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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

January 30, 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: Mount Everest Nepali & Indian Cuisine is now open at Strawberry Square! Getting lunch there ASAP. Worth noting: David Ramirez kicks off his new tour at West Art in Lancaster on Sunday, which, also notably, is Groundhog Day. Things on my agenda this weekend: The kiddo’s first sleepover! Hershey Bears game with the OG BFF Saturday.

For your weekend planning

Grab your Early Bird tickets to Plants + Pints (only $15!!) while you can (discount ends Jan. 31)
Burn30 featured my good friend Glenn Hamilton and me on the first episode of their new podcast!
Try these cozy winter cocktails to keep you warm.
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

Grab your (exclusive discounted) tickets to Harrisburg Regional Chamber’s VIBE featuring Jon Taffer on April 29
Save the date: Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen are set to fire up Strawberry Square on Feb. 21
NYT Bestseller coming to Midtown Scholar Bookstore Feb. 25
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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

January 23, 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: Sunday Tea at The Willows (kicked off last weekend but still new) Worth noting: The Pennsylvania Auto Show is going on all weekend Things on my agenda this weekend: I’m heading to Atlanta for the Alzheimer’s Association Community Leaders Summit! I’m this year’s Executive Leadership Chair for the Harrisburg Walk to End Alzheimer’s. I’m excited to learn, be inspired — and to do some exploring in Atlanta. Consider joining my Walk Team, Purple People, or donating! The Harrisburg Walk to End ALZ is on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025.

For your weekend planning

WIN a 4-pack of tickets to Let’s Sing Taylor at Whitaker Center on Feb. 15
Grab your Early Bird tickets to Plants + Pints (only $15!!) while you can (discount ends Jan. 31)
Try these cozy winter cocktails to keep you warm.
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

Grab your (exclusive discounted) tickets to Harrisburg Regional Chamber’s VIBE featuring Jon Taffer on April 29
Save the date: Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen are set to fire up Strawberry Square on Feb. 21
NYT Bestseller coming to Midtown Scholar Bookstore Feb. 25
Are you on my email list?
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Free Coworking Day at Pursuit Coworking
- Live Music at the Cinema with Jessie Lynn at Midtown Cinema
- CapLive: WXPN Welcomes Langhorne Slim & Oliver Wood
- Lotus – How To Dream In Color Tour at XL Live
- Pennsylvania Auto Show
- Eastern Synchronized Skating Championship at GIANT Center

Friday

- HYP Community Blood Drive
- Learn at Lunchtime: Building Earth’s Climate with The State Museum of Pennsylvania
- 2025 Hummelstown Winter Fling!
- Nugget Nectar’s 21 Year Celebration at McGrath’s
- The Four Horsemen- The Only Album-Quality Metallica Tribute wsg Vulgar Display Of Pantera at XL Live
- Lez Zeppelin performs PHYSICAL GRAFITTI & More at Mickey’s Black Box
- The Hair Band Experience – York, PA at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts
- Hip Hop Showcase at The Champ
- Eastern Synchronized Skating Championship at GIANT Center
- Pennsylvania Auto Show
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Stage Door Series Presents “The Picture of Dorian Gray”
- Agatha Christie’s Love From a Stranger at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Murder for Two: A Musical Comedy at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Saturday Morning YOGA at Boneshire Brew Works
- VIS25N: Walking In Your Purpose
- Women Who Explore: PA/MD/DC – Books & Brews
- Susquehanna Folk Winter Coffee House at Fort Hunter
- Burns Night Supper at Penn Harris
- Southern Accents – The Ultimate Tom Petty Experience at XL Live
- Eastern Synchronized Skating Championship at GIANT Center
- Pennsylvania Auto Show
- Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra Masterworks Shostakovich Celebration
- The CALL of the CRUSADES – A Theatrical Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at Kulkarni Theatre, Penn State Harrisburg
- TMI Improv at Ned Smith Center
- Shree Academy Presents: AdiKavi Narsinh Mehta at Whitaker Center
- Elvis Birthday Bash with Mike Albert & Scot Bruce at American Music Theatre
- Agatha Christie’s Love From a Stranger at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Rumpelstiltskin
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Stage Door Series Presents “The Picture of Dorian Gray”
- Murder for Two: A Musical Comedy at Dutch Apple Dinner 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
- Hershey Gem, Jewelry, and Rock Show at Historic Acres of Hershey
- “IT’S EDUCATIONAL!” You Choose the 16mm Educational Films for the evening! at Midtown Cinema
- Winter Open Mic at West Shore Theatre
- Pennsylvania Auto Show
- Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra Masterworks Shostakovich Celebration
- Symons Family Fitness Center Open House at Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life
- Mike Albert’s Elvis Gospel Show featuring The Stamps Quartet at American Music Theatre
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Stage Door Series Presents “The Picture of Dorian Gray”
- Agatha Christie’s Love From a Stranger at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Murder for Two: A Musical Comedy at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

January 16, 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: ALL-NEW Strawberry Square Music Series launches Friday with Aortic Valve – it’s a must-visit (and it’s free!) Worth noting: 3rd in the Burg Friday doesn’t stop for winter Things on my agenda this weekend: Youth wrestling, SSMS, Pinewood Derby, Threads of Hershey book launch

For your weekend planning

ALL NEW Strawberry Square Music Series with Aortic Valve – FREE!
Dog at home? Win $50 off Greenlin’s 5-Day Daycare Induction Program!
Staying in? How ’bout some cozy winter cocktails to keep you warm.
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

Check the events page and mark down those SoMa Block Parties now
NYT Bestseller coming to Midtown Scholar Bookstore
Are you on my email list?
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- 21 Years of Nugget Nectar Weekend @ Tröegs Brewery
- Open Mic and Jam at The Abbey Bar!
- Thursday Night Trivia at Wolf Brewing Co.
- Natalie Ness LIVE at Sturges Speakeasy
- WICKED Watch and Sing-Along Karaoke at Karma
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Rumpelstiltskin
- Pretty Woman at Hershey Theatre

Friday

- 3rd in the Burg
- Aortic Valve kicks off ALL-NEW Strawberry Square Music Series | 3rd in the Burg
- 3rd in the Burg: Music at the Market ft. Matthias Cabbell at Broad Street Market
- 3rd in the Burg at Susquehanna Art Museum
- Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts TRIO @ Zeroday Brewing
- 3rd in the Burg: Name That Tune Music Trivia at The Brownstone Lounge
- Arts & Drafts Happy Hour: Pipe Cleaner Snowflakes at JB Lovedraft’s
- Harrisburg Library Friends Sip ‘n Swap at HMAC
- 21 Years of Nugget Nectar Weekend @ Tröegs Brewery
- Escaper and Mono Means One Live at The Abbey Bar!
- Friday Night Live: Hank the Buffalo at Wolf Brewing Co.
- Dinosaurs in Paris, Stealing Society, and Almost Honest at JB Lovedraft’s MicroPub
- The Dirty Nil at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- Old and In The Way at Mickey’s Black Box
- Hershey Bears vs. Belleville Senators
- Much Ado About Nothing at Gamut Theatre Group
- Agatha Christie’s Love From a Stranger at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Pretty Woman at Hershey Theatre
- Murder for Two: A Musical Comedy at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- R&B Brunch at Men In The Kitchen Lounge
- Cocktail Class at Midstate Distillery
- Winter Bird Watch – Habitat & Feeding at Hershey Gardens
- 21 Years of Nugget Nectar Weekend @ Tröegs Brewery
- The Official Onesie Bar Crawl – Harrisburg
- Hank The Buffalo at The Doyle Hotel
- Defiant @ XL Live
- Set for Tomorrow at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- G.T. Arpe//The Scratched 45s//Spirit of Division at JB Lovedraft’s
- Slumber and Fabulous Pajama & Onesie Party Fundraiser at Karma
- Rivers with special guest Big Sky Quartet at Carlisle Theatre
- Agatha Christie’s Love From a Stranger at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Rumpelstiltskin
- Much Ado About Nothing at Gamut Theatre Group
- Pretty Woman at Hershey Theatre
- Murder for Two: A Musical Comedy at Dutch Apple Dinner 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
- Beginner Native American-style Flute Class at Seraph Sound Sanctuary
- Women’s Wellness Series! at Little Buffalo State Park
- 21 Years of Nugget Nectar Weekend @ Tröegs Brewery
- Live Music with Brunch: Wally DeWall at Wolf Brewing Co.
- Vinyl Sunday at Moo-Duck Brewery
- “Go Tellus On The Mountain” Country Session w/ Danny Mulligan at Tellus360
- Dear England | National Theatre Live at Midtown Cinema
- The Goonies 40th Anniversary at the West Shore Theatre
- “Ain’t No Holla Back: Throwback” Queens Of Karma Brunch
- Lititz Martial Arts Showcase at Mickey’s Black Box
- Hershey Bears vs. Rochester Americans
- Dancing with the Stars with Co-Host Stephen Nedoroscik at American Music Theatre
- Much Ado About Nothing at Gamut Theatre Group
- Agatha Christie’s Love From a Stranger at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Pretty Woman at Hershey Theatre
- Murder for Two: A Musical Comedy at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

Monday | MLK Day

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

January 10, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Elementary Coffee Co. announced that it will reopen at the Broad Street Market.

This week’s news roundup includes lots of great community features on nonprofits, businesses and culture. So, if you’re looking to get to know your community better, look no further.

Bridge of Hope Harrisburg Area helps single mothers facing homelessness, our magazine story reported. The program helps participants secure housing and matches them with neighborhood volunteers for support.

Elementary Coffee Co. announced that it will reopen in the Broad Street Market, after being displaced by the brick building fire in 2023, our online story reported. The Harrisburg-based business will open a stand in the stone building in the spring.

Families can take a day trip to Lancaster County to visit a wolf sanctuary, hunt for treasures at a farmers market and admire nature at a wildlife center. Check out our Adventure Together column for our family fun recommendations.

Harrisburg offered free parking for city residents in the Locust Street Garage due to the snowstorm this week, our online story reported.

Marquis de Lafayette made a visit to Harrisburg in 1825, and to commemorate that trip his spirit returns with special programming from Jan. 30 to Feb. 3. The Lafayette 200 tour will include re-enactments, presentations and exhibits, our magazine story reported.

Midtown Cinema will show “All We Imagine as Light” this month, which tells the story of two women in Mumbai. To read our columnist’s review of the movie, click here.

Migrants to the United States often face many challenges during their journey and once they arrive as they seek asylum status. In our magazine article, we share the story of one family that settled in Harrisburg after a harrowing trip from Ecuador.

Oola Bowls recently opened a new location in Camp Hill, offering acai bowls, smoothies and salads. In our magazine story, find out more about the local business’ origin.

Sara Bozich has a list of musical, entertainment and culinary happenings coming to Harrisburg this weekend, here.

Winter can still be the perfect time for hiking despite the cold temperatures. In our magazine story, find out why some local hikers especially enjoy winter walks and read their tips for locations and attire.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

January 9, 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: MUNCH Film Screening at Susquehanna Art Museum Worth noting: Final days of the 109th Pennsylvania Farm Show. I highly recommend everything, especially the potato donuts. Things on my agenda this weekend: DND I’m still trying to catch-up/refresh/relax/reboot my life

For your weekend planning

Staying in? How ’bout some cozy winter cocktails to keep you warm.
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

ALL NEW Strawberry Square Music Series launch next week with Aortic Valve – FREE!
Check the events page and mark down those SoMa Block Parties now
Are you on my email list?
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show
- MUNCH Film Screening at Susquehanna Art Museum
- Ellie Goldenberg Theater Program’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. at The State Museum of Pennsylvnania

Friday

- 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show
- Trivia of the Aughts: Y2K to 2009 @ Tröegs Independent Brewing
- Friday Night Live: Colette Eckert & Jeanine Scarpato at Wolf Brewing Co.
- Beans & Brews at The Vineyard at Grandview
- Agatha Christie’s Love From a Stranger at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Ellie Goldenberg Theater Program’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. at The State Museum of Pennsylvnania
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show
- Saturday Morning YOGA at Boneshire Brew Works
- Birds and Coffee with Appalachian Audubon Society at Wildwood Park
- Second Saturdays at the Fresh Market
- Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra Masterworks 3: Bruch Coleman, Sibelius
- Second Saturdays 1920s Night at Mercato Mio
- Hank the Buffalo on the Train Wreck Deck
- Lovedraft’s Second Annual Battle Of The Bands
- Beyond the Footlights – A Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards Celebration Cabaret
- Hexbelt at HMAC- Stage on Herr
- Agatha Christie’s Love From a Stranger at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Paw Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure” at GIANT Center
- Ellie Goldenberg Theater Program’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. at The State Museum of Pennsylvnania
- 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

- Live Music with Brunch: Shine Delphi at Wolf Brewing Co.
- Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra Masterworks 3: Bruch Coleman, Sibelius
- Paw Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure” at GIANT Center
- Joe Gatto at Hershey Theatre
- Ellie Goldenberg Theater Program’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. at The State Museum of Pennsylvnania

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

December 27, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Jason Rounds of Consciousness Coffee

As 2024 winds down we want to thank our readers for your support this year. Before we head into the new year, make sure to catch up on all of this week’s news coverage, below.

Consciousness Coffee in Lemoyne serves up locally sourced coffee, while promoting local businesses and artists, our magazine story reported. Owner Jason Rounds already has plans to grow the new business.

Dauphin County approved a significant tax hike for 2025 and our publisher has some thoughts on it, here.

A little tree along Route 322 East between Millerstown and Newport has become known by travelers as a shining light in the darkness. In our magazine article, we tell the story behind the mysterious tree and the couple who is responsible for lighting it.

MLK Day of Service will return to central Pa. in January, our online story reported. The organizer, MLK365, has dozens of projects for volunteers to participate in.

Our 2024 web stories covered everything from local government to local business to community features. Find our most read stories of the year, here.

Rex and Deanna Rothrock founded the Rothrock Foundation in 2020 with a passion for providing disaster response assistance. In our magazine story, find out more about the local couple and the work they have done.

Sara Bozich has compiled all of this weekend’s fun events happening in the Harrisburg area, here.

Tri-County Regional Planning Commission officially launched its “Sober Ride Home” program, which gives Uber vouchers to people who have consumed alcohol at bars and restaurants, our online story reported. The initiative aims to deter drunken driving.

Underdog Sports Bar and Grill on Paxton Street in Harrisburg is known locally as a “hometown bar,” according to bar manager Jill Yurcic. In our Bartender’s Choice column, Yurcic recommends a festive holiday cocktail.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

December 26, 2024 | 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: My challenge to you — use your downtime to check out any new-to-you local spot. Visit my Instagram for some ideas! Worth noting: Next-to-last weekend on much of the holiday programming (some do run through Jan. 5, but that’ll cut into your Farm Show time!) Things on my agenda this weekend: Heading to Elk County for Christmas #4

For your weekend planning

5 Festive cocktails for your holiday celebrations (stay tuned, I’ll have some for New Year’s this weekend, too)
Stay safe this holiday season (and every weekend!) with free Uber rides
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

I just ordered more Maker canned wine (Brut Bubbly!) – you save 15% when you buy through my link
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Thursday

- Savor the Season Food Tours with Yokl
- Decorating for Winter at The State Museum of Pennsylvania
- New Years Traditions at The State Museum of Pennsylvania
- Christmas in Hershey
- Bright Nights York
- Village of Lights at Historic Acres of Hershey
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- The 2024 Christmas Show: Joy To The World at American Music Theatre

Friday

- Savor the Season Food Tours with Yokl
- The Science and Art of the Bubble at The State Museum of Pennsylvania
- Explore PA with the Giant Map at The State Museum of Pennsylvania
- Shine Through the Shade returns to the Beerded Goat!
- Holiday Hangover Party at George Street Brewing Company
- Christmas in Hershey
- Bright Nights York
- Village of Lights at Historic Acres of Hershey
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
- Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Frozen at Fulton Theatre
- The 2024 Christmas Show: Joy To The World at American Music Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Meet the Artist – R76 | Coffee x Art at Elementary Coffee
- Saturday Morning YOGA at Boneshire Brew Works
- Savor the Season Food Tours with Yokl
- Natalie Ness LIVE at Blue Sky Tavern
- Eggy- Reflections: An Eggy New Year’s Run at XL Live
- A Symphony of Music and Motion: A December Celebration of Song & Dance at Mickey’s Black Box
- The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- Christmas in Hershey
- Bright Nights York
- Village of Lights at Historic Acres of Hershey
- Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Frozen at Fulton Theatre
- The 2024 Christmas Show: Joy To The World 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

- Football Sundays at George Street Brewing Company
- Christmas in Hershey
- Bright Nights York
- Village of Lights at Historic Acres of Hershey
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
- Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- The 2024 Christmas Show: Joy To The World at American Music Theatre

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

December 20, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg City Council meeting on Tuesday.

Happy Holidays to all of our Burg readers! In the midst of the festivities and busy-ness, take some time to check in on all of our community coverage from this week that you may have missed, our gift to you.

Bob’s Art Blog wraps up the year with some final artsy thoughts, featuring artists from Carlisle and Harrisburg.

The Broad Street Market announced that it is seeking a new market manager, our online story reported. The manager will oversee day-to-day operations of the market.

The Broad Street Market’s turnaround from last year’s fire and financial turmoil is commendable, says our publisher. He gives credit to the community for supporting the market through its challenges.

Dauphin County passed its 2025 budget, which included a property tax raise for the first time in 20 years, our online story reported. The increase will help fill a budget deficit.

Gifting local items is the perfect way to find one-of-a-kind treasures, while supporting your community. Our writer rounds up all of the best Harrisburg-area giftables, here.

Harrisburg has extended its Local Economic Revitalization Tax Abatement program, which aims to incentivize development. In his editorial, our publisher encourages the city to improve the much-needed initiative.

Harrisburg passed its 2025 budget, which includes no tax increase, our online story reported. The $142 million general fund budget includes infrastructure investments and personnel costs.

Heinz-Menaker Senior Center petitioned Harrisburg to give it some of its federal COVID relief money, our online story reported. The center’s director said that without financial support, the center may need to close.

Honey Bear Ice Cream opened in the Broad Street Market, our online story reported. The vendor offers dairy-free, gluten-free scoops and treats.

Lamont Jones, a Harrisburg City Council member, has announced his bid for mayor, our online story reported. Jones said he is running on the ideas of “change” and “progressive leadership.”

New Year’s Eve celebrations will return to downtown Harrisburg on Dec. 31, our online story reported. The festivities will include the traditional strawberry drop and fireworks.

Open Stage and Dr. David Bronstein, an arts advocate, have received Theatre Harrisburg’s Arts Awards, our online story reported.

Sara Bozich has her list of weekend events ready for you, here.

The Susquehanna Chorale announced its new director as Michael McCarthy, our online story reported. He was the former director of music at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., where he led their choirs for 21 years.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

December 19, 2024 | 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: Honey Bear Ice Cream opens at the Broad Street Market! Savor the Season Food Tours start in Hershey Worth noting: 3rd in the Burg (and last SoMa Pop-Up ever); loads of holiday activities Things on my agenda this weekend: A day in Lititz (stay tuned to IG), and then it’s Christmas, baby!

For your weekend planning

Our final 3rd in the Burg in SoMa is Friday
5 Festive cocktails for your holiday celebrations
Your Guide to local Holiday Markets – just a few left!
My#ShopLocal Gift Guide!
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

I just ordered more Maker canned wine (Brut Bubbly!) – you save 15% when you buy through my link
Are you on my email list?
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Savor the Season Food Tours with Yokl
- Live Music at the Cinema with Trace Morgan at Midtown Cinema
- Live @ the ‘Shire w/ Holly Serio at Boneshire Brew Works
- Evergrain Tap Takeover at The Sturges Speakeasy
- A Very Merry Crispmas Party at Mad Moose Tavern
- Nutcracker Stroll & Silent Auction in Downtown Carlisle
- Christmas in Hershey
- Bright Nights York
- Village of Lights at Historic Acres of Hershey
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- Christmas Pop-up at Alleys
- Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- The 2024 Christmas Show: Joy To The World at American Music Theatre

Friday

- Savor the Season Food Tours with Yokl
- 3rd in the Burg
- Holiday Wine Experience SoMa Pop-Up | 3rd in the Burg with Home 231 and Holly Serio Holiday Set!
- Third in the Burg: Holiday Edition at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Holidaze 3rd in the Burg at Broad Street Market
- Secret Santa for 3rd in the Burg at The Meadow
- A Very Rummagers Christmas on 3rd In The Burg!
- December 3rd In The Burg at Anna Rose Bakery
- 3rd in the Burg Christmas Caroling at Messiah Lutheran Church
- Holiday Treats & Artistic Feats 3rd in the Burg at Susquehanna Art Museum
- Nutcracker Stroll & Silent Auction in Downtown Carlisle
- “An Abbey Family Christmas” Hosted by Cumberland Honey Live at The Abbey Bar!
- Hank the Buffalo on the Train Wreck Deck at Flinchy’s
- The Warped Tour Band at XL Live
- The Reagan Years Holiday Bash at Mickey’s Black Box
- Christmas in Hershey
- Bright Nights York
- Village of Lights at Historic Acres of Hershey
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- Christmas Pop-up at Alleys
- Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
- A Very Court Street Cabaret at Open Stage
- Open Stage presents Who’s Holiday
- Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Frozen at Fulton Theatre
- The 2024 Christmas Show: Joy To The World at American Music Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Cocoa with Santa at Harrisburg River Rescue & Emergency Services
- Saturday Morning YOGA at Boneshire Brew Works
- Pizza. Beer. Santa at Pizza Boy Brewing
- Nutcracker Stroll & Silent Auction in Downtown Carlisle
- Savor the Season Food Tours with Yokl
- Candlelight Mansion Tour at Fort Hunter
- Wyndridge Farm’s annual Christmas Ball
- It’s a Wonderful Life | Holiday Favorites at Midtown Cinema
- It’s a Wonderful Life at the West Shore Theatre
- A Christmas Story at the West Shore Theatre
- Elf at the West Shore Theatre
- Back in Black AC/DC Tribute at XL Live
- Local Art Live – The Black Box Bazaar at Mickey’s Black Box
- Englewood Hershey Presents: The Bad Toupees
- Santa Rave at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- Hershey Bears vs. Toronto Marlies
- Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker at Hershey Theatre
- Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
- A Gettysburg Christmas Festival
- The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- Christmas in Hershey
- Bright Nights York
- Village of Lights at Historic Acres of Hershey
- Christmas Pop-up at Alleys
- Hamilton at Hershey Theatre
- Open Stage presents Who’s Holiday
- Open Stage presents A Christmas Carol
- Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Frozen at Fulton Theatre
- The 2024 Christmas Show: Joy To The World 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

- the annual HOLLY JOLLY FILM SHORTS, all projected on 16mm film. At the MIDTOWN CINEMA
- Brunch with Santa at Wolf Brewing
- Brunch in your Jammies at The Sturges Speakeasy
- Breakfast with Santa with Optional Polar Express Overnight at Allenberry Resort
- The Market at Source Creative
- Holiday Pop-Up & Artisan Market at Luca
- Arts on the Square presents Carols by Candlelight
- Pizza. Beer. Santa at Pizza Boy Brewing
- Solar Federation: An Evening of Rush at Sunoco Performance Theatre at Whitaker Center
- Namaste Yoga with Sarah at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- Nutcracker Stroll & Silent Auction in Downtown Carlisle
- WWE: Pennsylvania – Holiday Stroll & Coffee at Frick Park
- Rock & Roll Christmas at Englewood Hershey
- ELF | Holiday Favorites at the Cinema
- Dr. Seuss’s The Grinch (2018) at the West Shore Theatre
- The Holiday at the West Shore Theatre
- Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker at Hershey Theatre
- Hershey Bears vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
- Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
- Festival of Trees at Fort Hunter Park
- Toy Train Exhibit at Fort Hunter Park
- Christmas at Fort Hunter Mansion
- Christmas in Hershey
- Bright Nights York
- Village of Lights at Historic Acres of Hershey
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- Wicked at the West Shore Theatre Sponsored by Cleaning Fairy
- The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
- To Mister Scrooge! Celebrating 25 Years of A Christmas Carol with Open Stage
- Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- The 2024 Christmas Show: Joy To The World at American Music Theatre

The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

December 13, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams at a press conference this week.

This week’s news brought several hyper-local stories, delivering readers information about water bills, budgets, city government, real estate and events. That’s what we love to do here at TheBurg—share with our readers everything they need to know about their community. If you missed any of it, we’ve gathered our stories, below.

Affordable housing is sorely needed in Pennsylvania, said developer George Fernandez in a Community Comment. To bridge the gap between immediate needs and long-term solutions, Fernandez makes the case for more initiatives that are readily available and quick to execute.

Annie Hughes will serve as the newest board member for the Harrisburg School District’s board, our online story reported. Hughes was appointed to the seat left vacant by Jim Thompson, who recently passed away.

The Broad Street Market approved a healthy $513,524 budget for 2025, our online story reported. The spending plan includes money for infrastructure improvements, a new manager position and marketing.

Capital Region Water approved new budgets and rates for 2025 which will increase the average customer bill by about $3.45 per month. Find out more, here.

Christkindlmarkt will return to Linglestown this weekend for the sixth year. In our magazine story, find out more about the outdoor German Christmas market that features vendors selling handmade crafts and German and festival food.

Harrisburg City Council extended its Local Economic Revitalization Tax Abatement (LERTA) program, which gives tax break incentives to developers, our online story reported. Additionally, council weighed a plea for financial support from the Heinz-Menaker Senior Center.

Harrisburg High School student athlete Messiah Mickens was named the 2024-25 Gatorade Football Player of the Year for Pennsylvania, our online story reported. The program annually recognizes one winner in each state across 12 high school sports.

The Harrisburg Police Bureau will continue to increase its patrol around the Harrisburg School District following an assault on a student, our online story reported. The city held a press conference to discuss the matter this week.

Home sales slowed down, but prices rose slightly in November in the Harrisburg area, our online story reported. For the three-county region, 474 homes sold compared to 492 in November 2023, as the median sales price rose to $275,000 from $259,500.

Sara Bozich is feeling festive with a lineup of holiday events for the weekend, here.

Wildheart Ministries in Allison Hill spoke out against the Harrisburg School District’s decision to halt the nonprofit’s operations on a district-owned farm property, our online story reported. Since May 2023, the district leased its property at 213 S. 18^th St. to Wildheart, which called the property The Hill Farm and utilized it for educational programs and farmers markets.

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