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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

May 2, 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: Music in the Vines returns tomorrow (and every Fri/Sat night of the summer) to Cassel Vineyards. Worth noting: Saturday is the HBG Flea and Derby Day; Cinco De Mayo celebrations abound; the Senators are at home all weekend Things on my agenda this weekend: basically nothing beyond kid sports, which is fine because I’m still recovering from last month — 4 shows and 4 events!! This month is light comparatively!

For your weekend planning

Grateful Goat has a great Derby Day party (hello, open bar + buffet) — this link gets you discounted tix
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

Camp Hill’s Plein Air Art Walk is May 18
The first SoMa Block Party of the season is just 3 weeks away!! Add to calendar now!
Just announced: SoMa Fest (a mega block party) on June 1
Proudly PA! festival returns on June 8 to Fort Hunter Park
You can now sponsor the Weekend Roundup! Ask me how!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

April 26, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Local officials celebrated Earth Day at a press conference in Reservoir Park this week.

The weather looks like it’ll be heating up this weekend in Harrisburg. Get outside for a stroll in the sun and support some of our city’s great local businesses. Make sure you also find some time this weekend to catch up on this week’s news, below.

Bike Month is in May and local cycling groups have lots of festivities and educational events planned, our online story reported. Also during the month, there will be a Ride of Silence to honor cyclists who were killed or injured on the road.

Deborah and Scott Hershey showcase both of their passions in their storefront in Carlisle, our magazine story reported. Up front is Hershey Violins, Scott’s space, and closer to the back is where Deborah’s art is displayed.

Earth Day was this week and city and local officials celebrated by highlighting environmental initiatives, our online story reported. One of those programs is Lights Out Harrisburg, which aims to help save migrating birds.

Frederick, Md., has a vibrant arts scene and our arts writer Bob MacGinnes took a trip to explore it. Read his story to find out about all the best galleries and shops to visit.

The Harrisburg School District is slated to purchase a large office building on N. 7th Street for the district to use as its new administration building, our online story reported. The current admin building on State Street will become an elementary school, as part of the district’s reconfiguration plans.

Jim Doyle has been dedicated to the ancient art form of Bonsai for over 50 years, our magazine story reported. At Nature’s Way Nursery in Linglestown, Doyle shares his passion with the community.

Knowledge is power, according to healthcare professionals at Capital Blue Cross. Knowing your family health history can help you identify areas of potential concern and reduce your risks.

The Market Street Bridge will close for two nights in May in order for PennDOT to conduct a lighting study related to the bridge rehab project. Read our story for more information and to find detour routes.

PA primary election results came in this week and Democrat Janelle Stelson will face long-time incumbent Rep. Scott Perry in the Harrisburg area’s 10th congressional district race. To find out who won other local nominations, click here.

Sara Bozich has gathered up all of this weekend’s best events in the Harrisburg area. Find her list, here.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

April 25, 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: I think the Lemoyne Arbor Day Festival sounds awesome Worth noting: Independent Bookstore Day! at Midtown Scholar on Saturday; great live music with Harrisburg University Presents Fri & Sat at XL Live. Things on my agenda this weekend: Shows Fri & Sat (see below, buy some tix, enjoy live music in Harrisburg), plus kid activities, including Mentored Youth Turkey Day (well I’m not doing it but …), baseball, and swim lessons. Steak Sunday will be well deserved.

For your weekend planning

HU Presents Beach Fossils with friends Nation of Language on Friday at XL Live!
Check out The Heavy Heavy with HU Presents at XL Live on Saturday
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

The first SoMa Block Party of the season is one month away!! Add to calendar now!
Just announced SoMa Fest (a mega block party) on June 1
You can now sponsor the Weekend Roundup! Ask me how!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- New Menu Tasting Event! at Home 231
- YPOC Happy Hour at Nesta Hemp Shop
- Nell Irvin Painter with Zinzi Clemmons: I Just Keep Talking at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- The Motet with especial at XL Live

Friday

- HU Presents Beach Fossils with friends Nation of Language at XL Live
- Right Now – A Celebration of Hagar-Era Van Halen at The Englewood
- Arbor Day Celebration at Hershey Gardens
- Denim, Diamonds, and Dogs
- He’s a Player: Justin Adams on Piano at The Brownstone Lounge
- D-Bo! LIVE @ Hollywood Casino York
- Plunder & Lightning: A Pirate’s Life – The Musical at Federal Taphouse
- Live Dead & Brothers: An All-Star Celebration of Grateful Dead & Allman Brothers at Appell Center for the Performing Arts
- Bonnie Raitt with special guest Maia Sharp at American Music Theatre
- Seussical The Musical at Theatre Harrisburg
- Oscar Mayer Wienermobile at the Carlisle Pike Walmart
- 40 Years of Broadway Favorites with Harrisburg Singers
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- HU Presents The Heavy Heavy at XL Live
- Independent Bookstore Day! at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Book Launch with Lauren Castillo: Just Like Millie
- Book Signing with Gwendolyn Kiste: The Haunting of Velkwood
- Lemoyne Arbor Day Festival
- Arbor Day Celebration at Hershey Gardens
- Earth Day Celebration in Carlisle
- Go Green in the City (York)
- Happy 4 years to our friends at Hemauer Brewing
- SEASON OPENING @ THE GRAPPLING CRAB SHACK
- Big Hill Ciderworks 10th Anniversary Event
- Stuart Malina & Friends at Ned Smith Center for Nature & Art
- Megan and Dave at The DogHouse
- An evening with Trevor Gordon Hall — Acoustic Guitar on Steroids
- The Clarks at The Englewood in Hershey, PA
- Plunder & Lightning: A Pirate’s Life – The Musical at Federal Taphouse
- CapLive: Start Making Sense at Appell Center for the Performing Arts
- Seussical The Musical at Theatre Harrisburg
- KANSAS – The 50th Anniversary Tour at American Music Theatre
- 40 Years of Broadway Favorites with Harrisburg Singers
- 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
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion

Sunday

- $5 Community Yoga Class: Benefitting The Launch Pad Foundation at Just Plain Yoga
- Champian Fulton: Celebrate International Jazz Day & Women in Jazz! at WITF
- Spring Wine Tasting at Luca
- 40 Years of Broadway Favorites with Harrisburg Singers at Trinity Church
- Hershey Reptile Expo
- Stuart and Friends at Market Square Concerts
- The Gamut Gala Spring Ball
- Autumn Sky + The Children Of Vibes album release show at West Shore Theatre
- Seussical The Musical at Theatre Harrisburg
- Twitty & Lynn: A Salute to Conway & Loretta at American Music Theatre
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

April 18, 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: Brunch for Happy Hour TONIGHT in SoMa! Tulips are in full bloom at Hershey Gardens.

Worth noting: Friday is 3rd in the Burg! Do it in SoMa Harrisburg! PA Flavor on Saturday.

Things on my agenda this weekend: SoMa fun, then youth baseball.

For your weekend planning

SoMa Pop-Ups are April 18-19 with a “Brunch for Happy Hour” theme – Open to the public!
3rd in the Burg with Gals That Brunch (and YOU) in SoMa – FRIDAY
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

WIN tickets to see Beach Fossils next week!
WIN tickets to see The Heavy Heavy next week!
The SoMa Block Party series kicks off May 23
You can now sponsor the Weekend Roundup! Ask me how!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

Brunch for Happy Hour Pop-Up in SoMa!
Spafford @ XL Live w/ Flux Capacitor
Marietta Art Alive River Towns Plein Air Art Exhibit & Sale
HARRISBURG SENATORS VS RICHMOND FLYING SQUIRRELS (AA GIANTS)
Gamut Theatre Group presents Much Ado About Nothing
An Evening with Shawn Colvin & KT Tunstall Together on Stage at American Music Theatre

Friday

3rd in the Burg
Gals That Brunch SoMa Pop-Up | 3rd in the Burg
Spring Jazz Night at the Scholar!
Celebrate Our City w/ Michael Yatsko Photography for 3rd in The Burg at The Rummagers
HYP Board Game Night at Pursuit Coworking
West & Ward @ Zeroday Brewing Co.
Hot Fuzz | 3rd in the Burg Movie Night
“Wading In” reception at the Art Association of Harrisburg
3rd in the Burg at Susquehanna Art Museum
Virtual Program: Erie’s Maritime Heritage and the U.S. Brig Niagara at The State Museum of Pennsylvani
HARRISBURG SENATORS VS RICHMOND FLYING SQUIRRELS (AA GIANTS)
Harrisburg Academy International Night – OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Gamut Theatre Group presents Romeo and Juliet
The Artisan Guitar Show at the Best Western Premier Central Hotel & Conference Center
Bumpin Uglies at XL Live
Friday Night Live with Megan and Dave at Wolf Brewing Co.
Create Your Own Suncatcher with Why Knot at Within You Farm
Chris Tomlin at the GIANT Center
The Piano Guys at American Music Theatre
York Train Show at York Expo Center
Murder at Mount Hope Mansion
Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

Great Harrisburg Litter Clean Up – Midtown
HYP Forster St Cleanup
PA Flavor
Mechanicsburg Earth Day Celebration
Earth Day Celebration at Hershey Gardens
Community Free Day at the National Civil War Museum
INDEPENDENCE: The True Story of Dr. Mary Walker – A one-act play at the National Civil War Museum
Cereal and Saturday Morning Cartoons! | The Lorax | at Midtown Cinema
Tattoos Through Time Reception at Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art
420 Celebration at Hempfield Apothetique
HARRISBURG SENATORS VS RICHMOND FLYING SQUIRRELS (AA GIANTS)
Hershey Bears v. Charlotte Checkers
Sviraj @ Boneshire
The Artisan Guitar Show at the Best Western Premier Central Hotel & Conference Center
Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra presents A Majestic Premiere
Handles and Sampson presents Ladies Night w/ DJ Diamond Kuts at XL Live
Gamut Theatre Group presents Romeo and Juliet
Cold Spring Union with Special Guest Hockersville Station at The Englewood
Reefer Madness | 4/20 at Midtown Cinema
Create your own Macrame Wall Hanging Class at PA Guild of Craftsmen
York Train Show at York Expo Center
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
Murder at Mount Hope Mansion

Sunday

Book Signing with Gabriela Epstein: Danny Phantom at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
HARRISBURG SENATORS VS RICHMOND FLYING SQUIRRELS (AA GIANTS)
THIS SUNDAY: Moviate Underground’s Best Short Films of 2023 at Midtown Cinema
Fresh Takes on Jazz featuring Jack Saint Clair Orchestra at Mickey’s Black Box
The Artisan Guitar Show at the Best Western Premier Central Hotel & Conference Center
Create your own Macrame Earrings Class at Happy Go Creative
Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra presents A Majestic Premiere
Gamut Theatre Group presents Romeo and Juliet
Murder at Mount Hope Mansion

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

April 12, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Local officials cut the ribbon on five new affordable townhomes in Harrisburg.

Have you picked up our April edition of the magazine yet? If not, what are you waiting for? This month features lots of great home and garden stories for the spring. Find a few of those stories, along with all of our daily news coverage from this week, below.

Donate Life Month is celebrated in April to bring awareness to the need for organ donation. In our magazine story, read the story of two neighbors who became connected through a life-saving donation.

Gardening in the Harrisburg area may begin to look a little different as temperatures warm. In our magazine story, read about how the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s updated Plant Hardiness Zone Map may affect growing locally.

Home sales in the Harrisburg area were mostly steady while prices rose last month. In our online story, find the specific sales data for Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry counties.

Homeless encampments along the riverfront in Harrisburg were told by the city to move on, our online story reported. Occupants felt uncertain of where to go next.

Jessica Malloy loves getting to make people happy through her flower business, our magazine story reported. In the past several years, she has opened Palmyra Greenhouse, along with a traveling flower truck and published a book.

Kitchen and bath trends are all about modern, sleek and clean designs. In our magazine story, find out more about the latest innovations shaping home remodeling trends.

Lauren Castillo, a Harrisburg author and illustrator, released her new picture book, “Just Like Millie” this week, our online story reported. The book includes illustrations of some of her favorite Harrisburg places.

Sara Bozich has a long list of ideas for how to spend your weekend. Find her suggestions, here.

Tri County Housing, a Harrisburg-based organization, cut the ribbon on five new affordable townhomes in Allison Hill, our online story reported. The homes will be sold to lower-income residents with the goal of providing more homeownership opportunities for city residents.

“Wicked Little Letters” tells a hilarious but true story from early 1900s Britain, all beginning with a letter. The movie plays at Midtown Cinema this month. Read our review, here.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

April 11, 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: Showdown In Chocolatetown Chili Cook-Off; Dills Celtic Festival at historic Dills Tavern Worth noting: I’m really excited about our Plants + Pints lineup for Sunday! Tickets are just $20 and benefit Downtown Daily Bread. Read what else it includes. Things on my agenda this weekend: Youth baseball has entered the chat: Opening day. Maddie & Tae. Plants + Pints. Taking Monday off to tend to my houseplants.

For your weekend planning

Plants + Pints tickets are on sale! 30+ vegan/vegetarian vendors — Just $20 benefiting Downtown Daily Bread!
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

SoMa Pop-Ups return April 18-19 with a “Brunch for Happy Hour” theme – Open to the public!
The SoMa Block Party series kicks off May 23
You can now sponsor the Weekend Roundup! Ask me how!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- How to Write and Publish Anything with Jo Piazza and Jennifer Herrera at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Concert with The Sea The Sea at Fredricksen Library
- Houdini Returns at John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion
- Jon and David Robinson at The Sturges Speakeasy
- The Gibson Brothers with Colebrook Road at The Englewood
- Oddisee & Good Compny w/ Ralph Real & The Family Jam and Laddie Moran at Tellus360
- New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally
- OSHKids presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Open Stage
- Scotty McCreery at American Music Theatre

Friday

- 1st Anniversary Celebration & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Revolutionary Hot Sauce
- Arts on the Square presents FESTIVE SOUNDS: ORGAN, BRASS AND PERCUSSION at Market Square Church
- Down in Front! presents THE ROOM! at Midtown Cinema
- BADFISH – A Tribute to Sublime “High With You Tour” with special guests Kash’d Out & The Quasi Kings at XL Live
- Cumberland Honey, Tanjo & Crow and Shine Delphi at The Abbey Bar
- Hershey Bears v. Lehigh Valley Phantoms
- OSHKids presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Open Stage
- The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA at American Music Theatre
- Tuesdays with Morrie at Fulton Theatre
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- 2024 #RLYB Opening Day
- Volunteer Work Day at Wildwood Park
- Penn State Extension Master Gardener Walk & Talk at Harrisburg Cemetary Arbortoreum
- Birds & Coffee with Appalachian Audubon at Wildwood Park Nature Center
- Saturday morning YOGA @ the ‘Shire
- Tunes in the Tulips at Hershey Gardens
- Showdown In Chocolatetown Chili Cook-Off
- Dills Celtic Festival at historic Dills Tavern
- Spring Vintage Fest at Tellus360
- 2024 Nursery Kickoff Event at Ashcombe
- HU Presents the BOB 94.9 Birthday Bash featuring Maddie & Tae – SOLD OUT
- 80’s Style Retro Cocktail Party at Home 231
- HYP Night at the Harrisburg Stampede
- Mayor Wanda Williams presents The People’s Ball at the Hilton
- Plunder & Lightning: A Pirate’s Life – The Musical at Federal Tap House
- Who’s Live Anyway? at Hershey Theatre
- Megan and Dave at Jimmy Jaxxx Shine Shack
- The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA 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
- OSHKids presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Open Stage
- Tuesdays with Morrie at Fulton Theatre
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion

Sunday

- Plants + Pints at Strawberry Square
- New Cumberland Earth & Arts Festival at New Cumberland Public Library
- The Konrad Paszkudski Trio at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church
- Dills Celtic Festival at historic Dills Tavern
- Hershey Bears vs. Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins
- Tuesdays with Morrie at Fulton Theatre
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion
- OSHKids presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Open Stage
- Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives at American Music Theatre

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

April 5, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Broad Street Market

It’s been quite the washout week here in Harrisburg. Despite the rain, we’ve been here to cover the news. While you dry off, catch up on any of our coverage that you may have missed, below.

April will bring plenty of great concerts to the Harrisburg area this month. Click here to find our live music columnist’s top show picks.

The Broad Street Market received a donation from Hornung’s LED Lighting, which installed new lighting fixtures in the market’s stone building, our online story reported. The new high-efficiency LED lighting replaces outdated fixtures in the building, cutting down on electric costs.

Dauphin County announced that it is accepting applications for grant money to support affordable housing development and supportive community services. In our online story, read about who qualifies for funding.

Gamut Theatre’s Young Acting Company will perform “Cinderella,” with a new twist on the classic tale, our magazine story reported. The show will debut on April 12.

Harrisburg University announced that masked country singer Orville Peck will come to the city in July, our online story reported. The singer will perform as part of HU’s Summer Concert Series.

Harristown Development Corp. is celebrating its 50th anniversary. In our magazine story, Harristown officials reflect on the redevelopment work that they’ve accomplished downtown.

Market Square Presbyterian Church recently announced that Korean-born New York artist SoHyun Bae will display her painting series at the church in April, our online story reported. The exhibit coincides with the church’s 50th anniversary of its Korean congregation.

The “P” word, parking, seems to be of chief concern to many people in Harrisburg, says our publisher. In his column, he shares his thoughts on the city’s parking minimums for construction projects and how they hinder the development of badly needed housing.

Our publisher introduces the home and garden-focused April issue of the magazine, here. In his publisher’s note, he shares how TheBurg is often used as an agricultural product.

Sara Bozich has found all the best events happening in the Harrisburg area this weekend and compiled them, here.

The temporary tent structure for Broad Street Market vendors has space for three new businesses, our online story reported. Additionally, seven former brick building vendors that were displaced by the July fire, will open in the space as well.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

April 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: Harrisburg Senators Baseball is back!! Worth noting: Camp Hill’s Spring Fling is a welcome break from the rain Things on my agenda this weekend: Spring Fling, a birthday concert

For your weekend planning

Downtown Camp Hill Association’s Spring Fling is on Saturday, April 6!
Enter to WIN tickets to see Neon Trees on April 23
Join us on April 10 for a Clock Box Happy Hour!
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

Plants + Pints tickets are on sale! 30+ vegan/vegetarian vendors — Just $20 benefiting Downtown Daily Bread!
SoMa Pop-Ups return April 18-19 with a “Brunch for Happy Hour” theme
You can now sponsor the Weekend Roundup! Ask me how!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Terrarium Therapy Plant Bar at SpringGate Arcona
- Jessica Lynn at The Sturges Speakeasy
- Open Mic and Jam Night at The Abbey Bar (Bi Weekly)
- Aaron Lewis Acoustic Tour with special guest Mikey Wayne at American Music Theatre
- Mamma Mia! (Touring) at Hershey Theatre

Friday

- Cherry Blossom Celebration at SpringGate Arcona
- Harrisburg Senators OPENING NIGHT 2024
- HYP First Friday Social at Stock’s on Second
- Balance, Beauty and Strength: En Plein Air Paintings by Paul Gallo at Lebanon Picture Frame & Fine Art Gallery
- Jessie Murph- Live In The Sticks tour * SOLD OUT* at XL Live
- Blitz Dynette LIVE at The Englewood
- Koffin Kats & The Queers at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- First Friday Foodie Fundraiser at Revival Social Club
- Mamma Mia! (Touring) at Hershey Theatre
- Jeremy Camp at American Music Theatre
- Tuesdays with Morrie at Fulton Theatre
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- DCHA Spring Fling
- HBG Flea – April 2024 at Strawberry Square
- Women Who Explore: Pennsylvania – Flat Rock Hike
- Calicutts Spice Co. April Pop-Up
- 11th Downtown Carlisle Bunny Hop
- Finding Your Roots: A Genealogy Fair
- HARRISBURG SENATORS VS. ERIE SEAWOLVES (AA TIGERS)
- 2024 Beer & Wine Festival at Central Penn College
- An Evening with Lisa Scottoline: The Truth About the Devlins at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Art Association of Harrisburg 2024 Gala: Broadway Bound
- The Psychology of Serial Killers at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts
- The Jazz Ambassadors of The US Army Field Band at Whitaker Center
- Night at the Movies: An HSO Tradition!
- JB Lovedraft’s Birthday Celebration
- Cherry Blossom Celebration at SpringGate Arcona
- Heynineteen- Tribute to Steely Dan at XL Live
- Combichrist “Only Death is Immortal” Tour at Lovedrafts
- Mamma Mia! (Touring) at Hershey 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
- Tuesdays with Morrie at Fulton Theatre
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion

Sunday

- Cherry Blossom Celebration at SpringGate Arcona
- HARRISBURG SENATORS VS. ERIE SEAWOLVES (AA TIGERS)
- 6th Annual Improvapalooza at Gamut Theatre Group
- Night at the Movies: An HSO Tradition!
- The 69 Eyes at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- CapLive: WXPN Welcomes Shovels & Rope
- Mamma Mia! (Touring) at Hershey Theatre
- The Science of Stuff with Gretna Theatre at Whitaker Center
- One Night of Queen featuring Gary Mullen & The Works at American Music Theatre
- Tuesdays with Morrie at Fulton Theatre
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

March 29, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams, along with city and county officials, at a press conference about illegal dumping.

Our April issue of the magazine came out this week, just in time to stuff into Easter baskets or gift to a loved one along with a bouquet. Our cover art, featuring a bunny, fits perfectly with the holiday. So hop to the nearest distribution location!

Affordable housing may be coming to a vacant lot in the Summit Terrace neighborhood in Harrisburg, our online story reported. Harrisburg-based RB Development has proposed building 24 townhome-style units on the 1100-block of Bailey Street.

“American Roulette,” a recently released book, features eight local authors who came together to write about the crisis of mass shootings in America. In our magazine story, read about how they wrote the book and what they hope people will get out of it.

Bob’s Art Blog focuses on three upcoming events, all of which are perfect for the spring season, he says. He highlights “Art in the Wild” from Dauphin County Parks & Recreation, “Plants + Pints” at Strawberry Square and the “Earth and Arts Festival” from the New Cumberland Collective.

Broad Street Market officials shared the list of eight former brick building vendors that will move into the market’s temporary tent. Read our online story to find out which vendors will open.

Broad Street Market vendors began moving equipment into the market’s temporary tent structure this week, our online story reported. City officials have said that the tent is slated to open by the end of April or early May.

Carlos Lozada and ThoMas Mari, owners of the recently opened On The Go Services auto repair shop in Harrisburg, strive to offer fair and affordable services, our magazine story reported. With experience in the auto industry, the pair wanted to run their business with more integrity than they’d seen in the field.

City engineer for Harrisburg, Dan Snow, announced that he would resign this week, our online story reported. The city is currently searching for someone to fill the position.

Community Corner has this month’s special events, including gardening, galas and book sales. For even more April gatherings, check out our happenings section.

Harrisburg City Council voted in favor of moving federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) money into this year’s budget to begin spending, our online story reported. Funding will go towards affordable housing, blight demolition and other projects.

Illegal dumping has increasingly become an issue in Harrisburg, local officials explained at a press conference this week. The city and Dauphin County are teaming up to introduce new initiatives to address the problem.

“Mary Speaks” is a one-woman show that highlights Black history, culture and the mother/son relationship. According to our reviewer, the playwright, Angela Polite, “masterfully weaves story over story,” incorporating significant historical moments.

Penn State Health Medical Outreach Clinic in Harrisburg offers free-of-charge medical care to the Allison Hill community, our magazine story reported. The clinic touches the lives of more than 10,000 people a year.

Premier Arts and Science Charter School’s future may be at risk, as the Harrisburg School District will commence non-renewal proceedings against the school, our online story reported. A study by the district found many issues with academics and operations at the charter school.

Sara Bozich has the perfect spring events lineup for your weekend. See her list, here.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

March 28, 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: A few Easter brunch options to keep you out of the kitchen Worth noting: Central PA Music Hall of Fame awards tonight. It’s Easter weekend. Things on my agenda this weekend: lots of family – catch ya next week

For your weekend planning

Enter to win a free 30-min Reiki session
Just a few more days to WIN a 4-pack of tickets to KIDZ BOP at GIANT Center!
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

Our return to Strawberry Square was a success! Catch us in April for a Clock Box Happy Hour!
Plants + Pints tickets are now on sale! Just $20 benefiting Downtown Daily Bread!
Downtown Camp Hill Association’s Spring Fling is April 6!
You can now sponsor the Weekend Roundup! Ask me how!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Official CPMA’s Pregame Party at Midstate Distillery at Fresh Market Hershey
- 5th Annual CPMAs & Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Hershey Theatre
- The OFFICIAL CPMAs AFTER PARTY! The Englewood
- Leo DiSanto at The Sturges Speakeasy
- If Not For Me Album Release Show At Lovedrafts
- Wine Dinner Featuring Wines from Europe & Argentina at Home 231
- 2024 Fly Fishing Film Tour Sponsored by Nick’s 114 Cafe and TCO Fly Shop at West Shore Theatre
- Disney on Ice Into the Magic at GIANT Center
- Blacklisted Poets open mic Poetry at HMAC

Friday

- Hersheypark opens for the season!
- Down in Front! presents BIRDEMIC!
- Friday Night Live: Dave Gates at Wolf Brewing Co.
- Disney on Ice Into the Magic at GIANT Center
- EmergeHer 2024- Minority Women In Business Seminar & Expo
- Crazy Train- The Ozzy Experience at XL Live
- Brett Scallions – The Original Voice of Fuel LIVE at The Englewood
- Clap Your Hands Say Yeah at Tellus360
- Mad Splatter, Jersey Calling, and Horrorwood Ending at JB Lovedrafts Micro Pub
- Art of Anarchy w/ Tubefreeks at Lovedrafts Brewing Co.
- Blackberry Smoke at American Music Theatre
- Tuesdays with Morrie at Fulton Theatre
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2
- “The Office” Rave Party at HMAC

Saturday

- Hop Around Downtown Hershey – ADULT Easter Egg Hunt
- Adult Easter Egg Hunt at CrossWinds Winery
- Doggie Egg Hunts at The Vineyard at Hershey!
- Adult Egg Hunts at The Vineyard at Hershey
- The Bugman’s Goodbye Winter Extravaganza at West Shore Theatre
- Live music with Reservoir and Mr. Nice Guy at Little Amps
- The Rhythm Lounge Swing Dance Party at PaDanceSport
- Drag Arena All-Stars at Whitaker Center
- Whiskey Horse at the Blue Sky Tavern
- Organ Fairchild Live at The Abbey Bar wsg The Tribe
- Box of Rain: Essential Dead 1968-74 Live at the Englewood
- Handles & Sampson Present DJ Clue @ XL LIVE
- Blind Hope, The Azures, and Houses In The Sky at JB Lovedrafts
- The Emo Night Tour at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- Gimme Gimme Disco at Tellus360
- 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
- Disney on Ice Into the Magic at GIANT Center
- Celtic Woman at American Music Theatre
- Tuesdays with Morrie at Fulton Theatre
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion
- Underground@HMAC Hip Hop Showcase @Stage
- SWOOPNA SUMAN & The band – Nepali Show @Capitol Room

Sunday

- Brunch with the Easter Bunny! at Wolf Brewing Co.
- Easter Brunch at The Englewood
- Easter Brunch at The Mill in Hershey
- Easter Brunch at Home 231
- Easter Dinner at Luca
- Adult Egg Hunts at The Vineyard at Hershey
- Wine and Girl Scout Cookie Pairing at Cross Winds Winery
- Disney on Ice Into the Magic at GIANT Center
- Tuesdays with Morrie at Fulton Theatre
- Murder at Mount Hope Mansion
- Funday Sunday buy one get one free Pizza eat in only at HMAC

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For your weekend planning

A Look Ahead

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Sunday

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

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