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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

February 7, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Michael Halbert as the Marquis de Lafayette.

This week’s featured stories and reporting covered community and arts events and news—which Harrisburg has a lot of. Learn more about the city’s creative culture, in some of the stories, below.

Artists of color in Harrisburg are featured in this month’s Painted Word column. In our story, find out what inspires them and makes them unique.

Concerts have already amped up in the Harrisburg area for February. Find our suggestions, here.

February events are in full swing in the Harrisburg area, with special festivities listed in our Community Corner. Our Happenings section has an even more extensive list, here.

Harrisburg Planning Commission recommended approval of the proposed Eden Village tiny home community in South Harrisburg, our reporting found. The development, which would offer housing for the homeless, will now go to city council for approval.

“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” tells a story of self-discovery with a punk rock edge, our magazine story reported. Open Stage brings the show to its theater this month, telling a 25-year-old story, that’s just as relevant today.

Ice & Fire Festival will return to Harrisburg in March, our online story reported. The event will feature over 60 ice sculptures, fire dancers, live music and food.

A Marquis de Lafayette commemoration took place on Feb. 1 to honor the Revolutionary War hero’s 1825 visit to Harrisburg, our online story reported.

Parks are aplenty in Harrisburg, but could they use some improvements? In his column, our publisher offers suggestions for making city green spaces even better.

PennDOT announced that it would close the pedestrian underpass on Cameron Street near the PA Farm Show complex, due to concrete deterioration, our online story reported. PennDOT plans to repair the underpass as part of a larger project to improve Cameron Street.

Plants + Pints will bring vegan and vegetarian vendors to Strawberry Square this spring, our online story reported. Attendees will have the chance to sample and purchase food and drinks from local businesses.

Sara Bozich has fun Valentine’s and Galentine’s themed events for your weekend, as well as her regular slate of arts, culture and community happenings, here.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

February 6, 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 Eagles are in the Super Bowl, so check out this feature from PA Eats on Eagles’ players’ fave PA foods! Worth noting: Galentine’s Day at Source Creative, and a Valentine’s Bubbles Brunch at Home 231 on Saturday Things on my agenda this weekend: Galentine’s Day fun, Blue & Gold Banquet for the scout, PSU Wrestling … and the Super Bowl!

For your weekend planning

We have a few foodie giveaways for you! This one and this one.
Overnight V-Day plans? Leave the pup in good hands at Greenlin Pet Resort (psst – ask about their Cupid’s Canine Sleepover Package!)
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
Grab tickets for the food event that feeds people — April 6 in Harrisburg!
Are you on my email list?
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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Plants + Pints to bring vegan, vegetarian vendors to Harrisburg this spring

February 3, 2025 | by Maddie Gittens

Plants + Pints 2024. Photo by Michael Yatsko Photography.

Organizers of an upcoming spring event hope that eating green will grow on you.

Plants + Pints will return to Strawberry Square in Harrisburg on April 6, promoting local vegan, vegetarian and eco-conscious vendors and brewers.

Harristown Enterprises and Sara Bozich Events will host the plant-based festivities from 1 to 5 p.m. Attendees will be able to sample and purchase food and drinks from a variety of vendors, and shop handmade goods from local artisans.

“We’re excited to return Plants + Pints to Strawberry Square,” said Brad Jones, president and CEO of Harristown Enterprises. “We’ve seen how interest in a healthy or plant-based lifestyle has grown, and the Harrisburg area has so much to offer. This festival allows vegans, vegetarians, and the veg-curious, to shop, sip, and sample from local vendors in a fun, inviting space – while giving back to the community.”

Tickets are required for entry and proceeds will support Harrisburg-based Downtown Daily Bread, which provides food, shelter and resources to the unhoused. Last year’s event raised $5,000 for the nonprofit.

Tickets for the event are $20 and kids under 12 years old can attend for free.

For more information on Plants + Pints, visit their website. Click here to purchase tickets.

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

January 31, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Dan Miller announced his run for mayor of Harrisburg at a press conference at the Atlas Street Community Garden.

We finally made it through January, and our February issue of the magazine just dropped. Make sure you grab a copy, but first, catch up on our news reporting from the week, below.

“All We Imagine as Light” depicts the everyday lives of two women in Mumbai, according to our reviewer. Midtown Cinema is showing the film this month in Harrisburg.

City Council approved the land development plan for an affordable housing development for seniors, our online story reported. The project, planned for 1001 N. 18^th St., is expected to break ground in the fall.

City Treasurer Dan Miller announced that he will run for mayor of Harrisburg, our online story reported. He said that he will bring government experience and city knowledge to the field of candidates.

A day trip to Lancaster County may be the perfect way to have fun as a family. In our column, find suggestions for family adventures to explore wildlife.

Eric Hagarty was hired as the new chief clerk for Dauphin County, our online story reported. Hagarty, who served as the acting secretary of education from 2022 to 2023, will begin in the role on Feb. 3.

Historic Harrisburg Association announced its annual “preservation priorities” list, our reporting found. The organization named the fire-damaged Broad Street Market its top priority for the year.

Kazoku Isan Dojo, which recently opened in New Cumberland, serves as a tribute to owner Michael Sheffield’s former karate instructor. In our magazine story, find out how the sport has changed his life and what he hopes to share with students.

Meeka Fine Jewelry in Camp Hill recently celebrated its 10^th anniversary, our magazine story reported. Owner Monika Krol makes and sells her own jewelry at the shop, as well as pieces by other artists.

Our publisher introduces the February issue of the magazine in his note to readers, here.

Sara Bozich has a list of this weekend’s events, with something for everyone. From plant sales, to live music to an ice festival, everything is right here.

Soles4Me will open a new store at 9 N. 3rd St. to sell new and pre-owned sneakers and designer clothes, our online story reported. The shop held its soft opening on Friday.

Theatre Harrisburg’s “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” is a coming-of-age action comedy. This version of a familiar story “stands out with its fast and funny lyrics delivered by Theatre Harrisburg’s talented vocalists,” says our reviewer.

Visit Hershey & Harrisburg announced Sharon S. Myers as its new president and CEO, our online story reported. Myers most recently served as the executive director of the PA Farm Show Complex & Expo Center.

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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
Are you on my email list?
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Gamut Theatre Group presents Rumpelstiltskin
- Plant Palooza at Ashcombe
- Hank The Buffalo at The Sturges Speakeasy
- Prime Rib Night at Final Cut at Hollywood Casino
- Thursday Night Karaoke at JB Lovedraft’s
- Live Music at Cinema with Purple Sunrise at Midtown Cinema

Friday

- Carlisle’s Ice Art Fest 2025
- Plant Palooza at Ashcombe
- Free Coworking Day at Pursuit Coworking
- Astrological Possibilities and Predictions for 2025 with Catherine Harner at Reiki by Rickie
- Annual Orchid Show & Sale at Hershey Gardens
- Forrest Brown’s Dirty Little Secret – Coolin’ at West Shore Theatre
- CapLive: Gangstagrass
- GRATEFUL DUB: a Reggae-infused tribute to the GRATEFUL DEAD/ Roots of Creation wsg Eric Swanson & O at XL Live
- Shine Delphi and Jackson Cavalier at JB Lovedraft’s MicroPub
- GROHL FEST: Celebrating the Music of Foo Fighters & Nirvana at Mickey’s Black Box
- Roux at Savannah’s on Hanna Grateful Dub Official After Party
- TUSK: The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute at American Music Theatre
- Hershey Bears vs. Bridgeport Islanders
- Murder for Two: A Musical Comedy at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- HBG Flea – February 2025 at Strawberry Square
- Pilates Yoga Fusion with Burn30 at Zeroday Brewing
- National Ice Cream For Breakfast Day with Honey Bear at Broad Street Market
- Plant Palooza at Ashcombe
- Annual Orchid Show & Sale at Hershey Gardens
- Great American Outdoor Show at the Farm Show Complex
- WWE: Pennsylvania – Pretzels & Pints
- Brunch & Champagne Stroll – Downtown York
- ReikiKids Class with Rickie Freedman at Reiki by Rickie
- February 2025 1st Saturday Sampling – Perfect Pairings! at Simply Flavorful
- Carlisle’s Ice Art Fest 2025
- Groundhog Day at the West Shore Theatre
- Crazy Train Ozzy Experience at XL Live
- Joey Harkum Live at The Abbey Bar
- Earth to Mars Bruno Mars Tribute Show at H Lounge
- Usury, Twist It, and Roderik at JB Lovedraft’s MicroPub
- Megan and Dave return to Flinchy’s!
- Hershey Bears vs. Bridgeport Islanders
- Lee Brice: You, Me and My Guitar with special guest Nick Norman at American Music Theatre
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Rumpelstiltskin
- 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
- Carlisle’s Ice Art Fest 2025
- Plant Palooza at Ashcombe
- Annual Orchid Show & Sale at Hershey Gardens
- Great American Outdoor Show at the Farm Show Complex
- Graceful Acres 4th Annual Chili Cookoff at Armstrong Valley Winery
- David Ramirez at West Art
- HYP Weekend Hike
- Groundhog Day at the West Shore Theatre
- Fresh Takes On Jazz: La Luz Del Son at Mickey’s Black Box
- Murder for Two: A Musical Comedy at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

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

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For your weekend planning

A Look Ahead

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Saturday

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

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For your weekend planning

A Look Ahead

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

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Saturday

Sunday

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