey
- Yacht Lobsters at Mickey’s Black Box
- Almost Queen A Tribute To Queen at XL Live
- The Colored Museum at Open Stage
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Shakespeare in the Park Love’s Labour’s Lost
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Saturday Morning Yoga at Boneshire Brew Works
- Zumba at Burn30
- PA Cider Fest 2025
- Proudly PA! at Fort Hunter Park
- FREE Nutrition Seminar with Kona Nutrition at Burn 30
- Berry Sweet Summer Bash at Fresh Market Hershey
- U.S. Army’s 250th Birthyday Celebration and This We’ll Defend exhibit opening at the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center
- Guided Birding Float with Susquehanna Outfitters
- Music on Chocolate
- The Wandering Maker: June Market
- Juneteenth: Community Block Party
- Makers Spirit Event in downtown York
- Fields of Honor Benefit Concert featuring Justin Moore
- Father’s Day Celebration x 717 Bungalow Cigars at Gruver Farm Winery
- 32nd Crafts in the Park in Lititz Springs Park
- Backyard BBQ at Ashcombe Farm and Greenhouse
- Iron Bridge Music Festival
- AFH Media Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting
- CPFJ Jazz Camp Student Showcase – FREE! at Messiah University
- Pennsylvania Ballet Academy – Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf at The Pullo Center
- Dillsburg Library Summer Lawn Concert Series
- An Evening with Marc Roberge of O.A.R. at The Vineyard at Hershey
- Bret Michaels at Hollywood Casino
- REPRISE recreates Phish at Mickey’s Black Box
- Shea Quinn’s The Band Who Sold The World- A Celebration Of David Bowie at XL Live
- Invincible: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson at American Music Theatre
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Shakespeare in the Park Love’s Labour’s Lost
- The Colored Museum at Open Stage
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walk-a-Bout!
- Brewery Tours: York City Walking Tour
- Brewery Tours: Cruise York County
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walking Tour

Sunday

- Sunday Tea at the Willows
- Sunday Markets at Allenberry Resort
- Brisket, Bourbon, and Brews at the Willows with Live Music by the Maxwell Project
- Guided Birding Float with Susquehanna Outfitters
- The Vineyard at Hershey Comedy Brunch with Earl David Reed!
- HYP Book Club at Soldier’s Grove
- Makers Spirit Event in downtown York
- Father’s Day Celebration x 717 Bungalow Cigars at Gruver Farm Winery
- Rolls Royce Car Show & Free Admission for Dads! at Hershey Gardens
- Iron Bridge Music Festival
- Hershey Art Show and Sale
- The Colored Museum at Open Stage

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

June 6, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

“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 32^nd 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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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 5, 2025 | by 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: This caught my eye — Japanese Whisky, Sushi & DJ Night at Freshido Bar & Kitchen; Elementary Coffee reopens at the Broad Street Market;

Worth noting: SoMa PinFest | Pinball, Arcade Games, Food Trucks, Beer! on Saturday; Dig My Earth Festival 2025 Fri-Sat

Things on my agenda this weekend: Last day of school trip to HP, dinner at Tröegs, SoMa PinFest, BAPS (… if it doesn’t … you know ….)

For your weekend planning

Saturday is SoMa PinFest! Rain or Shine! FREE!
Excited to partner with Mason Dixon Distillery to share their Summer Party Contest
Feeling sluggish? Gameday Men’s Health can help – learn all about it here.
Market on Market is now running Tuesdays through fall!
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

June 13: CPFJ Presents Rodney Whitaker at Messiah University
June 14: Proudly PA! in Fort Hunter Park
June 20: Le Ghast headlines the Strawberry Square Music Series for 3rd in the Burg
June 20: Juneteenth SoMa Block Party
June 26: “Budget Bash” SoMa Block Party
Full SoMa Block Party calendar!
Are you on my email list?
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

Tröegs Grow @ Brewhouse Grille
Bird Walk: Nesting Birds – Park Rx at Wildwood Park
Pilates in the Park – Park Rx at Fort Hunter Park
Concert on the Lawn – The Maxwell Project at Fredricksen Library
An Evening with Rick Atkinson: The Fate of the Day at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
THIRSTY THURSDAY | VS READING FIGHTIN PHILS (AA PHILLIES) at Harrisburg Senators
Johnny Folsom 4 Tribute to Johnny Cash at West Shore Theatre
Gamut Theatre Group presents Shakespeare in the Park Love’s Labour’s Lost
The Seeker: A Dolly Parton Tribute Concert at Gretna Theatre

Friday

- NATIONAL DONUT DAY 2025 at Duck Donuts
- Puppies & Pints with HYP at Sawyers
- Cycle Express Theme: TGIF – Rihanna Radio at H2L Studio
- Sunset Series: Roots in Rhythm, Strength in Movement | Dwennimmen African Dance Community at Fort Hunter Park
- Japanese Whisky, Sushi & DJ Night at Freshico Bar & Kitchen
- U-Pick Strawberries! at Dickinson College Farm
- 51st Annual NSRA Street Rod Nationals at York Expo Center
- Jazz at the Barnyard: Little Brother Band
- STAR WARS NIGHT! vs READING FIGHTIN’ PHILS (AA PHILLIES) at Harrisburg Senators
- Summer Kick Off Party at Englewood Hershey
- Jazz in the City – Percussion Blowout! at Appell Center for the Performing Arts
- Eva Bender Unveils New Collection of Signature Watercolors at Lebanon Picture Frame
- Dig My Earth Festival 2025
- Englewood Hershey Presents: Zane Lamprey – Another Round Tour
- Decked Out Live with 3rd Power Family Soul at The Vineyard at Hershey
- Oxymorons Improv Comedy at West Shore Theatre
- Black Joe Lewis & The Honey Bears at XL Live
- The Colored Museum at Open Stage
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Shakespeare in the Park Love’s Labour’s Lost
- The Seeker: A Dolly Parton Tribute Concert at Gretna Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- SoMa PinFest
- Saturday Morning Yoga at Boneshire Brew Works
- Zumba at Burn30
- Pilates Yoga Fusion with Burn30 at Zeroday Brewing
- Yoga in the Park
- FREE- Beginner Cycling Workshop at H2L Studio
- Broad Street Market Free Yoga Class with Studio B Power Yoga
- Academy Fest: Share The Joy Festival at Harrisburg Academy
- HBG Flea – June 2025 at Midtown Cinema
- First Saturday at The Millworks
- Lancaster VegFest 2025
- Discover Newport Food Truck Festival
- Experience Codorus Outdoors ECO 2025
- Gray Apple Spring Market
- Dig My Earth Festival 2025
- U-Pick Strawberries! at Dickinson College Farm
- 51st Annual NSRA Street Rod Nationals at York Expo Center
- Philadelphia Freedom – A Tribute to Elton John at Ned Smith Center
- Martini Bros with Special Guest Colin Alvarez and Taqueria La Guera at Big Hill Ciderworks
- LUAU NIGHT! VS READING FIGHTIN’ PHILS (AA PHILLIES) at Harrisburg Senators
- 9th Anniversary Party at Lydian Stone Brewing!
- 10th Anniversary Celebration at CrossWinds Winery of Hershey
- Avril Lavigne at Hersheypark Stadium
- Daniel O’Donnell at American Music Theatre
- Hyena Skits LIVE Sketch Show!! at Gamut Theatre
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Shakespeare in the Park Love’s Labour’s Lost
- The Colored Museum at Open Stage
- The Seeker: A Dolly Parton Tribute Concert at Gretna Theatre
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walk-a-Bout!
- Brewery Tours: York City Walking Tour
- Brewery Tours: Cruise York County
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walking Tour

Sunday

- Yoga in the Orchard at Big Hill Ciderworks
- HYP Italian Lake Concert Series: Bitsy McCann
- Gray Apple Spring Market
- Experience Codorus Outdoors ECO 2025
- Sunday Markets at Allenberry Resort
- Nick Andrew Staver Live Music with Ginapolitan Pizza at Big Hill Ciderworks
- Lancaster VegFest 2025
- Art of the State opening (Free Admission!) at The State Museum of Pennsylvania
- HEALTH & WELLNESS DAY | VS READING FIGHTIN PHILS (AA PHILLIES) at Harrisburg Senators
- U-Pick Strawberries! at Dickinson College Farm
- Susquehanna Folk Music Spring Open Mic at West Shore Theatre
- 410 Sprints & Super Sportsman at BAPS Motor Speedway!
- 176ers Dueling Pianos returns to Sierra Madre!
- WXPN welcomes Mannequin Pussy at XL Live
- The Colored Museum at Open Stage
- The Seeker: A Dolly Parton Tribute Concert at Gretna Theatre

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

May 30, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Juelz Davenport

The June issue of our magazine just came out this week, which means it’s time for summer fun! Check out all the area has to offer by reading our many feature stories. Before you grab a copy, catch up on our news reporting from the week, below.

Asoul Ramen offers diners a unique and wide array of menu options, as well as an aesthetic experience. Read more about what the Camp Hill restaurant has to offer, in our story.

Camp Hill received “Bee City USA” status, our magazine story reported. The city, as well as nearby Dickinson College, have continued to increase efforts to preserve pollinators.

City Council approved a zoning change for a Midtown apartment project, marking a potential step forward for developer GreenWorks Development, our online story reported.

Dan Miller, a Democratic candidate, lost to incumbent Wanda Williams in the Harrisburg primary election for mayor, but won enough Republican write-in votes to stay on the ballot. Miller said that he would consider whether or not he will run on the Republican ticket, our online story reported.

Harrisburg-native Julian “Juelz” Davenport, a local poet, will host free writing workshops for teens, our online story reported. The classes, held in partnership with the Dauphin County Library System, will help students brainstorm, write and record spoken-word poetry.

Passerine in Lancaster offers creative, fresh dishes and was included in the 2024 Restaurant List, the New York Times food writers’ top 50 favorite U.S. restaurants. Find out more, here.

Sara Bozich has rounded up all of the best events happening this weekend in Harrisburg, here.

Small businesses need your support, especially in this economic climate says our publisher.

Sonya McKnight, a former Harrisburg judge, was sentenced to over a decade in prison, our online story reported. McKnight was found guilty by a jury last month of shooting her ex-boyfriend in the head while he slept.

Thrive Housing Services plans to open a pay-what-you-can restaurant in Midtown, our reporting found. The proposed site is the former site of Heartshine, which had also proposed a similar restaurant concept for the space, but never completed it.

Zeroday Brewing Co.’s Broad Street Market Outpost is the perfect place to find a cross section of the Harrisburg community. In his column, our editor share his experience at the popular gathering place.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

May 29, 2025 | by 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 SoMa Block Party series is BACK starting TONIGHT! A new exhibit opens at Susquehanna Art Museum: Future Fossils (member opening Friday; public opening Saturday)

Worth noting: It’s definitely strawberry season …

Things on my agenda this weekend: SoMa Block Party, dinner with a girlfriend, Pinewood Derby, maybe a new local winery visit

For your weekend planning

WIN tickets to the Dig My Earth Fest on June 6-7 in Adams County
WIN tickets to Proudly PA! Fest on June 14 at Fort Hunter Park
Feeling sluggish? Gameday Men’s Health can help – learn all about it here.
Market on Market is now running Tuesdays through fall!
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

TONIGHT: SoMa Block Party | May 2025 – season kick-off!
June 7: SoMa PinFest!! Block Party + Arcade in SoMa – FREE!
June 14: Proudly PA! in Fort Hunter Park
June 20: Le Ghast headlines the Strawberry Square Music Series for 3rd in the Burg
June 20: Juneteenth SoMa Block Party
Full SoMa Block Party calendar!
Are you on my email list?
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

SoMa Block Party – first of the season!
Harrisburg Beer Runners SoMa Block Party Run
Open Mic and Jam at The Abbey Bar!
General Trivia at Gruver Farms
Dinner in the Vineyard at The Winery at Grandview
Harrisburg Jewish Film Festival: SHARI & LAMBCHOP at Beth El Temple
Ashley McBryde with special guest Payton Howie at American Music Theatre

Friday

- H2L Studio Girl’s Night Series Painting & Pilates
- Decked Out Live with Collinsville Discount Band at The Vineyard at Hershey
- Live Music from Rivers & Wood-Fired Farm Pizza! BYOB at Dickinson College Farm
- U-Pick Strawberries! at Dickinson College Farm
- POLLINATOR PALOOZA at Second Chance Plants YORK
- Oaxaca-Inspired Beer Dinner at Wolf Brewing Company
- LGBT Center Birthday Bash! FREE!
- A Night of R&B – RiRi VS BeBe at Karma
- Meow: HBG’s Biggest Lesbian Party at Brownstone Lounge
- Rock the Country at the York Expo Center
- Back In Black with Special Guest – WildSide at XL Live
- Days Wasted + more! at The Champ
- The Plate Scrapers at Mickey’s Black Box
- Start Making Sense – Talking Heads Tribute at Carlisle Theatre
- Funktion Band at Hollywood Casino Grantville
- The Modern Gentlemen at American Music Theatre
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Shakespeare in the Park Love’s Labour’s Lost
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Saturday Morning Yoga at Boneshire Brew Works
- Zumba at Burn30
- Walk for Paws
- Strawberry Festival & Craft Show at Mt. Airy Orchards
- 10th Annual Strawberry Festival at Hollabaugh Bros.
- Strawberry Festival at Gruver Farms
- U-Pick Strawberries! at Dickinson College Farm
- The Red Land Senior Center Drive-thru Chicken BBQ Fundraiser
- Ready, Set, Explore Slide into Summer: Harrisburg at WITF
- New exhibit opens at Susquehanna Art Museum: Future Fossils
- santāl sweats x H2L Studio
- 2025 ANNUAL BIKE SWAP AND SALE at Mountainside Ski & Sports
- POLLINATOR PALOOZA at Second Chance Plants YORK
- ALVAROS BYOB DINNER
- Singles Mixer at Wolf Brewing Company
- SUMMER KICKOFF PARTY W/ NITELOOK @ BOOMERANG BAR & GRILL
- Harrisburg Jewish Film Festival at Midtown Cinema
- Keep Our Paddles Turning Benefit Concert
- 80’s Night with The Bad Toupees at The Vineyard at Hershey
- Rock the Country at the York Expo Center
- Steve Earle: 50 – Fifty Years of Songs and Stories at Appell Center
- Zach King & The Jacks Live at The Abbey Bar
- KARMA Official Pride Kickoff
- Seraphina Soul at Mickey’s Black Box
- The Beach Boys: The Sounds of Summer at American Music Theatre
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Shakespeare in the Park Love’s Labour’s Lost
- The Colored Museum at Open Stage
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walk-a-Bout!
- Brewery Tours: York City Walking Tour
- Brewery Tours: Cruise York County
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walking Tour

Sunday

- 10th Annual Strawberry Festival at Hollabaugh Bros.
- Strawberry Festival at Gruver Farms
- Yoga in the Vineyard at Gruver Farms
- U-Pick Strawberries! at Dickinson College Farm
- Summer Shine and Soothe at Bella Elegante Permanent Jewelry
- 25th Annual Tour De Belt & Finish Line Fest
- 2025 Annual Church Picnic at Serb Park
- Sunday Markets at Allenberry Resort
- Sunday Tea at the Willows
- Pride Icons Drag Show at Passerine
- FREE Camp Hill Bee City Garden Tour
- Cars and Coffee in the Park
- The Find Events: Summer Makers Market at Hidden Springs Farm
- York County SPCA Dogs’ Day Out Presented by Explore York
- POLLINATOR PALOOZA at Second Chance Plants YORK
- Harrisburg Jewish Film Festival at Midtown Cinema
- The Colored Museum at Open Stage
- Twitty & Lynn at American Music Theatre

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

May 23, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Mayor Wanda Williams celebrated her primary election win for the Democratic nomination for mayor.

It was election week here in Harrisburg, so if you fell behind on the news with all the political hubbub, don’t worry. We have all of our stories from the week, including Election Day coverage, below.

The Cheesesteak Guy, a former Broad Street Market vendor, relocated to a new Lemoyne location, our magazine story reported. At the shop, the owners serve Philly-style cheesesteak sandwiches, burgers and breakfast sandwiches.

Faye’s Ice Cream Parlor opened at the end of March inside the former Hanna’s Ice Cream Shoppe on Bridge Street in New Cumberland, our magazine story reported. The shop promises “vintage vibes and fresh flavors.”

The Harrisburg Jewish Film Festival returns this month for its 30^th year, our magazine story reported. The festival will include a showing of the documentary “Shari & Lamb Chop,” along with other movies.

Incumbent Wanda Williams won the Democratic nomination for mayor of Harrisburg on Tuesday, our online story reported. Williams narrowly defeated four challengers, saying that she was “elated.”

“Jane Austen Wrecked My Life” will play at Midtown Cinema this month, our magazine story reported. The movie follows a clumsy Parisian bookseller named Agathe who dreams of being a successful writer.

Sankofa African American Theatre Company and Open Stage will present “The Colored Museum” May 31 through June 19. In our magazine story, find out more about the show, which highlights the complexities of Black American identity.

Sara Bozich has plenty of ideas for how to spend the long weekend in Harrisburg. Find her list of events, here.

State and local officials announced that they will work together to create a comprehensive revitalization plan for downtown Harrisburg, our online story reported.

Voters headed to the polls on Tuesday for the municipal primary election, our online story reported. Harrisburg residents shared what issues informed their vote this year, as well as which candidates they preferred.

Voter turnout dropped this year compared to the 2021 municipal primary election. In his blog, our publisher discusses how better campaigning by candidates could’ve changed that.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

May 22, 2025 | by 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 new ride opens this weekend at Hersheypark — Twisted Twizzler Gravity. Worth noting: ArtsFest is this weekend in downtown Harrisburg! 68th Big 33 Football Classic is Sunday. Going to a Senators game this weekend? Bob Means Plumbing is sponsoring Military Appreciation Night on Friday, and tickets purchased through this link will help benefit Veterans Outreach of PA! Things on my agenda this weekend: ✌🏼 out – we’re heading to Deep Creek for an extremely low-key weekend

For your weekend planning

Win a pair of VIP tickets to PA Cider Fest, which is June 14 in the heart of Apple Country
Plus, enter to win a pair of tickets to see “living legend” jazz bassist Rodney Whitaker at Messiah on June 13
Feeling sluggish? Gameday Men’s Health can help – learn all about it here.
Market on Market is now running Tuesdays through fall!
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

May 26: SoMa Block Party | May 2025 – season kick-off!
June 7: SoMa PinFest!! Block Party + Arcade in SoMa – FREE!
June 14: Proudly PA! in Fort Hunter Park
June 20: Le Ghast headlines the Strawberry Square Music Series for 3rd in the Burg
Full SoMa Block Party calendar!
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Thursday

Central PA SuperChef at the Hilton Harrisburg
An Evening with David Baldacci at The Appell Center
90s/2000s Nostalgia Trivia Night at Gruver Farms
Junior Board Spring Happy Hour at The Country Club of Harrisburg
Ladies Night Out at Creative Grounds
FREE- Beginner Cycling Workshop at H2L Studios
Let Everything Go! Gentle Yoga – Park Rx at Fort Hunter Park
Brothers Of The Heart at American Music Theatre

Friday

- Hersheypark Season Pass Holder Boardwalk Preview
- Penn State Extension Master Gardener Walk & Talk – Park Rx at Wildwood Park
- Decked Out Live with The Jellybricks at The Vineyard at Hershey
- Derek Henry Live at The Beerded Goat
- Music in the Vines: The Neighborly Duo | Meat the Brown’s at Cassel Vineyards of Hershey
- Cycle Express Theme: TGIF – Bruce Springsteen at H2L Studios
- HYP Game Night at Pursuit Coworking
- HARRISBURG SENATORS VS CHESAPEAKE BAYSOX (AA ORIOLES) – Bob Means Plumbing Military Appreciation Night
- Friday Night Jazz: Connor Stoehr Trio at Victor’s Italian Restaurant
- Jane Austen’s Lady Susan at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- ArtsFest
- HBGfest, Powered by HBG Flea
- Zumba at Burn30
- Saturday Morning YOGA at Boneshire Brew Works
- Run to Remember – 3 Mile Run/Walk at Hampden Township Veterans Park
- Hampden Township Memorial Day Service
- Twisted Twizzler Gravity opens at Hersheypark
- FREE- Beginner Cycling Workshop at H2L Studios
- ReikiSpace & enLIGHT10 SAMPLER DAY!
- Wyndridge Farm Spring Fest 2025
- Flavorfest at Mount Hope
- PA Regional Ballet – Encore Spring Gala Performance at the Ned Smith Center
- The Exactlys 10th Anniversary Party @ Dukes Riverside
- Music in the Vines: Ragged Grace Duo | Meat the Brown’s at Cassel Vineyards of Hershey
- HARRISBURG SENATORS VS CHESAPEAKE BAYSOX (AA ORIOLES)
- Kid Capri Live @XL LIVE
- Popcorn Hat Players present Wonder Tales from Around the World at Gamut Theatre
- Jane Austen’s Lady Susan at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walk-a-Bout!
- Brewery Tours: York City Walking Tour
- Brewery Tours: Cruise York County
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walking Tour

Sunday

- ArtsFest
- HBGfest, Powered by HBG Flea
- Sunday Market at Allenberry Resort
- Sunday Tea at the Willows
- HARRISBURG SENATORS VS CHESAPEAKE BAYSOX
- The Blues Society of Central PA MOM I Picnic
- Flavorfest at Mount Hope
- Yoga in the Vineyard at Gruver Farms
- 68th Big 33 Football Classic presented by Renewal by Andersen of Central PA
- Future Islands @ XL Live
- Jane Austen’s Lady Susan at Oyster Mill Playhouse

Monday (Memorial Day)

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

What you’ll find ⤵️

For your weekend planning

A Look Ahead

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

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

What you’ll find ⤵️

For your weekend planning

A Look Ahead

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

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

What you’ll find ⤵️

For your weekend planning

A Look Ahead

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

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

What you’ll find ⤵️

For your weekend planning

A Look Ahead

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday (Memorial Day)

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