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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

November 9, 2023 | 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: American Music Theatre’s 2023 Christmas Show opens Worth noting: I recommend the Wild Game & Mushroom Dinner at the Hershey Lodge. Things on my agenda this weekend: HU show Friday, Hersheypark Christmas Candylane on Saturday, and a Friendsgiving on Sunday!

For your weekend(ish) planning

HU Presents Lucero and Jason Boland & The Stragglers
9 Foodie Trips Not to Miss | AAA Central Penn
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

November sip @ soma featuring Deer Creek Malthouse (next week!)
Add Camp Hill’s Candy Cane Walk to your calendar (Nov. 19)
Add the SoMa Christmas Market to your calendar (Nov. 25)
Book the perfect holiday-themed getaway — no planning required!
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

November 3, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

The state Capitol Complex

Our November issue of the magazine hit the stands this week and, so far, our feathered cover model is the star of the show. If you haven’t already, grab a copy and read all of our great small business feature stories this month. But first, catch up on our local news coverage from the week, below.

Capital Region Water CEO Charlotte Katzenmoyer reflects on the past decade of the organization’s infrastructure improvements in Harrisburg. In her community comment, read about the capital projects that CRW has completed in the community.

ChatGPT took over our publisher’s column this month, and what it had to say about Harrisburg was interesting. Find out how AI would write a column about development in the city and about our publisher’s favorite topic, Forster Street, here.

Cordier Auctions announced that a Nov. 11 consignment and estates auction will feature numerous pieces tied to Harrisburg history, our online story reported. The sale will include vintage items, art, antiques and collectibles.

Crow dispersal will begin on Nov. 6 at the state Capitol Complex, our online story reported. The annual program uses methods of discharging exploding shells and whistling devices to deter crows from roosting on the buildings.

Harrisburg officials addressed a weekend shooting that left three children injured, our online story reported. Officials pledged to create an action plan for preventing violence and increase police presence in the area of the shooting, following the incident.

Harrisburg police arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting incident on Sunday that left three children injured, our reporting found.

The Holiday Parade will return to Harrisburg on Nov. 18, featuring music, dance and floats, our online story reported. This year’s parade theme is “Rockin’ Around the Burg.”

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, hosted locally by Christian Churches United of the Tri-County Area, will shine a light on the need, our online story reported. During the week, the community will have opportunities to volunteer with the organization and donate.

November brings plenty of fall events to the Harrisburg area. Find them all in our Happenings column, with some special selections in our Community Corner section.

Our publisher shares some recent Burg news and staff changes in his November Publisher’s Note. Click here to read it.

Piper Belles Wood Fired Flatbreads opened in the Broad Street Market this week, our online story reported. The vendor offers a variety of pizzas topped with BBQ meats.

Sara Bozich has compiled a list of all the best events happening in the Harrisburg area this weekend. Find her picks, here.

The SoMa Christmas Market will debut on Nov. 25 on S. 3^rd Street, featuring a variety of artists, crafts people, food trucks, beverage vendors and entertainment, our online story reported.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

November 2, 2023 | 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: Mrs. Kasha Davis: There’s Always Time for a Cocktail at Open Stage on Saturday; Bare Bones Theatre Ensemble & Supper at Rubicon on Sunday Worth noting: Autos & Ales Craft Beer Festival on Friday; lots of way to start that holiday shopping on Saturday Things on my agenda this weekend: Seeing some friends, otherwise a quiet weekend – I’ll take it

For your weekend(ish) planning

9 Foodie Trips Not to Miss | AAA Central Penn
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

November sip @ soma featuring Deer Creek Malthouse
Find the perfect holiday-themed getaway — no planning required!
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) Glow Party at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Drink or Treat Halloween Bash at The Englewood
- Wish List Weekend at K Novinger Jewelry
- Misery at Fulton Theatre
- Poetry w/ Blacklisted Poets of Hbg at HMAC

Friday

- The Legwarmers @ XL LIVE
- Michael Palascak – Stand-Up Comedy at The Englewood
- Monika Krol Trunk Show at Meeka Fine Jewelry
- November Beach Birthday Bash with Duck Donuts & Joe Cooney Duo at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Owls of Pennsylvania at Kings Gap Environmental Education Center
- Barre + Beauty: Girl’s Night Out at H2L Studio
- Wish List Weekend at K Novinger Jewelry
- Autos & Ales Craft Beer Festival
- Introduction to Touch Drawing: Method for Spontaneous Expression with Lori Sweet at Reiki by Rickie
- Rose Funeral | Lovedrafts Brewing
- Theatre Harrisburg Presents Fiddler on the Roof at Whitaker Center
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2
- Zepparella at HMAC

Saturday

- HBG Flea – November 2023 at Strawberry Square
- Trick or Trot 5k in Camp Hill
- Monika Krol Trunk Show at Meeka Fine Jewelry
- Wish List Weekend at K Novinger Jewelry
- 2nd Anniversary Celebration and Sampling Event at Simply Tasteful
- Gray Apple Market Holiday Open House
- Gin O’Clock Cocktail Class at Home 231
- Holiday Open House at Calicutts Spice Co.
- Eric Gales @ XL Live
- Clearing your Perpetuated Stories through your Akashic Records with Bill Sanda at Reiki by Rickie
- Night Lights Event: Hollywood Casino PNRC
- HERSHEY BEARS VS. BRIDGEPORT ISLANDERS
- Mrs. Kasha Davis: There’s Always Time for a Cocktail at Open Stage
- Jim Jefferies: Give ’em What They Want Tour at Hershey Theatre
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Narcisse Theatre’s Glengarry Glen Ross
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
- Brewery Tours: York City Walking Tour
- Brewery Tours: Cruise York County
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walking Tour
- Dirty Honey w/ Austin Meade at HMAC
- Elsewhere at HMAC

Sunday

- Bare Bones Theatre Ensemble & Supper at Rubicon
- Barre and Brunch at Harvest Seasonal Grill
- West Shore Symphony Orchestra Presents: Suite & Sour
- VitaDripIV ~Vitamin Infused IVs with Janelle and Krista at Reiki by Rickie
- Ghoulastic Book Fair Part 2: The Revenge! at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Narcisse Theatre’s Glengarry Glen Ross
- Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

October 27, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Blake Lynch announced his run for Congress.

Enjoy the last little bit of warm weather this weekend before the colder days are upon us again. And get excited because our November issue of the magazine will be distributed early next week. For now, catch up on this week’s news coverage, below.

Blake Lynch, a central PA native, announced his run for the Democratic nomination for the 10^th congressional district, our online story reported. Lynch formerly served as the director of community relations for the Harrisburg Police Bureau and, most recently, served as senior vice president and chief impact officer at WITF Public Media.

Central Wedge Cheese Shop opened recently in Carlisle, offering a unique array of cheeses, our magazine story reported. The shop also includes a café which carries salads, sandwiches and grazing boards, among other items.

Governor’s Square, a problematic Harrisburg housing development, is on the sales market, our online story reported. The owner, Uptown Partners, filed for bankruptcy in May and is in search of a buyer for the 222 apartment units.

Green Ridge Farm Market & Café recently opened in Camp Hill with homegrown and homemade food, our magazine story reported. The business formerly operated in Harrisburg’s Broad Street Market, but decided to move and open their own storefront.

Messiah University’s “Thriving Together” initiative came to a close recently after a two-year journey of racial justice education and learning. In our magazine story, hear from members of the 12 local churches who participated and how the program impacted them.

The Rummagers opened in Midtown Harrisburg in September, selling their unique vintage items, our magazine story reported. The shop offers retro toys, vinyl records, vintage clothing and home décor, among other collectibles.

Sara Bozich has a great lineup of events for you to check out this weekend. Find them all, here.

The Susquehanna Valley Official Liverpool Supporters’ Club meets on Sunday mornings at local sports bars to watch Liverpool F.C., an English Premier League football (soccer) club. In our magazine story, read about the dedicated local fans.

Theatre Harrisburg has entered its 98th season, opening with a production of “Fiddler on the Roof.” In our online story, read a preview of the show and how the play emphasizes the theater’s mission of highlighting community.

Westy’s Beer Distributor in Hampden Township celebrates its 75^th anniversary this month, our magazine story reported. The family-run business has been serving their community since 1948.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

October 26, 2023 | 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: Don’t miss Paul “25 Tequilas” Cauthen at XL Live on Saturday. An HU Presents show for the books! Worth noting: You can literally trick or treat all day on Saturday, if so inclined. Things on my agenda this weekend: Trick or Treat tonight, with friends Friday, and Guest Alumnus Speaker at the West Shore Foundation Gala until they realize they picked my name from the wrong “alumni to watch” list. On Sunday, a bday visit to Hersheypark for the newly 6-year-old.

For your weekend(ish) planning

HU Presents Paul Cauthen on Oct. 28
4 Spooktacular Fall Cocktails | Fine Wine & Good Spirits
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

WIN tickets to Harrisburg University Presents Lucero on Nov. 10 | GIVEAWAY
Find the perfect holiday-themed getaway — no planning required!
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- The Conference for Women
- One year anniversary celebration at Fresh Market
- Music on the Patio with Jessica Perla at Midtown Cinema
- Fall Menu Tasting at Home 231
- Court Street Cabaret: Halloween Edition at Open Stage
- Interactive showing of the Rocky Horror Picture Show at Stallions
- Pretty in Pink Ladies Night at Grandview Vineyard
- 90s Halloweek at the West Shore Theatre Sponsored by NCFCU
- Hershey Symphony Presents: Queens of Rock and Soul at Hershey Theatre
- Misery at Fulton Theatre
- Poetry w/ Blacklisted Poets of Hbg at HMAC
- Big Gigantic at HMAC

Friday

Wild Game 5-Course Beer Dinner at Wolf Brewing
2nd Annual Trunk-or-Treat at Silver Spring Community Fire Co.
Hersheypark Halloween
Hershey Library Storytime with Miss Rita at Fresh Market Hershey
Faulkner Automotive BOB 94.9 BOO BASH at XL Live
Halloween with HYP at The Agency at Nocturnal
TMI Improv at Gamut Theatre
Ghoulish Glitter & Halloween Weekend at SpringGate Arcona
Halloween Tribute Show at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Sponsored by Semoff’s Barber Shop at West Shore Theatre
Della Mae at The Englewood
THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
Misery at Fulton Theatre
Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2
Nightmare on 3rd Street at HMAC

Saturday

HU Presents Paul Cauthen with special guest Tanner Usrey at XL Live
Trick or Treat at the West Shore Farmers Market
Mad Scientists Trick or Treat at Whitaker Center
Discovering the Past: The Sciences of Archaeology at The State Museum of Pennsylvania
H alloween at The Broad Street Market!
Fall Brunch Pop-up with Yum Yum at the Market & Koki Latin Cuisine
Trick or Treat on the Farm at Paulus Farm Market
Kids Discover! Spooky Species at Wildwood Park
FREE Trick-or-Treat Downtown New Cumberland
1st ANNUAL PAXTANG GRILL ARTS FEST-A-GRILL!
CAIU Fall Fest 2023
Capital Blue Cross POPS Concert Series SOUNDS OF NEW ORLEANS: An Evening with Byron Stripling
Hersheypark Halloween
Pumpkin Palooza at Hershey Gardens
75th Annual Hershey Halloween Parade
Yoga at Fresh Market at Hershey Towne Square
Trick or Treat at Fresh Market Hershey
BOO-ze Halloween Bash at the Beach! at Harrisburg Beach Club
Halloween FUN at The Shoppes of Susquehanna
Ghoulish Glitter & Halloween Weekend at SpringGate Arcona
Unreal Trick-or-Treat & Costume Party at Leg Up Farmers Market
Halloween Bar Crawl – Harrisburg – 6th Annual
Vampire Masquerade Ball and Hocus Pocus Party at Nocturnal
The Rocky Horror Picture Show | at Midtown Cinema
Halloween Dance Party and Costume Contest at Stallions
Halloween Bash at McGrath’s Pub
Emo Night Brooklyn at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
Hershey Bears v Lehigh Phantoms
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Sponsored by Semoff’s Barber Shop at West Shore Theatre
Encanto Singalong at Hershey Theatre
Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
The Halloween Show at Gamut Theatre Group
BETWEEN HEAVAN & EARTHA: A Not So Tall Tale About Climate Change
Misery at Fulton Theatre
Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
Emo Night (Halloweemo) at HMAC
Spilly Cave at HMAC

Sunday

CIRS Fest 2023 at Wyndridge Farm
6th Annual Taste of Jazz featuring Tim Warfield at Susquehanna Art Museum
Hersheypark Halloween
Pumpkin Palooza at Hershey Gardens
JunkFoodMeet 2023 at City Island
Carlisle Cheese Mixer Hosted by Central Wedge Cheese Shop
Ghoulish Glitter & Halloween Weekend at SpringGate Arcona
Beetlejuice 35th Anniversary Screening at the West Shore Theatre
Capital Blue Cross POPS Concert Series SOUNDS OF NEW ORLEANS: An Evening with Byron Stripling
Hershey Bears v. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
BETWEEN HEAVAN & EARTHA: A Not So Tall Tale About Climate Change
THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
Misery at Fulton Theatre
Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

October 20, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg announced that trick-or-treat night would take place on Halloween. (file photo)

It’s 3^rd in the Burg so, if you’re reading this on Friday, make sure you check out all that the city has to offer tonight. And if you run into our new coordinator for the event, Skye Leppo, make sure you say “Hi!” Before heading out, catch up on this week’s news coverage, below.

The Cathedral Education Center project was completed after two years of construction, including renovating its Catholic Elementary School on Liberty Street and the Shanahan Center on North Street. Click here to see pictures of the newly remodeled space.

The Harrisburg School District’s William Penn task force met this week to discuss the future of the long-vacant building, our online story reported. District officials hope that after several meetings, a consensus will be reached on whether to demolish, keep or sell the property.

The I-83 reconstruction project through Harrisburg will begin next week, PennDOT announced. To find out more about the beginning stages of the project, which will take around five years, read our online story.

PennDOT announced that it would hold public meetings to discuss its I-83 South Bridge Project, our online story reported. The meetings will give the community a chance to view and comment on the Environmental Assessment prepared for the project.

Rep. Patty Kim (D-103) announced that she would run for the newly reconfigured 15^th state Senate district, our reporting found. Since 2017, the district has been represented by a Republican, however, due to redistricting, that seat will lean more heavily Democratic in the 2024 election.

Rosemary has a unique Italian recipe for you to try this month. Click here to learn how to make mostarda, a fruit relish.

The Rummagers opened recently in Midtown Harrisburg, selling unique, vintage items, our magazine story reported. At the shop, customers can find collectible toys, vinyl records, clothing and more.

Sara Bozich has a full list of fall activities for your weekend, here.

Tina Nixon, a Harrisburg-area native, announced that she would seek the Democratic nomination for the 103^rd legislative district, our online story reported. Nixon is hoping to win the seat currently occupied by Rep. Patty Kim, who announced she would run next year for the state Senate.

Trick-or-treat night in Harrisburg will take place on Halloween, Oct. 31, after many years of the city holding the event the Thursday before the holiday, our online story reported. The city will also host its Bash at the Brownstone Halloween event at Reservoir Park on Oct. 25.

Wix, Wenger and Weidner, a Harrisburg-based law firm, celebrates its 50^th anniversary this year, our magazine story reported. Many staff and clients have remained loyal to the firm for years.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

October 19, 2023 | 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 Masque of the Red Death | a rock concert experience at Open Stage; Little Amps Coffee BBQ Beer Dinner at Little Amps Uptown Worth noting: The *last* SoMa Block Party of the year (tonight); 3rd in the Burg (Friday); Harrisburg Book Festival is underway Things on my agenda this weekend: Gus Dapperton tonight, 3rd in the Burg in SoMa on Friday, youth baseball and a haunted happy hour Saturday, and on Sunday we wear black and gold and hope for the best.

For your weekend(ish) planning

Harrisburg Book Festival is here!
The last SoMa Block Party of 2023 is TONIGHT
Add ‘3rd in the Burg’ to your weekend ‘to do’ list now — we’ve got a good one in SoMa
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

Win tickets to see HU Presents Paul Cauthen on Oct. 28
Find the perfect holiday-themed getaway — no planning required!
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- SoMa Block Party | October 2023 – last one of 2023!
- HU Presents Gus Dapperton at XL Live
- Music on the Patio | with Trace Morgan at Midtown Cinema
- The Exactlys at The Sturges Speakeasy
- Anniversary Sip & Shop at Carriage House Boutique
- Harrisburg Fall/Winter WeeUsables Consignment Event at the Pa. Farm Show Complex
- 2023 Harrisburg Book Festival
- An Evening with Chloe Gong and Alix E. Harrow: Fantasy and Intrigue at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Dillsburg Farmers Fair
- Friends of Northern Dauphin Library Fall Book Sale
- THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
- The Masque of the Red Death | a rock concert experience at Open Stage
- Misery at Fulton Theatre
- Pennsylvania National Horse Show at the Farm Show Complex
- Poetry w/ Blacklisted Poets of Hbg at HMAC

Friday

- 3rd in the Burg
- sip @ soma fting Mad Chef Craft Brewing | 3rd in the Burg October
- Hocus Pocus | 3rd in the Burg Movies Night at Midtown Cinema
- Art of the State Artists Conversation Tour for 3rd in the Burg at The State Museum of Pennsylvania
- 3rd in the Burg at Susquehanna Art Museum
- Little Amps Coffee BBQ Beer Dinner at Little Amps Uptown
- Organ Spooktacular: Masquerade Ball at Market Square Church
- Hocus Pocus Movie Night at the Bandshell in Reservoir Park
- Aortic Valve #3rdFridaze Nocturnal Harrisburg October Edition
- 2023 Harrisburg Book Festival
- Outdoor Tent Sale at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- An Evening with Liza Mundy: The Sisterhood at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- An Evening with Teju Cole and Samuel Kọ́láwọlé: Tremor at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Friends of Northern Dauphin Library Fall Book Sale
- Harrisburg Fall/Winter WeeUsables Consignment Event at the Pa. Farm Show Complex
- Hersheypark Halloween
- Dillsburg Farmers Fair
- Apple Festival at SpringGate
- Box of Rain: Grateful Dead Tribute at The Englewood
- Pennsylvania National Horse Show at the Farm Show Complex
- Here Come The Mummies at XL Live
- Green Jelly Presents Green Jelloween!!! Night 1 at Underground Live (GULLIFTYS REUNION SHOW)
- 90s Halloweek at the West Shore Theatre Sponsored by NCFCU
- THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
- The Masque of the Red Death | a rock concert experience at Open Stage
- Misery at Fulton Theatre
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2
- Cradle Of Filth & Devildriver at HMAC

Saturday

- Lemoyne Pumpkinfest – Vendor Fair, Food Trucks, FREE Fall Fun, crafts and games!
- Pumpkin Palooza at Hershey Gardens
- Fall Harvest Festival at Central Penn College
- 2023 Space Day at Whitaker Center
- Streets of Treats in Mechanicsburg
- 13th Annual Spooky Saturday in Downtown Carlisle
- 2023 End of the Road Half Marathon & 4 Miler
- Night at the Nature Center at Olewine Nature Center/Wildwood Park
- Antique & Vintage Outdoor Market / Store Octoberfest Sale! at The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg
- Oktoberfest at Ashcombe with Big Bottom Brewery
- Apple Festival at SpringGate
- The Swisher Sweets at The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey
- Harrisburg Fall/Winter WeeUsables Consignment Event at the Pa. Farm Show Complex
- 2023 Harrisburg Book Festival
- Outdoor Tent Sale at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Children’s Day at the Harrisburg Book Festival!
- Book Signing with Brigid Kemmerer: Defend the Dawn at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Book Signing with Hannah Nicole Maehrer: Assistant to the Villain at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- An Evening with Emily Wilson and Stephanie McCarter: The Iliad at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- An Evening with Viet Thanh Nguyen and Phuc Tran: A Man of Two Faces at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Friends of Northern Dauphin Library Fall Book Sale
- Bosler Library Comic Con
- Dillsburg Farmers Fair
- Fall Furnace Fest 2023
- Apple Festival at Little Buffalo State Park
- Trunk or Treat at Trinity Lutheran Church Camp Hill
- Dauphin-Middle Paxton Historical Society Heritage Day
- Hersheypark Halloween
- 22nd Annual Pittie Party with Humane Society of Harrisburg Area
- Halloweekend! at The Winery at Hunters Valley
- Live Harpist | Candle Making | BYOB Event at The Gleeful Candle
- Miss Gay Pennsylvania America 2023 Preliminaries at Nocturnal
- Heroes and Villains Costume Party at Nocturnal
- New Cumberland Farmers Market on 4th
- Tell Me Lies – The Fleetwood Mac Experience @ XL LIVE
- 90s Halloweek at the West Shore Theatre Sponsored by NCFCU
- I Don’t Speak Spanish at Gamut Theatre Group
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
- The Masque of the Red Death | a rock concert experience at Open Stage
- Misery at Fulton Theatre
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
- Armor For Sleep at HMAC
- 2000s Night Party at HMAC

Sunday

- Pumpkin Palooza at Hershey Gardens
- The Harrisburg Record Riot! at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- Fall Furnace Fest 2023
- Apple Festival at Little Buffalo State Park
- Halloweekend! at The Winery at Hunters Valley
- Apple Festival at SpringGate
- Fort Hunter Conservancy Fall Foliage Hike
- Best of Halloween Radio Theater at Centre Street Grille
- Alejandro Escovedo at The Englewood
- 2023 End of the Road Half Marathon & 4 Miler
- 2023 Harrisburg Book Festival
- Outdoor Tent Sale at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- An Afternoon with Samantha Irby, Jenny Lawson, and Kate Baer at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- An Evening with Ilya Kaminsky and Katie Farris at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Hersheypark Halloween
- Pennsylvania National Horse Show at the Farm Show Complex
- 90s Halloweek at the West Shore Theatre Sponsored by NCFCU
- Sinatra: ‘That’s Life’ Concert Starring Tony Sands at West Shore Theatre
- THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
- The Masque of the Red Death | a rock concert experience at Open Stage
- Misery at Fulton Theatre
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- I Don’t Speak Spanish at Gamut Theatre Group
- Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

October 13, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams swore in new firefighters at a ceremony.

It’s fall in Harrisburg! As the leaves change and the weather cools, make sure you grab one of our Burg gear sweatshirts to cozy up in. Before you head over to our website to check them out, catch up on this week’s news, below.

The After Hours has been making a name for itself regionally over the past several years, our magazine story reported. The group’s first full-length album, “Late Night Social,” came out on Friday, Oct. 13 and will be celebrated with an album release party at H*MAC.

An apartment project proposed for the former Federal Building in downtown Harrisburg was approved by City Council this week, our online story reported. The project will convert the 11-story office structure into a 162-unit apartment building.

Bob’s Art Blog highlighted central PA galleries that are packed with spooky scenes this month. Click here to read his review of shows at HIVE artspace and Metropolis Collective.

The Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) at Harrisburg University received $250,000 from M&T Bank to support its programming for startup businesses, our online story reported. The bank has committed to supporting the business incubator program for five years.

Communities in Schools exists to fill a gap and complete a framework of care for school students, our magazine story reported. The organization works with area schools to host art and history projects, teacher appreciation activities, open gym events, movies, anti-bullying Unity Day and many more events.

“The Exorcist” is currently showing at Open Stage, bringing the horror to Harrisburg. Click here to read a review of the show from our theater columnist.

Fall is in full swing and so are seasonal events in the Harrisburg area, our magazine story reported. It’s the perfect time to visit an orchard, navigate a corn maze and attend a fall festival.

Gamut Theatre’s show, “I Don’t Speak Spanish,” offers audiences a glimpse into local playwright David Ramón Zayas’ culture and ancestry. Our theater columnist shares her thoughts on the inspirational play, here.

Harrisburg swore in four new firefighters and honored many others for their lifesaving efforts at the fire bureau’s annual awards ceremony, our online story reported.

Home sales in the Harrisburg area fell this month, while prices rose slightly, our online story reported. For the three-county region, 542 homes sold, compared to 685 in the year-ago period, as the median sales prices rose to $260,575 from $254,900.

Joan Baez is the subject of a new documentary showing at Midtown Cinema this month. In our magazine story, read about the darkness that the film may reveal about the musician.

Sara Bozich has a full list of fall activities for your weekend in Harrisburg. Find her recommendations, here.

Tree planting will take place in Harrisburg from Oct. 27 through 29 and the city is looking for volunteers, our online story reported. Volunteers will help plant 74 street trees in South Allison Hill and Uptown.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

October 12, 2023 | 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: Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour | at Midtown Cinema Worth noting: The “toberfests” are prevalent this weekend: Choctoberfest, Beachtoberfest, Yorktoberfest, Senstoberfest Things on my agenda this weekend: might take Bo to see a Tom Petty tribute band on Friday …, Tres Bonne Annee Gala on Saturday

For your weekend(ish) planning

Grab tickets to see Gus Dapperton on Oct. 19
Find the perfect holiday-themed getaway — no planning required!
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
How to help the Broad Street Market and its displaced vendors
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

WIN tickets to see HU Presents Paul Cauthen on Oct. 28
Harrisburg Book Festival is next week!
The last SoMa Block Party of 2023 is Oct. 19!
Add ‘3rd in the Burg’ to your calendar now — we’ve got a good one in SoMa
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Live @ the ‘Shire w/ Matt Jameson at Boneshire Brew Works
- THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
- ART21: BODIES OF KNOWLEDGE – FREE Screening at the Millworks
- Mean Girls at Hershey Theatre
- Celtic Thunder: ODYSSEY at American Music Theatre
- Pennsylvania National Horse Show at the Farm Show Complex
- Poetry w/ Blacklisted Poets of Hbg at HMAC

Friday

- Down in Front! 10th Anniversary Friday the 13th Riffaganza! at Midtown Scholar
- Treats and Truffles at Cocoa Creek Chocolates POPUP at Cornerstone Coffeehouse
- Rachel Atherley Trunk Show at Meeka Fine Jewelry
- Hersheypark Halloween
- Badfish – A Tribute to Sublime @ XL Live | Harrisburg, PA w/ Quasi Kings + Will Evans
- Get Petty at the West Shore Theatre
- Friday the 13th is… at Art Association of Harrisburg
- Lancaster Brewing Co. Oktoberfest
- Cider Celebration at SpringGate
- Pennsylvania National Horse Show at the Farm Show Complex
- Mean Girls at Hershey Theatre
- THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
- Enter The Haggis at The Englewood
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2
- The After Hours – Album Release Show @ HMAC

Saturday

- Romeo Delight ” A Celebration of The Mighty Van Halen” with Leadfoot & Gun Metal Gray at XL Live
- HOCO Party to support THON at Little Black Dress
- Rachel Atherley Trunk Show at Meeka Fine Jewelry
- Tres Bonne Annee Gala and Grand Auction
- Hersheypark Halloween
- Choctoberfest 2023 in downtown Hershey
- New Cumberland Farmers Market on 4th
- Saturday Beach Bash: DJ Dance Party! at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Beachtoberfest at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Shea Quinn and the Finzz with Electric Love at the West Shore Theatre
- Lancaster Brewing Co. Oktoberfest
- Oktoberfest Celebration at Hemauer Brewing Company
- Senstoberfest
- Yorktoberfest
- 1st Annual Paxtang Grill Arts Fest-A-Grill
- Molly Pitcher Birthday Bash!
- Moon Dancer Fall Makers Market
- Cider Celebration at SpringGate
- National Apple Harvest Festival
- Pennsylvania National Horse Show at the Farm Show Complex
- Mean Girls at Hershey Theatre
- Fall Doo Wop Cavalcade at American Music theatre
- I Don’t Speak Spanish at Gamut Theatre Group
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
- DJ Lobo at Level 2
- Beats & Treats (Dubstep) at HMAC

Sunday

- Central PA Friends of Jazz presents The Benny Benack III Quartet: Third Time’s the Charm at Rose Lehrman Center
- AN EVENING WITH PUMPKINMAN – The Films of David “The Rock” Nelson (In Person Halloween Screening) at Midtown Scholar
- Steve Hackett – Genesis Revisited: Foxtrot at 50 & Hackett Highlights at Whitaker Center
- Lancaster Brewing Co. Oktoberfest
- Cider Celebration at SpringGate
- National Apple Harvest Festival
- Sempre Dolce Fall 2023 Show at West Shore Theatre
- Autumn Brunch Buffet and Mimosas at SpringGate
- Hersheypark Halloween
- Pennsylvania National Horse Show at the Farm Show Complex
- THE EXORCIST | live on stage at Open Stage
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Mean Girls at Hershey Theatre
- I Don’t Speak Spanish at Gamut Theatre Group

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

October 6, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Officials cut the ribbon on the Pennsylvania Civil War Battle Flag Education Center.

This week’s stories brought news of unique art exhibits, ribbon cuttings and development projects. If you missed any of our coverage, don’t worry, it’s all listed below.

The Broad Street Market rebuild may be a years-long work in progress, but local officials are busy proposing ideas and planning its reconstruction, our magazine story reported. In the meantime, the city will provide a temporary location for displaced vendors.

A community comment from local group Strong HBG discusses the need for safety improvements to State Street in Harrisburg. Click here, to read about the changes they’re proposing.

Concerts in Harrisburg this month will not disappoint. Our music columnist has a great October lineup, here.

“The Exorcist” is coming to Open Stage, bringing the horror to Harrisburg, our magazine story reported. This new adaptation, penned by John Pielmeier, will run during the 50^th anniversary of the original movie’s release.

Family Fishing Day will return to Harrisburg’s Italian Lake on Oct. 7, our online story reported. The city’s event will offer residents the chance to learn the basics of fishing.

The Farmland Preservation Artists of Central Pennsylvania have artwork on display in the state Capitol this month, our online story reported. The group hopes to raise awareness of the importance of protecting the state’s farmland.

Gamut Theatre, starting this weekend, will host the world premiere of “I Don’t Speak Spanish,” a new work by local playwright David Ramón Zayas. In our magazine story, read more about the show, which is Zayas’ most personal play yet.

Harrisburg City Council weighed a proposal for a downtown apartment project on Tuesday, our online story reported. New Jersey-based developer, Yasser Hellel, has proposed turning the former Federal Building into 162 apartment units.

Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC announced its 2023 Catalyst Award winners. Click here, to find out which local leaders, businesses and community members were honored.

October events are aplenty this month, with lots of ways to enjoy fall. Find special autumn events in our Community Corner section, and all the theater, music and educational goings on in Happenings.

The Pennsylvania Civil War Battle Flag Education Center opened in Harrisburg this week, our online story reported. The center houses the commonwealth’s over 400 flags and features an interactive exhibit.

Our publisher, in his column, shares his thoughts on Harrisburg as a 15-minute city. He appreciates that, in the city, most daily necessities are within a short walk or bike ride.

Revolutionary Hot Sauce Eatery recently opened in Mechanicsburg, our magazine story reported. The shop sells owner Tim Myers’ hot sauce, as well as a menu of lunch and dinner offerings.

Sara Bozich has a great roundup of ways to spend your weekend in Harrisburg. Find them all, here.

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