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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

November 30, 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: You’re going to regret it if you miss Stephen Sanchez in Harrisburg tonight Worth noting: Everything to get you in the holiday spirit 🎄 — light shows, shopping, theatre, and more! Things on my agenda this weekend: Some holiday fun, HBG Flea, football

For your weekend(ish) planning

Harrisburg University Presents Stephen Sanchez on Nov. 30
While you’re at it, enter to WIN tickets to see The Maine next week!
Yuletide by the Riverside: Elegant Progressions with Historic Harrisburg
Sara’s 5 Favorite Local Places to Buy Clothing
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

Next Thursday: Camp Hill’s Holiday Evening Stroll
HHA’s 50th annual Candlelight House Tour is Dec. 10
HU Presents The Maine on Dec. 7
Save the date: December sip @ soma with Under the Bridge Cider Dec. 14-15!
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 24, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams announced the city’s score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index, at a press conference.

We hope you had a great Thanksgiving and are enjoying the long holiday weekend. While you recover from yesterday’s feast and festivities, catch up on the news from this week in Harrisburg, below.

Buying local is great, but buying locally made is even better. In our magazine story, read about several Harrisburg area businesses dedicated to crafting unique pieces and how to support them this holiday shopping season.

Capital Region Water approved new water, sewer and stormwater rates for 2024, our online story reported. The average Harrisburg customer’s bill is set to increase by about 5.2%.

Dauphin County proposed a 2024 general budget of about $222 million, which includes no property tax increase, our online story reported. This would mark the 19^th year for the county without a tax hike.

Gamut Theatre is offering visitors a night of Gilbert & Sullivan with its production of “H.M.S. Pinafore.” The production runs through Dec. 3 and is a “jolly good show,” according to our theater reviewer.

Harrisburg received one of the highest scores in the state for its LGBTQ inclusivity, our online story reported. The city shared that it garnered a total of 109 points on the Human Rights Campaign’s annual Municipal Equality Index (MEI).

Pumpkin pasta is on the menu for our food columnist Rosemary this month. Click here for the recipe, which is perfect for fall.

Sara Bozich has a long list of activities for your holiday weekend, starting off with ways to spend Thanksgiving-eve and suggestions to carry you through to Sunday. Find them, here.

“Under the Skin” takes viewers on a “spine-chilling, disturbing and erotic journey,” says our movie reviewer. The show is playing at Midtown Cinema as part of its “Out-of-this-World November” alien movie series.

Whitaker Center is hosting one of the largest exhibits in its 24-year history, “Space: An Out-of-Gravity Experience,” through the end of the year. In our magazine story, read more about the videos, artifacts and interactive experiences included in the exhibit.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

November 22, 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: Check out the inaugural SoMa Christmas Market on Saturday Worth noting: Christmas Spirit Light Show opens Things on my agenda this weekend: Pittsburgh for the holiday; friends for dinner by the weekend

For your weekend(ish) planning

The Perfect Wines for Thanksgiving
#shoplocal at the SoMa Christmas Market this Saturday
Harrisburg University Presents Stephen Sanchez on Nov. 30 | GIVEAWAY
Sara’s 5 Favorite Local Places to Buy Clothing
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

Yuletide by the Riverside: Elegant Progressions with Historic Harrisburg
Book the perfect holiday-themed getaway — no planning required!
Save the date: December sip @ soma with Under the Bridge Cider Dec. 14-15!
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Wednesday | Thanksgiving Eve

The Four Horsemen @ XL Live
Mexican Lazaris Release at Boneshire Brew Works
Thanksgiving Eve Party at Bourbon Street Saloon
Thanksgiving Eve Party with DJ Negmawon at Arooga’s Downtown
Thanksgiving Eve: Extended Hours, Raw Bar & Live Music at Wolf Brewing
Friendsgiving with The Wild Hymns, Public Disco Porch, and Autumn Sky Hall at The Englewood
The Machine performs Pink Floyd at Whitaker Center
Thanksgiving Eve Party with DJ Taz at Harrisburg Comedy Zone
Thanksgiving Eve @ Greystone Brew House with The LeBlancs
TRIVIA @ The Beerded Goat
Hershey Bears v Wilkes-Barre-Scranton Penguins
Chicago the Musical (Touring) at Hershey Theatre
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at The Fulton Theatre
Flux Capacitor with special guests The Roof at HMAC- Stage on Herr

Thursday | Thanksgiving

- Thanksgiving Dinner at Greystone Public House
- Thanksgiving Dinner at Greystone Brew House
- Arooga’s Downtown Opening at 4pm Thanksgiving
- Thanksgiving at the Brownstone
- FRIENDSGIVING at Stallions
- Hersheypark Christmas Candy Lane

Black Friday

- Black Friday + Small Business Saturday SALE at The Rummagers
- Black Friday happy hour and live music with Jeremiah Williams at Fresh Market Hershey
- Kid Capri @ XL Live Presented by Handles & Sampson Entertainment
- NO COVER BLACK FRIDAY UNDERGROUND DANCE PARTY at Stallions
- Friday Night Live: Pat Cusick at Wolf Brewing
- Shop Home 231 for Black Friday
- Black Friday/Small Business Saturday at K Novinger Jewelry
- Polar Express 3D & Pajama Parties at Whitaker Center
- Elf 20th Anniversary at Whitaker Center
- Black Friday Holiday Reserve Release at Boneshire Brew Works
- Seafood Feast at SpringGate
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- Hersheypark Christmas Candy Lane
- The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
- Chicago the Musical (Touring) at Hershey Theatre
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at The Fulton Theatre
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2
- Jon Spencer | Harrisburg, PA at HMAC

Small Business Saturday

- SoMa Christmas Market
- The Odd Ones Holiday Bizarre! at The Millworks
- Small Business Saturday! at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Support local on Small Business Saturday at Fresh Market Hershey!
- Black Friday + Small Business Saturday SALE at The Rummagers
- Holiday Dessert Sampling Event at Simply Flavorful
- Shop Home 231 for Small Business Saturday
- SIP and SHOP at Crosswinds Winery
- Black Friday/Small Business Saturday at K Novinger Jewelry
- The River 97.3 Presents The Badlees wsg Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen + Kylie Cole at XL Live
- Taylor Swift Eras Party at Nocturnal
- Phil Cannizarro @ Horn Pub
- Rivers and Knorrwood at The Englewood in Hershey
- Seafood Feast at SpringGate
- Turkey Hang Over Cure at Metropolis Collective
- Hershey Bears vs. Iowa Wild
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- Hersheypark Christmas Candy Lane
- The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
- Crafty Christmas Creations at Hershey Gardens
- Who’s Holiday! at Open Stage
- Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
- Chicago the Musical (Touring) at Hershey Theatre
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at The Fulton Theatre
- Gilbert & Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore at Gamut Theatre Group
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
- Brewery Tours: York City Walking Tour
- Brewery Tours: Cruise York County
- Brewery Tours: Lancaster City Walking Tour
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Nail Bite / Traverse the Abyss wsg Heartsick | Magg Dylan | Dinosaurs in Paris at HMAC

Sunday

- Bartenders Ball for the Greater Harrisburg Area at Nocturnal
- Seafood Feast at SpringGate
- Live Music with Brunch: Shine Delphi at Wolf Brewing
- Absolute Pilates Holiday Open House
- Cultural Series: “Forever Shunned” by Jonathan Fisher at New Cumberland Public Library
- The Rhythm Lounge Live Music Swing Dance Party at PADanceSport
- SIP and SHOP at Crosswinds Winery
- Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
- Christmas Spirit Light Show
- Hersheypark Christmas Candy Lane
- The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
- Crafty Christmas Creations at Hershey Gardens
- Hershey Bears vs. Iowa Wild
- Who’s Holiday! at Open Stage
- Chicago the Musical (Touring) at Hershey Theatre
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at The Fulton Theatre
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

November 17, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Little Amps Coffee Roasters and Elementary Coffee Co. this week released their “Phoenix” coffee blend, a collaboration to benefit the Broad Street Market.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and we’d like to say a big thanks to all of our readers and supporters. We are grateful for you! We hope you enjoy this week’s news and feature stories from the Harrisburg area, all linked below.

Bob’s Art Blog discusses the latest “lowbrow” exhibit at the Art Association of Harrisburg and introduces York-based artist Steph Holmes. Click here to read more.

Dauphin County, for the first time in a century, will have a Democratic-controlled board of commissioners next year, our reporting found. Voting totals released by the county Bureau of Elections affirmed a narrow victory for Justin Douglas, who will unseat Republican Chad Saylor.

The Delaware Water Gap is the perfect place to visit in the fall, with everything from dining to entertainment to shopping and beautiful scenery. Read our magazine story for recommendations on what to see and do.

Diverse businesses are setting up shop in downtown Harrisburg, bringing new restaurants, boutiques and spas to the city. In our magazine story, read about the growing trend and hear from some of the business owners.

Gilbert and Sullivan’s “H.M.S. Pinafore” is opening at Gamut Theatre this weekend. Find out about the show and what it takes to pull off a musical at Gamut, here.

Harrisburg-based roasters Little Amps Coffee Roasters and Elementary Coffee Co. are participating in a coffee collab with the goal of uniting to help the Broad Street Market, our online story reported. They just released their “Phoenix” coffee blend, which is available in their retail locations.

The Harrisburg School District is weighing several options for reconfiguring its building and grade-level structures, our online story reported. The district has proposed closing several schools and moving students to others.

Home sales in the Harrisburg area slipped in October, but prices increased, our online story reported. In the three-county region, 514 homes sold, a decrease from 589 in October 2022, as the median sales price increased to $267,000 from $245,000.

Lemoyne council member Jesse Monoski announced that he plans to run in next year’s Democratic primary for the 103^rd legislative district, our online story reported. Monoski has served on the council since 2020 and works in the state Capitol as an executive director for the Pennsylvania State Senate Democratic Caucus.

Sara Bozich has some great holiday-themed events lined up for your weekend. Find out what is happening in the Harrisburg area, here.

Sprocket Mural Works and arts advocate Carole DeSoto will receive awards for Distinguished Service to the Arts in the Capital Region, our online story reported. The Arts Awards are presented annually by Theatre Harrisburg.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

November 16, 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: Appalachian Brewing Co. Pop-Up with Taylor Chip Cookie (!!!) Worth noting: sip @ soma, 3rd in the Burg, Harrisburg Holiday Parade, Camp Hill’s Candy Cane Walk – boom! There’s your weekend. Things on my agenda this weekend: I’m leaving … on a jet plane, don’t know when I’ll be back (Monday, I’ll be back on Monday.)

For your weekend(ish) planning

November sip @ soma featuring Deer Creek Malthouse (Thurs + Fri)
Stroll downtown Camp Hill on Sunday for the annual Candy Cane Walk
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

Add the SoMa Christmas Market to your calendar (Nov. 25)
The Perfect Wines for Thanksgiving
Yuletide by the Riverside: Elegant Progressions with Historic Harrisburg
Book the perfect holiday-themed getaway — no planning required!
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- sip @ soma fting Deer Creek Malthouse | November
- YPOC Friendsgiving
- Live Dudes at The Sturges Speakeasy
- Raid the Cellar Wine Dinner at Home 231
- Bourbon & Whiskey Dinner at Restaurant Sidney
- Plant-Based Thanksgiving Sides & Appetizers Cooking Class at Leg Up Farmers Market
- The Sound of Forever: A Live Wedding Band Experience at The Englewood
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at The Fulton Theatre
- Narcisse Theatre’s Glengarry Glen Ross
- Theatre Harrisburg Presents Fiddler on the Roof at Whitaker Center
- Poetry w/ Blacklisted Poets of Hbg at HMAC
- Chloe Ament & Tedious Brief at HMAC

Friday

- 3rd in the Burg!
- sip @ soma fting Deer Creek Malthouse | 3rd in the Burg November
- at The Brownstone Lounge
- Third in the Burg at Susquehanna Art Museum
- Learn at Lunchtime: The History of Drake Well and the Petroleum Industry in Pennsylvania at The State Museum of Pennsylvania
- The Most Wonderful Beer Weekend @ Tröegs Brewery
- Plini – North American Fall Tour @ XL LIVE
- Appalachian Brewing Company Pop Up Event || Manheim Pike with Taylor Chip
- Appalachian Brewing Company Pop Up Event || York, PA with Taylor Chip
- Jay Leno at Hershey Theatre
- Hersheypark Christmas Candy Lane
- Hershey Bears vs. Bridgeport Islanders
- Jon Pardi Mr. Saturday Night Tour at GIANT Center
- Gilbert & Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore at Gamut Theatre Group
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at The Fulton Theatre
- Narcisse Theatre’s Glengarry Glen Ross
- Theatre Harrisburg Presents Fiddler on the Roof at Whitaker Center
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2
- Gobble Gobble Gobble (Hip-hop, Dubstep & DnB) at HMAC

Saturday

- 2023 Cargill Harrisburg Holiday Parade
- AAA Central Penn Vacation Show
- The Most Wonderful Beer Weekend @ Tröegs Brewery
- Vintage Market at Tellus360
- The LeBlancs @ Big Bottom Brewery
- Boy Named Banjo: Dusk Til Dawn Tour
- The Bad Toupees 30th Anniversary Reunion at The Englewood
- Bush – Nowhere To Go But Everywhere Tour at Hershey Theatre
- Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra Masterworks II: The Three-Cornered Hat
- Hersheypark Christmas Candy Lane
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at The Fulton Theatre
- Gilbert & Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore at Gamut Theatre Group
- Theatre Harrisburg Presents Fiddler on the Roof at Whitaker Center
- 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
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Andrew McMahon In The Wilderness with Michigander at HMAC
- Red Meat Conspiracy at HMAC

Sunday

- Candy Cane Walk in Downtown Camp Hill
- The Most Wonderful Beer Weekend @ Tröegs Brewery
- Pre-Thanksgiving Pop Up: Day One at Reeser’s
- Merry Merchants Holiday Market in New Cumberland
- The Find November Makers Market
- Trinity’s 125th Anniversary Choral Concert
- Free Yoga, West & Ward Live Music with Ginapolitan Pizza at Big Hill Ciderworks
- Bare Bones Theatre Ensemble & Supper at Rubicon
- The Bacon Brothers at The Englewood
- Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra Masterworks II: The Three-Cornered Hat
- Hersheypark Christmas Candy Lane
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at The Fulton Theatre
- Theatre Harrisburg Presents Fiddler on the Roof at Whitaker Center
- Narcisse Theatre’s Glengarry Glen Ross
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

November 10, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Campaign signs in Harrisburg

This week was full of news stories about art, nature and community in the Harrisburg area. If you happened to miss any of our reporting, make sure you catch up by clicking on the links, below.

Bob’s Art Blog offers an update on his most recent magazine story, featuring the new gallery, EsōArts in Lancaster. The art space has been named “Art Gallery of the Year” by Lancaster County Magazine.

The Broad Street Market brick building rebuild has taken a small step forward as Harrisburg announced that it would begin the search for an architect, our reporting found. The city will seek bids, now that insurance investigations in the building are wrapping up.

Community members and the family of a local teen who was killed in a car crash involving a Harrisburg police officer came together for a press event on Monday, our online story reported. The group mourned the loss and called for justice and transparency around the situation from the city.

Concerts this month will bring everything from punk to rock and roll to singer/songwriter music to the Harrisburg area. Click here to find out which artists and bands are headed this way.

Election results came in on Tuesday night, revealing that Democrats, many of whom were running unopposed, won many local races. Read our online story to find out who won which races.

Harrisburg announced that Capital Area Greenbelt users would be re-routed from a portion of the trail while construction takes place, our online story reported. The city has recommended an alternate route, beginning Nov. 13, while the trail is closed.

Harrisburg shared that it would form a Parent Task Force to discuss youth safety and violence prevention, our online story reported. The announcement came days after a shooting that left three children injured.

The “hidden homeless” in Harrisburg may not be as readily visible as people living on the street, but their numbers are substantial. In our magazine story, read about the families that have had to couch surf and live in hotels.

The Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art showcases the legacy of acclaimed wildlife artist and journalist E. Stanley “Ned” Smith of Millersburg, our magazine story reported. This year, the center celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Sara Bozich has a full list of activities for your weekend in Harrisburg. Find them all, here.

Terry Madonna has spent a lifetime becoming one of the most respected authorities of politics in Pennsylvania, our magazine story reported. He has served as the host of the weekly statewide news and commentary television show, “Pennsylvania Newsmakers,” for nearly three decades.

Theatre Harrisburg is performing “Fiddler on the Roof” through Nov. 19 at Whitaker Center. Our theater columnist reviewed the show, sharing that it has an “excellent musical score and authentic dancing.”

U.S. News & World Report issued its annual “Best Places to Retire” in the United States, ranking the Harrisburg area first, our online story reported. According to the publication, Harrisburg won based on metrics such as affordability and health care.

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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

Thursday

- Live @ the ‘Shire w/ Sherri & Dennis at Boneshire Brew Works
- Dress for Success Fall Inventory Reduction Sale at Harrisburg Mall
- Elderberry Magic with Plant Family at Little Amps
- Ladies’ Wine & Wishlist Night at Meeka Fine Jewelry
- State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents Snow White at Hershey Theatre
- New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally
- Steez Promo Presents: Barely Alive w/ Shizz Lo, Gorilla Smack, & Bluhtii at XL Live
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Poetry w/ Blacklisted Poets of Hbg at HMAC
- GVLLOW at HMAC

Friday

- HU Presents Lucero and Jason Boland & the Stragglers at XL Live
- A TOUR OF SPANISH WINES at Hilton Harrisburg
- Down in Front! presents IT! The Terror from Beyond Space! at Midtown Cinema
- Why Not Me (A Premier Garth Brooks and The Judds Tribute Show) at West Shore Theatre
- TMI Improv at Gamut Theatre
- Theatre Harrisburg Presents Fiddler on the Roof at Whitaker Center
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Pilates Yoga Fusion with Burn30 at Zeroday Brewing
- Veterans Day at Fresh Market Hershey
- Holiday Open House at Ashcombe
- Birds and Coffee with Appalachian Audubon at Wildwood Park
- ROSANNE PUGLIESE TRUNK SHOW at Meeka Fine Jewelry
- Ripe @ XL LIVE
- ReikiSpace 10 Year Anniversary and Book Launch CELEBRATION!
- An Evening with Stephanie Land and Isaac Fitzgerald: Class at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers Present “The Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow” at West Shore Theatre
- Colebrook Road Returns to the West Shore Theatre
- UFC 295: Prochazka v. Pereira NO COVER! at Arooga’s
- Derek Hough – Symphony Of Dance at Hershey Theatre
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Theatre Harrisburg Presents Fiddler on the Roof at Whitaker Center
- 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
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Bad Bunny Night at HMAC
- The Future Pt 2 (Featuring Sonorous) at HMAC

Sunday

- Enders YMCA Harrisburg Marathon
- Slavic Food Fest
- Holiday Open House at Ashcombe
- ROSANNE PUGLIESE TRUNK SHOW at Meeka Fine Jewelry
- Wellness Warriors: Functional Medicine Immune Support Class at Cornerstone Coffeehouse
- Friendsgiving @ Historic Acres of Hershey
- Cider & Cheese pairing with Central Wedge Cheese Shop at Big Hill Ciderworks
- Rodney Whitaker – Central PA Friends of Jazz Fall Concert Series – II at Trinity Lutheran Church
- Hershey Bears Hockey Fights Cancer Night at Giant Center
- The Artificial Wizards: Magic & Comedy at the West Shore Theatre
- Oxymorons Improv at the West Shore Theatre
- Bare Bones Theatre Ensemble & Supper at Rubicon
- Our Right to Gaze: Black Film Identities | Touring Film Anthology at Midtown Cinema
- Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Theatre Harrisburg Presents Fiddler on the Roof at Whitaker Center
- Narcisse Theatre’s Glengarry Glen Ross
- The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel at American Music Theatre
- Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC

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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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