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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 4, 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: LONG WEEKEND ALERT! Worth noting: Lots of great live music + outdoor events this weekend Things on my agenda this weekend: R&R; adults dinner out on Sunday!

For your weekend planning

WIN tickets to see Black Pumas in Harrisburg on July 25
Have you tried Crooks yet?
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

July networking event at the Clock Box | July 10
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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

June 28, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Fleet Foxes performed last weekend as part of Harrisburg University Presents’ Summer Concert Series in Riverfront Park.

Our July issue of the magazine came out this week with a special focus on our furry friends. Make sure you grab a copy and check out all of our pet features, as well as lots of summer and community stories. But first, find all of our news from the week, here.

Fleet Foxes performed in Riverfront Park last weekend as part of HU Presents’ summer music series. Our reviewer shares her thoughts on the concert, here.

Harrisburg School District passed its 2024-25 budget of $211.7 million this week, our online story reported. The budget does not include a property tax increase for city residents.

Harristown Enterprises announced that it would renovate 104 and 106 Walnut St., which have long been vacant, and transform them into four new apartments, our online story reported. The new units, called Charming on Walnut, will each include two bedrooms and two baths.

July Fourth festivities will take place in Harrisburg next week, featuring food trucks, music and fireworks, our online story reported. The city will also kick off its free July Music Series next week, with events throughout the month at Reservoir Park.

Lt. Gov. Austin Davis hosted a roundtable conversation to discuss gun violence, with local officials and community members commenting on the initiatives they’re taking to find solutions. Click here to read about the statewide and local grants and projects to address the issue.

Mt. Gretna’s Outdoor Art Show is celebrating its 50^th anniversary this year with special programming throughout the summer, our magazine story reported. The outdoor art show itself will take place in August.

The Ned Smith Center has a full slate of summer concerts lined up with special activities to celebrate the 10^thanniversary of its DeSoto Amphitheater, our online story reported.

A park planned for a vacant, blighted lot in Allison Hill has garnered support from neighbors, along with some concern from city officials, our magazine story reported. Community members have joined with the city and nearby nonprofits to create the park, which will include native plants and rain gardens.

PennDOT announced that the 29^th Street bridge, spanning I-83, will close from the evening of July 8 through Nov. 12, 2025, as work is done to replace it. Read our online story to find detour information.

Our publisher introduces our July issue of the magazine in his Publisher’s Note. Read what he has to say about the pet-filled issue, here.

Purple Lizard maps are crawling with ideas on everything from a hiking or biking trail to a boat launch ramp to a picnic or campsite area. The maps offer a physical alternative to phone apps like Google Maps, our magazine story reported.

Sara Bozich has a list full of recommendations for ways to spend your weekend, here.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 27, 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: Summer Vintage Fest at The Abbey Bar on Saturday. Worth noting: Our June SoMa Block Party is TONIGHT! Things on my agenda this weekend: Block Party, Budget widow status

For your weekend planning

June 27 | “Budget Bash” SoMa Block Party
Have you tried Crooks yet?
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

Are you on my email list?
You can now sponsor the Weekend Roundup! Ask me how!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- SoMa Block Party Budget Bash! | June 2024
- SoMa Block Party Beer Run with Harrisburg Beer Runners
- Yoga in the Lavender Fields at Within You Farm with H2L Studio
- Farmers Market in Hershey & Summer Concert Series
- Pat Cusick at The Sturges Speakeasy
- Music on the Patio with Jessie Lynn at Midtown Cinema
- The Wallflowers with Lisa Bouchelle at American Music Theatre
- Adams-Ricci Farmers Market
- New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally
- Burt & Me at Gretna Theatre

Friday

- Hootie & the Blowfish – Summer Camp with Trucks Tour at Hersheypark Stadium
- Sunset Music & Movie Series: Elly Cooke at Fort Hunter
- Decked Out Live with Honeypump at The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey
- HYP Fun, Fit, Friends! at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Firefly Night at Wildwood Park
- The Hershey Symphony Orchestra: An American Salute at Penn State Health
- TGIF: Cycle Express Theme Ride- Beyoncé at H2L Studio
- Raspberry Festival at SpringGate Vineyard
- Terrifier | Late Night Frights at Midtown Cinema
- INTIMATE APPAREL by Lynn Nottage, produced by Theatre Harrisburg in partnership with Sankofa African American Theatre Company
- Burt & Me at Gretna Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Fun Food Fest at Hampden Park
- Mud Day Celebration! at Paulus Farm Market
- Summer Vintage Fest at The Abbey Bar at ABC
- Vendors in the Vineyard at Broad Mountain Winery
- Live Music on the Lawn at Waltz Vineyards
- Pennsylvania Lavender Festival
- Megan and Dave at Hook and Flask Still Works
- Crippled But Free – Harrisburg Beach Club
- Black Panther | Free Summer Outdoor Film at Midtown Cinema
- Raspberry Festival at SpringGate Vineyard
- The Beach Boys at American Music Theatre
- PRIDE Shimmer & Shine: A Fundraiser For Lancaster Pride at Mickey’s Black Box
- New Cumberland Farmers’ Market on 4th
- INTIMATE APPAREL by Lynn Nottage, produced by Theatre Harrisburg in partnership with Sankofa African American Theatre Company
- 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
- Burt & Me at Gretna Theatre

Sunday

- Yoga in the Park at Adams-Ricci Park
- East Shore Trail Hike at Wildwood Park
- Pennsylvania Lavender Festival
- Raspberry Festival at SpringGate Vineyard
- Gretna Music presents Women Composers with Ulysses Quartet
- Summer Sip Series with Tribe Fitness at The Englewood
- Vidjam’s Filmmaking Weekend 2024 Screening & Awards at Midtown Cinema
- INTIMATE APPAREL by Lynn Nottage, produced by Theatre Harrisburg in partnership with Sankofa African American Theatre Company
- Burt & Me at Gretna Theatre

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

June 21, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

George and Hettie Love Memorial Library

Have you noticed our new Family Time section in the magazine yet? We now have special articles and puzzles for our youngest Burg readers and parents. Grab your crayons and take a look! Before you head to the magazine, catch up on this week’s news, below.

TheBurg won more awards than we’ve ever received in a single contest in this year’s Keystone Media Awards contest. Click here to view all of our award-winning reporting, writing, photography and design.

The Capital Region Multicultural Small Business Innovation Lab just wrapped up and awarded cash prizes to small, minority-owned ventures following a pitch competition. Read our online story to find out which businesses won.

Dauphin County launched Pride Month with a press conference, our online story reported. County commissioners shared new initiatives that they are planning to increase inclusivity, and community members and activists spoke about the change that they believe still needs to be made.

Down to Earth Barbershop opened in Midtown Harrisburg this month, our online story reported. Owner Tylor Hockenberry has dreamed for years of opening his own shop and hopes that Down to Earth will foster a relaxing environment for patrons.

Harrisburg City Council member Lamont Jones partnered with UPMC to host an event to raise awareness about gun violence at Harrisburg University this week, our online story reported. The event focused on education and prevention through storytelling.

Harrisburg University Presents announced that country band Brothers Osborne will perform on Aug. 18 as part of its Summer Concert Series, our online story reported. The summer shows in Riverfront Park kick off this weekend.

Harrisburg Development Corp. will cut the ribbon on the new UPMC ClockBox and the UPMC Stage at Strawberry Square in downtown Harrisburg next week, our online story reported.

June’s 3^rd in The Burg takes place tonight in Harrisburg. In our story, find out what’s coming up and how we plan to continue reviving and evolving the monthly event.

Kline Library in Harrisburg has been renamed the George and Hettie Love Memorial Library in honor of a local couple, our online story reported. The Loves were activists for equality and advocates for education.

The National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg will host a Juneteenth Community Free Day on Saturday, June 22, our online story reported. The event will include crafts, music and history presentations.

The Pride of the Susquehanna will remain docked for the 2024 season, our online story reported. The Harrisburg Area Riverboat Society announced that the boat needs unexpected repairs and will not be able to set sail.

Sankofa African American Theatre Company and Theatre Harrisburg are presenting “Intimate Apparel now through June 30. Click here to read our theater reviewer’s thoughts on the dramatic romance.

Sara Bozich has rounded up all of the best events taking place this weekend in the Harrisburg area. Find them, here.

Tri-County Regional Planning Commission moved its offices to Strawberry Square in downtown Harrisburg, our online story reported. The commission was previously located in the Veterans Memorial Building on Market Street, but had to move due to the sale of that building.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 20, 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: Harrisburg University Presents 2024 Summer Concert Series Kicks Off Worth noting: June SoMa Pop-Up and 3rd in the Burg Juneteenth SoMa Block Party – Bonus: check out the SoMa Mural Tour with Sprocket Mural Works Things on my agenda this weekend: I’ll be in SoMa and/or Riverfront Park

For your weekend planning

Prep for the Summer Concert Season launch
Have you tried Crooks yet?
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

June 20 | SOMA POP-UP | JUNETEENTH with Mark & Val’s Wines and Mel’s Rock’n BBQ
June 21 | Juneteenth SoMa Block Party with YPOC and HYP | 3rd in the Burg
June 27 | “Budget Bash” SoMa Block Party
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Thursday

- SOMA POP-UP | JUNETEENTH with Mark & Val’s Wines and Mel’s Rock’n BBQ
- Juneteenth HBG: Black Performance Arts Mashup ar Narcisse Theatre
- Kimi Cunningham Grant with Kerry Hasler-Brooks: The Nature of Disappearing at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- WWE: Pennsylvania – Summer Solstice Hike
- Shine Bright for Alzheimer’s: Drive for a Difference (benefit car wash) at KCA Wealth Management
- Megan and Dave at The Sturges Speakeasy
- Music in the Gardens at Hershey Gardens
- Yoga in the Lavender Fields at Within You Farm with H2L Studio
- Carbon Leaf LIVE at The Englewood
- Jon Anderson & The Band Geeks at Hershey Theatre
- Invincible: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson at American Music Theatre
- Open Mic and Jam Night at The Abbey Bar (Bi Weekly)
- Adams-Ricci Farmers Market
- New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally
- Burt & Me at Gretna Theatre

Friday

- 3rd in the Burg
- Juneteenth SoMa Block Party with YPOC and HYP | 3rd in the Burg
- SoMa Mural Tour with Sprocket Mural Works
- June 3rd in the Burg at Susquehanna Art Museum
- Scott Pilgrim vs. the World | 3rd in the Burg Movie Night
- Shifting Expressions Opening Reception at Art Association of Harrisburg
- Harrisburg University Presents Jenny Lewis in Riverfront Park
- Sunset Music & Movie Series: Wonka at Fort Hunter
- Decked Out Live with Collinsville Discount Band! at The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey
- Olympic Swim Trials VIEWING PARTY at The Englewood
- Newsboys at American Music Theatre
- INTIMATE APPAREL by Lynn Nottage, produced by Theatre Harrisburg in partnership with Sankofa African American Theatre Company
- The Full Monty Musical at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Burt & Me at Gretna Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Joseph Earl Thomas with Damon Young: God Bless You, Otis Spunkmeyer at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Art on the Farm at Talking Breads
- JavaPalooza 2024 – 4th Annual
- Mamma Mia! | Free Summer Outdoor Film at Midtown Cinema
- Parmalee & special guests The Badlees at The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey
- Jeff Boyer’s Big Bubble Bonanza at Mt. Gretna Playhouse
- Ales on the Rails: Summer Blast ’24
- fête du vin blanc at Armstrong Valley Winery
- Celtic Fling & Highland Games at Mount Hope Estate & Winery
- XAVIER RUDD at XL Live
- An Evening with Ed Gerhard — Artistry of the Acoustic Guitar at The Manor on Front
- Solar Federation (RUSH Tribute) at The Englewood
- The Happy Together Tour at American Music Theatre
- New Cumberland Farmers’ Market on 4th
- INTIMATE APPAREL by Lynn Nottage, produced by Theatre Harrisburg in partnership with Sankofa African American Theatre Company
- 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
- The Full Monty Musical at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Burt & Me at Gretna Theatre

Sunday

- Harrisburg University Presents Fleet Foxes in Riverfront Park
- HYP Italian Lake Concert Series – Featuring Crossing Abbey Road
- HYP Book Club: “Assata: An Autobiography”
- Dining at the Dairy with Central Wedge Cheese Shop
- Summer Wine Tasting Event at Luca
- Creative York Live Art Paloooza
- Fresh Takes on Jazz at Mickey’s Black Box
- Celtic Fling & Highland Games at Mount Hope Estate & Winery
- The Australian Pink Floyd Show at American Music Theatre
- INTIMATE APPAREL by Lynn Nottage, produced by Theatre Harrisburg in partnership with Sankofa African American Theatre Company
- The Full Monty Musical at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Burt & Me at Gretna Theatre

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

June 14, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Officials cut the ribbon on the new Lidl store in Lower Paxton Township.

It looks like the summer heat will get cranked up in Harrisburg this coming week, making it the perfect time to park yourself under a shade tree or near the AC unit and catch up on all of your Burg reading. You can start, below.

Harrisburg School District Receiver Dr. Lori Suski appointed an interim superintendent, following Eric Turman’s announcement that he would resign, our online story reported. The district has also begun its search for a new official for the position.

Harrisburg Young Professionals (HYP) opened nominations for its annual “20 in their 20’s” awards. Read our story to find out how to nominate a local young person.

Home sales in the Harrisburg area have risen, along with prices, in the last month. In our story, find out specific data for Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry counties.

Hoop It Up Harrisburg 3×3 Street Fest basketball tournament will return to City Island this summer on Saturday, July 27, our online story reported. The event welcomes people of all ages and abilities to play and compete for a cash prize.

HU Presents’ Summer Concert Series is back with a diverse selection of headliners, our magazine story reported. Our writer spoke with artist Jenny Lewis, who will perform this month, about her creative process and recent music.

Kayaking offers a fun way to spend time together as a family this summer. In our magazine story, find out ways to introduce your kids to watersports, including safety education.

Lidl, a European-based discount grocery store, cut the ribbon on its location at 5125 Jonestown Rd. in the Paxton Towne Centre, officially opening the store to the public, our online story reported.

Police presence in the city will be bolstered in the wake of several recent shootings, Harrisburg officials shared at a press conference. They also announced an upcoming gun buy-back program.

Sara Bozich has found all of this weekend’s best events. Find out what’s happening in the Harrisburg area, here.

SoMa has some new decorative additions along its streetscape, our online story reported. Harristown Enterprises shared that it made improvements including adding permanent brick pavers, bike racks, planters and bollards.

The Tunnel to Towers Foundation formally announced its proposal to build a “veterans village” in South Harrisburg for those who are experiencing homelessness, our online story reported. The proposal received an approval from the Harrisburg Planning Commission last week at a meeting where board members brought up questions about the future of a part of the Greenbelt, which runs through the project site.

Winding Hill Park North has a new sensory garden that contains a variety of plants, each targeting a specific sense, our online story reported. Upper Allen Township officials cut the ribbon on the green space this week.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 13, 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: How ’bout live jazz right here? CPFJ presents Terell Stafford Friday at Messiah. Worth noting: PA Cider Fest 2024 on Saturday; Sunday is Father’s Day Things on my agenda this weekend: CPFJ Spring Concert Friday; Jazz Camp Kids Concert Saturday; BAPS on Sunday

For your weekend planning

Prep for *next* weekend’s Summer Concert Season launch
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

June 20 | SOMA POP-UP | JUNETEENTH with Mark & Val’s Wines and Mel’s Rock’n BBQ
June 21 | Juneteenth SoMa Block Party with YPOC and HYP | 3rd in the Burg
June 27 | “Budget Bash” SoMa Block Party
You can now sponsor the Weekend Roundup! Ask me how!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Yoga in the Lavender Fields at Within You Farm with H2L Studio
- Putt it Into the Park with West Shore Chamber
- Tooth Fairy Time Youth Business Fair at Members 1st Federal Credit Union HQ
- Summer Kick Off Party with T & T Baltimore Steel Orchestra at Fredricksen Library
- HARRISBURG SENATORS VS BOWIE BAYSOX (AA ORIOLES)
- Adams-Ricci Farmers Market
- New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally
- The Greatest Love for Whitney at Gretna Theatre

Friday

- CPFJ Spring Concert Series: Terell Stafford
- WXPN Welcomes Shemekia Copeland @ XL LIVE
- Sunset Music & Movie Series: An Evening of Song From Broadway and Beyond
- Penn State Extension Master Gardener Walk & Talk at Fort Hunter
- Decked Out Live with 3rd Power Family Soul! at The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey
- Yoga in the Lavender Fields at Within You Farm with H2L Studio
- HARRISBURG SENATORS VS BOWIE BAYSOX (AA ORIOLES)
- Juneteenth Extravaganza A Night of Music – FREE
- Morning Glory at the Wharf
- Iron Bridge Music Festival in New Cumberland
- Down in Front! presents The Psychotronic Man! at Midtown Cinema
- INTIMATE APPAREL by Lynn Nottage, produced by Theatre Harrisburg in partnership with Sankofa African American Theatre Company
- The Comedy of Errors: 31st Annual Free Shakespeare in the Park
- The Full Monty Musical at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- PA Cider Fest 2024
- CPFJ Jazz Camp Kids Concert
- Juneteenth Summer Vibes feat. Ghostface Killah & Jim Jones at XL Live
- Stevie Nicks at Hersheypark Stadium
- Marc Roberge of O.A.R. at The Vineyard at Hershey
- HARRC 50th Anniversary & Hall of Fame Induction
- HARRISBURG SENATORS VS BOWIE BAYSOX (AA ORIOLES)
- Iron Bridge Music Festival in New Cumberland
- Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder at American Music Theatre
- New Cumberland Farmers’ Market on 4th
- Open Stage presents EFF Live!
- INTIMATE APPAREL by Lynn Nottage, produced by Theatre Harrisburg in partnership with Sankofa African American Theatre Company
- The Comedy of Errors: 31st Annual Free Shakespeare in the Park
- 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
- The Full Monty Musical at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

Sunday

- 3rd Annual Father’s Day Car Show & Festival at Wyndridge Farm
- Iron Bridge Music Festival in New Cumberland
- Father’s Day at Hershey Gardens (Dads enter free)
- The Harrisburg Record Riot! 10,000 LPs in one room! at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- HARRISBURG SENATORS VS BOWIE BAYSOX (AA ORIOLES)
- Super Late Model Appalachian Mountain Speedweek at BAPS Motor Speedway
- Father’s Day BBQ with Gretna Music
- Mark Lowry with Special Guests Endless Highway and The Sound at American Music Theatre
- INTIMATE APPAREL by Lynn Nottage, produced by Theatre Harrisburg in partnership with Sankofa African American Theatre Company
- The Full Monty Musical at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

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New signage, planters, bike racks mark completion of SoMa streetscape project

June 7, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda

The new “Welcome to SoMa” sign

If you’ve been to downtown Harrisburg lately, you may have noticed a few decorative additions.

On Friday, Harristown Enterprises announced the completion of the SoMa (South of Market) streetscape project, featuring a number of newly installed ornamental and practical elements along S. 3^rd Street between Market and Chestnut streets.

“We’re thrilled to have this project completed, and we look forward to welcoming more new tenants to the neighborhood,” said Brad Jones, president of Harristown, which oversaw the work. “The improvements that have been made will only enhance the public’s use of this dynamic block.”

These improvements include permanent brick pavers, bike racks, planters, bollards, logos and, as a centerpiece, a massive, lighted “Welcome to SoMa” sign.

The sign repurposed the frame of the Walker’s Art & Framing sign, which stood for over 40 years on the block. Walker’s left the location in 2022, replaced by the Found Collab retail shop.

Round bollards (foreground) and planters (background) are part of the streetscape project.

The streetscape project was financed, in part, by a grant from the Commonwealth Financing Authority, according to Harristown.

New shops have been popping up on the block in recent years and, last year, the UPMC Health Sciences Tower at Harrisburg University opened on the corner of Chestnut Street. In addition, Harristown and Sara Bozich Events have hosted monthly block parties and special events on the block for several years.

Upcoming June SoMa events include:

Juneteenth SoMa Pop-Up inside the former Bricco restaurant, 31 S. 3^rd, Thursday, June 20, 5 to 8 p.m.
3^rd in the Burg Juneteenth Block Party with YPOC and HYP, Friday, June 21, 5-9 p.m.
“Budget Bash” SoMa Block Party, Thursday, June 27, 6-10 p.m.

“This project has been a long time coming, and it’s great to have it finished in time for our summer block party series,” Jones said.

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

June 7, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

A past Proudly PA! Festival. Photo courtesy of Dauphin County.

It’s looking like sunny days and blue skies all weekend long in Harrisburg. If you’re looking for ways to enjoy the nice weather, look no further than our June issue of the magazine, which is packed with stories highlighting summer fun in our area. You may also find a little inspiration from our local news from this week, below.

The arts community in Harrisburg deserves more support and appreciation, argues our publisher, in his column. Without an organization dedicated to arts advocacy, the creative community faces a vacuum in leadership, advocacy, direction and funding, he says.

Bob’s Art Blog highlights three local artists who find inspiration in everything from color to nature to advocacy. Blogger Bob also previews some of their upcoming exhibits.

Community Corner highlights June’s special events in and around the Harrisburg area. For even more live music, theater and educational experiences taking place this month, check out our Happenings column.

Gamut Theatre’s “Comedy of Errors” brings local audiences a “ridiculously over-the-top” comedy, says our reviewer. The play is Gamut’s featured show for its summer “Shakespeare under the Stars” series, which brings free entertainment to Reservoir Park in Harrisburg.

Harrisburg announced this week that it would offer a co-application opportunity for nonprofits and other organizations looking to apply for Dauphin County’s annual gaming grant money, our online story reported.

Harrisburg appointed Gloria Martin-Roberts as the interim director of the city’s Building and Housing Department, filling a vacancy recently left by former director Dennise Hill, our online story reported. Also, Joel Seiders was hired as the new city engineer, a position that has been vacant since March.

Jackson Lick pool in Harrisburg is slated to open for the summer on June 12. Our online story reported. The pool recently received some much-needed painting, patching and repairs.

June concerts will bring a wide range of genres and sounds to the area. Find our columnist’s recommendations, here.

Juneteenth HBG will showcase Black history and culture through a week-long celebration, our online story reported. The festivities will include a concert, arts expo, Juneteenth Jubilee, and many other events.

Proudly PA! Festival will return to Dauphin County this weekend with entertainment, food and drinks, our online story reported. Additionally, the county has weekly summer movie nights planned.

Sara Bozich has a list of all the best events happening this weekend in Harrisburg. Find them, here.

Sycamore Homes, an affordable housing development in South Harrisburg, is slated to open in September, our online story reported. This week, the developers, Latino Connection Foundation and Fernandez Realty Affordable Homes, hosted a walk-through event to tour the building.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 6, 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: Liberty Winefest on Saturday Worth noting: Proudly PA! on Saturday at Fort Hunter; 31st Annual Shakespeare in the Park (FREE) continues Things on my agenda this weekend: Kiddo’s last day of kindergarten (!), Proudly PA!, Open Stage Gala

For your weekend planning

Proudly PA! is Saturday. Save $5 on tickets with code SARAB5
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

Clock Box Happy Hour next week! Register FREE here
June 20 | SOMA POP-UP | JUNETEENTH with Mark & Val’s Wines and Mel’s Rock’n BBQ
June 21 | Juneteenth SoMa Block Party with YPOC and HYP | 3rd in the Burg
You can now sponsor the Weekend Roundup! Ask me how!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Feel Your Boobies Bras Across the Bridge – 20 year anniversary!
- WXPN Welcomes Mdou Moctar Live at The Abbey Bar
- Harold Holzer with Jeffrey L. Nichols: Brought Forth on This Continent at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- H2L Studio Yoga in the Lavender Fields at Within You Farm
- Tröegs Grow @ Brewhouse Grille
- Native Plant Fest at Second Chance Plants
- Paul Anka: Seven Decades Tour at American Music Theatre
- Adams-Ricci Farmers Market
- The Greatest Love for Whitney at Gretna Theatre
- The Menzingers & Lucero at HMAC

Friday

- June Meet the artist Reina 76 Artist & Our Winners from Plein Air at Gallo’ry on Market
- HYP Puppies and Pints at Zeroday Brewing
- Sunset Music & Movie Series – The Wizard of Oz Movie Night
- Tsuruda and ONHELL Live at The Abbey Bar
- The Dave Matthews Tribute Band at XL Live
- Warrant: Let the Good Times Rock Tour at Hollywood Casino
- Decked Out Live with Y2Kids at The Vineyard at Hershey
- Bad Sister @ Lovedraft’s Brewing Co
- The Comedy of Errors: 31st Annual Free Shakespeare in the Park
- Open Stage presents What the Constitution Means To Me
- The Full Monty Musical at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2
- The Greatest Love for Whitney at Gretna Theatre
- Easton Corbin | HMAC | Harrisburg, PA
- No Mana returns to Stage on Herr at HMAC

Saturday

- Proudly PA! at Fort Hunter Park
- Open Stage Gala
- Music on Chocolate
- Barre with your Girls: Summer Theme at H2L Studio
- Liberty Winefest at Liberty Mountain Resort
- Sips on the Susquehanna Launch Party
- 717 Vintage Shoppe Grand Opening
- DJ Kynz Sunset Sessions at The Millworks
- Dueling Pianos at The Vineyard at Hershey
- TAYLOR NATION TRIBUTE SHOW A Live Band Journey Through the Eras of Taylor Swift at XL Live
- Gun Metal Gray w/ Decipher Life, Hot and Dangerous at Lovedraft’s Brewing
- Napoleon Dynamite Live! 20th Anniversary Celebration at American Music Theatre
- The Comedy of Errors: 31st Annual Free Shakespeare in the Park
- 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
- The Full Monty Musical at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- The Greatest Love for Whitney at Gretna Theatre

Sunday

- Bubbles, Brooms, and Bloody Marys Drag Brunch at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- Pipes, Winds, Voices and Strings at Messiah Lutheran Church
- Susquehanna Folk Spring Open Mic at West Shore Theatre
- The Lettermen & The Buckinghams at American Music Theatre
- The Full Monty Musical at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- The Greatest Love for Whitney at Gretna Theatre

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

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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

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